16th Annual Wagon Wheel FSC Basic Skills Competition February

16th Annual Wagon Wheel FSC
Basic Skills Competition
February 28, 2016
Entry Deadline: February 7, 2016
Compulsory • Freeskate • Well Balanced • Test Track • Adult
Hockey • Ice Show Solo & Group • Interpretive
Special Olympics • Synchronized Skating
Crystal Ice House
320 E. Prairie Street
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
www.crystalicehouse.com
815-356-8500
8th Annual U.S. Figure Skating Illinois Basic Skills Series
July 1, 2015- June 30, 2016
2016 Illinois Basic Skills Series Mission Statement
“To give our skaters a chance to develop their USFS Basic Skills in a fun competitive
environment.”
During the season, skaters will have the chance to compete at different competitions and earn points for a final
standing. An awards ceremony will take place where the TOP 3 skaters from each level for compulsory and free
skate will be awarded a medal. You need not be present at the season end ceremony to receive your award. The
final award announcement will be emailed to all qualifying skaters on July 10, 2016 for the location, date, and time
of ceremony.
Series Point System
The Free Skate/Program with Music events and the Compulsory/Elements events of each of the Series
Competitions will be eligible for accumulating points.
Each event will have a maximum of 6 skaters. The system for scoring points for the final award will be as
follows:
Place
1
2
3
4
5
6
Points
6
5
4
3
2
1
If an event has 2-6 skaters, points are awarded as if there were six skaters in the group. If there is only one skater in
the group, he or she will be awarded three points. If last-minute changes cause groups to become larger than six
skaters, then all skaters finishing lower than sixth will receive one point.
At the end of the Series, if all scores are tied, the tie will not be broken. Points are accumulated for Compulsory and
Free Skate events separately.
The following events will be offered:
Snowplow Sam
Basic 1 through Basic 8
Free skate 1 through Free Skate 6,
Introductory Levels: Beginner through No Test
Pre-Preliminary Test Track through Preliminary Test Track
Pre-Preliminary Well Balanced through Preliminary Well Balanced
Skaters moving to the next level during the Series will take their points with them. If a skater moves up a level for at
least two competitions, they will receive an additional 3 points as long as they do not move back down a level at any
time during the series. You can earn the bonus points only once per series. Check Skating council website:
http://skatingcouncilofillinois.org for updated points. Contact: Brigitte Roquet: [email protected]
Chicago Basic Skills Challenge
July 26, 2015
Robert Crown, Evanston, IL
Shannon Lamaster: [email protected]
Winter Blizzard
January 16-17, 2016
Skokie Skatium, Skokie, IL
Kerry Murphy:[email protected]
Arctic Heatwave
August 9, 2015
Artic Ice Arena, Orland Park, IL
Deb Swanson: [email protected]
The Freeze
February 19-20, 2016
Glenview Ice Center, Glenview, IL
Dorie Cascio: [email protected]
DuPage Open
August 16, 2015
DuPage FSC, Vernon Hills, IL
Jan Serafine: [email protected]
16th Annual Wagon Wheel Basic Skills
February 28, 2016
Crystal Ice House , Crystal Lake, IL
Lanny Nelson: [email protected]
Summer’s Last Hurrah
August 16, 2015
Pepsi Ice Center, Bloomington, IL
Lindsay Danner: [email protected]
11th Annual Shamrock Open
March 13, 2016
Rockford Skating Club, Loves Park, IL
Kathi Ferrero: [email protected]
Rocket Ice Classic
August 23, 2015
Rocket Ice Arena, Bolingbrook, IL
Michelle Tepkasetkul Martineau: [email protected]
Greater Chicagoland Basic Skills Championships
March 20, 2016
Chicago FSC, All Seasons Ice Arena, Naperville, IL
Kerry Murphy:[email protected]
Skate the Lake
August 28-30, 2015
Cutting Edge FSC, Pleasant Prairie, WI
Joseph Zons: [email protected]
Peoria
March TBA 2016
Matt Brown: [email protected]
6th Annual Kankakee Valley Open
October 4, 2015
Ice Valley Centre, Kankakee, IL
Angela Tousignant: [email protected]
Great Pumpkin Blast
October 24, 2015
All Seasons Ice Rinks, Naperville, IL
Dona Bengson:[email protected]
Vicki Revere: [email protected]
Snowflake Classic
November 1, 2015
Southwest Ice Arena, Crestwood, IL
May Wiza:[email protected]
12th Annual Cranberry Classic
November 8, 2015
Rockford SC, Loves Park, IL
Kathi Ferrero: [email protected]
Autumn Classic
November 14-15, 2015
Ice Plex: Pleasant Prairie, WI
Katie Kerley: [email protected]
North Shore Winter Classic
December 6, 2015
Centennial Ice Arena, Highland Park, IL
Inga Fedorova:[email protected]
Riverbend Spring Classic
March TBA, 2016
East Alton Skating Academy, East Alton, IL
Kathryn McKeon : [email protected]
5th Annual Southport Spring Classic
April 17, 2016
Rink Side Sports & Family Entertainment Center
Southport Skating Club, Gurnee, IL
Elaine Johnson:[email protected]
2016 Springfield Skating Invitational
May 21, 2016
The Nelson Center, Springfield, IL
Lindsay Campbell:[email protected]
Quad Cities Championships
June 10-12, 2016
FSC of Quad Cities, Davenport, IA
Sue Schwaegler:[email protected]
2016 Southport Summer Classic
June 16-18, 2016
Southport SC, Rec Plex Ice Arena: Pleasant Prairie, WI
Val Berger: [email protected]
2016 Rockford Open Basic Skills & Beyond
June 26, 2016
Rockford Skating Club, Loves Park, IL
Kathi Ferrero: [email protected]
Contact: Brigitte Roquet: [email protected]
Illinois Basic Skills Series Director
16TH ANNUAL WAGON WHEEL FSC
BASIC SKILLS COMPETITION
February 28, 2016
The 16th Annual Wagon Wheel Figure Skating Club Basic Skills Competition will be held at the Crystal Ice
House at 320 E. Prairie, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 on Sunday, February 28, 2016. This competition is
sanctioned by the USFS and conducted in accordance with the rules of the 2015 – 2016 USFSA Rulebook.
The rink surface is 200 x 85 feet.
This is a fun, introductory competition for skaters of all ages. Its purpose is to encourage and reward
skaters as they become proficient in the basics of figure skating and better prepare them for learning
advanced skating elements.
Qualification Requirements: This basic skills competition is open to all skaters in any USFS Learn-toSkate Program. Skaters do not need to belong to a USFS Club to compete at the Basic Skills or beginner
level but they must be registered with USFS through a Learn-to-Skate program. Events for PrePreliminary and Preliminary Level: Skaters will compete in their test levels or one level higher as of
February 15, 2016. Skaters must be members of the USFS or a member club. Compulsory and Free Skate
events will be offered. Special Olympics and Synchronized Skating will also be offered as well as Ice
Show Solo & Group event, and Interpretive event.* Compulsory moves will be skated without music in a
“short program” format.
All events will be divided into groups of Approximately 6 – 8 skates grouped according to age. Age
groups will be combined at the discretion of the Referee and the competition chair.
Entry Fees: The entry fee is $55.00 for the first event and $20.00 for each additional event. Synchro
Team entry is $55.00 per team plus $5.00 per team skater. Application will be done via EntryEeze. Entry
deadline will be February 7, 2016. Late applications will be accepted only at the discretion of the
competition Chair and must be accompanied by a $10.00 late fee. Entry fees are non-refundable.
Awards: All skaters will receive an award immediately following the completion of their event and
posting of the results.
Music: Music will be played from CDs and should be turned over to the registration desk upon arrival.
Music should be clearly labeled with the skater’s name and event information. Skaters should have a
spare CD readily available. CDs should contain only one (1) track. Please remember to pick up your music
following your competition event. Unfortunately, forgotten CDs will not be mailed after the
competition.
Schedule of Events: Schedules will be available online at www.WWFSC.com, www.cystalicehouse.com
and EntryEeze 1 week prior to the competition.
Registration Desk: The registration desk will be located in the lobby and will be open one hour before
the start of competition. All skaters are required to register at least one hour prior to their scheduled
program event and turn in their program CD. Coaches must check in at the event registration desk and
show USFS/PSA issued ID to be issued credentials.
Inquires: Inquiries may be made to Kim Johnson at 815-356-8500 or [email protected]
and WWFSC at 815-455-6403 or [email protected].
ELIGIBILITY RULES FOR PARTICIPANTS
The competition is open to ALL skaters who are current eligible (ER1.00) members of either the Basic
Skills Program and /or are full members of U.S. Figure Skating. To be eligible skaters must have
submitted a membership application or be a member in good standing. Members of other organizations
are eligible to compete but must be registered with the host Basic Skills Program/club or any other Basic
Skills Program/Club.
Eligibility will be based on skill level as of closing date of entries. All Snowplow Sam and Basic Skills 1 – 8
skaters must skate at highest level passed or one level higher and NO official U. S. Figure Skating tests
may have been passed including MIF or individual dances.
For the Free Skate 1-6, Test Track and Well Balanced levels, eligibility will be based only upon highest
freeskate test level passed (moves in the field test level will not determine skater’s competitive level)
Skaters may skate at highest level passed OR one level higher. But not both levels in the same event
during the same competition.
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ILLUSTRATION OF THE PROGRESSION THROUGH THE LEVELS OF U.S FIGURE SKATING
All singles athletes begin with the U.S Figure Skating Basic Skills program, then progress to the
“introductory levels,” and finally choose whether to follow the test track or Well Balanced
program category. Athletes may choose to move between test track and Well Balanced
program at any point.
U.S. FIGURE SKATING BASIC SKILLS PROGRAM
Competition levels for singles skaters within the Basic Skills program include:
Snowplow Sam 1-3
Basic 1-8, Adult 1-8, Hockey 1-4, Free Skate 1-6
Once skaters have competed at the
introductory level, and begin the official U.S.
Figure Skating test structure, they may then
choose whether to enter the “Test Track Free
Skate” or “Well Balanced Free Skate” program.
Test requirements for both categories are the
same, it is completely the choice of the athlete
which track to follow.
Once skaters have completed the levels within
the Basic Skills curriculum, they advance to the
“introductory levels,” which are an introduction
to competitive figure skating.
Basic 1-8, Adult 1-4, Hockey 1-4
Beginner
Free Skate 1-6
High Beginner
No Test
TEST TRACK FREE SKATE
Pre-Preliminary
Preliminary
Pre-Juvenile
Juvenile
Intermediate
INTRODUCTORY
LEVELS
WELL BALANCED
PROGRAM FREE SKATE
Skaters may choose,
at any point, which
track to follow. They
may also move
between the tracks at
different nonqualifying
competitions. They
may not, however,
enter both events at
the same competition.
Pre-Preliminary
Preliminary
Pre-Juvenile
Juvenile/Open Juv.
Intermediate
Novice
Novice
Junior
Junior
Senior
Senior
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EVENT: Basic Elements Snow Plow Sam, Basic 1 - 8
Each skater will perform one element at a time in the order listed below (no excessive connecting steps). Each skater performs
all of the required elements before moving on to the next skater.
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To be skated on 1/3 to 1/2 ice.
No music.
All elements must be skated in the order listed.
Level
Snowplow
Sam
Time
1:00 max.
Basic 1
1:00 max.
Basic 2
1:00 max.
Basic 3
1:00 max.
Basic 4
1:00 max.
1:00 max.
Basic 5
Basic 6
1:00 max.
Basic 7
1:00 max.
Basic 8
1:00 max.
Skating rules/standards
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March followed by a two-foot glide and dip
Forward two-foot swizzles, 2-3 in a row
Forward snowplow stop
Backward wiggles, 2-6 in a row
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Forward two-foot glide and dip
Forward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row
Forward snowplow stop
Backward wiggles, 6-8 in a row
Forward one-foot glide, either foot
Forward alternating ½ swizzle pumps in a straight line, 2-3 each foot
Moving snowplow stop
Two-foot turn in place, forward to backward
Backward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row
Forward stroking
Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counter clockwise, 4-6
consecutive
Forward slalom
Backward one-foot glide, either foot
Two-foot spin - minimum three revolutions
Standstill forward outside three-turn, right and left
Forward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counter clockwise
Forward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directions
Backward stroking, 4-6 strokes
Backward snowplow stop, right or left
Backward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise
Backward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directions
Basic one-foot spin, free leg held to side of spinning leg - minimum three revolutions
Side toe hop, either direction
Hockey stop
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Standstill forward inside three-turn, right and left
Bunny Hop
Forward spiral on a straight line, right or left
Lunge, right or left
T-stop, right or left
Standstill forward inside open Mohawk, right to left and left to right
Ballet jump, either direction
Backward crossovers to a back outside edge landing position, clockwise and counter
clockwise
Forward inside pivot
Moving forward outside or forward inside three-turns, right and left
Waltz jump (from a standstill)
Mazurka, either direction
Combination move, clockwise or counter clockwise, two forward crossovers into
forward inside Mohawk, step down, cross behind, step into one backward crossover
and step to a forward inside edge
Beginning one-foot upright spin, free foot held to side of spinning leg or crossed
position - minimum three revolutions
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EVENT: Basic Program Event: SNOWPLOW SAM – BASIC 8
Format: The skating order of the required elements is optional. The elements are not restricted as to the number of times the
element is executed or length of glides, number of revolutions, etc., unless otherwise specified. Vocal music is allowed.
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To be skated on full ice.
The skater may use elements from a previous level.
A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level.
Level
Snowplow
Sam 1-3
Time
1:10 max.
Basic 1
1:10 max
Basic 2
1:10 max
Basic 3
1:10 max.
Basic 4
1:10 max.
1:10 max.
Skating rules/standards
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March followed by a two-foot glide and dip
Forward two-foot swizzles, 2-3 in a row
Forward snowplow stop
Backward wiggles, 2-6 in a row
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Forward two-foot glide and dip
Forward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row
Forward snowplow stop
Backward wiggles, 6-8 in a row
Forward one-foot glide, either foot
Forward alternating ½ swizzle pumps in a straight line, 2-3 each foot
Moving snowplow stop
Two-foot turn in place, forward to backward
Backward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row
Forward stroking
Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counter clockwise, 4-6
consecutive
Forward slalom
Backward one-foot glide, either foot
Two-foot spin - minimum three revolutions
Standstill forward outside three-turn, right and left
Forward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive both directions
Backward stroking, 4-6 strokes
Backward snowplow stop, right or left
Backward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directions
Basic one-foot spin, free leg held to side of spinning leg - minimum three revolutions
Side toe hop, either direction
Hockey stop
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Basic 5
Basic 6
1:10 max
Basic 7
1:10 max
Basic 8
1:10 max.
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Standstill forward inside three-turn, right and left
Bunny Hop
Forward spiral on a straight line, right or left
Lunge, right or left
T-stop, right or left
Standstill forward inside open Mohawk, right to left and left to right
Ballet Jump, either direction
Back crossovers to a back outside edge landing position, clockwise and counter
clockwise
Forward inside pivot
Moving forward outside or forward inside three-turns, right and left
Waltz jump (from a standstill)
Mazurka, either direction
Combination move, clockwise or counter clockwise – two forward crossovers into a
forward inside Mohawk, step down, cross behind, step into one back crossover and
step to a forward inside edge
Beginning one-foot upright spin, free foot held to side of spinning leg or crossed
position - minimum three revolutions
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EVENT: Free Skate 1-6 Compulsory Event
Format: In simple program form, using a limited number of connecting steps, the skating order of the required
elements is optional.
To be skated on ½ ice.
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No music is allowed.
The skater must demonstrate the required elements and may use any additional elements from previous
levels.
A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level.
Time: 1:15 max
Level
Free Skate 1
Time
1:15 max.
Free Skate 2
1:15 max.
Free Skate 3
1:15 max.
Free Skate 4
1:15 max.
Free Skate 5
1:15 max.
Skating rules/standards
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Free Skate 6
1:15 max.
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Advanced forward stroking, 4-6 consecutive
Backward outside three-turns, right and left
One-foot upright scratch spin from backward crossovers - minimum three
revolutions
Waltz jump from backward crossovers
Half flip jump
Forward outside or inside spiral, right or left
Waltz three's, right or left, 2-3 sets
Beginning back spin, entry optional – minimum two revolutions
Waltz jump, side toe hop, Waltz jump sequence
Toe loop jump
Forward crossovers in a figure 8
Backward inside three-turns, right and left
Back spin - minimum three revolutions
Salchow jump
Waltz jump/toe loop or Salchow/toe loop jump combination
Forward power 3's, 2-3 consecutive sets, right or left
Sit spin - minimum three revolutions
Loop jump
Waltz jump/loop jump combination
Camel spin - minimum three revolutions
Forward upright spin to back upright spin - minimum three revolutions
each foot
Loop/loop jump combination
Flip jump
Five step Mohawk sequence - one set alternating pattern (refer to Basic Skills
Curriculum Free Skate 6)
Camel, sit spin combination - minimum of four revolutions total
Split jump or stag jump
Waltz jump, ½ loop, Salchow jump sequence
Lutz jump
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EVENT: Free Skate 1-6 Program Event
Format: The skating order of the required elements is optional. The elements are not restricted as to the number
of times an element is executed, length of glides, number of revolutions, etc., unless otherwise stated. Connecting
moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program. Vocal music is allowed.
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To be skated on full ice.
The skater must demonstrate the required elements and may use but is not required to use any additional
elements from previous levels.
A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level.
Time 1:40 max.
Level
Time
Skating rules/standards
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Free Skate 1
1:40 max
Free Skate 2
1:40 max.
Free Skate 3
Free Skate 4
Free Skate 5
Free Skate 6
1:40 max
1:40 max.
1:40 max.
1:40 max.
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Advanced forward stroking, 4-6 consecutive
One-foot upright scratch spin from backward crossovers - minimum three
revolutions
Waltz jump from backward crossovers
Half flip jump
Forward outside spiral, right or left
Beginning back spin, entry optional - minimum two revolutions
Waltz jump, side toe hop, Waltz jump sequence
Toe loop jump
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Forward crossovers in a figure 8
Back spin - minimum three revolutions
Salchow jump
Waltz jump-toe loop or Salchow-toe loop jump combination
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Forward power 3's, 2-3 consecutive sets, right or left
Sit spin - minimum three revolutions
Loop jump
Waltz jump-loop jump combination
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Camel spin - minimum three revolutions
Forward upright spin to back upright spin - minimum three revolutions each foot
Loop-loop jump combination
Flip jump
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Camel, sit spin combination - minimum of four revolutions total
Split jump or stag jump
Waltz jump, ½ loop, Salchow jump sequence
Lutz jump
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EVENT: Introductory Levels Compulsory Event
Format: In simple program form, using a limited number of connecting steps, the skating order of the required
elements is optional.
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To be skated on ½ ice.
No music is allowed.
The skater must demonstrate the required elements and may use any additional elements from previous
levels.
A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level.
Skaters may have the option to skate one level higher in compulsories than their free skate program.
Level
Beginner
Time
1:15 max.
Skating rules/standards
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High Beginner
1:15 max.
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No Test
1:15 max.
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Waltz jump
½ jump of choice
Forward two-foot or one-foot spin - minimum three revolutions (free
leg position optional)
Forward or backward spiral
Toe loop jump
Salchow jump
Forward scratch spin - minimum three revolutions
Forward or backward spiral
Loop jump
Jump combination to include a toe loop (may not use a loop or Axel)
Solo spin - sit or camel spin - minimum three revolutions
Spiral sequence, must include a forward and backward spiral.
Additional spirals and balance moves may be included.
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EVENT: Introductory Levels Free Skate Program
General event parameters:
 Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels.
 Level will be determined by the highest free skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they
have passed, or skate up to one level higher.
 Minimum number of spin revolutions are in parentheses following the spin description. Revolutions must be in
position.
Level
Jumps
Spins
Beginner
Max. 5 jump elements:
Max. 2 spins:
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1:40 Maximum
High Beginner
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Max. 5 jump elements:
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1:40 Maximum
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No-Test
Jumps with no more than
one-half rotation (front to
back or back to front
including half-loop)
Single rotation jumps:
Salchow and toe loop
only.
Max. 2 jump
combinations or
sequences
Max. 2 of any same type
jump.
Max. 5 jump elements:
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1:40 Maximum
Jumps with no more than
one-half rotation (front to
back or back to front).
Max. 2 jump sequences
Max. 2 of any same jump
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Single jumps, with the
exception of the single
Axel, are allowed
Maximum of 2 jump
combinations or
sequences
Jump combinations
limited to 2 jumps
Jump sequences limited
to a maximum of 3 single
jumps (half-loop is not
considered a single jump
at this level and may be
performed without
counting toward jump
limit)
No single Axels, double
jumps or triple jumps
Two upright spins, no
change of foot, no
flying entry (Min. 3
revolutions)
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Step Sequences
Qualifications
Connecting moves
and steps should
be demonstrated
throughout the
program
Skaters may not
have passed tests
higher than U.S.
Figure Skating
Basic Skills free
skating badge
tests
Connecting moves
and steps should
be demonstrated
throughout the
program
Skaters may not
have passed tests
higher than U.S.
Figure Skating
Basic Skills free
skating badge
tests
Max. 2 spins:
Two upright spins,
change of foot
optional, no flying
entry (Min. 3
revolutions)
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Max. 2 spins:
Spins may change
feet and/or position
Spins may start with a
fly
Minimum 3 revs.
Spins must be of a
different character
(For definition see rule
4103E)
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Step
sequence*
Must use onehalf the ice
surface
Moves in the
field and spiral
sequences are
permitted but
will not be
counted as
elements.
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Jumps may be
included in
the step
sequence
EVENT: COMPULSORY MOVES
General event parameters:
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Elements skated on ½ ice
Elements may be performed only once
Music is not allowed
Level
Time
Pre-Preliminary
1:15 max.
Preliminary
1:15 max.
Skating rules/standards
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Toe Loop jump
Jump combination: single/single (no Axel)
Sit spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions
Spiral sequence with one forward spiral and one backward spiral (any edge)
Lutz jump
Jump combination: single/single (may include Axel)
Back upright spin - minimum three revolutions
Forward inside spiral
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EVENT: WELL BALANCED PROGRAM FREE SKATE
General event parameters:
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Level
Skaters may not enter both a Well Balanced Free Skate event and a Test Track Free Skate event at the same nonqualifying competition.
Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted for pre-preliminary – intermediate.
Level will be determined by the highest free skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have
passed, or skate up to one level higher.
Either IJS or the 6.0 judging system may be used for this event.
All relevant and appropriate IJS rules will be used. Coaches and athletes are expected to be aware of these rules by
reading the documents on www.usfigureskating.org , under “Technical Information,” then “Singles/Pairs”.
Time
PrePreliminary
1:40
Maximum
Vocal
music
permitted
Preliminary
1:40
Maximum
Vocal
music
permitted
Jumps
Spins
Maximum of 5 jump elements:
Maximum of 2 spins:
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Any single jumps, including Axel, allowed.
Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences
Jump combinations are limited to 2 jumps.
Number of jumps in a jump sequence is
limited to a maximum of 3 single jumps
(½ loop is not considered a single jump.)
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Axel may be repeated as an individual jump,
as part of a jump combination or jump
sequence. Maximum of 2 Axels
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Double or triple jumps are not allowed.
Maximum of 5 jump elements:
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One must be an Axel or Waltz-jump.
Maximum 2 jump combinations or sequences
Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps
Number of jumps in a jump sequence is
limited to a maximum of 3 single jumps
(½ loop is not considered a single jump.)
Only 2 different double jumps may be
attempted, selected from: double Salchow,
double toe-loop, double loop
Axel and no more than 2 different double
jumps may be repeated as individual jumps,
as part of jump combinations or jump
sequences.
Maximum of 2 Axels or any double jump
Double flips, double Lutzes, double Axels or
triple jumps are not allowed.
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Step Sequences
Spins must be of a different
nature.
Spins may change feet
and/or position.
Spins may start with a fly.
Minimum of 3 revolutions
One step
sequenced that
must use ½ of the
ice surface.
Maximum of 2 spins:
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Spins must be of a different
nature.
Spins may change feet
and/or position.
Spins may start with a fly.
Minimum of 3 revolutions
One step
sequenced that
must use ½ of the
ice surface.
EVENT: Test Track Free Skate
General event parameters:
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Level
Pre-Preliminary
1:40 max.
Preliminary
Skaters may not enter both a Well Balanced Free Skate event and a Test Track Free Skate event at the
same nonqualifying competition.
Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels.
Level will be determined by the highest free skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level
they have passed, or “skate up” to one level higher.
Minimum number of spin revolutions are in ( ) following the spin description. Revolutions must be in
position.
The following deductions will be taken:
0.1 from each mark for each technical element included that is not permitted in the event description.
0.2 from the technical mark for each extra element included.
0.1 from the technical mark for any spin that is less than the required minimum revolutions.
Jumps
Spins
Maximum of 5 jump elements:
Maximum of 2 spins:
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Jumps with not more
than one-half rotation
(front to back or back
to front including halfloop)
 Single rotation jumps:
Salchow, toe loop and
loop only
 Maximum 2 jump
combinations or
sequences
 Maximum 2 of any
same type jump
Maximum of 5 jump elements:
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1:40 max.
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Jumps with not more
than one rotation (no
Axels)
Maximum 2 jump
combinations or
sequences
Maximum 2 of any
same type jump
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Two spins of a
different nature, one
position only. No
change of foot, no
flying entry
(Minimum 3
revolutions)
Step Sequences
Qualifications
Connecting
moves and steps
should be
demonstrated
throughout the
program.
Skaters may not
have passed tests
higher than U.S.
Figure Skating prepreliminary free
skate test.
Connecting
moves and steps
should be
demonstrated
throughout the
program.
Skaters must have
passed at least the
U.S. Figure Skating
pre-preliminary
free skate test, but
may not have
passed tests higher
than the
preliminary free
skate test.
Maximum of 2 spins:
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One spin in one
position; no change
of foot, no flying
entry. (Minimum 3
revolutions)
One spin consisting
of a front scratch to
back scratch; exit on
spinning foot not
mandatory. (Min. 3
revolutions per foot)
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ADULT EVENTS: This event can be used as a Compulsory or Program Event
Adult 1-6 Free Skate, Pre-Bronze and Bronze:
The skating order of the required elements is optional. The elements are not restricted to the number of
times element is executed, or length of glides, number of revolutions, etc. unless otherwise stated.
Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program.
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Vocal music is allowed.
The skater must demonstrate the required elements and may use, but is not required to use,
any additional elements from previous levels.
A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level.
Time 1:30+/-10 sec unless otherwise noted
Adult 1
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Adult 4
Falling and Recovery
Forward Marching
Forward two-foot glide
Forward swizzle
Moving Snowplow Stops
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Adult 5
Adult 2
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Forward stroking showing correct use of the blade
Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, (clockwise
and counterclockwise) 4-6 in a row
Forward one-foot glides
Slalom
Backward swizzles, (4-6 in a row, clockwise and
counterclockwise)
Adult 3
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Basic forward outside and forward inside consecutive
edges
Backward edges on a circle, (outside and inside,
clockwise and counterclockwise)
Backward crossovers, (clockwise and
counterclockwise, 5 consecutive)
Forward outside 3-turns, right and left
Forward outside swing rolls to a count of 6
Forward and backward crossovers in a figure 8
pattern
Forward outside to inside change of edge on a line
T-stop, right or left
Forward inside 3-turns, right and left
Beginning one-foot spin
Adult 6
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Forward outside and inside edges on a circle
(clockwise and counterclockwise)
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Forward crossovers (clockwise and
counterclockwise)
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Backward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle (4-6 in a row
consecutive, clockwise and counterclockwise)
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Moving forward to backward and backward to
forward two-foot turn
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Beginning 2-foot spin
Adult Pre-Bronze: Must have passed no higher than adult
pre-bronze free skate test or pre-preliminary free skate test.
Time: 1:40 maximum
Forward perimeter stroking with crossover end
patterns
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Backward crossovers to a backward outside edge
glide (landing position)
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Lunge
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Spiral
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Footwork sequence: (3-5 forward crossovers to an
inside Mohawk, 3-5 backward crossovers, step
forward inside the circle and repeat)
Adult Bronze: Must have passed no higher than adult bronze
free skate test or the preliminary free skate test.
Time: 1:50 maximum
Refer to the current U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook #4600 for
specific requirements.
Refer to the current U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook #4590 for
specific requirements.
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HOCKEY EVENTS: Hockey 1-4 Elements and Skills Competition
. Ages should be divided by 8 & under, 10 & under, 12 & under, 14 & under, 16 & under, 18 & under, and adult.
These age groups may be combined based upon number of entries.
Hockey 1-4 Elements: Each skater will perform each element when directed by a judge or referee. The following
elements have been chosen for the skaters to perform. Format choice: All skaters perform first element before
moving on to the next and so on OR each skater performs all of the required elements before moving on to the
next skater.
To be skated on 1/3 to 1/2 ice
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All elements must be skated in the order listed
Time: 1:00 or less
Hockey 1
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Hockey 3
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Proper forward and backward stance
March forward across the ice, 8-10 steps
March forward with two foot glides and dips
Stationary Snowplow Stop
Forward swizzles (2-4 in a row)
One foot Snowplow Stop-introduce hips with ¼
turn twist to hockey stop
 Full strides using 45 degree V-push with good
recovery using alternating arm drive
 Shuffle stride - explosive powerful alternating
heel pushes
 Backward c-cuts or power pushes on
circle/backward outside edge glide on a circle
Hockey 4
Hockey 2
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Alternating forward c-cuts on a straight line
Scooting or skateboard push, on circle (right and
left)
Backwards march then glide on two feet
Backward swizzles (2-4 in a row)
Alternating backward c-cuts in a straight line
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Forward crossovers on circle (right and left)
Forward alternating crossovers down the length
of the ice with wide step transitions
Hockey Stops
Backward crossovers on circle (right and left)
Backward alternating crossovers down ice with
wide step transitions
Hockey Skills Challenge: Have skaters complete each of the five following skills competitions. Set up each
station according to the descriptions below. Skaters earn points upon placement in each station (First place - 5
points, second place - 4 points, third place - 3 points, fourth place - 2 points, fifth place - 1 point). Highest
combined total wins.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Shooting: Using a “shooter tutor,” give each skater 10 pucks to shoot into the five holes. Alternate each
shot into the different holes in the tutor. Most number of hits wins.
Fastest Skater: Starting at the center red line, have skaters complete one lap around all of the dots and
behind the nets. Set up cones on each red dot to outline to course. 2-4 skaters can race at a time at
different sides of the red line. Use stop watch. Fastest skater wins.
Stick Handling: Place two rows of staggered cones down the length of ice. Have skaters stick handle
through the cones down one length and back again. Shortest time wins. A missed cone is a 5-second
penalty.
Agility: Set up an obstacle course with cones for forward and backward skating, turns and stops. Fastest
skater wins.
Passing: Set up stationary targets (i.e. cones, bucket, mini-net) 25 feet away from starting line. Give each
skater 10 pucks to try to hit each target. Highest number of hits wins.
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ICE SHOW SOLOIST EVENT
Compete with your ice show solo program from last year
Individual Showcase is for individual skaters who would like to compete with their ice show programs
from last year or this year. Skaters should sign up for one of the three categories listed below:
Individual Level A – Single jumps (no axel), any upright spin without a change of foot, recommended
program length 1 – 2 minutes.
Individual B – Single jumps & axel a must, sit spin or camel, recommended program length under 2 & ½
minutes.
Individual C – Axel and double jumps are permitted, any spin choice, recommended program length
under 2 & ½ minutes.
LEVEL
ELEMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS
PROGRAM TIME
Free Skate 1 & 2
Individual Level A
May not have passed
any official USFS free
skate tests
Maximum 2:45
Free Skate 3 & 4
Individual Level A
May not have passed
any official USFS free
skate tests
Maximum 2:45
Free Skate 5 & 6
Individual Level B
May not have passed
any official USFS free
skate tests
Maximum 2:45
No Test
Individual Level B
May not have passed
any official USFS free
skate tests.
Maximum 2:45
Pre-Preliminary
Individual Level B
Must have passed no
higher than USFS PrePre or Adult pre-Bronze
free skate test
Maximum 2:45
Preliminary
Individual Level C
Must have passed no
higher than USFS
Preliminary or Adult
pre-Bronze free skate
test.
Maximum 2:45
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ICE SHOW GROUP EVENT
Compete with your ice show group number from last year or create your own with 6 or more
skaters
LEVEL
ELEMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS
PROGRAM
TIME
Basic 3 – 5
Individual Level A
Majority of skaters must be between Basic
3-5
Maximum 2:45
Basic 6 - 8
Individual Level A
Majority of skaters must be between Basic
6–8
Maximum
2:45
Free Skate 1 - 6
Individual B
Majority of skaters must be between
Maximum
2:45
FS 1 - 6
INTERPRETIVE PROGRAM:
Competition Format
The Organizing Committee must pre-select and edit musical choices appropriate for these events. During the
warm-up, skaters will hear the selection of music twice. Following the warm-up, all skaters except for the first
skater will be escorted to a soundproof locker room or another area of the arena. The first skater will hear the
music one more time and then perform a program to the music. As each skater performs, the next skater in
line will be allowed to hear the music for the third time before they perform to the music. The listening skater
will not be allowed to view the performing skater.
Levels:
Levels should be broken by ability with ages divided appropriately.
Judging Rules:
Skaters are judged on originality, pattern, technical (the ability to include jumps and spins) and music
interpretation/expression.
Spins and jumps performed must be appropriate to competition level.
Time:
Music Duration:
Free Skate 1-6 - No Test: 1:00 Max
Pre-Preliminary - Preliminary: 1:00 Max
Coaching: There is to be no instruction allowed during this event from coaches, parents, or fellow skaters.
Staging area must be kept clear except for ice monitor and listening competitor.
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EVENT: SPECIAL OLYMPICS BADGE PROGRAM
The Special Olympics Sports Skills Program is designed for people with intellectual disabilities who may
exhibit any number of physical impairments. The Special Olympics Badge Program allows skaters to
learn skills in a progressive order and earn badges at each
Badge 1
A.
B.
C.
D.
Badge 7
A.
B.
C.
D.
Stand unassisted for five seconds
Fall and stand up unassisted
Knee dip standing still unassisted
March forward ten steps assisted
Badge 2
A.
B.
C.
D.
Badge 8
March forward ten steps unassisted
Swizzles, standing still: three repetitions
Backward wiggle or march assisted
Two foot glide forward for distance of at least length of
body
Badge 3
A.
B.
C.
D.
B.
C.
D.
Backward wiggle or march
Five forward swizzles covering at least ten feet
Forward skating across the rink
Forward gliding dip covering at least length of body: left
and right
and right
A.
B.
C.
D.
Forward outside 3 turn: left and right
Forward inside edge: left and right
Forward lunge or shoot the duck at any depth
Bunny hop
Badge 10
Backward two-foot glide covering at least length of
body
Two foot jump in place
One foot snowplow stop: left and right
Forward one foot glide covering at least length of body:
left and right
Badge 5
A.
B.
C.
D.
A. Five consecutive forward crossovers: left and right
B. Forward outside edge: left and right
C. Five consecutive backward ½ swizzles on a circle: left
Badge 9
Badge 4
A.
Backward stroking across the rink
Gliding backward to forward two-foot turn
T-stop left or right
Forward two foot turn on a circle: left and right
A.
B.
C.
D.
Forward inside 3 turn: left and right
Five consecutive backward crossovers: left and right
Hockey stop
Forward spiral three times length of body
Badge 11
A.
Forward stroking across rink
Five backward swizzles covering at least ten feet
Forward two-foot curves left and right across rink
Two-foot turn front to back, on the spot
B.
C.
D.
E.
Badge 6
Consecutive forward outside edges: minimum of two
on each foot
Consecutive forward inside edges: minimum of two
on each foot
Forward inside Mohawk: left and right
Consecutive backward outside edges: minimum of
two on each foot
Consecutive backward inside edges: minimum of two
on each foot
Badge 12
A. Gliding forward to backward two-foot turn
B. Five consecutive forward one-foot swizzles on circle:
left and right
C. Backward one foot glide length of body: left and right
D. Forward pivot
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A. Waltz jump
B. One foot spin: minimum of three revolutions
C. Forward crossover, inside Mohawk, backward
D.
crossover, step forward: step sequence should be
repeated clockwise and counter clockwise
Combination of three moves chosen from badges 912
BASIC SKILLS SYNCHRONIZED SKATING LEVEL 1 – 3
In order to safely practice and compete at the various levels, it is strongly recommended that skaters
have mastered the elements of the Basic Skills level at which they are skating. (See program
requirements.)
Eligibility Rules: All skaters on the team must either be full U.S. Figure Skating members or members of
the U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills program. All Basic Skills Synchronized Skating teams must be
registered with U.S. Figure Skating and have a team number.
In order for the team to be eligible for this event, no skaters on the team may have passed higher than a
preliminary test (moves in the field, freestyle or dance) and the majority of the team must be no test.
The skaters’ test level is as of the competition entry deadline.
No skater may compete on multiple Basic Skills synchronized skating teams.
Age/Number of Skaters: Varies based on the level. The ages for Basic Skills synchronized skating teams
are as of the preceding July 1. If the majority of team is younger than the listed age, consider skating
“up” to the level that best meets the skaters’ skill levels.
Each team may have between 8-16 skaters. Teams may have a total of four athletes on their roster in
addition to the maximum number permitted on the ice for their respective level.
Costume Rules: Basic Skills synchronized skating teams should follow Rule 7022 Clothing and
Equipment (U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook) when selecting their clothing for competition.
Coach Compliance: Coaches bringing their Basic Skills synchronized skating team to a Basic Skills
competition should have, at a minimum, the Basic Skills Instructor Membership and background check.
BASIC SKILLS SYNCHRONIZED SKATING
The synchronized competition program is also part of the U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills program. The Basic Skills competition program is for Basic
Skills level skaters who are interested in a first competition or “team” experience, taking the Synchro 1-4 badges a step further. Basic Skill teams
compete at Basic Skills competitions and non-qualifying synchronized skating competitions around the country.
Required elements – Each level has specific required elements that must be completed:
LEVEL
CIRCLE
LINE
BLOCK
WHEEL
INTERSECTION
One circle, which must contain
a two foot turn.
LEVEL 1
8-16 skaters, majority
under 9 years old
1 ½ - 2 minutes
One line, which must One block, which One wheel, choice of 4- One intersection: Two
Must contain a forward inside cover half ice to full must cover half ice spoke or 3 spoke with lines facing each other,
and/or forward outside edge
ice and must have
backward pumps.
2-foot glide at point of
to
full
ice,
and
must
glide. Stroking from backward only forward skating.
intersection.
have only 1
to forward is permitted.
configuration.
+/- 10 seconds
LEVEL 2
8-16 skaters , majority
under 12 years old
1 ½ - 2 minutes
One circle, which must include
the choreographed step
One line, which
sequence: 2 forward
crossovers, FO 3 turn, back
must cover the ice
pump, BO 1 foot glide (held for
and may include
at least 2 counts), back pump, 1
forward and
backward crossover, FI stroke (1
backward skating.
direction only, don’t need to
repeat)
One block, which
must cover the ice
and must have 1 or
2 configurations.
One wheel of the
team’s choice with
backward pumps.
One intersection: Two
lines facing each other,
2-foot or 1-foot glide at
point of intersection.
+/- 10 seconds
LEVEL 3
Circle element, which must Line element, which One block, which Wheel element of the One intersection: Two
include the combination move must cover the ice must cover the ice team’s choice with lines facing each other,
8-16 skaters, majority at
from Basic 8.
and must include and must have 2 or backward pumps,
1-foot glide or forward
least 12 years old
forward and
3 configurations. chasses, or crossovers.
lunge at point of
(1 direction only,
backward skating.
intersection.
2 – 2 ½ minutes
don’t need to repeat)
+/- 10 seconds
The emphasis of the Basic Skills synchronized skating competition is on mastering the “basic skills” of synchronized skating:
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Control of rotation in wheels and circles.
Straight lines in lines, blocks and intersections.
Unison and use of skills such as guiding and shadowing.
Incorporating skills from the Basic 1-8 levels to strengthen skating skills.
Learning how to do transitions and skate to music.
Learning skills that will be the foundation for higher levels.
Restrictions in Level 1 & 2:
- Additional elements are not allowed (the team must do only their required elements).
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- Teams may only use hand-to-hand, shoulder-to-shoulder and choo-choo holds.
- Wheels and circles may not travel, change rotational direction or change configuration.
- Level 1 teams may not do steps higher than Basic 5, with the exception of forward chasses.
- Level 2 teams may not do steps higher than Free Skate 1, with the exception of forward chasses.
Restrictions in Level 3:
-No traveling within elements (change of configuration and rotational direction are allowed).
Restrictions in all levels: All of the synchronized skating “illegal elements” found in Rule #7160 of the U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook
Please reference http://usfsa.org/Programs.asp?id=338 for most up-to-date Basic Skills Synchronized Skating rules
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