Technical Requirements for «A» Class

Pre-CHICKS Girls and Boys (Born 2011 or later) Free Skating only
Duration of the Program: 2:00 min. ±10 sec.
A well balanced Free Skating program must contain:

• maximum of four (4) jump elements;
• maximum of two (2) jump combinations or sequences (NB! A jump combination can contain only two (2) jumps. A jump combination containing three (3) jumps is NOT permitted);
• maximum of two (2) spins of a different nature; d) one (1) step sequence fully utilizing the ice surface. The element will receive value and be evaluated by the judges in GOE.

CHICKS Girls and Boys (Born 2009 or later) Free Skating only
Duration of the Program: 2:00 min. ±10 sec.
A well balanced Free Skating program must contain:

• maximum of four (4) jump elements;
• maximum of two (2) jump combinations or sequences (NB! A jump combination can contain only two (2) jumps. A jump combination containing three (3) jumps is NOT permitted);
• 1Axel and double jumps are forbidden;
• maximum of two (2) spins of a different nature;
• one (1) step sequence fully utilizing the ice surface. The element will receive value and be evaluated by the judges in GOE.

CHICKS «Axel» Girls and Boys (Born 2009 or later) Free Skating only
Duration of the Program: 2:00 min. ±10 sec.
A well balanced Free Skating program must contain:

• maximum of four (4) jump elements (one of which must be an Axel-type jump);
• maximum of two (2) jump combinations or sequences (NB! A jump combination can contain only two (2) jumps. A jump combination containing three (3) jumps is NOT permitted);
• maximum of two (2) spins of a different nature (minimum of 4 revolutions each);
• one (1) step sequence fully utilizing the ice surface. The element will receive value and be evaluated by the judges in GOE.

CUBS Girls and Boys (Born 2007 or later) Free Skating only
Duration of the Program: 2:30 min. ±10 sec.
A well balanced Free Skating program must contain:

• maximum of four (4) jump elements (one of which must be an Axel-type jump);
• maximum of two (2) jump combinations or sequences (NB! A jump combination can contain only two (2) jumps. A jump combination containing three (3) jumps is NOT permitted);
• maximum of two (2) spins of a different nature, one of which must be a spin combination with (minimum of (3) three revolutions on each foot) or without change of foot (minimum of (5) five revolutions in total) and one a spin in one position with or without change of foot (minimum of (6) six revolutions in total). Flying entry is allowed;
• one step sequence fully utilizing the ice surface.

BASIC NOVICE A Girls, Boys According to latest ISU rules and communications

BASIC NOVICE B Girls, Boys According to latest ISU rules and communications

ADVANCED NOVICE Girls, Boys According to latest ISU rules and communications

JUNIOR Ladies and Men According to latest ISU rules and communications

SENIOR Ladies and Men According to latest ISU rules and communications

Technical Requirements for «B» Class

Pre-CHICKS B Girls and Boys (Born 2011 or later)
Free Skating 2 min. ±10 sec.

• maximum of four (4) jump elements;
• maximum of one (2) jump combinations or sequences (NB! A jump combination can contain only two (2) jumps. A jump combination containing three (3) jumps is NOT permitted);
• maximum of two (2) spins of a different nature (minimum of 3 revolutions each);
• one (1) step sequence;
• Axel, Lutz, Flip and double (2) jumps are NOT permitted.

CUBS B Girls and Boys (Born 2007 or later)
Free Skating 2 min., 30 sec. ±10 sec.

• maximum of four (4) jump elements;
• maximum of two (2) jump combinations or sequences (NB! A jump combination can contain only two (2) jumps. A jump combination containing three (3) jumps is NOT permitted);
• maximum of two (2) spins of a different nature (minimum of three (3) revolutions);
• one step sequence;
• Axel and one (1) double jump are permitted.

SPRINGS B Girls and Boys (Born 2005 or later)
Free Skating 2 min., 30 sec. ±10 sec.

• maximum of four (4) jump elements (one of which must be an Axel type jump);
• maximum of two (2) jump combinations or (NB! A jump combination can contain only two (2) jumps. A jump combination containing three (3) jumps is NOT permitted);
• maximum of three (3) spins of a different nature (minimum of three (3) revolutions);
• one step sequence;
• Maximum 2 (two) different double jumps are permitted.

NOVICE B Girls and Boys (10 to 15 years old before July 1st preceding the event)
Free Skating 3 min. ±10 sec.

• maximum of 5 jump elements (girls and boys) one of which must be an Axel type jump;
• there may be up to two (2) jump combinations or sequences. A jump combination can contain only two (2) jumps. A jump sequence can contain any number of jumps, but only two most difficult jumps will be counted;
• there must be a maximum of three (3) spins of a different nature, one of which must be a spin combination (minimum of ten (10) revolutions in total), one a flying spin or a spin with a flying entrance (minimum of five (5) revolutions in total) and one spin is optional (minimum of five (5) revolutions);
• one step sequence.

JUNIOR B Girls and Boys (according to ISU Junior rules)
Free Skating 3 min. ±10 sec.

• maximum of five (5) jump elements one of which must be an Axel type jump;
• maximum of two (2) jump combinations or sequences; (Only one jump combination may consist of three (3) jumps);
• three (3) spins of a different nature, one of which must be a spin combination (minimum of ten (10) revolutions in total), one a flying spin (minimum of six (6) revolutions) and one spin is optional (minimum of six (6) revolutions);
• one(1) step sequence.

SENIOR B Ladies and Men (according to ISU Junior rules)
Free Skating 3:30 min. ±10 sec.

• Maximum seven (7) jump elements:
  — at least one (1) Axel-type element;
  — maximum three (3) jump combinations or jump sequences.
  One jump combination may consist of three jumps, the other of two jumps.
• Three (3) spins of different nature
   — one must be a spin combination with minimum of ten (10) revolutions 
  — one must be a flying spin with minimum of six (6) revolutions 
  — one spin is optional with minimum of six (6) revolutions;
• One Step sequence.

The Program Components are judged in:
— Skating skills
— Transition
— Performance/execution
— Music interpretation

The Factor of the Program Components:
— for boys 2.0
— for girls 1.7

The level of spins and step sequences cannot be higher than 3.
Any additional features will NOT count for Level requirements and will be ignored by the Technical Panel.

PRE-YOUNG Girls and Boys Born 2008 and younger
Free Program: 2 min. ±10 sec

• Maximum four (4) jump elements
  — maximum two (2) jump combinations or jump sequences
  — a jump combination may consist of only two (2) jumps
  — a jump sequence can contain any number of jumps, but only two (2) most difficult jumps will be counted.
• Maximum two (2) spins of different nature.
• One step sequence (2/3 cover of the ice), (straight line, circular or serpentine).
• Axel and double jumps are NOT allowed!
• Any jump with the same name may be executed ONLY TWICE.

PRE-YOUNG Girls and Boys Born 2006/2007
Free program: 2 min. ±10 sec

• Maximum four (4) jump elements
  — maximum two (2) jump combinations or jump sequences
  — a jump combination may consist of only two (2) jumps
  — a jump sequence can contain any number of jumps, but only two (2) most difficult jumps will be counted.
• Maximum two (2) spins of different nature.
• One step sequence (2/3 cover of the ice), (straight line, circular or serpentine).
• Axel and double jumps are NOT allowed!
• Any jump with the same name may be executed ONLY TWICE.

YOUNG Girls and Boys Born 2003-2005
Free Program: 2.30 min (±10 sec)

• Maximum five (5) jump elements
  — maximum three (3) jump combinations or jump sequences
  — a jump combination may consist of only two (2) jumps
  — a jump sequence can contain any number of jumps, but only two (2) most difficult jumps will be counted.
• Maximum two (2) spins of different nature.
• One step sequence (2/3 cover of the ice), (straight line, circular or serpentine).
• Axel and one (1) double jump are allowed.
• Any jump with the same name may be executed ONLY TWICE.

YOUNG (boys and girls) Born 2000-2002
Free Program: 2.30 min. ±10 sec

• Maximum five (5) jump elements
  — maximum three (3) jump combinations or jump sequences
  — a jump combination may consist of only two (2) jumps
  — a jump sequence can contain any number of jumps, but only two (2) most difficult jumps will be counted.
• Maximum two (2) spins of different nature.
• One step sequence (2/3 cover of the ice), (straight line, circular or serpentine).
• Axel and one (1) double jump are allowed.
• Any jump with the same name may be executed ONLY TWICE.

Technical Requirements for Adults

Adult Single Bronze
A competitor in the Bronze Free Skating event must perform a well-balanced program that may contain: 
a. A maximum of four (4) jump elements, consisting only of single jumps. Axel type jumps, double jumps and triple jumps are not permitted. 
There may be up to two (2) jump combinations or jump sequences in the free program. 
 Each jump combination may consist of two (2) listed jumps. 
 A jump combination may consist of the same or another single jump. 
 A jump sequence may consist of any number of single jumps that may be linked by nonlisted jumps like mazurkas etc. and/or hops immediately 
following each other while maintaining the jump rhythm (knee); there can be no steps, turns, crossovers or stroking during the sequence. 
Only the two (2) listed jumps with the highest value will count towards the technical score. 
 Each listed jump may be performed a maximum of two (2) times. 
b. A maximum of two (2) spins of a different abbreviation one of which must be a spin in one position with no change of foot. Flying spins are not permitted. 
 The spins must have a required minimum number of revolutions: three (3) for any spin with no change of foot, and six (6) for the spin combination with 
change of foot or the spin in one position with change of foot. 
 A spin that has no basic position with 2 revolutions will receive no level and no value, however a spin with less than three rotations is considered as a 
skating movement and not a spin. 
 Spin combinations must include a minimum of two (2) different basic positions with two (2) revolutions in each of these positions anywhere within the spin.
To receive full value, a spin combination must include all three (3) basic positions. 
 The change of foot in any spin must be preceded and followed by a spin position with at least three (3) revolutions. If this requirement is not fulfilled,
the short part of the spin will be ignored including any features. 
 Only features up to and including Level 1 will be counted. Any additional features will not count for level requirements and will be ignored by the Technical Panel. 
c. A maximum of one (1) choreographic sequence utilizing at least half (1/2) of the ice surface. 
 A choreographic sequence consists of any kind of movements like steps, turns, spirals, arabesques, spread eagles, Ina Bauers, hydroblading, transitional (unlisted)
jumps, spinning movements etc. 
 The pattern is not restricted. 
 A choreographic sequence has a base value and will be evaluated by the judges in GOE only. 
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED The maximum time is 1 minute and 50 seconds, but may be less. 
The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.6. 
The warm-up duration is six (6) minutes.

Adult Single Silver
A competitor in the Silver Free Skating event must perform a well-balanced program that may contain: 
a. A maximum of five (5) jump elements, consisting of any single jumps (including the single Axel). Double jumps and triple jumps are not permitted. There may be up
to two (2) jump combinations or jump sequences in the free program. 
 One (1) jump combination may consist of up to three (3) listed jumps. The other jump combination may consist of two (2) listed jumps. 
 A jump combination may consist of the same or another single jump. 
 A jump sequence may consist of any number of single jumps that may be linked by nonlisted jumps like mazurkas etc. and/or hops immediately following each other 
while maintaining the jump rhythm (knee); there can be no steps, turns, crossovers or stroking during the sequence. Only the two (2) listed jumps with the highest value 
will count towards the technical score. 
 Each listed jump may be performed a maximum of two (2) times. 
 Please note that the half-loop when used in combination/sequence, in between two listed jumps, is considered as a listed jump with the value of a single loop (1Lo). 
 Non-listed jumps may be included in the program as part of connecting footwork. 
b. A maximum of two (2) spins of a different abbreviation, one (1) of which must be a spin combination. 
 The spins must have a required minimum number of revolutions: four (4) for any spin with no change of foot, and eight (8) for any spin with a change of foot. 
 A spin that has no basic position with 2 revolutions will receive no level and no value, however a spin with less than three rotations is considered as a skating movement 
and not a spin. 
 Spin combinations must include a minimum of two (2) different basic positions with two (2) revolutions in each of these positions anywhere within the spin. To receive 
full value, a spin combination must include all three (3) basic positions. 
 The change of foot in any spin must be preceded and followed by a spin position with at least three (3) revolutions. If this requirement is not fulfilled, the short part of 
the spin will be ignored including any features. 
c. A maximum of one (1) step sequence, utilizing at least half (1/2) of the ice surface. 
 Only the first executed attempt of a step sequence will contribute to the technical score. 
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED The maximum time is 2 minutes and 10 seconds, but may be less. 
The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.6. 
Only features up to and including Level 2 will be counted for the spins and step sequence. Any additional features will not count for level requirements and will be 
ignored by the Technical Panel. 
The warm-up duration is six (6) minutes.

Adult Single Gold 
A competitor in the Gold Free Skating event must perform a well-balanced program that may contain: 
a. A maximum of six (6) jump elements, consisting of single jumps (including the single Axel) or double jumps. Double Flip, double Lutz, double Axel and Triple jumps are
not permitted. There may be up to three (3) jump combinations or jump sequences in the free program. 
 One (1) jump combination may consist of up to three (3) listed jumps. Two (2) jump combinations may consist of two (2) listed jumps. 
 A jump combination may consist of the same or another single or double jump, with the exception of the jumps in bold above. 
 A jump sequence may consist of any number of single and double jumps, with the exception of the jumps in bold above, that may be linked by non-listed jumps like
mazurkas etc. and/or hops immediately following each other while maintaining the jump rhythm (knee); there can be no steps, turns, crossovers or stroking during the
sequence. Only the two (2) listed jumps with the highest value will count towards the technical score. 
 Each listed jump may be performed a maximum of two (2) times. 
 Please note that the half-loop when used in combination/sequence, in between two listed jumps, is considered as a listed jump with the value of a single loop (1Lo). 
 Non-listed jumps may be included in the program as part of connecting footwork. 
b. A maximum of three (3) spins of a different abbreviation, one (1) of which must be a spin combination with a change of foot and one (1) of which must be a flying 
spin or a spin with a flying entrance. 
 The spins must have a required minimum number of revolutions: four (4) for any spin with no change of foot, and eight (8) for any spin with a change of foot. 
 A spin that has no basic position with 2 revolutions will receive no level and no value, however a spin with less than three rotations is considered as a skating
movement and not a spin. 
 Spin combinations must include a minimum of two (2) different basic positions with two (2) revolutions in each of these positions anywhere within the spin. 
To receive full value, a spin combination must include all three (3) basic positions. 
 The change of foot in any spin must be preceded and followed by a spin position with at least three (3) revolutions. If this requirement is not fulfilled, the short 
part of the spin will be ignored including any features. 
c. A maximum of one (1) step sequence, fully utilizing the ice surface.  Only the first executed attempt of a step sequence will contribute to the technical score. 
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED The maximum time is 2 minutes and 50 seconds, but may be less. 
The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.6. 
Only features up to and including Level 3 will be counted for the spins and step sequence. Any additional features will not count for level requirements and will be 
ignored by the Technical Panel. 
The warm-up duration is six (6) minutes.

Adult Single Masters  
A competitor in the Masters Free Skating event must perform a well-balanced program that may contain: 
a. A maximum of six (6) jump elements, one of which must be an Axel type jump. Single, double and triple jumps are permitted. There may be up to three (3) 
jump combinations or jump sequences in the free program. 
 One (1) jump combination may consist of up to three (3) listed jumps. Two (2) jump combinations may consist of two (2) listed jumps. 
 A jump combination may consist of the same or another single, double or triple jump. 
 A jump sequence may consist of any number of jumps of any number of revolutions that may be linked by non-listed jumps like mazurkas etc. and/or
hops immediately following each other while maintaining the jump rhythm (knee); there can be no steps, turns, crossovers or stroking during the sequence. 
Only the two (2) listed jumps with the highest value will count towards the technical score. 
 Each listed jump may be performed a maximum of two (2) times. 
 Please note that the half-loop when used in combination/sequence, in between two listed jumps, is considered as a listed jump with the value of a single loop (1Lo). 
 Non-listed jumps may be included in the program as part of connecting footwork. 
b. A maximum of three (3) spins of a different abbreviation, one (1) of which must be a spin combination with a change of foot and one (1) of which must be a 
flying spin or a spin with a flying entrance. 
 The spins must have a required minimum number of revolutions: five (5) for any spin with no change of foot, and eight (8) for any spin with a change of foot. 
 A spin that has no basic position with 2 revolutions will receive no level and no value, however a spin with less than three rotations is considered as a skating
movement and not a spin. 
 Spin combinations must include a minimum of two (2) different basic positions with two (2) revolutions in each of these positions anywhere within the spin. 
To receive full value, a spin combination must include all three (3) basic positions. 
 The change of foot in any spin must be preceded and followed by a spin position with at least three (3) revolutions. If this requirement is not fulfilled, the 
short part of the spin will be ignored including any features. 
c. A maximum of one (1) step sequence, fully utilizing the ice surface. 
 Only the first executed attempt of a step sequence will contribute to the technical score. 
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED The maximum time is 3 minutes and 10 seconds, but may be less. 
The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.6. 
The warm-up duration is six (6) minutes.

Pair Free Skating

Each couple consists of a man and a lady.

Masters Pair Skating 
Masters pairs must perform a well-balanced program that may contain: 
a. A maximum of three (3) different lifts, one of which may be a twist lift. 
 In lifts of Group 1 and Group 2, the man’s lifting hand(s) should be above his shoulder line. 
 In lifts of Groups 3–4-5, full extension of the lifting arm(s) is mandatory. 
b. A maximum of two (2) throw jumps (single or double). 
c. A maximum of one (1) solo jump. Single, double and triple jumps are permitted. 
d. A maximum of one (1) jump combination with a maximum of three (3) listed jumps or one (1) jump sequence with any number of jumps. Only the two (2) 
listed jumps with the highest value will count towards the technical score. 
e. A maximum of one (1) pair spin (pair spin or pair spin combination). 
 The spin must have a required minimum number of revolutions: four (4) revolutions for a pair spin and six (6) for a pair spin combination. A pair spin 
combination must have a change of foot by both partners with at least three (3) revolutions on each foot and at least one (1) change of position by both
partners. If there is no change of foot or no change of position by one or both partners, the spin will be called as a pair spin. 
 There must be a minimum of two (2) revolutions in each position or the position will not be counted. 
f. A maximum of one (1) solo spin. 
 The solo spin must have a required minimum number of revolutions: five (5) for the flying spin with no change of foot after landing, five (5) for the 
spin with only one position and no change of foot and five (5) for the spin combination with no change of foot and eight (4 + 4) for the spin combination 
with change of foot or spin in one position with a change of foot. International Adult Figure Skating Competition 2018 12 
 There must be a minimum of two (2) revolutions in each position or the position will not be counted. 
 Spin combinations must include a minimum of two (2) different basic positions with two (2) revolutions in each of these positions anywhere within the 
spin. To receive full value, a spin combination must include all three (3) basic positions. 
g. A maximum of one (1) death spiral or pivot figure (position optional). 
 At least ¾ revolution in pivot position by the man is required for the death spiral. 
 At least one revolution in pivot position by the man is required for pivot figure. 
h. A maximum of one (1) step sequence, utilizing at least half (1/2) of the ice surface. 
 Only the first executed attempt of a step sequence will contribute to the technical score 
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED The maximum time is 3 minutes and 40 seconds, but may be less. 
The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.6. 
The warm-up duration is six (6) minutes.

Intermediate Pair Skating 

Pairs must perform a well-balanced program that may contain: 
a. A maximum of two (2) different lifts of Group 1 or Group 2 with a minimum ½ revolution for the man and 1 revolution for the lady. 
 The man’s lifting hand(s) should be above his shoulder line. 
 Variations of the lady’s position, no-handed and one-handed lifts, and combination lifts are not permitted. 
 Lifts of Groups 3-4-5 are not permitted. 
 Twist lifts are not permitted. 
 A different take-off counts as a different lift. 
b. A maximum of one (1) single throw jump (including the throw Axel). 
 Double and triple jumps are not permitted. 
c. A maximum of one (1) solo single jump (including the single Axel). 
 Double and triple jumps are not permitted. 
d. A maximum of one (1) jump combination with a maximum of three (3) listed jumps or one (1) jump sequence with any number of jumps (only the two
jumps with the highest value will count for points). 
 Only single jumps are allowed (including the single Axel). 
 Double and triple jumps are not permitted. 
e. A maximum of one (1) pair spin (pair spin or pair combination spin). 
 The spin must have a required minimum number of revolutions: four (4) revolutions for a pair spin and six (6) for a pair spin combination. A pair spin 
combination must have a change of foot by both partners with at least three (3) revolutions on each foot and at least one (1) change of position by both
partners. If there is no change of foot or no change of position by one or both partners, the spin will be called as a pair spin. 
 There must be a minimum of two (2) revolutions in each position or the position will not be counted.
f. A maximum of one (1) death spiral or pivot figure (position optional). 
 At least ¾ revolution in pivot position by the man is required for the death spiral. 
 At least one (1) revolution in pivot position by the man is required for the pivot figure. 
g. A maximum of one (1) step sequence, fully utilizing the ice surface. 
 Only the first executed attempt of a step sequence will contribute to the technical score. 
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED The maximum time is 2 minutes and 50 seconds, but may be less. 
The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.6. Only features up to and including Level 2 will be counted for the spins and 
step sequence. Any additional features will not count for level requirements and will be ignored by the Technical Panel. 
The warm-up duration is six (6) minutes.

Adult Pair Skating 
Pairs must perform a well-balanced program that may contain: 
a. A maximum of one (1) lift of Group 1 or Group 2 with a minimum ½ revolution for the man. 
 The man’s lifting hand(s) should be above his shoulder line. 
 Variations of the lady’s position, no-handed and one-handed lifts, and combination lifts are not permitted. 
 Lifts of Groups 3-4-5 are not permitted, 
 Twist lifts are not permitted. 
b. A maximum of one (1) single throw jump. 
 Throw double and triple jumps are not permitted. 
 Throw Axel is not permitted.
c. A maximum of one (1) solo single jump. 
 Double and triple jumps are not permitted. 
 Axel type jumps are not permitted. 
d. A maximum of one (1) jump combination with a maximum of two (2) listed jumps or one (1) jump sequence with any number of jumps (only the
two jumps with the highest value will count for points). 
 Only single jumps are allowed. 
 Double and triple jumps are not permitted. 
 Axel type jumps are not permitted. 
e. A maximum of one (1) pair spin.
 A pair spin is any spin no change of foot or no change of position by one or both partners. 
 Pair combination spins (spins with a change of foot and change of position by both partners) are not permitted. 
 There must be a minimum of two (2) revolutions in each position or the position will not be counted. 
 Only features up to and including Level 1 will be counted. Any additional features will not count for level requirements and will be ignored
by the Technical Panel. 
f. A maximum of one (1) pivot figure (position optional). 
 At least one (1) revolution in pivot position by the man is required. g. A maximum of one (1) choreographic sequence that fully utilizes 
the ice surface. 
 A choreographic sequence consists of any kind of movements like steps, turns, spirals, arabesques, spread eagles, Ina Bauers, 
hydroblading, transitional (unlisted) jumps, spinning movements etc. 
 The pattern is not restricted.
 A choreographic sequence has a base value and will be evaluated by the judges in GOE only. 
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED The maximum time is 2 minutes and 30 seconds, but may be less. 
The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.6.
The warm-up duration is six (6) minutes.

Artistic Skating

General Regulations:
The artistic events consist of free skating and pair free skating programs judged only on the basis of the Program Components: 
 Skating skills 
 Transitions 
 Performance 
 Composition 
 Interpretation/Timing 
See ISU Special Regulations and Technical Rules 2016, Singles & Pair Skating, Rule 504, paragraph 3 for a detailed description of Program Components. 
The respective Rules can be found on the ISU website. 
There will be no technical panel and no technical mark given. The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.0 
The artistic program consists of a variety of skating moves selected for their value in demonstrating skating ability and enhancing the skater’s interpretation of the music. 
Skaters will be judged on their ability to interpret the music and develop a theme through their skating. Credit for technical elements is based solely on the ability of 
such movements to enhance the chosen theme and support the music. Credit will not be given for their technical difficulty. 
The program must be developed through skating skill and quality rather than through non-skating actions such as sliding on one knee or excessive use of toe steps, 
which should be used only to reflect the character of the program and to underline the rhythm and nuances of the chosen music. The skater/pair must not remain in one
place for more than five (5) seconds. 
Any element exceeding the maximum number as set forth below will be judged as an illegal element (1.0 deduction). If there is no jump or no spin element included or 
only a jump and no spin or vice versa a deduction for a “missing element” of 1.0 will be made. The Referee is responsible for such deductions. 
Clothing and make-up must be modest, dignified and appropriate for athletic competition – not garish or theatrical in design. Clothing may, however, reflect the character 
of the music chosen. Clothing must not give the effect of excessive nudity. The theme of the program should be recognizable from the skating movements and 
choreography – regardless of what the skater is wearing. 
Props and accessories may not be used in any part of the artistic programs. Any item that is held in the hand or removed during the performance is considered a prop. 
Thus, for example, a hat worn throughout the program is not considered to be a prop, but if it is intentionally removed during the performance it is considered a prop. 
Objects on the ice, thrown in the audience, placed on the boards or on the judges table are not permitted. Costumes that contain particles that may mar or leave anything 
on the ice surface (feathers, boas, excessive beading) are considered unsafe and are not permitted. 
The deduction for inappropriate clothing or make-up props and accessories (1.0) will be determined by a majority of the judges and the referee.
Illegal elements: 
 Somersault type jumps 
 Lying on the ice and prolonged and/or stationary kneeling on both knees on the ice 
The warm-up duration is five (5) minutes for all artistic free skating events.

Artistic Single Skating

Competitions will be held at the Masters, Gold, Silver and Bronze levels. 
The Artistic Free Skate is a competitive program that must include elements of the sport of figure skating. 
At least one (1) and a maximum of two (2) single jumps MUST be included. At least one (1) and a maximum of two (2) spins MUST be included. 
No Axel type jumps, double or triple jumps are allowed. No combination jumps are allowed. 
The maximum time for Masters Artistic Free Skating is 2 minutes and 10 seconds, but may be less. 
The maximum time for Gold, Silver and Bronze Artistic Free Skating is 1 minute and 40 seconds but may be less. 
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED 

Pair Artistic Free Skating

Each pair artistic team must consist of one man and one lady. 
Coaches and students are welcome to compete in all events, however, this competition DOES NOT have a PRO-AM category and it is MANDATORY that pair 
couples enter at the skill level of the more skilled skater.

Masters Pair Artistic Skating
The Masters Pair Artistic Free Skate is a competitive program that must include elements of the sport of pair figure skating. Each pair must include at least three (3)
and no more than four (4) elements selected from: 
a. A maximum of one (1) solo jump OR one (1) throw jump. Axel type jumps, double and triple jumps are not permitted. Combination jumps are not permitted. 
b. A maximum of one (1) pair spin (pair spin or pair spin combination) OR one (1) solo spin. 
c. A maximum of one (1) death spiral or pivot figure (position optional). 
d. A maximum of one (1) lift of Group 1 or Group 2. 
 Variations of the lady’s position, no-handed and one-handed lifts, and combination lifts are not permitted. 
 Twist lifts are not permitted. 
 Lifts of Groups 3-4-5 are not permitted. 
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED 
The maximum time is 2 minutes and 20 seconds, but may be less. 
The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.0

Intermediate Pair Artistic Skating 
The Pair Artistic Free Skate is a competitive program that must include elements of the sport of pair figure skating. Each pair must include at least three (3) and no more 
than four (4) elements selected from: 
a. A maximum of one (1) solo jump OR one (1) throw jump. Axel type jumps, double and triple jumps are not permitted. Combination jumps are not permitted. 
b. A maximum of one (1) pair spin (pair spin or pair spin combination) OR one (1) solo spin. 
c. A maximum of one (1) death spiral or pivot figure (position optional). 
d. A maximum of one (1) lift of Group 1 or Group 2. 
 Variations of the lady’s position, no-handed and one-handed lifts, and combination lifts are not permitted. 
 Twist lifts are not permitted. 
 Lifts of Groups 3-4-5 are not permitted. 
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED 
The maximum time is 1 minute and 50 seconds, but may be less. 
The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.0

Adult Pair Artistic Skating
The Pair Artistic Free Skate is a competitive program that must include elements of the sport of pair figure skating. Each pair must include at least three (3) and no more
than four (4) elements selected from: 
a. A maximum of one (1) solo jump OR one (1) throw jump. Axel type jumps, double and triple jumps are not permitted. Combination jumps are not permitted. 
b. A maximum of one (1) pair spin OR one (1) solo spin. Pair spin combinations and flying spins are not permitted. 
c. A maximum of one (1) pivot figure (position optional). 
d. A maximum of one (1) lift of Group 1 or Group 2. 
 Variations of the lady’s position, no-handed and one-handed lifts, and combination lifts are not permitted. 
 Twist lifts are not permitted. 
 Lifts of Groups 3-4-5 are not permitted. 
VOCAL MUSIC MAY BE USED 
The maximum time is 1 minute and 50 seconds, but may be less. 
The points for each Program Component are multiplied by a factor of 1.0