Req 2b8 — Forward Slalom
2b8.
Skate forward in a slalom pattern for at least 40 feet on two skates, then for at least 20 feet on one skate.
A slalom pattern means weaving side to side around a series of cones or markers — like a ski slalom course on wheels. This requirement tests your directional control: first weaving on two skates for 40 feet, then weaving on one skate for 20 feet.
Two-Skate Forward Slalom
Set up cones (or use floor markers) in a straight line with even spacing, about 4–6 feet apart.
- Approach the first cone at moderate speed.
- Shift your weight and edge pressure to one side to curve around the cone.
- Transfer edge pressure to the opposite side to curve around the next cone.
- Continue the S-curve pattern through the remaining cones.
- Keep your upper body relaxed and let your lower body steer — hips and ankles do the turning, not the shoulders.
For 40 feet, you will typically navigate 6–8 cones.
One-Skate Forward Slalom
This is significantly harder: balance on one skate while steering through the same cone pattern for 20 feet.
- Commit all your weight to one foot.
- Use subtle ankle rolls to shift edge pressure and steer through each cone.
- The free foot stays lifted a few inches — low enough for stability, not dragging.
- 20 feet of one-foot slalom is approximately 3–4 cones at standard spacing.
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