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Bracket turn
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(figure skating) a move where the skater changes direction by skating on different edges of the blades in a smooth, curved motion
What is a "bracket turn"?
A bracket turn in figure skating is a turning move where the skater changes direction while skating on the inside edge of one skate and then the outside edge of the other skate. The skater begins by skating forward on one edge, then quickly turns and changes to the opposite edge in a smooth, flowing motion, creating a curved pattern on the ice. This move requires precise edge control, balance, and coordination. The bracket turn is often used in figure skating routines to transition between elements or add complexity to footwork sequences.
Examples
He struggled with the timing of his bracket turn in practice.
He smoothly transitioned into a bracket turn from his spiral sequence.
