Single Free Skating
Adult Single Bronze
A competitor in the Bronze Free Skating event must perform a well-balanced program that may contain:
a. A maximum of four (4) jump elements, consisting only of single jumps. Axel type jumps, double jumps and triple jumps are not permitted.
There may be up to two (2) jump combinations or jump sequences in the free program.
Each jump combination may consist of two (2) listed jumps.
A jump combination may consist of the same or another single jump.
A jump sequence may consist of any number of single jumps that may be linked by nonlisted jumps like mazurkas etc. and/or hops immediately
following each other while maintaining the jump rhythm (knee); there can be no steps, turns, crossovers or stroking during the sequence.
Only the two (2) listed jumps with the highest value will count towards the technical score.
Each listed jump may be performed a maximum of two (2) times.
b. A maximum of two (2) spins of a different abbreviation one of which must be a spin in one position with no change of foot. Flying spins are not permitted.
The spins must have a required minimum number of revolutions: three (3) for any spin with no change of foot, and six (6) for the spin combination with
change of foot or the spin in one position with change of foot.
A spin that has no basic position with 2 revolutions will receive no level and no value, however a spin with less than three rotations is considered as a
skating movement and not a spin.
Spin combinations must include a minimum of two (2) different basic positions with two (2) revolutions in each of these positions anywhere within the spin.
To receive full value, a spin combination must include all three (3) basic positions.
The change of foot in any spin must be preceded and followed by a spin position with at least three (3) revolutions. If this requirement is not fulfilled,
the short part of the spin will be ignored including any features.
Only features up to and including Level 1 will be counted. Any additional features will not count for level requirements and will be ignored by the Technical Panel.
c. A maximum of one (1) choreographic sequence utilizing at least half (1/2) of the ice surface.
A choreographic sequence consists of any kind of movements like steps, turns, spirals, arabesques, spread eagles, Ina Bauers, hydroblading, transitional (unlisted)
jumps, spinning movements etc.
The pattern is not restricted.
A choreographic sequence has a base value and will be evaluated by the judges in GOE only.
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED The maximum time is 1 minute and 50 seconds, but may be less.
The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.6.
The warm-up duration is six (6) minutes.
Adult Single Silver
A competitor in the Silver Free Skating event must perform a well-balanced program that may contain:
a. A maximum of five (5) jump elements, consisting of any single jumps (including the single Axel). Double jumps and triple jumps are not permitted. There may be up
to two (2) jump combinations or jump sequences in the free program.
One (1) jump combination may consist of up to three (3) listed jumps. The other jump combination may consist of two (2) listed jumps.
A jump combination may consist of the same or another single jump.
A jump sequence may consist of any number of single jumps that may be linked by nonlisted jumps like mazurkas etc. and/or hops immediately following each other
while maintaining the jump rhythm (knee); there can be no steps, turns, crossovers or stroking during the sequence. Only the two (2) listed jumps with the highest value
will count towards the technical score.
Each listed jump may be performed a maximum of two (2) times.
Please note that the half-loop when used in combination/sequence, in between two listed jumps, is considered as a listed jump with the value of a single loop (1Lo).
Non-listed jumps may be included in the program as part of connecting footwork.
b. A maximum of two (2) spins of a different abbreviation, one (1) of which must be a spin combination.
The spins must have a required minimum number of revolutions: four (4) for any spin with no change of foot, and eight (8) for any spin with a change of foot.
A spin that has no basic position with 2 revolutions will receive no level and no value, however a spin with less than three rotations is considered as a skating movement
and not a spin.
Spin combinations must include a minimum of two (2) different basic positions with two (2) revolutions in each of these positions anywhere within the spin. To receive
full value, a spin combination must include all three (3) basic positions.
The change of foot in any spin must be preceded and followed by a spin position with at least three (3) revolutions. If this requirement is not fulfilled, the short part of
the spin will be ignored including any features.
c. A maximum of one (1) step sequence, utilizing at least half (1/2) of the ice surface.
Only the first executed attempt of a step sequence will contribute to the technical score.
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED The maximum time is 2 minutes and 10 seconds, but may be less.
The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.6.
Only features up to and including Level 2 will be counted for the spins and step sequence. Any additional features will not count for level requirements and will be
ignored by the Technical Panel.
The warm-up duration is six (6) minutes.
Adult Single Gold
A competitor in the Gold Free Skating event must perform a well-balanced program that may contain:
a. A maximum of six (6) jump elements, consisting of single jumps (including the single Axel) or double jumps. Double Flip, double Lutz, double Axel and Triple jumps are
not permitted. There may be up to three (3) jump combinations or jump sequences in the free program.
One (1) jump combination may consist of up to three (3) listed jumps. Two (2) jump combinations may consist of two (2) listed jumps.
A jump combination may consist of the same or another single or double jump, with the exception of the jumps in bold above.
A jump sequence may consist of any number of single and double jumps, with the exception of the jumps in bold above, that may be linked by non-listed jumps like
mazurkas etc. and/or hops immediately following each other while maintaining the jump rhythm (knee); there can be no steps, turns, crossovers or stroking during the
sequence. Only the two (2) listed jumps with the highest value will count towards the technical score.
Each listed jump may be performed a maximum of two (2) times.
Please note that the half-loop when used in combination/sequence, in between two listed jumps, is considered as a listed jump with the value of a single loop (1Lo).
Non-listed jumps may be included in the program as part of connecting footwork.
b. A maximum of three (3) spins of a different abbreviation, one (1) of which must be a spin combination with a change of foot and one (1) of which must be a flying
spin or a spin with a flying entrance.
The spins must have a required minimum number of revolutions: four (4) for any spin with no change of foot, and eight (8) for any spin with a change of foot.
A spin that has no basic position with 2 revolutions will receive no level and no value, however a spin with less than three rotations is considered as a skating
movement and not a spin.
Spin combinations must include a minimum of two (2) different basic positions with two (2) revolutions in each of these positions anywhere within the spin.
To receive full value, a spin combination must include all three (3) basic positions.
The change of foot in any spin must be preceded and followed by a spin position with at least three (3) revolutions. If this requirement is not fulfilled, the short
part of the spin will be ignored including any features.
c. A maximum of one (1) step sequence, fully utilizing the ice surface. Only the first executed attempt of a step sequence will contribute to the technical score.
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED The maximum time is 2 minutes and 50 seconds, but may be less.
The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.6.
Only features up to and including Level 3 will be counted for the spins and step sequence. Any additional features will not count for level requirements and will be
ignored by the Technical Panel.
The warm-up duration is six (6) minutes.
Adult Single Masters
A competitor in the Masters Free Skating event must perform a well-balanced program that may contain:
a. A maximum of six (6) jump elements, one of which must be an Axel type jump. Single, double and triple jumps are permitted. There may be up to three (3)
jump combinations or jump sequences in the free program.
One (1) jump combination may consist of up to three (3) listed jumps. Two (2) jump combinations may consist of two (2) listed jumps.
A jump combination may consist of the same or another single, double or triple jump.
A jump sequence may consist of any number of jumps of any number of revolutions that may be linked by non-listed jumps like mazurkas etc. and/or
hops immediately following each other while maintaining the jump rhythm (knee); there can be no steps, turns, crossovers or stroking during the sequence.
Only the two (2) listed jumps with the highest value will count towards the technical score.
Each listed jump may be performed a maximum of two (2) times.
Please note that the half-loop when used in combination/sequence, in between two listed jumps, is considered as a listed jump with the value of a single loop (1Lo).
Non-listed jumps may be included in the program as part of connecting footwork.
b. A maximum of three (3) spins of a different abbreviation, one (1) of which must be a spin combination with a change of foot and one (1) of which must be a
flying spin or a spin with a flying entrance.
The spins must have a required minimum number of revolutions: five (5) for any spin with no change of foot, and eight (8) for any spin with a change of foot.
A spin that has no basic position with 2 revolutions will receive no level and no value, however a spin with less than three rotations is considered as a skating
movement and not a spin.
Spin combinations must include a minimum of two (2) different basic positions with two (2) revolutions in each of these positions anywhere within the spin.
To receive full value, a spin combination must include all three (3) basic positions.
The change of foot in any spin must be preceded and followed by a spin position with at least three (3) revolutions. If this requirement is not fulfilled, the
short part of the spin will be ignored including any features.
c. A maximum of one (1) step sequence, fully utilizing the ice surface.
Only the first executed attempt of a step sequence will contribute to the technical score.
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED The maximum time is 3 minutes and 10 seconds, but may be less.
The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.6.
The warm-up duration is six (6) minutes.
Pair Free Skating
Each couple consists of a man and a lady.
Masters Pair Skating
Masters pairs must perform a well-balanced program that may contain:
a. A maximum of three (3) different lifts, one of which may be a twist lift.
In lifts of Group 1 and Group 2, the man’s lifting hand(s) should be above his shoulder line.
In lifts of Groups 3–4-5, full extension of the lifting arm(s) is mandatory.
b. A maximum of two (2) throw jumps (single or double).
c. A maximum of one (1) solo jump. Single, double and triple jumps are permitted.
d. A maximum of one (1) jump combination with a maximum of three (3) listed jumps or one (1) jump sequence with any number of jumps. Only the two (2)
listed jumps with the highest value will count towards the technical score.
e. A maximum of one (1) pair spin (pair spin or pair spin combination).
The spin must have a required minimum number of revolutions: four (4) revolutions for a pair spin and six (6) for a pair spin combination. A pair spin
combination must have a change of foot by both partners with at least three (3) revolutions on each foot and at least one (1) change of position by both
partners. If there is no change of foot or no change of position by one or both partners, the spin will be called as a pair spin.
There must be a minimum of two (2) revolutions in each position or the position will not be counted.
f. A maximum of one (1) solo spin.
The solo spin must have a required minimum number of revolutions: five (5) for the flying spin with no change of foot after landing, five (5) for the
spin with only one position and no change of foot and five (5) for the spin combination with no change of foot and eight (4 + 4) for the spin combination
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There must be a minimum of two (2) revolutions in each position or the position will not be counted.
Spin combinations must include a minimum of two (2) different basic positions with two (2) revolutions in each of these positions anywhere within the
spin. To receive full value, a spin combination must include all three (3) basic positions.
g. A maximum of one (1) death spiral or pivot figure (position optional).
At least ¾ revolution in pivot position by the man is required for the death spiral.
At least one revolution in pivot position by the man is required for pivot figure.
h. A maximum of one (1) step sequence, utilizing at least half (1/2) of the ice surface.
Only the first executed attempt of a step sequence will contribute to the technical score
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED The maximum time is 3 minutes and 40 seconds, but may be less.
The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.6.
The warm-up duration is six (6) minutes.
Intermediate Pair Skating
Pairs must perform a well-balanced program that may contain:
a. A maximum of two (2) different lifts of Group 1 or Group 2 with a minimum ½ revolution for the man and 1 revolution for the lady.
The man’s lifting hand(s) should be above his shoulder line.
Variations of the lady’s position, no-handed and one-handed lifts, and combination lifts are not permitted.
Lifts of Groups 3-4-5 are not permitted.
Twist lifts are not permitted.
A different take-off counts as a different lift.
b. A maximum of one (1) single throw jump (including the throw Axel).
Double and triple jumps are not permitted.
c. A maximum of one (1) solo single jump (including the single Axel).
Double and triple jumps are not permitted.
d. A maximum of one (1) jump combination with a maximum of three (3) listed jumps or one (1) jump sequence with any number of jumps (only the two
jumps with the highest value will count for points).
Only single jumps are allowed (including the single Axel).
Double and triple jumps are not permitted.
e. A maximum of one (1) pair spin (pair spin or pair combination spin).
The spin must have a required minimum number of revolutions: four (4) revolutions for a pair spin and six (6) for a pair spin combination. A pair spin
combination must have a change of foot by both partners with at least three (3) revolutions on each foot and at least one (1) change of position by both
partners. If there is no change of foot or no change of position by one or both partners, the spin will be called as a pair spin.
There must be a minimum of two (2) revolutions in each position or the position will not be counted.
f. A maximum of one (1) death spiral or pivot figure (position optional).
At least ¾ revolution in pivot position by the man is required for the death spiral.
At least one (1) revolution in pivot position by the man is required for the pivot figure.
g. A maximum of one (1) step sequence, fully utilizing the ice surface.
Only the first executed attempt of a step sequence will contribute to the technical score.
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED The maximum time is 2 minutes and 50 seconds, but may be less.
The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.6. Only features up to and including Level 2 will be counted for the spins and
step sequence. Any additional features will not count for level requirements and will be ignored by the Technical Panel.
The warm-up duration is six (6) minutes.
Adult Pair Skating
Pairs must perform a well-balanced program that may contain:
a. A maximum of one (1) lift of Group 1 or Group 2 with a minimum ½ revolution for the man.
The man’s lifting hand(s) should be above his shoulder line.
Variations of the lady’s position, no-handed and one-handed lifts, and combination lifts are not permitted.
Lifts of Groups 3-4-5 are not permitted,
Twist lifts are not permitted.
b. A maximum of one (1) single throw jump.
Throw double and triple jumps are not permitted.
Throw Axel is not permitted.
c. A maximum of one (1) solo single jump.
Double and triple jumps are not permitted.
Axel type jumps are not permitted.
d. A maximum of one (1) jump combination with a maximum of two (2) listed jumps or one (1) jump sequence with any number of jumps (only the
two jumps with the highest value will count for points).
Only single jumps are allowed.
Double and triple jumps are not permitted.
Axel type jumps are not permitted.
e. A maximum of one (1) pair spin.
A pair spin is any spin no change of foot or no change of position by one or both partners.
Pair combination spins (spins with a change of foot and change of position by both partners) are not permitted.
There must be a minimum of two (2) revolutions in each position or the position will not be counted.
Only features up to and including Level 1 will be counted. Any additional features will not count for level requirements and will be ignored
by the Technical Panel.
f. A maximum of one (1) pivot figure (position optional).
At least one (1) revolution in pivot position by the man is required. g. A maximum of one (1) choreographic sequence that fully utilizes
the ice surface.
A choreographic sequence consists of any kind of movements like steps, turns, spirals, arabesques, spread eagles, Ina Bauers,
hydroblading, transitional (unlisted) jumps, spinning movements etc.
The pattern is not restricted.
A choreographic sequence has a base value and will be evaluated by the judges in GOE only.
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED The maximum time is 2 minutes and 30 seconds, but may be less.
The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.6.
The warm-up duration is six (6) minutes.
Ice Dance
General Regulations: Competition for couples and solo skaters. There will be a separate solo competition for Men and Ladies at each level and for couples.
Each couple consists of a man and a lady. The Man must skate the Man’s Steps and the Lady must skate the Lady’s Steps. Each
skater may compete with only one and the same partner or solo in the Ice Dance competitions.
Pattern Dance/ Solo Pattern Dance
In accordance with ISU Rules 707, 708, Rule 353, paragraph 1.n) and ISU Communication No.1857 and No.1860, official ISU Pattern Dance music will
be used, except that skaters shall provide their own music for the following Pattern Dances:
Foxtrot (Bronze)
Paso Doble (Silver)
Westminster Waltz (Gold)
Rhumba (Masters/Masters Elite)
The music must be chosen in accordance with the rhythm of the Pattern Dance. The chosen music may also be a tune from ISU Ice Dance music. In this
case only tunes 1 to 5 can be chosen and the music must be recorded on the skaters’ own disc. A violation of tempo specifications will result in a 1.0 point
deduction by the Referee.
Vocal music may be used. For the application of Rule 708 paragraph 1.d) with music provided by the couple, it is specified that
the start of the first step of
the dance must be on beat 1 of a measure (unless otherwise specified in the description of the dance). Rule 707, paragraph 4
provides that the Referee may
announce the approximate location at which the Pattern Dances must be started.
All Pattern Dances shall be started so that
the steps of the first side of the pattern are skated in front of the Judges unless otherwise specified by the Referee.
If the Referee changes the side to start,
the change must be announced at the time of the first draw for starting order.
One of the pattern dances will have music chosen by the skaters.
Tempo specification for the Pattern Dance music is as follows:
(Bronze) Foxtrot: 25 measures of 4 beats per minute or 100 beats per minute, plus or minus 2 beats per minute
(Silver): Paso Doble - 56 measures of 2 beats per minute or 112 beats per minute, plus or minus 2 beats per minute
(Gold): Westminster Waltz - 54 measures of 3 beats per minute or 162 beats per minute, plus or minus 2 beats per minute
(Masters): Rhumba – 44 measures of 4 beats per minute or 176 beats per minute, plus or minus 2 beats per minute.
The Tempo throughout the required Sequences must be constant and in accordance with the required Tempo of the Pattern Dance (see ISU Handbook Ice Dance 2003)
plus or minus 2 beats per minute. The couple shall furnish competition music in accordance with Rule 343, paragraph 1. The other Pattern Dance in each category
will use ISU Ice Dance music that will be provided by the organizers.
The Pattern Dances will be judged without Key Points.
References: ISU Handbook Ice Dance 2003
Masters
# 6 Westminster Waltz (2 sequences)
# 17 Rhumba (4 sequences) – skaters choose own music
Gold
# 6 Westminster Waltz (2 sequences) – skaters choose own music
# 23 Blues (3 sequences)
Silver
# 5 American Waltz (2 sequences)
#16 Paso Doble (2 sequences) –skaters choose own music
Bronze
# 2 Foxtrot (2 sequences) – skaters choose own music
# 4 European Waltz (2 sequences)
The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 0.7 (Rule 353, paragraph 1.m).
The Total Score for each dance will be multiplied by a factor of 0.5 (Rule 353, paragraph 1.b).
The warm-up duration is four (4) minutes.
Short Dance
General Regulations: See: ISU Communication No. 2076, 2086 and 2108 Ice Dance Requirements for Technical Rules Season 2017 / 2018.
All Key Points and Key Points Features for Pattern Elements are described in this Communication. This competition will follow the requirements for the
Junior Short Dance described in ISU Communication 2076.
Note: there are some adjustments for the Adult Competition.
The rhythms for the Short Dance in the season 2017/18 are as follows: Cha Cha plus any number of the following rhythms: Rhumba, Samba, Mambo,
Meringe, Salsa, Bachata and any closely related Latin American rhythm.
Masters
Couples entering this category will compete against other Masters Ice Dancers. (Recommended for gold level or above ice dancers.)
The technical requirements are the same as for the category “Short Dance”.
Adult
Couples entering this category will compete against others at the Adult Short Dance level. (Recommended for silver level ice dancers.)
The technical requirements are the same as for the category “Short Dance".
Required Short Dance Elements
Pattern Dance:
One sequences of the Cha Cha Congelado. Each section of the Cha Cha Congelado must be skated one after the other. Section 1(steps #1-17)
followed by Section 2 (steps #18-38) with Step #1 skated on the judges opposite side.
The Pattern Dance Elements must be skated on the Cha Cha Rhythm. The tempo of music throughout the Pattern Dance Elements must be
constant and in accordance with the required Tempo of the Pattern Dance Element Cha Cha: i.e. 29 measures of 4 beats or 116 beats per
minute, plus or minus 2 beats per minute.
One (1) Short Dance lift (maximum 7 seconds) is required. In addition, one (1) Transitional Dance Lift (up to 7 seconds), but no more,
performed optionally after the required Dance Lift, is permitted.
One (1) Not Touching Midline Step Sequence OR Not Touching Circular Step Sequence OR Not Touching Diagonal Step Sequence:
This step sequence must be skated on one of the other rhythms and not the Cha Cha rhythm.
One (1) Set of Sequential Twizzles.
Elements should be integrated into the composition of the dance so the concept and choreography must produce the feeling of a unified dance.
The Dance Spin is not a Required Element. Nevertheless, a spinning movement skated by the couple together in any hold around a common axis
on one foot (or two feet) with any number of rotations is permitted. A couple may choose to use this movement as part of their choreography.
The Technical Panel will ignore these movements and the Judges will not consider these movements as one of the permitted stops.
Specifications:
The description, chart and diagrams of the Pattern Dances are included in the ISU Handbook Ice Dance 2003.
The concept and choreography must produce the feeling of a unified dance. The Pattern Dance elements may be skated anywhere in the
Short Dance and should be integrated into the composition of the dance – there should not be the feeling that the rhythms are just put together
without thought of how they fit together.
Note: as per ISU Communication 1860, paragraph 3, a Pattern Dance Element not started on the required beat must be penalized by Judges.
Music for the entire Short Dance (including music for specified Pattern Dance Elements) is provided by the couple.
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED. The maximum time is 2 minutes and 50 seconds, but may be less.
The points for each Program component are multiplied by a factor of 0,8 (Rule 353, paragraph 1.m).
The warm-up duration is five (5) minutes.
Free Dance
General regulations:
See: ISU Special Regulations, Section D. Free Dance, Rule 710 and all pertinent ISU Communications
The following are the Requirements for Music for Free Dance (Rule 710, paragraph 1.c). Music that does not adhere to these descriptions will be severely penalized.
The music for Free Dance may be vocal and must be suitable for Ice Dance as a sport discipline and must have the following characteristics:
i) The music must have an audible rhythmic beat and melody, or audible rhythmic beat alone, but not melody alone, and may be vocal. The music may be without
an audible rhythmic beat for up to International Adult Figure Skating Competition 2018 17 ten (10) seconds at the beginning or end of the program and up to ten (10)
seconds during the program.
ii) The music must have at least one change of tempo and expression. These changes may be gradual or immediate, but in either case they must be obvious.
iii) All music, including classical music, must be cut/edited, orchestrated or arranged in a way that it creates an interesting, colourful, entertaining dance
program with different dance moods or a building effect.
iv) The music must be suitable for the Couple’s skating skills and technical ability.
Free Dance music that does not adhere to these requirements will be penalized
by a deduction (See Rule 353, paragraph 1.n).
Masters
Couples entering this category will compete against other Masters Ice Dancers. The technical requirements are the same as those for the category“Gold Free Dance” (below).
Gold
Couples must perform a well-balanced program that may contain:
a. A maximum of two (2) different Dance Lifts, one (1) Short Lift with a maximum duration of 7 seconds and one (1) Combination Lift with a maximum duration of 12 seconds;
OR three (3) different types of Short Lifts with a maximum duration of 7 seconds each.
b. A maximum of one (1) Dance Spin (Spin or Combination Spin).
c. A maximum of one (1) Circular Step Sequence in Hold, Style A.
d. A maximum of one (1) Set of Synchronized Twizzles with up to three (3) steps between.
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED. The maximum time is 3 minutes and 10 seconds, but may be less.
The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.2 (Rule 353,paragraph 1.m).
Silver
Couples must perform a well-balanced program that may contain:
a. A maximum of one (1) Short Lift, with a maximum duration of 7 sec. And only a maximum Level 2 lift will be counted.
b. A maximum of one (1) Diagonal Step Sequence in Hold, Style B.
c. A maximum of one (1) Set of Synchronized Twizzles with up to three (3) steps between.
d. A maximum of one (1) Dance Spin (Spin or Combination Spin).
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED. The maximum time is 2 minutes and 40 seconds, but may be less.
The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.2 (Rule 353,paragraph 1.m).
Bronze
Couples must perform a well-balanced program that may contain:
a. A maximum of one (1) Short Lift, with a maximum duration of 7 sec. Note that only a maximum Level 1 lift will be counted.
b. A maximum of one (1) Diagonal Step Sequence in Hold, Style B
c. A maximum of one (1) Dance Spin (No combination).
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED The maximum time is 2 minutes, but may be less.
The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.2 (Rule 353, paragraph 1.m).
The warm-up duration is five (5) minutes.
Artistic Skating
General Regulations:
The artistic events consist of free skating and pair free skating programs judged only on the basis of the Program Components:
Skating skills
Transitions
Performance
Composition
Interpretation/Timing
See ISU Special Regulations and Technical Rules 2016, Singles & Pair Skating, Rule 504, paragraph 3 for a detailed description of Program Components.
The respective Rules can be found on the ISU website.
There will be no technical panel and no technical mark given. The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.0
The artistic program consists of a variety of skating moves selected for their value in demonstrating skating ability and enhancing the skater’s interpretation of the music.
Skaters will be judged on their ability to interpret the music and develop a theme through their skating. Credit for technical elements is based solely on the ability of
such movements to enhance the chosen theme and support the music. Credit will not be given for their technical difficulty.
The program must be developed through skating skill and quality rather than through non-skating actions such as sliding on one knee or excessive use of toe steps,
which should be used only to reflect the character of the program and to underline the rhythm and nuances of the chosen music. The skater/pair must not remain in one
place for more than five (5) seconds.
Any element exceeding the maximum number as set forth below will be judged as an illegal element (1.0 deduction). If there is no jump or no spin element included or
only a jump and no spin or vice versa a deduction for a “missing element” of 1.0 will be made. The Referee is responsible for such deductions.
Clothing and make-up must be modest, dignified and appropriate for athletic competition – not garish or theatrical in design. Clothing may, however, reflect the character
of the music chosen. Clothing must not give the effect of excessive nudity. The theme of the program should be recognizable from the skating movements and
choreography – regardless of what the skater is wearing.
Props and accessories may not be used in any part of the artistic programs. Any item that is held in the hand or removed during the performance is considered a prop.
Thus, for example, a hat worn throughout the program is not considered to be a prop, but if it is intentionally removed during the performance it is considered a prop.
Objects on the ice, thrown in the audience, placed on the boards or on the judges table are not permitted.
Costumes that contain particles that may mar or leave anything
on the ice surface (feathers, boas, excessive beading) are considered unsafe and are not permitted.
The deduction for inappropriate clothing or make-up props and accessories (1.0) will be determined by a majority of the judges and the referee.
Illegal elements:
Somersault type jumps
Lying on the ice and prolonged and/or stationary kneeling on both knees on the ice
The warm-up duration is five (5) minutes for all artistic free skating events.
Artistic Single Skating
Competitions will be held at the Masters, Gold, Silver and Bronze levels.
The Artistic Free Skate is a competitive program that must include elements of the sport of figure skating.
At least one (1) and a maximum of two (2) single jumps MUST be included. At least one (1) and a maximum of two (2) spins MUST be included.
No Axel type jumps, double or triple jumps are allowed. No combination jumps are allowed.
The maximum time for Masters Artistic Free Skating is 2 minutes and 10 seconds, but may be less.
The maximum time for Gold, Silver and Bronze Artistic Free Skating is 1 minute and 40 seconds but may be less.
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED
Pair Artistic Free Skating
Each pair artistic team must consist of one man and one lady.
Coaches and students are welcome to compete in all events, however, this competition DOES NOT have a PRO-AM category and it is MANDATORY that pair
couples enter at the skill level of the more skilled skater.
Masters Pair Artistic Skating
The Masters Pair Artistic Free Skate is a competitive program that must include elements of the sport of pair figure skating. Each pair must include at least three (3)
and no more than four (4) elements selected from:
a. A maximum of one (1) solo jump OR one (1) throw jump. Axel type jumps, double and triple jumps are not permitted. Combination jumps are not permitted.
b. A maximum of one (1) pair spin (pair spin or pair spin combination) OR one (1) solo spin.
c. A maximum of one (1) death spiral or pivot figure (position optional).
d. A maximum of one (1) lift of Group 1 or Group 2.
Variations of the lady’s position, no-handed and one-handed lifts, and combination lifts are not permitted.
Twist lifts are not permitted.
Lifts of Groups 3-4-5 are not permitted.
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED
The maximum time is 2 minutes and 20 seconds, but may be less.
The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.0
Intermediate Pair Artistic Skating
The Pair Artistic Free Skate is a competitive program that must include elements of the sport of pair figure skating. Each pair must include at least three (3) and no more
than four (4) elements selected from:
a. A maximum of one (1) solo jump OR one (1) throw jump. Axel type jumps, double and triple jumps are not permitted. Combination jumps are not permitted.
b. A maximum of one (1) pair spin (pair spin or pair spin combination) OR one (1) solo spin.
c. A maximum of one (1) death spiral or pivot figure (position optional).
d. A maximum of one (1) lift of Group 1 or Group 2.
Variations of the lady’s position, no-handed and one-handed lifts, and combination lifts are not permitted.
Twist lifts are not permitted.
Lifts of Groups 3-4-5 are not permitted.
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED
The maximum time is 1 minute and 50 seconds, but may be less.
The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.0
Adult Pair Artistic Skating
The Pair Artistic Free Skate is a competitive program that must include elements of the sport of pair figure skating. Each pair must include at least three (3) and no more
than four (4) elements selected from:
a. A maximum of one (1) solo jump OR one (1) throw jump. Axel type jumps, double and triple jumps are not permitted. Combination jumps are not permitted.
b. A maximum of one (1) pair spin OR one (1) solo spin. Pair spin combinations and flying spins are not permitted.
c. A maximum of one (1) pivot figure (position optional).
d. A maximum of one (1) lift of Group 1 or Group 2.
Variations of the lady’s position, no-handed and one-handed lifts, and combination lifts are not permitted.
Twist lifts are not permitted.
Lifts of Groups 3-4-5 are not permitted.
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED
The maximum time is 1 minute and 50 seconds, but may be less.
The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.0
