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1 2014 Moran Memorial Championships August 22-24, 2014 REGISTER ONLINE FOR THIS COMPETITION AT ICEHOUSENJFSC.ORG Sanctioned by U.S. Figure Skating U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills Approval Sanction #12551 ******This is a USFS Sanctioned Trial Judge Competition****** Hosted by Ice House of New Jersey Figure Skating Club at ICE HOUSE 111 Midtown Bridge Approach Hackensack, NJ ext.232

2 DATES: August 22-24, 2013 LOCATION: ICE HOUSE 111 Midtown Bridge Approach Hackensack, NJ Moran Memorial Championships COMMUNICATION: Telephone: ext. 232 Fax: Website: or COMPETITION CHAIRS: Maria Morin Edward Van Campen ext. 232 REFEREE: Ilana Prusock GENERAL: You may enter the events for which you have passed the required test, or one level higher (i.e., skaters may skate up one level) based on tests passed as of July 21, Short and long programs are separate events. You may skate at only one level per event category (e.g., Juvenile Free Skate and Intermediate Short Program, but not Juvenile Free Skate and Intermediate Free Skate). The 6.0 system will be used for all events except Intermediate, Novice, Junior, and Senior Short Programs, and Juvenile, Intermediate, Novice, Junior, and Senior Free Skate events. IJS will be used for these events. U.S. Figure Skating program content rules in effect for the 2015 regional qualifying competitions shall apply ELIGIBILITY: All entrants must be members in good standing of U.S. Figure Skating, U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills, or a foreign federation. Test requirements for event categories are as of the closing date of July 21, RULES: The competition will be conducted according to the rules of U.S. Figure Skating as set forth in the Rulebook. FACILITY: The rinks measure 200 x 85 with rounded corners and a hockey barrier. ENTRY INFORMATION: The Competition is open to all amateur skaters who are members in good standing with U.S. Figure Skating, USFS Basic Skills or a foreign federation. The competition will be governed by the rules specified in the 2014 U.S. Figure Skating rule book including new amended provisions passed at the 2014 Governing Council. The local organizing committee reserves the right to limit the number of competitors in each flight and in event and to combine or divide groups. As soon as the schedule is available, it will be posted on our website, and Skaters are responsible for being present at their own events, and it is suggested that they be ready to skate at least one hour before the scheduled time. Skaters must register AT LEAST ONE HOUR BEFORE THE SCHEDULED TIME OF THE COMPETITION EVENT.

3 IJS EVENTS: Singles and Pairs: Juvenile through Senior. Short and Long Programs are considered separate events. 1 st Event: $ nd Event and all additional events: $50.00 Pairs should split the event entry fees. If doing both Singles and Pairs events, Singles event will be your first event. 6.0 EVENTS: Singles and Pairs: Beginner through No Test FS, Pre Preliminary through Senior Test Track, Pre Preliminary through Open Juvenile Well Balanced, Beginner through Preliminary Compulsory Moves, Adults and Showcase Events. 1 st Event: $ nd Event: $ nd Event: $20.00 BASIC SKILLS: Program and Elements for Snow Plow, Basic 1-8, FS 1-6, and Showcase Events 1 st Event: $ nd Event: $ nd Event: $20.00 SOLO DANCE PATTERN EVENTS: Preliminary through Bronze Dances Canasta Tango, Rhythm Blues, Cha- Cha, Fiesta Tango, Willow Waltz and Ten Fox 1 st Event: $95.00 (FOR 2 DANCES) ***NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN FOR ANY REASON EXCEPT IN CASE OF CANCELLATION OF AN EVENT*** FINAL ROUNDS: There will be final rounds for JUVENILE GIRLS and INTERMEDIATE LADIES events. The number of skaters advancing to the FINAL ROUND will be determined by the number of entries received and will be posted at the rink. The HELEN OAK TROPHY will be presented to the first place finisher of the Juvenile Girls Final Round event. The FRANK E. HEANEY TROPHY will be presented to the first place finisher of the Intermediate Ladies Final Round Event.

4 PLANNED PROGRAM CONTENT INFORMATION: Please enter Planned Program Content online by August 10, U.S. Figure Skating members, please use the USFS website to enter your PPE. CRITIQUES: There will be critiques for all FREE SKATE for Juvenile, Intermediate, Novice, Junior and Senior events. These critiques will be conducted by national, international and world judges as well as a Technical Panel member. Coaches and competitors are invited to attend. Critiques will begin approximately 15 minutes after the posting of the results for the event. Critiques will be held upstairs above Rink 2. MUSIC: CDs are the only acceptable forms of media. There should be a separate media source for each competitive program. Each CD must have only ONE (1) track on it. In the case of a skater entering multiple events, separate discs must be used for each event. CDs must be clearly marked with the competitor s name, event entered and the music length. Any disc with more than ONE (1) track will NOT be accepted. Lead- in time (time before the music begins) on CDs may not exceed TWO (2) seconds. DUE TO COMPATIBILITY AND RELIABILITY REASONS, MUSIC MAY NOT BE SUBMITTED ON RE- RECORDABLE CD- RW DISCS. AWARDS: Medals will be awarded for the first, second, third and fourth place winners in each group. Award presentations will be made based on the schedule, which will be posted at the rink. PRACTICE ICE: Practice ice sessions will be available approximately 1 week prior to the competition by calling the ICE HOUSE at ext. 232 VIDEO and PHOTOGRAPHY: A professional video service will be available throughout the competition. They will have a designated area in the lobby area. THERE WILL BE NO FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY PERMITTED IN THE RINK.

5 IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR ALL COACHES: All coaches must check in at the registration desk and show a government issued photo ID to receive credentials. The LOC will have a list of coaches who are cleared to receive coaching credentials. For coaches who are NOT on the list, the LOC will ask to see proof of membership in both U.S. Figure Skating and the PSA, a Coaches Registration card, proof of at least Category B compliance in CER, and a photo ID at check in. Coaches who only have competitors in Basic Skills events and are not listed on the Basic Skills Coaches list need to provide proof of membership in USFS, Coaches and Basic Skills Registrations along with a photo ID. IF A COACH CANNOT PROVIDE A PHOTO ID AND IS NOT ON THE LIST OR CANNOT PRODUCE THE NECESSARY DOCUMENTS HE OR SHE WILL NOT BE ALLOWED A CREDENTIAL- NO EXCEPTIONS!! Any NON CREDENTAILED coach will NOT be permitted to be at the boards. VENDORS: A variety of vendors will be onsite during the competition within the lobby area of the rink. ACCOMMODATIONS: Please check our website, for a list of hotels located in the area where room blocks and special rates have been set up. Please be sure to mention that you are attending the Moran Memorial Championships at the ICE HOUSE for these special rates.

6 U.S. Figure Skating Non qualifying Competitions EVENT: BASIC PROGRAM EVENT: SNOWPLOW SAM BASIC 8 Format: The skating order of the required elements is optional. The elements are not restricted as to the number of times the element is executed or length of glides, number of revolutions, etc., unless otherwise specified. Vocal music is allowed. To be skated on full ice The skater may use elements from a previous level A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level Level Time Skating rules/standards Snowplow Sam 1-3 1:00 +/ March followed by a two-foot glide and dip 2. Forward two-foot swizzles, 2-3 in a row 3. Forward snowplow stop 4. Backward wiggles, 2-6 in a row Basic 1 1:00 +/-10 Basic 2 1:00 +/-10 Basic 3 1:00 +/-10 Basic 4 1:00 +/ Forward two-foot glide and dip 2. Forward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row 3. Forward snowplow stop 4. Backward wiggles, 6-8 in a row 1. Forward one-foot glide, either foot 2. Forward alternating ½ swizzle pumps in a straight line, 2-3 each foot 3. Moving snowplow stop 4. Two-foot turn in place, forward to backward 5. Backward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row 1. Forward stroking 2. Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counter clockwise, 4-6 consecutive 3. Forward slalom 4. Backward one-foot glide, either foot 5. Two-foot spin, minimum three revolutions 1. Standstill forward outside three-turn, right and left 2. Forward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive both directions 3. Backward stroking, 4-6 strokes 4. Backward snowplow stop, right or left Basic 5 1:00 +/ Backward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directions 2. Basic one-foot spin, free leg held to side of spinning leg, minimum three revolutions 3. Side toe hop, either direction 4. Hockey stop Basic 6 1:00 +/-10 Basic 7 1:00 +/-10 Basic 8 1:00 +/ Standstill forward inside three-turn, right and left 2. Bunny Hop 3. Forward spiral on a straight line, right or left 4. Lunge, right or left 5. T-stop, right or left 1. Standstill forward inside open Mohawk, right to left and left to right 2. Ballet Jump, either direction 3. Back crossovers to a back outside edge landing position, clockwise and counter clockwise 4. Forward inside pivot 1. Moving forward outside or forward inside three-turns, right and left 2. Waltz jump 3. Mazurka, either direction 4. 1 Combination move, clockwise or counter clockwise two forward crossovers into a forward inside Mohawk, step down, cross behind, step into one back crossover and step to a forward inside edge 5. Beginning one-foot upright spin, free foot held to side of spinning leg or crossed position -minimum three revolutions

7 U.S. Figure Skating Non qualifying Competitions EVENT: Basic Elements Event: SNOWPLOW SAM BASIC 8 Format choice of the host: Each skater will perform each element when directed by a judge or referee OR have the option to perform one element at a time in the order listed below (no excessive connecting steps). Referee driven format examples: all skaters perform first element before moving on to the next and so on OR each skater performs all of the required elements before moving on to the next skater. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. To be skated on 1/3 to 1/2 ice No music Elements must be skated in the order listed Level Time Skating rules / standards Snowplow Sam 1-3 1:00 March followed by a two foot glide and dip Forward two foot swizzles 2-3 in a row Forward snowplow stop Backward wiggles 2-6 in a row Basic 1 1:00 Basic 2 1:00 Basic 3 1:00 Basic 4 1:00 Basic 5 1:00 Basic 6 1:00 Basic 7 1:00 Basic 8 1:00 Forward two foot glide and dip Forward two foot swizzles 6-8 in a row Forward snowplow stop Backward wiggles 6-8 in a row Forward one foot glide - either foot Forward alternating ½ swizzle pumps, in a straight line 2-3 each foot Moving snowplow stop Two foot turn in place- forward to backward Backward two foot swizzles 6-8 in a row Forward stroking Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counter clockwise 4-6 consecutive Forward slalom Backward one foot glide - either foot Two foot spin minimum three revolutions Standstill forward outside three- turn - R & L Forward outside edge on a circle clockwise or counter clockwise Forward crossovers 4-6 consecutive both directions Backward stroking strokes Backward snowplow stop - R or L Backward outside edge on a circle clockwise or counterclockwise Backward crossovers 4-6 consecutive - both directions Basic one foot spin free leg held to side of spinning leg - minimum three revolutions Side toe hop - either direction Hockey stop Standstill forward inside three- turn - R & L Bunny Hop Forward spiral on a straight line - R or L Lunge - R or L T- stop - R or L Standstill forward inside open Mohawk - R to L and L to R Ballet Jump - either direction Back crossovers to a back outside edge landing position clockwise and counter clockwise Forward inside pivot Moving forward outside or forward inside three- turns R & L Waltz jump Mazurka - either direction Combination move - clockwise or counter clockwise two forward crossovers into FI Mohawk, step down, cross behind, step into one back crossover and step to a forward inside edge Beginning one- foot upright spin free foot held to side of spinning leg or crossed position - minimum three revolutions

8 U.S. Figure Skating Non qualifying Competitions EVENT: Free Skate 1-6 Program Event Format: The skating order of the required elements is optional. The elements are not restricted as to the number of times an element is executed, length of glides, number of revolutions, etc., unless otherwise stated. Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program. Vocal music is allowed. To be skated on full ice The skater must demonstrate the required elements and may use but is not required to use any additional elements from previous levels A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level Time 1:30+/-10sec Level Time Skating rules / standards Free Skate 1 1:30+/- 10sec 1. Advanced forward stroking, 4-6 consecutive 2. One-foot upright scratch spin from backward crossovers, minimum three revolutions 3. Waltz jump from backward crossovers 4.Half flip jump Free Skate 2 1:30+/-10 sec 5. Forward outside spiral, right or left 6. Beginning back spin entry optional, minimum two revolutions 7. Waltz jump, side toe hop, waltz jump sequence 8. Toe loop jump Free Skate 3 1:30+/-10 sec Free Skate 4 1:30+/-10 sec Free Skate 5 1:30+/-10 sec Free Skate 6 1:30+/-10 sec 1. Forward crossovers in a figure 8 2. Back spin, minimum three revolutions 3. Salchow jump 4. Waltz jump-toe loop or Salchow-toe loop jump combination 6. Forward power 3's, 2-3 consecutive sets, right or left 7. Sit spin, minimum three revolutions 8. Loop jump 9. Waltz jump-loop jump combination 5. Camel spin, minimum three revolutions 6. Forward upright spin to back upright spin, minimum three revolutions each foot 7. Loop-loop jump combination 8. Flip jump 5. Camel, sit spin combination, minimum of four revolutions total 6. Split jump or stag jump 7. Waltz jump, ½ loop, Salchow jump sequence 8. Lutz jump

9 U.S. Figure Skating Non qualifying Competitions EVENT: Free Skate 1-6 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.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level Time: 1:15 or less Level Time Skating rules / standards Free Skate 1 1:15 Advanced forward stroking consecutive Backward outside three- turns R & L One- foot upright scratch spin from backward crossovers- minimum three revolutions Waltz jump from backward crossovers Half flip jump Free Skate 2 1:15 Forward outside or inside spiral - R or L Waltz Three's - R or L, 2-3 sets Beginning back spin - entry optional minimum two revolutions Waltz jump, side toe hop, waltz jump sequence Toe loop jump Free Skate 3 Free Skate 4 Free Skate 5 Free Skate 6 1:15 1:15 1:15 1:15 Forward crossovers in a figure 8 Backward inside three- turns, R & L Back spin- minimum three revolutions Salchow jump Waltz jump/toe loop or Salchow/toe loop jump combination Forward power 3's, 2-3 consecutive sets- R or L Sit spin- minimum three revolutions Loop jump Waltz jump/loop jump combination Camel spin- minimum three revolutions Forward upright spin to back upright spin- minimum three revolutions, each foot Loop/loop jump combination Flip jump Five step Mohawk sequence - 1 set alternating pattern (refer to Basic Skills Curriculum Free skate 6) Camel, sit spin combination - minimum of four revolutions total Split jump or stag jump Waltz jump, ½ loop, Salchow jump sequence Lutz jump

10 U.S. Figure Skating Non qualifying Competitions EVENT: Test Track and Well Balanced Compulsory Moves 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.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 (formally Limited Beginner) 1:15 Waltz jump ½ jump of choice Forward two foot or one foot spin, minimum three revolutions (free leg position optional) Forward or backward spiral High Beginner (formally Beginner) 1:15 Toe loop jump Salchow jump Forward scratch spin- minimum three revolutions Forward or backward spiral No Test Pre Preliminary Preliminary 1:15 1:15 1:15 Loop jump Jump combination to include a toe loop (may not use a loop or Axel) Solo spin- sit or camel spin - minimum three revolutions Spiral sequence- must include a forward and backward spiral. Additional spirals and balance moves may be included. Single flip Jump combination: single / single (no Axel) Sit spin or camel spin; min. 3 revolutions Spiral sequence with 1 forward spiral and 1 backward spiral (any edge) Single Lutz Jump combination: single / single (may include Axel) Back upright spin; min., 3 revolutions Forward inside spiral

11 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 Max. 5 jump elements: Max. 2 spins: 1:30 +/- 10 sec. 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 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 Max. 5 jump elements: Max. 2 spins: 1:30 +/- 10 sec. 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 sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump. 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 Max. 5 jump elements: Max. 2 spins: 1:30 +/- 10 sec. Up to 2 may be jump combos or sequences Jump combos are limited to 2 jumps Jump sequences are limited to 3 single jumps (half-loop is not considered a single jump at this level) No Axels or double jumps are permitted 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

12 U.S. Figure Skating Non qualifying Competitions 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: 0.1 from each mark for each technical element included that is not permitted in the event description. 0.2 from the technical mark for each extra element included. 0.1 from the technical mark for any spin that is less than the required minimum revolutions. Level Jumps Spins Step Sequences Qualifications Pre-Preliminary Maximum of 5 jump elements: Maximum of 2 spins: 1:30 +/- 10 sec. Preliminary 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: Two spins of a different nature, one position only. No change of foot, no flying entry. (Min. 3 revolutions) Maximum of 2 spins: 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 +/- 10 sec. Jumps with not more than one rotation (no Axels). Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump 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 Maximum of 5 jump elements: Maximum of 2 spins: 2:00 +/- 10 sec. Jumps with not more than one rotation (no Axels). Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump 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

13 Juvenile Maximum of 5 jump elements: Maximum of 2 spins: 2:15 +/- 10 sec. Any single jumps, including Axel, are permitted. Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump 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 Maximum of 6 jump elements: Maximum of 2 spins: 2:30 +/- 10 sec. 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 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 +/- 10 sec. Men: 3:30 +/- 10 sec. 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 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 Maximum of 8 jump elements for men and 7 for ladies: Maximum of 3 spins of a different nature: Ladies: 3:30 +/- 10 sec. Men: 4:00 +/- 10 sec. 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 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 (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 higher than junior free skate test

14 Senior 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) Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating junior free skate test Ladies: One step sequence of advanced difficulty, covering the full ice surface and one spiral sequence. (See rule 4104 & 4105 for remarks.)

15 U.S. Figure Skating Non qualifying Competitions EVENT: Well Balanced Program 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 nonqualifying competition. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted for 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. Either IJS or the 6.0 judging system may be used for this event. 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

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19 U.S. Figure Skating Non qualifying Competitions ADULT EVENTS: Compulsories, Adult 1-6 Free Skate, Pre- Bronze and Bronze: The skating order of the required elements is optional. The elements are not restricted as to the number of times element is executed, or length of glides, number of revolutions, etc. unless otherwise stated. Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program. Vocal music is allowed. The skater must demonstrate the required elements and may use but is not required to use any additional elements from previous levels A.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level Time 1:30+/- 10sec unless otherwise noted Adult 1 Adult 2 Adult 3 Falling and Recovery Forward Marching Forward two- foot glide Forward swizzle Moving Snowplow Stops Forward stroking showing correct use of the blade Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, (clockwise and counterclockwise) 4-6 in a row Forward one- foot glides Slalom Backward swizzles, (4 to 6 in a row, clockwise and counterclockwise) Adult 4 Basic forward outside and forward inside consecutive edges Backward edges on a circle, (outside and inside, clockwise and counterclockwise) Backward crossovers, (clockwise and counterclockwise, 5 consecutive) Forward outside 3- turns, right and left Forward outside swing rolls to a count of 6 Adult 5 Forward and Backward Crossovers in a Figure 8 pattern Forward outside to inside change of edge on a line T- stop, right or left Forward inside 3- turns, R & L Beginning one foot spin Adult 6 Forward outside and inside edges on a circle, (clockwise and counterclockwise) Forward crossovers, (clockwise and counterclockwise) Backward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle (4 to 6 in a row consecutive, clockwise and counterclockwise) Moving forward to backward and backward to forward two- foot turn Beginning 2- foot spin Forward Perimeter Stroking with crossover end patterns Backward crossovers to a backward outside edge glide (landing position) Lunge Spiral Footwork sequence: (3-5 forward crossovers to an inside Mohawk, 3-5 backward crossovers, step forward inside the circle and repeat) Adult Pre- Bronze: Must have passed no higher than adult pre- bronze free skate test or pre- pre free skate test. Time: 1:40 max Refer to the current U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook #4600 for specific requirements Adult Bronze: Must have passed no higher than adult bronze free skate test or the preliminary free skate test. Time: 1:50 max Refer to the current U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook #4590 for specific requirements

20 U.S. Figure Skating Non qualifying Competitions SHOWCASEEVENTS: (Each skater entered in Duet or Ensemble must pay entry fee) Showcase events are open to skaters in Basic, Free Skate, Limited Beginner through Preliminary and Adult Bronze. Groups will be divided by number of entries and ages if possible. Skaters must enter at the same level as their free skate event or highest test level of skater s in the group ensemble or production number. If a free skate event is not being entered, skaters must enter at their current test level or one level higher. Vocal music is permitted. Show costumes are permitted, as long as they do not touch or drag on the ice. Props and scenery must be placed and removed by unaided singles and duet competitors within one minute and by unaided ensemble contestants within two minutes for setup and two minutes for removal. A.2 deduction will be assessed by the referee against each judges mark for each five seconds in excess of the time allowed for the performance, for handling props and scenery and for scenery assistance. Performances will be judged from an entertainment standpoint, for theatrical qualities. Technical skating skills and difficulty will not be rewarded as such; however, skating must be the major element of the performance and be of sufficient quality to support the selected theatrical elements. Unintended falls, poorly executed skating elements and obvious losses of control will reduce contestant s marks. Jump difficulty is not rewarded in showcase; therefore jumps, if choreographed, should be performed with style, flow and confidence. Theatrical elements evaluated will include energy, poise, acting, pantomime, eye contact, choreography, form/extension and the use of props and ice.6.0 Judging will be used. Deductions will be made for skaters including technical elements not permitted in the event description. For specific guidelines regarding the conduct of Showcase or Artistic competitions, refer to the Nonqualifying Showcase Guidelines posted on Showcase categories may include: Dramatic entertainment: Showcase program utilizing intense emotional skating quality to depict choreographic theme. Light entertainment: Showcase program emphasizing such choreographic expressive qualities such as comedy, love and mime while incorporating skating skills. Duets: Theatrical/artistic performances by any competitors. Mini production ensembles: Theatrical performances by three to seven competitors. (Each skater entered in Duet or Ensemble must pay entry fee) LEVEL ELEMENTS QUALIFICATIONS PROGRAM LENGTH Basic 1-8 Elements only from Basic 1-8 curriculum May not have passed any higher than Basic 8 level. Time 1:00 Max Free skate 1-6/ Beginner/High Beginner/ Adult jump maximum. ½ rotation jumps only, plus the following full rotation jumps: Salchow and toe loop. May not have passed any official U.S. Figure Skating free skate tests. Time: 1:30 Max No Test/ Pre- preliminary/ Adult Pre- Bronze 3 jump maximum. No axels or double jumps permitted. Must have passed no higher than U.S. Figure Skating Pre- Preliminary or Adult pre- Bronze free skate test. Time: 1:30 Max Preliminary/ Adult Bronze 3 jump maximum. Axels are permitted, but no double jumps allowed. Must have passed no higher than U.S. Figure Skating Preliminary free skate or Adult Bronze test. Time: 1:40 Max