U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions EVENT: Adult Introductory Levels Free Skate Program 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 Max. 4 jump elements Max. 2 spins • Jumps limited to bunny hop, • Two forward Connecting moves Skaters may not 1:40 Maximum mazurka, ballet, waltz upright spins, and steps should have passed tests • Max 1 combination or sequence no change of be demonstrated higher than U.S. consisting of only the allowed foot, no flying throughout the Figure Skating listed jumps entry (Min. 3 program Learn to Skate • Max. 2 of any same jump revolutions) USA Free Skate 1 Badge Test Adult High Max 4 jump elements: Max 2 spins: Beginner • Jumps limited to bunny hop, • Two upright Connecting moves Skaters may not mazurka, ballet, stag, split, waltz, spins, change and steps should have passed any 1:40 Maximum ½ Flip, ½ Lutz, Toe Loop of foot be demonstrated U.S. Figure Skating • Max 1 combination or sequence optional, no throughout the Free Skate Test consisting of only the allowed flying entry program listed jumps (Min. 3 • Max. 2 of any same type jump. revolutions) 2019-20 Adult Singles Free Skating Requirements – This chart has been updated with the changes from the U.S. Figure Skating Governing Council that will go into effect July 1, 2019. 2019-20 JUMP ELEMENTS SPINS STEP SEQUENCE CHAMPIONSHIP Max 7 Jump Elements Max 3 Spins Max 1 Step Sequence MASTERS JUNIOR-SENIOR • 1 must be an Axel-type jump or a waltz jump* • Spins must be of different character (for • 1 choreographic step sequence, • Max 3 combinations or sequences definition, see U.S. Figure Skating rule fully utilizing the ice surface (may & o 1 jump combination may contain 3 jumps; the remaining jump combinations 4103 (E)) include moves in the field and MASTERS are limited to 2 jumps • Min 5 revs total if no change of foot spirals) JUNIOR-SENIOR o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an Axel-type jump • Min 4 revs each foot if change of foot • Additional moves in the field, • No Axels or multi-rotation jumps may be repeated more than once, and if • Min 2 revs in each position spiral and step sequences will not 3:40 maximum repeated, those jumps must be in combination or sequence be counted as elements but will 2nd half bonus: 1:50 o If both executions (of the same Axel or multi-rotation jump) are as solo jumps, be counted as transitions and the second of these jumps will receive 70% of its original base value marked as such. * means element is required CHAMPIONSHIP Max 6 Jump Elements Max 3 Spins Max 1 Step Sequence MASTERS • 1 must be an Axel-type jump or a waltz jump* • Spins must be of different character (for • 1 choreographic step sequence, INTERMEDIATE- • Max 3 combinations or sequences definition, see U.S. Figure Skating rule fully utilizing the ice surface (may NOVICE o 1 jump combination may contain 3 jumps; the remaining jump combinations 4103 (E)) include moves in the field and & are limited to 2 jumps • Min 5 revs total if no change of foot spirals) MASTERS o Only 1 jump combination may include 2 double jumps • Min 4 revs each foot if change of foot • Additional moves in the field, INTERMEDIATE- o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an Axel-type jump • Min 2 revs in each position spiral and step sequences will not • Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as part of a combination or be counted as elements but will NOVICE sequence be counted as transitions and 3:10 maximum o If both executions of the same jump are as solo jumps, the second of these marked as such. jumps will receive 70% of its original base value 2nd half bonus: 1:35 • All single jumps and the following double jumps are permitted: double toe loop, * means element is double Salchow, double loop required • Double flip, double Lutz, double Axel and triple jumps are not permitted Max 5 Jump Elements Max 3 Spins Max 1 Step Sequence • Max 3 combinations or sequences • Max Level 3 • 1 choreographic step sequence, o 1 jump combination may contain 3 jumps; the remaining jump combinations • Spins must be of different character (for fully utilizing the ice surface (may CHAMPIONSHIP are limited to 2 jumps definition, see U.S. Figure Skating rule include moves in the field and ADULT GOLD o Each jump combination may include only 1 double jump 4103 (E)) spirals) & o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an Axel-type jump • Min 4 revs total if no change of foot • Additional moves in the field, • Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as part of a combination or • Min 4 revs each foot if change of foot spiral and step sequences will not ADULT GOLD sequence • Min 2 revs in each position be counted as elements but will o If both executions of the same jump are as solo jumps, the second of these be counted as transitions and 2:40 maximum jumps will receive 70% of its original base value marked as such. • All single jumps, including the single Axel, and the following double jumps are 2nd half bonus: 1:20 permitted: double toe loop, double Salchow. • Double loop, double flip, double Lutz, double Axel and triple jumps are not permitted This chart highlights the elements in each program. It is not meant to replace the reading of the rules in the current version of the U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook. Should this chart disagree with the current U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook in any aspect, the rulebook takes precedence. Spins of a different character – this refers to the abbreviation of a spin, e.g. a combination spin with a change of foot (CCoSp) and a combination with no change of foot (CoSp) are spins of a different character; and a flying sit spin (FSSp) and a sit spin (SSp) are of a different character. For more information, see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103 (E). 6.0 System Penalties: • 0.1 in each mark for each illegal element • 0.1 in 1st mark for insufficient revs. • 0.2 in 1st mark for each jump and/or spin element exceeding max. • 0.1 in each mark for time violation • 0.1 in 1st mark for step seq. not utilizing the ice as prescribed. • 0.2 in 1st mark if a required element is omitted NOTE: All times are MAXIMUM times. There is no +/- 10 second leeway for adult programs. All programs – IJS and 6.0 -- over the maximum time will receive a deduction. Adult Singles 2019-2020 Version 2.0– 7/25/19 RH 2019-20 Adult Singles Free Skating Requirements – This chart has been updated with the changes from the U.S. Figure Skating Governing Council that will go into effect July 1, 2019. STEP/SPIRAL 2019-20 JUMP ELEMENTS SPINS SEQUENCES Max 5 Jump Elements Max 2 Spins Max 1 Sequence CHAMPIONSHIP • Max 2 combinations or sequences • Max Level 2 • 1 choreographic step sequence, ADULT SILVER AND o 1 combination may contain 3 jumps, and the other may contain only 2 jumps • Spins must be of different character (for fully utilizing at least ½ of the ice ADULT SILVER o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an Axel-type jump definition, see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103 surface (may include moves in • Non-listed jumps of not more than 1 revolution performed as part of connecting (E)) the field and spirals) 2:10 maximum footwork preceding single jumps are permitted • Min 3 revs total if no change of foot • Additional moves in the field, • Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as part of a combination or • Min 3 revs each foot if change of foot spiral and step sequences will not 2nd half bonus: 1:05 sequence (maximum of 2 of any jump) • Min 2 revs in each position be counted as elements but will • All single jumps, including single Axel, are permitted be counted as transitions and • No double or triple jumps are permitted marked as such. Max 4 Jump Elements Max 2 Spins Max 1 Sequence • Max 2 combinations or sequences • Max Level 1 • 1 choreographic step sequence, o 1 combination may contain 3 jumps, and the other may contain only 2 jumps • Spins must be of different character (for fully utilizing at least ½ of the ice ADULT BRONZE o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an Axel-type jump definition, see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103 surface (may include moves in • Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as part of a combination or (E)) the field and spirals) 1:50 maximum sequence (maximum of 2 of any jump) • Min 3 revs total if no change of foot • Additional moves in the field, • All single jumps are permitted (except single Axel) • Min 3 revs each foot if change of foot spiral and step sequences will not • No single Axel, double or triple jumps are permitted • Min 2 revs in each position be counted as elements but will • Spins with a flying entry are not permitted be counted as transitions and marked as such. Max 4 Jump Elements Max 2 Spins Max 1 Sequence • Max 2 combinations or sequences • Max Level 1 • Connecting steps throughout the ADULT PRE o 1 jump combination may contain 3 jumps, and the other may contain only 2 • Spins must be of different character (for program are required jumps definition, see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103 BRONZE o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an Axel-type jump (E)) • Each jump may be repeated only once and only as part of a combination or • Min 3 revs 1:40 maximum sequence (maximum of 2 of any jump) • Spins with a flying entry are not permitted • Only single and half-revolution jumps are permitted • No single Lutz, single Axel or double or triple jumps are permitted This chart highlights the elements in each program. It is not meant to replace the reading of the rules in the current version of the U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook. Should this chart disagree with the current U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook in any aspect, the rulebook takes precedence. Spins of a different character – this refers to the abbreviation of a spin, e.g. a combination spin with a change of foot (CCoSp) and a combination with no change of foot (CoSp) are spins of a different character; and a flying sit spin (FSSp) and a sit spin (SSp) are of a different character. For more information, see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103 (E). 6.0 System Penalties: • 0.1 in each mark for each illegal element • 0.1 in 1st mark for insufficient revs. • 0.2 in 1st mark for each jump and/or spin element exceeding max. • 0.1 in each mark for time violation • 0.1 in 1st mark for step seq. not utilizing the ice as prescribed. • 0.2 in 1st mark if a required element is omitted NOTE: All times are MAXIMUM times. There is no +/- 10 second leeway for adult programs. All programs – IJS and 6.0 -- over the maximum time will receive a deduction. Adult Singles 2019-2020 Version 2.0– 7/25/19 RH 2019-2020 Excel Program Requirements While the updated 2019-20 Excel Free skate Chart becomes effective September 1, 2019, please note that fall of 2019 competitions may have been sanctioned prior to release of the chart. If the 2018-19 Excel Free skate Chart is referenced in the competition announcement, that is the chart that will be followed for that competition. Skaters must compete at their free skate test level or one level higher. Excel Beginner Maximum 4 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: Jumps with no more than one-half rotation (front to back or back to front) Two upright spins Choreographic Step Sequence* Free Skate Single rotation jumps: Salchow, toe loop only No change of foot (ChSt) 1:40 Max Eulers (half loops) are not allowed. No flying entry o Must use one-half of the Maximum 2 jump combinations or sequences. One 3-jump combination is Minimum 3 revolutions ice surface LTS USA or full U.S. Figure allowed o Moves in the field and o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by a waltz spiral sequences are Skating membership permitted allowed but will not be jump Maximum 2 of any same jump counted as elements o Jumps may be included Max Level: Base in the step sequence Excel High Beginner Maximum 5 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: Jumps with no more than one-half rotation (front to back or back to front) Both spins must be in a single position Choreographic Step Sequence* Free Skate Single rotation jumps: toe loop, Salchow, Euler (half-loop), loop No change of foot (ChSt) 1:40 Max Flip, Lutz, & Axel NOT permitted No flying entry o Must use one-half of the Maximum 2 jump combinations or sequences. One 3-jump combination is Permitted forward spins: upright, sit, ice surface allowed camel o Moves in the field and LTS USA or full U.S. Figure spiral sequences are o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by a waltz Permitted back spins: upright Skating membership permitted jump allowed but will not be Maximum 2 of any same jump Minimum 3 revolutions counted as elements Spins must be of a different character o Jumps may be included in the step sequence Max Level: Base Excel Pre-Preliminary Maximum 5 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: All single jumps allowed, except for the Axel One spin must be in a single position with Choreographic Step Sequence* 1:40 Max o No single Axels, double, or higher jumps allowed no change of foot* (ChSt) Must not have passed higher o Number of single jumps (except single Axel) is not limited provided One spin may change feet or position, but o Must use one-half of the than U.S. Figure Skating pre- the maximum number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded not both. ice surface preliminary free skate test Maximum 2 jump combinations or jump sequences No flying entry o Moves in the field and o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One 3-jump combination is Minimum 3 revolutions spiral sequences are LTS USA or full U.S. Figure allowed Spins must be of a different character allowed but will not be Skating membership permitted o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by a waltz counted as elements jump o Jumps may be included in the step sequence Max Level: 1 Excel Preliminary Maximum 5 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: All single jumps allowed, except for the Axel One spin must be a camel or layback Choreographic Step Sequence* 1:30 +/- 10 sec o No single Axels, double, or higher jumps allowed spin with no change of foot and no (ChSt) o Number of single jumps (except single Axel) is not limited provided change of position* o Must use one-half of the Must not have passed higher the maximum number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded One spin may change feet and/or position ice surface than U.S. Figure Skating Maximum 2 jump combinations or jump sequences No flying entry o Moves in the field and preliminary free skate test o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One 3-jump combination is Minimum 3 revolutions spiral sequences are allowed Spins must be of a different character allowed but will not be o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by a waltz counted as elements jump Max Level: 1 o Jumps may be included Full U.S. Figure Skating in the step sequence membership required *Denotes required element Last updated 8/19/2019 Effective: September 1, 2019 2019-2020 Excel Program Requirements While the updated 2019-20 Excel Free skate Chart becomes effective September 1, 2019, please note that fall of 2019 competitions may have been sanctioned prior to release of the chart. If the 2018-19 Excel Free skate Chart is referenced in the competition announcement, that is the chart that will be followed for that competition. Skaters must compete at their free skate test level or one level higher. Excel Preliminary Plus Maximum 5 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: All single jumps allowed, including single Axel One spin must be in a single position* Choreographic Step Sequence* 1:30 +/- 10 sec o No double, or higher jumps allowed o No change of foot (ChSt) o Single Axel may be repeated once (but not more) as a solo jump or o No flying entry o Must use one-half of the Must not have passed higher part of a jump sequence or jump combination (maximum 2 single One spin may change feet and/or position ice surface than U.S. Figure Skating Axels) No flying entry o Moves in the field and preliminary free skate test o Number of remaining single jumps is not limited provided the Minimum 3 revolutions spiral sequences are maximum number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded Spins must be of a different character allowed but will not be Maximum 2 jump combinations or jump sequences counted as elements o All single jumps, including the single Axel are allowed as part of a o Jumps may be included jump combination or sequence (no double jumps) in the step sequence Full U.S. Figure Skating o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One 3-jump combination is membership required allowed o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an axel type jump. Max Level: 1 Excel Pre-Juvenile Maximum 5 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: All single jumps allowed, except for the Axel 1 spin combination, with or without Choreographic Step Sequence* 2:00 +/- 10 sec No single Axels, double, or higher jumps allowed change of foot* (ChSt) Number of single jumps (except single Axel) is not limited provided o Minimum 6 revolutions o Must fully utilize the ice Must not have passed higher the maximum number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded o No flying entry surface than U.S. Figure Skating pre- Maximum 2 jump combinations or jump sequences 1 spin with only 1 position* o Moves in the field and juvenile free skate test o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One 3-jump combination is o No change of foot spiral sequences are allowed o No flying entry allowed but will not be o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by a waltz o Minimum 4 revolutions counted as elements jump. Spins must be of a different character o Jumps may be included Full U.S. Figure Skating in the choreographic membership required step sequence Max Level: 1 Excel Pre-Juvenile Plus Maximum 5 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: 1 must be an Axel-type jump or a waltz jump* 1 spin combination, with or without Choreographic Step Sequence* 2:00 +/- 10 sec All single jumps, including the single Axel, allowed. change of foot* (ChSt) Only 1 double jump may be attempted (limited to double Salchow or double o Minimum 6 revolutions o Must fully utilize the ice Must not have passed higher toe loop) o No flying entry surface than U.S. Figure Skating pre- o Double loop, double flip, double Lutz, double Axel and higher jumps 1 spin with only 1 position* o Moves in the field and juvenile free skate test not allowed. o No change of foot spiral sequences are o Axel plus up to 1 allowable double jump may be repeated once o Spin may start with flying entry allowed but will not be (but not more) as solo jumps or part of a jump sequence or jump o Minimum 4 revolutions counted as elements Full U.S. Figure Skating combination Spins must be of a different character o Jumps may be included membership required o Number of single jumps is not limited provided the maximum in the choreographic number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded step sequence Maximum 2 jump combinations or sequences o Jump combination limited to 2 jumps. One 3 jump combination is allowed o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an axel Max Level: 1 type jump. *Denotes required element Last updated 8/19/2019 Effective: September 1, 2019 2019-2020 Excel Program Requirements While the updated 2019-20 Excel Free skate Chart becomes effective September 1, 2019, please note that fall of 2019 competitions may have been sanctioned prior to release of the chart. If the 2018-19 Excel Free skate Chart is referenced in the competition announcement, that is the chart that will be followed for that competition. Skaters must compete at their free skate test level or one level higher. Excel Juvenile Maximum 5 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: All single jumps allowed, including Axel 1 spin combination, with or without Choreographic Step Sequence* 2:20** +/- 10 sec o No double or higher jumps allowed change of foot* (ChSt) 2nd half bonus: 1:10** o Axel may be repeated once (but not more) as a solo jump or part of o Minimum 6 revolutions o Must fully utilize the ice a jump sequence or jump combination (maximum 2 single Axels) o Minimum 2 revolutions in each surface **Beginning Dec 1, 2019, program o Number of remaining single jumps is not limited provided the position length will be 2:30 +/- 10 sec and maximum number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded 1 spin with only 1 position* 2nd half bonus will begin at 1:15 Maximum 2 jump combinations or jump sequences o No change of foot o All single jumps, including the single Axel are allowed as part of a o Minimum 5 revolutions Must not have passed higher than jump combination or sequence (no double jumps) Both Spins may start with a flying entry U.S. Figure Skating juvenile free skate o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One 3-jump combination is Spins must be of a different character test allowed o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an axel Max Level: 2 Full U.S. Figure Skating membership type jump. required Excel Juvenile Plus Maximum 5 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: 1 must be an Axel-type jump* 1 spin combination, with or without Choreographic Step Sequence* 2:20** +/- 10 sec All single jumps, including the single Axel, allowed. change of foot* (ChSt) 2nd half bonus: 1:10** Only 2 different double jumps may be attempted (limited to double Salchow o Minimum 6 revolutions o Must fully utilize the ice and double toe loop) o Minimum 2 revolutions in each surface **Beginning Dec 1, 2019, program o Double loop, double flip, double Lutz, double Axel and higher jumps position length will be 2:30 +/- 10 sec and not allowed 1 spin with only 1 position* 2nd half bonus will begin at 1:15 o No double jump can be included more than twice, and if o No change of foot repeated, at least 1 attempt must be part of a jump o Minimum 5 revolutions Must not have passed higher than combination or sequence Both Spins may start with a flying entry U.S. Figure Skating juvenile free skate o Number of single jumps is not limited provided the maximum Spins must be of a different character test number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded Maximum 2 jump combinations or sequences o Jump combination limited to 2 jumps. One 3 jump combination is Full U.S. Figure Skating membership allowed required o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an axel Max Level: 2 type jump. Excel Intermediate Maximum 6 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: 1 must be an Axel-type jump* 1 spin combination, with or without Choreographic Step Sequence* 3:00 +/- 10 sec All single jumps, including the single Axel, allowed. change of foot* (ChSt) Only 2 different double jumps may be attempted (limited to double Salchow o Minimum 6 revolutions o Must fully utilize the ice 2nd half bonus: 1:30 and double toe loop) o Minimum 2 revolutions in each surface o Double loop, double flip, double Lutz, double Axel and higher jumps position not allowed 1 spin with only 1 position* Must not have passed higher o Single Axel and only 1 double jump may be repeated once (but o No change of foot than U.S. Figure Skating not more), and if repeated, must be part of a jump sequence or o Minimum 5 revolutions intermediate free skate test jump combination Both Spins may start with a flying entry o Number of single jumps is not limited provided the maximum Spins must be of a different character Full U.S. Figure Skating number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded membership required Maximum 3 jump combinations or sequences o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One 3 jump combination is permitted. o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an axel Max Level: 3 type jump. *Denotes required element Last updated 8/19/2019 Effective: September 1, 2019 2019-2020 Excel Program Requirements While the updated 2019-20 Excel Free skate Chart becomes effective September 1, 2019, please note that fall of 2019 competitions may have been sanctioned prior to release of the chart. If the 2018-19 Excel Free skate Chart is referenced in the competition announcement, that is the chart that will be followed for that competition. Skaters must compete at their free skate test level or one level higher. Excel Intermediate Maximum 6 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: 1 must be an Axel-type jump* 1 spin combination, with or without Choreographic Step Sequence* Plus All single jumps, including the single Axel, allowed. change of foot* (ChSt) 3:00 +/- 10 sec Only 3 different double jumps may be attempted (limited to double o Minimum 6 revolutions o Must fully utilize the ice Salchow, double toe loop, double loop and double flip) o Minimum 2 revolutions in each surface o Double Lutz, double Axel and higher jumps not allowed position 2nd half bonus: 1:30 o Only 2 different double jumps may be repeated once (but not 1 spin with only 1 position* more), and if repeated, must be part of a jump sequence or o No change of foot Must not have passed higher jump combination o Minimum 5 revolutions than U.S. Figure Skating o Number of single jumps is not limited provided the maximum Both Spins may start with a flying entry intermediate free skate test number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded Spins must be of a different character Maximum 3 jump combinations or sequences o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One 3 jump combination is Full U.S. Figure Skating permitted. membership required o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an axel type jump. Max Level: 3 Excel Novice Maximum 7 jump elements: Maximum 3 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: 1 must be an Axel-type jump* 1 spin combination, with or without One leveled step sequence* 3:30 +/- 10 sec All single jumps, including the single Axel, allowed. Double Salchow, double change of foot* o Only Minimum Variety toe loop, double loop, double flip allowed o Minimum 8 revolutions (5 turns) & Simple o Double Lutz, double Axel and higher jumps not allowed o Minimum 2 revolutions in each Variety (7 turns) and 2nd half bonus: 1:45 o No double jump can be included more than twice, and if position rotation in each repeated, at least 1 attempt must be as part of a jump 1 flying spin with no change of foot or direction covering at combination or sequence position* least 1/3 of the Must not have passed higher than U.S. o There is no limit to the number of single jumps that can be o Minimum 6 revolutions pattern in each Figure Skating novice free skate test repeated, but no allowable double jump can be included more than 3rd spin is option of skater direction will be twice evaluated for the level Full U.S. Figure Skating membership Maximum 3 jump combinations or sequences All spins may start with a flying entry o Must fully utilize the required ice surface o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One 3 jump combination Spins must be of a different character with a maximum of 3 jumps is allowed o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an axel Max Level: 3 Max Level: 2 type jump. Excel Junior Maximum 7 jump elements Maximum 3 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: 1 must be an Axel-type jump* 1 spin combination, with or without One leveled step sequence* 3:30 +/- 10 sec o All single and double jumps allowed, except the double Axel. change of foot* o Only Minimum Variety o Double Axel and higher jumps not allowed o Minimum 10 revolutions (5 turns) & Simple o No double jump can be included more than twice, and if repeated, o All 3 basic positions with Variety (7 turns) and 2nd half bonus: 1:45 at least 1 attempt must be as part of a jump combination or minimum 2 revolutions in each rotation in each sequence position for highest base value direction covering at Must not have passed higher o Maximum 3 jump combinations or sequences. Jump combinations 1 spin with a flying entry* least 1/3 of the than U.S. Figure Skating junior limited to 2 jumps. One 3-jump combination is allowed o Minimum 6 revolutions pattern in each free skate test o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an axel 1 spin with only one position* direction will be type jump. o Minimum 6 revolutions evaluated for the level All spins may change feet and start with a flying o Must fully utilize the entry ice surface Full U.S. Figure Skating Spins must be of a different character membership required Max Level: 4 Max Level: 2 *Denotes required element Last updated 8/19/2019 Effective: September 1, 2019 2019-2020 Excel Program Requirements While the updated 2019-20 Excel Free skate Chart becomes effective September 1, 2019, please note that fall of 2019 competitions may have been sanctioned prior to release of the chart. If the 2018-19 Excel Free skate Chart is referenced in the competition announcement, that is the chart that will be followed for that competition. Skaters must compete at their free skate test level or one level higher. Excel Senior Maximum 7 jump elements Maximum 3 spins: Maximum 2 Sequences: 1 must be an Axel-type jump* 1 spin combination, with or without One leveled step sequence* 4:00 +/- 10 sec o All single and double jumps allowed, including the double Axel. change of foot* o Max level 2. Only o Triple and higher jumps not allowed o Minimum 10 revolutions Minimum Variety (5 o No double jump can be included more than twice, and if repeated, o All 3 basic positions with turns) & Simple 2nd half bonus: 2:00 at least 1 attempt must be as part of a jump combination or minimum 2 revs in each Variety (7 turns) and sequence position for highest base value rotation in each Must have passed at least the U.S. o Maximum 3 jump combinations or sequences 1 spin with a flying entry* direction covering at Figure Skating junior free skate o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One 3-jump combination is o Minimum 6 revolutions least 1/3 of the test. allowed 1 spin with only one position* pattern in each o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an axel o Minimum 6 revolutions direction will be type jump. All spins may change feet and start with a flying evaluated for the level Full U.S. Figure Skating Must fully utilize the entry o membership required Spins must be of a different character ice surface Max Level: 2 Max Level: 4 One Choreographic Sequence* (ChSq) Must be clearly visible *Denotes required element Last updated 8/19/2019 Effective: September 1, 2019 2019-20 Singles Short Program Requirements – This chart reflects the rules currently in place for the 2019-20 season, which begins July 1, 2019. This includes any changes from the 2019 Governing Council. OPTIONAL FOR NONQUALIFYING COMPETITIONS – NOT A SEGMENT AT QUALIFYING COMPETITIONS (Juvenile events at regional championships, sectional championships and U.S. Championships will still consist of a free skate only.) Spin Combination Jump Combination JUVENILE and Spin Choreographic Step Single Single or Double Jump With only 1 change of foot OPEN Single/Double or Sequence or Only one position Min. 2 different basic positions. Must have JUVENILE Double May not repeat Axel jump or Double/Double No change of foot all 3 basic positions to receive full value. GIRLS/BOYS Fully utilizing the ice Axel jumps used in the combination May start with a fly No flying entry 2:10 max. May not repeat Axel jump or surface Min. 5 revs. Min. 5 revs. each foot solo jump performed Min. 2 revs in pos. REQUIREMENTS FOR NONQUALIFYING AND QUALIFYING COMPETITIONS Leveled Step Sequence Jump Combination Spin Max Level 2. Only Spin Combination Minimum Variety (5 turns) Double or Triple Jump Single/Double, Only one position or Simple Variety (7 turns) Single With only 1 change of foot INTERMEDIATE Double/Double, No change of foot & rotation in each direction or Min. 2 different basic positions. Must have LADIES/MEN Double May not repeat double Axel or Single/Triple, Double/Triple May start with a fly all 3 basic positions to receive full value. covering at least a 1/3 of 2:10 max. the triple jump used in the or Triple/triple Min. 5 revs. the pattern in total for each Axel No flying entry combination rotational direction will be Min. 5 revs. each foot May not repeat Axel jump or Men: Must be a camel evaluated for the level. Min. 2 revs in pos. solo jump performed spin Fully utilizing the ice surface Spin Combination Jump Combination Layback/Sideways Leaning, Single Double or Triple Jump With only 1 change of foot Leveled Step Sequence NOVICE Double/Double, Sit or Camel Spin or Min. 2 different basic positions. Must have LADIES Double May not repeat double Axel or Double/Triple or Triple/Triple all 3 basic positions to receive full value. Fully utilizing the ice 2:30 max. No change of foot Axel either jump in combo No flying entry surface May not repeat double Axel No flying entry Min. 5 revs. each foot or solo jump performed Min. 6 revs. Min. 2 revs in pos. Spin Combination Jump Combination Camel Spin Single Double or Triple Jump With only 1 change of foot Leveled Step Sequence Double/Double, With only 1 change of NOVICE MEN or foot Min. 2 different basic positions. Must have Double/Triple or Triple/Triple 2:30 max. Double May not repeat double Axel or all 3 basic positions to receive full value. Fully utilizing the ice No change of position Axel either jump in combo No flying entry surface May not repeat Double Axel No flying entry Min. 5 revs. each foot or solo jump performed Min. 5 revs. each foot Min. 2 revs in pos. This chart highlights the elements in each program. It is not meant to replace the reading of the rules in the current version of the U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook. Should this chart disagree with the current U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook in any aspect, the rulebook takes precedence. Singles Short Program 2019-20 Version 2.0 – 5/30/19 JN 2019-20 Singles Short Program Requirements – This chart reflects the rules currently in place for the 2019-20 season, which begins July 1, 2019. This includes any changes from the 2019 Governing Council. REQUIREMENTS FOR NONQUALIFYING AND QUALIFYING COMPETITIONS Flying Sit Layback/ Spin Combination JUNIOR Jump Combination Spin Sideways LADIES Leveled Step Leaning or Camel With only 1 change of foot Double or Triple Loop Double/Double, Sequence 2:40 +/- 10 sec Double Flying pos. Spin without Min. 2 different basic positions. Must have Double/Triple or Triple/Triple Axel may be change of foot all 3 basic positions to receive full value. nd Fully utilizing 2 half bonus: different than No flying entry May not repeat Double Axel the ice surface 1:20 landing pos. No flying entry Min. 6 revs. each foot or solo jump performed Min. 8 revs. Min. 8 revs. Min. 2 revs in pos. Flying Sit Spin Combination Camel Spin JUNIOR MEN Jump Combination Spin Leveled Step Double With only 1 change of foot 2:40 +/- 10 sec Double or Triple Loop With only 1 Sequence or Double/Triple or Triple/Triple Flying pos. Min. 2 different basic positions. Must have change of foot nd Triple may be all 3 basic positions to receive full value. 2 half bonus: No flying entry Fully utilizing Axel May not repeat Axel jump or different than No flying entry 1:20 Min. 6 revs. each the ice surface solo jump performed landing pos. Min. 6 revs. each foot foot Min. 8 revs. Min. 2 revs in pos. Layback/ Spin Combination SENIOR Flying Spin Sideways Jump Combination LADIES Landing Leaning, Sit or Leveled Step Double Any Triple Jump With only 1 change of foot position Camel Spin Sequence 2:40 +/- 10 sec or Double/Triple or Triple/Triple Min. 2 different basic positions. Must have different than without change Triple May not repeat Triple Axel or all 3 basic positions to receive full value. nd spin in 1 of foot Fully utilizing 2 half bonus: Axel either jump in combo May not repeat Axel jump or No flying entry position the ice surface 1:20 solo jump performed Min. 6 revs. each foot Min. 8 revs. No flying entry Min. 2 revs in pos. Min. 8 revs. Flying Spin Spin Combination Jump Combination Sit or Camel Spin SENIOR MEN Any Triple or Leveled Step Double Landing With only 1 change of foot 2:40 +/- 10 sec Quadruple Jump Double/Triple, Triple/Triple, With only 1 Sequence or position Min. 2 different basic positions. Must have Quad/Double, or Quad/Triple change of foot nd Triple different than all 3 basic positions to receive full value. 2 half bonus: May not repeat Triple Axel or No flying entry Fully utilizing Axel spin in 1 No flying entry 1:20 either jump in combo May not repeat Axel jump or Min. 6 revs. each the ice surface position Min. 6 revs. each foot solo jump performed foot Min. 8 revs. Min. 2 revs in pos. This chart highlights the elements in each program. It is not meant to replace the reading of the rules in the current version of the U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook. Should this chart disagree with the current U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook in any aspect, the rulebook takes precedence. Singles Short Program 2019-20 Version 2.0 – 5/30/19 JN 2019-20 Singles Free Skating Requirements – This chart reflects the rules currently in place for the 2019-20 season, which begins July 1, 2019. This includes any changes from the 2019 Governing Council. 2019-20 JUMP ELEMENTS SPINS STEP SEQUENCES Max 5 Jump Elements Max 2 Spins Max 1 Sequence • All single jumps allowed except for the single Axel • Spins may change feet and/or position • Step Sequence o No single Axels, double, triple or quadruple jumps allowed • Spins may start with a flying entry o Must use one-half the o Number of single jumps (except single Axels) is not limited provided the maximum • Min 3 revs. ice surface NO TEST number of jump elements allowed is not exceeded o Moves in the field and • Max 2 jump combinations or jump sequences These spins must be of a different character spiral sequences are 1:40 maximum o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except that one 3-jump combination with a (See U.S. Figure Skating rule 6103 (E)) allowed but will not be maximum of 3 single jumps is allowed counted as elements o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an Axel-type jump o Jumps may be included (waltz jump). in the step sequence If IJS is used, then: ChSt Max 5 Jump Elements Max 2 Spins Max 1 Sequence • All single jumps, including the single Axel, allowed • Spins may change feet and/or position • Step Sequence o No double, triple or quadruple jumps allowed • Spins may start with a flying entry o Must use one-half the o Axel may be repeated once as a solo jump or part of a jump sequence or jump • Min 3 revs. ice surface PRE- combination (maximum of 2 single Axels) o Moves in the field and PRELIMINARY o Number of single jumps is not limited provided the maximum number of jump These spins must be of a different character spiral sequences are elements allowed is not exceeded (See U.S. Figure Skating rule 6103 (E)) allowed but will not be 1:40 maximum • Max 2 jump combinations or jump sequences counted as elements o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except that one 3-jump combination with a o Jumps may be included maximum of 3 single jumps is allowed in the step sequence o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an Axel-type jump. If IJS is used, then: ChSt Max 5 Jump Elements Max 2 Spins Max 1 Sequence • 1 must be an Axel-type jump or a waltz jump* • Spins may change feet and/or position • Step Sequence • All single jumps, including the single Axel, allowed. Only 2 different double jumps may • Spins may start with a flying entry o Must use one-half the PRELIMINARY be attempted (limited to double Salchow, double toe loop and double loop) • Min 3 revs. ice surface o Double flip, double Lutz, double Axel, triple and quadruple jumps not allowed o Moves in the field and o An Axel plus up to two different, allowable double jumps may be repeated once spiral sequences are 1:30 +/- 10 sec (but not more) as solo jumps or part of a jump sequence or jump combination These spins must be of a different character allowed but will not be o Number of single jumps is not limited provided the maximum number of jump (See U.S. Figure Skating rule 6103 (E)) counted as elements *means element elements allowed is not exceeded o Jumps may be included is required • Max 2 jump combinations or sequences in the step sequence o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except that one three jump combination with If IJS is used, then: ChSt a maximum of 2 double jumps and 1 single jump is allowed o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an Axel-type jump. Max 5 Jump Elements Max 2 Spins Max 1 Sequence • 1 must be an Axel-type jump* • 1 spin combination, with or without change of • Step Sequence • All single and double jumps allowed except for the double Axel foot* o Must fully utilize the ice PRE-JUVENILE o No double Axels, triple or quadruple jumps allowed o Min 6 revs surface o An Axel plus up to 3 different double jumps may be repeated once (but no more) • 1 spin with only 1 position* o Moves in the field and 2:00 +/- 10 sec as solo jumps or part of a jump sequence or jump combination o No change of foot spiral sequences are o Number of single jumps is not limited provided the maximum number of jump o Min 4 revs allowed but will not be elements allowed is not exceeded Both spins may start with a flying entry counted as elements *means element • Max 2 jump combinations or sequences These spins must be of a different character o Jumps may be included is required (See U.S. Figure Skating rule 6103 (E)) in the step sequence o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except that one 3-jump combination with a maximum of 2 double jumps and 1 single jump is allowed If IJS is used, then: ChSt o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an Axel-type jump. This chart highlights the elements in each program. It is not meant to replace the reading of the rules in the current version of the U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook. Should this chart disagree with the current U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook in any aspect, the rulebook takes precedence. Singles 2019-20 FS Elements Version 5.0 – 7/22/19 JN 2019-20 Singles Free Skating Requirements – This chart reflects the rules currently in place for the 2019-20 season, which begins July 1, 2019. This includes any changes from the 2019 Governing Council. 2019-20 JUMP ELEMENTS SPINS STEP SEQUENCES JUVENILE and Max 5 Jump Elements Max 2 Spins Max 1 Sequence OPEN • 1 must be an Axel-type jump* • 1 spin combination; with or without change • One choreographic step JUVENILE • All single and double jumps, including the double Axel, and one triple jump are allowed of foot* sequence* GIRLS & BOYS o No additional triple jumps and no quadruple jumps are allowed o Min 8 revs o Must fully utilize the ice o No more than 3 different double jumps may be repeated and, if repeated, at least o Min 2 revs in each position surface one attempt must be in a jump combination or a jump sequence • 1 spin with only 1 position; no change of 2:20** +/- 10 sec If both executions (of the double) are as solo jumps, the second of these jumps foot* nd will receive 70% of its original base value o Min 5 revs 2 half bonus: o No double jump can be included more than twice. The triple jump can only be Both spins may start with a flying entry 1:10** included once. Spins must be of a different character • Max 2 jump combinations or sequences (See U.S. Figure Skating rule 6103 (E)) *means element o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps, except one 3-jump combination with a is required maximum of 2 double jumps and 1 single jump is allowed. If double Axel or triple jump is part of 3-jump combination, then 2 other double jumps may be included. o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an Axel-type jump. **Beginning Dec. 1, 2019, program length will be 2:30 +/- 10 sec and 2nd half bonus will begin at 1:15 Max 6 Jump Elements Max 2 Spins Max 1 Sequence INTERMEDIATE • 1 must be an Axel-type jump* • 1 spin combination; with or without change • One leveled step LADIES & MEN • All single, double and triple jumps allowed. No quadruple jumps allowed. of foot* sequence* o No more than 2 different jumps with 2 ½ or 3 revolutions may be repeated o Min 8 revs o Max Level 2. Only o If any double or triple jumps, including double Axel, are repeated, at least one o Min 2 revs in each position Minimum Variety (5 turns) 3:00 +/- 10 sec & Simple Variety (7 turns) attempt must be part of a jump combination or sequence • 1 spin with only 1 position; no change of and rotation in each 2 nd half bonus: If both executions (of the double or triple) are as solo jumps, the second of foot* direction covering at least these jumps will receive 70% of its original base value o Min 5 revs 1/3 of the pattern in each 1:30 o No double or triple jump can be included more than twice Both spins may start with a flying entry direction will be evaluated • Max 3 jump combinations or sequences Spins must be of a different character for the level. *means element o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one 3-jump combination is allowed (See U.S. Figure Skating rule 6103 (E)) o Must fully utilize the ice is required o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an Axel-type jump. surface Max 7 Jump Elements Max 3 Spins Max 1 Sequence • 1 must be an Axel-type jump* • 1 spin combination; with or without change • One leveled step • All single, double and triple jumps are allowed. No quadruple jumps allowed. of foot* sequence* NOVICE o No more than 1 double Axel and 2 different triple jumps may be repeated and, if o Min 10 revs o Must fully utilize the ice LADIES & MEN repeated, at least 1 attempt must be part of a jump combination or sequence. o Min 2 revs in each position surface If both executions (of the double Axel or same triple) are as solo jumps, the • 1 flying spin with no change of foot or 3:30 +/- 10 sec second of these jumps will receive 70% of its original base value position* o There is no limit to the number of different double jumps that can be repeated, but o Min 6 revs nd no double or triple jump can be included more than twice • 3rd spin is option of skater 2 half bonus: 1:45 • Max 3 jump combinations or sequences o Min 6 revs if one position spin o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one 3-jump combination is allowed o Min 10 revs in combination o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an Axel-type jump. All spins may start with a flying entry *means element Spins must be of a different character is required (See U.S. Figure Skating rule 6103 (E)) This chart highlights the elements in each program. It is not meant to replace the reading of the rules in the current version of the U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook. Should this chart disagree with the current U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook in any aspect, the rulebook takes precedence. Singles 2019-20 FS Elements Version 5.0 – 7/22/19 JN 2019-20 Singles Free Skating Requirements – This chart reflects the rules currently in place for the 2019-20 season, which begins July 1, 2019. This includes any changes from the 2019 Governing Council. 2019-20 JUMP ELEMENTS SPINS STEP SEQUENCES Max 7 Jump Elements Max 3 Spins Max 1 Sequence JUNIOR • 1 must be an Axel-type jump* • 1 spin combination; with or without change of • One leveled step LADIES & MEN foot* sequence* • Jumps can contain any number of revolutions o Of all the triples and quads, only 2 can be executed twice o Min 10 revs o Must fully utilize the 3:30 +/- 10 sec If both executions (of the same triple or quad) are as solo jumps, the second o All 3 basic positions with min 2 revs in each ice surface of these jumps will receive 70% of its original base value position for highest base value nd 2 half bonus: o No double jump, including double Axel, can be included more than twice • 1 spin with a flying entry* 1:45 in total as solo jump or part of a combination/sequence o Min 6 revs • Max 3 jump combinations or sequences • 1 spin with only 1 position* *means o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one 3-jump combination is allowed o Min 6 revs o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an Axel-type jump. All spins may change feet and start with a flying entry element is Spins must be of a different character required (See U.S. Figure Skating rule 6103 (E)) Max 7 Jump Elements Max 3 Spins Max 2 Sequences SENIOR • 1 must be an Axel-type jump* • 1 spin combination; with or without change of foot* • One leveled step LADIES & MEN o Min 10 revs sequence* • Jumps can contain any number of revolutions o Of all the triples and quads, only 2 can be executed twice o All 3 basic positions with min 2 revs in each o Must fully utilize the 4:00 +/- 10 sec Of the 2 repetitions only 1 can be a quad jump. Only 1 quad jump position for highest base value ice surface can be repeated. • 1 spin with a flying entry* nd 2 half bonus: If both executions (of the same triple or quad) are as solo jumps, the second o Min 6 revs • One choreographic 2:00 of these jumps will receive 70% of its original base value • 1 spin with only 1 position* sequence* o No double jump, including double Axel, can be included more than twice o Min 6 revs o Must be clearly *means in total as solo jump or part of a combination/sequence All spins may change feet and start with a flying entry visible • Max 3 jump combinations or sequences Spins must be of a different character element is o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one 3-jump combination is allowed (See U.S. Figure Skating rule 6103 (E)) required o Jump sequence is any listed jump immediately followed by an Axel-type jump. This chart highlights the elements in each program. It is not meant to replace the reading of the rules in the current version of the U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook. Should this chart disagree with the current U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook in any aspect, the rulebook takes precedence. Singles 2019-20 FS Elements Version 5.0 – 7/22/19 JN Compulsory Events 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 • March followed by a two-foot glide and dip Snowplow 1:00 max. • Forward two-foot swizzles, 2-3 in a row Sam • Forward snowplow stop • Backward wiggles, 2-6 in a row • Forward two-foot glide and dip Basic 1 1:00 max. • 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 • Forward one-foot glide (no variations), either foot Basic 2 1:00 max. • 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 • Beginning forward stroking showing correct use of blade Basic 3 1:00 max. • 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 • Forward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise Basic 4 1:00 max. • 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 • Backward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise • Backward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, clockwise and counterclockwise Basic 5 1:00 max. • Forward outside three-turn, right and left • Advanced two-foot spin, minimum 4 revolutions • Hockey stop • Forward inside three-turn, right and left Basic 6 1:00 max. • 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 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 • 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 Pre-Free Skate 1:15 max. 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 • Forward stroking, 4-6 consecutive powerful strokes Free Skate 1 1:15 max. • 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 • Alternating forward outside spiral (right and left) and forward inside spiral Free Skate 2 1:15 max. (right and left) on a continuous axis • Backward inside three-turns, right and left • Beginning back spin- maximum 2 revolutions • Half Lutz • Salchow jump • Alternating Mohawk/crossover sequence, right to left and left to right Free Skate 3 1:15 max. • 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 • Forward power 3's, 2-3 consecutive sets, right or left Free Skate 4 1:15 max. • Sit spin - minimum 3 revolutions • Half loop jump • Flip jump • Backward outside three-turn, Mohawk (backward power three-turn), both Free Skate 5 1:15 max. directions • Camel spin - minimum 3 revolutions • Waltz jump-loop jump combination • Lutz jump • Forward power pulls, minimum 3 on each foot Free Skate 6 1:15 max. • Camel, sit spin combination - minimum of 4 revolutions total • Waltz jump, ½ loop, Salchow jump sequence • Beginning Axel jump ADULT 1-6 AND INTRODUCTORY COMPULSORY General event parameters: • The skating order of the elements is optional. • Element may only be attempted once • To be skated in program format with limited connecting steps • To be skated on ½ ice • A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element MISSING, REPEATED or from a higher level Level Time Elements • Forward Marching Adult 1 1:30 • Forward two-foot glide MAX • Forward swizzle (4-6 in a row) • Forward snowplow stop – two feet or one foot • Forward skating across the width of the ice Adult 2 1:30 • Forward one-foot glides MAX • Forward slalom • Backward skating • Backward swizzles, 4-6 in a row • Forward stroking using the blade properly Adult 3 1:30 • Forward half-swizzle pumps on the circle, 6 to 8 in a row, clockwise and counterclockwise MAX • Forward chasses on a circle, clockwise and counterclockwise • Backward skating to a long two-foot glide • Backward snowplow stop, Right and Left • Forward outside edge on a circle, right and left Adult 4 1:30 • Forward inside edge on a circle, right and left MAX • Forward crossovers, clockwise and counterclockwise • Hockey stop, both directions • Backward one-foot glides, right and left • Backward outside edge on a circle, right and left Adult 5 1:30 • Backward inside edge on a circle, right and left MAX • Backward crossovers, clockwise and counterclockwise • Forward outside three-turn, right and left • Beginning two-foot spin (min 2 revs) • Forward stroking with crossover end patterns Adult 6 1:30 • Backward stroking with crossover end patterns MAX • Forward inside three-turn, right and left • T-stop • Lunge • Two-foot spin into one-foot spin (min 2 revs on 1 foot) • Mazurka Adult 1:30 • Waltz jump Beginner MAX • 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 inside and outside edges across the width of the ice (one inside edge on each foot and one outside edge on each foot) • Waltz jump Adult 1:30 • ½ flip High MAX • Forward upright spin (Min. 2 revolutions) Beginner • Backward outside 3-turn right and left • Alternating right and left backward outside and inside edges across the width of the ice (one inside edge on each foot and one outside edge on each foot) Compete USA competitions may include through the Adult Bronze compulsory level. This chart can be found on the nonqualifying competition announcement page; Compulsory Moves – Singles; Adult Compulsory Moves (NQ). U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions EVENT: Adult Compulsory Moves General event parameters: 1. Beginner to Silver: Elements skated on ½ ice; Gold/Masters: Elements skated on full-ice 2. Elements may be performed only once 3. Music is not allowed 4. Minimum number of revolutions is noted in parentheses Level Time Elements • Mazurka Adult Beginner 1:30 MAX • Waltz jump • 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 inside and outside edges across the width of the ice (one inside edge on each foot and one outside edge on each foot) • Waltz jump Adult High Beginner 1:30 MAX • ½ flip • Forward upright spin (Min. 2 revolutions) • Backward outside 3-turn right and left • Alternating right and left backward outside and inside edges across the width of the ice (one inside edge on each foot and one outside edge on each foot) • Single toe loop Adult Pre-Bronze 1:30 MAX • Jump combination or sequence consisting of half revolution jumps (½ flip, ½ Lutz, ½ loop, waltz), toe loop, or Salchow – maximum of 2 jumps in combination and 3 jumps in a sequence • Forward upright spin (Min. 3 revolutions) • 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 either direction • Forward spiral (any edge) • Single Salchow Adult Bronze 1:30 MAX • Jump combination or sequence consisting of ½ revolution jumps and/or full revolution jumps (no Lutz or Axel) – maximum 2 jumps in combination and 3 jumps in a sequence • Solo spin with no change of foot (min. 3 revolutions) • Backward inside 3-turn right and left • Spiral sequence (min. 2 spirals) • Single loop Adult Silver 1:30 MAX • Single/single jump combination • Solo spin with no change of foot (min. 3 revolutions) • Straight line step sequence • Single Lutz or Axel Adult Gold 1:30 MAX • Jump combination (Single/single, single/double, double/single) that may include any single jump, double Salchow, or double toe loop • Solo spin with no change of foot (min 4 revolutions) • Straight line step sequence • Choice of any solo jump (any single jump, double Salchow, double toe loop Masters 1:30 MAX or double loop allowed) Intermediate/Novice • Jump combination that may include any single jump, double Salchow, double toe loop or double loop • Solo spin of skater’s choice (min. 6 revolutions) • Straight line step sequence • Choice of any solo jump (all single and double jumps allowed) Masters Junior/Senior 1:30 MAX • Jump combination that may include any single or double jump • Solo spin of skater’s choice (min. 8 revolutions) • Straight line step sequence Adult Compulsory Moves 10/3/2019 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 • Toe loop jump Excel Beginner 1:15 max. • Salchow jump • One-foot upright spin - minimum 3 revolutions • Choreographic step sequence • Loop jump Excel High 1:15 max. • Salchow/toe loop combination Beginner • Sit spin - minimum 3 revolutions • Choreographic step sequence • Flip jump Excel Pre- 1:15 max. • Loop/loop jump combination Preliminary • Upright spin with change of foot – minimum 3 revolutions on each foot • Choreographic step sequence • Lutz jump Excel Preliminary 1:15 max. • Flip/loop jump combination • Camel, sit combination spin – minimum 6 revolutions total • Choreographic step sequence U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions EVENT: COMPULSORY MOVES General event parameters: 1. No Test – Pre-Juvenile: Elements skated on ½ ice 2. Juvenile – 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 • Loop jump No-Test 1:15 max. • 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 • Lutz jump Pre- 1:15 max. • Jump combination: single/single (no Axel) Preliminary • Spin with one change of position and no change of foot – minimum 6 revolutions total • Choreographic step sequence • Axel jump Preliminary 1:15 max. • 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 1. Axel or double Salchow Pre – 1:15 max. 2. Jump combination: single/single (may include Axel) Juvenile 3. Layback spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Step sequence – must include rotating in both directions 1. Double Salchow or double toe loop Juvenile & 1:15 max. 2. Jump combination: single/single or double/single Open Juv. 3. Layback spin or camel spin - minimum four revolutions 4. Step sequence – must include 3 difficult turns and rotating in both directions 1. Double Salchow, double toe loop or double loop Intermediate 1:30 max. 2. Jump combination: single/single or double/single, double/double 3. Flying spin, minimum five revolutions 4. Step sequence – must include 4 difficult turns and rotations in both directions 1. Double loop or double flip Novice 1:30 max. 2. Jump combination: double/single or double/double 3. Flying spin - minimum six revolutions 4. Step sequence – must include 5 difficult turns and rotations in both directions 1. Double flip or double Lutz Junior 1:30 max. 2. Jump combination: double/double or triple/double 3. Combination spin - minimum 10 revolutions all 3 basic positions required (min 5 on each foot) 4. Step sequence – must include 7 difficult turns and rotations in both directions 1. Double Lutz or double Axel Senior 1:30 max. 2. Jump combination: double/double or triple/double 3. Combination spin - all 3 basic positions required (min. 6 on each foot) 4. Step sequence – must include 7 difficult turns and rotations in both directions Jumps Event U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions EVENT: Jumps Challenge General event parameters: 1. Each jump may be attempted twice; the best attempt will be counted. 2. Pre-juvenile and lower will be skated ½ ice; Juvenile – senior will be skated on full ice Level Time Skating rules / standards 1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) Beginner 1:15 max. 2. ½ flip or ½ Lutz 3. Single Salchow 1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) High 1:15 max. 2. Single Salchow Beginner 3. Jump combination – waltz jump-toe loop 1. Single toe loop No-Test 1:15 max. 2. Single loop 3. Jump combination – Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel) 1. Single toe loop Pre – 1:15 max. 2. Single flip Preliminary 3. Jump combination - Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel) 1. Single flip Preliminary 1:15 max. 2. Single Lutz 3. Jump combination – Any single jump + single loop (may include Axel) 1. Single Axel or double Salchow Pre – 1:15 max. 2. Single or double jump Juvenile 3. Jump combination – single/single (may include Axel) 1. Single Axel Juvenile & 1:15 max. 2. Double Salchow or double toe loop Open Juv. 3. Jump combination – single/single or double/single (may include single Axel) 1. Single Axel Intermediate 1:30 max. 2. Double toe loop or double loop 3. Jump combination – double/single or double/double (may include single Axel) 1. Double loop Novice 1:30 max. 2. Double flip 3. Jump combination – double/double (may include double Axel) 1. Choice of double or triple jump (Salchow, toe loop, loop, Lutz) Junior 1:30 max. 2. Double or triple flip 3. Jump combination – double/double (may include double Axel) 1. Choice of double or triple jump (Salchow, toe loop, loop, flip) Senior 1:30 max. 2. Double or triple Lutz 3. Jump combination – double/double or triple/double (may include double Axel) U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions EVENT: Adult Jumps Challenge General event parameters: 1. Each jump may be attempted twice; the best attempt will be counted. 2. Adult silver and lower will be skated ½ ice; adult gold – masters junior/senior will be skated on full ice Level Time Elements Adult Beginner 1:00 1. Mazurka or ballet jump 2. Waltz jump Adult Pre-Bronze 1:00 1. 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 or waltz jump 2. Single Lutz 3. Jump combination that may include any single jump, double toe loop, or double Salchow. May include only one double jump. Masters 1:30 1. Single Axel or waltz jump Intermediate/Novice 2. Salchow (single or double), toe loop (single or double) or loop (single or double) 3. Jump combination that may include any single jump, double toe loop, double Salchow, or double loop Masters Junior/Senior 1:30 1. Loop jump (single or double) or flip jump (single or double) 2. Lutz (single or double) 3. Jump combination that may include any single or double jump Adult Jumps Challenge 10/3/2019 Spins Events U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions EVENT: 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. Only 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 1. Upright one-foot spin (3 revs) Beginner 1:30 max. 2. Upright back spin (3 revs) 3. Sit spin (3 revs) 1. Upright one-foot spin (4 revs) High 1:30 max. 2. Upright spin with change of foot (3 revs on each foot) Beginner 3. Sit spin (3 revs) 1. Upright spin with change of foot (3 revs on each foot) No-Test 1:30 max. 2. Sit spin (3 revs) 3. Camel spin (3 revs) 1. Spin with one change of position* and no change of foot (6 revs) Pre – 1:30 max. 2. Backward sit spin (3 revs) Preliminary 3. Camel spin (4 revs) 1. Spin with one change of foot and one change of position* (min. 3 Preliminary 1:30 max. revs each foot) 2. Combination sit spin with change of foot (min. 3 revs each foot) 3. One position spin – skater’s choice (upright, sit or camel), (4 revs) 1. Backward entry Camel spin (4 revs) Pre – 1:30 max. 2. Combination spin – All 3 basic positions are required (camel, sit, Juvenile upright), (2 revs in each position) 3. Forward to backward scratch spin (min 4 revs per foot) 1. Sit spin (4) Juvenile & 1:30 max. 2. Combination spin – with change of foot; all 3 basic positions required Open Juv. 2 revs in each position (min. 4 revs per foot) 3. Girls – layback spin (6 revs); Boys – camel spin (5 revs) 1. Flying camel spin-basic camel position required (5 revs) Intermediate 1:30 max. 2. Sit spin to backward sit spin-basic sit position required (4 revs per foot) 3. Combination spin – change of foot & all 3 basic positions required (2 revs in each position & min 5 revs per foot) 1. Illusion to back scratch spin; may change feet (6 revs) Novice 1:30 max. 2. Camel spin to backward camel spin (4 revs per foot) 3. Combination spin – change of foot, all 3 basic positions required (2 revs in each position & min 6 revs per foot) 1. Flying sit spin or flying reverse sit spin (6 revs) Junior 1:30 max. 2. Solo spin of choice – may not fly (8 revs) 3. Combination spin – with change of foot, all 3 basic positions required (2 revs in each position & min 6 revs per foot) 1. Flying spin of choice (8 revs) Senior 1:30 max. 2. Solo spin of choice (8 revs) – may not fly 3. Combination spin – with change of foot, all 3 basic positions required (2 revs in each position & min 6 revs per foot) * There are 3 basic spin positions: Upright, Sit and Camel. Any variation of these positions is still considered the same position (i.e. a broken leg spin is still a sit position. A camel-sit-broken leg spin has one change of position). 1/24/19 U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions 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. Only 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 1. Pivot Adult Beginner 1:30 max. 2. Upright two-foot spin (2 revs) Spins may not have a flying entry. If judged with IJS, max Level 1. Adult Pre-Bronze 1:30 max. 1. Upright one-foot spin (3 revs) 2. Upright two-foot spin (3 revs) Spins may not have a flying entry. If judged with IJS, max Level 1. Adult Bronze 1:30 max. 1. Upright one-foot spin (3 revs) 2. Solo spin with no change of foot (3 revs) - must be different from the upright spin Spins may not have a flying entry. If judged with IJS, max Level 1. Adult Silver 1:30 max. 1. Solo spin with no change of foot (3 revs) 2. Seconds solo spin, different from the first; change of foot optional (3 revs per foot) 3. Combination spin - with at least one change of position* and no change of foot (2 revs in each position) If judged with IJS, max Level 2. Adult Gold 1:30 max. 1. Solo spin with no change of foot (4 revs) 2. Second solo spin, different from the first; change of foot optional (4 revs per foot) 3. Combination spin - with change of foot and at least one change of position* (2 revs in each position and 4 revs per foot) If judged with IJS, max Level 3. Masters 1:30 max. 1. Solo spin (5 revs if one foot, 4 revs per foot if change of foot) Intermediate/Novice 2. Second solo spin, different from the first (5 revs if one foot, 4 revs per foot if change of foot) 3. Combination spin - with change of foot and at least one change of position* (2 revs in each position and 4 revs per foot) Masters Junior/Senior 1:30 max. 1. Solo spin (5 revs if one foot, 4 revs per foot if change of foot) 2. Second solo spin, different from the first (5 revs if one foot, 4 revs per foot if change of foot) 3. Combination spin - with change of foot and at least one change of position* (2 revs in each position and 4 revs per foot) * There are 3 basic spin positions: Upright, Sit and Camel. Any variation of these positions is still considered the same position (i.e. a broken leg spin is still a sit position. A camel-sit-broken leg spin has one change of position). Adult Spins Challenge 10/3/2019 SHOWCASE EVENTS U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions EVENT: Compete USA Showcase Events (Basic Skills) Format: Groups will be divided by number of entries and ages if possible. Skaters must enter at the same level as their free skate event or highest test level of skater’s in the group ensemble or production number. If a free skate event is not being entered, skaters must enter at their current test level or one level higher. Vocal music is permitted. 6.0 Judging will be used. Deductions will be made for skaters including technical elements not permitted in the event description. Showcase categories may include: • Levels can be subdivided, if necessary, depending on entry numbers and event set up • Dramatic entertainment: Showcase program utilizing intense emotional skating quality to depict choreographic theme. • Light entertainment: Showcase program emphasizing such choreographic expressive qualities such as comedy, love and mime while incorporating skating skills. • Duets: Theatrical/artistic performances by any competitors. • Mini production ensembles: Theatrical performances by three to seven competitors. • Production ensembles: Theatrical performances by eight to 30 skaters. Theater On Ice teams are eligible as production ensembles. NOTE: Skaters may enter only one each duet, mini production or production event. General event parameters: Show costumes are permitted, as long as they do not touch or drag on the ice. Props and scenery must be placed and removed by unaided singles and duet competitors within one minute and by unaided ensemble contestants within two minutes for setup and two minutes for removal. A 0.2 deduction will be assessed by the referee against each judge’s mark for each five seconds in excess of the time allowed for the performance, for handling props and scenery and for scenery assistance. Performances will be judged from an entertainment standpoint, for theatrical qualities. Technical skating skills and difficulty will not be rewarded as such; however, skating must be the major element of the performance and be of sufficient quality to support the selected theatrical elements. Unintended falls, poorly executed skating elements and obvious losses of control will reduce contestant’s marks. Jump difficulty is not rewarded in showcase; therefore jumps, if choreographed, should be performed with style, flow and confidence. Theatrical elements evaluated will include energy, poise, acting, pantomime, eye contact, choreography, form/extension and the use of props and ice. * For specific guidelines regarding the conduct of Showcase competitions, refer to the Nonqualifying Showcase Guidelines posted on www.usfigureskating.org. LEVEL ELEMENTS QUALIFICATIONS PROGRAM LENGTH May not have passed any higher than Basic 6 Basic 1-6 Elements only from Basic 1-6 curriculum Time: 1:00 max. level. Pre-Free Skate-Free Skate 3 jump maximum. ½ rotation jumps only, May not have passed any official U.S. Figure Time: 1:30 max. 6/ Beginner/High plus the following full rotation jumps: Skating free skate tests. Beginner/ Adult 1-6 Salchow and toe loop. No Test No prescribed or restricted elements May not have passed Pre-Preliminary free Time: 1:30 max. skate or any Free Dance tests. Pre-Preliminary No prescribed or restricted elements Must have passed no higher than U.S. Figure Time: 1:30 max. Skating Pre-Preliminary free skate test. Adult Pre-Bronze No prescribed or restricted elements Must have passed no higher than U.S. Figure Time: 1:40 max. Skating Adult pre-Bronze free skate test. Preliminary/ No prescribed or restricted elements Must have passed no higher than U.S. Figure Time: 1:40 max. Adult Bronze Skating Preliminary free skate or Adult Bronze Free Skate or Free Dance test. See National Showcase guidelines for more specific information regarding adults. Updated 1.4.19 U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions 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: 1. 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. 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. Light Entertainment Levels: Except for Adult events, skaters must compete at the highest level for which they qualify. Must meet requirements* Must not have passed Event Must have passed Free Skating or Dance Free Skate or Dance (solo or Age Time test (solo or partnered standard track) partnered) Test or higher No Test Pre-Preliminary Free Skate No minimum (does not qualify for No Free Skate test passed OR age 1:30 max National Showcase) (max age 20) Any Free Dance Pre-Preliminary Preliminary Free Skate No minimum (does not qualify for Pre-Preliminary Free Skate OR age 1:30 max National Showcase) (max age 20) Any Free Dance Pre Juvenile Free Skate No minimum Preliminary Preliminary Free Skate OR age 1:40 max Juvenile Free Dance (max age 20) Juvenile Free Skate No minimum Pre Juvenile Pre Juvenile Free Skate OR age 1:40 max Juvenile Free Dance (max age 20) Juvenile Free Skate Intermediate Free Skate Juvenile OR OR Under 13 2:10 max Juvenile Free Dance Intermediate Free Dance Juvenile Free Skate Intermediate Free Skate Teen OR OR 13-17 2:10 max Juvenile Free Dance Intermediate Free Dance Intermediate Free Skate Novice Free Skate Intermediate OR OR 17 and under 2:10 max Intermediate Free Dance Novice Free Dance Juvenile Free Skate Novice Free Skate Young Adult OR OR 18-20 2:10 max Juvenile Free Dance Novice Free Dance Novice Free Skate Junior Free Skate No age Novice OR OR 2:10 max restriction Novice Free Dance Junior Free Dance Last updated 11/28/2018 Junior Free Skate Senior Free Skate Junior OR OR 2:30 max Junior Free Dance Senior Free Dance Senior Free Skate Senior OR 2:30 max Senior Free Dance Must meet requirements* Must not have passed Must have passed Free Skate or Dance Free Skate or Dance Test (solo or Event Age Time Test (solo or partnered, standard, adult, or partnered; standard, adult, or masters masters track) track) or higher Adult Pre- Adult Bronze Free Skate Adult Pre-Bronze Free Skate Bronze Preliminary Free Skate 21 and older 1:40 max OR (does not qualify for OR National Showcase) Pre-Preiminary Free Skate Any Free Dance Adult Silver Free Skate Adult Bronze Free Skate Pre Juvenile Free Skate Preliminary Free Skate Adult Silver Free Dance Adult Bronze Juvenile Free Dance Intermediate Free Dance 21 and older 1:40 max OR Preliminary Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000) Pre-Bronze Dance Test (prior to 4/30/17) OR 3rd Figure (prior to 10/1/77) Adult Silver Free Skate Adult Gold Free Skate Juvenile Free Skate (prior to 10/1/94) Juvenile Free Skate (On/after 10/1/94) Pre Juvenile Free Skate Adult Gold Free Dance Adult Silver Free Dance Novice Free Dance Adult Silver 21 and older 1:40 max Intermediate Free Dance Bronze Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000) Preliminary Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000) OR OR 4th Figure (prior to 10/1/77) 3rd Figure (prior to 10/1/77) Adult Gold Free Skate Intermediate FS (on/after 10/1/91) Juvenile Free Skate Junior Free Dance Adult Gold Free Dance Adult Gold Silver Free Dance (Prior to 9/2/2000) 21 and older 1:40 max Novice Free Dance OR OR 5th Figure Test (prior to 10/1/77) 3rd Figure (prior to 10/1//77) Intermediate Free Skate Adult Gold Free Dance Junior Free Dance Masters Silver Free Dance (Prior to 9/2/2000) 21 and older 2:10 max 3rd Figure Test (prior to 10/1/77) OR 8th Figure Test (10/1/77-9/30/79) * 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. Last updated 11/28/2018 U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions 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. Dramatic programs should not be depressing. Even if the emotion is sadness, there should be an enlivened feeling given to the audience. • 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. Must meet requirements* Must not have passed Event Must have passed Free Skating or Dance Free Skate or Dance (solo or Age Time test (solo or partnered standard track) partnered) Test or higher No Test Pre-Preliminary Free Skate No minimum (does not qualify for No Free Skate test passed 1:30 max National Showcase) Any Free Dance (max age 20) Pre-Preliminary Preliminary Free Skate No minimum (does not qualify for Pre-Preliminary Free Skate 1:30 max National Showcase) Any Free Dance (max age 20) Pre Juvenile Free Skate No minimum Preliminary Preliminary Free Skate OR age 1:40 max Juvenile Free Dance (max age 20) Juvenile Free Skate No minimum Pre Juvenile Pre Juvenile Free Skate OR age 1:40 max Juvenile Free Dance (max age 20) Juvenile Free Skate Intermediate Free Skate Juvenile OR OR Under 13 2:10 max Juvenile Free Dance Intermediate Free Dance Juvenile Free Skate Intermediate Free Skate Teen OR OR 13-17 2:10 max Juvenile Free Dance Intermediate Free Dance Intermediate Free Skate Novice Free Skate Intermediate OR OR 17 and under 2:10 max Intermediate Free Dance Novice Free Dance Juvenile Free Skate Novice Free Skate Young Adult OR OR 18-20 2:10 max Juvenile Free Dance Novice Free Dance Last updated 11/28/2018 Novice Free Skate Junior Free Skate Novice OR OR 2:10 max Novice Free Dance Junior Free Dance Junior Free Skate Senior Free Skate Junior OR OR 2:30 max Junior Free Dance Senior Free Dance Senior Free Skate Senior OR 2:30 max Senior Free Dance Must meet requirements* Must not have passed Must have passed Free Skate or Dance Free Skate or Dance Test (solo or Event Age Time Test (solo or partnered, standard, adult, or partnered; standard, adult, or masters masters track) track) or higher Adult Pre- Adult Bronze Free Skate Adult Pre-Bronze Free Skate Bronze Preliminary Free Skate 21 and older 1:40 max OR (does not qualify for OR National Showcase) Pre-Preiminary Free Skate Any Free Dance Adult Silver Free Skate Adult Bronze Free Skate Pre Juvenile Free Skate Preliminary Free Skate Adult Silver Free Dance Adult Bronze Juvenile Free Dance Intermediate Free Dance 21 and older 1:40 max OR Preliminary Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000) Pre-Bronze Dance Test (prior to 4/30/17) OR 3rd Figure (prior to 10/1/77) Adult Silver Free Skate Adult Gold Free Skate Juvenile Free Skate (prior to 10/1/94) Juvenile Free Skate (On/after 10/1/94) Pre Juvenile Free Skate Adult Gold Free Dance Adult Silver Free Dance Novice Free Dance Adult Silver 21 and older 1:40 max Intermediate Free Dance Bronze Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000) Preliminary Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000) OR OR 4th Figure (prior to 10/1/77) 3rd Figure (prior to 10/1/77) Adult Gold Free Skate Intermediate FS (on/after 10/1/91) Juvenile Free Skate Junior Free Dance Adult Gold Free Dance Adult Gold Silver Free Dance (Prior to 9/2/2000) 21 and older 1:40 max Novice Free Dance OR OR 5th Figure Test (prior to 10/1/77) 3rd Figure (prior to 10/1//77) Intermediate Free Skate Adult Gold Free Dance Junior Free Dance Masters Silver Free Dance (Prior to 9/2/2000) 21 and older 2:10 max 3rd Figure Test (prior to 10/1/77) OR 8th Figure Test (10/1/77-9/30/79) * 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 Learn to Skate 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. Last updated 11/28/2018
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