Pair Skating is an event where a male and female skater compete as a team.  It combines single skating elements (jumps, spins and footwork) with elements unique to pair skating.  These include overhead lifts, twist lifts, death spirals and throw jumps. 

Pair skating requires similar technique and timing on all elements of the performance, as well as practice and trust between the partners.  The aim is to create an impression of “two skating as one”.