Flat 180

A jumped half turn on flat ground: you hop, turn your hips and skates round in the air and land rolling backwards.

1. Roll

   Roll forwards at gentle speed in the ready position.

   CueReady position

2. Wind up

   Turn your shoulders slightly the opposite way.

   CueLoad it

3. Jump

   Spring straight up and turn your head and shoulders round.

   CueUp, not forward

4. Land

   Land rolling backwards with bent knees, looking behind.

   CueEyes behind

1. IfJumping forwards instead of up.
   ThenSpring straight up so you have time to turn.
2. IfUnder turning the landing.
   ThenLead with your head and shoulders so the skates come right round.
3. IfLanding with straight legs.
   ThenBend your knees as you touch down and ride away backwards.