IRISH SNOWFLAKE COMPETITION

MICHIANA FIGURE SKATING CLUB Announces the IRISH SNOWFLAKE COMPETITION A Basic Skills Competition SATURDAY, MARCH 19, 2011 At the University of Notre Dame, Joyce Center Approved by US Figure Skating

IRISH SNOWFLAKE COMPETITION Michiana Figure Skating Club Notre Dame JACC Ice Arena Saturday, March 19, 2011 LOCATION A Basic Skills Figure Skating Competition will be held on Saturday, March 19, 2011, at the Notre Dame JACC Ice Arena. The competition should be completed by 5:00 pm. The competition is being hosted by the Michiana Figure Skating Club. Mailing address is: 233 Carter Ave. Niles, MI. For information or questions, please contact MFSC792@cs.com or Gr8tsk8trs@att.net SANCTIONING This non-qualifying competition does not require a sanction, but is approved by US Figure Skating. The approval number is ELIGIBILITY The competition is open to ALL skaters who are currently eligible (ER 1.00) members of either the Basic Skills program and /or are full members of US Figure Skating. To be eligible, skaters must have submitted a membership application or be a member in good standing. Members of other organizations (i.e ISI) are eligible to compete but must register with the host Basic Skills Program/Club or any other Basic Skills Program/Club. Eligibility will be based on skill level as of closing date of entry (2/25/11). ALL SNOWPLOW SAM and BASIC SKILLS SKATERS THROUGH BASIC 8 must skate at highest level passed and NO official U.S. Figure Skating tests may have been passed including MIF or individual dances. For the Free Skate 1-6, Test Track and Well Balanced levels, eligibility will be based only upon highest free skate test level passed (moves in the field test level will not determine skater s competitive level). Skaters may skate at highest level passed OR one level higher BUT not both levels in the same event during the same competition. Skaters must compete at the highest level passed as of February 25, 2011. EVENTS - The following events will be offered: Programs with music (Snowplow Sam Basic 8, Adult Basics 1-4 (2009 Indiana Music) Freeskating (Limited Beginner Preliminary, Adult Pre-bronze & bronze) Compulsory elements (Snowplow Sam Basic 8) Compulsory program (Limited beginner Preliminary, Adult pre-bronze & bronze) Artistic/Showcase (Basic skills Preliminary, Adult pre-bronze/bronze) Interpretive (Basic Skills Preliminary, Adult pre-bronze/bronze) ENTRIES AND FEES All entries must be postmarked no later than February 25, 2011, and must include all necessary forms and fees. There will be a $30.00 fee for all NSF checks. Late entries will be accepted at the discretion of the competition chairs. Competition chairs reserve the right to limit entries in an event and/or cancel an event based on time restrictions. No refunds will be issued after the closing date per USFS rule 33.05. A late entry fee of $20.00 is charged for entries postmarked after February 25. Entry fees are per person. The first event is $40.00. Each additional event is $15.00. No refunds are available after the closing date unless the event is cancelled by MFSC. ENTRY FORMS MUST BE FILLED OUT COMPLETELY and returned with fee. Checks must be made payable to MFSC. Please include a self-addressed stamped envelope if you would like to receive the tentative schedule by mail. $40 First Basic Skills event $15 Each additional Basic Skills event 1

A NSF fee of $30.00 will be charged for all returned checks. Mail application to: MFSC c/o Sharon Rajski 233 Carter Ave. Niles, Mi. 49120 AWARDS Everyone will receive an award. All events will be final rounds. Medals will be awarded to each place. All awards will be given at the end of the competition. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS The schedule of events will be available at MFSC s web site (www.michianafsc.org) approximately 14 days before the event. A copy of the schedule will be emailed or mailed to each competitor. Schedules will be available as soon as possible. All times are approximate. Please check with registration desk upon arrival for exact times. If you provide us with a self addressed stamped envelope, the schedule will be mailed to you. PRACTICE ICE Practice ice will be available the day of the event. TEST SESSION During the morning of the competition, there will be a low level test session. Only prepreliminary moves, pre-preliminary freestyle, preliminary moves, preliminary freestyle, and adult pre-bronze/bronze will be offered. Space is limited. For more information contact Jamie Hall, Test Chair, at Gr8tsk8trs@att.net. MUSIC The music for all Basic Skills Programs 1-8, will be the Indiana 2011 Basic Skills competition music used throughout the year. If a copy is required, please contact Gr8tsk8trs@att.net. Competitors for other events should bring a CD. (Only one song per CD please.) Please bring an extra copy as an emergency back-up. One is to be turned into the registration desk upon your arrival. REGISTRATION ON THE DAY OF EVENT The registration table will be open near Gate 3 of the Notre Dame JACC Ice Arena, one hour before the start of the competition. The table will remain open during the competition. Questions can be fielded at that location. Skaters must be registered at least 45 minutes before their event at this location.. VIDEO TAPING AND PHOTOGRAPHS Parents may videotape from the spectator areas. Parents may also take photos and videos during the awards. However, we ask that you please refrain from flash photos during the competition. 2

COMPETITION EVENTS Basic Skills Program with Music: Music will be provided by MFSC and is the same music used for all 2011 Indiana competitions. All levels will skate on ½ ice surface. 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. *The skater may use elements from a previous level. A.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level Snowplow Sam: 1. March followed by a two foot glide and dip 2. Forward two foot swizzles 2-3-in a row 3. Backward wiggles 2-6 in a row 4. Forward snowplow stop Basic 1 1. Forward two foot glide and dip 2. Forward two foot swizzles 6-8 in a row 3. Backward wiggles 6-8 in a row 4. Forward snowplow stop Basic 2 1. Forward one foot glide - either foot 2. Two foot turn in place- forward to backward 3. Backward two foot swizzles 6-8 in a row 4. Forward alternating ½ swizzle pumps, in a straight line 2-3 each foot 5. Moving snowplow stop Basic 3 1. Forward stroking 2. Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counter clockwise 4-6 consecutive 3. Backward one foot glide either foot 4. Forward slalom 5. Two foot spin minimum three revolutions Basic 4 1. Forward crossovers 4-6 consecutive both directions 2. Standstill forward outside three- turn - R & L 3. Backward stroking - 4-6 strokes 4. Backward snowplow stop - R or L Basic 5: 1. Backward crossovers 4-6 consecutive in both directions 2. Basic one-foot spin free leg held to side of spinning leg - minimum three revolutions 3. Side toe hop -either direction 4. Hockey stop Basic 6: 1. Standstill forward inside three-turn - R & L 2. Bunny Hop 3. Forward arabesque spiral on a straight line R or L 4. Lunge - R or L 5. T-stop - R or L Basic 7: 1. Forward inside open Mohawk - R to L and L to R 2. Ballet Jump- either direction 3. Back crossovers to a back outside edge landing position clockwise and counter clockwise 4. Forward inside pivot Basic 8: 1. Moving forward outside or forward inside three-turns R & L 2. Waltz jump 3. Mazurka in either direction 4. 1 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 5. Beginning one-foot upright spin - free foot held to side of spinning leg or crossed position -minimum three revolutions 3

Test Track Program Event Skaters may enter EITHER test track free skate program or the well-balanced track free skate program but NOT both during the same nonqualifying competition. Competitors will skate to music of their choice, vocal music allowed. Deductions WILL be made for skaters including technical elements not permitted in the event description. 0.1 from EACH mark for each technical element included that is not permitted in the event description. 0.2 from the technical mark for each extra or lacking element. 0.1 for any spin with less than required revolutions. LEVEL Jumps Spins Steps Qualifications Limited Beginner Time: 1:30 +/- 10 Beginner Time: 1:30 +/- 10 Pre- Preliminary Test Time: 1:30 +/- 10 **** Preliminary Test Time: 1:30 +/- 10 Jumps with not more than one-half rotation (front to back or back to front). Jump sequences are allowed. Maximum 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. Jump combinations and sequences are allowed. Maximum 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, toe loop and loop jump only. Jump combinations and sequences with the above jumps are allowed. Maximum 5 jump elements. Jumps with not more than one rotation (no Axels). Jump combinations and sequences are allowed. Maximum 5 jump elements. Two upright spins, no change of foot (Min 3 revolutions) Two upright spins, change of foot optional (Min 3 revolutions) Two spins held in one position only of a different nature, no change of foot (Min 3 revolutions and no flying spins) Two spins of a different nature, combination spins allowed (Min 3 revolutions each and no flying spins) Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program. Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program. Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program. 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 Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills free skating badge tests Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating prepreliminary free skate test Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating prepreliminary free skate test but may not have passed tests higher than the preliminary free skate test 4

Well-balanced Program Requirements (U.S. Figure Skating rulebook requirements) LEVEL No Test Time 1:00-1:30 +/-10 Prepreliminary Time: 1:30 +/- 10 Preliminary Time: 1:30 +/- 10 Jumps Spins Steps Qualifications Max 5 Single Jumps (no Axel) Max 3 combos or sequences Combos limited to 2 jumps, but one 3 jump is permitted Number of jumps in sequence is not limited Max 5 Single Jumps (Axel permitted, no doubles) Max 3 combos or sequences Combos limited to 2 jumps, but one 3 jump is permitted Number of jumps in sequence is not limited Axel may be repeated as individual jump, combo, or sequence. Max 2 Axels. Max 5 1 Axel or Waltz jump type jump Max 3 combos or sequences Combos limited to 2 jumps, but one 3 jump is permitted Number of jumps in sequence is not limited Only 2 different double jumps may be attempted (double Salchow, toe or loop only) Axel and no more than 2 different double jumps may be repeated as individual jumps, combos, or in sequences. Max of 2 Axels or any double jump Max 2 Spins must be a different nature Minimum three revolutions each Spins may change feet and start with a fly Max 2 Spins must be a different nature Minimum three revolutions each Spins may change feet and start with a fly Max 2 Spins must be a different nature Minimum three revolutions each Spins may change feet and start with a fly Max 1 Straight line, circular or serpentine Must use one half the ice surface Max 1 Straight line, circular or serpentine Must use one half the ice surface Max 1 Straight line, circular or serpentine Must use one half the ice surface May not have passed any official U.S. Figure Skating free skate tests. Must have passed no higher than U.S. Figure Skating Prepreliminary free skate test. Must have passed no higher than U.S. Figure Skating Preliminary free skate test. 5

BASIC ELEMENTS EVENT: SNOWPLOW SAM BASIC 8 Format: Each skater will perform each element when directed by a judge or referee or have the option to perform one element at a time in the order listed below (no excessive connecting steps). Referee driven format examples: all skaters perform first element before moving on to the next and so on OR each skater performs all of the required elements before moving on to the next skater. To be skated on 1/3 to 1/2 ice No music All elements must be skated in the order listed Time: 1:00 or less Snowplow Sam: 1. March followed by a two foot glide and dip 2. Forward two foot swizzles 2-3 in a row 3. Backward wiggles 2-6 in a row 4. Forward snowplow stop Basic 1 1. Forward two foot glide and dip 2. Forward two foot swizzles 6-8 in a row 3. Backward wiggles 6-8 in a row 4. Forward snowplow stop Basic 2 1. Forward one foot glide - either foot 2. Forward alternating ½ swizzle pumps, in a straight line 2-3 each foot 3. Two foot turn in place- forward to backward 4. Backward two foot swizzles 6-8 in a row 5. Moving snowplow stop Basic 3 1. Forward stroking 2. Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counter clockwise 4-6 consecutive 3. Backward one foot glide - either foot 4. Forward slalom 5. Two foot spin minimum three revolutions Basic 4 1. Standstill forward outside three-turn - R & L 2. Forward outside edge on a circle clockwise or counter clockwise 3. Forward crossovers 4-6 consecutive both directions 4. Backward stroking - 4-6 strokes 5. Backward snowplow stop - R or L Basic 5: 1. Backward outside edge on a circle clockwise or counterclockwise 2. Backward crossovers 4-6 consecutive - both directions 3. Basic one foot spin free leg held to side of spinning leg - minimum three revolutions 4. Side toe hop -either direction 5. Hockey stop Basic 6: 1. Standstill forward inside three-turn - R & L 2. Bunny Hop 3. Forward spiral on a straight line - R or L 4. Lunge - R or L 5. T-stop - R or L Basic 7: 1. Forward inside open Mohawk - R to L and L to R 2. Ballet Jump - either direction 3. Back crossovers to a back outside edge landing position clockwise and counter clockwise 4. Forward inside pivot Basic 8: 1. Moving forward outside or forward inside three-turns R & L 2. Waltz jump 3. Mazurka - either direction 4. 1 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 5. Beginning one-foot upright spin free foot held to side of spinning leg or crossed position -minimum three revolutions 6

Suggested Compulsory Event Test Track and Well Balanced Levels Format: In program form, using a limited number of connecting steps, the skating order of the required elements is optional. To be skated on ½ ice; no music allowed The skater must demonstrate the required elements and may use any additional elements from previous levels A.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level Skaters may have the option to skate one level higher in compulsories than their free skate program LEVEL Limited Beginner Compulsory Beginner Compulsory ELEMENTS 1. Waltz jump 2. ½ jump of choice 3. Forward two foot or one foot spin, minimum three revolutions (free leg position optional) 4. Forward or backward spiral 1. Toe loop jump 2. Salchow jump 3. Forward scratch spin- minimum three revolutions 4. Forward or backward spiral QUALIFICATIONS Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills free skate badge tests Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills free skate badge tests PROGRAM LENGTH Time: 1:15 Time:1:15 No Test Compulsory Pre- Preliminary Compulsory Preliminary Compulsory 1. Loop jump 2. Jump combination to include a toe loop (may not use a loop or Axel) 3. Solo spin- sit or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Spiral sequence- must include a forward and backward spiral. Additional spirals and balance moves such as Ina Bauers, spread eagles, lunges and shoot the ducks may be included. 1. Flip jump 2. Jump combination waltz jump/toe loop jump OR Salchow/toe loop jump 3. Solo spin- sit or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Spiral sequence- must include a forward and backward spiral. Additional spirals and balance moves such as Ina Bauers, spread eagles, lunges and shoot the ducks may be included. 1. Lutz jump 2. Single jump combination (may not use Lutz jump or Axel) 3. Camel spin- minimum three revolutions 4. Spiral sequence- must include a forward and backward spiral. Additional spirals and balance moves such as Ina Bauers, spread eagles, lunges and shoot the ducks may be included. Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills free skate badge tests, no official U.S. Figure Skating free skate tests passed Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating prepreliminary free skate test Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating pre-preliminary free skate test but may not have passed tests higher than the preliminary free skate test Time:1:15 Time :1:15 Time :1:15 7

ARTISTIC/SHOWCASE EVENTS: Artistic/Showcase events are open to skaters in Basic, Free Skate, Limited Beginner through Preliminary and Adult Bronze. Groups will be divided by number of entries and ages if possible. Skaters must enter at the same level as their free skate event or highest test level of skater s in the group ensemble or production number. If a free skate event is not being entered, skaters must enter at their current test level or one level higher. Vocal music is permitted. Skaters will be judged on musical interpretation and feeling, expression, and how the skating relates to the music. Show costumes are permitted, as long as they do not touch or drag on the ice. Only hand held props are allowed. Props must remain in the skater s hand(s) at all times. 6.0 Judging will be used. Deductions will be made for skaters including technical elements not permitted in the event description. Categories may include: Light entertainment Dramatic entertainment Duets Small Ensembles (3-7 skaters) Group Production (8-30 skaters) LEVEL ELEMENTS QUALIFICATIONS Basic 1-8 Free skate 1-6/ Limited Beginner/ Beginner/ Adult 1-4 No Test/ Prepreliminary/ Adult Pre- Bronze Preliminary/ Adult Bronze Elements only from Basic 1-8 curriculum 3 jump maximum. ½ rotation jumps only, plus the following full rotation jumps: Salchow and toe loop. 3 jump maximum. No axels or double jumps permitted. 3 jump maximum. Axels are permitted, but no double jumps allowed. May not have passed any higher than Basic 8 level. May not have passed any official U.S. Figure Skating free skate tests. Must have passed no higher than U.S. Figure Skating Pre-Preliminary or Adult pre-bronze free skate test. Must have passed no higher than U.S. Figure Skating Preliminary free skate or Adult Bronze test. PROGRAM LENGTH Time 1:00 Time: 1:30 Time: 1:30 Time: 1:40 INTERPRETIVE PROGRAM: COMPETITION RULES The Organizing Committee will pre-select and edit musical choices appropriate for these events. During warm-up skaters will hear selection of music twice. Following the warm-up all skaters except for the first skater will be escorted to a soundproof locker room or another area of the arena. The first skater will hear the music one more time and then perform a program to the music. As each skater performs the next skater in line will be allowed to hear the music for the third time before they perform to the music. The listening skater will not be allowed to view the performing skater. Basic Skills Interpretive Program A: Skater may have passed no higher than Basic 4. Time limit of 1 minute. Basic Skills Interpretive Program B: Skater may have passed no higher than Basic 8. Time limit of 1 minute Beginner Interpretive Program: May not have passed any official US Figure Skating Free Skating tests. No Axels or double jumps. Time limit of 1:30 minutes Pre-Preliminary Interpretive Program: Skater may not have passed Preliminary Free Skating test. Time limit of 1:30 minutes. No axels or double jumps. 8

Preliminary Interpretive Program: Skater may not have passed the Pre-Juvenile Free Skating test. Time limit of 1:30 minutes. Axels and doubles are permitted. Adult Pre-Bronze/Bronze Interpretive: May not have passed the Silver Free Skating test. Time limit of 1:40 minutes JUDGING RULES: Skaters are judged on originality, pattern, technical (the ability to include jumps and spins) and music interpretation/expression. Spins and jumps performed must be appropriate to competition level. COACHING RULES: There is to be no instruction allowed during this event from coaches, parents, or fellow skaters. Staging area must be kept clear except for ice monitor and listening competitor. 9

Entry Form 2011 IRISH SNOWFLAKE COMPETITION Basic Skills Competition Saturday, March 19, 2011 Please print clearly and fill out the entire entry form. ENTRY DEADLINE: February 25, 2011 Name: USFS# Age Sex Birth date: Address: Phone: City: State: Zip: E-Mail: Home Club: Test Level as of 02/25/11: Current Skating Level: Last Level passed: Does the skater currently take private lessons? Yes No Coach s Name/Email: Please check the event(s) you are entering: Basic Skills Program With Music Tots/Snow Plow Basic Level 1 Basic Level 2 Basic Level 3 Basic Level 4 Basic Level 5 Basic Level 6 Basic Level 7 Basic Level 8 Freeskating program Limited Beginner Beginner No-Test Pre-Preliminary Test Track Pre-Preliminary Preliminary Test-Track Preliminary Basic Skills Compulsory Elements Tots/Snow Plow Basic Level 1 Basic Level 2 Basic Level 3 Basic Level 4 Basic Level 5 Basic Level 6 Basic Level 7 Basic Level 8 Compulsory Program Limited Beginner Beginner No Test Pre-Preliminary Preliminary Artistic/Showcase Basic Skills A Basic Skills B Beginner Pre-preliminary Preliminary Interpretive Basic Skills A Basic Skills B Beginner Pre-preliminary Preliminary 10

Entry fee is $40.00 per event, $15.00 per each additional event. Entry Fees: First Event $40 $ Additional Event $15 $ Additional Event $15 $ USFS BS Membership $10 $ TOTAL $ ENTRY FEES ARE NOT REFUNDABLE UNLESS AN EVENT IS CANCELLED! The completed entry form with fees must be postmarked or dropped off at the registration table no later than February 25, 2011. Entries should be mailed with full payment (check payable to MFSC) to: MFSC c/o Sharon Rajski 233 Carter Ave. Niles, MI. 49120 Please include a self-addressed stamped envelope if you would like to receive the tentative schedule by mail CERTIFICATE OF COMPETITOR I am eligible under the rules of the United States Figure Skating Association to enter the events marked on the previous page. Competitor s signature: Date: Professional s signature: Date: Certificate of Club Office or Test Chairman To the best of my knowledge, the information on the previous page is correct and true. The competitor is a member in good standing of our club. Signature: Title: Date: Waiver of Claims for Injury I fully understand that skating involves the risk of serious bodily injury; I accept such risks and assume responsibility for any losses, costs or damages incurred as a result of participating in this competition, during practice ice or any other time on the University of Notre Dame premises. I agree to indemnify and hold harmless, the Michiana Figure Skating Club, its Board of Directors, volunteers, and agents from all liability, claims, losses or damages on my account. Skater s Signature (if over 18 years of age): Date: Parent/Guardian s Signature Date: (if skater is less than 18 years of age) 11

In Case of Emergency I hereby grant the representatives of the Michiana Figure Skating Club/Notre Dame JACC to administer or seek medical attention for my child, in case of my absence, or for myself if I am unable to communicate my desires. Skater s Signature (if over 18 years of age): Date: Parent/Guardian s Signature Date: (if skater is less than 18 years of age) Pertinent Medical Information (allergies, pre-existing conditions, etc): Skater s Insurance Company Policy Number Name of Insured: 12

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