The 25th Annual Chesapeake Open August 4-8, 2021

Sanctioned by U.S. Figure Skating

Sponsored by The Baltimore Figure Skating Club

The Chesapeake Open is pleased to have been chosen by U.S. Figure Skating as the designated, Last Chance Event for the Eastern Section 2021 Solo Dance Series.

The Chesapeake Open will be conducted in accordance with the rules and regulations of U.S. Figure Skating, as set forth in the current rulebook, as well as any pertinent updates or Technical Notifications which have been posted on the U.S. Figure Skating website. This competition will be using the 2021- 2022 Well Balanced Program Requirements for all Singles, Pairs and Dance events. Compliance with these rules as updated or amended is the sole responsibility of the participants and their coaches. This competition will not be offering Final Rounds.

This competition is open to all eligible, restricted, reinstated or readmitted persons as defined by the Eligibility Rules, and who are currently registered member of a U.S. Figure Skating member club, a collegiate club or who is an individual member in accordance with the current rulebook. Please refer to the current rulebook for non-U.S. citizens.

LOCATION: The Gardens Ice House 3800 Old Gunpowder Road Laurel, Maryland 20707 (410) 792.4947 https://www.thegardensicehouse.com/

RINK: The competition will be held at The Gardens Ice House. The IJS competition will be held on an ice surface that measures 100’ x 200’ with rounded corners, and/or an additional surface measuring 85’ x 200’.

WEBSITE: Skaters, coaches and chaperones should check https://baltimorefigureskatingclub.com/ for the competition Health Plan and any updates on the event.

EMAIL: [email protected]

CHAIR/CO-CHAIR: Judy Carrig/Heidi Trimble

CHIEF REFEREE: John Cole

DEADLINE: July 7, 2021 – 11:59PM (ET)

SINGLES, SOLO DANCE + 6.0 EVENTS: https://m.usfigureskating.org/ems/

COVID-19 INFORMATION AND PROTOCOL

Overall Event • Waivers must be signed in EMS before participating in the Event. This is a USFS requirement. • Masks must always be worn. The only exception: skaters may remove their mask when they step on the ice. Those who violate this policy will be asked to leave the facility immediately. • Temperature will be checked each time you enter the building • There will be NO spectators allowed at this Event • One chaperone (for athletes 17 and under) per registered athlete will be admitted for the athlete’s actual competition time (no access to practice rink). The chaperone must be over the age of 18 and an immediate family member as defined in U.S. Figure Skating’s SafeSport Handbook. • Skate Orders and Results will only be posted Online through EMS. • Medals will be given for 1st – 4th Places and will be presented outside. • Locker Rooms will NOT be available • Come dressed and ready to skate • Social distancing (at least 6 feet apart) must be maintained at all times.

Coaches • Masks must always be worn while in the facility • Temperature will be checked prior to entering the facility • A small hospitality is expected to be available for the Coaches. It will not be the same as in previous years but grab and go snacks will be available. • You will not be allowed to stay in the building between events. If you have another skater already in the building, please alert the Usher. • Only 1 coach will be allowed per skater in the building. • You will be assigned a location to coach from during Practice Ice. Please honor that location.

Schedule A detailed schedule for the competition is available through EMS Competition Portal. Athletes and coaches have designated times for arrival for both competition and practice ice. No individual will have access to the building without appropriate supervision. Ushers will lead athletes to the appropriate locations for off-ice warm up, access to the ice and out of the building.

Building Access and Layout Pathways have been established within the building to minimize footprint and socialization between groups. You will not be permitted access to the building until your designated time per the detailed schedule.

Test Credit Process • Requests for test credit must be made online during registration. • Test credit will be emailed to you no later than 2 hours after your event is complete • If you have any questions during the event about your Test Credit, please email [email protected]

REQUIREMENTS: Age restrictions/requirements: Singles free skate events (well-balanced program) have the following requirements:

Juvenile: Girls – 12 years or younger; Boys – 13 years or younger Open Juvenile: Girls – 13 years or older; Boys – 14 years or older Intermediate must be under the age of 18 Adults must be 21 years or older

All test and age requirements must be met at the date entries are closed. Entrants may skate up one level but may not skate down one level. Skaters are allowed to only compete in one level per type of event. Skaters entering pre-juvenile and lower events will be divided as closely as possible by age should the number of entries warrant more than one group.

ADULT EVENTS: Age classes for all free skate, dramatic entertainment and light entertainment events: • Young Adult: 18 years through 20 years • Class I: 21 years through 35 years • Class II: 36 years through 45 years • Class III: 46 years through 55 years • Class IV: 56 years through 65 years • Class V: 66 years and older • Age classes for all solo free dance and solo pattern dance events: • Young Adult/Class I/II: 18 years through 45 years • Class III/IV/V: 46 years and older

All age classes may be divided or combined depending on the number of entries and at the discretion of the chief referee and/or the competition committee. Men and ladies will be combined in Adult 1 through Adult Bronze free skate events (based on the Adult Competition Series rules), and all levels of solo dance, solo free dance, and dramatic/light entertainment events. Men and ladies will not be combined in Adult Silver and higher free skate events. Athletes in Adult Silver and higher free skate events with no competitor of the same gender in another age class will be offered the opportunity to skate up to the next higher level (if this provides a competitor) or be issued a refund. The chief referee reserves the right to request proof of age.

JUDGING SYSTEM: Refer to the composition of events being offered at this competition for details as to which events will be conducted using the International Judging System (IJS) and those events using the 6.0 system.

CRITIQUES: Critiques will be offered for all Solo Dance Free Dance events and any Ice Dance couple competing in a Free Dance event who is not staying for the accompanying U.S. Figure Skating Ice Dance Camp.

SCHEDULE: Individual group assignments and a tentative schedule of events will be posted on EMS Competition Portal.. PLEASE CHECK FOR SCHEDULE CHANGES PRIOR TO TRAVELING TO THE COMPETITION.

ENTRIES: SINGLES, SOLO DANCE + 6.0 EVENTS: https://m.usfigureskating.org/ems/

ENTRY FEES: All EMS registration fees are CREDIT CARD ONLY and include a 3% processing fee paid by the skater (processing fee not included in the pricing chart). Entry fee includes a complimentary photo & video download from Gabriele Photography.

U.S. FIGURE SKATING EVENTS SINGLES IJS/6.0 1st EVENT 2nd EVENT 3rd + EVENT Excel Free Skate (Beginner – Senior) 6.0 $135 $100 $100 Well Balanced Combined (Intermediate through Senior) IJS $295 $125 $125 Well Balanced Free Skate Program (Pre-Pre – Pre-Juv, Open Juv) 6.0 $135 $100 $100 Well Balanced Free Skate Program (Juvenile, Intermediate, IJS $175 $125 $125 Novice, Junior, Senior) Well Balanced Short Program (Intermediate, Novice, Junior, IJS $175 $125 $125 Senior) Adult Free Skate (Adult Silver – Master Jr/Sr) IJS $175 $125 $125 Adult Free Skate (Adult Pre-Bronze – Adult Bronze) 6.0 $135 $100 $100 PARTNERED DANCE JUDGING 1st EVENT 2nd EVENT 3rd EVENT Combined Dance (Juvenile - Senior) IJS $295 $125 $125 Free Dance (Pre-Juvenile – Senior) IJS $175 $125 $125 Rhythm Dance (Junior RD, Senior RD) IJS $175 $125 $125 Pattern Dance (Preliminary -Novice) IJS $175 $125 $125 Adult Pattern Dance (Adult Preliminary -Adult Masters) IJS $175 $125 $125 Adult Free Dance (Adult Pre-Gold - Masters Open) IJS $175 $125 $125 SHOWCASE – JUDGING 1st EVENT 2nd EVENT 3rd EVENT Dramatic Performance (No Test – Senior, Adult) 6.0 $135 $100 $100 Lyrical Pop (No Test – Senior, Adult) 6.0 $135 $100 $100 SOLO DANCE Participating in Series JUDGING 1st EVENT 2nd EVENT 3rd EVENT Solo Combined Dance (Juvenile - Senior) IJS $235 $125 $125 Solo Pattern Dance (Preliminary - Senior) IJS $175 $125 $125 Shadow Dance IJS $175 $125 $125 SOLO DANCE JUDGING 1st EVENT 2nd EVENT 3rd EVENT Adult Solo Free Dance 6.0 $135 $100 $100

Adult Solo Pattern Dance 6.0 $135 $100 $100 COMPETE USA JUDGING 1st EVENT 2nd EVENT 3rd EVENT Snowplow Sam-Basic 6 Program w/ Music 6.0 $75 $55 $55 Pre-Free Skate – Free Skate 1-6 Program w/ Music 6.0 $75 $55 $55 Adult 1-6 Program w/ Music 6.0 $75 $55 $55

If a skater enters both an IJS and a 6.0 event, the first event is priced as an IJS event (either $295 for combined solo or $175 for singles), the second event is priced as an additional 6.0 event ($100). If a skater enters multiple types of IJS events, the combined and shadow pricing remains the same. Only a single IJS event will be priced as an additional event of $125.

REFUNDS: NO REFUNDS will be granted after the Entry Deadline for any reason, including medical withdrawals, unless an event is cancelled by the Chief Referee.

LATE ENTRIES Late registration deadline July 11, 2021, midnight and subject to a $50.00 fee.

PRACTICE ICE: Practice Ice will be available for purchase on July 21 after the competition schedule is posted. Practice sessions will be assigned where possible in competition groups.

COACHES: To be a credentialed coach at a sanctioned nonqualifying competition, coaches must meet the compliance requirements listed below and verified by the U.S. Figure Skating. Each registered athlete will be allowed ONE coach credential. 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.

With EMS, a coach must be included within a skater’s registration or updated through their EMS Skater Portal via “My Coaches.” All coaches declared at the time of registration will be included on the skater’s registration confirmation email. Note, there is no registration approval process within EMS as the data (membership and test level) is tied to the U.S. Figure Skating database. Non-compliant coaches will receive automated email reminders through the start of the competition.

EMS Coach Resources: - My Competitions - My Skaters - Coach Schedule

Coach/Choreographer (domestic/non-foreign): ✓ Must be a current full member of U.S. Figure Skating either through a member club or as an individual member. ✓ If 18 years or older, must submit information for, proper payment of $30 and successfully pass a background check. * o The background check will be valid for two seasons, the one in which it was completed plus one additional. ✓ If 18 years or older, must complete annual SafeSport Training. * o The training will be valid for 365 days from date of completion and there is no cost for the training/certification. ✓ Must complete the Professional Coach/Choreographer Coaching Education Requirement (CER) through the Professional Skaters Association (PSA). ✓ Must submit proof of general liability insurance with limits of $1 million per occurrence/ $5 million aggregate. ✓ Must agree to the U.S. Figure Skating Code of Ethics. * ✓ Must complete three waivers: 1) Assumption of Risk, Waiver and Release and Indemnification Agreement, 2) Medical Consent and 3) Name and Likeness Release and Consent Agreement. * ✓ If attending a qualifying competition or traveling as a part of Team USA and/or International Selection Pool (ISP), must be a full member of the Professional Skaters Association (PSA).

Learn to Skate USA Coach (for Compete USA competition only):

✓ Must be a current full member of U.S. Figure Skating either through a member club or as an individual member OR Learn to Skate USA instructor membership ✓ If 18 years or older, must submit information for, proper payment of $30 and successfully pass a background check. * o The background check will be valid for two seasons, the one in which it was completed plus one additional. ✓ If 18 years or older, must complete annual SafeSport Training. * o The training will be valid for 365 days from date of completion and there is no cost for the training/certification. ✓ Learn to Skate USA Instructor Certification completed OR U.S. Figure Skating compliance coach (details above)

Foreign Coach/Choreographer: ✓ Required to present the LOC with a letter from their federation verifying they are a member in good standing.

* Accessible via U.S. Figure Skating Members Only Website: www.usfsaonline.org → Person Icon or Account → Member Profile → Compliance

MUSIC: For the (competition name), online music submission is the ONLY acceptable method to submit program music. We will NOT accept CDs! After you have paid for your events, the system will prompt you to upload your music for each event that requires music. If your music is not available at that time, you can logout of your account and return later to upload your music by going to the 25th Annual Chesapeake Open tab and then selecting “My Music.” Please be sure you are uploading the correct music for the correct event segment. Be careful, for example, not to mix up your short program and your free skate! All music must be uploaded by July 23, 2021, 11:59PM ET via EMS Competition Portal.

The uploaded program music MUST conform to the following specifications: Programs per file: One (1) - Only one event segment program music (e.g. short program, free skate, short dance, free dance, etc.) per file is allowed. File Format: mp3 - The uploaded file music must be an mp3 or m4a file. Simply changing the file extension to “mp3” from another file format is not acceptable. Bit Rate: 192 kbps is requested (bit rates between 128 and 320 kbps will be accepted). Maximum file size: 10 MB Maximum run time: Five (5 minutes) ID3 Metadata (tags): None - The Chief Music Coordinator strongly requests that mp3 files DO NOT contain any ID3 metadata, commonly called tags. This is especially true of any embedded images such as album cover art, picture of the skater, etc. Please, NO EMBEDDED IMAGES! Maximum leader: The Chief Music Coordinator requests that there be NO leader. The leader is the silence between the start of the track and the actual start of the program music. Maximum trailer: The Chief Music Coordinator requests that there be NO trailer. The trailer is the silence between the end of the program music and the end of the actual track.

Backup Music at Event (CDs) In addition to submitting the music online, all competitors/teams must also have at least one (1) backup copy of their competition music on CD, AT RINKSIDE, during the actual competition event segment or official practice. CDs must meet the following requirements:

• In standard Audio CD format (Compact Disc Digital Audio). Other formats, including mp3 are NOT acceptable.

• Clearly marked with a permanent marker (e.g. Sharpie, do NOT use a label or tape) as follows: First Name, Last Name, (Club – Optional but requested), Event, Event Segment and Music Length (e.g. Jane Smith, Acme FSC, Novice Ladies, Free Skate, 3:10 or Synchro Team, Widget FSC, Preliminary, Free Skate, 1:59)

• Each CD may have only ONE (1) music track on it. In the case where a skater competes in both a short program/dance and a free skate/free dance, two (2) separate discs must be available. Any disc with more than one (1) track is NOT acceptable.

• Lead in time (time before the music begins) on CDs may not exceed two (2) seconds.

• Due to the compatibility and reliability reasons, music may NOT be submitted on re-recordable “CD-RW” discs. PLEASE, no CD-RWs!! The Local Organizing Committee (“LOC”), competition officials, and volunteers exercise reasonable care when handling CDs. However, they are not responsible for damage to or loss of any CDs. The LOC is not responsible for CDs not picked up by the end of the competition. Those CDs will be destroyed.

Interruption in Music – U.S. Figure Skating Rule 1403 If, after the competitor/team’s name has been called to compete, there is an issue with the downloaded music or CD provided at the event, the competitor will have up to 3 minutes to rectify the situation with a backup copy of the music on CD. After 3 minutes, the competitor/team will be considered withdrawn. Administrative Fee for Incorrect/Changed Music or Failure to Upload Music The LOC will assess a $25.00 per event for music uploaded after the deadline.

PLANNED PROGRAM

CONTENT FORMS: If you are registering for an IJS event, you are required to complete the Planned Program Element form in EMS Competition Portal by July 23, 2021 11:59PM. Late submissions will be assessed a $15 late fee.

REGISTRATION: The registration desk will open approximately thirty minutes before the first practice session of each day and close 30 minutes after the conclusion of the last event of the day. The registration desk will be located in the lobby of the arena.

AWARDS: Medals will be awarded to all first, second, third and fourth place finishers in each event. Medals will be awarded at the Registration desk.

The skater(s) and dance couple(s) with the highest point total will be awarded with the following trophies: The Chesapeake Open Trophy for the Intermediate Men and Ladies Short Program, the Allan Trophy for the Novice Ladies Long Program, and the President’s Cup Trophy for the Intermediate Free Dance.

LIABILITY: U. S. Figure Skating, The Baltimore Figure Skating Club and the Gardens Ice House undertake no responsibility for damages or injuries suffered by the skaters or officials. As a condition of and in consideration of the acceptance of their entries or participation therein, all entrants, their parents and guardians and officials shall be deemed to agree to assume all risks of injury to their person and property resulting from, caused by or connected with, the conduct and management of the competition, and to waive and release any and all claims which they may have against any officials, the USFSA, The Baltimore Figure Skating Club, The Gardens Ice House and against its Officers, and their entries shall be accepted only on such condition. (See Rule 1600).

PHOTOGRAPHY/ VIDEOGRAPHY: Gabriele Photography is the official photographer/videographer.

MERCHANDISE PRE-ORDER: Do not forget to pre-order your Test Credit and Chesapeake Open T-Shirt. The Chesapeake Open T-shirts are brightly colored shirts and collected by our competitors each year as we change the color annually. All of the competitors names are included on the back of the t-shirt. Complete the order form on the website.

TRAVEL: There are 3 major airports in the Baltimore Washington area. The Baltimore- Washington International (BWI) airport is the closest being 20 miles away. The other 2 airports, Washington-Dulles International (40 miles) and Ronald Reagan International (25 miles) are both a reasonable driving distance from the arena and surrounding hotels.

HOTEL: OFFICIAL HOTEL PARTNER and SPONSOR: Double Tree by Hilton Laurel

DoubleTree by Hilton Laurel, MD 15101 Sweitzer Lane Laurel, MD 20707 Phone: 301-776-5300

8/3/2021-8/8/2021 (Cutoff Date 7/12/2021)

Rate per night: $89.00 plus tax per room available on 2 Queen Guest Rooms There are a limited number of rooms reserved under this block at this rate.

To obtain the special competition rate, please book your reservation by July 12, 2021 at 5:00 pm EST at https://doubletree.hilton.com/en/dt/groups/personalized/B/BWILMDT-XB2- 20210803/index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG

CONTACTS: All inquiries should be submitted to [email protected]. We will respond to your inquiry within 24 hours of submission.

COMPOSITION OF IJS EVENTS

IJS Singles Short Program: Intermediate through Senior; Freestyle – Pre-Juvenile through Senior and Adult Gold, Adult Silver, Masters Intermediate-Novice and Masters Junior-Senior events. Please refer to the US Figure Skating website, Technical Info tab, Singles/Pairs or Adult Skating for specific information relating to the event categories and their requirements and restrictions.

IJS Dance Events: Pattern Dance (Juvenile – Novice), Rhythm Dance (Junior and Senior) and Free Dance (Juvenile – Senior), Adult Pre-Gold, Adult Gold and Adult Masters events will be offered. Please refer to the US Figure Skating website, Technical Info tab, Ice Dance or Adult Skating for specific information relating to the event categories and their requirements and restrictions.

Solo Dance –This competition is an approved participating competition within U.S. Figure Skating’s National Solo Dance Series. The Pattern Dance Event, the Combined Dance Event and the Shadow Dance Event will be offered at this competition. Please refer to the US Figure Skating website, Programs Tab, Solo Dance Competition Series, Resources for specific information relating to the event categories and their requirements and restrictions. On the following pages, please see the list of selected dances for the solo pattern dance, combined dance and shadow dance events.

COMPOSITION OF 6.0 EVENTS

Singles Free Skating – The following Levels will be offered: No – Test, Pre-Preliminary, Preliminary Adult Pre-Bronze and Bronze. Please refer to the US Figure Skating website, Technical Info tab, Singles/Pairs for specific information relating to the event categories and their requirements and restrictions. Please refer to the Adult Skating page for those events and their requirements and restrictions.

Couples Dance: Pre-Juvenile Pattern Dance and Free Dance and Adult Pre-Bronze, Bronze, Pre-Silver and Silver events. Please refer to the US Figure Skating website, Technical Info tab, Ice Dance for specific information relating to the event categories and their requirements and restrictions.

Showcase – Test and age requirements same as free skating levels. Entry based upon highest Freestyle test, Pattern Dance test or Free Dance test passed. The categories to be competed will include Beginner, High Beginner, No – Test, Pre-Preliminary, Preliminary, Pre-Juvenile, Juvenile, Teen, Intermediate, Novice, Young Adult, Junior, Senior and Adult Pre-Bronze, Bronze, Silver, Gold and Masters for Light Entertainment, Dramatic Entertainment, Duet. Please refer to the US Figure Skating website, Programs tab, National Showcase for specific event requirements & restrictions. .

2021 Chesapeake Open Partner Pattern Dances

Partnered Pattern Dance Level Dance Novice Westminster Waltz Blues Intermediate European Waltz Rocker Foxtrot Juvenile Fourteen Step U.S. Willow Waltz Pre-Juvenile Rhythm Blues Canasta

Adult Partnered Pattern Dance Level Dances Championship Adult Kilian Westminster Waltz Adult Gold Paso Doble Westminster Waltz Adult Pre-Gold Rocker Foxtrot Kilian Masters Open Westminster Waltz Rhumba Adult Silver Foxtrot American Waltz Adult Pre-Silver U.S. Willow Waltz U.S. Hickory Hoedown Adult Bronze U.S. Cha Cha U.S. Ten-Fox Adult Pre-Bronze Dutch Waltz U.S. Tango Fiesta Rhythm Blues Adult Centennial European Waltz Blues Rocker Foxtrot

2021 U.S. Figure Skating Solo Dance Series Events

The 2021 Chesapeake Open is a participating competition within the 2021 Solo Dance Series.

The solo pattern dance event, solo combined event and shadow dance events are being offered as part of the 2021 U.S. Figure Skating Solo Dance Series and will be conducted in accordance with the 2021 Solo Dance Series Handbook found at https://www.usfigureskating.org/skate/skating-opportunities/solo-dance

Please refer to the 2021 Solo Dance Series handbook for the current Series rules, levels and event requirements that will be in effect for this competition.

Refer to the 2021 Solo Dance Series Handbook for the solo pattern dance event rules, test requirements and details found at https://www.usfigureskating.org/skate/skating-opportunities/solo-dance

2021 SOLO DANCE SERIES EVENTS BEING OFFERED:

Solo Pattern Dance Event: The solo pattern dance event is comprised of two dances at each level. This event is being offered at the preliminary, pre-bronze, bronze, pre-silver, silver, pre-gold, gold and international levels.

Level Dances Preliminary Dutch Waltz Canasta Tango Pre-Bronze Cha Cha Fiesta Tango Bronze Ten -Fox Hickory Hoedown Pre-Silver Fourteenstep European Waltz Silver American Waltz Tango Pre-Gold Paso Doble Blues Gold Quickstep Argentine Tango International Silver Samba Midnight Blues

Solo Combined Event: The solo combined dance event is comprised of both of the following: 1) JUVENILE, INTERMEDIATE, NOVICE: One solo pattern dance as described below: Pattern Dance Selection for Juvenile: Fiesta Tango Pattern Dance Selection for Intermediate: Foxtrot Pattern Dance Selection for Novice: Rocker Foxtrot

JUNIOR – Rhythm Dance PD – Tea-Time Foxtrot SENIOR – Rhythm Dance PD - Finnstep

2.) One solo free dance for all levels.

The pattern dances competed in the combined dance event are separate from those in the solo pattern dance event and the results will not count towards the solo pattern dance event or results. Refer to the 2021 Solo Dance Series Handbook for full descriptions and rules detail for the Combined events found at https://fs12.formsite.com/USFSAIT/images/2020_Skater_Handbook.pdf for the combined event rules and details.

Shadow Pattern Dance: The shadow pattern dance event is offered for the preliminary through senior levels. Refer to the 2021 Solo Dance Series Handbook found at https://www.usfigureskating.org/skate/skating-opportunities/solo-dance for the shadow pattern dance rules and event details.

Level Dances Preliminary Rhythm Blues Pre Bronze Fiesta Tango Bronze Willow Waltz Pre Silver Foxtrot Silver American Waltz Pre Gold Blues

Gold/International Quickstep

ADULT SOLO PATTERN DANCE EVENTS Level Dances Adult Gold Kilian Westminster Waltz Adult Pre-Gold Rocker Foxtrot Starlight Waltz Adult Silver Foxtrot Tango Adult Pre-Silver U.S. Ten-Fox European Waltz Adult Bronze U.S. Tango Fiesta U.S. Ten-Fox Music Requirements: As stated in the Solo Dance Series Handbook, all music for Solo Dance Series events is Skater’s Choice. Each skater must upload a piece of music for each event, even if they are using a track from the U.S. Figure Skating Solo Dance Series Music webpage. In the event a skater fails to upload their pattern dance music by the music upload deadline as stated in the competition announcement or on the competition website, the local organizing committee or music official may select one of the appropriate tracks (Not the Warm Up Track) from those available on the U.S. Figure Skating Solo Dance Series Music web site for the pattern dance to be competed.

COMPETE USA EVENTS

On the following pages are listed the types of events that will be offered under the umbrella of COMPETE USA. We will be following the rules as described under this program. To read further details, please go to the U.S. Figure Skating web site. From the home page click on the tab marked Programs. Under this tab you will find the title Compete USA. Click this icon and under this webpage will be the entire Compete USA manual.

SNOWPLOW SAM – BASIC 6 ELEMENTS Two format options for the Elements Event: 1. Each skater will perform each element when directed by a judge/referee OR 2. Skater will perform one element at a time in the order listed below (no excessive connecting steps or choreography) Judge/referee directed example: all skaters perform first element before moving on to the next and so on, or each skater performs all of the required elements before moving on to the next skater. • To be skated on 1/3 to 1/2 ice (determined by the LOC) • No music • Divide Snowplow Sam skaters by level (1-4), if registrations warrant • 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. • Divide Snowplow Sam skaters by level (1-4), if registrations warrant

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

PRE-FREE SKATE – FREE SKATE 1-6 COMPULSORY Format: In simple program form, using a limited number of connecting steps, the skating order of the required elements is optional. • To be skated on ½ ice. • No music • The skater must demonstrate the required elements listed • 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. 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 cross Pre-Free Skate 1:15 max. behind, step into one backward crossover and step to a forward inside edge, one set each direction clockwise and counterclockwise • One-foot upright spin, optional entry and free-foot position - minimum 3

revolutions • Mazurka – right or left • Waltz jump • Forward stroking, 4-6 consecutive powerful strokes Free Skate 1 1:15 max. • Backward outside three-turn, right and left • One-foot upright spin, entry from backward crossovers, with free foot in crossed leg position (scratch spin) - minimum 4 revolutions • Toe loop • Half flip jump • Alternating forward outside spiral (right and left) and forward inside Free Skate 2 1:15 max. spiral (right and left) on a continuous axis • Backward inside three-turn, right and left • Beginning back spin, optional entry and free-foot position - maximum 3 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, 2 sets clockwise and 2 sets counterclockwise • Advanced back spin with free foot in crossed leg position- minimum 3 revolutions • 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 3 revolutions • Euler (half loop jump) • Flip jump • Backward outside three-turn, Mohawk (backward power three-turn), 2- Free Skate 5 1:15 max. 3 sets both directions • Camel spin - minimum 3 revolutions • Waltz jump/loop jump combination • Lutz jump • Forward power pulls, minimum 3 on each foot Free Skate 6 1:15 max. • Camel, sit spin combination - minimum of 4 revolutions total • Waltz jump/Euler (half loop)/ Salchow jump combination • Axel jump; minimum requirement is a clear attempt either stationary or moving

PRE-FREE SKATE – FREE SKATE 1-6 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. 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, one Pre-Free Skate 1:40 max. set each direction clockwise and counterclockwise • One-foot upright spin, optional entry and free-foot position- minimum 3 revolutions • Mazurka - right or left • Waltz jump • NOT ALLOWED -Waltz jump, side toe hop, waltz jump • Forward stroking, 4-6 consecutive powerful strokes Free Skate 1 1:40 max. • One-foot upright spin, entry from backward crossovers, with free foot in crossed leg position (scratch spin) - minimum 4 revolutions • Toe loop jump • Half flip jump • NOT ALLOWED – Waltz jump/toe loop combination • Alternating forward outside spiral (right and left) and forward inside spiral Free Skate 2 1:40 max. (right and left) on a continuous axis • Beginning back spin, optional entry and free-foot position, maximum 3 revolutions • Half Lutz • Salchow jump • NOT ALLOWED – Waltz jump/toe loop and Salchow/toe loop combination • 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, minimum 3 revolutions • Loop jump • Waltz jump/toe loop or Salchow/toe loop jump combination • NOT ALLOWED – Waltz/loop combination • Forward power 3's, 2-3 consecutive sets, right or left Free Skate 4 1:40 max. • Sit spin – minimum 3 revolutions • Euler (half loop jump) • Flip jump • NOT ALLOWED – Waltz/loop and Waltz/Euler/Salchow combination • Backward outside three-turn, Mohawk (backward power three-turn), 2-3 Free Skate 5 1:40 max. sets both directions • Camel spin – minimum 3 revolutions • Waltz/loop jump combination • Lutz jump • Creative step sequence using a variety of three turns, Mohawks and toe Free Skate 6 1:40 max. steps, half-ice • Camel, sit spin combination - minimum of 4 revolutions total • Waltz jump/ Euler (half loop)/Salchow jump combination • Axel jump; minimum requirement is a clear attempt either stationary or moving

ADULT 1-6, BEGINNER-BRONZE COMPULSORY • The skating order of the elements is optional. Element may only be attempted once. • To be skated in simple program format with limited connecting steps, ½ ice. • A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element MISSING, REPEATED or from a higher level Level Time Elements • Forward Marching Adult 1 1:30 • Forward two-foot glide Max. • Forward swizzle (4-6 in a row) • Forward snowplow stop – two feet or one foot • Forward skating across the width of the ice Adult 2 1:30 • Forward one-foot glides Max. • Forward slalom • Backward skating • Backward swizzles, 4-6 in a row • Forward stroking using the blade properly Adult 3 1:30 • Forward half-swizzle pumps on the circle, 6 to 8 in a row, clockwise and counterclockwise Max. • Forward chasses on a circle, clockwise and counterclockwise • Backward skating to a long two-foot glide • Backward snowplow stop, Right and Left • Forward outside edge on a circle, right and left Adult 4 1:30 • Forward inside edge on a circle, right and left Max. • Forward crossovers, clockwise and counterclockwise • Hockey stop, both directions • Backward one-foot glides, right and left • Backward outside edge and backward inside edge on a circle, right and left Adult 5 1:30 • Backward crossovers, clockwise and counterclockwise Max. • Forward outside three-turn, right and left • Beginning two-foot spin (min 2 revs) • Forward stroking with crossover end patterns Adult 6 1:30 • Backward stroking with crossover end patterns Max. • Forward inside three-turn, right and left • T-stop • Lunge • Two-foot spin into one-foot spin (min 2 revs on 1 foot) • Mazurka Adult 1:30 • Waltz jump Beginner Max. • Forward beginning one-foot spin from backward crossovers (min 2 revs) • Forward moving inside open Mohawk (right and left) – heel to instep • Alternating right and left forward outside and inside edges across the width of the ice (one outside edge, right and left, one inside edge, right and left) • Waltz Jump Adult 1:30 • ½ Flip High Max. • Forward upright spin – minimum 3 revolutions Beginner • Backward outside three- turn, right and left • Alternating right and left backward outside and inside edges across the width of the ice (one outside edge, right and left, one inside edge, right and left) • Single toe loop jump Adult Pre- 1:30 • Jump combination or sequence consisting of half revolution jumps (½ flip, ½ Lutz, ½ loop, waltz), toe loop, or Bronze Max. Salchow – maximum of 2 jumps in combination and 3 jumps in a sequence • Forward upright spin - minimum 3 revolutions • Two forward crossovers into a forward inside Mohawk, step down, cross behind, step into one backward crossover and step to a forward inside edge, clockwise and counterclockwise • Forward spiral (any edge) • Single Salchow jump Adult 1:30 • Jump combination or sequence consisting of ½ revolution jumps and/or full revolution jumps (no Lutz or Axel) – Bronze Max. maximum 2 jumps in combination and 3 jumps in a sequence • Solo spin with no change of foot (min. 3 revolutions) • Backward inside three-turn, right and left • Spiral sequence (Minimum 2 spirals)- must change edge or foot

ADULT 1-6 FREE SKATE WITH MUSIC General event parameters: • The skating order of the required elements is optional. • The elements are not restricted to the number of times element is executed, or length of glides, number of revolutions, etc. unless otherwise stated. Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program. • 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 (lower) levels. • A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each required element MISSING and for those elements performed from a higher level.

Level Time Elements • Forward Marching Adult 1 1:40 Max • Forward two-foot glide • Forward swizzle (4-6 in a row) • Forward snowplow stop – two feet or one foot • Forward skating across the width of the ice Adult 2 1:40 Max • Forward one-foot glides • Forward slalom • Backward skating • Backward swizzles, 4-6 in a row • Forward stroking using the blade properly Adult 3 1:40 Max • Forward half-swizzle pumps on the circle, 6 to 8 in a row, clockwise and counterclockwise • Backward skating to a long two-foot glide • Forward chasses on a circle, clockwise and counterclockwise • Backward snowplow stop, Right and Left • Forward outside edge on a circle, right and left Adult 4 1:40 Max • Forward inside edge on a circle, right and left • Forward crossovers, clockwise and counterclockwise • Backward one-foot glides, right and left • Hockey stop, both directions • Backward outside edge on a circle, right and left Adult 5 1:40 Max • Backward inside edge on a circle, right and left • Backward crossovers, clockwise and counterclockwise • Forward outside three-turn, right and left • Beginning two-foot spin • Forward stroking with crossover end patterns Adult 6 1:40 Max • Backward stroking with crossover end patterns • Forward inside three-turn, right and left • T-stop • Lunge • Two-foot spin into one-foot spin (min 2 revs on 1 foot)

ADULT BEGINNER – HIGH BEGINNER FREE SKATE PROGRAM WITH MUSIC

General event parameters: • Skaters will skate to the music of their choice and vocal music is allowed • To be skated on full ice • The minimum number of required spin revolutions is indicated in parentheses following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position.

Level and Time Jumps Spins Step Sequences Qualifications Adult Beginner Max. 4 jump elements Max. 2 spins Connecting moves Skaters may not Jumps limited to bunny hop, mazurka, ballet Two forward upright and steps should be have passed tests 1:40 Maximum and Waltz jump spins, no change of foot, demonstrated higher than U.S. Max 1 combination or sequence consisting of no flying entry (Min. 3 throughout the Figure Skating only the allowed listed jumps revolutions) program Learn to Skate USA Max. 2 of any same jump Free Skate 1 Adult High Max 4 jump elements: Max 2 spins: Connecting moves Skaters may not Beginner Jumps limited to bunny hop, mazurka, ballet, Two upright spins, and steps should be have passed any stag, split, waltz, ½ flip, ½ Lutz, ½ loop, toe change of foot optional, demonstrated U.S. Figure Skating 1:40 Maximum loop, Salchow no flying entry (Min. 3 throughout the Free Skate tests Max 1 combination or sequence consisting of revolutions) program only the allowed listed jumps Max. 2 of any same type jump.