CHICAGO FIGURE SKATING CLUB S 20 TH ANNUAL CHICAGO OPEN FIGURE SKATING COMPETITION JULY 26-29, 2018 SANCTIONED BY: UNITED STATES FIGURE SKATING

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1 CHICAGO FIGURE SKATING CLUB S 20 TH ANNUAL CHICAGO OPEN FIGURE SKATING COMPETITION JULY 26-29, 2018 SANCTIONED BY: UNITED STATES FIGURE SKATING HOSTED BY: Chicago Figure Skating Club Glenview Ice Center Referee: Barry Doren The International Judging System will be used for Juvenile through Senior events, 6.0 will be used for No Test through Open Juvenile Includes: Adults, Compulsories, Freeskate, Jumps, Showcase, Short Program, Spins and Final Round s. Entry Deadline: June 8, 2018

2 Entries and Fees All entries must be submitted no later than June 8, 2018 Entry Fees Individual Entry, 1st Beginner through Open-Juvenile $100 Each Additional (per skater) $35 Individual Entry, 1st Juvenile through Senior $135 Each Additional (per skater) $35 Scan and We recommend that when ing a registration, Dorie Cascio is contacted at to confirm receipt of registration. For more information, please contact Dorie at the phone number or above. In-Person Glenview Ice Center, 1851 Landwehr Rd., Glenview, IL Office Hours: M-F 8:30am-5pm Online How to signup online: 1. If you have a household number with the Glenview Park District, please use our online registration system at and reference the registration form at the end of the packet for correct registration activity numbers. All Chicago Open registration numbers range from to If you do not know or do not have a Household Number in our registration system, please call the Ice Center Front Office during these times: M-F 8:30am-5pm we will take down your household information, create a household in our system and you back with your active household number within 2 business days. After receiving your household number, please use our online registration system at and reference the registration form at the end of the packet for correct registration activity numbers. All Chicago Open registration numbers range from to Mail Glenview Ice Center, 1851 Landwehr Rd., Glenview, IL Please make checks payable to Glenview Ice Center. 2

3 Host Glenview Ice Center 1851 Landwehr Rd. Glenview, IL Phone: Fax: Web: Rules & Eligibility The 2018 Chicago Open Competition is open to all eligible registered members in good standing of the U. S. Figure Skating. Club, facility and USFS liability shall be governed by USFS Rule #1600. Competition level is based on the highest test passed as of June 8, Any skater who chooses may skate up one level. Two entries in a division will constitute a competition. Skaters will be grouped in events based on their testing status as of Friday, June 8, Entries must be postmarked on or before Friday, June 8, 2018 and must include the entry fee. Late entries will be notified if accepted and charged a $25 late fee. No refunds, including medical or religious, will be made after the closing date of June 8 unless there is a cancellation of a competition event. (USFS Rule #3045) There will be a $25 service charge for any returned checks which must be paid in cash, along with the entry fee, prior to the start of the competition. Any change in a skater s level or event after the entry deadline is subject to a $25 change fee. Make Checks Payable To: Chicago Open and mail to the Glenview Ice Center (address at top). Entries must be postmarked by June 8, 2018, and must include the entry fee. Metered mail is not accepted as proof of postmark. Late entries will be accepted at the discretion of the Referee and will be subject to a $25 late fee. The competition schedule and practice ice availably, when final, will be available to download from or For More Information call (Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm) Dorie Cascio dorie.cascio@glenviewparks.org Kathy Brickman kathy.brickman@glenviewparks.org 3

4 Hotels The official host hotel for the Chicago Open is the Marriot Courtyard Chicago Glenview/Northbrook. The special rate per night is $99 per night (up to 4 people). You may also purchase for $10 an American Breakfast. To make a reservation under the block, please call the hotel at and ask to speak with the reservations department. Make sure to mention that you are part of the group Chicago Open in order to receive the group discount and be added to the group block. For additional assistance, please reach out to the Marriott Courtyard Chicago Glenview/Northbrook. Magdaline Analitis can be reached by phone at , or via at manalitis@fhginc.com Other hotels located within 2 miles include: Hilton Northbrook Baymont Inn Glenview Delta Hotels by Marriott Motel 6 Glenview Crowne Plaza Northbrook Sheraton Northbrook Practice Ice Practice Ice will be available each competition day, as the schedule permits. Practice ice availability and reservation/payment procedures will be posted on our website at after the competition schedule is available. Music will NOT be played on practice ice sessions. Music All competitors must provide their music on compact disc. CD s should be of good quality with only one piece of music per disc. CD s should be clearly marked with the competitor s name & phone number, event, length, coach and home club or rink. CD s must be turned in at the time of registration. A duplicate disc should be readily available during the competition. CD s are to be picked up at the registration desk after the event is over. The Chicago Figure Skating Club and the Glenview Ice Center cannot accept responsibility for CD s. Music left behind will not be mailed back to the skater. Registration Check-In Skaters may check-in at the registration desk approximately 1 hour before the first event each day and will remain open until the completion of the final event of the day. Skaters should be at the rink at least 1 hour prior to their scheduled event. Always check with the registration desk for announcements of any changes to the competition schedule. Awards Trophies will be given in all events for the 1 st, 2 nd and 3 rd places and ribbons will be given for 4 th and 5 th places. All awards will be distributed following the posting of the results for each event. Photography / Video No flash photography is permitted of the skaters on the ice. No tripods may be used and rink power sources may NOT be accessed. Only handheld video cameras are permitted. Videos and photographs of your competitor may be available for purchase in the Ice Center lobby during the competition or on-line in the weeks that follow. 4

5 2018 Illinois Grand Prix of Figure Skating The Skating Council of Illinois offers skaters the opportunity to earn an invitation to the Illinois Grand Prix of Figure Skating by competing in designated Free Skate events at our competitions. Skaters who compete in Grand Prix eligible categories at a minimum of 5 Grand Prix competitions will be invited to compete, at no cost, at the Illinois Grand Prix of Figure Skating, which will be held at the Centennial Ice Arena in Highland Park on September 23, Special recognition will be given to skaters who compete in all 9 events. Grand Prix information and standings will be posted on the Skating Council of Illinois website at Competitions: April 5-8 W.I.M. Greater Milwaukee FSC April Ladybug Glenwood FSC May Northern Blast Northern Ice SC June 8-10 Quad Cities Championships FSC of the Quad-Cities June Southport Summer Classic Southport SC July Skate Milwaukee Wisconsin FSC July Chicago Open Chicago FSC August Skate the Lake Cutting Edge FSC September 7-9 Greater Chicagoland Fall Invitational Wagon Wheel FSC s: The following Introductory Free Skate categories are eligible for the Grand Prix: Beginner High Beginner No-Test The following Well-Balanced Free Skate categories are eligible for the Grand Prix: Pre-Preliminary Preliminary Pre-Juvenile Open Juvenile Adult Pre-Bronze Adult Bronze Adult Silver Adult Gold Masters Intermediate-Novice Masters Junior-Senior The following Test Track Free Skate categories are eligible for the Grand Prix: Pre-Preliminary Test Track Preliminary Test Track Pre-Juvenile Test Track Juvenile Test Track Intermediate Test Track Novice Test Track Junior Test Track Senior Test Track The following IJS Free Skate categories are eligible for the Grand Prix: Juvenile Intermediate Novice Junior Senior Please Note: Individual Competitions may have additional Free Skate categories; however, those categories are not eligible for the Illinois Grand Prix of Figure Skating. 5

6 Awards: The designated Free Skate events of each competition will be eligible for accumulating points. The system for scoring points for the final award will be as follows: Placement Points Placement Points 1 st place 10 points 2 nd place 7 points 3 rd place 4 points 4 th place 3 points 5 th place 2 points Participation 1 point Bonus for Final Round 1 point Competitors who perform their free skate program more than once at a competition (i.e., initial and final rounds) will receive the highest points earned for any one performance. If an event has less than 6 skaters, the points will be awarded as if there were 6 skaters in the group. If there is only one skater in the group, he or she will be awarded 5 points. At the end of the Series, competitors who have competed in at least 5 competitions will be invited to the Illinois Grand Prix of Figure Skating. Frequently Asked Questions How do I enter the Championships? Participation in the Illinois Grand Prix of Figure Skating is by invitation only. To be invited to compete, you must have competed in eligible categories in at least 5 of the Grand Prix competitions. Eligible competitors will be sent invitations immediately following the Greater Chicagoland Fall Invitational. What does it cost to enter? There is no entry fee for the Illinois Grand Prix of Figure Skating. The Skating Council of Illinois and our participating clubs are supporting this event. Practice Ice will be available for purchase. There will also be vendors, including video and still photography. Who will keep my points and how will I know how many points I have? Ed Mann, a National Accountant, will tabulate points as the season progresses. Standings will be posted on the Skating Council of Illinois web site at It is the responsibility of each competitor to verify the accuracy of the points posted on the website. Discrepancies should be brought to the attention of Ed Mann. What happens to my points if I change categories during the season? Your points stay with you if you skate at more than one level. Eligibility to skate at the Illinois Grand Prix of Figure Skating will be determined by the competitor s most recent competition level. Who can I ask if I have more questions? Contact any Skating Council of Illinois officer, or visit and click on Contact Us. 6

7 U.S. Figure Skating Non-qualifying Competitions EVENT: Introductory Levels Free Skate Program General event parameters: 1. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels. 2. 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. 3. Minimum number of spin revolutions are in parentheses following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position. Level Jumps Spins Step Sequences Qualifications Beginner 1:40 Max High Beginner 1:40 Max No-Test 1:40 Max Max. 5 jump elements: Jumps with no more than one-half rotation (front to back or back to front). Max. 2 jump sequences Max. 2 of any same jump Max. 5 jump elements: Jumps with no more than one-half rotation (front to back or back to front including half-loop) Single rotation jumps: Salchow and toe loop only. Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump. Max 5 Jump Elements: All single jumps allowed except for the single Axel o No single Axels, double, triple or quadruple jumps allowed o Number of single jumps (except single Axels) is not limited provided the maximum number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded Max 2 jump combinations or jump sequences o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except that one 3-jump combination with a maximum of 3 single jumps is allowed o Jump sequences limited to a maximum of 3 single jumps Max. 2 spins: Two upright spins, no change of foot, no flying entry (Min. 3 revolutions) Max. 2 spins: Two upright spins, change of foot optional, no flying entry (Min. 3 revolutions) Max. 2 spins: Spins may change feet or position Each spin Minimum of 3 revolutions. Spins may start with a flying entry 7 Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program Max 1 Sequence: Step Sequence o Must use onehalf the ice surface o Moves in the field and spiral sequences are allowed but will not be counted as elements o Jumps may be included in the step sequence If IJS is used, then: ChSt Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills free skating badge tests Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills free skating badge tests

8 U.S. Figure Skating Non-qualifying Competitions EVENT: Well Balanced Program Free Skate General event parameters: 1. Skaters may not enter both a Well Balanced Free Skate event and a Test Track Free Skate event at the same nonqualifying competition. 2. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted for pre-preliminary intermediate. 3. Level will be determined by the highest free skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. 4. Either IJS or the 6.0 judging system may be used for this event. 5. All relevant and appropriate IJS rules will be used. Coaches and athletes are expected to be aware of these rules by reading the documents on under Technical Information, then Singles/Pairs Level Jumps Spins Step Sequences Pre- Preliminary 1:40 Max Vocal music permitted Maximum of 5 jump elements: All single jumps, including the single Axel, allowed o No double, triple or quadruple jumps allowed o Axel may be repeated once as a solo jump or part of a jump sequence or jump combination (maximum of 2 single Axels) o Number of single jumps is not limited provided the maximum number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded Max 2 jump combinations or jump sequences o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except that one 3-jump combination with a maximum of 3 single jumps is allowed o Jump sequences limited to a maximum of 3 single jumps Maximum of 2 spins: a) Spins may change feet and/or position. b) Spins may start with a fly. c) Min. of 3 revolutions Max 1 Sequence Step Sequence o Must use onehalf the ice surface o Moves in the field and spiral sequences are allowed but will not be counted as elements o Jumps may be included in the step sequence Preliminary 1:30+/-10 sec Vocal music permitted Maximum of 5 jump elements: 1 must be an Axel-type jump or a waltz jump* All single jumps, including the single Axel, allowed. Only 2 different double jumps may be attempted (limited to double Salchow, double toe loop and double loop) o Double flip, double Lutz, double Axel, triple and quadruple jumps not allowed o An Axel plus up to two different, allowable double jumps may be repeated once (but not more) as solo jumps or part of a jump sequence or jump combination o Number of single jumps is not limited provided the maximum number of jump elements allowed 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 sequences limited to a maximum of 3 single or double jumps Maximum of 2 spins: a) Spins may change feet and/or position. b) Spins may start with a fly. c) Min. of 3 revolutions Max 1 Sequence Step Sequence o Must use onehalf the ice surface o Moves in the field and spiral sequences are allowed but will not be counted as elements o Jumps may be included in the step sequence 8

9 Pre-Juvenile 2:00+/-10 sec Vocal music permitted Maximum of 5 jump elements: 1 must be an Axel-type jump* All single and double jumps allowed except for the double Axel o No double Axels, triple or quadruple jumps allowed o An Axel plus up to 3 different double jumps may be repeated once (but no more) as solo jumps or part of a jump sequence or jump combination o Number of single jumps is not limited provided the maximum number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded Max 2 jump combinations or sequences o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except that one 3-jump combination with a maximum of 2 double jumps and 1 single jump is allowed o Jump sequences limited to a maximum of 3 single or double jumps Maximum of 2 spins: a) 1 spin combination; with or without change of foot*, may fly. 6 revolutions b)1 spin with only 1 position*, may fly, no change of foot Min. 4 revolutions.; c) Spins must be of a different nature Max 1 Sequence Step Sequence o Must fully utilize the ice surface o Moves in the field and spiral sequences are allowed but will not be counted as elements o Jumps may be included in the step sequence Juvenile & Open Juvenile 2:20+/-10 sec Max 5 Jump Elements 1 must be an Axel-type jump* All single and double jumps, including the double Axel, allowed o No triple or quadruple jumps allowed o No more than 3 different double jumps may be repeated and, if repeated, at least one attempt must be in a jump combination or a jump sequence If both executions (of the double) are as solo jumps, the second of these jumps will receive 70% of its original base value o No double jump can be included more than twice Max 2 jump combinations or sequences o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one 3-jump combination with a maximum of 2 double jumps and 1 single jump is allowed o Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited Maximum of 2 spins: a) 1 spin combination; with/without change of foot* min 8 rev/min 2 rev each position b)1 spin with only 1 position; no change of foot* min 5 revolutions c) Both spins may start with a fly d) Spins must be of a different nature Max 1 Sequence One choreographic step sequence fully utilizing ice surface. Intermediate Maximum of 6 jump elements: Maximum of 2 spins: Max 1 Sequence 2:40 +/-10 sec 1 must be an Axel-type jump* All single, double and triple jumps allowed. No quadruple jumps allowed. o No more than 2 different jumps with 2 ½ or 3 revolutions may be repeated o If any double or triple jumps, including double Axel, are repeated, at least one attempt must be part of a jump combination or sequence If both executions (of the double or triple) are as solo jumps, the second of these jumps will receive 70% of its original base value o No double or triple jump can be included more than twice Max 3 jump combinations or sequences o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one 3-jump combination is allowed o Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited a) 1 spin combination; w/without change of foot* min 8 rev/min 2 in each position b) 1 spin with only 1 position; no change of foot* min 5 rev c) Both spins may start with a fly d) Spins must be of a different nature One leveled step sequence* Max Level 2 Only Minimum Variety (5 turns) & Simple Variety (7 turns) and rotation in each direction covering at least 1/3 of the pattern in each direction will be evaluatied for the level. 9

10 Novice Ladies 3:00 +/-10sec IL Grand Prix Max 6 Jump Elements 1 must be an Axel-type jump* All single, double and triple jumps are allowed. No quadruple jumps allowed. o No more than 1 double Axel and 2 different triple jumps may be repeated, and if repeated, at least 1 attempt must be as part of a jump combination or sequence. If both executions (of the double Axel or same triple) are as solo jumps, the second of these jumps will receive 70% of its original base value o There is no limit to the number of different double jumps that can be repeated, but no double or triple jump can be included more than twice Max 3 jump combinations or sequences o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one 3- jump combination is allowed o Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited Max 3 Spins 1 spin combination; with or without change of foot* o Min 10 revs o Min 2 revs in each position 1 flying spin with no change of foot or position* o Min 6 revs 3rd spin is option of skater All spins may start with a flying entry Spins must be of a different character (For definition see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103 (E)) Max 1 Sequence One leveled step sequence* o Must fully utilize the ice surface Novice Men 3:30+/-10 sec IL Grand Prix Max 7 Jump Elements 1 must be an Axel-type jump* All single, double and triple jumps are allowed. No quadruple jumps allowed. o No more than 1 double Axel and 2 different triple jumps may be repeated, and if repeated, at least one attempt must be part of a jump combination or sequence. If both executions (of the double Axel or same triple) are as solo jumps, the second of these jumps will receive 70% of its original base value o There is no limit to the number of different double jumps that can be repeated, but no double or triple jump can be included more than twice Max 3 jump combinations or sequences o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one 3- jump combination is allowed o Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited Max 3 Spins 1 spin combination; with or without change of foot* o Min 10 revs o Min 2 revs in each position 1 flying spin with no change of foot or position* o Min 6 revs 3rd spin is option of skater All spins may start with a flying entry Spins must be of a different character (For definition see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103 (E)) Max 1 Sequence One leveled step sequence* o Must fully utilize the ice surface Junior Ladies 3:30+/-10 sec IL Grand Prix Max 7 Jump Elements 1 must be an Axel-type jump* Jumps can contain any number of revolutions o Of all the triples or quads, only 2 can be executed twice If both executions (of the same triple or quad) are as solo jumps, the second of these jumps will receive 70% of its original base value o No double jump, including double Axel, can be included more than twice in total as solo jump or part of a combination/sequence Max 3 jump combinations or sequences o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one 3-jump combination is allowed o Number of jumps in a sequence is not limited Max 3 Spins 1 spin combination; with or without change of foot* o Min 10 revs o All 3 basic positions with min 2 revs in each position for highest base value 1 spin with a flying entry* o Min 6 revs 1 spin with only 1 position* o Min 6 revs All spins may change feet and start with a flying entry Spins must be of a different character (For definition see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103 Max 1 Sequence One leveled step sequence* o Must fully utilize the ice surface 10

11 Junior Men 4:00 +/- 10 sec. IL Grand Prix Max 8 Jump Elements 1 must be an Axel-type jump* Jumps can contain any number of revolutions o Of all the triples or quads, only 2 can be executed twice If both executions (of the same triple or quad) are as solo jumps, the second of these jumps will receive 70% of its original base value o No double jump, including double Axel, can be included more than twice in total as solo jump or part of a combination/sequence Max 3 Spins 1 spin combination; with or without change of foot* o Min 10 revs o All 3 basic positions with min 2 revs in each position for highest base value 1 spin with a flying entry* o Min 6 revs Max 1 Sequence One leveled step sequence* o Must fully utilize the ice surface Max 3 jump combinations or sequences o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one 3-jump combination is allowed o Number of jumps in a sequence is not limited 1 spin with only 1 position* o Min 6 revs All spins may change feet and start with a flying entry Spins must be of a different character Senior Ladies 4:00 +/- 10s sec. Max 7 Jump Elements 1 must be an Axel-type jump* Jumps can contain any number of revolutions o Of all the triples or quads, only 2 can be executed twice If both executions (of the same triple or quad) are as solo jumps, the second of these jumps will receive 70% of its original base value o No double jump, including double Axel, can be included more than twice in total as solo jump or part of a combination/sequence Max 3 jump combinations or sequences o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one 3-jump combination is allowed o Number of jumps in a sequence is not limited Max 3 Spins 1 spin combination; with or without change of foot* o Min 10 revs o All 3 basic positions with min 2 revs in each position for highest base value 1 spin with a flying entry* o Min 6 revs 1 spin with only 1 position* o Min 6 revs All spins may change feet and start with a flying entry Spins must be of a different character (For definition see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103 (E)) Max 2 Sequences One leveled step sequence* o Must fully utilize the ice surface One choreographic sequence* o Must be clearly visible Senior Men 4:30 +/- 10 sec. Max 8 Jump Elements 1 must be an Axel-type jump* Jumps can contain any number of revolutions o Of all the triples or quads, only 2 can be executed twice If both executions (of the same triple or quad) are as solo jumps, the second of these jumps will receive 70% of its original base value o No double jump, including double Axel, can be included more than twice in total as solo jump or part of a combination/sequence Max 3 jump combinations or sequences o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one 3-jump combination is allowed o Number of jumps in a sequence is not limited Max 3 Spins 1 spin combination; with or without change of foot* o Min 10 revs o All 3 basic positions with min 2 revs in each position for highest base value 1 spin with a flying entry* o Min 6 revs 1 spin with only 1 position* o Min 6 revs All spins may change feet and start with a flying entry Spins must be of a different character (For definition see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103 (E)) Max 2 Sequences One leveled step sequence* o Must fully utilize the ice surface One choreographic sequence* o Must be clearly visible 11

12 Adult Well-Balanced Free Skate s s 1. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels. 2. 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. 3. Minimum number of spin revolutions are in parentheses following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position. 4. The following deductions will be taken: -0.1 from each mark for each technical element included that is not permitted in the event description from the technical mark for each extra element included from the technical mark for any spin that is less than the required minimum revolutions. Level Jumps Spins Step Sequences ADULT PRE BRONZE 1:40 max * means element is required ADULT BRONZE 1:50 max * means element is required ADULT SILVER 2:10 max * means element is required ADULT GOLD 2:40 max * means element is required Max. 4 Jump combinations and sequences are optional, but no more than 2 combinations or sequences may be included One jump combination/sequence may consist of three jumps, and the other may have only two jumps. Each jump may be repeated only once and only as part of combination or sequence (maximum of 2 of any jump) Only single and half-revolution jumps are allowed No Lutz, Axel or double jumps are allowed Max. 4 Min. 1*, max. 2 combinations or sequences; One combination/sequence may consist of three jumps, and the other may have only two jumps Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as part of combination or sequence (maximum of 2 of any jump) All single jumps are permitted (except Axel) No Axel, double or triple jumps are permitted Max. 5 Min. 1*, max. 2 combinations or sequences One combination/sequence may consist of three jumps, and the other may have only two jumps Additional jump sequences which contain non-listed jumps of not more than one revolution (i.e. mazurkas, half-loops, etc.) performed as part of connecting footwork preceding single jumps are permitted Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as part of combination or sequence All single jumps are permitted, including an Axel-type jump. No double or triple jumps are permitted Max. 5 Min. 1*, max. 3 combinations or sequences Two combinations/sequences are limited to two jumps, and one three-jump combination/sequence is permitted Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as part of combination or sequence All single jumps, including an Axel-type jump, are permitted, as are the following double jumps: double toe loop, double Salchow. No double-double jump combinations or sequences are permitted Double loop, double flip, double Lutz, double Axel and triple jumps are not permitted Max. 2 Min. 3 revolutions No flying spins are permitted Max. 2 Spins must be of different character (for definition, see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103E) Min. 3 revolutions total if no change of foot Min. 3 revolutions each foot if change of foot Min. 2 revolutions in position No flying spins are permitted Max. 2 Spins must be of different character (for definition, see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103E) Min. 3 revolutions total if no change of foot Min. 3 revolutions each foot if change of foot Min. 2 revolutions in position Max. 3 Spins must be of different character (for definition, see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103E) Min. 4 revolutions total if no change of foot Min. 4 revolutions each foot if change of foot Min. 2 revolutions in position Max. 1 Connecting steps throughout the program are required Max. 1 To be chosen from: Step sequence or Spiral sequence (any pattern) Must use at least ½ ice surface Additional moves in the field, spiral and step sequences will not be counted as elements but will be counted as transitions and marked as such. Max. 1 To be chosen from: Step sequence or Spiral sequence (any pattern) Must use at least ½ ice surface Additional moves in the field, spiral and step sequences will not be counted as elements but will be counted as transitions and marked as such. Max. 1 To be chosen from: Choreographic step sequence or Choreographic sequence Must fully utilize the ice surface Additional moves in the field, spiral and step sequences will not be counted as elements but will be counted as transitions and marked as such. 12

13 Short Program s Elements Short Program events will follow the requirements, as set at the 2018 U.S. Figure Skating Governing Council 13

14 EVENT: Test Track Free Skate General event parameters: 1. Skaters may not enter both a Well-Balanced Free Skate event and a Test Track Free Skate event at the same nonqualifying competition. 2. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels. 3. Level will be determined by the highest Free Skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. 4. Minimum number of spin revolutions are in ( ) following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position. 5. The following deductions will be taken: from each mark for each technical element included that is not permitted in the event description from the technical mark for each extra element included from the technical mark for any spin that is less than the required minimum revolutions. Level Jumps Spins Step Sequences Pre-Preliminary Test Track 1:40 Max Preliminary Test Track 1:30 +/- 10 sec. Pre-Juvenile Test Track 2:00 +/- 10 sec. Maximum of 5 jump elements: Jumps with not more than one-half rotation (front to back or back to front including half-loop) Single rotation jumps: Salchow, toe loop and loop only. Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump Maximum of 5 jump elements: Jumps with not more than one rotation (no Axels). Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump Maximum of 5 jump elements: Jumps with not more than one rotation (no Axels). Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump Maximum of 2 spins: Two spins of a different nature, one position only. No change of foot, no flying entry. (Min. 3 revolutions) Maximum of 2 spins: One spin in one position; no change of foot, no flying entry. (Min. 3 revolutions) One spin consisting of a front scratch to back scratch; exit on spinning foot not mandatory. (Min. 3 revolutions per foot) Maximum of 2 spins: One spin in one position, no change of foot (Min. 3 revolutions) One combination spin: forward camel spin to forward sit spin; change of foot optional (Min. 6 revolutions). Spins may not fly. Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrat ed throughout the program Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrat ed throughout the program One step sequence fully utilizing ice surface Qualifications Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating prepreliminary free skate test Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating pre-preliminary free skate test but may not have passed tests higher than the preliminary free skate test Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating preliminary free skate test but may not have passed tests higher than prejuvenile free skate test 14

15 Juvenile Test Track 2:20 +/- 10 sec. Intermediate Test Track 2:40 +/- 10 sec. Novice Test Track Ladies: 3:00 +/- 10 sec. Men: 3:30 +/- 10 sec. Junior Test Track Ladies: 3:30 +/- 10 sec. Men: 4:00 +/- 10 sec. Maximum of 5 jump elements: Any single jumps, including Axel, are permitted. Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump Maximum of 6 jump elements: Any single jumps. Double jumps permitted: double Salchow and double toe loop. Maximum of 3 jump combinations or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump Maximum of 7 jump elements for men and 6 for ladies: Any single jumps. Double jumps permitted: double Salchow, double toe loop and double loop. Maximum of 3 jump combinations or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump Maximum of 8 jump elements for men and 7 for ladies: Any single jumps. Double jumps permitted: double Salchow, double toe loop, double loop and double flip Maximum of 3 jump combinations or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump Maximum of 2 spins: One solo spin in one position, no change of foot (Min. 4 revolutions). One combination spin with one change of foot and at least one change of position, must include two of the basic spin positions. (Min. 4 revolutions per foot) Only solo spin may fly Maximum of 2 spins: One must be a flying spin (min 5 revolutions), One must be a combination spin with at least one change of foot and at least one change of position (minimum 4 revolutions per foot). Maximum of 3 spins, of a different nature: One must be a combination spin with at least one change of foot and at least one change of position (min 5 revs per foot) The other spins are the option of the skater (min 6 revolutions per foot) All spins may fly Maximum of 3 spins of a different nature: One spin in one position (Min. 6 revolutions) One flying spin (Min. 6 revolutions) One combination spin consisting of all three basic positions and one change of foot (2 per position, min. 5 revolutions per foot) One step sequence fully utilizing ice surface One step sequence fully utilizing ice surface One step sequence or spiral sequence fully utilizing ice surface (see rule 4104 & 4105 for remarks) One step sequence fully utilizing ice surface (See rule 4105 for remarks) Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating pre-juvenile free skate test but may not have passed tests higher than juvenile free skate test Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating juvenile free skate test but may not have passed tests higher than intermediate free skate test Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating intermediate free skate test but may not have passed tests higher than novice free skate test Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating novice free skate test but may not have passed tests higher than junior free skate test 15

16 Senior Test Track Ladies: 4:00 +/- 10 sec. Men: 4:30 +/- 10 sec. Maximum of 8 jump elements for men and 7 for ladies: Any single jumps. Must include at least four different double jumps, one must be a double Lutz. Triple jumps are not permitted Maximum of 3 jump combinations or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump Maximum of 3 spins of a different nature: One spin in one position (Min. 6 revolutions) One flying spin (Min. 6 revolutions) One combination spin consisting of all three basic spin positions and one change of foot (2 per position, min. 5 revolutions per foot) Men: Two different step sequences, one being of advanced difficulty, both fully utilizing the ice surface. (See rule 4105 for remarks) Ladies: One step sequence of advanced difficulty, covering the full ice surface and one spiral sequence. (See rule 4104 & 4105 for remarks.) Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating junior free skate test 16

17 Compulsory Moves Compulsory Moves will be skated without music. Most Compulsory Moves events will be on 1/2 ice surface, however, Intermediate and up will be skated on Full Ice Combination jumps may not include any turn or change of foot between jumps. Repeated or added elements and excessive footwork will be penalized. Compulsory moves must be skated exactly as stated, but may be skated in any order. Level Time Skating rules/standards Beginner High Beginner No-Test Pre Preliminary Preliminary Pre Juvenile Juvenile & Open Juv. Intermediate Novice Junior/Senior 1:00 max. 1:00 max. 1:30 max. 1:30 max. 1:30 max. 1. Waltz jump 2. ½ jump of choice 3. Forward two-foot or one-foot spin, minimum three revolutions (free leg position optional) 4. Forward or backward spiral 1. Toe loop jump 2. Salchow jump 3. Forward scratch spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Forward or backward spiral 1. Loop jump 2. Jump combination to include a toe loop (may not use a loop or Axel) 3. Solo spin - sit or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Spiral sequence, must include a forward and backward spiral. Additional spirals and balance moves may be included. 1. Single flip 2. Jump combination: single/single (no Axel) 3. Sit spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Spiral sequence with one forward spiral and one backward spiral (any edge) 1. Single Lutz 2. Jump combination: single/single (may include Axel) 3. Back upright spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Forward inside spiral 1. Single jump (may include Axel) 2. Jump combination: single/single (may include Axel) 3. Layback spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Step sequence - circular 1. Single Axel 2. Jump combination: single/single or double/single 3. Layback spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Step sequence circular 1. Double Salchow or double toe loop 2. Jump combination: single/single or double/single 3. Flying spin, minimum five revolutions 4. Step sequence straight line 1. Double loop 2. Jump combination: double/single or double/double 3. Flying spin - minimum five revolutions 4. Step sequence straight line 1. Double flip or Double Lutz 2. Jump combination: double/double or triple/double 3. Combination spin - minimum 10 revolutions 4. Step sequence straight line 17

18 Spins s 1. Spins may be skated in any order. Connecting steps are allowed, but will not be taken into consideration in scoring. Spins may not be repeated. On required elements may be included. 2. All events are skated on ½ ice. 3. Minimum number of revolutions are noted in parentheses Level Time Skating rules / standards Beginner 1:30 max. 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) High 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) Beginner 1:30 max. 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) No-Test 1:30 max. 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) 3. Sit spin (3) Pre Preliminary 1:30 max. 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) 3. Sit spin (3) Preliminary Pre Juvenile Juvenile & Open Juv. Intermediate Novice Junior/Senior 1:30 max. 1:30 max. 1:30 max. 1:30 max. 1:30 max. 1:30 max. 1. Backward upright spin (3) 2. Combination spin with no of foot (4) 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Camel spin (3) 2. Combination spin camel to sit spin; no change of foot (6) 3. Forward to backward scratch spin (3 per foot) 1. Sit spin (4) 2. Combination spin change of foot; optional change of position (4 per foot) 3. Girls layback spin (4); Boys camel spin (4) 1. Flying camel spin (5) 2. Sit spin to backward sit spin (4 per foot) 3. Combination spin change of foot & change of position (4 per foot) 1. Choice of camel, sit or layback spin (6) 2. Camel spin to backward camel spin (4 per foot in position) 3. Combination spin change of foot & two changes of position (2 per position & 5 per foot) 1. Flying sit spin or flying reverse sit spin (6) 2. Ladies layback spin (6); men cross-foot spin (6) 3. Combination spin with change of foot & utilizing all three positions (2 per position & 5 per foot) 18

19 Jumps 1. Each jump may be attempted twice; the best attempt will be counted. 2. Pre-juvenile and lower will be skated ½ ice; Juvenile senior will be skated on full ice 3. Jumps with an * must be preceded with connecting steps (intermediate senior) Level Time Skating rules / standards Beginner 1.Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) 2.½ flip or ½ Lutz 3.Single Salchow High Beginner 1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) 2. Single Salchow 3. Jump combination waltz jump-toe loop No-Test 1. Single toe loop 2. Single loop Pre Preliminary Preliminary Pre Juvenile Juvenile & Open Juv. Intermediate Novice Junior Senior 3. Jump combination Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel) 1. Single toe loop 2. Single flip 3. Jump combination - Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel) 1. Single flip 2. Single Lutz 3. Jump combination Any single jump + single loop (may be Axel) 1. Single Axel 2. Single or double jump 3. Jump combination single/single (no Axel) 1. Single Axel 2. Double Salchow 3. Jump combination single/single or double/single (no Axel) 1. Single Axel 2. Double loop* 3. Jump combination double/single (no Axel) 1. Double loop 2. Double flip* 3. Jump combination double/double (may be double Axel) 1. Choice of double or triple jump 2. Double or triple flip* 3. Jump combination double/double (may be double Axel) 1. Choice of double or triple jump 2. Double or triple Lutz* 3. Jump combination double/double or triple/double (may be double Axel) 19

20 Showcase Music may be vocal. Skater must interpret theme and temperament. Judging will emphasize interpretation and originality. Costumes are encouraged to enhance mood of music. NO props allowed. will be divided by age where appropriate. Levels will be combined if entries warrant. Duration is shown as a range, to accommodate those skaters with music for National Showcase. Elements Duration Beginner No Axel. 1:00 to 1:30 max Pre- Preliminary/Preliminary Pre-Juvenile/Juvenile Maximum of 2 single jumps and 1 single/single jump combination are allowed. Axel is highest jump allowed and may not be repeated. Maximum of 2 single jumps and 1 single/single jump combination are allowed. Axel is highest jump allowed and may not be repeated. 1:00 to 1:40 max 1:40 (Pre-juv) to 2:10 max Intermediate/Novice Maximum three jumps. No triple jumps allowed. 2:10 to 2:30 max Junior/Senior Maximum three jumps. No triple jumps allowed. 2:30 to 2:40 max Adult (all levels) Maximum of 2 single jumps and 1 single/single jump combination are allowed. Axel is highest jump allowed and may not be repeated. 1:30 to 2:00 max REFEREE Barry Doren COACHES: Be prepared to show your United States Figure Skating Coaches Registration Card IPhoto ID PSA Card IJS skaters register your Planned Program Content online at the US Figure Skating Members Only site 20

21 Be sure to fill out ALL information below and sign the waiver on the next page. Skater Name USFS# Home Club Address City St Zip Phone Birthdate Gender Parent Address Skaters may enter 1 level higher than test passed Highest Test(s) Passed: Primary Coach s Name FS Date Address COMPULSORIES (418501) SHORT PROGRAM (418507) WELL BALANCED FS (418506) Beginner (A) Intermediate (A) Beginner (A) High Beginner (B) Novice (B) High Beginner (B) No Test (C) Junior (C) No Test (C) Pre-Preliminary (D) Senior (D) Pre-Preliminary (D) Preliminary (E) JUMPS (418502) ENTRY FEES: Individual Entry, 1 st : $100 Additional s x $35 $ IJS Levels, 1 st : $135 Additional s x $35 $ Preliminary (E) Pre-Juvenile (F) SPINS (418503) Pre-Juvenile (F) Pre-Juv (M) IJS Juvenile (G) Beginner (A) Juvenile (G) IJS Open Juvenile (H) Pre-Preliminary (B) Open Juvenile (H) Intermediate (I) Preliminary (C) Intermediate (I) IJS Novice (J) Pre-Juvenile (D) Novice (J) IJS Junior/Senior (K) Juvenile (E) Junior (K) IJS Open Juvenile (F) Intermediate (G) Senior (L) IJS Beginner (A) Novice (H) SHOWCASE (418509) High Beginner (B) Junior/Senior (I) Beginner (A) No Test (C) Pre-Preliminary/Preliminary (B) Pre-Preliminary (D) TEST TRACK FS (418504) _ Pre-Juvenile/Juvenile (C) Preliminary (E) Pre-Preliminary (A) Intermediate/Novice (D) Pre Juvenile (F) Preliminary (B) Junior/Senior (E) Juvenile (G) Pre Juvenile (C) Adults (all levels) (F) Open Juvenile (H) Juvenile (D) Intermediate (I) Intermediate (E) ADULT FS (418508) Novice (J) Novice (F) Pre-Bronze (A) Junior (K) Junior (G) Bronze (B) Senior (L) Senior (H) Silver (C) Gold (D) Circle One: Visa Mastercard Discover Cash Check # Money Order Total Fees: $ CC# Exp Date Name on CC Signature Entries must be postmarked no later than June 8, 2018, no metered mail. No refunds will be issued after June 8 (unless due to event cancelation) $25 service fee for returned checks after June 8

22 The following Certifications and Waiver must be completed before the competitor may enter this competition. CONTESTANT CERTIFCATION I am an amateur, eligible under the rules of United States Figure Skating to enter the event(s) checked. CONTESTANT SIGNATURE_ CERTIFCIATION OF CLUB OFFICER OR TEST CHAIRMAN To the best of my knowledge, the information above is true and correct. The competitor is a member in good standing of our club. CLUB OFFICER SIGNATURE TITLE COACH CERTIFCATION I have reviewed this entry form and certify that the above skater is entering a division/level appropriate for his/her skating ability and is qualified. COACHES SIGNATURE Waiver and Release of All Claims and Assumption of Risk - Please read this form carefully and be aware that in signing up and participating, in this program/activity, you will be expressly assuming the risk and legal liability and waiving and releasing all claims for injuries, damages or loss which you or your minor child/ward might sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities connected with and associated with this program/activity (including transportation services/vehicle operation, when provided). I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury to participants in this program/activity, and I voluntarily agree to assume the full risk of any and all injuries, damages or loss, regardless of severity, that my minor child/ward or I may sustain as a result of said participation. I further agree to waive and relinquish all claims I or my minor child/ward may have (or accrue to me or my child/ward) as a result of participating in this program/activity against the Glenview Park District, including its officials, agents, volunteers and employees (hereinafter collectively referred as "Glenview Park District"). I do hereby fully release and forever discharge the Glenview Park District from any and all claims for injuries, damages, or loss that my minor child/ward or I may have or which may accrue to me or my minor child/ward and arising out of, connected with, or in any way associated with this program/activity. I understand that photos and videos are periodically taken of people participating in Glenview Park District programs and activities and I agree that any photograph or videotape taken by the park district of me or my minor child/ward while participating in a park district program or activity may be used by the park district for promotional purposes including its electronic media, videotapes, brochures, flyers and other publications without additional prior notice, permission or compensation to the participant. I have read and fully understand the above important information, warning of risk, assumption of risk and waiver and release of all claims. If registering via fax, your facsimile signature shall substitute for and have the same legal effect as an original form signature. ( Signature of Participant or Parent (if participant is under 18 years) Date PARTICIPATION WILL BE DENIED if signature of adult participant or parent/guardian and date are not on this waiver