THE AMHERST SKATING CLUB

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THE AMHERST SKATING CLUB
Presents the
28th ANNUAL AMHERST INVITATIONAL
And Basic Skills Competition
SATURDAY & SUNDAY
November 14 & 15, 2015
To be held at:
The Northtown Center at Amherst
1615 Amherst Manor Dr.
Williamsville, New York 14221
Sanctioned by US Figure Skating
Sanctioned by Skate Canada
Entry Deadline: (Postmarked by) September 23, 2015 October 23, 2015
APPLICATIONS AND INFORMATION AVAILABLE ON-LINE AT: www.amherstskatingclub.org
“Event- ASC Invitational” Section
USFS rules for non-qualifying competitions, as set forth in the 2015 - 2016 US Figure Skating Rulebook, shall apply. The
International Judging System (IJS) will be used for all short programs and Juvenile through Senior Freestyle events
(except Open Juvenile). The 6.0 Judging System will be used for all other events.
The Amherst Skating Club
28 ANNUAL INVITATIONAL COMPETITION
November 14-15, 2015
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FACILITIES
The competition will be held at the Northtown Center at Amherst (formerly The Pepsi Center), 1615 Amherst
Manor Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221, on the Feature rink surface of 85’ x 200’. The Olympic rink, with a
surface of 100’ x 200’, may also be used. A restaurant, snack bar, and dressing rooms are available.
Directions to the rink can be found at: www.arenamaps.com.
ELIGIBILITY:
Amateur skaters who are current members in good standing with US Figure Skating or members of an
accredited basic skills program. Eligibility is based on age and USFS tests passed as of September 23, 2015
(close of entries). This USFS-sanctioned competition will be conducted according to the rules of US Figure
Skating governing non-qualifying competitions as set forth in the 2015 - 2016 US Figure Skating Rulebook.
The 6.0 system of judging will be used. The International judging system will be used for Juvenile through
Senior, and Adult Masters International Judging System events.
All professional coaches wishing to enter skaters into this USFS-sanctioned non-qualifying event must be
registered following the Coaches Registration Process, as per USFS requirement.
ENTRIES:
Skaters may not compete in more than one category of a given event, except for solo dance. For all events
where permitted by USFS, male and female skaters may compete against each other if there are insufficient
entries to hold a separate event. Skaters may skate up one level in any event, but may not skate below their
test level. The competition committee reserves the right to limit the size of each event, to cancel any event with
less than two entrants (with refund of entry fee), and to combine or divide groups as necessary. Entries must
be filled out completely and legibly to be accepted and postmarked no later than September 23, 2015.
Entries should be mailed to: The Amherst Skating Club
1615 Amherst Manor Drive
Amherst, NY 14221
Attn: 2015 Invitational Chair
For information or questions please e-mail: info@amherstskatingclub.org
Attn: Competition Chair
ENTRYEEZE:
Entries may also be submitted through ENTRYEEZE. Please go to www.entryeeze.com to find our
competition. A direct link is also posted to on our website at www.amherstskatingclub.org. The deadline for
ENTRYEEZE submissions is September 23, 2015.
ENTRY FEES
Entry fees must accompany application. Checks or money orders must be in U.S. FUNDS ONLY and made
payable to the Amherst Skating Club. Late applications are subject to a $25.00 late fee and will only be
accepted upon approval of the competition chair. Please Note: No refunds will be issued after the close of
entries (including medical) unless an event has been cancelled. Returned checks are subject to a $25.00 fee.
Entry fees are as follows:
$75 for EACH IJS program event (Long or Short)
$65 for first 6.0 event
$20 per additional event
$45 per team (for team events, please see separate form)
$25 for 1st Basic Skills Event; $15 for 2nd Basic Skills Event
PRACTICE ICE
Practice ice may be available for purchase pending the schedule of events. Dates and available times will be
posted on www.amherstskatingclub.org.
LIABILITY
US Figure Skating, The Amherst Skating Club, and the Northtown Center accept no responsibility for injury or
damage sustained by any participant in the competition. This is in accordance with Rule 1600 of the official US
Figure Skating rulebook.
REGISTRATION
A registration desk will be open throughout the competition. Competitors should register promptly upon their
arrival and submit their music during registration. Skaters should arrive at the rink at least one hour PRIOR to
their event’s start time. Events will not be delayed for skaters arriving late.
MUSIC
Each competitor must supply his/her own music on a CD (No CD-RW’s, MP3’s, or music upload systems) for
the freestyle, short program, and showcase events. Only 1 track should be on each CD. CD’s should be clearly
labeled with skater’s name and event. Music is to be turned in at the registration desk and will be available at
the registration desk for pick up after the event. Skaters are urged to bring TWO CD’s per program event. The
Amherst Skating Club is not responsible for CD’s left after the close of the competition.
AWARDS
Medals will be given for 1 st, 2nd and 3rd places. Ribbons will be awarded for 4 th and 5th places. Award
ceremonies will take place at posted times throughout the competition. Awards will also be available
immediately after the event has been posted for pick up. You can sign for and pick up awards at the awards
table adjacent to registration.
RESULTS
Flight packets for IJS events will be available for $5.00.
registration table after each event for $0.25 per copy.
Results for 6.0 events will be available at the
JUDGING SYSTEM
The International Judging System (IJS) will be used in calculating the official results for Juvenile- Senior
singles short and long program events (excluding Open Juvenile) and Adult Masters events. The “6.0”
judging system will be used for all remaining events and levels. You should expect additional time needed by
accounting to process and post event results.
The international Judging System (IJS) will be used for the following events:
 Well Balanced Program free skate events- Juvenile through Senior
 Short Program events- Juvenile through Senior
 Adult Masters Intermediate/ Novice and Junior/ Senior
The 6.0 Majority Judging will be used for the following events:
 Well Balanced Program free skate events- Beginner through Pre- Juvenile and Open Juvenile
 All Test Track events
 Adult Pre-Bronze through Gold free skate events
 All Compulsory Moves, Jumps, Spins, Footwork, Showcase, Interpretive and Dance events
Skaters participating in IJS events must complete planned program content sheets for their long and short
programs. The PPCS is to be completed online no later than September 23, 2015. PPC sheets can be
entered via the USFS “Members Only” website or through Entryeeze registration. For those who do not
submit the planned program content sheet online by September 23rd, a $25 processing fee will be
incurred. Once entered, PPCS may be updated online at any time as often as is desired without cost-but
no later than November 1, 2015. Please note, any USFS member that submits a PPCS by paper,
regardless of date, will incur a $25 processing fee. Skate Canada members competing in IJS events will
need to submit a paper PPCS with their application or through Entryeeze. The PPCS is included at
the end of this packet. Skate Canada members WILL NOT be charged the $25 processing fee if a
paper PPCS is submitted. To find the PPCS go to www.usfigureskating.org; Click on Members Only and
Log in with your USFS PPCS form # and password.
SKATE CANADA EQUIVALENTS
U.S. Figure Skating and Skate Canada Equivalents for Free Skating
US Figure Skating
Skate Canada
Beginner/High Beginner
Have not completed any Skate
Canada Tests
Pre Preliminary
Pre Preliminary – Not passed
complete Preliminary
Freeskate test
Preliminary
Preliminary Freeskate
Pre-Juvenile
No actual equivalent, Junior
Bronze Freeskate Test is
closest
Juvenile
Junior Bronze Freeskate
Intermediate
Senior Bronze Freeskate
Novice
Junior Silver Freeskate
Junior
Senior Silver Freeskate
Senior
Gold Freeskate
SCHEDULE
As soon as possible after the entry deadline, a TENTATIVE SCHEDULE will be posted on the Amherst Skating
Club web site: www.amherstskatingclub.org. No schedule times will be given out over the phone.
The schedule and event listings will also be posted to ENTRYEEZE.
ACCOMMODATIONS
HOST HOTEL: Buffalo Marriott Niagara
1340 Millersport Highway, Amherst, NY 14221
** $99 per night competition rate!
716-689-6900
Get more information on area attractions from the Buffalo Niagara Convention and Visitors Bureau at
www.buffalocvb.org.
INQUIRIES
For further information, the preferred method of contact is by e-mail: info@amherstskatingclub.org
If e-mail is not accessible, please call the ASC office at 716-634-3887.
U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions
EVENT: Test Track Free Skate
General event parameters:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Skaters may not enter both a Well-Balanced Free Skate event and a Test Track Free Skate event at the same
nonqualifying competition.
Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels.
Level will be determined by the highest Free Skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have
passed, or “skate up” to one level higher.
Minimum number of spin revolutions are in ( ) following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position.
The 6.0 Judging System will be utilized for all events
The following deductions will be taken:
0.1 from each mark for each technical element included that is not permitted in the event description.
0.2 from the technical mark for each extra element included.
0.1 from the technical mark for any spin that is less than the required minimum revolutions.
Level
Jumps
Spins
Step Sequences
Qualifications
Pre-Preliminary
Maximum of 5 jump elements:

Jumps with not more
than one-half rotation
Maximum of 2 spins:

Two spins of a
different nature,
one position only.
No change of foot,
no flying entry. (Min.
3 revolutions)
Connecting
moves and steps
should be
demonstrated
throughout the
program
Skaters may not
have passed tests
higher than U.S.
Figure Skating
pre-preliminary
free skate test
Connecting
moves and steps
should be
demonstrated
throughout the
program
Skaters must have
passed at least
the U.S. Figure
Skating prepreliminary free
skate test but
may not have
passed tests
higher than the
preliminary free
skate test
1:30 +/- 10 sec.



Preliminary
1:30 +/- 10 sec.
(front to back or back to
front including half-loop)
Single rotation jumps:
Salchow, toe loop
and loop only.
Max. 2 jump
combinations or
sequences
Max. 2 of any same
type jump

Jumps with not more
than one rotation (no
Axels).

Max. 2 jump
combinations or
sequences

Max. 2 of any same
type jump
Maximum of 2 spins:

One spin in one
position; no change
of foot, no flying
entry. (Min. 3
revolutions)

One spin consisting
of a front scratch to
back scratch; exit
on spinning foot not
mandatory. (Min. 3
revolutions per foot)
Pre-Juvenile
2:00 +/- 10 sec.

Jumps with not more
than one rotation (no
Axels).

Max. 2 jump
combinations or
sequences

Max. 2 of any same
type jump
Maximum of 2 spins:

One spin in one
position, no change
of foot (Min. 3
revolutions)

One combination
spin: forward camel
spin to forward sit
spin; change of foot
optional (Min. 6
revolutions). Spins
may not fly.
One step
sequence fully
utilizing ice
surface
Skaters must have
passed at least
the U.S. Figure
Skating
preliminary free
skate test but
may not have
passed tests
higher than prejuvenile free skate
test
Juvenile
2:15 +/- 10 sec.

Any single jumps,
including Axel, are
permitted.

Max. 2 jump
combinations or
sequences
 Max. 2 of any same
type jump
Maximum of 2 spins:

One solo spin in one
position, no change
of foot (Min. 4
revolutions).

One combination
spin with one
change of foot and
at least one
change of position,
must include two of
the basic spin
positions. (Min. 4

Intermediate
2:30 +/- 10 sec.
Novice
Ladies: 3:00 +/10 sec.
Men:
3:30 +/- 10 sec.
Junior
Maximum of 2 spins:

One must be a
flying spin (min 5
revolutions),

One must be a
combination spin
with at least one
change of foot and
at least one
change of position
(minimum 4
revolutions per
foot).
Maximum of 7 jump elements
for men and 6 for ladies:

Any single jumps.

Double jumps
permitted: double
Salchow, double toe
loop and double
loop.

Maximum of 3 jump
combinations or
sequences

Max. 2 of any same
type jump
Maximum of 3 spins, of a
different nature:

One must be a
combination spin
with at least one
change of foot and
at least one
change of position
(min 5 revs per foot)

The other spins are
the option of the
skater (min 6
Men:
4:00 +/- 10 sec.

Any single jumps.

Double jumps
permitted: double
Salchow, double toe
loop, double loop
and double flip

Maximum of 3 jump
combinations or
sequences

Max. 2 of any same
type jump
Skaters must have
passed at least
the U.S. Figure
Skating prejuvenile free skate
test but may not
have passed tests
higher than
juvenile free skate
test
One step
sequence fully
utilizing ice
surface
Skaters must have
passed at least
the U.S. Figure
Skating juvenile
free skate test but
may not have
passed tests
higher than
intermediate free
skate test
One step
sequence or
spiral sequence
fully utilizing ice
surface
Skaters must have
passed at least
the U.S. Figure
Skating
intermediate free
skate test but
may not have
passed tests
higher than
novice free skate
test
Only solo spin may fly

Any single jumps.

Double jumps
permitted: double
Salchow and double
toe loop.

Maximum of 3 jump
combinations or
sequences

Max. 2 of any same
type jump

One step
sequence fully
utilizing ice
surface
(see rule 4104 &
4105 for remarks)
All spins may fly
Maximum of 3 spins of a
different nature:

One spin in one
position (Min. 6
revolutions)

One flying spin (Min.
6 revolutions)

One combination
spin consisting of all
three basic
positions and one
change of foot (2
per position, min. 5)
One step
sequence fully
utilizing ice
surface
(See rule 4105 for
remarks)
Skaters must have
passed at least
the U.S. Figure
Skating novice
free skate test but
may not have
passed tests
higher than junior
free skate test
Senior
Men:
4:30 +/- 10 sec.

Any single jumps.

Must include at least
four different double
jumps, one must be a
double Lutz.

Triple jumps are not
permitted

Maximum of 3 jump
combinations or
sequences

Max. 2 of any same
type jump
Maximum of 3 spins of a
different nature:

One spin in one
position (Min. 6
revolutions)

One flying spin (Min.
6 revolutions)

One combination
spin consisting of all
three basic spin
positions and one
change of foot (2
per position, min. 5
Men:
Two different
step sequences,
one being of
advanced
difficulty, both
fully utilizing the
ice surface.
(See rule 4105 for
remarks)
Ladies:
One step
sequence of
advanced
difficulty,
covering the full
ice surface and
one spiral
sequence. (See
rule 4104 & 4105
for remarks.)
Skaters must have
passed at least
the U.S. Figure
Skating junior free
skate test
EVENT: Introductory Levels Free Skate Program
1.
2.
3.
4.
Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels.
Level will be determined by the highest free skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have
passed, or skate up to one level higher.
Minimum number of spin revolutions are in parentheses following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position.
The 6.0 Judging System will be utilized for these events.
Level
Jumps
Spins
Beginner
(formally Limited
Beginner)
Max. 5 jump elements:

Jumps with no more
(front to back or back
to front).

Max. 2 jump
sequences

Max. 2 of any same
jump
Max. 2 spins:

Two upright spins,
no change of foot,
no flying entry (Min.
3 revolutions)

Jumps with no more
(front to back or back
to front including halfloop)

Single rotation jumps:
Salchow and toe loop
only.

Max. 2 jump
combinations or
sequences

Max. 2 of any same
type jump.
Max. 2 spins:

Two upright spins,
change of foot
optional, no flying
entry (Min. 3
revolutions)

Up to 2 may be jump
combos or sequences

Jump combos are
limited to 2 jumps

Jump sequences are
limited to 3 single
jumps (half-loop is not
considered a single
jump at this level)

No Axels or double
jumps are permitted
Max. 2 spins:

Spins must be of
different character.

Each spin much
have a Minimum of
3 revolutions.

Spins may change
feet, position and
start with a fly.
1:30 +/- 10 sec.
High Beginner
(Formally
Beginner)
1:30 +/- 10 sec.
No-Test
1:30 +/- 10 sec.
Step Sequences
Qualifications
Connecting
moves and steps
should be
demonstrated
throughout the
program
Skaters may not
have passed
tests higher than
U.S. Figure
Skating Basic
Skills free skating
badge tests
Connecting
moves and steps
should be
demonstrated
throughout the
program
Skaters may not
have passed
tests higher than
U.S. Figure
Skating Basic
Skills free skating
badge tests
One step
sequence that
utilizes ½ of the
ice surface
EVENT: Well Balanced Program Free Skate
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Skaters may not enter both a Well Balanced Free Skate event and a Test Track Free Skate event at the same
nonqualifying competition.
Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted for pre-preliminary – intermediate.
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.
The 6.0 Judging System will be utilized for Pre-Prelim- Pre- Juvenile including open Juvenile; IJS judging will be utilized for
Juvenile through Senior Events.
All relevant and appropriate IJS rules will be used. Coaches and athletes are expected to be aware of these rules by
reading the documents on www.usfigureskating.org , under “Technical Information,” then “Singles/Pairs”
Level
Time
PrePreliminary
1:30 +/10 sec.
Vocal
music
permitte
d
Preliminary
1:30 +/10 sec.
Vocal
music
permitte
d
Jumps
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
g)
h)
2:00 +/10 sec.
Vocal
music
permitte
d
Any single jumps, including Axel, allowed.
Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences
Jump combinations are limited to 2 jumps.
Number of jumps in a jump sequence is
limited to a max. of 3 single jumps (½ loop
is not considered a single jump.)
Axel may be repeated as an individual
jump, as part of a jump combination or
jump sequence. Max of 2 Axels.
Double or triple jumps are not allowed.
f)
f)
Pre-Juvenile
Spins
One must be an Axel or waltz-jump.
Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps
Number of jumps in a jump sequence is
limited to a max. of 3 single jumps (½
loop is not considered a single jump.)
Only 2 different double jumps may be
attempted, selected from: double
Salchow, double toe-loop, double loop)
Axel and no more than 2 different double
jumps may be repeated as individual
jumps, as part of jump combinations or
jump sequences.
Max. of 2 Axels or any double jump.
Double flips, double Lutzes, double Axels or
triple jumps are not allowed.
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
One must be an Axel or waltz –jump.
Number of jumps in jump sequence is
limited to a max. of 3 single or double
jumps. ( ½ loop is not considered a single
jump at this level.)
Number of different double jumps is not
limited.
Axel and no more than 3 different double
jumps may be repeated as
individual jumps, as part of jump
combination or jump sequence.
Maximum of 2 Axels or any double jump
No double Axels or triple jumps
Step
Sequences
Maximum of 2 spins:
a)
b)
c)
d)
Spins must be of a
different nature
Spins may change feet
and/or position.
Spins may start with a fly.
Min. of 3 revolutions
Maximum of 2 spins:
a)
b)
c)
d)
Spins must be of a
different nature
and/or position.
Spins may start with a fly.
Min. of 3 revolutions
Maximum of 2 spins:
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 spin combination; with or
without change of foot*,
may fly.
1 spin with only 1 position*,
may fly, no change of foot
Min. 4 revolutions.; 6
revolutions for combo
Spins must be of a
different nature
One step
sequenced
that must use ½
of the ice
surface.
One step
sequenced
that must use ½
of the ice
surface.
One step
sequence fully
utilizing ice
surface.
Juvenile
(under 14
years)
& Open
Juvenile (14
years or
older)
2:15 +/10 sec.
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
One must be an Axel-type jump*
Number of jumps in jump sequence is not
limited
No more than 3 double jumps may be
repeated (1 each), but only
as part of combination or sequence. Max 2
of same double jump.
No triple jumps
Maximum of 2 spins:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
Intermediate
2:30 +/10 sec.
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
Novice
Ladies
3:00 +/10 sec.
1 must be an Axel-type jump*
Max 3 jump combinations (combos) or
sequences
Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps, but
one 3-jump combo is permitted
limited
No more than 3 double/triple jumps may
be repeated; only 1 repeat may be a triple.
Double or triple jump repeated only in
combo or sequence. Max. 2 of the same
double or triple.
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
Max. 3 jump combinations (combos) or
sequences
Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps, but
one 3-jump combo is permitted
limited
No more than 3 double/triple jumps may
be repeated; only 1 repeat may be a triple.
Double or triple jump repeated only in
combo or seq. Max. 2 same double or
triple.
Maximum of 2 spins:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
3:30 +/10 sec.
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
sequences
Combos limited to 2 jumps, but one 3-jump
combo is permitted
limited
One double Axel and two different triple
jumps may be repeated.
If double Axel or triple jumps repeated,
must be in combo or sequence.
No more than two of the same type of
double or triple may be attempted.
1 spin combination;
w/without change of foot*
1 spin with only 1 position;
no change of foot*
Both spins may start with a
fly
Min. 5 revolutions; 8
revolutions. for combo
Min. 2 revolutions. in
position
Spins must be of a different
nature
Maximum of 3 spins:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
Novice
Men
1 spin combination;
with/without change of
foot*
1 spin with only 1 position;
no change of foot*
Both spins may start with a
fly
revolutions. for
combination
Min. 2 revolutions in
position
nature
Spins must be of a
different nature
1 flying entry with no
change of foot or position*
1 spin combination;
w/without change of foot*
3rd spin is option of skater
revolutions. for combo
Min. 2 revolutions. in
position
and start with a fly, except
For the flying spin with no
change of foot or position
Maximum of 3 spins:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
Spins must be of a
different nature
1 flying entry with no
change of foot or position*
without change of foot*
3rd spin is option of skater
position
and start with a fly, except
for the flying spin with no
change of foot or position
One
choreographic
step sequence
fully utilizing ice
surface.
One
choreographic
step sequence
fully utilizing ice
surface.
One leveled
step sequence
Fully utilizing the
ice surface
One leveled
step sequence
Fully utilizing the
ice surface.
Junior Ladies
3:30 +/10 sec.
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
Junior Men
4:00 +/10 sec.
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
Senior Ladies
4:00 +/10 sec.
a)
b)
d)
e)
f)
g)
4:30 +/10 sec.
One must be an Axel-type jump *
sequences
combo is permitted
limited
2 triples or quads may be repeated, but
must be in combo or
sequence
Max. 2 double Axels as solo jump or in
combo/sequence
c)
Senior Men
sequences
combo is permitted
limited
must be in combo or
sequence
combo/sequence
sequences
Combos limited to 2 jumps, but one 3jump combo is permitted
limited
must be in combo or
Sequence
combo/sequence
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
sequences
combo is permitted
limited
must be in combo or
Sequence
combo/sequence
Maximum of 3 spins:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
1 flying entry*
1 spin with only 1 position *
Min. 6 revolutions; 10 revs.
for combo
position
All spins may change feet
and start with a fly
nature
Maximum of 3 spins:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
1 flying entry*
Min. 6 revolutions; 10 revs.
for combo
position
nature
Maximum of 3 spins:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
1 flying entry*
Min. 2 revolutions in position
nature
Maximum of 3 spins:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
1 flying entry*
position
nature
One leveled
step sequence
Fully utilizing the
ice surface.
One leveled
step sequence
Fully utilizing the
ice surface.
One leveled
step sequence
One
choreographic
sequence
Fully utilizing the
ice surface
One leveled
step sequence
One
choreographic
sequence
Fully utilizing the
ice surface
U.S. Figure Skating Non Qualifying Competitions
EVENT: Adult Free Skate
1. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels.
2. 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.
3. Minimum number of spin revolutions are in parentheses following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position.
4. 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.
5. The 6.0 judging system will be utilized
ADULT GOLD
2:40 max
* means
element is
required
ADULT SILVER
2:10 max
* means
element is
required
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
 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
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:
 Choreograp
hic step
sequence
or
 Choreograp
hic
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.
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
part of combination or sequence
 All single jumps are permitted, including an Axel-type
jump.
 No double or triple jumps are permitted
Max. 2
foot
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.
Max. 4
 Min. 1*, max. 2 combinations or sequences;
 One combination/sequence may consist of three
jumps, and the other may have only two jumps
part of combination or sequence (maximum of 2 of
any jump)
 All single jumps are permitted (except Axel)
 No Axel, double or triple jumps are permitted
Max. 2
foot
 No flying spins are permitted
ADULT
BRONZE
Must use at
least ½ ice
surface
1:50 max
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.
* means
element is
required
ADULT PRE
BRONZE
1:40 max
* means
element is
required
Max. 1
To be chosen
from:
 Step
sequence
or
 Spiral
sequence
(any
pattern)
Max. 4
 Jump combinations and sequences are optional, but no
more than 2 combinations or sequences may be included
 One 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
combination or sequence (maximum of 2 of any jump)
 Only single and half-revolution jumps are allowed
 No Lutz, Axel or double jumps are allowed
Max. 2
 Min. 3 revolutions
 No flying spins are permitted
Max. 1
 Connecting
steps
throughout
the program
are required
U.S. Figure Skating Non Qualifying Competitions
EVENT: Adult Free Skate Con’t
1. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels.
2. 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.
3. Minimum number of spin revolutions are in parentheses following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position.
4. The IJS judging system will be utilized
2015-16
MASTERS
JUNIORSENIOR
3:40
maximum
* means
element is
required
MASTERS
INTERMEDI
ATENOVICE
3:10
maximum
* means
element is
required
JUMP ELEMENTS
SPINS
STEP SEQUENCE
Max 7 Jump Elements
Max 3 Spins
Max 1 Step Sequence
• 1 must be an Axel-type jump*
• Min 1*, max 3 combinations or sequences
• 1 jump combination may contain three jumps; the
remaining jump combinations are limited to two jumps
• Number of jumps in sequence is unlimited, but only the
two highest-value jumps in a jump sequence will be
counted
• No Axels or multi-rotation jumps may be repeated more
than once, and if repeated, those jumps must be in
combination or sequence
• Spins must be of different
character (for definition, see U.S.
Figure Skating rule 4103 (E))
• Min 5 revs total if no change of foot
• Min 4 revs each foot if change of
foot
• Min 2 revs in each position
• 1 choreographic step
sequence, fully utilizing the
ice surface (may include
moves in the field and
spirals.)
• 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.
Max 6 Jump Elements
Max 3 Spins
Max 1 Step Sequence
• 1 must be an Axel-type jump*
• Min 1*, max 3 combinations or sequences
• 1 jump combination/sequence may contain three jumps;
the remaining jump combinations/sequences are limited
to two jumps
• May perform only one double-double combination or
sequence
• 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
• Spins must be of different
character (for definition, see U.S.
Figure Skating rule 4103 (E))
• Min 5 revs total if no change of foot
• Min 4 revs each foot if change of
foot
• Min 2 revs in each position
• 1 choreographic step
sequence, fully utilizing the
ice surface (may include
moves in the field and
spirals.)
• 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.
EVENT: Adult Compulsory Moves
1.
2.
3.
4.
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.
All events are skated on ½ ice.
Minimum number of revolutions are noted in parentheses.
The 6.0 judging system will be utilized
Level
Time
Adult Beginner
1:15
Adult Pre-Bronze
1:15
Adult Bronze
1:15
Adult Silver
1:30
Adult Gold
1:30
Masters
Intermediate/Novice
2:00
Masters Junior/Senior
2:00
Elements
1.
2.
3.
4.
1.
2.
3.
4.
1.
2.
3.
4.
1.
2.
3.
4.
1.
2.
3.
4.
1.
2.
3.
4.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Forward crossovers (Min. 5 consecutive)
Waltz jump
Two foot upright spin
Forward spiral (any edge)
Backward crossovers (Min. 5 consecutive)
Waltz jump
Forward upright spin (Min. 3 revolutions)
Forward outside spiral
Single Salchow
Waltz jump – toe loop combination jump
Sit spin (Min. 3 revolutions)
Spiral sequence (Min. 2 spirals)
Single loop
Single/single jump combination
Sit spin (Min. 3 revolutions)
Straight line step sequence
Single Lutz or Axel
Single/single or single/double jump combination
Camel spin (Min. 4 revolutions)
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)
Choice of any double jump
Jump combination that may include any double jump
EVENT: Adult Spins
1.
2.
3.
4.
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.
All events are skated on ½ ice.
Minimum number of revolutions are noted in parentheses.
The 6.0 scoring system will be utilized
Level
Time
Skating rules / standards
Adult Beginner
1:15
1.
2.
Pivot
Two-foot upright spin (2)
Adult Pre-Bronze
1:15
1.
2.
One-foot upright spin (3)
Two-foot upright spin (3)
Adult Bronze
1:15
1.
2.
3.
One-foot upright spin (4)
One-foot back spin (3)
Sit spin (3)
Adult Silver
1:30
1.
2.
3.
Camel spin (3)
Layback, sideways leaning or sit spin (4)
Combination spin with at least one change of position, no
change of foot (3 in each position)
Adult Gold
1:30
1.
2.
Solo spin, no change of foot (4)
Second solo spin, different from the first; change of foot optional
(4)
Combination spin with only one change of foot and at least one
change of position (4 each foot)
3.
Masters
Intermediate/Novice
1:30
1.
2.
3.
1:30
1.
2.
3.
Second solo spin, different from the first; change of foot optional
(4) May have a flying entry
Combination spin that may have more than one change of foot
and at least one change of position (4 each foot)
Solo spin with a flying entry
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
EVENT: Adult Jumps
1.
2.
3.
4.
Each jump may be attempted twice; the best attempt will be counted.
Adult silver and lower will be skated ½ ice; adult gold – masters junior/senior will be skated on full ice
Jumps with an “*” must be preceded with connecting steps (intermediate – senior)
The 6.0 scoring system will be utilized
Level
Time
Elements
Adult Beginner
1:00
1.
2.
Bunny Hop
Mazurka or ballet jump
Adult Pre-Bronze
1;00
1.
2.
Waltz or toe loop jump
½ flip, ½ Lutz or ½ loop
Adult Bronze
1:00
1.
2.
3.
Adult Silver
1:15
1.
2.
3.
Single Salchow
Single toe loop
Any single jump + single toe loop combination (No Axels
allowed)
Single flip
Single loop
Single/single combination (Axel is permitted)
Adult Gold
1:15
1.
2.
3.
1:30
1.
2.
3.
1:30
1.
2.
3.
Masters
Intermediate/Novice
Single Axel
Single Lutz
Single/single or single/double jump combination (may include
any single jump, double toe loop or double Salchow)
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
Double loop or double flip
Double Lutz
Jump combination that may include any double jump
COMPULSORY MOVES EVENT
Test requirements are the same as for Free Skating. All levels will present a program without music.
Tots through Pre-Juvenile will be skated on 1/2 ice surface. Juvenile and up will be skated on the full ice surface.
Elements can be performed in any order. The 6.0 Judging System will be utilized for all events.
Beginner
(Not passed
USFS Basic 8)
High Beginner
(Not passed PrePrelim Freeskate)
No Test
(Not passed PrePrelim Freeskate)
Pre-Preliminary
1 min. 15 sec. max
1. Forward crossovers, either direction 2. Any stop 3. Backward stroking
4. Forward pumping, either direction 5. One foot glide, each foot
1 min. 15 sec. max
1. 2 Bunny hops 2. Lunge 3. Backward crossovers, both directions
4. Forward Spiral 5. Two foot spin (3 rev. min.)
1 min. 15 sec. max
1. Waltz jump 2. Salchow 3. One foot spin, optional free leg position
4. ½ Lutz 5. Forward outside spiral
1 min. 30 sec. max.
1. Waltz/Toe loop combination 2. Loop jump 3. Forward outside
spiral 4. Salchow 5. Scratch spin (3 rev min.)
Preliminary
1 min. 30 sec. max.
1. Loop/Loop combination 2. Sit spin (3 rev. min.) 3. Forward inside
spiral 4. Flip jump 5. Front to back scratch spin (3 rev. min. each foot)
Pre-Juvenile
1 min. 30 sec. max
1. Flip/loop combination 2. Camel spin (3 rev min in position)
3. Lutz jump 4. Forward to backward spiral
5. Sit change sit spin (3 rev each foot in position)
Juvenile/ Open
Juvenile
2 min. max
1. Lutz jump/ loop jump combination 2. Layback spin (girls), camel spin
(boys) (min. 4 rev.) 3. Axel jump 4. Spiral sequence 5. Camel- sit combination
spin (min. 4 rev. each foot)
Intermediate
2 min. max
1. Double salchow OR Double Toe Loop 2. Axel‐loop combination 3. Spin combination
with 1 change of foot and at least 1 change of position, no fly (min. 5 rev. each foot)
4. Step sequence 5. Flying Spin, no change of foot, no change of position (min. 5 rev.)
Novice
2 min. 30 sec.
1. Double loop jump 2. Double Salchow with any double combination 3. Spin
combination with 1 change of foot and at least 1 change of position, fly entry allowed
(min. 5 rev. each foot) 4. Spin with only 1 position, no fly and no change of foot (min. 5
rev.) 5. Spiral Sequence
1. Double flip OR Double Lutz jump 2. Double- Double combination jump 3. 1 step
sequence OR spiral sequence 4. Combination spin consisting of 1 change of foot and 2
changes of position (min. 6 rev. each foot) 5. Flying spin of any nature (min. 6 rev.)
Junior/ Senior
2min. 30 sec.
COMPULSORY SPIN EVENT
All levels will present a program without music with the spins specified for their level. Connecting moves are permitted between each spin.
Program times are maximums. Spins may be done in any order. There will be deductions for any jumps included in the program.
No test through Pre- Juvenile will be done on ½ ice surface. Juvenile through Junior/ Senior will utilize the whole ice surface.
Skaters may skate at their test level OR one level up, but not both. The 6.0 Judging System will be utilized for all levels.
No Test
Pre-Preliminary
45 seconds max.
1 minute max.
Preliminary
1 min. 15 sec. max.
Pre-Juvenile
1 min. 15 sec. max.
Juvenile/ Open
Juvenile
1 min. 30 sec. max.
Intermediate
1 min. 30 sec. max.
Novice
1 min. 30 sec. max.
Junior/ Senior
1 min. 40 sec. max
1. One foot Spin (3 rev.) 2. Two foot spin (3 rev.)
1. One foot spin (3 rev.) 2. Two foot spin (3 rev.)
3. Sit Spin (3 rev. in position)
1. One foot upright spin (3 rev.) 2. Front to back scratch spin (3 rev.)
3. Sit spin (3 rev.)
1. Camel spin (3 rev. in position) 2. Front to back scratch spin (4 rev.)
3. Combination camel to sit spin (6 rev., no change of foot)
1. Forward sit spin (4 rev. in position) 2. Lay-back or attitude spin for girls;
Forward camel spin for boys (4 rev. in position) 3. Combination spin with
one change of foot and one change of position (4 rev. each foot), spin can be
camel, sit or lay-back
1. Sit change sit (4 rev. each foot in position) 2. Flying Camel (5 rev. in
position) 3. Spin combination consisting of one change of foot and one
change of position (4 rev. on each foot)
1. Camel spin to backward camel spin (4 rev. on each foot, in position)
2. Solo Spin- choice of camel, sit or lay-back (6 rev. in position)
3. Spin combination consisting of 3 positions and one change of foot
(min. 2 rev. in position/ 5 rev. on each foot)
1. Flying spin of choice (min 6 rev.) 2. Ladies: Layback spin/Men: Cross foot
spin (min 6 rev.) 3. Combination spin with change of foot and utilizing all
three positions (min 2 rev. in each position and 5 rev. on each foot)
COMPULSORY JUMP EVENT
Beginner-Senior will present a program without music with the jumps specified for their level.
Program times are maximums. Test requirements are the same as free skate levels.
All programs are completed on ½ ice surface except Juvenile- Senior events which will be skated on full ice.
Minimal connecting steps are allowed but will not affect scoring. Only one attempt per jump is permitted.
Elements with * must be preceded by footwork. Elements may be skated in any order. The 6.0 Judging System will be utilized for all events.
No Test
Pre-Preliminary
1 min. max 1. Waltz jump 2. Toe loop 3. Salchow
1 min.
1. Toe Loop 2. Salchow 3. Combination of any two single jumps
max
(NO axels)
Preliminary
1 min.
15 sec. max
1 min.
15 sec. max
1 min.
30 sec. max
1. Lutz 2. Flip 3. Combination of any single jump with a loop jump (may
include axel)
1. Lutz 2. Any single or double jump 3. Single/ Single Combination
(axel permitted )
1. Axel 2. Double Salchow 3. Double/ Single Combination
(no double axel)
1 min.
30 sec. max
1 min.
30 sec. max
1 min.
30 sec. max
1. Axel 2. Double loop *
3. Combination of any two double jumps (no double axel)
1. Double loop 2. Double flip *
3. Combination of any two double jumps (double axel permitted)
1. Double Lutz 2. Choice of any double jump preceded by footwork
(cannot repeat double lutz) *
3. Double/ Double Combination or Sequence (double axel OK)
Pre-Juvenile
Juvenile/ Open
Juvenile
Intermediate
Novice
Junior/ Senior
SHOWCASE
Skaters may enter only one event at their free skating level or one level up. One mark will be given. Judges may or may not be US
Figure Skating or Skate Canada judges. Showcase numbers are considered as entertainment and will be judged in the following areas:
music interpretation, audience appeal, skating performance, choreography and costume. No feathers or dangling beads that may come
off the costume are allowed. Thirty seconds are allotted for the placing of props other than hand held. Skater’s choice of music- vocal
music may be used. Levels may be combined due to lack of entries.
Pre-Preliminary
1 min. 40 sec. max.
May not have passed higher than Pre-Preliminary Free Skate Test
Preliminary
1 min. 40 sec. max.
May not have passed higher than Preliminary Free Skate Test
Pre-Juvenile
1 min. 40 sec. max.
May not have passed higher than Pre-Juvenile Free Skate Test
Juvenile
2 min. 10 sec. max.
May not have passed higher than Juvenile Free Skate Test
Intermediate
2 min. 10 sec. max.
May not have passed higher than Intermediate Free Skate Test
Novice
2 min. 10 sec. max.
May not have passed higher than Novice Free Skate Test
Junior/Senior
2 min. 40 sec. max.
Must have passed Junior or Senior Free Skate Test
Adult
2 min. 40 sec. max
Passed Adult Pre-Bronze Freeskate; Ages 20 and up.
FOOTWORK EVENT
Skaters perform footwork sequences of their own design to music of their choice. The program should contain a variety of turns
and sequences that emphasize the skater’s controlled edges and turns in addition to speed and quickness of the routine.
The program may contain half rotation jumps and spins with fewer than 3 revolutions.
The routine will be judged on both technical merit and presentation.
Preliminary
Pre-Juvenile/ Juvenile
Intermediate/ Novice
Junior/ Senior
Adult (18 and up)
1
1
1
1
1
min.
min.
min.
min.
min.
10
10
10
10
10
sec.
sec.
sec.
sec.
sec.
max
max
max
max
max
Passed
Passed
Passed
Passed
Passed
no higher than Preliminary Freeskate
no higher than Juvenile Freeskate
no higher than Novice Freeskate
Junior Freeskate
Adult Pre-Bronze Freeskate
MUSIC INTERPRETATION EVENT
Skaters may enter only one event level, either at their freeskating level or one level up. Music is supplied by the competition committee.
Music will be played for competitors during warm up. Skaters will be judged on originality, musical interpretation, artistic expression and
ice coverage. No props are allowed. Technical elements will only be judges for their appropriateness to the music.
Coaching is not allowed after the event has started.
No Test
Pre- Preliminary
Preliminary
Pre- Juvenile
Juvenile
Open
Adult
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
min.
min.
min.
min.
min.
min.
min.
max
max
max
max
max
max
max
Must not have passed Pre-Preliminary Freeskate test
Must not have passed Preliminary Freeskate test
Must not have passed Pre-Juvenile Freeskate test
Must not have passed Juvenile Freeskate test
Must not have passed Intermediate Freeskate test
Open to any skater under age 20
Open to any skater age 21 and above
SOLO DANCE
Boys will compete in their own event if there are sufficient entries.
KILLIAN
QUICK STEP
BLUES
ROCKER FOXTROT
FOXTROT
TEN FOX
FIESTA TANGO
DUTCH WALTZ
Open
One or more Gold Dances has to be passed
Must not have completed US Figure Skating Gold dance test
Must not have completed US Figure Skating Pre-Gold or Skate Canada Sr. Silver dance
test
Must not have completed US Figure Skating Silver or Skate Canada Jr. Silver dance test
Must not have completed US Figure Skating Pre-Silver of Skate Canada Sr. Bronze dance
test
Must not have completed US Figure Skating Bronze or Skate Canada Jr. Bronze dance
test
Must not have completed US Figure Skating Pre-Bronze or Skate Canada Jr. Bronze
dance test
SHADOW DANCE EVENT
Skaters may enter only one event level, either at their freeskating level or one level up. Music is supplied by the competition committee.
Music will be played for competitors during warm up. Skaters will be judged on originality, musical interpretation, artistic expression and
ice coverage. No props are allowed. Technical elements will only be judges for their appropriateness to the music.
Coaching is not allowed after the event has started.
No Test
Pre- Preliminary
Preliminary
Pre- Juvenile
Juvenile
Open
1
1
1
1
1
1
min.
min.
min.
min.
min.
min.
max
max
max
max
max
max
Must not have passed Pre-Preliminary Freeskate test
Must not have passed Preliminary Freeskate test
Must not have passed Pre-Juvenile Freeskate test
Must not have passed Juvenile Freeskate test
Must not have passed Intermediate Freeskate test
Open to any skater under age 25
TEAM COMPULSORY MOVES EVENT
Teams may have 3 to 5 members. No skater can do more than 2 moves.
Skaters up to and including Juvenile/Jr. Bronze should be prepared to use one-half the ice surface, if necessary.
A separate application and check must be sent for each team. The form must be completely filled out or it will not be accepted.
Technical merit only will be judged. Skaters can skate at their test level or one level up.
Beginner
High Beginner
Pre-Preliminary
Preliminary
Pre-Juvenile
Juvenile
Intermediate
Novice
Junior/Senior
1. Forward crossovers 2. Forward pumps 3. Bending over and touching
Ankles 4. Gliding on one foot 5. Any stop
1. Forward crossovers 2. Backward crossovers 3. Lunge
4. Outside 3-turns (L &R) 5. Two bunny hops
1. Waltz jump 2. One foot spin 3. Salchow jump 4. Toe loop 5. Forward Spiral
1. Flip jump 2. Salchow jump 3. Forward spiral 4. One foot spin 5. Waltz jump/
toe loop combination
1. Flip jump 2. Camel spin 3. Backward spiral 4. Loop/loop combination
5. Sit spin
1. Lutz 2. Camel spin 3. Spiral-forward and backward 4. Combination spin
5. Axel/loop combination
1. Axel 2. Change foot spin 3. Double Salchow 4. Straight line footwork
5. Double/Double jump combination.
1. Axel 2. Double loop 3. Double/Double combination 4. Combination spin
5. Circular or straight line footwork
1. Double/Double combination 2. Ina Bauer or Spread Eagle 3. Double lutz OR
double axel 4. Flying camel 5. Combination spin
EVENT: Basic Elements Event: SNOWPLOW SAM – BASIC 8
Format choice of the host: 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

Skaters may enter at their last-passed level only, or one level up (but not both) as of the closing date of entries

No music allowed

All elements must be skated in the order listed
The following events are for skaters working on US Figure Skating/Skate Canada badges who have not passed US Figure
Skating/Skate Canada Pre-Preliminary Freestyle, Pre-Preliminary MIF, Freestyle 1 or higher tests. Canadian skaters use the
equivalent of CANSKATE level.
Snowplow
Sam 1-3
(Canskate
Stage 1)
Basic 1
(Canskate
Stage 2)
Basic 2
(Canskate
Stage 3)
Basic 3
(Canskate
Stage 4)
Basic 4
(Canskate
Stage 5)
Basic 5
(Canskate
Stage 6)
Basic 6
Basic 7
Basic 8
1.
2.
3.
4.
1.
2.
3.
4.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
1.
2.
March followed by a two-foot glide and dip
Forward two-foot swizzles, 2-3 in a row
Forward snowplow stop
Backward wiggles, 2-6 in a row
Forward two-foot glide and dip
Forward one-foot glide, either foot
Forward alternating ½ swizzle pumps in a straight line, 2-3 each foot
Moving snowplow stop
Two-foot turn in place, forward to backward
Backward two-foot swizzles, 6 - 8 in a row
Forward stroking
Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counter
clockwise, 4-6 consecutive
3. Forward slalom
4. Backward one-foot glide, either foot
5. Two-foot spin – minimum three revolutions
1. Standstill forward outside three-turn, right and left
2. Forward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counter clockwise
3. Forward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directions
4. Backward stroking, 4-6 strokes
5. Backward snowplow stop, right or left
1. Backward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise
2. Backward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directions
3. Basic one-foot spin, free leg held to side of spinning leg - minimum three
revolutions
4. Side toe hop, either direction
5. Hockey stop
1. Standstill forward inside three-turn, right and left
2. Bunny Hop
3. Forward spiral on a straight line, right or left
4. Lunge, right or left
5. T-stop, right or left
1. Standstill forward inside open mohawk, right to left and left to right
2. Ballet jump, either direction
3. Back crossovers to a back outside edge landing position, clockwise
and counter clockwise
4. Forward inside pivot
1. Moving forward outside or forward inside three-turns, right and left
2. Waltz jump
3. Mazurka, either direction
4. 1 Combination move, clockwise or counter clockwise, two forward
crossovers into forward inside mohawk, step down, cross behind, step into
one back crossover and step to a forward inside edge
5. Beginning one-foot upright spin, free foot held to side of spinning leg or
crossed position - minimum three revolutions
EVENT: BASIC PROGRAM EVENT: SNOWPLOW SAM – BASIC 8
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. Vocal music is allowed.

To be skated on full ice

The skater may use elements from a previous level

A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level
The following events are for skaters working on US Figure Skating/Skate Canada badges who have not passed US Figure
Skating/Skate Canada Pre-Preliminary Freestyle, Pre-Preliminary MIF, Freestyle 1 or higher tests. Canadian skaters use the
equivalent of CANSKATE level.
Snowplow
Sam 1-3
(Canskate
Stage 1)
1:00 +/-10
max.
Basic 1
(Canskate
Stage 2)
1:00 +/-10
max.
Basic 2
(Canskate
Stage 3)
1:00 +/-10
max.
Basic 3
(Canskate
Stage 4)
1:00 +/-10
max.
Basic 4
(Canskate
Stage 5)
1:00 +/-10
max.
Basic 5
(Canskate
Stage 6)
1:00 +/-10
max.
Basic 6
1:00 +/-10
max.
Basic 7
1:00 +/-10
max.
Basic 8
1:00 +/-10
max.
5.
6.
7.
8.
5.
6.
7.
8.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
6.
7.
March followed by a two-foot glide and dip
Forward two-foot glide and dip
Forward one-foot glide, either foot
Forward alternating ½ swizzle pumps in a straight line, 2-3 each foot
Moving snowplow stop
Two-foot turn in place, forward to backward
Backward two-foot swizzles, 6 - 8 in a row
Forward stroking
Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counter
clockwise, 4-6 consecutive
8. Forward slalom
9. Backward one-foot glide, either foot
10. Two-foot spin, minimum three revolutions
6. Standstill forward outside three-turn, right and left
7. Forward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive both directions
8. Backward stroking, 4-6 strokes
9. Backward snowplow stop, right or left
6. Backward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directions
7. Basic one-foot spin, free leg held to side of spinning leg, minimum three
revolutions
8. Side toe hop, either direction
9. Hockey stop
6. Standstill forward inside three-turn, right and left
7. Bunny Hop
8. Forward spiral on a straight line, right or left
9. Lunge, right or left
10. T-stop, right or left
5. Standstill forward inside open Mohawk, right to left and left to right
6. Ballet Jump, either direction
7. Back crossovers to a back outside edge landing position, clockwise
and counter clockwise
8. Forward inside pivot
4. Moving forward outside or forward inside three-turns, right and left
5. Waltz jump
6. Mazurka, either direction
4. 1 Combination move, clockwise or counter clockwise – two forward
crossovers into a forward inside Mohawk, step down, cross behind, step into
one back crossover and step to a forward inside edge
5. Beginning one-foot upright spin, free foot held to side of spinning leg or
crossed position -minimum three revolutions
MAIL ENTRY TO: Amherst Skating Club
Williamsville, NY 14221
Checks payable to: Amherst Skating Club
Entry Fees in US Funds Only!!
28th ANNUAL ASC INVITATIONAL COMPETITION ENTRY FORM
ENTRIES MUST BE POSTMARKED BY SEPTEMBER 23, 2015
Skater’s Name:____________________________________________________________________________ Sex:______
Address:_____________________________________________________ City:______________________ State:_______
Zip:__________ Telephone (
)______________________ Age:_______ Birthday:______/______/_______
E-Mail Address:________________________________________________________________________________________
* An e-mail address MUST be included as this is how you will be notified of scheduling and events!
Highest test passed: USFS/Skate Canada Free Skate:______________________ Dance:__________________
Home Club:________________________________________________ USFS/Skate Canada#__________________
PLEASE ENTER ME IN THE FOLLOWING EVENT(S)
Well Balanced
Free Skating
 No Test
 Pre-Preliminary
 Preliminary
 Pre-Juvenile
 Open Juvenile
 Adult Pre-Bronze
 Adult Bronze
 Adult Silver
 Adult Gold
Test Track
Free Skating
 Beginner
 High Beginner
 Pre-Preliminary Test
 Preliminary Test
 Pre-Juvenile Test
 Juvenile Test
 Intermediate Test
 Novice Test
 Junior Test
 Senior Test
Short Program (IJS)
 Intermediate
 Novice
 Junior
 Senior
Free Skating (IJS)
 Juvenile
 Intermediate
 Novice
 Junior
 Senior
 Adult Masters
( Int/Novice)
 Adult Masters
(Junior/ Senior)
Solo Dance
 Killian
 Quick Step
 Blues
 Rocker Foxtrot
 Foxtrot
 Ten Fox
 Fiesta Tango
 Dutch Waltz
Music Interp.
 No Test
 Pre-Preliminary
 Preliminary
 Pre- Juvenile
 Juvenile
 Open
 Adult
Compulsory Spins
 No Test
 Pre-Preliminary
 Preliminary
 Pre-Juvenile
 Juvenile
 Intermediate
 Novice
 Junior/ Senior
Compulsory Moves
 Beginner
 High Beginner
 No Test
 Pre-Preliminary
 Preliminary
 Pre-Juvenile
 Juvenile
 Intermediate
 Novice
 Junior/ Senior
Footwork

Preliminary

Pre-Juv/ Juv

Inter/ Novice

Junior/ Senior

Adult
CERTIFICATE OF ELIGIBILITY
Approval is hereby given to ________________________________who
is a member in good standing of this Club and is an amateur in
accordance with the rules of US Figure Skating and Skate Canada
and to the best of my knowledge is eligible to enter the specified
event(s). NOTE: Neither the Amherst Skating Club nor the
management of the Amherst Ice Center assumes
responsibility for injuries sustained by any competitor during this
competition or practice attended thereto.
Club:__________________________________________________________
Club Officer’s Signature________________________________________
Parent’s Signature______________________________________________
Coach’s Name___________________________ Phone #______________
Rvd. By: ____________
Date:__________
Jump Event
 No Test
 Pre-Preliminary
 Preliminary
 Pre-Juvenile
 Juvenile
 Intermediate
 Novice
 Junior/ Senior
 Adult
Showcase

Pre-Preliminary

Preliminary

Pre-Juvenile

Juvenile

Intermediate

Novice

Junior/Senior
Shadow Dance

No Test

Pre-Preliminary

Preliminary

Pre-Juvenile

Juvenile

Open
Adult Jump Event
 Beginner
 Pre-Bronze
 Bronze
 Silver
 Gold
 Masters Int/Novice
 Masters Jr/ Sr
Adult Spin Event
 Beginner
 Pre-Bronze
 Bronze
 Silver
 Gold
 Masters Jr/ Sr
Adult Comp. Moves
Event
 Beginner
 Pre-Bronze
 Bronze
 Silver
 Gold
 Masters Jr/ Sr
Team Compulsory
Moves Event
Separate application
$75 for each IJS Event
Freestyle: $________
Short Program: $________
Total: $______________
$20 for each additional event:
$20 x _____ = $____________
TOTAL DUE: $__________
_____________________________________________
$65 for 1st 6.0 Event: $________________
$20 for each additional event:
$20 x ______ = total: ____________
TOTAL DUE: $___________
Amount:________
Check#________
28th ANNUAL ASC INVITATIONAL
BASIC SKILLS ENTRY FORM
ENTRIES MUST BE POSTMARKED BY SEPTEMBER 23, 2015
Skater’s Name:____________________________________________________________________________ Sex:______
Address:_____________________________________________________ City:______________________ State:_______
Zip:________________ Telephone (
)______________________
E-Mail Address:________________________________________________________________________________________
* An e-mail address MUST be included as this is how you will be notified of scheduling and events!
MUST BE COMPLETED:
Age:_______ Birthday:__________/__________/____________
Highest badge passed: USFS/Skate Canada Badge:______________________
Home Club:________________________________________________ USFS/Skate Canada#__________________
Basic SkillsBASIC ELEMENTS:
 Snowplow Sam
 Basic 1
 Basic 2
 Basic 3
 Basic 4
 Basic 5
 Basic 6
 Basic 7
 Basic 8
Basic SkillsBASIC PROGRAM:
 Snowplow Sam
 Basic 1
 Basic 2
 Basic 3
 Basic 4
 Basic 5
 Basic 6
 Basic 7
 Basic 8
MAIL ENTRY TO:
Amherst Skating Club
1615 Amherst Manor
Drive
Williamsville, NY
14221
Attn: Invitational
Chair, 2015
Checks payable to:
Entry Fees in US
Funds Only!!
Entries must be
Postmarked by:
SEPTEMBER 23rd
CERTIFICATE OF ELIGIBILITY
Approval is hereby given to ________________________________who
is a member in good standing of this Club and is an amateur in
accordance with the rules of US Figure Skating and Skate Canada
and to the best of my knowledge is eligible to enter the specified
event(s). NOTE: Neither the Amherst Skating Club nor the
management of the Amherst Ice Center assumes
responsibility for injuries sustained by any competitor during this
Club:__________________________________________________________
$25 for 1st Basic Skills Event
Total: $______________
$15 for Additional Basic Skills Event:
Total: $____________
TOTAL DUE: $__________
_____________________________________________
Rvd. By: _____________
Club Officer’s/ Skating Directors Signature:
________________________________________________________________
Date:__________ Amount:________
Parent’s Signature______________________________________________
Check#________
Coach’s Name___________________________ Phone #______________
U.S. Figure Planned Program Content Sheet
28th ANNUAL ASC INVITATIONAL COMPETITION
Name of Competitor(s)::
Event(s):
Club:
Skate Canada #:
PPCS must be submitted by September 23, 2015. USFS members are to submit and fill out the PPCS
online through the USFS “Members Only” website. A $25 late fee will be assessed for all PPC sheets that
are submitted after the deadline. Skate Canada members are to submit the paper PPCS with application.
ELEMENTS IN ORDER OF SKATING
Time*
Short Program Elements
* Time during program
Signature/ Date:
Time*
Long Program Elements
TEAM COMPULSORY MOVES EVENT
ENTRY FORM
Please submit one entry form per team! Form must be completely filled out with fees enclosed.
Teams may have 3 – 5 members. No skater may do more than 2 moves.
Fees are $45 per team in US FUNDS ONLY. (Please write separate check for team events – 1 check
per team).
Team Name:_____________________________________________________
Team Members:
1. __________________________________ Club:___________________ USFS/SC#__________
2. ___________________________________ Club:______________________ USFS/SC#___________
3. ___________________________________ Club:______________________ USFS/SC#___________
4. ___________________________________ Club:______________________ USFS/SC#___________
5. ___________________________________ Club:______________________ USFS/SC#___________
Contact Person:__________________________________________ Telephone:____________________
___
___
___
___
___
Beginner Team
High Beginner Team
Pre-Preliminary Team
Preliminary Team
Pre-Juvenile Team (Jr. Bronze)
___
___
___
___
Juvenile Team (Jr. Bronze)
Intermediate Team (Sr. Bronze)
Novice Team (Jr. Silver)
Junior/Senior Team (Sr. Silver/Gold)
Deadline for entry is (postmarked by) SEPTEMBER 23, 2015
Checks should be made payable to :
Mail entry to:
Williamsville, NY 14221
Attn: 2015 Invitational Chair
All teams must submit completed Certificate of Eligibility (PLEASE see following page) signed by
club officer for each skater.
Date:__________ Amount:________ Check#________
TEAM COMPULSORY MOVES EVENT ENTRY FORM
Certificate of Eligibility
MEMBER 1: Approval is hereby given to ____________________________________________who is a member in good
standing of this Club and is an amateur in accordance with the rules of USFS and Skate Canada and to the best of
my knowledge is eligible to enter the specified event(s). NOTE: Neither the Amherst Skating Club nor the
management of the Amherst Ice Center assumes responsibility for injuries sustained by any competitor during this
Club: _______________________________________________________________________________________
Club Officer/Program Director Signature: _____________________________________________________
Parent’s Signature: ___________________________________________________________________________
Coach’s Name: __________________________________________________ Phone#_______________________
Club:________________________________________________________________________________________
Parent’s Signature:___________________________________________________________________________
Club:________________________________________________________________________________________
Club:________________________________________________________________________________________
Club:________________________________________________________________________________________

THE AMHERST SKATING CLUB

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