QCI Announcement 2015-RVC revised

25th Annual

July 31 and August 1 2015

Hosted By:

NORTHLAND ICE CENTER, CINCINNATI, OHIO

Sanctioned by United States Figure Skating

# 18231

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2015 QUEEN CITY INVITATIONAL Northland Ice Center

10400 Reading Rd Cincinnati, Ohio

SPONSORED BY:

The Queen City Figure Skating Club

IMPORTANT DATES: Dates of Competition: July 31 and August 1, 2015

ELIGIBILITY:

Rules/Conduct/Eligibility The competition is sanctioned by USFS and USFS Basic Skills and will be governed by the rules effective for the 2015-2016 qualifying competition season, except as modified in this announcement, plus any changes adopted at the May 2015 meeting of Governing Council. . Eligible competitors are current members in good standing of US Figure Skating and shall be eligible to enter events based on their test status (as of July 7, 2015) or compete up one level, but not both. Free Skating events are divided into regular Well Balanced FS events and Competitive Test Track FS events. Competitors may enter FS events in one or the other, not both. Please note the qualifications and requirements for each. A minimum of two entries will be required for all flights to be scheduled

ENTRIES / FEES: All paper entries must be postmarked by, July 7, 2015. Please make checks payable to the Queen City Figure Skating Club (QCFSC). The entry fee must be included with the completed application. Late entries will be accepted at the discretion of the Chief Referee with a $20.00 late fee and may or may not be listed in the program. There will be a $25.00 service charge for returned checks. No refunds will be given for any reason after the closing date unless the event is canceled due to lack of participants. Events will be held if there are two or more competitors. Entries via Entry-Eeze are due by: July 7, 2015 Late entries via Entry-Eeze will be at the discretion of the Chief Referee.

Basic Skills Events $ 45.00 First Single Event $ 80.00 Additional Events $ 40.00 First Single IJS Event $ 90.00 Additional IJS Events $ 40.00

Pair Event $100.00 / team Pre-paid Practice Ice $ 12.00 per session Practice Ice (as available day of competition) $ 15.00 per session

Completed entries must be accompanied by a check or money order and mailed to:

QCI - c/o Stephanie Cole 11738 Laurelview Drive

Cincinnati, OH 45429 (513) 419-9415

EVENTS OFFERED Both IJS and Test Track Events

Basic Skills & Free Skate Events

Pair Short Program

Spins

Singles Short Program Pair Free Skate Compulsory Moves

Singles Free Skate Showcase Adult Free Skate

FACILITY: The competition will be held at Northland Ice Center. Northland has an ice surface measuring 200’ X 85’. Ample parking is available. LOCATION: Northland Ice Center is located just north of Cincinnati. From I-75 take exit #14, Woodlawn / Evendale exit, and proceed east on Glendale-Milford Road. Northland Ice Center will be on your right just past the intersection of Reading and Glendale-Milford Roads. From I-71 take exit #15, Pfeifer Road exit, and proceed west on Pfeifer. Pfeifer Road becomes Glendale-Milford Road. The rink will be on your left. REGISTRATION: The registration desk will be open approximately ½ hour before the first scheduled practice of the day and will remain open through the last event each day. Please register promptly upon arrival. A copy of your competition music must be turned in at the registration desk at time of check-in. MUSIC: Basic Skills Events Music can be found on the Queen City Website. It is the same music that has been use at other local Basic Skills Competitions. Please be sure that you have the correct music. All other music must be submitted at time of check in and will be labeled with skater’s name, event, and level. It is recommended that a duplicate copy be brought to rink side during the competition event. Only CD’s will be accepted. AWARDS: Medals will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th place in all events. Ribbons will be given to 5th place and higher. Awards presentations will take place immediately following the posting of the results for each event or as early as is possible. Skaters should report to the awards area promptly in competition attire and skates PRACTICE ICE: Practice ice will be available at $12 per 20 minute session (prepaid) and $15 at the competition (if available). Sessions are limited to a maximum number of skaters determined by level. SCHEDULE: Please include a self-addressed, stamped envelope (addressed in skater’s name) if you would like a Practice Ice or Competition Event schedule mailed to you. Schedules will be mailed as soon as possible after the close of entries. If you would prefer to be notified via e-mail, please provide your e-mail address clearly printed on the registration form. Competition schedule will also be posted on the queen city website. www.queencityfsc.com

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INFORMATION REGARDING COACHES: INFORMATION REGARDING COACHES: U.S. Figure Skating Rule MR 5.11 Coach Compliance In order to be granted access to work within U.S. Figure Skating sanctioned activities, each coach must complete the following requirements on an annual basis by July 1: A. Must be a current full member of U.S. Figure Skating - either through a member club or as an individual member; B. Must complete the coach registration process through the U.S. Figure Skating Members Only site, submit proper payment for the annual registration fee of $30 and, if 18 years of age or older, successfully pass the background screen. C. Must complete the appropriate CER courses (A,B, C or D) depending on the highest level of students being coached as of July 1. See rule MR 5.12. D. Must submit proof of current general liability insurance with limits of $1 million per occurrence/$5 million aggregate. For Basic Skills ONLY coaches - Any person, 18 and older, instructing in a U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills Program must have successfully passed the annual background screen and be registered as a Basic Skills instructor member. The local organizing committee/club will have a list of compliant coaches who are cleared for a credential at the competition. Coaches will need to check in at the event registration desk and show a government issued photo I.D. to receive a credential. If a coach cannot provide a photo I.D. and is not on the list or cannot produce the necessary documents, he or she will not be allowed a credential – no exceptions. We strongly urge all coaches to have their cards with them. Non-credentialed coaches will not be permitted in the designated coaching area at rink side during events including practice sessions. Coaching at U.S. Figure Skating events without compliance is an ethics violation which is reported to U.S. Figure Skating and PSA. For more information regarding Coach Compliance, please refer to: http://www.usfigureskating.org/Content/Coaching%20Compliance%20Toolkit.pdf CRITIQUES: Individual critiques by one judge along with a technical specialist will be offered to skaters and coaches after each singles free skate event, Juvenile through Senior (excluding Test Track), and a critique by one judge for pairs free skate and compulsory dance event time permitting.

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"Flash photography is forbidden as it is a danger to the skaters."

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OR QUESTIONS:

Stephanie Cole, Competition Chair (513) 419-9415

Visit our website for updated competition information and schedules:

www.queencityfsc.com

Competition Host Hotel: Embassy Suites 4554 Lake Forest Drive (513) 733-8900

Other area hotels : Courtyard by Marriott 4265 Lake Forest Drive (513) 733-4334

Wingate Inn 4320 Glendale-Milford Rd. (513) 733-1142

Holiday Inn Express 4660 Creek Road (513) 985-9035

Hampton Inn 4640 Creek Road (513) 791-2822

Holiday Inn Express 11160 Dowlin Drive

(513) 771-9080

Hampton Inn 10900 Crowne Point Drive

(513) 771-6888

La Quinta 11029 Dowlin Drive

(513) 771-0300

Drury Inn & Suites 2265 East Sharon Road

(513) 771-5601

Candlewood Suites 10665 Techwood Circle

(513) 771-9309

Hawthorn Suites 11180 Dowlin Drive

(513) 354-1000

Holiday Inn and Suites 3855 Hauck Road

(877) 410-6681

Crowne Plaza 5901 Pfeifer Road

(513) 793-4500

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Northland Ice Center

BASIC SKILLS EVENTS

BASIC SKILLS – ELEMENTS : SNOW PLOW SAM – BASIC 8 Format choice of the host: Each skater will perform each element when directed by a judge or referee OR have the option to perform one element at a time in the order listed below (no excessive connecting steps). Referee driven format examples: all skaters perform first element before moving on to the next and so on OR each skater performs all of the required elements before moving on to the next skaters

• To be skated on 1/3 to ½ ice • No Music • All elements must be skated in the order listed • Time 1:00 min or less

Snowplow Sam 1- 3

1. March followed by a two foot glide and dip 2. Forward two foot swizzles 2-3 in a row 3. Forward snowplow stop 4. Backward wiggles 2-6 in a row

Basic 5 1. Backward outside edge on a circle clockwise

or counter clockwise 2. Backward crossovers 4-6 consecutive – both

directions 3. Basic one foot spin – free leg held to side of

spinning leg- minimum three revolutions 4. Side toe hop – either direction 5. Hockey stop

Basic 1 1. Forward two foot glide and dip 2. Forward two foot swizzles 6-8 in a row 3. Forward snowplow stop 4. Backward wiggles 6-8 in a row

Basic 6 1. Standstill forward inside three –turn R & L 2. Bunny Hop 3. Forward spiral on a straight line – R or L 4. Lunge – R or L 5. T – stop – R or L

Basic 2 1. Forward one foot glide – either foot 2. Forward alternating ½ swizzle pumps in a

straight line – 2 – 3 each foot 3. Moving snowplow stop 4. Two foot turn in place – forward to backward 5. Backward two foot swizzles 6-8 in a row

Basic 7 1. Standstill forward inside open Mohawk – R to

L and L to R 2. Ballet jump – either direction 3. Back crossovers to a back outside edge

landing position clockwise and counter clockwise

4. Forward inside pivot Basic 3

1. Forward stroking 2. Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either

clockwise or counter clockwise 4-6 consecutive

3. Forward slalom 4. Backward one foot glide – either foot 5. Two foot spin – minimum three revolutions

Basic 8 1. Moving forward outside or forward inside

three-turns R & L 2. Waltz jump 3. Mazurka – either direction 4. 1 Combination move- clockwise or counter

clockwise- two forward crossovers into FI Mohawk, step down, cross behind, step into one back crossover and step to a forward inside edge

5. Beginning one foot upright spin – free foot held to side of spinning leg or crossed position – minimum three revolutions

Basic 4

1. Standstill forward outside three-turn R & L 2. Forward outside edge on a circle clockwise or

counter clockwise 3. Forward crossovers 4-6 consecutive both

directions 4. Backward stroking – 4-6 strokes 5. Backward snowplow stop R or L

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BASIC SKILLS FREE SKATE 1 & 2 COMPULSORY PROGRAM EVENTS

Free Skate 1-2 Elements will be skated in program form on ½ ice, using a limited number of connecting steps. The skating order of required elements is optional. The skater must demonstrate the required elements and may use but is not required to use any additional elements from previous levels. Only required elements will be judged. Elements from higher level are not permitted (a .2 deduction is taken for each element from a higher level). No music. Time 1:15 or less Note: Skaters in Free Skate Levels 3 - 6 may wish to consider the Limited Beginner, Beginner or Pre –Preliminary Compulsory Program events Free Skate 1 Compulsory

1. Advanced forward stroking 4-6 consecutive 2. Back outside three turns R & L 3. One – foot upright scratch spin from backward

crossovers – minimum three revolutions 4. Waltz jump from backward crossovers 5. Half flip jump

Free Skate 2 Compulsory 1. Forward outside or inside spiral R or L 2. Waltz Three’s – R or L, 2 – 3 sets 3. Beginning back spin – entry optional (min 2 rev) 4. Waltz jump, side toe hop, waltz jump sequence 5. Toe loop jump

BASIC SKILLS PROGRAM EVENT WITH COMPULSORY MUSIC SNOW PLOW SAM – BASIC 8

Format: The skating order of the required elements is optional. The elements are not restricted as to the number of times the element is executed or length of glides, number of revolutions, etc. unless otherwise specified. Vocal Music is allowed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or “skate up” to one level higher • To be skated on full ice • The skater may use elements from a previous level • A .2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level • Time: 1:00 +/- 10 seconds

Snow Plow Sam 1-3:

1. March followed by a two foot glide and dip 2. Forward two foot swizzles 2-3 in a row 3. Forward snowplow stop 4. Backward wiggles 2-6 in a row

Basic 5: 1. Backward crossovers 4-6 consecutive in both

directions 2. Basic one – foot spin – free leg held to side of

spinning leg – minimum three revolutions 3. Side toe hop – either direction 4. Hockey stop

Basic 1 1. Forward two foot glide and dip 2. Forward two foot swizzles 6 – 8 in a row 3. Forward snowplow stop 4. Backward wiggles 6 – 8 in a row

Basic 6 1. Standstill forward inside three turn R & L 2. Bunny hop 3. Forward spiral on straight line R or L 4. Lunge – R or L 5. T- stop – R or L

Basic 2 1. Forward one foot glide – either foot 2. Forward alternating ½ swizzle pumps, in a

straight line – 2-3 each foot 3. Moving snowplow stop 4. Two foot turn in place – forward to backward 5. Backward two foot swizzles 6 -8 in a row

Basic 7 1. Standstill forward inside open Mohawk R to L and

L to R 2. Ballet jump – either direction 3. Back crossovers to a back outside edge landing

position clockwise and counter clockwise 4. Forward inside pivot

Basic 3 1. Forward stroking 2. Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either

clockwise or counter clockwise 4-6 consecutive 3. Forward slalom 4. Backward one foot glide- either foot 5. Two foot spin – minimum three revolutions

BASIC SKILLS PROGRAM EVENT CONTINUED

Basic 4

1. Standstill forward outside three turn R & L 2. Forward crossovers 4 – 6 consecutive both

directions 3. Backward stroking 4-6 strokes 4. Backward snowplow stop R or L

Basic 8 1.Moving forward outside or forward inside three –

turns R & L 2. Waltz jump 3. Mazurka in either direction 4. 1 Combination move – clockwise or counter

clockwise- two forward crossovers in FI Mohawk, step down, cross behind, step into one back crossover and step to a forward inside edge

5. Beginning one foot upright spin – free foot held to side of spinning leg or crossed position – minimum – three revolutions

BASIC SKILLS FREE SKATE 1-2 MUSIC PROGRAM EVENTS

The following events are open to skaters in Basic Skill Free Skate 1 – 2 only. Skaters may not have passed an US Figure Skating tests. The skating order of the required elements is optional. The elements are not restricted as to the number of times elements is executed, or length of glides, number of revolutions, etc. unless otherwise stated. Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated. Vocal music is allowed.

• To be skated on 1/2 ice • The skater must demonstrated the required elements and may not use but is not required to use any additional

elements from the previous level • A .2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level • Time 1:30 +/- 10 sec

Note: Skaters in Free Skate levels 1 – 6 may want to consider the following events: Limited Beginner Test Track, Beginner Test Track, Pre-Preliminary Test Track, No Test Well Balanced Program Basic Skills Free Skate 1 Music Program

1. Advanced forward stroking - 4-6 consecutive 2. One foot upright scratch spin from back crossovers

minimum three revolutions 3. Waltz jump from back crossovers 4. Half Flip jump

Basic Skills Free Skate 2 Music Program 1. Forward outside spiral R or L 2. Beginning back spin entry optional

(minimum 2 revolutions) 3. Waltz jump, side toe hop, waltz jump sequence 4. Toe loop jump

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SHOWCASE EVENTS

Basic Skills Showcase Events

Format: Showcase groups will be divided by number of entries and ages if possible. Vocal music is permitted and 6.0 judging will be used. Deductions will be made for skaters including technical elements not permitted in the event description. Showcase categories may include:

• Dramatic entertainment: Showcase program utilizing intense emotional skating quality to depict choreographic theme.

• Light entertainment: Showcase program emphasizing such choreographic expressive qualities such as comedy, love and mime while incorporating skating skills.

• Duets: Theatrical/artistic performances by any competitors. • Mini production ensembles): Theatrical performances by three to seven competitors. • Production ensembles: Theatrical performances by eight to 30 skaters. NOTE: Skaters may enter only one each duet, mini production or production event.

General event parameters:

Show costumes are permitted, as long as they do not touch or drag on the ice. Props and scenery must be placed and removed by unaided singles and duet competitors within one minute and by unaided ensemble contestants within two minutes for setup and two minutes for removal. A 0.2 deduction will be assessed by the referee against each judges’ mark for each five seconds in excess of the time allowed for the performance, for handling props and scenery and for scenery assistance. Performances will be judged from an entertainment standpoint for theatrical and artistic qualities. Technical skating skills and difficulty will not be rewarded; however, skating must be the major element of the performance and be of sufficient quality to support the selected theatrical elements. Unintended falls, poorly executed skating elements and obvious losses of control will reduce contestant’s marks. Jump difficulty is not rewarded in showcase; therefore jumps, if choreographed, should be performed with style, flow and confidence. Theatrical elements evaluated will include energy, poise, acting, pantomime, eye contact, choreography, form/extension and the use of props and ice. Current guidelines and procedures for non-qualifying showcase competitions can be found at www.usfigureskating.org, under “Programs” on the National Showcase page.

LEVEL ELEMENTS QUALIFICATIONS PROGRAM LENGTH

Basic 1-8 Elements only from Basic 1-8 curriculum

May not have passed any higher than Basic 8 level. Time 1:00 Max

Free skate 1-2 3 jump maximum, ½ rotation jumps only, plus the following full rotation jumps: Salchow and toe loop.

May not have passed any official U.S. Figure Skating free skate tests.

Time: 1:30 Max

Showcase Events – Dramatic Entertainment Events

Format: • Programs should express intense emotional connection and investment in the music, choreography and

theme concept through related skating movements, gestures and physical actions. • Props and scenery are permitted

General event parameters: 1. Level will be determined by the highest free skate or dance (solo or partnered) test passed. Skaters may compete

at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. 2. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline 3. Current guidelines and procedures for non-qualifying showcase competitions can be found at

www.usfigureskating.org, under “Programs” on the National Showcase page.

Dramatic Entertainment Levels:

Event Must have passed(dance

tests refer to solo or partnered standard track)

Must not have passed(dance tests refer

to solo or partnered standard track)

Age Time

Limted Beginner, Beginner, No

Test*

Note: these levels do not qualify for National

Showcase

- Pre-Preliminary Free Skate No Age restriction 1:30 max

Pre-Preliminary*

Note: this level does not qualify for National

Showcase

- Preliminary Free Skate No Age restriction 1:30 max

Singles

Preliminary Preliminary Free Skate Pre-Juvenile Free Skate No minimum

age (max age 20)

1:40 max

Pre Juvenile Pre Juvenile Free Skate 2 Preliminary Dances

Juvenile Free Skate or Complete Pre-Bronze

Dance

No minimum age

(max age 20) 1:40 max

Juvenile Juvenile Free Skate Complete Preliminary Dance

Intermediate Free Skate Any Silver Dance

13 and under 2:10 max

Teen Juvenile Free Skate Complete Preliminary Dance

Intermediate Free Skate Any Silver Dance 14-17 2:10 max

Intermediate Intermediate Free Skate Complete Bronze Dance

Novice Free Skate Any Gold Dance 17 and under 2:10 max

Young Adult Juvenile Free Skate Complete Preliminary Dance

Novice Free Skate Any Gold Dance 18-20 2:10 max

Novice Novice Free Skate One Silver Dance

Junior Free Skate Any Gold Dance

No age restriction 2:10 max

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*The determination of level will be based upon test requirements at the entry deadline. For the U.S. Adult Championships and adult sectional championships, skaters must meet the test requirements for the level at which they want to compete, and rules 2540-2552 apply. For all other competitions, skaters must compete at their test level or one level higher, per the above chart.

Junior Junior Free Skate Two Pre-Gold Dances

Senior Free Skate Completed Gold Dance 2:40 max

Senior Senior Free Skate Complete Gold Dance 2:40 max

Event Must meet requirements for* Must not have passed Age Time

Adult Bronze

Adult Bronze Free Skate or Pairs Events or have passed

the complete Pre-Bronze Dance Test

Any Pre-Silver Dance Test 21 and older 1:40 max

Adult Silver Adult Silver Free Skater Pairs

Events or have passed one Pre-Silver Dance Test

Any Pre-Gold Dance Test 21 and older 1:40 max

Adult Gold

Adult Gold Free Skate or any Masters Pairs event or have passed one Pre-Gold Dance

Test

Complete Pre- Gold Dance Test 21 and older 1:40 max

Masters

At least the Masters Intermediate or any Masters

Pairs Event or have passed the complete Pre-Gold Dance Test

21 and older 1:40 max

Singles Free Skating Events

Below is an illustration of Singles Free Skating Events to help skaters understand the levels and options available. Please refer to the current USFS rulebook for more information relating to rules and requirements. SINGLES FREE SKATING EVENTS See current rulebook or click here for current rules and requirements. Illustration of Singles Free Skating Events:

Beginner

High Beginner

No Test

Introductory events

Test Track Free Skate Well Balanced Program Free Skate

Pre-Preliminary

Pre-Juvenile

Juvenile

Intermediate

Novice

Junior

Senior

Preliminary

Pre-Preliminary

Pre-Juvenile

Juvenile/Open Juv.

Intermediate

Novice

Junior

Senior

Preliminary

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EVENT: Introductory Levels Free Skate Program - Beginner, High Beginner and No Test Levels General event parameters:

1. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels. 2. Level will be determined by the highest free skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have

passed, or skate up to one level higher. 3. Minimum number of spin revolutions are in parentheses following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position.

Level Jumps Spins Step Sequences Qualifications

Beginner 1:40 Maximum

Max. 5 jump elements:

• Jumps with no more than one-half rotation (front to back or back to front).

• Max. 2 jump sequences • Max. 2 of any same jump

Max. 2 spins:

• Two upright spins, no change of foot, no flying entry (Min. 3 revolutions)

Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program

Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills free skating badge tests

High Beginner 1:40 Maximum

Max. 5 jump elements:

• Jumps with no more than one-half rotation (front to back or back to front including half-loop)

• Single rotation jumps: Salchow and toe loop only.

• Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences

• Max. 2 of any same type jump.

Max. 2 spins:

• Two upright spins, change of foot optional, no flying entry (Min. 3 revolutions)


Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills free skating badge tests

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U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

EVENT: Test Track Free Skate General event parameters:

4. Skaters may not enter both a Well-Balanced Free Skate event and a Test Track Free Skate event at the same nonqualifying competition.

5. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels. 6. Level will be determined by the highest Free Skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have

passed, or “skate up” to one level higher. 7. Minimum number of spin revolutions are in ( ) following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position. 8. The following deductions will be taken:

- 0.1 from each mark for each technical element included that is not permitted in the event description. - 0.2 from the technical mark for each extra element included. - 0.1 from the technical mark for any spin that is less than the required minimum revolutions.

Level Jumps Spins Step Sequences Qualifications

Pre-Preliminary 1:30 +/- 10 sec.

Maximum of 5 jump elements:

• Jumps with not more than one-half rotation (front to back or back to front including half-loop)

• Single rotation jumps: Salchow, toe loop and loop only.


• Max. 2 of any same type jump

Maximum of 2 spins:

• Two spins of a different nature, one position only. No change of foot, no flying entry. (Min. 3 revolutions)


Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating pre-preliminary free skate test

Preliminary 1:30 +/- 10 sec.


• Jumps with not more than one rotation (no Axels).



Maximum of 2 spins:

• One spin in one position; no change of foot, no flying entry. (Min. 3 revolutions)

• One spin consisting of a front scratch to back scratch; exit on spinning foot not mandatory. (Min. 3 revolutions per foot)


Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating pre-preliminary free skate test but may not have passed tests higher than the preliminary free skate test

Pre-Juvenile 2:00 +/- 10 sec.


• Jumps with not more than one rotation (no Axels).



Maximum of 2 spins:

• One spin in one position, no change of foot (Min. 3 revolutions)

• One combination spin: forward camel spin to forward sit spin; change of foot optional (Min. 6 revolutions). Spins may not fly.

One step sequence fully utilizing ice surface

Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating preliminary free skate test but may not have passed tests higher than pre-juvenile free skate test


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Juvenile 2:15 +/- 10 sec.

Maximum of 5 jump elements: • Any single jumps,

including Axel, are permitted.



Maximum of 2 spins: • One solo spin in one

position, no change of foot (Min. 4 revolutions).

• One combination spin with one change of foot and at least one change of position, must include two of the basic spin positions. (Min. 4 revolutions per foot)

• Only solo spin may fly


Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating pre-juvenile free skate test but may not have passed tests higher than juvenile free skate test

Intermediate 2:30 +/- 10 sec.


• Any single jumps. • Double jumps

permitted: double Salchow and double toe loop.

• Maximum of 3 jump combinations or sequences


Maximum of 2 spins:

• One must be a flying spin (min 5 revolutions),

• One must be a combination spin with at least one change of foot and at least one change of position (minimum 4 revolutions per foot).


Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating juvenile free skate test but may not have passed tests higher than intermediate free skate test

Novice Ladies: 3:00 +/- 10 sec. Men: 3:30 +/- 10 sec.

Maximum of 7 jump elements for men and 6 for ladies:


permitted: double Salchow, double toe loop and double loop.



Maximum of 3 spins, of a different nature:

• One must be a combination spin with at least one change of foot and at least one change of position (min 5 revs per foot)

• The other spins are the option of the skater (min 6 revolutions per foot)

• All spins may fly

One step sequence or spiral sequence fully utilizing ice surface (see rule 4104 & 4105 for remarks)

Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating intermediate free skate test but may not have passed tests higher than novice free skate test

Junior Ladies: 3:30 +/- 10 sec. Men: 4:00 +/- 10 sec.



permitted: double Salchow, double toe loop, double loop and double flip


• Max. 2 of any same

Maximum of 3 spins of a different nature:

• One spin in one position (Min. 6 revolutions)

• One flying spin (Min. 6 revolutions)

• One combination spin consisting of all three basic positions and one change of foot (2

One step sequence fully utilizing ice surface (See rule 4105 for remarks)

Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating novice free skate test but may not have passed tests higher than junior free skate test

SINGLES SHORT PROGRAM The short program events listed below will be skated. Athletes and coaches are responsible for going to the U.S. Figure Skating rulebook for rules, program length, etc. All but Open Juvenile will be judged with IJS. A. Juvenile short program-‐Same as Intermediate B. Open Juvenile-‐Same as Intermediate-‐judged with 6.0 C. Intermediate short program – Rule 4230 D. Novice short program – Rule 4220 E. Junior short program – Rule 4210 F. Senior short program – Rule 4200

type jump per position, min. 5) revolutions per foot)

Senior Ladies: 4:00 +/- 10 sec. Men: 4:30 +/- 10 sec.


• Any single jumps. • Must include at least

four different double jumps, one must be a double Lutz.

• Triple jumps are not permitted



Maximum of 3 spins of a different nature:

• One spin in one position (Min. 6 revolutions)

• One flying spin (Min. 6 revolutions)

• One combination spin consisting of all three basic spin positions and one change of foot (2 per position, min. 5 revolutions per foot)

Men: Two different step sequences, one being of advanced difficulty, both fully utilizing the ice surface. (See rule 4105 for remarks) Ladies: One step sequence of advanced difficulty, covering the full ice surface and one spiral sequence. (See rule 4104 & 4105 for remarks.)

Skaters must have passed at least the U.S. Figure Skating junior free skate test

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SINGLES WELL BALANCED FREE SKATING

General event parameters: 9. Skaters may not enter both a Well-Balanced Free Skate event and a Test Track Free Skate event at the same

nonqualifying competition. 10. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels. 11. Level will be determined by the highest Free Skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have

passed, or “skate up” to one level higher. 12. Minimum number of spin revolutions are in ( ) following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position.

EVENT: Introductory Levels Compulsory Event Format: In simple program form, using a limited number of connecting steps, the skating order of the required elements is optional

• To be skated on ½ ice • No music is allowed • The skater must demonstrate the required elements and may use any additional elements from previous levels • A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level • Skaters may have the option to skate one level higher in compulsories than their free skate program

Level Time Skating rules/standards Beginner

1:15 max.

1. Waltz jump 2. ½ jump of choice 3. Forward two-foot or one-foot spin, minimum three revolutions

(free leg position optional) 4. Forward or backward spiral

High Beginner

1:15 max.

1. Toe loop jump 2. Salchow jump 3. Forward scratch spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Forward or backward spiral

No-Test

1:15 max.

1. Loop jump 2. Jump combination to include a toe loop (may not use a loop

or Axel) 3. Solo spin - sit or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Spiral sequence, must include a forward and backward spiral.

Additional spirals and balance moves may be included.

EVENT: COMPULSORY MOVES General event parameters:

13. Basic Skills – Juvenile: Elements skated on ½ ice 14. Intermediate – Senior: Elements skated on full-ice 15. Elements may be performed only once 16. Music is not allowed

Level Time Skating rules/standards Pre – Preliminary

1:15 max.

1. Single flip (for competitions held before December 31, 2014) Single Toe Loop (for competitions held after January 1, 2015)

2. Jump combination: single/single (no Axel) 3. Sit spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Spiral sequence with one forward spiral and one backward spiral

(any edge) Preliminary

1:15 max.

1. Single Lutz 2. Jump combination: single/single (may include Axel) 3. Back upright spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Forward inside spiral

Pre – Juvenile

1:15 max.

1. Single jump (may include Axel) 2. Jump combination: single/single (may include Axel) 3. Layback spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Step sequence - circular

Juvenile & Open Juv.

1:15 max.

1. Single Axel 2. Jump combination: single/single or double/single 3. Layback spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Step sequence – circular


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ADULT FREESKATING EVENTS Adult Pre-‐Bronze 1:40 maximum Must be 21 years or older as of June 1, 2015. Skaters must have passed the Adult Pre-‐Bronze Free Skate Test. (Rule 4600) Adult Bronze 1:50 maximum Must be 21 years or older as of June 1, 2015. Skaters must have passed the Adult Pre-‐Bronze or Bronze Free Skate Test. (Rule 4590) Adult Silver 2:10 maximum Must be 21 years or older as of June 1, 2015. Skaters must have passed the Adult Bronze or Silver Free Skate Test. (Rule 4580) Adult Gold 2:40 maximum Must be 21 years or older as of June 1, 2015. Skaters must have passed the Adult Silver or Gold Free Skate Test. (Rule 4570)

ADULT COMPULSORY MOVES General event parameters:

1. Spins may be skated in any order. Connecting steps are allowed, but will not be taken into consideration in scoring. Spins may not be repeated. On required elements may be included.

2. All events are skated on ½ ice. 3. Minimum number of revolutions are noted in parentheses.

Level Time Elements Adult Beginner

1:15

1. Forward crossovers (Min. 5 consecutive) 2. Waltz jump 3. Two foot upright spin 4. Forward spiral (any edge)

Adult Pre-Bronze

1:15

1. Backward crossovers (Min. 5 consecutive) 2. Waltz jump 3. Forward upright spin (Min. 3 revolutions) 4. Forward outside spiral

Adult Bronze

1:15

1. Single Salchow 2. Waltz jump – toe loop combination jump 3. Sit spin (Min. 3 revolutions) 4. Spiral sequence (Min. 2 spirals)

Adult Silver

1:30

1. Single loop 2. Single/single jump combination 3. Sit spin (Min. 3 revolutions) 4. Straight line step sequence

Adult Gold

1:30

1. Single Lutz or Axel 2. Single/single or single/double jump combination 3. Camel spin (Min. 4 revolutions) 4. Straight line step sequence

EVENT: Jumps Challenge General event parameters:

1. Each jump may be attempted twice; the best attempt will be counted. 2. Pre-juvenile and lower will be skated ½ ice; Juvenile – senior will be skated on full ice 3. Jumps with an “*” must be preceded with connecting steps (intermediate – senior)

Level Time Skating rules / standards Beginner

1:15 max.

1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) 2. ½ flip or ½ Lutz 3. Single Salchow

High Beginner

1:15 max.

1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) 2. Single Salchow 3. Jump combination – waltz jump-toe loop

No-Test

1:15 max.

1. Single toe loop 2. Single loop 3. Jump combination – Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel)

Pre – Preliminary

1:15 max.

1. Single toe loop 2. Single flip 3. Jump combination - Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel)

Preliminary

1:15 max.

1. Single flip 2l Single Lutz 5. Jump combination – Any single jump + single loop (may be Axel)

Pre – Juvenile

1:15 max.

1. Single Axel 2. Single or double jump 3. Jump combination – single/single (no Axel)


1:15 max.

1. Single Axel 2. Double Salchow 3. Jump combination – single/single or double/single (no Axel)

Intermediate

1:15 max.

1. Single Axel 2. Double loop* 3. Jump combination – double/single (no Axel)

Novice

1;15 max

1. Double loop 2. Double flip* 3. Jump combination – double/double (may be double Axel)

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EVENT: Spins Challenge General event parameters:

1. Spins may be skated in any order. Connecting steps are allowed, but will not be taken into consideration in scoring. 2. Spins may not be repeated. On required elements may be included. 3. All events are skated on ½ ice.

The minimum number of revolutions are noted in parentheses.

Level Time Skating rules / standards Beginner

1:30 max.

1. Upright one-foot spin (3) 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) 3. Sit spin (3)

High Beginner

1:30 max.

1. Upright one-foot spin (3) 2. Upright two-foot spin (3 2 Sit spin (3)

No-Test

1:30 max.


Pre – Preliminary

1:30 max.


Preliminary

1:30 max.

1. Backward upright spin (3) 2. Combination spin with no of foot (4) 3. Sit spin (3)

Pre – Juvenile

1:30 max.

1. Camel spin (3) 2. Combination spin – camel to sit spin; no change of foot (6) 3. Forward to backward scratch spin (3 per foot)


1:30 max.

1. Sit spin (4) 2. Combination spin – change of foot; optional change of position (4

per foot) 3. Girls – layback spin (4); Boys – camel spin (4)

Intermediate

1:30 max.

1. Flying camel spin (5) 2. Sit spin to backward sit spin (4 per foot) 3. Combination spin – change of foot & change of position (4 per foot)

Novice

1:30 max.

1. Choice of camel, sit or layback spin (6) 2. Camel spin to backward camel spin (4 per foot in position) 3. Combination spin – change of foot & two changes of position (2 per

position & 5 per foot)

PAIRS SHORT PROGRAM AND FREE SKATING The pair events listed below will be skated. Athletes and coaches are responsible for going to the U.S. Figure Skating rulebook for rules, program length, etc. All events will be judged by 6.0. Programs will be for the 2015-‐2016 season. A. Pre-‐ Juvenile free skating – Rule 5250 B. Juvenile free skating – Rule 5240 C. Intermediate short program and free skating– Rule 5230 D. Novice short program and free skating– Rule 5220 E. Junior short program and free skating– Rule 5210 F. Senior short program and free skating– Rule 5200

EVENT: Solo Pattern Dance General event parameters:

17. Levels are based upon the skaters’ highest pattern dance test passed. 18. A solo pattern dance competition event will consist of the skater performing two solo pattern dances. 19. The patterns to be skated depend upon which quarter of the year the competition is held. The skater will perform the

two pattern dances listed for their level, based upon the date of the competition. If the competition falls over two quarters (for example, June 30th – July 2nd), the dance will be selected based on the start date of the competition listed in the announcement (in this example, the 2nd quarter).

20. Skaters will complete both of the dances at each level. Dances will be scheduled at the discretion of the Chief Referee for each competition and may be competed consecutively or with a break in-between pattern dances groupings.

Level January 1-

March 31st April 1st – June 30th

July 1st – September 30th

October 1st – December 31st

Preliminary 1. Dutch Waltz 2. Canasta Tango

1. Rhythm Blues 2. Dutch Waltz

1. Canasta Tango

2. Rhythm Blues

1. Rhythm Blues 2. Dutch Waltz

Pre-bronze 1. Swing 2. Cha-Cha

1. Fiesta Tango 2. Swing

1. Cha-Cha 2. Fiesta Tango

1. Swing 2. Cha-Cha

Bronze 1. Hickory Hoedown 2. Willow Waltz

1. Ten Fox 2. Hickory Hoedown

1. Willow Waltz 2. Ten Fox

1. Hickory Hoedown 2. Willow Watz

Pre-silver 1. Fourteenstep 2. European Waltz

1. Foxtrot 2. Fourteenstep

1. European Waltz

2. Foxtrot

1. Fourteenstep 2. European Waltz

Silver 1. American Waltz 2. Silver Tango

1. Rocker Foxtrot 2. American Waltz

1. Silver Tango 2. Rocker Foxtrot

1. American Waltz 2. Silver Tango

Pre-gold 1. Killian 2. Blues

1. Paso Doble 2. Starlight Waltz

1. Killian 2. Blues

1. Paso Doble 2. Starlight Watlz

Gold 1. Viennese Waltz 2. Argentine Tango

1. Westminster Waltz

2. Quickstep

1. Viennese Waltz 2. Argentine

Tango

1. Westminster Waltz

2. Quickstep


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2015 QUEEN CITY INVITATIONAL First Name:_______________________________ Last Name:____________________________________________ Address: _________________________________________________ Phone: (_____) ________________________ City:__________________________________________ State:__________________ Zip:______________________ Age:_____ Birthdate:______________ Gender: Male_____ / Female_____ USFS/Basic Skills #__________________ E-mail: _________________________________________ Club:__________________________________________ Highest Test Passed: MIF____________________ Freestyle____________________ Dance____________________ Coach: _______________________________________ Coach’s Phone #:__________________________________ Coach’s signature:______________________________________ E-mail:_____________________________________ Please check all events you are entering: HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS ARE IJS EVENTS

Well Balanced Free Skate Events

Test Track Free Skate Events

Short Programs Compulsory Moves

Spins

No Test Open Juvenile Pre -Preliminary Pre –Preliminary Juvenile (IJS) Preliminary

Pre-Preliminary Intermediate (IJS) Pre-Preliminary Pre – Juvenile Preliminary Preliminary Novice (IJS) Preliminary Juvenile/Open

Juvenile (IJS)

Juvenile Junior (IJS) Pre-Juvenile Intermediate (IJS)

Pre Juvenile Intermediate Senior (IJS) Adult Pre Bronze Novice (IJS) Open Juvenile Novice Adult Bronze Juvenile (IJS) Junior Adult Free Skating Adult Silver

Intermediate (IJS) Senior Pre- Bronze Adult Gold Novice (IJS) Bronze Showcase Junior (IJS) Solo Pattern Dance Silver Jumps Basic Skills 1-8 Senior (IJS) Preliminary Gold Beginner Free Skate 1-2

Pre-Bronze Pre-Preliminary Beginner Basic Skills Programs

Bronze Basic Skills Elements

Preliminary Pre-Preliminary/ Preliminary

Snowplow Sam Pre- Silver Snowplow Sam Pre Juvenile Pre Juvenile/ Juvenile

Basic Skills 1 Silver Basic Skills 1 Juvenile/Open Juvenile (IJS)

Intermediate/ Novice

Basic Skills 2 Pre Gold Basic Skills 2 Intermediate (IJS) Junior/Senior Basic Skills 3 Gold Basic Skills 3 Novice (IJS) Basic Skills 4 Introductory

Compulsory Moves Basic Skills 4 Introductory

Free Skate Pairs Free

Skating

Basic Skills 5 Beginner Basic Skills 5 Beginner Pre Juvenile Basic Skills 6 High Beginner Basic Skills 6 High Beginner Juvenile Basic Skills 7 No Test Basic Skills 7 Intermediate Basic Skills 8 Basic Skills 8 Pairs Short Program Novice Free Skate 1 Free Skate 1 Intermediate Junior Free Skate 2 Free Skate 2 Novice Senior

Junior Senior

First Single Event $80.00 Additional Events $40.00 First Single IJS Event $90.00 Additional IJS Events $40.00 Pair Event $100.00/ team Pre-paid Practice Ice $12.00 /session Practice Ice (as available day of competition) $15.00 / session

$_________ Total ENTRY FEES ARE NOT REFUNDABLE AFTER THE ENTRY DEADLINE UNLESS AN EVENT IS CANCELLED BY OUR REFEREE.

Make Check Payable to: Queen City Figure Skating Club \Mail to: QCI c/o Stephanie Cole 11738 Laurelview Drive Cincinnati, Ohio 45429 *Planned Program Content Sheets must be submitted with entry form for all skaters skating IJS events. Forms are available on our website: www.queencityfsc.com. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

2015 QUEEN CITY INVITATIONAL PROGRAM ADS

The Queen City Figure Skating Club invites you to submit personal and business advertisements for the 2009 Queen City Invitational Program. The Program will be 8.5 X 11 black and white format (inside) with ad space costs as follows:

1/8 page - $10 ¼ page - $20 ½ page -$30 Full page - $50 Back Cover - $75 / $100 color Business cards, logos or graphic advertisements are gladly accepted. All ads must be submitted with your

check made payable to QCFSC Personal ads are a great way to thank your coach and wish your favorite skater "GOOD LUCK”. These personal messages are only $10 each and are a great way to encourage young skaters! Personal Ad Copy: (please print clearly)

____________________________________________________________

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2015 QUEEN CITY INVITATIONAL PRACTICE ICE SIGN-UP

First Name: ________________________ Last Name: _________________________________

Coach’s Name: _____________________________________ Practice Sessions are ½ hour in length at a rate of $12.00 per session. There will be a maximum of 20 skaters allowed per session. Please indicate the number and type of practice sessions you desire. No music will be played at practice sessions, with the exception of Dance and Basic Skills sessions. List number of sessions desired:

Free

Skating

Short Program Dance Compulsory

Moves Pairs Spins Showcase

Adult Beginner No Test

Pre-Preliminary Preliminary Pre-Juvenile

Open Juvenile / Juvenile

Intermediate Novice Junior Senior

Basic Skills Practice:________ Basic Skills Level: ________

Number of sessions ________ X $12 per session = ________ Additional practice ice will be available for purchase at the competition at a charge of $12.00 per 20 minute

session. Don’t forget to include a business size, self-addressed, stamped envelope for confirmation of practice and competition times. If you would prefer to be notified by e-mail, please be sure your e-mail

address is clearly marked below:

My e-mail address is______________________________________

My Coach’s e-mail address is: ___________________________________

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