Skate Canada-Eastern Ontario Skating Programs Skater Technical Assessment Recognition NOVEMBER 21ST, 2014 INVISTA CENTRE, KINGSTON Skate Canada-Eastern Ontario Skating Programs portfolio has re-invented the Program previously known as JumpStart. The new initiative Skater Technical Assessment Recognition Program will still be in line with LTAD but will also comply with Skate Canada STAR 2 to 5 performance standards. The format and name have been changed to provide young skaters with an opportunity to develop over 2 to 3 seasons resulting in moving forward to compete in Pre-Juvenile and Juvenile categories. During the three phases over each season, depending on registration numbers, a group of skaters will be chosen to move forward into Phase 2 and 3 based on overall assessment and observation. PHASE ONE: • • • • • • As before this program will begin in November running simultaneously with the Youth Competitive Development Program (formerly Youth Camp). There will be a limit of 50 skaters initially, first come first serve. Unlike previous years Phase One of the program at INVISTA will be a whole day NOT a half day. Criteria – Skaters should be committed to taking part in STAR 2 to 5 event categories for the 2014/15 Season, therefore should have a program to music within the STAR 2 to 5 Technical Package/Guidelines for this season (posted on the Skate Canada Info site (Link: https://info.skatecanada.ca/hc/en-ca/articles/203332210-STAR-1-5-Technical-Package ) – dated th October 6 , 2014). st In the ONLINE Entry Form you will be asked to choose which category your skater will take part in on November 21 , 2014 (i.e., STAR 2, 3, 4 or 5) based on their ability. Test and Age Criteria – no exceptions will be made regarding the age or test criteria. Skaters (male or female) should be st under 10 as of July 1st, 2014. Skaters (male or female) must comply with the Test criteria as of November 1 , 2014 as set th out in the Skate Canada Technical Package for STAR 2 to 5 posted on the Members Only website (dated October 6 , 2014). Where possible skaters will be grouped by age/category. For information on Presenters please see attached Bio Information Sheet. BREAKDOWN OF PHASE ONE: • • • • • • As with previous seasons the first session for skaters will consist of an On Ice Portion with skaters reviewing the Technical Elements for STAR 2 to 5. The skaters will be broken down into groups and work with our Panel of top-level EO Coaches. Skaters Coaches will not be allowed on the ice at this time. In the afternoon skaters will take part in a STAR 2 to 5 simulation competition event before trained Officials and will receive an Assessment/Report Card. (Remember to bring skaters music) Skaters will also participate in Off-ice sessions of fitness and/or dance Skaters and Coaches will have an opportunity to take part in an on-ice seminar with the Guest presenter for the Youth Competitive Development Program. If time permits a Parent Information session may be offered. st At the end of the day on November 21 the EO Team of Presenters, Technical Director and Officials will choose 25 to 30 skaters who will then be invited to take part in Phase Two. The Skaters chosen will be notified immediately thereafter by email. 1|P a g e PHASE TWO: • • • th The Skaters chosen for Phase Two will be asked to participate in either 2015 Winter Skate in Whitby ( January 30 to Feb st th th 1 , 2015) or 2015 EOSIC in Nepean (February 13 to 15 , 2015) or both at their own expense. The chosen skaters from the Skater Technical Assessment Recognition Program who participate in either or both the above mentioned competitions will be monitored by our Technical Director and the coach, skater and parent will be given an opportunity for a one on one session during the event weekend. After both competitions have taken place and based on results, assessments and overall observation the group of skaters will be cut down to 15 to 20 skaters and they will be notified by email and invited to take part in Phase Three. PHASE THREE: • • • The final phase will consist of another Seminar for the 15 to 20 skaters to take place at the same time as 2015 Gloucester th th Spring Festival in Ottawa (April 10 to 12 , 2015). It will include another technical assessment and parent session as well as an opportunity to compete at Spring Festival at their own expense. Individual assessment with our Technical Director for Coach, Skater and Parent with a view to the next step in the cycle – Summer Competitions in the Pre-Juvenile category with a view, depending on summer results of being invited to participate in the 2015 Youth Competitive Development Program. REGISTRATION INFORMATION REGISTRATION FEE: $75 per skater Please note that Registration will be limited to 50 skaters (first come first serve). Prior to completing the ONLINE Registration Parents will need to consult with their Skaters Coach in order to ascertain which STAR Event the skater will be participating in on st November 21 , 2014 at the INVISTA Centre. Test and Age Criteria – no exceptions will be made regarding the age or test criteria. • Skaters (male or female) should be under 10 as of July 1st, 2014. st • Skaters (male or female) must comply with the Test criteria as of November 1 , 2014 as set out in the Skate Canada th Technical Package for STAR 2 to 5 posted on the Members Only website (dated October 6 , 2014) ONLINE REGISTRATION: • th All registrations must be completed online by Wednesday, November 12 , 2014 at 4 pm. It is important to note that once the deadline date and time has been reached online registration/payment will not be available. ONLINE REGISTRATION LINK: Karelo (14694) Register early! FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: ANN MONAGHAN EO SKATING PROGRAMS CHAIR EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 905-718-3537 2|P a g e Use your QR reader on your phone to register Skate Canada-Eastern Ontario Skating Programs Skater Technical Assessment Recognition NOVEMBER 21ST, 2014 INVISTA CENTRE, KINGSTON PRESENTERS Special Presenter—On-Ice Seminar—Technical Scott Davis Career Highlights: 1993 & 1994 U.S. Men's Figure Skating National Champion 1994 Winter Olympian ISU Technical Specialist Level III certified Figure Skating Coach Scott Davis is the 1993 & 1994 U.S. Men's Figure Skating National Champion. In 1994, he defeated 1988 Olympic gold medalist Brian Boitano to win the title. Davis represented the United States at the 1994 Winter Olympics, where he placed 8th. Known for his extraordinary spinning ability, Davis was coached by Kathy Casey in Colorado Springs and Galina Zmievskaya in Simsbury, Connecticut. After turning professional, he performed with Champions on Ice, Stars on Ice Japan, Feld Entertainment's 'Grease on Ice' and Ice Castle Theater's 'Footloose on Ice' with Nancy Kerrigan. After graduating from the University of Calgary with a degree in Biological Sciences, Scott began coaching full time. In 2007, Scott Davis became the Director of Skating at the Calalta Figure Skating Club. Scott is currently a Level III Certified coach and is the coach and trainer of Two-time Canadian Silver Medalist, World Team competitor and 2010 Olympian, Vaughn Chipeur. In addition, Scott is one of a select group of ISU Technical Specialists in the world and has served as an ISU Moderator in the education and training of fellow Specialists. Finally, Scott has been a member of various committees including the Calgary Sport Council, the Learning to Win Stage of Skate Canada's Long Term Athlete Development committee, and the United States Athlete Advisory Committee. On-Ice Technical Coaches Darlene Joseph Philosophy: I enjoy developing an athlete into the complete package: athletically, artistically, mentally and emotionally for the sport of figure skating. I continually enjoy learning and sharing my knowledge and passion for the sport with skaters of all levels. I motivate my skaters to achieve their personal best and enjoy the sport of which they are so passionate about. I am energized, enthusiastic and passionate and I strive to bring out the very best in each skater and to develop their fullest potential. Teaching Experience: 25 years Certification: NCCP Level 5, Level 3 Pairs Technical; Gold Level for CEP Area of Specialization: Singles - Freeskate, Skating Skills, Dance and Edge Development, Dance, Off-ice Jumping, Harness work and video analysis and CanSkate. 3|P a g e On-Ice Technical Coaches cont’d Derek Schmidt Personal Skating Achievements: 1996-2001 Canadian Championships competitor in Men's Singles 1995 Skate Canada Senior Competitive test in Singles 1993 Skate Canada Gold Freeskate and Gold Figure tests Number of Years Coaching: 14 years Certification: Skate Canada NCCP Level 3 Certified in singles; Skate Canada CanPowerSkate Certified; Skate Canada Technical Specialist Area of Specialization: Singles, Stroking, Skating Skills, Off-ice Jump, Pole Harness, Video Analysis, CanSkate Sharon Nixon Sharon Nixon (M.A., A.B.D.) is a full-time figure skating instructor. After skating professionally for one season Sharon began coaching fifteen years ago. Sharon has coached three National competitors and Provincial medalists in all disciplines. Sharon is the co-author of “Success for Skaters: A Yearly Planning Guide and Toolkit for skaters, parents and coaches” (2003) and a contributing author to Skate Canada/NCCP Level 2 Technical Manual for Coaches (2004). Sharon attended Can Skate University in 2012 and oversees the new CanSkate program at the FHHSC. In her spare time, Sharon continues to teach a variety of courses at the college level on a part-time basis and currently resides in Kingston, Ontario where she enjoys spending time with her husband Ron and two boys Elias and Milo. . On-Ice Coordinator Krista Cartwright Philosophy: To impart my love of skating onto my students, to ensure they have a safe, happy and healthy skating environment and to foster their self-confidence and instill a desire to be the best person/skater they can be. Teaching Experience: 10 years Certification: NCCP Level 1 – Skate Canada Primary STARSkate Certified; GOLD Level CEP; High Five Certified; First Aid & CPR Fitness for Figure Skating Tara McDougall Tara has been teaching at Minto SC for 22 years. She was a competitive skater at the Senior level with all her gold tests. Besides training skaters of all levels to the Provincial, Ontario Winter Games, Challenge and National championships, she has worked as a personal fitness trainer for skaters at the CanSkate, STARSkate, Competitive and Adult levels. It is not just about arriving at your destination; it is about the journey along the way. 4|P a g e Dance Dynamics Diego Arvelo Mr. Arvelo continued his education in dance, studying the techniques of such greats as Bob Fosse, Jerome Robbins, and Martha Graham. Since he came to Canada, he has furthered that training by studying R.A.D Ballet as well as C.D.T.A Jazz and Ballet, as well as Vaganova Ballet Technique. In May of 1998 he became a certified instructor for the British Association of Teachers of Dance (B.A.T.D). Mr. Arvelo has spent the majority of the last 20 years teaching ballet, jazz and lyrical jazz technique throughout Eastern Ontario and Western Canada, and in March of 2002 he opened the doors of D.A.D.X Dance Academy, where he served as the Artistic Director (2002-2008). With his vast experience in dance training and choreography, he offers an exceptional level of knowledge and expertise to his students. In 2004 Mr. Arvelo began yet another creative endeavor with the opening of the Brockville Youth Stage and Dance Company (20042008). His productions included The Wizard of Oz, Peter Pan, West Side Story, Oliver, Grease, and Disney’s Aladdin, each of which received outstanding reviews. He has also choreographed for the St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival in their production of “Much Ado About Nothing”. Mr. Arvelo has also worked as an instructor with the St. Lawrence College Musical Theatre program where he taught both jazz and partnering work, as well as modern technique. In April 2009, he was given the opportunity to choreograph their Broadway Style Musical, “Footloose”. 5|P a g e Skate Canada - Eastern Ontario Skating Programs Skater Technical Assessment Recognition 8:15 - 8:50 AM 9:00 - 10:00 10:15 - 11:15 11:30 - 12:15 PM Phase 1 – Kingston, Ontario Friday, November 21 ‘14 Registration Main Lobby *Please ensure to sign-in at Registration table by 8:50 AM – Sessions will start at 9:00 AM sharp* Skaters & Coaches prepare for on-ice and off-ice sessions On-ice: STAR 2-5 - Element Standards - Groups A & B Off-ice: “Dance Dynamics!” – Groups C & D Technical Panels: 1 (Jumps),2 (Spins),3 (Field Presenter: Diego Arvelo Movements) Room: Hall A Rink: Swish Break – 15 min Off-ice: “Dance Dynamics!” – Groups A & B On-ice: STAR 2-5 - Element Standards – Groups C & D Presenter: Diego Arvelo Technical Panel 1,2,3 Room: Hall A Rink: Swish Break – 15 min On-ice Seminar: Technical - Groups A & B Special Presenter: Scott Davis – World & Olympic Competitor and Coach Rink: Swish 12:15 – 1:00 1:15 – 2:30 2:45 – 4:00 Lunch – Groups A & B Break – 15 min On-ice: STAR Program Assessment & Report Cards Group A - Darlene Joseph (1:15 – 1:50) Group B – Derek Schmidt (1:50 – 2:30) Rink: Swish Break – 15 min Off-ice: Fitness for Figure Skating –Groups A & B Presenter: Tara McDougall Room: Fitness (C) Lunch – Groups C & D On-ice Seminar: Technical - Groups C & D Special Coach Presenter: Scott Davis – World & Olympic Competitor and Coach Rink: Swish Off-ice: Fitness for Figure Skating – Groups C & D Presenter: Tara McDougall Room: Fitness (C) On-ice: STAR Program Assessment & Report Cards Group C - Darlene Joseph (2:45 – 3:20) Group D - Derek Schmidt (3:20 – 4:00) Rink: Swish Break – 15 min Wrap-up / EO Development Program - What’s Next for Phase 2 and Phase 3 Room: Hall A & B Presenter: Ann Monaghan & Greg Rochefort 4:15 – 4:45 PM Information: STAR Program Assessment Skaters are to skate a program to music and will be assessed by a panel of Skate Canada Competition Officials in an event simulation environment. Please select on your entry form which STAR program level you will be skating at this event. Following your skated program you will receive your STAR program report card. STAR 2 STAR 3 STAR 4 STAR 5 - 1:00 or 1:30 minutes in length - 1:30 or 2:00 minutes in length - 1:30 or 2:00 minutes in length - 2:00 minutes in length Note: Please review the STAR Program required elements by accessing the Skate Canada Info Site 6|P a g e