| Figure Skating |
Worldwide |
Involves spins, jumps, and intricate footwork |
Very High |
ISU, USFSA |
| Ice Hockey |
Canada |
Team sport played on ice, requiring speed and skill |
Very High |
IIHF |
| Speed Skating |
Netherlands |
Race-based sport focusing on speed over long distances |
High |
ISU |
| Short Track Speed Skating |
South Korea |
Faster racing on a smaller rink with close quarters |
High |
ISU |
| Synchronized Skating |
Worldwide |
Teams of skaters perform choreographed routines together |
Medium |
ISU |
| Artistic Skating |
Canada |
Combines elements of figure skating, dance, and theater |
Medium |
World Artistic Skating Federation |
| Freestyle Skating |
USA |
Combines elements of figure skating with skateboarding tricks |
Medium |
No formal organization |
| Ice Dance |
Worldwide |
Focuses on rhythm and interpretation of music with less emphasis on jumps |
High |
ISU |
| Curling |
Scotland |
Team sport where players slide stones on ice towards a target area |
High |
WCF |
| Inline Skating |
Worldwide |
Skating on wheels, similar to ice skating techniques |
High |
FIRS |
| Show Skating |
USA |
Performance-based skating that combines various styles for entertainment |
Medium |
USFSA |
| Derby Skating |
USA |
Contact sport usually associated with roller skating but adapted to ice |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Basic Skating |
Worldwide |
Fundamental skating skills for leisure or hobbies |
Very High |
Local clubs |
| Freestyle Ice Skating |
Japan |
Artistic form of skating blending tricks and freestyle moves |
Medium |
JSA |
| Skateboarding on Ice |
USA |
Combination of skateboarding and ice skating techniques |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Extreme Ice Skating |
Norway |
Skating in extreme conditions, often freestyle and high-adrenaline |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Hockey Figure Skating |
USA |
Incorporation of figure skating techniques into hockey |
Medium |
USFHA |
| Ice Cross Downhill |
Canada |
Racing down icy tracks with jumps and tight turns |
Medium |
ISU |
| Conductive Skating |
Finland |
Innovative skating style using conductive materials to enhance experience |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Frozen Pond Skating |
Worldwide |
Leisure skating on naturally frozen lakes and ponds |
Very High |
Local clubs |
| Inline Hockey |
USA |
Similar to ice hockey but played on inline skates |
Medium |
FIRS |
| Art on Ice |
France |
A combination of visual arts and skating performances |
Medium |
No formal organization |
| Freestyle Pairs Skating |
Russia |
Pairs skating with a focus on freestyle and performance elements |
Medium |
ISU |
| Recreational Ice Skating |
Worldwide |
Casual skating for fun with no competitive element |
Very High |
Local clubs |
| Freeskate |
Australia |
A style emphasizing freestyle and trick-based skating |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Ice Climbing Skating |
Switzerland |
Skating while incorporating climbing techniques |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Rhythmic Ice Skating |
Italy |
Combining dance and ice skating into rhythmic performances |
Medium |
No formal organization |
| Ice Yoga |
USA |
Incorporating yoga techniques and movements while on ice |
Low |
Local clubs |
| Combat Skating |
USA |
Fighting style while skating, often unsanctioned |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Glacier Skating |
Iceland |
Skating on glaciers, often incorporating nature-based techniques |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Skate Dancing |
USA |
A style combining dance moves and skating techniques |
Medium |
USFSA |
| Freestyle Ice Hockey |
Canada |
Incorporates freestyle tricks within hockey skating |
Medium |
IIHF |
| Extreme Speed Skating |
Canada |
High-risk speed skating with stunts and tricks |
Medium |
ISU |
| Hockey with Figure Skating |
USA |
A blend of figure skating maneuvers within a hockey context |
Medium |
USFHA |
| Power Skating |
Canada |
Focuses on pushing and acceleration for hockey players |
High |
Hockey Canada |
| Skateboarding on Ice |
USA |
Performing skateboarding tricks and skills on ice |
Medium |
No formal organization |
| Ice Ballet |
France |
Performance art combining ballet and ice skating |
Medium |
No formal organization |
| Sled Skating |
USA |
Riding on sleds while skating or pulling sleds on ice |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Ice Kiting |
Worldwide |
Skating pulled by a kite on frozen lakes or fields |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Nordic Skating |
Finland |
Long-distance skating style on natural ice |
Medium |
No formal organization |
| Skating with Dogs |
USA |
Using dogs to pull skaters on ice |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Speed Skating Relay |
Netherlands |
Team event focusing on speed over a distance in relays |
High |
ISU |
| Winter Triathlon Skating |
Worldwide |
Ice skating as part of a winter triathlon format |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Ice Jousting |
USA |
Combines jousting techniques with skating |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Skateboarding Stunts on Ice |
Canada |
Performing skateboarding stunts while skating |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Inline Sliding |
USA |
Skating on inline skates on ice surfaces |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Ice Pulling |
USA |
Harnessing a weight or sled while skating |
Medium |
No formal organization |
| Ice Fishery Skating |
Finland |
Leisure skating on ice while fishing |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Long Track Skating |
Netherlands |
Emphasizes long distances on an elongated rink |
High |
ISU |
| Ice Yoga Pairs |
USA |
Combining pairs yoga with ice skating techniques |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Skating Corners |
USA |
Navigating tight corners while skating, often in a competitive format |
Medium |
Local clubs |
| Ice Hiking |
Norway |
Skating while completing hiking trails on ice |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Ice Skating Runs |
USA |
Creating routes for long-distance skating |
Medium |
Local clubs |
| Skating Festivals |
Worldwide |
Festivals dedicated to various ice skating styles and activities |
High |
Local organizations |
| Minispeed Skating |
Netherlands |
Short-distance speed skating for young skaters |
High |
ISU |
| Iceboarding |
USA |
Snowboard-like activities on ice |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Ice Surfing |
USA |
Similar to surfing but on ice surfaces |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Ice Pogo Stick Skating |
USA |
Using pogo sticks to perform tricks on ice |
Low |
No formal organization |
| ICE-BASE Skating |
Russia |
Skating style developed on icy bases for tours |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Skating with Gliders |
USA |
Skating with assistance from gliders or supports |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Ice Travel by Skates |
Antarctica |
Navigation on ice using skates |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Speed Roller Skating |
USA |
Similar to speed skating but on roller skates |
Medium |
USARS |
| Snow Skimming |
USA |
Performing tricks while moving across icy surfaces |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Skate Park on Ice |
USA |
Incorporating skate park obstacles into ice skating |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Blades and Boards |
Australia |
Combining ice skating with skateboarding techniques |
Medium |
No formal organization |
| Skating with Fire |
USA |
Performing skating while manipulating fire |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Freestyle Jumping |
USA |
Jumping tricks while skating on ice |
Medium |
Local clubs |
| Ice Kelly |
USA |
Combination of figure skating and comedic performance |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Ice Conditioning |
Canada |
Training techniques focused on conditioning while skating |
Medium |
Hockey Canada |
| Ice Shuffleboard |
USA |
Combining shuffleboard and skating elements |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Glide and Slide |
USA |
Short-distance skating focused on gliding techniques |
Medium |
Local clubs |
| Quads on Ice |
USA |
Using quad skates instead of blades |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Harmony Skating |
South Korea |
Pairs skating focused on synchrony and balance |
Medium |
ISU |
| Ice Cap Skating |
Canada |
Skating on ice caps used for travel |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Ice Synchronized Dance |
Finland |
Partner work focused on synchronized dance on ice |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Agility Skating |
USA |
Focused on agility drills while skating |
Medium |
USFHA |
| Skating Cartwheels |
USA |
Performing cartwheels while skating |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Acrobatic Speed Skating |
Canada |
Acrobatics combined with speed skating |
Medium |
ISU |
| Team Roller Skating |
USA |
Team dynamics incorporated into roller-skating style |
Medium |
USARS |
| Ice Telemarking |
Norway |
Combining telemark skiing techniques while skating |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Ice Horse Skating |
USA |
Skating while riding horses on ice surfaces |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Winter Hiking Skating |
USA |
Skating while participating in winter hikes |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Skating in the Clouds |
USA |
Using elevated platforms for skating |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Ice Pioneering |
Antarctica |
Experimental forms of skating on ice fields |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Winter Skating Clinics |
USA |
Educational clinics focused on skating techniques |
Medium |
Local clubs |
| Downhill Ice Skating |
Switzerland |
Skating down hills for speed and thrill |
Medium |
No formal organization |
| Skate Jumping |
USA |
Jumping off ramps while skating |
Medium |
No formal organization |
| Ice Rundowns |
USA |
Racing similar to downhill running but on ice |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Ice Stunts |
USA |
Performing stunts while skating |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Skating Gardens |
USA |
Creating gardens for skating leisure |
Medium |
Local clubs |
| Fish Skating |
Japan |
Skating while utilizing fish forms and movements |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Movable Ice Rinks |
USA |
Creating movable rinks for various activities |
Medium |
Local organizations |
| Artistic Ice Programs |
Canada |
Program combining artistic elements and skating |
Medium |
No formal organization |
| Ice Wing Skating |
USA |
Using glider wings while skating |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Ice Obstacle Courses |
USA |
Skating through obstacle courses on ice |
Low |
No formal organization |
| Ice Marathon |
USA |
Long-distance skating events and competitions |
Medium |
Local organizations |