Building the Foundation: How to Prepare Your Body for the Perfect Axel Jump
The Axel is more than just a jump. For every figure skater, it's a significant milestone, a symbol of skill, and the first step into the world of complex multi-rotation jumps. Its uniqueness lies in the forward-facing takeoff, which demands not only flawless technique but also psychological readiness from the athlete. That's why proper preparation for the Axel accounts for 80% of its success.

At Ryabinin Camps, we know that the key to a stable and powerful jump lies in the details: in the right warm-up, in targeted drills, and in a deep understanding of the biomechanics of each movement. Simply trying the Axel over and over is a path to mistakes and injuries. The correct path is to build a solid foundation upon which your technique will be built.

Key Drills for Your Axel
To help you on this journey, our head coach Alexander Ryabinin has prepared a video with a set of key warm-up and preparatory drills. This routine focuses on mastering the most crucial phases of the jump:

Powerful Takeoff: Special drills will help develop explosive leg strength and teach you to use the skate's edge correctly for maximum efficiency.

Rotational Control: You will learn to properly initiate rotation, maintain your axis, and get into a tight air position quickly.

Confident Landing: Working on stability and shock absorption during the landing is a critical element that prevents injuries and prepares you for more complex elements.

From Theory to Practice: Why a Video Isn't Enough
This video is an invaluable tool for your independent training. You can use these drills to warm up before every ice session, helping your body "remember" the correct movements.

However, even the best exercises require an expert eye. A real breakthrough in mastering the Axel jump occurs when an experienced coach spots your individual mistakes and provides precise feedback. Incorrect shoulder position? Insufficiently active free leg? Tension during the air position? These nuances are impossible to identify on your own.

Your Next Step to a Flawless Axel
If you truly want to not just land the Axel, but to do it consistently, with height and beauty, we invite you to take the next step.

Ryabinin Camps International Training: Immerse yourself in a professional training environment where, under the guidance of our coaches, you can break down your technique, correct mistakes, and achieve significant progress in a short time. This is the best way to accelerate your mastery of figure skating jumps.

Online Training: If you can't join our camps in person, our online sessions are the perfect solution. Send us a video of your jump, and coach Alexander Ryabinin will personally conduct a detailed analysis, provide specific recommendations, and create a drill plan to correct your mistakes.

Don't postpone your dream. Start working on your Axel the right way today. Use the drills from our video, and when you're ready for a real breakthrough, contact us to sign up for a camp or an online consultation!