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What Is a Flying Spin in Figure Skating?

A flying spin is sort of a combination of a jump and spin. What sets it apart is the entrance into the spin, which happens when the skater launches, or "flies," into a small jump, lands on their spinning leg, and begins to rotate. Typically, this leads into a sit or camel spin (as seen here).

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