KNOXVILLE INVITATIONAL May 16 & 17, 2015 Knoxville, TN **COMPETITION DEADLINE APRIL 6, 2015**

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1 KNOXVILLE INVITATIONAL May 16 & 17, 2015 Knoxville, TN **COMPETITION DEADLINE APRIL 6, 2015** Hosted By: The Knoxville Figure Skating Club Sanctioned By: US Figure Skating # Event Location: Cool Sports, home of the ICEARIUM 110 South Watt Rd, Knoxville, TN (865) Competition Chairs: Nikki Copeland-Ronayne, nikkic@coolsportstn.com; Denise Christensen denise.christensen@charter.net The Knoxville Invitational will be conducted in accordance with the rules and regulations of U.S. Figure Skating, 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. The Knoxville Figure Skating Club will be hosting a test session in conjunction with the Knoxville Invitational to take place on Sunday May 17, Test forms can be located at & inquiries should be sent to Kim Patterson, Test Chair, at kimpatterson44@yahoo.com. ELIGIBILITY/TEST LEVEL: TEST LEVEL: Competition level is the highest test passed as of the entry deadline 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. EVENTS / LEVELS OFFERED: Basic Skills & FS 1 6: Basic Programs, Compulsory Elements, Showcase Introductory Levels: Compulsory Elements, Well Balanced Program, Jumps, Spins, Showcase & Interpretive No Test Senior: Compulsory Elements, Well Balanced & Test Track Programs, Jumps, Spins, Showcase & Interpretive Adult 1-6: Compulsory Elements, Basic Program & Showcase Adult Pre-Bronze & Adult Gold: Compulsory Elements, Free Skating Programs, Jumps, Spins, Showcase & Interpretive Adult Masters: Free Skating Programs, Jumps, Spins, Showcase & Interpretive ENTRIES AND FEES: A secure, online registration is available until 11:59pm April 6, 2015 at or A late entry fee of $25 will be added to all accepted competition forms received after April 6, Events may be cancelled or combined when low enrollments are concerned. Skaters will be notified of necessary changes. Skaters wishing to change their events after the close of entries may be subject to a $25 change of event fee. Skaters may mail a paper entry form instead, but forms must be RECEIVED BY April 6, The entry fee must be included with the completed application. GENERAL ENTRY FEES First Solo Full-Ice Event $85.00 ($95.00 for IJS Events) First Pair/Partnered Event $50.00 per person Additional Solo Full-Ice Events $40.00 each Additional Solo Half Ice Events $30.00 each Additional Partnered Events $30.00 per person Mini Production/Ensemble Event $85.00 per team + $8 per skater First Basic Skills Event $45.00 Additional Basic Skills Events $25.00 each Basic Skills partner fee: $20 per partner 1

2 REFUNDS: No refunds for events will be made after the closing date (April 6, 2015) unless the event is cancelled by the LOC. Refunds will not be issued if a skater has personal conflicts with the competition schedule. There will be no refunds for medical withdrawals. The online processing fees are not refundable. Refunds will not be given for missed practice sessions; however, a skater is allowed to change his/her practice ice time before the session occurs. Checks returned for nonsufficient funds and contested credit card charges will be issued a $20 service fee. MUSIC: The skater must provide their own music for all free skating, showcase, and dance events on CDs only (no tapes will be accepted). CDs should be clearly marked with the name of the skater, event entered and length of music (not skating time). Competition music is to be turned in at the time of registration. Skaters should arrive with a backup CD. CDs can be picked up at the registration desk after their event. The organizing committee will not accept responsibility for damage or loss of music but will take every precaution to ensure their safety. LIABILITY: U.S. Figure Skating, The Knoxville Figure Skating Club, and Cool Sports accept no responsibility for injury or damage sustained by any participant in this competition. This is in accordance with rule 1600 of the official US figure skating rulebook. JUDGING SYSTEM: The International Judging System (IJS) will be used for the following: -Well Balanced program Freeskate events, Juvenile Senior; - Short Program events, Juvenile Senior - Adult Gold, Adult Masters Int Sen All competitors skating in these 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 May 2, The 6.0 majority judging system will be used for: - Well balanced program free skate events, Pre-preliminary Pre-juvenile, Adult Beginner - Silver - Introductory free skate events (beginner, high beginner, no-test) - All test track events - All specialty singles events (spins, jumps, compulsory moves, interpretive) - All showcase events - All Basic Skills & Freeskate events REGISTRATION: The official registration desk will be located in the rink lobby area at Cool Sports. It will open approximately 30 minutes prior to the first practice ice session on Saturday morning and remain open throughout scheduled competition events. Competitors must check in at least one (1) hour prior to their event, and should be prepared to skate earlier than scheduled, should the competition be running ahead. 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. For Basic Skills ONLY coaches - Any person, 18 and older, instructing in a U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills Program must have successfully passed the annual background screen and be registered as a Basic Skills instructor member. 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. Sanctioned by US Figure Skating # 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: 2

3 PRACTICE ICE: Skaters who wish to pre-purchase practice ice may do so online, prior to the release of the official schedule & practice schedule times. Separate payment is NOT required. Practice ice is $12.00 per 20 minute session if purchased by April 6, Skaters who pre-register will receive an approximately 1-2 weeks before the competition informing them to select their desired practice ice time online. The practice ice selection is first-come, first-served, but those who pre-register will be allowed to select times first. After skaters who have pre-registered have an opportunity to select their practice ice times, the online booking system will be opened up for any other skaters to purchase and select practice ice times at a rate of $15.00 per 20 minutes. Additional practice ice, if space allows, will be sold at the event at the rate of $15.00 per 20 minute session. Free skate practice ice and dance practice ice will be limited to 20 skaters. Phone or reservations will not be accepted. Practice ice general information There will be practice ice available beginning Saturday May 16, 2015 beginning as early as 6am if necessary. Practice ice is $12 for 20 minutes if purchased in advance. A practice ice and competition schedule will be posted at approximately two weeks prior to the competition. Skaters may also purchase practice ice at a walk-on rate of $15 per 20 minutes if space is still available. Practice ice may be cancelled if an insufficient number of reservations is received. No music will be played during practice ice. How to select practice ice: You will be able to select practice ice times online though the EntryEeze registration site after the competition schedule is completed. All skaters registered for the competition will receive a confirmation message from the EntryEeze Online Registration system with a PIN. Use your PIN and US Figure Skating number to select practice ice time. Practice ice selection is done on a first-come, first-served basis, with priority selection given to skaters who pre-register. After pre-registered skaters have an opportunity to select practice ice, all other skaters will have the opportunity to purchase and select practice ice at the "walk-on" rate if there are additional times available. EVENT VIDEO AND PHOTOGRAPHY: Photography and/or video services will be available for purchase. Flash photography is not allowed in the arena during the warm-up or during the competition, as it is a safety hazard to the skaters. AWARDS: All events will be final rounds. Medals will be presented to first through third places. All other places will receive ribbons. Awards will be presented off the ice to all participants after final results have been tabulated. An awards schedule will be posted near the results area. SCHEDULES: A final competition and practice ice schedule will be posted at approximately 10 days prior to the competition. The competition schedule is set by the LOC, and no changes will be made to the schedule once it is announced unless an error has been made by the LOC. EVENT PROGRAM: An official Knoxville Invitational 2015 program will be available for a nominal fee. To place a Good Luck ad, please use the enclosed form on the last page of this announcement, or through the "merchandise" tab on the online registration system. Please note that late entries may not appear in the official program. FACILITIES: All events will be held at Cool Sports, which has dressing rooms, one concessions stand, a Sports Lounge, and a pro shop. Free parking. Cool Sports has one NHL-size ice surface, measuring 200 by 85. Admission to view competition is free. LODGING: Our host hotel is the Hampton Inn located approximately 5 miles from Cool Sports. Nightly fee for a double room is $99. Call (865) and mention Knoxville Figure Skating Club when making reservations. 3

4 DIRECTIONS TO COOL SPORTS: From North Carolina Upon entering Tennessee, stay on I-40 heading West Knoxville / Nashville. Take exit 369 Watt Rd. At light turn left onto Watt Rd and travel approximately 2 miles to intersection of Kingston Pike & Watt Rd. Travel through light and take immediate left into Cool Sports parking lot. From Nashville / Memphis Follow I-40 East heading towards Knoxville. Take exit 369 Watt Rd. At end of exit ramp, take a right onto Watt Rd and travel approximately 2 miles to intersection of Kingston Pike & Watt Rd. Travel through light and take immediate left into Cool Sports parking lot. From Georgia / Alabama / Florida Take I-75 North to I-40 East heading towards Knoxville. Take exit 369 Watt Rd. At end of exit ramp, take a right onto Watt Rd and travel approximately 2 miles to intersection of Kingston Pike & Watt Rd. Travel through light and take immediate left into Cool Sports parking lot. From Kentucky / Ohio / Michigan Take I-75 South to I-40 West heading towards Nashville. Take exit 369 Watt Rd. At light turn left onto Watt Rd and travel approximately 2 miles to intersection of Kingston Pike & Watt Rd. Travel through light and take immediate left into Cool Sports parking lot. PROGRAM ADS Personal ads are a great way to thank your coach and wish your favorite skater Good Luck! The Knoxville Figure Skating Club invites you to submit a personal advertisement for the Knoxville Invitational 2015 program. Circle the logo below that you wish to be included with your 2 line add. Ads are $6.00 each. Message Ad 1: Message Ad 2: 4

5 BASIC SKILLS COMPETITORS PARTICIPANT WAIVER Cer fica on of Compe tor: The Compe tor is eligible to enter the events checked. It is agreed that the compe tor and family holds the Knoxville Figure Ska ng Club, the KFSC Board of Directors, Volunteers, Cool Sports Arena and rink staff harmless from any and all liability either during prac ce or the compe on, and from any and all liability for damages to or loss of property. By signing below the Instructor/coach has verified that the skater/team is entered in the correct level. By signing below The Program Director/Club Officer has verified that the skater/team is in good standing. ENTRY FEES ARE NOT REFUNDABLE AFTER THE ENTRY DEADLINE UNLESS AN EVENT IS CANCELLED. Parent/Guardian Signature Date Compe tor Signature Date Instructor/Coach Signature Date Program Director/Club Officer Date 5

6 ILLUSTRATION OF THE PROGRESSION THROUGH THE LEVELS OF U.S FIGURE SKATING All singles athletes begin with the U.S Figure Skating Basic Skills program, then progress to the introductory levels, and finally choose whether to follow the test track or Well Balanced program category. Athletes may choose to move between test track and Well Balanced program at any point. U.S. FIGURE SKATING BASIC SKILLS PROGRAM Competition levels for singles skaters within the Basic Skills program include: Snowplow Sam 1-3, Basic 1-8, Adult 1-6, Hockey 1-4, Free Skate 1-6 Once skaters have competed at the introductory level, and begin the official U.S. Figure Skating test structure, they may then choose whether to enter the Test Track Free Skate or Well Balanced Free Skate program. Test requirements for both categories are the same, it is completely the choice of the athlete which track to follow. Beginner High Beginner No Test Once skaters have completed the levels within the Basic Skills curriculum, they advance to the introductory levels, which are an introduction to competitive figure skating. INTRODUCTORY LEVELS TEST TRACK FREE SKATE WELL BALANCED PROGRAM Pre-Preliminary Pre-Preliminary Preliminary Pre-Juvenile Juvenile Intermediate Novice Junior Senior Skaters may choose, at any point, which track to follow. They may also move between the tracks at different nonqualifying competitions. They may not, however, enter both events at the same competition. Preliminary Pre-Juvenile Juvenile Intermediate Novice Junior Senior Adult Pre Bronze Adult Bronze Adult Silver Adult Gold Adult Masters 6

7 EVENT: SNOWPLOW BASIC 8 COMPULSORY ELEMENTS Each skater will perform each element when directed by a judge or referee or have the op on to perform one element at a me in the order listed below (no excessive connec ng steps). Referee driven format. To be skated on 1/3 to 1/2 ice. No music. All elements must be skated in the order listed. Level Time Ska ng rules/standards U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills Competitions Snowplow Sam 1-3 Basic 1 Basic 2 Basic 3 Basic 4 Basic 5 Basic 6 1:00 max. 1:00 max. 1:00 max. 1:00 max. 1:00 max. 1:00 max. 1:00 max. 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 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 alterna ng 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 consecu ve Forward slalom Backward one-foot glide, either foot Two-foot spin - minimum three revolu ons Stands ll forward outside three-turn, right and le Forward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counter clockwise Forward crossovers, 4-6 consecu ve, both direc ons Backward stroking, 4-6 strokes Backward snowplow stop, right or le Backward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise Backward crossovers, 4-6 consecu ve, both direc ons Basic one-foot spin, free leg held to side of spinning leg - minimum three revolu ons Side toe hop, either direc on Hockey stop Stands ll forward inside three-turn, right and le Bunny Hop Forward spiral on a straight line, right or le Lunge, right or le T-stop, right or le Basic 7 Basic 8 1:00 max. 1:00 max. Stands ll forward inside open Mohawk, right to le and le to right Ballet jump, either direc on Backward crossovers to a back outside edge landing posi on, clockwise and counter clockwise Forward inside pivot Moving forward outside or forward inside three-turns, right and le Waltz jump (from a stands ll) Mazurka, either direc on Combina on move, clockwise or counter clockwise, two forward crossovers into forward inside Mohawk, step down, cross behind, step into one backward crossover and step to a forward inside edge Beginning one-foot upright spin, free foot held to side of spinning leg or crossed posi on - minimum three revolu ons 7

8 U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills Competitions EVENT: SNOWPLOW SAM BASIC 8 BASIC PROGRAM The ska ng order of the required elements is op onal. The elements are not restricted as to the number of mes the element is execute or length of glides number of revolu ons, 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 deduc on will be taken for each element performed from a higher level. Level Time Ska ng rules/standards Snowplow Sam 1-3 1:00 +/-10 max. 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 +/-10 max. Basic 2 1:00 +/-10 max. Basic 3 1:00 +/-10 max. Basic 4 1:00 +/-10 max. 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 alterna ng 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 consecu ve Forward slalom Backward one-foot glide, either foot Two-foot spin - minimum three revolu ons Stands ll forward outside three-turn, right and le Forward crossovers, 4-6 consecu ve both direc ons Backward stroking, 4-6 strokes Backward snowplow stop, right or le Basic 5 1:00 +/-10 max. Backward crossovers, 4-6 consecu ve, both direc ons Basic one-foot spin, free leg held to side of spinning leg - minimum three revolu ons Side toe hop, either direc on Hockey stop Basic 6 1:00 +/-10 max. Basic 7 1:00 +/-10 max. Basic 8 1:00 +/-10 max. Stands ll forward inside three-turn, right and le Bunny Hop Forward spiral on a straight line, right or le Lunge, right or le T-stop, right or le Stands ll forward inside open Mohawk, right to le and le to right Ballet Jump, either direc on Back crossovers to a back outside edge landing posi on, clockwise and counter clockwise Forward inside pivot Moving forward outside or forward inside three-turns, right and le Waltz jump (from a stands ll) Mazurka, either direc on Combina on 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 Beginning one-foot upright spin, free foot held to side of spinning leg or crossed posi on - minimum three revolu ons 8

9 U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills Competitions EVENT: FREE SKATE 1 6 COMPULSORY ELEMENTS Format: In simple program form, using a limited number of connec ng steps, the ska ng order of the required elements is op- onal. To be skated on ½ ice. No music is allowed. The skater must demonstrate the required elements and may use any addi onal elements from previous levels. A 0.2 deduc on will be taken for each element performed from a higher level. Time: 1:15 or less. Level Time Ska ng rules/standards Free Skate 1 Free Skate 2.. Advanced forward stroking, 4-6 consecu ve Backward outside three-turns, right and le One-foot upright scratch spin from backward crossovers - minimum three revolu ons Waltz jump from backward crossovers Half flip jump Forward outside or inside spiral, right or le Waltz three's, right or le, 2-3 sets Beginning back spin, entry op onal minimum two revolu ons Waltz jump, side toe hop, Waltz jump sequence Toe loop jump Free Skate 3 Free Skate 4.. Forward crossovers in a figure 8 Backward inside three-turns, right and le Back spin - minimum three revolu ons Salchow jump Waltz jump/toe loop or Salchow/toe loop jump combina on Forward power 3's, 2-3 consecu ve sets, right or le Sit spin - minimum three revolu ons Loop jump Waltz jump/loop jump combina on Free Skate 5. Camel spin - minimum three revolu ons Forward upright spin to back upright spin - minimum three revolu ons each foot Loop/loop jump combina on Flip jump Free Skate 6. Five step Mohawk sequence - one set alterna ng pa ern (refer to Basic Skills Curriculum Free Skate 6) Camel, sit spin combina on - minimum of four revolu ons total Split jump or stag jump Waltz jump, ½ loop, Salchow jump sequence Lutz jump 9

10 U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills Competitions EVENT: FREE SKATE 1 6 BASIC PROGRAM Format: The ska ng order of the required elements is op onal. The elements are not restricted as to the number of mes an element is executed, length of glides, number of revolu ons, etc., unless otherwise stated. Connec ng 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 addi onal elements from previous levels. A 0.2 deduc on will be taken for each element performed from a higher level. Time 1:30+/-10 sec. Level Time Ska ng rules/standards Advanced forward stroking, 4-6 consecu ve Free Skate 1 1:30+/-10 sec. One-foot upright scratch spin from backward crossovers - minimum three revolu ons Waltz jump from backward crossovers Half flip jump Forward outside spiral, right or le Free Skate 2 1:30+/-10 sec. Beginning back spin, entry op onal - minimum two revolu ons Waltz jump, side toe hop, Waltz jump sequence Toe loop jump Forward crossovers in a figure 8 Free Skate 3 1:30+/-10 sec. Back spin - minimum three revolu ons Salchow jump Waltz jump-toe loop or Salchow-toe loop jump combina on Forward power 3's, 2-3 consecu ve sets, right or le Free Skate 4 1:30+/-10 sec. Sit spin - minimum three revolu ons Loop jump Waltz jump-loop jump combina on Camel spin - minimum three revolu ons Free Skate 5 1:30+/-10 sec. Forward upright spin to back upright spin - minimum three revolu ons each foot Loop-loop jump combina on Flip jump Camel, sit spin combina on - minimum of four revolu ons total Free Skate 6 1:30+/-10 sec. Split jump or stag jump Waltz jump, ½ loop, Salchow jump sequence Lutz jump 10

11 U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills Competitions ADULT EVENT: ADULT 1 6 COMPULSORY ELEMENTS Format: In simple program form, using a limited number of connec ng steps, the ska ng order of the required elements is op- onal. To be skated on ½ ice. No music is allowed. The skater must demonstrate the required elements and may use any addi onal elements from previous levels. A 0.2 deduc on will be taken for each element performed from a higher level. Time: 1:15 or less. Adult 1 Falling and Recovery Forward Marching Forward two-foot glide Forward swizzle Moving Snowplow Stops Adult 2 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, (4-6 in a row, CW & CCW) Adult 3 Forward outside and inside edges on a circle (clockwise and counterclockwise) Forward crossovers (clockwise and counterclockwise) Backward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle (4-6 in a row consecu ve, clockwise and counterclockwise) Moving forward to backward and backward to forward two foot turn Beginning 2-foot spin Adult 4 Basic forward outside and forward inside consecu ve edges Backward edges on a circle, (outside and inside, clockwise and counterclockwise) Backward crossovers, (CW & CCW, 5 consecu ve) Forward outside 3-turns, right and le Forward outside swing rolls to a count of 6 Adult 5 Forward and backward crossovers in a figure 8 pa ern Forward outside to inside change of edge on a line T-stop, right or le Forward inside 3-turns, right and le Beginning one-foot spin Adult 6 Forward perimeter stroking with crossover end pa erns Backward crossovers to a backward outside edge glide (landing pos) Lunge Spiral Footwork sequence: (3-5 forward crossovers to an inside Mohawk, 3-5 backward crossovers, step forward inside the circle and repeat) ADULT EVENTS: ADULT 1 6 ADULT PROGRAM FREE SKATE Use elements from the skater s appropriate registered level or below. Higher level elements are prohibited. The ska ng order of the required elements is op onal. The elements are not restricted to the number of mes element is executed, or length of glides, number of revolu ons, etc. unless otherwise stated. Connec ng 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 addi onal elements from previous levels. A 0.2 deduc on will be taken for each element performed from a higher level. Time 1:30+/-10 sec unless otherwise noted 11

12 SHOWCASE EVENTS General event parameters: Show costumes are permi ed, as long as they do not touch or drag on the ice. Props & scenery must be placed and removed by unaided singles & duet compe tors within one minute and by unaided ensemble contestants within two minutes for set up and two minutes for removal. A 0.2 deduc on will be assessed by the referee against each judge s mark for each five seconds in excess of the me allowed for the performance, handling props and scenery and or scenery assistance. Performances will be judged from an entertainment standpoint for theatrical and ar s c quali es. Technical ska ng skills and difficulty will not be rewarded; however, ska ng must be a major element of the performance and be of sufficient quality to support the selected theatrical elements. Unintended falls, poorly executed ska ng 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, ac ng, pantomime, eye contact, choreography, form / extension and the use of props and ice. Showcase groups will be divided by number of entries and ages if possible. Vocal music is permi ed and 6.0 judging will be used. * For specific guidelines regarding the conduct of Showcase or Ar s c compe ons, refer to the Non-qualifying Showcase Guidelines posted on ng.org under Programs on the Na onal Showcase page. Showcase categories include: Drama c entertainment: Showcase program u lizing intense emo onal ska ng quality to depict choreographic theme. Light entertainment: Showcase program emphasizing such choreographic expressive quali es such as comedy, love and mime while incorpora ng ska ng skills. Duets: Theatrical/ar s c performances by any compe tors. Mini produc on ensembles: Theatrical performances by three to seven compe tors. Produc on ensembles: Theatrical performances by eight to 30 skaters. Theater On Ice teams are eligible as produc on ensembles. **NOTE: Skaters may enter only one each duet, mini produc on or produc on event. EVENT: Basic Skills Showcase Events Format: Showcase groups will be divided by number of entries and ages if possible. Vocal music is permi ed and 6.0 judging will be used. Deduc ons will be made for skaters including technical elements not permi ed in the event descrip on. Current guidelines and procedures for nonqualifying showcase compe ons can be found at ng.org, under Programs on the Na onal Showcase page. LEVEL ELEMENTS QUALIFICATIONS TIME Basic 1-8 / Adult 1 6 Elements only from Basic 1-8 curriculum May not have passed any higher than Basic 8 level. 1:00 Max FS 1 6 / Beginner Beginner 3 jump maximum, ½ rota on jumps only, plus the following full rota on jumps: Salchow and toe loop. May not have passed any official U.S. Figure Ska ng free skate tests. 1:30 Max Basic Skills Duet No requirements Neither skater may have passed any official US Figure Ska ng free skate tests. 1:40 Max 12

13 KNOXVILLE INVITATIONAL 2015 COMPETITION (Basic Skills, FS 1 6 & Adult 1 6 Form) Online registra on is provided by EntryEeze at ng.org. Partners must register separately. Entry deadline is April 6, 2015 Last Name: First Name: U.S. Figure Ska ng # Date of Birth: Age: Sex: Address: Phone: Name of parent or guardian: Club Name: Highest FS Test passed: Highest MIF test passed: Highest Dance test passed: List name of Partner: Partner s Level: Partner s USFS #: Coach name: Coach USFS # Coach EVENT REGISTRATION Please mark an X in the box next to events you are entering. Online registra on is encouraged at ng.org. Basic Program Compulsory Elements Snowplow Sam Basic 1 8 FS 1 6 Adult 1 6 Showcase EVENT FEES (Basic Skills, FS 1 6 & Adult 1 6) First Event: $45 = $45 Addi onal Event(s): $25 each x (# events) = $ Partner Fee: $20 per partner = $ **Paper Registra on & payment submission = $5.00 TOTAL DUE: PAYMENT OPTIONS Credit card payments are accepted online ONLY at ng.org via EntryEeze registra on. Check payments wri en to the Knoxville Figure Ska ng Club may accompany this registra on form, but a $5.00 processing fee will need to be added. Forms can to be mailed to: KFSC, C/O Nikki Ronayne, 110 South Wa Rd, Knoxville TN and MUST be postmarked before April 6,

14 EVENT: COMPULSORY ELEMENTS General event parameters: Elements skated on ½ ice No music permi ed Elements may be performed only once The skater must demonstrate required elements and may use any addi onal elements from previous levels A 0.2 deduc on will be taken for each element performed from a higher level Skaters may have the op on to skate one level higher in compulsories than their free skate program **Backward spirals will NOT be permi ed during warm-up on 1/2 half ice. Forward spirals are allowed. Level Time Ska ng rules/standards Beginner High Beginner No Test Preliminary Pre Juvenile Juvenile / Open Juvenile Intermediate Novice Junior Senior :30 max 1:30 max 1:30 max 1:30 max 1:30 max Waltz jump ½ jump of choice Forward two-foot or one-foot spin - minimum three revolu ons (free leg posi on op onal) Forward or backward spiral Toe loop jump Salchow jump Forward scratch spin - minimum three revolu ons Forward or backward spiral Loop jump Jump combina on to include a toe loop (may not use a loop or Axel) Solo spin - sit or camel spin - minimum three revolu ons Spiral sequence, must include a forward and backward spiral. Addi onal spirals and balance moves may be included. Single Lutz Jump combina on: single/single (may include Axel) Back upright spin - minimum three revolu ons Forward inside spiral Single Jump (may include Axel) Jump Combina on: single / single (may include Axel) Layback Spin or Camel Spin minimum three revolu ons Step Sequence Circular Single Axel Jump combina on: single/single or double/single Layback spin or camel spin - minimum three revolu on Step sequence circular Double Salchow or double toe loop Jump combina on: single/single or double/single Flying spin, minimum five revolu ons Step sequence straight line Double loop Jump combina on: double/single or double/double Flying spin - minimum five revolu ons Step sequence straight line Double flip Jump combina on: double/double or triple/double Combina on spin - minimum 10 revolu ons Step sequence straight line Double Lutz Jump combina on: double/double or triple/double Combina on spin - minimum 10 revolu ons Step sequence straight line 14

15 COMPULSORY MANEUVERS Cont. General event parameters: Elements skated on ½ ice No music permi ed Elements may be performed only once The skater must demonstrate required elements and may use any addi onal elements from previous levels A 0.2 deduc on will be taken for each element performed from a higher level Skaters may have the op on to skate one level higher in compulsories than their free skate program **Backward spirals will NOT be permi ed during warm-up on 1/2 half ice. Forward spirals are allowed. Level Time Ska ng rules/standards Adult Beginner Adult Pre Bronze Forward crossovers (5 minimum) Waltz jump Two foot upright spin Lunge Backward crossovers (5 minimum) Waltz jump Forward upright spin (min 3 revolu ons) Forward outside spiral Adult Bronze Adult Silver Adult Gold 1:30 max Salchow jump Waltz jump toe loop combina on Forward sit spin minimum 3 revolu ons Spiral sequence minimum 2 spirals Single Loop Combina on with two single jumps (axels permi ed) Sit spin minimum three revolu ons Step sequence straight line, ½ ice Single Lutz or Axel Single/single or single/double jump combina on Camel spin minimum 3 revolu ons Step sequence straight line 15

16 EVENT: Adult Free Ska ng Events General event parameters: Skaters aged 21 and older are eligible to compete in adult events. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permi ed 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. Depending on number of entries, compe tors may be divided into age categories. Please consult well-balanced program rules: h p:// ng.org/content/adultsingleswbpchart.pdf Event Name Descrip on Event Time Adult Beginner Skaters may not have passed any US Figure Ska ng tests (including moves or dance). May only include skills from the Adult Basic Skills 1-6 or Basic Skills 1-8 curriculum. Adult High Beginner Skaters may not have passed any US Figure Ska ng Free Ska ng test. No spin above a 1-foot upright spin. ½ rota on jumps, Salchow, and toe loop are allowed. Adult Pre-Bronze Skaters may have passed the US Figure Ska ng Adult Pre-Bronze Free Skate test and no higher. Elements as stated in Adult Bronze Skaters may have passed the US Figure Ska ng Adult Bronze Free Skate test and no higher. Elements as stated in :50 max Adult Silver Skaters may have passed the US Figure Ska ng Adult Silver Free Skate test and no higher. Elements as stated in :10 max Adult Gold (IJS) Skaters may have passed the US Figure Ska ng Adult Gold Free Skate test and no higher. Elements as stated in :40 max Masters Int/Novice (IJS) Skaters may have passed the US Figure Ska ng Intermediate Free Skate test and no higher than the Novice Free Skate test. Elements as stated in :10 max Masters Jr/Sr (IJS) Skaters must have passed the US Figure Ska ng Novice Free Skate test or higher. Elements as stated in :40 max 16

17 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 non- qualifying compe on. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permi ed for pre-preliminary intermediate. 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 Singles Free Skate Requirements JUMP ELEMENTS SPINS STEP SEQUENCES BEGINNER imum HIGH BEGINNER imum Max 5 Jump Elements -Jumps with no more than one-half rota on (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 rota on (front to back or back to front including half-loop). -Single rota on jumps: Salchow and toe loop only. -Maximum of 2 jump combina ons or seq -Max. 2 of any same type jump. Max 2 Spins :-Two upright spins, no change of foot, no flying entry (Min. 3 revolu- ons). Max 2 Spins -Two upright spins, change of foot op onal, no flying entry (Min. 3 revolu ons Connec ng moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program. Connec ng moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program. NO TEST imum *means element is required PRE- PRELIMINARY imum *means element is required PRELIMINARY 1:30 +/- 10 sec *means element is required Max 5 Jump Elements Single jumps Ø No single Axels, double jumps or triple jumps Max 2 jump combina ons or jump sequences Ø Jump combina ons limited to 2 jumps Ø Jump sequences limited to a maximum of 3 single jumps (half-loop is not considered a single jump at this level and may be performed without coun ng toward jump limit) Max 5 Jump Elements Single jumps, including the single Axel, are allowed Ø Number of single jumps is not limited provided the maximum number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded No double or triple jumps Max 2 jump combina ons or jump sequences Ø Jump combina ons limited to 2 jumps Ø Jump sequences limited to a maximum of 3 single jumps (half-loop is not considered a single jump at this level and may be performed without coun ng toward jump limit) Axel may be repeated once as a solo jump or part of a jump sequence or jump combina on Maximum of 2 single Axels Max 5 Jump Elements 1 must be an Axel or a waltz jump-type jump* Only 2 different double jumps may be a empted (limited to double Salchow, double toe loop, and double loop) Max 2 jump combina ons or sequences Ø Jump combina ons limited to 2 jumps Ø Jump sequences limited to a maximum of 3 single or double jumps (half-loop is not considered a single jump at this level and may be performed without coun ng toward jump limit) 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 combina on Number of single jumps is not limited provided the maximum number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded Max 2 Spins Spins may change feet and/or posi- on Spins may start with a flying entry v Min 3 revs. These spins must be of a different character (For defini on see U.S. Figure Ska ng rule 4103 (E)) Max 2 Spins Spins may change feet and/or posi- on Spins may start with a flying entry v Min 3 revs. These spins must be of a different character (For defini on see U.S. Figure Ska ng rule 4103 (E)) Max 2 Spins Spins may change feet and/or posi- on Spins may start with a flying entry v Min 3 revs. These spins must be of a different character (For defini on see U.S. Figure Ska ng rule 4103 (E)) Max 1 Sequence Step sequence* ~ Must use one-half the ice surface ~ Moves in the field and spiral sequences are permi ed but will not be counted as elements ~ Jumps may be included in the step sequence Max 1 Sequence Step sequence* ~ Must use one-half the ice surface ~ Moves in the field and spiral sequences are permi ed but will not be counted as elements ~ Jumps may be included in the step sequence Max 1 Sequence Step sequence* ~ Must use one-half the ice surface ~ Moves in the field and spiral sequences are permi ed but will not be counted as elements ~ Jumps may be included in the step sequence 17

18 PRE-JUVENILE 2:00 +/- 10 sec *means element is required JUVENILE 2:15 +/- 10 sec *means element is required INTERMEDIATE 2:30 +/- 10 sec *means element is required NOVICE LADIES 3:00 +/- 10 sec *means element is required NOVICE MEN 3:30 +/- 10 sec *means element is required JUMP ELEMENTS SPINS STEP SEQUENCES Max 5 Jump Elements 1 must be an Axel-type jump* Double jumps are allowed except for the double Axel No triple jumps Max 2 jump combina ons or sequences Ø Jump combina ons limited to 2 jumps Ø Jump sequences limited to a maximum of 3 single or double jumps (half-loop is not considered a single jump at this level and may be performed without coun ng toward jump limit) An Axel plus up to 3 different double jumps may be repeated once (but no more) as solo jumps, in jump sequences or in jump combina ons. Number of single jumps is not limited provided the maximum number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded Max 5 Jump Elements 1 must be an Axel-type jump* No triple jumps Max 2 jump combina ons or sequences Ø Jump combina ons limited to 2 jumps Ø Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited No more than 3 different double jumps may be repeated Ø If repeated, at least one a empt must be in a jump combina- on or a jump sequence No more than 2 of the same double jump may be a empted Max 6 Jump Elements 1 must be an Axel-type jump Max 3 jump combina ons or sequences Ø Combina ons are limited to 2 jumps Ø One 3-jump combina on is permi ed Ø Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited No more than 3 different doubles or 2 different doubles & 1 triple may be repeated Ø If repeated, at least one a empt must be part of jump combina on or jump sequence. Max 6 Jump Elements 1 must be an Axel-type jump* Max 3 jump combina ons or sequences Ø Combina ons limited to 2 jumps Ø One 3-jump combina on is permi ed Ø Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited No more than two different jumps that are 2½ or 3 revolu ons may be repeated Ø If double Axel and/or triple jumps are repeated, at least one a empt must be part of a jump combina on or jump sequence No more than 2 of the same double jump may be a empted as solo jumps or part of a combina on/sequence Max 7 Jump Elements 1 must be an Axel-type jump* Max 3 jump combina ons or sequences Ø Combina ons limited to 2 jumps Ø One 3-jump combina on is permi ed Ø Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited One double Axel and two different triple jumps may be repeated Ø If double Axel or triple jumps are repeated, at least one a empt must be part of a jump combina on or jump sequence No more than 2 of the same double jump may be a empted as solo jumps or part of a combina on/sequence Max 2 Spins 1 spin combina on, with or without change of foot* v May start with a flying entry v Min 6 revs 1 spin with only 1 posi on* v No change of foot v May start with a flying entry v Min 4 revs These spins must be of a different character (For defini on see U.S. Figure Ska ng rule 4103 (E)) Max 2 Spins 1 spin combina on; with or without change of foot* v Min 8 revs v Min 2 revs in each posi on 1 spin with only 1 posi on; no change of foot* v Min 5 revs Both spins may start with a flying entry Spins must be of a different character Max 2 Spins 1 spin combina on; with or without change of foot* v Min 8 revs v Min 2 revs in each posi on 1 spin with only 1 posi on; no change of foot* v Min 5 revs Both spins may start with a flying entry Spins must be of a different character Max 3 Spins 1 spin combina on; with or without change of foot* v Min 10 revs v Min 2 revs in each posi on 1 flying spin with no change of foot or posi on* v Min 6 revs 3rd spin is op on of skater All spins may start with a flying entry Spins must be of a different character Max 3 Spins 1 spin combina on; with or without change of foot* v Min 10 revs v Min 2 revs in each posi on 1 flying spin with no change of foot or posi on* v Min 6 revs 3rd spin is op on of skater All spins may start with a flying entry Spins must be of a different character Max 1 Sequence Step sequence* ~ Fully u lizing the ice surface ~ Moves in the field and spiral sequences are permi ed but will not be counted as elements ~ Jumps may be included in Max 1 Sequence One choreographic step sequence* ~ Fully u lizing the ice surface Max 1 Sequence One choreographic step sequence* ~ Fully u lizing the ice surface Max 1 Sequence One leveled step sequence* ~ Fully u lizing the ice surface Max 1 Sequence One leveled step sequence* ~ Fully u lizing the ice surface 18

19 JUMP ELEMENTS SPINS STEP SEQUENCES JUNIOR LADIES 3:30 +/- 10 sec *means element is required JUNIOR MEN 4:00 +/- 10 sec *means element is required SENIOR LADIES 4:00 +/- 10 sec *means element is required SENIOR MEN 4:30 +/- 10 sec *means element is required Max 7 Jump Elements 1 must be an Axel-type jump* Max 3 jump combina ons or sequences Ø Combina ons limited to 2 jumps Ø One 3-jump combina on is permi ed Ø Number of jumps in a sequence is not limited Of all the triples or quads, only 2 can be executed twice Ø If both execu ons (of the same triple or quad) are as solo jumps, the second of these jumps will receive 70% of its original base value Any double jump, including double Axel cannot be included more than twice in total as solo jump or part of a combina on/sequence Max 8 Jump Elements 1 must be an Axel-type jump* Max 3 jump combina ons or sequences Ø Combina ons limited to 2 jumps Ø One 3-jump combina on is permi ed Ø Number of jumps in a sequence is not limited Of all the triples or quads, only 2 can be executed twice Ø If both execu ons (of the same triple or quad) are as solo jumps, the second of these jumps will receive 70% of its original base value Any double jump, including double Axel cannot be included more than twice in total as solo jump or part of a combina on/sequence Max 7 Jump Elements 1 must be an Axel-type jump* Max 3 jump combina ons or sequences Ø Combina ons limited to 2 jumps Ø One 3-jump combina on is permi ed Ø Number of jumps in a sequence is not limited Of all the triples or quads, only 2 can be executed twice Ø If both execu ons (of the same triple or quad) are as solo jumps, the second of these jumps will receive 70% of its original base value. Any double jump, including double Axel cannot be included more than twice in total as solo jump or part of a combina on/sequence Max 8 Jump Elements 1 must be an Axel-type jump* Max 3 jump combina ons or sequences Ø Combina ons limited to 2 jumps Ø One 3-jump combina on is permi ed Ø Number of jumps in a sequence is not limited Of all the triples and quads, only 2 can be executed twice Ø If both execu ons (of the same triple or quad) are as solo jumps, the second of these jumps will receive 70% of its original base value Any double jump, including double Axel cannot be included more than twice in total as solo jump or part of a combina on/sequence Max 3 Spins 1 spin combina on; with or without change of foot* v Min 10 revs v Min 2 revs in each posi on 1 spin with a flying entry* v Min 6 revs 1 spin with only 1 posi on* v Min 6 revs All spins may change feet and start with a flying entry Spins must be of a different character Max 3 Spins 1 spin combina on; with or without change of foot* v Min 10 revs v Min 2 revs in each posi on 1 spin with a flying entry* v Min 6 revs 1 spin with only 1 posi on* v Min 6 revs All spins may change feet and start with a flying entry Spins must be of a different character Max 3 Spins 1 spin combina on; with or without change of foot* v Min 10 revs v Min 2 revs in each posi on 1 spin with a flying entry* v Min 6 revs 1 spin with only 1 posi on* v Min 6 revs All spins may change feet and start with a flying entry Spins must be of a different character Max 3 Spins 1 spin combina on; with or without change of foot* v Min 10 revs v Min 2 revs in each posi on 1 spin with a flying entry* v Min 6 revs 1 spin with only 1 posi on* v Min 6 revs All spins may change feet and start with a flying entry Spins must be of a different character Max 1 Sequence One leveled step sequence* ~ Fully u lizing the ice surface Max 1 Sequence One leveled step sequence* ~ Fully u lizing the ice surface Max 2 Sequences One leveled step sequence* ~ Fully u lizing the ice surface One choreographic sequence* ~ Fully u lizing the ice surface Max 2 Sequences One leveled step sequence* ~ Fully u lizing the ice surface One choreographic sequence* ~ Fully u lizing the ice surface 19

20 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 compe on. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permi ed 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 revolu ons are in ( ) following the spin descrip on. Revolu ons must be in posi on. The following deduc ons will be taken: 0.1 from each mark for each technical element included that is not permi ed in the event descrip on. 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 revolu ons. Level Jumps Spins Step Sequences Qualifica ons Pre- Preliminary 1:30 +/- 10 sec. Vocal music permi ed Maximum of 5 jump elements: -Jumps with not more than one-half rota on (front to back or back to front including half-loop) -Single rota on jumps: Salchow, toe loop and loop only -Maximum 2 jump combina ons or sequences -Maximum 2 of any same type jump Maximum of 2 spins: -Two spins of a different nature, one posi on only. No change of foot, no flying entry (Minimum 3 revolu ons) Connec ng moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program. Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Ska ng prepreliminary free skate test. Preliminary 1:30 +/- 10 sec. Vocal music permi ed Maximum of 5 jump elements: -Jumps with not more than one rota on (no Axels) -Maximum 2 jump combina ons or sequences -Maximum 2 of any same type jump Maximum of 2 spins: -One spin in one posi on; no change of foot, no flying entry. (Min 3 revs) -One spin consis ng of a front scratch to back scratch; exit on spinning foot not mandatory. (Min. 3 revs per foot) Connec ng moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program. Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Ska ng pre-preliminary free skate test, but may not have passed tests higher than the preliminary free skate test. Pre Juvenile 2:00 +/- 10 sec Vocal music permi ed Maximum of 5 jump elements: -Jumps with not more than one rota on (no Axels) -Maximum 2 jump combina ons or sequences -Maximum 2 of any same type jump Maximum of 2 spins: -One spin in one posi on; no change of foot (Min 3 revs) -One spin combina on: forward camel to forward sit spin; change of foot op onal (Min 6 revs) Spin may not fly. One step sequence u lizing full ice surface Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Ska ng preliminary free skate test but may not have passed test higher than prejuvenile free skate test Juvenile 2:15 +/- 10 sec. Maximum of 5 jump elements: Any single jumps, including Axel, are permi ed. Max. 2 jump combina ons or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump Maximum of 2 spins: One solo spin in one posi- on, no change of foot (Min. 4 revolu ons). One combina on spin with one change of foot and at least one change of posi- on, must include two of the basic spin posi ons. (Min. 4 revolu ons per foot) One step sequence fully u lizing ice surface Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Ska ng pre-juvenile free skate test but may not have passed tests higher than juvenile free skate test Only solo spin may fly 20

21 Intermediate 2:30 +/- 10 sec. Novice Ladies: 3:00 +/- 10 sec. Men: 3:30 +/- 10 sec. Maximum of 6 jump elements: Any single jumps. Double jumps permi ed: double Salchow and double toe loop. Maximum of 3 jump combina- ons 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 permi ed: double Salchow, double toe loop and double loop. Maximum of 3 jump combina- ons or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump Maximum of 2 spins: One must be a flying spin (min 5 revolu ons), One must be a combina on spin with at least one change of foot and at least one change of posi on (minimum 4 revolu ons per foot). Maximum of 3 spins, of a different nature: One must be a combina on spin with at least one change of foot and at least one change of posi on (min 5 revs per foot) The other spins are the op- on of the skater (min 6 revolu ons per foot) One step sequence fully u lizing ice surface One step sequence or spiral sequence fully u lizing ice surface (see rule 4104 & 4105 for remarks) Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Ska ng 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 Ska ng intermediate free skate test but may not have passed tests higher than novice free skate test Junior Ladies: 3:30 +/- 10 sec. Men: 4:00 +/- 10 sec. 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. Double jumps permi ed: double Salchow, double toe loop, double loop and double flip Maximum of 3 jump combina- ons or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump 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 permi ed Maximum of 3 jump combina- ons or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump All spins may fly Maximum of 3 spins of a different nature: -One spin in one posi on (Min. 6 revolu ons) -One flying spin (Min. 6 revolu ons) -One combina on spin consis ng of all three basic posi- ons and one change of foot (2 per posi on, min. 5) revolu ons per foot) Maximum of 3 spins of a different nature: One spin in one posi on (Min. 6 revolu ons) One flying spin (Min. 6 revolu ons) One combina on spin consis ng of all three basic spin posi ons and one change of foot (2 per posi- on, min. 5 revolu ons per foot) One step sequence fully u lizing ice surface (See rule 4105 for remarks) Men: Two different step sequences, one being of advanced difficulty, both fully u lizing 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 Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Ska ng novice free skate test but may not have passed tests higher than junior free skate test Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Ska ng junior free skate test 21

22 SHOWCASE EVENTS General event parameters: Show costumes are permi ed, as long as they do not touch or drag on the ice. Props & scenery must be placed and removed by unaided singles & duet compe tors within one minute and by unaided ensemble contestants within two minutes for set up and two minutes for removal. A 0.2 deduc on will be assessed by the referee against each judge s mark for each five seconds in excess of the me allowed for the performance, handling props and scenery and or scenery assistance. Performances will be judged from an entertainment standpoint for theatrical and ar s c quali es. Technical ska ng skills and difficulty will not be rewarded; however, ska ng must be a major element of the performance and be of sufficient quality to support the selected theatrical elements. Unintended falls, poorly executed ska ng 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, ac ng, pantomime, eye contact, choreography, form / extension and the use of props and ice. Showcase groups will be divided by number of entries and ages if possible. Vocal music is permi ed and 6.0 judging will be used. * For specific guidelines regarding the conduct of Showcase or Ar s c compe ons, refer to the Non-qualifying Showcase Guidelines posted on ng.org under Programs on the Na onal Showcase page. Showcase categories include: Drama c entertainment: Showcase program u lizing intense emo onal ska ng quality to depict choreographic theme. Light entertainment: Showcase program emphasizing such choreographic expressive quali es such as comedy, love and mime while incorpora ng ska ng skills. Duets: Theatrical/ar s c performances by any compe tors. Mini produc on ensembles: Theatrical performances by three to seven compe tors. Produc on ensembles: Theatrical performances by eight to 30 skaters. Theater On Ice teams are eligible as produc on ensembles. **NOTE: Skaters may enter only one each duet, mini produc on or produc on event. EVENT: Singles Showcase Events General event parameters: Level will be determined by the highest free skate or dance (solo or partnered) test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level hey have passed, or skate up to one level higher. The determina on of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline Current guidelines and procedures for nonqualifying showcase compe ons can be found at ng.org, under Programs on the Na onal Showcase page. Event No Test Elements / Test Level No test requirements. 3 jump maximum. No Axels or double jumps allowed Must NOT have passed (dance tests refer to solo or partnered standard track) Pre-Preliminary Free Skate Age No minimum (max age 20) Time Pre-Preliminary No requirements. 3 jump maximum. Axels are permi ed but no double jumps allowed Preliminary Free Skate No minimum (max age 20) Preliminary Preliminary Free Skate Pre-Juvenile Free Skate 2 Preliminary Dances No minimum (max age 20) Pre Juvenile Pre Juvenile Free Skate or 2 Preliminary Dances Juvenile Free Skate or Complete Pre- Bronze Dance No minimum (max age 20) Juvenile Juvenile Free Skate Complete Preliminary Dances Intermediate Free Skate. Any Silver Dance 13 and under 2:10 max 22

23 EVENT: Singles Showcase Events cont.. General event parameters: Level will be determined by the highest free skate or dance (solo or partnered) test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level hey have passed, or skate up to one level higher. The determina on of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline Current guidelines and procedures for nonqualifying showcase compe ons can be found at ng.org, under Programs on the Na onal Showcase page. Teen Juvenile Free Skate Complete Preliminary 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 Preliminary Dance Novice Free Skate Any Gold Dance :10 max Novice Novice Free Skate One Silver Dance Junior Free Skate Any Gold Dance No age restric on 2:10 max Junior Junior Free Skate Two Pre-Gold Dances Senior Free Skate Completed Gold Dance No age restric on 2:40 max Senior Senior Free Skate Complete Gold Dance No age restric on 2:40 max Adult Pre-Bronze No requirements No higher than Adult Bronze Free Skate or Preliminary Dance Test 21 and older Adult Bronze Adult Bronze Free Skate or Pairs Events or have passed the complete Pre-Bronze Dance Test Any Pre-Silver Dance Test 21 and older Adult Silver Adult Silver Free Skate or Pairs Events or have passed one Pre -Silver Dance Test Any Pre-Gold Dance Test 21 and older 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 Masters At least the Masters Intermediate or any Masters Pairs Event or have passed the complete Pre-Gold Dance Test 21 and older 23

24 EVENT: Showcase Events Duet and Ensemble Events Format: Duets are theatrical or ar s c performances by any two compe tors. Mini Produc on Ensembles are theatrical performances by 3 to 7 compe tors. Produc on Ensembles are theatrical performances by 8 or more compe tors Props and scenery ARE permi ed in Duet, Mini Produc on, and Produc on Ensemble events. General event parameters: Skaters may enter only ONE each duet, mini produc on ensemble, or produc on ensemble event Level will be determined by the highest free skate or dance (solo or partnered) test passed of the two skaters. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. The determina on of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline Current guidelines and procedures for nonqualifying showcase compe ons can be found at ng.org, under Programs on the Na onal Showcase page. Event Elements / Test Level Must NOT have passed (dance tests refer to solo or partnered standard track) Age Time No Test No test requirements Pre-preliminary Free Skate No minimum (max age 20) Pre-Preliminary No test requirements. Preliminary Free Skate No minimum (max age 20) Preliminary Preliminary Free Skate Pre-Juvenile Free Skate No minimum (max age 20) Pre Juvenile Pre Juvenile Free Skate 2 Preliminary Dances Juvenile Free Skate or Complete Pre-Bronze Dance No minimum (max age 20) Juvenile Juvenile Free Skate Complete Preliminary Dance Intermediate Free Skate Any Silver Dance 13 and under 2:10 max Teen Juvenile Free Skate Complete Preliminary 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 Preliminary Dance Novice Free Skate Any Gold Dance :10 max Novice Novice Free Skate One Silver Dance Junior Free Skate Any Gold Dance No age restric on 2:10 max Junior Junior Free Skate Two Pre-Gold Dances Senior Free Skate Completed Gold Dance No age restric on 2:40 max Senior Senior Free Skate Complete Gold Dance No age restric on 2:40 max Adult Pre-Bronze No requirements No higher than Adult Bronze Free Skate Preliminary Dance Test 21 and older 24

25 EVENT: Showcase Events Duet and Ensemble Events cont... Format: Duets are theatrical or ar s c performances by any two compe tors. Mini Produc on Ensembles are theatrical performances by 3 to 7 compe tors. Produc on Ensembles are theatrical performances by 8 or more compe tors Props and scenery ARE permi ed in Duet, Mini Produc on, and Produc on Ensemble events. General event parameters: Skaters may enter only ONE each duet, mini produc on ensemble, or produc on ensemble event Level will be determined by the highest free skate or dance (solo or partnered) test passed of the two skaters. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. The determina on of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline Current guidelines and procedures for nonqualifying showcase compe ons can be found at ng.org, under Programs on the Na onal Showcase page. Event Elements / Test Level Must NOT have passed (dance tests refer to solo or partnered standard track) Age Time Adult Bronze Adult Bronze Free Skate or Pairs Events or have passed the complete Pre-Bronze Dance Test Any Pre-Silver Dance Test 21 and older Adult Silver Adult Silver Free Skate or Pairs Events or have passed one Pre-Silver Dance Test Any Pre-Gold Dance Test 21 and older 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 Masters At least the Masters Intermediate or any Masters Pairs Event or have passed the complete Pre-Gold Dance Test 21 and older 25

26 EVENT: SPINS CHALLENGE General event parameters: Spins may be skated in any order. Connec ng steps are allowed, but will not be taken into considera on in scoring. Spins may not be repeated. Only required elements may be included. Level Time Ska ng rules / standards Beginner High Beginner Pre Preliminary Preliminary 1:30 max. 1:30 max. 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) 3. Forward Pivot* 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) 3. Forward or Backward Pivot* 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Backward upright spin (3) 2. Combina on spin with no change of foot (4) 3. Sit spin (3) Pre Juvenile Juvenile & Open Juv. 1:30 max. 1:30 max. 1. Camel spin (3) 2. Combina on spin camel to sit spin; no change of foot (6) 3. Forward to backward scratch spin (3 per foot) 1. Sit spin (4) 2. Combina on spin change of foot; op onal change of posi on (4 per foot) 3. Girls layback spin (4); Boys camel spin (4) Intermediate 1:30 max. 1. Flying camel spin (5) 2. Sit spin to backward sit spin (4 per foot) 3. Combina on spin change of foot & change of posi on (4 per foot) Novice 1:30 max. 1. Choice of camel, sit or layback spin (6) 2. Camel spin to backward camel spin (4 per foot in posi on) 3. Combina on spin change of foot & two changes of posi on (2 per posi on & 5 per foot) Junior Senior Adult Pre- Bronze Adult Bronze Adult Silver Adult Gold Adult Masters 1:30 max. 1:30 max. 1:30 max 1:30 max. 1:30 max. 1. Flying sit spin or flying reverse sit spin (6) 2. Ladies layback spin (6); men cross-foot spin (6) 3. Combina on spin with change of foot & u lizing all three posi ons (2 per posi on & 5 per foot) 1. Flying spin of choice (6) 2. Solo spin of choice (6) may not fly 3. Combina on spin with change of foot & u lizing all three posi ons (2 per posi on & 5 per foot) 1. One-foot upright spin (3) 2. Two-foot upright spin (3) 3. Pivot 1. One-foot upright spin (4) 2. One-foot back spin (3) 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Camel spin (3) 2. Layback, sideways leaning or sit spin (4) 3. Combina on spin with at least one change of posi on, no change of foot (3 in each posi on) 1. Solo spin, no change of foot (4) 2. Second solo spin, different from the first; change of foot op onal (4) 3. Combina on spin with only one change of foot and at least one change of posi on (4 each foot) 1. Solo spin of skater s choice (6) 2. Second solo spin, different from the first; change of foot op onal (4) May have a flying entry 3. Combina on spin that may have more than one change of foot and at least one change of posi on (4 each foot) 26

27 EVENT: JUMPS CHALLENGE General event parameters: Each jump may be a empted twice; the best a empt will be counted. To be skated on ½ ice Level Time Ska ng rules / standards Beginner High Beginner No-Test Pre Preliminary Preliminary Pre Juvenile Juvenile & Open Juvenile Intermediate Novice Junior Senior Adult Beginner Adult Pre-Bronze Adult Bronze Adult Silver Adult Gold Adult Masters 1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) 2. ½ flip or ½ Lutz 3. Single Salchow 1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) 2. Single Salchow 3. Jump combina on waltz jump-toe loop 1. Single toe loop 2. Single loop 3. Jump combina on Any two ½ or single revolu on jumps (no Axel) 1. Single toe loop 2. Single flip 3. Jump combina on - Any two ½ or single revolu on jumps (no Axel) 1. Single flip 2. Single Lutz 3. Jump combina on Any single jump + single loop (may be Axel) 1. Single Axel 2. Single or double jump 3. Jump combina on single/single (no Axel) 1. Single Axel 2. Double Salchow 3. Jump combina on single/single or double/single (no Axel) 1. Single Axel 2. Double loop* 3. Jump combina on double/single (no Axel) 1. Double loop 2. Double flip* 3. Jump combina on double/double (may be double Axel) 1. Choice of double or triple jump 2. Double or triple flip* 3. Jump combina on double/double (may be double Axel) 1. Choice of double or triple jump 2. Double or triple Lutz* 3. Jump combina on double/double or triple/double (may be double Axel) 1. Bunny Hop 2. Mazurka or ballet jump 3. Waltz jump 1. Waltz jump 2. Toe loop jump 3. ½ flip, ½ Lutz or ½ loop 1. Single Salchow 2. Single toe loop 3. Any single jump + single toe loop combina on (No Axels allowed) 1. Single flip 2. Single loop 3. Single/single combina on (Axel is permi ed) 1. Single Axel 2. Single Lutz 3. Single/single or single/double jump combina on (may include any single jump, double toe loop or double Salchow) 1. Axel type jump 2. Double toe loop, double salchow, or double loop 3. Jump combina on (double/double, single/double or double/single) 27

28 EVENT: INTERPRETIVE CHALLENGE General Event Parameters: The Organizing Commi ee will pre-select and edit musical choices. During the warm-up, skaters will hear the selec on of music twice. Following the warm-up, all skaters except for the first skater will be escorted to a soundproof locker room or another area of the arena. The first skater will hear the music one more me and then perform a program to the music. As each skater performs, the next skater in line will be allowed to hear the music for the third me before they perform to the music. The listening skater will not be allowed to view the performing skater. Levels: Beginner & High Beginner No Test Senior Adult Pre-Bronze & Adult Masters Judging Rules: Skaters are judged on originality, pa ern, technical (the ability to include jumps and spins) and music interpreta on/ expression. **Spins and jumps performed must be appropriate to compe on level. Coaching: There is to be no instruc on allowed during this event from coaches, parents, or fellow skaters. Staging area must be kept clear except for ice monitor and listening compe tor. SINGLES SHORT PROGRAM The short program events listed below will be skated. Athletes and coaches are responsible for going to the U.S. Figure Ska ng rulebook for rules, program length, etc. (Short Program is a separate event. No Final Round for SP. IJS will be used for Juvenile Senior events.) Open Juvenile (6.0) Jump combina on two single jumps or one double jump and one single jump; Axel (may not be repeated); Solo Jump single jump, double toe-loop jump or double Salchow jump (may not be repeated); Solo spin minimum 5 revolu ons in posi on (may commence with a jump); Spin combina on only one change of foot and at least one change of posi on (4 revs each foot); Step sequence straight line, circular, or serpen ne Juvenile Same as Intermediate short program. Rule Max 2:00 minutes. Skater may not exceed 14 years of age before 2/20/14.. Intermediate Rule 4230 Max 2:00 minutes Novice Rule 4220 Max 2:30 minutes Junior Rule 4210 Max 2:50 minutes Senior Rule 4200 Max 2:50 minutes 28

29 KNOXVILLE INVITATIONAL 2015 COMPETITION (Adult, Introductory, Well Balanced, & Test Track form) Online registra on is provided by EntryEeze at ng.org. Partners must register separately. Entry deadline is April 6, 2015 Last Name: First Name: U.S. Figure Ska ng # Date of Birth: Age: Sex: Address: Phone: Name of parent or guardian: Club Name: Highest FS Test passed: Highest MIF test passed: Highest Dance test passed: List name of Partner: Partner s Level: Partner s USFS #: Coach name: Coach USFS # Coach EVENT REGISTRATION Please mark an X in the box next to events you are entering. Online registra on is encouraged at ng.org. Level (please indicate level of skater) Test Track Program (full ice) Well Balanced Program (full ice) Short Program (full ice) Interpre- ve (full ice) Showcase (full ice) Jumps (1/2 ice) Spins (1/2 ice) Compulsory Elements (1/2 ice) EVENT FEES (Adult, Introductory, Well Balanced & Test Track) First Solo Event (full ice or 1/2 ice): $85 ($95 for IJS) = $85/$95 Addi onal Full Ice Event: $40 each x (# events) = $ Addi onal 1/2 Ice Events: $30 each x (# events) = $ First Partnered Event: $50 per person = $ Addi onal Partnered Event: $30 per person = $ **Paper Registra on & payment submission = $5.00 TOTAL DUE: PAYMENT OPTIONS Credit card payments are accepted online ONLY at ng.org. Check payments should be wri en to the Knoxville Figure Ska ng Club and must accompany this registra on form. Forms can to be mailed to: KFSC, C/O Nikki Ronayne, 110 South Wa Rd, Knoxville TN and MUST be postmarked before April 6,