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Brooklyn Figure Skating Club Presents 2013 Brooklyn Autumn Skills Basic Skills Competition Member of the 2013/2014 Ohio Basic Skills Series November 23 rd John Coyne Recreation Center Brooklyn, Ohio Application deadline: Postmarked by October 26 th 2013 Approved by the USFSA and the Basic Skills Competition Committee All forms can be found on: www.brooklynfsc.com
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Brooklyn Figure Skating Club Presents

2013 Brooklyn Autumn Skills Basic Skills Competition

Member of the 2013/2014 Ohio Basic Skills Series

November 23rd John Coyne Recreation Center

Brooklyn, Ohio

Application deadline: Postmarked by October 26th 2013

Approved by the USFSA and the Basic Skills Competition Committee

All forms can be found on:

www.brooklynfsc.com

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Ohio Basic Skills Series: This series consists of 5 local competitions (Brooklyn Autumn Skills, Euclid Celebrate Skating, Kent Skating for Skills, Strongsville Spring Fling, and Mentor Sunshine Invitational). Skaters have the opportunity to earn points for a final standing. The all around medals will be awarded at the end of series finale and ceremony. Visit www.clevelandskating.com after the event for your current standing.

• There will be no more than 6 skaters in a group. • Skaters will receive 3 points for each level they move up with a maximum of 6 points

received per season. • Points will be applied in the following way:

o The skater who places 1st will receive 6 points o The skater who places 2nd will receive 5 points o The skater who places 3rd will receive 4 points o The skater who places 4th will receive 3 points o The skater who places 5th will receive 2 points o The skater who places 6th will receive 1 point

If there is only 1 skater in the group then the maximum points given is 3. If there are 2 skaters in a group then the skater that places 1st will receive 3

points and the skater that places 2nd will receive 2 points. The skaters who accrue the most points will be awarded a final medal at

our award ceremony at the end of the series. Medals will be awarded for first through fourth place. Certificates will be awarded for the remaining participants.

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Brooklyn Figure Skating Club 2013

Brooklyn Autumn Skills Basic Skills Competition

HOSTED AND SPONSORED BY THE BROOKLYN FIGURE SKATING CLUB APPROVED BY THE USFSA and BASIC SKILLS COMPETITIONS COMMITTEE: #BFC 31851

Saturday November 23rd PURPOSE: The Brooklyn Figure Skating Basic Skills Competition wants to generate interest and encourage participation in the sport of figure skating among basic skill and entry level competitors. Chairman: Georgette Radesic (440) 237-3386 [email protected] Rules: The competition will be conducted in accordance with the rules set forth in the current edition of the US Figure Skating Rule Book 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. To be eligible, skaters must have submitted a membership application or be a member in good standing. Members of other organizations are eligible to compete but must be registered with the host Basic Skill Program/Club or any other Basic Skills Program/Club. Eligibility will be based on skill level as of closing date of entries. All SNOWPLOW SAM and BASIC SKILLS 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. ENTRIES: All entries must be postmarked by October 26th , 2013 or Midnight October 26th, 2013 if registering online. Late entries will be accepted only if room allows. If there are less than two (2) entries in any event, The Brooklyn Figure Skating Club reserves the right not to conduct the event. There will be separate events for boys and girls in the Pre-Preliminary and Preliminary compulsory and free skating events and Adult events, depending on the number of entries received. We reserve the right to combine or further divide any event. Skaters registering in two or more events must pay the highest 1st event fee, and then 2nd and 3rd event fees apply. Please review entry for completeness and correctness. Entry Fee:

GROUP 1ST EVENT Additional BASIC SKILLS $41.00 $20.00 BEGINNER THRU ADULT $56.00 $20.00 SOLO DANCE $41.00 $20.00

MAIL Entries to: Georgette Radesic 11124 Malvern Dr. North Royalton, Ohio 44133 Secure online registration and credit card payments online at www.brooklynfsc.com . Please Note: NO REFUNDS unless the event is canceled for lack of participation. There is a $25.00 fee for all paper applications and those submitted after the deadline and a $35.00 service charge assessed for processing a NSF check. Payment of the fee will be required before skater is allowed to participate in practice ice or events. No refunds will be issued after the closing date. Online registration convenience fee is not refundable for any reason.

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Approved by USFSA and the Basic Skills Competition Committee: #BFC 31851

Notification of competition and practice ice times will NOT be available by phone, mail or email. Skater and Coaches schedules will be available via the web at www.brooklynfsc.com. Facilities: The ice surface which will be used for the Brooklyn Basic Skills Competition is 200x85. The Brooklyn Recreation Ice Arena has dressing rooms, concessions and parking. The Brooklyn Figure Skating Club will provide a boutique and vendor tables. The facility is located at 7600 Memphis Ave. Brooklyn, Ohio. AWARDS: Everyone will receive an award. All events will be final rounds. Medals will be awarded to first, second, third places. Ribbons will be awarded for fourth place and beyond. ALL awards will be given at appropriate times throughout the competition. PRACTICE ICE: Practice ice will be held on Saturday November 23rd depending on the number of competition entries received. Skaters will be able to purchase practice ice sessions after the schedule is posted. Additional practice ice will be available for sale after those that pre-register for their sessions have chosen them. Rink size is 200x85 with slightly rounded corners. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: Will be posted on the Official Club Bulletin Board as well as the Brooklyn website, www.brooklynfsc.com, no later than four to five days prior to the competition. Please continue to check our web site for updates. REGISTRATION: On the day of the competition, all skaters must check in at the registration table in the lobby. Registration will be open one hour prior to the start of the competition. Skaters should be at the rink, checked in, and ready to compete one hour before their scheduled event. MUSIC: The music for all free skating programs must be provided on 10 minute cassette tapes or CD. The tape or CD is to be turned in at registration at least 1 hour before competition time. Competitors must have a spare cassette or CD at rink side to be used in case of technical difficulties. Tapes must be rewound and ready to play. Only one music track is to be recorded on CD or tape. No CD-RW. VIDEOTAPING AND PHOTOGRAPHY: You may videotape the competition as long as you are not directly blocking a passageway. Elevated seating is available. Flash cameras are NOT permitted. A professional photographer will be taking photographs. HOTELS: The following hotels are located in the area of the facility: Hampton Inn La Quinta Inn Cleveland Airport 4222 W 150th St. 10305 Cascade Crossing Cleveland, Ohio 44135 Brooklyn, Ohio 44144 (800) 804-6835 (216) 929-8400

Approved by USFSA and the Basic Skills Competition Committee:

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Learn To Skate Basic Skill Elements – Snowplow Sam through Basic 8 • 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). Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or “skate up” to one level higher

To be skated on 1/3 to 1/2 ice • No music • All elements must be skated in the order listed • Time: 1:00 max

Snowplow Sam (1-3): 1. March followed by a two foot glide and dip 2. Forward two foot swizzles 2 - 3 in a row 3. Forward snowplow stop 4. Backward wiggles 2 - 6 in a row

Basic 1: 1. Forward two foot glide and dip 2. Forward two foot swizzles 6 – 8 in a row 3. Forward snowplow stop 4. Backward wiggles 6- 8 in a row

Basic 2: 1. Forward one foot glide - either foot 2. Forward alternating ½ swizzle pumps, in a

straight line - 2-3 each foot 3. Moving snowplow stop 4. Two foot turn in place - forward to backward 5. Backward two foot swizzles 6 - 8 in a row

Basic 3: 1. Forward stroking 2. 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. Standstill forward outside 3-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. 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. Standstill forward inside three- turn - R & L 2. Bunny Hop 3. Forward spiral on a straight line - R or L 4. Lunge - R or L 5. T-stop - R or L

Basic 7: 1. Standstill forward inside open Mohawk - R to L

and L to R 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. Moving forward outside or forward inside three- turns R & L

2. Waltz jump 3. Mazurka - either direction 4. 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

5. Beginning one-foot upright spin - free foot held to side of spinning leg or crossed position - minimum three revolutions

Approved by USFSA and the Basic Skills Competition Committee:

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Compulsory Programs Freeskate 1-6 - No Music

• 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 with No music 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

Free skate 1 Compulsory 1. Advanced forward stroking - 4-6 consecutive 2. Backward outside three-turns R & L 3. One -foot upright scratch spin from backward

crossovers- minimum 3 revolutions 4. Waltz jump from backward crossovers 5. Half flip jump

Free skate 4 Compulsory 1. Forward power 3's, 2-3 consecutive sets - R or L 2. Sit spin- minimum 3 revolutions 3. Loop jump 4. Waltz jump/loop jump combination

Free skate 2 Compulsory 1. Forward outside or inside spiral - R or L 2. Waltz Three's - R or L, 2-3 sets 3. Beginning back spin - entry optional – minimum 2

revolutions 4. Waltz jump, side toe hop, waltz jump sequence 5. Toe loop jump

Free skate 5 Compulsory

1. Camel spin-minimum 3 revolutions 2. Forward upright spin to back upright spin-minimum 3

revolutions, each foot 3. Loop/loop jump combination 4. Flip jump

Free skate 3 Compulsory 1. Forward crossovers in a figure 8 2. Backward inside three-turns, R & L 3. Back spin- minimum 3 revolutions 4. Salchow jump 5. Waltz jump/toe loop or Salchow/toe loop jump

combination

Free skate 6 Compulsory 1. Five step Mohawk sequence - 1 set alternating pattern (refer to

Basic Skills Curriculum Free skate 6) 2. Camel, sit spin combination - minimum of 4 revolutions total 3. Split jump or stag jump 4. Waltz jump, ½ loop, Salchow jump sequence 5. Lutz jump

Basic Programs with Music – Snowplow Sam through Basic 8 Program

• 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. Skaters may compete at the highest level passed, or “skate up” one level higher.

• To be skated on full ice • Vocal music is allowed • The skater may use elements from a previous level. A .2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level • Time 1:00 +/- 10 seconds max

Snowplow Sam (1-3): 1. March followed by a two foot glide and dip 2. Forward two foot swizzles 2-3 in a row 3. Backward wiggles 2-6 in a row 4. Forward snowplow stop

Basic 1: 1. Forward two foot glide and dip 2. Forward two foot swizzles 6-8 in a row 3. Backward wiggles 6-8 in a row 4. Forward snowplow stop

Basic 2: 1. Forward one foot glide – either foot 2. Two foot turn in place – forward to backward 3. Backward two foot swizzles 6-8 in a row 4. Forward alternating ½ swizzle pumps, in a straight line- 2-3 each

foot 5. Moving snowplow stop

Basic 3: 1. Forward stroking 2. Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or

counter clockwise, 4-6 consecutive 3. Backward one foot glide - either foot 4. Forward slalom 5. Two foot spin-minimum 3 revolutions

Basic 4: 1. Forward crossovers 4-6 consecutive both directions 2. Standstill forward outside three- turn - R & L 3. Backward stroking- 4-6 strokes 4. Backward snowplow stop - R or L

Basic 5: 1. Backward crossovers 4-6 consecutive in both directions 2. Basic one-foot spin - free leg held to side of spinning leg-min

three revolutions 3. Side Toe hop -either direction 4. Hockey stop

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Basic 6: 1. Standstill forward inside three-turn - R & L 2. Bunny Hop 3. Forward spiral on a straight line R or L 4. Lunge - R or L 5. T-stop - R or L

Basic 7: 1. Standstill forward inside open Mohawk - R to L and L to R 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. Moving forward outside or forward inside three-turns, R and L 2. Waltz jump 3. Mazurka in either direction See next box →

4. 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

5. Beginning one- foot upright spin –free foot held to side of spinning leg or crossed position- minimum 3 revolutions

Freeskate Programs 1-6 with music

• The skating order of the required elements is optional. 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 • 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. • Time 1:30 +/- 10 sec.

Free skate 1

1. Advanced forward stroking, 4-6 consecutive 2. One- foot upright scratch spin from back crossovers-minimum 3

revolutions 3. Waltz jump from back crossovers 4. Half Flip jump

Free skate 2 1. Forward outside spiral, R or L 2. Beginning back spin- minimum two revolutions 3. Waltz jump, side toe hop, Waltz jump sequence 4. Toe loop jump

Free skate 3 1. Forward crossovers in a figure 8 2. Back spin-minimum 3 revolutions 3. Salchow jump 4. Waltz jump/Toe loop or Salchow/Toe loop jump combination

Free skate 4 1. Forward power 3’s, 2-3 consecutive sets R or L 2. Sit spin-minimum 3 revolutions 3. Loop jump 4. Waltz jump/Loop jump combination

Free skate 5 1. Camel spin-minimum 3 revolutions 2. Forward upright spin to back upright spin-minimum 3 revolutions

each foot 3. Loop/loop jump combination 4. Flip jump

Free skate 6 1. Camel/sit spin combination, minimum 4 revolutions total 2. Split or stag jump 3. Waltz jump/ half loop/ Salchow jump sequence 4. Lutz jump

Beginner Spins through Preliminary • No music on half- ice. Spins should be skated exactly as stated and in this order. • Skaters will perform one spin at a time (no excessive connecting steps). • Skaters will be given one opportunity to perform each spin. • Groups will be divided according to Basic/Free Skate test level. • Spins should be a minimum of 3 revolutions each.

Basic Skills: 1. Forward pivot- either foot 2. Two foot spin 3. Forward one foot spin- optional free leg position Free skate 1-6, Beginner: 1. Two foot spin 2. Forward one foot spin- optional free leg position 3. Sit spin No Test, 1. Forward Scratch spin Pre-Preliminary: 2. Backward one foot spin (crossed leg position) 3. Camel spin Preliminary: 1. Forward Scratch spin 2. Backward one foot spin 3. Combination spin of choice– minimum two changes of position or foot

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Approved by USFSA and the Basic Skills Competition Committee: Compulsory Events: Beginner (Limited Beginner) through Preliminary

• 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 • Skaters may have the option to skate one level higher in compulsories than their free skate program

LEVEL ELEMENTS QUALIFICATIONS PROGRAM LENGTH

Beginner (formerly Limited

Beginner) Compulsory

1. Waltz jump 2. ½ jump of choice 3. Forward two foot or one foot spin, Minimum 3 revolutions (free leg position optional) 4. Forward or backward spiral

Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills free skate badge tests

Time: 1:15 max

No Test Compulsory

1. Loop jump 2. Jump combination to include a toe

loop (may not use a loop or Axel) 3. Solo spin- sit or camel spin- minimum 3 revolutions 4. Spiral sequence- must include a

forward and backward spiral. Additional spirals and balance moves may be included.

Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills free skate badge tests, no official U.S. Figure Skating free skate tests passed

Time: 1:15 max

Pre- Preliminary Compulsory

1. Single Flip 2. Jump combination: single/single (no Axel) 3. Sit spin or camel spin-minimum 3 revolutions 4. Spiral sequence with 1forward and 1 backward spiral (any edge)

Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating pre- preliminary free skate test

Time :1:15 max

Preliminary Compulsory

1. Single Lutz 2. Jump combination: single/single (may include Axel) 3. Back upright spin-min. 3 revolutions 4. Forward inside spiral

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

Time :1:15 max

Approved by USFSA and the Basic Skills Competition Committee

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Test Track Program Event Skaters may enter EITHER the Test Track free skate program or the Well-Balanced free skate program but NOT both during the same nonqualifying competition. Competitors will skate to music of their choice, vocal music 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” 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.

High Beginner (formerly Beginner) Time: 1:30 +/- 10

Maximum 5 jumps elements: Jumps with not more than ½ 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 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 USFS Basic Skills free skating badge tests

Pre-Preliminary Test Time: 1:30 +/- 10

Max 5 jump elements: Jumps with not more than ½ 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. Max 2 of any same type jump. Max 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 USFS Pre-Preliminary Free Skate test.

Preliminary Test Time: 1:30 +/- 10

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: One spin in one position, no change of foot, no flying entry (min 3 revs). One spin consisting of a front scratch to back scratch, exit on spinning foot not mandatory (min 3 revs per foot). Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program.

Skaters must have passed at least the USFS Pre-Preliminary Free Skate test but may not have passed tests higher than the Preliminary Free Skate test

Approved by USFSA and the Basic Skills Competition Committee

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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.

No Test Times: 1:30 +/- 10 sec.

Jumps: Max 5. Single jumps, no Axel. Max 2 combinations or sequences. Combinations 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). Spins: Max 2. Spins must be a different nature. Min. 3 revolutions each. Spins may change feet, position and start with a fly. Steps: Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program.

May not have passed any official USFS free skate tests.

Pre-Preliminary Time: 1:30 +/- 10 sec.

Jumps: Max 5. Any single jumps, including Axel, allowed. Max 2 combinations or sequences. Combinations limited to 2 jumps. Number of jumps in jumps sequence is limited to a max of 3 single jumps (half-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. Spins: Max 2. Spins must be a different nature. Min 3 revolutions. Spins may change feet and/or position and may start with a fly. Steps: One step sequenced that must use one half of the ice surface.

Must have passed no higher than USFS Pre-Preliminary free skate test.

Preliminary Time: 1:30 +/- 10 sec

Jumps: Max 5. One must be an Axel or Waltz jump. Max 2 jump combinations or sequences. Combinations 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). Only 2 different double jumps may be attempted, selected from: double Salchow, double toe loop or double loop. Axel and no more than 2 different double jumps may be repeated as individual jumps, as part of jump combination s, or jump sequences. Max of 2 Axels or any double jump. Double flips, double Lutzes, double Axels or triple jumps are not allowed. Spins: Max 2. Spins must be a different nature. Min. 3 revolutions. Spins may change feet, and/or position and may start with a fly. Steps: One step sequenced that must use one half the ice surface.

Must have passed no higher than USFS Preliminary free skate test.

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Adult Events: Adult 1-4, Pre Bronze and Bronze 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 stated. Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program. • Vocal music is allowed. • The skater must demonstrate the required elements and may use but is not required to use any additional

elements from previous levels • A .2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level • Time 1:30 +/- 10 sec unless otherwise noted

Adult 1 A. Falling and recovery B. Forward marching C. Forward Two-foot glide D. Forward swizzle E. Moving Snowplow stops

Adult 2 A. Forward stroking showing correct use of the blade B. Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, (clockwise and counter

clockwise) 4-6 in a row C. Forward one-foot glides D. Slalom E. Backward swizzles, (4-6 in a row, clockwise and

counterclockwise) Adult 3 A. Forward outside and inside edges on a circle, (clockwise and

counterclockwise) B. Forward crossovers, (clockwise and counterclockwise) C. Backward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle (4 to 6 in a row

consecutive, clockwise and counterclockwise) D. Moving forward to backward and backward to forward two-

foot turn E. Beginning two-foot spin

Adult 4 A. Forward perimeter stroking with crossover end patterns B. Backward crossovers to a backward outside edge glide

(landing position) C. Lunge D. Spiral E. Footwork sequence: (3-5 forward crossovers to an inside

Mohawk, 3-5 backward crossovers, step forward inside the circle and repeat)

Adult Pre-Bronze: Must have passed no higher than adult pre-bronze free skate test or pre-pre free skate test. Time 1:40 max. Refer to the current U. S. Figure Skating Rulebook #4600 for specific requirements.

Adult Bronze: Must have passed no higher than the adult bronze free skate test or the preliminary free skate test. Time: 1:50 max. Refer to the current U. S. Figure Skating Rulebook #4590 for specific requirements.

Solo Dance Preliminary and Pre-Bronze Dances

• Skaters will perform 2 out of 3 dances listed below in each level. • Skater will perform 3 patterns of each dance before moving on to the next dance with warm-up placed

between dances.

Preliminary: Dutch Waltz

May not have passed higher than the Preliminary Dance Test

Canasta Tango May not have passed higher than the Preliminary Dance Test

Rhythm Blues May not have passed higher than the Preliminary Dance Test

Pre Bronze: Swing Dance

May not have passed higher than the Pre-Bronze Dance Test

Cha Cha May not have passed higher than the Pre-Bronze Dance test

Fiesta Tango May not have passed higher than the Pre-Bronze Dance Test

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Showcase Events • Open to skaters in Basic, Free Skate, Beginner through Preliminary and Adult Bronze • Groups will be divided by the number of entries and ages if possible. • Vocal music is permitted. • Skaters must enter at the same level as their free skate event or highest test level of skaters in the group

ensemble or production number. If a free skate event is not being entered, skaters must enter at their current test level or one level higher.

• 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 within one minute. • A .2 deduction will be assessed by the referee against each judges’ mark for each 5 seconds in excess of

the time allowed for 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 the 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/extention and the use of props and ice.

• 6.0 Judging will be used. Deductions will be made for skaters including technical elements not permitted in the event description.

LEVEL ELEMENTS QUALIFICATIONS PROGRAM

LENGTH Basic 1-8 Elements only from Basic 1-8

curriculum May not have passed any higher than Basic 8 level.

Time: 1:00 Max

Free skate 1-6/ Beginner/ High Beginner/ Adult 1-4

3 jump maximum. ½ rotation jumps only, plus the following full rotation jumps: Salchow and toe loop.

May not have passed any official U. S. Figure Skating free skate tests.

Time: 1:30 Max

No Test/Pre-Preliminary/Adult Pre-Bronze

3 jump maximum. No axels or double jumps permitted.

Must have passed no higher than U. S. Figure Skating Pre-Preliminary or Adult Pre-Bronze free skate test.

Time: 1:30 Max

Preliminary/Adult Bronze

3 jump maximum. Axels are permitted, but no double jumps allowed.

Must have passed no higher than U. S. Figure Skating Preliminary free skate or Adult Bronze test.

Time: 1:40 Max

Approved by USFSA and the Basic Skills Competition Committee:

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Brooklyn Figure Skating Basic Skills Competition November 23rd

Entry Form must be postmarked by October 26th, 2013 or online by Midnight October 26th, 2013 Please print following information: Competitor’s name_________________________________________________ Birth date: ________Age: _______Sex: M or F Address: _______________________________________City:____________________________________St:_____Zip:_________ Phone: (_____) ______________________ E-Mail address: ___________________________________________________________ USFS #:_________________ Home Club: _____________________________________ Test Level: __________________________ USFS Basic Skills #:_____________________ Learn to Skate Program Name: ____________________________________________

Entry Fee: $41 for 1st event, $20 for each event after. Snowplow Sam (Tots) Snowplow Sam (Tots) program

Basic 1 Basic 1 program Basic 2 Basic 2 Program Basic 3 Basic 3 Program Basic 4 Basic 4 Program Basic 5 Basic 5 Program Basic 6 Basic 6 Program Basic 7 Basic 7 Program Basic 8 Basic 8 Program Freeskate 1 Program Freeskate 1 Compulsory Freeskate 2 Program Freeskate 2 Compulsory Freeskate 3 Program Freeskate 3 Compulsory Freeskate 4 Program Freeskate 4 Compulsory Freeskate 5 Program Freeskate 5 Compulsory Freeskate 6 Program Freeskate 6 Compulsory Adult 1 Program Adult 2 Program Adult 3 Program Adult 4 Program

Entry Fee: $56 for 1st event, $20 for each event after. Beginner (Limited Beginner) Compulsory Adult Pre-Bronze Free Skate Adult Bronze Free Skate No Test Compulsory Basic 1-8 Showcase Pre-Preliminary Compulsory Free skate 1-6/Limited Beginner/Beginner/Adult 1-4

Showcase Preliminary Compulsory No Test/Pre-Preliminary/Adult Pre-Bronze Showcase Preliminary /Adult Bronze Showcase High Beginner (Beginner) Test Track Basic Skills Spins Pre-Preliminary Test Track Free Skate 1-6, Beginner, No Test Spins Preliminary Test Track Pre-Preliminary Spins No Test Free Skate Preliminary Spins Pre-Preliminary Free Skate Preliminary Pairs *($20 each) list partner: Preliminary Free Skate Entry Fee: $41 for Preliminary or Pre-bronze Dances If you do 2 or more events from above then your

dances will be a $20 dance fee. Preliminary:

Dutch Waltz Pre-Bronze:

Swing Dance Canasta Tango Cha - Cha Rhythm Blues Fiesta Tango 1st Event Fee: $_________________ ($41 or $56) Additional Event Fee: $__________________ ($20 for each additional event or pairs) Dance Event Fee: $__________________ ($41 or $20) Late Fee or Paper App: $__________________ ($25) Total: $__________________ * Make checks payable to: Brooklyn Figure Skating Club Mail to: Georgette Radesic 11124 Malvern Dr. North Royalton, Ohio 44133

Please note only complete applications will be processed!!

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Approved by USFSA and the Basic Skills Competition Committee: Competitor’s name: __________________________________ USFSA #:____________________ Coach Name: ______________________________________________ Phone #____________________________ Coach E-Mail:_________________________________________________________________________________

Certification of Eligibility

I hereby approve this entry and certify that this skater is a member of this Club or Learn to Skate Program, is a non-pro in accordance with USFS rules, and to the best of my knowledge is eligible to enter the specified events. Signature of Competitor or Guardian:___________________________________________ Date:____________ Signature of Club Officer or Learn to Skate Director:____________________________________________ Title:____________________________________________________ Date:________________ Signature of Coach:____________________________________________ Date:____________

Waiver of responsibility

Skater or Guardian: I understand and agree that the USFS, City of Brooklyn Recreation Center and the Brooklyn Figure Skating Club, including its Board of Directors and all volunteers assisting in the organization of the competition undertake no responsibility for damages or injuries, or loss of property suffered by the Skater, Competitor, or Guardian. As a condition of and in consideration of the acceptance of their entries or participation therein, all entrants, their parents and guardians and officials shall be deemed to agree to assume all risks of injury to their person and property resulting from, caused by or connected with the conduct and management of the competition and to waive and release any and all claims which they may have against any officials; USFS, SSC, and volunteers. Skater or Guardian acknowledges that their entry forms shall be accepted only on such condition. Signature of Competitor or Guardian:____________________________________________________________ Date:_______________________ Authorization for Emergency Medical Treatment In the event I am unavailable, I hereby give permission for any emergency treatment to the direction of the Chairperson of this competition. I understand that the Chairperson has no formal medical background but will seek appropriate care and treatment. I will assume and take sole responsibility for all financial obligations arising out of the treatment. I will hold USFS, BFSC, City of Brooklyn and their appointees or employees harmless from any claim rising out of any aid afforded. I further indemnify and hold harmless all the above mentioned parties any and all liability, claims, losses or damages on my account. This includes participating in this competition, during practice ice, or at any other time on Brooklyn Recreation Center premises. Signature of Competitor or Guardian:____________________________________________ Date:________ Any relevant Medical Information; i.e. allergies, pre-existing conditions: _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Emergency Contact:______________________________________ Phone #: ______________________________

Approved by USFSA and the Basic Skills Competition Committee:

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PRACTICE ICE FORM Practice ice will be available before the competition on November 23rd. Each session will be 30 minutes in length and program music will not be played. There will be a limited number of skaters allowed on each session. Skaters will be able to pick their own practice ice sessions online but you MUST indicate number of sessions you want on the practice ice form or online when you register and you MUST pay for them with your entry form or when you register online. You will receive an email with a PIN number in order to access your practice ice records and select your sessions. Practice ice will be $10.00 if you pre-order the sessions. Please indicate the number of sessions you would like online. We will allow additional practice ice sales online for $10.00 per session after the schedule has been posted and those that pre-register for sessions have had time to select their sessions. Additional practice ice will be available for purchase during the competition and will cost $13.00 at the Registration Desk. It is suggested that you pre-reserve your practice ice when you register so that you will have first choice of times online once the schedule is published. You will be able to purchase additional practice ice online once the schedule has been posted and those that pre-reserved sessions have selected their times – the cost will be $10.00 per session. Additional practice times will be available at the rink registration desk beginning on the first day of practice ice but will cost $13.00. The Times (subject to change) will be: Saturday Nov 23rd 7:00 to 7:30 am 7:30 to 8:00 am 8:00 to 8:30 am Practice ice will be assigned according to the day of your scheduled event or event’s. Please sign up for the number of practice sessions you want. They are scheduled on a first come first serve basis. __________________ # OF SESSIONS X $10.00 = ____________________ Walk-ons will be available for $13.00 per 30 minute session. NAME OF SKATER: _______________________________________________ CONTACT PHONE NUMBER and EMAIL: _______________________________________ ** The Brooklyn Figure Skating Club holds the right to cancel any practice ice session due to lack of participation. You will be notified as soon as possible should your scheduled time be cancelled.

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Brooklyn Figure Skating Club 2013 Autumn Skills

Advertising Order Form

Deadline: October 26th _____ Back Cover – 8 ½” x 11” - $175.00 for black & white or $200.00 for full color _____ Inside Cover – Front – 8 ½” x 11” - $150.00 for black & white or $175.00 for full color _____ Inside Cover – Back – 8 ½” x 11” - $150.00 for black & white or $175.00 for full color _____ Full Page Ad – 8 ½” x 11” - $100.00 – black & white only _____ Half Page Ad – 4 ¼” x 5 ½” - $50.00 – black & white only _____ Business Card – ¼ Page - $25.00 – black & white only _____ Personal Gram (Use box below) $10.00 – black & white only _____ Patron Ad Listing – 1 line of copy - $5.00 – black & white only _____ Event Sponsorship – Company name listed as sponsor on result board - $75.00 * All prices are for Camera-ready art (except for Patron Ads, which will be a typed list). Space will be reserved when we receive payment, a signed copy of this form and your camera-ready advertising copy. Advertiser: __________________________________________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________________________________ Phone: (____) ______________________________ Contact Person: _______________________________________ Please make checks payable to: The Brooklyn Figure Skating Club Please mail form to: Rose Nativio 16602 Ferndale Cleveland, Ohio 44111 Patron Ad (Print copy here): ____________________________________________________________ Personal Gram: Please use black ink below. Your Personal Gram will appear exactly as you create it below. www.brooklynfsc.org Approved by USFSA and the Basic Skills Competition Committee:


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