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SECTION 3
FIGURE SKATING
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Effective 1 May 2015
Rule 300
Disciplines of Figure Skating
Refer ISU Rule 300
Rule 301
Single Skating
Refer ISU Rule 301
Rule 302
Pair Skating
Refer ISU Rule 302
Rule 303
Ice Dance
Refer ISU Rule 303
Rule 304
1.
Definition of the skate blade and clothing
Refer ISU Rule 500
Rule 305
1.
305.1
Duration of Skating
Short Program
Novice Singles, as defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Advanced
Novice.
305.2
Free Skating
Preliminary Singles
1 minute and 30 seconds +/- 10 seconds
Elementary Singles
2 minutes +/- 10 seconds
Pre-Primary Pairs
2 minutes +/- 10 seconds
Pre-Primary Singles, as defined in ISU Communication for Novice competitions, Basic Novice
‘A’.
Primary Pair, as defined in ISU Communication for Novice competitions, Basic Novice Pairs.
Primary Singles, as defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Basic Novice ‘B’.
Intermediate Singles, as defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Basic
Novice ‘B’.
Novice Singles, as defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Advanced
Novice.
Novice Pairs, as defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Advanced Pairs.
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Free Dance
Elementary Dance
1 minute and 30 seconds +/- 10 seconds
Pre-Primary Dance
2 minutes +/- 10 seconds
Primary Dance, as defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Basic Novice.
Novice Dance as defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Advanced Novice.
Rule 306
FALL DEDUCTION DURING COMPETITIONS
Preliminary Singles – will incur a deduction of 0.5 for each fall
Elementary Singles – will incur a deduction of 0.5 for each fall
Elementary Dance – will incur a deduction of 0.5 for each fall of one partner and 1.0 for a fall of both
partners
Pre-Primary Dance – will incur a deduction of 0.5 for each fall of one partner and 1.0 for a fall of both
partners.
Pre-Primary Pairs – will incur a deduction of 0.5 for each fall of one partner and 1.0 for a fall of both
partners.
LEVELS OF DIFFICULTY
Preliminary Singles, only features up to Level 1 will be counted; any additional features will not count
for Level requirements and will be ignored by the Technical Panel.
Elementary Singles, only features up to Level 1 will be counted; any additional features will not count
for Level requirements and will be ignored by the Technical Panel.
Elementary Dance, only features up to Level 1 will be counted; any additional features will not count
for Level requirements and will be ignored by the Technical Panel.
Pre-Primary Singles, as defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Basic Novice ‘A’.
Pre-Primary Dance, only features up to Level 1 will be counted; any additional features will not count
for Level requirements and will be ignored by the Technical Panel.
Pre-Primary Pair, only features up to Level 2 will be counted; any additional features will not count for
Level requirements and will be ignored by the Technical Panel.
Primary Singles, as defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Basic Novice ‘B’.
Primary Pairs, as defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Basic Novice Pairs.
Primary Dance, as defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Basic Novice Dance.
Intermediate Singles, as defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Basic Novice ‘B’.
Novice Singles, as defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Advanced Novice.
Novice Pairs, as defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Advanced Novice Pairs.
Novice Dance, as defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Advanced Novice Dance.
PROGRAM COMPONENT FACTORS – Single and Pair Skating
The judging panel’s points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor as follows:
Preliminary Singles
FS: 2.5
Skating Skills: 1.00
Performance / Execution: 1.00
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FS: 2.5
Skating Skills: 1.00
Performance / Execution: 1.00
Elementary Dance
FD: 1.0
Skating Skills: 1.20
Transitions / Linking Footwork / Movements: 1.20
Performance / Execution: 1.20
Composition / Choreography: 1.20
Interpretation / Timing: 1.20
Pre-Primary Pair
FS: 2.5
Skating Skills: 1.00
Performance / Execution: 1.00
Pre-Primary Dance
FD: 1.0
Skating Skills: 1.20
Transitions / Linking Footwork / Movements: 1.20
Performance / Execution: 1.20
Composition / Choreography: 1.20
Interpretation / Timing: 1.20
Pre-Primary Singles, as defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Basic Novice ‘A’.
Primary Singles, as defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Basic Novice ‘B’.
Primary Dance, as defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Basic Novice Dance.
Primary Pair, as defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Basic Novice Pair.
Intermediate Singles, as defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Basic Novice ‘B’.
Novice Singles, as defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Advanced Novice.
Novice Pairs, as defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Advanced Novice Pairs.
Novice Dance, as defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Advanced Novice Dance.
Rule 307
SKATING ORDER FOR FREE SKATING AND FREE DANCE
There will be no draw for the order of skating for the Free Skate or Free Dance section of a
competition, competitors will skate in reverse order to their places in the preceding segment of the
competition (if there is one), that is, with the best place Competitor skating last. The order of skating
between tied Competitors shall be determined by a separate draw.
For events with only a Free Skate or Free Dance, the normal draw process for skating order will still be
performed.
Rules 308 - 309 (Reserved)
Rule 310
SHORT PROGRAMS FOR SINGLE SKATING
1.
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a)
No extra marks are obtained by extending the program to the maximum time allowed if this
is unnecessary. The music is chosen by each Competitor, but vocal music with lyrics is
permitted.
b)
Unprescribed or additional elements such as jumps, spins, steps or repetitions, even of
elements which have failed, are not marked and consequently do not block a “box” (spot)
of another type of element. If, however, such an Unprescribed or additional element
(performed) substitutes a required element (not performed), the respective box will be
blocked and this performed element will be considered as not according to the
requirements (no value),;
c)
If a skater falls when entering a spin, a spin or a spinning movement is allowed
immediately after this fall (for filling time purpose) with this spin/movement not being
marked.
The groups are:
NOVICE REQUIRED ELEMENTS
As defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Advanced Novice.
Spins
Refer ISU Rule 510.
Step Sequences
Refer ISU Rule 510.
JUNIOR AND SENIOR GROUP OF REQUIRED ELEMENTS
Refer ISU Rule 510
Rules 311-312 (Reserved)
Rule 313
SHORT PROGRAM FOR PAIR SKATING
1.
a)
Pair Skating is the skating of two persons in unison who perform their movements in such
harmony with each other as to give the impression of genuine Pair Skating as compared
with independent Single Skating;
b)
Attention should be paid to the selection of an appropriate partner.
a)
No extra marks are obtained by extending the program to the maximum time allowed if this
is unnecessary. The music is chosen by each pair but vocal music with lyrics is permitted.
b)
Additional elements or repetitions, even of elements which have failed, are not marked and
consequently do not block a “box” (spot) of another type of element. If, however, such an
unprescribed or additional element (performed) substitutes a required element (not
performed), the respective box will be blocked and this performed element will be
considered as not according to the requirements (no value).
2.
SHORT PROGRAM FOR PAIR SKATING (NOVICE)
As defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Advanced Novice Pairs.
SHORT PROGRAM FOR PAIR SKATING (JUNIOR AND SENIOR)
Refer ISU Rule 520
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314 – 319 (Reserved)
Rule 320
DEFINITION OF FREE SKATING SINGLES
Refer ISU Rule 512
DEFINITIONS OF WELL BALANCED PRELIMINARY, ELEMENTARY PROGRAMS
A well balanced program must contain:
Preliminary Well Balanced Program
A well balanced Free Skating program must contain:

Maximum of 4 jump elements;
Any jump can be repeated only once and this repetition must be done either in a jump
combination or jump sequence.
There may be up to two (2) jump combinations or sequences. Jump combinations
can contain only two (2) jumps. A jump sequence can contain any number of jumps,
but only two most difficult jumps will be counted.

Maximum of 2 spins of a different nature (abbreviation);
One of which must be a spin combination with or without change of foot (min 4 revs in
total), NO Flying entry
One spin with no change of position and with or without change of foot (min 4 revs in
total), May commence with a Fly.

There must be one (1) step sequence covering at least ½ the ice surface.
Elementary Well Balanced Program
A well balanced Free Skating program must contain:

Maximum of 4 jump elements;
Any jump can be repeated only once and this repetition must be done either in a jump
combination or jump sequence.
There may be up to two (2) jump combinations or sequences. Jump combinations
can contain only two (2) jumps. A jump sequence can contain any number of jumps,
but only two most difficult jumps will be counted.

Maximum of 2 spins of a different nature (abbreviation);
One of which must be a spin combination with or without change of foot (min 4 revs in
total), NO Flying entry
One spin with no change of position and with or without change of foot (min 4 revs in
total), May commence with a Fly.

There must be one (1) step sequence with fully utilising the ice surface.
Remarks
Refer ISU Rule 512, Paragraph 2, General
DEFINITIONS OF WELL BALANCED PRE-PRIMARY PROGRAMS:
As defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Basic Novice ‘A’.
DEFINITIONS OF WELL BALANCED PRIMARY PROGRAMS:
As defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Basic Novice ‘B’.
DEFINITIONS OF WELL BALANCED INTERMEDIATE PROGRAMS:
As defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Basic Novice ‘B’.
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DEFINITIONS OF WELL BALANCED NOVICE PROGRAMS:
As defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Advanced Novice.
DEFINITIONS OF WELL-BALANCED JUNIOR AND SENIOR PROGRAMS
Refer ISU Rule 520
Rule 321
DEFINITION OF FREE SKATING PAIRS
Refer ISU Rule 521
DEFINITION OF A WELL-BALANCED PROGRAM FOR PRE-PRIMARY, PRIMARY PAIRS
Free Skating for Pairs consists of a well-balanced program composed and skated to music of a pair’s
own choice for a specified period of time. However, vocal music with lyrics is permitted. A good
program contains moves of single skating executed simultaneously, either symmetrically (mirror
skating) or in parallel (shadow skating) and especially typical pair skating moves such as pair spins
and spirals, linked harmoniously by steps and other movements. The accent is on good solo skating
performed in unison with a partner of the opposite sex.
Pre-Primary Pairs
A well balanced Free Skating program must contain:

One Lift selected from Group 1 or Group 2, one arm holds not allowed (full extension
of the lifting arm of the partner is not required);

One Throw Jump (Single);

One Solo Jump (Single);

One Solo Spin, no change of foot, change of position optional, min 3 revs;
OR

One Pair Spin, min 3 revs;

One Pivot Figure (if a death spiral is executed it is marked according to ISU rules. In
other cases there are no Levels);

One step sequence fully utilizing the ice surface.
DEFINITIONS OF WELL-BALANCED PRIMARY PAIRS PROGRAM
As defined in ISU Communications for Primary competitions, Basic Novice Pairs.
DEFINITIONS OF WELL-BALANCED NOVICE PAIRS PROGRAM
As defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Advanced Novice Pairs.
DEFINITIONS OF WELL-BALANCED JUNIOR AND SENIOR PAIRS PROGRAMS
Refer ISU Rule 521
Rule 322
MARKING OF SINGLE FREE SKATING AND PAIR SKATING
Refer ISU Rule 522
Rules 323 - 329 (Reserved)
Rules 330 - 334 (Reserved)
SYNCHRONIZED SKATING
See ISU Rules and ISA Rules 1001 - 1069
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Rule 335
ICE DANCE
1.
Definition of the skate
Refer ISU Rule 600
2.
Axis
Refer ISU Rule 601
3.
Patterns
Refer ISU Rule 602
4.
Series of Steps
Refer ISU Rule 603
5.
Steps, Turns and Movements
Refer ISU Rule 604
6.
Dance Holds
Refer ISU Rule 605
7.
Musical Definitions
Refer ISU Rule 606
Rule 336
GENERAL REGULATIONS FOR ICE DANCE
Refer ISU Rules:
A.
Pattern Dances
607 – 608
B.
Short Dance
609
C.
Free Dance
510
D.
Clothing
512
E.
Composition of Events
520
F.
Duration
540
Rule 337
PATTERN DANCES FOR ELEMENTARY, PRE-PRIMARY
The group for competition to be announced annually:
1.
a)
Elementary
Group (1)
Group (2)
Group (3)
b)
Dutch Waltz, Canasta Tango
Dutch Waltz, Fiesta Tango
Dutch Waltz, Swing Dance
Pre-Primary
Group (1)
Group (2)
Group (3)
Canasta Tango, Fourteen Step
Swing Dance, European Waltz
Fiesta Tango, Foxtrot
PATTERN DANCES FOR PRIMARY
As defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Basic Novice.
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PATTERN DANCES FOR NOVICE
As defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Advanced Novice.
PATTERN DANCES FOR JUNIOR AND SENIOR
Refer ISU Rule 607
REQUIREMENTS AND MARKING
Refer ISU Rule 608
Rule 338
SHORT DANCE JUNIOR AND SENIOR
Refer ISU Rule 609
MARKING
Refer ISU Rule 611
Rule 339
FREE DANCE ELEMENTARY, PRE-PRIMARY
1.
General Requirements for the Free Dance
Refer ISU Rule 610, shall apply.
Requirements for the music and the costume: as per ISU Communications for Novice
Competitions.
DEFINITION OF A WELL-BALANCED FREE DANCE PROGRAM FOR ELEMENTARY, PREPRIMARY
Elementary Dance
A well balanced Free Dance program must contain:

One (1) Short Lift (as defined in ISU Rule 604, paragraph 16), chosen from the
following types of lifts:
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
Straight Line Lift
Curve Lift
Rotational Lift
In addition, one (1) additional Lift (up to 6 secs) without any requirement for the Level
of Difficulty is permitted (provided it is not an Illegal Lift), but only for the first Lifts
performed will be identified and considered in determining the Level of Difficulty.
However if a second lift is performed, it will be considered by the Technical Panel as
an extra element.

One (1) Step Sequence in hold of any type of Groups A or B (as defined in ISU Rule
603, paragraph 3).
The restrictions listed in ISU Communications for Novice Competitions.

One (1) Set of Synchronized Twizzles (as defined in ISU Rule 604, paragraph 14 a)
and b), only the first set of Synchronized Twizzles skated will be identified and
considered for the Level of Difficulty.

The Dance Spin is not included in the Required Elements. 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
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these movements and the Judges will not consider these movements as one of the
permitted stops.
Pre-Primary Dance
A well balanced Free Dance program must contain:

One (1) Short Lift (as defined in ISU Rule 604, paragraph 16), chosen from the
following types of lifts:
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
Straight Line Lift
Curve Lift
Rotational Lift
In addition, one (1) additional Lift (up to 6 secs) without any requirement for the Level
of Difficulty is permitted (provided it is not an Illegal Lift), but only for the first Lifts
performed will be identified and considered in determining the Level of Difficulty.
However if a second lift is performed, it will be considered by the Technical Panel as
an extra element.

One (1) Step Sequence in hold of any type of Groups A or B (as defined in ISU Rule
603, paragraph 3).
The restrictions listed in ISU Communications for Novice Competitions.

One (1) Set of Synchronized Twizzles (as defined in ISU Rule 604, paragraph 14 a)
and b), only the first set of Synchronized Twizzles skated will be identified and
considered for the Level of Difficulty.

The Dance Spin is not included in the Required Elements. 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.
FREE DANCE PRIMARY
As defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Basic Novice.
FREE DANCE NOVICE
As defined in ISU Communications for Novice competitions, Advanced Novice.
FREE DANCE JUNIOR AND SENIOR
Refer ISU Rule 610
MARKING
Refer ISU Rule 611
Rule 340
E.
SOLO DANCE
The group for Solo Dance competition to be announced annually:
a)
Elementary
Group (1)
Group (2)
Group (3)
Group (4)
b)
Dutch Waltz
Swing Dance
Canasta Tango
Fiesta Tango
Pre-Primary
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Group (1)
Group (2)
Group (3)
Group (4)
c)
d)
e)
European Waltz
Silver Samba
Fourteenstep
Foxtrot
Primary
Group (1)
Group (2)
Group (3)
Group (4)
Starlight Waltz
American Waltz
Rocker Foxtrot
Tango
Group (1)
Group (2)
Group (3)
Group (4)
Blues
Quickstep
Westminster Waltz
Killian
Group (1)
Group (2)
Group (3)
Group (4)
Canasta Tango
Dutch Waltz
Ten Fox
Fiesta Tango
Open
Adult
FREE DANCE PRE-PRIMARY, PRIMARY, OPEN AND ADULT SOLO DANCE
Refer ISU Rule 610, shall apply except that vocal music is permitted.
Requirements for the music and the costume: as per ISU Communications for Novice
Competititons.
The nominated pattern dance will be judged in the Program Components of Skating Skills and
Transitions/Linking Footwork in regards to their accuracy and edge work.
The timing for the Free Dance:
Elementary
Pre-Primary
Primary
Open
Adult
1 min 30 secs +/- 10 secs
2 min +/- 10 secs
2 min 30 secs +/- 10 secs
3 min +/- 10 secs
2 min 30 secs +/- 10 secs
The nominated Pattern Dance
a)
Elementary
Group (1)
Group (2)
Group (3)
b)
Pre-Primary
c)
Group (1)
Group (2)
Group (3)
Primary
d)
Rhythm Blues
Cha Cha
Swing Dance
Willow Waltz
Ten Fox
Fiesta Tango
Group (1)
Group (2)
Group (3)
Paso Doble
Foxtrot
American Waltz
Group (1)
Group (2)
Argentine Tango
Kilian
Open
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Group (3)
Rocker Foxtrot
Group (1)
Group (2)
Group (3)
Swing Dance
Fourteen Step
Rhythm Blues
Adult
Elementary
A well balanced Solo Dance Free Dance program must contain:

Maximum of 1 spin (min 3 revs on 1 foot)

Maximum of 1 Circular, Midline or Diagonal Step Sequence (must fully utilise the ice
surface);


Serpentine sequence is not permitted

Jumps of more than ½ rotation, stops, dance spins, pirouettes, pattern regression
and loops are not to be included in the step sequence
Maximum of 1 set of Twizzles;
 One sequence of nominated Pattern Dance;
The emphasis should be placed on steps, flow and timing.
Illegal Elements

Jumps of more than one revolution

Kneeling on 2 knees on the ice

Lying on the ice
Pre-Primary, Primary, Open and Adult
A well balanced Solo Dance Free Dance program must contain:

Maximum of 1 spin (min 3 revs on 1 foot)

Maximum of 1 Circular, Midline or Diagonal Step Sequence (must fully utilise the ice
surface);


Serpentine sequence is not permitted

Jumps of more than ½ rotation, stops, dance spins, pirouettes, pattern regression
and loops are not to be included in the step sequence
Maximum of 1 set of Twizzles;
 One sequence of nominated Pattern Dance;
The emphasis should be placed on steps, flow and timing.
Illegal Elements

Jumps of more than one revolution

Kneeling on 2 knees on the ice

Lying on the ice
Rules 341 - 359 (Reserved)
Rule 350
ARTISTIC COMPETITIONS
1.
DURATION OF SKATING
Preliminary Singles
Elementary Singles
Pre-Primary Singles
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Max 1 min 40 secs but maybe less
Vocal music permitted
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Primary Singles
Intermediate Singles
Adult Bronze, Silver, Gold, Masters, Elite
Novice Singles
Junior Singles
Senior Singles
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Max 2 min 10 secs but maybe less
Vocal music permitted
Well-Balanced Program
Only Program Components will be used to judge an artistic event.

Skating skills

Transitions

Performance/Execution

Choreography/Composition

Interpretation/Timing
There will be no technical panel and no technical mark given. (See ISU Special Regulations and
Technical Rules, Singles & Pair Skating, Rule 522, paragraph 2 for a detailed description of Program
Components.)
The artistic free skate is a competitive program which must include elements of the sport of figure
skating. It consists of a variety of skating moves selected for their value in enhancing the skater’s
interpretation of the music rather than for their technical difficulty. Skaters will be judged on their ability
to interpret the music and develop a theme by using their skating skills.
The choice of music is unrestricted but must be appropriate for the age and ability of the skater. The
program should be an integrated exploration of the chosen music assembled to entertain an audience
with emphasis still being placed on skating skills and not merely a collection of pleasing or spectacular
moves. The use of unsuitable music will be reflected in the marks.
Costumes and make up should be simple, tasteful and selected to enhance the performance by
appropriately reflecting the character of the music and theme. Feathers are not permitted. Excessively
theatrical costumes and make up are not necessary but if used, should not dominate the performance.
One prop only is permitted if it is used to develop the theme or story. Any item that is held in the hand
or removed during the performance is considered a prop. It must be a logical part of the costume and
enhance not detract from the performance. 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.
Double, triple and quadruple jumps are not permitted. Single jumps (including the Axel Paulson),
jump-like movements of not more than one revolution, and spins are permitted and not restricted in
number. Credit for jumps and spins will be 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.
Costume, make up and props should not be the only demonstration of the theme or story. The
program must be also developed through skating skill, quality, performance, choreography and
interpretation 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 must not remain in one place for more than five
(5) seconds at a time.
The Referee will apply a 2.0 deduction for each of the following violations:
 Any jump of more than 1½ revolutions
 Somersault type jumps
 Lying on the ice at any time
 Prolonged (> five (5) seconds) and/or stationary kneeling on both knees on the ice
 Remaining in one place for more than five (5) seconds (ie not skating) at a time.
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If any objects are thrown or placed on the ice, boards, judges table or audience.
Props that are intentionally or accidently dropped
Costumes with feathers
Any program beginning or ending off the ice surface
The Referee will apply a 1.0 deduction for each of the following violations:
 Falls
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Rule 360
ADULT FREE SKATING - SINGLES
1.
DURATION OF SKATING
Maximum time:
Copper
1 minute and 40 seconds but may be less
Bronze
1 minute and 50 seconds but may be less
Silver
2 minutes and 10 seconds but may be less
Gold
2 minutes and 40 seconds but may be less
Master
3 minutes 10 seconds but may be less
Elite
3 minutes 10 seconds but may be less
Factors:
The panels points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.6
2.
DEFINITIONS OF WELL BALANCED PROGRAMS FOR ADULT SINGLES
Adult Single Copper Well Balanced Program
A well balanced Free Skating program must contain:
a) A maximum of four (4) jump elements. Only single and half-revolution jumps are permitted,
no Lutz jump, no Axel type jump, no double or triple jumps can be included.
A jump combination may consist of the same or another single jump. There may be up to two
(2) jump combinations or jump sequences in the Free Program. One jump combination could
consist of up to three (3) listed jumps, the other one (1) up to two (2) listed jumps.
Any solo jump can be repeated only once and this repetition must be done either in a jump
combination or in a jump sequence (maximum of 2 of any jump).
b) A maximum of two (2) spins of a different abbreviation. Flying spins are not permitted. The spins
performed must have a minimum of 3 revolutions:
c) Connecting steps throughout the program are required.
Adult Single Bronze Well Balanced Program
A well balanced Free Skating program must contain:
a) A maximum of four (4) jump elements. Only single jumps are permitted, no Axel type jump, no
double or triple jumps can be included.
Any jump can be repeated only once and this repetition must be done either in a jump
combination or in a jump sequence.
A jump combination may consist of the same or another single jump. There may be up to
three jump combinations or jump sequences in the Free Program. One jump combination
could consist of up to three (3) listed jumps, the other two up to two (2) listed jumps.
A jump sequence may consist of any number of single jumps 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 turns/steps, crossovers or stroking during the sequence.
However, only the two jumps with the highest value will count. Please note that a half-loop
in combination or in a sequence with any other listed jump will be called as a listed
jump (1 Lo.)
b) A maximum of two (2) spins of a different abbreviation;
The spins must have a required minimum number of revolutions: three (3) for the spin with
only one position and no change of foot and four (4) for the spin combination with no change
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of foot and six (3 + 3) for the spin combination with change of foot. Flying spins are not
permitted.
There must be a minimum of two (2) revolutions in each position or the position will not be
counted.
c) A maximum of one choreographic step sequence (ChSq), covering at least one 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 Sequence commences with the first move and is
concluded with the last move of the Skater. The pattern is not restricted. A Choreographic
Sequence has a base value and will be evaluated by the judges in GOE only.
Adult Single Silver Well Balanced Program
A well balanced Free Skating program must contain:
a) A maximum of five (5) jump elements. The single Axel and all other single jumps are
permitted. No double jumps or triple jumps are permitted.
Any jump can be repeated only once and this repetition must be done either in a jump
combination or in a jump sequence.
A jump combination may consist of the same or another single jump. There may be up to
three jump combinations or jump sequences in the Free Program. One jump combination
could consist of up to three (3) listed jumps, the other two up to two (2) listed jumps.
A jump sequence may consist of any number of single jumps 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 turns/steps, crossovers or stroking during the sequence.
However, only the two jumps with the highest value will count. Please note that a half-loop
in combination or in a sequence with any other listed jump will be called as a listed
jump (1 Lo.)
b) A maximum of three (3) spins of different abbreviations, one of which must be a spin
combination.
The spins must have a required minimum number of revolutions: three (3) for the flying spin
with no change of foot after landing, three (3) for the spin with only one position and no
change of foot and four (4) for the spin combination with no change of foot and eight (4 + 4)
for the spin combination with change of foot or spin in one position with a change of foot.
There must be a minimum of two (2) revolutions in each position or the position will not be
counted.
c) A maximum of one choreographic step sequence (ChSq), covering at least one 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 Sequence commences with the first move and is
concluded with the last move of the Skater. The pattern is not restricted. A Choreographic
Sequence has a base value and will be evaluated by the judges in GOE only.
Adult Single Gold Well Balanced Program
A well balanced Free Skating program must contain:
a) A maximum of six (6) jump elements, consisting of any single or double jumps (including a
single Axel) except double Flip, double Lutz and double Axel. No triple jumps are permitted.
Any jump can be repeated only once and this repetition must be done either in a jump
combination or in a jump sequence.
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A jump combination may consist of the same or another single or double jump with the
exclusion of the jumps as above. There may be up to three jump combinations or jump
sequences in the Free Program. One jump combination could consist of up to three (3) listed
jumps, the other two up to two (2) listed jumps.
A jump sequence may consist of any number of single and double jumps, excluding a double
Flip, a double Lutz, a double Axel and all triple jumps, 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 turns/steps, crossovers or stroking during the sequence.
However, only the two jumps with the highest value will count. Please note that a half-loop in
combination or in a sequence with any other listed jump will be called as a listed jump (1 Lo).
Non-listed jumps may be included in the program as part of connecting footwork, preceding
single or double jumps.
b) A maximum of three (3) spins of a different abbreviation, one of which must be a spin
combination with a change of foot and one must be a flying spin. The spins must have a
required minimum number of revolutions: four (4) for the flying spin with no change of foot
after landing, four (4) for the spin with only one position and no change of foot and four (4) for
the spin combination with no change of foot and eight (4 + 4) for the spin combination with
change of foot or spin in one position with a change of foot. There must be a minimum of two
(2) revolutions in each position or the position will not be counted.
c) A maximum of one choreographic step sequence (ChSq), covering the full 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 Sequence commences with the first move and is concluded with the last
move of the Skater. The pattern is not restricted. A Choreographic Sequence has a base
value and will be evaluated by the judges in GOE only.
Adult Single Master Well Balanced Program
A well balanced Free Skating program must contain:
a) A maximum of seven (7) jump elements, one of which must be an Axel type jump. Single,
double and triple jumps are permitted.
Any jump can be repeated only once and this repetition must be done either in a jump
combination or in a jump sequence.
A jump combination may consist of the same or another single, double or triple jump. There
may be up to three jump combinations or jump sequences in the Free Program. One jump
combination could consist of up to three (3) listed jumps, the other two up to two (2) listed
jumps.
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. However, only the two jumps with the highest value will count.
Please note that a half-loop in combination or in a sequence with any other listed jump
will be called as a listed jump (1 Lo.)
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 of which must be a spin
combination with a change of foot and one must be a flying spin.
The spins 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 with change of foot or spin in one position with a change of foot. There must be a
minimum of two (2) revolutions in each position or the position will not be counted.
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c) A maximum of one step sequence (StSq), fully utilizing the ice surface.
d) A Choreographic Sequence which consists of any kind of movements like steps, turns, spirals,
arabesques, spread eagles, Ina Bauers, hydroblading, transitional (unlisted) jumps, spinning
movements etc. The Sequence commences with the first move and is concluded with the last
move of the Skater. The pattern is not restricted. A Choreographic Sequence has a base
value and will be evaluated by the judges in GOE only.
The Choreographic Step Sequence has to be performed later than the step sequence.
Only the first executed attempt of a step sequence or choreographic sequence will contribute
to the technical score.
Adult Single Elite Well Balanced Program
Refer to Adult Single Masters Well Balanced Program.
ADULT FREE SKATING - PAIRS
1.
DURATION OF SKATING
Maximum time:
Adult
2 minutes 50 seconds but may be less
Master
3 minutes 10 seconds but may be less
Elite
3 minutes 10 seconds but may be less
Factors:
The panels points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.6
2.
DEFINITIONS OF WELL BALANCED PROGRAMS FOR ADULT PAIRS
Adult Pair Well Balanced Program
Couples must perform a well-balanced program that demonstrates skating skills, timing and unison,
and full use of the ice surface. There are no required elements, but couples may choose to include up
to eight (8) elements selected from:
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. Variations of the lady’s position, no-handed and onehanded lifts, and combination lifts are not permitted. Overhead lifts and twist lifts are not
permitted. A different take-off counts as a different lift.
b) A maximum of one (1) solo jump. Only single jumps are permitted.
c) A maximum of one (1) jump combination with a maximum of three jumps included or one (1)
jump sequence (the two jumps with the highest value will count for points).
d) A maximum of one (1) throw jump (Only single jumps are 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: three (3) revolutions for a pair spin and six (6) for a
pair combination 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 death spiral or pivot spiral (position optional). At least ¾ revolution in pivot
position by the man is required.
g) A maximum of one choreographic step sequence (ChSq), covering at least one 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)
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jumps, spinning movements etc. The Sequence commences with the first move and is
concluded with the last move of the Skater. The pattern is not restricted. A Choreographic
Sequence has a base value and will be evaluated by the judges in GOE only.
Additional step sequences will be counted as moves-in-the field (transitions) and marked as
such.
Adult Pair Masters Well Balanced Program
A well balanced Free Skating program must contain:
a) A maximum of three (3) different lifts, one of which may be a twist lift.
b) A maximum of two (2) throw jumps (single or double).
c) A maximum of one (1) solo jump. Single, double or triple jumps are permitted. Any triple jump
or double Axel cannot be repeated.
d) A maximum of one (1) jump combination with a maximum of three listed jumps included or
one (1) jump sequence (the two jumps with the highest value will count for points). Any triple
jump or double Axel, already performed under paragraph c) cannot be included.
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 a minimum of
3 revolutions on each foot for a pair combination 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 solo spin or solo spin combination. The spin must have a required
minimum number of revolutions: five (5) for the flying spin and five (5) for the spin with only
one position and four (4) on each foot for the spin combination with change of foot. There
must be a minimum of two (2) revolutions in each position or the position will not be counted.
g) A maximum of one death spiral or pivot spiral (position optional). At least ¾ revolution in pivot
position by the man is required.
h) A maximum of one step sequence (StSq) and a choreographic sequence (ChSq) 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 Sequence commences with the first move and
is concluded with the last move of the Skater. The pattern is not restricted. A Choreographic
Sequence has a base value and will be evaluated by the judges in GOE only.
The choreographic step sequence (ChSq) must be performed after the step sequence (StSq).
i)
Only the first executed attempt of a step sequence or choreographic sequence will contribute
to the technical score. Additional choreographic sequences and step sequences will not be
counted in the technical score but will be counted as moves-in-the field (transitions) and
marked as such.
Adult Pair Elite Well Balanced Program
Refer to Adult Pair Masters Well Balanced Program.
ADULT ICE DANCE – PATTERN DANCE
1.
DURATION OF SKATING
The group for competition to be announced annually:
1.
Adult Bronze
1. Fourteen Step (3 sequences)
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2. Fox Trot (2 Sequences)
2.
Adult Silver
5. American Waltz (2 Sequences)
16. Paso Doble (3 Sequences)
3.
Adult Gold
6. Westminster Waltz (2 Sequences)
17. Rumba (4 Sequences)
4.
Adult Masters
6. Westminster Waltz (2 Sequences)
22. Tango Romantica (2 Sequences)
5.
Adult Elite
Refer to Adult Masters for Pattern Dance requirements.
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 couples shall provide their
own music for the following Pattern Dances: Fourteenstep (Bronze), American Waltz (Silver),
Westminster Waltz (Gold), and Westminster Waltz (Masters/Masters Elite). The music must be chosen
in accordance with the Rhythm of the Pattern Dance. 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 chosen music may 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 is allowed.
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.
Tempo specification for the Pattern Dance music chosen by couples:
- (Bronze): Fourteenstep Tempo- 56 measures of 2 beats per minute or 28 measures of 4
beats per minute or 112 beats per minute, plus or minus 2 beats per minute
- (Silver): American Waltz -Tempo- 66 measures of 3 beats per minute – 198 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
- (Elite Masters and Masters): Westminster Waltz – 54 measures of 3 beats per minute or 162
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.
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The second Pattern Dance in each category will use ISU Ice Dance music which will be provided by
the organizers.
The Pattern Dances will be judged without Key Points.
ADULT FREE DANCE
1.
DURATION OF SKATING
Maximum time:
Silver
Max 2 minutes 40 secs but may be less
Gold
Max 3 minutes 10 seconds but may be less
Masters
Max 3 minutes 10 seconds but may be less
Elite
Max 3 minutes 10 seconds but may be less
Music for Free Dances
The following are the Requirements for Music for Free Dance (Rule 710, paragraph 1.c).
Music which does not adhere to these descriptions will be severely penalised.
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 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).
2.
3.
PROGRAM COMPONENT FACTORS
Skating Skills
1.25
Transitions, Linking Footwork, Movements
1.75
Performance, Execution
1.00
Choreography, Composition
1.00
Interpretation, Timing
1.00
DEFINITIONS OF WELL BALANCED PROGRAMS FOR ADULT DANCE
Silver Free Dance Balanced Program
In accordance with Rule 710 and all pertinent ISU Communications, the requirements for a wellbalanced Silver Free Dance are:
a) A maximum of one (1) Short Lift, with a maximum duration of 6 sec.
b) A maximum of one (1) Circular Step Sequence in Hold (clockwise or anti-clockwise.)
c) A maximum of one (1) Set of Synchronized Twizzles with up to three (3) steps between.
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d) A maximum of one (1) Dance Spin (Spin or Combination Spin).
Gold Free Dance Balanced Program
In accordance with Rule 710 and all pertinent ISU Communications, the requirements for a wellbalanced Gold Free Dance are:
a) A maximum of two (2) different Dance Lifts, 1 Short Lift with a maximum duration of 6 sec. and
1 Long Lift with a maximum duration of 12 seconds; OR three (3) different types of Short Lifts.
b) A maximum of one (1) Dance Spin (Spin or Combination Spin).
c) A maximum of one (1) Diagonal Step Sequence in Hold.
d) A maximum of one (1) Set of Synchronized Twizzles with up to three (3) steps between.
Masters Free Dance Balanced Program
Refer to Adult Free Dance Gold Well Balanced Program.
Elite Free Dance Balanced Program
Refer to Adult Free Dance Gold Well Balanced Program.
Rules 361 - 399 (Reserved)
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