The Snowplow Sam levels are designed to help the preschool age skater develop preliminary coordination and strength to maneuver on the ice. Snowplow Sam is a big, fuzzy, white bear who loves to skate. Time with Snowplow Sam will allow preschool children to become comfortable on the ice.
Snowplow Sam 1
A. Sit and stand up with skates on: Off Ice
B. Sit and stand up: On Ice
C. March in place
D. March forward: 8-10 steps
E. March, then glide on two feet
F. Dip in place
Snowplow Sam 2
A. March followed by a long glide
B. Dip while moving
C. Backward wiggles: 6 in a row
D. Forward two-foot swizzles: 2-3 in a row
E. Rocking horse: One forward - One backward swizzle action F. Two-foot hop in place
Snowplow Sam 3
A. Forward skating: 8-10 steps
B. Forward one-foot glide: R & L
C. Forward swizzles: 4-6 in a row
D. Backward swizzles: 4-6 in a row
E. Forward snowplow stop w/skid
F. Curves