Toronto Ice Skating: Super cool ice experience, experience the different style on ice!

, skating venues 1. Rogers Centre It is a multi-functional sports and entertainment venue, where skating events are occasionally held. The space here is spacious and can accommodate a large number of ice skating enthusiasts. Its ice surface is well maintained and the surrounding facilities are also complete, including rest areas, dining areas, etc. 2. Nathan Phillips Square This is one of Toronto's iconic squares, which turns into a large outdoor skating rink in winter. It's free and open to the public, surrounded by iconic buildings like Toronto City Hall, and offers great views of the city while you skate. There are many snack stands around the ice rink, providing hot chocolate, hot dogs and other delicacies to replenish energy for skaters. II. Background of Ice Skating Culture 1. Toronto has long and cold winters, and ice skating is a very popular winter sport among local residents. From children to the elderly, many people have the skills to skate. During the winter holidays, going ice skating as a family is a common family activity. 2. There are many skating clubs in Toronto, which organize various skating activities, including figure skating performances, ice hockey games, etc. The club has professional coaches who can provide guidance for students of different levels, from beginners to high-level players who want to participate in competitions. III. Skating skills (suitable for beginners) 1. Balance Stand with your feet parallel, knees slightly bent, and the center of gravity of your body placed between your feet. You can first practice standing on the edge of the ice or in a place with auxiliary facilities to get used to the feeling of the skates on the ice. 2. Movement skills Small step sliding: slide forward with both feet alternately in small steps, keep your knees bent each time, and shift your body weight steadily. With the help of handrails: If you are at a skating rink with handrails, you can hold on to the handrails and skate slowly to feel how to use the strength of your legs to propel your body forward. 3. How to deal with falling When you feel like you are going to fall, try to lower your center of gravity. Do not use your arms to support yourself. Instead, fall sideways or backwards, landing on your hips and back to avoid injury. At the same time, wear protective equipment such as helmets, elbow pads, and knee pads. IV. Local famous ice skating events and activities 1. The Toronto Icefest is held every year. It is a festival that combines ice skating performances, ice sculpture exhibitions and other activities. Figure skaters from all over the world will perform wonderful shows here, showing various difficult moves such as triple jumps and swallow spins. 2. Ice hockey games are also very popular in Toronto. The Toronto Maple Leafs' games often attract large numbers of fans. Ice hockey games not only test players' skating skills, but also require teamwork and tactical application.