Hosted by: Glacier Falls Figure Skating Club

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1 Hosted by: Glacier Falls Figure Skating Club

2 Skate SWP, the non-qualifying competition held in conjunction with the 2019 Southwest Pacific Regional 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 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. 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. Age restrictions/requirements: Skaters entering juvenile free skate events (Well Balanced Program) must be 12 years of age or younger as of the close of entries. Skaters entering open juvenile free skate events (Well Balanced Program), must be 13 years of age or older 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 will only be accepted online via Online registration opens July 25, 2018 and closes September 1, Skaters wishing to register for the competition will need their U.S. Figure Skating/Learn to Skate USA member number and password. a. Need help with your member number (U.S. Figure Skating or Learn to Skate USA) and/or password, memberservices@usfigureskating.org. FEIGN SKATERS: Non-U.S. skaters intending to register for this competition must set up a non-member account prior to registering for the competition. This can be done by choosing the Non-Member? Create Account option on the Members Only login page. For additional information, click here. PARTNERED EVENTS: Only one partner needs to complete registration for the team. During the registration process, you will be asked to identify your partner and verify their test information. The registered partner will be responsible for managing all aspects of the competition for the team including music/ppc upload, practice ice sales, etc. REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Go to 2. Select the blue EMS button 3. Choose COMPETITION REGISTRATION from the right-hand menu 4. Under Non-Qualifying Competition, find Skate SWP and click REGISTER NOW IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE WITH REGISTRATION EMS, PRODUCTSUPPT@USFIGURESKATING.G

3 EMS SKATER PTAL: Once online registration has been completed, you will gain access to your EMS Skater Portal for this competition. This is where you will manage music and PPC upload as well as purchase practice ice, view the competition schedule (once available) and update coach information. To access your skater portal, click the BLUE Event Management System button on the Members Only landing page then select the competition name from options at the bottom of the screen. REFUND POLICY: Entry fees will not be refunded after entry deadline unless no competition exists or the event is canceled. There will be no refunds for medical withdrawals. The online processing fees are not refundable. Payment of the entry fee will be required before the skater is allowed to participate in practice ice or events. FACILITIES: The competition will be held at The Rinks- Anaheim. 300 West Lincoln Avenue, Anaheim, CA (714) The facility has two sheets of the ice. The NHL surface is 200 x 85 with slightly rounded corners. The Olympic surface is 200 x 100 with slightly rounded corners. The facility has a snack bar and a Pro-shop. Parking for the competition will be in the parking garage across the street from the facility. Parking validation is available inside the lobby. MUSIC: All competition music must be electronically submitted via the EMS Skater Portal through the Music & Program Content tab no later than September 10, A late fee of $10.00 will be charged for all music entries after September 10, All music must meet the following criteria. If you have questions about what format you have, please contact your coach and get a new version of your music that meets the criteria listed below. MUSIC CRITERIA: File Format: MP3 (only format EMS will accept) o For assistance with file conversation, click here. Bit Rate: 192 kbps or higher and Sample Rate: 44,100 khz o This will be verified by the music chair and they may request you upload a corrected file Leaders and trailers (the silence or "dead space" before and after the actual start and end of the program music) may not exceed two (2) seconds. We prefer that there be NO leaders or trailers at all. Excessive leaders and trailers may disrupt the playing of the music during competition. Competitors must also bring a copy of their competition music on CD as a backup in case of technical difficulties and must be available rink side during the competition. Only CDs (standard CD-R format only) will be accepted for backups and must be clearly marked with the competitor s name, event, and running time. LIABILITY: U.S. Figure Skating, Glacier Falls FSC and The Rinks 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 SYSTEMS: INTERNATIONAL JUDGING SYSTEM The International Judging System (IJS) will be used for the following events: -Well balanced program free skate event segments: No Test through Pre-Juvenile & Open Juvenile

4 PROGRAM CONTENT: DEADLINE: September 10, 2018 Competitors participating in IJS events must submit their PPC via the EMS Skater Portal no later than September 10, Program content must be entered under the Music & Program Content tab of your EMS for this competition. The 6.0 majority Judging System will be used for: - Well Balanced Program free skate event segments: Beginner and High Beginner - All Learn to Skate events - All specialty singles events, Spins, Jumps, and Compulsory moves - All Showcase events - Adult Showcase Events Lodging: The official hotel is the Ayer s Hotel, Anaheim. It is located at 2550 E. Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA Their website is Hotel accommodations are available at a discounted rate. Please call the hotel directly to make reservations. Reservations must be made before June 30 th to receive the discount. Their telephone number is (714) The hotel is nearby all Anaheim attractions, including Disneyland, Anaheim Stadium, Downtown Disney, Honda Center and The Rinks - Anaheim. REGISTRATION: Registration will begin on October 18, 2018 and end on October 21, 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 competition facility. Please register promptly upon arrival. LOCKER ROOMS AND CHANGING AREAS: Please click here to review the Locker Rooms and Changing Area policy. More detailed information can be found in the SafeSport Handbook. PRACTICE ICE: All practice ice will be available for purchase online through the EMS Skater Portal. A timeline for practice ice sales periods will be available for viewing on the Main page of your skater portal. For additional information regarding practice ice offerings, visit your competition website. PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEOGRAPHY: Action photography and Videography will be available for purchase at the rink during the competition. All other videotaping and photography is restricted to hand held battery operated equipment, without monopod or tripod. No photography or videotaping, except by the official photographer, without the express permission of the person being photographed or videotaped is allowed. Photography or videotaping for any commercial purpose is strictly prohibited. Flash photography is prohibited at all times during the competition AWARDS: Medals will be awarded to first through fourth place winners for all events. In events with qualifying rounds, medals will be awarded for first through fourth place finishers in each qualifying round in addition to the final round winners. OFFICIAL NOTICES: An official bulletin board will be maintained in the 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. IMPTANT NOTICE F ALL COACHES: To be a credentialed coach at a sanctioned nonqualifying competition, coaches must meet the following requirements:

5 U.S. Figure Skating athletes: Current member in good standing with U.S. Figure Skating Completed background check (green light status) Completed SafeSport Training* Continuing Education Requirements (CERs) for the Competition Season Proof of current general liability insurance with limits of $1 million per occurrence/$5 million aggregate. Compete USA athletes: Learn to Skate USA Instructor membership U.S. Figure Skating full membership Completed SafeSport Training* (for coaches 18 years old and over) Completed background check (green light status) (for coaches 18 years old and over) Learn to Skate USA Instructor Certification completed (for coaches under 18 years old) *SafeSport training is available through for full members of U.S. Figure Skating (through Learn to Skate USA portal for instructors). There is no cost to this training and certification is valid for 2 seasons The LOC will have a list of compliant coaches who are approved to receive 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. There can be no exceptions to this policy. For more information regarding Coach Compliance, please visit: CONTACT INFO: If you have questions, please contact Bob Marchese at bmarch47@yahoo.com. EVENT FEES Well Balanced Free Skate Events: No Test through Open-Juvenile & Adult $ Showcase Events: 1 st Event: $ nd +: $75.00 (w/ Free Skate) Specialty Singles Events: 1 st Event: $ nd +: $75.00 (w/ Free Skate/Showcase) Compete USA Events: 1 st Event: $ nd +: $50.00

6 SINGLES FREE SKATE EVENTS Excel Requirements (Beginner & High Beginner): Well Balanced Free Skate (No Test through Open Juvenile): Adult Well Balanced (Adult Bronze through Adult Gold): General event parameters: SINGLES COMPULSY MOVES: Beginner Open Juvenile 1. No Test Juvenile: Elements skated on ½ ice 2. Intermediate Senior: Elements skated on full-ice 3. The skater must demonstrate the required elements (performed once only) and may use any additional elements from previous levels. 4. A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level. 5. Music is not allowed. 6. Skaters may compete at their test level or one level higher. Level Time Skating rules/standards 1. Loop jump No-Test 1:15 max. 2. Jump combination to include a toe loop (may not use a loop or Axel) 3. Solo spin - sit or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Spiral sequence, must include a forward and backward spiral. Additional spirals and balance moves may be included. 1. Toe Loop jump Pre- 1:15 max. 2. Jump combination: single/single (no Axel) Preliminary 3. Sit spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Spiral sequence with one forward spiral and one backward spiral (any edge) 1. Single Lutz Preliminary 1:15 max. 2. Jump combination: single/single (may include Axel) 3. Back upright spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Forward inside spiral Pre Juvenile Juvenile & Open Juv. 1:15 max. 1:15 max. 1. Single jump (may include Axel) 2. Jump combination: single/single (may include Axel) 3. Layback spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Step sequence - circular 1. Single Axel 2. Jump combination: single/single or double/single 3. Layback spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Step sequence circular

7 SINGLES JUMPS CHALLENGE: Beginner Open Juvenile General event parameters: 1. Each jump may be attempted twice; the best attempt will be counted. 2. Pre-juvenile and lower will be skated ½ ice; Juvenile senior will be skated on full ice 3. Jumps with an * must be preceded with connecting steps (intermediate senior) Level Time Skating rules / standards 1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) Beginner 1:15 max. 2. ½ flip or ½ Lutz 3. Single Salchow 1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) High 1:15 max. 2. Single Salchow Beginner 3. Jump combination waltz jump-toe loop 1. Single toe loop No-Test 1:15 max. 2. Single loop 3. Jump combination Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel) Pre Preliminary Preliminary Pre Juvenile Juvenile & Open Juv. 1:15 max. 1:15 max. 1:15 max. 1:15 max. 1. Single toe loop 2. Single flip 3. Jump combination - Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel) 1. Single flip 2. Single Lutz 3. Jump combination Any single jump + single loop (may be Axel) 1. Single Axel 2. Single or double jump 3. Jump combination single/single (no Axel) 1. Single Axel 2. Double Salchow 3. Jump combination single/single or double/single (no Axel)

8 SHOWCASE EVENTS: No Test Pre-Juvenile & Adult: Pre-Bronze - Masters 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. The entire gamut of emotions may be expressed including intense joy and/or introspectiveness. Props and scenery ARE permitted. General event parameters: 1. Level will be determined by the highest free skate or dance (solo or partnered) test passed, as listed in the table below. 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 procedures for nonqualifying showcase competitions can be found at under Programs on the National Showcase page. Dramatic Entertainment Levels: Except for Adult events, skaters must compete at the highest level for which they qualify. Event Must meet requirements* Must have passed Free Skating or Dance test (solo or partnered standard track) Must not have passed Free Skate or Dance (solo or partnered) Test or higher Age Time No Test (does not qualify for National Showcase) No Free Skate test passed Pre-Preliminary Free Skate Any Free Dance No age restriction 1:30 max Pre-Preliminary (does not qualify for National Showcase) Pre-Preliminary Free Skate Preliminary Free Skate Any Free Dance No age restriction 1:30 max Preliminary Preliminary Free Skate Pre Juvenile Free Skate Juvenile Free Dance No minimum age (max age 20) 1:40 max Pre Juvenile Pre Juvenile Free Skate Juvenile Free Skate Juvenile Free Dance No minimum age (max age 20) 1:40 max Event Must meet requirements* Must have passed Free Skate or Dance Test (solo or partnered, standard, adult, or masters track) Must not have passed Free Skate or Dance Test (solo or partnered; standard, adult, or masters track) or higher Age Time Adult Pre- Bronze (does not qualify for National Showcase) Adult Pre-Bronze Free Skate Pre-Preliminary Free Skate Adult Bronze Free Skate Preliminary Free Skate Any Free Dance Adult Bronze Adult Bronze Free Skate Preliminary Free Skate Juvenile Free Dance Pre-Bronze Dance Test (prior to 4/30/17) Adult Silver Free Skate Pre Juvenile Free Skate Adult Silver Free Dance Intermediate Free Dance Preliminary Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000) 3rd Figure (prior to 10/1/77)

9 Adult Silver Adult Silver Free Skate Juvenile Free Skate (prior to 10/1/94) Pre Juvenile Free Skate Adult Silver Free Dance Intermediate Free Dance Preliminary Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000) 3 rd Figure (prior to 10/1/77) Adult Gold Free Skate Juvenile Free Skate (On/after 10/1/94) Adult Gold Free Dance Novice Free Dance Bronze Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000) 4 th Figure (prior to 10/1/77) Adult Gold Adult Gold Free Skate Juvenile Free Skate Adult Gold Free Dance Novice Free Dance 3 rd Figure (prior to 10/1//77) Intermediate FS (on/after 10/1/91) Junior Free Dance Silver Free Dance (Prior to 9/2/2000) 5 th Figure Test (prior to 10/1/77) Masters Intermediate Free Skate Adult Gold Free Dance Junior Free Dance Silver Free Dance (Prior to 9/2/2000) 3 rd Figure Test (prior to 10/1/77) 8 th Figure Test (10/1/77-9/30/79) 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. General event parameters: 4. 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. 5. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline. 6. Current guidelines and procedures for nonqualifying showcase competitions can be found at under Programs on the National Showcase page. Light Entertainment Levels: Except for Adult events, skaters must compete at the highest level for which they qualify. Event Must meet requirements* Must have passed Free Skating or Dance test (solo or partnered standard track) Must not have passed Free Skate or Dance (solo or partnered) Test or higher Age Time No Test (does not qualify for National Showcase) No Free Skate test passed Pre-Preliminary Free Skate Any Free Dance No age restriction 1:30 max

10 Pre-Preliminary (does not qualify for National Showcase) Pre-Preliminary Free Skate Preliminary Free Skate Any Free Dance No age restriction 1:30 max Preliminary Preliminary Free Skate Pre Juvenile Free Skate Juvenile Free Dance No minimum age (max age 20) 1:40 max Pre Juvenile Pre Juvenile Free Skate Juvenile Free Skate Juvenile Free Dance No minimum age (max age 20) 1:40 max Event Must meet requirements* Must have passed Free Skate or Dance Test (solo or partnered, standard, adult, or masters track) Must not have passed Free Skate or Dance Test (solo or partnered; standard, adult, or masters track) or higher Age Time Adult Pre- Bronze (does not qualify for National Showcase) Adult Pre-Bronze Free Skate Pre-Preliminary Free Skate Adult Bronze Free Skate Preliminary Free Skate Any Free Dance Adult Bronze Adult Bronze Free Skate Preliminary Free Skate Juvenile Free Dance Pre-Bronze Dance Test (prior to 4/30/17) Adult Silver Free Skate Pre Juvenile Free Skate Adult Silver Free Dance Intermediate Free Dance Preliminary Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000) 3rd Figure (prior to 10/1/77) Adult Silver Adult Silver Free Skate Juvenile Free Skate (prior to 10/1/94) Pre Juvenile Free Skate Adult Silver Free Dance Intermediate Free Dance Preliminary Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000) 3 rd Figure (prior to 10/1/77) Adult Gold Free Skate Juvenile Free Skate (On/after 10/1/94) Adult Gold Free Dance Novice Free Dance Bronze Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000) 4 th Figure (prior to 10/1/77) Adult Gold Adult Gold Free Skate Juvenile Free Skate Adult Gold Free Dance Novice Free Dance 3 rd Figure (prior to 10/1//77) Intermediate FS (on/after 10/1/91) Junior Free Dance Silver Free Dance (Prior to 9/2/2000) 5 th Figure Test (prior to 10/1/77) Masters Intermediate Free Skate Adult Gold Free Dance Junior Free Dance Silver Free Dance (Prior to 9/2/2000) 3 rd Figure Test (prior to 10/1/77) 8 th Figure Test (10/1/77-9/30/79) * For the US Adult Championships and adult sectional championships, skaters must meet the test requirements for the level at which they want to compete; rules apply,; and the same level must be chosen for all showcase events at the competition (for example, a skater may not compete in Masters Dramatic Entertainment and Adult Gold Light Entertainment events at the same competition). Adult athletes wishing to be grandfathered into a higher level based on participation at the Adult Championships or National Showcase prior to 4/30/17 may make this request to the National Vice Chair for

11 National Showcase. For all other competitions, skaters must compete at their test level or one level higher, per the above chart. For Basic Skills levels and events, please refer to the U.S. Figure Skating Compete USA Competition Manual for Showcase event levels, elements, qualifications, program lengths and descriptions. For events offered, refer to the competition announcement. ELIGIBILITY RULES F PARTICIPANTS The competition is open to ALL skaters who are current eligible (ER 1.00) members of either the Learn to Skate USA program and those who are full members of U.S. Figure Skating. Members of other organizations are eligible to compete but must be registered with Learn to Skate USA or a member club. There will be no more than six competitors maximum in an event and all six should receive an award. Eligibility and Test Requirements: Eligibility will be based on skill level as of closing date of entries. All Snowplow Sam and Basic Skills 1-6 skaters must skate at highest level passed or one level higher and NO official U.S. Figure Skating tests may have been passed, including Moves in the Field or individual dances. For the Pre-Free Skate, Free Skate 1-6, Introductory, 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 one level higher, but not both levels in the same event during the same competition. Skaters may not compete at more than one level in the same type event at 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 his/her 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. It is an ethical violation for coaches to sandbag an event. ELIGIBILITY RULES F INSTRUCTS/COACHES When hosting a Compete USA 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 by going to the Coaches page and clicking on the Information for Clubs or Learn to Skate USA Instructor Registration pages.

12 At a minimum, instructors/coaches 18 years and older must have a cleared background check and must be a current member of either Learn to Skate USA and/or full U.S. Figure Skating member. For the Pre-free skate, 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 one level higher, but not both levels in the same event during the same competition. Skaters may not compete at more than one level in the same type event at the same competition. SHOWCASE EVENTS Showcase events are open to skaters in Basic, Free Skate, Limited Beginner through Preliminary and Adult Bronze. Groups will be divided by number of entries and ages if possible. Skaters must enter at the same level as their free skate event or highest test level of skater s in the group ensemble or production number. If a free skate event is not being entered, skaters must enter at their current test level or one level higher. Vocal music is permitted. Show costumes are permitted, as long as they do not touch or drag on the ice. Props and scenery must be placed and removed by unaided singles and duet competitors within one minute and by unaided ensemble contestants within two minutes for setup and two minutes for removal. A 0.2 deduction will be assessed by the referee against each judge s mark for each five seconds in excess of the time allowed for the performance, for handling props and scenery and for scenery assistance. Performances will be judged from an entertainment standpoint, for theatrical qualities. Technical skating skills and difficulty will not be rewarded as such; however, skating must be the major element of the performance and be of sufficient quality to support the selected theatrical elements. Unintended falls, poorly executed skating elements and obvious losses of control will reduce contestant s marks. Jump difficulty is not rewarded in showcase; therefore jumps, if choreographed, should be performed with style, flow and confidence. Theatrical elements evaluated will include energy, poise, acting, pantomime, eye contact, choreography, form/extension and the use of props and ice. 6.0 Judging will be used. Deductions will be made for skaters including technical elements not permitted in the event description. * For specific guidelines regarding the conduct of Showcase competitions, refer to the Nonqualifying Showcase Guidelines posted on Showcase categories may include: Levels can be subdivided, if necessary, depending on entry numbers and event set up 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. Theater On Ice teams are eligible as production ensembles. NOTE: Skaters may enter only one each duet, mini production or production event. PROGRAM LEVEL ELEMENTS QUALIFICATIONS LENGTH Basic 1-6 Elements only from Basic 1-6 May not have passed any higher Time: 1:00

13 Pre-Free Skate- Free Skate 6/ Beginner/High Beginner/ Adult 1-6 No Test/ Pre-Preliminary/ Adult Pre-Bronze Preliminary/ Adult Bronze curriculum than Basic 6 level. max. 3 jump maximum. ½ rotation May not have passed any official jumps only, plus the following full U.S. Figure Skating free skate rotation jumps: Salchow and toe tests. loop. 3 jump maximum. No Axels or double jumps permitted. 3 jump maximum. Axels are permitted, but no double jumps allowed. Must have passed no higher than U.S. Figure Skating Pre- Preliminary or Adult pre-bronze free skate test. Must have passed no higher than U.S. Figure Skating Preliminary free skate or Adult Bronze test. Time: 1:30 max. Time: 1:30 max. Time: 1:40 max.

14 SNOWPLOW SAM BASIC 6 ELEMENTS Format choice of the host: Each skater will perform each element when directed by a judge or referee or have the option to perform one element at a time in the order listed below (no excessive connecting steps). Referee driven format examples: all skaters perform first element before moving on to the next and so on, or each skater performs all of the required elements before moving on to the next skater. 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 March followed by a two-foot glide and dip Snowplow 1:00 max. Forward two-foot swizzles, 2-3 in a row Sam Forward snowplow stop Backward wiggles, 2-6 in a row Forward two-foot glide and dip Basic 1 1:00 max. Forward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row Beginning snowplow stop on two-feet or one-foot Backward wiggles, 6-8 in a row Forward one-foot glide, either foot Basic 2 1:00 max. Scooter pushes, right and left foot, 2-3 each foot Moving snowplow stop Two-foot turn in place, forward to backward Backward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row Beginning forward stroking showing correct use of blade Basic 3 1:00 max. Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counter clockwise, 4-6 consecutive Forward slalom Beginning backward one-foot glide, either foot Moving forward to backward two-foot turn on a circle Backward one-foot glides, right and left Basic 4 1:00 max. Forward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counter clockwise Forward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directions Beginning two-foot spin, maximum 2-4 revolutions Backward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, one direction only Backward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise Backward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directions Basic 5 1:00 max. Advanced two-foot spin, maximum 4-6 revolutions Forward outside three-turn, right and left Hockey stop Forward inside three-turn, right and left Basic 6 1:00 max. Bunny Hop Forward spiral on a straight line, right or left Beginning one-foot spin, 2-4 revolutions, optional free leg held position and entry T-stop, right or left

15 PRE-FREE SKATE FREE SKATE 6 PROGRAM WITH MUSIC 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 steps and transitions should be demonstrated throughout the program. 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. Bonus skills from the same level or below are allowed but will not be judged elements. A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level. Time 1:40 max. Level Time Skating rules/standards Two forward crossovers into a forward inside Mohawk, step down and cross behind, step into one backward crossover and step to a Pre-Free 1:40 max forward inside edge, clockwise and counterclockwise One-foot upright spin, optional entry and free-foot position (minimum Skate three revolutions Mazurka Waltz jump Forward power stroking, 4-6 consecutive strokes Free Skate 1 1:40 max Upright spin, entry from backward crossovers - minimum 4-6 revolutions Toe loop jump Half flip jump Free Skate 2 1:40 max. Alternating forward outside and inside spirals on a continuous axis (2 sets) Beginning back spin, up to two revolutions Half Lutz Salchow jump Free Skate 3 1:40 max Alternating Mohawk/crossover sequence, right to left and left to right Advanced back spin with free foot in crossed leg position, min 3 revs Loop jump Waltz jump-toe loop or Salchow-toe loop jump combination Forward power 3's, 2-3 consecutive sets, right or left Free Skate 4 1:40 max. Sit spin - minimum three revolutions Half Loop jump Flip jump Backward outside three-turn, Mohawk (backward power Free Skate 5 1:40 max. three-turn), both directions Camel spin - minimum three revolutions Waltz-loop jump combination Lutz jump Split jump or stag jump Free Skate 6 1:40 max. Camel, sit spin combination - minimum of four revolutions total Waltz jump, ½ loop, Salchow jump sequence Beginning Axel jump

16 SNOWPLOW SAM BASIC 6 PROGRAM WITH MUSIC 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. 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. Bonus skills from the same level or below are allowed but will not be judged elements. Level Time Skating rules/standards March followed by a two-foot glide and dip Snowplow 1:10 max. Forward two-foot swizzles, 2-3 in a row Sam Forward snowplow stop Backward wiggles, 2-6 in a row Forward two-foot glide and dip Basic 1 1:10 max. Forward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row Beginning snowplow stop on two-feet or one-foot Backward wiggles, 6-8 in a row Forward one-foot glide, either foot Basic 2 1:10 max. Scooter pushes, right and left foot, 2-3 each foot Moving snowplow stop Two-foot turn in place, forward to backward Backward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row Beginning forward stroking showing correct use of blade Basic 3 1:10 max. Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counter clockwise, 4-6 consecutive Forward slalom Beginning backward one-foot glide, either foot Moving forward to backward two-foot turn on a circle Backward one-foot glides, right and left Basic 4 1:10 max. Forward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counter clockwise Forward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directions Beginning two-foot spin, maximum 2-4 revolutions Backward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, one direction only Backward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise 1:10 max. Backward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directions Basic 5 Advanced two-foot spin, maximum 4-6 revolutions Forward outside three-turn, right and left Hockey stop Forward inside three-turn, right and left Basic 6 1:10 max. Bunny Hop Forward spiral on a straight line, right or left Beginning one-foot spin, 2-4 revolutions, optional free leg held position and entry T-stop, right or left