2018 FIGURE SKATING ELEMENTS AND REQUIREMENTS

EVENT: Pairs Free Skating Program Open to all qualified skaters. At least one partner must have passed the appropriate pairs test. Partners must be male/female. Skaters are required to comply with the “well balanced program” requirements outlined in the current USFS Rule Book in Sections 5000 though 5550. (Also see USFS website). **Indicates I.J.S Event

Pre-Juvenile: No Test (Time: 2:00 +/- 10 sec)

Juvenile**: At least the USFS Pre-Juvenile Pairs Test (Time: 2:30 +/- 10 sec)

Intermediate**: At least the USFS Juvenile Pairs Test (Time: 3:00 +/- 10 sec)

Novice**: At least the USFS Intermediate Pairs Test (Time: 3:30 +/- 10 sec)

Junior**: At least the USFS Novice Pairs Test (Time: 4:00 +/- 10 sec)

Senior**: At least the USFS Junior Pairs Test (Time: 4:30 +/- 10 sec)

Adult Bronze: No Test (Time: 2:10 max)

Adult Silver: At least the USFS Adult Bronze Pairs test or Pre-Juvenile Pairs Test (Time: 2:40 max)

Adult Gold: At least the USFS Adult Silver Pairs test or Juvenile Pairs Test (Time: 3:40 max)

Adult Masters: At least the complete USFS Intermediate Free Skate Test or Intermediate Pairs Test. (Time: 3:40 max)

EVENT: Pairs Short Program Open to all qualified skaters. At least one partner must have passed the appropriate pairs test. Partners must be male/female. Skaters are required to comply with the “well balanced program” requirements outlined in the current USFS Rule Book in Sections 5200 through 5230. (Also see USFS website) **Indicates I.J.S Event

Intermediate **: At least USFS Juvenile Pairs Test. (Time 2:30 max)

Novice**: At least USFS Intermediate Pairs Test. (Time: 2:50 max)

Junior**: At least USFS Novice Pairs Test. (Time: 2:40 +/- 10 sec)

Senior**: At least USFS Junior Pairs Test. (Time: 2:40 +/- 10 sec))

-1- - EVENT: Spins Challenge

General event parameters:

1. Spins may be skated in any order. Connecting steps are allowed, but will not be taken into consideration in scoring. Spins may not be repeated. On required elements may be included. 2. All events are skated on ½ ice. 3. Minimum number of revolutions are noted in parentheses.

Level Time Skating rules / standards 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) Beginner 1:30 max. 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) High 1:30 max. 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) Beginner 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) No-Test 1:30 max. 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) Pre – 1:30 max. 2. Upright back scratch spin (3) Preliminary 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Forward scratch to back scratch spin (3) Preliminary 1:30 max. 2. Combination spin with no of foot (4) 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Camel spin (3) Pre – 1:30 max. 2. Combination spin – camel to sit spin; no change of foot (6) Juvenile 3. Forward to backward scratch spin (3 per foot) 1. Sit spin (4) Juvenile & 1:30 max. 2. Combination spin – change of foot; optional change of position (4 Open Juv. per foot) 3. Girls – layback spin (4); Boys – camel spin (4) 1. Flying camel spin (5) Intermediate 1:30 max. 2. Sit spin to backward sit spin (4 per foot) 3. Combination spin – change of foot & change of position (4 per foot) 1. Choice of camel, sit or layback spin (6) Novice 1:30 max. 2. Camel spin to backward camel spin (4 per foot in position) 3. Combination spin – change of foot & two changes of position (2 per position & 5 per foot) 1. Flying sit spin or flying reverse sit spin (6) Junior 1:30 max. 2. Ladies – layback spin (6); men – cross-foot spin (6) 3. Combination spin – with change of foot & utilizing all three positions (2 per position & 5 per foot) 1. Flying spin of choice (6) Senior 1:30 max. 2. Solo spin of choice (6) – may not fly 3. Combination spin – with change of foot & utilizing all three positions (2 per position & 5 per foot)

-2- - EVENT: Adult Spins Challenge

General event parameters:

1. Spins may be skated in any order. Connecting steps are allowed, but will not be taken into consideration in scoring. Spins may not be repeated. On required elements may be included. 2. All events are skated on ½ ice. 3. Minimum number of revolutions are noted in parentheses:

LEVEL TIME Rules/Standards

Adult Beginner 1:15 1. Pivot 2. Two-foot upright spin (2)

Adult Pre-Bronze 1:15 1. One-foot upright spin (3) 2. Two-foot upright spin (3)

Adult Bronze 1:15 1. One-foot upright spin (4) 2. One-foot back spin (3) 3. Sit spin (3)

Adult Silver 1:30 1. Camel spin (3) 2. Layback, sideways leaning or sit spin (4) 3. Combination spin with at least one change of position, no change of foot (3 in each position)

Adult Gold 1:30 1. Solo spin, no change of foot (4) 2. Second solo spin, different from the first; change of foot optional (4) 3. Combination spin with only one change of foot and at least one change of position (4 each foot)

1. Solo spin of skater’s choice (Min. 6 revolutions) 2. Second solo spin, different from the first; change of foot optional (4) Masters May have a flying entry Intermediate/ 1:30 3. Combination spin that may have more than one change of foot and at Novice least one change of position (4 each foot)

1. Solo spin of skater’s choice (Min. 8 revolutions) 2. Solo spin with a flying entry Masters 1:30 3. Combination spin that may have more than one change of foot and at Junior/Senior least one change of position (4 each foot). May have a flying entry

-3- - EVENT: Jumps Challenge

General event parameters:

1.Each jump may be attempted twice; the best attempt will be counted. 2. Pre-juvenile and lower will be skated ½ ice; Juvenile – senior will be skated on full ice 3. Jumps with an “*” must be preceded with connecting steps (intermediate – senior)

Level Time Skating rules / standards 1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) Beginner 1:15 max. 2. ½ flip or ½ Lutz 3. Single Salchow 1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) High 1:15 max. 2. Single Salchow Beginner 3. Jump combination – waltz jump-toe loop 1. Single toe loop No-Test 1:15 max. 2. Single loop 3. Jump combination – Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel) 1. Single toe loop Pre – 1:15 max. 2. Single flip Preliminary 3. Jump combination - Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel) 1. Single flip Preliminary 1:15 max. 2. Single Lutz 3 Jump combination – Any single jump + single loop (may be Axel) 1 Single Axel Pre – 1:15 max. 2. Single or double jump Juvenile 3. Jump combination – single/single (no Axel) 1. Single Axel Juvenile & 1:15 max. 2. Double Salchow Open Juv. 3. Jump combination – single/single or double/single (no Axel) 1. Single Axel Intermediate 1:30 max. 2. Double loop* 3. Jump combination – double/single (no Axel) 1. Double loop Novice 1:30 max. 2. Double flip* 3. Jump combination – double/double (may be double Axel) 1. Choice of double or triple jump Junior 1:30 max. 2. Double or triple flip* 2. Jump combination – double/double (may be double Axel) 1. Choice of double or triple jump Senior 1:30 max. 2. Double or triple Lutz* 3. Jump combination – double/double or triple/double (may be double Axel)

-4- - EVENT: Adult Jumps Challenge

General event parameters:

1. Each jump may be attempted twice; the best attempt will be counted. 2. Adult silver and lower will be skated ½ ice; adult gold –will be skated on full ice.

Level Time Elements 1. Bunny Hop Adult Beginner 1:00 2. Mazurka or ballet jump

1. Waltz or toe loop jump Adult Pre-Bronze 1;00 2. ½ flip, ½ Lutz or ½ loop

1. Single Salchow Adult Bronze 1:00 2. Single toe loop 3. Any single jump + single toe loop combination (No Axels allowed) 1. Single flip Adult Silver 1:15 2. Single loop 3. Single/single combination (Axel is permitted) 1. Single Axel Adult Gold 1:15 2. Single Lutz 3. Single/single or single/double jump combination (may include any single jump, double toe loop or double Salchow)

EVENT: Short Programs (Singles)

Short Programs are to be skated to music of the skater’s choice on a full sheet of ice. For Short Program, the current requirements in the USFS Rulebook Section 4200-4230 will be used (also see USFS website). **Indicates I.J.S Event

Juvenile **: At least the USFS Pre-Juvenile Free Skate Test. Same as the Intermediate Short Program, except single axel only. No double axel or triple jump allowed. (Age: under 13) (Time: 2:10 max)

Open Juvenile**: Same as Juvenile. (Age requirement: 13 and over) (Time: 2:10 max)

Intermediate**: At least the USFS Juvenile Free Skate Test. (Time: 2:10 max)

Novice** At least the USFS Intermediate Free Skate Test. (Time: 2:30 max)

Junior**: At least the USFS Novice Free Skate Test. (Time: 2:40 +/- 10 sec) * 2018- 2019 requirements

Senior**: At least the USFS Junior Free Skate Test. (Time: 2:40 +/- 10 sec)

-5- - EVENT: Step Sequences

General event parameters: 1. Levels are based on the skaters’ highest Moves in the Field test passed. 2. Music of skater’s choice, including vocal music, not to exceed the max time (less time is fine). 3. Skates perform two different step sequences of their choice; any shape or pattern is permitted; however, skaters must make it clear when their first step sequence ends, and their second begins. 4. Each of the step sequences must include the required steps and/or turns listed for each level. 5. Each step sequence may, and is encouraged to, include additional steps or turns. 6. Each step sequence must utilize the full ice surface. 7. Skaters are encouraged to focus on edge quality, clarity of turns, multi-directional and one-foot skating.

Level Time Required elements Each of the two step sequences must include: Pre- 1:00 1. Forward outside 3-turn Preliminary max. 2. Inside mohawk 3. Demonstration of forward outside & forward inside edges Each of the two step sequences must include: Preliminary 1:00 1. At least two consecutive forward outside power 3-turns max. 2. Forward inside 3-turn 3. At least one set of alternating 3-turns (outside or inside) Each of the two step sequences must include: Pre-Juvenile 1:00 1. Backward inside 3-turns on each foot max. 2. Backward outside 3-turns on each foot 3. At least 2 consecutive power pulls (backward or forward) Each of the two step sequences must include: Juvenile & 1:30 1. Forward outside double 3 (either foot) Open Juv. max. 2. Forward inside double 3 (either foot) 3. At least 2 consecutive cross strokes (backward or forward) Each of the two step sequences must include: 1. Choice of backward double 3 Intermediate 1:30 2. At least 2 different brackets with clear entry & exit edges max. 3. Forward inside 1 ½ twizzle 4. Forward outside 1 ½ twizzle Each of the two step sequences must include: Novice 2:00 1. At least 2 different counters with clear entry & exit edges max. 2. Forward outside & forward inside loop (either foot) 3. Backward outside double twizzle 4. Backward inside double twizzle Each of the two step sequences must include: Junior 2:00 1. At least 2 different rockers with clear entry & exit edges max. 2. At least 2 different choctaws 3. Backward outside & backward inside loop (either foot) 4. A combination of at least 3 different turns done on one foot Each of the two step sequences must include: 1. At least 1 of each of the following turns: 3-turn, bracket, rocker, counter, choctaw, loop, and Senior 2:00 twizzle. max. 2. A combination of at least 3 different turns, to be selected from counter, rocker, bracket, twizzle and loop, done on one foot. 3. An upper body movement. (Any movements of the arms, head and torso that have an effect on the balance of the main body core.) Note: If necessary, skaters may combine items 1 & 2. For example, performing 3 different consecutive turns on one foot may also count towards the requirement of demonstrating all seven of the listed turns/steps.

-6- - EVENT: Introductory Levels Compulsory Events

General Event Parameters:

In simple program form, using a limited number of connecting steps, the skating order of the required elements is optional. Connecting steps will not be considered in scoring. 1. To be skated on ½ ice 2. No music is allowed 3. The minimum number of revolutions in spins are noted. 4. Elements may only be performed once.

Level Time Skating rules/standards 1. Waltz jump Beginner 1:15 max. 2. ½ jump of choice 3. Forward two-foot or one-foot spin, minimum three revolutions (free leg position optional) 4. Forward or backward spiral 1. Toe loop jump High 1:15 max. 2. Salchow jump Beginner 3. Forward scratch spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Forward or backward spiral 1. Loop jump No-Test 1:15 max. 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.

-7- - INTRODUCTORY LEVELS FREE SKATE PROGRAM General event parameters:  Skaters will skate to the music of their choice.  Level will be determined by the highest free skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher.  Minimum number of spin revolutions are in parentheses following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position.

Level Jumps Spins Step Sequences Beginner Max. 5 jump elements: Max. 2 spins: Connecting moves and steps  Jumps with no more  Two upright spins, should be demonstrated 1:40 Maximum than one-half rotation no change of foot, throughout the program (front to back or back to no flying entry front). (Min. 3 revolutions)  Max. 2 jump sequences  Max. 2 of any same jump High Beginner Max. 5 jump elements: Max. 2 spins: Connecting moves and steps  Jumps with no more  Two upright spins, should be demonstrated 1:40 Maximum than one-half rotation change of foot throughout the program (front to back or back to optional, no flying front including half-loop) entry (Min. 3  Single rotation jumps: revolutions) Salchow and toe loop only.  Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences  Max. 2 of any same type jump.

-8- - EVENT: COMPULSORY MOVES

General event parameters:

1. Pre- Preliminary – Juvenile: Elements skated on ½ ice 2. Intermediate – Senior: Elements skated on full-ice 3. Elements may be performed only once and in any order. 4. Music is not allowed. 5. Connecting steps are allowed, but will not be taken into consideration in scoring. 6. The number of revolutions in spins is noted.

Level Time Skating rules/standards 1. Single Toe Loop Pre – 1:15 max. 2. Jump combination: single/single (no Axel) Preliminary 3. Sit spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Spiral sequence with one forward spiral and one backward spiral (any edge) 1. Single Lutz Preliminary 1:15 max. 2. Jump combination: single/single (may include Axel) 3. Back upright spin - minimum three revolutions 4 Forward inside spiral

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

Juvenile & 1:15 max. 1. Single Axel Open Juv. 2. Jump combination: single/single or double/single 3. Layback spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Step sequence – circular 1. Double Salchow or double toe loop Intermediate 1:30 max. 2. Jump combination: single/single or double/single 3. Flying spin, minimum five revolutions 4. Step sequence – straight line

1. Double loop Novice 1:30 max. 2. Jump combination: double/single or double/double 3. Flying spin - minimum five revolutions 4. Step sequence – straight line 1. Double flip Junior 1:30 max. 2. Jump combination: double/double or triple/double 3. Combination spin - minimum 10 revolutions 4. Step sequence – straight line 1. Double Lutz. Senior 1:30 max. 2. Jump combination: double/double or triple/double 3. Combination spin - minimum 10 revolutions 4. Step sequence – straight line

-9- - EVENT: Adult Compulsory Moves

General event parameters:

1. Pre-Bronze to Silver: Elements skated on ½ ice 2. Gold/Masters: Elements skated on full-ice 3. Elements may be performed only once 4. Music is not allowed 5. Minimum number of revolutions is noted in parentheses

Level Time Elements  Two forward crossovers into a forward inside Mohawk, step down Adult Pre-Bronze 1:30 and cross behind, step into one backward crossover and step to a MAX forward inside edge, clockwise and counterclockwise  Jump combination or sequence consisting of only ½ revolution jumps (half loop is considered a full revolution jump) – maximum of 2 jumps in a combination and 3 jumps in a sequence  Forward upright spin (Min. 3 revolutions)  Forward spiral (any edge)  Single Salchow Adult Bronze 1:30  Waltz jump – toe loop combination jump MAX  Backward Upright Spin – entry optional (Min. 3 revolutions)  Spiral sequence (Min. 2 spirals)  Single loop Adult Silver 1:30  Single/single jump combination MAX  Sit spin (Min. 3 revolutions)  Straight line step sequence  Single Lutz or Axel Adult Gold 1:30  Single/single or single/double jump combination MAX  Camel spin (Min. 4 revolutions)  Straight line step sequence  Axel, double Salchow , double toe loop or double loop Masters 1:30  Jump combination (double/double, single/double or Intermediate/Novice MAX double/single) that may include double Salchow , double toe loop or double loop and any single jump including Axel  Solo spin of skater’s choice (Min. 6 revolutions)  Straight line step sequence  Choice of any double jump Masters Junior/Senior 1:30  Jump combination that may include any double jump MAX  Solo spin of skater’s choice (Min. 8 revolutions)  Straight line step sequence

-10- - EVENT: 2017-18 Test Track Free Skate- Introductory through Senior Levels

General event parameters: 1. Skaters may not enter both a Well Balanced Free Skate event and a Track Free Skate event at the same 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 Qualifications Max. 5 jump elements: Max. 2 spins: Connecting Skaters may not have passed Beginner  Jumps with no more  Two upright spins, no moves and steps any U.S. Figure Skating free than one-half rotation change of foot, no flying should be skate tests 1:40 maximum (front to back or back to entry (Min. 3 revolutions) demonstrated front). throughout the  Max. 2 jump sequences program  Max. 2 of any same jump Max. 5 jump elements: Max. 2 spins: Connecting Skaters may not have passed High Beginner  Jumps with no more  Two upright spins, change moves and steps any U.S. Figure Skating free than one-half rotation of foot optional, no flying should be skate tests 1:40 maximum (front to back or back to entry (Min. 3 revolutions) demonstrated front including half-loop) throughout the  Single rotation jumps: program Salchow and toe loop only.  Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences  Max. 2 of any same type jump. Pre-Preliminary Maximum of 5 jump Maximum of 2 spins: Connecting Skaters may not have passed elements:  Two spins of a different moves and steps tests higher than U.S. Figure 1:40 maximum  Jumps with not more nature, one position only. should be Skating pre-preliminary free than one-half rotation No change of foot, no demonstrated skate test (front to back or back to flying entry. (Min. 3 throughout the front including half-loop) revolutions) program  Single rotation jumps: Salchow, toe loop and loop only.  Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences  Max. 2 of any same type jump -11- - Preliminary Maximum of 5 jump Maximum of 2 spins: Connecting Skaters must have passed at elements:  One spin in one position; moves and steps least the U.S. Figure Skating pre-  Jumps with not more no change of foot, no should be preliminary free skate test but 1:30 +/- 10 sec. than one rotation (no flying entry. (Min. 3 demonstrated may not have passed tests Axels). revolutions) throughout the higher than the preliminary free  Max. 2 jump  One spin consisting of a program skate test combinations or front scratch to back sequences scratch; exit on spinning  Max. 2 of any same foot not mandatory. (Min. 3 type jump revolutions per foot)

Pre-Juvenile Maximum of 5 jump Maximum of 2 spins: Skaters must have passed at elements:  One spin in one position, One step least the U.S. Figure Skating 2:00 +/- 10 sec.  Jumps with not more no change of foot (Min. 3 sequence fully preliminary free skate test but than one rotation (no revolutions) utilizing ice may not have passed tests Axels).  One combination spin: surface higher than pre-juvenile free  Max. 2 jump forward camel spin to skate test combinations or forward sit spin; change sequences of foot optional (Min. 6  Max. 2 of any same revolutions). Spins may type jump not fly.

Juvenile Maximum of 5 jump Maximum of 2 spins: One step Skaters must have passed at elements:  One solo spin in one sequence fully least the U.S. Figure Skating pre- 2:20 +/- 10 sec.  Any single jumps, position, no change of utilizing ice juvenile free skate test but may including Axel, are foot (Min. 4 revolutions). surface not have passed tests higher permitted.  One combination spin than juvenile free skate test  Max. 2 jump with one change of foot combinations or and at least one change sequences of position, must include  Max. 2 of any same two of the basic spin type jump positions. (Min. 4 revolutions per foot)  Only solo spin may fly

Intermediate Maximum of 6 jump Maximum of 2 spins: Skaters must have passed at elements:  One must be a flying spin least the U.S. Figure Skating 2:40 +/- 10 sec.  Any single jumps. (min 5 revolutions), One step juvenile free skate test but may  Double jumps  One must be a sequence fully not have passed tests higher permitted: double combination spin with at utilizing ice than intermediate free skate test Salchow and double toe least one change of foot surface loop. and at least one change  Maximum of 3 jump of position (minimum 4 combinations or revolutions per foot). sequences  Max. 2 of any same type jump

-12- - Maximum of 7 jump elements Maximum of 3 spins, of a One step Skaters must have passed at Novice for men and 6 for ladies: different nature: sequence or least the U.S. Figure Skating  Any single jumps.  One must be a spiral sequence intermediate free skate test but Ladies: 3:00 +/-  Double jumps combination spin with fully utilizing ice may not have passed tests 10 sec. permitted: double at least one change of surface higher than novice free skate Men: Salchow, double toe foot and at least one test 3:30 +/- 10 sec. loop and double loop. change of position (see rule 4104 &  Maximum of 3 jump (min 5 revs per foot) 4105 for remarks) combinations or  The other spins are the sequences option of the skater  Max. 2 of any same type (min 6 revolutions per jump foot)  All spins may fly

Junior Maximum of 8 jump elements Maximum of 3 spins of a One step for men and 7 for ladies: different nature: sequence fully Skaters must have passed at Ladies: 3:30 +/-  Any single jumps.  One spin in one position utilizing ice least the U.S. Figure Skating 10 sec.  Double jumps (Min. 6 revolutions) surface novice free skate test but may Men: permitted: double  One flying spin (Min. 6 not have passed tests higher 4:00 +/- 10 sec. Salchow, double toe revolutions) (See rule 4105 for than junior free skate test loop, double loop and  One combination spin remarks) double flip consisting of all three  Maximum of 3 jump basic positions and one combinations or change of foot (2 per sequences position, min. 5)  Max. 2 of any same type revolutions per foot jump Senior Maximum of 8 jump elements Maximum of 3 spins of a Men: for men and 7 for ladies: different nature: Two different Ladies: 4:00 +/-  Any single jumps.  One spin in one position step sequences, 10 sec.  Must include at least (Min. 6 revolutions) one being of Skaters must have passed at Men: four different double  One flying spin (Min. 6 advanced least the U.S. Figure Skating 4:30 +/- 10 sec. jumps, one must be a revolutions) difficulty, both junior free skate test double Lutz.  One combination spin fully utilizing the  Triple jumps are not consisting of all three ice surface. permitted basic spin positions and (See rule 4105 for  Maximum of 3 jump one change of foot (2 per remarks) combinations or position, min. 5 revolutions sequences per foot) Ladies:  Max. 2 of any same One step type jump sequence of advanced difficulty, covering the full ice surface and one spiral sequence. (See rule 4104 & 4105 for remarks.

-13- - EVENT: ADULT SINGLES FREE SKATE EVENTS

General Parameters:

Events are open to Adults 21 years and older. Requirements are listed in the USFS Rulebook and on the USFS website 2017-2018 Adult Singles Free Skate Requirements.

Adult Pre- Bronze: Maximum of 2 spins. Min 3 revs. No flying spins permitted. Max of 4 jump elements: Jump combo and sequences are optional, but no more than 2 comb or seq. may be included. One jump comb/seq. may consist of 3 jumps, and the other may have only 2 jumps. Each jump may be repeated only once and only . as part of a combination or sequence (max of any 2 of any jump). Only single and half revolution jumps are allowed. No lutz, axel, or double jumps are allowed. Connecting steps throughout the program are required. No completed tests higher than USFS Pre- Preliminary, Adult Pre-Bronze Free Skate. Rule 4600. (Time: 1:40 max)

Adult Bronze: Max 2 Spins elements: Spins must be of a different nature (see USFS rule 4103E). Max 4 jump elements: Min 1, max 2 comb or seq. One comb/seq. may consist of 3 jumps, and the other may have only 2 jumps. Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as part of a comb or seq. (max of 2 of any jump) All single jumps are permitted (except axel). No axel, double or triple jumps are permitted. Max: 1 Choreographed Step sequence utilizing at least ½ ice surface (may include moves in the field and spirals). Additional moves in the field, spirals and step sequences will not be counted as elements but will be counted as transitions and marked as such. No completed tests higher that USFS Preliminary Free Skate, Adult Bronze Free Skate. Rule 4590 (Time: 1:50 max)

Adult Silver: Max 2 spin elements: Spins must be of a different nature (see Rule 4103E). Max of 5 jump elements: Min 1, max 2 comb or seq.. One comb/seq. may consist of 3 jumps, and the other may have only 2 jumps. Additional jump seq. 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 is permitted. Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as part of a combination or seq. ( max of 2 of any jump)No completed test higher than USFS Pre-Juvenile Free Skate, Adult Silver All single jumps are permitted, including an Axel-type jump. No double or triple jumps are permitted. Max :1 Choreographed Step sequence utilizing at least ½ the ice surface( may include moves in the field and spirals). Additional moves in the field and spirals and step sequences will not be counted as elements but will be counted as transitions and marked as such. No completed tests higher than USFS Pre-Juvenile Free Skate, Adult Silver Free Skate. Rule 4580 (Time: 2:10 max)

-14- - Adult Gold: Max 3 spin elements: Spins must be of a different character ( see Rule 4103E) Max 5 jump elements: Min 1, max 3 combinations or sequences. One jump comb/seq. may contain 3 jumps; the remaining jump comb/seq. are limited to 2 jumps. Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as a part of combo or seq. All single jumps, including an axel-type jump, are permitted, as are the following double jumps: double toe-lop, double salchow No double-double jump combinations or sequences are permitted. Double loop, double flip, double lutz, double axel, and triple jumps are not permitted. Max: 1 Choreographed Step sequence fully utilizing the ice surface (may include moves in the field and spirals). Additional moves in the field and spirals and step sequences will not be counted as elements but will be counted as transitions and will be marked as such. No completed test higher than the USFS Juvenile FS, Adult Gold Free Skate. Rule 4570 (Time: 2:40 max)

Adult Masters Intermediate–Novice Refer to USFS Rule 4540 for test and element requirements. (Time: 3:10 max)

Adult Masters Junior-Senior Refer to USFS Rule 4510 for test and element requirements. (Time: 3:40 max)

-15- -

EVENT: Well Balanced Free Skate Programs

Skaters may enter either Test Track Free Skate OR the Well Balanced Free Skate Program both NOT both. Skaters are required to comply with the “well balanced program” requirements outlined in the current USFS Rule Book in 4200-4600. Skaters may skate at their test level or one level higher.

No Test: May not have passed any USFS Free Skate Test. (Time:140 max)

Pre- Preliminary: At least the USFS Pre-Preliminary Free Skate. (Time: 1:40 max)

Preliminary: At least the USFS Pre-Preliminary Free Skate. (Time: 1:30 +/- 10 sec)

Pre-Juvenile: At least the USFS Preliminary Free Skate Test. (Time: 2:00 +/- 10 sec)

Juvenile**: At least the USFS Pre-Juvenile Free Skate Test. Age: Under age 13. (Time: 2:20 +/- 10 sec)

Open Juvenile**: At least the USFS Pre-Juvenile Free Skate Test. Age: 13 years or older. (Time: 2:20 +/- 10 sec)

Intermediate**: At least the USFS Juvenile Free Skate Test. (Time: 2:40 +/- 10 sec)

Novice**: At least the USFS Intermediate Free Skate. (Time: Ladies: 3:00 +/- 10 sec; Men: 3:30; +/- 10 sec)

Junior**: At least the USFS Novice Free Skate Test. (Time: Ladies: 3:30 +/- 10 sec; Men: 4:00; +/- 10 sec)

Senior**: At least the USFS Junior Free Skate Test. (Time: Ladies: 4:00 +/- 10 sec; Men: 4:30; +/- 10 sec)

** Indicates I.J.S. Event

-16- - EVENT: Solo Pattern Dance

Introductory steps and poses cannot exceed eight measures of music. The dance listed will be skated alone. The number of patterns skated will be set by the event referee (Rule 6075). Male and female will be combined.

Preliminary: Rhythm Blues, Dutch Waltz. (No test or passed Preliminary)

Pre-Bronze: Swing, Fiesta Tango (Passed Preliminary or Pre- Bronze)

Bronze: Hickory Hoedown, Ten- Fox (Passed Pre- Bronze or Bronze)

Pre-Silver: Foxtrot, Fourteenstep (Passed Bronze or Pre-Silver)

Silver: Rocker Foxtrot, American Waltz (Passed Pre-Silver or Silver)

Pre-Gold: Paso Doble, Starlight Waltz (Passed Silver or Pre- Gold)

Gold: Westminster Waltz, Quickstep (Passed Pre-Gold or Gold)

EVENT: Adult Solo Pattern Dance

Introductory steps and poses cannot exceed eight measures of music. The dances listed will be skated alone. The number of patterns skated will be set by the event referee (Rule 6075). Male and female will be combined. (Same test requirements or equivalent as above). Age Requirement: 21 years and older.

Preliminary: Rhythm Blues, Dutch Waltz

Pre- Bronze: Cha Cha, Fiesta Tango

Bronze: Fiesta Tango, 10 –Fox

Pre- Silver: 10 -Fox, European Waltz

Silver: Foxtrot, Tango

Pre- Gold: Rocker Foxtrot, Starlight Waltz

Gold: Killian, Westminster Waltz

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Open to all qualified skaters. Partners must be male/female. Skaters are required to comply with the requirements outlined in the current USFS Rule Book in Sections 6220 though 6250. The number of patterns skated will be set by the event referee (Rule 6075).

Pre-Juvenile: Rhythm Blues, Canasta Tango (6251B)

Juvenile: Willow Waltz, Fiesta Tango (6241B)

Intermediate: Rocker Foxtrot, European Waltz (6231B)

Novice: Starlight Waltz, Paso Doble (6221B)

EVENT: Adult Partnered (Couples) Pattern Dance

Open to All Adult couples (male/female). Age requirements: both partners must be 21 years or older. The number of patterns skated will be set by the event referee. Rule 6075. For test requirements, see current USFS rulebook or USFS website.

Adult Pre- Bronze: Canasta Tango, Swing Dance (6591)

Adult Bronze: Swing Dance, Fiesta Tango (6581)

Adult Pre- Silver: Ten Fox, European Waltz (6571)

Adult Silver: Foxtrot, American Waltz (6561)

Adult Pre- Gold: Blues, Starlight Waltz (6531)

Adult Gold: Quickstep, Westminster Waltz (6521)

EVENT: Short Dance (Couples Only) Events

Open to all qualified skaters. Partners must be male/female. Skaters are to comply with the requirements outlined in the current USFS Rulebook in sections 6211and 6201. Adult and youth couples will be grouped together.

Junior: See USFS website for rhythm. (Time: 2:50 +/- 10 sec)

Senior: See USFS website for rhythm. (Time: 2:50 +/- 10 sec

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Open to all qualified skaters. Partners must be male/female. Skaters are required to comply with the requirements outlined in the current USFS Rule Book in Sections 6200 through 6252, and 6512.

Pre- Juvenile: At least 1 Preliminary Dance. (Time: 2:00 +/- 10 sec)

Juvenile: At least 2 Preliminary Dances. (Time: 2:15 +/- 10 sec)

Intermediate: At least USFS Juvenile Free Dance Test. (Time: 2:30 +/- 10 sec)

Novice: At least USFS Intermediate Free Dance Test. (Time: 3:00 +/- 10 sec)

Junior: At least USFS Novice Free Dance Test. (Time: 3:30 +/- 10 sec)

Senior: At least USFS Junior Free Dance Test. (Time: 4:00 +/- 10 sec)

Adult Pre- Gold: See USFS rule # 6512. (Time: 3:10 max)

Adult Gold: See USFS rule # 6512 (Time: 3:10 max)

-19- - SNOWPLOW SAM – BASIC 6 ELEMENTS

Format: All skaters performs all of the required elements before moving on to the next skater.  To be skated on 1/3 to 1/2 ice.  No music.  All elements must be skated in the order listed.

Level Time 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, 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 counter clockwise, 4-6 consecutive  Forward slalom  Beginning backward one-foot glide, either foot  Moving forward to backward two-foot turn on a circle  Backward one-foot glides, right and left Basic 4 1:00 max.  Forward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counter clockwise  Forward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directions  Beginning two-foot spin, maximum 2-4 revolutions  Backward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, one direction only  Backward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise  Backward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directions Basic 5 1:00 max.  Advanced two-foot spin, maximum 4-6 revolutions  Forward outside three-turn, right and left  Hockey stop  Forward inside three-turn, right and left Basic 6 1:00 max.  Bunny Hop  Forward spiral on a straight line, right or left  Beginning one-foot spin, 2-4 revolutions, optional free leg held position and entry  T-stop, right or left

-20- - 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.  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, 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 counter clockwise, 4-6 consecutive  Forward slalom  Beginning backward one-foot glide, either foot  Moving forward to backward two-foot turn on a circle  Backward one-foot glides, right and left Basic 4 1:10 max.  Forward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counter clockwise  Forward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directions  Beginning two-foot spin, maximum 2-4 revolutions  Backward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, one direction only  Backward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise 1:10 max.  Backward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directions Basic 5  Advanced two-foot spin, maximum 4-6 revolutions  Forward outside three-turn, right and left  Hockey stop  Forward inside three-turn, right and left Basic 6 1:10 max.  Bunny Hop  Forward spiral on a straight line, right or left  Beginning one-foot spin, 2-4 revolutions, optional free leg held position and entry  T-stop, right or left

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PRE-FREE SKATE – FREE SKATE 6 COMPULSORY Format: In simple program form, using a limited number of connecting steps, the skating order of the required elements is optional. 4. To be skated on ½ ice. 5. No music is allowed. 6. The skater must demonstrate the required elements and may use any additional elements from previous levels. Bonus skills from the same level or below are allowed but will not be judged elements. 7. A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level. 8. Time: 1:15 maximum

Level Time Skating rules/standards  Forward inside open Mohawk from a standstill position (R to L and L to R)  Two forward crossovers into a forward inside Mohawk, step down and Pre-Free Skate 1:15 max cross behind, step into one backward crossover and step to a forward inside edge, clockwise and counterclockwise  One-foot upright spin, optional entry and free-foot position (minimum three revolutions  Mazurka  Waltz jump  Forward power stroking, 4-6 consecutive strokes Free Skate 1 1:15 max.  Backward outside three-turns, right and left  Upright spin, entry from backward crossovers - minimum 4-6 revolutions  Toe loop  Half flip jump  Alternating forward outside and inside spirals on a continuous axis (2 sets) Free Skate 2 1:15 max.  Backward inside three-turns, right and left  Beginning back spin, up to two revolutions  Half Lutz  Salchow jump  Alternating Mohawk/crossover sequence, right to left and left to right Free Skate 3 1:15 max.  Waltz three-turns, clockwise and counterclockwise  Advanced back spin with free foot in crossed leg position, min 3 revs  Loop jump  Waltz jump/toe loop or Salchow/toe loop jump combination  Forward power 3's, 2-3 consecutive sets, right or left Free Skate 4 1:15 max.  Sit spin - minimum three revolutions  Half loop jump  Flip jump  Backward outside three-turn, Mohawk (backward power three-turn), both Free Skate 5 1:15 max. directions  Camel spin - minimum three revolutions  Waltz jump-loop jump combination  Lutz jump  Forward power pulls, right and left Free Skate 6 1:15 max.  Split jump or stag jump  Camel, sit spin combination - minimum of four revolutions total  Waltz jump, ½ loop, Salchow jump sequence  Beginning Axel jump

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PRE-FREE SKATE – FREE SKATE 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 an element is executed, length of glides, number of revolutions, etc., unless otherwise stated. Connecting steps and transitions should be demonstrated throughout the program.  To be skated on full ice.  The skater must demonstrate the required elements and may use but is not required to use any additional elements from previous levels. Bonus skills from the same level or below are allowed but will not be judged elements.  A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level.  Time 1:40 max.

Level Time Skating rules/standards  Two forward crossovers into a forward inside Mohawk, step down and cross behind, step into one backward crossover and step to a forward inside edge, Pre-Free Skate 1:40 max clockwise and counterclockwise  One-foot upright spin, optional entry and free-foot position (minimum three revolutions  Mazurka  Waltz jump  Forward power stroking, 4-6 consecutive strokes Free Skate 1 1:40 max  Upright spin, entry from backward crossovers - minimum 4-6 revolutions  Toe loop jump  Half flip jump  Alternating forward outside and inside spirals on a continuous axis (2 sets) Free Skate 2 1:40 max.  Beginning back spin, up to two revolutions  Half Lutz  Salchow jump  Alternating Mohawk/crossover sequence, right to left and left to right Free Skate 3 1:40 max  Advanced back spin with free foot in crossed leg position, min 3 revs  Loop jump  Waltz jump-toe loop or Salchow-toe loop jump combination  Forward power 3's, 2-3 consecutive sets, right or left Free Skate 4 1:40 max.  Sit spin - minimum three revolutions  Half Loop jump  Flip jump  Backward outside three-turn, Mohawk (backward power three-turn), both Free Skate 5 1:40 max. directions  Camel spin - minimum three revolutions  Waltz-loop jump combination  Lutz jump  Split jump or stag jump Free Skate 6 1:40 max.  Camel, sit spin combination - minimum of four revolutions total  Waltz jump, ½ loop, Salchow jump sequence  Beginning Axel jump

-23- - EVENT: Light Entertainment and Dramatic Entertainment Showcase Events *

Format:

 LIGHT ENTERTAINMENT SHOWCASE: should express a carefree concept or storyline designed to uplift and entertain the audience through related skating movements, gestures and physical actions.  DRAMATIC ENTERTAINMENT SHOWCASE: should express intense emotional connection and investment in the music, choreography and theme concept through related skating movements, gestures and physical actions.  Props and scenery are permitted.

General event parameters:

1. 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. 2. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline.

Event Requirements Must not have passed Age Time Beginner / High May not have passed any official No Age - 1:30 max Beginner USFS free skate or dance tests restriction No Age No Test - Pre-Preliminary Free Skate 1:30 max restriction No Age Pre-Preliminary - Preliminary Free Skate 1:30 max restriction Pre-Juvenile Free Skate OR No min. Max Preliminary Preliminary Free Skate 1:40 max Juvenile Free Dance age 20 Juvenile Free Skate OR Juvenile No min. Max Pre Juvenile Pre Juvenile Free Skate 1:40 max Free Dance age 20 Juvenile Free Skate OR Intermediate Free Skate OR Juvenile 13 and under 2:10 max Juvenile Free Dance Intermediate Free Dance Juvenile Free Skate OR Juvenile Intermediate Free Skate OR Intermediate Teen 14-17 2:10 max Free Dance Free Dance Intermediate Free Skate OR Novice Free Skate OR Novice Intermediate 17 and under 2:10 max Intermediate Free Dance Free Dance Juvenile Free Skate OR Juvenile Young Adult Novice Free Skate OR Novice Free Dance 18-20 2:10 max Free Dance Novice Free Skate OR Novice Junior Free Skate OR Junior Free No age Novice 2:10 max Free Dance Dance restriction Junior Free Skate OR Junior Senior Free Skate OR Senior Free Junior 2:40 max Free Dance Dance Senior Free Skate OR Senior No age Senior N/A 2:40 max Free Dance restriction

*Please be sure to specify Light Entertainment OR Dramatic Entertainment when registering for your showcase event.

-24- - EVENT: Adult Light Entertainment and Dramatic Entertainment Showcase Events

Event Requirements Must not have passed Age Time

Adult Bronze Free Skate or Pairs Events or have passed the Any Pre-Silver Dance 21 and Adult Bronze 1:40 max complete Pre-Bronze Dance Test Test older Adult Silver Free Skate or Pairs Events or have passed one Pre- Any Pre-Gold Dance 21 and Adult Silver 1:40 max Silver Dance Test Test older Adult Gold Free Skate or any Masters Pairs event or have passed Complete Pre-Gold 21 and Adult Gold 1:40 max one Pre-Gold Dance Test Dance Test older At least the Masters Intermediate or any Masters Pairs Event or 21 and Masters N/A 1:40 max have passed the complete Pre-Gold Dance Test older

Please be sure to specify either Adult Light Entertainment OR Adult Dramatic Entertainment when registering for your showcase event.

-25- - ISI PROGRAM MEMBERS: If you are in an ISI program, please use the conversion chart below to determine your appropriate competition level to enter.

If you passed ISI level Enter USFS level If you passed ISI level Enter USFS level

Tot or Pre-Alpha (age 7 and older) Basic 1 Freestyle 8 / Open Platinum Junior or Senior Alpha Advanced Pre-Alpha Basic 2 Freestyle 9 / Open Platinum Senior

Freestyle 10 / Open Advanced Pre-Alpha Basic 3 Senior Platinum Alpha/Gamma Basic 4 Freestyle 2 / Open Bronze Adult Pre-Bronze

Beta Basic 5 Freestyle 3 / Open Bronze Adult Bronze

Delta Basic 6 Freestyle 4 / Open Silver Adult Silver

Freestyle 5 / Open Gold Adult Gold

Pre-Free Skate-Free Skate Preliminary Gamma-Freestyle 1 Dance 3 6* Dance Freestyle 2 or 3 / Open Bronze Pre-Preliminary Dance 4 Pre-Bronze Dance

Freestyle 4 / Open Silver Preliminary Dance 5 Bronze Dance

Freestyle 5 / Open Silver Pre-Juvenile Dance 6 Pre-Silver Dance

Freestyle 6 / Open Gold Juvenile or Intermediate Dance 7 Silver Dance

Freestyle 7 / Open Platinum Novice Dance 9 Pre-Gold Dance

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LEARN TO SKATE – COMPETE USA EVENTS

The initial registration fee of $ 50.00 covers the first Learn to Skate- Compete USA event entered. If you choose to enter an additional Learn to Skate-Compete USA event, a $ 25.00 fee is required.

The Learn to Skate – Compete USA events are:

1. Basic Program: Snowplow Sam- Basic 6 2. Pre-Free Skate- Free Skate 6 Program 3. Snowplow Sam – Basic 6 Elements 4. Pre- Free Skate- Free Skate 6 Compulsory

IF you choose to enter other events offered in the competition (Spins, Jumps, Showcase etc.), those events will be $ 45.00 for each subsequent event entered.

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