PHILIPPINE SKATING UNION

Organization, Rules and Regulations - Manual 2012 Preface.

This publication intends to be a guideline for skaters, parents, coaches and officials involved in Ice Figure Skating, Pair Skating, Ice Dancing and Speed Skating in the Philippines. It explains the basic rules and regulations laid down for all PSU-sanctioned competitions.

With this publication the PSU attempts to offer a clear insight in its rules and regulations and to avoid confusion and disputes.

These pages do not form the by laws or Constitution of the PSU nor are they intended to be used as such.

At all times the Philippine Skating Union intends to align itself and its rules and regulations with the International Skating Union in Lausanne, Switzerland, the Philippine Olympic Committee and with its articles of incorporation, by-laws and general regulations.

A. General.

a. The Philippine Skating Union founded in 2003, is the exclusive national sport federation recognized by the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) and International Skating Union (ISU) administering Ice Figure Skating, Pair Skating, Ice Dancing and Speed Skating in the Philippines.

b. The Philippine Skating Union constitutes an association having its own identity in accordance with Philippine Laws.

c. The Philippine Skating Union has jurisdiction over Ice Figure skating, Pair Skating, Ice Dancing and Speed Skating throughout the Philippines.

d. The objects of the Philippine Skating Union are the regulation, control and promotion of the sport of Ice Figure Skating, Pair Skating, Ice Dancing and Speed Skating and its organized development on the basis of friendship and mutual understanding between sportsmen. The PSU shall work for broadening interest in the sport by increasing its popularity, improving its quality and increasing the number of participants in the Country. The PSU shall ensure that the interests of all are observed and respected.

e. Among the activities of the PSU particular importance is given to organizing the Philippine National Figure Skating Championships and to promote and help organize National and International competitions. Other PSU activities may include, ice skating exhibitions, tours, shows, performances, seminars and clinics. The PSU holds all rights to its events and is entitled to organize events directly or in cooperation with skating clubs or associations.

f. The financial year of the PSU begins January 1st and ends December 31st.

g. The Philippine Skating Union does not approve of any interference based on political, racial or religious grounds and will make every effort to avoid such interference.

h. Addendum 1 lists the current officers of the PSU, its headquarters and contact details.

II. Club Recognition

a. The members of the Philippine Skating Union are the various skating rinks registered. They are the voting members of the PSU. However, some of its functions, such as recognition and endorsement of the athletes and officials to PSU events and activities are delegated to the recognized clubs as represented by their President and/or their Secretary General.

b. Recognition of the Philippine Skating Union may be granted to an ice skating club or association. The granting of recognition shall be decided on and executed by the PSU. In order to be recognized, the ice skating club or association shall present the following:

i. A duly accomplished application form. ii. SEC registration with articles of incorporation, constitution and by laws. iii. List of officers iv. List of active members, honorary members and supporting members.

c. A minimum of 20 active skaters is required to be considered as a PSU recognized club or association.

d. PSU defines an active skater as the one who has participated in at least one official PSU event during the calendar year and must be a holder of a current PSU international passport.

e. Coaches and Judges are direct members of the PSU. Other individuals may be considered on a case-to-case basis.

f. A list of active members, skaters must be furnished annually by each PSU recognized club or association.

g. Annual fees for clubs or associations are to be paid upon joining and thereafter before January 31st of each calendar year. The amount of annual fees is to be decided by the PSU board.

h. If annual fees are not paid by the 1st of July of each calendar year, the recognized club or association will lose all privileges until such fees are settled.

i. Details of the recognized clubs/associations are in addendum 2.

III. Working Committee

a. The PSU Working Committee was established on the 18th of July 2003. Its purpose is to establish and develop the rules and regulations that will govern the sport of Ice Figure Skating, Pair Skating, Ice dancing and Speed Skating in the Philippines and to help prepare our athletes for participation in ISU sanctioned competitions throughout Asia and the rest of the world.

b. The working committee members were duly sworn in by the former President of the Philippine Olympic Committee Mr. Cito Dayrit. The tenure of the members was set for a 2 and a half-year period leading up to the SEA Games.

IV. Competitions

a. Competitions held in accordance with the PSU rules may be organized by the PSU member and recognized organizations. The PSU organizes the Philippine National Figure Skating Championships and the Philippine Figure Skating Challenge on an annual basis. All competitions shall be held in accordance with the rules and regulations of the PSU which are mainly in line with the ISU rules and regulations.

b. To be eligible to participate in a PSU sanctioned competition in any given level, a skater has to pass the qualifying test of that level organized on a regular basis by the PSU according to PSU qualifying rules.

c. Only members of the PSU, recognized clubs or associations can participate in PSU competitions.

d. Each PSU recognized club or association must have announced to the PSU by December 31st of the previous year the competitions and/or events they plan to organize during the succeeding year. Such competitions and events will be ruled on and approved by the PSU.

e. The Philippine National Figure Skating Championships are only open to Filipino skaters, skaters with dual citizenships and long time residents (2 months minimum).

For the Philippine National Figure Skating Championships, a special rule applies in cases where there is only one competitor in any given category. In case there is only one competitor in a category this skater will be asked to perform both the short and the long program.

f. The Philippine Figure Skating Challenge is an open competition that brings together eligible and ineligible skaters and is open to foreign nationals. Skaters from outside the Philippines can skate in their actual ISU level, aligned ISI level or in a higher level if they choose to do so. However, participation of an ineligible skater and the level in which he or she participates is at the discretion of the organizing committee. We expect that a constructive dialogue takes place between the skater, coach and the competition’s organizing committee before evaluating participation and level.

g. Announcements of competitions are the responsibility of the organizing committee and must include venue, dates, opening and closing times, levels and events in which can be participated, entry fees and deadlines. Announcements must state that the competition is sanctioned by the PSU and held according to the rules of the PSU.

h. The entry fee for participation in PSU sanctioned competitions is to be announced with the competition details. If the skater registers after the registration deadline, a hundred percent surcharge will be applied upon acceptance.

V. Qualifying Test Guidelines

a. In order to participate in a qualifying test for PSU sanctioned competitions the skater has to be a member of the PSU or belong to a recognized club member club or association.

b. All skaters who wish to participate in future Nationals or any other PSU sanctioned competitions have to pass the qualifying tests as presented in the test standards of the PSU. Foreign skaters follow the rules specified in (IV.f)

c. Test schedules will be published by the PSU in all member rinks.

d. Submission of a TEST APPLICATION form and full payment of the test fee must be done by the recognized Club President or its Secretary General within one week prior to the scheduled test date. The current test fee may be adjusted by the PSU from time to time.

e. A six-point scoring system will be followed throughout the tests and deductions will be done in accordance with the PSU scoring guidelines further in this manual.

f. There will be three (3) PSU accredited judges/examiners from among the list of PSU qualified examiners for every test in each level.

g. The test will start with the program containing the compulsory elements of the level (see chapter VI, compulsory requirements for short and test programs). If the skater does not complete or incorrectly executes more than one of the required elements the test is a “Re- Take Test”. If the skater does not complete or incorrectly executes only one of the required elements and all other required elements are executed correctly, he can, at the discretion of the judges repeat that element after the program, but only once. If the element is still in doubt, the test is a “Re-Take Test”.

h. No vocals are permitted in the music. However, humming without lyrics is acceptable.

i. Judging stops at the end of the maximum allowed time without penalty, provided all required elements are executed.

The duration of the test programs is as follows:

i. Pre Juvenile - 1 minute and 30 seconds maximum ii. Juvenile – 1 minute and 40 seconds maximum iii. Basic Novice A – 1 minute and 45 seconds maximum iv. Basic Novice B – 2 minutes and 15 seconds maximum v. Advance Novice – 2 minutes and 30 seconds maximum vi. Junior – 3 minutes and 30 seconds maximum vii. Senior – 4 minutes

The dress code is : Competition costume.

j. Only Judges / Examiners, Examinees and 2 PSU designated representatives are allowed in the lobby of the ice skating rink during the tests. No other skaters, parents, coaches or members of the public are allowed inside the ice skating rink lobby during testing.

SILENCE MUST BE STRICTLY OBSERVED during the tests.

k. The PSU will issue a certificate for each skater for each successful qualifying test stating the skater’s full name, age, level of test passed, venue and date of the test within 7 working days.

VI. Compulsory Requirements for Test Programs.

All Test Programs will be done to music incorporating all the required elements of each category.

PRE-JUVENILE

JUMPS Salchow Waltz Toe Loop

SPINS One Foot Spin (minimum four (4) revolutions) Change Foot Upright Spin (minimum three (3) revolutions per position)

ONE FORWARD SPIRAL

Passing average: 3.5

Duration : 1 minute and 30 seconds maximum

JUVENILE

JUMPS Three (3) different jumps, one must be an AXEL. One jump combination consisting of two (2) different single jump excluding AXEL.

SPINS Forward Sit spin (minimum four (4) revolutions) Camel Spin (minimum four (4) revolutions)

STEPS Straight Line, Circular or Serpentine (choose one only)

Passing average: 3.5

Duration : 1 minute and 40 seconds maximum

BASIC NOVICE A

JUMP Axel Loop Flip Combination JUMP consisting of two (2) Single Jumps. Excluding AXEL.

SPIN Sit Spin with one Change of Foot (minimum four (4) revolutions per position) Camel Spin (minimum four (4) revolutions in position)

STEPS Straight Line, Circular or Serpentine (choose one only)

Passing average: 3.5

Duration : 1 minute and 45 seconds maximum

BASIC NOVICE B

JUMP Axel Lutz

Choose one from the following ( Double Salchow or Double Toe Loop ) One (1) Jump Combination consisting of either single-double or double-double combination

SPIN Sit change sit spin (minimum four (4) revolution in position ) Spin combination from flying entry with one change of foot and one change of position (minimum three (3) revolution per position)

STEPS Straight line, Circular or Serpentine (choose one only)

Passing average: 3.5

Duration : 2 minutes and 15 seconds maximum

ADVANCE NOVICE

JUMP Double Salchow Double Loop Double Toe Loop

Any Double-double jump combinations

SPIN Choice of Camel Spin, Sit Spin or Layback Spin (minimum six (6) revolutions ) Spin combination consisting of one change of foot and one change of position. Combination must include a Flying Spin. (minimum three (3) revolutions per position)

STEPS Straight line, Circular or Serpentine (choose one only )

Passing average : 3.5

Duration : 2 minutes and 30 seconds maximum

JUNIOR

JUMP Double Flip Double AXEL Any Double jump (Skater's choice) Any double-double jump combinations

SPIN Flying sit or Axel sit (minimum six (6) revolutions) Ladies: Layback Spin or Cross Foot spin (minimum six (6) revolutions) Mens: Death Drop (minimum six (6) revolutions) Spin combination consisting of three (3) position and One (1) Change of Foot (minimum three (3) revolutions per position)

STEPS Straight line, circular or serpentine (choose one only)

Passing average : 3.5

Duration : 3 minutes and 30 seconds maximum

SENIOR

JUMP Double AXEL Double Lutz One Triple Jump Triple-double jump combination

SPIN Maximum of three (3) spins One must be Flying Spin Spin combination (skater's choice) One spin with one position (eight (8) revolutions)

STEPS Mens: Two (2) Step Sequence Ladies: One (1) Step Sequence and One (1) Spiral sequence

Passing average : 3.5

Duration : 4 minutes maximum

VII. Rules for the Free Skate Program.

Free Skating

Free Skating consists of a well balanced program of Free Skating elements, such as jumps, spins, steps and other linking movements executed with a minimum of two footed skating in harmony with music of the Competitor’s choice, except that vocal music with lyrics is not permitted (until the end of the season 2013/2014).

Pre Juvenile Well Balanced Program

Free Skating Duration : 2 minutes 15 seconds

A well balanced Free Skating program for Juvenile boys and girls must contain:

a. Maximum of 3 different jumps, one of which must be a single Toe Loop Jump. A combination jump is limited to 2 jumps only.

b. Maximum of 2 different spins, one of which must be a sit spin.

c. One forward spiral sequence (at least 3 seconds hold)

Juvenile Well Balanced Program

Free Skating Duration : 2 minutes 15 seconds

A well balanced Free Skating program for Juvenile boys and girls must contain:

a.Maximum of four (4) jump elements. One (1) must be an Axel-type jump*; maximum two(2) combinations or sequences. Combinations are limited to two (2) jumps. The Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited. No more than 3 double jumps may be repeated, one (1) each, but only as part of combination or sequence. Maximum of two (2) of any double jump. No triple jumps.

b. Maximum of 2spins. One(1) spin combination with/without change of foot* may fly; one (1)spin with only one (1) position may fly; nochange of foot*; minimum five (5) revolutions ; 8 for combination ; minimum two (2) revolutions s in position . All spins must be of different nature.

c. Maximum of one(1) step sequence ; Straight line, circular, or serpentine* ; Must use the entire ice surface note : * means element is required

Basic Novice B Well Balanced Program

Free Skating Duration: 3:00 min, +/. 10 sec.

A well balanced Free Skating program for Basic Novice B boys and girls must contain: a) Maximum of 5 jump elements for Girls and 6 jump elements for Boys one of which must be an Axel type jump. There may be up to two (2) jump combinations or sequences. A jump combination can contain only two (2) jumps. A jump sequence can contain any number of jumps, but only two most difficult jumps will be counted. Only two (2) jumps with two and a half (2 1/2) or more revolutions can be repeated either in a jump combination or in a jump sequence.

b) There must be a maximum of two (2) spins of a different nature, one of which must be a spin combination (minimum of ten (10) revolutions in total)

c) There must be for Girls and Boys one (1) step sequence fully utilizing the ice surface. The sequence will receive Level features and will also be evaluated on GOE.

Basic Novice A Well Balanced Program

Free SkatingDuration: 2:30 min, +/. 10 sec.

A well balanced Free Skating program for Basic Novice A must contain:

a) Maximum of 4 Jump elements for Girls and Boys one of which must be an Axel type jump. There may be up to two (2) jump combinations or sequences. Jump combinations can contain only two (2) jumps. A jump sequence can contain any number of jumps, but only two most difficult jumps will be counted. Triple jumps are not permitted.

b) There must be a maximum of two (2) spins of a different nature (abbreviation), one of which must be a spin combination with or without change of foot (minimum of six (6) revolutions in total) and one spin with no change of position and with or without change of foot (minimum of six (6) revolutions in total).

c) There must be a maximum: (i) For Girls one (1) choreographic sequence which includes at least one (1) spiral position at least (3) seconds long. The sequence will have a fixed Base value and evaluated in GOE only. (ii) For Boys maximum of one (1) step sequence with a fixed Base value and evaluated in GOE only.

Advance Novice Girls Well Balanced Program

Free Skating Duration 3:00 min, +/. 10 sec. for girls

A well balanced Free Skating program for Advance Novice Girls must contain:

a) Maximum six (6) jump elements for Girls and seven (7) jump elements for Boys, one of which must be an Axel type jump. There may be up to two (2) jump combinations or sequences. A jump combination can contain only two (2) jumps. A jump sequence can contain any number of jumps, but only two most difficult jumps will be counted. Only two (2) jumps with two and a half (2 1/2revolutions or more can be repeated either in a jump combination or in a jump sequence.

b) There must be a maximum of two (2) spins of a different nature, one of which must be a spin combination (minimum of ten (10) revolutions) and one a flying spin or a spin with a flying entrance (minimum of six (6) revolutions).

c) There must be a maximum of one (1) step sequence

Advance Novice Boys Well Balanced Program

Free Skating Duration: 3:30 min, +/-10 sec. for boys

A well balanced Free Skating program for Advance Novice Boys must contain:

a) Maximum 6 jump elements for Girls and 7 jump elements for Boys one of which must be an Axel type jump. There may be up to two (2) jump combinations or sequences. A jump combination can contain only two (2) jumps. A jump sequence can contain any number of jumps, but only two most difficult jumps will be counted. Only two (2) jumps with two and a half (2 1/2) revolutions or more can be repeated either in a jump combination or in a jump sequence.

b) There must be a maximum of two (2) spins of a different nature, one of which must be a spin combination (minimum of ten (10) revolutions) and one a flying spin or a spin with a flying entrance (minimum of six (6) revolutions).

c) There must be a maximum of one (1) step sequence

Junior Well Balanced Program

Free Skating Duration: Men: 4 minutes and 30 seconds

A well balanced Free Skating program for Men must contain:

a) Maximum of 8 jump elements (one of which must be an Axel type jump);

b) Maximum of 3 spins, one of which must be a spin combination, one a flying spin or a spin with a flying entrance and one a spin with only one position;

c) Maximum of 1 step sequence.

Free Skating Duration: Ladies: 3 minutes and 30 seconds, +/-seconds A well balanced Free Skating program for Ladies must contain:

a) Maximum of 7 jump elements (one of which must be an Axel type jump);

b) Maximum of 3 spins, one of which must be a spin combination, one a flying spin or a spin with a flying entrance and one a spin with only one position;

c) Maximum of 1 step sequence.

Senior Well Balanced Program

Free Skating Duration: Men: 4 minutes and 30 seconds, +/-10 seconds

A well balanced Free Skating program for Men must contain:

a) Maximum of 8 jump elements (one of which must be an Axel type jump);

b) Maximum of 3 spins, one of which must be a spin combination, one a flying spin or a spin with a flying entrance and one a spin with only one position;

c) Maximum of 1 step sequence;

d) Maximum of 1 choreographic sequence.

Free Skating Duration: Ladies: 4 minutes, +/-seconds

A well balanced Free Skating program for Ladies must contain:

a) Maximum of 7 jump elements (one of which must be an Axel type jump);

b) Maximum of 3 spins, one of which must be a spin combination, one a flying spin or a spin with a flying entrance and one a spin with only one position;

c) Maximum of 1 step sequence;

d) Maximum of 1 choreographic sequence.

General The Competitor has complete freedom to select the Free Skating elements, the sum of which will comprise the program. All elements are to be linked together by connecting steps of a different nature and by other comparable Free Skating movements while fully utilizing the entire ice surface (forward and backward crossovers are not considered to be connecting steps). Any additional element or elements exceeding the prescribed numbers will not be counted in the results of a participant. Only the first attempt (or allowed number of attempts) of an element will be taken into account.

Remarks For all singles Free Programs the following will apply:

Individual Jumps Individual jumps can contain any number of revolutions.

Jump Combinations and Jump Sequences A jump combination may consist of the same or another single, double, triple or quadruple jump. There may be up to three jump combinations or jump sequences in the Free Program. One jump combination could consist of up to three (3) jumps, the other two up to two (2) jumps. Repetitions: A Double Axel cannot be included more than two (2) times in total in a Single’s Free Program (as a Solo Jump or a part of Combination / Sequence). Of all the triple and quadruple jumps only two (2) can be repeated and these repetitions must be in either a jump-combination or in a jump sequence. Triple and quadruple jumps with the same name will be considered as two different jumps. A repeated triple or quadruple jump, not included into a jump combination or jump sequence, will be considered as a part of a not successfully executed jump sequence and counted as a jump sequence with only one jump executed. If three (3) jump combinations or jump sequences (in total) have already been executed, the repeated solo jump will be treated as an additional element and therefore not considered (but this element will occupy a jump 90 element box if there still is any left). No triple or quadruple jump can be attempted more than twice. If a third repeated jump is executed in a combination or sequence, the entire combination or sequence will be treated as an additional element and therefore not considered (but this element will occupy a jump element box if there still is any left).

Spins All Spins must be of a different character. Any Spin with the same character (abbreviation) as the one executed before will be deleted (but will occupy a spinning box). The spins must have a required minimum number of revolutions: six (6) for the flying spin and the spin with only one position and ten (10) for the spin combination, the lack of which must be reflected by Judges in their marking. These minimum number of required revolutions must be counted from the entry of the spin until its exit (except final wind-up in Spins in one position and Flying spins). In the spin combination and spin in one position the change of foot is optional. The number of different positions in the spin combination is free.

Steps The Competitors have complete freedom in selecting the kind of step sequence they intend to execute. Jumps can also be included in the step sequence. However the step sequence must fully utilize the ice surface. Step sequences too short and barely visible cannot be considered as meeting the requirements of a step sequence.

Choreographic Sequences A Choreographic Sequence consist of any kind of movements like steps, turns, spirals, arabesques, spread eagles, Ina Bauers, hydroblading, transitional (unlisted) jumps, spinning movements etc. A Choreographic Sequence for Ladies must include at least one spiral (not a kick) of any length. The Sequence commences with the first move and is concluded with the last move of the Skater. The pattern is not restricted, but the Sequence must fully utilize the ice surface. If this requirement is not fulfilled, the Sequence will have no value. The Choreographic Sequence has to be performed later then the step sequence. The Choreographic Sequence has a base value and will be evaluated by the judges in GOE only.

VIII. Competition Judging.

a. It is the aim of the PSU to train and educate a group of independent judges or to avail of foreign independent judges for all its competitions. These judges will not be allowed to have any coaching activities and should not have any alliance with individual coaches or skaters. b. However, if such independent judges are not available and to the extent that no foreign judges are available, the countries top coaches will serve as judges.

c. Judges are required to judge all events as professionals and distance themselves from personal preferences for individual skaters, clubs or associations.

IX. Scoring Guidelines the Qualifying Tests.

The scoring guidelines for the short program and for qualifying tests are as follows:

Jumps: 0.1 - 0.4 -Omission 0.5 0.4 -Fall on take off or landing 0.4 -Less than the required revolutions 0.3 -Starting or landing on two feet 0.3 -Stepping out of the landing 0.2 - 0.3 -Rotation not complete 0.1 - 0.3 -Starting from the wrong edge 0.1 - 0.2 -Steps/movements not immediately proceeding jumps 0.1 - 0.2 -Touch down of free foot or hand(s) 0.1 -Only 1 movement preceding jump

Jump Combination: 0.1 - 0.4 -Omission 0.5 0.4 -Fall on take off 0.4 -Fall on first jump 0.4 -Both jumps landed on two feet 0.3 -Stepping out of the landing of the first jump 0.3 -Fall on the second jump 0.3 -Either jump less than the required revolutions 0.2 -Stepping out of the landing of the second jump 0.2 -Two foot take off on either jumps 0.1 - 0.3 -Starting on the wrong edge 0.2 -Either jump with incomplete rotation 0.2 -One jump landed on two feet 0.1 - 0.2 -Touch down of free foot or hand(s) 0.1 -Three turns between the two jumps

Flying Spin: 0.1 - 0.4 -Omission 0.5 0.4 -Fall 0.1 - 0.3 -Position in the air not attained 0.1 - 0.3 -Less than the required revolutions 01. - 0.2 -Incorrect take off or landing 0.1 - 0.2 -Touch down of free foot or hand(s)

Spin: 0.1 - 0.4 -Omission 0.5 0.4 -Fall 0.2 - 0.3 -Re-entering of spin 0.1 - 0.3 -Less than the required revolutions 0.1 - 0.2 -Touch down of free foot or hand(s)

Spin Combination: 0.1 - 0.4 -Omission 0.5 0.4 -Fall 0.2 - 0.3 -Re-entering of spin 0.2 - 0.3 -Less than the required positions 0.1 - 0.3 -Less than the required revolutions 0.1 - 0.2 -Touch down of free foot or hand(s)

Step Sequence: 0.1 - 0.4 -Omission 0.5 0.3 -Fall 0.2 -Pattern incorrect 0.2 -Jump of more than half a turn 0.1 - 0.2 -Stumble during the sequence 0.1 - 0.2 -Retrogression 0.1 - 0.2 -Less than three spiral positions

Additional deductions: 0.3 Repetition of solo jump or either jump in combination jump 0.1 - 0.2 Skating not according to the requirements / rules 0.1 - 0.2 Extra or repeated elements

The execution of an unprescribed element in place of a prescribed element must be considered as an omission plus additional deduction of 0.1 - 0.2 points for an extra element should be taken.

X. Protests.

a. The results of the qualifying tests are final and cannot be protested.

b. Protests concerning competition participation, eligibility rulings, composition of judges must be made immediately upon announcement of such rulings and in any case prior to the start of the competition. Protests of this nature can be made in writing to the Organizing Body. If an immediate decision cannot be reached in such matters the competition will go ahead as scheduled and the competitor will be allowed to join under protest but announcement of the result of that particular event will be withheld until a ruling on the protest is made.

c. Protests concerning competition results can be lodged in writing with the Organizing Body within 24 hours at the end of the competition.

d. No protest on general matters will be entertained. Protest should be specific. The burden of proof lies on the protester.

e. A protest may be lodged by the respective coach of the competitor or a coach representative but only with the concurrence of subject competitor.

f. All protests will be subject to USD100. Protest Fee is subject to change with prior notice.

g. The Organizing Body will rule on all protests and there is no appeal to this ruling. No more appeal to this ruling.

XI. Conduct of Competitors, Coaches, Parents and Team Officials during Competitions.

a. Competitors, coaches, team officials and parents must obey the instructions of the Officials in charge of the competition.

b. Anybody who either directly or through a third party, openly expresses him or herself in an improper manner regarding the officials or their decisions, or regarding the markings of the judges, the related participating athlete may be excluded by the Organizing Body from the remainder of the competition or afterwards by the PSU for a definite period from future competitions.

c. Any official or judge at a PSU sanctioned competition who learns of improper or irregular conduct or proposals concerning judges or judging of an event must report this within 24 hours of the discovery of the conflict, to the Organizing Body who must then report the details of the incident immediately in writing to the PSU. The PSU will then decide on the appropriate action.

d. The PSU may exclude from participating in any PSU event any skater who has been proven to have willingly and knowingly acted against the rules and regulations of the PSU. Before exclusion the skater must be informed in writing about the nature of the alleged offence. The skater may also be sanctioned by the PSU due to improper behavior or conduct of his/her coach, parent or supporter.

XII. National training pool, national team and training opportunities.

a. The PSU organizes a national training pool and national team in the run up to major international and ISU competitions such as the Four Continents, World Figure Skating Championships, World Junior Figure Skating Championships, Grand Prix competitions, various Asian competitions, the Asian Winter Games, Winter Youth Olympic Games and the Winter Olympic Games.

b. The PSU will discuss and issue a set of criteria for inclusion of individual skaters into the national training pool, the national team and/or other PSU organized and sponsored training opportunities.

c. These criteria will be announced as soon as they have been established by the PSU.

XIII. Expenses

a. For the Philippine National Figure Skating Championships and other events organized directly by the PSU, all expenses will be provided by the PSU. Entry fees will be collected and use to offset expenses.

b. For other competitions and events organized by the PSU recognized clubs or associations, all expenses will be provided by the Organizing club or association. Entry fees will be collected by the organizing club or association to offset against competition expenses.

c. Depending on the availability of budget there will be remuneration for competition officials, referees or judges and they can be provided with meals and snacks during the performance of their duties.

d. PSU recognized clubs or associations may elect to remunerate those who assist in putting together shows, productions and exhibitions including the skaters themselves.

e. Although the Philippine Skating Union is not a funding organization, it will assist in looking for sponsors to support its athletes and officials.

XIV. Medical Rules and Liabilities / Doping

a. It is the sole responsibility of each individual skater participating in PSU events to provide medical and accident insurance for himself. PSU recognized clubs or associations may organize this for their members but the prime responsibility remains with the individual. The PSU assumes no responsibility for or liability with respect to bodily or personal injury or property damage incurred in connection with its events.

b. The PSU fully adopts the anti doping code, policies and regulations of the International Skating Union (ISU) and the International Olympic Committee (IOC)

XV. Records

a. Following records will be kept by the PSU: i. Member details (name, age, m/f, club membership) ii. Highest successful test level and date of the test (PSU and ISI) iii. Participation in the nationals, level and result

b. In addition, PSU recognized clubs or associations are encouraged to keep their own records with additional information regarding participation and results in open competitions, events, shows and performances.

Addendum 4 : List of National Champions and awardees.

XVI. Changes and amendments.

Changes and amendments to these rules can only be approved by the PSU Board or the PSU Executive Committee and will be published in a timely manner by issuing replacement or additional pages to this manual

ADDENDUM 1 Officers and Contact Details of the PSU

The Official and Mailing Address of the PSU is:

PHILIPPINE SKATING UNION SM Corporate Office c/o Leisure center Inc. Bay Boulevard, Pasay City Philippines

Contact Details: President : Office No. (632) 833 - 5088 (632) 831 - 7000 Loc. 2601 Fax No. (632) 834 - 1079 Cell Phone No. 0920 - 912 3048

Secretary General Office No. (632) 633 - 5007 (632) 633 - 5008 (632) 800 - 0426 Fax No. (632) 634 - 2415 (632) 633 - 7052 Cell Phone No. 0920 - 912 3155 0916 - 217 7485

List of PSU Officers : Chairman Hans T. Sy President Manuel V. Veguillas Board of Directors Ramon A. Syhunliong Terry Capistrano Atty. Arthur A. Sy Secretary General Benito Lim

ADDENDUM 2 Original Member Clubs and Associations of the PSU

Elite Blade Club: President Manny Guidote Vice President Secretary Treasurer Pro Auditor Coach Arnaldo Mariñas

Manila Figure Skating Club: President Pia Lago Vice President Secretary Treasurer Coach Nardie Aranton

Metro Skating Club (Rizal) President Melanie Damian Vice President Secretary Treasurer Coach Ogie Benitez

Filipino-Chinese Figure Skating Club President Atty. Alex Goelanie Damian Vice President Secretary Treasurer Coach Eric Navalta

ADDENDUM 3 Working Committee Members

Manuel V. Veguillas (Chairman) Raymund Retumban Noel Resultay Juliet Fantolgo Al Marinas Dave Alarcon Ian Gabriel Cruz Eric Navalta

ADDENDUM 4 Guidelines for a Well Balanced Free Program (ISU Communication No. 1207)

Free Program - Single Skating

Definition: Jump Element. A “jump element” is defined as an individual jump, a jump combination or a jump sequence.

For all single programs the following will apply:

MEN - junior category - Free Program:  Maximum of 8 jump elements (including an Axel type jump)  Maximum of 3 spins, one of which must be a spin-combination, one a flying spin and one a spin with only one position.  Maximum of two step sequences, one of which must include “Moves in the Field”

MEN - senior category - Free Program:  Maximum of 8 jump elements (including and Axel type jump)  Maximum of 4 spins, one of which must be a spin-combination, one a flying spin and one a spin with only one position.  Maximum of 2 step sequences, one of which must include “Moves in the Field”

LADIES - junior category - Free Program:  Maximum of 7 jump elements (including and Axel type jump)  Maximum of 3 spins, one of which must be a spin-combination, one a flying spin and one a spin with only one position.  Maximum of 2 step sequences, one of which must be a spiral step sequence.

LADIES - senior category - Free Program  Maximum of 7 jump elements (including an Axel type jump)  Maximum of 4 spins, one of which must be a spin -combination, one a flying spin and one a spin with only one position.  Maximum of 2 step sequences, one of which must be a spiral step sequence.

REMARKS

Free Program Jump Combination / Jumps Sequence A jump combination may consist of the same or another double, triple or quadruple jump. There may be up to two jump combinations or jump sequences in the Free program. One jump combination could consist of up to three (3) jumps, the other one up to two (2) jumps. The value of the jumps will be added and not factored. In a jump combination the landing foot of the first jump is the take off foot of the second. The same would apply to the third jump. A three turn on one foot between jumps without touching the ice with the free foot keeps the element in the frame of this definition allowing still to call it a combination (with an error), but if together with this turn the skater’s free leg touches the ice, the element becomes a jump sequence. A jump-combination is scored as “one unit” not as individual jumps. The level of GOE given to calculate the result is related to the jump with the highest value.

Jump Sequence Jump sequences are evaluated by adding the value (basic values with adjustments) of the two most difficult jumps included, with a factor of 0.8 for the sum of the two jumps.

A jump sequence may consist of any number of jumps. Between the jumps there can be turns, simple jumps but no stroking. Only one rotation on the ice from the landing of the previous jump to the entry of the next jump is allowed.

The jump sequence is evaluated by the Judge as one unit. The level of GOE given to calculate the result is related to the jump with the highest value.

Repetitions Only two jumps with 3 or more revolutions can be repeated in the Free Program and they must be in either a jump-combination or in a jump sequence.

A repeated triple or quadruple solo jump, not included into a jump combination or a jump sequence, will be considered as extra and not counted, but will be considered as a part of a not successfully executed jump combination and counted as a jump combination with only one jump executed. If two jump combinations or jump sequences )in total) have already been executed, the repeated solo jump will be treated as an additional element and therefore not considered.

Additional Elements Any additional elements or elements exceeding the numbers prescribed above will not be counted in the result of a participant. Only the first attempt (or allowed number of attempts) of such elements will be taken into account.

Spins The spins are not limited in the number of rotations, however an individual “spin” with less than three rotations is considered as a skating movement and not a spin.

Additional Moves in the Field Moves in the Field which are not integrated in one of the step sequences (Men Free Skating) will be considered under the “Transitions”

ADDENDUM 5 National Champions and Awardees

***** 2001 National Champions ***** Juvenile Female : Lim,Samantha Innah Juvenile Male : Yao,Vincent Paul Intermediate Female : Velez,Kristine Novice Female : Quibol,Ma. Susana Junior female : Quilet,Le-Mair Junior male : Capili,Ronan Senior Female : Laureano,Francesca Marie Senior Male : Lim,Jericho

***** 2002 National Champions ****** Juvenile Female : Faustino,Jaquiline Juvenile Male : Martinez,Dikki John Intermediate Female : Palaca,Ramina Intermediate Male : Bergonia,Bien Patrick Novice Female : Beramo,Gerammy Junior Female : Quibol,Ma. Susana Senior Female : Laureano,Francesca Marie Senior male : Feliciano,Dale Marcus

***** 2003 National Champions ***** Class E Ladies : Vidamo,Cara Vanessa Class E Men : Lim,Shaun Isiah Class D Ladies : Pasia,Phoebe Marie Class D Men : Martinez,Dikki John Class C Ladies : Mapagu,Bienangela Class B Ladies : Palaca,Ramina Class B men : Domdom,Abraham Class A Ladies : Laureano,Francesca Marie automatically became champion

TEMPORARY ADDENDUM CONCERNING ALIGNMENT BETWEEN ISI AND PSU LEVELS

The following rules apply until further notice to the Philippine National Championships and for all other PSU sanctioned competitions.They are meant to assure that skaters participate in the level appropriate to their skill level and will eventually be fazed out to allow for a totally independent PSU system.

1. New Entries:

When a skater enters the Philippine nationals or PSU sanctioned competition for the first time he/she is required to do so in accordance with following ISI alignment arrangement.

Freestyle 1 to 3 - Class F ( applicable to grand prix only) Freestyle 4 - Class E Freestyle 5 - Class D Freestyle 6 - Class C Freestyle 7 & 8 - Class B Freestyle 9 & 10 - Class A

In order to be allowed to participate in a PSU sanctioned competition the skater has to pass the qualifying test of that corresponding level.

The above applies for all skaters in the Philippine National Championships and for local skaters in other PSU sanctioned competitions. For skaters from outside the Philippines entering into PSU sanctioned competitions, please see paragraph IV of the manual.

2. Existing PSU skaters.

After entering in the Philippine National Championships or any PSU sanctioned competition and subsequently moving up only one (1) level in ISI,the skater has the option to remain in his/her previous PSU level with the exception of the champions in Class D and E (see paragraph IV of the PSU manual).

If the skater moves up two (2) levels in ISI, he/she MUST move up one(1) level in the PSU competitions. In order to do so he/she MUST pass the qualifying test for that level.

Only individual test levels of ISI are taken into consideration.Couples and pair tests are not.

For the sake of clarity and because precedents have been set: if a skater participates in any individual event of an ISI competition he/she is considered to be at that particular skill level even if he/she has technically not yet passed the ISI test of that level.