Glossary of Figure Skating Terms - R

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Reverse rotational lift

A pair or dance lift in which the lifter rotates in one direction, then switches and rotates in the other direction, while traveling across the ice.

Rittberger

Another term for the loop jump.

Rocker turn

A one-foot turn on the same edge but results in a change of lobe with the rotation inside the original lobe.

Roll

In ice dancing, a forward or backward edge that is either short or long. Can be a swing roll or a cross roll.

Rotation lift

A pair or dance lift in which the lifter rotates in one direction while traveling across the ice.

Rotational jump

A jump done for the purpose of rotating in the air. All jumps which count as elements under the ISU Judging System are rotational jumps. Positional jumps count as transitions.

Russian split

A split jump in which the skater performs a straddle position with the legs and the body forming a "v" shape. Many also touch their toes.