Silver Blades Club Competition - April 13th, 2024
Registration will be open from February 20, 2024 10am through to February 29, 2024 11:59pm
ENTRY FEES:
$50.00 per skater for first event in a singles category (Includes freeskate, dance, artistic, create a skate, individual elements)
$30.00 per skater for any additional event in a singles category (as above)
$30.00 per team for group showcase, only one registration is needed per group
$10.00 per skater for Mix and Match Team Elements
$25.00 Canskate Elements
Skaters are limited to entering two events in addition to Team Elements, Killer Killian and Family Dutch Waltz. There are no adult categories offered at this event. Adult participants are eligible to participate in the Family Dutch Waltz category.
Registration will be done online at www.Silverblades.ca through Registration – Programs. These will be available at the following link:
Please note that the committee reserves the right to limit the number of entries in each category; events will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Based on the numbers of registrations for any given category, the committee reserves the right to cancel that category. Specifically, any event with only one entry will be cancelled. If there is extra time, an exhibition may be offered.
REFUNDS AND WITHDRAWLS:
Full refunds will be given for any cancelled events, or if the entry is withdrawn prior to the registration closing date. After the closing date, refunds will only be given for medical reasons if the Club office is contacted prior to 9am on April 12, 2024, and the registrar receives a medical certificate.
SKATING UP POLICY:
Skaters are permitted to skate up at a higher level than their qualification but skaters can only enter one event per category (i.e. skaters may register for Star 6, but not both Star 5 and Star 6 for example). Decision to skate up must be made at the time the entry is received.
REGISTRATION:
On competition day, all competitors must register no later than one hour prior to the scheduled start of their event.
MUSIC REGISTRATION:
Music must be submitted electronically, no CD’s will be played. Please ensure music is submitted to competitions@silverblades.ca if it is not already on the Club ipad by March 31, 2024. MP3 file should be labelled Skater’s first and last name Category entered (ie. Jane Smith Star 2 freeskate)
OFFICIALS:
Judging panels will be assigned by the Competition Chair. Best efforts will be made to secure qualified judges, but this is a club competition and skaters and parents should be aware that this event is intended to be fun. There is no guarantee that all judges/tech specialists will be fully qualified for level. There will be no video replays.
MARKING SYSTEM:
The Cumulative Points System (CPC) and the Skate to Standard marking system will be used at this event for the events as noted.
AWARDS:
Medals will be presented to skaters finishing first, second, and third in each of the following categories: STAR 4 and higher freeskate, and all Dance and Artistic categories, Create a Skate Creative Improv, Team Elements, and Showcase categories.
Ribbons and certificates will be presented to all participants in the following categories: CanSkate Elements and Star 1-3 Freeskate and Star 2 elements categories.
Trophies, medals and ribbons will be presented periodically throughout the day. Times will be posted in the lobby. Trophies will remain at the club after presentation.
ELIGIBILITY:
Competitors must be home club members of Silver Blades Skating Club. In showcase events, each individual in the group must satisfy ALL eligibility requirements. In Family Dance, one competitor must be a home club member.
TEST QUALIFICATIONS: As of January 15, 2024.
INCOMPLETE ENTRIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
GOOD LUCK TO ALL OUR SKATERS!
LIST OF CATEGORIES
CANSKATE INDIVIDUAL ELEMENTS
In keeping with the Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) plan of providing a platform for coaches to encourage and support athletes/participants at every level to fulfill their potential and remain involved in figure skating, this category is focused on the “Learning to Skate” stage.
This category, specifically stages 2-5, are open to CanSkate members only. Preliminary level skaters are eligible for Stage 6. Skaters who have passed any part of any Skate Canada test must enter one of the STAR categories.
All CanSkaters, up to and including Stage 5, must wear a CSA approved hockey helmet while on the ice. Skaters beyond Stage 5 who choose to wear a CSA approved hockey helmet during a competition will not be subjected to any deduction in relation to the use of a CSA approved hockey helmet.
Coaches will be allowed on the ice in a designated area for this event. Coaches must be wearing skates to be on the ice in the designated practice area.
Description: Skaters will be divided into groups and perform the elements. Skaters may NOT enter CanSkate Individual Elements category AND a Freeskate category.
Stage 2 Skaters must have passed the complete Stage 1 badge, but not the complete Stage 2 badge
• Forward stop
• Forward 2-foot sculling
• Forward 2-foot turn (CW or CCW – skater’s choice)
• Backward 2-foot sit glide
Stage 3 Skaters must have passed the complete Stage 2 badge, but not the complete Stage 3 badge.
• Forward circle thrusts (CW or CCW – skater’s choice)
• Backward 2-foot jump
• 2-foot quick turn forward to backward and backward to forward (CW or CCW – skater’s choice)
• Backward 2-foot sculling
Stage 4 Skaters must have passed the complete Stage 3 badge, but not the complete Stage 4 badge.
• Backward circle thrusts (CW or CCW – skater’s choice)
• Backward 360° step turn (CW or CCW – skater’s choice)
• 2 foot jump forward to backward and backward to forward (CW or CCW – skater’s choice)
• Forward inside slalom
Stage 5 Skaters must have passed the complete Stage 4 badge, but not the complete Stage 5 badge.
• Forward 2-foot side stop (CW or CCW – skater’s choice)
• Backward push/glide sequence, width of ice
• Forward power jump
• Forward crosscuts – figure 8
Stage 6 Skaters must have passed the complete Stage 5 badge, but not the complete Stage 6 badge.
• Forward 1 foot side stop (left or right – skater’s choice)
• Backward 1 foot slalom
• Forward 180° step turn (mohawk) (RFI-LBI or LFI-RBI – skater’s choice)
• Forward outside edges
Judges for this event will not necessarily be Star 1-4 Qualified.
STARSKATE CATEGORIES
All Freeskate categories and technical requirements and specifications using the 2023-2024 Skate Canada Competition Program Requirements – STAR (Skate Canada Rulebook) posted at:
Competition Program Requirements - STAR (skatecanada.ca)These categories are open to those skaters who do not meet the criteria for the Adult Classifications.
Skaters are expected to skate to their ability and enter the appropriate category level based on the requirements outlined in each category. For example, skaters who entered STAR 1-4 Series events in they should likely register for the same categories. Skaters who have passed a STAR 5 freeskate assessment should register for the STAR 5 + categories. Please review the registration levels with your Coach.
Intro to Preliminary skaters are recommended to consider registration for Canskate 6 Elements or Star 1 Elements depending on skater testing level, Star 1 Dance and Team Event.
FREESKATE CATEGORIES
Skaters are only permitted to enter one Freeskate category, with the exception of STAR 7 & STAR 9.STAR 1 Elements Assessment
(Assessed to Standard) Must not have passed any part of the STAR 6 Freeskate assessment. Elements scored to standard, skaters may be grouped by age. No Age Restrictions. (Mainly preliminary skaters)
Eight elements include the following:
· Circle Stroking Exercise: Stroking (Crosscuts) in same direction on a circle (one round forward, one round backward); draw for direction
· Waltz Jump
· Single Salchow
· Single Toe Loop
· Forward Upright Spin
· Backward Upright Spin
· Forward Spiral circles: Two Spirals, one on each foot executed on a circle in the same direction; skater chooses direction
· Creative Expression routine (30 seconds – music provided by the Competition Committee, each flight to have a different music selection). This is assessed as “completed” or “incomplete” only
STAR 2 Free Skating Program
(Assessed to Standard) Must not have passed any part of the STAR 6 Freeskate test. Individual elements plus Presentation and Skating Skills assessed to standard. Skaters may be grouped by age. Program Length: 2 minutes 10 seconds maximum. No Age Restrictions. (Mainly Preliminary or Junior skaters)
STAR 3 Free Skating Program
(Assessed to Standard) Must not have passed the any part of the STAR 6 Freeskate test. One program of 2:00 minutes in length (+/- 10 seconds). Individual elements plus Presentation and Skating Skills, assessed to standard. Skaters may be grouped by age. No age restrictions. (Mainly Junior or Intermediate skaters)
STAR 4 Free Skating Program
(Assessed to Standard with ranking) May not have passed the any part of the STAR 6 Freeskate test. One program of 2:00 minutes in length (+/- 10 seconds). Individual elements plus Presentation and Skating Skills assessed to standard and ranked. Skaters may be grouped by age if numbers warrant. (Mainly Intermediate skaters)
STAR 5 Free Skating Program
(Ranked) May NOT have passed any part of the STAR 8 Freeskate test. One program of 2:00 minutes in length (+/- 10 seconds). Star 5 will be scored using CPC and skaters will be ranked. Two Program Components will be assessed: Presentation and Skating Skills. Skaters may be grouped by age.
STAR 6 Free Skating Program
(Ranked) MUST have passed the complete STAR 5 freeskate test. One program of 2 minutes 30 seconds. Star 6 will be scored using CPC and skaters will be ranked. Two Program Components will be assessed: Presentation and Skating Skills. Skaters may be grouped by age if numbers warrant.
STAR 7 Free Skating Program
(Ranked) MUST have passed the complete STAR 5 freeskate test. One short program of 2 minutes 20 seconds in length (+/- 10 seconds). Star 7 will be scored using CPC and skaters will be ranked. Two Program Components will be assessed: Presentation and Skating Skills. Skaters may be grouped by age if numbers warrant.
STAR 8 Free Skating Program
(Ranked) MUST have passed the complete STAR 5 freeskate test. One free program of 3 minutes in length (+/- 10 seconds). Star 8 will be scored using CPC and skaters will be ranked. Two Program Components will be assessed: Presentation and Skating Skills. Skaters may be grouped by age if numbers warrant.
STAR 9 Free Skating Program
(Ranked) Must have passed the complete STAR 5 freeskate test. One short program of 2 minutes 20 seconds in length (+/- 10 seconds). Star 9 will be scored using CPC and skaters will be ranked. All three Program Components will be assessed: Composition, Presentation and Skating Skills. Skaters may be grouped by age if numbers warrant.
STAR 10 Free Skating Program
(Ranked) Must have passed the complete STAR 8 freeskate test. One short program of 3 minutes in length (+/- 10 seconds). Star 10 will be scored using CPC and skaters will be ranked. All three Program Components will be assessed: Composition, Presentation and Skating Skills. Skaters may be grouped by age if numbers warrant.
Gold Free Skating Program
(Ranked) Must have passed the complete STAR 8 freeskate test. One short program of 3 minutes 30 seconds in length (+/- 10 seconds). Gold will be scored using CPC and skaters will be ranked. All three Program Components will be assessed: Composition, Presentation and Skating Skills. Skaters may be grouped by age if numbers warrant.
FREESKATE INDIVIDUAL ELEMENTS
Description: Skaters perform 4 required elements in isolation. Each element may only be attempted once. NO RESKATES permitted.
STAR 2 Elements
(Assessed to Standard) Skaters may not have passed any part of the Star 6 freeskate test.
• Loop Jump
• Waltz/Toe Loop Combination
• Back Upright Spin (min 3 revolutions)
• Forward Spiral Sequence – Two forward spirals, one on each foot performed on either an outside or inside edge. No more than eight steps between. Both spirals must be unassisted.
SKATERS MAY SKATE STAR 2 ELEMENTS OR STAR 2 FREESKATE BUT NOT BOTH.
MIX AND MATCH TEAM ELEMENTS
Description: Skaters perform 1 required element in isolation. Teams will be made up randomly by the competition committee; each team member skates one element according to their Freeskate qualification level. The skater qualifications and elements will be as follows:
Star 1 – Waltz Jump
Star 2 – Loop Jump
Star 3 – Loop-loop combination
Star 4 – Axel
Star 5 – Combination Spin – must include at least one camel and one sit position and may include a change of foot. Forward entry only, No flying entry or difficult variations.
Star 6 – Any Double Jump
Star 8 and up – Any combination jump containing at least one double jump.
SKATERS WILL SKATE ONLY ONE ELEMENT. THERE WILL BE NO RESKATES. TEAMS MAY NOT HAVE THE SAME NUMBER OF SKATERS.
ICE DANCE CATEGORIES
Dance categories may be double paneled if scheduling allows. Skate Canada Series music will be used. The same music will be used for each skater in a category.
FAMILY ICE DANCE Dutch Waltz
A fun event for all Silver Blades families! Participants must be related. Medals will be awarded to all participants.
KILLER KILLIAN:
Open to all Intermediate and Senior Level skaters. Skate until you drop! This dance will be skated to contemporary music selected by the Competition Committee.
SOLO DANCES:
The following categories are open to those skaters who do not meet the criteria for the Adult Classifications. Limit to one dance per skater.
Star 1 Dance – Dutch Waltz, skater will not have passed any Star 2 dance test.
Star 2/3 Dance – Canasta Tango, skater must have passed the complete Star 1 dance test
Star 4/5 Dance – Swing, skater must have passed the complete Star 3 dance test.
Star 6/7 Dance – European Waltz, skater must have passed the complete Star 5 dance test.
Star 8/9 Dance – Rocker Foxtrot, skaters must have passed the complete Star 5 dance test.
Star 10/Gold – Starlight Waltz, skater must have passed the complete Star 7 dance test.
Diamond – Argentine Tango, skater must have passed the complete Star 7 dance test.
ARTISTIC CATEGORIES
Artistic programs are designed by the skater and/or coach and focus on the skater’s ability to develop performance, creativity and interpretation. Artistic programs combine skating skills such as turns, edges, and field movements, with creative spins and the ability to project emotion and artistry. Programs must include required content for the purpose of enhancing the skater’s interpretation and musicality. The focus of the required elements is on their quality, creativity, and ability to enhance the program rather than for their technical difficulty. Movements should not be merely a collection of pleasing or spectacular moves assembled to popular music for the purpose of entertaining an audience (exhibition/show program).
Program requirements & Event procedures Artistic events consist of four levels of competition.
Star 5 – Must have passed the Star 4 skills test. One artistic program to music, a maximum of two minutes and 10 seconds in length.
Star 7 – Must have passed the Star 4 skills test. One artistic program to music, a maximum of two minutes and 10 seconds in length.
Star 9 – Must have passed the Star 5 Artistic test. One artistic program to music, a maximum of two minutes and 10 seconds in length.
Gold – Must have passed the Star 7 artistic test. One artistic program to music, a maximum of two minutes and 40 seconds in length.
SHOWCASE AND CREATIVE CATEGORIES
The following categories are open to those skaters who do not meet the criteria for the Adult Classifications.
Showcase and creative categories are intended to be entertaining and will be judged on their theatrical and artistic qualities. Programs may tell a story, create a mood or have an obvious theme.
Group Showcase
Open to Intermediate and Senior qualified skaters based on qualification level at the fall registration period. Group event: 2-6 skaters. Skaters to provide music, program length 1 minute (+/- 10 seconds)
Showcase programs are designed by the skaters and/or coach and focus on the skater’s ability to entertain an audience through use of theatrics or artistic abilities. Programs may tell a story, create a mood or have an obvious theme. Costumes and props are permitted within the restrictions.
Program content, rules and event procedures:
• Theatrical costumes and hand props are permitted. Feathers and boas of any type are not permitted
• Vocal music is permitted
• A maximum of 1 minute will be permitted prior to each performance for the skater(s) to warm-up and set-up any props as necessary
• All single jumps are permitted; jumps of any higher rotation will be subject to an illegal element violation if included
• Programs should not resemble a synchronized skating program; use of team formations and maneuvers should be limited
• Lifts and throws of any kind are not permitted and will be subject to an illegal element violation if included
Create a Skate Creative Improv
Must have passed Star 1 skills assessment. Creative Improv programs are designed only by the skater with minimal preparation. Creative Improv tests the skater’s ability to quickly interpret a given piece of music and entertain the audience. There is no coaching permitted for these events. Two program Components will be assessed Presentation and Skating Skills. Music is selected by the Competition Committee or designate. Skaters will hear the music three times and then will skate a routine of their own creation. Coaches are not allowed to communicate with skaters after the warm-up has begun. Skaters may be grouped by age and/or skating level. Music will be 45 seconds (+/- 10 Seconds)