2014 CLUB COMPETITION

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1 Philadelphia Skating Club & Humane Society 2014 CLUB COMPETITION March 7th & 8th, 2014 Entry Deadline 5:00 pm Tuesday, February 18, 2014 Please note for Basic Skills and Junior Events: PARENTS are responsible for handing in the completed application, with coach signature, no later than the entry deadline. Test level is determined from Tests passed by the February 2nd test session (Includes tests passed Feb. 2nd) BASIC SKILLS PROGRAM PRACTICE SESSIONS WILL BEGIN THE WEEK OF FEB. 4th, DURING THE TUESDAY/THURSDAY GROUP LESSONS. Philadelphia Skating Club and Humane Society 1

2 CLUB COMPETITION MARCH 7th & 8th, 2014 INFORMATION SHEET For advice about preparing for competition, i.e., dress, program, music, etc., see your coach or Regina Barr, Skating Director. PLEASE watch the bulletin board for additional information, dates and details. Entry Forms: Competition Times Practice Sessions: Music: Due in the club office no later than 5:00 pm on Tuesday, February 18th The competition will run from approximately 1 pm-7 pm on Friday March 7 th and from 8 am-6 pm on Saturday March 8 th depending on the number of entries. Events may be scheduled for either day. Basic Skills programs will practice starting the week of February 4, Practices will be held during basic skills group time, Tuesdays & Thursdays. Talk to your child s coach with any questions about practice times. The club will provide music for compulsory dances and Basic Skills Program 1-8 events. For all other events with music, pre-recorded CD s or mini disks will be accepted. A program tape CD or mini disk must be submitted, as rink side computer system may not be available for use on the day of the competition. Each CD or mini-disk must have only one track recorded on it and must be clearly marked with name, event, and music length. Due to compatibility and reliability reasons no music may be submitted on re-recordable CD-RW discs. Unplayable music media may result in disqualification from your event.. PLEASE PLACE MUSIC IN OFFICE MAIL SLOT NO LATER THAN THURSDAY, MARCH 6th. Please make a duplicate for practice after this date and bring to competition as a back up in case of an emergency. Dress: Please be aware that any item not securely attached to your costume (i.e., hair ribbons, bobby pins and scarves) may fall off and cause unsafe ice conditions. While you might want to wear a special dress, please be aware that this is a competition, not a show, and the following rules from the USFS rulebook will apply: Clothing of the competitors must be modest, dignified and appropriate for athletic competition not garish or theatrical in design. Clothing may, however, reflect the character of the music. Men must wear trousers no tights; ladies in dance events must wear a skirt. However, this does not apply to showcase or similar pairs events where costumes and props are encouraged. Videos: Details will be posted as soon as possible. A high-quality professional video photographer will be taping all events. Still photographs from video will be available for purchase. Awards: Medals will be awarded to the top four (4) skaters in each event. If no competition is available in a category (i.e. only one skater or team entered), the skater may be given the opportunity to exhibit but only if time allows and no medal or trophy will be awarded. All competitors and their families are invited to the Awards Ceremonies, which will be held at the end of each day. All trophies, medals, competition ribbons and certificates will be awarded and refreshments will be served. Friday competitors will have an Awards Ceremony after the competition ends on Friday, March 7 th. Saturday competitors will have an Awards Ceremony after the competition ends on Saturday, March 8 th. 2

3 CLUB COMPETITION SPECIAL AWARDS (Specific requirements are detailed on pages 5 through 10 of the application.) JUNIOR CLUB TROPHIES: JOHN B. THAYER FREESKATING TROPHY: Awarded to the winner of the Thayer Trophy freestyle event for girls or boys who have not reached their 10th birthday by March 1, TINA FURLONG TROPHY: Awarded to the winner of the Tina Furlong freestyle event for girls 12 and over (by March 1, 2014). Skaters must have passed Preliminary Freestyle, but no higher. DON LAWS TROPHY: Awarded to the winner of the Don Laws Trophy Freestyle event for boys and girls. Skaters must not be younger than 10 years or older than 14 years (by March 1, 2014). Don Laws, a longtime coach at PSC&HS, with his lifelong dedication to the sport of figure skating, has inspired many. JUNIOR CLUB COMPETITION TROPHIES: Awarded to the winner of the highest freestyle event skated (Well Balanced Program Track only) at the Junior Club Competition. HAMMER MEMORIAL TROPHY: awarded to the winner of the Pre-Preliminary Girls event (Well Balanced Program Track only). Donated by Maude White/ Old York Road Skating Club in memory of Maude White s parents. BLANCHE MYCEK MEMORIAL TROPHY: awarded to the winner of the No Test Girls Freeskating event. Donated by Maude White in memory of Blanche Mycek, former staff member. BISHOP TROPHY: Awarded to the winner of the Bishop Trophy Girls Similar Pairs event. Skaters must have passed their Pre-Preliminary Moves in the Field test but not passed higher than the Preliminary Freestyle test. P.I. MYERS TROPHY: Awarded to the winners of the P. I. Myers Girls Similar Pairs event for skaters who have passed Pre-Juvenile Moves in the Field or above. JEAN IRVING TROPHY: Awarded to the winners of the highest Basic Skills Similar Pairs event skated. Named in honor of Jean Irving by the Junior Club Committee in recognition of Jean s more than 50 years as a Junior Club volunteer. CHARLES FETTER TROPHY: Awarded to the winner of the Showcase event for either Pre-Preliminary or Preliminary (depending on the division of the lowest group of showcase skaters). Named in honor of Charles Fetter whose creativity has added so much to PSC & HS. PAM SCHNEIDER TROPHY: Awarded to the winner of the Showcase event for Pre-Juvenile and above, (depending on the division of the middle group of showcase skaters). Donated in honor of Pam Schneider whose boundless energy transforms skating s hard work into fun. SHOWCASE EVENT TROPHY: Awarded to the winner of the Showcase event for the no-test level Showcase group. JOAN THOMPSON DAY MEMORIAL TROPHY: Awarded to the winner of the highest level of Moves in the Field events skated at the Junior Club Competition. LACHMAN TROPHY: Awarded to the winner of the Preliminary solo dance event. Named in memory of Eileen Lachman, long time adult skater at PSC&HS. KAINE DANCE TROPHY: Awarded to the winner of the Bronze solo dance event. Named in honor of Thomas H. Kaine, ice dancing and skating coach at PSC&HS since 1981, for his artistry, enthusiasm and love of this aspect of the sport. GERTRUDE H. MYERS JUNIOR DANCE TROPHY: Awarded to the winner of the highest solo dance event skated. Named in honor of Eliza Miller s mother, Gertrude Myers. FRANK M. MYCEK MEMORIAL TROPHY: Awarded to the skater who has received the most points above the passing average on a unanimously judged test during the twelve months preceding the competition. Tests considered are the Pre-Juvenile and Juvenile Freestyle, the Pre-Juvenile and Juvenile Moves and the Bronze and Pre-Silver Dance tests. 3

4 IMPROVEMENT PRIZES: Both a boy and a girl in each of the sessions (Basic Skills and Low) are selected who have shown the greatest improvement during the year. It is based on effort, enthusiasm, sportsmanship and interest in skating shown throughout the year. There is a dance improvement prize awarded as well. THE CAMP SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD: The winner is selected from the Low Session skaters. The PSC&HS Skating Director, the Junior Club supervisors and coaches determine the winner. The winner is the skater who, through his/her enthusiasm for the sport and encouragement of fellow skaters, heightens the spirit of team and love of the sport for all exemplified by Barbara Camp s continual dedication to the PSC&HS. SPORTSMANSHIP TROPHY: the winner is selected from the High Session skaters. The PSC&HS Skating Director, the Junior Club supervisors and coaches determine the winner. The winner is the skater who, through his/her enthusiasm for the sport and encouragement of fellow skaters, heightens the spirit of team and love of the sport for all both within the Club and while representing our Club in other competitions and events. ADULT TROPHIES: THE FETTER NOVICE DANCE TROPHY: awarded to the winner of Adult Pre-Bronze Dance THE MEYERS TROPHY: awarded to the winner of Adult Bronze Dance THE MOLTON TROPHY: awarded to the winner of Adult Silver Dance STAN and SALLY URBAN DANCE TROPHY: awarded to the winner of Adult Pre-Gold Dance For list of Adult Pro-Am Events see pages

5 2014 PSC&HS CLUB COMPETITION Composition of Events Basic Skills Open to skaters who are working on Basic Skills levels 1 through 8 and subject to eligibility as noted below. Please note that Basic Skills events may be scheduled for either Friday or Saturday depending on the number of competition entries. Eligibility: The PSC&HS Junior Club competition is open ONLY to PSC&HS members who are current eligible (ER 1.00) members of either the Basic Skills Program and/or are full members of U.S. Figure Skating. Eligibility will be based on skill level as of closing date of entries. All 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. It is very important to the success of the competition that skaters are placed in the correct divisions. If, for whatever reason, it is discovered that a skater has been placed in a category that is below their class level, the Director of Skating, Junior Club Co-Chairs 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 coach s signature confirming the level of the skater. BASIC PROGRAM EVENT: BASIC 1 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.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level Level Time Skating rules / standards March followed by a two foot glide and dip Snowplow Sam 1:00 +/-10 Forward two foot swizzles 2-3 in a row 1-3 Forward snowplow stop Backward wiggles 2-6 in a row Forward two foot glide and dip Basic 1 1:00 +/-10 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 Basic 2 1:00 +/-10 Forward alternating ½ swizzle pumps, in a straight line 2-3 each foot Moving snowplow stop Two foot turn in place- forward to backward Backward two foot swizzles 6-8 in a row Forward stroking Basic 3 1:00 +/-10 Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counter clockwise 4-6 consecutive Forward slalom Backward one foot glide - either foot Two foot spin minimum three revolutions Standstill forward outside three-turn - R & L Basic 4 1:00 +/-10 Forward crossovers 4-6 consecutive both directions Backward stroking strokes Backward snowplow stop - R or L Backward crossovers 4-6 consecutive - both directions 1:00 +/-10 Basic one foot spin free leg held to side of spinning leg - minimum three revolutions Basic 5 Side toe hop -either direction Hockey stop Standstill forward inside three-turn - R & L Basic 6 1:00 +/-10 Bunny Hop Forward spiral on a straight line - R or L Lunge - R or L T-stop - R or L Standstill forward inside open Mohawk - R to L and L to R Basic 7 1:00 +/-10 Ballet Jump - either direction Back crossovers to a back outside edge landing position clockwise and counter clockwise Forward inside pivot Moving forward outside or forward inside three-turns R & L Basic 8 1:00 +/-10 Waltz jump Mazurka - either direction Combination move - clockwise or counter clockwise two forward crossovers into FI Mohawk, step down, cross behind, step into one back crossover and step to a forward inside edge Beginning one-foot upright spin free foot held to side of spinning leg or crossed position - minimum three revolutions 5

6 Basic Skills Freeskating Events Level Jumps Spins Step Sequences Qualifications Beginner (formerly Limited Beginner) 1:30 +/- 10 sec. Max 5 jump elements: Jumps with not more than one-half rotation (front to back or back to front). Max 2 jump sequences Max 2 of any same jump Max 2 spins: Two upright spins, no change of foot, no flying entry (Min 3 revolutions) Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills free skating badge tests High Beginner (formerly Beginner) 1:30 +/- 10 sec. Max 5 jump elements: Jumps with not more than one-half rotation (front to back or back to front including half-loop) Single rotation jumps: Salchow and toe loop only. Max 2 jump combinations or sequences Max 2 of any same type jump. Max 2 spins: Two upright spins, change of foot optional, no flying entry (Min 3 revolutions) Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills free skating badge tests Basic Skills Showcase Individual program created by coach to own music. No required elements in Showcase events. Emphasis is on theatrical and entertainment value of the performance. Costumes and props are encouraged to illustrate the act, though props are not required. Props are limited to those that skaters can carry onto the ice themselves (in one trip and set up in no more than 30 seconds). Live props, those with flames/smoke or any substance that will alter the surface of the ice are not permitted, and feathers, glitter, etc. must be used with caution. No shaving cream, whipped cream or wet mops may be used. Skater may not be given off ice assistance during the performance. Music with words allowed. May not have passed Pre-Preliminary MIF 1 min -1 min 30 sec +/- 10 sec Basic Skills Duet Showcase (Formerly known as Basic Skills Similar Pairs) This is open to any combination of 2 Basic Skills level skaters. Individual program created by coach to own music Event will be judged with the same guidelines as the individual Showcase event listed above. May not have passed Pre-Preliminary MIF 1 min -1 min 30 sec +/- 10 sec Basic Skills Group Showcase This is open to any group of Basic Skills level skaters (3 or more). Individual program created by coach to own music Event will be judged with the same guidelines as the individual Showcase event listed above. May not have passed Pre-Preliminary MIF 1 min -1 min 30 sec +/- 10 sec Basic Skills Interpretive (Extemporaneous Improvisation) Skaters will be judged on the use of the music chosen by the committee and the use of edges, footwork, jumps, spins to the rhythm and character of the music. Skaters will listen (to the music three times in a dressing room prior to taking the ice. During warm-up the music will vary in length depending on the skaters level, but will not exceed 1 1/2 minutes in length. All Basic Skills levels; may not have passed 1-1 1/2 min. maximum; music selected Pre-Preliminary MIF by committee PLEASE BE SURE ALL BASIC SKILLS BOOKS ARE SIGNED AND UP-TO-DATE AS THEY MAY BE REQUESTED TO CONFIRM YOUR LEVEL Basic Skill events may be skated on either Friday or Saturday depending on the number of entries 6

7 Composition of Events for Junior Skaters (No Test through Senior) The PSC&HS Junior Club competition is open ONLY to PSC&HS members who have passed or are working on USFS tests. Test level is as of February 2, Skaters may skate up one level except where indicated. No Test includes skaters who have completed the Basic Skills levels but have not yet passed USFS Pre-Preliminary Freestyle test. EVENTS QUALIFICATIONS DESCRIPTION OF EVENT Thayer Trophy May not have reached 10th birthday 1-1 ½ min. +/- 10 sec freestyle; by No axels, no double jumps Don Laws Trophy Skaters who are not younger than 10 years 1 2½ min. +/- 10 sec freestyle and not older than 14 years by Tina Furlong Trophy Preliminary Freestyle passed, but no higher 1-1 ½ min. +/- 10 sec freestyle; Skaters 12 years and over by Axels permitted; no double jumps SHOWCASE (girls and boys) No required elements in Showcase events. Emphasis is on theatrical and entertainment value of the performance. Costumes and props are encouraged to illustrate the act, though props are not required. Props are limited to those that skaters can carry onto the ice themselves (in one trip and set up in no more than 30 seconds). Live props, those with flames/smoke or any substance that will alter the surface of the ice are not permitted, No shaving cream, whipped cream or wet mops may be used. Feathers and glitter, etc. must be used with caution. Skater may not be given off ice assistance during the performance. Music with words allowed. Showcase Event Trophy No Test (no freestyle test passed; may have 1 min 40 sec. max passed Pre-Preliminary MIF but no higher) No axels or double jumps permitted Charles Fetter Trophy Pre-Preliminary, Preliminary and Pre-Juvenile, 1 min 40 sec. max (showcase) (freestyle) No axels or double jumps permitted Pam Schneider Trophy Juvenile & above (freestyle) 2 min.10 sec. max (showcase) No jump higher than an axel Open Group Showcase This is open to any group of 2 or more skaters regardless of level who have at least passed pre-preliminary moves. Event will be judged with the same guidelines as the individual Showcase event listed above. 2 min. 10 sec max No jump higher than an axel INTERPRETIVE Skaters will be judged on the use of the music chosen by the committee and the use of edges, footwork, jumps, spins to the rhythm and character of the music. Skaters will listen to the music three times in a dressing room prior to taking the ice. During warm-up the music will vary in length depending on the skaters level, but will not exceed 2 minutes in length. No axels or double jumps permitted. Level will be determined by Moves in the Field test passed. Skating up is not permitted. Pre-Preliminary /Preliminary Must have passed no higher than Preliminary MIF Pre-Juvenile/ Juvenile Must have passed no higher than Juvenile MIF Intermediate /Senior Must have passed Intermediate or higher MIF 7

8 MOVES IN THE FIELD (Girls and Boys - separate events if number of entries warrant) 1. Levels are based on the skaters highest Moves in the field test passed ( may skate up one level) 2. A moves in the field competition event will consist of the skater performing two moves in the field patterns. 3. The skater will perform the two patterns listed for their level 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. Level Pre-Preliminary Preliminary Pre-Juvenile Juvenile Intermediate Novice Junior Senior 1. Forward perimeter stroking (1/2 rink only) 2. Basic consecutive edges (Forward outside & forward inside only) 1. Forward & backward crossovers 2. Forward power 3-turns 1. Forward & backward perimeter stroking. 2. Forward outside and backward inside 3-turns. 1. Forward power circle 2. Backward power 3-turns. 1. Brackets in the field 2. Spiral sequence 1. Inside 3-turns/rocker-choctaws 2. Twizzles (Backward outside only) 1. Forward & backward outside rockers 2. Backward loop pattern. 1. Sustained edge step 2. Serpentine step sequence COMPULSORY FREESKATING MOVES (may skate up one level) 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. Level Time Skating rules / standards 1. Single flip Pre Preliminary 1:00 2. Jump combination: single / single (no Axel) 3. Sit spin or camel spin; min. 3 revolutions 4. Spiral sequence with 1 forward spiral and 1 backward spiral (any edge) Preliminary Pre Juvenile Juvenile & Open Juv. Intermediate Novice Junior Senior 1:00 1:15 1:15 1. Single Lutz 2. Jump combination: single / single (may include Axel) 3. Back upright spin; min., 3 revolutions 4. Forward inside spiral 1. Single jump (may include Axel) 2. Jump combination: single / single (may include Axel) 3. Layback spin or camel spin; min. 3 revolutions 4. Step sequence - Circular 1. Single Axel 2. Jump combination: single / single or double / single 3. Layback spin or camel spin; min. 3 revolutions 4. Step sequence Circular 1. Double Salchow or double toe-loop 2. Jump combination: single / single or double / single 3. Flying spin; min. 5 revolutions 4. Step sequence Straight line 1. Double loop 2. Jump combination: double / single or double / double 3. Flying spin; min. 5 revolutions 4. Step sequence Straight line 1. Double flip 2. Jump combination: double / double or triple / double 3. Combination spin; min. 10 revolutions 4. Step sequence Straight line 1. Double Lutz 2. Jump combination: double / double or triple / double 3. Combination spin; min. 10 revolutions 4. Step sequence Straight line 8

9 . SINGLES FREESKATING (may skate up one level) Vocal music with lyrics is allowed for all levels up to and including Intermediate. Program Requirements are as stated in 2014 USFS Rulebook. Event Level Qualifications USFS Rule # Time No Test (Girls /Boys) Has not passed Pre-Preliminary :30, +/- 10 seconds FS Pre-Preliminary (Girls Passed Pre-Preliminary FS, no :30, +/- 10 seconds /Boys) higher Preliminary (Girls /Boys ) Passed Preliminary FS, no higher :30, +/- 10 seconds Pre-Juvenile (Girls/Boys) Passed Pre-Juvenile FS, no higher :00, +/- 10 seconds Juvenile (Girls/Boys ) Passed Juvenile FS, no higher :15, +/- 10 seconds Intermediate (Ladies /Men) Passed Intermediate FS, no higher :30, +/- 10 seconds Novice (Ladies /Men) Passed Novice FS, no higher 4220 Ladies 3:00, +/- 10 sec Mens 3:30, +/- 10 sec Junior (Ladies /Men) Passed Junior FS, no higher 4210 Ladies 3:30, +/- 10 sec Mens 4:00, +/- 10 sec Senior (Ladies /Men) Passed Senior FS 4200 Ladies 4:00, +/- 10 sec Mens 4:30, +/- 10 sec SINGLES SHORT PROGRAMS: (may skate up one level) Vocal music with lyrics is allowed for Intermediate SP only. SP requirements from either or will be accepted Event Level Qualifications USFS Rule # Maximum Time Intermediate (Ladies Passed Intermediate FS :00 max /Men) Novice (Ladies /Men) Passed Novice FS :30 max Junior (Ladies /Men) Passed Junior FS :50 max Senior (Ladies /Men) Passed Senior FS :50 max SIMILAR PAIRS: (may skate up one level) Emphasis is on pair elements, unison and simultaneous execution of skating skills - no props are permitted. Bishop Trophy passed Pre-Preliminary moves in the field, 1-2 min +/- 10 sec but not passed higher than Preliminary Freestyle. May use music with words P.I. Myers Trophy passed Pre-Juvenile moves in the field or above 2 min - 2 min 30 sec +-10 sec May use music with words. 9

10 SPIN COMPETITION (may skate up one level) General event parameters: Girls and boys may be combined for this event. Test requirements are the same as for singles freestyle. No music will be used. Spins may be skated in any order. Failed elements may not be retried 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 ( ). Level Time Skating rules / standards Beginner High Beginner No Test Pre Preliminary Preliminary Pre Juvenile Juvenile & Open Juv. Intermediate Novice Junior Senior 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) 3. Sit spin (3) 5. Backward upright spin (3) 6. Combination spin with no of foot (4) 7. Sit spin (3) 5. Camel spin (3) 6. Combination spin camel to sit spin; no change of foot (6) 7. Forward to backward scratch spin (3 per foot) 5. Sit spin (4) 6. Combination spin change of foot; optional change of position (4 per foot) 7. Girls layback spin (4); Boys camel spin (4) 5. Flying camel spin (5) 6. Sit spin to backward sit spin (4 per foot) 7. Combination spin change of foot & change of position (4 per foot) 5. Choice of camel, sit or layback spin (6) 6. Camel spin to backward camel spin (4 per foot in position) 7. Combination spin change of foot & two changes of position (2 per position & 5 per foot) 5. Flying sit spin or flying reverse sit spin (6) 6. Ladies layback spin (6); men cross-foot spin (6) 7. Combination spin with change of foot & utilizing all three positions (2 per position & 5 per foot) 5. Flying spin of choice (6) 6. Solo spin of choice (6) may not fly 7. Combination spin with change of foot & utilizing all three positions (2 per position & 5 per foot) 10

11 Step Sequences: *****NEW EVENT THIS YEAR****** General event parameters: 1. Levels are based upon 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 1 st step sequence ends, and their 2 nd 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, as well. 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. Level Time Required elements Prepreliminary Preliminary Pre-Juvenile Juvenile & Open Juv. Intermediate Novice Junior Senior 1:00 1:00 1:00 2:00 2:00 2:00 Each of the two step sequences must include: - Forward outside 3-turn - Inside Mohawk - Demonstration of forward outside & forward inside edges Each of the two step sequences must include: - At least two consecutive forward outside power 3-turns - Forward inside 3-turn - At least one set of alternating 3-turns (outside or inside) Each of the two step sequences must include: 4. Backward inside 3-turns on each foot 5. Backward outside 3-turns on each foot 6. At least 2 consecutive power pulls (backward or forward) Each of the two step sequences must include: 1. Forward outside double 3 (either foot) 2. Forward inside double 3 (either foot) 3. At least 2 consecutive cross strokes (backward or forward) Each of the two step sequences must include: 8. Choice of backward double 3 9. At least 2 different brackets with clear entry & exit edges 10. Forward inside 1 ½ twizzle 11. Forward outside 1 ½ twizzle Each of the two step sequences must include: 8. At least 2 different counters with clear entry & exit edges 9. Forward outside & forward inside loop (either foot) 10. Backward outside double twizzle 11. Backward inside double twizzle Each of the two step sequences must include: 8. At least 2 different rockers with clear entry & exit edges 9. At least 2 different Choctaws 10. Backward outside & backward inside loop (either foot) 11. A combination of at least 3 different turns done on one foot Each of the two step sequences must include: 1. At least 1 of each of the following turns: 3-turn, bracket, rocker, counter, Choctaw, loop, and twizzle.* 2. A combination of at least 3 different turns, to be selected from counter, rocker, bracket, twizzle and loop, done on one foot.* 3. An upper body movement. (Any movements of the arms, head and torso that have an effect on the balance of the main body core.) Note: If necessary, skaters may combine items 1 & 2. For example, performing 3 different consecutive turns on one foot may also count towards the requirement of demonstrating all seven of the listed turns/steps. 11

12 DANCE EVENTS FOR JUNIOR SKATERS SOLO DANCE(JUNIOR Skaters)-- Two Patterns will be skated (May skate up one level - may skate only one event) Lachman Trophy No Pre-Bronzes passed Dutch Waltz Rhythm Blues Pre-Bronze No Bronzes passed Cha-Cha Fiesta Tango Kaine Dance Trophy No Pre-Silvers passed Hickory Hoedown Ten Fox Pre-Silver No Silvers passed European Foxtrot Silver No Pre-Golds passed Rocker Foxtrot American Waltz Pre-Gold No Golds passed Blues Killian Gold Any level Quickstep Westminster Waltz Gertrude H. Myers Trophy will be awarded to the winner of the Solo dance event of the highest level skated. PRO/AM Dance (JUNIOR Skaters) Each couple will consist of an eligible skater and a coach. Two Patterns will be skated. (May skate up one level - may skate only one event) Preliminary Pro/Am No Pre-Bronzes passed Rhythm Blues Pre-Bronze Pro/Am No Bronzes passed Cha-Cha Bronze Pro/Am No Pre-Silvers passed Ten Fox Pre-Silver Pro/Am No Silvers passed Foxtrot Silver Pro/Am No Pre-Golds passed Rocker Foxtrot Pre-Gold Pro/Am No Golds passed Blues Gold Pro/Am Passed pre-gold or Gold Westminster Waltz ADULT PRO-AM EVENTS: PARTICIPANTS: ADULT FULL MEMBERS OF PSCHS PARTNERS FOR PRO-AM: COACHES WHO HAVE A CONTRACT WITH PSCHS. Members make arrangements directly with coaches PARTNERS AMATEUR TEAM EVENT: ADULT FULL MEMBERS OF PSCHS COACH FEE: $20.00 per dance (pay coach directly) Skaters may skate up and enter events above their completed test level as of Fe. 18, Skaters may not enter events below their completed test level Preliminary ADULT Pro/Am Rhythm Blues Pre-Bronze ADULT Pro/Am Swing Dance Bronze ADULT Pro/Am Hickory Hoedown Pre-Silver ADULT Pro/Am Foxtrot Silver ADULT Pro/Am American Waltz Pre-Gold ADULT Pro/Am Blues Gold ADULT Pro/Am Viennese Waltz International ADULT Pro/Am Silver Samba Random Draw: Cha Cha 3patterns- For this event the coach/partner will be drawn randomly at the time of the event. This is for fun and there will be a nice award for the winner of this event. 12

13 OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM CLUB COMPETITION ALL ENTRIES MUST BE SUBMITTED TO OFFICE BY Tuesday, February 18 th ENTRY FEE: $20 first event/person; $10 per each additional event/person - MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO PSC&HS A late fee of $25 will be charged for all entries submitted after February 19 th. Name Male/Female Birthdate Age as of Address Phone # Highest Test Passed as of : Basic Skills Freestyle MIF Dance Partner s Name Coach s Name Coach s Signature Check Box to the LEFT of the Event Name: NOTE: Depending on number of entries, the Referee may combine Boys and Girls events to create a competitive field. JUNIOR SKATER EVENTS: BASIC SKILLS SINGLES FREESKATING COMPULSARY MOVES SPINS Basic Skills 1 Senior Intermediate Senior Basic Skills 2 Junior Juvenile Junior Basic Skills 3 Novice Pre-Juvenile Novice Basic Skills 4 Intermediate Preliminary Intermediate Basic Skills 5 Juvenile Pre-Preliminary Juvenile Basic Skills 6 Pre-Juvenile MOVES IN THE FIELD Pre-Juvenile Basic Skills 7 Preliminary Pre Preliminary Preliminary Basic Skills 8 Pre-Preliminary Preliminary Pre-Preliminary Beginner Freestyle No Test Pre-Juvenile No Test High Beginner Freestyle SHORT PROGRAM Juvenile STEP SEQUENCE OTHER BASIC SKILLS EVENTS Senior Intermediate Pre Preliminary Basic Skills Showcase Junior Novice Preliminary Basic Skills Duet Showcase Novice Junior Pre-Juvenile Basic Skills Group Showcase Intermediate 13 Senior Juvenile Basic Skills Interpretive SOLO DANCE PRO/AM DANCE Intermediate INTERPRETIVE Gold Solo Preliminary Novice Pre-Preliminary/ Preliminary Pre-Gold Solo Pre-Bronze Junior Pre-Juvenile/ Juvenile Silver Solo Bronze Senior Intermediate/ Senior Pre-Silver Solo Pre-Silver SIMILAR PAIRS SPECIAL TROPHY EVENTS Kaine Dance Trophy Silver Bishop Trophy Thayer Trophy Pre-Bronze Solo Pre-Gold P.I. Myers Trophy Tina Furlong Trophy Lachman Trophy Gold SHOWCASE Don Laws Trophy Adult Pro-Am Events: Preliminary Pre-Bronze Bronze Pre-Silver Silver Pre-Gold Gold International Random Draw Showcase Trophy/No Test Charles Fetter Trophy Pam Schneider Trophy Open Group Showcase

14 List names for Group Showcase events: Basic Skills Group Showcase: Open Group Showcase: Pro-Am events: list coach: COST: $20 for first event, $10 each additional event, per person Event Fees $ Publish your one-line SKATERGRAM in the competition program for $10. (example: Have a great skate, Catherine! Love Granny and Poppy ) Skatergram: Skatergram $ TOTAL DUE $ ACCIDENTS (Rule 1600) The USFSA and the clubs or organizers of competitions undertake no responsibility for damages or injuries suffered by the skaters or officials. As a condition of and in consideration of the acceptance of their entries or participation therein, all entrants, their parents and guardians and officials shall be deemed to agree to assume all risks of injury to their person and property resulting from, caused by or connected with, the conduct and management of the competition, and to waive and release any and all claims which they may have against any officials, the USFSA, the club hosting the competition, and against its Officers, and their entries shall be accepted only on such condition. SKATER S SIGNATURE PARENT S SIGNATURE (if skater is under 18) DATE Questions? Please contact Regina Barr

15 Volunteer Form A two-day competition of this size requires many volunteer hours. As a result, we would like to ask every parent of a child participating in this competition to consider volunteering an hour of their time. Your commitment will result in a better competition for your child. We need parents to sell flowers, organize music, check children in, provide snacks for our coaching staff, run results up to the officials, etc Any help you could provide would be greatly appreciated!! If you are interested in volunteering please return this form with your child s application. A parent will contact you to discuss your specific area of interest. Name: Childs Name: Child s Level: Phone Number: Volunteer Interest: Volunteer Day: Friday Saturday 15

16 Important Tips for PSCHS Competition 1. Remember to bring: a. Costume b. Skates c. Gloves d. Tights e. Hair Accessories f. Extra Copy of Music (if applicable) g. Warm Jacket h. Camera 2. Arrive 45 minutes prior to scheduled event 3. Check in at the front window 4. Be dressed and ready to skate 20 minutes prior to event 5. Check in with ice monitor (monitor will be wearing a red scarf and holding a clip board) 10 minutes prior to scheduled event. Stay near the ice monitor. The ice monitor will put your child on the ice at the right time for both warm up and the event. 6. Be available to get your medal at the conclusion of the competition 7. Enjoy the day and the spirit of competition 16