The Axel Jump is a figure skating jump that is known for its difficulty and unique takeoff. It is an edge jump, meaning the skater takes off from the outside edge of one skate. The jump consists of one and a half rotations in the air, landing on the opposite foot. To execute the Axel Jump, skaters typically begin with a forward glide, then perform a strong push off the outside edge of the takeoff foot. The jump is named after Axel Paulsen, a Norwegian figure skater who first performed it in the early 20th century.