When am I likely to start axels and doubles?
For perspective, I started working on axel and doubles about 4-5 months after landing my single flip and loop. That’s a little faster than most people but I didn’t land them right away, of course. It’s really individual. It takes some people a really long time to get through flip, lutz and loop combos. Some people whiz through loop and flip only to get stuck at lutz. Some people whiz through all singles, including axel, then get stuck at double salchow and double toe for three years. Concentrate on your loop-loop, flip-loop, salchow-loop, and waltz-loop. Work hard on your backspin. Then before you know it you’ll be starting axel. Your practice time right now is perfect for working on doubles. I don’t know whether you take private lessons but you should start if you don’t.
