ICESKATING

Before getting to the Deeside Icerink, I thought ice skating wasn't too hard but I was sadly mistaken... I was stuck on the side for a good half hour before I ventured a metre away. I also found out that going in pairs or group made balancing easier and so you could go faster. It was great fun going round the rink with my friends but falling wasn't! I'm glad to say that I only fell twice and on one of them I blame the really good people racing around at like 50 miles per hour. But I got them back, by chance; as I was trying to balance my arm was flailing around and they happened to come a bit too close and I accidentally hit them. It was funny but I knew I had to be more careful. There were a few things that helped me as I got more comfortable on the ice. Looking ahead rather than at my feet, taking longer strides and bending my legs definitely helped me get better at ice skating. I really enjoyed the day and has made me more excited to do other activities like this with friends and family because you learn new skills, have a break and enjoy good quality time with friends and family. However, for anyone who does want to try to ice skate for the first time, I warn you that sore muscles and bruises will surely follow.