US Figure Skating Competition July 27, 2019 Hosted by Star City Figure Skating Club

Early entry deadline: June 26, 2019 Late entry deadline: July 3, 2019 Music deadline: July 13, 2019 John Breslow Ice Center 433 V Street Lincoln, NE 68508 Official qualifying competition 402-472-2758 for 2021 State Games of America in partnership with Cornhusker State Games Eligibility Rules This competition is open to all residents of Nebraska, Wyoming and South Dakota. Open to all skaters including United States Figure Skating (USFS) members (including Learn To Skate members), Ice Skating Institute (ISI) members, and skaters not affiliated with any club. This is a USFS sanctioned event, but membership in USFS is NOT required. Registered members of USFS and ISI must be in good standing. Eligibility will be based on skill level as of closing date of entries. All Snowplow Sam and Learn to Skate skaters through Basic 6 must skate at highest level passed and no official U.S. Figure Skating tests may have been passed including MIF or individual dances. Skaters in other events may skate at highest level passed OR one level higher but not both levels in the same event during the same competition.

2019 Cornhusker State Games/2021 State Games of America In partnership with the Nebraska Sports Council and the Cornhusker State Games, the 2019 Capital City Figure Skating Competition will be the official qualifier for the 2021 State Games of America. The top three medalists in each event will automatically qualify to register for and compete in the State Games of America regardless of the event type they medaled in. For example, a Juvenile level skater may earn a bronze medal in Showcase Light Entertainment at this competition and still be eligible to enter Juvenile Free Skate at State Games of America. All registered skaters will receive the CSG Athlete Packet which will include, among other items, the standard 2019 CSG t-shirt and a pass for the Opening Ceremonies on July 19, 2019. All skaters are encouraged to join in the Parade of Athletes held during the Opening Ceremony. The Opening Ceremony pass may be picked up at Breslow Ice Center the week of July 14th. The athlete packet and t-shirt will be handed out the day of the competition. More information can be found at www.cornhuskerstategames.com and stategamesofamerica.com

Entries and Fees FIRST EVENT ADDITIONAL EVENTS TEAM EVENTS Snowplow Sam - Basic 6 $40 All Levels $30 Compulsory $55 per team Pre-Free and above $55 Synchro $65 per team

Secure on-line entries may be made at www.entryeeze.com (follow competition links). Electronic entries paid with a successful credit card transaction will be considered a valid entry. There will be a $25.00 fee for any credit card entry that is disputed to cover the cost of the dispute. Registrations must be completed by 11:59pm, June 26, 2019. Late registrations after that time will be accepted until 11:59 pm on July 3, 2019 but must accompany a $25 late fee Paper entries must be postmarked by June 26, 2019 (Metered postage is not accepted as proof of postmark). An additional $10.00 fee will be charged for paper entries. There will be a $25.00 fee for returned checks. Make checks payable to Capital City Figure Skating Competition and mail to: Star City FSC 2019 Competition PO Box 22413 Lincoln, NE 68542-2413 Any Paper Entries postmarked later than June 26, 2019 or on-line entries after 11:59 pm June 26, 2019 will be considered a late entry. Entries postmarked after that date will be accepted at the discretion of the Competition Committee and only if accompanied by a $25.00 late fee. The Competition Committee reserves the right to limit entries in any event or to cancel an event based upon time restrictions. Full refunds minus $20.00 processing fee for on-line entries are available, if withdrawn prior to June 26, 2019. After June 26, 2019 entry fees are only refundable if the competition is not held, per rulebook. Changes in events prior to June 26, 2019 will have a $10.00 fee assessed. After June 26, 2019 a $25.00 fee will be assessed, so be sure to mark the correct events. Skater and Coach schedule will be posted on the competition website. Facilities The Capital City Figure Skating Competition will be held on a single ice surface at John Breslow Ice Hockey Center, 433 V Street, Lincoln, NE. The ice surface is 85' x 200' with rounded corners. Bleacher seating, parking, concessions and dressing rooms will be available. Judging The 6.0 Majority Judging System will be used for all events at this competition Registration/Ice Monitor The registration table will be open one to two hours prior to the first event and run through the last event of the day. It will be located in the lobby of the John Breslow Ice Center. Please register promptly when you arrive. Competitors must check in with the Ice Monitor, also in the lobby, at least 45 minutes prior to the start of their event Awards All events will be final rounds. Medals will be awarded to first, second, and third places. Fourth, fifth and sixth places will receive ribbons. All awards will be made off-ice at appropriate times throughout the competition and against the photographers backdrop Schedule of Events Will be posted on the competition website as soon as possible after July 3, 2019. Information regarding groups and skating times will be emailed to skaters and coaches. Practice Ice Practice ice will be available on Saturday, July 27, 2019 prior to the competition. Practice sessions are not included in your registration costs. They will last 20 minutes and cost $12.00 if purchased at the time of registration. It is available on a first-come-first-serve basis therefore it is recommended that you purchase practice ice at the time of registration. If any spots remain available they will be available for purchase after the registration deadline has passed for a cost of $15.00 Music The music for all free skating programs and showcase programs will be uploaded to EntryEeze and must be in MP3 format. In addition, skaters should have a backup CD on hand. The deadline for music submission is July 13, 2019 Photographs There will not be a professional photographer at this event. Photographs can be taken of all individual skaters and award pictures on the podium with personal cameras.

Merchandise Competition sweatshirts and T Shirts are available for purchase. Please pre-order these items at the time of registration either on EntryEeze or with the attached paper form if you are submitting a paper registration. A limited number of items may be available the day of competition for purchase. Contact Information Questions regarding general information, registration, music or practice can be directed to Jeff Gulzow at 402-432-4566 [email protected] or Iryna Bohovych at 402-601-7223 [email protected]

Questions regarding the John Breslow Ice Center can be directed to Jeff Holman at 402-472-2758 [email protected] ISI PROGRAM MEMBERS If you are in an ISI program, please use the below conversion chart to determine your appropriate competition level.

If you have passed ISI level - Enter the USFS level - Tot or Pre-Alpha (age 7 and older) Alpha Basic 1 Advanced Pre-Alpha Basic 2 Advanced Pre-Alpha Basic 3 Alpha/Gamma Basic 4 Beta Basic 5 Gamma Basic 6 Delta – Freestyle 1 Pre-Free Skate – Free Skate 6 (choose correct level based upon elements required Freestyle 2 or 3 / Open Bronze Pre-Preliminary Freestyle 4 / Open Silver Preliminary Freestyle 5 / Open Silver Pre-Juvenile Freestyle 6 / Open Gold Juvenile or Intermediate Freestyle 7 / Open Platinum Novice Freestyle 8 / Open Platinum Junior or Senior Freestyle 9 / Open Platinum Senior Freestyle 10 / Open Platinum Senior Freestyle 2 / Open Bronze Adult Pre-Bronze Freestyle 3 / Open Bronze Adult Bronze Freestyle 4 / Open Silver Adult Silver Freestyle 5 / Open Gold Adult Gold Dance 3 Preliminary Dance Dance 4 Pre-Bronze Dance Dance 5 Bronze Dance Dance 6 Pre-Silver Dance Dance 7 Silver Dance Dance 9 Pre-Gold Dance 2018-19 Compete USA Manual 6 Effective September 1, 2018 – August 31, 2019 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

2018-19 Compete USA Manual 7 Effective September 1, 2018 – August 31, 2019 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

2018-19 Compete USA Manual 8 Effective September 1, 2018 – August 31, 2019

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. • 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 • Basic one-foot upright spin, optional entry and free-foot position - minimum 3 revolutions • Mazurka • Waltz jump • Forward stroking, 4-6 consecutive powerful strokes Free Skate 1 1:15 max. • Backward outside three-turns, 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 spiral Free Skate 2 1:15 max. (right and left) on a continuous axis • Backward inside three-turns, right and left • Beginning back spin- maximum 2 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 • Half loop jump (Euler) • Flip jump • Backward outside three-turn, Mohawk (backward power three-turn), both Free Skate 5 1:15 max. 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, half loop (Euler), Salchow jump combination • Beginning Axel jump

2018-19 Compete USA Manual 9 Effective September 1, 2018 – August 31, 2019 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. • 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 • Basic one-foot upright spin, optional entry and free-foot position- minimum 3 revolutions • Mazurka • 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- maximum 2 revolutions • Half Lutz • Salchow jump • NOT ALLOWED – 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 • Half Loop jump (Euler) • Flip jump • NOT ALLOWED – Waltz/half-loop/Salchow sequence • Backward outside three-turn, Mohawk (backward power three-turn), both Free Skate 5 1:40 max. directions • Camel spin – minimum 3 revolutions • Waltz-loop jump combination • Lutz jump • Creative step sequence using a variety of three turns, Mohawks and toe steps Free Skate 6 1:40 max. • Camel, sit spin combination - minimum of 4 revolutions total • Waltz jump/ half-loop (Euler)/Salchow jump combination • Beginning Axel jump

2018-19 Compete USA Manual 10 Effective September 1, 2018 – August 31, 2019 EXCEL 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 • A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level. • Time: 1:15 maximum • Skaters may have the option to skate one level higher in compulsories than free skate program.

Level Time Skating rules/standards • Toe loop jump Excel Beginner 1:15 max. • Salchow jump • One-foot upright spin - minimum 3 revolutions • Choreographic step sequence • Loop jump Excel High 1:15 max. • Salchow/toe loop combination Beginner • Sit spin - minimum 3 revolutions • Choreographic step sequence • Flip jump Excel Pre- 1:15 max. • Loop/loop jump combination Preliminary • Upright spin with change of foot – minimum 3 revolutions on each foot • Choreographic step sequence • Lutz jump Excel Preliminary 1:15 max. • Flip/loop jump combination • Camel, sit combination spin – minimum 6 revolutions total • Choreographic step sequence

WELL BALANCED LEVELS 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 • A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level. • Time: 1:15 maximum • Skaters may have the option to skate one level higher in compulsories than free skate program.

Level Time Skating rules/standards • Loop jump No-Test 1:15 max. • Jump combination to include a toe loop (may not use a loop or Axel) • Upright spin with change of foot – minimum 3 revolutions on each foot • Choreographic step sequence • Lutz jump Pre-Preliminary 1:15 max. • Jump combination: single/single (no Axel) • Spin with one change of position and no change of foot – minimum 6 revolutions total • Choreographic step sequence • Axel jump Preliminary 1:15 max. • Jump combination: single/single (may include Axel) • Spin with one change of foot and one change of position – minimum 3 revolutions on each foot • Choreographic step sequence

2018-19 Compete USA Manual 11 Effective September 1, 2018 – August 31, 2019 EXCEL FREE SKATE General event parameters: • Skaters may not enter both a Well-Balanced Free Skate event and an Excel Free Skate event at the same competition. • Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels. • Level will be determined by the highest Free Skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or “skate up” to one level higher. Excel Beginner Maximum 4 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: • Jumps with no more than one-half rotation • Two upright spins Choreographic Step Free Skate (front to back or back to front) • No change of foot Sequence* (ChSt) 1:40 Max. • Single rotation jumps: Salchow, toe loop • No flying entry • Must use one-half of the only • Minimum 3 ice surface Must not have passed higher • Eulers (half loops) are not allowed. revolutions • Moves in the field and spiral sequences are than Learn to Skate USA Free • Maximum 2 jump combinations or sequences allowed but will not be Skate 2 • Maximum 2 of any same jump counted as elements • Jumps may be included in the step sequence Excel High Beginner Maximum 5 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: • Jumps with no more than one-half rotation • Both spins must be in Choreographic Step Free Skate (front to back or back to front) a single position Sequence* (ChSt) 1:40 Max. • Single rotation jumps: toe loop, Salchow, • No flying entry • Must use one-half of the Euler (half-loop), loop • Permitted forward ice surface Must not have passed higher • Flip, Lutz, & Axel NOT permitted spins: upright, sit, • Moves in the field and spiral sequences are than Learn to Skate USA Free • Maximum 2 jump combinations or camel sequences • Permitted back spins: allowed but will not be Skate 4 • Maximum 2 of any same jump upright counted as elements • Minimum 3 • Jumps may be included in revolutions the step sequence • Spins must be of a different character Excel Pre-Preliminary Maximum 5 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: • All single jumps allowed, except for the Axel • One spin must be in a Choreographic Step 1:40 Max. • No single Axels, double, or higher jumps single position* Sequence* (ChSt) allowed • One spin may change • Must use one-half of the Must not have passed higher • Number of single jumps (except single Axel) feet and/or position ice surface than U.S. Figure Skating Pre- is not limited provided the maximum • No flying entry • Moves in the field and preliminary free skate test number of jump elements allowed is not • Minimum 3 spiral sequences are exceeded revolutions allowed but will not be counted as elements Open to Learn to Skate USA • Maximum 2 jump combinations or jump • Spins must be of a sequences different character • Jumps may be included in Free Skate 5 and 6 • Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One the step sequence 3-jump combination is allowed *means required element • Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by a waltz jump Learn to Skate USA membership OR full U.S. Figure Skating membership required Excel Preliminary Maximum 5 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: • All single jumps allowed, except for the Axel • One spin must be in a Choreographic Step 1:30 +/- 10 sec. • No single Axels, double, or higher jumps single position* Sequence* (ChSt) allowed • One spin may change • Must use one-half of the Must not have passed higher • Number of single jumps (except single Axel) feet and/or position ice surface than U.S. Figure Skating is not limited provided the maximum • No flying entry • Moves in the field and Preliminary free skate test number of jump elements allowed is not • Minimum 3 spiral sequences are exceeded revolutions allowed but will not be *means required element • Maximum 2 jump combinations or jump • Spins must be of a counted as elements sequences different character • Jumps may be included in • Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One the step sequence Full U.S. Figure Skating 3-jump combination is allowed membership required • Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by a waltz jump 2018-19 Compete USA Manual 12 Effective September 1, 2018 – August 31, 2019 Excel Preliminary Plus Maximum 5 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: • All single jumps allowed, including single Axel • One spin must be in Choreographic Step 1:30 +/- 10 sec. • No double, or higher jumps allowed a single position* Sequence* (ChSt) • Single Axel may be repeated once (but not • One spin may • Must use one-half of Must not have passed higher more) as a solo jump or part of a jump change feet and/or the ice surface than U.S. Figure Skating sequence or jump combination (maximum 2 position • Moves in the field and preliminary free skate test single Axels) • No flying entry spiral sequences are • Number of remaining single jumps is not • Minimum 3 allowed but will not be counted as elements *means required element limited provided the maximum number of revolutions jump elements allowed is not exceeded • Spins must be of a • Jumps may be • Maximum 2 jump combinations or jump different character included in the step Full U.S. Figure Skating sequences sequence membership required • All single jumps, including the single Axel are allowed as part of a jump combination or sequence (no double jumps) • Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One 3- jump combination is allowed • Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by a waltz jump

2018-19 Compete USA Manual 13 Effective September 1, 2018 – August 31, 2019

WELL BALANCED FREE SKATE PROGRAM General event parameters:  Skaters may not enter both a Well Balanced Free Skate event and an Excel Free Skate event at the same competition.  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 one level higher.  **Per ISU rules, the new definition for a jump sequence will be in effect. A jump sequence consists of two jumps; beginning with any listed jump immediately followed by an Axel-type jump.

Level Time Jumps Spins Step Sequences Max 5 Jump Elements Max 2 Spins Max 1 Sequence No-Test 1:40 Max.  All single jumps allowed except for the single Axel  Spins may change feet  Step Sequence o No single Axels, double, triple or quadruple jumps and/or position o Must use one- allowed  Spins may start with a half the ice o Number of single jumps (except single Axels) is flying entry surface not limited provided the maximum number of  Min 3 revs. o Moves in the jump elements allowed is not exceeded field and spiral  Max 2 jump combinations or jump sequences These spins must be of a sequences are o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except that different character allowed but will one 3-jump combination with a maximum of 3 (For definition see U.S. Figure not be counted single jumps is allowed Skating rule 4103 (E)) as elements o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately o Jumps may be followed by an Axel-type jump (waltz jump) included in the step sequence

Max 5 Jump Elements Max 2 Spins Max 1 Sequence Pre- 1:40 Max.  All single jumps, including the single Axel, allowed  Spins may change feet  Step Sequence Preliminary o No double, triple or quadruple jumps allowed and/or position o Must use one- o Axel may be repeated once as a solo jump or part of  Spins may start with a half the ice a jump sequence or jump combination flying entry surface (maximum of 2 single Axels)  Min 3 revs. o Moves in the o Number of single jumps is not limited provided the field and spiral maximum number of jump elements allowed is These spins must be of a sequences are not exceeded different character allowed but will  Max 2 jump combinations or jump sequences (For definition see U.S. Figure not be counted o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except that Skating rule 4103 (E)) as elements one 3-jump combination with a maximum of 3 o Jumps may be single jumps is allowed included in the o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately step sequence followed by an Axel-type jump Max 5 Jump Elements Max 2 Spins Max 1 Sequence 1:40 Max.  1 must be an Axel-type jump or a waltz jump*  Spins may change feet  Step Sequence Preliminary  All single jumps, including the single Axel, allowed. and/or position o Must use one- Only 2 different double jumps may be attempted  Spins may start with a half the ice (limited to double Salchow, double toe loop and flying entry surface double loop)  Min 3 revs. o Moves in the o Double flip, double Lutz, double Axel, triple and field and spiral quadruple jumps not allowed These spins must be of a sequences are o An Axel plus up to two different, allowable double different character allowed but will jumps may be repeated once (but not more) as (For definition see U.S. Figure not be counted solo jumps or part of a jump sequence or jump Skating rule 4103 (E)) as elements combination o Jumps may be o Number of single jumps is not limited provided included in the the maximum number of jump elements allowed step sequence is not exceeded  Max 2 jump combinations or sequences o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except that one three jump combination with a maximum of 2 double jumps and 1 single jump is allowed o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an Axel-type jump 2018-19 Compete USA Manual 14 Effective September 1, 2018 – August 31, 2019

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) • Bunny hop Adult 1:30 • Mazurka 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 High 1:30 • ½ Flip Beginner Max. • Forward upright spin – minimum 3 revolutions • 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) • Toe loop jump Adult Pre- 1:30 • Jump combination or sequence consisting of only ½ revolution jumps (half loop is considered a full revolution Bronze Max. jump) – 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) • Salchow jump Adult 1:30 • Waltz jump – toe loop combination jump Bronze Max. • Backward Upright Spin – entry optional (Min. 3 revolutions) • Backward inside three-turn, right and left • Spiral sequence (Minimum 2 spirals)- must change edge or foot

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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)

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

Adult High Max 4 jump elements: Max 2 spins: Beginner • Jumps limited to bunny hop, • Two upright Connecting moves Skaters may not mazurka, ballet, stag, split, waltz, ½ spins, change of and steps should be have passed any 1:40 Maximum flip, ½ Lutz foot optional, demonstrated U.S. Figure Skating • Max 1 combination or sequence no flying entry throughout the Free Skate tests consisting of only the allowed listed (Min. 3 program jumps revolutions) • Max. 2 of any same type jump. Adult Pre- Max 4 Jump Elements: Max 2 Spins: Bronze • Jump combinations and sequences • Max Level 1 Connecting steps Skaters may not are optional, but no more than 2 • Spins must be throughout the have passed tests 1:40 Maximum combinations or sequences may be of different program are required higher than U.S. included character (for Figure Skating Adult • 1 jump combination/sequence may definition, see Pre-Bronze or Pre- consist of three jumps, and the other U.S. Figure Preliminary Free may have only two jumps. Skating rule Skate • Each jump may be repeated only 4103 E) once and only as part of a combination or sequence (maximum of 2 of any jump) • Only single and half-revolution jumps are allowed • No single Lutz, single Axel or double jumps are allowed Adult Bronze Max 4 Jump Elements: Max 2 Spins: Max 1 Sequence: • Max 2 combinations or sequences; • Max Level 1 Skaters may not 1:50 maximum • 1 combination/sequence may consist • Spins must be of • Choreographic have passed tests of three jumps, and the other may different character (for Step Sequence higher than U.S. have only two jumps definition, see U.S. Figure Skating Adult • Each jump may be repeated only Figure Skating rule Must use at least ½ Bronze or once, and only as part of a 4103 (E)) ice surface Preliminary Free combination or sequence (maximum • Min 3 revs total if no Skate of 2 of any jump) change of foot May include Moves in • All single jumps are permitted • Min 3 revs each foot if the Field and spirals (except single Axel) change of foot • No single Axel, double or triple jumps • Min 2 revs in each are permitted position • No flying spins are permitted

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SHOWCASE EVENTS Showcase events are open to skaters in Basic, Free Skate, Limited Beginner through Preliminary and Adult Bronze. Groups will be divided by number of entries and ages if possible. Skaters must enter at the same level as their free skate event or highest test level of skater’s in the group ensemble or production number. If a free skate event is not being entered, skaters must enter at their current test level or one level higher. Vocal music is permitted.

Show costumes are permitted, as long as they do not touch or drag on the ice. Costuming and make-up for showcase programs should enhance the feeling created by the performance, and reflect the meaning of the story or theme. Ornaments and hair accessories must be secure. No bobby pins, feathers, hair accessories, or anything else that may fall to the ice and be hazardous to the skaters are allowed. A 0.1 deduction will be taken. Props and scenery must be placed and removed by unaided singles and duet competitors within one minute on and off and by unaided ensemble contestants within two minutes for setup and two minutes for removal. A 0.1 deduction will be assessed by the referee against each judge’s mark for each ten seconds in excess of the time allowed for the performance, for handling props and scenery and for scenery assistance.

Performances will be judged from an entertainment standpoint, for theatrical qualities. Technical skating skills and difficulty will not be rewarded as such; however, skating must be the major element of the performance and be of sufficient quality to support the selected theatrical elements. Unintended falls, poorly executed skating elements and obvious losses of control will reduce contestant’s marks. Jump difficulty is not rewarded in showcase; therefore jumps, if choreographed, should be performed with style, flow and confidence. Theatrical elements evaluated will include energy, poise, acting, pantomime, eye contact, choreography, form/extension and the use of props and ice.

6.0 Judging will be used. Deductions will be made for skaters including technical elements not permitted in the event description.

* For specific guidelines regarding the conduct of Showcase competitions, refer to the Nonqualifying Showcase Guidelines posted on www.usfigureskating.org.

Showcase categories may include: • Levels can be subdivided, if necessary, depending on entry numbers and event set up • Dramatic entertainment: Programs should express intense emotional connection and investment in the music, choreography and theme concept through related skating movements, gestures and physical actions. The entire gamut of emotions may be expressed including intense joy and/or introspectiveness. Dramatic programs should not be depressing. Even if the emotion is sadness, there should be an enlivened feeling given to the audience. • Light entertainment: Programs should express a carefree concept or storyline designed to uplift and entertain the audience through related skating movements, gestures and physical actions. • Duets: Theatrical/artistic performances by any competitors. • Mini production ensembles: Theatrical performances by three to seven competitors. • Production ensembles: Theatrical performances by eight to 30 skaters. Theater On Ice teams are eligible as production ensembles. NOTE: Skaters may enter only one each duet, mini production or production event.

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SHOWCASE EVENTS

PROGRAM LEVEL ELEMENTS QUALIFICATIONS LENGTH May not have passed any higher than Basic 1-6 Elements only from Basic 1-6 curriculum Time: 1:00 max. Basic 6 level. Pre-Free Skate-Free 3 jump maximum. ½ rotation jumps May not have passed any official U.S. Time: 1:30 max. Skate 6/ only, plus the following full rotation Figure Skating free skate or free dance Beginner/High jumps: Salchow and toe loop. tests. Beginner/ Adult 1-6/ Adult Beginner/Adult High Beginner No Test No prescribed or restricted elements. Must not have passed Pre-Preliminary Time: 1:30 max. Free Skate or any Free Dance tests. Pre-Preliminary No prescribed or restricted elements. Must have passed no higher than U.S. Time: 1:30 max. Figure Skating Pre-Preliminary May not have passed any free dance test. Adult Pre-Bronze No prescribed or restricted elements. Must have passed no higher than Adult Time: 1:40 max. pre-Bronze free skate test. See National Showcase guidelines for more specific information regarding adults. Preliminary/ No prescribed or restricted elements. Must have passed no higher than U.S. Time: 1:40 max. Adult Bronze Figure Skating Preliminary free skate or Adult Bronze Free Skate or Free Dance test. See National Showcase guidelines for more specific information regarding adults.

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INTERPRETIVE Competition Format The Organizing Committee must pre-select and edit musical choices appropriate for these events. During the warm-up, skaters will hear the selection of music twice. Following the warm-up, all skaters except for the first skater will be escorted to a soundproof locker room or another area of the arena. The first skater will hear the music one more time and then perform a program to the music. As each skater performs, the next skater in line will be allowed to hear the music for the third time before they perform to the music. The listening skater will not be allowed to view the performing skater. Levels: Levels should be broken by ability with ages divided appropriately. Judging Rules: Skaters are judged on originality, pattern, technical (the ability to include jumps and spins) and music interpretation/expression. Spins and jumps performed must be appropriate to competition level. Time: Music Duration: Pre-Free Skate - No Test: 1:00 Max Pre-Preliminary - Preliminary: 1:00 Max Coaching: There is to be no instruction allowed during this event from coaches, parents, or fellow skaters. Staging area must be kept clear except for ice monitor and listening competitor.

SPINS CHALLENGE General event parameters: • Spins may be skated in any order. Connecting steps are allowed, but will not be taken into consideration in scoring. Spins may not be repeated. Only required elements may be included. • All events are skated on ½ ice. • Minimum number of revolutions are noted in parentheses.

Level Time Skating rules / standards Upright one-foot spin (3) Beginner 1:30 max. Upright back spin (3) Sit spin (3) Upright one-foot spin (4) High Beginner 1:30 max. Upright spin with change of foot (3 each foot) Sit spin (3) Upright spin with change of foot (3 each foot) No Test 1:30 max. Sit spin (3) Camel spin (3) Spin with one change of position and no change of foot (6) Pre – Preliminary 1:30 max. Backward sit spin (3) Camel spin (4) Spin with one change of foot and one change of position (min. 3 each foot) Preliminary 1:30 max. Change sit spin (min 3. each foot) One position spin – skater’s choice (upright, sit or camel) (4) Adult Beginner 1:30 max. Pivot Two-foot upright spin (2) Adult Pre-Bronze 1:30 max. • One-foot upright spin (3) • Two-foot upright spin (3) Adult Bronze 1:30 max. • One-foot upright spin (4) • One-foot back spin (3) • Sit spin (3)

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JUMPS CHALLENGE General event parameters: • Each jump may be attempted twice; the best attempt will be counted. • To be skated on ½ ice Level Time Skating rules / standards Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) Beginner 1:15 max. ½ flip or ½ Lutz Single Salchow Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) High 1:15 max. Single Salchow Beginner Jump combination – Waltz jump-toe loop Single toe loop No Test 1:15 max. Single loop Jump combination – Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel) Single toe loop Pre – 1:15 max. Single flip Preliminary Jump combination - Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel) Single flip Preliminary 1:15 max. Single Lutz Jump combination – Any single jump + single loop (may be Axel) Adult Bunny hop Beginner 1:15 max. Mazurka or ballet jump Adult Pre- Waltz or toe loop jump Bronze 1:15 max. ½ flip, ½ Lutz or ½ loop Adult Bronze Salchow 1:15 max. Toe loop Any single jump plus a toe loop combination (no Axels allowed)

SOLO PATTERN DANCE

General event parameters: • Levels are based upon the skaters’ highest pattern dance test passed. • A solo pattern dance competition event will consist of the skater performing two solo pattern dances. • The patterns to be skated depend upon which quarter of the year the competition is held. The skater will perform the two pattern dances listed for his/her level, based upon the date of the competition. If the competition falls over two quarters (for example, June 30th – July 2nd), the dance will be selected based on the start date of the competition listed in the announcement (in this example, the 2nd quarter). • Skaters will complete both of the dances at each level. Dances will be scheduled at the discretion of the Chief Referee for each competition and may be competed consecutively or with a break in-between pattern dances groupings. Level January 1st – April 1st – July 1st – October 1st – March 31st June 30th September 30th December 31st Preliminary 1. Dutch Waltz 1. Rhythm Blues 1. Canasta Tango 1. Rhythm Blues 2. Canasta 2. Dutch Waltz 2. Rhythm Blues 2. Dutch Waltz Tango Pre-Bronze 1. Swing Dance 1 Fiesta Tango 1. Cha-Cha 1. Swing Dance 2. Cha-Cha 2 Swing Dance 2. Fiesta Tango 2. Cha-Cha

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TEAM COMPULSORY Format: The designated skater from each team will perform their chosen element in sequence on full ice, with no music, and will follow this format: 1. Minimum of three skaters on a team; each skater will do at least one required element. 2. When the event is called, all skaters will take the ice for a two (2) minute STROKING ONLY warm-up. 3. This will be followed by a one (1) minute individual warm-up for the elements. 4. Teams will be directed to find a “base” for their team along the boards on the ice where they will stay for the remainder of the event. 5. The announcer, referee or judge-in-charge will call the first element (e.g. jump or stop) to be performed. 6. The team member performing the element will step forward and execute the skill, with the element first being performed by the skater on team one, then team two, then team three and so on 7. Once all the teams have had their skaters complete the element, the next element will be called. 8. Judging is done with one mark for each element (skater) for total team points. 9. Repeat #4-7 above as this will be done in sequence until all the elements at each level are completed. Level Jumps / Stops Spins / Turns / Glides Spiral or Step Sequences -Wiggles, two-foot swizzles, -Curves, glide turns, or hockey Forward ½ swizzle pumps or forward or backward, (4-8 in turns (right and left, forward) forward c-cuts on a circle (right Snowplow Sam – a row) -March then glide on two feet or and left, 6-8 consecutive) Basic 3, Hockey 1-4 -Snowplow stop (one or both forward one-foot glide on left and feet) or hockey stop (with right foot (one time skater’s skid) height, forward) -Side-toe hop, bunny hop, -Forward inside pivot or two-foot Moving forward to backward ballet jump, mazurka spin (min. 3 revs.) two-foot turns on a circle, Basic 4-Basic 6 -Waltz jump -One-foot upright spin, optional clockwise and counterclockwise entry & free foot position (min. 3 (from Basic 3) revs.)

-Single jump (no Axel) -Solo spin (scratch spin, layback, Spiral Sequence (from Free -Jump combination or jump camel or sit, min. 3 revs, no flying Skate 2) Pre-Free Skate and sequence (no Axel allowed) entry) Free Skate 1-6 -Combo Spin: One change of foot, levels change of position optional (min. 3 revs. on each foot) -Forward Snowplow stop -Forward swizzles – 4-6 in a row -Forward chasses on a circle – -Lunge -Backward one-foot glide, right clockwise and counterclockwise Adult 1-6 and left

-Bunny hop -Beginning one foot spin from Alternating right and left Adult -Waltz jump backward crossovers forward outside edges across Beginner/Adult -Backward inside three turn, right width of the rink High Beginner and left

Adult Pre- -1/2 Flip -Forward upright spin Two forward crossovers into a Bronze/Adult -Salchow jump -Backward upright spin forward inside Mohawk, step Bronze down and cross behind, one backward crossover and step to a forward inside edge, clockwise and counterclockwise

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SYNCHRONIZED SKATING- SNOWPLOW SAM SYNCHRO, SYNCHRO SKILLS 1-3, PRELIMINARY

The emphasis of the Learn to Skate USA synchronized skating competition is on mastering the Synchro Skills of synchronized skating: - Unison of body alignment, and learning to guide with the head. - Control of rotation in wheels and circles. - Straight lines in lines, blocks and intersections. - Learning how to transition within elements with ease and clarity. - Incorporating skills from Basic 1-6, Pre-Free Skate and Free Skate 1-2 to strengthen skating skills. - Learning skills that will be the foundation for higher levels. - Demonstrate ability to recognize and skate to the tempo of the music.

In order to safely practice and compete at the various levels, it is strongly recommended that skaters have mastered the elements of the Learn to Skate USA level at which they are skating (see program requirements).

Eligibility Rules: All skaters on the team must either be full U.S. Figure Skating members or members of the Learn to Skate USA program. All Learn to Skate USA Synchronized Skating teams must be registered with U.S. Figure Skating and have a team number.

In order for the team to be eligible for Snowplow Sam Synchro or Synchro Skills 1-3 events, no skaters on the team may have passed higher than a preliminary test (moves in the field, freestyle or dance). The skater’s test level is as of the competition entry deadline.

No skater may compete on multiple Learn to Skate USA synchronized skating teams.

Age/Number of Skaters: Varies based on the level. The ages for Learn to Skate USA synchronized skating teams are as of the preceding July 1. If the majority of the team is younger than the listed age, consider skating “up” to the level that best meets the skaters’ skill levels.

Each Synchro Skills team may have between 8-16 skaters. A Snowplow Sam Synchro team may have between 5-12 skaters. Teams may have a maximum of four alternates listed on their roster, in addition to the maximum number permitted on the ice for their respective level.

Costume Rules: Learn to Skate USA synchronized skating teams should follow Rule 7022 Clothing and Equipment (U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook) when selecting their clothing for competition.

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SYNCHRONIZED SKATING SNOWPLOW SAM, SYNCHRO SKILLS 1-3 PRELIMINARY

Required elements – Each level has specific required elements that must be completed: LEVEL CIRCLE LINE BLOCK WHEEL INTERSECTION SNOWPLOW SAM One circle, which must contain One line, skated forward, One block, skated One wheel, skated One intersection: Two SYNCHRO a forward inside or outside which must cover half ice forward, which forward, in any lines facing each 5-12 skaters, majority edge 1 foot glide and/or 2 foot to full ice. must cover half ice shape. other, 2-foot glide at under 7 years old glide. May have backwards to full ice, and must point of intersection. Maximum 2 minutes 10 skating. have only 1 seconds configuration. SYNCHRO SKILLS 1 One circle, which must contain One line, which must One block, which One wheel of the One intersection: Two 8-16 skaters, majority a two foot turn. cover half ice to full ice must cover half ice team’s choice with lines facing each under 9 years old Must contain a forward inside and may include forward to full ice, and must backward pumps. other, 2-foot or 1-foot Maximum 2 minutes 10 and/or forward outside edge and/or backward skating. have only 1 glide at point of seconds glide. Stroking from backward configuration. intersection. to forward is permitted. SYNCHRO SKILLS 2 One circle, which must contain One line, which One block, which One wheel of the One intersection: Two 8-16 skaters, majority a forward 3-turn and must must cover full ice and must cover the ice team’s choice with lines facing each under 12 years old contain a backward inside may include forward and must have 1 or backward pumps other, 2-foot or 1-foot Maximum 2 minutes 10 and/or backward outside edge and/or backward skating. 2 configurations. and/or chasses. glide at point of seconds glide. intersection. SYNCHRO SKLLS 3 One circle, which must contain Line element, which One block, which Wheel element of One intersection. 8-16 skaters, majority at a mohawk and must contain a includes a change of must cover the ice the team’s choice least 12 years old backward inside and/or configuration (1 line to 2 and must have 2 with backward Maximum 2 minutes 10 backward outside edge glide. lines or 2 lines to 1 line), different pumps, chasses, seconds and must cover full ice configurations. and/or crossovers. Minimum of two and must include forward different hand holds and backward skating. PRELIMINARY 8-16 skaters who are One circle element One line element One block element One wheel element One intersection under age 12, majority element under age 10 (forward only) 2:00 +/- 10 seconds Minimum of two different hand holds

Restrictions in Snowplow Sam Synchro and Synchro Skills 1: - Additional elements are not allowed (the team must do only their required elements). - Teams may only use hand-to-hand, shoulder-to-shoulder and choo-choo holds. - Wheels and circles may not travel, change rotational direction or change configuration. - Lines may not pivot. - Snowplow Sam Synchro teams: backwards skating is allowed, but not required, in the circle and is not permitted in any other elements or transitions. - Teams may not do steps higher than Basic 6.

Restrictions in Synchro Skills 2: - Additional elements are not allowed (the team must do only their required elements). - Wheels may not travel, change rotational direction or change configuration. - Circles may not change rotational direction or change configuration. Traveling is allowed, but not required. - Lines may not pivot. - Synchro Skills 2 teams may not do steps higher than Free Skate 2, with the exception of split jumps, stag jumps and split falling leaf jumps.

Restrictions in all levels: All of the synchronized skating “illegal elements” found in Rule 7160 of the U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook.

Please reference http://usfsa.org/programs?id=84096&menu=synchronized for most up-to-date Learn to Skate USA Synchronized Skating rules

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DRAMATIC ENTERTAINMENT EVENTS Format:  Programs should express intense emotional connection and investment in the music, choreography and theme concept through related skating movements, gestures and physical actions. The entire gamut of emotions may be expressed including intense joy and/or introspectiveness.  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, as listed in the table below. 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. 3. Current guidelines and procedures for nonqualifying showcase competitions can be found at www.usfigureskating.org, under “Programs” on the National Showcase page. Dramatic Entertainment Levels: Except for Adult events, skaters must compete at the highest level for which they qualify. Must meet requirements* Must not have passed Event Must have passed Free Skating or Dance test (solo or Free Skate or Dance (solo or partnered) Test Age Time partnered standard track) or higher

No Test Pre‐Preliminary Free Skate (does not qualify for No Free Skate test passed No age restriction 1:30 max Any Free Dance National Showcase)

Pre‐Preliminary Preliminary Free Skate (does not qualify for Pre‐Preliminary Free Skate No age restriction 1:30 max Any Free Dance National Showcase)

Pre Juvenile Free Skate No minimum Preliminary Preliminary Free Skate OR age 1:40 max Juvenile Free Dance (max age 20)

Juvenile Free Skate Intermediate Free Skate Teen OR OR 14‐17 2:10 max Juvenile Free Dance Intermediate Free Dance

Intermediate Free Skate Novice Free Skate Intermediate OR OR 17 and under 2:10 max Intermediate Free Dance Novice Free Dance

Juvenile Free Skate Novice Free Skate Young Adult OR OR 18‐20 2:10 max Juvenile Free Dance Novice Free Dance

Novice Free Skate Junior Free Skate Novice OR OR 2:10 max Novice Free Dance Junior Free Dance

Junior Free Skate Senior Free Skate Junior OR OR 2:40 max Junior Free Dance Senior Free Dance

Senior Free Skate Senior OR 2:40 max Senior Free Dance

Must meet requirements* Must not have passed Event Must have passed Free Skate or Dance Test (solo or Free Skate or Dance Test (solo or partnered; Age Time partnered, standard, adult, or masters track) standard, adult, or masters track) or higher

Adult Bronze Free Skate Adult Pre‐Bronze Adult Pre‐Bronze Free Skate Preliminary Free Skate (does not qualify for OR 21 and older 1:40 max National Showcase) Pre‐Preiminary Free Skate OR Any Free Dance Adult Silver Free Skate Adult Bronze Free Skate Pre Juvenile Free Skate Preliminary Free Skate Adult Silver Free Dance Adult Bronze Juvenile Free Dance Intermediate Free Dance 21 and older 1:40 max OR Preliminary Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000) Pre‐Bronze Dance Test (prior to 4/30/17) OR 3rd Figure (prior to 10/1/77)

Adult Gold Free Skate Intermediate FS (on/after 10/1/91) Juvenile Free Skate Junior Free Dance Adult Gold Free Dance Adult Gold Silver Free Dance (Prior to 9/2/2000) 21 and older 1:40 max Novice Free Dance OR OR 5th Figure Test (prior to 10/1/77) 3rd Figure (prior to 10/1//77)

Intermediate Free Skate Adult Gold Free Dance Junior Free Dance Masters Silver Free Dance (Prior to 9/2/2000) 21 and older 1:40 max 3rd Figure Test (prior to 10/1/77) OR 8th Figure Test (10/1/77‐9/30/79)

* For the US Adult Championships and adult sectional championships, skaters must meet the test requirements for the level at which they want to compete; rules 2540‐2552 apply,; and the same level must be chosen for all showcase events at the competition (for example, a skater may not compete in Masters Dramatic Entertainment and Adult Gold Light Entertainment events at the same competition). Adult athletes wishing to be grandfathered into a higher level based on participation at the Adult Championships or National Showcase prior to 4/30/17 may make this request to the National Vice Chair for National Showcase. For all other competitions, skaters must compete at their test level or one level higher, per the above chart. For Basic Skills levels and events, please refer to the U.S. Figure Skating Compete USA Competition Manual for Showcase event levels, elements, qualifications, program lengths and descriptions. For events offered, refer to the competition announcement.

LIGHT ENTERTAINMENT EVENTS

Format:  Showcase program that should express a carefree concept or storyline designed to uplift and entertain the audience through related skating movements, gestures and physical actions.  Props and scenery are permitted.

General event parameters: 4. 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. 5. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline. 6. Current guidelines and procedures for nonqualifying showcase competitions can be found at www.usfigureskating.org, under “Programs” on the National Showcase page. Light Entertainment Levels: Except for Adult events, skaters must compete at the highest level for which they qualify. Must meet requirements* Must not have passed Event Must have passed Free Skating or Dance test Free Skate or Dance (solo or partnered) Test or Age Time (solo or partnered standard track) higher

Pre‐Preliminary Free Skate No Test No age (does not qualify for No Free Skate test passed OR 1:30 max restriction National Showcase) Any Free Dance

Preliminary Free Skate Pre‐Preliminary No age (does not qualify for Pre‐Preliminary Free Skate OR 1:30 max restriction National Showcase) Any Free Dance

Pre Juvenile Free Skate No minimum Preliminary Preliminary Free Skate OR age 1:40 max Juvenile Free Dance (max age 20)

Juvenile Free Skate Intermediate Free Skate Teen OR OR 14‐17 2:10 max Juvenile Free Dance Intermediate Free Dance

Intermediate Free Skate Novice Free Skate Intermediate OR OR 17 and under 2:10 max Intermediate Free Dance Novice Free Dance

Juvenile Free Skate Novice Free Skate Young Adult OR OR 18‐20 2:10 max Juvenile Free Dance Novice Free Dance

Novice Free Skate Junior Free Skate Novice OR OR 2:10 max Novice Free Dance Junior Free Dance

Junior Free Skate Senior Free Skate Junior OR OR 2:40 max Junior Free Dance Senior Free Dance

Senior Free Skate Senior OR 2:40 max Senior Free Dance Must meet requirements* Must not have passed Must have passed Free Skate or Dance Test Event Free Skate or Dance Test (solo or partnered; Age Time (solo or partnered, standard, adult, or masters standard, adult, or masters track) or higher track)

Adult Silver Free Skate Adult Bronze Free Skate Pre Juvenile Free Skate Preliminary Free Skate Adult Silver Free Dance Adult Bronze Juvenile Free Dance Intermediate Free Dance 21 and older 1:40 max OR Preliminary Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000) Pre‐Bronze Dance Test (prior to 4/30/17) OR 3rd Figure (prior to 10/1/77) Adult Silver Free Skate Adult Gold Free Skate Juvenile Free Skate (prior to 10/1/94) Juvenile Free Skate (On/after 10/1/94) Pre Juvenile Free Skate Adult Gold Free Dance Adult Silver Free Dance Adult Silver Novice Free Dance 21 and older 1:40 max Intermediate Free Dance Bronze Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000) Preliminary Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000) OR OR 4th Figure (prior to 10/1/77) 3rd Figure (prior to 10/1/77)

INTERPRETIVE EVENTS

Format: Interpretive is a performance choreographed by the competitor, unaccompanied and unassisted, to music supplied by the competition committee / LOC. Programs should incorporate various elements of expressive movement and skating moves, to enhance the skater’s interpretation of the music, rather than technical elements.  The music will be played continuously during a 30‐minute off‐ice session in a room and twice during an on‐ice warm‐up prior to the performance. o The room will be attended only by the adult monitor assigned to play the music and the competing skaters.  After the warm up, skaters will go back to a room, with no music being played.  Skaters will be brought to the ice when the previous skater finishes.  All competitors in an event will interpret the same music.  Props are permitted but must be brought into the room prior to listening to the music, and be taken to the ice only when the skater is called to perform. Props may not be pre‐positioned on the performance surface.

Current guidelines and procedures for nonqualifying showcase competitions can be found at www.usfigureskating.org, under “Programs” on the National Showcase page.

Interpretative Events and Levels: Except for Adult events, skaters must compete at the highest level for which they qualify

Level Program Test Requirements (Freeskate or Free Dance) Duration Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one Pre‐juvenile and below 1:00 maximum level higher. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline.

Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one Juvenile ‐ novice 1:30 maximum level higher. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline.

Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one Junior and senior 1:30 maximum level higher. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline.

Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one Teen and young adult 1:30 maximum level higher. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline.

Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one All adult events 1:30 maximum level higher. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline.

COMPETE USA SHOWCASE EVENTS Format: Groups will be divided by number of entries and ages if possible. Skaters must enter at the same level as their free skate event or highest test level of skater’s in the group ensemble or production number. If a free skate event is not being entered, skaters must enter at their current test level or one level higher. Vocal music is permitted. 6.0 Judging will be used. Deductions will be made for skaters including technical elements not permitted in the event description.

Showcase categories may include:  Levels can be subdivided, if necessary, depending on entry numbers and event set up  Dramatic entertainment: Showcase program utilizing intense emotional skating quality to depict choreographic theme.  Light entertainment: Showcase program emphasizing such choreographic expressive qualities such as comedy, love and mime while incorporating skating skills.  Duets: Theatrical/artistic performances by any competitors.  Mini production ensembles: Theatrical performances by three to seven competitors.  Production ensembles: Theatrical performances by eight to 30 skaters. Theater On Ice teams are eligible as production ensembles. NOTE: Skaters may enter only one each duet, mini production or production event.

General event parameters: Show costumes are permitted, as long as they do not touch or drag on the ice. Props and scenery must be placed and removed by unaided singles and duet competitors within one minute and by unaided ensemble contestants within two minutes for setup and two minutes for removal. A 0.2 deduction will be assessed by the referee against each judge’s mark for each five seconds in excess of the time allowed for the performance, for handling props and scenery and for scenery assistance. Performances will be judged from an entertainment standpoint, for theatrical qualities. Technical skating skills and difficulty will not be rewarded as such; however, skating must be the major element of the performance and be of sufficient quality to support the selected theatrical elements. Unintended falls, poorly executed skating elements and obvious losses of control will reduce contestant’s marks. Jump difficulty is not rewarded in showcase; therefore jumps, if choreographed, should be performed with style, flow and confidence. Theatrical elements evaluated will include energy, poise, acting, pantomime, eye contact, choreography, form/extension and the use of props and ice. * For specific guidelines regarding the conduct of Showcase competitions, refer to the Nonqualifying Showcase Guidelines posted on www.usfigureskating.org. LEVEL ELEMENTS QUALIFICATIONS PROGRAM LENGTH May not have passed any higher than Basic 1‐6 Elements only from Basic 1‐6 curriculum Time: 1:00 max. Basic 6 level. Pre‐Free Skate‐Free 3 jump maximum. ½ rotation jumps May not have passed any official U.S. Time: 1:30 max. Skate 6/ only, plus the following full rotation Figure Skating free skate tests. Beginner/High jumps: Salchow and toe loop. Beginner/ Adult 1‐6 No Test/ 3 jump maximum. No Axels or double Must have passed no higher than U.S. Time: 1:30 max. Pre‐Preliminary/ jumps permitted. Figure Skating Pre‐Preliminary or Adult Adult Pre‐Bronze pre‐Bronze free skate test. Preliminary/ 3 jump maximum. Axels are permitted, Must have passed no higher than U.S. Time: 1:40 max. Adult Bronze but no double jumps allowed. Figure Skating Preliminary free skate or Adult Bronze test.

DUET EVENTS

Format:  Duets are theatrical or artistic performances by any competitors.  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

Current guidelines and procedures for nonqualifying showcase competitions can be found at www.usfigureskating.org, under “Programs” on the National Showcase page.

Duet Event Levels: Except for Adult events, skaters must compete at the highest level for which they qualify. Must meet requirements* Must not have passed Event Must have passed Free Skating or Dance test Age Time Free Skate or Dance (solo or partnered) Test or higher (solo or partnered standard track)

Pre‐Preliminary Free Skate No age No Test No Free Skate test passed 1:30 max Any Free Dance restriction

Preliminary Free Skate No age Pre‐Preliminary Pre‐Preliminary Free Skate 1:30 max Any Free Dance restriction

Pre Juvenile Free Skate No minimum Preliminary Preliminary Free Skate OR age 1:40 max Juvenile Free Dance (max age 20)

Juvenile Free Skate No minimum Pre Juvenile Pre Juvenile Free Skate OR age 1:40 max Juvenile Free Dance (max age 20) Juvenile Free Skate Intermediate Free Skate Juvenile OR OR 3 and under 2:10 max Juvenile Free Dance Intermediate Free Dance Juvenile Free Skate Intermediate Free Skate Teen OR OR 14‐17 2:10 max Juvenile Free Dance Intermediate Free Dance

Intermediate Free Skate Novice Free Skate Intermediate OR OR 17 and under 2:10 max Intermediate Free Dance Novice Free Dance Juvenile Free Skate Novice Free Skate Young Adult OR OR 18‐20 2:10 max Juvenile Free Dance Novice Free Dance Novice Free Skate Junior Free Skate Novice OR OR 2:10 max Novice Free Dance Junior Free Dance Junior Free Skate Senior Free Skate Junior OR OR 2:40 max Junior Free Dance Senior Free Dance Senior Free Skate Senior OR 2:40 max Senior Free Dance Must meet requirements* Must not have passed Must have passed Free Skate or Dance Test Event Free Skate or Dance Test (solo or partnered; standard, Age Time (solo or partnered, standard, adult, or masters adult, or masters track) or higher track) Adult Bronze Free Skate Adult Pre‐Bronze Free Skate Preliminary Free Skate Adult Pre‐Bronze OR 21 and older 1:40 max OR Pre‐Preiminary Free Skate Any Free Dance

Adult Silver Free Skate Adult Gold Free Skate Juvenile Free Skate (prior to 10/1/94) Juvenile Free Skate (On/after 10/1/94) Pre Juvenile Free Skate Adult Gold Free Dance Adult Silver Adult Silver Free Dance Novice Free Dance 21 and older 1:40 max Intermediate Free Dance Bronze Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000) Preliminary Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000) OR OR 4th Figure (prior to 10/1/77) 3rd Figure (prior to 10/1/77) Adult Gold Free Skate Intermediate FS (on/after 10/1/91) Juvenile Free Skate Junior Free Dance Adult Gold Free Dance Adult Gold Silver Free Dance (Prior to 9/2/2000) 21 and older 1:40 max Novice Free Dance OR OR 5th Figure Test (prior to 10/1/77) 3rd Figure (prior to 10/1//77) Intermediate Free Skate Adult Gold Free Dance Junior Free Dance Masters Silver Free Dance (Prior to 9/2/2000) 21 and older 1:40 max 3rd Figure Test (prior to 10/1/77) OR 8th Figure Test (10/1/77‐9/30/79)

Name______DOB______Sex______LAST FIRST

Address______State______Zip______

Valid email______Phone______

USFS Number (required)______Highest level passed______

Home Skating Club______Coach name______

Events (please circle all that you are entering)

Basic Elements Basic Free Skate Program Spins Challenge Snowplow Sam Snowplow Sam Beginner Basic 1 Basic 1 High Beginner Basic 2 Basic 2 No Test Basic 3 Basic 3 Pre Preliminary Basic 4 Basic 4 Preliminary Basic 5 Basic 5 Adult Beginner Basic 6 Basic 6 Pre Bronze Bronze

Free Skate Compulsory Free Skate Program Jumps Challenge Pre Free Pre Free Beginner Free Skate 1 Free Skate 1 High Beginner Free Skate 2 Free Skate 2 No Test Free Skate 3 Free Skate 3 Pre Preliminary Free Skate 4 Free Skate 4 Preliminary Free Skate 5 Free Skate 5 Adult Beginner Free Skate 6 Free Skate 6 Pre Bronze Bronze

Excel Compulsory Excel Free Skate Excel Beginner Excel Beginner Excel High Beginner Excel High Beginner Excel Pre Preliminary Excel Pre Preliminary Excel Preliminary Excel Preliminary Excel Preliminary Plus

Well Balanced Compulsory Well Balanced Free Skate No Test No Test Pre Preliminary Pre Preliminary Preliminary Preliminary

Synchronized Skating Open Adult Synchro Skills 1 Synchro Skills 2

Showcase Light Entertainment Basic 1 Basic 2 Basic 3 Basic 4 Basic 5 Basic 6 Pre Free Free Skate 1 Free Skate 2 Free Skate 3 Free Skate 4 Free Skate 5 Free Skate 6 Beginner High Beginner No Test PrePreliminary Preliminary Pre Juvenile Juvenile Teen Intermediate Young Adult Novice Junior Senior Adult 1 Adult 2 Adult 3 Adult 4 Adult 5 Adult 6 Adult Pre Bronze Adult Bronze Adult Silver Adult Gold Masters

Showcase Dramatic Entertainment Basic 1 Basic 2 Basic 3 Basic 4 Basic 5 Basic 6 Pre Free Free Skate 1 Free Skate 2 Free Skate 3 Free Skate 4 Free Skate 5 Free Skate 6 Beginner High Beginner No Test PrePreliminary Preliminary Pre Juvenile Juvenile Teen Intermediate Young Adult Novice Junior Senior Adult 1 Adult 2 Adult 3 Adult 4 Adult 5 Adult 6 Adult Pre Bronze Adult Bronze Adult Silver Adult Gold Masters

Duet Event Basic 1 Basic 2 Basic 3 Basic 4 Basic 5 Basic 6 Pre Free Free Skate 1 Free Skate 2 Free Skate 3 Free Skate 4 Free Skate 5 Free Skate 6 Beginner High Beginner No Test PrePreliminary Preliminary Pre Juvenile Juvenile Teen Intermediate Young Adult Novice Junior Senior Adult 1 Adult 2 Adult 3 Adult 4 Adult 5 Adult 6 Adult Pre Bronze Adult Bronze Adult Silver Adult Gold Masters

Interpretive No Test PrePreliminary Preliminary Pre Juvenile Juvenile Teen Intermediate Young Adult Novice Junior Senior Adult Beginner Adult High Beginner Pre Bronze Bronze Silver Gold

Adult Free Skate Adult 1 Adult 2 Adult 3 Adult 4 Adult 5 Adult 6 Adult Beginner Adult High Beginner Pre Bronze Bronze

Adult Compulsory Adult 1 Adult 2 Adult 3 Adult 4 Adult 5 Adult 6 Adult Beginner Adult High Beginner Pre Bronze Bronze

Team Compulsory Snowplow Sam - Basic 3 Basic 4 - Basic 6 Pre Free Skate - Free skate 6 Adult 1 - 6 Adult Beginner - Adult High Beginner Adult Pre Bronze - Adult Bronze

Dance Preliminary 1. Canasta Tango 2. Rhythm Blues Pre Bronze 1. Cha Cha 2. Fiesta Tango

Entry Fees

First Event Snowplow Sam - Basic 6 $40.00 $______First Event Pre Free and above $55.00 $______Additional Events $30.00 ea $______Practice Ice $12.00 $______Team Compulsory (per team) $55.00 $______Synchro Team (per team) $65.00 $______Paper Entry Fee $10.00 $___10.00_____ Total $______The completed three page entry form, with fees, must be postmarked no later than June 26, 2019. Make check or money order payable to Capital City Figure Skating Competition and mail to: Star City FSC 2019 Competition PO Box 22413 Lincoln, NE 68542-2413

ENTRY FEES ARE NOT REFUNDABLE AFTER THE ENTRY DEADLINE UNLESS AN EVENT IS CANCELED.

Certification of Competitor: The competitor is eligible to enter the events circled. It is agreed that the competitor and family holds Nebraska Sports Council, John Breslow Ice Hockey Center and Star City Figure Skating Club harmless from any and all liability either during practice or the competition, and from any and all liability for damages to or loss of property.

Signatures Required

Parent/Guardian ______Date______

Competitor ______Date______

Coach ______Date______

Program Director/Club Officer ______Date______

(all signatures are required for participation)

Cornhusker State Games T-Shirt

All skaters will receive the standard 2019 Cornhusker State Games t-shirt for free as part of their registration. Please indicate your size preference below. T-shirts will be handed out at the registration table on the day of the competition.

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2019 Capital City Figure Skating Competition Merchandise Order Form

NAME______PHONE______EMAIL______All CCFSC merchandise must be pre ordered

This is NOT the Cornhusker State Games t-shirt

T SHIRTS Quantity Price Total Adult Small $20 Medium $20 Large $20 Dark heather with light blue images XL $20 2XL $22 3XL $23 4XL $24 5XL $25 Youth Small $15 Medium $15 Large $15 XL $15 HOODIES Quantity Price Total Adult Small $33 Medium $33 Large $33 XL $33 2XL $38 3XL $38 Youth Small $33 Medium $33 Large $33 (all images are samples. Color may vary) XL $33 Make checks payable to TOTAL $ Capital City Figure Skating Competition