49
` 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 Vadnais Heights, MN SCHEDULED OFFICIALS Chief Referee Jennifer Gillespie Woodbury, Minnesota Chief Accountant Kathy Anderson Stillwater, Minnesota Music William “Chip” Rauth Bloomington, Minnesota Vadnais Sports Center 1490 County Road E East Vadnais Heights, Minnesota 55110 651/481-1000 Rink 1: 85’ x 200’ and Rink 2: 85’ x 200’ Sanctioned by: Hosted by: The Maplewood Figure Skating Club Free SkatingSpinsCompulsory/Short ProgramLight/Dramatic entertainment SkatingInterpretiveJumpsExcel Free SkateDance Moves in the fieldFree Dance

2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

  • Upload
    others

  • View
    0

  • Download
    0

Embed Size (px)

Citation preview

Page 1: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

`

2018 Maplewood Fall Classic

September 14th – 16th, 2018 Vadnais Heights, MN

SCHEDULED OFFICIALS

Chief Referee Jennifer Gillespie Woodbury, Minnesota Chief Accountant Kathy Anderson Stillwater, Minnesota

Music William “Chip” Rauth Bloomington, Minnesota

Vadnais Sports Center 1490 County Road E East

Vadnais Heights, Minnesota 55110 651/481-1000

Rink 1: 85’ x 200’ and Rink 2: 85’ x 200’

Sanctioned by:

Hosted by:

The Maplewood Figure Skating Club

Free SkatingSpinsCompulsory/Short ProgramLight/Dramatic entertainment SkatingInterpretiveJumpsExcel Free SkateDance

Moves in the fieldFree Dance

Page 2: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

RULES: The 39th Annual Maplewood Fall Classic will be conducted in accordance with the rules and

regulations of U.S. Figure Skating, as set forth in the current rulebook, as well as any pertinent

updates which have been posted on the U.S. Figure Skating website.

This competition is open to all eligible, restricted, reinstated or readmitted persons as defined by

the Eligibility Rules, and is a currently registered member of a U.S. Figure Skating member club, a

collegiate club or an individual member in accordance with the current rulebook. Please refer

to the current rulebook for non-U.S. Citizens

ELIGIBILITY: The competition is open to ALL qualified amateur skaters who are current eligible 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 and be a member in good standing of U.S. Figure Skating. Skaters may compete

in as many events as qualified by their test level as of August 12th, 2018, or at one level higher. If

there is more than one group at the level of Pre-Juvenile or above, the groups will be formed by

random grouping, and all lower levels will be grouped according to age.

ENTRIES: First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event.

For Championship or IJS events (Intermediate through Senior & Adult), Long and Short programs

will be skated as a combined event for a fee of $160.

Solo short or solo long program will be at a fee of $130.00 for 1 event any additional events will

be $30.00 per event.

The fee for Juvenile and Open Juvenile Well Balanced Free Skate will be $120, and any

additional events (including Short Program) will incur a fee of $30 per event.

Entry fee for Compete USA Basic skills events will be $75.00 for the first event and $30.00 for each additional

event. Compete USA events can be entered using entryeeze or using the paper entry.

If using the paper entry Make checks payable to the Maplewood Figure Skating Club

ONLINE ONLY registration for all events other than Compete USA- Paper entries for compete Compete USA events are available on the last page of the

announcement Deadline for online is August 14th,2018. Paper entries must be postmarked by

August 12th, 2018

Secure Online Registration and credit card payment will be available at: www.mfscskate.org.

Please indicate on the on line registration if skater is the only skater in event if they still would

want to skate or be issued a refund. Late entries will only be accepted at the discretion of the Maplewood Figure Skating Club and the Chief Referee and an additional fee of $25.00 will be assessed for late entries. Skater and Coaches schedules will be posted: www.mfscskate.org via Entryeeze Skaters will be able to choose their own practice ice sessions online after the schedule is posted.

Joyce Schwartz 2800 Hilltop Court

North St. Paul , MN 55109 612 325 4665

e-mail: [email protected] (preferred method of communication) Please check our web site, www.mfscskate.org for any possible changes or corrections to this application.

Page 3: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

Please note that your coach is required to approve your application either on line or on the

application form (for compete USA). Her/His approval verifies your level of competition and the

events you are competing in. Home Club officer signature is required (on paper entries) to

validate that you are in good club standing and to certify the information included on your form.

For those registering online, your coach and designated home club officer will receive an email

asking for approval.

Note: In the Event that a skater has signed up for an incorrect level or event, the chief referee must approve all changes. A charge will be made for correcting mistakes made after an application has been submitted and a $25 change/add fee.

Refunds: According to Rule 3047, entry fees are refundable only if the competition is not held or if withdrawal of an entry is made before the closing date. If you registered online, the processing fee is not refundable for any reason. There will be no refunds under any circumstances (including medical) after closing date.

Late entries will be accepted by the discretion of the referee and must be accompanied with an additional late fee of $25.00

REGISTRATION: The registration desk at the Vadnais Sports Center will be open during all practice and

competition sessions. Competitors should arrive at the arena 45 minutes before the scheduled

time of their event.

PRACTICE ICE: There will be no official practice ice included in your registration fee. Practice ice will begin on

Friday, September 14th, 2018 (we may have practice ice available Thursday evening,

September 13th – see the practice ice schedule that will be posted after the schedule is

completed) Practice ice sign up will be online only, although there may be Practice available

for purchase at the facility on each day of the competition.

CANCELLATIONS: Any scheduled event may be canceled or combined if there are fewer than three entrants or if

the Chief Referee determines that insufficient ice time is available to complete all events in an

orderly manner.

SPECIAL NOTE:

The Competition Committee and the Chief Referee reserve the right to separate combined

Light/dramatic and Interpretive Free Skating groups in order to keep fair group sizes. Skaters may

be required to skate more than one event on one day.

ADMISSION: There will be no admission fee to the Maplewood Fall Classic.

MUSIC: Only CD’s (standard compact disc format only) will be accepted. They should be clearly

marked with the skater’s name and event. CD’s must contain only one track and be recorded

on CD-R media (no CD-RW’s due to compatibility problems). It is suggested that you have a

duplicate CD available with you. You must turn your music in at the registration desk when you

register, NO EXCEPTIONS. All care will be taken, but the Maplewood Figure Skating Club can

assume no responsibility for the CDs. CDs will be returned to the registration desk after each

event. CDs not collected prior to the end of the competition will only be returned at the

participant's request and expense.

Page 4: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

AWARDS: There may be final rounds for non-IJS Well Balanced Free Skating events if warranted by the

number of skaters. Participation in a final round will not incur any additional cost, and eligibility

will be based upon the number of skaters competing (i.e. either the top three or top four in each

qualifying round).

Medals will be awarded -the top three skaters will receive the Gold/Silver and Bronze in each

group for Well Balanced and Excel Free skate and will all others will receive participation

medals- as well as to the top three skaters in each group for Compulsory, Short Program, Artistic,

Interpretive, Spins and Jumps. The top three skaters in the Beginner and Pre Preliminary

Compulsory and Free Skating events will be given awards as above, and participation medals

will be given to all other participants in the group. The participation medals may be picked up at

the awards desk. Trophies and medals will be presented off-ice after results for each event are

posted. The awards desk is located near the photographer.

VIDEO (DVD) AND PICTURES: At this year’s competition there will be video of the events available for purchase. Please ask the

videographer for more information.

An official photographer will be present to take event and individual awards pictures.

TEST SESSION:

Singles and Dance testing will be available on Thursday, September 13th, 2018 at the Vadnais

Sports Center. This test session will be conducted by the Maplewood Figure Skating Club. If you

would like to test on September 13th, please complete the test session application and postmark

it by September 4th, 2018.

LOST AND FOUND:

Lost and Found items may be claimed at the registration desk

Liability ~ U.S. Figure Skating, the Maplewood Figure Skating Club and the Vadnais sports Arena

accept no responsibility for injury or damage sustained by any participant in this competition.

This is in accordance with Rule 1600 of the official U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook.

ACCOMMODATIONS:

See our web site, www.mfscskate.org for a list of recommended hotels nearby.

IJS EVENTS:

We will be using IJS for all Championship events and Well Balanced Free Skate Long and Short

Program events Juvenile through Senior. Adult will be 6.0 with the exception of the adult Silver

thru masters will be judged using the IJS system. We will also be using the IJS “Mini” System for

these events.

All other events will use the 6.0 system.

All IJS competing in Well Balanced Free skating events must submit their planned program

content through Entryeeze.

Judges will provide critiques for all skaters competing in IJS events at no charge upon request if

possible due to time restraints. Please let the registration desk know when you check in if you

would like a critique of your Well Balanced Free Skate and/or Short Program. Critiques will

generally be provided immediately after the event, or as soon as possible thereafter.

Page 5: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

INFORMATION REGARDING COACHES:

U.S. Figure Skating Rule MR 5.11 Coach Compliance

In order to be granted access to work within U.S. Figure Skating sanctioned activities, each

coach must complete the following requirements on an annual basis by July 1:

A. Must be a current full member of U.S. Figure Skating - either through a member club or as an

individual member;

B. Must complete the coach registration process through the U.S. Figure Skating Members Only

site, submit proper payment for the annual registration fee of $30 and, if 18 years of age or older,

successfully pass the background screen.

C. Must complete the appropriate CER courses (A,B, C or D) depending on the highest level of

students being coached as of July 1. See rule MR 5.12.

D. Must submit proof of current general liability insurance with limits of $1 million per

occurrence/$5 million aggregate.

For Basic Skills ONLY coaches - Any person, 18 and older, instructing in a U.S. Figure Skating Basic

Skills Program must have successfully passed the annual background screen and be registered

as a Basic Skills instructor member.

The local organizing committee/club will have a list of compliant coaches who are cleared for a

credential at the competition. Coaches will need to check in at the event registration desk and

show a government issued photo I.D. to receive a credential.

If a coach cannot provide a photo I.D. and is not on the list or cannot produce the necessary

documents, he or she will not be allowed a credential – no exceptions. We strongly urge all

coaches to have their cards with them. Non-credentialed coaches will not be permitted in the

designated coaching area at rink side during events including practice sessions. Coaching at

U.S. Figure Skating events without compliance is an ethics violation which is reported to U.S.

Figure Skating and PSA.

For more information regarding Coach Compliance, please refer to:

http://www.usfigureskating.org/Content/Coaching%20Compliance%20Toolkit.pdf

Page 6: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS
Page 7: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

SNOWPLOW SAM – BASIC 6 ELEMENTS Two format options for the Elements Event:

1. Each skater will perform each element when directed by a judge/referee OR 2. Skater will perform one element at a time in the order listed below (no excessive connecting steps or

choreography) Judge/referee directed example: 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 (determined by the LOC)

No music

Divide Snowplow Sam skaters by level (1-4), if registrations warrant

All elements must be skated in the order listed.

Level Time Skating rules/standards Snowplow Sam

1:00 max.

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

Basic 1

1:00 max.

Forward two-foot glide and dip Forward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row

Beginning snowplow stop on two-feet or one-foot

Backward wiggles, 6-8 in a row

Basic 2

1:00 max.

Forward one-foot glide (no variations), either foot Scooter pushes, right and left foot, 2-3 each foot

Moving snowplow stop

Two-foot turn in place, forward to backward

Backward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row

Basic 3

1:00 max.

Beginning forward stroking showing correct use of blade Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counterclockwise, 4-6

consecutive

Forward slalom

Moving forward to backward two-foot turn on a circle

Beginning backward one-foot glide, either foot Basic 4

1:00 max.

Forward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise

Forward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, clockwise and counterclockwise

Backward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counterclockwise, 4-6 consecutive

Backward one-foot glides (no variations), right and left

Beginning two-foot spin, maximum 4 revolutions

Basic 5

1:00 max.

Backward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise

Backward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, clockwise and counterclockwise

Forward outside three-turn, right and left Advanced two-foot spin, minimum 4 revolutions

Hockey stop

Basic 6

1:00 max.

Forward inside three-turn, right and left

Bunny Hop

Basic forward spiral on a straight line (no variations), right or left Beginning one-foot spin, maximum 3 revolutions, optional free leg held position and

entry

T-stop, right or left

Page 8: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

SNOWPLOW SAM – BASIC 6 PROGRAM WITH MUSIC Format: The skating order of the required elements is optional. The elements are not restricted as to the number of times the element is executed or length of glides, number of revolutions, etc., unless otherwise specified.

To be skated on full ice with music.

The skater may use elements from a previous level.

A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level. Bonus skills from the same level or below are allowed but will not be judged elements.

Divide Snowplow Sam skaters by level (1-4), if registrations warrant

Level Time Skating rules/standards Snowplow Sam

1:10 max.

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

Basic 1

1:10 max.

Forward two-foot glide and dip Forward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row

Beginning snowplow stop on two-feet or one-foot

Backward wiggles, 6-8 in a row

Basic 2

1:10 max.

Forward one-foot glide (no variations), either foot Scooter pushes, right and left foot, 2-3 each foot

Moving snowplow stop

Two-foot turn in place, forward to backward

Backward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row

Basic 3

1:10 max.

Beginning forward stroking showing correct use of blade Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counterclockwise, 4-6

consecutive

Forward slalom

Moving forward to backward two-foot turn on a circle

Beginning backward one-foot glide, either foot Basic 4

1:10 max.

Forward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise

Forward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, clockwise and counterclockwise

Backward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counterclockwise, 4-6 consecutive

Backward one-foot glides (no variations), right and left

Beginning two-foot spin, maximum 4 revolutions

Basic 5

1:10 max.

Backward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise

Backward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, clockwise and counterclockwise

Forward outside three-turn, right and left Advanced two-foot spin, minimum 4 revolutions

Hockey stop

Basic 6

1:10 max.

Forward inside three-turn, right and left

Bunny Hop

Basic forward spiral on a straight line (no variations), right or left Beginning one-foot spin, maximum 3 revolutions, optional entry and free leg position

T-stop, right or left

Page 9: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

PRE-FREE SKATE – FREE SKATE 1-6 COMPULSORY

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

The skater must demonstrate the required elements listed

Bonus skills from the same level or below are allowed but will not be judged elements.

A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level.

Time: 1:15 maximum Level Time Skating rules/standards

Pre-Free Skate

1:15 max.

Forward inside open Mohawk from a standstill position (R to L and L to R)

Two forward crossovers into a forward inside Mohawk, step down and cross behind, step into one backward crossover and step to a forward inside edge, clockwise and counterclockwise

Basic one-foot upright spin, optional entry and free-foot position - minimum 3 revolutions

Mazurka

Waltz jump Free Skate 1

1:15 max.

Forward stroking, 4-6 consecutive powerful strokes

Backward outside three-turns, right and left

One-foot upright spin, entry from backward crossovers, with free foot in crossed leg position (scratch spin) - minimum 4 revolutions

Toe loop

Half flip jump

Free Skate 2

1:15 max.

Alternating forward outside spiral (right and left) and forward inside spiral (right and left) on a continuous axis

Backward inside three-turns, right and left

Beginning back spin- maximum 2 revolutions

Half Lutz

Salchow jump Free Skate 3

1:15 max.

Alternating Mohawk/crossover sequence, right to left and left to right

Waltz three-turns, 2 sets clockwise and 2 sets counterclockwise

Advanced back spin with free foot in crossed leg position- minimum 3 revolutions

Loop jump

Waltz jump/toe loop or Salchow/toe loop jump combination Free Skate 4

1:15 max.

Forward power 3's, 2-3 consecutive sets, right or left

Sit spin - minimum 3 revolutions

Half loop jump

Flip jump

Free Skate 5

1:15 max.

Backward outside three-turn, Mohawk (backward power three-turn), both directions

Camel spin - minimum 3 revolutions

Waltz jump-loop jump combination

Lutz jump Free Skate 6

1:15 max.

Forward power pulls, minimum 3 on each foot

Camel, sit spin combination - minimum of 4 revolutions total

Waltz jump, ½ loop, Salchow jump sequence

Beginning Axel jump

Page 10: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

PRE-FREE SKATE – FREE SKATE 1-6 PROGRAM WITH MUSIC

Format: The skating order of the required elements is optional. The elements are not restricted as to the number of times an element is executed, length of glides, number of revolutions, etc., unless otherwise stated. Connecting steps and transitions should be demonstrated throughout the program.

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.

Bonus skills from the same level or below are allowed but will not be judged elements.

A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level.

Time 1:40 max.

Level Time Skating rules/standards Pre-Free Skate

1:40 max.

Two forward crossovers into a forward inside Mohawk, step down and cross behind, step into one backward crossover and step to a forward inside edge, clockwise and counterclockwise

Basic one-foot upright spin, optional entry and free-foot position- minimum 3 revolutions

Mazurka

Waltz jump NOT ALLOWED -Waltz jump, side toe hop, waltz jump

Free Skate 1

1:40 max.

Forward stroking, 4-6 consecutive powerful strokes

One-foot upright spin, entry from backward crossovers, with free foot in crossed leg position (scratch spin) - minimum 4 revolutions

Toe loop jump Half flip jump

NOT ALLOWED – Waltz jump/toe loop combination Free Skate 2

1:40 max.

Alternating forward outside spiral (right and left) and forward inside spiral (right and left) on a continuous axis

Beginning back spin- maximum 2 revolutions Half Lutz

Salchow jump NOT ALLOWED – Salchow/toe loop combination

Free Skate 3

1:40 max.

Alternating Mohawk/crossover sequence, right to left and left to right Advanced back spin with free foot in crossed leg position, minimum 3

revolutions Loop jump Waltz jump/toe loop or Salchow/toe loop jump combination

NOT ALLOWED – Waltz/loop combination Free Skate 4

1:40 max.

Forward power 3's, 2-3 consecutive sets, right or left

Sit spin – minimum 3 revolutions Half Loop jump

Flip jump NOT ALLOWED – Waltz/half-loop/Salchow sequence

Free Skate 5

1:40 max.

Backward outside three-turn, Mohawk (backward power three-turn), both directions

Camel spin – minimum 3 revolutions

Waltz-loop jump combination

Lutz jump

Free Skate 6

1:40 max.

Creative step sequence using a variety of three turns, Mohawks and toe steps Camel, sit spin combination - minimum of 4 revolutions total

Waltz jump/ half-loop/Salchow jump sequence Beginning Axel jump

Page 11: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

EXCEL COMPULSORY

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

The skater must demonstrate the required elements listed

A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level.

Time: 1:15 maximum

Skaters may have the option to skate one level higher in compulsories than free skate program.

Level Time Skating rules/standards

Excel Beginner

1:15 max.

Toe loop jump

Salchow jump One-foot upright spin - minimum 3 revolutions

Choreographic step sequence

Excel High Beginner

1:15 max.

Loop jump

Salchow/toe loop combination Sit spin - minimum 3 revolutions

Choreographic step sequence

Excel Pre-Preliminary

1:15 max.

Flip jump

Loop/loop jump combination

Upright spin with change of foot – minimum 3 revolutions on each foot Choreographic step sequence

Excel Preliminary

1:15 max.

Lutz jump

Flip/loop jump combination

Camel, sit combination spin – minimum 6 revolutions total

Choreographic step sequence

Page 12: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

WELL BALANCED LEVELS COMPULSORY

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

The skater must demonstrate the required elements listed

A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level. Time: 1:15 maximum

Skaters may have the option to skate one level higher in compulsories than free skate program.

Level Time Skating rules/standards

No-Test

1:15 max.

Loop jump Jump combination to include a toe loop (may not use a loop or Axel)

Upright spin with change of foot – minimum 3 revolutions on each foot

Choreographic step sequence

Pre-Preliminary

1:15 max.

Lutz jump

Jump combination: single/single (no Axel) Spin with one change of position and no change of foot – minimum 6

revolutions total

Choreographic step sequence

Preliminary

1:15 max.

Axel jump

Jump combination: single/single (may include Axel) Spin with one change of foot and one change of position – minimum 3

revolutions on each foot

Choreographic step sequence

Page 13: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

EVENT: COMPULSORY MOVES

General event parameters:

1. No Test – Juvenile: Elements skated on ½ ice

2. Intermediate – Senior: Elements skated on full-ice

3. The skater must demonstrate the required elements (performed once only) and may use any

additional elements from previous levels. 4. A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level.

5. Music is not allowed. 6. Skaters may compete at their test level or one level higher.

Level Time Skating rules/standards

.

1.

1.

1.

Pre –

Juvenile

1:15 max.

1. Single jump (may include Axel)

2. Jump combination: single/single (may include Axel)

3. Layback spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions

4. Step sequence - circular

Juvenile &

Open Juv.

1:15 max.

1. Single Axel

2. Jump combination: single/single or double/single

3. Layback spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions

4. Step sequence – circular

Intermediate

1:30 max.

1. Double Salchow or double toe loop

2. Jump combination: single/single or double/single

3. Flying spin, minimum five revolutions

4. Step sequence – straight line

Novice

1:30 max.

1. Double loop

2. Jump combination: double/single or double/double

3. Flying spin - minimum five revolutions

4. Step sequence – straight line

Junior

1:30 max.

1. Double flip

2. Jump combination: double/double or triple/double

3. Combination spin - minimum 10 revolutions

4. Step sequence – straight line

Senior

1:30 max.

1. Double Lutz

2. Jump combination: double/double or triple/double

3. Combination spin - minimum 10 revolutions

4. Step sequence – straight line

U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

Page 14: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

EXCEL FREE SKATE General event parameters:

Skaters may not enter both a Well-Balanced Free Skate event and an Excel Free Skate event at the same competition.

Skaters will skate to the music of their choice.

Level will be determined by the highest Free Skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the

highest level they have passed, or skate up one level higher.

Excel Beginner Free Skate

1:40 Max. Must not have passed higher than Learn to Skate USA Free Skate 2

Maximum 4 jump elements:

Jumps with no more than one-half rotation (front to back or back to front)

Single rotation jumps: Salchow, toe loop only

Half Loops are not allowed.

Maximum 2 jump combinations or sequences

Maximum 2 of any same jump

Maximum 2 spins:

Two upright spins

No change of foot

No flying entry

Minimum 3 revolutions

Maximum 1 Sequence: Choreographic Step Sequence* (ChSt)

Must use one-half of the ice surface

Moves in the field and spiral sequences are allowed but will not be counted as elements

Jumps may be included in the step sequence

Excel High Beginner Free Skate

1:40 Max. Must not have passed higher than Learn to Skate USA Free Skate 4

Maximum 5 jump elements:

Jumps with no more than one-half rotation (front to back or back to front)

Single rotation jumps: toe loop, Salchow, half-loop, loop

Flip, Lutz, & Axel NOT permitted

Maximum 2 jump combinations or sequences

Maximum 2 of any same jump

Maximum 2 spins:

Both spins must be in a single position

No flying entry

Permitted forward spins: upright, sit, camel

Permitted back spins: upright

Minimum 3 revolutions

Spins must be of a different character

Maximum 1 Sequence: Choreographic Step Sequence* (ChSt)

Must use one-half of the ice surface

Moves in the field and spiral sequences are allowed but will not be counted as elements

Jumps may be included in the step sequence

Excel Pre-Preliminary 1:40 Max.

Must not have passed higher than U.S. Figure Skating Pre- preliminary free skate test *means required element Full U.S. Figure Skating membership required

Maximum 5 jump elements:

All single jumps allowed, except for the Axel

No single Axels, double, or higher jumps allowed

Number of single jumps (except single Axel) is not limited provided the maximum number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded

Maximum 2 jump combinations or jump sequences

Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One 3-jump combination is allowed

Jump sequences are limited to a maximum of 3 single jumps

Maximum 2 spins:

One spin must be in a single position*

One spin may change feet and/or position

No flying entry

Minimum 3 revolutions

Spins must be of a different character

Maximum 1 Sequence: Choreographic Step Sequence* (ChSt)

Must use one-half of the ice surface

Moves in the field and spiral sequences are allowed but will not be counted as elements

Jumps may be included in the step sequence

Page 15: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

Excel Preliminary Plus 1:30 +/- 10 sec.

Must not have passed higher

than U.S. Figure Skating preliminary free skate test

*means required element

Full U.S. Figure Skating membership required

Maximum 5 jump elements:

All single jumps allowed, including single Axel

No double, or higher jumps allowed

Single Axel may be repeated once (but not more) as a solo jump or part of a jump sequence or jump combination (maximum 2 single Axels)

Number of remaining single jumps is not limited provided the maximum number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded

Maximum 2 jump combinations or jump sequences

All single jumps, including the single Axel are allowed as part of a jump combination or sequence (no double jumps)

Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One 3-jump combination is allowed

Jump sequences limited to a maximum of 3 single jumps

Maximum 2 spins:

One spin must be in a single position*

One spin may change feet and/or position

No flying entry

Minimum 3 revolutions

Spins must be of a different character

Maximum 1 Sequence: Choreographic Step Sequence* (ChSt)

Must use one-half of the ice surface

Moves in the field and spiral sequences are allowed but will not be counted as elements

Jumps may be included in the step sequence

Page 16: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

Excel Preliminary 1:30 +/- 10 sec.

Must not have passed higher than U.S. Figure Skating Preliminary free skate test

*means required element Full U.S. Figure Skating membership required

Maximum 5 jump elements:

All single jumps allowed, except for the Axel

No single Axels, double, or higher jumps allowed

Number of single jumps (except single Axel) is not limited provided the maximum number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded

Maximum 2 jump combinations or jump sequences

Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One 3-jump combination is allowed

Jump sequences are limited to a maximum of 3 single jumps

Maximum 2 spins:

One spin must be in a single position*

One spin may change feet and/or position

No flying entry

Minimum 3 revolutions

Spins must be of a different character

Maximum 1 Sequence: Choreographic Step Sequence* (ChSt)

Must use one-half of the ice surface

Moves in the field and spiral sequences are allowed but will not be counted as elements

Jumps may be included in the step sequence

Page 17: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

Excel Pre-Juvenile 2:00 +/- 10 seconds

Must not have passed higher than U.S. Figure Skating pre-juvenile free skate test

*means required element

Full U.S. Figure Skating

membership required

Maximum 5 jump elements:

All single jumps allowed, except for the Axel No single Axels, double, or higher jumps

allowed Number of single jumps (except single Axel)

is not limited provided the maximum number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded

Maximum 2 jump combinations or jump sequences

o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One 3-jump combination is allowed

o Jump sequences limited to a maximum of 3 single jumps

Maximum 2 spins:

1 spin combination, with or without change of foot* o Minimum 6

revolutions o No flying entry

1 spin with only 1 position* o No change of

foot o No flying entry o Minimum 4

revolutions Spins must be of a

different character

Maximum 1 Sequence:

Choreographic Step Sequence* (ChSt)

o Must fully utilize the ice surface

o Moves in the field and spiral sequences are allowed but will not be counted as elements

o Jumps may be included in the choreographic step sequence

Page 18: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS
Page 19: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

Excel Intermediate** 2:40 +/- 10 seconds

Excel Intermediate**

2:40 +/- 10 seconds

Must not have passed higher than U.S. Figure Skating intermediate free skate test

*means required element

Full U.S. Figure Skating membership required

Maximum 6 jump elements:

1 must be an Axel-type jump*

Maximum 6 jump elements:

1 must be an Axel-type jump* All single jumps, including the single

Axel, allowed. Double Salchow, double toe loop, double loop allowed

Double flip, double Lutz, double Axel and higher jumps not allowed

No more than 1 Axel plus and 2 different double jumps may be repeated once (but not more) as solo jumps or part of a jump sequence or jump combination

Number of single jumps is not limited provided the maximum number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded

Maximum 3 jump combinations or sequences

Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One 3 jump combination is permitted.

Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited

Maximum 2 spins:

1 spin combination,

Maximum 2 spins:

1 spin combination, with or without change of foot*

o Minimum 6 revolutions

o Minimum 2 revolutions in each position

1 spin with only 1 position*

o No change of foot

o Minimum 5

revolutions

Both Spins may start with a flying entry

Spins must be of a different character

Maximum 1 Sequence:

Ch

Maximum 1 Sequence:

Choreographic Step Sequence* (ChSt)

o Must fully utilize the ice surface

Excel Novice**

Ladies: 3:00 +/- 10

seconds

Men: 3:30 +/- 10

seconds Must not have passed higher than U.S.

Figure Skating novice free skate test

*means required element

Full U.S. Figure Skating membership

required

Maximum 6 jump elements for ladies, 7 for men:

1 must be an Axel-type jump* All single jumps, including the single Axel,

allowed. Double Salchow, double toe loop, double loop, double flip allowed

o Double Lutz, double Axel and higher jumps not allowed

o No more than 1 Axel and 3 different double jumps may be repeated, and if repeated, at least 1 attempt must be as part of a jump combination or sequence

o There is no limit to the number of single jumps that can be repeated, but no allowable double jump can be included more than twice

Maximum 3 jump combinations or sequences o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps.

One 3 jump combination with a maximum of 3 jumps is allowed

o Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited

Maximum 3 spins:

1 spin combination, with or without change of foot* o Minimum 8

revolutions o Minimum 2

revolutions in each position

1 flying spin with no change of foot or position* o Minimum 6

revolutions 3rd spin is option of

skater All spins may start with a

flying entry.

Spins must be of a

different character

Maximum 1 Sequence:

Choreographic Step Sequence* (ChSt)

o Must fully utilize the ice surface

Page 20: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

Excel Junior

3:30 +/- 10 seconds Must not have passed higher than U.S. Figure Skating junior free skate test *means required element Full U.S. Figure Skating

membership required

Maximum 7 jump elements

1 must be an Axel-type jump* o All single and double jumps allowed,

except the double Axel. o Double Axel and higher jumps not

allowed o No double jump can be included more

than twice, and if repeated, at least 1 attempt must be as part of a jump combination or sequence

o Maximum 3 jump combinations or sequences. Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One 3-jump combination is allowed

o Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited

Maximum 3 spins:

1 spin combination, with or without change of foot* o Minimum 10

revolutions o All 3 basic

positions with minimum 2 revolutions in each position for highest base value

1 spin with a flying entry* o Minimum 6

revolutions 1 spin with only one

position* o Minimum 6

revolutions All spins may start with a

flying entry.

Spins must be of a

different character

Maximum 1 Sequence:

Choreographic Step Sequence* (ChSt)

o Must fully utilize the ice surface

Excel Senior

4:00 +/-10 seconds

Must not have passed higher than U.S. Figure Skating senior free skate test

*means required element

Full U.S. Figure Skating

membership required

Maximum 7 jump elements

1 must be an Axel-type jump* o All single and double jumps allowed,

including the double Axel. o Triple and higher jumps not allowed o No double jump can be included more

than twice, and if repeated, at least 1 attempt must be as part of a jump combination or sequence

o Maximum 3 jump combinations or sequences

o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One 3-jump combination is allowed

o Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited

Maximum 3 spins:

1 spin combination, with or without change of foot* o Minimum 10

revolutions o All 3 basic

positions with minimum 2 revs in each position for highest base value

1 spin with a flying entry* o Minimum 6

revolutions 1 spin with only one

position* o Minimum 6

revolutions All spins may start with a

flying entry.

Spins must be of a

Maximum 2

Sequences:

Choreographic Step Sequence* (ChSt)

o Must fully utilize the ice surface

One Choreographic Sequence* (ChSq)

o Must be clearly visible

Page 21: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS
Page 22: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS
Page 23: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS
Page 24: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS
Page 25: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS
Page 26: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

ADULT 1-6, BEGINNER, HIGH BEGINNER COMPULSORY

The skating order of the elements is optional. Element may only be attempted once.

To be skated in simple program format with limited connecting steps, ½ ice.

A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element MISSING, REPEATED or from a higher level Level Time Elements

Adult 1

1:30 Max.

Forward Marching

Forward two-foot glide

Forward swizzle (4-6 in a row)

Forward snowplow stop – two feet or one foot

Adult 2

1:30 Max.

Forward skating across the width of the ice

Forward one-foot glides

Forward slalom

Backward skating

Backward swizzles, 4-6 in a row

Adult 3

1:30

Max.

Forward stroking using the blade properly

Forward half-swizzle pumps on the circle, 6 to 8 in a row, clockwise and counterclockwise

Forward chasses on a circle, clockwise and counterclockwise

Backward skating to a long two-foot glide

Backward snowplow stop, Right and Left

Adult 4

1:30 Max.

Forward outside edge on a circle, right and left

Forward inside edge on a circle, right and left

Forward crossovers, clockwise and counterclockwise

Hockey stop, both directions

Backward one-foot glides, right and left

Adult 5

1:30 Max.

Backward outside edge and backward inside edge on a circle, right and left

Backward crossovers, clockwise and counterclockwise

Forward outside three-turn, right and left

Beginning two-foot spin (min 2 revs)

Adult 6

1:30 Max.

Forward stroking with crossover end patterns

Backward stroking with crossover end patterns

Forward inside three-turn, right and left

T-stop

Lunge

Two-foot spin into one-foot spin (min 2 revs on 1 foot)

Adult Beginner

1:30 Max.

Bunny hop

Mazurka

Forward beginning one-foot spin from backward crossovers (min 2 revs)

Forward moving inside open Mohawk (right and left) – heel to instep

Alternating right and left forward outside and inside edges across the width of the ice (one outside edge, right and left, one inside edge, right and left)

Adult High Beginner

1:30 Max.

Waltz Jump

½ Flip

Forward upright spin – minimum 3 revolutions

Backward outside three- turn, right and left

Alternating right and left backward outside and inside edges across the width of the ice (one outside edge, right and left, one inside edge, right and left)

Page 27: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

ADULT 1-6 FREE SKATE WITH MUSIC General event parameters:

The skating order of the required elements is optional.

The elements are not restricted 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.

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 (lower) levels.

A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each required element MISSING and for those elements performed from a higher level.

Level Time Elements

Adult 1

1:40 Max

Forward Marching

Forward two-foot glide

Forward swizzle (4-6 in a row)

Forward snowplow stop – two feet or one foot Adult 2

1:40 Max

Forward skating across the width of the ice

Forward one-foot glides

Forward slalom

Backward skating

Backward swizzles, 4-6 in a row

Adult 3

1:40 Max

Forward stroking using the blade properly

Forward half-swizzle pumps on the circle, 6 to 8 in a row, clockwise and counterclockwise

Backward skating to a long two-foot glide

Forward chasses on a circle, clockwise and counterclockwise

Backward snowplow stop, Right and Left Adult 4

1:40 Max

Forward outside edge on a circle, right and left

Forward inside edge on a circle, right and left

Forward crossovers, clockwise and counterclockwise

Backward one-foot glides, right and left

Hockey stop, both directions Adult 5

1:40 Max

Backward outside edge on a circle, right and left

Backward inside edge on a circle, right and left

Backward crossovers, clockwise and counterclockwise

Forward outside three-turn, right and left

Beginning two-foot spin Adult 6

1:40 Max

Forward stroking with crossover end patterns

Backward stroking with crossover end patterns

Forward inside three-turn, right and left

T-stop

Lunge

Two-foot spin into one-foot spin (min 2 revs on 1 foot)

Page 28: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

ADULT BEGINNER – BRONZE FREE SKATE PROGRAM WITH MUSIC General event parameters:

Skaters will skate to the music of their choice and vocal music is allowed

To be skated on full ice

The minimum number of required spin revolutions is indicated in parentheses following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position.

Level Jumps Spins Step Sequences Qualifications

Adult Beginner 1:40 Maximum

Max. 4 jump elements

Jumps limited to bunny hop, mazurka, ballet and Waltz jump

Max 1 combination or sequence consisting of only the allowed listed jumps

Max. 2 of any same jump

Max. 2 spins

Two forward 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 Learn to Skate USA Free Skate 1

Adult High Beginner 1:40 Maximum

Max 4 jump elements: Jumps limited to bunny hop,

mazurka, ballet, stag, split, waltz, ½ flip, ½ Lutz

Max 1 combination or sequence consisting of only the allowed listed jumps

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 any U.S. Figure Skating Free Skate tests

Adult Pre-Bronze 1:40 Maximum

Max 4 Jump Elements:

Jump combinations and sequences are optional, but no more than 2 combinations or sequences may be included

1 jump combination/sequence may consist of three jumps, and the other may have only two jumps.

Each jump may be repeated only once and only as part of a combination or sequence (maximum of 2 of any jump)

Only single and half-revolution jumps are allowed

No single Lutz, single Axel or double jumps are allowed

Max 2 Spins:

Max Level 1 Spins must be

of different character (for definition, see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103 E)

Connecting steps throughout the program are required

Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating Adult Pre-Bronze or Pre-Preliminary Free Skate

Adult Bronze 1:50 maximum

Max 4 Jump Elements:

Max 2 combinations or sequences;

1 combination/sequence may consist of three jumps, and the other may have only two jumps

Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as part of a combination or sequence (maximum of 2 of any jump)

All single jumps are permitted (except single Axel)

No single Axel, double or triple jumps are permitted

Max 2 Spins: • Max Level 1 • Spins must be of

different character (for definition, see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103 (E))

• Min 3 revs total if no change of foot

• Min 3 revs each foot if change of foot

• Min 2 revs in each position

• No flying spins are permitted

Max 1 Sequence:

Choreographic Step Sequence

Must use at least ½ ice surface May include Moves in the Field and spirals

Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating Adult Bronze or Preliminary Free Skate

Page 29: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

EVENT: Adult Compulsory Moves

General event parameters:

1. Pre-Bronze to Silver: Elements skated on ½ ice

2. Gold/Masters: Elements skated on full-ice

3. Elements may be performed only once

4. Music is not allowed

5. Minimum number of revolutions is noted in parentheses

Level Time Elements

Adult Pre-Bronze

1:30

MAX

Two forward crossovers into a forward inside Mohawk, step down

and cross behind, step into one backward crossover and step to a

forward inside edge, clockwise and counterclockwise

Jump combination or sequence consisting of only ½ revolution

jumps (half loop is considered a full revolution jump) – maximum of

2 jumps in a combination and 3 jumps in a sequence

Forward upright spin (Min. 3 revolutions)

Forward spiral (any edge)

Adult Bronze

1:30

MAX

Single Salchow

Waltz jump – toe loop combination jump

Backward Upright Spin – entry optional (Min. 3 revolutions)

Spiral sequence (Min. 2 spirals)

Adult Silver

1:30

MAX

Single loop

Single/single jump combination

Sit spin (Min. 3 revolutions)

Straight line step sequence

Adult Gold

1:30

MAX

Single Lutz or Axel

Single/single or single/double jump combination

Camel spin (Min. 4 revolutions)

Straight line step sequence

Masters

Intermediate/Novice

1:30

MAX

Axel, double Salchow , double toe loop or double loop

Jump combination (double/double, single/double or

double/single) that may include double Salchow , double toe loop

or double loop and any single jump including Axel

Solo spin of skater’s choice (Min. 6 revolutions)

Straight line step sequence

Masters Junior/Senior

1:30

MAX

Choice of any double jump

Jump combination that may include any double jump

Solo spin of skater’s choice (Min. 8 revolutions)

Straight line step sequence

U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

Page 30: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

EVENT: Adult Free Skate

General event parameters: 1. Skaters may not enter both a Well Balanced Free Skate event and a Test Track Free Skate event at the same

nonqualifying competition. 2. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels. 3. 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.

4. Minimum number of spin revolutions are in parentheses following the spin description. Revolutions must be in

position.

5. 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 Time Jumps Spins Step Sequences

CHAMPIONSHIP MASTERS

JUNIOR/SENIOR &

MASTERS JUNIOR

& MASTERS SENIOR

3:40 max * means element is required

Max. 7

1 must be an Axel-type jump*

Min. 1*, max. 3 combinations or sequences

Two combinations/sequences are limited to two jumps, and one three-jump combination/sequence is permitted

Number of jumps in sequence is unlimited, but only the two highest-value jumps in a jump sequence will be counted

No Axels and multi-rotation jumps may be repeated more than once, and if repeated, those jumps must be in combination or sequence

Max. 3

Spins must be of different character (for definition, see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103E)

Min. 5 revolutions total if no change of foot

Min. 4 revolutions each foot if change of foot

Min. 2 revolutions in position

Max. 1

To be chosen from:

Choreographic step sequence

or

Choreographic

sequence Must fully utilize the

ice surface Additional moves in

the field, spiral and step sequences will not be counted as

elements but will be counted as transitions and marked as such.

CHAMPIONSHIP

MASTERS INTERMEDIATE/NOVICE

& MASTERS

INTERMEDIATE & MASTERS NOVICE

3:10 max

* means element is required

Max. 6

1 must be an Axel-type jump*

Min. 1*, max. 3 combinations or sequences

Two combinations/sequences are limited to two jumps, and one

three-jump combination/sequence is permitted

Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as part of

combination or sequence

All single jumps and the following double jumps are permitted:

double toe loop, double Salchow, double loop

Only one double-double jump combination or sequence is

permitted

Double flip, double Lutz, double Axel and triple jumps are not

permitted

Max. 3

Spins must be of different character (for definition,

see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103E)

Min. 5 revolutions total if no change of foot

Min. 4 revolutions each foot if change of foot

Min. 2 revolutions in position

Max. 1 To be chosen from:

Choreographic step sequence

or

Choreographic sequence

Must fully utilize the ice surface

Additional moves in the field, spiral and

step sequences will not be counted as elements but will be

counted as transitions and marked as such.

CHAMPIONSHIP GOLD &

ADULT GOLD

2:40 max

Max. 5

Min. 1*, max. 3 combinations or sequences

Two combinations/sequences are limited to two jumps, and one three-jump combination/sequence is permitted

Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as part of

combination or sequence

Max. 3

Spins must be of different character (for definition,

see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103E)

Min. 4 revolutions total if no change of foot

Min. 4 revolutions each foot if change of foot

Min. 2 revolutions in position

Max. 1 To be chosen from:

Choreographic step

sequence or

Choreographic

U.S. Figure Skating Non Qualifying Competitions

Page 31: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

* means element is required All single jumps, including an Axel-type jump, are permitted, as are the following double jumps: double toe loop, double Salchow.

No double-double jump combinations or sequences are permitted

Double loop, double flip, double Lutz, double Axel and triple jumps

are not permitted

sequence Must fully utilize the

ice surface Additional moves in

the field, spiral and step sequences will not be counted as

elements but will be counted as transitions and marked as such.

ADULT SILVER

2:10 max

* means element is required

Max. 5

Min. 1*, max. 2 combinations or sequences

One combination/sequence may consist of three jumps, and the other may have only two jumps

Additional jump sequences which contain non-listed jumps of not more than one revolution (i.e. mazurkas, half-loops, etc.)

performed as part of connecting footwork preceding single jumps are permitted

Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as part of

combination or sequence

All single jumps are permitted, including an Axel-type jump.

No double or triple jumps are permitted

Max. 2

Spins must be of different character (for definition,

see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103E)

Min. 3 revolutions total if no change of foot

Min. 3 revolutions each foot if change of foot

Min. 2 revolutions in position

Max. 1 To be chosen from:

Step sequence

or

Spiral sequence

(any pattern)

Must use at least ½ ice surface

Additional moves in the field, spiral and step sequences will

not be counted as elements but will be counted as transitions

and marked as such.

Page 32: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

EVENT: Jumps Challenge

General event parameters:

7. Each jump may be attempted twice; the best attempt will be counted.

8. Pre-juvenile and lower will be skated ½ ice; Juvenile – senior will be skated on full ice

9. Jumps with an “*” must be preceded with connecting steps (intermediate – senior)

Level Time Skating rules / standards

Beginner

1:15 max.

1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers)

2. ½ flip or ½ Lutz

3. Single Salchow

High

Beginner

1:15 max.

1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers)

2. Single Salchow

3. Jump combination – waltz jump-toe loop

No-Test

1:15 max.

1. Single toe loop

2. Single loop

3. Jump combination – Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel)

Pre –

Preliminary

1:15 max.

1. Single toe loop

2. Single flip

3. Jump combination - Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel)

Preliminary

1:15 max.

2. Single flip

3. Single Lutz

4. Jump combination – Any single jump + single loop (may be Axel)

Pre –

Juvenile

1:15 max.

5. Single Axel 6. Single or double jump

7. Jump combination – single/single (no Axel)

Juvenile &

Open Juv.

1:15 max.

5. Single Axel

6. Double Salchow

7. Jump combination – single/single or double/single (no Axel)

Intermediate

1:30 max.

5. Single Axel

6. Double loop*

7. Jump combination – double/single (no Axel)

Novice

1:30 max.

5. Double loop

6. Double flip*

7. Jump combination – double/double (may be double Axel)

Junior

1:30 max.

5. Choice of double or triple jump

6. Double or triple flip*

7. Jump combination – double/double (may be double Axel)

Senior

1:30 max.

5. Choice of double or triple jump

6. Double or triple Lutz*

7. Jump combination – double/double or triple/double (may be double

Axel)

U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

Page 33: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

EVENT: Moves in the field

General event parameters:

1. Levels are based on the skaters’ highest Moves in the field test passed.

2. A moves in the field competition event will consist of the skater performing two moves in the field

patterns.

3. The patterns to be skated depend on which quarter of the year the competition is held. The skater will

perform the two patterns listed for their level, based upon the date of the competition. If the competition

falls over two quarters (for example, June 30th – July 2nd), the moves will be selected based on the start

date of the competition listed in the announcement (in this example, the 2nd quarter).

4. Each skater will complete both of their required patterns consecutively in the order listed, pausing briefly

in between.

5. The host club may choose to play background music, at a low volume, at their discretion.

Level January 1-

March 31st

April 1st –

June 30th

July 1st –

September 30th

October 1st –

December 31st

Pre-Preliminary 1. Forward perimeter

stroking (1/2 rink only)

2. Basic consecutive

edges (Forward

outside & forward

inside only)

1. Forward perimeter

stroking (1/2 rink only).

2. Waltz eight (2

patterns/foot)

1. Basic consecutive

edges (Backward

outside & backward

inside only).

2. Forward left & right

spirals

1. Waltz eight

2. Forward left & right

spirals

Preliminary 1. Forward &

backward crossovers

2. Forward power 3-

turns

1. Forward &

backward crossovers

2. Consecutive

outside & inside spirals

1. Forward circle eight

2. Alternating forward 3-

turns.

1. Forward circle eight

2. Forward power 3-

turns.

Pre-Juvenile 1. Forward &

backward perimeter

stroking.

2. Forward outside and

backward inside 3-

turns.

1. Forward &

backward power

change of edge pulls.

2. Forward inside and

backward outside 3-

turns.

1. Five-step mohawk

sequence.

2. Backward circle

eight.

1. Forward outside-

backward inside 3-

turns.

2. Backward circle

eight.

Juvenile 1. Forward power

circle

2. Backward power 3-

turns.

1. Backward power

circle.

2. Forward double 3-

turns.

1. Eight-step mohawk

sequence.

2. Forward double 3-

turns.

1. Forward & backward

free skate cross strokes.

2. Backward power 3-

turns.

Intermediate 1. Brackets in the field

2. Spiral sequence

1. Brackets in the field

2. Forward twizzles

(right forward outside

& right forward inside

only)

1. Forward twizzles (left

forward outside & left

forward inside only).

2. Inside slide chasse

pattern.

1. Backward double

three-turns.

2. Brackets in the field

Novice 1. Inside 3-turns/rocker-

choctaws

2. Twizzles (Backward

outside only)

1. Forward &

backward outside

counters.

2. Twizzles (Backward

inside only)

1. Forward & backward

inside counters.

2. Forward inside &

outside loops.

1. Backward rocker

choctaw sequence

2. Forward inside &

outside loops.

Junior 1. Forward &

backward outside

rockers

2. Backward loop

pattern.

1. Forward &

backward inside

rockers

2. Choctaw sequence

1. Straight line step

sequence.

2. Power pulls

1. Straight line step

sequence

2. Backward loop

pattern.

Senior 1. Sustained edge step

2. Serpentine step

sequence

1. Spiral sequence

2. Serpentine step

sequence

1. Backward outside

power double 3-turns to

power inside double

rockers.

2. Serpentine step

sequence

1. Backward inside

double 3-turns to

power double outside

rockers

2. Serpentine step

sequence

U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

Page 34: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

EVENT: Spins Challenge General event parameters:

10. Spins may be skated in any order. Connecting steps are allowed, but will not be taken into consideration

in scoring. Spins may not be repeated. Only required elements may be included.

11. All events are skated on ½ ice.

12. Minimum number of revolutions are noted in parentheses.

Level Time Skating rules / standards

Beginner

1:30 max.

Upright one-foot spin (3) Upright back spin (3) Sit spin (3)

High

Beginner

1:30 max.

Upright one-foot spin (4) Upright spin with change of foot (3 each foot) Sit spin (3)

No-Test

1:30 max.

Upright spin with change of foot (3 each foot) Sit spin (3) Camel spin (3)

Pre –

Preliminary

1:30 max.

Spin with one change of position and no change of foot (6) Backward sit spin (3) Camel spin (4)

Preliminary

1:30 max.

Spin with one change of foot and one change of position (min. 3 each foot) Combination sit spin with change of foot (min 3. each foot) One position spin – skater’s choice (upright, sit or camel) (4)

Pre –

Juvenile

1:30 max.

8. Camel spin (3)

9. Combination spin – camel to sit spin; no change of foot (6)

10. Forward to backward scratch spin (3 per foot)

Juvenile &

Open Juv.

1:30 max.

8. Sit spin (4)

9. Combination spin – with change of foot; optional change of position

(4 per foot)

10. Girls – layback spin (4); Boys – camel spin (4)

Intermediate

1:30 max.

8. Flying camel spin (5)

9. Sit spin to backward sit spin (4 per foot)

10. Combination spin – change of foot & change of position (4 per foot)

Novice

1:30 max.

8. Choice of camel, sit or layback spin (6)

9. Camel spin to backward camel spin (4 per foot in position)

10. Combination spin – change of foot & two changes of position (2 per

position & 5 per foot)

Junior

1:30 max.

8. Flying sit spin or flying reverse sit spin (6)

9. Solo spin of choice (6) – may not fly

10. Combination spin – with change of foot & utilizing all three positions (2

per position & 5 per foot)

Senior

1:30 max.

8. Flying spin of choice (6)

9. Solo spin of choice (6) – may not fly

10. Combination spin – with change of foot & utilizing all three positions (2

per position & 5 per foot)

U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

Page 35: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

EVENT: Step Sequences

General event parameters:

13. Levels are based on the skaters’ highest Moves in the Field test passed.

14. Music of skater’s choice, including vocal music, not to exceed the maximum (less time is fine).

15. Skates perform two different step sequences of their choice; any shape or pattern is permitted; however,

skaters must make it clear when their first step sequence ends, and their second begins.

16. Each of the step sequences must include the required steps and/or turns listed for each level.

17. Each step sequence may, and is encouraged to, include additional steps or turns.

18. Each step sequence must utilize the full ice surface.

19. Skaters are encouraged to focus on edge quality, clarity of turns, multi-directional and one-foot skating.

Level Time Required elements

Pre-

Preliminary

1:00 max.

Each of the two step sequences must include:

- Forward outside 3-turn

- Inside mohawk

- Demonstration of forward outside & forward inside edges

Preliminary

1:00 max.

Each of the two step sequences must include:

- At least two consecutive forward outside power 3-turns

- Forward inside 3-turn

- At least one set of alternating 3-turns (outside or inside)

Pre-Juvenile

1:00 max.

Each of the two step sequences must include:

1. Backward inside 3-turns on each foot

2. Backward outside 3-turns on each foot

3. At least 2 consecutive power pulls (backward or forward)

Juvenile &

Open Juv.

1:30 max.

Each of the two step sequences must include:

1. Forward outside double 3 (either foot)

2. Forward inside double 3 (either foot)

3. At least 2 consecutive cross strokes (backward or forward)

Intermediate

1:30 max.

Each of the two step sequences must include:

1. Choice of backward double 3

2. At least 2 different brackets with clear entry & exit edges

3. Forward inside 1 ½ twizzle

4. Forward outside 1 ½ twizzle

Novice

2:00 max.

Each of the two step sequences must include:

11. At least 2 different counters with clear entry & exit edges

12. Forward outside & forward inside loop (either foot)

13. Backward outside double twizzle

14. Backward inside double twizzle

Junior

2:00 max.

Each of the two step sequences must include:

11. At least 2 different rockers with clear entry & exit edges

12. At least 2 different choctaws

13. Backward outside & backward inside loop (either foot)

14. A combination of at least 3 different turns done on one foot

Senior

2:00 max.

Each of the two step sequences must include:

1. At least 1 of each of the following turns: 3-turn, bracket, rocker, counter,

choctaw, loop, and twizzle.

2. A combination of at least 3 different turns, to be selected from counter,

rocker, bracket, twizzle and loop, done on one foot.

3. An upper body movement. (Any movements of the arms, head and torso that

have an effect on the balance of the main body core.)

Note: If necessary, skaters may combine items 1 & 2. For example, performing 3 different

consecutive turns on one foot may also count towards the requirement of demonstrating

all seven of the listed turns/steps.

U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

Page 36: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

EVENT: Adult Jumps Challenge

General event parameters:

20. Each jump may be attempted twice; the best attempt will be counted.

21. Adult silver and lower will be skated ½ ice; adult gold – masters junior/senior will be skated on full ice

22. Jumps with an “*” must be preceded with connecting steps (intermediate – senior)

Level Time Elements

Adult Beginner

1:00

1. Bunny Hop

2. Mazurka or ballet jump

Adult Pre-Bronze

1;00

1. Waltz or toe loop jump

2. ½ flip, ½ Lutz or ½ loop

Adult Bronze

1:00

1. Single Salchow

2. Single toe loop

3. Any single jump + single toe loop combination (No Axels

allowed)

Adult Silver

1:15

1. Single flip

2. Single loop

3. Single/single combination (Axel is permitted)

Adult Gold

1:15

1. Single Axel

2. Single Lutz

3. Single/single or single/double jump combination (may include

any single jump, double toe loop or double Salchow)

Masters

Intermediate/Novice

1:30

1. Axel

2. Double Salchow , double toe loop or double loop

3. Jump combination (double/double, single/double or

double/single) that may include double Salchow , double toe

loop or double loop and any single jump including Axel

Masters Junior/Senior

1:30

1. Double loop or double flip

2. Double Lutz

3. Jump combination that may include any double jump

U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

Page 37: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

EVENT: Adult Spins Challenge

General event parameters:

1. Spins may be skated in any order. Connecting steps are allowed, but will not be taken into consideration

in scoring. Spins may not be repeated. On required elements may be included.

2. All events are skated on ½ ice.

3. Minimum number of revolutions are noted in parentheses.

Level Time Skating rules / standards

Adult Beginner

1:15

1. Pivot

2. Two-foot upright spin (2)

Adult Pre-Bronze

1:15

1. One-foot upright spin (3)

2. Two-foot upright spin (3)

Adult Bronze

1:15

1. One-foot upright spin (4)

2. One-foot back spin (3)

3. Sit spin (3)

Adult Silver

1:30

1. Camel spin (3)

2. Layback, sideways leaning or sit spin (4)

3. Combination spin with at least one change of position, no

change of foot (3 in each position)

Adult Gold

1:30

1. Solo spin, no change of foot (4)

2. Second solo spin, different from the first; change of foot optional

(4)

3. Combination spin with only one change of foot and at least one

change of position (4 each foot)

Masters

Intermediate/Novice

1:30

1. Solo spin of skater’s choice (Min. 6 revolutions)

2. Second solo spin, different from the first; change of foot optional

(4) May have a flying entry

3. Combination spin that may have more than one change of foot

and at least one change of position (4 each foot)

Masters Junior/Senior

1:30

1. Solo spin of skater’s choice (Min. 8 revolutions)

2. Solo spin with a flying entry

3. Combination spin that may have more than one change of foot

and at least one change of position (4 each foot). May have a

flying entry

U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

Page 38: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

EVENT: Showcase Events – Dramatic Entertainment Events

Format:

Programs should express intense emotional connection and investment in the music,

choreography and theme concept through related skating movements, gestures and

physical actions. The entire gamut of emotions may be expressed including intense joy

and/or introspectiveness.

Props and scenery ARE permitted.

General event parameters:

1. Level will be determined by the highest free skate or dance (solo or partnered) test

passed, as listed in the table below. Skaters may compete at the highest level they

have passed, or skate up to one level higher.

2. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline.

3. Current guidelines and procedures for nonqualifying showcase competitions can be

found at www.usfigureskating.org, under “Programs” on the National Showcase page.

Dramatic Entertainment Levels:

Except for Adult events, skaters must compete at the highest level for which they qualify.

Event

Must meet requirements*

Must have passed Free Skating or Dance

test (solo or partnered standard track)

Must not have passed

Free Skate or Dance (solo or

partnered) Test or higher

Age Time

No Test (does not qualify for National Showcase)

No Free Skate test passed Pre-Preliminary Free Skate

Any Free Dance

No age

restriction 1:30 max

Pre-Preliminary (does not qualify for National Showcase)

Pre-Preliminary Free Skate Preliminary Free Skate

Any Free Dance

No age

restriction 1:30 max

Preliminary Preliminary Free Skate

Pre Juvenile Free Skate

OR

Juvenile Free Dance

No minimum

age

(max age 20)

1:40 max

Pre Juvenile Pre Juvenile Free Skate

Juvenile Free Skate

OR

Juvenile Free Dance

No minimum

age

(max age 20)

1:40 max

Juvenile

Juvenile Free Skate

OR

Juvenile Free Dance

Intermediate Free Skate

OR

Intermediate Free Dance

3 and under 2:10 max

Teen

Juvenile Free Skate

OR

Juvenile Free Dance

Intermediate Free Skate

OR

Intermediate Free Dance

14-17 2:10 max

Intermediate

Intermediate Free Skate

OR

Intermediate Free Dance

Novice Free Skate

OR

Novice Free Dance

17 and under 2:10 max

Young Adult

Juvenile Free Skate

OR

Juvenile Free Dance

Novice Free Skate

OR

Novice Free Dance

18-20 2:10 max

U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

Page 39: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

Novice

Novice Free Skate

OR

Novice Free Dance

Junior Free Skate

OR

Junior Free Dance

2:10 max

Junior

Junior Free Skate

OR

Junior Free Dance

Senior Free Skate

OR

Senior Free Dance

2:40 max

Senior

Senior Free Skate

OR

Senior Free Dance

2:40 max

Event

Must meet requirements*

Must have passed Free Skate or Dance

Test (solo or partnered, standard, adult, or

masters track)

Must not have passed

Free Skate or Dance Test (solo or

partnered; standard, adult, or masters

track) or higher

Age Time

Adult Pre-

Bronze

(does not

qualify for

National

Showcase)

Adult Pre-Bronze Free Skate

OR

Pre-Preiminary Free Skate

Adult Bronze Free Skate

Preliminary Free Skate

OR

Any Free Dance

21 and older 1:40 max

Adult Bronze

Adult Bronze Free Skate

Preliminary Free Skate

Juvenile Free Dance

OR

Pre-Bronze Dance Test (prior to 4/30/17)

Adult Silver Free Skate

Pre Juvenile Free Skate

Adult Silver Free Dance

Intermediate Free Dance

Preliminary Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000)

OR

3rd Figure (prior to 10/1/77)

21 and older 1:40 max

Adult Silver

Adult Silver Free Skate

Juvenile Free Skate (prior to 10/1/94)

Pre Juvenile Free Skate

Adult Silver Free Dance

Intermediate Free Dance

Preliminary Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000)

OR

3rd Figure (prior to 10/1/77)

Adult Gold Free Skate

Juvenile Free Skate (On/after 10/1/94)

Adult Gold Free Dance

Novice Free Dance

Bronze Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000)

OR

4th Figure (prior to 10/1/77)

21 and older 1:40 max

Adult Gold

Adult Gold Free Skate

Juvenile Free Skate

Adult Gold Free Dance

Novice Free Dance

OR

3rd Figure (prior to 10/1//77)

Intermediate FS (on/after 10/1/91)

Junior Free Dance

Silver Free Dance (Prior to 9/2/2000)

OR

5th Figure Test (prior to 10/1/77)

21 and older 1:40 max

Masters

Intermediate Free Skate

Adult Gold Free Dance

Junior Free Dance

Silver Free Dance (Prior to 9/2/2000)

3rd Figure Test (prior to 10/1/77)

OR

8th Figure Test (10/1/77-9/30/79)

21 and older 1:40 max

* For the US Adult Championships and adult sectional championships, skaters must meet the test requirements for the

level at which they want to compete; rules 2540-2552 apply,; and the same level must be chosen for all showcase events

at the competition (for example, a skater may not compete in Masters Dramatic Entertainment and Adult Gold Light

Entertainment events at the same competition). Adult athletes wishing to be grandfathered into a higher level based on

participation at the Adult Championships or National Showcase prior to 4/30/17 may make this request to the National

Vice Chair for National Showcase. For all other competitions, skaters must compete at their test level or one level higher, per the above chart. For Basic Skills levels and events, please refer to the U.S. Figure Skating Compete USA

Competition Manual for Showcase event levels, elements, qualifications, program lengths and descriptions.

For events offered, refer to the competition announcement.

Page 40: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

EVENT: Showcase Events – Light Entertainment Events

Format:

Showcase program that should express a carefree concept or storyline designed to uplift

and entertain the audience through related skating movements, gestures and physical

actions.

Props and scenery are permitted.

General event parameters:

4. Level will be determined by the highest free skate or dance (solo or partnered) test passed.

Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level

higher.

5. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline.

6. Current guidelines and procedures for nonqualifying showcase competitions can be found

at www.usfigureskating.org, under “Programs” on the National Showcase page.

Light Entertainment Levels:

Except for Adult events, skaters must compete at the highest level for which they qualify.

Event

Must meet requirements*

Must have passed Free Skating or Dance

test (solo or partnered standard track)

Must not have passed

Free Skate or Dance (solo or

partnered) Test or higher

Age Time

No Test (does not qualify for National Showcase)

No Free Skate test passed

Pre-Preliminary Free Skate

OR

Any Free Dance

No age

restriction 1:30 max

Pre-Preliminary (does not qualify for National Showcase)

Pre-Preliminary Free Skate

Preliminary Free Skate

OR

Any Free Dance

No age

restriction 1:30 max

Preliminary Preliminary Free Skate

Pre Juvenile Free Skate

OR

Juvenile Free Dance

No minimum

age

(max age 20)

1:40 max

Pre Juvenile Pre Juvenile Free Skate

Juvenile Free Skate

OR

Juvenile Free Dance

No minimum

age

(max age 20)

1:40 max

Juvenile

Juvenile Free Skate

OR

Juvenile Free Dance

Intermediate Free Skate

OR

Intermediate Free Dance

3 and under 2:10 max

Teen

Juvenile Free Skate

OR

Juvenile Free Dance

Intermediate Free Skate

OR

Intermediate Free Dance

14-17 2:10 max

Intermediate

Intermediate Free Skate

OR

Intermediate Free Dance

Novice Free Skate

OR

Novice Free Dance

17 and under 2:10 max

Young Adult

Juvenile Free Skate

OR

Juvenile Free Dance

Novice Free Skate

OR

Novice Free Dance

18-20 2:10 max

Novice

Novice Free Skate

OR

Novice Free Dance

Junior Free Skate

OR

Junior Free Dance

2:10 max

U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

Page 41: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

Junior

Junior Free Skate

OR

Junior Free Dance

Senior Free Skate

OR

Senior Free Dance

2:40 max

Senior

Senior Free Skate

OR

Senior Free Dance

2:40 max

Event

Must meet requirements*

Must have passed Free Skate or Dance

Test (solo or partnered, standard, adult, or

masters track)

Must not have passed

Free Skate or Dance Test (solo or

partnered; standard, adult, or masters

track) or higher

Age Time

Adult Pre-

Bronze (does not qualify for National Showcase)

Adult Pre-Bronze Free Skate

OR

Pre-Preiminary Free Skate

Adult Bronze Free Skate

Preliminary Free Skate

OR

Any Free Dance

21 and older 1:40 max

Adult Bronze

Adult Bronze Free Skate

Preliminary Free Skate

Juvenile Free Dance

OR

Pre-Bronze Dance Test (prior to 4/30/17)

Adult Silver Free Skate

Pre Juvenile Free Skate

Adult Silver Free Dance

Intermediate Free Dance

Preliminary Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000)

OR

3rd Figure (prior to 10/1/77)

21 and older 1:40 max

Adult Silver

Adult Silver Free Skate

Juvenile Free Skate (prior to 10/1/94)

Pre Juvenile Free Skate

Adult Silver Free Dance

Intermediate Free Dance

Preliminary Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000)

OR

3rd Figure (prior to 10/1/77)

Adult Gold Free Skate

Juvenile Free Skate (On/after 10/1/94)

Adult Gold Free Dance

Novice Free Dance

Bronze Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000)

OR

4th Figure (prior to 10/1/77)

21 and older 1:40 max

Adult Gold

Adult Gold Free Skate

Juvenile Free Skate

Adult Gold Free Dance

Novice Free Dance

OR

3rd Figure (prior to 10/1//77)

Intermediate FS (on/after 10/1/91)

Junior Free Dance

Silver Free Dance (Prior to 9/2/2000)

OR

5th Figure Test (prior to 10/1/77)

21 and older 1:40 max

Masters

Intermediate Free Skate

Adult Gold Free Dance

Junior Free Dance

Silver Free Dance (Prior to 9/2/2000)

3rd Figure Test (prior to 10/1/77)

OR

8th Figure Test (10/1/77-9/30/79)

21 and older 1:40 max

* For the US Adult Championships and adult sectional championships, skaters must meet the test

requirements for the level at which they want to compete; rules 2540-2552 apply,; and the same level must

be chosen for all showcase events at the competition (for example, a skater may not compete in Masters Dramatic Entertainment and Adult Gold Light Entertainment events at the same competition). Adult

athletes wishing to be grandfathered into a higher level based on participation at the Adult

Championships or National Showcase prior to 4/30/17 may make this request to the National Vice Chair for

National Showcase. For all other competitions, skaters must compete at their test level or one level higher,

per the above chart. For Basic Skills levels and events, please refer to the U.S. Figure Skating Compete USA

Competition Manual for Showcase event levels, elements, qualifications, program lengths and descriptions.

For events offered, refer to the competition announcement.

Page 42: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

EVENT: Showcase Events – Interpretive Events

Format: Interpretive is a performance choreographed by the competitor, unaccompanied

and unassisted, to music supplied by the competition committee / LOC. Programs should

incorporate various elements of expressive movement and skating moves, to enhance the

skater’s interpretation of the music, rather than technical elements.

The music will be played continuously during a 30-minute off-ice session in a room and

twice during an on-ice warm-up prior to the performance.

o The room will be attended only by the adult monitor assigned to play the music

and the competing skaters.

After the warm up, skaters will go back to a room, with no music being played.

Skaters will be brought to the ice when the previous skater finishes.

All competitors in an event will interpret the same music.

Props are permitted but must be brought into the room prior to listening to the music,

and be taken to the ice only when the skater is called to perform. Props may not be

pre-positioned on the performance surface.

Current guidelines and procedures for nonqualifying showcase competitions can be found at

www.usfigureskating.org, under “Programs” on the National Showcase page.

Interpretative Events and Levels:

Except for Adult events, skaters must compete at the highest level for which they qualify

Level

Program Duration

Test Requirements (Freeskate or Free Dance)

Pre-juvenile and below

1:00 maximum

Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up

to one level higher. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline.

Juvenile - novice

1:30 maximum

Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up

to one level higher. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline.

Junior and senior

1:30 maximum

Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up

to one level higher. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline.

Teen and young adult

1:30 maximum

Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up

to one level higher. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline.

All adult events

1:30 maximum

Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up

to one level higher. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline.

U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

Page 43: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

EVENT: Solo Pattern Dance

General event parameters:

4. Levels are based upon the skaters’ highest pattern dance test passed.

5. A solo pattern dance competition event will consist of the skater performing two solo pattern dances.

6. The patterns to be skated depend upon which quarter of the year the competition is held. The skater will

perform the two pattern dances listed for their level, based upon the date of the competition. If the

competition falls over two quarters (for example, June 30th – July 2nd), the dance will be selected based

on the start date of the competition listed in the announcement (in this example, the 2nd quarter).

7. Skaters will complete both of the dances at each level. Dances will be scheduled at the discretion of the

Chief Referee for each competition and may be competed consecutively or with a break in-between

pattern dances groupings.

Level January 1-

March 31st

April 1st –

June 30th

July 1st –

September 30th

October 1st –

December 31st

Preliminary

y

1. Dutch Waltz

2. Canasta Tango

1. Rhythm Blues

2. Dutch Waltz

1. Canasta

Tango

2. Rhythm Blues

1. Rhythm Blues

2. Dutch Waltz

Pre-bronze 1. Swing

2. Cha-Cha

1. Fiesta Tango

2. Swing

1. Cha-Cha

2. Fiesta Tango

1. Swing

2. Cha-Cha

Bronze 1. Hickory

Hoedown

2. Willow Waltz

1. Ten Fox

2. Hickory

Hoedown

1. Willow Waltz

2. Ten Fox

1. Hickory

Hoedown

2. Willow Watz

Pre-silver 1. Fourteenstep

2. European Waltz

1. Foxtrot

2. Fourteenstep

1. European

Waltz

2. Foxtrot

1. Fourteenstep

2. European Waltz

Silver 1. American Waltz

2. Silver Tango

1. Rocker Foxtrot

2. American Waltz

1. Silver Tango

2. Rocker

Foxtrot

1. American Waltz

2. Silver Tango

Pre-gold 1. Killian

2. Blues

1. Paso Doble

2. Starlight Waltz

1. Killian

2. Blues

1. Paso Doble

2. Starlight Watlz

Gold 1. Viennese Waltz

2. Argentine

Tango

1. Westminster

Waltz

2. Quickstep

1. Viennese

Waltz

2. Argentine

Tango

1. Westminster

Waltz

2. Quickstep

U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

Page 44: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

EVENT: Free Dance

Requirements for Juvenile: Juvenile Solo Free Dance: 1:40 +/- 10 seconds

MUSIC MUST HAVE AN AUDIBLE RHYTHMIC BEAT WITH THE EXCEPTION OF 10 SECONDS AT THE

BEGINNING OF THE PROGRAM

Music at this level is strongly suggested to be in the same rhythms as the U.S. Figure Skating

test structure.

Edge

Elements

One short edge element, but no more. The edge element must be held for a

minimum of three seconds, but cannot exceed six seconds.

Spin One choreographic dance spin*, but no more. Minimum of three revolutions

on one foot. Spin combinations not permitted.

*NO FLYING SPINS PERMITTED

Step

Sequence

One step sequence from the following list: circular, midline or diagonal. The

step sequence must fully utilize the ice surface and should include a variety

of steps and turns and must include three-turns and Mohawks.

Not permitted elements: stops, pattern regressions, loops and jumps of more

than one-half rotation, dance spins, and pirouettes.

Twizzle One twizzle. Minimum one revolution.

Dance Stop One full stop to express the character of the music, not to exceed five

seconds. The stop must come at least 10 seconds after the start of the

program and at least 10 seconds before the end of the program.

Free Dance Requirements for Intermediate:

Intermediate Solo Free Dance: 2:00 +/- 10 seconds

MUSIC MUST HAVE AN AUDIBLE RHYTHMIC BEAT WITH THE EXCEPTION OF 10 SECONDS AT THE

BEGINNING OF THE PROGRAM

Music at this level is strongly suggested to be in the same rhythms as the U.S. Figure Skating

test structure.

Edge

Elements

Two short edge elements, but no more. The edge elements must be held for

a minimum of three seconds, but not more than six seconds. Edge elements

should have different positions^.

Spin One choreographic dance spin*, but no more. Minimum of three revolutions

on one foot. Spin combinations not permitted.

*NO FLYING SPINS PERMITTED

Step

Sequence

One step sequence from the following list: circular, midline or diagonal. The

step sequence must fully utilize the ice surface and should include a variety

of steps and turns and must include three-turns, mohawks and brackets.

Not permitted elements: stops, pattern regressions, loops and jumps of more

than one-half rotation, dance spins, and pirouettes.

Page 45: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

Twizzle

Series

One twizzle series. Minimum one revolution on each twizzle. No more than

three steps between twizzles.

Dance Stop One full stop to express the character of the music, not to exceed five

seconds. The stop must come at least 10 seconds after the start of the

program and at least 10 seconds before the end of the program.

Free Dance Requirements for Novice:

Novice Solo Free Dance: 2:10 +/- 10 seconds

MUSIC MUST HAVE AN AUDIBLE RHYTHMIC BEAT WITH THE EXCEPTION OF 10 SECONDS AT THE

BEGINNING OF THE PROGRAM

Music at this level is strongly suggested to be in the same rhythms as the U.S. Figure Skating

test structure.

Edge

Elements

One combination edge element – each edge must be held for a minimum

of 3 seconds, but the total element must not exceed 12 seconds. And one

short edge element held for a minimum of three seconds, but not to exceed

six seconds. No more than one combination and one short edge element

permitted. Edge elements should have different positions.^

Spin One choreographic dance spin*, but no more. Minimum of three revolutions

on one foot. May change feet.

*NO FLYING SPINS PERMITTED

Step

Sequence

One step sequence from the following list: circular, midline or diagonal. The

step sequence must fully utilize the ice surface and should include a variety

of steps and turns and must include three-turns, mohawks, brackets and

counters.

Not permitted elements: stops, pattern regressions, loops and jumps of more

than one-half rotation, dance spins, and pirouettes.

Twizzle

Series

One twizzle series. Minimum two revolutions on each twizzle. No more than

three steps between twizzles.

Dance Stop One full stop to express the character of the music, not to exceed five

seconds. The stop must come at least 10 seconds after the start of the

program and at least 10 seconds before the end of the program.

Free Dance Requirements for Junior:

Junior Solo Free Dance: 2:30 +/- 10 seconds

MUSIC MUST HAVE AN AUDIBLE RHYTHMIC BEAT WITH THE EXCEPTION OF 10 SECONDS AT THE

BEGINNING OF THE PROGRAM

Edge

Elements

One combination edge element – each edge must be held for a minimum

of 3 seconds, but the total element must not exceed 12 seconds. And two

short edge elements held for a minimum of three seconds, but not to exceed

six seconds. No more than one combination and two short edge elements

Page 46: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

permitted. Edge elements must have different positions.^

Spin One choreographic dance spin*, but no more. Minimum of three revolutions

on one foot. May change feet.

*NO FLYING SPINS PERMITTED

Step

Sequence

Two different step sequences, one selected from Group A and one selected

from Group B.

Group A: Straight Line Step Sequences – midline or diagonal

Group B: Curved Step Sequences (counterclockwise or clockwise) –

circular or serpentine

The step sequence must fully utilize the ice surface and should include a

variety of steps and turns and must include brackets, counters, rockers and

choctaws.

Not permitted elements: stops, pattern regressions, loops and jumps of more

than one-half rotation, dance spins, and pirouettes.

Twizzle

Series

Two different twizzle series, but no more.

Twizzle Series A: Must have a different entry edge and different

direction for the two twizzles. Minimum of two revolutions is required

on each twizzle. No more than three steps are allowed between

twizzles. Twizzles must be different than those used in Twizzle Series B.

Twizzle Series B: Must have two twizzles. Minimum of two revolutions is

required on each twizzle. No more than three steps are allowed

between twizzles. Twizzles must be different than those used in Twizzle

Series A.

Dance Stop Two full stops to express the character of the music, not to exceed five

seconds. The stops must come at least 10 seconds after the start of the

program and at least 10 seconds before the end of the program.

Free Dance Requirements for Senior:

Senior Solo Free Dance: 2:50 +/- 10 seconds

MUSIC MUST HAVE AN AUDIBLE RHYTHMIC BEAT WITH THE EXCEPTION OF 10 SECONDS AT THE

BEGINNING OF THE PROGRAM

Edge

Elements

Two combination edge elements – each edge must be held for a minimum

of 3 seconds, but the total element must not exceed 12 seconds. And two

short edge elements held for a minimum of three seconds, but not to exceed

six seconds. No more than two combination and two short edge elements

permitted. Edge elements must have different positions.^

Spin One choreographic dance spin*, but no more. Minimum of three revolutions

on one foot. May change feet.

*NO FLYING SPINS PERMITTED

Step Two different step sequences, one selected from Group A and one selected

Page 47: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

Sequence from Group B.

Group A: Straight Line Step Sequences – midline or diagonal

Group B: Curved Step Sequences (counterclockwise or clockwise) –

circular or serpentine

The step sequence must fully utilize the ice surface and should include a

variety of steps and turns and must include brackets, counters, rockers,

choctaws and twizzles.

Not permitted elements: stops, pattern regressions, loops and jumps of more

than one-half rotation, dance spins, and pirouettes.

Twizzle

Series

Two different twizzle series, but no more.

Twizzle Series A: Must have a different entry edge and different

direction for the two twizzles. Minimum of two revolutions is required

on each twizzle. No more than three steps are allowed between

twizzles. Twizzles must be different than those used in Twizzle Series B.

Twizzle Series B: Must have two twizzles. Minimum of two revolutions is

required on each twizzle. No more than one step is allowed between

twizzles. Twizzles must be different than those used in Twizzle Series A.

Dance Stop Two full stops to express the character of the music, not to exceed five

seconds. The stops must come at least 10 seconds after the start of the

program and at least 10 seconds before the end of the program.

* Choreographic Dance Spin – a dance spin on one foot with a minimum of 3 revolutions in

a position that enhances the music and choreography. This element will be judged on how

the spin relates to the music and the quality of the spin. Variations in positions will only be

rewarded if they enhance the character of the music.

^ Edge Elements must be of a different nature. For example, one spread eagle and one

spiral as opposed to two spirals.

PATTERN DANCE (PARTNERED)

Juvenile – novice Refer to chart on U.S.F.S. website

SHORT DANCE (PARTNERED)

Junior – senior Refer to chart on U.S.F.S. website

FREE DANCE (PARTNERED)

Juvenile – senior Refer to chart on U.S.F.S. website

Page 48: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

39th ANNUAL MAPLEWOOD FALL CLASSIC

2018 PROGRAM

Several advertising options are available. You may submit your own artwork or purchase a one-line listing on the patron's page. If you choose to submit your own artwork and it is not copy-ready, please be sure to add the set up charge to your total advertising cost. Artwork may be submitted in a variety of standard formats (i.e. Adobe PDF) Please contact Joyce Schwartz – contact information below – for more details. . ADVERTISING RATES:

OPTION PRICE AMOUNT DUE

Full Page (8.5" x 11 ") $ 150.00 $

Half Page (8.5" x 5.5") $ 80.00 $

Quarter Page (4.25, x 5.5") $ 45.00 $

One Line Listing for Patron’s Page $ 25.00 $_____ Set-up Charge for the above ads if not copy ready:

Full Page $ 25.00 $ Half Page $ 25.00 $ Quarter Page $ 15.00 $

TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED FOR AD(S): $ ADVERTISING ARTWORK: And check made to Maplewood FSC must be postmarked by August 20th,2018 Artwork and questions to:

Joyce Schwartz 2800 Hilltop Court

North St. Paul, MN 55109 [email protected]

(612) 325-4665 -cell

Page 49: 2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th 16th, 2018 · 2019-04-25 · First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS

Maplewood Compete USA Competition Entry and Certification Form This form must be postmarked by August 12th, 2018

First Name (print) Last Name (print) _______ Birthdate Age ____ Male______ Female _ Address _______________________________ City __ State Zip Code Program/ Club (Full Name) Parent or Guardian Name (s) Phone . _______________________________ E-Mail_______________________________ U.S.F.S.# Highest Level Passed________________________________

ELEMENTS

(NO MUSIC) PROGRAM

(MUSIC) ELEMENTS

(NO MUSIC) PROGRAM

(MUSIC)

SNOWPLOW FREESKATE 1

BASIC 1 FREESKATE 2

BASIC 2 FREESKATE 3

BASIC 3 FREESKATE 4

BASIC 4 FREESKATE 5

BASIC 5 FREESKATE 6

BASIC 6

Release and Certification of Contestant:

Competitors waive all claims for injury during the competition and all practice sessions. Competitors must be amateurs and eligible to enter the event(s) checked on this Entry Form under the rules of U.S. Figure Skating. I also indicate that the information on this form is true and correct.

Parent or Guardian Signature Date

Certification of U.S. FIGURE SKATING Director or Club Officer

To the best of my knowledge the above is true and correct. The competitor is a member in good standing of my club. Name: E-Mail: ______ Signature Date

Certification of U.S. FIGURE SKATING Instructor

To the best of my knowledge the above is true and correct.

Name: E-Mail: ______ Signature Date

First Event $75 $ Additional Events $30 each $ TOTAL: $

Register Online at www.mfscskate.org or you may also send paper entries by August 14th

Maplewood FSC, 2800 Hilltop Court, North St. Paul, MN 55109. Please make checks payable to Maplewood FSC