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It takes a special combination of physical strength, rhythm and grace to skate like the pro's.

However, getting the hang of it is sometimes half the fun!

Find out more about ice skating and its history with our guide to the sport including related directories, skating rinks in major cities, arenas and clubs offering ice skating lessons, gear rental, and a really cool way to spend a winter weekend...

SkateWeb: Skating Clubs and Rinks - Where do you want to skate today? The UK, Sweden, Italy and other major European countries along with the United States, Canada and other countries well-represented, and browseable by city, country or region.

Arenamaps.com Ice Arena and Rink Directory - Featuring a huge database of rinks and arenas searchable by name, city, U.S. state or Canadian province.

SkateNY - Not only New York despite the page title - with eye-catching photos and info on the Big Apple's famous ice skating spots along with more on Alaska, Canada, Finland and a guide to ice skating in Paris.

Ice Skating on the Eiffel Tower - Head up to the first floor where ice skates are available free of charge in exchange for a passport or other piece of identification. Talk about a rink with a view...

Ice Skating in London - Including the Queen's Ice Bowl and a handful of other popular skating rinks around town with address and contact details, maps.

Ice Skating Australia - The official site of Australian ice skating with professional event schedule, state associations, ice skating history and a directory of ice skating rinks aross the country.

Origins of Ice Skating - A wonderful look back, beginning with medieval times on up to the early 19th century, with more than 10 illustrated pages chock full of great moments and - oops - not-so-great moments in ice skating history...

Top Ten Ice Skating Tips - From Disney on Ice featuring tips and advice for kids and parents on getting started, staying upright (keep those knees bent) and just having fun...

U.S. Figure Skating - What's up with Sasha Cohen, Michelle Kwan and more of your favorite figure skating stars at the official site offering the latest news, feature stories, a link to SKATING Magazine, info about sponsored lessons and learning programs throughout the U.S., event schedule, discussion boards.

Figure Skating TV Schedule - The current and complete rundown of professional ice skating competitions and shows on network and cable television stations in the U.S.

Related Ice Skating Rinks & Lessons Links:

also see -> Olympic Figure Skating

also see Sports Stars-> Sasha Cohen | Michelle Kwan