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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