Silver State Open Championship Las Vegas Figure Skating Club September 11-13, 2015

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1 Silver State Open Championship Las Vegas Figure Skating Club September 11-13, 2015 The Las Vegas Open Championships will be conducted in accordance with the rules and regulations of U.S. Figure Skating, as set forth in the current rulebook, as well as any pertinent updates that have been posted on the U.S. Figure Skating website, except as provided otherwise in this announcement. 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. Skaters who placed in the top four in a final round of their last qualifying competition in their divisions must move up one level, except for novice and higher. Age restrictions/requirements: Eligibility for entries is governed by age at the close of entries, which is August 11, Skaters entering juvenile free skate events (Well Balanced Program) must be under 14 years of age at the close of entries. Skaters entering open juvenile free skate events (Well Balanced Program), must be at least 14 years of age at the close of entries. Skaters entering beginner pre-juvenile events will be divided as closely as possible by age should the number of entries warrant more than one group. ENTRIES: Entries for can be accepted online via EntryEeze or by mailing the included paper entry. Deadlines for entries is midnight, August 11,2015. Paper Entries, once received, will be manually entered into EntryEeze website. ALL PAPER ENTRIES MUST BE COMPLETELY FILLED OUT AND POSTMARKED BY AUGUST 11, 2015 TO BE ACCEPTED Send to: Las Vegas FSC PO Box Las Vegas, NV This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Page 1 of 22

2 All singles Free Skate events, except Basic and Adults, will be divided by gender. When number of entries so warrant an event will be divided into groups. Pre-Juvenile and lower events will be divided by age and Juvenile and higher events will be divided by random draw. There will be no final rounds in the case of multiple groups. FEES: LEVEL FIRST EVENT SUBSEQUENT EVENT Intermediate & up FS $120* $70 Juvenile and Open Juvenile FS $80 $60 Freeskate 1 thru Pre-Juvenile $70 $50 Basic Skills (Basic 1-8) $60 $40 Snow Plow Sam $50 $30 Adult Gold and Masters FS $90 $70 Adult Pre-Bronze-Silver FS $70 $50 Solo Dance (includes all patterns) $ Duet Showcase (per skater) $ Challenges $ Special Skater $45 $30 All other Events $70 $55 *Combined short and long REFUND POLICY: Entry fees will not be refunded after August 11, 2015 unless no competition exists or the event is canceled. There will be no refunds for medical withdrawals. The online processing fees are not refundable. Checks returned for non-sufficient funds and contested credit card charges will be issued a $35 fee. Payment of the fee will be required before the skater is allowed to participate in practice ice or events. Notification of competition and practice ice times will be available at FACILITIES: The competition will be held at SoBe Ice Fiesta Rancho Hotel & Casino, 2400 N. Rancho, North Las Vegas, NV For rink information ONLY, call (702) OR (702) 647-RINK Temperatures in the rink can be chilly. A light or heavy jacket/sweater is recommended. Rink dimensions are 200 x 85 with all rounded corners. There is one men and women s restroom located inside the rink. Since SoBe Ice Arena is located inside the Fiesta Rancho Hotel & Casino, additional services (restrooms, restaurants and hotel rooms) are available. For information on booking a room through Fiesta Rancho Hotel & Casino, call (702) LIGHTING: With the exception of perimeter lighting, all showcase events will be held in a darkened arena with spotlight theater lighting. All of Programs are performed under full arena lighting. MUSIC: Only CDs will be accepted. Please only provide music on CD/R in.wav or.mp3 file format. CDs must be CLEARLY marked with competitor s name, event and music length. The official competition music must be turned in at the registration table at the time of check-in. A duplicate CD should be available rink-side. Music may be picked up at the registration table following each event. Every reasonable care will be taken, but the Las Vegas FSC cannot be This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Page 2 of 22

3 responsible for CDs left at the end of the competition. Please have separate CDs for practice and competition. LIABILITY: U.S. Figure Skating, Las Vegas Figure Skating Club, SoBe Ice Arena and Fiesta Hotel & Casino accept no responsibility for injury or damage sustained by any participant in this competition. This is in accordance with Rule 1600 of the official U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook. JUDGING SYSTEM: The International Judging System (IJS) will be used for the following events: - Well Balanced Program free skate events, juvenile senior - Short program events, juvenile senior - Free dance events, juvenile senior - Short dance events, junior senior -Adult Gold and Masters events All competitors skating in these events need to submit the planned program content (PPC) form online. This form is found in the Member s Only section at The deadline to submit the form is August 11, Late PPC sheets will be accepted on paper forms with a $30 late fee. In this case, PPC paper form and late fee must be submitted at registration table as part of the check-in process. The LOC reserves the right to use the 6.0 system for some events if IJS-qualified officials are unavailable. The 6.0 Majority Judging System will be used for: - Well Balanced Program free skate events, pre-preliminary pre-juvenile - Introductory free skate events (beginner, high beginner, no-test) -All Basic skills events - All Test Track events - All specialty singles events (spins, jumps, compulsory moves, etc.) - All Showcase events REGISTRATION: Registration will be open one to two hours before the first event and run through the last event of the day. The registration table will be located in the lobby of the rink. Please register promptly upon arrival. Competitors who arrive after their warm-up group begins will be allowed to skate only at the discretion of the referee. If they do not skate, they will forfeit all fees for that event. PRACTICE ICE: Practice Ice will be scheduled each day of the competition. There will be no separate sessions for compulsory events. Skaters may practice their compulsory program during their regular practice ice sessions. We will have a separate dance practice session if there are enough entrants. It is suggested that you pre-reserve your practice ice when you register so that you will have first choice of times online once the schedule is published. The cost of practice ice is $20 per 25 minute session. Additional practice ice will be available for purchase on site and will cost $25 per 25 minute session. Music will be played on all morning sessions. Music will be played by draw. Music draw will take place on a first come, first served basis 30 minutes prior to the start of each session. There is no guarantee that everyone s music will be played, however every effort will be made to do so. There will be NO refunds on practice ice and practice ice is non-transferable. This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Page 3 of 22

4 Practice ice will be sold on the entryeeze website after the schedule has been posted until midnight September 10, Additional practice ice will be sold on site beginning Friday September 11, CRITIQUES: Critiques will be available for IJS events only (Juvenile/Open Juvenile-Senior, Adult Gold and Adult Masters). Skaters will be critiqued by a member of the officials panel that officiated on their event. Critique location and times will be posted on the official bulletin board and will generally occur right after the event concludes. Critique sign-ups must be made in advance. Sign-up is on the Entry Form. The cost of critiques are $10 per program. Critiques must be purchased on Entryeeze.com by the close of entry. PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEOGRAPHY: A professional videographer and photographer will be at the competition. Any other professional videotaping is prohibited. A parent may videotape only his/her own skater in the area specified for that purpose. VIDEOTAPING OR PHOTOGRAPHING ANY SKATER OTHER THAN YOUR OWN IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. For safety reasons, flash photography is prohibited. AWARDS: All events will award medals for levels 1 st thru 4 th place. In an effort to promote good sportsmanship, we ask that all award winners pose for the group picture even if you do not plan to purchase a picture. The Dena Darland Award This perpetual trophy will be awarded to the winner or winners of the Intermediate Ladies Well Balanced FREE SKATING Event. Dena Darland won the 1993 US Nationals Intermediate Ladies Event representing the Las Vegas FSC. This trophy is being donated in her honor. The perpetual trophy, with the winner s name engraved, will have a permanent home with the Las Vegas FSC. A smaller personal trophy representing this award will be presented to the winner. The Casey Link Award This perpetual trophy will be awarded to the winner or winners of the Novice Ladies Well Balanced FREE SKATING Event. Casey Link won the 1989 US Nationals Novice Ladies Event representing the Las Vegas FSC. This trophy is being donated in her honor. The perpetual trophy, with the winner s name engraved, will have a permanent home with the Las Vegas FSC. A smaller personal trophy representing this award will be presented to the winner. The Zack Sidhu Award This perpetual trophy will be awarded to the best male skater Novice or below in any event. Zack Sidhu was named to the Jr Grand Prix Team of 2009 representing the Las Vegas FSC in Pairs. This trophy is being donated in his honor. The perpetual trophy, with the winner s name engraved, will have a permanent home with the Las Vegas FSC. A smaller personal trophy representing this award will be presented to the winner. The City of Las Vegas Showcase Award This perpetual award will be awarded to the most outstanding performance in an artistic/showcase performance Desert Flower/Cactus Pete through Senior and Adults. This award is donated by the City of Las Vegas. Skaters will be judged by a separate panel of judges. The perpetual award, with the winner s name engraved, will have a permanent home with the Las Vegas FSC. A smaller personal trophy representing this award will be presented to the winner. This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Page 4 of 22

5 The LVFSC Award This perpetual award will be awarded solely for personality and showmanship Free Skate through Senior and adults. This award is donated by the Las Vegas Figure Skating Club and only home club members are eligible to be considered. Skaters will be judged by a separate panel of judges. The perpetual award, with the winner s name engraved, will have a permanent home with the Las Vegas FSC. A smaller personal trophy representing this award will be presented to the winner. OFFICIAL NOTICES: An official bulletin board will be maintained in the rink lobby. It is the responsibility of each competitor, parent and coach to check the bulletin board frequently for any schedule changes and/or additional information. Skaters are requested to arrive 45 minutes prior to the scheduled time of their event. A tentative schedule of events will be posted prior to the competition. INFORMATION REGARDING COACHES: U.S. Figure Skating Rule MR 5.11 Coach Compliance In order to be granted access to work within U.S. Figure Skating sanctioned activities, each coach must complete the following requirements on an annual basis by July 1: A. Must be a current full member of U.S. Figure Skating - either through a member club or as an individual member; B. Must complete the coach registration process through the U.S. Figure Skating Members Only site, submit proper payment for the annual registration fee of $30 and, if 18 years of age or older, successfully pass the background screen. C. Must complete the appropriate CER courses (A,B, C or D) depending on the highest level of students being coached as of July 1. See rule MR D. Must submit proof of current general liability insurance with limits of $1 million per occurrence/$5 million aggregate. 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. If a coach cannot provide a photo I.D. and is not on the list or cannot produce the necessary documents, he or she will not be allowed a credential no exceptions. We strongly urge all coaches to have their cards with them. Non-credentialed coaches will not be permitted in the designated coaching area at rink side during events including practice sessions. Coaching at U.S. Figure Skating events without compliance is an ethics violation which is reported to U.S. Figure Skating and PSA. For more information regarding Coach Compliance, please refer to: CONTACT INFO: If you have questions, please contact Erica Forsstrom enforsstrom@gmail.com (702) (cell) or Kim Culp culpscourt@aol.com This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Page 5 of 22

6 HOTEL ACCOMIDATIONS: Fiesta Rancho Hotel & Casino 2400 N Rancho Dr. North Las Vegas NV (702) Texas Station Hotel & Casino 2102 Texas Star Ln, North Las Vegas, NV (702) SINGLES FREE SKATING EVENTS See current rulebook or click here for current rules and requirements. Illustration of Singles Free Skating Events: Beginner High Beginner Introductory events No Test Test Track Free Skate Pre-Preliminary Preliminary Pre-Juvenile Juvenile Intermediate Novice Junior Senior Well Balanced Program Free Skate Pre-Preliminary Preliminary Pre-Juvenile Juvenile/Open Juv. Intermediate Novice Junior Senior This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Page 6 of 22

7 BASIC SKILLS ELIGIBILITY RULES FOR PARTICIPANTS The competition is open to ALL skaters who are current eligible (ER 1.00) members of either the Basic Skills Program and/or are full members of U.S. Figure Skating. To be eligible, skaters must have submitted a membership application or be a member in good standing. Members of other organizations are eligible to compete but must be registered with the host Basic Skills Program/club or any other Basic Skills Program/club. Eligibility will be based on skill level as of closing date of entries. All Snowplow Sam and Basic Skills 1-8 skaters must skate at highest level passed or one level higher and NO official U.S. Figure Skating tests may have been passed including MIF or individual dances. For the Free skate 1-6, Test Track and Well Balanced levels, eligibility will be based only upon highest free skate test level passed (moves in the field test level will not determine skater s competitive level). Skaters may skate at highest level passed OR one level higher BUT not both levels in the same event during the same competition. It is very important to the success of the competition that skaters are placed in the correct divisions. If, for whatever reason, the Local Organizing Committee discovers that a skater has been placed in a category that is below their class level, the chairman and referee will have the option to move the skater into the proper division, even if this has to be done the day of the competition. This will ensure that every event is as fair as possible to the competitors. Please be sure to check for the director/instructor s signature confirming the level of the skater. ELIGIBILITY RULES FOR INSTRUCTORS/COACHES When hosting a Basic Skills competition, it is important that you verify the credentials of each coach/instructor who plans to work on site at the event. You can verify the status of coaches/instructors by checking the lists on the U.S. Figure Skating website. This report can be found on and go to Coaches and click on the Information for Clubs or Basic Skills Instructor Registration pages. If a coach/ instructor attempts to work at your event without the proper credentials, he or she is in violation of U.S. Figure Skating ethics and code of conduct rules and, as such, is subject to disciplinary action. Please consult the Coach Compliance Toolkit for further information and the forms to report the violation. This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Page 7 of 22

8 FREE SKATE EVENTS 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. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed or skate up to one level higher 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 1. March followed by a two-foot glide and dip Snowplow 1:00 +/ Forward two-foot swizzles, 2-3 in a row Sam 1-3 max. 3. Forward snowplow stop 4. 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. Basic 5 1:00 +/-10 max. Basic 6 1:00 +/-10 max. Basic 7 1:00 +/-10 max. 1. 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 1. 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 1. 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 This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Page 8 of 22

9 Basic 8 1:00 +/-10 max. 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 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+/-10 sec 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 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 outside spiral, right or left 2. Beginning back spin entry optional, minimum two revolutions 3. Waltz jump, side toe hop, waltz jump sequence 4. Toe loop jump 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 1. Forward power 3's, 2-3 consecutive sets, right or left 2. Sit spin, minimum three revolutions 3. Loop jump 4. Waltz jump-loop jump combination 1. Camel spin, minimum three revolutions 2. Forward upright spin to back upright spin, minimum three revolutions each foot 3. Loop-loop jump combination 4. Flip jump 1. Camel, sit spin combination, minimum of four revolutions total 2. Split jump or stag jump 3. Waltz jump, ½ loop, Salchow jump sequence 4. Lutz jump This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Page 9 of 22

10 EVENT: Introductory Levels Free Skate Program 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. EVENT: Test Track Free Skate 1. Skaters may not enter both a Well-Balanced Free Skate event and a Test Track Free Skate event at the same nonqualifying competition. 2. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels. 3. Level will be determined by the highest Free Skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. 4. Minimum number of spin revolutions are in ( ) following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position. 5. The following deductions will be taken: from each mark for each technical element included that is not permitted in the event description from the technical mark for each extra element included from the technical mark for any spin that is less than the required minimum revolutions. 20Pre-Preliminary%20-%20Senior.doc EVENT: Free Skate This chart has been updated with changes from the U.S. Figure Skating Governing Council and ISU Congress that will go into effect July 1, WELL BALANCED PROGRAM Elements: SINGLES SHORT PROGRAM This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Page 10 of 22

11 Elements: EVENT: Adult Free Skate 1. Skaters may not enter both a Well Balanced Free Skate event and a Test Track Free Skate event at the same nonqualifying competition. 2. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels. 3. Level will be determined by the highest free skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. 4. Minimum number of spin revolutions are in parentheses following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position. 5. The following deductions will be taken: from each mark for each technical element included that is not permitted in the event description from the technical mark for each extra element included from the technical mark for any spin that is less than the required minimum revolutions. e%20events.doc COMPULSORY MOVES EVENT: Basic Elements Event: SNOWPLOW SAM BASIC 8 Each skater will perform one element at a time in the order listed below (no excessive connecting steps). 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 All elements must be skated in the order listed Level Time Skating rules/standards Snowplow Sam 1-3 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 Basic 1 Basic 2 1:00 max. 1:00 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 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 This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Page 11 of 22

12 Basic 3 Basic 4 Basic 5 Basic 6 Basic 7 Basic 8 1:00 max. 1:00 max. 1:00 max. 1:00 max. 1:00 max. 1:00 max. - 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, right and left - Forward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counter clockwise - Forward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directions - Backward stroking, 4-6 strokes - Backward snowplow stop, right or left - 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, right and left - Bunny Hop - Forward spiral on a straight line, right or left - Lunge, right or left - T-stop, right or left - Standstill forward inside open mohawk, right to left and left to right - 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, right and left - Waltz jump - Mazurka, either direction - 1 Combination move, clockwise or counter clockwise, two forward crossovers into 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 position - minimum three revolutions 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 - Advanced forward stroking, 4-6 consecutive Free Skate 1 1:15 max. - Backward outside three-turns, right and left - One-foot upright scratch spin from backward crossovers - minimum three revolutions - Waltz jump from backward crossovers - Half flip jump This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Page 12 of 22

13 Free Skate 2 Free Skate 3 Free Skate 4 Free Skate 5 Free Skate 6 1:15 max. 1:15 max. 1:15 max. 1:15 max. 1:15 max. - Forward outside or inside spiral, right or left - Waltz three's, right or left, 2-3 sets - Beginning back spin, entry optional minimum two revolutions - Waltz jump, side toe hop, waltz jump sequence - Toe loop jump - Forward crossovers in a figure 8 - Backward inside three-turns, right and left - 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, right or left - 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 - one 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 EVENT: Introductory Levels Compulsory Event Format: In simple program form, using a limited number of connecting steps, the skating order of the required elements is optional To be skated on ½ ice No music is allowed The skater must demonstrate the required elements and may use any additional elements from previous levels A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level Skaters may have the option to skate one level higher in compulsories than their free skate program s%20introductory%20levels.doc EVENT: COMPULSORY MOVES 1. Basic Skills Juvenile: Elements skated on ½ ice 2. Intermediate Senior: Elements skated on full-ice 3. Elements may be performed only once 4. Music is not allowed This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Page 13 of 22

14 EVENT: Adult Compulsory Moves 1. Spins may be skated in any order. Connecting steps are allowed, but will not be taken into consideration in scoring. Spins may not be repeated. On required elements may be included. 2. All events are skated on ½ ice. 3. Minimum number of revolutions are noted in parentheses. 20Moves.doc JUMPS and SPINS CHALLENGES SINGLES JUMPS CHALLENGE EVENT: Jumps Challenge 1. Each jump may be attempted twice; the best attempt will be counted. 2. Pre-juvenile and lower will be skated ½ ice; Juvenile senior will be skated on full ice 3. Jumps with an * must be preceded with connecting steps (intermediate senior) %20ALL%20(introductory%20+%20pre-pre%20-%20senior).doc EVENT: Adult Jumps Challenge 1. Each jump may be attempted twice; the best attempt will be counted. 2. Adult silver and lower will be skated ½ ice; adult gold masters junior/senior will be skated on full ice 3. Jumps with an * must be preceded with connecting steps (intermediate senior) allenge.doc SINGLES SPINS CHALLENGE EVENT: Spins Challenge 1. Spins may be skated in any order. Connecting steps are allowed, but will not be taken into consideration in scoring. Spins may not be repeated. Only required elements may be included. 2. All events are skated on ½ ice. Variations of required basic position are permitted. 3. Minimum number of revolutions are noted in parentheses. 20pre-preliminary%20-%20senior.doc This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Page 14 of 22

15 EVENT: Adult Spins Challenge 1. Spins may be skated in any order. Connecting steps are allowed, but will not be taken into consideration in scoring. Spins may not be repeated. On required elements may be included. 2. All events are skated on ½ ice. 3. Minimum number of revolutions are noted in parentheses. STEP SEQUENCES EVENT: Step Sequences 1. Levels are based on the skaters highest Moves in the Field test passed. 2. Music of skater s choice, including vocal music, not to exceed the maximum (less time is fine). 3. Skates perform two different step sequences of their choice; any shape or pattern is permitted; however, skaters must make it clear when their first step sequence ends, and their second begins. 4. Each of the step sequences must include the required steps and/or turns listed for each level. 5. Each step sequence may, and is encouraged to, include additional steps or turns. 6. Each step sequence must utilize the full ice surface. 7. Skaters are encouraged to focus on edge quality, clarity of turns, multi-directional and one-foot skating. 0Pre-Preliminary%20-%20Senior.doc SINGLES MOVES IN THE FIELD EVENT: Moves in the field 1. Levels are based on the skaters highest Moves in the field test passed. 2. A moves in the field competition event will consist of the skater performing two moves in the field patterns. 3. The patterns to be skated depend on which quarter of the year the competition is held. The skater will perform the two patterns listed for their level, based upon the date of the competition. If the competition falls over two quarters (for example, June 30th July 2nd), the moves will be selected based on the start date of the competition listed in the announcement (in this example, the 2nd quarter). 4. Each skater will complete both of their required patterns consecutively in the order listed, pausing briefly in between. 5. The host club may choose to play background music, at a low volume, at their discretion. %20Pre-Preliminary%20-%20Senior.doc This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Page 15 of 22

16 SHOWCASE EVENTS Current guidelines and procedures for nonqualifying showcase competitions can be found at under Programs on the National Showcase page. EVENT: Basic Skills Showcase Events Format: Showcase groups will be divided by number of entries and ages if possible. Vocal music is permitted and 6.0 judging will be used. Deductions will be made for skaters including technical elements not permitted in the event description. 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. Production ensembles: Theatrical performances by eight to 30 skaters. NOTE: Skaters may enter only one each duet, mini production or production event. 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 0.2 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 and artistic qualities. Technical skating skills and difficulty will not be rewarded; 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. Current guidelines and procecures for nonqualifying showcase competitions can be found at under Programs on the National Showcase page. Interpretative Events and Levels LEVEL ELEMENTS QUALIFICATIONS Basic 1-8 Free skate 1-6/ Limited beginner/ Beginner/Adult 1-4 No-test/ Pre-preliminary/ Adult pre-bronze Elements only from Basic 1-8 curriculum 3 jump maximum, ½ rotation jumps only, plus the following full rotation jumps: Salchow and toe loop. 3 jump maximum. No Axels or double jumps permitted. May not have passed any higher than Basic 8 level. May not have passed any official U.S. Figure Skating free skate tests. Must have passed no higher than U.S. Figure Skating pre-preliminary or adult pre-bronze free skate test. PROGRAM LENGTH Time 1:00 Max Time: 1:30 Max Time: 1:30 Max This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Page 16 of 22

17 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 EVENT: Showcase Events Dramatic Entertainment Events Format: Programs should express intense emotional connection and investment in the music, choreography and theme concept through related skating movements, gestures and physical actions. Props and scenery are permitted 1. Level will be determined by the highest free skate or dance (solo or partnered) test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. 2. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline 3. Current guidelines and procecures for nonqualifying showcase competitions can be found at under Programs on the National Showcase page nts.doc EVENT: Showcase Events Light Entertainment Events Format: Showcase program that should express a carefree concept or storyline designed to uplift and entertain the audience through related skating movements, gestures and physical actions. Props and Scenery are permitted 1. Level will be determined by the highest free skate or dance (solo or partnered) test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. 2. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline 3. Current guidelines and grocecures for nonqualifying showcase competitions can be found at under Programs on the National Showcase page doc This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Page 17 of 22

18 EVENT: Showcase Events Interpretative Events Format: Interpretive is a performance choreographed by the competitor, unaccompanied and unassisted, to music supplied by the competition committee / LOC. Programs should incorporate various elements of expressive movement and skating moves, to enhance the skater s interpretation of the music, rather than technical elements. The music will be played during a 30-minute off-ice session and twice during an on-ice warm-up prior to the performance. o The room will be attended only by the adult monitor assigned to play the music and the competing skaters in that group. After the warm up skaters will go back to a room, with no music being played. Skaters will be brought to the ice when the previous skater finishes. All competitors in an event will interpret the same music. Props are permitted but must be brought into the room prior to listening to the music, and be taken to the ice only when the skater is called to perform. Props may not be prepositioned on the performance surface. Current guidelines and procedures for nonqualifying showcase competitions can be found at under Programs on the National Showcase page. EVENT: Showcase Events Duet Events Format: Duets are theatrical or artistic performances by any competitors. Props and scenery ARE permitted. 1. Level will be determined by the highest free skate or dance (solo or partnered) test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. 2. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline Current guidelines and procedures for nonqualifying showcase competitions can be found at under Programs on the National Showcase page. EVENT: Showcase Events Production Ensemble Events Formats: Mini production ensemble events are theatrical performances by three to seven competitors. Props and scenery are permitted. Programs are performed under full arena lighting Production ensemble events are theatrical performances by eight or more competitors. Theatre On Ice teams are eligible as production ensembles. Props and scenery are allowed. Programs are performed under full arena lighting o NOTE: Skaters may enter only one duet, mini production or production event. This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Page 18 of 22

19 1. Level will be determined by the highest free skate or dance (solo or partnered) test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. 2. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline. Current guidelines and procedures for nonqualifying showcase competitions can be found at under Programs on the National Showcase page. ble%20events.doc SPECIAL OLYMPICS EVENTS The Special Olympics Sports Skills Program is designed for people with mental handicaps who may exhibit any number of physical impairments. The Special Olympic Figure Skating Badge Program allows athletes to learn skills in a progressive order and earn badges at each level. Athletes who complete the Special Olympics Badge Program will be prepared to move into the existing badge program at local rinks. This program is offered at Spring Fest 2014 to give skaters with mental handicaps a place to perform and celebrate their accomplishments. All Skaters will receive an award. Competition Format: Badge levels 1-4 program length will be 1 min +/- 10 seconds. Badge levels 5-12 program length will be 1:30 +/- 10 seconds. Skaters may perform one maneuver from a higher level. Vocal music is allowed. Coaches are permitted to accompany competitors on the ice. Badge Level 1 Stand unassisted for 5 seconds Fall and stand up unassisted Knee dip standing still unassisted March forward 10 steps unassisted Badge Level 3 Backward wiggle or march 5 Forward swizzles covering at least 10 feet Forward skating across the rink Forward gliding dip covering at least length of body Badge Level 2 March forward 10 steps unassisted Swizzles, standing still (3 repetitions) Backward wiggle or march assisted 2-foot glide forward for distance of at least length of body Badge Level 4 Backward 2-foot glide covering at least length of body 2-foot jump in place 1-foot snowplow stop (left or right) Forward 1-foot glide covering at least length of body (left and right) This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Page 19 of 22

20 Badge Level 5 Forward stroking across the rink 5 backward swizzles covering at least 10 feet Forward 2-foot curves left and right across rink 2-foot turn front to back, on the spot Badge Level 6 Gliding forward to backward 2-foot turn 5 consecutive forward 1-foot swizzles on circle (left and right) Backward 1-foot glide length of body (left and right) Forward pivot Badge Level 7 Backward stroking across the rink Gliding backward to forward 2-foot turn T-stop left or right Forward 2-foot turn on a circle (left and right) Badge Level 8 5 consecutive forward crossovers (left and right) Forward outside edge (left and right) 5 consecutive backward swizzles on a circle (left and right) 2-foot spin Badge Level 9 Forward outside 3-turn (left and right) Forward inside edge (left and right) Forward lunge or shoot the duck at any depth Bunny hop Badge Level 10 Forward inside 3-turn (left and right) 5 consecutive backward crossovers (left and right) Hockey stop Forward spiral 3 times length of body Badge Level 11 Consecutive forward outside edges * Consecutive forward inside edge* Forward inside mohawk (left and right) Consecutive backward outside edges* Consecutive backward inside edges* (*minimum 2 on each foot) Badge Level 12 Waltz jump 1-foot spin (minimum of three revolutions) Forward crossover, inside Mohawk, backward crossover, step forward (step sequence should be repeated clockwise and counterclockwise) Combination of three moves chosen from badges 9-12 VISIT: TO REGISTER This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Page 20 of 22

21 2015 SILVER STATE OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP ENTRY FORM Name: U.S. Figure Skating # Date of Birth: Sex: Address: Cell phone: Name of parent or guardian: Highest MITF test: Highest dance test: Home figure skating club: Coach name: Coach Highest free skate test: Highest pairs test: Coach U.S. Figure Skating# Coach cell phone: Please mark an X in the box next to events you are entering. BASIC SKILLS ARTISTIC Compulsory Program Light Drama Duet Snowplow Sam Basic 1 Basic 2 Basic 3 Basic 4 Basic 5 Basic 6 Basic 7 Basic 8 INTRODUCTORY ARTISTIC CHALLENGE Free Skate 1 Free Skate 2 Free Skate 3 Free Skate 4 Free Skate 5 Free Skate 6 Beginner High Beginner No Test Compulsory Program Light Drama Duet Jumps Spins This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Page 21 of 22

22 FREE SKATE Well Balanced Test Track Short Program Compulsory Light Drama ARTISTIC Duet Jumps Spins CHALLENGE Step Sequence Moves in the Field Pre-Preliminary Preliminary Pre-Juvinile Juvinile Intermediate Novice Junior Senior Special Olympics Event: Level: PAYMENT INFORMATION: First Event Additional Event Additional Event Practice Ice Critiques Total: $ $ $ $ $ $ The completed entry form, with fees, must be postmarked no later than August 11, 2015 Make check or money order payable to Las Vegas FSC and mail to: Las Vegas FSC, PO Box , Las Vegas, NV For additional information call: Erica Forsstrom/ (702) /enforsstrom@gmail.com ENTRY FEES ARE NOT REFUNDABLE AFTER THE ENTRY DEADLINE UNLESS AN EVENT IS CANCELED. Certification of Competitor: The Competitor is eligible to enter the events checked. It is agreed that the competitor and family holds the (Silver State Open Championship/Las Vegas FSC/SoBe Ice Arena/Fiesta Hotel & Casino) harmless from any and all liability either during practice or the competition, and from any and all liability for damages to or loss of property. Instructor/coach has verified that the skater/team is entered in the correct level. The Program Director/Club Officer has verified that the skater/team is in good standing. Parent/Guardian Signature Date Competitor Signature Date Instructor/Coach Signature Date Program Director/Club Officer Date This event is a standard U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competition Page 22 of 22