3900 Moves in the Field

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1 ing skills to develop a theme and interpret music, and effectiveness of the costumes will be reflected in the marking Moves in the Field 3901 Moves in the field are basic skating moves skated without music. The terms and judging standards applied to moves in the field are for basic skating An effortless, flowing and graceful execution should be achieved. Within the limits of the following rules, complete freedom is permitted to the skater: A. The head should be carried in an upright position, relaxed and held naturally; B. The upper body should be upright, but not stiff; C. The arms should be held gracefully; D. The free leg should be extended, with the toe pointed The steps must be skated in general accordance with the diagrams and descriptions. Subject to a general conformity with the basic requirements, the skater is permitted complete freedom with respect to arm and free leg positions Moves in the field must be skated with good edges, control, flow, extension, carriage and rhythm. A. An even speed and flow should be maintained throughout. B. Maximum utilization of the ice surface is desirable. Ice coverage must not be obtained by the use of flat or shallow edges Pairs Events 4001 Conduct of Pairs Events 4002 Senior, junior, and novice pairs events shall consist of a short program and a free skate, which will be skated and judged as provided in 4040, 4050, and 4060 respectively. A. If a qualifying round is necessary at regional competitions, only the free skate shall be skated in the qualifying round. The championship round shall consist of a short program and a free skate. The short program must precede the free skate except in qualifying rounds Intermediate and juvenile pairs events shall consist of free skate only. The event shall be skated and judged in accordance with Pairs Definition Pairs skating is the skating of two persons in unison who perform their movements in such harmony with each other as to give the impression of genuine pairs skating as contrasted with independent single skating. Attention should be paid to the selection of an appropriate partner Short Program for Pairs Generally 4021 Technical Elements: 197

2 A. The short program for senior and junior pairs shall consist of eight technical elements with connecting steps. B. The short program for novice pairs shall consist of seven technical elements with connecting steps. C. The sequence of the elements is optional Additional Elements: A. Additional elements or repetitions of elements (failed or completed) are not allowed. Judges must deduct from the mark for technical elements for any additional or repeated elements. B. Connecting steps are permitted and must be marked. They are not additional elements. C. Additional spins (solo or pair) or rotational movements performed in one (1) place on the ice surface exceeding one (1) entire revolution are not allowed; the judges must deduct from the mark for technical elements if such spins or movements are present. However, in a senior or junior pairs short program, if a skater (or skaters) falls entering a spin, a simple spin or spinning movement is allowed immediately after this fall (for purposes of filling time) and shall not be counted as an extra element. D. Additional jumps, lifts and partner-assisted jumps are not allowed. Judges must deduct from the mark for technical elements for any such additions. However, small, jump-like movements included in step sequences with not more than one-half (1/2) turn are allowed and are not considered to be additional elements Pairs Free Skate Generally 4031 The pairs free skate consists of a well-balanced program and is composed and skated to music of the skaters choice for a specified period of time. Vocal music with lyrics is not permitted. A good program contains moves of single skating executed simultaneously, either symmetrically (mirror skating) or in parallel (shadow skating), and especially typical pairs skating moves such as pair spins, spirals, lifts, partner assisted jumps, etc. linked harmoniously by steps and other movements In pairs skating competitions only pairs of the same composition (lady and man, two ladies, or two men) may compete against each other All elements are to be linked together by connecting steps and by other comparable free skating movements, together with a variety of positions and holds, while fully utilizing the entire ice surface; A. Special attention must be given to choreography, unison, expression, interpretation of the music and intricate footwork with a variety of partner positions utilizing dance holds; B. Except as otherwise provided in the senior and junior pairs well-balanced program rules, the number of each element listed above may be varied, but an excessive number of any element or fewer than the minimum required of any element, as well as the lack of connecting steps and other comparable free skating movements between the various elements, must be penalized by the judges since they are against the objective of a well-balanced program. This penalty should be 0.2 for each extra or lacking element in the mark for technical elements. 198

3 No individual element can be given prominent importance and the program must be considered as a whole. C. Both partners need not always perform the same movements; they may separate from time to time, but they must give an impression of unison and harmony of composition, of program and of execution of the skating. Movements performed entirely on two feet must be kept to a minimum. D. Harmonious steps and connecting movements, in time to the music, should be maintained throughout the program. E. Lifts: 1. For all pairs skating lifts, the partners may give each other assistance only through hand-to-hand, hand-to-arm, hand-to-body and hand-to-upper part of leg (above the knee) grips. Changes of hold or of the lady s position during the lift are permitted unless specifically stated otherwise for the pairs level of the skaters. If, however, the man changes hold for less than one (1) revolution it is not considered as a change of hold. Change from right arm hold to left arm hold or vice versa with at least one (1) revolution in each position is an additional feature for levels. Only if there is a significant impact in the balance of the lift, the lady s change of position will be counted as an influence of the level. A landing procedure, where the lady is not immediately landing on the ice, is not automatically considered as a difficult landing. 2. For purposes of these rules, a lift means a complete lift, including full extension of the lifting arm, if required for the type of lift concerned. 3. The lift must consist of one (1) continuous ascending and descending rotational movement, which may be interrupted for a maximum of three and one-half (3 1/2) revolutions of the lifting partner with extended arms. 4. Lifts in which the lifting partner exceeds three and one-half (3 1/2) revolutions are illegal. 5. For senior and junior pairs events only, one (1) of the required lifts with at least one (1) continuous revolution of the man may include a carry. 6. Carry lifts: A carry lift consists of the simple carrying of one partner without rotation; only one-half (1/2) a revolution of the man is allowed on the take-off and/or the exit. All holds in the carry lift are unrestricted. The carrying of one partner on the back, shoulders or knees is allowed. With the exception of the senior and junior, the simple carrying of the partner without rotation is allowed only once and marks must be deducted if repeated. In senior and junior, the number of carry lifts is unrestricted and shall not be counted in the number of required lifts in the well-balanced program. Carry lifts shall be counted as a skating movement/transition. 7. Small lifts: small lifts, which may be either ascending or descending or rotational in character, in which the man does not raise his hands higher than the shoulder level, as well as movements which may include holding of the lady by the legs are also permitted. Small lifts shall not be counted in the number of required lifts in the well-balanced program. 199

4 8. The carrying of one partner by the other on the back, shoulders or knees (while allowed in the carry lift and in the small lifts) is illegal in lifts that are not carry lifts or small lifts. 9. Pair lift group descriptions are located in the glossary of this rulebook. F. Illegal moves. Somersault-type jumps, lifts with wrong holds, lifts with more than three and one-half (3 1/2) revolutions of the man and lying on the ice and prolonged and/or stationary kneeling on both knees on the ice at any moment are illegal. Spinning movements in which the man swings the lady around in the air while holding her hand or foot are illegal. Also illegal are jumps of one of the partners toward the other partner and rotational movements with the grip of one of the partners on the leg, arm or neck of the other partner. Nevertheless, the so-called death spiral, in which the lady circles around the man, is permitted. One (1) skate of the lady must remain on the ice throughout the death spiral. Twist-like or rotational movements during which the lady is turned over one (1) or more times with her skating foot leaving the ice are not permitted. Multiple executions throughout a program of movements where neither skate is on the ice must be penalized. See G. When free skating moves are repeated (i.e. jumps, lifts, spins, step sequences) the full value of the move must not be awarded by the judges in the marks for technical elements. This does not apply to combinations. H. In the case of the prescribed solo jump, credit must be given to the jump of each partner according to its merit. Note: Rules concerning music for singles, pairs, dance and synchronized team skating; permissible time allowances for free skate, warm-up times and periods; coaching restrictions; clothing; competitor ethics; and filing complaints, appeals and protests are in the General Information Section starting with Rule Senior Pairs Test and Age Requirements Test qualifications as of the closing date for entry to the regional championships Age requirements as of Sept. 1 prior to the regional championships Both partners must have passed the senior moves in the field test and the senior pairs test. None Program Durations Short program Free skate 2:50 max 4:30 +/-10 seconds 4041 Senior Pairs Short Program A. Each year one group will be designated: Group C 200

5 Group A Group B B. Technical elements for each group are: 1. Group A senior pairs a. Any hand-to-hand lift take-off (Group 4); b. One (1) twist lift (double); c. One (1) throw jump (double or triple); d. One (1) solo jump (double or triple); e. Solo spin combination with only one (1) change of foot and at least one (1) change of position. f. Pair spin combination with only one (1) change of foot and at least one (1) change of position (sit, camel, upright or any variation thereof); g. Death spiral backward outside; h. Spiral step sequence. 2. Group B senior pairs a. Any lasso lift take-off; b. One (1) twist lift (double); c. One (1) throw jump (double or triple); d. One (1) solo jump (double or triple); e. Solo spin combination with only one (1) change of foot and at least one (1) change of position; f. Pair spin combination with only one (1) change of foot and at least one (1) change of position (sit, camel, upright or any variation thereof); g. Death spiral backward inside; h. Spiral step sequence. 3. Group C senior pairs a. Any hip lift take-off (Group 3); b. One (1) twist lift (double); c. One (1) throw jump (double or triple); d. One (1) solo jump (double or triple); e. Solo spin combination with only one (1) change of foot and at least one change of position; f. Pair spin combination with only one (1) change of foot and at least one (1) change of position (sit, camel, upright or any variation thereof); g. Death spiral forward inside; h. Step sequence (straight line, circular or serpentine). C. Remarks: 1. Lifts: Only the prescribed overhead lift take-off is permitted. A minimum of two (2) revolutions of the lady, minimum of one (1) revolution and a maximum of three and one-half (3 1/2) revolutions of the man. Partners may give each other assistance only through hand-to-hand, hand-to-arm, hand-to-body and hand-toupper part of leg (above the knee) grips. Changes of hold or of the lady s position during the lift are permitted. See glossary for pair lift group descriptions. If, however, the man changes hold for less than one (1) revolution it is not considered as a change of hold. Change from right arm hold to left arm hold or vice versa with at least one (1) revolution in each of these positions is an additional 201

6 202 feature for levels. Only if there is a significant impact in the balance of the lift, the ladies change of position will be counted as an influence of the level. A landing procedure, where the lady is not immediately landing on the ice, is not automatically considered as a difficult landing. The conclusion of the lift is when the man s arm(s) begin to bend after full extension and consequently the lady begins to descend. 2. Twist lifts: The number of revolutions of the lady rotating freely in the air is two (2). The lady must be caught in the air at the waist by the man prior to landing and be assisted to a smooth landing on the ice on a backward outside edge on one (1) foot. The man also exits from the lift on one (1) foot. In the twist lift, a split position by the lady in the air prior to rotating is not mandatory, but will be one of the features that might increase the level of difficulty of this element. 3. Throw jump: Any double or triple throw jump is permitted. Throw jumps are partner assisted jumps in which the lady is thrown into the air by the man on the take-off and lands without assistance from her partner on a backward outside edge. 4. Solo jump: Any double or triple jump is permitted. 5. Spins generally: The minimum number of revolutions required in a position is two (2). In case this requirement is not fulfilled, the position is not counted. If one or both skaters fall when entering a spin, a simple spin or a spinning movement is allowed immediately after the fall (for purposes of filling time) and this spin/movement shall not be counted as an extra element. a. Solo spin combination: The solo spin combination may be commenced with a jump. It must have a minimum of five (5) revolutions on each foot. The change of foot may be executed in the form of a step over or a jump and the change of foot and change of position may be made at the same time or separately. The concluding upright position at the end of the spin (if not otherwise chosen as one (1) of the required positions) (final wind-up) is not considered to be another position if does not exceed three (3) revolutions and the revolutions executed in it are not to be counted in the required number of revolutions. Variations of the position of the head, arms or free leg, as well as fluctuations in speed are permitted. When the spin is commenced with a jump, no previous rotation on the ice before take-off is permitted, and a step-over must be considered by the judges in the grade of execution. The mode of exit from all spins is not prescribed. b. Pair spin combination: The pair combination spin must have at least one (1) change of foot and one (1) change of position of both partners with not less than eight (8) revolutions in total (at least two (2) basic positions or their variations must be executed by each partner). The change of foot and the change of position may be made either at the same time or separately, but both partners must change feet simultaneously. The rotation must be continuous and no stop is permitted. The pair spin combination must not be commenced with a jump.

7 6. Death spirals: Only the prescribed death spiral is permitted. In the final position while the lady is performing the actual death spiral, both the man and the lady must execute a minimum of one (1) revolution with the knees of the man clearly bent and in full pivot position. The lady must skate on a clean edge with her body and head close to the ice surface, however, she must not touch the ice with her head or assist herself with the free hand or any part of the body. The lady s body weight is supported by the force of the spiraling edge and the hold of the man. The man must be in a centered position with a fully extended arm. Variations of arm holds and pivot positions (backward or forward) are possible. The change of lady s arm hold or the opposite hold of the man after/ before the regular hold is counted as an additional feature. Any kind of position is counted as a feature if skaters hold lasts for at least one (1) revolution; each additional revolution of the lady (full 360 degrees) after the first revolution will count as one (1) additional feature to increase the level. Remarks: If the man does not reach the pivot position at all (including toe pick in the ice), there will be no level called and the value of the death spiral is zero or, if the man does not stay in the pivot position (toe pick in the ice), while the lady is executing any kind of changes of positions or holds, the position of the lady does not count as a feature. a. Death spiral backward outside: Both partners are skating on a backward outside edge. The man performs a pivot and holds the hand of the lady with the same arm as his skating foot fully extended. The lady is leaning backward to the ice and her arm is fully extended as she circles around the man in this position. Any variation of the man s position, skating direction or edge is allowed as long as he keeps the pivot position as described and the lady circles around him on an outside edge. b. Death spiral forward inside: The man is skating on a backward outside edge and the lady is skating on a forward inside edge. The man performs a pivot and holds the hand of the lady with the same arm fully extended as his skating foot. The lady is leaning sideways to the ice and her arm is also fully extended as she circles around the man in this position. Any variation of the man s position, skating direction or edge is allowed as long as he keeps the pivot position as described and the lady circles around him on an inside edge. c. Death spiral backward inside: The same as for death spiral backward outside, but the lady circles around the man on a firm backward inside edge leaning to the ice. d. Death spiral forward outside: The same as for the death spiral forward inside except that the lady circles around the man on a firm forward outside edge. 7. Step sequences: All step sequences should be executed together or close together, according to the character of the music and may include small, jump-like movements with no more than one-half (1/2) revolution. Each step should be progressive and no retrogression is permitted, but short stops in accordance with the music are permitted. Credit will be given to a pair which changes places and 203

8 holds or uses difficult skating moves together during a step sequence. A variety and/or complexity of turns and steps must be balanced in their distribution throughout the sequence. The workload between both partners must be even to be taken into account for a possible higher level. 8. Spiral step sequence: Consists primarily of spirals, either commencing at the end of the ice surface, progressing in bold curves and ending at the opposite end of the ice surface (serpentine) or skated in a complete circle or oval utilizing the full width of the ice surface (circular) or a combination of the two. At least two (2) spiral positions by each partner must be executed. The minimum hold to be counted as a spiral position is three (3) seconds. The number of spirals, the length of hold of position (minimum of 3 seconds) and the edges used must be even between both partners to be considered as balanced. If one (1) partner executes no spiral at all, the spiral sequence will receive no level and consequently no value. A spiral sequence in which all executed spiral positions are held with less than three (3) seconds receives no level and therefore no value. Pushes in order to gain speed are permitted at any point in the sequence, but only by one (1) partner at a time. Connecting steps (including spread eagles and two-footed movements with one (1) leg extended and the other bent Ina Bauer ), turns and small jumps are permitted at any point in the sequence, but only by one (1) partner at a time. At least one (1) of the partners must always be in a spiral position, that is, with the free leg higher than the hip level; variations of position are permitted, including holding the knee or skate blade and the position of the free leg is otherwise free. The skating separately of the partners (shadow or mirror skating) is permitted The Senior Pairs Well-Balanced Free Skate A. Elements for well-balanced senior pairs free skate. The program must contain: 1. Lifts: Maximum of three (3) lifts, one (1) of which must be from group 3 or 4, with full extension of the lifting arm(s); 2. Twist lift: Maximum of one (1) twist lift; 3. Throw jumps: Maximum of two (2) different throw jumps; 4. Solo jumps: Maximum of one (1) solo jump; 5. Jump combination or jump sequence: Maximum of one (1) jump combination or jump sequence; 6. Solo spin combination: Maximum of one (1) solo spin combination; 7. Pair spin combination: Maximum of one (1) pair spin combination; 8. Death spiral: Maximum of one (1) death spiral; 9. Step sequence: Maximum of (1) step sequence (straight line, circular or serpentine); 10. Sequence of spirals: Maximum of one (1) sequence of spirals; 11. Additional optional element: Maximum of one (1) additional optional element, which can be a death spiral (different from the one in (8) above), another solo spin combination or pair spin combination or a solo or pair spin. B. Remarks: 204

9 1. Lifts: a. Lifts must have a minimum of two (2) revolutions of the lady and a minimum of one (1) and maximum of three and one-half (3 1/2) revolutions of the man. b. Partners may give each other assistance only through hand-tohand, hand-to-arm, hand-to-body and hand-to-upper part of leg (above the knee) grips. Changes of hold or of the lady s position during the lift are permitted. If, however, the man changes hold for less than one (1) revolution it is not considered as a change of hold. Change from right arm hold to left arm hold or vice versa with at least one (1) revolution in each position is an additional feature for levels. c. Only if there is a significant impact in the balance of the lift, the lady s change of position will be counted as an influence of the level. d. A landing procedure, where the lady is not immediately landing on the ice, is not automatically considered as a difficult landing. e. If more than one (1) group 5 lift is executed, the take-offs (Axel lasso, toe lasso, step in lasso, reverse lasso) must be of a different nature. If the take-off is not different, the lift with the takeoff shall receive no value. 2. Carries and carry lifts: a. One (1) of the three (3) allowed lifts (see (1) above) with at least one continuous revolution of the man may include a carry. Only one (1) such lift can be executed. b. Lifts that are just carries the carry lifts are not included in the allowed number of lifts in the senior pairs well-balanced free skate, but will be considered as a skating movement/transition. Carry lifts are not limited in number. A carry lift consists of the simple carrying of one (1) partner without rotation; only one-half (1/2) a revolution of the man is allowed on the take-off and/or the exit. All holds in the carry lift are unrestricted. The carrying of one partner on the back, shoulders or knees is allowed. 3. Solo jump: The solo jump can contain any number of revolution. 4. Jump combination: The jump combination consists of only two (2) jumps in which the landing foot of the first jump is the take-off foot of the second jump. A three turn on one (1) foot between the jumps without touching the ice with the free foot keeps the element in the frame of the definition of a jump combination, although with an error. If the skater s free foot touches the ice while turning between the jumps, however, the element becomes a jump sequence. (Likewise, if the two (2) jumps are connected with a half-revolution jump, the element is a jump sequence rather than a jump combination.) If the first jump of a two-jump combination fails to succeed and turns out as a non-listed jump, the unit will still be considered as a jump combination. 5. Jump sequence: A jump sequence may consist of any number of jumps of any number of revolutions linked by hops, mazurkas, non-listed jumps immediately following each other; while maintaining the jump rhythm (knee). No crossovers or stroking are per- 205

10 206 mitted between the jumps. Not more than one (1) rotation on the ice is allowed between any hop, mazurka, non-listed jump or jump. 6. Solo jumps, jump combinations and jump sequences: In case of unequal number of revolutions of the partners in a jump performed as a solo jump or part of a combination or a sequence, this jump will be called as a jump with lesser amount of revolutions executed by the partners. All jumps executed with more than two (2) revolutions (double Axel and all triple and quadruple jumps) must be of different nature (different name). However the jump combination or sequence can include two same such jumps. 7. Spins generally: a. Revolutions: The spins must have a required minimum number of revolutions: solo spin combination: ten (10); pair spin combination: eight (8); solo spin: six (6); and pair spin: six (6). The minimum number of required revolutions must be counted from the entry of the spin until its exit. Spins with less than three (3) rotations, however, are not counted as a spin; they are counted as a skating movement. The concluding upright position at the end of the spin (final wind-up) is not considered to be another position if does not exceed three (3) revolutions and the revolutions executed in it are not to be counted in the required number of revolutions. The second change of foot in a solo spin combination counts as a feature for a higher level. b. Positions: The minimum number of revolutions required in a position is two (2). In case this requirement is not fulfilled, the position will not be counted. c. Falls entering a spin: If the one (1) or both skaters fall when entering a spin, a simple spin or a spinning movement is allowed immediately after the fall (for purposes of filling time) and this spin/movement shall not be counted as an element. 7. Solo spin combination and pair spin combination: Both of these spins require there to be at least one (1) change of foot by both partners. In the free skate pair spin combination, the change of foot must not necessarily be executed by both partners at the same time. 8. Death spiral: In the final position while the lady is performing the actual death spiral, both the man and the lady must execute a minimum of one (1) revolution with the knees of the man clearly bent and in full pivot position. The lady must skate on a clean edge with her body and head close to the ice surface, however she must not touch the ice with her head or assist herself with the free hand or any part of the body. The lady s body weight is supported by the force of the spiraling edge and the hold of the man. The man must be in a centered position with a fully extended arm hold or the opposite hold of the man is counted as an additional feature. Any kind of position is counted as a feature if skaters hold lasts for at least one (1) revolution; each additional revolution of the lady (full 360 degrees) after the first revolution will count as one (1) additional feature to increase the level. Remarks: If the man does not reach the pivot position at all (including toe pick in the ice), there will be no level called and the value of the death spiral

11 is zero or, if the man does not stay in the pivot position (toe pick in the ice), while the lady is executing any kind of changes of positions or holds, the position of the lady does not count as a feature. 9. Step sequences: Should be executed together or close together and may include small jump-like movements with not more than half a revolution. Short stops in accordance with the music are permitted. Credit will be given to a pair which changes places and holds or uses difficult skating moves together during a step sequence. A variety and/or complexity of turns and steps must be distributed throughout the sequence. The workload between both partners must be even to be taken into account for a possible higher level. 10. Spiral sequences: The number of spirals, the length of hold of position and the edges used must be even between both partners to be considered as balanced. If one (1) partner executes no spiral at all, the spiral sequence will receive no level and consequently no value. A spiral sequence in which all executed spiral positions are held with less than three (3) seconds receives no level and therefore no value. 11. Additional optional element: If a second solo spin combination or pair spin combination or if a solo spin or pair spin is executed, this spin does not have to fulfill the rotation requirements. If the solo spin is elected, it may be commenced with a jump Junior Pairs Test and Age Requirements Test qualifications as of the closing date Both partners must have passed the for entry to the regional championships junior moves in the field test or higher and the junior pairs test. (See note) Note: It is permissible for one or both of the partners to have passed the next higher pairs test and still remain eligible to compete at the lower test level, provided that neither skater has competed at the higher pairs level in qualifying competitions. Further, if the skater chooses to compete at the lower pairs level, they must do so with a partner other than the one with whom they passed the higher pairs test. Program Durations Short program Free skate 2:50 max 4:00 +/-10 seconds 4051 Junior Pairs Short Program A. Each year one group will be designated: Group C Group A Group B B. Technical elements for each group are: 1. Group A junior pairs a. Hand-to-hand loop lift take-off (Group 4); b. Twist lift (double); 207

12 c. Double or triple Salchow throw jump; d. Double flip or double Axel (solo jump); e. Solo spin combination with only one (1) change of foot and at least one (1) change of position; f. Pair spin combination with only one (1) change of foot and at least one (1) change of position (sit, camel, upright or any variation thereof); g. Death spiral backward outside; h. Spiral step sequence. 2. Group B junior pairs a. Toe lasso lift take-off (Group 5); b. Twist lift (double); c. Double or triple toe loop throw jump; d. Double loop or double Axel (solo jump); e. Solo spin combination with only one (1) change of foot and at least one (1) change of position; f. Pair spin combination with only one (1) change of foot and at least one (1) change of position (sit, camel, upright or any variation thereof); g. Death spiral backward inside; h. Spiral step sequence. 3. Group C junior pairs a. Toe loop hip lift take-off (Group 3); b. Twist lift (double); c. Double or triple loop throw jump; d. Double Lutz (solo jump); e. Solo spin combination with only one (1) change of foot and at least one (1) change of position; f. Pair spin combination with only one (1) change of foot and at least one (1) change of position (sit, camel, upright or any variation thereof); g. Death spiral forward inside; h. Step sequence (straight line, circular or serpentine). C. Remarks: 1. Lifts: Same remarks as for seniors; 2. Twist lifts: Same remarks as for seniors; 3. Throw jump: Only the prescribed throw jump is permitted. See also 4041 C (3); 4. Solo jump: Only the prescribed double jump is permitted; 5. Solo spin combination: Same remarks as for seniors; 6. Pair spin combination: Same remarks as for seniors; 7. Death spirals: Only the prescribed death spiral is permitted. See also 4041 C (8); 8. Step sequences: Same remarks as for seniors; 9. Spiral step sequence: Same remarks as for seniors The Junior Pairs Well-Balanced Free Skate A. Elements for well-balanced junior pairs free skate. The program must contain: 1. Lifts: Maximum of three (3) lifts, one (1) of which must be from group 3 or 4, with full extension of the lifting arm(s); 208

13 2. Twist lift: Maximum of one (1) twist lift; 3. Throw jumps: Maximum of two (2) different throw jumps;; 4. Solo jump: Maximum of one (1) solo jump; 5. Jump combination or jump sequence: Maximum of one (1) jump combination or jump sequence; 6. Solo spin or solo spin combination: Maximum of one (1) solo spin or solo spin combination; 7. Pair spin or pair spin combination: Maximum of one (1) pair spin or pair spin combination; 8. Death spiral: Maximum of one (1) death spiral; 9. Step sequence: Maximum of one (1) step sequence (straight line, circular or serpentine); 10. Sequence of spirals: Maximum of one (1) sequence of spirals; B. Remarks for junior pairs well-balanced program: Same as for senior pairs. Note that junior pairs have a choice of spins in elements (6) and (7) above. Also note that junior pairs do not have the option of inserting an additional optional element Novice Pairs Test and Age Requirements Test qualifications as of the closing date for entry to the regional championships Both partners must have passed the novice moves in the field test or higher and the novice pairs test. (See note) Note: It is permissible for one or both of the partners to have passed the next higher pairs test and still remain eligible to compete at the lower test level, provided that neither skater has competed at the higher pairs level in qualifying competitions. Further, if the skater chooses to compete at the lower pairs level, they must do so with a partner other than the one with whom they passed the higher pairs test. Age requirements as of Sept. 1 prior to the regional championships None Program Durations Short program Free skate 2:30 max 3:30 +/-10 seconds 4061 Novice Pairs Short Program A. Each year one group will be designated: Group C Group A Group B B. Technical elements are: 1. Group A novice pairs a. One (1) lift (type optional except one handed and changes in hold or lady s position are not permitted). Minimum of one (1) rotation by male partner; b. Twist lift (single or double, split in the air is required); 209

14 210 c. Double flip (solo jump); d. One (1) solo spin with no change of foot and optional change of position (sit, camel or flying camel). Minimum of five (5) revolutions in total; e. One (1) pair spin with no change of foot and optional change of position (sit, camel or tango camel/sit). Minimum of five (5) revolutions in total; f. One (1) backward outside death spiral; g. One (1) step sequence (straight line, circular or serpentine). 2. Group B novice pairs a. One (1) lift (type optional except one-handed and changes in hold or lady s position are not permitted). Minimum of one (1) rotation by male partner; b. Twist lift (single or double, split in the air is required); c. Double loop (solo jump); d. Solo spin with no change of foot and optional change of position (sit, camel or flying camel). Minimum of five (5) revolutions in total; e. One (1) pair spin with no change of foot and optional change of position (sit, camel or tango camel/sit). Minimum of five (5) revolutions in total; f. One (1) backward inside death spiral; g. One (1) step sequence (straight line, circular or serpentine). 3. Group C novice pairs a. One (1) lift (type optional except one handed and changes in hold or lady s position are not permitted). Minimum of one (1) rotation by male partner; b. Twist lift (single or double, split in the air is required); c. Double Lutz (solo jump); d. Solo spin with no change of foot and optional change of position (sit, camel or flying camel). Minimum of five revolutions; e. One (1) pair spin with no change of foot and optional change of position (sit, camel or tango camel/sit). Minimum of five revolutions in total; f. One (1) forward inside death spiral; g. One (1) step sequence (straight line, circular or serpentine). C. Remarks: a. Lifts: Type of lift is optional. One (1) lift selected from Groups 1 5. One-handed variations, changes of hold or of the lady s position during the lift are not permitted. Minimum of one (1) rotation by male partner. See glossary for pair lift group descriptions; b. Twist lifts: Split position by the lady in the air prior to rotating is required; c. Solo jump: Only the prescribed double jump is permitted; d. Solo spin: Any type of spin is permitted. When the spin is commenced with a jump, no previous rotation on the ice before the take-off is permitted and the chosen position must be attained in the air. There must be no change of foot. A change of position is optional (sit, camel, flying camel, camel/sit). Minimum of five (5) revolutions in total. The concluding upright position at the end of the spin is not considered to be another position and revolutions

15 executed in it are not to be counted in the required number of revolutions. Variations of the position of the head, arms or free leg as well as fluctuations of speed are permitted. The exiting from all spins is not prescribed; e. Pair spin: There must be no change of foot in the pair spin. A change of position is optional (sit, camel or tango camel/sit). Minimum of five revolutions. The rotation must be continuous and no stop is permitted. The pair spin must not commence with a jump; f. Death spirals: Only the prescribed death spiral is permitted. Same remarks as for seniors, except no minimum length of pivot required after the final pivot position is attained by the man; g. Step sequences: Same remarks as for seniors The Novice Pairs Well-Balanced Free Skate Must Contain: Lifts Twist lift Throw jumps Solo jump Jump combination or jump sequence Pair spin Side-by-side (solo) spin Death spiral Step sequence Maximum of three (3) lifts, one of which must be from group 3 or 4. Variation of the lady s position, no-handed and one-handed lifts, and combination lifts are permitted. Maximum of one (1) twist lift. Maximum of two (2) different throw jumps, single, double or triple. Maximum of one (1) solo jump. Maximum of one (1) jump combination or jump sequence. The maximum number of jumps in the jump combination is two (2). The number of jumps in the jump sequence is free. Maximum one (1) pair spin. Miminum five (5) revolutions. Maximum one (1) side-by-side (solo) spin. Minimum five (5) revolutions. Maximum one (1) death spiral with at least one-half revolution by the lady after the pivot position has been attained by the man. The death spiral must have a regular one-hand hold. Maximum one (1) step sequence (straight line, circular or serpentine) fully utilitzing the ice surface. 211

16 4070 Intermediate Pairs Test and Age Requirements Test qualifications as of the closing date for entry to the regional championships Both partners must have passed the intermediate moves in the field test or higher and the intermediate pairs test. (See note) Note: It is permissible for one or both of the partners to have passed the next higher pairs test and still remain eligible to compete at the lower test level, provided that neither skater has competed at the higher pairs level in qualifying competitions. Further, if the skater chooses to compete at the lower pairs level, they must do so with a partner other than the one with whom they passed the higher pairs test. Age requirements as of Sept. 1 prior to the regional championships Under 18 years of age Program Duration Free skate 3:00 +/-10 seconds 4071 The Intermediate Pairs Well-Balanced Free Skate Must Contain: Lifts Twist lift Throw jump Solo jump Jump combination or jump sequence Pair spin Side-by-side (solo) spin Death spiral Step sequence Maximum two (2) lifts. Lifts are to be selected from among the following: group 1 lifts and the group 2 waist loop lift. In the alternative, the skaters may elect to perform one (1) of their two (2) lifts from among the following additional choices: a forward press lift, a two-handed star lift or a platter lift. Variations of the lady s position, no-handed and onehanded lifts and combination lifts are not permitted. However, if a pair executes a platter lift, the release of the lady s hands after the lift extension has been achieved is not a violation of this rule. Maximum one (1) twist lift (single). Maximum two (2) different throw jumps, single or double. Maximum one (1) solo jump. Maximum one (1) jump combination or jump sequence. The maximum number of jumps in the jump combination is two (2). The number of jumps in the jump sequence is free. Maximum one (1) pair spin. Minimum four (4) revolutions. Maximum one (1) side-by-side (solo) spin. Minimum five (5) revolutions. Maximum one (1) death or pivot spiral. Maximum one (1) step sequence (straight line, circular or serpentine) fully utilitzing the ice surface. See remarks under Intermediate pairs may do a death or pivot spiral. 212

17 4080 Juvenile Pairs Test and Age Requirements Test qualifications as of the closing date for entry to the regional championships Both partners must have passed the juvenile moves in the field test or higher and the juvenile pairs test. (See note) Note: It is permissible for one or both of the partners to have passed the next higher pairs test and still remain eligible to compete at the lower test level, provided that neither skater has competed at the higher pairs level in qualifying competitions. Further, if the skater chooses to compete at the lower pairs level, they must do so with a partner other than the one with whom they passed the higher pairs test. Age requirements as of Sept. 1 prior to the regional championships Under 16 years of age Program Duration Free skate 2:30 +/-10 seconds 4081 The Juvenile Pairs Well-Balanced Free Skate Must Contain: Lifts Maximum two (2) lifts. Both lifts may be selected from group 1, or one lift may be a waist loop lift from group 2 and the other may be selected from group 1. Throw jump Maximum one (1) throw jump, single only. Solo jump Jump combination or jump sequence Pair Spin Side-by-side (solo) spin Death spiral Step sequence See remarks under Maximum one (1) solo jump. Maximum one (1) jump combination or jump sequence. The maximum number of jumps in the jump combination is two (2). The number of jumps in the jump sequence is free. Maximum one (1) pair spin. Miminum three (3) revolutions. Maximum one (1) side-by-side (solo) spin. Minimum four (4) revolutions. Maximum one (1) death or pivot spiral. Maximum one (1) step sequence (straight line, circular or serpentine) fully utilitzing the ice surface Pre-Juvenile Pairs Note: Pre-juvenile pairs are considered nonqualifying events and are held at regional championships only at the discretion of the local organizing committee. 213