Jégmadár Cup International Senior, Junior, Youngsters, Recreational and Adult Figure Skating Competition Székesfehérvár - Hungary 01-02 April, 2017 COMPETITION INVITATION Organizer of the competition: Székesfehérvári Jégmadár Figure Skating Club Location of the competition: Ifj. Ocskay Gábor Ice Hall of Székesfehérvár (indoor arena: 30m x 60m) 8000 Székesfehérvár, Raktár utca 1. http://www.fehervarav19.hu Date of the competition: 01-02 April, 2017 Objective of the competition: Providing the senior, junior, youngsters, recreational skater with the opportunity to compete. Entries: All ISU members and clubs, members of National Figure Skating Federations associated in I.S.U., are invited to take part at the competition. Entry Forms should be used! Entries must be done with the attached Entry Forms. The entry forms, the Program Content Sheet must be returned to the Organizing Committee in time. It is mandatory that the Program Content Sheet must be filled in precisely by each Skater in English using the terminology for the elements listed in the respective ISU Communication. Deadline for entries: The entries (competitors, judges, team leaders, coaches, other persons) must reach the organizer by 13 March, 2017. at the following address: E-mail: eastercup@jegmadarmukori.hu Website: http://jegmadarmukori.hu Entry fee: 40, or HUF 12.000 /person Competitor with one program 50, or HUF 15.000 /person Competitor with two program [1]
Late entry fee: 50, or HUF 15.000 /person Competitor with one program 60, or HUF 18.000 /person Competitor with two program All entries sent after 13th March, 2017 is declaired to be late entry. Bank information: Beneficiary: Székesfehérvári Jégmadár Műkorcsolya Egyesület IBAN nr.: HU78 10918001-00000015-45580008 Swift code: BACXHUHB Important: please notice the name of competitor and category. Other possibility: To pay in cash at the registration before the competition. For all single categories 50, or HUF 15.000. Invoices will be given after registration at the place of the competition there is no pay back of entry fee s available.please, keep in mind that payment by credit or bank card is not possible at the competition only cash payment is possible at the venue. Accreditation: The accreditation will be at Ice Rink from Saturday, 01 April, 2017 between 7:00 In accordance with the new ISU Directive please note that at the time of registration (Entry fee,music, hotel arrangements) we have to copy and file the passport of the Skaters (in case you happen to bring it with you or send it by e-mail beforehand it will make us very happy). Reward: Medals for the first three places in every age group, diplomas and presents for all participants; [2]
Competition categories: Competition categories: SENIOR CATEGORIES MEN LADIES Short Program- The required elements to be skated are those listed in ISU Technical Rules Single & Pair Skating 2016, Rule 611, paragraphs 1 and 2. Duration: 2 min. and 40 sec., +/- 10 sec. Free Skating- In accordance with ISU Technical Rules Single & Pair Skating 2016, Rule 612 and the respective ISU Communication. Special attention should be paid to the well balanced program and the element value. Duration: 4 min. and 30 sec., +/- 10 sec. Short Program- The required elements to be skated are those listed in ISU Technical Rules Single & Pair Skating 2016 Rule 611, paragraphs 1 and 2. Duration: 2 min. and 40 sec., +/- 10 sec. Free Skating- In accordance with ISU Technical Rules Single & Pair Skating 2016, Rule 612 and the respective ISU Communication. Special attention should be paid to the well balanced program and the element value. Duration: 4 min., +/- 10 sec. [3]
JUNIOR CATEGORIES MEN LADIES Short Program - The required elements to be skated are those listed in ISU Technical Rules Single & Pair Skating 2016, Rule 611, paragraphs 1 and 3 for 2016/17 and the respective ISU Communications. Duration: 2 mins, 40 secs. +/- 10 secs. In accordance with ISU Technical Rules Single & Pair Skating 2016, Rule 612 and the respective ISU Communication(s). Special attention should be paid to the well balanced program and the element value. Duration: 4 mins. +/- 10 secs. Short Program - The required elements to be skated are those listed in ISU Technical Rules Single & Pair 2016, Rule 611, paragraphs 1 and 3 for 2016/17 and the respective ISU Communications. Duration: 2 mins. 40 secs. +/- 10 secs. In accordance with ISU Technical Rules Single & Pair Skating 2016, Rule 612 and the respective ISU Communication(s). Special attention should be paid to the well balanced program and the element value. Duration: 3 mins. 30 secs. +/- 10 secs. [4]
ADVANCED NOVICE CATEGORIES BOYS GIRLS Age and requirements according to the ISU Technical Rules Single and Pair Skating 2016, ISU Communication 2024 and all respective ISU Communications. Short Program - In accordance with ISU Technical Rules Single and Pair Skating 2024 and the respective ISU Communications Duration: 2 mins. 20 secs. +/- 10 secs. In accordance with ISU Technical Rules Single and Pair Skating 2024 and the respective ISU Communications Duration: 3 mins. 30 secs. +/- 10 secs. Short Program - In accordance with ISU Technical Rules Single and Pair Skating 2024 and the respective ISU Communications Duration: 2 mins. 20 secs. +/- 10 secs. In accordance with ISU Technical Rules Single and Pair Skating 2024 and the respective ISU Communications Duration: 3 mins. +/- 10 secs. BASIC NOVICE CATEGORIES Basic Novice Categories will be held in accordance with the ISU Technical Rules Single & Pair Skating and ISU Communications 1947 and all respective ISU Communications. BASIC NOVICE B GIRLS & BOYS (older subgroup) Age requirements - a.) Has reached at least the age of thirteen (13) b.) Has NOT reached the age of fifteen (15) for girls and boys Well balanced free skating program has to meet with ISU Communication 2024 and all respective ISU Communications. Duration: 3 mins. +/- 10 secs. for boys and girls BASIC NOVICE A GIRLS & BOYS (younger subgroup) Age requirements a.) Has reached at least the age of ten (10) b.) Has NOT reached the age of thirteen (13) for girls and boys [5]
A well balanced free skating program has to meet with ISU Communication 2024 and all respective ISU Communications. Duration: 2 mins. 30 secs. +/- 10 secs. YOUNGSTER CATEGORIES CUBS GIRLS & BOYS - SINGLE SKATING Age requirements - Cubs 2006 Born after 1st of July 2006 Cubs 2007 Born after 1st of July 2007 A well-balanced Free Skating Program for Cubs must contain: a) Maximum of 4 jump elements for Girls and Boys, and one of which must be an Axel type jump. b) There may be up to two (2) jump combinations or sequences. A jump sequence can contain any number of jumps, but only two most difficult jumps will be counted. Jump combination can contain only two (2) jumps. Only two jumps with 1, 1½, 2 or 2½ revolutions can be repeated either in a jump combination or in a jump sequence. Triple jumps are not permitted. c) There must be a maximum of two (2) spins of a different nature (abbreviation), one of which must be a spin combination with or without change of foot (minimum of six (6) revolutions in total) and one spin with no change of position and with or without change of foot (minimum of six (6)revolutions in total). Flying entry is allowed. d) There must be a maximum: 1.) for Girls one (1) step sequence. The sequence (step) will have a fixed Base value and evaluated in GOE only. 2.) for Boys one (1) step sequence with a fixed Base value and evaluated in GOE only. The Program Components are only judged in Skating Skills Performance/Execution The Factor of the Program Components is 2.5. Levels explanations: For Cubs Singles, in all elements, which are subject to Levels, only features up to Level 3 will be counted. Any additional features will not count for Level requirements and will be ignored by the Technical Panel. In case the number of entries requires, competitors will be divided into different age groups. Duration Girls: 2 mins. +/- 10 secs. Duration Boys: 2 mins. 30 secs. +/- 10 secs. CHICKS GIRLS & BOYS - SINGLE SKATING Age requirements - Chicks 2008 Born after 1st of July 2008 Chicks 2009 Born after 1st of July 2009 [6]
Chicks 2010 Born after 1st of July 2010 and younger A well-balanced Free Skating Program for Chicks must contain: a) Maximum of 4 jump elements for Girls and Boys, and one of which must be an Axel type jump. b) There may be up to two (2) jump combinations or sequences. A jump sequence can contain any number of jumps, but only two most difficult jumps will be counted. A jump combination can contain only two jumps. Only two jumps with 1, 1½ or 2 revolutions can be repeated either in a jump combination or in a jump sequence. Triple jumps are not permitted. c) There must be a maximum of two (2) spins of a different nature (abbreviation), one of which must be a spin combination with or without change of foot (minimum of six (6) revolutions in total) and one spin with no change of position and with or without change of foot (minimum of six (6)revolutions in total). Flying entry is allowed. d) There must be a maximum: 1.) For Girls one (1) choreo sequence with one spiral position with 3 sec. The choreo sequence will have a fixed Base value and evaluated in GOE only. 2.) For Boys one (1) choreo sequence with one spiral position with 3 sec. The choreo sequence will have fixed Base value and evaluated in GOE only. The Program Components are only judged in Skating Skills Performance/Execution The Factor of the Program Components is 2.5. Levels explanations: For Chicks Singles, in all elements, which are subject to Levels, only features up to Level 2 will be counted. Any additional features will not count for Level requirements and will be ignored by the Technical Panel. Duration Girls: 2 mins. +/- 10 secs Duration Boys: 2 mins. +/- 10 secs [7]
2) NON-ISU Recreational and Adult Single Figure Skating categories: NON-ISU Recreational categories: Age group A: born after 1st July 2006 or younger Bronze level Age group B: born after 1st July 2004 Bronze and Silver level Age group C: born after 1st July 2001 Bronze, Silver and Gold level Age group D: born after 1st July 1998 Bronze, Silver and Gold level Adult categories: Age group A: born after 1st July 1988 Bronze, Silver and Gold level Age group B: born after 1st July 1978 Bronze, Silver and Gold level Age group C: born after 1st July 1968 Bronze and Silver level Age group D: born after 1st July 1958 Bronze and Silver level Age group E: born before 1st July 1958 and earlier Bronze level In case the number of entries requires, competitors will be merged into united age group. Technical data: Calculation of scores: according to new ISU Judging System The Program Components are judged only in Skating Skills Performance/Execution Interpretation Requirements for all age groups: The programmes can be interpretative. Different portable or stationary tools and accessories e.g.: hat, walking stick, shawl is allowed during the programme, if it doesn t disturb the performer and its soundness. The music can be even vocal, but with appropriate lyrics. Exceeding the limit for the music is followed by 1 point deduction per 5 sec. Failing: 0,5 point penalty [8]
NON-ISU Recreational and Adult Single Gold categories A competitor in the Recreational and Adult Gold Free Skating event must perform a wellbalanced program that may contain: 1.) A maximum of six (6) jump elements, consisting of any single or double jumps (except Double Flip, Double Lutz, Double Axel) No triple jumps are permitted. There may be up to three (3) jump combinations or jump sequences. A jump combination may consist max. 3 jumps, the jump sequence may consist of any number of single and double jumps, however, only the two jumps with the highest value will count. Please note that a half-loop in combination or in a sequence with any other jump will be called as a single Loop (1 Lo.) 2.) Any jump can be repeated only once and this repetition must be done either in a jump combination or in a jump sequence. 3.) A maximum of three (3) spins of a different abbreviation, one of which must be a spin combination with a change of foot and one must be a flying spin. The spins must have a required minimum number of revolutions: four (4) for the flying spin with no change of foot after landing, four (4) for the spin with only one position and no change of foot and four (4) for the spin combination with no change of foot and eight (4 + 4) for the spin combination with change of foot or spin in one position with a change of foot. There must be a minimum of two (2) revolutions in each position or the position will not be counted. 4.) A maximum of one (1) choreographic sequence (ChSq). A Choreographic Sequence consists of any kind of movements like steps, turns, spirals, arabesques, spread eagles, Ina Bauers, spinning movements, etc. The Sequence commences with the first move and is concluded with the last move of the Skater. The pattern is not restricted, but must fully utilize the ice surface. A Choreographic Sequence has a base value and will be evaluated by the judges in GOE only. The first visible attempt to execute a choreographic sequence will contribute to the technical score. Factor: The panels points for the three judged Program Component (Skating Skills, Performance/Execution, Interpretation) are multiplied by a factor of 1.6 Levels explanations: For Recreational and Adult Gold category, in all elements, which are subject to Levels, only features up to Level 3 will be counted. Any additional features will not count for Level requirements and will be ignored by the Technical Panel. Time limit: 2 mins. 40 secs. +/- 10 secs. [9]
NON-ISU Recreational and Adult Single Silver categories A competitor in the Recreational and Adult Silver Free Skating event must perform a well-balanced program that may contain: 1.) A maximum of five (5) jump elements. Only single jumps and single Axel are permitted. No double and triple jumps are permitted. There may be up to three (3) jump combinations or jump sequences. A jump combination may consist max. 3 jumps, the jump sequence may consist of any number of single jumps, however, only the two jumps with the highest value will count. Please note that a half-loop in combination or in a sequence with any other jump will be called as a single Loop (1 Lo.) 2.) Any jump can be repeated only once and this repetition must be done either in a jump combination or in a jump sequence. 3.) A maximum of three (3) spins of different abbreviations, one of which must be a spin combination. The spins must have a required minimum number of revolutions: three (3) for the flying spin with no change of foot after landing, three (3) for the spin with only one position and no change of foot and four (4) for the spin combination with no change of foot and six (3 + 3) for the spin combination with change of foot or spin in one position with a change of foot. There must be a minimum of two (2) revolutions in each position or the position will not be counted. 4.) A maximum of one (1) choreographic sequence (ChSq). A Choreographic Sequence consists of any kind of movements like steps, turns, spirals, arabesques, spread eagles, Ina Bauers, spinning movements, etc.. The Sequence commences with the first move and is concluded with the last move of the Skater. The pattern is not restricted, but must utilize the half ice surface. A Choreographic Sequence has a base value and will be evaluated by the judges in GOE only. The first visible attempt to execute a choreographic sequence will contribute to the technical score. Factor: The panels points for the three judged Program Component (Skating Skills, Performance/Execution, Interpretation) are multiplied by a factor of 1.6 Levels explanations: For Recreational and Adult Silver category, in all elements, which are subject to Levels, only features up to Level 2 will be counted. Any additional features will not count for Level requirements and will be ignored by the Technical Panel. Time limit: 2 mins. 10 secs. +/- 10 secs. [10]
NON-ISU Recreational and Adult Single Bronze categories A competitor in the Recreational and Adult Bronze Free Skating event must perform a well-balanced program that may contain: 1.) A maximum of four (4) jump elements. Only single jumps are permitted, no Axel type jump, no double or triple jumps can be included. A jump combination may consist of the same or another single jump. There may be up to three (3) jump combinations or jump sequences in the Program. A jump sequence may consist of any number of single jumps, however, only the two jumps with the highest value will count. Please note that a half-loop in combination or in a sequence with any other jump will be called as a single Loop (1 Lo.) Jumps which do not satisfy the requirements (including wrong number of revs) will have no value (e.g. 1Lz+1A*+Seq.) 2.) Any jump can be repeated only once and this repetition must be done either in a jump combination or in a jump sequence. 3.) A maximum of two (2) spins of a different abbreviation, one of which must be a spin combination. The spins must have a required minimum number of revolutions: three (3) for the spin with only one position and no change of foot and four (4) for the spin combination with no change of foot and six (3 + 3) for the spin combination with change of foot. Flying spins are not permitted. There must be a minimum of two (2) revolutions in each position or the position will not be counted. 4.) A maximum of one (1) choreographic sequence (ChSq). A Choreographic Sequence consists of any kind of movements like steps, turns, spirals, arabesques, spread eagles, Ina Bauers, spinning movements, etc. The Sequence commences with the first move and is concluded with the last move of the Skater. The pattern is not restricted, but must utilize the half ice surface. A Choreographic Sequence has a base value and will be evaluated by the judges in GOE only. The first visible attempt to execute a choreographic sequence will contribute to the technical score. Factor: The panels points for the three judged Program Component (Skating Skills, Performance/Execution, Interpretation) are multiplied by a factor of 1.6 Levels explanations: For Recreational and Adult Bronze category, in all elements, which are subject to Levels, only features up to Level 2 will be counted. Any additional features will not count for Level requirements and will be ignored by the Technical Panel. Time limit: 1 minutes 50 secs. +/- 10 secs. [11]
ATTENTION! Registration: Competitors have to prove their identity with valid competition licence; in case of foreign competitors, with passport. Participation is only allowed with valid medical certificate or certificate issued by a sports physician. Expenses: The organizer does not pay any expenses of the teams (travel, and living expenses) but cover the costs of competition. Responsibility: All the participants enter the competition on their own responsibility. The organizer doesn t take the responsibility for any possible accidents. Music: All Competitors shall furnish competition music of excellent quality on CD format, in accordance with Rule 343, paragraph 1. In accordance with Rule 343, paragraph 1, all discs must show the Competition event, Competitor s name, the Nation and the exact running time of the music (not skating time) including any starting signal and must be submitted at the time of registration. Each program (short program, free skating, short dance, free dance) must be recorded on a separate disc. In addition competitors/couples must provide a back-up drive for each program. If music information is not complete and discs not provided, accreditation will not be given. With the entry forms, the Program Content Sheet must return to the Organizing Committee in time. It is mandatory that the Program Content Sheet must be filled in precisely by each Skater/team in English using the terminology for the elements listed in the respective ISU Communication. It is not permitted to hand over the Program Content Sheets directly to the acting Officials. Starting times: Please, keep in mind that only daily starting times of the competition are fixed. Following the morning start the time schedule of the event is flexible, which means that in case of cancellations certain categories may start some time earlier than it is indicated in the Preliminary Schedule. Protests: Each team has the right to submit protest against the judge s decision. Protests must be submitted to the Referee of the relevant event at the latest immediately after the event. Upon the submission of the protest a protest fee of 30 EUR must be paid. The referee s decision is final. In the new ISU Judging Systems no protests can be filed against the judges (see Rule 123), but against the right determination of the executed element or any calculation error. In the ISU Judging System protest can be summited in 24 hours after subsegment (e.g. Short Program) and before the awarding ceremony after the final segment (e.g. Free Skating). Protest must be done in a written form to the referee of the relevant segment. Please read ISU Rule 123. Transfer: It is possible to transfer from your city hotel to the ice hall. Organizer reserves the right to make the potential changes if it should be necessary. The definite timetable will be sent to all entered clubs after deadline for entries. Ferenc Varga Jégmadár Műkorcsolya Egyesület Székesfehérvár president [12]
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Preliminary timetable Saturday, 01 April, 2017 From To Event 7:40 8:30 Practice possibility 9:00 Short Program for Advanced Novice categories Short Program for Junior categories Competition for Recreational, Adult categories Short Program for Senior categories Free program for Basic Novice B categories Free program for Chicks Girls and Boys categories Sunday, 02 April, 2017 From To Event 7:40 8:30 Practice possibility 9:00 Free skating for Advanced Novice categories Free skating for Junior categories Free Program for Senior categories Free program for Cubs Girls and Boys Free program for Basic Novice A categories The organizer reserves the right to change the schedule of competition. [14]
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