Pettit National Ice Center Presents:

The 2019 Snow Crystal Invitational! A Compete USA Competition

500 S. 84th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53214

Sunday, February 17th, 2019 7:00am-6:00pm

All entries must be postmarked no later than Thursday, January 17th, 2019

The purpose of the competition is to promote a FUN, introductory, competitive experience for the beginning skater/competitor.

Compete USA competitions incorporate skills from the Learn to Skate USA program into a competition format that is designed to promote a positive competition experience at the grassroots level.

YES! This competition is for YOU!

YES! You ARE ready!

The competition is open to ALL skaters who are Skating School at the Pettit participants regardless of your age/level as well as ALL current members of ANY Learn to Skate USA program and/or those who are full members of U.S. who have passed no higher than the preliminary free skate, preliminary dance or adult bronze free skate tests. Non-members are eligible to compete but must become registered with Learn to Skate USA or a USFS member club before they can participate.

COMPETE BY YOURSELF OR WITH FRIENDS!!!

Groups are created based on level with no more than 6 skaters per group so EVERYONE receives an award (1st-6th)!!!

Trophies are awarded for all program events and medals are awarded for all other events. All events will be final round. ALL awards will be presented at the competition as the results are posted.

th ENTRIES AND FEES – All entries must be postmarked no later than January 17 , 2019 and are limited to the first 200 applications received. Entries may be faxed, post marked or dropped off until January 17th, 2019. Late entries will be accepted if the limit has not been reached at the discretion of the organizers. A $25 late fee will be charged. Entry fees are per person, US dollars. The first event is $65 and each additional event is $25. NO refunds after closing date, unless an event is canceled by the Pettit Center. There will be a $30 fee for returned checks.

Eligibility and Test Requirements

Eligibility and Test Requirements: Eligibility will be based on skill level as of closing date of entries. All Snowplow Sam and Basic Skills 1-6 skaters must skate at highest level passed or one level higher and NO official U.S. Figure Skating tests may have been passed, including or individual dances.

For the Pre-Free Skate, Free Skate 1-6, Introductory, Excel Free Skate and Well Balanced levels, eligibility will be based only upon highest free skate test level passed (Moves in the Field test level will not determine skater’s competitive level). Skaters may skate at highest level passed OR one level higher, but not both levels in the same event during the same competition. Skaters may not compete at more than one level in the same type event at the same competition.

It is very important to the success of the competition that skaters are placed in the correct divisions. If, for whatever reason, the Local Organizing Committee discovers that a skater has been placed in a category that is below his/her class level, the chairman and referee will have the option to move the skater into the proper division, even if this has to be done the day of the competition. This will ensure that every event is as fair as possible to the competitors. It is an ethical violation for coaches to sandbag an event.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS and PRACTICE ICE – A competition and practice ice schedule will be posted on the Pettit Center website (www.thepettit.com) no later than February 10th, 2019. Competition schedules will also be emailed to competitors and/or their parents/guardians if an email address is provided legibly on the entry form.

MUSIC – The music must be provided on CD. No CD-RW’s please. CDs should be clearly marked with the name of the skater, event entered, length of music, and turned in to the registration table on the day of the competition. A duplicate CD should be readily available with you or your coach when you are competing. Please pick up your CD from the registration table following your event. CDs that are left behind will be held onto for one week and then discarded.

VIDEOTAPING and PHOTOGRAPHS – Videos will be available for purchase on site. You will be permitted to take your own videos and photos.

LOCATION – The competition will be held on the WEST Rink (hockey rink, not the speedskating oval) at the Pettit National Ice Center, 500 S. 84th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53214

ILLUSTRATION OF Singles Events Singles athletes begin with Compete USA competitions. Once athletes begin the official U.S. Figure Skating test structure, they choose to enter the Excel, Well-Balanced or Adult levels as appropriate for their ability, test level, and age. Test requirements are the same for the Excel and Well-Balanced levels. It is completely the choice of the athlete which track to follow; athletes may switch between tracks as best suits their development, but may not enter the same type of event in multiple tracks. Competitive level is determined by highest free skate test passed.

COMPETE USA

Snowplow Sam, Basic 1-6, Hockey 1-4, Pre-Free Skate, Free Skate 1-6, Adult 1-6 and specialty events

Excel Levels WELL- ADULT WELL-

BALANCED BALANCED LEVELS

LEVELS Beginner * Adult Beginner *

21for track adult

High Beginner * No-Test * , Adult High Beginner *

Pre-Preliminary * Pre-Preliminary *

Adult Pre-Bronze * Preliminary * /

Preliminary Plus * Preliminary * Adult Bronze *

Pre-Juvenile / Pre-Juvenile Pre-Juvenile Plus Adult Silver

Juvenile / Juvenile / Adult Gold

Juvenile Plus Open Juvenile 18adult, for age Minimum young

Intermediate Intermediate Masters } Intermediate-Novice Novice Novice Junior Junior Masters Junior-Senior Senior Senior }

*Indicates an introductory level that may be held at Compete USA competitions. Beginner and High Beginner require a current Learn to Skate USA and/or U.S. Figure Skating full membership; all other levels require a current full U.S. Figure Skating membership.

2018-19 Compete USA Manual; Effective September 1st, 2018

Wisconsin Compete USA Series Optional: Participate in the Wisconsin Compete USA Series - Mission Statement: To give Wisconsin skaters a chance to develop their skating skills in a fun, competitive environment.

NOTE: You can participate in the Snow Crystal Invitational without joining this series. The Wisconsin Compete USA Series is optional for skaters that are interested in participating in multiple Compete USA Competitions throughout the state of Wisconsin.

Skaters will have the chance to compete in a series of competitions with consistent rules and format and earn points for a final standing. Awards will be presented to skaters with the highest point totals when they compete in at least two of the scheduled events. Skaters’ point accumulation can be found at http://fscouncilwisconsin.weebly.com. Medals will be awarded at the final competition in the Series. Skaters who are not present at the final competition will receive their medals by mail.

Series Point System The Free Skate and Compulsory/Elements events in each of the Series Competitions will be eligible for accumulating points. Each event will have a maximum of 6 skaters. The system for scoring points for the final award will be as follows: Place Points 1 6 2 5 3 4 4 3 5 2 6 1

If an event has 2-6 skaters, the points will be awarded as if 6 skaters were in the group. If only one skater is in the group, that skater will be awarded 3 points. Points are accumulated for Compulsory and Freeskate events separately.

A skater may participate in either the element/compulsory events and/or freeskating events in any Wisconsin Compete USA Series competitions to be eligible for accumulating points. All skaters who participate in at least 2 competitions in the following events:

Basic 1-6 Elements Basic 1-6 Program with Music Pre Free Skate and Free Skate 1-6 Compulsory and Free Skate Beginner Compulsory and Free Skate High Beginner Compulsory and Free Skate Excel Pre-preliminary Compulsory and Free Skate No Test Compulsory and Free Skate

will be eligible to win an award with an overall total of points. Medals will be awarded (1-3 place) at each level. Jumps, Spins, Dance, Pairs, Artistic, Adult and Synchronized Team events will NOT earn points in the Series.

Skaters moving to the next level during the Series will take their points with them and earn a one-time 3-point bonus.

EVENT: TEAM COMPULSORIES Snowplow Sam, Hockey, Basic Skills, Pre-Free Skate, Free Skate & Teen/Adult

COMPETE WITH YOUR FRIENDS IN THIS EVENT!!!

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 turns Forward ½ swizzle pumps or forward or backward, (4-8 in a (right and left, forward) forward c-cuts on a circle (right Snowplow Sam – Basic row) -March then glide on two feet or and left, 6-8 consecutive) 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 height, skid) 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 , 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 Skate -Jump combination or jump camel or sit, min. 3 revs, no flying 2) Pre-Free Skate and sequence (no Axel allowed) entry) Free Skate 1-6 levels -Combo Spin: One change of foot, 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 and clockwise and counterclockwise Adult 1-6 left

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

EVENT: ELEMENTS Snowplow Sam and Basic Skills Levels

Format: All skaters will report to the judges together. Then each skater will perform an element when directed by a judge or the referee. All skaters will perform the first element before moving on to the next and so on.  To be skated on 1/3 to 1/2 ice.  No music, No program.  Divide Snowplow Sam skaters by level (1-4), if registrations warrant.  All elements will be directed by a judge or the referee in the order listed. Level Time Skating rules/standards  March followed by a two-foot glide and dip Snowplow Sam 1:00 max.  Forward two-foot swizzles, 2-3 in a row  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

EVENT: FREE SKATE PROGRAM TO MUSIC Snowplow Sam and Basic Skills Levels

Format: Music is used for this event. The music should be provided on a CD (no CD- RWs) and should be no more than 1 minute, 10 seconds. The skater should turn in one copy of the CD at the registration table on the day of the competition. An extra copy of the CD should be brought rink side as a back- up. 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. Elements from higher levels are not permitted.  To be skated on full ice with music.  The competition will be held on the West Rink (hockey rink, not the speedskating oval).  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 same level or below are allowed but will not be judged.  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 Sam 1:10 max.  Forward two-foot swizzles, 2-3 in a row  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

EVENT: LIGHT ENTERTAINMENT SHOWCASE PROGRAM TO MUSIC Basic Skills, Pre-Free Skate, Free Skate, Beginner through Preliminary and all Teen/Adult levels 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  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.

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 Skate 3 jump maximum. ½ rotation jumps May not have passed any official U.S. Time: 1:30 max. 6/ Beginner/High Beginner/ only, plus the following full rotation Figure Skating free skate or Adult 1-6/ Adult jumps: Salchow and toe loop. tests. 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.

EVENT: FREE SKATE PROGRAM TO MUSIC Teen/Adult 1-6

General event parameters: Music is used for this event. The music should be provided on a CD (no CD-RWs) and should be no more than 1 minute, 10 seconds. The skater should turn in one copy of the CD at the registration table on the day of the competition. An extra copy of the CD should be brought rink side as a back-up.  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. Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout program.  The skater must demonstrate the required elements and may use, but is not required to use, any additional elements from a previous (lower) level.  To be skated on full ice  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)

EVENT: FREE SKATE PROGRAM TO MUSIC Adult Beginner – Adult Bronze

General event parameters: Music is used for this event. The music should be provided on a CD (no CD-RWs) and should be no more than 1 minute, 10 seconds. The skater should turn in one copy of the CD at the registration table on the day of the competition. An extra copy of the CD should be brought rink side as a back-up. 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. Elements from higher levels are not permitted.  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 have 1:40 Maximum mazurka, ballet and Waltz jump upright spins, no and steps should be passed tests higher than  Max 1 combination or sequence change of foot, demonstrated U.S. Figure Skating consisting of only the allowed listed no flying entry throughout the Learn to Skate USA Free jumps (Min. 3 program Skate 1  Max. 2 of any same jump revolutions)

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

EVENT: COMPULSORY (no music) Pre-Free Skate & Free Skate 1

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 cross behind, Pre-Free Skate 1:15 max. 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

EVENT: FREE SKATE PROGRAM TO MUSIC Pre-Free Skate & Free Skate 1

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, clockwise and Pre-Free Skate 1:40 max. 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  Half flip jump  NOT ALLOWED – Waltz jump/toe loop combination

EVENT: EXCEL COMPULSORY PROGRAM (no music) Free Skate 1-6 and beyond

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  Excel Beginner 1:15 max.   One-foot upright spin - minimum 3 revolutions  Choreographic step sequence  Loop jump Excel High 1:15 max.  Salchow/toe loop combination Beginner  - 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  Excel Preliminary 1:15 max.  Flip/loop jump combination  Camel, sit combination spin – minimum 6 revolutions total  Choreographic step sequence

EVENT: WELL BALANCED COMPULSORY PROGRAM (no music) Free Skate 1-6 and beyond

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

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

EVENT: EXCEL FREE SKATE PROGRAM TO MUSIC Free Skate 1-6 and beyond 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.

Excel Beginner Maximum 4 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence:  Jumps with no more than one-half rotation (front  Two upright spins Choreographic Step Free Skate to back or back to front)  No change of foot Sequence* (ChSt) 1:40 Max.  Single rotation jumps: Salchow, toe loop only  No flying entry  Must use one-half of the ice  Half Loops are not allowed.  Minimum 3 revolutions surface Must not have passed higher  Maximum 2 jump combinations or sequences  Moves in the field and spiral sequences are allowed but will than Learn to Skate USA Free  Maximum 2 of any same jump not be counted as elements Skate 2  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 (front  Both spins must be in a Choreographic Step Free Skate to back or back to front) single position Sequence* (ChSt) 1:40 Max.  Single rotation jumps: toe loop, Salchow, half-  No flying entry  Must use one-half of the ice loop, loop  Permitted forward surface Must not have passed higher  Flip, Lutz, & Axel NOT permitted spins: upright, sit,  Moves in the field and spiral sequences are allowed but will than Learn to Skate USA Free  Maximum 2 jump combinations or sequences camel  Maximum 2 of any same jump  Permitted back spins: not be counted as elements Skate 4 upright  Jumps may be included in the  Minimum 3 revolutions 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 Sequence* (ChSt) 1:40 Max.  No single Axels, double, or higher jumps allowed single position*  Must use one-half of the ice  Number of single jumps (except single Axel) is not  One spin may change surface Must not have passed higher limited provided the maximum number of jump feet and/or position  Moves in the field and spiral than U.S. Figure Skating Pre- elements allowed is not exceeded  No flying entry sequences are allowed but will preliminary free skate test  Maximum 2 jump combinations or jump  Minimum 3 revolutions not be counted as elements sequences  Spins must be of a  Jumps may be included in the *means required element  Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One 3- different character step sequence jump combination is allowed Full U.S. Figure Skating  Jump sequences are limited to a maximum of 3 membership required single jumps

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 Sequence* (ChSt) 1:30 +/- 10 sec.  No single Axels, double, or higher jumps allowed single position*  Must use one-half of the ice  Number of single jumps (except single Axel) is not  One spin may change surface Must not have passed higher limited provided the maximum number of jump feet and/or position  Moves in the field and spiral than U.S. Figure Skating elements allowed is not exceeded  No flying entry sequences are allowed but will Preliminary free skate test  Maximum 2 jump combinations or jump  Minimum 3 revolutions not be counted as elements sequences  Spins must be of a  Jumps may be included in the *means required element  Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One 3- different character step sequence jump combination is allowed  Full U.S. Figure Skating Jump sequences are limited to a maximum of 3 single jumps membership required Excel Preliminary Plus Maximum 5 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence:  All single jumps allowed, including single Axel  One spin must Choreographic Step 1:30 +/- 10 sec.  No double, or higher jumps allowed be in a single Sequence* (ChSt)  Single Axel may be repeated once (but not more) as a solo jump or part position*  Must use one-half of Must not have passed higher of a jump sequence or jump combination (maximum 2 single Axels)  One spin may the ice surface than U.S. Figure Skating  Number of remaining single jumps is not limited provided the maximum change feet  Moves in the field preliminary free skate test number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded and/or position and spiral sequences  Maximum 2 jump combinations or jump sequences  No flying entry are allowed but will not be counted as *means required element  All single jumps, including the single Axel are allowed as part of a jump  Minimum 3 revolutions elements combination or sequence (no double jumps)  Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One 3-jump combination is  Spins must be  Jumps may be Full U.S. Figure Skating allowed of a different included in the step membership required  Jump sequences limited to a maximum of 3 single jumps character sequence EVENT: WELL BALANCED FREE SKATE PROGRAM TO MUSIC Free Skate 1-6 and beyond

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.

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 not flying entry surface limited provided the maximum number of jump  Min 3 revs. o Moves in the 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 Jump sequences limited to a maximum of 3 single jumps o Jumps may be 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 (maximum flying entry surface 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 not These spins must be of a sequences are 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  Jump sequences limited to a maximum of 3 step sequence single jumps 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 the included in the maximum number of jump elements allowed is not step sequence 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  Jump sequences limited to a maximum of 3 single or double jumps

EVENT: SPINS CHALLENGE (no music) Free Skate 1-6 and beyond

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.  No music is used for this event, but participants should perform a simple prepared program using the required elements listed below only.  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 1:30 max.  Upright spin with change of foot (3 each foot) Beginner  Sit spin (3)  Upright spin with change of foot (3 each foot) No Test 1:30 max.  Sit spin (3)  (3)  Spin with one change of position and no change of foot (6) Pre – 1:30 max.  Backward sit spin (3) Preliminary  Camel spin (4)  Spin with one change of foot and one change of position (min. 3 each Preliminary 1:30 max. foot)  Change sit spin (min. 3 each foot)  One position spin – skater’s choice (upright, sit or camel) (4)

EVENT: JUMPS CHALLENGE (no music) Free Skate 1-6 and beyond

General event parameters:  Each jump may be attempted twice; the best attempt will be counted.  To be skated on ½ ice; No Music is used for this event 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 Beginner 1:15 max. Single Salchow 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)

EVENT:

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 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.

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 a One line, skated forward, One block, skated One wheel, skated One intersection: Two SYNCHRO forward inside or outside edge 1 which must cover half ice forward, which forward, in any lines facing each other, 5-12 skaters, majority foot glide and/or 2 foot glide. to full ice. must cover half ice shape. 2-foot glide at point of under 7 years old May have backwards skating. to full ice, and must intersection. Maximum 2 minutes 10 have only 1 seconds configuration. SYNCHRO SKILLS 1 One circle, which must contain a One line, which must One block, which One wheel of the One intersection: Two 8-16 skaters, majority two foot turn. cover half ice to full ice must cover half ice team’s choice with lines facing each other, under 9 years old Must contain a forward inside and may include forward to full ice, and must backward pumps. 2-foot or 1-foot glide Maximum 2 minutes 10 and/or forward outside edge and/or backward skating. have only 1 at point of seconds glide. Stroking from backward to configuration. intersection. forward is permitted. SYNCHRO SKILLS 2 One circle, which must contain a One line, which One block, which One wheel of the One intersection: Two 8-16 skaters, majority forward 3-turn and must contain must cover full ice and must cover the ice team’s choice with lines facing each other, under 12 years old a backward inside and/or may include forward and must have 1 or 2 backward pumps 2-foot or 1-foot glide Maximum 2 minutes 10 backward outside edge glide. and/or backward skating. configurations. and/or chasses. at point of seconds intersection. SYNCHRO SKLLS 3 One circle, which must contain a Line element, which One block, which Wheel element of One intersection. 8-16 skaters, majority at 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 and configurations. and/or crossovers. Minimum of two must include forward and different hand holds 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 , 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

Snow Crystal Invitational 2/17/2019 - COMPETE USA COMPETITION ENTRY FORM – DUE January 17th, 2019

Name______Age______Sex ______Last First

Email Address______Area Code/Phone #______

Birth Date______Learn to Skate USA Number ______Highest Level Passed______

Program/Club you are Representing______

Coach Name and Email

The information above MUST be completed in full. Please check the event(s) you are entering:

Team Compulsories (no music): Elements / Compulsory (no music): Free Skate Program to music: ______Snowplow Sam -Basic 3 & Hockey 1-4 Snowplow Sam 1 Snowplow Sam 1 ______Basic Skills 4-6 Snowplow Sam 2 Snowplow Sam 2 ______Pre-Free Skate & Free Skate 1-6 Snowplow Sam 3 Snowplow Sam 3 ______Teen/Adult 1-6 Snowplow Sam 4 Snowplow Sam 4 ______Adult Beginner/Adult High Beginner Basic 1 Basic 1 Basic 2 Basic 2 Team Name: Basic 3 Basic 3 Basic 4 Basic 4 Basic 5 Basic 5 Basic 6 Basic 6 Team Member Names: Pre-Free Skate Pre-Free Skate Free Skate 1 Free Skate 1 Excel Beginner Excel Beginner Excel High Beginner Excel High Beginner Excel Pre-Preliminary Excel Pre-Preliminary Excel Preliminary Excel Preliminary Well Balanced No Test Excel Preliminary Plus Well Balanced Pre-Preliminary Adult Bronze Well Balanced Preliminary Adult Pre-Bronze

Adult High-Beginner Adult Beginner Light Entertainment Showcase Program To Music: Teen/Adult 6 Basic Skills 1-6 Teen/Adult 5 Pre-Free Skate – Free Skate 6/Beginner/ Teen/Adult 4 High Beginner/Teen/Adult 1-6/Adult Spins (no music): Jumps (no music): Teen/Adult 3 Beginner/Adult High Beginner Beginner Beginner Teen/Adult 2 No Test High Beg. High Beg Teen/Adult 1 Pre-Preliminary No Test No Test Well Balanced No Test Adult Pre-Bronze Pre-Prelim. Pre-Prelim. Well Balanced Pre-Pre Preliminary Preliminary Well Balanced Prelim Adult Bronze

ENTRY FEE IS $65 FOR EACH COMPETITOR’S FIRST EVENT, $25 EACH ADDITIONAL EVENT PER COMPETITOR (Do NOT include any synchronized skating events you may be participating in)

ENTRY FEES ARE NOT REFUNDABLE UNLESS AN EVENT IS CANCELED.

First Event $______

Additional Events $______

Total: $______

The completed entry form, with fees, must be postmarked no later than January 17th, 2019.

Make check or money order PAYABLE to Pettit National Ice Center and mail to: Pettit National Ice Center c/o Snow Crystal Invitational 500 S. 84th Street Milwaukee, WI 53214.

For additional information email or call the Pettit Skating Director at: [email protected] or 414-935-4779

Certification of Competitor: The Competitor is eligible to enter the events checked. It is agreed that the competitor and family holds the Pettit National Ice Center harmless from any and all liability during practice or the competition, and from any and all liability for damages to or loss of property.

Parent/Guardian Signature______Date______or Competitor Signature if 18+ ______Date______

Instructor/Coach Signature if applicable______Date______

Program Director/Club Officer if applicable______Date______

COMPETE USA SYNCHRONIZED SKATING/ENTRY FORM p. 1

Snow Crystal Invitational February 17th, 2019

TO BE FILLED OUT AND SUBMITTED BY TEAM COACH OR MANAGER ONLY

ENTRY FORM 1: Team Information Team name: U.S. Figure Skating #:

Club (if applicable):

Team contact person:

Daytime phone number: Email:

Address: City: State/ZIP:

Primary coach: U.S. Figure Skating #:

Daytime phone number: Email:

Number of skaters: Number of alternates:

Please check the level and/or event(s) entered: [ ] Snowplow Sam Synchro [ ] Synchro Skills 1 [ ] Synchro Skills 2 [ ] Synchro Skills 3 [ ] Preliminary Synchro

Entry Fee: Enclosed is $ ______for __ Compete USA events $ 50 per team/Learn to Skate USA event plus $ ______for _____ competitors $ 5 per skater/Learn to Skate USA event

Checks should be made payable to: Pettit National Ice Center

Please send all forms and fees to: Pettit Center c/o Snow Crystal Invitational 500 S. 84th Street Milwaukee, WI 53214

All fees and entry forms must be January 17th, 2019 postmarked by:

Compete USA teams may choose to represent either a full member club or a U.S. Figure Skating Learn to Skate USA school/program.

COMPETE USA SYNCHRONIZED SKATING/ENTRY FORM p. 2

TO BE FILLED OUT AND SUBMITTED BY TEAM COACH OR MANAGER ONLY

Name of the team:

Name of the club or program represented:

TEAM ROSTER (Please list skaters in alphabetical order. It is not necessary to indicate who is an alternate).

Skater’s name Membership # Age Signature of skater/parent if under 18

COMPETE USA SYNCHRONIZED SKATING/ENTRY FORM p. 3 TO BE FILLED OUT AND SUBMITTED BY TEAM COACH OR MANAGER ONLY

ENTRY FORM 3: Liability Waiver/Certification by Club Officer

Team name: Level:

U.S. Figure Skating and the clubs or organizers of competitions 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, U.S. Figure Skating, the club hosting the competition, and against its officers, and their entries shall be accepted only on such condition.

Skaters’ names in alphabetical order: Skater signature or parent/guardian (if skater is under 18): 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20.

Club officer or skating school director: All of the skaters listed on the team entry form are to the best of my knowledge, eligible members in good standing and eligible to compete under U.S. Figure Skating or rules.

Print Name: Signature:

Title:

Club or Learn to Skate USA program name: