e-Rink
Keep learning during the off-season: Discover three new courses on ISU eRink!
30 Apr 2025
The ISU is excited to present three brand-new, free courses designed for Skaters, Coaches and Officials across the following key areas: physiological training techniques, Anti-Doping awareness and preparation for a Referee role. Whether you are an athlete aiming to maximize your training, a Coach committed to promoting clean sport, or an Official ready to start your journey in Short Track, these new courses are designed to equip you with essential knowledge and practical skills for success.
Developed with expert input and a strong focus on real-world application, these courses are free and open to everyone interested in growing their connection to all aspects of ice-skating sports.
Training smarter begins with knowing what your body can do.
This course highlights the importance of structured testing protocols and how they can be used to monitor an athlete’s progress and tailor training more effectively.
From test preparation to interpreting performance results and applying age-specific recommendations, this course is an essential tool to support athlete development at all levels.
📚 You will explore:
- Why physiological testing matters
- Best practices for setting up and conducting tests
- How to analyze results and track performance over time
- Age-specific recommendations for long-term athlete development
ISU eRink course on Physiological Testing. © ISU
Being a great Coach means standing up for clean sport.
This course provides essential knowledge about the Coach’s role in doping prevention, key Anti-Doping rules, managing athlete health and supplements, and making ethical decisions in complex scenarios.
💡 Topics covered:
- Real-world applications of Anti-Doping rules
- Best practices for athlete health management and supplement use
- Navigating challenging ethical situations
- Confidently educating and empowering athletes
ISU eRink course supporting Anti-Doping education for Coaches. © ISU
This course marks the fourth and final chapter of the ISU’s eLearning series dedicated to the development of Speed Skating and Short Track Officials. Perfect for those beginning their officiating careers, this course offers a comprehensive overview of the Referee’s role and responsibilities in Short Track.
📚 Course sections include:
- Duties before, during, and after competition
- Upholding safety and creating a Safe Sport environment
- Understanding and applying Short Track rules
- Decision-making and effective teamwork
- A final assessment to test your knowledge
ISU eRink course about Short Track Basic Referees. © ISU
All courses are free, and open to everyone - no matter your role, experience or background.
Start learning today and be part of the future of Skating!
Check them out now on ISU eRink: https://elearning.isu.org/
