8th Annual
Theatre on Ice
National Competition
June 18 -21, 2015
Hyannis Youth and Community Center
Hyannis, Cape Cod, Massachusetts
www.2015nationaltoi.com
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GENERAL INFORMATION
The 8TH ANNUAL U.S. FIGURE SKATING NATIONAL THEATRE ON ICE COMPETITION will be held June 1821, 2015. The event will be conducted in accordance with the rules and regulations of U.S. Figure
Skating as set forth in the current rulebook and the current Theatre On Ice guidelines, as well as
any pertinent updates which have been posted on the U.S. Figure Skating website. The current
guidelines for Theatre on Ice competition and team registration forms can be found at
www.usfigureskating.org under Programs / Theatre on Ice link on the home page.
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.
ELIGIBILITY
All members of a Theatre on Ice team must be members of U.S. Figure Skating either through a
member club or as an individual member of U.S. Figure Skating. In addition each team must be
registered with U.S. Figure Skating as a Theatre on Ice team. Teams without a Theatre on Ice
membership and/or who have members who are not U.S. Figure Skating members will not be
permitted to compete in the U.S. Figure Skating sanctioned Theatre on Ice events.
Theatre On Ice team membership application is only available online through the U.S. Figure
Skating Members Only page. To register for your Theatre On Ice team for membership, visit the
Members Only page at https://www.usfsaonline.org/, click ‘Account’ in the menu bar and select
‘Add Team’ (choose Theatre On Ice). Contact [email protected] if you have
any questions. Please note U.S. Figure Skating Theatre On Ice team membership is valid from
October 1 through September 30.
WEBSITE
www.2015nationaltoi.com
OFFICIAL BULLETIN BOARD
The latest schedule updates and changes will be posted on the Official Bulletin Board in the HYCC
lobby. The latest official schedule of events will be posted on the Official Bulletin Board and will
supersede all other schedules. It is the responsibility of the team managers and coaches to check
this board upon arrival and periodically during the competition for changes in the schedule and
other important information.
TEAM COMPETITION CHECK-IN TIME
TEAMS SHOULD BE IN THE RINK AND CHECKED IN AT LEAST ONE HOUR PRIOR TO THEIR EVENT.
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COMPETITION LOCATIONS AND DATES
Competition Dates: June 18 – 21, 2015
Competition Rink:
Hyannis Youth and Community Center (HYCC), 141 Basset Lane, Hyannis MA
02601, www.town.barnstable.ma.us/hycc/.
The Kennedy Rink and the Butler Rink are 2 full size indoor rinks housed at
HYCC. Each ice surface measures 200 x 85 with ample seating in both
arenas. The facility also has a full service snack bar, 2 surface basketball gym
with walking track, game room, computer room, and gift shop. The lower
level of the facility has a separate lobby and 8 locker rooms. The Kennedy
Rink and the Butler Rink will be used for competition events.
For the safety of the competitors, ONLY “ALL ACCESS CREDENTIALS” will have
admittance to the lower level (locker room area) at HYCC.
HYCC is conveniently located within a mile of the Cape Cod Mall, and just 1
block from Main St where many specialty shops, restaurants, the Cape Cod
Baseball League and John F. Kennedy Museums are located. HYCC is also
within walking distance to Hyannis Harbor with fishing boats, harbor cruise
boats and the Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard boat docks, as well as, the
Kennedy Memorial, 3 Hyannis Beaches and delicious harbor side dining.
Practice Rink:
Tony Kent Arena (TKA), 8 South Gages Way, South Dennis, MA 02660 will
be the location for all unofficial practices. It measures 200’ X 85’ with
rounded corners. TKA is just off rte 6, at exit 9A, 12 miles from Hyannis.
NO SCENERY OR PROPS WILL BE ALLOWED ON UNOFFICIAL PRACTICE ICE
IF DRIVING TO TKA - DO NOT FOLLOW GPS OR MAPQUEST DIRECTIONS NEITHER SOURCE HAS UPDATED
THE EXIT 9 INTERCHANGE.
For correct directions to the rink SEE PAGE 20 of this announcement or the theatre on ice website at
www.2015nationaltoi.com.
LIABLILTY AND REFUNDS
LIABILITY:
According to U.S. Figure Skating rule #3200, U.S. Figure Skating, its members or
officials, Yarmouth Ice Club, Hyannis Youth and Community Center and Tony
Kent Arena assume no responsibility for injury or damages incurred during the
National Theatre on Ice competition.
REFUNDS:
According to U.S. Figure Skating rule #3047, ABSOLUTELY NO REFUNDS for any
reason after the competition entry deadline of APRIL 1, 2015.
INSURANCE:
IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED ALL TEAMS PURCHASE TRIP CANCELLATION
FLIGHT INSURANCE.
U.S. Figure Skating, its members or officials, Yarmouth Ice Club, Hyannis Youth and Community
Center and Tony Kent Arena cannot and will not be responsible for any losses incurred by
teams in cases of emergency or acts of God.
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ENTRY FEE INFORMATION
ALL ENTRIES AND PAYMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE THROUGH ENTRYEEZE. Deadline for entry is
April 1, 2015. Late entries will be accepted until April 15, 2015 (with an additional late fee of
$100.00). Absolutely no entries will be accepted after April 15, 2015
FEES: CE & FS: $675.00 includes one 10 minute CE official practice and one 12 minute FS official
practice for each event in the competition rink.
LATE ENTRIES: Entries received between April 1st and April 15th add $100.00 late fee.
EARLY ENTRY DISCOUNT: $50 OFF ENTRY FEE IF RECEIVED BY JANUARY 15, 2015.
All Payments must be paid through Entryeeze by credit card. Applications must be entered online
not later than April 1, 2015. All Entry forms must be completely filled in and submitted with all
applicable information by the application deadline.
NO PAPER ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED
The LOC in conjunction with the Chief Referee, reserves the right to limit the size of an event and to
cancel or combine events if there are too few entrants. If only one team enters an event they will
compete under the same conditions as teams in other events and will be judged in the same
manner. However, that team will not qualify for advancement to 2017 U.S. Nations Cup Interclub
Competition. No refund will be issued after the close of entries on April 1, 2015.
TEAM PHOTOS
All teams must submit a team photo by the entry deadline, April 20th, 2014, in order for the team
photo to be included and printed in the official program. Photos must be submitted by e-mail
[email protected] in the following format:
JPEG file of no greater than 300dpi named “<Team Name> <Level>.jpg”.
The email for the program book materials is: [email protected]. Any photos over 10MB
should be sent via www.wetransfer.com.
You will receive an automated email after sending in materials.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS
WRITTEN DESCRIPTION: The official competition program will contain a written description of the
performance, which must be provided by the team at the time of application to the competition as
part of the competition announcement. The description may not exceed 50 words in length.
NO AUDIO DESCRIPTION WILL BE ALLOWED
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CONTACT INFORMATION
YARMOUTH ICE CLUB CONTACTS:
General Chairman:
Donna Wunder, Email: [email protected] Phone: 508-237-7272,
Fax: 508-385-5031
General Co-Chairman:
Carolyn Pierce, , Email: [email protected] Phone: 508-7750565, Cell 508-776-9237, Fax 506-775-3388
Practice Ice:
Donna Wunder, , Email: [email protected] Phone: 508-2377272, Fax: 508-385-5031
Registration Info:
Carolyn Pierce, Email: [email protected] Phone: 508-775-0565,
Cell 508-776-9237, Fax 506-775-3388
Housing and Travel:
Kara Moss, Email: [email protected] Phone:781-837-8445,
Cell: 617-967-0923
U.S.FIGURE SKATING CONTACTS:
Chief Referee and National Vice Chair for Theatre On Ice: Judy Edmunds – [email protected]
Director, Skating Program-U.S. Figure Skating: Brenda Glidewell, [email protected]
719-635-5200 x 436
Chair, Theatrical Skating Committee: Roland Bassette - [email protected]
Chair, Competitions Committee: John Cole – [email protected]
Eastern Sectional Vice Chair, Competitions Committee: Allison Duarte – [email protected]
TRAVEL INFORMATION
Each team is responsible for its own transportation.
Air Travel - The Cape is located 80 miles south of Logan International Airport in Boston MA and 80
miles east of T. F. Green Airport in Providence RI. Plymouth & Brockton Bus www.p&b.com offers
hourly Boston to Hyannis transportation from all airline baggage claim areas at Logan International
Airport. This Logan Direct bus transportation runs from early morning to late night. ROUND TRIP
TICKETS FOR $47.00 ARE ONLY AVAILABLE ON THE BUS, PAYABLE IN CASH ONLY. Commuter bus
service is not available from T. F. Green Airport in Providence RI.
Cape Air www.capeair.com offers many daily connecting flights from Logan International Airport to
Barnstable Municipal Airport in Hyannis.
Jet Blue has daily commuter service from New York City (JFK) to Hyannis starting in June 2015
BUS RENTALS - Plymouth & Brockton Bus Company is the official team transportation coordinator for
the competition. Call Denise at 508-746-0378, or [email protected] for further transportation
information. Be sure to mention 2015 National TOI Competition.
IF DRIVING TO TKA - DO NOT FOLLOW GPS OR MAPQUEST DIRECTIONS NEITHER SOURCE HAS UPDATED
THE EXIT 9 INTERCHANGE. DIRECTION TO TONY KENT ARENA ARE ON PAGE 20 OR CHECK THE TOI
WEBSITE AT www.2015nationaltoi.com FOR CORRECT DIRECTIONS TO THE RINK
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2015 CHOREOGRAPHIC EXERCISE - ELEMENTS
Choreographic Elements (all three) should be present and integrated into the entire program.
Development of the elements in a variety ways will be rewarded. Elimination of an element should
reflect in the marks.
THEME - Dance from 1901-2000. 20th Century dance forms such as Jazz and Hip-Hop that use
percussive movements and sharp body isolations usually performed to percussive/rhythmic music.
The theme should consistently show this style throughout the piece.
CHOREOGRAPHIC PROCESS - Canon/Cannon: Repetition of a movement sequence by two or more
skaters in which each skater enters into the movement sequence at a different time. Ex: #1“Row Row
Row your boat…” #2 “Row Row Row your boat”.
BODY MOVEMENT/GESTURE - Percussive: Sharp, fast explosive movements.
2015 FREE SKATE RULES
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The Free Skate performance should be original, and express a theme, emotion or story.
Vocal music is allowed.
Teams may use costumes, props and scenery to enhance their performance. (See competition section
in this guidebook for more information on props and scenery)
There is no limit to the number of jumps allowed in a program. However, jumps must have a meaning
in relation to the theme and should not be gratuitous. Solo, pair, dance or synchronized elements also
must have meaning within the theme.
Skaters are permitted to leave the visible portion of the performance (i.e. such as behind a curtain or
piece of scenery), but must remain on the ice surface itself during the entire performance. All
participants must wear their skates on the ice at all times. No one can remain behind the scenery,
curtain or props for the entire performance they must be an integral part of the performance
Before the music is started the team must take a stationary position on the ice and a skater
must give a hand signal.
The team MUST provide a written description of the performance. The description should be no more
than 50 words in length and MUST be provided to the competition local organizing committee in the
local language.
Coaches may not direct, prompt, or otherwise communicate with the skaters during the
performance.
If the tempo or quality of the music is deficient, no restart may be made if a team member fails to
inform the referee within 30 seconds after the start. No restarts of the whole program are allowed,
except for deficient music.
No substitution of personnel will be permitted once the program has started. However, registered team
alternates may be substituted if the referee stops the teams program due to injury or equipment
problems.
All scenery and props must be present on the ice during the 2 minute warm up and remain on the ice
for the duration of the program. No scenery or props may be handed to a skater by coaches, parents
or spectators during the performance.
CROSSOVER RULE
No crossovers are permitted in any division (meaning skaters may not participate on two different
level teams during the same competition).
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EVENTS & LEVELS OFFERED FOR COMPETITION
When there are 18 or fewer entries in an event, qualifying rounds will not be held. The qualifying rounds will
consist of the Free Skate only.
SENIOR
Test, Team Size and Age Requirements
 Maximum Test qualifications as of December 1
 Minimum Test qualifications as of 45 days prior to the close of entries for National TOI
Competition
 100% must have must have passed the Preliminary or Adult Pre-Bronze MIF test
 More than 50% of the team must have passed the Juvenile or Adult Gold FS Test or higher
 Minimum of 8 skaters – maximum of 24 skaters
 No age restrictions
Program Duration
CE 2:30 +/- 10 seconds
Free Skate 5:30 +/- 15 seconds
JUNIOR
Test, Team Size and Age Requirements
 Maximum Test qualifications as of December 1
 Minimum Test qualifications as of 45 days prior to the close of entries for National TOI
Competition
 100% must have must have passed the Preliminary or Adult Pre-Bronze MIF test
 No more than 50% of the team may have passed the Juvenile or Adult Gold FS test or higher
 Minimum of 8 skaters – maximum of 24 skaters
 No age restrictions
Program Duration
CE 2:30 +/- 10 seconds
Free Skate 5:00 +/- 15 seconds
NOVICE
Test, Team Size and Age Requirements
 Test qualifications as of December 1
 Minimum Test qualifications as of 45 days prior to the close of entries for National TOI
Competition
 100% must have must have passed the Pre-preliminary MIF test
 No one on the team may have passed the Juvenile or Adult Gold FS test.
 80% of the team must be under age 15 as of December 1st of the competition year
 Minimum of 8 skaters – maximum of 24 skaters
 No skater may have reached the age of 19 as of December 1st of the competition year.
Program Duration
CE 2:30 +/- 10 seconds
FS 4:30 +/- 15 seconds
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ADULT
Test, Team Size and Age Requirements
 Minimum Test qualifications as of 45 days prior to the close of entries for National TOI
Competition
 100% of the team must have passed at least one US Figure Skating MIF, Freestyle, Dance or Pair
test (not including Basic Skills)
 100% of the team must have reached the age of 18 years as of the December 1, preceeding
the competition.
 Minimum of 8 skaters – maximum of 24 skaters
Program Duration
CE 2:30 +/- 10 seconds
Free Skate 5:30 +/- 15 seconds
PRELIMINARY
Test, Team Size and Age Requirements
 Maximum Test qualifications as of December 1
 Minimum of 8 maximum - of 24 skaters on team
 100% of the team must have mastered the skills of the Basic Skills Free Skate 1 badge test and
may not have passed any test higher than Pre-Preliminary MIF test.
 All skaters must be full members of U.S. Figure Skating. Age requirement as of December 1of
the preceding year: Skaters must be 17 years of age or under.
 Props are not allowed. Costumes may be worn .
Program Duration
CE 2:00 +/- 10 seconds
Free Skate 2:30+/- 10 seconds
OPEN
Test, Team Size and Age Requirements
 Test qualifications as of 45 days prior to the close of entries for National TOI Competition
 Minimum of 8 skaters and Maximum of 20 skaters on a team
 100% of the team must have passed at least one US Figure Skating Moves in the Field test
Freestyle, Dance or Pair test (not including Basic Skills)
 Minimum of 8 skaters – maximum of 20 skaters
 No age restrictions
Program Duration
CE 2:30 +/- 10 seconds
Free Skate 5:00 +/- 15 seconds
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SPECIAL OLYMPICS/THERAPEUTIC SKATING
Test, Team Size and Age Requirements.
 Must be members of U.S. Figure Skating or a registered U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills member
 100% of the team must have passed Special Olympics 1-5 and/or the Therapeutic Skating
badges 1-5 and/or have mastered Special Olympics Levels 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6.
 May have up to one mentor on the ice per skater on the team
 Mentors must be listed on the Special Olympics / Therapeutic Skating TOI team rosters
 The Crossover Rule (stated on page 6) does not apply to other team skaters mentoring the
Special Olympics / Therapeutic Skating TOI teams
 If a skater falls and needs attention or help getting up, a mentor should be allowed to help
them off so team can continue
 Minimum of 8 skaters - maximum of 14 skaters on a team
 Props may be used (including walkers for skaters if needed). Many skaters use chairs or walkers
for support so let them be props.
 No Scenery
 Costumes may be worn (this is the best part for the skaters)
Program Duration
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No CE program for the Special Olympics / Therapeutic Skating level
Free Skate 2:30+/- 10 seconds
PRACTICE ICE
NO TEAM MAY PURCHASE PRACTICE ICE FROM ANY OTHER VENDOR. ONLY PRACTICE ICE SOLD
BY THE YARMOUTH ICE CLUB WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR USE BY PARTICIPATING TEAMS STARTING
JUNE 16, 2015.
**TEAMS NOT STAYING AT THE PARTICIPATING HOTEL LIST IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE
CHARGED $375.00 FOR EACH UNOFFICIAL PRACTICE SESSION.
All official practice ice will be assigned by event group. All teams in an event will practice in the
same block of time.
OFFICIAL PRACTICE ICE:
One official 10 minute practice session for CE and one 12 minute for FS will be assigned in the official
rink and is included in the entry fee. Music for the assigned session will be played once during each
session.
UNOFFICIAL PRACTICE ICE: - $300.00** / 25 minute session. Location: Tony Kent Arena
NO SCENERY WILL BE ALLOWED ON UNOFFICIAL PRACTICE ICE.
Unofficial practice session will be available during the competition (June 18th – 21st )
Tony Kent Arena, South Gage’s Way, So. Dennis MA.
GPS AND GOOGLE DIRECTIONS TO TONY KENT ARENA ARE INCORRECT. BE SURE TO FOLLOW
DIRECTIONS IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT (page 20) OR ON THE WEBSITE,
BOOK EARLY - All sessions will be will be assigned on a first come pay basis. Payment of $300**
per 25 minute sessions must be included with entry form.
Additional unofficial practice sessions will be available at the HYCC on June 16 and 17.
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MUSIC
Upon registration, teams are to turn in their competition CDs (Only standard format - no rerecordable CD-RW discs). Each CD must have only one program on it starting at beginning of the
CD. CD’s must be clearly identified with:
All teams must have a back-up CD available at rink side. CD’s must be picked up at Registration
following the event. NO CD’S WILL BE MAILED. A separate CD must be brought to all practices.
MEETINGS
Please visit the LOC www.2015nationaltoi.com websites for notices of seminars or meetings. Before
the event, the LOC website will serve as the Official Bulletin Board. During the competition, there
will be an Official Bulletin Board located near the registration table which will contains all important
information and updates. Check this often for up-dates and changes. Please remember all
schedules are tentative until someone steps on the ice to skate.
SCHEDULE
The competition schedule and official practice ice will be posted on the U.S. Figure Skating website
and the LOC website www.2015nationaltoi.com approximately 30 days from the close of entries.
Do not assume days of competition and please note that the specific competition dates are
tentative and may change based upon the final entry numbers following the close of entries.
When making air reservations, please double check with the LOC competition chairs as to whether
the referee has a draft schedule available.
JUDGING INFORMATION
JUDGING SYSTEM: The 6.0 judging system will be used for all events. All events will use the closed
marking system. Only TOI certified judges will be used for these events. The event referee’s
interpretation of the rules will be final.
JUDGES LOCATION: The judges’ will be located on the top row of the arena directly behind the
audience viewing stands.
SEATING LOCATION: Seating is on two sides of the arena. Teams may orientate scenery and
performance to the audience and judges accordingly. See attached arena diagram on
page 20.
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DRAW
There will be no Open Draw.
REGISTRATION
The registration desk will open at 12:00 PM on Wednesday June 17, 2015, and will remain open
throughout the competition and practice ice hours. The registration table will be clearly marked and
located just inside the main entrance of The Hyannis Youth and Community Center.
ONLY TEAM MANAGERS are to register the team. Music must be turned in and team rosters will be
confirmed. The official bulletin board for all official notices will be in the lobby of HYCC.
COACHES REGISTRATION
Upon arrival, only 2 coaches per team may check in at the registration desk and must show proof of
membership in U.S. Figure Skating and PSA, and CER Category B certified compliant in order to
receive a credential.
IF YOU ARE NOT REGISTERED WITH BOTH ASSOCIATIONS AND IN FULL COMPLIANCE, YOU WILL NOT BE
GIVEN A CREDENTIAL FOR THE NATIONAL THEATRE ON ICE COMPETITION. NO EXCEPTIONS!
ONLY 2 COACHES WILL BE ALLOWED DOWNSTAIRS IN THE COMPETITORS AREA AND AT RINK SIDE
DURING THE COMPETITION. THEY MUST HAVE AN “ALL ACCESS CREDENTIAL” IN ORDER TO BE ALLOWED
IN THESE AREAS.
As a reminder, coaches are required to carry their U.S. Figure Skating “Coaches Registration Card”
with them to all U.S. Figure Skating-sanctioned events. Evidence of CER compliance should also be
carried as a precaution. This information should be treated similar to a driver's license; you may not
always need to show it, but a coach must be able to present it upon request.
**Make sure all coach’s names listed on entryeeze entry forms are spelled the same way they are on
their U.S. Figure Skating and PSA CER coach compliance forms and coach registration materials.
CREDENTIALS
Competitors - All skaters and alternates listed on roster will receive “ALL ACCESS” credentials.
Team Manager – 1 Team Manager per team will receive an “ALL ACCESS” credential
Coach or Choreographer - 2 credentials per team will be issued “ALL ACCESS” credentials.
Scenery Crew – 2 crew members per team will receive “SCENERY AREA” credentials for the Tent
area at HYCC.
ONLY “ALL ACCESS” CREDENTIALS HOLDERS ARE ALLOW TO THE LOWER/LOCKER AREA OF THE ARENA.
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TICKETS
All Event Tickets purchased in advance
All event tickets purchased at the door
Daily Tickets purchased at door only
$60.00
$70.00
$20.00
ADVERTISING
Opportunities are available for teams to wish their skaters “Good Luck” in the official program for
the 8th National Theatre on Ice Competition. Good Luck Ad templates are available, or create
your own custom ad. See attached form.
The email for the program book materials is: [email protected]. Any photos over 10MB
should be sent via www.wetransfer.com.
AWARDS
Certificates of participation will be awarded to members of all teams.
Medals will be awarded to each team member for 1st through 4th place in each event.
An award schedule will be post on the website shortly after the entry deadline. Final placement is
determined by the combination of marks for the CE and FS in all divisions. SPECIAL CREATIVE
AWARDS will also be presented.
There will be no awards for exhibitions
CRITIQUES
There will be no critiques for the National competition
ICE RINK SETUP
CURTAIN: This year there will be no curtain used during the event.
RINK ACCESS: The rink will be accessible by team members from the left access door, with exit being
the right access door (left to the skaters exiting the ice surface). Scenery and Props will be available
at the Scenery Entrance at the west end of the arena.
LIGHTING: Standard rink lighting will be used for all events. No spotlights or special lighting will be
permitted.
Note: Rink Diagrams and Information (page 20) is purely for guidance and should not be considered
as accurate.
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LOCKER ROOMS & TEAM PICTURES
Locker rooms are located on the bottom floor of the Rinks. Only persons with “all access credentials”
will have access to the downstairs area for the Arena. Teams will be assigned a locker room for
official practice ice and competition with specific times for entry and departure.
Makeup and hair must be done prior to entering the locker room. Changing in the public rest room
is not permitted.
Pictures of each team will be taken after their Free Skate portion of the competition. A monitor
volunteer will direct the teams to the picture location. Pictures will not be taken after the CE.
SCENERY, PROPS AND COSTUMES
All teams must be aware of U.S. Figure Skating 2014 TOI Guidelines and Rules. These can be found in
the Resource Box on the Theatre on Ice page at http://www.usfigureskating.org/Programs.asp?id=49.
SCENERY/PROPS STORAGE: Storage space under tents is available for purchase. The scenery will be
sit on the ground under large tents at the rear of HYCC.
The rental fee is $50.00 for 5 X 10 or $100.00 for 10 X 10 and must be purchased on Entryeeze by the
entry deadline.
SCENERY AND PROPS:
Scenery and Props may be used in the Free Skate ONLY. The use of scenery and/or props are not
mandatory.
 Scenery may not be more than 7 feet 6 inches in height (2.3 meters).
 All scenery will be portable and not require any mechanical means for transportation (i.e.
forklift, etc) its movement will be the responsibility of the team.
 For insurance reasons no propulsion devices will be permitted. This includes items such as
cannons as well as trampolines.
 Props may be placed on the ice at the designated prop door by the Team’s Prop Crew,
skaters must pick up props from this position.
 Skaters may not step off the ice. 0.1 deduction will be taken
 All scenery must be placed on the ice by the Members of the Team’s Prop Crew.
 Members of the Team’s Prop Crew may NOT set foot on the ice, if this happens, a 0.1
deduction will be taken.
 Once the scenery is assembled, it must fit in either a 5 x10 sq ft area or a 10 x10 square ft. area
in the designated storage area of the competition. Space depends on size purchased
 The use of smoke, fire, liquids, live animals or any substance that may harm the ice surface
and/or skaters is not permitted
 Storage fees for PROPS will be in effect $50.00 (5X10) and $100.00 (10X10) will be charged.
 No mirrors or glass of any kind is allowed on the ice.
 Oversized scenery, TRAMPOLINES OR OTHER SUCH APPARATUS USED TO ASSIST SKATERS
JUMPING INTO THE AIR IS NOT PERMITTED. If these are used, a 0.2 deduction will be taken
 Skaters will have two-minutes from the time the team is announced to set-up any scenery and
get in their starting position. Skaters may use any or all of this two minute period to warm-up. A
0.1 deduction will be taken. The ice-referee will monitor the set-up of any scenery and report
any violations of the time allotment to the event referee. A 0.1 deduction will be taken
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All skaters must take the ice at the same time and be ready for the start of the 2 minute warmup/set-up and all skaters must remain on the ice for the duration of the program. Skaters may
appear and disappear behind scenery or props, but may not leave the ice until the
completion of the program.
An announcement will be made after 1 minute has elapsed. Another announcement will be
made when 30-seconds are remaining. At the 2 minute mark, an announcement is made that
set up time is over. Set up must be complete and skaters must be in their starting position
before the 2 minute announcement is made. A 0.1 deduction will be taken for every 10
seconds over the time limit.
Scenery crew cannot step on the ice and skater cannot step off the ice.
SCENERY BREAKDOWN:
 At the completion of the performance, and after the team has taken their bows, teams will be
permitted two-minutes to remove all scenery. When removing the props from the ice the
Skaters may not step off the ice. A 0.2 deduction will be taken. Members of the Team’s Prop
Crew may NOT set foot on the ice. A 0.1 deduction will be taken.
 The ice referee will determine if all objects have been appropriately removed and will report
any violation to the event referee.
 Failure to remove all objects to the satisfaction of the ice or event referee by the two-minute
mark will result in a 0.1 deduction from each mark.
 There will be no timing announcements during the breakdown period.
COSTUMES: Costumes must be in accordance with U.S. Figure Skating Rules and Guidelines for
Theatre on Ice.
Bobby-pins, feathers or anything that may fall to the ice and be hazardous to the skaters are not
allowed. Hair and ornaments must be secure. A 0.1 deduction for any violations will be taken.
CHANGING IN THE PUBLIC RESTROOMS IS NOT PERMITTED.
All expenses incurred for scenery transportation or storage (prior to/after the competition date) are
the responsibility of the Team. All scenery must be out of the rink within 1 hour after the teams free
skate competition. AN ADDITIONAL FEE OF $100.00 will be assessed to teams who leave
scenery/props for the LOC or HYCC to dispose of as trash.
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ACCOMMODATIONS
IF A TEAM OPTS TO STAY AT A NON-PARTICIPATING HOTEL THEIR PRACTICE ICE FEE WILL BE $375.00 PER
SESSION.
The official and participating TOI hotels are listed below and on the website at
www.2015nationaltoi.com
HOTEL INFORMATION
2015 National Theatre on Ice Participating Hotels
It is most important that you contact the sales person that is listed with each
hotel for reservations.
Very important: Please book directly with hotels using contact information
provided below. Please do not use a booking site to book hotel rooms. Thank
you.
FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOT, HYANNIS, CAPE COD
Newly renovated opening in spring 2015
Address: 867 Iyannough Road (Route 132)
Hyannis, MA 02601
Phone: 508-771-6100
Website: www.HyannisKHC.com
Hotel features 125 Guest Rooms, Double Queen Rooms, King Rooms & Suites.
Business Center, Corner Market, Meeting Room, Pool & Fitness Area,
Complimentary Breakfast Area
Free High Speed Internet.
Holiday Inn Hyannis
Address: 1127 Route 132, Hyannis, MA 02610
Website: www.holidayinn.com/hyannisma
Contact: Kelly Cass [email protected]
Phone: 508-775-1153; 508-815-2146 (Direct)
Rate: $149 plus tax – 2 Double Beds (Please contact Kelly Cass to secure your group arrangements)
Breakfast: Restaurant On-Site
Distance: 1.8 miles
Amenities: Minutes from Hyannis Youth and Community Center. Restaurant, lounge, indoor pool, business
center. Well-appointed and comfortable guestrooms.
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Comfort Inn
Address: 1470 Iyannough Road ( Route 132), Hyannis, MA 02601
Website: www.comfortinn.com/hotels/ma003
Contact: Cynthia Ostrom [email protected]
Phone: 508-771-4147
Rate: $95-00-$125.00 – please call Sales contact for these rates.
Breakfast: Breakfast Included
Amenities: Indoor heated swimming pool / Whirlpool and Sauna
All rooms have flat screen TV’s, coffee makers, irons and ironing boards
Enjoy a complimentary deluxe continental breakfast each morning!
The Corsair & Cross Rip Oceanfront
Address: 41 Chase Avenue, Dennis Port, MA 02639
Website: www.corsaircrossrip.com
Contact: Mark Downey [email protected]
Phone: 508-398-6600
Rate: $115 plus tax – Superior or Deluxe
Breakfast: Restaurant On-Site
Distance: 3-10 miles
Amenities: Oceanfront/Beachfront family resort with indoor and outdoor pools, whirlpools and BBQ grills. All
rooms include two queen beds, full appliance kitchenettes, 32″LCD/DVD BlueRay Players. Complimentary cold
breakfast buffet, wifi, HBO and dvd rentals. Fantastic Staff and rated #1 by travel websites! Weekend rate is
$155.
Cape Cod Family Resort
Address: 512 Main Street, West Yarmouth, MA 02673
Website: www.capecodfamilyresort.com
Contact: Catherine Watson [email protected]
Phone: 508-771-0101
Rate: $169 plus tax – 2 Double Beds
Breakfast: Restaurant On-Site
Distance: 8 miles
Amenities: 4 Complimentary Cape Cod Inflatable Park Passes
Clarion Inn Cape Cod – Limited Avaliabilty
Address: 1199 Route 28, South Yarmouth, MA 02664
Website: www.clarioncapecod.com
Contact: Chris Freeman [email protected]
Phone: 508-394-7600
Rate: $139 plus tax – Two Doubles
Breakfast: Breakfast Included
Amenities: Mid-Cape Location. Indoor/Outdoor heated pools, sauna, jacuzzi. complimentary breakfast buffet
each morning. Business Center, game room, fitness facility. 24-Hour marketplace
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Tidewater Inn
Address: 135 Route 28, West Yarmouth, MA 02673
Website: www.tidewatercapecod.com
Contact: Voula Nikolakopoulos [email protected]
Phone: 508-775-6322
Rate: $89 plus tax – two double beds
Distance: 1.5 miles
Amenities: Centrally located, minutes to Hyannis, large comfortable rooms with fridges, picnic area, 2 pools,
hot tub, breakfast diner.
Hyannis Travel Inn – Limited Availablity
Address: 18 North St, Hyannis, MA 02601
Website: www.hyannistravelinn.com
Contact: Liam Monaghan [email protected]
Phone: 508-775-8200
Room type: Standard 2 Doubles Rate: $89.95+tax Sunday-Thursday and $99.95+tax on Friday and Saturday
based on double occupancy Breakfast: continental breakfast included Distance: 0.5 miles Amenities:
Complimentary continental breakfast, indoor heated pool and whirlpool, free Wi-Fi, walk to Hyannis Youth and
Community Center, Main Street and Hyannis Harbor
Cape Point Hotel
Address: 476 Main St, West Yarmouth, MA 02673
Website: www.capepointhotel.com
Contact: Susan Raynor [email protected]
Phone: 508-778-1500
Rate: $89 plus tax – Standard room w/2 queen beds
Distance: 5 miles
Amenities: Rooms with 2 queen beds, breakfast Cafe, exercise room, glass elevator, bar, salt water generated
indoor pool, free WIFI, outdoor pool and cabana. Walk to restaurants and shops]
Yarmouth Resort
Address: 343 Main Street, Yarmouth, MA 02673
Website: www.yarmouthresort.com
Contact: Sylvie C. Moore
Phone: 508-775-5155
Rate: $99 plus tax – 2 Double BedsDistance: 5 miles
Amenities: See website
DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Cod
Address: 287 Iyannough Road ( Route 132), Hyannis, MA 02610
Website: www.capecod.doubletree.com
Contact: Elisha Upton [email protected]
Phone: 508-771-1700; 508-790-5141(direct)
Rate: $169 plus tax – 2 Double Beds
Breakfast: Restaurant On-Site
Distance: 2 miles Amenities: Contemporary, comfortable, full service DoubleTree by Hilton hotel, located
minutes from the TOI event. Room rate is based upon availability and is subject to change.
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Bayside Resort Hotel – Limited Availability –block release date 1/15/15
Address: 225 Route 28, West Yarmouth, MA 02673
Website: www.baysideresort.com
Contact: Andrea Cummings [email protected]
Phone: 508-775-5669 x 451
Rate: $160 plus tax – Deluxe Queens Two nights required Friday & Saturday
Breakfast: Breakfast Included
Distance: 2 Miles from HYCC, 9 miles from Tony Kent Rink
Amenities: Indoor Pool / Hot Tub /Fitness Center, Poolside Pub
Hampton Inn & Suites Cape Cod
Address: 99 Main Street, West Yarmouth, MA 02673
Website: www.capecodwestyarmouthsuites.hamptoninn.com
Contact: Brenna Sullivan [email protected]
Phone: 508-862-9010
Rate: $179 plus tax – 2 Double Beds
Breakfast: Breakfast included
Amenities: FREE Hot Breakfast, Free internet, Indoor Pool with Whirlpool Spa, Outdoor Pool with mini Bar and
Grill, Fitness Center. We also have an Arcade Room, guests Laundry, Suite Shop, Crash Bar and FREE
SHUTTLE SERVICE!
Riviera Beach Resort
Address: 327 South Shore Drive, Yarmouth, MA 02664
Website: www.redjacketresorts.com/riviera-beach-resort.php
Contact: Laura Perry [email protected]
Phone: 800-277-7900
Rate: $179 plus tax -1 King or 2 Queen Beds
Breakfast: Restaurant On-Site
Distance: Approx. 7-15miles
Amenities: Ocean Front Resort with private beach, indoor / outdoor pools, dining room and lounge on-site.
Inn at Swan River – Limited Avaliabilty
Address: 829 Main Street Route 28, West Dennis, MA 02670
Website: www.innatswanriver.com
Contact: Jamie Donahue [email protected]
Phone: 800-628-0498
Rate: $139-149 plus tax -1 King or 2 Queen BedsDistance: Approx. 8 miles
Amenities: see website
Hyannis Harbor Hotel
Address: 213 Ocean Street, Hyannis, MA 02601
Website: www.hyannisharborhotel.com
Phone: 508-775-4420
Rate: $99-209 plus tax – Standard Rooms , Harbor Front Rooms – rates change FRI-SAT
Amenities: http://www.hyannisharborhotel.com/ For reservations made 4 nights or more, the parking fee of
$15.00 (per day) will be waived.
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Ocean Mist Beach Hotel & Suites
Address: 97 South Shore Drive, So Yarmouth, MA 02601
Website: http://www.oceanmistcapecod.com/
Contact: Nicole Valentine [email protected]
Phone: 508-775-4420 press 3 for sales
Rate: $119-239 plus tax – rate charge Fri-Sat
Amenities: Courtyard Standard Rooms, Pool View Rooms, Ocean Bi-Level Loft Rooms
Ambassador Inn & Suites
Address: 1314 Main Street, South Yarmouth, MA 02664
Website: www.goambassadorinn.com
Contact: Peter Patel [email protected]
Phone: 508-394-4000
Rate: $114 plus tax – Superior Room with Two Full Size Beds
Breakfast: Free Deluxe Breakfast
Distance: 2 miles
Amenities: Free Deluxe Continental Breakfast, Free WiFi, Free Coffee, 32′ LCD Tvs, Indoor Heated Pool with
Sauna and Hot tub with outdoor Pool, All Non Smoking Property with Serta Quality bedding and much more.
Heritage House Hotel - 259 Main Street, Hyannis, MA
Phone: 508-775-7000
Website: http://www.heritagehousehotel.com/
Contact: Christopher Daale
[email protected]
Rate: $149.00 (complimentary breakfast up to 2 per room)
Description: Located on Main Street in the heart of Hyannis, the Heritage House Hotel is conveniently located
only 0.5 mile to the Kennedy Ice Arena. We would love to host your team for the Theater on Ice competition in
June. Please call the hotel directly to make your reservations at 1-800-352-7189 and refer to Theater on Ice to
receive these great rates.
SOLD OUT HOTELS:
CAPE CODDER RESORT & SPA – EVENT HOST HOTEL – SOLD OUT
Address: 1225 Iyannough Road, Hyannis, MA 02601
Website: www.capecodderresort.com
Contact: Hope Gaglio [email protected]
Phone: 508-568-2952
Rate: $189 plus tax – Run of the House
pool
The Resort & Conference Center at Hyannis – SOLD OUT
Address: 35 Scudder Avenue, Hyannis, MA 02601
Website: www.capecodresortandconference.com
Contact: Cindy Kaladin [email protected]
Nancy [email protected]
Phone: 508-862-6920
Rate: $160 plus tax – Run of House
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HYCC 1ST FLOOR PLAN
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YARMOUTH ICE CLUB EVENTS
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
HYANNIS YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTER, 141 Bassett Ln, Hyannis MA 508-790-6345
CAPE CODDER RESORT & SPA, 1225 Iyannough Rd, (Rte 132), Hyannis MA 02601, 508-568-2952
FAIRFIED INN & SUITES, 867 Iyannough Rd, (Rte 132), Hyannis MA 02601
TONY KENT ARENA, 8 So. Gages Way, Dennis MA 508-760-2415 ext.10 (Practice Rink) GPS DIRECTION
TO HYANNIS YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTER (HYCC) FROM CAPE COD CANAL
1. Take Rte 6 east to exit 6
2. Bear right at end of ramp onto Rte 132 (Iyannough Rd)
th
3. Bear right at 4 light onto Bearse’s Way (Cape Codder Resort on right)
4. Travel through light at Rte 28 to roundabout
st
5. Take 1 right off roundabout into HYCC parking lot
TO CAPE CODDER RESORT & SPA FROM CAPE COD CANAL
1. Take Rte 6 east to exit 6
2. Bear right at end of ramp onto Rte 132 (Iyannough Rd)
th
3. Just before the 4 light Cape Codder Resort & Spa on right.
TO FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES FROM CAPE COD CANAL
1. Take Rte 6 east to exit 6
2. Bear right at end of ramp onto Rte 132 (Iyannough Rd)
th
3. Just after the 6 light Fairfield Inn & Suites is on the right.
TO HYCC FROM CAPE CODDER RESORT & SPA
1. Take RIGHT out of hotel onto Bearse’s Way
2. Travel through light at Rte 28 to roundabout
st
3. Take 1 right off roundabout into HYCC parking lot
TO HYCC FROM FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES
1. Take right out of hotel onto Iyannough Rd (Rte 132).
2. At first light make a U_Turn
3. At next light take left onto Independence Rd
4. At next light iake a left onto Bearse’s Way
5. Travel through light at Rte 28 to roundabout
st
6. Take 1 right off roundabout into HYCC parking lot
TO TONY KENT ARENA (practice rink) FROM CAPE CODDER RESORT & SPA– GPS INCORRECT
1. Take left out of Hotel onto Iyannough Rd. (Rte 132)
2. Travel about 1-2 miles through 3 stoplights
3. Take right entrance ramp onto Rte 6 EAST (toward Provincetown)
4. Take Rte 6 east to exit 9A (about 11 miles)
nd
5. Take left at 2 traffic light onto Theophilis Smith Rd
6. Take right a stop sign
7. Tony Kent Arena on left
TO TONY KENT ARENA (practice rink) FROM HYCC
1. Follow directions from Cape Codder Resort & Spa
TO HYANNIS YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTER FROM TONY KENT ARENA
1. Take right out of Rink parking lot
st
2. Take left at 1 stop sign
st
3. Take right at 1 stop light onto Rte 134
4. Travel about ½ mile
5. Take Rte 6 EAST toward Hyannis
6. Take exit 6
7. Take left at end of exit ramp onto Rte 132
th
8. Bear right at 5 light onto Bearse’s Way
9. Travel through light at Rte 28 to roundabout
st
10. Take 1 right off roundabout into HYCC parking lot
MAIN ST HYANNIS FROM HYCC
st
1. Exit HYCC take 1 RIGHT off roundabout onto Bassett Lane
2. Travel through stop sign ( Stevens St) and stoplight (North St)
3. Take RIGHT at end of Bassett Lane onto Main St (one way traveling west -South St travels east one way.
nd
nd
4. Harbor and beaches take right off South St at 2 light Harbor and beaches take right off South St at 2 light
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2015 NATIONAL THEATRE ON ICE
Yarmouth Ice Club
June 18-21, 2015 - Hyannis, MA
TEAM ENTRY FORM
PleaseNote: A separate entry form MUST be submitted for each team.
Team Name
Team Level:
___Preliminary
___Novice
___Junior
___Senior
___Adult
___Open ___Special Olympics/ Therapeutic Skating
Club Name
Club Address:
Street
City, State, Zip
Official Contact /Team
Manager
Address:
Street
City, State, Zip
Phone & Fax #
Cell Phone
E-mail
Cape Cod Hotel
Home:
Fax:
Team Arrival Date
Coach:
Name must be spelled the same as on
their USFS & PSA CER compliance
forms and registration
Coaches Cell #
Choreographer:
Choreographer Cell #
Subject of Free Skate
Selected Music
Number of Participants Team:
Alternates:
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2015 NATIONAL THEATRE ON ICE
Yarmouth Ice Club
June 18-21, 2015 - Hyannis, MA
TEAM ROSTER
PLEASE NOTE: A separate form must be used for each team.
Type or print clearly and list all skaters and alternates in
alphabetical order.
Use additional sheet if necessary.
SKATER’S NAME
BIRTH
DATE
MIF
FS
test passed
test passed
USFS #
SO/TS
MENTOR’S NAME
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2015 NATIONAL THEATRE ON ICE
Yarmouth Ice Club
June 18-21, 2015 - Hyannis, MA
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION FORM
Type or print clearly
Description of CE Performance – 50 words or less (attach additions sheet if necessary)
Description of FS Performance – 50 words or less (attach additions sheet if necessary)
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2015 NATIONAL THEATRE ON ICE
Yarmouth Ice Club
June 18 - 21, 2015 - Hyannis, MA
SCENERY / PROP STORAGE SPACE
RENTAL FORM
Team Name
Contact Name
Phone
Home:
E-mail
Arrival Date:
Cape Cod
Hotel
Crew Member
Name
Crew Member
Name
Size & Price
Cell:
$50.00 - 5X10
$100.00 – 10X10
______ # of 5X10 spaces @ $50.00
$__________
______ # of 10X10 spaces @ $100.00
$__________
Total Amount Due
$__________
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2015 THEATRE ON ICE NATIONAL COMPETITION
VERY TENATIVE SCHEDULE
JUNE 18 - 21, 2015
TUESDAY - 6/16/15
Unofficial Practice - HYCC
SATURDAY - -6/20/15
TONY KENT ARENA
Unofficial Practice Ice
WEDNESDAY - 6/17/15
HYCC-BUTLER RINK
Unofficial Practice - HYCC
Limited Unofficial Practice Ice
Unoffficial Practice - TKA
HYCC-KENNEDY RINK
Special Olympics - Official Ice
THURSDAY - 6/18/15
TONY KENT ARENA
Unofficial Practice
HYCC -BUTLER RINK
Preliminary CE Official Prac. Ice
Novice CE Official Practice Ice
Adult CE Official Practice Ice
Novice FS Official Practice Ice
ADULT CE Competition
NOVICE FS Competition
SPECIAL OLYMPICS FS - Competition
NOVICE CE Competition
SUNDAY - 6/21/15
HYCC-BUTLER RINK
HYCC -KENNEDY RINK
Unofficial Practice Ice
Open CE Official Practice Ice
HYCC-KENNEDY RINK
OPEN CE Competition
Junior CE Official Practice Ice
Senior CE Official Practice Ice
Adult FS Official Practice Ice
Junior FS Official Practice Ice
Senior FS Official Practice Ice
Coaches Meeting
ADULT FS - Competition
FRIDAY - 6/19/15
TONY KENT ARENA
JUNIOR FS - Competition
PRELIMINARY CE Competition
Unofficial Practice Ice
HYCC -BUTLER RINK
Preliminary FS Official Prac. Ice
SENIOR FS - Competition
AWARDS
Novice, Junior, Senior, Adults
Special Olympics
Preliminary FS Competition
Unoffical Practice Ice
SPECIAL NOTICE
AWARDS - Open/Novice
This is a STRICKLY TENTATIVE
schedule and will most likely change
according to the number of entries
received. A final tentative schedule
will be posted on the website at
Unoffical Practice Ice
HYCC-KENNEDY RINK
Open FS Official Practice Ice
OPEN FS Competition
JUNIOR CE Competition
SENIOR CE Competition
www.2015nationaltoi.com
as soon as possible after the 4/15/15
deadline
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