Saturday, May 16, 2015
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Saturday, May 16, 2015
2015 SPRING FLING SKATING COMPETITION Wissahickon Skating Club Saturday, May 16, 2015 550 W. Willow Grove Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19118 This is a Competition Announcement Only Registration must be completed online at www.entryeeze.com Sanction Approved (Sanction #13597) This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition 2015 SPRING FLING SKATING COMPETITION Wissahickon Skating Club Saturday, May 16, 2015 The Spring Fling Skating Competition will be conducted in accordance with the rules and regulations of U.S. Figure Skating, as set forth in the current rulebook, as well as any pertinent updates which have been posted on the U.S. Figure Skating website. This competition is open to all eligible, restricted, reinstated or readmitted persons as defined by the Eligibility Rules, and is a currently registered member of a U.S. Figure Skating member club, a collegiate club or an individual member in accordance with the current rulebook. Please refer to the current rulebook for non-U.S. Citizens. LOCATION: Wissahickon Skating Club 550 W. Willow Grove Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118 (215) 247-1759 www.wissskating.com CHAIRPERSONS: Jill McGee and Jenn Fayocavitz CHIEF REFEREE: Susan Miller CHIEF ACCOUNTANT: Andy Plaskey and Andi Shorin ELIGIBILITY: The competition is open to ALL skaters who are current eligible (ER 1.00) members of either the Basic Skills Program and/or are full members of U.S. Figure Skating. Once you register through Entryeeze, your eligibility to compete will be confirmed by an email sent directly to your Club by entryeeze.com to verify that you are a Club 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 the closing date of entries Saturday, April 25, 2015. All SNOWPLOW SAM and BASIC SKILLS SKATERS THROUGH BASIC 8 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 free skate 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. RULES: The competition will be conducted according to the rules in the 2015 Rule Book except as stated herein. The 6.0 judging system will be used for all events in this competition. LIABILITY: The USFS and the Wissahickon Skating Club accept no responsibility for injury or damage sustained by any participant in this competition; competitors assume the risk of competing in accordance with US Figure Skating rules. PRACTICE ICE: Practice ice will be offered and available for purchase through Entryeeze when you register for the competition. A maximum of 2 practice ice sessions are available per skater. Practice ice times will be published after registration closes. Each Practice ice session is $10.00 for 20 minutes. This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition SCHEDULE: The schedule for the competition will be available through Entryeeze and posted on the Wissahickon Skating Club website. The schedule will NOT be available by phone, mail, or email. Please check for schedule changes prior to traveling to the competition. MUSIC: Only CD’s will be accepted. They must be clearly marked with competitor’s name and event. Please submit CD’s at the registration desk on arrival (at least one hour prior to scheduled event). Please pick up CD’s promptly after the event. The Wissahickon Skating Club assumes no responsibility or liability due to loss or damage to any CD’s. All possible care will be taken. Competitors should have duplicate CD’s with them at their scheduled event (in case of problems with the original music) and for practice sessions. No CD’s in RW format. RINK: All events will be held at the Wissahickon Skating Club. The ice surface measures 185’ x 85. No smoking at any time. No flash photography permitted during the events. AWARDS: Medals will be presented for First through Fourth places in each event. VIDEO: Only battery operated video equipment will be permitted. There will be professional videotaping available for purchase. DEADLINE: You must enter this competition online by midnight April 25, 2015. Late entries will be accepted at the discretion of the Competition Chair and will require DOUBLE the entry fee. THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS after March 31, 2015 except for the cancellation of an event. Please note: The processing fee is not refundable for any reason. ENTRY FEES: 1st Event, $50.00; each additional event, $35.00. Couples and Duets will split the fee. Group events like Maneuvers will be $40 for the group and one member is responsible for the fee. Entering online with secure credit card payment is the only way to enter this competition. Please follow the link to Entryeeze from the Wissahickon Skating Club home page at www.wissskating.com or go directly to the Entryeeze site at http://comp.entryeeze.com/Home.aspx?cid=444. A non-refundable processing fee will be charged. Contested credit card charges will be assessed a $25.00 fee. Payment will be required before the skater is allowed to participate in practice ice or competition events. EVENT CHANGE FEE: Please review your application closely with your coach to ensure you have entered the correct events/levels. Once names have been submitted to the Chief Referee, no changes will be made except those due to an error by the LOC. After the tentative schedule is posted online, any change in registration because of an error on your application will result in a $25.00 fee per change. REGISTRATION: Please arrive 1 hour prior to your scheduled event. Report to the Registration Desk where you will hand in your music and receive a skater’s information packet. Competitors who arrive after their warm-up group begins will be allowed to skate at the discretion of the referee. If they do not skate, they will forfeit all fees for that event. OFFICIAL NOTICES: An official bulletin board will be maintained during the competition. It is the responsibility of each competitor, parent and coach to check the bulletin board frequently for any schedule changes and/or additional information. Skaters are requested to arrive 1 hour prior to the scheduled time of their event. A tentative schedule of events will be posted prior to the competition. ELIGIBILITY RULES FOR INSTRUCTORS/COACHES: All coaches will be required to check in and receive a coach badge at registration. If a coach/ instructor attempts to work at the event without the proper credentials, he or she is in violation of U.S. Figure Skating ethics and code of conduct rules and, as such, is subject to disciplinary action. Please consult the Coach Compliance Toolkit for further information and the forms to report the violation. This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition EVENT: BASIC ELEMENTS: SNOWPLOW SAM – BASIC 8 Format choice of the host: Each skater will perform each element when directed by a judge or referee or have the option to perform one element at a time in the order listed below (no excessive connecting steps). Referee driven format examples: 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 No music All elements must be skated in the order listed Level Time Snowplow Sam 1-3 1:00 max. Skating rules/standards 1. 2. 3. 4. 1. 2. 3. 4. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 1. 2. 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 Basic 1 1:00 max. 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 Basic 2 1:00 max. 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 Basic 3 1:00 max. Forward stroking Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counter clockwise, 4-6 consecutive 3. Forward slalom 4. Backward one-foot glide, either foot 5. Two-foot spin – minimum three revolutions Basic 4 1:00 max. 1. Standstill forward outside three-turn, right and left 2. Forward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counter clockwise 3. Forward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directions 4. Backward stroking, 4-6 strokes 5. Backward snowplow stop, right or left Basic 5 1:00 max. 1. Backward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise 2. Backward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directions 3. Basic one-foot spin, free leg held to side of spinning leg - minimum three revolutions 4. Side toe hop, either direction 5. Hockey stop Basic 6 1:00 max. 1. Standstill forward inside three-turn, right and left 2. Bunny Hop 3. Forward spiral on a straight line, right or left 4. Lunge, right or left 5. T-stop, right or left Basic 7 1:00 max. 1. Standstill forward inside open mohawk, right to left and left to right 2. Ballet jump, either direction 3. Back crossovers to a back outside edge landing position, clockwise and counter clockwise 4. Forward inside pivot Basic 8 1:00 max. 1. Moving forward outside or forward inside three-turns, right and left 2. Waltz jump 3. Mazurka, either direction 4. 1 Combination move, clockwise or counter clockwise, two forward crossovers into forward inside mohawk, step down, cross behind, step into one back crossover and step to a forward inside edge 5. Beginning one-foot upright spin, free foot held to side of spinning leg or crossed position - minimum three revolutions This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition EVENT: BASIC PROGRAM: 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. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or “skate up” to one level higher. To be skated on full ice The skater may use elements from a previous level A .2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level Level Snowplow Sam 1-3 Time 1:00 +/-10 max. Basic 1 1:00 +/-10 max. Basic 2 1:00 +/-10 max. Basic 3 1:00 +/-10 max. Basic 4 1:00 +/-10 max. Basic 5 1:00 +/-10 max. Basic 6 1:00 +/-10 max. Basic 7 1:00 +/-10 max. Basic 8 1:00 +/-10 max. Skating rules / standards 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 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 - R & L Forward crossovers 4-6 consecutive both directions Backward stroking - 4-6 strokes Backward snowplow stop - R or L 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 Standstill forward inside three-turn - R & L Bunny Hop Forward spiral on a straight line - R or L Lunge - R or L T-stop - R or L Standstill forward inside open Mohawk - R to L and L to R 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 R & L Waltz jump Mazurka - either direction Combination move - clockwise or counter clockwise – two forward crossovers into FI 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 This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition EVENT: FREE SKATE 1-6 COMPULSORY MOVES 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 No music is allowed The skater must demonstrate the required elements and may use any additional elements from previous levels A .2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level Time: 1:15 or less 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. Free Skate 6 1:15 max. Skating rules / standards Advanced forward stroking - 4-6 consecutive Backward outside three-turns R & L One-foot upright scratch spin from backward crossovers-minimum three revolutions Waltz jump from backward crossovers Half flip jump Forward outside or inside spiral - R or L Waltz Three's - R or L, 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, R & L 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-R or L 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 - 1 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 This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition EVENT: FREE SKATE 1-6 PROGRAM Format: The skating order of the required elements is optional. The elements are not restricted as 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. Vocal music is allowed. 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 .2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level Time 1:30+/-10sec Level Free Skate 1 Time 1:30+/-10 sec Free Skate 2 1:30+/-10 sec Free Skate 3 1:30+/-10 sec Free Skate 4 1:30+/-10 sec Free Skate 5 1:30+/-10 sec Free Skate 6 1:30+/-10 sec Skating rules / standards 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 - R or L 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 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 -R or L 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 Camel, sit spin combination - minimum of four revolutions total Split jump or stag jump Waltz jump, ½ loop, Salchow jump sequence Lutz jump This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition EVENT: HOCKEY 1 - 4 Each skater will perform each element when directed by a judge or referee or have the option to perform one element at a time in the order listed below (no excessive connecting steps). To be skated on 1/3 to 1/2 ice All elements must be skated in the order listed Level Hockey 1 Time 1:00 max. Hockey 2 1:00 max. Hockey 3 1:00 max Hockey 4 1:00 max. Skating rules / standards 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) 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 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 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 EVENT: HOCKEY SKILLS CHALLENGE Skaters will complete the following skills competitions. 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. Shooting: Each skater will have 10 pucks to shoot into the five holes. Alternate each shot into the different holes. 2. Fastest Skater: Starting at the center red line, skaters will complete one lap around all of the cones and behind the nets. 2 skaters may be on ice at opposite ends of rink. 3. Stick Handling: Rows of staggered cones will be placed down the length of ice. Skaters will stick handle through the cones down one length and back again. A missed cone is a 5-second penalty. 4. Passing: Stationary targets (i.e. cones, bucket, mini-net) will be set up 25 feet from starting line. Each skater will have 10 pucks to try to hit each target. This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition EVENT: COMPULSORY MOVES Format: In simple program form, using a limited number of connecting steps, the skating order of the required elements is optional Beginner to Preliminary: To be skated on ½ ice Pre-Juvenile to Senior: To be skated on full ice No music is allowed The skater must demonstrate the required elements and may use any additional elements from previous levels A .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 (formerly Limited Beginner) Time 1:00 max. High Beginner (formerly Beginner) No Test 1:00 max. Pre – Preliminary 1:00 max. Preliminary 1:00 max. Pre-Juvenile 1:15 max. Juvenile and Open Juvenile 1:15 max. Intermediate 1:30 max. Novice 1:30 max. Junior 1:30 max. Senior 1:30 max. 1:00 max. Skating rules / standards 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. Single flip Jump combination: single / single (no Axel) Sit spin or camel spin; min. 3 revolutions Spiral sequence with 1 forward spiral and 1 backward spiral (any edge) Single Lutz Jump combination: single / single (may include Axel) Back upright spin; min., 3 revolutions Forward inside spiral Single jump (may include Axel) Jump combination: single/single (may include Axel) Layback spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions Step sequence - circular Single Axel Jump combination: single/single or double/single Layback spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions Step sequence – circular Double Salchow or double toe loop Jump combination: single/single or double/single Flying spin, minimum five revolutions Step sequence – straight line Double loop Jump combination: double/single or double/double Flying spin - minimum five revolutions Step sequence – straight line Double flip Jump combination: double/double or triple/double Combination spin - minimum 10 revolutions Step sequence – straight line Double Lutz Jump combination: double/double or triple/double Combination spin - minimum 10 revolutions Step sequence – straight line This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition EVENT: TEST TRACK FREE SKATE General event parameters: Skaters may not enter both a Well-Balanced Free Skate event and a Test Track Free Skate event at the same non-qualifying 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. Level Jumps Spins Step Sequences Qualifications Beginner (formerly Limited Beginner) Max 5 jump elements: Jumps with not more than one-half rotation (front to back or back to front). Max 2 jump sequences Max 2 of any same jump Max 2 spins: Two upright spins, no change of foot, no flying entry (Min 3 revolutions) 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 5 jump elements: Jumps with not 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: Jumps with not more than one-half rotation (front to back or back to front including half-loop) Single rotation jumps: Salchow, toe-loop and loop only. Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences (using above jumps only) Max. 2 of any same type jump Max 5 jump elements: Jumps with not more than one rotation (no Axels). Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump Max 2 spins: Two upright spins, change of foot optional, no flying entry (Min 3 revolutions) 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 of 2 spins: Two spins of a different nature, one position only. No change of foot, no flying entry. (Min 3 revolutions) 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 Max of 2 spins: One spin in one position; no change of foot, no flying entry. (Min 3 revolutions) One spin consisting of a front scratch to back scratch; exit on spinning foot not mandatory. (Min 3 revolutions per foot) 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 Max 5 jump elements: Jumps with not more than one rotation (no Axels). Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump Max of 2 spins: One spin in one position, no change of foot (Min. 3 revolutions) One combination spin: forward camel spin to forward sit spin; change of foot optional (Min. 6 revolutions). Spins may not fly. One step sequence fully utilizing ice surface Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating preliminary free skate test but may not have passed tests higher than pre-juvenile free skate test 1:30 +/- 10 sec. High Beginner (formerly Beginner) 1:30 +/- 10 sec. Pre-Preliminary 1:30 +/- 10 sec. Preliminary 1:30 +/- 10 sec. Pre-Juvenile 2:00 +/- 10 sec. This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Juvenile 2:15 +/- 10 sec. Intermediate 2:30 +/- 10 sec. Novice Ladies: 3:00 +/- 10 sec. Men: 3:30 +/- 10 sec. Junior Ladies: 3:30 +/- 10 sec. Men: 4:00 +/- 10 sec. Senior Ladies: 4:00 +/- 10 sec. Men: 4:30 +/- 10 sec. Max 5 jump elements: Any single jumps, including Axel, are permitted. Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump Max 6 jump elements: Any single jumps. Double jumps permitted: double Salchow and double toe loop. Maximum of 3 jump combinations or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump Max 7 jump elements for men and 6 for ladies: Any single jumps. Double jumps permitted: double Salchow, double toe loop and double loop. Maximum of 3 jump combinations or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump Max 8 jump elements for men and 7 for ladies: Any single jumps. Double jumps permitted: double Salchow, double toe loop, double loop and double flip Maximum of 3 jump combinations or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump Maximum of 8 jump elements for men and 7 for ladies: Any single jumps. Must include at least four different double jumps, one must be a double Lutz. Triple jumps are not permitted Maximum of 3 jump combinations or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump Max of 2 spins: One solo spin in one position, no change of foot (Min. 4 revolutions). One combination spin with one change of foot and at least one change of position, must include two of the basic spin positions. (Min. 4 revolutions per foot) Only solo spin may fly Max of 2 spins: One must be a flying spin (min 5 revolutions), One must be a combination spin with at least one change of foot and at least one change of position (minimum 4 revolutions per foot). One step sequence fully utilizing ice surface Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating pre-juvenile free skate test but may not have passed tests higher than juvenile free skate test One step sequence fully utilizing ice surface Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating juvenile free skate test but may not have passed tests higher than intermediate free skate test Max of 3 spins, of a different nature: One must be a combination spin with at least one change of foot and at least one change of position (min 5 revs per foot) The other spins are the option of the skater (min 6 revolutions per foot) All spins may fly Max of 3 spins of a different nature: One spin in one position (Min. 6 revolutions) One flying spin (Min. 6 revolutions) One combination spin consisting of all three basic positions and one change of foot (2 per position, min. 5) revolutions per foot) Maximum of 3 spins of a different nature: One spin in one position (Min. 6 revolutions) One flying spin (Min. 6 revolutions) One combination spin consisting of all three basic spin positions and one change of foot (2 per position, min. 5 revolutions per foot) One step sequence or spiral sequence fully utilizing ice surface Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating intermediate free skate test but may not have passed tests higher than novice free skate test This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition (see rule 4104 & 4105 for remarks) One step sequence fully utilizing ice surface (See rule 4105 for remarks) Men: Two different step sequences, one being of advanced difficulty, both fully utilizing the ice surface. (See rule 4105 for remarks) Ladies: One step sequence of advanced difficulty, covering the full ice surface and one spiral sequence. (See rule 4104 & 4105 for remarks.) Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating novice free skate test but may not have passed tests higher than junior free skate test Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating junior free skate test EVENT: WELL BALANCED PROGRAM FREE SKATE General event parameters: Skaters may not enter both a Well Balanced Free Skate event and a Test Track Free Skate event at the same non qualifying competition. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted. 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. Level No-Test Time 1:30 +/- 10 sec. Pre-Preliminary 1:30 +/- 10 sec. Preliminary Pre-Juvenile 1:30 +/- 10 sec. 2:00 +/- 10 sec. Vocal music permitted Jumps Max 5 jump elements: Single Jumps (no Axel) Max 2 combos or sequences. Combos limited to 2 jumps Number of jumps in sequence is limited to a max of 3 single jumps (half-loop is not considered a single jump). Max 5 jump elements: 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 max. of 3 single jumps (½ loop is not considered a single jump.) Axel may be repeated as an individual jump, as part of a jump combination or jump sequence. Max of 2 Axels. Double or triple jumps are not allowed. Max 5 jump elements: One must be an Axel or waltz-jump. Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps Number of jumps in a jump sequence is limited to a max. 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. Spins Max 2 spins: Spins must be a different nature. Minimum three revolutions each. Spins may change feet, position and start with a fly. Max 5 jump elements: One must be an Axel or waltz –jump. Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps Number of jumps in jump sequence is limited to a max. of 3 single or double jumps. ( ½ loop is not considered a single jump at this level.) Number of different double jumps is not limited. Axel and no more than 3 different double jumps may be repeated as individual jumps, as part of jump combination or jump sequence. Maximum of 2 Axels or any double jump No double Axels or triple jumps Max of 2 spins: 1 spin combination; with or without change of foot*, may fly. 1 spin with only 1 position*, may fly, no change of foot Min. 4 revolutions.; 6 revolutions for combo Spins must be of a different nature Max 2 spins: Spins must be of a different nature Spins may change feet and/or position. Spins may start with a fly. Minimum of 3 revolutions Max 2 spins: Spins must be of a different nature Spins may change feet and/or position. Spins may start with a fly. Minimum of 3 revolutions This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Step Sequences Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program. One step sequenced that must use ½ of the ice surface. One step sequenced that must use ½ of the ice surface . One step sequence fully utilizing ice surface. EVENT: ADULT FREE SKATE General event parameters: 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 parentheses 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. Level Time Adult Gold 2:40 max * means element is required Adult Silver * means element is required 2:10 max Jumps Spins Step Sequences Max. 5 Min. 1*, max. 3 combinations or sequences Two combinations/sequences are limited to two jumps, and one three-jump combination/sequence is permitted Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as part of combination or sequence All single jumps, including an Axel-type jump, are permitted, as are the following double jumps: double toe loop, double Salchow. No double-double jump combinations or sequences are permitted Double loop, double flip, double Lutz, double Axel and triple jumps are not permitted Max. 3 Spins must be of different character (for definition, see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103E) Min. 4 revolutions total if no change of foot Min. 4 revolutions each foot if change of foot Min. 2 revolutions in position Max. 1 To be chosen from: Choreographic step sequence or Choreographic sequence Max. 5 Min. 1*, max. 2 combinations or sequences One combination/sequence may consist of three jumps, and the other may have only two jumps Additional jump sequences which contain non-listed jumps of not more than one revolution (i.e. mazurkas, half-loops, etc.) performed as part of connecting footwork preceding single jumps are permitted Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as part of combination or sequence All single jumps are permitted, including an Axel-type jump. No double or triple jumps are permitted Max. 2 Spins must be of different character (for definition, see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103E) Min. 3 revolutions total if no change of foot Min. 3 revolutions each foot if change of foot Min. 2 revolutions in position Must fully utilize the ice surface This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Additional moves in the field, spiral and step sequences will not be counted as elements but will be counted as transitions and marked as such. Max. 1 To be chosen from: Step sequence or Spiral sequence (any pattern) Must use at least ½ ice surface Additional moves in the field, spiral and step sequences will not be counted as elements but will be counted as transitions and marked as such. Level Time Adult Bronze 1:50 max * means element is required Adult PreBronze * means element is required 1:40 max Spins Step Sequences Max. 4 Min. 1*, max. 2 combinations or sequences; One combination/sequence may consist of three jumps, and the other may have only two jumps Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as part of combination or sequence (maximum of 2 of any jump) All single jumps are permitted (except Axel) No Axel, double or triple jumps are permitted Jumps Max. 2 Spins must be of different character (for definition, see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103E) Min. 3 revolutions total if no change of foot Min. 3 revolutions each foot if change of foot Min. 2 revolutions in position No flying spins are permitted Max. 1 To be chosen from: Step sequence or Spiral sequence (any pattern) Max. 4 Jump combinations and sequences are optional, but no more than 2 combinations or sequences may be included One jump combination/sequence may consist of three jumps, and the other may have only two jumps. Each jump may be repeated only once and only as part of combination or sequence (maximum of 2 of any jump) Only single and half-revolution jumps are allowed No Lutz, Axel or double jumps are allowed Max. 2 Min. 3 revolutions No flying spins are permitted Must use at least ½ ice surface Additional moves in the field, spiral and step sequences will not be counted as elements but will be counted as transitions and marked as such. This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Max. 1 Connecting steps throughout the program are required SHOWCASE EVENTS Showcase events are open to all skaters and levels. Skaters must enter at the same level as their free skate event or highest test level of skater in the duet. If a free skate event is not being entered, skaters must enter at their current test level or one level higher. Vocal music is permitted. Show costumes are permitted, as long as they do not touch or drag on the ice. Props and scenery must be placed and removed by unaided singles and duet competitors within one minute and by unaided ensemble contestants within two minutes for setup and two minutes for removal. A .2 deduction will be assessed by the referee against each judges’ mark for each five seconds in excess of the time allowed for the performance, for handling props and scenery and for scenery assistance. Performances will be judged from an entertainment standpoint, for theatrical qualities. Technical skating skills and difficulty will not be rewarded as such; however, skating must be the major element of the performance and be of sufficient quality to support the selected theatrical elements. Unintended falls, poorly executed skating elements and obvious losses of control will reduce contestant’s marks. Jump difficulty is not rewarded in showcase; therefore jumps, if choreographed, should be performed with style, flow and confidence. Theatrical elements evaluated will include energy, poise, acting, pantomime, eye contact, choreography, form/extension and the use of props and ice. Deductions will be made for skaters including technical elements not permitted in the event description. Showcase categories may include: Dramatic entertainment: Showcase program utilizing intense emotional skating quality to depict choreographic theme. Light entertainment: Showcase program emphasizing such choreographic expressive qualities such as comedy, love and mime while incorporating skating skills. Duets: Theatrical/artistic performances by any competitors. Duets must compete at the highest test level of the two skaters This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Showcase Levels: LEVEL ELEMENTS Elements only from Basic 1-8 curriculum Free skate 1-6/ 3 jump maximum. ½ rotation jumps Beginner/High only, plus the following full rotation Beginner/ Adult 1-4 jumps: Salchow and toe loop. Basic 1-8 No Test/ Pre-preliminary Preliminary Pre-Juvenile Juvenile Intermediate Novice Junior Senior Adult Pre-Bronze Adult Bronze Adult Silver Adult Gold QUALIFICATIONS May not have passed any higher than Basic 8 level. May not have passed any official U.S. Figure Skating free skate tests. 3 jump maximum. No axels or double Must have passed no higher than jumps permitted. U.S. Figure Skating Pre-Preliminary free skate test. Must have passed no higher than 3 jump maximum. Axels are U.S. Figure Skating Preliminary free permitted, but no double jumps skate test. allowed. Must have passed no higher than 3 jump maximum. Axels are U.S. Figure Skating Pre-Juvenile free permitted, but no double jumps skate test. allowed. 3 jump maximum. Axels and double Must have passed no higher than jumps are permitted. U.S. Figure Skating Juvenile free skate test. 3 jump maximum. Axels and double Must have passed no higher than jumps are permitted. U.S. Figure Skating Intermediate free skate test. 3 jump maximum. Axels and double Must have passed no higher than jumps are permitted. U.S. Figure Skating Novice free skate test. 3 jump maximum. Axels and double Must have passed no higher than jumps are permitted. U.S. Figure Skating Junior free skate test. 3 jump maximum. Axels and double Must have passed the U.S. Figure jumps are permitted. Skating Junior free skate test. 3 jump maximum. No axels or double Must have passed no higher than jumps permitted. U.S. Figure Skating Pre-Bronze free skate test. 3 jump maximum. Axels are Must have passed no higher than permitted, but no double jumps U.S. Figure Skating Adult Bronze free allowed. skate test. Must have passed no higher than 3 jump maximum. Axels are U.S. Figure Skating Adult Silver free permitted, but no double jumps skate test. allowed. 3 jump maximum. Axels and double Must have passed U.S. Figure Skating jumps are permitted. Adult Silver free skate test. This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition PROGRAM LENGTH 1:00 Max 1:30 Max 1:30 Max 1:40 Max 1:40 Max 2:10 Max 2:10 Max 2:10 Max 2:40 Max 2:40 Max 1:30 Max 1:40 Max 1:40 Max 1:40 Max EVENT: SOLO OR COUPLE PATTERN DANCES This event is open to all skaters and levels. General event parameters: 1. Levels are based upon the skaters’ highest pattern dance test passed. 2. A solo pattern dance competition event will consist of the skater performing two solo pattern dances. 3. Skaters will complete both of the dances at each level. Dances will be scheduled at the discretion of the Chief Referee for each competition and may be competed consecutively or with a break in-between pattern dances groupings. 4. The Organizing Committee will select the music for the pattern dances. Skater/couple will perform three patterns of each dance before moving on to the next dance with warm-up placed between dances. Preliminary: Rhythm Blues, Dutch Waltz Pre-Bronze: Fiesta Tango, Swing Bronze: Ten Fox, Hickory Hoedown Pre-Silver: Foxtrot, Fourteenstep Silver: Rocker Foxtrot, American Waltz Pre-Gold: Paso Doble, Starlight Waltz Gold: Westminster Waltz, Quickstep EVENT: INTERPRETIVE PROGRAM Interpretive event is open to all skaters and levels. Competition Format The Organizing Committee will pre-select and edit musical choices appropriate for these events. During warm-up skaters will hear 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: Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline 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: 1:15 Pre-Preliminary to Senior and all Adult levels: 1:30 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. This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition EVENT: MANUEVER TEAM Five compulsory moves will be required of each team. A Maneuver Team consists of 3, 4 or 5 skaters. One skater can perform no more than two moves. Skaters may skate up one level. Test requirements are the same used for Free Skating events. Introductory Maneuver Team – Members may not have passed ANY USFS Tests 1. Backward crossovers in a figure eight pattern 2. Forward spiral 3. Two-foot spin 4. Waltz jump Silver Maneuver Team – Members may not have passed higher than the Juvenile FS Test 1. Axel 2. Double toe loop 3. Camel – sit – change sit spin 4. Serpentine spiral sequence (must have at least 3 distinct spiral positions) Bronze Maneuver Team – Members may not have passed higher than the Preliminary FS Test 1. Salchow jump 2. Loop jump 3. Waltz jump/toe loop combo (no turns or steps in between) 4. One-foot upright spin (free foot position optional) Gold Maneuver Team – Open to all skaters 1. Any solo double jump 2. Double jump/double jump combo (no turns or steps in between) 3. Any solo flying spin 4. Combination spin with one change of foot and only 3 different spin positions This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition EVENT: SPINS CHALLENGE General event parameters: 1. Spins may be skated in any order. Connecting steps are allowed, but will not be taken into consideration in scoring. Spins may not be repeated. On required elements may be included. 2. All events are skated on ½ ice. 3. Minimum number of revolutions are noted in parentheses. Level Time Beginner 1:30 max. High Beginner 1:30 max. No-Test 1:30 max. Pre – Preliminary 1:30 max. Preliminary 1:30 max. Pre – Juvenile 1:30 max. Juvenile & Open Juv. 1:30 max. Intermediate 1:30 max. Novice 1:30 max. Junior 1:30 max. Senior 1:30 max. Skating rules / standards 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Backward upright spin (3) 2. Combination spin with no of foot (4) 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Camel spin (3) 2. Combination spin – camel to sit spin; no change of foot (6) 3. Forward to backward scratch spin (3 per foot) 1. Sit spin (4) 2. Combination spin – change of foot; optional change of position (4 per foot) 3. Girls – layback spin (4); Boys – camel spin (4) 1. Flying camel spin (5) 2. Sit spin to backward sit spin (4 per foot) 3. Combination spin – change of foot & change of position (4 per foot) 1. Choice of camel, sit or layback spin (6) 2. Camel spin to backward camel spin (4 per foot in position) 3. Combination spin – change of foot & two changes of position (2 per position & 5 per foot) 1. Flying sit spin or flying reverse sit spin (6) 2. Ladies – layback spin (6); men – cross-foot spin (6) 3. Combination spin – with change of foot & utilizing all three positions (2 per position & 5 per foot) 1. Flying spin of choice (6) 2. Solo spin of choice (6) – may not fly 3. Combination spin – with change of foot & utilizing all three positions (2 per position & 5 per foot) This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition EVENT: JUMPS CHALLENGE General event parameters: 1. Each jump may be attempted twice; the best attempt will be counted. 2. Pre-juvenile and lower will be skated ½ ice; Juvenile – senior will be skated on full ice 3. Jumps with an “*” must be preceded with connecting steps (intermediate – senior) Level Time Beginner 1:15 max. High Beginner 1:15 max. No-Test 1:15 max. Pre – Preliminary 1:15 max. Preliminary 1:15 max. Pre – Juvenile 1:15 max. Juvenile & Open Juv. 1:15 max. Intermediate 1:15 max. Novice 1:15 max. Junior 1:15 max. Senior 1:15 max. Skating rules / standards 1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) 2. ½ flip or ½ Lutz 3. Single Salchow 1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) 2. Single Salchow 3. Jump combination – waltz jump-toe loop 1. Single toe loop 2. Single loop 3. Jump combination – Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel) 4. Single toe loop 5. Single flip 6. Jump combination - Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel) 4. Single flip 5. Single Lutz 6. Jump combination – Any single jump + single loop (may be Axel) 4. Single Axel 5. Single or double jump 6. Jump combination – single/single (no Axel) 4. Single Axel 5. Double Salchow 6. Jump combination – single/single or double/single (no Axel) 4. Single Axel 5. Double loop* 6. Jump combination – double/single (no Axel) 4. Double loop 5. Double flip* 6. Jump combination – double/double (may be double Axel) 4. Choice of double or triple jump 5. Double or triple flip* 6. Jump combination – double/double (may be double Axel) 4. Choice of double or triple jump 5. Double or triple Lutz* 6. Jump combination – double/double or triple/double (may be double Axel) This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition