Lockport Invitational & Basic Skills Event

LOCKPORT INVITATIONAL & BASIC SKILLS EVENT

June 22, 2019

TO BE HELD AT CORNERSTONE ARENA LOCKPORT, NEW YORK

Sanctioned by: US Figure Skating - #28657 Canadian Sanction - #22020-2019 th Entry Deadline: May 27 , 2019

Events include: Freestyle, Short Program, Excel Freeskate, Adult Events, Compulsory Moves, Footwork, Jumps, Spins, Dance, Showcase, Interpretive, & Basic Skills Events

FOR MORE INFO : [email protected] Register online on EntryEeze at http://comp.entryeeze.com/Home.aspx?cid=556 or download paper applications available online at: www.buffaloskating.com

The Lockport Invitational Competition is open to all eligible skaters who are members in good standing with US Figure Skating or Skate Canada.

US Figure Skating rules for non-qualifying competitions, as set forth in the 2018-2019 US Figure Skating Rulebook, shall apply. The IJS judging system will be used for all short programs & Juvenile through Senior freestyle (except Open Juvenile) and Adult Gold freestyle, all other events will be judged using the 6.0 judging system.

ELIGIBILITY The Lockport Invitational Competition is open to all eligible skaters who are members in good standing with US Figure Skating, Skate Canada or an accredited basic skills program. The competition will be conducted in accordance with the rules of US Figure Skating governing non-qualifying competitions, and will be governed by the official rules of US Figure Skating as specified in the current US Figure Skating rulebook, except as modified by this announcement. th Eligibility will be determined by age and/or tests passed as of May 27 , 2019. Large events will be separated into flights with separate awards for each flight. Skaters may choose to skate in any category for which they qualify. Skaters may not compete below their test level. Freeskate test level passed is the criterion for Freeskate and Compulsory Moves events.

ENTRIES Both mail and online entries will be accepted. Paper entries must be filled out completely and th legibly to be accepted and postmarked no later than May 27 , 2019. Secure online entry with credit card payment can be done at www.entryeeze.com and must be completed no later than th midnight May 27 , 2019. The competition chairperson reserves the right to cancel an event if there are fewer than 3 entrants (with full refund of entry fee), and to combine and divide groups

Paper entries should be mailed to: Lockport Invitational 8163 Oak Leaf Lane Williamsville, NY 14221

ENTRY FEES Mailed paper entries must be accompanied by entry fees which should be made out to: The Buffalo Skating Club. All checks and/or money orders must be in US FUNDS ONLY. Late applications are subject to a $25.00 late fee and will only be accepted upon available time and space. No refunds will be issued after the close of entries (including medical) unless an event has been cancelled. If you register online, the processing fee is not refundable for any reason. Please contact [email protected] for refund information. Returned checks are subject to a $25.00 service fee. Entry fees are as follows:

$75.00 for each IJS event (short & long programs) $65.00 for first 6.0 event (non IJS events) $20.00 for each additional event (non IJS events) $12.00 (per skater) for Team events st nd $30.00 for 1 Basic Skills Event; $20 for 2 Basic Skills Event

REGISTRATION A registration desk will be open throughout the competition, located in the lobby area of Cornerstone Arena. Competitors should arrive approximately one hour prior to their designated skate time and register promptly upon arrival. Events will not be delayed for late arriving skaters.

PLANNED PROGRAM CONTENT SHEET All skaters competing in the short program, Juvenile through Senior freestyle and Adult Gold freestyle events are requested to update their Planned Program Content on the US Figure Skating website, or to submit a Planned Program Content Sheet with their registration form.

AWARDS st nd rd th th Medals will be given for 1 , 2 and 3 places. Ribbons will be awarded for 4 and 5 places. Award ceremonies will take place at posted times throughout the competition. Awards will also be available immediately after the event has been posted for pick up at registration.

RESULTS Results will be available at the registration desk after each event for $5.00 for IJS events, $0.25 per copy for 6.0 events. MUSIC Each competitor must supply their own music on a CD (No CD-RW’s, MP3’s, or music upload systems) for the freestyle, short program, footwork and showcase events. CDs should be clearly labeled with skater’s name, event and running time. CDs must have only 1 track. Skaters are urged to bring an additional copy of their competition music. Music is to be turned in at registration and will be available at the registration desk for pick up shortly after the event. FACILITIES All events will take place at Cornerstone Arena, 34 Chestnut Street, Lockport, New York 14094. The ice surface is 200’ x 85’ with rounded corners. The full surface will be used for all events with the exception of the specific compulsory & basic skills events mentioned in this announcement. A snack bar and dressing rooms are available. Various vendors will be on hand selling dresses, t-shirts, pictures and more. LOCKER ROOMS & CHANGING AREAS: Only athletes competing at the figure skating event are allowed in the Locker Rooms/Changing Areas. An exception may be allowed for an athlete age 11 years or younger to be accompanied by one parent of the same sex to assist their child immediately prior to and after their skating event(s). All Locker Rooms/Changing Areas will be monitored. If any concerns arise, immediately contact the Locker Room/Changing Area monitor. If there are concerns regarding this policy, an athlete should change prior to arrive at the competition. The use of any recording and photographic devices inside a Locker Room/changing Area is strictly prohibited. Any violation of this policy is punishable under the U. S. Figure Skating SafeSport police and U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook. SCHEDULE As soon as possible after registration a tentative schedule of events and information regarding practice ice will be posted on the BSC website: www.buffaloskating.com. LIABILITY US Figure Skating, The Buffalo Skating Club, and the Cornerstone Arena accept no responsibility for injury or damage sustained by any participant in the competition. This is in accordance with Rule 1600 of the official US Figure Skating rulebook.

INFORMATION REGARDING COACHES U.S. Figure Skating Rule MR 5.11 Coach Registration In order to be granted access to work within U.S. Figure Skating sanctioned activities, each coach must complete the following requirements on an annual basis by July 1: A. Must be a current full member of U.S. Figure Skating - either through a member club or as an individual member; B. Must complete the coach registration process through the U.S. Figure Skating Members Only site, submit proper payment for the annual registration fee of $30 and, if 18 years of age or older, successfully pass the background screen. C. Must complete the appropriate CER courses (A, B, C or D) depending on the highest level of students being coached as of July 1. See rule MR 5.12. D. Must submit proof of current general liability insurance with limits of $1 million per occurrence/$5 million aggregate. For Learn to Skate USA ONLY coaches - Any person, 18 and older, instructing a Learn to Skate USA Program must have successfully passed the annual background screen, be registered as a Learn to Skate USA instructor and completed the Learn to Skate USA Instructor Certification or U.S. Figure Skating Coach Compliance. The local organizing committee/club will have a list of compliant coaches who are cleared for a credential at the competition. Coaches will need to check in at the event registration desk and show a government issued photo I.D. to receive a credential. If a coach cannot provide a photo I.D. and is not on the list or cannot produce the necessary documents, he or she will not be allowed a credential – no exceptions. We strongly urge all coaches to have their cards with them. Non-credentialed coaches will not be permitted in the designated coaching area at rink side during events including practice sessions. Coaching at U.S. Figure Skating events without proper registration is an ethics violation which is reported to U.S. Figure Skating and PSA. For more information regarding Coach Compliance, please refer to: http://usfsa.org/story?id=84159

ACCOMMODATIONS

Listed below are various hotels close to the ice rink.

Hampton Inn - Lockport Best Western Plus Lockport 6082 S Transit Rd, Lockport, NY 14094 515 S Transit St, Lockport, NY 14094 (716) 625-6900 (716) 434-6151

Holiday Inn Lockport Lockport Inn and Suites 515 South Transit Street Lockport, NY 14094 315 S Transit St, Lockport, NY 14094 (716) 434-6151 (716) 434-5595

Get more information on hotels and area attractions from the http://www.visitbuffaloniagara.com/ and Visitors Bureau at http://www.lockportny.gov/visitors/visitor-guide/

ADMISSION Admission to all events is free

INQUIRIES For further information the following people may be contacted: (email is the preferred method of communication)

Registration & General Inquiries [email protected] Dawn Ahlers 716-636-4830

Information will also be posted on the Buffalo Skating Club’s website at: www.buffaloskating.com Please check it often.

EVENT: Well Balanced Program Free Skate General event parameters: 1. Skaters may not enter both a Well Balanced Free Skate event and an Excel Free Skate event at the same non-qualifying competition. 2. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted for Pre-Preliminary – Intermediate. 3. 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. 4. The IJS judging will be utilized for Juvenile through Senior Events. 5. 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 “Singles/Pairs”

Level Jumps Spins Step Sequences Max. 5 jump elements: Max. 2 spins: Max. 1 Sequence: NO-TEST ● All single jumps allowed except for the single Axel ● Spins may change feet ● Step sequence must ● No single Axels, double jumps or triple or quadruple jumps and/or position use one-half the ice 1:40 ● Number of single jumps (except single Axels is not limited ● Spins may start with a flying surface Maximum provided the maximum number of jump elements allowed is entry ● Moves in the field and not exceeded ● Minimum 3 revs. spiral sequences are ● Maximum of 2 jump combinations or sequences ● Spins must be of a different permitted but will not ● Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except that one character (For definition see be counted as 3-jump combination with a maximum of 3 single jumps is rule 6103E) elements. permitted ● Jumps may be ● Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by included in the step an Axel-type jump (waltz jump) sequence

Maximum of 5 jump elements: Maximum of 2 spins: Max. 1 Sequence: PRE-PRELI ● All single jumps, including the single Axel, allowed ● Spins may change feet ● Step sequence must MINARY ● No double, triple or quadruple jumps allowed and/or position. use one-half the ice ● Axel may be repeated once as a solo jump or part of a jump ● Spins may start with a flying surface 1:40 sequence or jump combination (maximum of 2 single Axels) entry ● Moves in the field and maximum ● Number of single jumps is not limited provided the ● Min. of 3 revolutions spiral sequences are maximum number of jump elements allowed is not allowed but will not be *means exceeded These spins must be of a counted as elements element is ● Max 2 jump combinations or jump sequences different character. ● Jumps may be required ● Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except that one For definition see U.S. Figure included in the step 3-jump combination with a maximum of 3 single jumps is Skating Rule 6103(E) sequence allowed ● Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an Axel-type jump Maximum of 5 jump elements: Maximum of 2 spins: Max. 1 Sequence: PRELIMINA ● One must be an Axel-type jump or a waltz jump* ● Spins may change feet ● Step sequence must RY ● All single jumps, including the single Axel allowed. Only 2 and/or position use one-half the ice different double jumps may be attempted (limited to double ● Spins may start with a flying surface 1:30 +/- 10 Salchow, double toe loop and double loop entry ● Moves in the field and sec. ● Double flip, double Lutz, double Alex, triple and quadruple ● Min. 3 revs. spiral sequences are jumps are not allowed. allowed but will not be *means ● An Axel plus up to 2 different, allowable double jumps may These spins must be of a counted as elements element is be repeated once (but no more) as solo jumps or part of a different character ● Jumps may be required jump sequence or jump combination. For definition see U.S. Figure included in the step ● Number of single jumps is not limited provided the Skating Rule 6103 (E) sequence maximum number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded. ● Max of 2 jump combinations or sequences ● Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except that one 3 jump combination with a maximum of 2 double jumps and 1 single jump is allowed ● Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an Axel-type jump

Maximum of 5 jump elements: Maximum of 2 spins: Max 1 Sequence: PRE-JUVENILE ● 1 must be an Axel-type jump* ● 1 spin combination, with or ● Step sequence must ● All single and double jumps allowed except for the without change of foot (Min fully utilize the ice 2:00 +/- 10 double Axel 6 rev)* surface sec. ● No double Axels, triple or quadruple jumps allowed ● 1 spin with only 1 position. ● Moves in the field and ● An Axel plus up to 3 different double jumps may be No change of foot. Min 4 spiral sequences are *means repeated once (but no more) as solo jumps or part of a rev.* permitted but will not element is jump sequence or jump combination be counted as required ● Number of single jumps is not limited provided the Both spins may start with a elements. maximum number of jump elements allowed is not flying entry ● Jumps may be exceeded included in the step ● Max 2 jump combinations or sequences These spins must be of a sequence ● Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except that one different character 3-jump combination with a maximum of 2 double jumps For definition see U.S. Figure and 1 single jump is allowed Skating Rule 6103 (E) ● Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an Axel-type jump Maximum 5 Jump Elements Max 2 Spins Max 1 Sequence: JUVENILE • 1 must be an Axel-type jump* • 1 spin combination; with or ● One choreographic • All single and double jumps, including the double Axel, without change of foot* step sequence* 2:20 +/- 10 sec and one triple jump are allowed o Min 8 revs ● Must fully utilize the • No additional triple jumps and no quadruple jumps are o Min 2 revs in each position ice surface *means allowed • 1 spin with only 1 position; element is • No more than 3 different double jumps may be repeated no change of foot* required and, if repeated, at least one attempt must be in a jump o Min 5 revs combination or a jump sequence • If both executions (of the double) are as solo jumps, the Both spins may start with a second of these jumps will receive 70% of its original base flying entry value Spins must be of a different • No double jump can be included more than twice. The character triple jump can only be included once. (See U.S. Figure Skating rule • Max 2 jump combinations or sequences 6103 (E)) • Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps, except one 3-jump combination with a maximum of 2 double jumps and 1 single jump is allowed. If double Axel or triple jump is part of 3-jump combination, then 2 other double jumps may be included. • Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an Axel-type jump.

Maximum of 6 jump elements: Maximum 2 Spins ● Max 1 Sequence: INTERMEDIATE ● 1 must be an Axel-type jump* • 1 spin combination; with or ● One leveled step ● All single, double and triple jumps allowed. No without change of foot* sequence* 3:00 +/-10 sec quadruple jumps allowed. • Min 8 revs ● Level 2. Only ● No more than 2 different jumps with 2-1/2 or 3 • Min 2 revs in each position Minimum Variety (5 *means revolutions may be repeated • 1 spin with only 1 position; turns) & Simple element is ● If any double or triple jumps, including the double Axel, no change of foot* Variety (7 turns) and required are repeated, at least one attempt must be part of a • Min 5 revs rotation in each jump combination or sequence direction covering at ● If both executions (of the double or triple) are as solo Both spins may start with a least 1/3 of the jumps, the second of these jumps will receive 70% of its flying entry pattern in each original base value Spins must be of a different direction will be ● No double or triple jump can be included more than character evaluated for the level twice ● Must fully utilize the ● Max 3 jump combinations or sequences (See U.S. Figure Skating rule ice surface ● Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one 6103 (E)) 3-jump combination is allowed ● Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an Axel-type jump.

Maximum of 7 jump elements: Maximum of 3 spins: Max 1 Sequence: NOVICE ● 1 must be an Axel-type jumps* ● 1 spin combination; with or ● One leveled step ● All single, double and triple jumps are allowed. No without change of foot (Min sequence* 3:30 +/- 10 sec quadruple jumps allowed. 10 revs) (Min 2 revs in each ● Must fully utilize the ice ● No more than 1 double Axel and 2 different triple position) * surface *means jumps may be repeated, and if repeated, at least 1 ● 1 flying spin with no change element is attempt must be as part of a jump combination or of foot or position (Min 6 required sequence revs)* ● If both executions (of the double Axel or same triple) ● 3rd spin is option of skater are as solo jumps the second of these jumps will receive 70% of its original base value All spins may start with a flying ● There is no limit to the number of different double entry jumps that can be repeated, but no double or triple jump can be included more than twice Spins must be of a different ● character ● Max 3 jump combinations or sequences ● Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one For definition see U.S. Figure 3-jump combination is allowed Skating Rule 6103 (E) ● Jump Sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an Axel-type jump.

Maximum of 7 jump elements: Maximum of 3 spins: Max 1 Sequence: JUNIOR LADIES ● 1 must be an Axel-type jump* ● 1 spin combination; with or ● One leveled step ● Jumps can contain any number of revolutions without change of foot (Min sequence* 3:30 +/- 10 sec ● Of all the triple or quads, only 2 can be executed 10 revs) (All 3 basic positions ● Must fully utilize the ice twice with min 2 revs in each surface *means ● If both executions (of the same triple or quad) are as position for highest base element is solo jumps, the second of these jumps will receive value)* required 70% of its original base value ● 1 spin with a flying entry (Min ● No double jump, including double Axel, can be 6 revs included more than twice in total as solo jump or part ● 1 spin with only 1 position of a combination/sequence (Min 6 revs)* ● Max 3 jump combinations or sequences ● Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one All spins may change feet and 3-jump combination is allowed start with a flying entry ● Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an Axel-type jump. Spins must be of a different character

For definition see U.S. Figure Skating Rule 6103 (E)

Maximum of 7 jump elements: Maximum of 3 spins: Max 1 Sequence: JUNIOR MEN ● 1 must be an Axel-type jump* ● 1 spin combination with or ● One leveled step ● Jumps can contain any number of revolutions without change of foot (Min sequence* 3:30 +/- 10 sec ● Of all the triple or quads, only 2 can be executed twice 10 revs) (All 3 basic positions ● Must fully utilize the ice ● If both executions (of the same triple or quad) are as with min 2 revs in each surface *means solo jumps, the second of these jumps will receive position for highest base element is 70% of its original base value value)* required ● No double jump, including double Axel, can be ● 1 spin with a flying entry (Min included more than twice in total as solo jump or part 6 revs of a combination/sequence ● 1 spin with only 1 position ● Max 3 jump combinations or sequences (Min 6 revs)* ● Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one 3-jump combination is allowed All spins may change feet and ● Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately start with a flying entry followed by an Axel-type jump. Spins must be of a different character

For definition see U.S. Figure Skating Rule 6103 (E)

Maximum of 7 jump elements: Maximum of 3 spins: Max 2 Sequences: SENIOR ● 1 must be an Axel-type jump* ● 1 spin combination; with or ● One leveled step LADIES ● Jumps can contain any number of revolutions without change of foot (Min sequence (Must fully ● Of all the triples or quads, only 2 can be executed 10 revs) (all 3 basic positions utilize the ice surface)* 4:00 +/- 10 sec twice with min 2 revs in each ● One choreographic ● Of the 2 repetitions only 1 can be a quad jump. Only position for highest base sequence (Must be *means 1 quad jump can be repeated. value)* clearly visible)* element is ● No double jump, including double Axel, can be ● 1 spin with a flying entry (Min required included more than twice in total as solo jump or part 6 revs)* of a combination/sequence ● 1 spin with only 1 position ● Max 3 jump combinations or sequences (Min 6 revs)* ● Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one 3-jump combination is allowed All spins may change feet and ● Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately start with a flying entry followed by an Axel-type jump. Spins must be of a different character

For definition see U.S. Figure Skating Rule 6103 (E)

Maximum of 7 jump elements: Maximum of 3 spins: Max 2 Sequences: SENIOR MEN ● 1 must be an Axel-type jump* ● 1 spin combination; with or ● One leveled step ● Jumps can contain any number of revolutions without change of foot (Min sequence (Must fully 4:00 +/- 10 sec ● Of all the triples or quads, only 2 can be executed 10 revs) (all 3 basic positions utilize the ice surface)* twice with min 2 revs in each ● One choreographic *means ● Of the 2 repetitions only 1 can be a quad jump. Only position for highest base sequence (Must be element is 1 quad jump can be repeated. value)* clearly visible)* required ● No double jump, including double Axel, can be ● 1 spin with a flying entry (Min included more than twice in total as solo jump or 6 revs)* part of a combination/sequence ● 1 spin with only 1 position ● Max 3 jump combinations or sequences (Min 6 revs)* ● Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one 3-jump combination is allowed All spins may change feet and ● Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately start with a flying entry followed by an Axel-type jump. Spins must be of a different character

For definition see U.S. Figure Skating Rule 6103 (E)

SHORT PROGRAM Skaters may not compete below their test level. They must skate at their test level OR up one level, but not both.

CATEGORY QUALIFICATIONS DURATION Intermediate Governed by Rules of 2018-2019 U.S. Figure Skating Rule Book, Rule No. 4230 2:10 min. max. Novice Governed by Rules of 2018-2019 U.S. Figure Skating Rule Book, Rule No. 4220 2:30 min. max. Junior Governed by Rules of 2018-2019 U.S. Figure Skating Rule Book, Rule No. 4120 2:40 +/- 10 sec. Senior Governed by Rules of 2018-2019 U.S. Figure Skating Rule Book, Rule No. 4200 2:40 +/- 10 sec.

EVENT: Adult Free Skate General event parameters: 1. Skaters may not enter both a Well Balanced Free Skate event and an Excel Free Skate event at the same nonqualifying competition. 2. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels. 3. 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. 4. Minimum number of spin revolutions are in parentheses following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position. 5. The following deductions will be taken: - -0.1 from each mark for each technical element included that is not permitted in the event description. - -0.2 from the technical mark for each extra element included. - -0.1 from the technical mark for any spin that is less than the required minimum revolutions.

Level Jumps Spins Step Sequences Maximum 5 Jump Elements: Maximum 3 Spins: Maximum 1 Step Sequence: ● Max 3 combinations or sequences ● Spins must be of different ● 1 choreographic step sequence, fully ● 1 jump combination/sequence may contain character (for definition, see utilizing the ice surface (may include 3 jumps; the remaining jump U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103(E) moves in the field and spirals) combinations/sequences are limited to 2 ● Min. 4 revolutions total if no ● Additional moves in the field, spiral jumps change of foot and step sequences will not be counted ● Each jump combination or sequence may ● Min. 4 revolutions each foot if as elements but will be counted as include only 1 double jump change of foot transitions and marked as such. ● Jump sequence is any listed jump ● Min. 2 revolutions in position ADULT GOLD immediately followed by an Axel-type jump. 2:40 max ● Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as part of a combination or sequence ● If both executions of the same jump are as solo jumps, the second of these jumps will receive 70% of its original base value ● All single jumps, including the single Axel, and the following double jumps are permitted: double toe loop, double Salchow. ● Double loop, double flip, double Lutz, double Axel and triple jumps are not permitted Maximum 5 Jump Elements: Maximum 2 Spins: Maximum 1 Step Sequence: ● Max 2 combinations or sequences ● Max Level 2 ● 1 choreographic step sequence, fully ● 1 combination may contain 3 jumps, and ● Spins must be of different utilizing at least ½ of the ice surface the other may contain only 2 jumps character (for definition, see (may include moves in the field and ● Jump sequence is any listed jump U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103(E) spirals) immediately followed by an Axel-type ● Min. 3 revolutions total if no ● Additional moves in the field, spiral and ADULT SILVER jump. change of foot step sequences will not be counted as ● Non-listed jumps of not more than 1 ● Min. 3 revolutions each foot if elements but will be counted as 2:10 max revolution performed as part of connecting change of foot transitions and marked as such footwork preceding single jumps are ● Min. 2 revolutions in position permitted. ● Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as part of a combination or sequence (maximum of 2 of any jump) ● All single jumps, including single Axel, are permitted ● No double or triple jumps are permitted

Maximum 4 Jump Elements: Maximum 2 Spins: Maximum 1 Sequence ● Max 2 combinations or sequences ● Spins must be of different ● 1 Choreographic step sequence, fully ● 1 jump combination/sequence may contain character (for definition, see utilizing at least ½ of the ice surface 3 jumps, and the other may contain only 2 U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103(E) (may include moves in the field and jumps ● Min 3 revs total if no change of spirals) ● Jump sequence is any listed jump foot ● Additional moves in the field, spiral ADULT BRONZE immediately followed by an Axel-type ● Min 3 revs each foot if change and step sequences will not be counted jump. of foot as elements but will be counted as 1:50 max ● Each jump may be repeated only once and ● Min 2 revs in each position transitions and marked as such. only as part of a combination or sequence ● No flying spins are permitted (maximum of 2 of any jump) ● All single jumps are permitted (except single Axel) ● No single Axel, double or triple jumps are permitted

Maximum 4 Jump Elements: Max. 2 Spins Maximum 1 Sequence ● Max 2 combinations or sequences ● Max Level 1 ● Connecting steps throughout the ● 1 jump combination/sequence may contain ● Spins must be of different program are required. 3 jumps, and the other may contain only 2 character (for definition, see jumps U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103(E) ADULT PRE ● Jump sequence is any listed jump ● Min. 3 revs BRONZE immediately followed by an Axel-type ● Spins with a flying entry are not jump. permitted 1:40 max ● Each jump may be repeated only once and only as part of a combination or sequence (maximum of 2 of any jump) ● Only single and half-revolution jumps are permitted ● No single Lutz, single Axel or double or triple jumps are permitted

EVENT: Excel Free Skate General event parameters: 1. Skaters may not enter both a Well-Balanced Free Skate event and a Test Track Free Skate event at the same non-qualifying competition. 2. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels. 3. 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. 4. Minimum number of spin revolutions are in ( ) following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position. 5. The following deductions will be taken: - 0.1 from each mark for each technical element included that is not permitted in the event description. - 0.2 from the technical mark for each extra element included. - 0.1 from the technical mark for any spin that is less than the required minimum revolutions. Level Jumps Spins Step Sequences EXCEL BEGINNER Maximum of 4 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: Jumps with no more than one-half rotation Two upright spins Choreographic Step Sequence* 1:40 maximum (front to back or back to front) (ChSt) No change of foot May not have passed Single rotation jumps: Salchow, toe loop only Must use one-half of the ice higher than Learn to No flying entry surface Skate USA Free Skate 2 Eulers (half loops) are not allowed. Minimum 3 revolutions Moves in the field and spiral Maximum 2 jump combinations or sequences sequences are allowed but will not be counted as Maximum 2 of any same jump elements

Jumps may be included in the step sequence EXCEL HIGH BEGINNER Maximum of 5 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: Jumps with no more than one-half rotation Both spins must be in a single Choreographic Step Sequence* 1:40 maximum (front to back or back to front) position (ChSt)

Must not have passed Single rotation jumps: toe loop, Salchow, Euler No flying entry Must use one-half of the ice higher than Learn to (half-loop), loop surface Skate USA Free Skate 4 Permitted forward spins: Flip, Lutz, & Axel NOT permitted upright, sit, camel Moves in the field and spiral sequences are allowed but will Maximum 2 jump combinations or sequences Permitted back spins: upright not be counted as elements Maximum 2 of any same jump Minimum 3 revolutions Jumps may be included in the Spins must be of a different step sequence character Maximum 5 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: EXCEL All single jumps allowed, except for the Axel One spin must be in a single Choreographic Step Sequence* PRE-PRELIMINARY • No single Axels, double, or higher jumps position* (ChSt) allowed • Must use one-half of the ice 1:40 maximum • Number of single jumps (except single Axel) is One spin may change feet surface not limited provided the maximum number of and/or position • Moves in the field and spiral Must not have passed jump elements allowed is not exceeded sequences are allowed but will higher than U.S. Figure No flying entry not be counted as elements Skating pre-preliminary Maximum 2 jump combinations or jump • Jumps may be included in the free skate test sequences Minimum 3 revolutions step sequence • Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One *Means required 3-jump combination is allowed Spins must be of a different element • Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately character followed by a waltz jump

Maximum of 5 jump elements: Maximum of 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: EXCEL PRELIMINARY • No single Axels, double, or higher jumps One spin must be in a single Choreographic Step Sequence* allowed position* (ChSt) 1:30 +/- 10 sec. • Must use one-half of the ice • Number of single jumps (except single Axel) is not limited provided the maximum number of One spin may change feet surface Must not have passed and/or position • Moves in the field and spiral jump elements allowed is not exceeded higher sequences are allowed but will than U.S. Figure Skating Maximum 2 jump combinations or jump No flying entry not be counted as elements Preliminary free skate • Jumps may be included in the sequences test • Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One Minimum 3 revolutions step sequence 3-jump combination is allowed *means required • Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately Spins must be of a different element followed by a waltz jump character

Maximum of 5 jump elements: Maximum of 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: EXCEL PRELIMINARY • All single jumps allowed, including the Single One spin must be in a single Choreographic Step Sequence* PLUS Axel position* (ChSt) • Must use one-half of the ice • No double, or higher jumps allowed 1:30 +/- 10 sec. • Single Axel may be repeated once (but not One spin may change feet surface and/or position • Moves in the field and spiral more) as a solo jump or part of a jump sequence Must not have passed or jump combination (maximum 2 single Axels) sequences are allowed but will higher • Number of remaining single jumps is not No flying entry not be counted as elements than U.S. Figure Skating • Jumps may be included in the limited provided the maximum number of jump Preliminary free skate elements allowed is not exceeded Minimum 3 revolutions step sequence test • Maximum 2 jump combinations or jump Spins must be of a different *means required sequences character element • All single jumps, including the single Axel are allowed as part of a jump combination or sequence (no double jumps) • Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One 3-jump combination is allowed • Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an

Maximum of 5 jump elements: Maximum of 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: EXCEL PRE-JUVENILE • All single jumps allowed, except for the Axel 1 spin combination, with or Choreographic Step Sequence* • No single Axels, double, or higher jumps without change of foot* (ChSt) 2:00 +/- 10 sec. o Minimum 6 revolutions • Must fully utilize the ice surface allowed o No flying entry • Moves in the field and spiral • Number of single jumps (except single Axel) is Must not have passed not limited provided the maximum number of sequences are allowed but will higher jump elements allowed is not exceeded 1 spin with only 1 position* not be counted as elements than U.S. Figure Skating o No change of foot • Jumps may be included in the Pre-Juvenile free skate • Maximum 2 jump combinations or jump o No flying entry step sequence test sequences o Minimum 4 revolutions • Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One *means required 3-jump combination is allowed Spins must be of a different element • Jump sequence any listed jump immediately character followed by a waltz jump.

Maximum of 5 jump elements: Maximum of 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: EXCEL PRE-JUVENILE • 1 must be an Axel-type jump or a waltz jump* 1 spin combination, with or Choreographic Step Sequence* PLUS • All single jumps allowed, including the Single without change of foot* (ChSt) o Minimum 6 revolutions • Must fully utilize the ice surface Axel. 2:00 +/- 10 sec. o No flying entry • Moves in the field and spiral • Only 1 double jump may be attempted (limited to double Salchow or double Toe loop) sequences are allowed but will Must not have passed • Double loop, double flip, double Lutz, double 1 spin with only 1 position* not be counted as elements higher o No change of foot • Jumps may be included in the Axel and higher jumps not allowed. than U.S. Figure Skating • Axel plus up to 1 allowable double jump may o No flying entry step sequence Pre-Juvenile free skate be repeated once (but not more) as solo jumps o Minimum 4 revolutions test or part of a jump sequence or jump combination • Number of single jumps is not limited provided Spins must be of a different *means required the maximum number of jump elements character element allowed is not exceeded

• Maximum 2 jump combinations or sequences • Jump combination limited to 2 jumps. One 3 jump combination is allowed • Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an axel type

Maximum of 5 jump elements: Maximum of 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: EXCEL JUVENILE • All single jumps allowed, including the Single 1 spin combination, with or Choreographic Step Sequence* Axel. without change of foot* (ChSt) 2:20 +/- 10 sec. • No double or higher jumps allowed • Minimum 6 revolutions • Must fully utilize the ice surface • Axel may be repeated once (but not more) as a • Minimum 2 revolutions in Must not have passed solo jump or part of a jump sequence or jump each position higher than U.S. Figure combination (maximum 2 single Axels) Skating Juvenile free • Number of remaining single jumps is not 1 spin with only 1 position* skate test limited provided the maximum number of jump • No change of foot elements allowed is not exceeded • Minimum 5 revolutions *means required element • Maximum 2 jump combinations or sequences Both Spins may start with a • All single jumps, including the single Axel are flying entry allowed as part of a jump combination or sequence (no double jumps) Spins must be of a different • Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One character 3-jump combination is allowed • Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an axel type jump

EXCEL JUVENILE PLUS Maximum of 5 jump elements: Maximum of 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: • 1 must be an Axel-type jump* 1 spin combination, with or Choreographic Step Sequence* 2:20 +/- 10 sec. • All single jumps allowed, including the Single without change of foot* (ChSt) Axel. • Minimum 6 revolutions • Must fully utilize the ice surface Must not have passed • Only 2 double jumps may be attempted • Minimum 2 revolutions in higher than U.S. Figure (limited to double Salchow or double Toe loop) each position Skating Juvenile free • Double loop, double flip, double Lutz, double skate test Axel and higher jumps not allowed 1 spin with only 1 position* • No more than 1 Axel and 2 different double • No change of foot *means required jumps may be repeated once (but not more) as • Minimum 5 revolutions element solo jumps or part of a jump sequence or jump combination Both Spins may start with a • Number of single jumps is not limited provided flying entry the maximum number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded Spins must be of a different character • Maximum 2 jump combinations or sequences • Jump combination limited to 2 jumps. One 3 jump combination is allowed • Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an axel type jump.

Maximum of 6 jump elements: Maximum of 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: EXCEL INTERMEDIATE • 1 must be an Axel-type jump* 1 spin combination, with or Choreographic Step Sequence* • All single jumps allowed, including the Single without change of foot* (ChSt) 3:00 +/- 10 sec. Axel. • Minimum 6 revolutions • Must fully utilize the ice surface Double Salchow, double toe loop and double • Minimum 2 revolutions in Must not have passed loop allowed each position higher than U.S. Figure • Double flip, double Lutz, double Axel and Skating Intermediate higher jumps not allowed 1 spin with only 1 position* free skate test • No more than 1 Axel and 2 different double • No change of foot jumps may be repeated once (but not more) as • Minimum 5 revolutions *means required solo jumps or part of a jump sequence or jump element combination Both Spins may start with a • Number of single jumps is not limited provided flying entry the maximum number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded Spins must be of a different character • Maximum 3 jump combinations or sequences • Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One 3 jump combination is permitted. • Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an axel type jump.

Maximum of 6 jump elements for ladies, 7 for Maximum of 3 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: EXCEL NOVICE men: 1 spin combination, with or Choreographic Step Sequence* • 1 must be an Axel-type jump* without change of foot* (ChSt) Ladies: 3:30 +/- 10 sec. • All single jumps allowed, including the Single • Minimum 8 revolutions • Must fully utilize the ice surface Men: 3:30 +/- 10 sec. Axel. Double Salchow, double toe loop, double • Minimum 2 revolutions in loop, double flip allowed each position Must not have passed • Double Lutz, double Axel and higher jumps not higher than U.S. Figure allowed 1 flying spin with no change of Skating Novice free • No more than 1 Axel and 3 different double foot or position* skate test jumps may be repeated, and if repeated, at least • Minimum 6 revolutions 1 attempt must be as part of a jump *means required combination or sequence • 3rd spin is option of skater element • There is no limit to the number of single jumps that can be repeated, but no allowable double All Spins may start with a flying jump can be included more than twice entry

• Maximum 3 jump combinations or sequences Spins must be of a different • Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One 3 character jump combination with a maximum of 3 jumps is allowed • Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an axel type jump

Maximum of 7 jump elements: Maximum of 3 spins Maximum 1 Sequence: EXCEL JUNIOR • 1 must be an Axel-type jump* 1 spin combination, with or Choreographic Step Sequence* • All single and double jumps allowed, except without change of foot* (ChSt) Ladies & Men: 3:30 +/- the double Axel. • Minimum 10 revolutions • Must fully utilize the ice surface 10 sec. • Double Axel and higher jumps not allowed • All 3 basic positions with • No double jump can be included more than minimum 2 revolutions in each Must not have passed twice, and if repeated, at least 1 attempt must position for highest base value higher than U.S. Figure be as part of a jump combination or sequence Skating Junior free 1 spin with a flying entry* skate test • Maximum 3 jump combinations or sequences • Minimum 6 revolutions • Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One *means required 3-jump combination is allowed 1 spin with only one position* element • Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately • Minimum 6 revolutions followed by an axel type jump All Spins may change feet and start with a flying entry

Spins must be of a different character

Maximum of 7 jump elements: Maximum of 3 spins: Maximum 2 Sequences: EXCEL SENIOR • 1 must be an Axel-type jump* 1 spin combination, with or Choreographic Step Sequence* • All single and double jumps allowed, except without change of foot* (ChSt) Ladies & Men: 4:00 +/- the double Axel. • Minimum 10 revs • Must fully utilize the ice surface 10 sec. • Triple and higher jumps not allowed • All 3 basic positions with • No double jump can be included more than minimum 2 revs in each One Choreographic Sequence* Must not have passed twice, and if repeated, at least 1 attempt must position for highest base value (ChSq) higher than U.S. Figure be as part of a jump combination or sequence • Must be clearly visible Skating Senior free 1 spin with a flying entry* skate test Maximum 3 jump combinations or sequences • Minimum 6 revolutions • Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One *means required 3-jump combination is allowed 1 spin with only one position* element • Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately • Minimum 6 revolutions followed by an axel type jump. All Spins may change feet and start with a flying entry

Spins must be of a different character

SOLO DANCE

KILLIAN Open QUICK STEP One or more Gold Dances has to be passed BLUES Must not have completed US Figure Skating Gold dance test ROCKER FOXTROT Must not have completed US Figure Skating Pre-Gold or Skate Canada Sr. Silver dance test FOXTROT Must not have completed US Figure Skating Silver or Skate Canada Jr. Silver dance test TEN FOX Must not have completed US Figure Skating Pre-Silver of Skate Canada Sr. Bronze dance test FIESTA TANGO Must not have completed US Figure Skating Bronze or Skate Canada Jr. Bronze dance test DUTCH WALTZ Must not have completed US Figure Skating Pre-Bronze or Skate Canada Jr. Bronze dance test

SHADOW DANCE

KILLIAN One of the two must not have passed any USFS gold tests or Skate Canada Gold Tests ROCKER FOXTROT One of the two must not have passed any USFS Pre-Gold dances or Skate Canada Senior Silver Tests 14 STEP One of the two must not have passed any USFS Silver dances or Skate Canada Junior Silver Tests TEN FOX One of the two must not have passed any USFS Pre-Silver dances or Skate Canada Junior Silver tests FIESTA TANGO One of the two must not have passed any USFS Bronze dances or Skate Canada Senior Bronze tests DUTCH WALTZ One of the two must not have passed any USFS Pre-Bronze dances or Skate Canada Junior Bronze tests

COMPULSORY SPINS

All levels will present a program without music with spins specified for their appropriate level. Connecting moves are permitted between each spin. Spins may be done in any order. Mandatory deductions will be taken for any UNSPECIFIED OR ADDITIONAL elements or a program longer than maximum time. Connecting steps are allowed, but such steps should be limited to the minimum necessary to link the various moves. FAILED MANEUVERS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO BE RESKATED. Beginner through Juvenile and Adult will be done on half ice. Intermediate through Senior will be done on full ice. Skaters may skate at their test level or one level up.

No Test 45 seconds max. Upright one foot Spin (3 rev); Upright two foot spin (3 rev); Sit Spin (3 rev) Pre-Preliminary 1 minute max. Upright one foot spin (3 rev); Upright back scratch spin (3 rev); Sit Spin (3 rev) Preliminary 1 min. 15 sec. max. Front scratch to back scratch spin (3 rev); Combination spin with no change of foot (4 rev); Sit spin (3 rev) Pre-Juvenile 1 min. 15 sec. max. Camel spin (3 rev); Front to back scratch spin (3 rev per foot) Combination spin - camel to sit spin, no change of foot (6 rev) Juvenile 1 min. 15 sec. max. Sit spin (4 rev); Combination spin with one change of foot, optional change of position (4 rev. each foot); Girls-layback spin (4 rev), Boys-camel Spin (4 rev) Intermediate 1 min. 30 sec. max. Flying Camel (5 rev in position); Sit spin to backward sit spin (4 rev per foot); Combination spin – change of foot & change of position (4 rev per foot) Novice 1 min. 30 sec. max. Choice of camel, sit or layback spin (6 rev.) Camel spin to backward camel spin (4 rev per foot in position) Combination spin-change of foot and 2 changes of position (2 per position & 5 per foot) Junior/Senior 1 min. 30 sec. max. Flying spin of choice (6 rev.); solo spin of choice, may not fly (6 rev.); Combination spin With change of foot & utilizing all three positions (2 per position & 5 per foot) Adult Pre-Bronze 1 min. 15 sec. max. One foot upright spin (3 rev.); Two foot upright spin (3 rev.) Adult Bronze 1 min. 15 sec. max. One foot upright spin (4 rev.); One foot back spin (3 rev.); Sit spin (3 rev.) Adult Silver 1 min. 30 sec. max. Camel Spin (3 rev.); Layback, sideways leaning or sit spin (4 rev.); Combination spin with at least one change of position, no change of foot (3 rev. in each position) Adult Gold 1 min. 30 sec. max. Solo spin, no change of foot (4 rev.); Second solo spin, different from the first; change Of foot optional (4 rev.); Combination spin with only one change of foot and at least One change of position (4 rev. each foot)

COMPULSORY MOVES

Test requirements are the same as for Free Skating. Skaters will present a program, including the required elements, in any order, without music within the time allowed. This event will be skated in the form of a free skating program, but WITHOUT music. Mandatory deductions will be taken for any UNSPECIFIED or ADDITIONAL elements. Connecting steps are allowed, but should be limited to the minimum necessary to link the various moves. FAILED MANEUVERS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO BE RESKATED Beginner through Juvenile and Adult compulsory moves will be skated on one-half ice surface. Intermediate through Novice & Up will be skated on the full ice surface.

Beginner 1:15 max 1. Waltz jump (Passed no higher 2. ½ jump of choice than the LTS Basic 3. Forward two-foot or one-foot spin- minimum 3 revolutions (free leg position optional) Skills Badge 6 test 4. Forward OR Backward spiral level)

High Beginner 1:15 max 1. Toe loop jump (Passed no higher 2. Salchow jump than theLTS Badge 3. Forward scratch spin- minimum 3 revolutions Free skate 3 test 4. Forward of backward spiral level)

No Test 1:15 max 1. Loop jump (Not passed the 2. Jump combination to include a toe loop (may not use a loop or Axel) Pre- preliminary FS 3. Solo spin- sit or camel- minimum 3 revolutions test) 4. Spiral sequence, must include a forward and backward spiral- additional spirals and balance moves may be included

Pre-Preliminary 1:15 max 1. Toe Loop jump 2. Jump combination: single/single (no Axel) 3. Sit spin or Camel spin- minimum 3 revolutions 4. Spiral sequence with one foot spiral and one backward spiral (any edge)

Preliminary 1:15 max 1. Lutz jump 2. Jump combination: single/single (may include Axel) 3. Back upright spin – minimum 3 revolutions total 4. Forward inside spiral

Pre-Juvenile 1:15 max 1. Single jump (may include an Axel) 2. Any single/single jump combination (may include an Axel) 3. Layback spin or camel spin – minimum of 3 revolutions 4. Step sequence- circular

Juvenile 1:15 max 1. Single Axel 2. Jump combination – any single/single or double/single 3. Layback spin or camel spin – minimum 3 revolutions 4. Step sequence- circular

Intermediate 1:30 max 1. Double Salchow OR double Toe-loop jump; (full ice) 2. Jump combination: single/single or double/single 3. Any flying spin – minimum 5 revolutions 4. Step sequence – straight line

Novice 1:30 max 1. Double loop jump (full ice) 2. Jump combination: double/single or double/double 3. Any flying spin – minimum 5 revolutions 4. Step sequence – straight line

Junior/Senior 1:30 max 1. Double Flip OR Double Lutz (full ice) 2. Double-double combination jump 3. Combination spin- minimum 10 revolutions 4. Full ice step sequence – straight line

Adult Pre-Bronze 1:15 max 1. ½ jump of choice 2. Waltz jump 3 .Forward upright spin (Min. 3 rev.) 4. Forward outside spiral

Adult Bronze 1:15 max 1. Single Salchow 2. Waltz jump-toe loop combination jump 3. Sit spin (min. 3 rev.) 4. Spiral sequence (min. 2 spirals) Adult Silver 1:30 max 1. Single loop 2. Single/single jump combination 3. Sit spin (min. 3 rev.) 4. Straight line step sequence Adult Gold 1:30 max 1. Single Lutz or Axel 2. Single/single or single/double jump combination 3. Camel spin (min. 4 rev.) 4. Straight line step sequence.

COMPULSORY JUMPS

1. Each jump may be attempted twice; the best attempt will be counted.Each jump must be skated in the order shown. 2. Beginner through Juvenile and Adult will be skated ½ ice; Intermediate through Senior will be skated on full ice. 3. Jumps with an “*” must be preceded with connecting steps (intermediate – senior)

Beginner 1:15 max 1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) 2. ½ flip or ½ Lutz 3. Single Salchow High Beginner 1:15 max 1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) 2. Single Salchow 3. Jump Combination - waltz jump - toe loop Pre-Preliminary 1:15 max 1. Single Toe-loop 2. Single Flip 3. Jump combination – any two ½ or single revolutions jumps (No Axel) Preliminary 1:15 max 1. Single Flip 2. Single Lutz 3. Jump combination – any two single jumps + single loop (may include an Axel) Pre-Juvenile 1:15 max 1. Single Axel 2. Single OR Double Flip 3. Jump combination: single/single (may not include an Axel) Juvenile 1:15 max 1. Single Axel 2. Double salchow 3. Jump combination: any single/single OR double/single (may not include an Axel) Intermediate 1:30 1. Single Axel max 2. Double Loop* (full ice) 3. Jump combination: double/single (may not include an Axel) Novice 1:30 1. Double loop max 2.Double Flip * (full ice) 3. Jump combination: any double/double (may include a double Axel) Junior/Senior 1:30 1. Double Lutz max 2. Double Flip* (full ice) 3. Combination of any 2 doubles (may include a double Axel) Adult Pre-Bronze 1:30 1.Waltz jump max 2. Toe loop 3. Waltz jump - Toe loop combination Adult Bronze 1:30 1 .Single Salchow max 2. Single toe loop 3. Any single jump/single toe loop combination (no axels) Adult Silver 1:30 1 .Single Flip max 2. Single Loop 3.Single/single combination (Axel is permitted) Adult Gold 1:30 1. Single Axel max 2. Single Lutz 3. Single/single or single/double jump combination (may include any Single jump, double toe loop or double Salchow) 19

SHOWCASE This is a program with the emphasis on the entertainment value, rather than technical content. Elements to be considered in judging will be illustration of character, music interpretation, costuming (no feathers, dangling beads or other materials that may come off a costume during the performance), and audience appeal. However, skating must be the MAJOR element of the performance and of sufficient competence to support the components chosen. Vocal music is allowed. For this event, skaters must skate at their free skating test level unless otherwise noted. Props are optional. Skaters must carry their own props on and off the ice. For this event, male skaters may be placed in with female skaters depending on number of entries.

CATEGORY QUALIFICATIONS TIME Not to exceed 1:00 Basic 1-8 May not have passed any higher than Basic 8 level minutes Basic Freestyle 1 -6 Not to exceed 1:30 Limited Beginner / May not have passed any official US Figure Skating free skate tests minutes Beginner Not to exceed 1:30 Level A High Beginner through Preliminary minutes Not to exceed 2:00 Level B Pre-Juvenile and Juvenile minutes Not to exceed 2:00 Level C Intermediate and Novice minutes Not to exceed 2:15 Level D Junior and Senior minutes Divisions to be created based on test level and age given sufficient Not to exceed 1:40 Adult (21& up) entries minutes

TEAM SHOWCASE

A group showcase will consist of between 2-4 skaters. A creative routine is skated, which may include props, to illustrate a theme, tell a story or interpret the music. Skaters may enter only one event at the highest test level of the skaters in the group. One mark will be given. Judges may or may not be US Figure Skating or Skate Canada judges. Group showcase numbers are considered as entertainment and will be judged in the following areas: music interpretation, audience appeal, skating performance, choreography and costume. No feathers or dangling beads that may come off the costume are allowed. Thirty seconds are allotted for the placing of props other than hand held. Skater’s choice of music. Vocals may be used.

No Test 1 min. 40 sec. max. Includes Basic Skills, Beginner and No Test competitors – Not passed Pre-Preliminary Freeskate test Preliminary 1 min. 40 sec. max. Includes Pre-Preliminary and Preliminary Skaters – Not passed Pre-Juvenile Free Skating test Intermediate 1 min. 40 sec. max. Includes Pre-Juvenile, Juvenile and Intermediate Skaters. Not passed Novice Free Skating test Open 2 min. 30 sec. max. Novice, Junior, Senior skaters – open to any skater regardless of test level Adult 2 min. 30 sec. max. Passed Adult Pre-Bronze Free Skate test; Ages 20 and up.

MUSIC INTERPRETATION

Skaters may enter only one event level, either at their free skating level or one level up. Music is supplied by the competition committee. Music will be played for the competitors during warm-up. Skaters will be judged on originality, musical and artistic expression and ice coverage. No costumes or props allowed. Technical elements will be judged only on their appropriateness to the music. Judges may or may not be US Figure Skating judges or Skate Canada judges. Coaching is not allowed after the event has started.

No Test 1 min. max. Must not have passed Pre-Preliminary Free Skate Test Pre-Preliminary 1 min. max. Must not have passed Preliminary Free Skate Test Preliminary 1 min. max. Must not have passed Pre-Juvenile Free Skate Test Pre-Juvenile 1 min. max. Must not have passed Juvenile Free Skate Test Juvenile 1 min. max. Must not have passed Intermediate Free Skate Test Open 1 min. max. Open to any skater under age 20 Adult 1 min. max. Open to any skater age 21 and above

FOOTWORK

Skaters perform footwork sequences of their own design to music of their choice. The program should contain a variety of turns and sequences that emphasize the skater’s controlled edges and turns in addition to speed and quickness of the routine. The program may contain one-half rotation jumps and spins with fewer than three revolutions. The routine will be judged on both technical merit and presentation.

CATEGORY QUALIFICATIONS TIME Preliminary Passed no higher than Preliminary Freeskate 1:10 max Pre-Juvenile/Juvenile Passed no higher than Juvenile Freeskate 1:10 max Intermediate/Novice Passed no higher than Novice Freeskate 1:10 max Junior/Senior Passed Junior Freeskate 1:10 max Adult (18 & up) Passed Adult Pre-Bronze Freeskate 1:10 max

TEAM COMPULSORY MOVES

Teams may have 3 to 5 members. Teams may include one male. No skater can do more than 2 moves. Skaters up to and including Juvenile/Jr. Bronze should be prepared to use one-half the ice surface, if necessary. A separate application and check must be sent for each team. The form must be completely filled out or it will not be accepted. Technical merit only will be judged. Skaters can skate at their test level or one level up.

Beginner 1. Forward crossovers (Not passed USFS Basic 6) 2. Backward crossovers 3. Bending over and touching ankles 4. Gliding on one foot 5. Any stop High Beginner 1. Forward crossovers (Not passed USFS Freeskate 6 2. Backward crossovers And/or Pre-Preliminary 3. Waltz Jump Freeskate 4. Three turns 5. Two bunny hops Pre-Preliminary 1. Waltz jump 2. One foot spin 3. Salchow jump 4. Toe loop 5. Spiral Preliminary 1. Flip jump 2. Salchow jump 3. Forward spiral 4. One foot spin 5. Waltz jump/toe loop combination Pre-Juvenile 1. Flip jump 2. Camel spin 3. Forward spiral 4. Loop/loop combination 5. Sit spin Juvenile 1. Lutz 2. Camel spin 3. Spiral-forward and backward 4. Combination spin 5. Axel/loop combination Intermediate 1. Axel 2. Change foot spin 3. Double Salchow 4. Straight line footwork 5. Double/Double jump combination. Novice 1. Axel 2. Double loop 3. Double/Double combination 4. Combination spin 5. Circular or straight line footwork Junior/Senior 1. Double/Double combination 2. Ina Bauer or Spread Eagle 3. Double lutz OR Double axel 4. Flying camel 5. Combination spin Adult 1. Waltz jump 2. One foot spin 3. Salchow jump 4. Toe loop 5. Spiral

SNOWPLOW SAM – BASIC 6 ELEMENTS ● Each skater will perform each element when directed by a judge/referee OR ● To be skated on 1/3 to 1/2 ice ● No music ● All elements must be skated in the order listed.

Level Time Skating rules/standards ● March followed by a two-foot glide and dip Snowplow 1:00 max. ● Forward two-foot swizzles, 2-3 in a row Sam ● Forward snowplow stop ● Backward wiggles, 2-6 in a row ● Forward two-foot glide and dip Basic 1 1:00 max. ● Forward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row ● Beginning snowplow stop on two-feet or one-foot ● Backward wiggles, 6-8 in a row ● Forward one-foot glide (no variations), either foot Basic 2 1:00 max. ● Scooter pushes, right and left foot, 2-3 each foot ● Moving snowplow stop ● Two-foot turn in place, forward to backward ● Backward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row ● Beginning forward stroking showing correct use of blade Basic 3 1:00 max. ● Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counterclockwise, 4-6 consecutive ● Forward slalom ● Moving forward to backward two-foot turn on a circle ● Beginning backward one-foot glide, either foot ● Forward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise Basic 4 1:00 max. ● Forward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, clockwise and counterclockwise ● Backward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counterclockwise, 4-6 consecutive ● Backward one-foot glides (no variations), right and left ● Beginning two-foot spin, maximum 4 revolutions ● Backward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise ● Backward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, clockwise and counterclockwise Basic 5 1:00 max. ● Forward outside three-turn, right and left ● Advanced two-foot spin, minimum 4 revolutions ● Hockey stop ● Forward inside three-turn, right and left Basic 6 1:00 max. ● Bunny Hop ● Basic forward spiral on a straight line (no variations), right or left ● Beginning one-foot spin, maximum 3 revolutions, optional free leg held position and entry ● T-stop, right or left

SNOWPLOW SAM – BASIC 6 PROGRAM WITH MUSIC 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. ● To be skated on full ice with music. ● The skater may use elements from a previous level. ● A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level. Bonus skills from the same level or below are allowed but will not be judged elements.

Level Time Skating rules/standards ● March followed by a two-foot glide and dip Snowplow 1:10 max. ● Forward two-foot swizzles, 2-3 in a row Sam ● Forward snowplow stop ● Backward wiggles, 2-6 in a row ● Forward two-foot glide and dip Basic 1 1:10 max. ● Forward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row ● Beginning snowplow stop on two-feet or one-foot ● Backward wiggles, 6-8 in a row ● Forward one-foot glide (no variations), either foot Basic 2 1:10 max. ● Scooter pushes, right and left foot, 2-3 each foot ● Moving snowplow stop ● Two-foot turn in place, forward to backward ● Backward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row ● Beginning forward stroking showing correct use of blade Basic 3 1:10 max. ● Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counterclockwise, 4-6 consecutive ● Forward slalom ● Moving forward to backward two-foot turn on a circle ● Beginning backward one-foot glide, either foot ● Forward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise Basic 4 1:10 max. ● Forward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, clockwise and counterclockwise ● Backward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counterclockwise, 4-6 consecutive ● Backward one-foot glides (no variations), right and left ● Beginning two-foot spin, maximum 4 revolutions ● Backward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise ● Backward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, clockwise and counterclockwise Basic 5 1:10 max. ● Forward outside three-turn, right and left ● Advanced two-foot spin, minimum 4 revolutions ● Hockey stop ● Forward inside three-turn, right and left Basic 6 1:10 max. ● Bunny Hop ● Basic forward spiral on a straight line (no variations), right or left ● Beginning one-foot spin, maximum 3 revolutions, optional entry and free leg position ● T-stop, right or left

th ENTRIES MUST BE POSTMARKED BY May 27 , 2019 Please Print or Type Skaters Name: ______Sex: M F Address: ______City: ______State: _____ Zip: ______Telephone: _____-______-______E-Mail: ______MUST BE COMPLETED: Age: ______Birthday: ______/______/______ Highest test passed: USFS / SC Free skate: ______Dance: ______Pairs: ______Partners Name: ______Home Club: ______USFS / SC#: ______Coach: ______Coach’s Telephone: ______-______-______

PLEASE ENTER ME IN THE FOLLOWING EVENT(S) Well Balanced FS Free Skating (IJS) Compulsory Spins Compulsory Jump Solo Dance  No Test ❏ Juvenile  No Test  Beginner ❏ Killian  Pre-Preliminary ❏ Intermediate  Pre-Preliminary  High Beginner ❏ Quick Step  Preliminary ❏ Novice Ladies  Preliminary  Pre-Preliminary ❏ Blues  Pre-Juvenile ❏ Novice Mens  Pre-Juvenile  Preliminary ❏ Rocker Foxtrot  Open Juvenile ❏ Junior Ladies  Juvenile/Open Juv  Pre-Juvenile ❏ Foxtrot   ❏ Excel Free Skating ❏ Junior Mens Intermediate Juvenile/Open Juv Ten Fox   ❏  Excel Beginner ❏ Senior Ladies Novice Intermediate Fiesta Tango   ❏  Excel High Beginner ❏ Senior Mens Junior/Senior Novice Dutch Waltz ❏   Excel Pre-Preliminary Adult Gold Junior/Senior

 Excel Preliminary Music Interp. ❏Excel Preliminary Plus  No test Compulsory Moves Adult Compulsory Jumps Team Compulsory   Excel Pre Juvenile  Pre-Preliminary Beginner  Pre-Bronze Moves Event & Team  ❏Excel Pre Juvenile Plus  Preliminary High Beginner  Bronze Showcase -   Excel Juvenile  Pre- Juvenile No Test  Silver Separate application  ❏ Excel Juvenile Plus  Juvenile Pre-Preliminary  Gold  Preliminary Basic Skill Events – Separate  Excel Intermediate  Open  Adult Compulsory Spins  Excel Novice  Adult Pre-Juvenile application   Pre-Bronze  Excel Junior Juvenile/Open Juv Showcase   Bronze  Excel Senior Intermediate  Basic 1-8  Novice  Silver Short Program (IJS)  Basic FS - Beginner  Junior/Senior  Gold   Intermediate Level A Shadow Dance CHECKS PAYABLE TO:   Novice Level B ❏Killian Buffalo Skating Club   Junior Level C Footwork ❏Rocker Foxtrot   Senior Level D  Preliminary ❏14 Step Mail to:  Adult  Pre-Juv/ Juv Lockport Invitational ❏Ten Fox Adult Comp. Moves Adult Free Skate  Inter/ Novice ❏Fiesta Tango 8163 Oak Leaf Lane  Pre-Bronze  Pre Bronze  Junior/ Senior ❏Dutch Waltz Williamsville NY 14221  Bronze  Bronze  Adult  Silver  Silver Entries may be done online at  Gold www.Entryeeze.com

CERTIFICATE OF ELIGIBILITY IJS SKATERS 6.0 SKATERS

st Approval is hereby given to ______$75 Free Skate $______$65 1 event $ ______who is a member in good standing of this Club and is an amateur in accordance with the rules of the US Figure Skating /Skate Canada and $75 Short $______Additional events to the best of my knowledge is eligible to enter the specified event(s). NOTE: Neither the BUFFALO SKATING CLUB nor the Additional events $20 x _____ = $ ______management of the CORNERSTONE ARENA assumes responsibility $20 x _____ = $ ______Paper Processing Fee $10.00 for injuries sustained by any competitor during this competition or practice attendant thereto. Paper Processing Fee $10.00 TOTAL Club: ______TOTAL ENCLOSED $ ______ENCLOSED $ ______ Club Officer’s Signature:______

Title: ______FEES: IN US FUNDS ONLY Parents Signature: ______

th Date: ______Amount: ______Check#: ______ENTRIES DUE: May 27 , 2019 25

BASIC SKILLS ENTRY FORM th ENTRIES MUST BE POSTMARKED BY: May 27 , 2019

Please Print or Type Skaters Name: ______Sex: M F Address: ______City: ______State: ______Zip: ______Telephone: ( ) ______E-Mail Address: ______

MUST BE COMPLETED: Age: ______Birthday: ______/______/______Highest test passed: Basic Skills Level: ______USFS or Skate Canada Basic Skills #: ______Home Club: ______PLEASE ENTER ME IN THE FOLLOWING EVENTS:

Basic Skill Moves Event Basic Skills Program Event □ Snowplow Sam (w/Music) □ Basic 1 □ Snowplow Sam □ Basic 2 □ Basic 1 □ Basic 3 □ Basic 2 □ Basic 4 □ Basic 3 □ Basic 5 □ Basic 4 □ Basic 6 □ Basic 5 □ Basic 6

ENTRY FEES: IN U.S. FUNDS ONLY CHECKS PAYABLE TO: Buffalo Skating Club First Event: $30.00 $______Additional Events $20.00 x _____ $ ______MAIL ENTRY TO:

Paper Processing Fee $ 5.00 Lockport Invitational 8163 Oak Leaf Lane Total $______Williamsville NY 14221

ENTRY FEES ARE NOT REFUNDABLE AFTER THE ENTRY DEADLINE UNLESS AN EVENT IS CANCELLED. CERTIFICATE OF ELIGIBILITY: Approval is hereby given to ______who is a member in good standing of this Club and is an amateur in accordance with the rules of US Figure Skating and Skate Canada and to the best of my knowledge is eligible to enter the specified event. NOTE: Neither the BUFFALO SKATING CLUB nor the management of the CORNERSTONE ARENA assumes responsibility for injuries sustained by any competitor during this competition or practice attended thereto.

Club: ______Club Officer/Program Director Signature: ______Parent’s Signature: ______Coach’s Name: ______Phone: ______**ENTRIES MAY BE DONE ONLINE AT WWW.ENTRYEEZE.COM**

Date Rcvd: ______Amount: ______Check#: ______

TEAM SHOWCASE / TEAM COMPULSORY MOVES ENTRY FORM – Form 1

One entry form per team! (This form may be duplicated). Form must be completely filled out with fees enclosed. Showcase Teams may have 2 – 5 members / Comp Moves Teams may have 3 - 5

Fees are $12 per skater in US FUNDS ONLY. (Please write separate check for team events – 1 check per team).

Please check which Event Team Compulsory Moves Team Showcase  Beginner ❏No Test  High Beginner ❏Preliminary  Pre-Preliminary ❏Intermediate  Preliminary  Pre-Juvenile ❏Open  Juvenile ❏Adult  Intermediate ❏ Novice ❏ Junior/Senior  Adult

Team Name: ______

Team Members:

1. ______Club: ______USFS / SC #: ______2. ______Club: ______USFS / SC #: ______3. ______Club: ______USFS / SC#: ______4. ______Club: ______USFS / SC#: ______5. ______Club: ______USFS / SC#: ______

Contact Person: ______Telephone: ______$12 x ______= $______Paper Processing Fee $10.00** TOTAL DUE: $______

th Deadline for entry is May 27 , 2019

Checks should be made payable to: Buffalo Skating Club Mail entry to: Lockport Invitational 8163 Oak Leaf Lane Williamsville NY 14221

All teams must submit completed Certificate of Eligibility (Form 2) signed by club officer for each skater. Please staple both forms together.

**ENTRIES MAY BE DONE ONLINE AT WWW.ENTRYEEZE.COM**

Date: ______Amount: ______Check#: ______27

SHOWCASE TEAM / COMPULSORY MOVES

CERTIFICATION OF ELIGIBILITY FORM - Form 2

All Skaters listed as members of the ______, including (Team name) alternates, are to the best of my knowledge, amateurs and eligible to compete under US Figure Skating rules.

Print Name: ______Signature: ______Title: ______Club Name: ______

Please mail, along with completed registration form and team roster to: Lockport Invitational 8163 Oak Leaf Lane Williamsville NY 14221 Any questions, please contact: [email protected]

th Postmarked deadline: May 27 , 2019

Planned Program Content

Juvenile through seniors doing a Short Program or Freestyle Program must submit a Planned Program Content Sheet for each program.

Name of Competitor: USFS/SC: Event: Club:

Time* Elements in order of skating (*time during program) Free Skate / Short Program

th Mail Planned Program Content along with entry form by: May 27 , 2019

Planned Program Content sheets may also be updated on the US Figure Skating website, if doing so, please make note of this on your entry form.