ARTISTIC SOLO 1-10

Skaters perform a program to music with emphasis on strong edges, flow, choreography, innovative moves and musical interpretation. There is no score for technical ability in this event.

The Duration time for FS6-10 levels is 2 minutes. Duration time for FS1-5 levels is 1.5 minutes.


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COUPLES 1-10 - (Similar / Mixed)

Two skaters perform their routine to music that requires maneuvers from their current Freestyle test level. This event is like a Freestyle skating program by two skaters in unison.


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COUPLES SPOTLIGHT - (Low / Medium / High)

A spotlight routine of two skaters together performing a routine that is entertaining using costumes and props. If enough entries, we will also divide events into Character / Dramatic / Light Entertainment categories. Please mark the correct category box on your entry form.

This event is divided into 3 levels.

Event level is based on level of highest partner.


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DANCE 1-10

This is the skater's version of Ballroom Dancing. Test levels begin with the basic steps then advance to a high performance level. Ice Dancing can be enjoyed at any age or level. Skaters ARE NOT REQUIRED to pass the Delta test to participate in Ice Dance events.

Ice Dancing 1-10 tests may be taken solo or with a partner.

There is a new set of Free Dance 1-10 tests. These separate Free Dance tests must be passed before competing in the Free Dance events at competitions.

SOLO, SIMILAR & MIXED DANCES
Dance 1 Chasse Sequence
Dance 2 Dutch Waltz
Dance 3 Canasta Tango
Dance 4 Fiesta Tango
Dance 5 Willow Waltz
Dance 6 Fourteen Step
Dance 7 European Waltz
Dance 8 Paso Doble
Dance 9 Kilian
Dance 10 Viennese Waltz


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ENSEMBLE

This new Ensemble event is for small groups of 3-7 skaters. It's the same as a small production number or a group spotlight event by using music & theme with elaborate costumes & props to enhance the theme. Costume/prop guidelines and judging criteria is the same as for Family Spotlight events. Duration 3 minutes.


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FAMILY SPOTLIGHT

Two or more family members can show their skating skills and acting ability in this Spotlight event. This event is divided by number of skaters only and not by age groups or levels, unless enough entries. Duration for all Family Spotlight events is 1.5 minutes.


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FIGURES 1-10

Based on the original "school" figure eight. Skaters perform a required figure patterns 3 times on each foot. Judging is based on the size & shape of the circles, edges, flow & pattern.

Refer to the current edition of the ISI Skaters & Coaches Handbook for description of Creative Figure and Free Figure events.

Figure 1 Forward Inside 8
Figure 2 Back Outside 8
Figure 3 RFO/LBI 3's
Figure 4 FO Loops
Figure 5 BO Loops
Figure 6 LFO/RBI Brackets
Figure 7 RFO/LFI Paragraph 3's
Figure 8 RBO/LBI Change Loops
Figure 9 LBO/RBI Paragraph Double 3's
Figure 10 The Flower


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FOOTWORK 1-10

A one-minute program to music using various turns and connecting steps with limited jumps or spins.


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FREESTYLE 1-10

A program routine to music with emphasis on the required test level maneuvers from the skater's current freestyle level. Various skills are required, depending on the test level.


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FREESTYLE SYNCHRO TEAM 1-10

Three to seven skaters can enter this newer form of group skating. They must perform the same identical Freestyle program by shadow skating in unison. All of the test level requirements must be performed by each skater at the same time.


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HOCKEY - Skating, Shooting, & Goalie

Hockey Skating - Skater skates 1 lap forward around the rink with the puck on the stick. They drop the puck, and then turn around backwards to skate 1 lap backwards. Skater with fastest time wins.

Hockey Shooting - Skater skates with stick & puck around a zig-zag cone course and then shoots the puck into the goal. Timing stops when the puck enters the goal. Skater with fastest time wins.

Hockey Goalie - Skater tries to stop 10 shots on goal. Goalie stopping the most shots wins.


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INTERPRETIVE 1-10

Skaters hear a piece of music during the group warm-up and then mentally choreograph a skating routine to it. Emphasis is on the skater's ability to choreograph to music and not on the difficulty of the skating maneuvers performed. There will be 2 skaters on the ice at the same time (Panel A / B format), but those 2 skaters will not be competing against each other in the same group. No backward arabesques/spirals are allowed in this event for the safety of all competitors.


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JUMP & SPIN (Low / Medium / Intermediate / High)

Two skaters enter the ice as a team. The first skater performs their choice of a required jump 2 times, followed by the second skater performing their choice of a required spin 2 times. Only the best attempt at each element will be scored. Jump & Spin events will be done with Panel A / B / C format.

ALL JUMP & SPIN EVENTS will be done on 1/2 ICE ONLY.

Approximate 1/2 ICE SIZE at Sunway Pyramid Ice is 39m x 22.5m

Category Levels:

If two skaters from different category levels wish to compete together, the team will be entered in the highest level of the two skaters. Entries will be grouped by the average age of both team members.

Required Maneuvers:

KALEIDOSKATE

Group number where 8 or more skaters perform constantly changing patterns on the ice. Props can be used and use of colors is also an important part of the "design".


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PAIRS 1-10

Similar to Couples, but routines include pair lifts and pair spins as well.


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PATTERN SKATING

This unique form of group skating is done by at least 4 people. Working off a common circle, skaters "draw" patterns, formations, and designs on the ice to music.


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PRE ALPHA / ALPHA / BETA / GAMMA / DELTA SOLO

Skater performs a one-minute program routine to music that emphasizes the required test level maneuvers from Pre-Alpha through Delta levels. Depending on test level, specific skill requirements must be performed.


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PRODUCTION TEAM

Group number for 8 or more skaters that uses music & themes with elaborate costumes & props.


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RHYTHMIC SKATING

This new entertaining event requires the use of one hand-held prop listed below. The program should contain elements that employ the use of the prop throughout the routine. The skater must maintain control of the prop at all times.

The same rules and limitations apply as for Spotlight solo events. Props are not allowed on the event Warm-Up.

Choice of One:

Rhythmic Program Duration:

FS1 - FS3 = 1 min. FS4 - FS5 = 1.5 min. FS6 - FS10 = 2 min.

Judging Criteria: Music & Choreography, Use of Prop, Judge Appeal, Duration


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SOLO COMPULSORIES 1-10

The skater will perform only the 3 required maneuvers listed below from their Freestyle test level IN ANY ORDER. They have only one attempt at each maneuver. Additional maneuvers such as ANY JUMP, SPIN, OR GLIDING MANEUVER from a test level or any uncaptured move ARE NOT ALLOWED.
There is a 1-minute time limit for all levels.

Approximate 1/2 ICE SIZE at Sunway Pyramid Ice is 19.5m x 11.25m
Approximate FULL ICE SIZE at Sunway Pyramid Ice is 39m x 22.5m

Required Maneuvers:

Freestyle 1 Forward Inside Pivot / ½ Flip Jump / Waltz Jump

Freestyle 2 ½ Lutz Jump / 1-Foot Spin / Ballet Jump

Freestyle 3 Salchow Jump / Backward Pivot / Toe Loop Jump

Freestyle 4 ½ Loop Jump / Sit Spin / Flip Jump

Freestyle 5 Back Spin / Axel Jump / Camel Spin

Freestyle 6 Combination Spin / Split Jump / Double Salchow

Freestyle 7 Axel Jump Combination / Flying Camel Spin / Opposite Jump

Freestyle 8 Double Loop Jump / Flying Sit or Axel Sit Spin / Jump Combination

Freestyle 9 Double Lutz Jump / Double Axel / Flying Camel Spin Combination

Freestyle 10 Triple Edge Jump / Death Drop / 3 x Arabian or Butterfly Jumps


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SPEEDRACING

Skaters will race only forwards around the rink for two laps. Skaters under 10 years will race one lap. Skaters will start 2 at a time from 2 different points on the rink. The skater with the fastest time in the entire age group event will win (not just fastest of the 2 skaters in that timing group). Helmets will be provided by the host rink. All skaters must supply their own elbow and knee pads to compete. You will not be allowed to skate without them!


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SPOTLIGHT SOLO PROGRAM

This is an entertaining and "fun" routine which emphasis the skater's acting ability and not technical skating ability. a) CHARACTER - a famous, easily identifiable character. b) DRAMATIC - a theatrical performance that sets a mood and evokes an emotional response. c) LIGHT ENTERTAINMENT - to entertain / light-hearted. Please mark the correct category box on your Entry Form.

NOTE: Solo Spotlight Duration for FS6-10 levels is now 2 minutes.


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STROKING (Alpha / Beta / Gamma / Delta Only)

Skaters compete together in groups wearing colored numbers for easy identification by the Judges. They perform only forward stroking and crossovers in both directions. This is the very basic skill of skating.


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SURPRISE EVENTS - (All Ages & Levels)

A "fun" event where individual skaters are grouped together by age and/or skating levels. The skaters don't know what they will be asked to do until the event begins, but this event usually consists of tasks not related to skating ability level.


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SYNCHRONIZED COMPULSORIES

Synchronized Formation and Skating teams (8-24 skaters) shall perform 4 or 5 required elements to music, with no additional moves permitted. Teams will be divided by age groups, if registration justifies. For details of compulsory maneuvers, please see the current edition of the ISI Skaters & Coaches Handbook.


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SYNCHRONIZED TEAMS

A group number for 8-24 skaters to perform in unison. They can incorporate various skating formations such as circles, pinwheels, lines, footwork sequences and dance steps. For complete description of Formation, Skating, and Dance categories, please see the current edition of ISI Skaters & Coaches Handbook.


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TEAM COMPULSORIES 1-10

Six skaters perform a lively routine. During the program each skater performs one required test level requirement two times each. Lively music and entertaining themes are featured in the event.

Note: FS6-10 teams require 7 skaters.


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TEAM SURPRISE (All Levels)

This is a fun, new "team" version of Surprise events. Each team must have 4 skaters. Each skater may only participate on one "team". Skaters under 6 years are not permitted in Team Surprise events.

Teams can be made with all males, all females, or any combination - as long as the resulting test level category is the same for ALL TEAM MEMBERS. Entries will be divided into competition groups based on the average age of all 4 team members.

These "surprises" will be relay-type event where every member of the team must complete a required task. Some events might be related to skating ability - and some may not. Grab your friends and join this EXCITING NEW TEAM EVENT … FOR FUN ! ! !

Category Levels:

Skaters may skate in a higher team category - but not in a lower team category from their current competition test level. If entries are received with a team of skaters from different category levels, the team will be entered into the highest level of the highest skater.