2014 Skate Cleveland Competition Hosted by: The Winterhurst Figure Skating Club September 5 and 6, 2014

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1 2014 Skate Cleveland Competition Hosted by: The Winterhurst Figure Skating Club September 5 and 6, 2014 Skate Cleveland will be conducted in accordance with the rules and regulations of U.S. Figure Skating, as set forth in the current rulebook, as well as any pertinent updates which have been posted on the U.S. Figure Skating website. This competition is open to all eligible, restricted, reinstated or readmitted persons as defined by the Eligibility Rules, and is a currently registered member of a U.S. Figure Skating member club, a collegiate club or an individual member in accordance with the current rulebook. Please refer to the current rulebook for non-u.s. Citizens. SERIES INFORMATION: Skate Cleveland is a member of the Tri-State Championship Series. ELIGIBILITY/TEST LEVEL: Test level: Competition level is the highest test passed as of the deadline, August 1 st, in the discipline the skater is entering. Entrants may skate one level above that for which they qualify, but they may not skate down in any event. Age restrictions/requirements: Skaters entering juvenile free skate events (Well Balanced Program) must be under 14 years of age at the close of entries. Skaters entering open juvenile free skate events (Well Balanced Program), must be at least 14 years of age at the close of entries. Skaters entering beginner pre-juvenile events will be divided as closely as possible by age should the number of entries warrant more than one group. ENTRIES: Preferred, secure online registration is available through Entryeeze ( All entries must be postmarked by MIDNIGHT August 1, All mail in entries must be completely filled out and accompanied with a check or money order made payable to the Winterhust FSC and mailed to 7196 Dillman Dr. Hudson, OH There will be a $15 processing charge for paper entries. Late entries will incur a $25 late fee. REFUND POLICY: Entry fees will not be refunded after August 1, 2014 unless no competition exists or the event is canceled. There will be no refunds for medical withdrawals. The online processing fees are not refundable. Checks returned for non-sufficient funds and contested credit card charges will be issued a $25 fee. Payment of the fee will be required before the skater is allowed to participate in practice ice or events. Notification of competition and practice ice times will be available at Please visit or for similar details.

2 FACILITIES: The competition will be held at The Serpentini Arena at Winterhurst, Lakewood Hts. Blvd, Lakewood, OH 44107, There are two ice surface measuring 85 x 200. Both rinks will be in use for the Skate Cleveland Competition. All events will be at Winterhurst Ice Rink, which has dressing rooms, concession and parking. MUSIC: Music will be reproduced through the arena sound system from CDs furnished by each competitor at registration. Music will be provided for compulsory dance and interpretive events. All music must be turned in properly labeled to registration. Please note only CDs will be accepted. A duplicate CD should be readily available. Music may be picked up at the registration table following each event. Every reasonable care will be taken, but the Winterhurst FSC cannot be responsible for CD s left at the end of the competition. LIABILITY: U.S. Figure Skating, Winterhurst FSC, and Serpintini Arena accept no responsibility for injury or damage sustained by any participant in this competition. This is in accordance with Rule 1600 of the official U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook. JUDGING SYSTEM: The International Judging System (IJS) will be used for the following events: - Well Balanced Program free skate events, juvenile/open juvenile senior - Short program events, juvenile senior -Specialty singles events juvenile/open juvenile senior spins and jumps -Adult Gold All competitors skating in well balanced and short program events need to submit the planned program content form online. This form is found in the Member s Only section at The deadline to submit the form is August 29, The 6.0 Majority Judging System will be used for: - Well Balanced Program free skate events pre-preliminary pre-juvenile - Introductory free skate events beginner, high-beginner, no-test - All Test Track events - All specialty singles events (showcase, interpretative and low test spins/jumps) no-test prejuvenile compulsory moves - All solo dance events -Adult Compulsory Moves and Free Skate Events (beginner-silver) REGISTRATION: Registration for the event will begin online on June 1, 2014 and end at Midnight August 1, A Registration table will be open one to two hours before the first event and run through the last event of the day. The registration table will be located in the main lobby of the ink. Please check in promptly upon arrival. PRACTICE ICE: Practice ice will be available throughout the event at $12.00/session. Sign-ups will be available after the competition deadline through PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEOGRAPHY: Action photos will be available for purchase by Moto Photo. AWARDS: Medals will be given to first, second, and third place finishers.

3 OFFICIAL NOTICES: An official bulletin board will be maintained at Winterhurst. It is the responsibility of each competitor, parent and coach to check the bulletin board frequently for any schedule changes and/or additional information. Skaters are requested to arrive 45 minutes prior to the scheduled time of their event. A tentative schedule of events will be posted prior to the competition. INFORMATION REGARDING COACHES: U.S. Figure Skating Rule MR 5.11 Coach Compliance In order to be granted access to work within U.S. Figure Skating sanctioned activities, each coach must complete the following requirements on an annual basis by July 1: A. Must be a current full member of U.S. Figure Skating - either through a member club or as an individual member; B. Must complete the coach registration process through the U.S. Figure Skating Members Only site, submit proper payment for the annual registration fee of $30 and, if 18 years of age or older, successfully pass the background screen. C. Must complete the appropriate CER courses (A,B, C or D) depending on the highest level of students being coached as of July 1. See rule MR D. Must submit proof of current general liability insurance with limits of $1 million per occurrence/$5 million aggregate. The local organizing committee/club will have a list of compliant coaches who are cleared for a credential at the competition. Coaches will need to check in at the event registration desk and show a government issued photo I.D. to receive a credential. If a coach cannot provide a photo I.D. and is not on the list or cannot produce the necessary documents, he or she will not be allowed a credential no exceptions. We strongly urge all coaches to have their cards with them. Non-credentialed coaches will not be permitted in the designated coaching area at rink side during events including practice sessions. Coaching at U.S. Figure Skating events without compliance is an ethics violation which is reported to U.S. Figure Skating and PSA. For more information regarding Coach Compliance, please refer to: CONTACT INFO: Kristy Brickel kristinebrickel@yahoo.com,deneene Lance deneelan@aol.com ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The Host hotel is the Sheraton Inn Cleveland Airport ( (216) , 5300 Riverside Dr, Cleveland, OH Please tell the hotel you are with Skate Cleveland when making the reservation. Rate is $99. Parking is complimentary and breakfast is available at a reduced rate of $6.50 per person.

4 SINGLES FREE SKATING EVENTS EVENT: Introductory Levels Free Skate Program General event parameters: - Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels. -Level will be determined by the highest free skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. -Minimum number of spin revolutions are in parentheses following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position. Level Jumps Spins Step Sequences Qualifications Beginner 1:30 +/- Max. 5 jump elements: Jumps with no more than one-half rotation (front to back or back to front). Max. 2 jump Max. 2 of any same jump Max. 2 spins: Two upright spins, no change of foot, no flying entry (Min. 3 revolutions) Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills free skating badge tests High Beginner 1:30 +/- Max. 5 jump elements: Jumps with no more than one-half rotation (front to back or back to front including halfloop) Single rotation jumps: Salchow and toe loop only. Max. 2 jump combinations or Max. 2 of any same type jump. Max. 2 spins: Two upright spins, change of foot optional, no flying entry (Min. 3 revolutions) Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills free skating badge tests No-Test 1:30 +/- Max. 5 jump elements: Up to 2 may be jump combos or Jump combos are limited to 2 jumps Jump are limited to 3 single jumps (half-loop is not considered a single jump at this level) No Axels or double jumps are permitted Max. 2 spins: Spins must be of different character. Each spin much have a Minimum of 3 revolutions. Spins may change feet, position and start with a fly. One step sequence that utilizes ½ of the ice surface

5 EVENT: Test Track Free Skate General event parameters: - Skaters may not enter both a Well-Balanced Free Skate event and a Test Track Free Skate event at the same non-qualifying competition. - Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels. - Level will be determined by the highest Free Skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. -Minimum number of spin revolutions are in ( ) following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position. -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 Qualifications Pre- 1:30 +/- 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 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) Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating pre-preliminary free skate test 1:30 +/- Maximum of 5 jump elements: Jumps with not more than one rotation (no Axels). Max. 2 jump combinations or Max. 2 of any same type jump 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) Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating prepreliminary free skate test but may not have passed tests higher than the preliminary free skate test Pre-Juvenile 2:00 +/- Maximum of 5 jump elements: Jumps with not more than one rotation (no Axels). Max. 2 jump combinations or Max. 2 of any same type jump 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. One step sequence fully utilizing ice surface 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

6 Juvenile 2:15 +/- Maximum of 5 jump elements: Any single jumps, including Axel, are permitted. Max. 2 jump combinations or 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) One step sequence fully utilizing ice surface Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating prejuvenile free skate test but may not have passed tests higher than juvenile free skate test Only solo spin may fly Intermediate 2:30 +/- Maximum of 6 jump elements: Any single jumps. Double jumps permitted: double Salchow and double toe loop. Maximum of 3 jump combinations or Max. 2 of any same type jump 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). One step sequence fully utilizing ice surface 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 Novice Ladies: 3:00 +/- Men: 3:30 +/- 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 Max. 2 of any same type jump 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 One step sequence or spiral sequence fully utilizing ice surface (see rule 4104 & 4105 for remarks) 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 Junior Ladies: 3:30 +/- Men: 4:00 +/- 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 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 One step sequence fully utilizing ice surface (See rule 4105 for remarks) Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating novice free skate test but may not have passed tests

7 combinations or Max. 2 of any same type jump three basic positions and one change of foot (2 per position, min. 5) revolutions per foot) higher than junior free skate test Senior Ladies: 4:00 +/- Men: 4:30 +/- 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 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, 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

8 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 Time Jumps Spins Step Sequences Maximum of 5 jump elements: Pre- 1:30 +/- a) Any single jumps, including Axel, allowed. Maximum of 2 spins: One step b) Max. 2 jump combinations or a) Spins must be of a different sequenced c) Jump combinations are limited to 2 jumps. nature that must use ½ Vocal d) Number of jumps in a jump sequence is b) Spins may change feet of the ice music limited to a max. of 3 single jumps (½ loop is and/or position. surface. permitted not considered a single jump.) c) Spins may start with a fly. e) Axel may be repeated as an individual d) Min. of 3 revolutions jump, as part of a jump combination or jump sequence. Max of 2 Axels. f) Double or triple jumps are not allowed. 1:30 +/- Vocal music permitted Maximum of 5 jump elements: a) One must be an Axel or waltz-jump. b) Max. 2 jump combinations or c) Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps d) Number of jumps in a jump sequence is limited to a max. of 3 single jumps (½ loop is not considered a single jump.) e) Only 2 different double jumps may be attempted, selected from: double Salchow, double toe-loop, double loop) f) Axel and no more than 2 different double jumps may be repeated as individual jumps, as part of jump combinations or jump. g) Max. of 2 Axels or any double jump. h) Double flips, double Lutzes, double Axels or triple jumps are not allowed. Maximum of 2 spins: a) Spins must be of a different nature b) Spins may change feet and/or position. c) Spins may start with a fly. d) Min. of 3 revolutions One step sequenced that must use ½ of the ice surface. Pre-Juvenile 2:00 +/- Vocal music permitted Maximum of 5 jump elements: a) One must be an Axel or waltz jump. b) Max. 2 jump combinations or c) Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps d) Number of jumps in jump sequence is limited to a max. of 3 single or double jumps. ( ½ loop is not considered a single jump at this level.) e) Number of different double jumps is not limited. f) Axel and no more than 3 different double jumps may be repeated as individual jumps, as part of jump combination or jump sequence. g) Maximum of 2 Axels or any double jump h) No double Axels or triple jumps Maximum of 2 spins: a) 1 spin combination; with or without change of foot*, may fly. b) 1 spin with only 1 position*, may fly, no change of foot c) Min. 4 revolutions.; 6 revolutions for combo d) Spins must be of a different nature One step sequence fully utilizing ice surface.

9 Juvenile (under 14 years) & Open Juvenile (14 years or older) 2:15 +/- Intermediate 2:30 +/- Novice Ladies 3:00 +/- Maximum of 5 jump elements: a) One must be an Axel-type jump* b) Max. 2 jump combinations or c) Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps d) Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited e) No more than 3 double jumps may be repeated (1 each), but only as part of combination or sequence. Max 2 of same double jump. f) No triple jumps Maximum of 6 jump elements: a) 1 must be an Axel-type jump* b) Max 3 jump combinations (combos) or c) Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps, but one 3-jump combo is permitted d) Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited e) No more than 3 double/triple jumps may be repeated; only 1 repeat may be a triple. Double or triple jump repeated only in combo or sequence. Max. 2 of the same double or triple. Maximum of 6 jump elements: a) One must be an Axel-type jump* b) Max. 3 jump combinations (combos) or c) Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps, but one 3-jump combo is permitted d) Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited e) No more than 3 double/triple jumps may be repeated; only 1 repeat may be a triple. Double or triple jump repeated only in combo or seq. Max. 2 same double or triple. Maximum of 2 spins: a) 1 spin combination; with/without change of foot* b) 1 spin with only 1 position; no change of foot* c) Both spins may start with a fly d) Min. 5 revolutions; 8 revolutions. for combination e) Min. 2 revolutions in position f) Spins must be of a different nature Maximum of 2 spins: a) 1 spin combination; w/without change of foot* b) 1 spin with only 1 position; no change of foot* c) Both spins may start with a fly d) Min. 5 revolutions; 8 revolutions. for combo e) Min. 2 revolutions. in position f) Spins must be of a different nature Maximum of 3 spins: a) Spins must be of a different nature b) 1 flying entry with no change of foot or position* c) 1 spin combination; w/without change of foot* d) 3rd spin is option of skater e) Min. 6 revolutions; 10 revolutions. for combo f) Min. 2 revolutions. in position g) Spins may change feet and start with a fly, except h) For the flying spin with no change of foot or position One choreographic step sequence fully utilizing ice surface. One choreographic step sequence fully utilizing ice surface. One leveled step sequence Fully utilizing the ice surface Novice Men 3:30 +/- Maximum of 7 jump elements: a) One must be an Axel-type jump* b) Max. 3 jump combinations (combos) or c) Combos limited to 2 jumps, but one 3-jump combo is permitted d) Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited e) One double Axel and two different triple jumps may be repeated. f) If double Axel or triple jumps repeated, must be in combo or sequence. g) No more than two of the same type of double or triple may be attempted. Maximum of 3 spins: a) Spins must be of a different nature b) 1 flying entry with no change of foot or position* c) 1 spin combination; with or without change of foot* d) 3rd spin is option of skater e) Min. 6 revolutions; 10 revolutions for combo f) Min. 2 revolutions in position g) Spins may change feet and start with a fly, except for the flying spin with no change of foot or position One leveled step sequence Fully utilizing the ice surface.

10 Junior Ladies 3:30 +/- Junior Men 4:00 +/- Senior Ladies 4:00 +/- Maximum of 7 jump elements: a) One must be an Axel-type jump * b) Max. 3 jump combinations (combos) or c) Combos limited to 2 jumps, but one 3-jump combo is permitted d) Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited e) 2 triples or quads may be repeated, but must be in combo or f) sequence g) Max. 2 double Axels as solo jump or in combo/sequence Maximum of 8 jump elements: a) One must be an Axel-type jump * b) Max. 3 jump combinations (combos) or c) Combos limited to 2 jumps, but one 3-jump combo is permitted d) Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited e) 2 triples or quads may be repeated, but must be in combo or f) sequence g) Max. 2 double Axels as solo jump or in combo/sequence Maximum of 7 jump elements: a) One must be an Axel-type jump * b) Max. 3 jump combinations (combos) or c) Combos limited to 2 jumps, but one 3- jump combo is permitted d) Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited e) 2 triples or quads may be repeated, but must be in combo or f) Sequence g) Max. 2 double Axels as solo jump or in combo/sequence Maximum of 3 spins: a) 1 flying entry* b) 1 spin combination; with or without change of foot* c) 1 spin with only 1 position * d) Min. 6 revolutions; 10 revs. for combo e) Min. 2 revolutions in position f) All spins may change feet and start with a fly g) Spins must be of a different nature Maximum of 3 spins: a) 1 flying entry* b) 1 spin combination; with or without change of foot* c) 1 spin with only 1 position * d) Min. 6 revolutions; 10 revs. for combo e) Min. 2 revolutions in position f) All spins may change feet and start with a fly g) Spins must be of a different nature Maximum of 3 spins: a) 1 flying entry* b) 1 spin combination; with or without change of foot* c) 1 spin with only 1 position * d) Min. 6 revolutions; 10 revolutions for combo e) Min. 2 revolutions in position f) All spins may change feet and start with a fly g) Spins must be of a different nature One leveled step sequence Fully utilizing the ice surface. One leveled step sequence Fully utilizing the ice surface. One leveled step sequence One choreographic sequence Fully utilizing the ice surface Senior Men 4:30 +/- Maximum of 8 jump elements: a) One must be an Axel-type jump * b) Max. 3 jump combinations (combos) or c) Combos limited to 2 jumps, but one 3-jump combo is permitted d) Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited e) 2 triples or quads may be repeated, but must be in combo or f) Sequence g) Max. 2 double Axels as solo jump or in combo/sequence Maximum of 3 spins: a) 1 flying entry* b) 1 spin combination; with or without change of foot* c) 1 spin with only 1 position * d) Min. 6 revolutions; 10 revolutions for combo e) Min. 2 revolutions in position f) All spins may change feet and start with a fly g) Spins must be of a different nature One leveled step sequence One choreographic sequence Fully utilizing the ice surface

11 SINGLES SHORT PROGRAM The short program events listed below will be skated. Athletes and coaches are responsible for going to the U.S. Figure Skating rulebook for rules, program length, etc. A. Juvenile and open juvenile short program, same as intermediate, judged as IJS B. Intermediate short program Rule 4230 C. Novice short program Rule 4220 D. Junior short program Rule 4210 E. Senior short program Rule 4200 INITIAL / FINAL ROUND FOR FREE SKATE EVENTS If there are enough competitors, skaters will advance to a final round in the juvenile and intermediate IJS levels. An initial long program will be skated on Friday. The top 4 skaters will advance to a final round and 2 nd long program on Saturday. Short programs will be skated earlier in the day on Saturday but will not be factored into the final round. SINGLES COMPULSORY MOVES EVENT: Introductory Levels Compulsory Event 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 is allowed The skater must demonstrate the required elements and may use any additional elements from previous levels A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level Skaters may have the option to skate one level higher in compulsories than their free skate program Level Time Skating rules/standards Beginner 1:15 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 High Beginner 1:15 max. 1. Toe loop jump 2. Salchow jump 3. Forward scratch spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Forward or backward spiral No-Test 1:15 max. 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.

12 EVENT: COMPULSORY MOVES General event parameters: -Elements skated on ½ ice and in any order -Elements may be performed only once -Music is not allowed Level Time Skating rules/standards Pre Pre Juvenile 1:00 max. 1:00 max. 1:15 max. 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 SINGLES JUMPS CHALLENGE EVENT: Jumps Challenge General event parameters: -Each jump may be attempted twice; the best attempt will be counted - Pre-juvenile and lower will be skated ½ ice; Juvenile senior will be skated on full ice -Juvenile/open-juvenile and above will be judged IJS - Jumps with an * must be preceded with connecting steps (intermediate senior) Level Time Skating rules / standards 1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) Beginner 1:15 max. 2. ½ flip or ½ Lutz 3. Single Salchow 1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) High 1:15 max. 2. Single Salchow Beginner 3. Jump combination waltz jump-toe loop 1. Single toe loop No-Test 1:15 max. 2. Single loop 3. Jump combination Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel) Pre Pre Juvenile Juvenile & Open Juv. Intermediate 1:15 max. 1:15 max. 1:15 max. 1:15 max. 1:15 max. 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)

13 Novice 1:15 max. 1. Double loop 2. Double flip* 3. Jump combination double/double (may be double Axel) 1. Choice of double or triple jump Junior 1:15 max. 2. Double or triple flip* 3. Jump combination double/double (may be double Axel) 1. Choice of double or triple jump Senior 1:15 max. 2. Double or triple Lutz* 3. Jump combination double/double or triple/double (may be double Axel) SINGLES SPINS CHALLENGE EVENT: Spins Challenge General event parameters: -Spins may be skated in any order. Connecting steps are allowed, but will not be taken into consideration in scoring. Spins may not be repeated. On required elements may be included -All events are skated on ½ ice -Minimum number of revolutions are noted in parentheses -Juvenile/open-juvenile and above will be judged IJS Level Time Skating rules / standards 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) Beginner 1:30 max. 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) High 1:30 max. 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) Beginner 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 Pre Juvenile Juvenile & Open Juv. Intermediate Novice Junior 1:30 max. 1:30 max. 1:30 max. 1:30 max. 1:30 max. 1:30 max. 1:30 max. 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) 3. Sit spin (3) 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), see next page 3. Combination spin with change of foot & utilizing all three positions (2 per position & 5 per foot)

14 Senior 1:30 max. 1. Flying spin of choice (6) 2. Solo spin of choice (6) may not fly 3. Combination spin with change of foot & utilizing all three positions (2 per position & 5 per foot) SOLO DANCE EVENTS EVENT: Solo Pattern Dance General event parameters: - Levels are based upon the skaters highest pattern dance test passed. -A solo pattern dance competition event will consist of the skater performing two solo pattern dances. -The patterns to be skated depend upon which quarter of the year the competition is held. The skater will perform the two pattern dances listed for their level, based upon the date of the competition. If the competition falls over two quarters (for example, June 30 th July 2 nd ), the dance will be selected based on the start date of the competition listed in the announcement (in this example, the 2 nd quarter). -Skaters will complete both of the dances at each level. Dances will be scheduled at the discretion of the Chief Referee for each competition and may be competed consecutively or with a break inbetween pattern dances groupings. Level July 1 st September 30 th 1. Canasta Tango 2. Rhythm Blues Prebronze 1. Cha-Cha 2. Fiesta Tango Bronze 1. Willow Waltz 2. Ten Fox Pre-silver 1. European Waltz 2. Foxtrot Silver 1. Silver Tango 2. Rocker Foxtrot Pre-gold 1. Killian 2. Blues Gold 1. Viennese Waltz 2. Argentine Tango

15 SHOWCASE EVENTS EVENT: Showcase Format: Showcase program that should express a carefree concept or storyline designed to uplift and entertain the audience through related skating movements, gestures and physical actions. Props and Scenery are permitted General event parameters: 1. Level will be determined by the highest free skate or dance (solo or partnered) test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. 2. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline 3. Current guidelines and grocecures for nonqualifying showcase competitions can be found at under Programs on the National Showcase page. Event M u st h ave passed(dance tests refer to solo or partnered standard track) Must not have passed(dance tests refer to solo or partnered standard track) Age Time Limted Beginner, Beginner, No Test* Note: these levels do not qualify for National Showcase - Pre- Free Skate No Age restriction 1:30 max Pre-* Note: this level does not qualify for National Showcase - Free Skate Free Skate Pre-Juvenile Free Skate Pre Juvenile Juvenile Pre Juvenile Free Skate 2 Dances Juvenile Free Skate Complete Dance Juvenile Free Skate or Complete Pre-Bronze Dance Intermediate Free Skate Any Silver Dance No Age restriction No minimum age (max age 20) No minimum age (max age 20) 13 and under 1:30 max 1:40 max 1:40 max 2:10 max Singles Teen Juvenile Free Skate Complete Dance Intermediate Free Skate Any Silver Dance :10 max Intermediate Intermediate Free Skate Complete Bronze Dance Novice Free Skate Any Gold Dance 17 and under 2:10 max Young Adult Juvenile Free Skate Complete Dance Novice Free Skate Any Gold Dance :10 max Novice Novice Free Skate One Silver Dance Junior Free Skate Any Gold Dance No age restriction 2:10 max

16 Junior Junior Free Skate Two Pre-Gold Dances Senior Free Skate Completed Gold Dance 2:40 max Senior Senior Free Skate Complete Gold Dance 2:40 max Event Must meet requirements for* Must not have passed Age Time Adult Bronze Adult Silver Adult Bronze Free Skate or Pairs Events or have passed the complete Pre-Bronze Dance Test Adult Silver Free Skateor Pairs Events or have passed one Pre- Silver Dance Test Any Pre-Silver Dance Test 21 and older 1:40 max Any Pre-Gold Dance Test 21 and older 1:40 max Adult Gold Adult Gold Free Skate or any Masters Pairs event or have passed one Pre-Gold Dance Test Complete Pre- Gold Dance Test 21 and older 1:40 max Masters At least the Masters Intermediate or any Masters Pairs Event or have passed the complete Pre-Gold Dance Test 21 and older 1:40 max *The determination of level will be based upon test requirements at the entry deadline. For the U.S. Adult Championships and adult sectional championships, skaters must meet the test requirements for the level at which they want to compete, and rules apply. For all other competitions, skaters must compete at their test level or one level higher, per the above chart. EVENTS: Music Interpretation -Skaters must enter at their current Free Skate level passed or one level higher. Categories will include, Pre-Juvenile, Juvenile, Intermediate, Novice, and Junior/Senior. -Music Interpretation consists of a single program composed entirely by the skater demonstrating ability to interpret music by combining moves, turns, footwork, jumps and spins. -A Warm-up period consists of 1 minute without music followed by 4 minutes with the selected music played twice. -Skaters will then leave the ice and be taken to a locker room where there will be no communications with coaches or parents. Each skater will hear the music one more time with his/her back to the ice at rink side while the prior competitor is performing. -The judges give one mark only, and the emphasis is on interpretation of the music. This event may be judged in combination with guest judges. Levels may be combined due to lack of entries. -The duration of music will be 1:30 minutes maximum for all levels

17 ADULT EVENTS: EVENT: Adult Free Skate General event parameters: Skaters may not enter both a Well Balanced Free Skate event and a Test Track Free Skate event at the same non-qualifying competition. - Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels. -Level will be determined by the highest free skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. Adult Events are open to skaters who are 21 years or older as of 9/1/2014 and IJS WILL BE USED at the Adult Gold Level only. Pre-Bronze 1:40 Minutes Max: (4600) Must have passed the Adult Pre-Bronze or no higher than Pre- Free Skating Test. Bronze 1:50 Minutes Max: (4590) Must have passed the Adult Bronze FS or the Free Skating test Silver 2:10 Minutes Max: (4580) Must have passed the Adult Silver or no higher than Pre-Juvenile Free Skating Test (Juvenile FS if passed before Oct. 1, 1994). Gold 2:40 Minutes Max: (4570) Must have passed the Adult Gold or no higher than Juvenile Free Skating Test. EVENT: Adult Compulsory Moves General event parameters: -Elements may be skated in any order. Connecting steps are allowed, but will not be taken into consideration in scoring. Elements may not be repeated. Only required elements may be included. -All events are skated on ½ ice. -Minimum number of revolutions are noted in parentheses. Level Time Elements 1. Forward crossovers (Min. 5 consecutive) Adult Beginner 1:15 2. Waltz jump 3. Two foot upright spin 4. Forward spiral (any edge) Adult Pre-Bronze 1. Backward crossovers (Min. 5 consecutive) 1:15 2. Waltz jump 3. Forward upright spin (Min. 3 revolutions) 4. Forward outside spiral Adult Bronze 1. Single Salchow 1:15 2. Waltz jump toe loop combination jump Cont. on next page 3. Sit spin (Min. 3 revolutions) 4. Spiral sequence (Min. 2 spirals) 1. Single loop Adult Silver 1:30 2. Single/single jump combination 3. Sit spin (Min. 3 revolutions) 4. Straight line step sequence 1. Single Lutz or Axel Adult Gold 1:30 2. Single/single or single/double jump combination 3. Camel spin (Min. 4 revolutions) 4. Straight line step sequence

18 2014 Skate Cleveland Due August 1, 2014 / SECURE ONLINE REGISTRATION BY ENTRYEEZE Name: Age: Birth Date: Sex: M / F (circle one) Address: Phone Home: City, State, Zip: Work/Cell: USFSA# Home Club: Address: Partner Name: Partner USFSA# (Partner is required to submit a separate entry form) Free Skate Test Track Free Skate Please check the events you are entering: Short Program Compulsory Moves Individual Showcase Spins Individual Events Jumps Music Interpretation Solo Dances Beginner Pre- Juvenile/Open Juvenile (IJS) Beginner Ltd Beg/Beg/ No Test Beginner Pre- Canasta Tango High Beginner Intermediate (IJS) High Beginner Pre- High Beginner Rhythm Blues No-Test Pre-Juvenile Novice (IJS) No-Test No-Test Pre-Juvenile Cha-Cha Pre- Juvenile Junior (IJS) Pre- Pre-Juvenile Pre- Juvenile Fiesta Tango Intermediate Senior (IJS) Juvenile Intermediate Willow Waltz Pre-Juvenile Novice Pre-Juvenile Teen Pre-Juvenile Novice Ten Fox Juvenile/Open Juvenile (IJS) Junior Adult Beginner Intermediate Juvenile/Open Juvenile (IJS) Junior/Senior European Waltz Intermediate (IJS) Senior Adult Pre- Bronze Young Adult Intermediate (IJS) Foxtrot Novice (IJS) Adult Bronze Novice Novice (IJS) Silver Tango Junior (IJS) Adult Silver Junior Junior (IJS) Rocker Foxtrot Senior (IJS) Adult Gold Senior Senior (IJS) Killian Adult Pre-Bronze Adult Bronze Blues Adult Bronze Adult Silver Argentine Tango Adult Silver Adult Gold Viennese Waltz Adult Gold (IJS) Adult Masters

19 ENTRY FORM 2 of 3 Competitor s Name: Home Club: Coach s signature: Please Print: Coach Name: Coach phone #: ( ) Highest test Passed (as of 8/1/13) Coach address: Free Skate Dance Entry Fee: $90 for 1 st IJS event; $65.00 for 1 st 6.0 event; $45.00 for first dance: $40 for 2 nd IJS event; $35.00 for 2 nd 6.0 event : $20 Per Person each additional dance: $20.00 for each additional event: $15.00 for Paper Entry $10.00 Critique (advance purchase only) $25 Late Fee (applications sent after deadline) Total Entry Fee Enclosed: $ Make checks payable to Winterhurst Figure Skating Club Mail completed Entry Forms along with the Medical Release to: Deneene Lance 7196 Dillman Dr. Hudson, OH Certificate of Eligibility: I hereby approve this entry and certify that this skater is a member in good standing of this club, is an amateur in accordance with USFSA rules, and to the best of my knowledge is eligible to enter the specified events. Signature: Title: Executive Board Member, Test or Membership Chair Competitor certification am eligible under the rules of the USFSA to enter the events(s) checked, I have completed both sides of this form, plus the medical release form, and understand that I will be charged a change fee to modify my application after the deadline date. Signature Date: Signature: Date Competitor (If under 18 yr. parent/guardian)

20 RELEASE FORM ENTRY FORM 3 OF 3 Skater/Parent Guardian Section SKATER: I agree to conduct myself, both on and off the ice, in a manner that will reflect favorably upon the sport of figure skating, and that is consistent with the high standards of the sport. I agree to respect the person and property of others. SKATER/PARENT GUARDIAN: I understand separately and jointly that the USFS, the Winterhurst Figure Skating Club, Serpentini Arena Winterhurst, the organizers of this competition, their appointees and employees undertake no responsibility for damages or injuries suffered by the competitor. As a condition of and in consideration of acceptance of the skater s entries or participation therein, all entrants, their parents and guardians and officials shall be deemed to agree to assume all risks of injury to their person and property resulting from, caused by, or connected with, the conduct and management of the competition, and to waive and release any and all claims which they may have against any officials, the USFSA, the club holding the competition and its officers, and their entries shall be accepted only on such condition (1600). Skater s Signature Date Parent/Guardian s Signature Date (If skater is under age 18 then this must be signed) AUTHORIZATION FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT In the event I am unavailable, I hereby give permission for any emergency medical treatment for (please print full and complete legal name of skater) to the direction of the competition committee of this competition. I understand that these people have no formal medical background but will seek care and treatment as they would their own child. I, the undersigned, will assume and take sole responsibility for all financial obligations arising out of the treatment of the above named skater. I, the undersigned, will hold the USFSA, Winterhurst Figure Skating Club, the organizers, and their appointees or employees harmless from any claim rising out of any aid afforded the above named skater, be the claim of type, quality or timelessness of the aid provided. I further indemnify all aforementioned parties from any claims any other parties of standing might have with regards to aid provided to the above named skater. Skater s Signature Date Parent/Guardian s Signature Date (If skater is under age 18 then this must be signed) Skater s Physician Name Phone Number Emergency medical information (allergies, pre-existing conditions, allergic to other medicines): Name of Insurance Company Policy Number Name of Insured

21 PROGRAM ADVERTISEMENT FORM The Winterhurst Figure Skating Club invites you to submit an acknowledgement for Skate Cleveland. In order for an acknowledgement to be included in this year s program, all camera-ready art should be submitted by August 15th. If you have any questions please contact Deneene Lance deneelan@aol.com or kristinebrickel@yahoo.com Don t forget, personal acknowledgements are a great way to thank your coach and wish your favorite skater Good Luck! Organization, Business or Individual: Contact Person: Address: City: State: Zip: Daytime Telephone ( ) Evening Telephone ( ) PLEASE INDICATE DESIRED SIZE OF ADVERTISEMENT Make checks payable to: Winterhurst FSC FORMS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT PAYMENT Back Cover *... $ Inside Back Cover * $ Full Inside Page* $ Half Page * $ Quarter Page * $ Standard Business Card *...$ Deluxe Personal Gram two lines (up to 60 characters)..$ Standard Personal Gram one line (up to 30 characters) $ 5.00 * Prices quoted are for camera ready art Personal Grams are an inexpensive way for parents, grandparents and friends to wish their individual skater or skating club Good Luck! Line 1: (30 characters) Line 2: (Additional 30 characters) All forms, artwork, and checks should be mailed to the following address before August 15, 2014: Skate Cleveland 2014 Program Advertisement c/o Deneen Lance 7196 Dillman Dr. Hudson, OH 44236