Event # 5 Ann Arbor Skills & Showcase Saturday, June 11, 2016
Event # 5Ann Arbor Skills & ShowcaseSaturday, June 11, 20162016 Michigan Basic Skills Series Competition Mission StatementTo give our skaters a chance to develop their USFS Basic Skills in a fun competitive environment. During the competitionseason – skaters will have the chance to compete at many different clubs and arenas and earn points for a final standing.A skater may participate in either Freeskating and/or Compulsory/Elements events in any of the Michigan Basic SkillsSeries Competitions to be eligible for accumulating points. Awards will be presented to skaters with the highest pointtotals. These awards will take place - on the ice – at the Midland Competition – November 5, 2016Series Point SystemThe Freeskating events and the Compulsory/Elements events in each of the Series Competitions will be eligible foraccumulating points. Each event will have a maximum of 6 skaters. The system for scoring points for the final award willbe as follows:1st Place6 pointsnd2 Place5 points3rd Place4 pointsth4 Place3 points5th Place2 pointsth6 Place1 pointIn the event of tied total points, all skaters tied for a place will be awarded a medal, no ties will be broken.Points are accumulated for Compulsory and Free Skate events separately.Medals will be awarded (1-3 Place) in each level as highlighted in each announcement. Beyond the Basics will NOT becounted in the Freeskate and Elements/Compulsory Program Series for this 2016 season. Spins, Dance, Pairs, TheatreOn Ice, Synchronized Teams, and Showcase Events will NOT be counted for this 2016 season.At the end of the 2016 Series Season any skaters who moved up a level will be awarded 6 bonus points [6 points onlywhether they move up one level or more]. All points follow the skater throughout the year.Please Note: The USFS Michigan Basic Skills Series is sponsored equally by all the participating ice rinks and/or USFSmember clubs. Competition announcements and packages will be available at all participating ice rinks and/via the club orrink websites as well as www.sk8stuff.com. Each competition will have its own entry forms and specific rules – so pleasemake sure to read the entire announcement for each competition.Approval Code:BSC# 229602016 Michigan Basic Skills Series - Like us on facebook
10th Annual USFS Michigan Basic Skills Series – Hosted by the following:Event 2 – Mountain Town ClassicApril 9, 2016Entry Deadline – March 21, 2016The I.C.E. ArenaContact: Ginni PhillipsPhone: 989-560-3871gpsk8r@gmail.comEvent 3 - Arctic Basic SkillsApril 17, 2016Entry Deadline – March 28, 2016Arctic Edge Ice ArenaContact: Robin LiberatorePhone: 734-634-3410liberatoremom@gmail.comEvent 5 Ann Arbor Skills/ShowcaseJune 11, 2016Entry Deadline: May 21, 2016Ann Arbor Ice CubeCraig Forsyth / Kristina HakanssonPh: 734-213-6768 / 734-369-3095aafsc.officemanager@gmail /kicki@umich.eduEvent 6 – Summer SwizzleJune 18, 2016Entry Deadline: May 28, 2016Farmington Hills Ice ArenaMike Cooper / Daphane Lee248-885-5428 / 248-219-6806summerswizzle@fhsfsc.org /itsdlee@gmail.comEvent 10 – I.C.E. Basic Skills Comp.August 6, 2016Entry Deadline – July 16, 2016Flint Iceland ArenaContact: Hillary RubinPhone: 810-953-0345icefscoffice@yahoo.comEvent 13 – Skate EliteSeptember 24, 2016Entry Deadline: September 5, 2016Crystal FieldhouseContact: Jacklinn BrayanPhone: 810-814-1744eliteskatingacademy@gmail.comNOTE: EVENT 7HAS A NEW DATEEvent 7 ICES Basic Skills ChallengeJune 4, 2016Entry Deadline – May 13, 2016Troy Sports CenterContact: Kim BaxiPhone: 248-835-2732kimsbaxi@hotmail.comEvent 8 Skate the ShoresJuly 16, 2016Entry Deadline : June 27, 2016St Clair Shores Civic ArenaLaura DelbarbaPhone: 586-445-5350Sk8ncoach@yahoo.comEvent 11 Journey on the River RaisinAugust 13, 2016Entry Deadline – July 25, 2016Monroe Multi-Sports ComplexLouis Lombardo IIIPhone: 734-457-4219louis@monroemultisports.comEvent 14 – Dearborn Basic SkillsComp October 8, 2016Entry Deadline: Sept 20, 2016Dearborn Ice Skating CenterContact: Nicole CornettPhone: 313-333-5648ncornett15@comcast.netEvent 12 Coliseum FreezeColiseum FSC, Arctic ColiseumSeptember 17, 2016Entry Deadline– August 30, 2016Contact: Kayleah Crosby-RowleyPhone: 517-581-0014Kayleah.crosby@gmail.comEvent 15 - Tuxedo InvitationalOctober 16, 2016Entry Deadline:September 25, 2016Bowling Green State UniversityContact: Pat RabbPhone: 419-308-4552perabb59@gmail.comEvent 16 - Plymouth SpooktacularOctober 22, 2016Entry Deadline: October 8, 2016USA Hockey ArenaContact: Jen DeJohnPhone: 313-605-4667jenjohn@hotmail.comEvent 17 - Skate MidlandNovember 5, 2016Entry Deadline: October 15, 2016Midland Civic ArenaContact: Karen BoswellPhone: 989-695-4832kboswell99@gmail.comSERIES AWARDSCEREMONYON THE ICEAT THE MIDLAND COMPETITIONEvent 1 Onyx-Suburban B/SChallengeFebruary 20, 2016Entry Deadline – February 1, 2016Suburban Ice MacombContact: Jeanette DaskasPhone: 248-917-9544jendaskas@aol.comEvent 4 – Skate the ZooApril 30, 2016Entry Deadline – April 11, 2016Wing’s WestContacts: Stacy LightfootPhone: 269-744-2648stacylightfoot@sbcglobal.netEvent 9 Summer Chill Basic SkillsJuly 23, 2016Entry Deadline: June 30, 2016Novi Ice ArenaContacts: Chelsea WalkerPhone: 248-719-2724chelseawalker17@aol.comThe 2016 Basic Skills Day Camp will be held at the Novi Ice Arena on Sunday July 24th.Approval Code:BSC# 229602016 Michigan Basic Skills Series - Like us on facebook
Ann Arbor Figure Skating ClubAnn Arbor Ice Cube 2121 Oak Valley Dr Ann Arbor, MI 48103734-213-6768www.annarborfsc.orgSaturday, June 11, 2016Entry Deadline May 21, 2016Michigan Basic Skills Series - Like us on facebookThe Ann Arbor Skills & Showcase, sponsored by the Ann Arbor Figure Skating Club will be held at the Ann Arbor Ice Cube onJune 11, 2016. The ice surface measures [200 X 85] feet. This is a United States Figure Skating approved Basic SkillsCompetition. The sanction will be posted on the official competition bulletin board. Questions regarding this competition shouldbe directed to the Ann Arbor FSC office, aafsc.officemanager@gmail.com (734-213-6768) or Mary Johanson,coachmaryjohanson@gmail.com (734-660-4442). E-mail communications are preferred.Mission Statement – The purpose of this competition is to promote a fun, introductory, competitive experience for the beginningskater.Eligibility - The Competition is open to ALL skaters who are current eligible (ER.100) members of either the Basic SkillsProgram and/or full members of US Figure Skating To be eligible, skaters must have submitted a membership application or bea member in good standing. Members of other organizations are eligible to compete but must be registered with the host BasicSkills Program/Club or any other Basic Skills Program/Club. Eligibility will be based on skill level as of closing date of entries. AllSnowplow Sam and Basic Skills 1-8 skaters must skate at highest level passed or one level higher and NO officialU.S. Figure Skating tests may have been passed including MIF or individual dances . For the Test Track and Well Balancedlevels, eligibility will be based only upon highest free skate test level passed (moves in the field test level will not determineskater's competitive level). Skaters may skate at highest level passed OR one level higher BUT not both levels in the sameevent during the same competitionRules – The competition will be conducted under the rules set forth by the US Figure Skating “Basic Skills Competition Manual”program.Entry Fees – The first event is 50.00, the second event is 20 and each additional event after that is 10.00. All entries mustbe postmarked no later than May 21, 2016. Late entries will be accepted at the discretion of the organizers, and are subject to apossible 15.00 late fee. Entry fees are per person, U.S. dollars.Entry forms must be filled out legibly and completely and mailed with a check made payable to AAFSC to:Lauren Forsyth c/o AAFSC2121 Oak Valley DriveAnn Arbor, MI 48103There will be a 35.00 fee for returned checks.Awards – All competitors will receive a medal. All events are final rounds. ALL awards will be made at appropriate timesthroughout the competition.Registration – The registration table will be open 1 hour before the competition begins. Skaters will not be allowed to competeuntil they have registered. Please register at least one hour before your competition time.Schedule of Events – Schedule will be posted on the Internet at the Figure Skater’s Website, www.sk8stuff.com.Music – The music for all free skating programs with music supplied by skater should be provided on CD. The CD is to beturned in at registration. Competitors must have a spare CD at rink side to be used in case of technical difficulties.Practice Ice – Practice Ice will be available in 20-minute sessions. Details will be provided in a mailing prior to the competitiondate. Sign-in and pay 8.00 at the door.Awards will be handed out and a podium will be available for group and individual photos.Approval Code:BSC# 229602016 Michigan Basic Skills Series - Like us on facebook
BASIC ELEMENTS: SNOWPLOW SAM – BASIC 8Events listed on this page eligible for Michigan Basic Skills Series Points To be skated on 1/3 to 1/2 iceNo musicAll elements must be skated in the order listed. Each skater will perform each element only when directed by a judge orreferee. Skaters are allowed one retry per element. If skater wants to retry, she/he should raise their hand immediately. Ifthe skater attempts a retry, only the retry will count for that element.LevelSkating rules/standards March followed by a two-foot glide and dipSnowplow Forward two-foot swizzles, 2-3 in a rowSam 1-3 Forward snowplow stop Backward wiggles, 2-6 in a row Forward two-foot glide and dipBasic 1 Forward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row Forward snowplow stop Backward wiggles, 6-8 in a row Forward one-foot glide, either footBasic 2 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 strokingBasic 3 Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counter clockwise, 4-6 consecutive Forward slalom Backward one-foot glide, either foot Two-foot spin - minimum three revolutions Standstill forward outside three-turn, right and leftBasic 4 Forward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counter clockwise Forward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directions Backward stroking, 4-6 strokes Backward snowplow stop, right or left Backward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise Backward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directionsBasic 5 Basic one-foot spin, free leg held to side of spinning leg - minimum three revolutions Side toe hop, either direction Hockey stop Standstill forward inside three-turn, right and leftBasic 6 Bunny Hop Forward spiral on a straight line, right or left Lunge, right or left T-stop, right or left Standstill forward inside open Mohawk, right to left and left to rightBasic 7 Ballet jump, either direction Backward crossovers to a back outside edge landing position, clockwise and counter clockwise Forward inside pivot Moving forward outside or forward inside three-turns, right and leftBasic 8 Waltz jump (from a standstill) Mazurka, either direction Combination move, clockwise or counter clockwise, two forward crossovers into forward insideMohawk, step down, cross behind, step into one backward crossover and step to a forward insideedge Beginning one-foot upright spin, free foot held to side of spinning leg or crossed position - minimumthree revolutionsApproval Code:BSC# 229602016 Michigan Basic Skills Series - Like us on facebook
BASIC PROGRAM W/MUSIC: SNOWPLOW SAM – BASIC 8Events listed on this page eligible for Michigan Basic Skills Series Points The skating order of the required elements is optional. The elements are not restricted as to the number of times the element is executedor length of glides, number of revolutions, etc. unless otherwise specified.To be skated on full iceThe skater may use elements from a previous level.A .2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher levelTime: 1:10 maxLevelSnowplowSam 1-3Basic 1Basic 2Basic 3Basic 4Basic 5Basic 6Basic 7Basic 8Skating rules/standards March followed by a two-foot glide and dip Forward two-foot swizzles, 2-3 in a row Forward snowplow stop Backward wiggles, 2-6 in a row Forward two-foot glide and dip Forward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row Forward snowplow stop Backward wiggles, 6-8 in a row Forward one-foot glide, either foot Forward alternating ½ swizzle pumps in a straight line, 2-3 each foot Moving snowplow stop Two-foot turn in place, forward to backward Backward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row Forward stroking Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counter clockwise, 4-6 consecutive Forward slalom Backward one-foot glide, either foot Two-foot spin - minimum three revolutions Standstill forward outside three-turn, right and left Forward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive both directions Backward stroking, 4-6 strokes Backward snowplow stop, right or left Backward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directions Basic one-foot spin, free leg held to side of spinning leg - minimum three revolutions Side toe hop, either direction Hockey stop Standstill forward inside three-turn, right and left Bunny Hop Forward spiral on a straight line, right or left Lunge, right or left T-stop, right or left Standstill forward inside open Mohawk, right to left and left to right Ballet Jump, either direction Back crossovers to a back outside edge landing position, clockwise and counter clockwise Forward inside pivot Moving forward outside or forward inside three-turns, right and left Waltz jump (from a standstill) Mazurka, either direction Combination move, clockwise or counter clockwise – two forward crossovers into a forward insideMohawk, step down, cross behind, step into one back crossover and step to a forward inside edge Beginning one-foot upright spin, free foot held to side of spinning leg or crossed position - minimumthree revolutionsApproval Code:BSC# 229602016 Michigan Basic Skills Series - Like us on facebook
INTRODUCTORY LEVEL COMPULSORY EVENTSEvents listed on this page eligible for Michigan Basic Skills Series PointsFormat: In simple program form, using a limited number of connecting steps, the skating order of the required elements is optional. To be skated on ½ ice. No music is allowed. The skater must demonstrate the required elements and may use any additional elements from previous levels. A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level. Skaters may have the option to skate one level higher in compulsories than their free skate program.LevelTimeSkating rules/standards Waltz jumpBeginner1:15 max. ½ jump of choice Forward two-foot or one-foot spin - minimum three revolutions (free leg position optional) Forward or backward spiral Toe loop jumpHigh Beginner1:15 max. Salchow jump Forward scratch spin - minimum three revolutions Forward or backward spiral Loop jumpNo Test1:15 max. Jump combination to include a toe loop (may not use a loop or Axel) Solo spin - sit or camel spin - minimum three revolutions Spiral sequence, must include a forward and backward spiral. Additional spirals and balancemoves may be included.INTRODUCTORY LEVEL FREE SKATE PROGRAMSEvents listed on this page eligible for Michigan Basic Skills Series PointsGeneral event parameters: 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 theyhave 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 -Test1:40MaximumJumpsSpinsStep SequencesQualificationsMax. 5 jump elements: Jumps with no more than one-half rotation(front to back or back to front). Max. 2 jump sequences Max. 2 of any same jumpMax. 2 spins: Two upright spins,no change of foot, noflying entry (Min. 3revolutions)Connecting moves andsteps should bedemonstrated throughoutthe programMax. 5 jump elements: Jumps with no more than one-half rotation(front to back or back to front including halfloop) Single rotation jumps: Salchow and toeloop only. Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences Max. 2 of any same type jump.Max. 5 jump elements: Single jumps, with the exception of thesingle Axel, are allowed No single Axels, double jumps or triplejumps Maximum of 2 jump combinations orsequences Jump combinations limited to 2 jumpsexcept that one 3-jump combination with amaximum of 3 single jumps is permitted Jump sequences limited to a maximum of 3single jumps Half-loop is considered a listed jump withthe value of a single loop when used in asequence or combinationMax. 2 spins: Two upright spins,change of footoptional, no flyingentry (Min. 3revolutions)Connecting moves andsteps should bedemonstrated throughoutthe programSkaters may not havepassed tests higherthan U.S. FigureSkating Basic Skillsfree skating badgetestsSkaters may not havepassed tests higherthan U.S. FigureSkating Basic Skillsfree skating badgetestsMax. 2 spins: Spins may changefeet and/or position Spins may start witha fly Minimum 3 revs. Spins must be of adifferent character(For definition seerule 4103E) Step sequence*Must use one-half theice surfaceMoves in the field andspiralsequences arepermitted butwill not be counted aselements.Jumps may beincluded in the stepsequenceAApproval Code: BSC# 22960
SPECAL OLYMPICS BADGE PROGRAMEvents listed on this page eligible for Michigan Basic Skills Series PointsThe Special Olympics Sports Skills Program is designed for people with intellectual disabilities who may exhibit any numberof physical impairments. The Special Olympics Badge Program allows skaters to learn skills in a progressive order and earnbadges at eachBadge 1A.B.C.D.Badge 7A.B.C.D.Stand unassisted for five secondsFall and stand up unassistedKnee dip standing still unassistedMarch forward ten steps assistedBackward stroking across the rinkGliding backward to forward two-foot turnT-stop left or rightForward two foot turn on a circle: left and rightBadge 8Badge 2A.B.C.D.A. Five consecutive forward crossovers: left and rightB. Forward outside edge: left and rightC. Five consecutive backward ½ swizzles on a circle: left andMarch forward ten steps unassistedSwizzles, standing still: three repetitionsBackward wiggle or march assistedrightTwo foot glide forward for distance of at least length ofbodyBadge 9Badge 3A.B.C.D.A.B.C.D.Backward wiggle or marchFive forward swizzles covering at least ten feetForward skating across the rinkForward outside 3 turn: left and rightForward inside edge: left and rightForward lunge or shoot the duck at any depthBunny hopForward gliding dip covering at least length of body: leftand rightBadge 10Badge 4A.B.C.D.A.B.C.D.Backward two-foot glide covering at least length of bodyTwo foot jump in placeOne foot snowplow stop: left and rightForward inside 3 turn: left and rightFive consecutive backward crossovers: left and rightHockey stopForward spiral three times length of bodyForward one foot glide covering at least length of body:left and rightBadge 11Badge 5A.B.C.D.A. Consecutive forward outside edges: minimum of two onForward stroking across rinkeach footB. Consecutive forward inside edges: minimum of two on eachFive backward swizzles covering at least ten feetfootForward two-foot curves left and right across rinkC. Forward inside Mohawk: left and rightD. Consecutive backward outside edges: minimum of two onTwo-foot turn front to back, on the spoteach footE.Badge 6Consecutive backward inside edges: minimum of two oneach footBadge 12A. Gliding forward to backward two-foot turnB. Five consecutive forward one-foot swizzles on circle: leftA. Waltz jumpB. One foot spin: minimum of three revolutionsC. Forward crossover, inside Mohawk, backward crossover,and rightC. Backward one foot glide length of body: left and rightD. Forward pivotstep forward: step sequence should be repeated clockwiseand counter clockwiseD. Combination of three moves chosen from badges 9-127Approval Code: BSC# 22960
Events listed on page NOT eligible for Michigan Basic Skills Series PointsCOMPULSORY MOVESGeneral event parameters: Elements skated on ½ ice Elements may be performed only once Music is not allowedLevelTimeSkating rules/standards Toe Loop jumpPre1:15 max. Jump combination: single/single (no Axel)Preliminary Sit spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions Spiral sequence with one forward spiral and one backward spiral (anyedge) Lutz jumpPreliminary1:15 max. Jump combination: single/single (may include Axel) Back upright spin - minimum three revolutions Forward inside spiralWELL BALANCED PROGRAM FREE SKATEGeneral event parameters: 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 havepassed, or skate up to one level higher. The 6.0 judging system will be used for this event. All relevant and appropriate IJS rules will be used. Coaches and athletes are expected to be aware of these rules byreading the documents on www.usfigureskating.org , under “Technical Information,” then “Singles/Pairs”.LevelPrePreliminaryTime1:40 MaxVocalmusicpermittedJumpsMaximum of 5 jump elements: SpinsAll single jumps, including single Axel, allowedNo double, triple or quadruple jumps allowedAxel may be repeated once as a solo jump, as part of a jumpcombination or jump sequence. (maximum of 2 single Axels)Number of single jumps is not limited provided the maximumnumber of jump elements allowed is not exceededMax. 2 jump combinations or sequencesJump combinations are limited to 2 jumps except that one 3jump combination with a maximum of 3 jumps is permitted.Jump sequences limited to a maximum of 3 single jumps½ loop is considered a listed jump with the value of a single loopwhen used in a sequence or combination.Maximum of 5 jump elements:Preliminary1:40 MaxVocalmusicpermitted One must be an Axel or Waltz-jump type jumpAll single jumps, including single Axel, allowed. Only 2 differentjumps may be attempted (limited to double Salchow, double toeloop and double loop)Double flip, double Lutz, double Axel, triple or quadruple jumpsare not allowedAn Axel plus up to two different, allowable double jumps may berepeated once (but not more) as solo jumps or part of jumpcombinations or jump sequencesNumber of single jumps is not limited provided the maximumnumber of jump elements allowed is not exceededMaximum 2 jump combinations or sequencesJump combinations are limited to 2 jumps except that one 3jump combination with a maximum of 2 double jumps and 1single jump is permitted.Jump sequences limited to a maximum of 3 single or doublejumps½ loop is considered a listed jump with the value of a single loopwhen used in a sequence or combination.8Maximum of 2 spins: Spins must beof a differentnature. Spins maychange feetand/or position. Spins may startwith a fly. Minimum of 3revolutionsMaximum of 2 spins: Spins must beof a differentnature. Spins maychange feetand/or position. Spins may startwith a fly. Minimum of 3revolutionsStep SequencesOne stepsequenced thatmust use ½ of theice surface.One stepsequenced thatmust use ½ of theice surface.Approval Code: BSC# 22960
Events listed on page NOT eligible for Michigan Basic Skills Series PointsTest Track Free SkateGeneral event parameters: Skaters may not enter both a Well Balanced Free Skate event and a Test Track Free Skate event at thesame 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 levelthey have passed, or “skate up” to one level higher. Minimum number of spin revolutions are in ( ) following the spin description. Revolutions must be inposition. 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.LevelPrePreliminary1:40 max.Preliminary1:40 max.JumpsSpinsStep SequencesQualificationsMaximum of 5 jump elements: Jumps with not more thanone-half rotation (front toback or back to frontincluding half-loop) Single rotation jumps:Salchow, toe loop andloop only Maximum 2 jumpcombinations orsequences Maximum 2 of any sametype jumpMaximum of 5 jump elements: Jumps with not more thanone rotation (no Axels) Maximum 2 jumpcombinations orsequences Maximum 2 of any sametype jumpMaximum of 2 spins: Two spins of adifferent nature,one position only.No change of foot,no flying entry(Minimum 3revolutions)Connectingmoves andsteps should bedemonstratedthroughout theprogram.Skaters may nothave passed testshigher than U.S.Figure Skating prepreliminary freeskate test.Connectingmoves andsteps should bedemonstratedthroughout theprogram.Skaters must havepassed at least theU.S. Figure Skatingpre-preliminary freeskate test, but maynot have passedtests higher than thepreliminary freeskate test.Maximum of 2 spins: One spin in oneposition; no changeof foot, no flyingentry. (Minimum 3revolutions) One spin consistingof a front scratch toback scratch; exiton spinning foot notmandatory. (Min. 3revolutions perfoot)9Approval Code: BSC# 22960
Events listed on page NOT eligible for Michigan Basic Skills Series PointsEVENT: Spins ChallengeGeneral event parameters: Spins may be skated in any order. Connecting steps are allowed, but will not be taken into consideration in scoring. Spins may not berepeated. On required elements may be included.All events are skated on ½ ice.Minimum number of revolutions are noted in parentheses.LevelTimeBeginner1:30 max.HighBeginner1:30 max.No-Test1:30 max.Pre –Preliminary1:30 max.Preliminary1:30 max.Skating rules / standards Upright one-foot spin (3)Upright two-foot spin (3)Sit spin (3)Upright one-foot spin (3)Upright two-foot spin (3)Sit spin (3) Upright one-foot spin (3)Upright two-foot spin (3)Sit spin (3)Upright one-foot spin (3)Upright back-scratch spin (3)Sit spin (3) Forward scratch to back scratch spin (3)Combination spin with no change of foot (4)Sit spin (3)EVENT: Jumps ChallengeGeneral event parameters: Each jump may be attempted twice; the best attempt will be counted.To be skated on ½ iceLevelTimeBeginner1:15 max.HighBeginner1:15 max.No-Test1:15 max.Pre –Preliminary1:15 max.Preliminary1:15 max.Skating rules / standards1.2.3.1.2.3.Waltz jump (from backward crossovers)½ flip or ½ LutzSingle SalchowWaltz jump (from backward crossovers)Single SalchowJump combination – waltz jump-toe loop1.2.3.1.2.3.Single toe loopSingle loopJump combination – Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel)Single toe loopSingle flipJump combination - Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel)1.2.3.Single flipSingle LutzJump combination – Any single jump single loop (may be Axel)10Approval Code: BSC# 22960
Events listed on page NOT eligible for Michigan Basic Skills Series PointsSHOWCASE EVENTS:Showcase events are open to skaters in Basic, Free Skate, Limited Beginner through Preliminary and AdultBronze. Groups will be divided by number of entries and ages if possible. Skaters must enter at the same level astheir free skate event or highest test level of skater’s in the group ensemble or production number. If a free skateevent is not being entered, skaters must enter at their current test level or one level higher. Vocal music ispermitted.Show costumes are permitted, as long as they do not touch or drag on the ice. Props and scenery must beplaced and removed by unaided singles and duet competitors within one minute and by unaided ensemblecontestants within two minutes for setup and two minutes for removal. A .2 deduction will be assessed by thereferee against each judges’ mark for each five seconds in excess of the time allowed for the performance, forhandling props and scenery and for scenery assistance.Performances will be judged from an entertainment standpoint, for theatrical qualities. Technical skatingskills and difficulty will not be rewarded as such; however, skating must be the major element of the performanceand be of sufficient quality to support the selected theatrical elements. Unintended falls, poorly executed skatingelements and obvious losses of control will reduce contestant’s marks. Jump difficulty is not rewarded inshowcase; therefore jumps, if choreographed, should be performed with style, flow and confidence. Theatricalelements evaluated will include energy, poise, acting, pantomime, eye contact, choreography, form/extensionand the use of props and ice.6.0 Judging will be used. Deductions will be made for skaters including technical elements not permitted inthe event description.* For specific guidelines regarding the conduct of Showcase or Artistic competitions, refer to theNonqualifying Showcase Guidelines posted on www.usfigureskating.org.Showcase categories may include: Dramatic entertainment: Showcase program utilizing intense emotional skating quality to depictchoreographic theme. Light entertainment: Showcase program emphasizing such choreographic expressive qualities such ascomedy, love and mime while incorporating skating skills. Duets: Theatrical/artistic performances by any competitors.LEVELELEMENTSQUALIFICATIONSBasic 1-8Elements only from Basic 1
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