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The Beaver County Figure Skating Club's Basic Skills Competition Beaver County Ice Arena Brady's Run Park - 121 Brady's Run Road - Beaver Falls PA 15010 Saturday May 10, 2014 Secure online registration and credit card payment is available with EntryEeze at http://comp.entryeeze.com/home.aspx?cid=360 Application deadline: Postmarked by April 10, 2014 Chairperson: Robert Springer Phone: 412-925-8192 Email: robertspringer3@aol.com Sanctioned by

Welcome: The Beaver County Figure Skating Club invites you to the 2014 Skate Into Spring Basic Skills Competition to be held May 10, 2014 at the Beaver County Ice Arena. Facilities: 200 long X 85 wide Eligibility: The competition is open to ALL skaters who are current eligible (ER 1.00) members of either the Basic Skills Program* and/or are full members of U.S. Figure Skating. To be eligible, skaters must have submitted a membership application or be a member in good standing. Members of other organizations are eligible to compete but must be registered with a Basic Skills Program/Club. Eligibility will be based on skill level as of April 10, 2014. * If you are not a US Figure Skating member or BASIC SKILLS member, and wish to register with the BCFSC Basic Skills Program add $12 to the application and we will add you to our program! Snowplow Sam and Basic Skills 1-8 competitors must skate at the highest test level passed or one level higher and NO official U.S. Figure Skating tests may have been passed including MIF or individual dances. Test Track and Well Balanced competitors must skate at the highest free skate test level passed or one level higher BUT not both in the same event during the competition. (Moves in the field test level will not determine skater s competitive level.) Rules for Instructors/Coaches: All coaches are required to be U.S. Figure Skating members and must comply with U.S. Figure Skating rules and guidelines. All coaches must have completed the Coaches Registration (18 yrs. and older) and CER s through U.S. Figure Skating. If you have not met the requirements of the U.S. Figure Skating as a Coach/Professional, then you may not attend this sanctioned event. Coaches will need to check in at the registration desk for credentials. If you are unable to attend and another coach will attend in your place, please be sure to contact the competition chairperson so credentials will be available. Entries: Basic Skills Events- $40 for 1st event and $20 for the additional event Limited Beginner, Beginner, Pre-Preliminary & Preliminary Events - $60 for 1st event and $20 for each additional event Secure online registration and credit card payment is available with EntryEeze at http://comp.entryeeze.com/home.aspx?cid=360. Paper applications will be accepted with a $5 processing fee. Make checks payable to: BCFSC and mail to: Skate Into Spring, 691 Independence Rd Aliquippa, PA 15001-5899 Please ensure you have checked the correct boxes when completing your registration form. If you incorrectly mark a box that results in the event needing to be changed, you will be assessed a $15 fee per changed event. Your coach should review or fill out the registration form for you before you submit the form to insure accuracy. Please Note: There will be a $30 service charge assessed for all returned checks and credit card disputes. Only a Cashier s Check or Money Order will be accepted to cover this assessment. Deadline to enter is April 10, 2014. Paper entries must be post marked by April 10, 2014. Late entries may be accepted at the Competition Chair s discretion. A $20 late fee will be assessed for each event entered.

Refunds: No refunds will be given without a valid doctor s excuse or if an event is cancelled due to a lack of participation. Practice Ice: Practice ice will be available through the Beaver County Ice Arena on Friday May 9, 2014 and on Saturday May 10, 2014. Times and prices will be announced on the BCFSC website one week in advance of the competition. Visit www.bcfsc.org, under Club Activities> Competition Registration: A registration desk will be open throughout the competition. Competitors must register promptly upon their arrival and submit their music during registration. Skaters should arrive at the rink at least one hour PRIOR to their event s start time. Events will not be delayed for late arriving skaters. Awards: Medals will be given for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places. Ribbons will be awarded for all others. Award Ceremonies will be held periodically during the day, please check schedule the day of the competition for times. Music: Music will be reproduced through the arena sound system from CDs that are furnished by each skater. Skaters are required to deliver their music to the registration desk at the time of registration and at least one hour before the event warm up time. All music must be turned in properly labeled at the time of registration. All skaters should have appropriate backup music with them at rink side. Music should be reclaimed at the registration desk following the event. Contact Information: Competition Chair- Robert Springer, 412-925-8192, robertspringer3@aol.com Beaver County Ice Arena: 724-770-2060 Driving Directions: Please visit the Beaver County Figure Skating Club s website under Contact Us for a Google Map with driving directions or enter Beaver County Ice Arena @40.731308,-80.336859 as the destination on Google maps for your personal driving directions. Thinking about visiting the Beaver County? Would you like to know more about the area? Visit the official site of the Beaver County Recreation & Tourism Bureau at www.visitbeavercounty.com. Area Hotels: Links to the hotel websites are provided on the Beaver County Figure Skating Club s website, www.bcfsc.org, under Club Activities> Competition Holiday Inn Express - 724-728-5121 105 Stone Quarry Road, Monaca, PA 15061 Holiday Inn - 724-846-3700-7195 Eastwood Drive, Beaver Falls PA 15010 Willows Inn - 724-643-4500 1830 Midland Beaver Road, Industry, PA 15052 Hampton Inn - 724-774-5580 202 Fairview Drive, Monaca, PA, 15061-2306

EVENT: Basic Elements Event: SNOWPLOW SAM BASIC 8 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. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. To be skated on 1/3 to 1/2 ice No music Elements must be skated in the order listed Level Time Skating rules / standards Snowplow Sam 1-3 Basic 1 Basic 2 Basic 3 Basic 4 Basic 5 Basic 6 Basic 7 Basic 8 1:00 1:00 1:00 1:00 1:00 1:00 1:00 1:00 1:00 March followed by a two foot glide and dip Forward two foot swizzles 2-3 in a row Forward snowplow stop Backward wiggles 2-6 in a row Forward two foot glide and dip 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 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 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 Forward outside edge on a circle clockwise or counter clockwise Forward crossovers 4-6 consecutive both directions Backward stroking - 4-6 strokes Backward snowplow stop - R or L Backward outside edge on a circle clockwise or counterclockwise Backward crossovers 4-6 consecutive - both directions Basic one foot spin free leg held to side of spinning leg - minimum three revolutions Side toe hop -either direction Hockey stop Standstill forward inside three-turn - R & L 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 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 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

BASIC PROGRAM EVENT: SNOWPLOW SAM BASIC 8 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 Snowplow Sam 1-3 Basic 1 Basic 2 Basic 3 Basic 4 Basic 5 Basic 6 Basic 7 Basic 8 1:00 +/-10 1:00 +/-10 1:00 +/-10 1:00 +/-10 1:00 +/-10 1:00 +/-10 1:00 +/-10 1:00 +/-10 1:00 +/-10 March followed by a two foot glide and dip Forward two foot swizzles 2-3 in a row Forward snowplow stop Backward wiggles 2-6 in a row Forward two foot glide and dip 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 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 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 Forward crossovers 4-6 consecutive both directions Backward stroking - 4-6 strokes Backward snowplow stop - R or L Backward crossovers 4-6 consecutive - both directions Basic one foot spin free leg held to side of spinning leg - minimum three revolutions Side toe hop -either direction Hockey stop Standstill forward inside three-turn - R & L 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 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 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

FREE SKATE 1-6 COMPULSORY EVENT In simple 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 is 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 Time: 1:15 or less Level Time Skating rules / standards Advanced forward stroking - 4-6 consecutive Backward outside three-turns R & L Free Skate 1 1:15 One-foot upright scratch spin from backward crossovers-minimum three revolutions Waltz jump from backward crossovers Half flip jump Forward outside or inside spiral - R or L Free Skate 2 1:15 Waltz Three's - R or L, 2-3 sets Beginning back spin - entry optional minimum two revolutions Waltz jump, side toe hop, waltz jump sequence Toe loop jump Free Skate 3 1:15 Forward crossovers in a figure 8 Backward inside three-turns, R & L Back spin- minimum three revolutions Salchow jump Waltz jump/toe loop or Salchow/toe loop jump combination Forward power 3's, 2-3 consecutive sets-r or L Free Skate 4 1:15 Sit spin- minimum three revolutions Loop jump Waltz jump/loop jump combination Camel spin- minimum three revolutions Free Skate 5 1:15 Forward upright spin to back upright spin- minimum three revolutions, each foot Loop/loop jump combination Flip jump Five step Mohawk sequence - 1 set alternating pattern (refer to Basic Skills Curriculum Free skate 6) Free Skate 6 1:15 Camel, sit spin combination - minimum of four revolutions total Split jump or stag jump Waltz jump, ½ loop, Salchow jump sequence Lutz jump

FREE SKATE 1-6 PROGRAM EVENT The skating order of the required elements is optional. The elements are not restricted as to the number of times element is executed, or length of glides, number of revolutions, etc. unless otherwise stated. Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program. Vocal music is allowed. To be skated on full ice. The skater must demonstrate the required elements and may use but is not required to use any additional elements from previous levels A.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level Time 1:30+/-10sec Level Time Skating rules / standards Free Skate 1 Free Skate 2 Free Skate 3 Free Skate 4 Free Skate 5 Free Skate 6 1:30+/-10 sec 1:30+/-10 sec 1:30+/-10 sec 1:30+/-10 sec 1:30+/-10 sec 1:30+/-10 sec Advanced forward stroking - 4-6 consecutive One-foot upright scratch spin from backward crossovers-minimum three revolutions Waltz jump from backward crossovers Half flip jump Forward outside spiral - R or L Beginning back spin - entry optional minimum two revolutions Waltz jump, side toe hop, waltz jump sequence Toe loop jump Forward crossovers in a figure 8 Back spin- minimum three revolutions Salchow jump Waltz jump/toe loop or Salchow/toe loop jump combination Forward power 3's, 2-3 consecutive sets -R or L Sit spin- minimum three revolutions Loop jump Waltz jump/loop jump combination Camel spin- minimum three revolutions Forward upright spin to back upright spin- minimum three revolutions, each foot Loop/loop jump combination Flip jump Camel, sit spin combination - minimum of four revolutions total Split jump or stag jump Waltz jump, ½ loop, Salchow jump sequence Lutz jump

TEST TRACK AND WELL BALANCED COMPULSORY MOVES Format: In simple 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 is 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 Time Skating rules / standards Beginner (formerly Limited Beginner) High Beginner (formerly Beginner) No Test Pre Preliminary Preliminary 1:15 1:15 1:15 1:15 1:15 Waltz jump ½ jump of choice Forward two foot or one foot spin, minimum three revolutions (free leg position optional) Forward or backward spiral Toe loop jump Salchow jump Forward scratch spin- minimum three revolutions Forward or backward spiral Loop jump Jump combination to include a toe loop (may not use a loop or Axel) Solo spin- sit or camel spin - minimum three revolutions Spiral sequence- must include a forward and backward spiral. Additional spirals and balance moves may be included. Single flip Jump combination: single / single (no Axel) Sit spin or camel spin; min. 3 revolutions Spiral sequence with 1 forward spiral and 1 backward spiral (any edge) Single Lutz Jump combination: single / single (may include Axel) Back upright spin; min., 3 revolutions Forward inside spiral

TEST TRACK FREE SKATE General event parameters: Skaters may not enter both a Well-Balanced Free Skate event and a Test Track Free Skate event at the same non-qualifying competition. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music IS permitted at all levels. Level will be determined by the highest Free Skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. Minimum number of spin revolutions are in ( ) following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position. The following deductions will be taken: - 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 element included. - 0.1 from the technical mark for any spin that is less than the required minimum revolutions. 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 Max 5 jump elements: High Beginner (formerly Beginner) 1:30 +/- 10 sec. 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 Max 5 jump elements: Pre-Preliminary 1:30 +/- 10 sec. 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 only. Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences (using above jumps only) Max. 2 of any same type jump Max of 2 spins: Two spins of a different nature, one position only. 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 prepreliminary free skate test Preliminary 1:30 +/- 10 sec. Max 5 jump elements: Jumps with not more than one rotation (no Axels). Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump Max of 2 spins: One spin in one position; no change of foot, no flying entry. (Min 3 revolutions) One spin consisting of a front scratch to back scratch; exit on spinning foot not mandatory. (Min 3 revolutions per foot) Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program 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

General event parameters: WELL BALANCED PROGRAM FREE SKATE Skaters may not enter both a Well Balanced Free Skate event and a Test Track Free Skate event at the same non qualifying competition. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted. Level will be determined by the highest Free Skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. Level Time Jumps Spins Step Sequences Max 2 spins: Max 5 jump elements: Connecting moves No-Test 1:30 Spins must be a different nature. and steps should be demonstrated +/- 10 Minimum three revolutions each. throughout the sec. program. Single Jumps (no Axel) Max 2 combos or sequences. Combos limited to 2 jumps Number of jumps in sequence is limited to a max of 3 single jumps (half-loop is not considered a single jump). Spins may change feet, position and start with a fly. Pre- Preliminary 1:30 +/- 10 sec. Max 5 jump elements: Any single jumps, including Axel, allowed. Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences Jump combinations are limited to 2 jumps. Number of jumps in a jump sequence is limited to a of 3 single jumps (½ loop is not considered a single jump.) Axel may be repeated as an individual jump, as part of a jump combination or jump sequence. Max of 2 Axels. Double or triple jumps are not allowed. Max 2 spins: a) Spins must be of a different nature b) Spins may change feet and/or position. c) Spins may start with a fly. d) Minimum of 3 revolutions One step sequenced that must use ½ of the ice surface. Max 5 jump elements: Preliminary 1:30 +/- 10 sec. One must be an Axel or waltz-jump. Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps Number of jumps in a jump sequence is limited to a of 3 single jumps (½ loop is not considered a single jump.) Only 2 different double jumps may be attempted, selected from: double Salchow, double toe-loop, double loop) Axel and no more than 2 different double jumps may be repeated as individual jumps, as part of jump combinations or jump sequences. Maximum of 2 Axels or any double jump. Double flips, double Lutzes, double Axels or triple jumps are not allowed. Max 2 spins: Spins must be of a different nature Spins may change feet and/or position. Spins may start with a fly. Minimum of 3 revolutions One step sequenced that must use ½ of the ice surface.

BEGINNER SPINS: No music on half-ice. Spins should be skated exactly as stated and in this order. Skaters will perform one spin at a time (no excessive connecting steps). Skaters will be given one opportunity to perform each spin. Groups will be divided according to Basic/Free Skate test level. Spins should be a minimum of three revolutions each. Basic Skills: Forward pivot- either foot, Two foot spin, Forward one foot spin- optional free leg position Beginner: Two foot spin, Forward one foot spin optional free leg position, Sit Spin No-Test, Pre-Preliminary: Forward Scratch spin, Backward one foot spin (crossed leg position), Camel spin Preliminary: Forward Scratch Spin, Backward one foot spin, Combination spin of choice- minimum two changes of position or foot JUMPS: The following format will be used: the first skater will take the ice and attempt the first jump twice, then attempt the second jump twice before going to the next skater. The repeat of each jump element must be the same jump(s) as the first when there is a choice. This procedure will be repeated throughout the event. Maximum time is 1 minute. Entrants will qualify according to their free skate level, but may skate up one level. All levels will be skated on ½ ice. Jumps should be performed exactly as stated. Skaters will be given two opportunities to perform each jump and will be judged on the best one. Repeated jumps must be the same as the original. Beginner: Waltz jump; toe loop or Salchow Pre-Preliminary: Toe loop; combination of any two single jumps (no Axels) Preliminary: Loop; combination of any two single jumps

SHOWCASE EVENTS: Showcase events are open to skaters in Basic, Free Skate, Limited Beginner through Preliminary. Groups will be divided by number of entries and ages if possible. Skaters must enter at the same level as their free skate event or highest test level of skater s in the group ensemble or production number. If a free skate event is not being entered, skaters must enter at their current test level or one level higher. Vocal music is permitted. Show costumes are permitted, as long as they do not touch or drag on the ice. Props and scenery must be placed and removed by unaided singles and duet competitors within one minute and by unaided ensemble contestants within two minutes for setup and two minutes for removal. A.2 deduction will be assessed by the referee against each judges mark for each five seconds in excess of the time allowed for the performance, for handling props and scenery and for scenery assistance. Performances will be judged from an entertainment standpoint, for theatrical qualities. Technical skating skills and difficulty will not be rewarded as such; however, skating must be the major element of the performance and be of sufficient quality to support the selected theatrical elements. Unintended falls, poorly executed skating elements and obvious losses of control will reduce contestant s marks. Jump difficulty is not rewarded in showcase; therefore jumps, if choreographed, should be performed with style, flow and confidence. Theatrical elements evaluated will include energy, poise, acting, pantomime, eye contact, choreography, form/extension and the use of props and ice. * For specific guidelines regarding the conduct of Showcase or Artistic competitions, refer to the Nonqualifying Showcase Guidelines posted on www.usfigureskating.org. Showcase categories may include: Dramatic entertainment: Showcase program utilizing intense emotional skating quality to depict choreographic theme. Light entertainment: Showcase program emphasizing such choreographic expressive qualities such as comedy, love and mime while incorporating skating skills. Duets: Theatrical/artistic performances by any competitors. Mini production ensembles): Theatrical performances by three to seven competitors. Production ensembles: Theatrical performances by eight to 30 skaters. Theater On Ice teams are eligible as production ensembles. NOTE: Skaters may enter only one each duet, mini production or production event. LEVEL ELEMENTS QUALIFICATIONS Basic 1-8 Beginner/High Beginner No Test/ Pre-preliminary/ 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. 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 PROGRAM LENGTH Time 1:00 Max Time: 1:30 Max Time: 1:30 Max Preliminary 3 jump maximum. Axels are permitted, but no double jumps allowed. Must have passed no higher than U.S. Figure Skating Preliminary free skate. Time: 1:40 Max

TEAM SHOWCASE 1. A minimum of three skaters on a team, each skater will do one required element 2. Judging done with one mark for each element (skater) for total team points LEVEL ELEMENTS QUALIFICATIONS Basic 1-8 Beginner/High Beginner No Test/ Pre-preliminary/ Preliminary 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 Must have passed no higher than U.S. Figure Skating Preliminary free skate. PROGRAM LENGTH Time 1:00 Max Time: 1:30 Max Time: 1:30 Max Time: 1:40 Max INTERPRETIVE PROGRAM: Competition Format The Organizing Committee must 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. 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. Time: Music Duration: Basic 1-8: 1:15 Pre-preliminary- Preliminary: 1:30 Coaching: 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. PROGRAM LEVEL ELEMENTS QUALIFICATIONS LENGTH May not have passed any higher than Basic 1-8 Elements only from Basic 1-8 curriculum Time 1:00 Max Basic 8 level. No Test/ Pre-preliminary- Preliminary 3 jump maximum. No axels or double jumps permitted. Must have passed no higher than U.S. Figure Skating Pre-Preliminary Time: 1:30 Max

SPEED SKATING So you think you re fast? Challenge yourself to get out on the ice and go faster than your friends. People of all ages can participate. Any type of ice skates can be used: hockey, figure or speed. Four cones set up on each of the corner face-off circles will serve as the track. Designate a side and use the red line as the start/finish line. Skaters will zoom around the cones in a counterclockwise direction. Two attendees will serve as starter and referee. The starter will use a whistle to begin the race. The referee will skate on the inside of the track making sure there s no pushing and no short cuts being taken. The skaters will start 180 deg out of rotation on the red line and the first to complete 2 laps wins.

2014 SKATE INTO SPRING BASIC SKILLS COMPETITION ENTRY FORM Name Age Sex Address City State Zip Email Address Area Code/Phone # Birth date U.S. Figure Skating number Highest Level Passed Program/Club Affiliation Director s/instructor s Name Please check the event(s) you are entering: Basic Skills Events- $40 for 1st event and $20 for the additional event Basic Elements: Basic Free Skate Program: Snowplow Sam Snowplow Sam Basic 1 Basic 5 Basic 1 Basic 5 Basic 2 Basic 6 Basic 2 Basic 6 Basic 3 Basic 7 Basic 3 Basic 7 Basic 4 Basic 8 Basic 4 Basic 8 Beginner, Higher Beginner, Pre-Preliminary & Preliminary Events - $60 for 1st event and $20 for each additional event Compulsories: Test Track Free Skate Program: Beginner Higher Beginner No Test Pre-Preliminary Preliminary Beginner High Beginner Pre-Preliminary Preliminary Extra Events*All skaters are eligible! $20 per event(must have signed up for one of the earlier events) Well-Balanced Free Skate Program: Jump Events: Spin Events: No Test Beginner Basic Skills Pre-Preliminary Pre-Preliminary Beginner Preliminary Preliminary Pre-Preliminary Preliminary Speed Skating Showcase Basic 1-8 Beginner/High Beginner Pre- Preliminary Preliminary Page 1 of 2

2014 SKATE INTO SPRING BASIC SKILLS COMPETITION ENTRY FORM Team Showcase Basic 1-8 Beginner/High Beginner Pre-Preliminary Preliminary Team Name: *Make sure one of the participants submits a team roster Interpretive Basic 1-8 Pre-Preliminary/Preliminary First Event $ Additional Events $ Processing Fee $ 5.00 *If not a current U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills Member add $12 and check here Total: $ The completed entry form, with fees, must be postmarked no later than April 10, 2014. Make check or money order payable to BCFSC and mail to Skate Into Spring, 691 Independence Rd Aliquippa, PA 15001-5899. For additional information call: Robert Springer (412-925-8192)..ENTRY FEES ARE NOT REFUNDABLE AFTER THE ENTRY DEADLINE UNLESS AN EVENT IS CANCELED. Certification of Competitor: The Competitor is eligible to enter the events checked. It is agreed that the competitor and family holds the (NAME OF PROGRAM/ CLUB/ARENA) harmless from any and all liability either during practice or the competition, and from any and all liability for damages to or loss of property. Competitor Signature Instructor/Coach Signature Program Director/Club Officer Parent/Guardian Signature Date Date Date Date Page 2 of 2

2014 SKATE INTO SPRING BASIC SKILLS COMPETITION ENTRY FORM TEAM ROSTER (Please list skaters in alphabetical order. It is not necessary to indicate who is an alternate). Team Name: Skater s name Membership # Age Signature of skater / parent if under 18 Page 3 of 2