ENTRY FEES: $115 for Lim Beg — Pre-Juv/Open Juv/Adults
$145 for Adult Gold Freeskate and Juvenile Freeskate
$175 for Championship Events (includes FS and SP)
$60 for First Basic Skills Event & Special Olympic Events
$30 for each additional event
DVDs may be picked-up 15 minutes following each event
Every skater will receive a DVD of their skating group
IJS critiques will be held following the
completion of each group.
FOR INFORMATION CONTACT:
Valarie Berger 847.372.0394
E-Mail: [email protected]
Sanctioned by U.S. Figure Skating Association
Illinois Grand Prix of Figure Skating
U.S. Figure Skating Solo Dance Series
Illinois Basic Skills Series Competition Early Bird Special!!!
Register online at www.southportskatingclub.org by April 12, 2014
and save $10!!!
Sign up at http://comp.entryeeze.com/Home.aspx?cid=36
RecPlex Ice Arena
Pleasant Prairie, WI
34nd
Annual Southport Skating Club Competition
The International Judging System will be used for Juvenile through Senior
Critiques
for all
IJS
Competitors
Special Skaters’
Events!!! Basic Skills
Competition!
Entry Fee
INCLUDES a DVD
of all entered
events
LIMITED BEGINNER
THRU SENIOR and
ADULT SINGLES EVENTS plus
IJS CHAMPIONSHIP EVENTS
WELL-BALANCED FREE SKATE
COMPULSORIES
SPINS
JUMPS
Now offering DANCE!!
ARTISTIC IMPRESSION/SHOWCASE EVENTS
TEST TRACK FREE SKATE
BASIC SKILLS COMPETITION
SPECIAL OLYMPICS EVENTS
FEES MUST ACCOMPANY APPLICATION: Sign up online at www.southportskatingclub.org. Entry not accepted until payment is made online. No refunds unless event is cancelled according to USFSA regulations. CHANGES TO APPLICATION: Any changes to level or event made after the entry deadline will cost $25. REQUIRED SIGNATURES: All signatures will be obtained electronically. You will be notified of any missing electronic signatures. All signatures must be obtained prior to competing. ADMISSIONS & FACILITY: Spectators are not charged an admission to this event. The Pleasant Prairie RecPlex is located just east of I-94 on the north side of Highway165. The address is: 9900 Terwall Terrace, Pleasant Prairie, WI. The ice rink is located on the back side of the complex. The RecPlex Ice Arena is minutes from the Pleasant Prairie Outlet Mall located on the corner of I-94 and 165. AWARDS& VIDEOTAPING: Awards will be presented to the top four places: off-ice, immediately following the posting of event results. All Basic Skills competitors will receive awards. ALL skaters will receive a DVD of each event which is included in their entry fee. Basic Skills Competitors: Freeskate is a level AND an event. Carefully determine your levels. All changes will be assessed $25! COMPETITION REGISTRATION: The registration desk will be open 1 hour before and during all scheduled events. Skaters are required to check in a minimum of one hour prior to their event. Any skater not present when their event is announced, will be scratched. COMPETITOR MUSIC: All music must be on a CD that is labeled with name and event. CDs must contain only one track. Music must be turned in at time of registration. Southport Skating Club does not accept responsibility for any music. Please pick up your music at the Registration desk following your event. Any music left at the rink will be discarded. FINAL ROUND DETAILS: The necessity of a final round will be determined by the number of total entries/level. Juvenile final round skaters will skate their free skate program and Intermediate-Senior final round skaters will skate their short program. PRACTICE ICE: Practice ice will be sold through registration site at www.southportskatingclub.org ACCOMMODATIONS: Local hotels include the following:
APPLICATION INFORMATION This non-qualifying event, sanctioned by U.S. Figure Skating, will be conducted in accordance to the rules of the Official 2014 U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook.
Brenda Kickertz of Rockford, IL will be the Chief Referee.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS All USFSA or CFSA amateur competitors, Limited Beginner (no tests passed) through Senior, may compete at their test level, or at one level higher, as of May 3, 2014.
Early Bird Special!!!
Register online by April 12, 2014
and save $10!!!
Entry Deadline: May 3, 2014
Enter online at
www.southportskatingclub.org
or http://comp.entryeeze.com/Home.aspx?cid=36
Late entries, if accepted, subject to $25 LATE FEE Email Valarie Berger with your late entry request at
Radisson 11800 108th Street Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 Phone: 262-857-3377
Toll Free: 800-276-7415
Candlewood Suites Competitor Rate: $99 or 1 BR or suite for $129 under Southport Summer Classic re-serve by 5/11 10200 74th St. Kenosha, WI Phone: 262-842-5000 Toll Free: 877-226-3539
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 7887 94th Ave. Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 Phone: 262-942-6000 Toll Free: 800-465-4329
2014 Illinois Grand Prix of Figure Skating
The Skating Council of Illinois offers skaters the opportunity to earn an invitation to the Illinois Grand Prix
of Figure Skating by competing in designated Free Skate events at our competitions. Skaters who compete
in Grand Prix eligible categories at a minimum of 4 Grand Prix competitions will be invited to compete, at no
cost, at the Illinois Grand Prix of Figure Skating, which will be held at the Northbrook Sports Center on
September 21, 2014. Special recognition will be given to skaters who compete in all 8 events. Grand Prix
information and standings will be posted on the Skating Council of Illinois website at http://
www.skatingcouncilofillinois.org/
Competitions:
March 27-30, 2014 – W.I.M – Greater Milwaukee FSC
April 10-13, 2014 – Ladybug – Glenwood FSC
April 26-27, 2014 – Riverbend Spring Classic – East Alton SA
May 9-11, 2014 – Northern Blast – Northern Ice SC
June 6-8, 2014 – Quad Cities Championships – FSC of the Quad-Cities
June 12-14, 2014 – Southport Summer Classic – Southport SC
July 24-27, 2014 – Chicago Open – Chicago FSC
September 4-7, 2014 – Greater Chicagoland Fall Invitational – Wagon Wheel FSC
Events: The following “Introductory” Free Skate categories are eligible for the Grand Prix: Beginner High Beginner No-Test The following “Well-Balanced” Free Skate categories are eligible for the Grand Prix:
Pre-Preliminary Preliminary Pre-Juvenile Open Juvenile Adult Pre-Bronze Adult Bronze Adult Silver Adult Gold
The following “Test Track” Free Skate categories are eligible for the Grand Prix: Pre-Preliminary Test Track Preliminary Test Track Pre-Juvenile Test Track Juvenile Test Track Intermediate Test Track Novice Test Track Junior Test Track Senior Test Track
The following “IJS” Free Skate categories are eligible for the Grand Prix:
Juvenile Intermediate Novice Junior Senior
Please Note: Individual Competitions may have additional Free Skate categories; however those categories are not eligible for the Illinois Grand Prix of Figure Skating.
Competitors who perform their free skate program more than once at a competition (i.e., initial and final rounds) will re-ceive the highest points earned for any one performance. If an event has less than 6 skaters, the points will be awarded as if there were 6 skaters in the group. If there is only one skater in the group, he or she will be awarded 5 points. At the end of the Series, competitors who have competed in at least 4 competitions will be invited to the Illinois Grand Prix of Figure Skating.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I enter the Championships? Participation in the Illinois Grand Prix of Figure Skating is by invitation only. To be in-vited to compete, you must have competed in eligible categories in at least 4 of the Grand Prix competitions. Eligible com-petitors will be sent invitations immediately following the Greater Chicagoland Fall Invitational.
What does it cost to enter? There is no entry fee for the Illinois Grand Prix of Figure Skating. The Skating Council of Illinois and our participating clubs are supporting this event. Practice Ice will be available for purchase. There will also be vendors, including video and still photography. Who will keep my points and how will I know how many points I have? Ed Mann, a National Accountant, will tabulate points as the season progresses. Standings will be posted on the Skating Council of Illinois web site at www.skatingcouncilofillinois.org It is the responsibility of each competitor to verify the accuracy of the points posted on the website. Discrepancies should be brought to the attention of Ed Mann. What happens to my points if I change categories during the season? Your points stay with you if you skate at more than one level. Eligibility to skate at the Illinois Grand Prix of Figure Skating will be determined by test level.
Awards:
The designated Free Skate events of each competition will be eligible for accumulating points. The system
for scoring points for the final award will be as follows:
Placement Points Placement Points
1st place 10 points 2nd place 7 points
3rd place 4 points 4th place 3 points
5th place 2 points Participation 1 point
Bonus for Final Round 1 point
6th Annual U.S. Figure Skating Illinois Basic Skills Series July 1, 2013- June 30, 2014
2014 Illinois Basic Skills Series Mission Statement “To give our skaters a chance to develop their USFS Basic Skills in a fun competitive environment.”
During the season, skaters will have the chance to compete at different competitions and earn points for a final standing. An awards cere-mony will take place in July where the TOP 3 skaters from each level for compulsory and free skate will be awarded a medal. You need not be present at the season end ceremony to receive your award. The final award announcement will be emailed to all qualifying skaters on July 10, 2014 for the location, date, and time of ceremony.
Series Point System The Free Skate/Program with Music events and the Compulsory/Elements events of each of the Series Competitions will be eligible for accumulating points. Each event will have a maximum of 6 skaters. The system for scoring points for the final award will be as follows:
If an event has 2-6 skaters, points are awarded as if there were six skaters in the group. If there is only one skater in the group, he or she will be awarded three points. If last-minute changes cause groups to become larger than six skaters, then all skaters finishing lower than sixth will receive one point. At the end of the Series, if all scores are tied, the tie will not be broken. Points are accumulated for Compulsory and Free Skate events sepa-rately. The following events will be offered:
Snowplow Sam - up to Freeskate 6
Test Track: Beginner- up to Preliminary Well-Balanced: No Test- up to Preliminary
Skaters moving to the next level during the Series will take their points with them. If a skater moves up a level for at least two competitions, they will receive an additional 3 points. Check Skating council website: http://skatingcouncilofillinois.org for updated points.
Place Points
1 6
2 5
3 4
4 3
5 2
6 1
2013 Skate Universal August 24, 2013 Rocket Ice Arena, Bolingbrook, IL Dena Hineline:[email protected]
2013 Springfield Skating Invitational September 14, 2013 The Nelson Center, Springfield, IL Lindsay Campbell:[email protected]
Great Pumpkin Blast October 26, 2013 All Seasons Ice Rinks, Naperville, IL Dona Bengson:[email protected]
Pegg Hislop: [email protected]
10th Annual Cranberry Classic November 3, 2013 Rockford SC, Loves Park, IL Kathi Ferrero:[email protected]
Pleasant Prairie Autumn Classic November 16-17, 2013 Rec Plex Ice Arena, Pleasant Prairie, WI Katie Kerley: [email protected]
Snowflake Classic November 23, 2013 Glenwood FSC, Crestwood, IL May Wiza:[email protected]
Winter Blizzard January 19, 2014 Skokie Skatium, Skokie, IL Kerry Murphy:[email protected]
The Freeze February 21-22, 2014 Glenview Ice Center, Glenview, IL Dorie Cascio: [email protected]
North Shore Classic March 2, 2014 Centennial Ice Arena, Highland Park, IL Inga Fedorova:[email protected]
8th Annual Shamrock Open March 9, 2014 Rockford Skating Club, Loves Park, IL Kathi Ferrero:[email protected]
Greater Chicagoland Basic Skills Championships March 16, 2014 Chicago FSC, Hoffman Estates, IL Kerry Murphy:[email protected]
13th Annual Wagon Wheel Basic Skills April 6, 2014 Crystal Ice House , Crystal Lake, IL Lanny Nelson: [email protected]
3rd Annual Southport Spring Classic April 13, 2014 Rink Side Sports & Family Entertainment Center Southport Skating Club, Gurnee, IL Elaine Johnson:[email protected]
Riverbend Spring Classic April 26-27, 2014 East Alton Skating Academy, East Alton, IL Kathryn McKeon-Hicks:[email protected]
5th Annual Kankakee Valley Open June 1, 2014 Ice Valley Centre, Kankakee, IL Angela Tousignant: [email protected]
Quad Cities Championships June 6-8, 2014 FSC of Quad Cities, Davenport, IA Sue Schwaegler:[email protected]
2013 Southport Summer Classic June 12-14, 2014 Southport SC, Rec Plex Ice Arena: Pleasant Prairie, WI Elaine Johnson:[email protected]
2014 Rockford Open Basic Skills & Beyond June 29, 2014 Rockford Skating Club, Loves Park, IL Kathi Ferrero:[email protected]
If you have any questions, please contact: Illinois Basic Skills Series Director:
Brigitte Carlson Roquet [email protected]
All US Figure Skating or CFSA amateur competitors, Limited Beginner (no USFSA tests passed) through Senior, may compete at their test level, or at one level higher, as of May 3, 2014.
Well Balanced Free Skate
Level Time Jumps Spins Step Sequences
Beginner
1:30 +/- 10 sec. Vocal music
permitted
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 demon-
strated throughout the
program.
High Beginner
1:30 +/- 10 sec. Vocal music
permitted
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 se-
quences 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 demon-
strated throughout the
program.
No-Test
1:30 +/- 10 sec. Vocal music
permitted
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 sin-
gle jump).
Max 2 spins: Spins must be a different
nature. Minimum three revolutions
each. Spins may change feet, po-
sition and start with a fly.
Connecting moves and
steps should be demon-
strated throughout the
program.
Pre-
Preliminary
1:30 +/- 10 sec. Vocal music
permitted
Maximum of 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 se-
quence 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.
Maximum of 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
One step sequenced
that must use ½ of the
ice surface.
All US Figure Skating or CFSA amateur competitors, Limited Beginner (no USFSA tests passed) through Senior, may compete at their test level, or at one level higher, as of May 3, 2014.
Well Balanced Free Skate continued
Level Time Jumps Spins Step Sequences
Preliminary
1:30 +/- 10 sec. Vocal music
permitted
Maximum of 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 se-
quence 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, select-
ed from: double Salchow,
double toe-loop, double
loop) Axel and no more than 2 differ-
ent double jumps may be
repeated as individual
jumps, as part of jump com-
binations or jump sequenc-
es. Maximum of 2 Axels or any dou-
ble jump. Double flips, double Lutzes, dou-
ble Axels or triple jumps are
not allowed.
Maximum of 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
One step sequenced
that must use ½ of the
ice surface.
Pre-Juvenile
2:00 +/- 10 sec. Vocal music
permitted
Maximum of 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 se-
quence 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 differ-
ent double jumps may be
repeated as individual jumps, as part of
jump combination or jump
sequence. Maximum of 2 Axels or any dou-
ble jump No double Axels or triple jumps
Maximum of 2 spins: 1 spin combination; with/
without change of
foot*, may fly. 1 spin with only 1 position*,
may fly, no change of
foot Min 4 revs.; 6 revs. for com-
bo Spins must be of a different
nature
One step sequence fully
utilizing ice surface.
All US Figure Skating or CFSA amateur competitors, Limited Beginner (no USFSA tests passed) through Senior, may compete at their test level, or at one level higher, as of May 3, 2014.
Well Balanced Free Skate continued
Level Time Jumps Spins Step Sequences
Juvenile
(under 14
years) & Open Juve-
nile (14 years
or older)
2:15 +/- 10 sec.
Maximum of 5 jump elements: One must be an Axel-type jump* Max. 2 jump combinations or
sequences Jump combinations limited to 2
jumps Number of jumps in jump se-
quence is not limited No more than 3 double jumps
may be repeated (1 each),
but only as part of combination or
sequence. Max 2 of same
double jump. No triple jumps
Maximum of 2 spins: 1 spin combination; with/
without change of
foot* 1 spin with only 1 position;
no change of foot* Both spins may start with a
fly Min 5 revs.; 8 revs. for com-
bination Min 2 revs. in position Spins must be of a different
nature
One choreographic
step sequence fully uti-
lizing ice surface.
Intermediate
2:30 +/- 10 sec.
Maximum of 6 jump elements: 1 must be an Axel-type jump* Max 3 jump combinations
(combos) or sequences Jump combinations limited to 2
jumps, but one 3-jump com-
bo is permitted Number of jumps in jump se-
quence is not limited No more than 3 double/triple
jumps may be repeated;
only 1 repeat may be a tri-
ple. Double or triple jump
repeated only in combo or
seq. Max 2 same double or
triple.
Maximum of 2 spins: 1 spin combination; w/
without change of
foot* 1 spin with only 1 position;
no change of foot* Both spins may start with a
fly Min 5 revs.; 8 revs. for com-
bo Min 2 revs. in position Spins must be of a different
nature
One choreographic
step sequence fully uti-
lizing ice surface.
Novice Ladies
3:00 +/- 10 sec.
Maximum of 6 jump elements: One must be an Axel-type jump* Max 3 jump combinations
(combos) or sequences Jump combinations limited to 2
jumps, but one 3-jump com-
bo is permitted Number of jumps in jump se-
quence is not limited No more than 3 double/triple
jumps may be repeated;
only 1 repeat may be a tri-
ple. Double or triple jump
repeated only in combo or
seq. Max 2 same double or
triple.
Maximum of 3 spins: Spins must be of a different
nature 1 flying entry w/ no change
of foot or position* 1 spin combination; w/
without change of
foot* 3rd spin is option of skater Min 6 revs.; 10 revs. for
combo Min 2 revs. in position Spins may change feet
and start with a fly,
except for the flying spin with no
change of foot or
position
One leveled step se-
quence Fully utilizing the ice sur-
face
All US Figure Skating or CFSA amateur competitors, Limited Beginner (no USFSA tests passed) through Senior, may compete at their test level, or at one level higher, as of May 3, 2014.
Well Balanced Free Skate continued
Level Time Jumps Spins Step Sequences
Novice Men
3:30 +/- 10
sec.
Maximum of 7 jump elements: One must be an Axel-type jump* Max 3 jump combinations
(combos) or sequences Combos limited to 2 jumps, but
one 3-jump combo is permit-
ted Number of jumps in jump se-
quence is not limited One double Axel and two differ-
ent triple jumps may be re-
peated. If double Axel or triple jumps re-
peated, must be in combo
or sequence. No more than two of the same
type of double or triple may
be attempted.
Maximum of 3 spins: Spins must be of a different
nature 1 flying entry w/ no change
of foot or position* 1 spin combination; w/
without change of
foot* 3rd spin is option of skater Min 6 revs.; 10 revs. for
combo Min 2 revs. in position Spins may change feet
and start with a fly,
except for the flying
spin with no change of
foot or position
One leveled step se-
quence Fully utilizing the ice sur-
face.
Junior Ladies
3:30 +/- 10 sec.
Maximum of 7 jump elements: One must be an Axel-type jump * Max 3 jump combinations
(combos) or sequences Combos limited to 2 jumps, but
one 3-jump combo is permit-
ted Number of jumps in jump se-
quence is not limited 2 triples or quads may be repeat-
ed, but must be in combo or sequence Max 2 double Axels as solo jump
or in combo/sequence
Maximum of 3 spins: 1 flying entry* 1 spin combination; w/
without change of
foot* 1 spin with only 1 position * Min 6 revs.; 10 revs. for
combo Min 2 revs. in position All spins may change feet
and start with a fly Spins must be of a different
nature
One leveled step se-
quence Fully utilizing the ice sur-
face.
Junior Men
4:00 +/- 10 sec.
Maximum of 8 jump elements: One must be an Axel-type jump * Max 3 jump combinations
(combos) or sequences Combos limited to 2 jumps, but
one 3-jump combo is permit-
ted Number of jumps in jump se-
quence is not limited 2 triples or quads may be repeat-
ed, but must be in combo or sequence Max 2 double Axels as solo jump
or in combo/sequence
Maximum of 3 spins: 1 flying entry* 1 spin combination; w/
without change of
foot* 1 spin with only 1 position * Min 6 revs.; 10 revs. for
combo Min 2 revs. in position All spins may change feet
and start with a fly Spins must be of a different
nature
One leveled step se-
quence Fully utilizing the ice sur-
face.
All US Figure Skating or CFSA amateur competitors, Limited Beginner (no USFSA tests passed) through Senior, may compete at their test level, or at one level higher, as of May 3, 2014.
Well Balanced Free Skate continued
Level Time Jumps Spins Step Sequences
Senior Ladies
4:00 +/- 10 sec.
Maximum of 7 jump elements: One must be an Axel-type jump * Max 3 jump combinations
(combos) or sequences Combos limited to 2 jumps, but
one 3-jump combo is permit-
ted Number of jumps in jump se-
quence is not limited 2 triples or quads may be repeat-
ed, but must be in combo or Sequence Max 2 double Axels as solo jump
or in combo/sequence
Maximum of 3 spins: 1 flying entry* 1 spin combination; w/
without change of
foot* 1 spin with only 1 position * Min 6 revs.; 10 revs. for
combo Min 2 revs. in position All spins may change feet
and start with a fly Spins must be of a different
nature
One leveled step se-
quence One choreographic sequence Fully utilizing the ice sur-
face
Senior Men 4:30 +/- 10 sec. Maximum of 8 jump elements: One must be an Axel-type jump * Max 3 jump combinations
(combos) or sequences Combos limited to 2 jumps, but
one 3-jump combo is permit-
ted Number of jumps in jump se-
quence is not limited 2 triples or quads may be repeat-
ed, but must be in combo or sequence
Max 2 double Axels as solo jump or in
combo/sequence
Maximum of 3 spins: 1 flying entry* 1 spin combination; w/
without change of
foot* 1 spin with only 1 position * Min 6 revs.; 10 revs. for
combo Min 2 revs. in position All spins may change feet
and start with a fly Spins must be of a different
nature
One leveled step se-
quence One choreographic sequence Fully utilizing the ice sur-
face
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 non quali-
fying 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.
Minimum number of spin revolutions are in ( ) following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position.
6.0 will be used for pre-bronze, bronze, and silver. IJS will be used for gold.
All relevant and appropriate IJS rules will be used. Coaches and athletes are expected to be aware of these rules by
reading the documents on www.usfigureskating.org, under “Technical Information”, then “Adult Skating”
The following deductions will be taken:
- Spins of a different character – this refers to the abbreviation of a spin, e.g. Combination spin with a change of
foot (CCoSp) and a combination with no change of foot (CoSp) are spins of a different character; and a flying sit
spin (FSSp) and a sit spin (SSp) are of a different character. For more information, see USFS rule 4103E.
6.0 System Penalties:
• 0.1 in each mark for each illegal element
• 0.1 in 1st mark for insufficient revs.
• 0.2 in 1st mark should be deducted for each jump and/or spin element exceeding the max.
• 0.1in each mark for time violation
• 0.1 in 1st mark for step seq. not fully utilizing the ice
• 0.2 in 1st mark should be deducted if an element indicated by an * is omit
Level Time Jumps Spins Step Sequences
ADULT PRE BRONZE * means ele-
ment is required
1:40
max
Max 5 • Jump combinations and se-
quences 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 com-
bination 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 3 • Spins must be of different charac-
ter (for definition, see USFS rule 4103E) • Min 4 revs total if no change of
foot • Min 4 revs each foot if change of
foot • Min 2 revs in position
Max 1 To be chosen from: • Choreographic
step sequence or • Choreographic
sequence Must fully utilize the
ice surface Additional moves in
the field, spiral and step se-
quences will not be counted as ele-
ments but will be counted as transitions
and marked as such.
ADULT BRONZE * means ele-
ment is required
1:50
max
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
Max 2 • Spins must be of different charac-
ter (for definition, see USFS rule 4103E) • Min 3 revs total if no change of
foot • Min 3 revs each foot if change of
foot • Min 2 revs in position • No flying spins are permitted
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 se-
quences will not be counted as ele-
ments but will be counted as transi-
tions and marked as such.
EVENT: Adult Free Skate, continued
Level Time Jumps Spins Step Sequences
ADULT SILVER * means ele-
ment is required
2:10
max
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 charac-
ter (for definition, see USFS rule 4103E) • Min 3 revs total if no change of
foot • Min 3 revs each foot if change of
foot • Min 2 revs in position
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 se-
quences will not be counted as ele-
ments but will be counted as transi-
tions and marked as such.
ADULT GOLD * means ele-
ment is required
2:40
max
Max 5 • Min 1*, max 3 combinations or
sequences • Two combinations/sequences
are limited to two jumps, and one
three jump combination/sequence is permit-
ted • 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 combi-
nations or sequences are permit-
ted • Double loop, double flip, double
Lutz, double Axel and triple jumps
are not permitted
Max 3 • Spins must be of different charac-
ter (for definition, see USFS rule 4103E) • Min 4 revs total if no change of
foot • Min 4 revs each foot if change of
foot • Min 2 revs in position
Max 1 To be chosen from: • Choreographic
step sequence or • Choreographic
sequence Must fully utilize the
ice surface Additional moves in
the field, spiral and step se-
quences will not be counted as ele-
ments but will be counted as transitions
and marked as such.
EVENT: Singles, Short Program
The requirements for this event will be according to the 2014-2015 season
requirements. Once those requirements have been published, we will populate
this page with that information.
EVENT: Introductory Levels Compulsory Event
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
Skaters may have the option to skate one level higher in compulsories than their free skate program
Level Time Skating rules / standards
Beginner
1:15
max.
1. Waltz jump
2. ½ jump of choice
3. Forward two foot or one foot spin, minimum three revolutions (free leg posi-
tion optional) 4. Forward or backward spiral
High Beginner
1:15
max.
1. Toe loop jump
2. Salchow jump
3. Forward scratch spin- minimum three revolutions
4. Forward or backward spiral
No Test
1:15
max.
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 three revolutions
4. Spiral sequence- must include a forward and backward spiral. Additional
spirals and balance moves may be included.
EVENT: COMPULSORY MOVES
General event parameters: Basic Skills – Juvenile: Elements skated on ½ ice
Intermediate – Senior: Elements skated on full-ice
Elements may be performed only once.
Music is not allowed.
Level Time Skating rules / standards
Pre – Prelimi-
nary
1:00
max.
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)
Preliminary
1:00
max.
Single Lutz Jump combination: single / single (may include Axel) Back upright spin; min., 3 revolutions Forward inside spiral
Pre – Juve-
nile
1:15
max.
Single jump (may include Axel) Jump combination: single / single (may include Axel) Layback spin or camel spin; min. 3 revolutions Step sequence - Circular
Juvenile &
Open Juv.
1:15
max.
Single Axel Jump combination: single / single or double / single Layback spin or camel spin; min. 3 revolutions Step sequence – Circular
EVENT: Adult Compulsory Moves Adult Silver and lower will be skated ½ ice; Adult Gold – Masters Senior will be skated on full ice
Minimum number of revolutions are noted in ( ).
All compulsory skating events will be skated with no music.
Minimal connecting moves, steps and edges throughout the program are allowed.
Elements may be skated in any order and no additional elements are permitted.
Elements may not be repeated.
Jumps with an “*” must be preceded with connecting steps (Adult Gold – Masters Senior)
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. Only required elements may be included.
Level Time Skating rules / standards
Adult Be-
ginner
1:00 max
1. Waltz jump 2. Bunny Hop 4. Lunge 5. Two foot Spin. Minimum of 3 Revolutions
Adult Pre-Bronze
1:30 max
1. Forward crossovers, 5 each direction 2. Forward spiral, straight line or outside edge, or lunge 3. Waltz jump 4. Two-foot spin (min. 3 revolutions in position)
Adult
Bronze
1:30 max
1. Salchow jump 2. Jump combination of a waltz jump and a toe loop 3. One-foot upright spin (min. 3 revolutions in position) 4. Adult Bronze Moves Pattern 5 (Five-step Mohawk sequence
Adult Silver
1:30 max
1. Flip jump 2. Jump combination of Salchow and loop 3. Sit spin (min. 3 revolutions in position) 4. Adult Silver Moves Pattern 1 (Eight-step Mohawk sequence), one direction only
Adult Gold
1:30 max
1. Lutz jump 2. Flip-loop combination jump (no turn or change of foot * 3. Camel spin (min. 3 revolutions in position) Adult Gold Moves Pattern 3 (Forward outside double three-turns on one foot, forward inside double three turns on the other foot.
EVENT: Showcase Events – Dramatic Entertainment Events
Format:
Showcase program utilizing intense emotional skating quality to depict a choreographic theme.
Props and Scenery ARE permitted
General event parameters:
Level will be determined by the highest Free Skate or dance (solo or partnered) test passed. 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
Current Guidelines and Procecures for Nonqualifying Showcase competitions can be found at
www.usfigureskating.org, under Programs and on the National Showcase page.
Level Program
Duration
Must have passed
Free Skating or Dance
test (solo or partnered
standard track)
Must not have passed
Free Skate or Dance
(solo or partnered)
Test
Age
Singles
Preliminary 1:40 max Preliminary Free Skate
Preliminary Dance Pre Juvenile Pre-Bronze
no age restriction
Pre Juvenile 1:40 max Pre Juvenile Free Skate
Pre-Bronze Dance Juvenile Bronze
no age restriction
Juvenile/Open
Juvenile 2:10 max
Juvenile Free Skate Bronze Dance
Intermediate Pre-Silver
no age restriction
Intermediate 2:10 max Intermediate Free Skate
Silver Dance Novice
Pre-Gold 17 and under
Novice 2:10 max Novice Free Skate
Silver Dance Junior
Pre-Gold
no age restriction Junior 2:40 max Junior Free Skate Pre-Gold Dance
Senior Gold
Senior 2:40 max Senior Free Skate
Gold Dance
EVENT: Jumps Challenge
General event parameters: Each jump may be attempted twice; the best attempt will be counted.
Pre-juvenile and lower will be skated ½ ice; Juvenile – senior will be skated on full ice
Jumps with an “*” must be preceded with connecting steps (intermediate – senior)
Level Time Skating rules / standards
Beginner
1:15 max.
Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) ½ flip or ½ Lutz Single Salchow
High Be-
ginner
1:15 max.
Waltz jump (from backward crossovers Single Salchow Jump combination – waltz jump-toe loop
No Test
1:15 max.
Single toe-loop Single loop Jump combination – Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel)
Pre – Pre-
liminary
1:15 max.
Single toe-loop Single flip Jump combination - Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel)
Prelimi-
nary
1:15 max.
Single flip Single Lutz Jump combination – Any single jump + single loop (may be Axel)
Pre – Ju-
venile
1:15 max.
Single Axel Single or double jump Jump combination – single / single (no Axel)
Juvenile &
Open Juv.
1:15 max.
Single Axel Double Salchow Jump combination – single / single or double / single (no Axel)
Intermedi-
ate
1:15 max.
Single Axel Double loop* Jump combination – double / single (no Axel)
Novice
1:15 max.
Double loop Double flip* Jump combination – double / double (may be double Axel)
Junior
1:15 max.
Choice of double or triple jump Double or triple flip* Jump combination – double / double (may be double Axel)
Senior
1:15 max.
Choice of double or triple jump Double or triple Lutz* Jump combination – double / double or triple / double (may be double
Axel)
Adult Be-
ginner
1:00 max
Waltz jump Bunny hop Half flip
Adult Pre-Bronze
1:00 max
Waltz jump Waltz/Toe Loop combination Half Flip
Adult
Bronze
1:00 max
Salchow Loop Single/Single combination
Adult Sil-
ver
1:15 max
Flip Loop Single/single combination
Adult
Gold
1:30 max
Lutz Axel Any two different jump combinations (may include doubles)
EVENT: Spins Challenge
General event parameters: 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 except adults may attempt each spin twice. Only required elements may be included.
All events are skated on ½ ice except Adult Gold – Masters Senior which will be skated on full ice Minimum number of revolutions are noted in ( ).
Level Time Skating rules / standards
Beginner
1:30 max.
Upright one-foot spin (3) Upright two-foot spin (3) Sit spin (3)
High Beginner
1:30 max.
Upright one-foot spin (3) Upright two-foot spin (3) Sit spin (3)
No Test
1:30 max.
Upright one-foot spin (3) Upright two-foot spin (3) Sit spin (3)
Pre – Preliminary
1:30 max.
Upright one-foot spin (3) Upright two-foot spin (3) Sit spin (3)
Preliminary
1:30 max.
Backward upright spin (3) Combination spin with no of foot (4) Sit spin (3)
Pre – Juvenile
1:30 max.
Camel spin (3) Combination spin – camel to sit spin; no change of foot (6) Forward to backward scratch spin (3 per foot)
Juvenile & Open
Juv.
1:30 max.
Sit spin (4) Combination spin – change of foot; optional change of position (4 per foot) Girls – layback spin (4); Boys – camel spin (4)
Intermediate
1:30 max.
Flying camel spin (5) Sit spin to backward sit spin (4 per foot) Combination spin – change of foot & change of position (4 per foot)
Novice
1:30 max.
Choice of camel, sit or layback spin (6) Camel spin to backward camel spin (4 per foot in position) Combination spin – change of foot & two changes of position (2 per position & 5 per foot)
Junior
1:30 max.
Flying sit spin or flying reverse sit spin (6) Ladies – layback spin (6); men – cross-foot spin (6) Combination spin – with change of foot & utilizing all three positions (2 per position & 5 per
foot)
Senior
1:30 max.
Flying spin of choice (6) Solo spin of choice (6) – may not fly Combination spin – with change of foot & utilizing all three positions (2 per position & 5 per
foot)
Adult Beginner
1:00 max
Two foot spin Forward one foot spin
Adult Pre-Bronze
1:15 max
Two foot spin Forward one foot spin Attitude spin
Adult Bronze
1:30 max
Forward one foot spin (minimum three revolutions) Two foot spin; (minimum three revolutions) Sit spin, Broken Leg Spin or Attitude spin (minimum three revolutions)
Adult Silver
1:30 max
Camel spin (minimum three revolutions) Layback spin, Attitude or Sit spin (minimum three revolutions) Combination spin with only one change of position (minimum three revolutions
each spin and each position)
Adult Gold
1:30 max
Flying Camel spin (minimum three revolutions) Layback spin, Attitude or sit spin (minimum three revolutions) Combination spin with only one change of foot and at least one change of posi-
tion (minimum four revolutions each spin and each foot)
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:
-.1 from each mark for each technical element included that is not permitted in the event description.
-.2 from the technical mark for each extra element included.
Level Time Jumps Spins Step Sequenc-
es
Pre-Preliminary
1:30 +/-
10 sec.
Maximum of 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 se-
quences Max. 2 of any same type jump
Maximum of 2 spins: Two spins of a different nature, one
position only. No change of foot,
no flying entry. (3)
Connecting
moves and
steps should be
demonstrated
throughout the
program.
Preliminary
1:30 +/-
10 sec.
Maximum of 5 jump elements: Jumps with not more than one rota-
tion (no Axels). Max. 2 jump combinations or se-
quences Max. 2 of any same type jump
Maximum of 2 spins: One spin in one position; no
change of foot, no flying
entry. (3) One spin consisting of a front
scratch to back scratch;
exit on spinning foot not
mandatory. (3 per foot)
Connecting
moves and
steps should be
demonstrated
throughout the
program.
Pre-Juvenile
2:00 +/-
10 sec.
Maximum of 5 jump elements: Jumps with not more than one rota-
tion (no Axels). Max. 2 jump combinations or se-
quences Max. 2 of any same type jump
Maximum of 2 spins: One spin in one position, no
change of foot (3) One combination spin: for-
ward camel spin to for-
ward sit spin; change of
foot optional (6). Spins
may not fly.
One step se-
quence fully
utilizing ice sur-
face.
Juvenile (under 14 yrs.)
& Open Juve-
nile (14 yrs. and
older)
2:15 +/-
10 sec.
Maximum of 5 jump elements: Any single jumps, including Axel, are
permitted. Max. 2 jump combinations or se-
quences Max. 2 of any same type jump
Maximum of 2 spins: One solo spin in one position,
no change of foot (4). One combination spin with
one change of foot and
at least one change of
position, must include two
of the basic spin positions.
(4 per foot) *Only solo spin may fly
One step se-
quence fully
utilizing ice sur-
face.
EVENT: Test Track Free Skate, continued
Level Time Jumps Spins Step Sequenc-
es
Intermediate
2:30 +/-
10 sec.
Maximum of 6 jump elements: Any single jumps. Double jumps permitted: double Sal-
chow and double toe-loop. Maximum of 3 jump combinations or
sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump
Maximum of 2 spins: One must be a flying spin (5), One must be a combination
spin with at least one
change of foot and at
least one change of posi-
tion (4 per foot).
One step se-
quence fully
utilizing ice sur-
face.
Novice
Ladies:
3:00 +/-
10 sec. Men: 3:30 +/-
10 sec.
Maximum of 7 jump elements for men and
6 for ladies: Any single jumps. Double jumps permitted: double Sal-
chow, double toe-loop and dou-
ble loop. Maximum of 3 jump combinations or
sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump
Maximum of 3 spins, of a differ-
ent nature: One must be a combination
spin with at least one
change of foot and at
least one change of posi-
tion (5 per foot) The other spins are the option
of the skater (6) * All spins may fly
One step se-
quence or spi-
ral sequence
fully utilizing ice
surface. (See rule 4220, for
remarks)
Junior
Ladies:
3:30 +/-
10 sec. Men: 4:00 +/-
10 sec.
Maximum of 8 jump elements for men and
7 for ladies: Any single jumps. Double jumps permitted: double Sal-
chow, double toe-loop, double
loop and double flip Maximum of 3 jump combinations or
sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump
Maximum of 3 spins of a differ-
ent nature: One spin in one position (6) One flying spin (6) One combination spin con-
sisting of all three basic
positions and one
change of foot (2 per
position, 5 per foot)
One step se-
quence fully
utilizing ice sur-
face. (See rule 4210 for
remarks)
Senior
Ladies:
4:00 +/-
10 sec. Men: 4:30 +/-
10 sec.
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
Maximum of 3 spins of a differ-
ent nature: One spin in one position (6) One flying spin (6) One combination spin consist-
ing of all three basic spin
positions and one
change of foot (2 per
position, 5 per foot)
Men: Two different step
sequences, one
being of ad-
vanced difficulty,
both fully utilizing
the ice surface. (See rule 4105 for
remarks) Ladies: One step se-
quence of ad-
vanced difficulty,
covering the full
ice surface and
one spiral se-
quence. (See
rule 4200 for re-
marks.)
The solo pattern dance event is being offered as part of the 2014 U.S. Figure Skating Solo Dance Series
and will be conducted in accordance with the 2014 Solo Dance Series Handbook found at
http://www.usfigureskating.org/Programs.asp?id=479.
Please refer to the 2014 Solo Dance Series handbook for the current series rules, levels and event
requirements that will be in effect for this competition.
Solo Pattern Dance Event: The solo pattern dance event is comprised of two dances at each level.
This event is being offered at the Preliminary, Pre‐Bronze, Bronze, Pre‐Silver, Silver, Pre-Gold and
Gold levels. Refer to the 2014 Solo Dance Series Handbook found at
http://www.usfigureskating.org/Programs.aspid=479
EVENT: 2014 U.S. Figure Skating Solo Dance Series
Level Selected Dances Requirements
Preliminary Canasta Tango, Rhythm Blues No tests or passed preliminary
Pre-Bronze Cha-Cha, Fiesta Passed preliminary or pre-bronze
Bronze Willow, Ten Fox Passed pre-bronze or bronze
Pre-Silver 14 Step, Fox Trot Passed bronze or pre-silver
Silver American Waltz, Rocker Foxtrot Passed pre-silver or silver
Pre-Gold Killian, Starlight Waltz Passed silver or pre-gold
Gold Westminster Waltz, Argentine
Tango
Passed pre-gold or gold
Level Compulsory Skills Competition Freeskate
I Forward swizzles for 10 meters, back-ward swizzles for 10 meters, one-foot forward snowplow stop (left or right)
March forward 10 steps unassisted, swizzle, standing still ( 3 reps), two foot glide forward
for distance the length of the body
A well balanced program with elements se-lected from Badges 1-5 with emphasis on
balance, glide and beginning moves. Instru-mental music (.2 deduction for vocal music) (.2 deduction for each element above badge
5) 1:00 +/- 10 sec
II
Skate elements in succession with 2 opportunities to perform element: strok-ing to first blue line, forward to backward 2-foot turn, backward stroking to second
blue line, backward to forward 2-foot turn, stroking to red goal line, t-stop, forward crossovers around the hockey circles in
figure 8;clockwise and counter.
Backward wiggle or march, 5 forward swiz-zles covering at least 10 feet, forward gliding
dip covering at least length of body
A well balanced program with elements se-lected from Badges 1-10 with emphasis on
glides and turns . Instrumental music (.2 de-duction for vocal music) (.2 deduction for
each element above badge 10) 1:30 +/- 10 sec
III
Skate elements in isolation with 2 opportunities to perform elements. 4
consecutive outside edges and 4 consec-utive inside edges beginning with right
foot and alternating to left across width of ice, 2 forward outside three turns each foot, right forward inside edge to left
backward inside edge open Mohawk, and left forward inside edge to right backward
inside edge open Mohawk
Backward 2-foot glide covering at least length of body, 1-foot snowplow stop (left or right),
forward 1-foot glide covering at least length of body (left or right)
A well balanced program with elements se-lected from Badges 1-12 with emphasis on
flow, carriage and more advanced skills. Instrumental music (.2 deduction for vocal
music) (.2 deduction for each element above badge 5) 2:00 +/- 10 sec
IV
4 consecutive outside edges and 4 con-secutive inside edges beginning with right foot and alternating to left across width of ice. Following elements in sequence and
circular pattern—repeated twice and performed left and right: left forward
outside edge, right forward inside edge crossover, left forward outside edge, right forward inside Mohawk, left back inside edge, right back outside edge, left back
inside crossover, right forward inside edge. Waltz 3 step sequence performed in a figure eight pattern with a minimum
of 3, three-turn/back edge sequence/circle.
5 backward swizzles covering at least 10 feet, forward 2-foot curves left and right across the
rink, 2-foot turn front to back, on the spot
A well balanced program with elements se-lected from Badges 1-12 in addition to a
selection from salchow, toe loop, loop jump, 1/2 rev jumps, 2-foot spin (pick up outside
foot-beginning back spin) waltz/toe comb or salchow/toe comb. Emphasis on spins,
jumps and footwork. Instrumental music (.2 deduction for vocal music) (.2 deduction for each element above badge 5) 2:00 +/- 10
sec
V
In a figure 8 pattern: glide on 2 feet into left backward outside 3 turn into left for-
ward inside Mohawk and repeat and then glide on 2 feet into right backward outside
3-turn into right forward inside Mohawk and repeat. Then down length of rink:
right forward outside to inside change of edge into left forward inside 3 turn and
then right forward inside to outside change edge into left forward outside 3 turn. Then down length of rink: left for-ward outside to inside change edge into right forward inside 3-turn and then left forward inside to outside change edge
into right forward outside 3-turn.
Gliding forward to backward 2-foot turn, back-ward 1-foot glide length of body (left and
right), forward pivot
A well balanced program with elements se-lected from Levels I-IV in addition to a selec-tion from single rotation jumps, single rotation jump combinations, change of foot spins, and
change of position spins with emphasis on spins, spin combinations, advanced jumps, and jump combinations. Instrumental music (.2 deduction for vocal music) (.2 deduction
for each element above badge 5) 2:30 +/- 10 sec
Special Olympics Programs
Level Compulsory Skills Competition Freeskate
VI
Forward cross-strokes down length of rink. Backward cross-strokes down
length of rink. Right forward outside bracket...push backwards into a left back-wards inside bracket stop (closing circle) left forward outside bracket...push back-ward into a right back inside bracket stop
(closing circle) Right forward inside bracket...push backwards into left back-wards outside bracket stop (closing cir-cle) left forward inside bracket...push
backwards into right back outside bracket stop (closing circle)
Backward stroking across the rink, gliding backward to forward 2-foot turn, t-stop (left of
right)
A well balanced program with elements se-lected from Levels I-V in addition to a selec-tion from flying spins, change of foot spins,
change of position spins, axles, double jumps, and combination jumps. Program must in-
clude straight, circular, or serpentine footwork sequence, spiral sequence with a min of 3
changes of foot position. Instrumental music (.2 deduction for vocal music) (.2 deduction
for each element above badge 5) 3:00 +/- 10 sec
VII N/A
5 consecutive forward crossovers (left and right),
forward outside edge (left and right), 2-foot spin
N/A
VIII N/A Forward outside 3-turn (left and right), for-
ward inside edge (left and right), bunny hop N/A
IX N/A Forward inside 3-turn (left and right), 5 con-
secutive backward crossovers (left and right), forward spiral (3 times length of body)
N/A
X N/A
Consecutive forward outside edges—min 2/foot, consecutive forward inside edges—min 2/foot, forward inside Mohawk (left and right),
backward outside edge (left and right)
N/A
XI N/A
Waltz jump, 1-foot spin (min 3 rev), forward crossover, inside Mohawk, backward crosso-
ver (left and right), combination of three moves chosen from skill competition levels 8-
11
N/A
Special Olympics Programs continued
Basic Skills EVENT: Basic Elements Event: SNOWPLOW SAM – BASIC 8 In simple program form, using a limited number of connecting steps, the skating order of the required elements is optional.
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 Elements must be skated in the order listed
Level Time Skating rules / standards
Snow-
plow Sam
1-3
1:00
max.
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 Forward slalom Backward one foot glide - either foot Two foot spin – minimum three revolutions
Basic 4
1:00
max.
Standstill forward outside three-turn - R & L Forward outside edge on a circle clockwise or counter clockwise Forward crossovers 4-6 consecutive both directions Backward stroking - 4-6 strokes Backward snowplow stop - R or L
Basic 5
1:00
max.
Backward outside edge on a circle clockwise or counterclockwise 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
Basic 6
1:00
max.
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
Basic 7
1:00
max.
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
Basic 8
1:00
max.
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
Basic Skills EVENT: BASIC PROGRAM EVENT: 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 Time Skating rules / standards
Snowplow Sam
1-3
1:00 +/-10
max.
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 +/-10
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 +/-10
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 +/-10
max.
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
Basic 4
1:00 +/-10
max.
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
Basic 5
1:00 +/-10
max.
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
Basic 6
1:00 +/-10
max.
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
Basic 7
1:00 +/-10
max.
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
Basic 8
1:00 +/-10
max.
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
Basic Skills EVENT: Free Skate 1-6 Compulsory Event Format: In simple program form, using a limited number of connecting steps with the skating order of the required elements in the same order as listed below.
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
Level Time Skating rules / standards
Free Skate 1
1:15 max.
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
Free Skate 2
1:15 max.
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
Free Skate 3
1:15 max.
Forward crossovers in a figure 8 Backward inside three-turns, R & L Back spin- minimum three revolutions Salchow jump
Free Skate 4
1:15 max.
Forward power 3's, 2-3 consecutive sets-R or L Sit spin- minimum three revolutions Loop jump Waltz jump/loop jump combination
Free Skate 5
1:15 max.
Camel spin- minimum three revolutions Forward upright spin to back upright spin- minimum three revolutions, each foot Loop/loop jump combination Flip jump
Free Skate 6
1:15 max.
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
Basic Skills EVENT: Free Skate 1-6 Program Event
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 demon-strated 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 previ-ous levels
A .2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level
Time 1:30+/-10sec
Level Time Skating rules / standards
Free Skate 1
1:30+/-10
sec
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
Free Skate 2
1:30+/-10
sec
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
Free Skate 3
1:30+/-10
sec
Forward crossovers in a figure 8 Back spin- minimum three revolutions Salchow jump Waltz jump/toe loop or Salchow/toe loop jump combination
Free Skate 4
1:30+/-10
sec
Forward power 3's, 2-3 consecutive sets -R or L Sit spin- minimum three revolutions Loop jump Waltz jump/loop jump combination
Free Skate 5
1:30+/-10
sec
Camel spin- minimum three revolutions Forward upright spin to back upright spin- minimum three revolutions, each foot Loop/loop jump combination Flip jump
Free Skate 6
1:30+/-10
sec
Camel, sit spin combination - minimum of four revolutions total Split jump or stag jump Waltz jump, ½ loop, Salchow jump sequence