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The Skating Club of Morris
Presents
The 2015 Morris Open
Solo Ice Dance Competition
March 27, 28 & 29, 2015
William G. Mennen Sports Arena
161 Hanover Ave., Morristown, New Jersey
The 2015 Morris Open is a participating competition within the
2015 Solo Dance Series
2015 Morris Open Dance Competition
Dates:
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, March 27, 28, & 29, 2015
Location:
William G. Mennen Sports Arena, (a facility of the Morris County Parks Commission)
161 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960
(973) 326-7651
Website:
www.scomnj.org
General Questions:
morrisopen@gmail.com
Chairperson:
Katherine Roekaert Davis
Chief Referee:
Tech Panel Captain:
Patricia J. Lynch
Dana Hordyzinski
Rules:
The solo pattern dance event, combined event and shadow dance events are being offered as part of
the 2015 U.S. Figure Skating Solo Dance Series and will be conducted in accordance with the 2015
Solo Dance Series Handbook found at http://www.usfigureskating.org/Programs.asp?id=479. Please
refer to the 2015 Solo Dance Series Handbook for current Series rules, levels and event
requirements that will be in effect for this competition.
Eligibility:
All entrants must be members in good standing of clubs having membership in U.S. Figure Skating
or be an individual member of U.S. Figure Skating. Test requirements are as of March 15, 2015 [the
USFS deadline for Solo Dance Series registration] and/or when the skater submits their registration
to be a solo dance series participant, whichever date is earliest.
Entries:
Enter online at www.entryeeze.com. Deadline for online entries, without late fees, is no later than
11:59 PM EST February 23, 2015. The Local Organizing Committee (LOC) reserves the right to
limit entries in each category and the right to combine, divide or cancel groups. Entries received
February 24—March 2, 2015 will be accepted solely at the discretion of the LOC and will
require an additional late fee of $40 per event.
Entry Fees:
Solo Pattern Dance
Solo Combined Event
Solo Shadow Dance
Dance Referee:
Chief Accountant:
Diana Wisner
Martha Downen
$ 110.00
$ 130.00
$ 120.00 per team
PLEASE NOTE: Although the Solo Dance Series is being held during the Morris Open, it is a separate competition
and therefore, requires a separate registration and entry fees. All participants must have previously registered with
U.S. Figure Skating and paid the required fee to participate in the Solo Dance Series. Your registration number is
required to enter this competition as a Series participant and accrue points.
No refunds will be granted for any reason except events cancelled by the LOC (USFS# 3235 )
Register online for the 2015 Morris Open at www.entryeeze.com. Payment via a secured credit card transaction.
Simply follow the links for competition information and use the link to register for the competition and pay with a credit
card (VISA, MASTERCARD, and DISCOVER only please).
If you need assistance please email us: morrisopen@gmail.com, Paper entries will not be accepted but we will help you
register.
Deadline for entries: 11:59 PM February 23, 2015
Sanctioned by U. S. Figure Skating
Hosted by the Skating Club of Morris
2015 Morris Open Dance Competition
Liability: U.S. Figure Skating, the Skating Club of Morris, the William G. Mennen Sports Arena and Morris County Park
Commission accept no responsibility for injury or damage sustained by any participant in these championships. The athlete
and parent or guardian, agree to sign the US Figure Skating Waiver at registration.
Limitations: We may not be able to accommodate all entries. If limits must be placed on any event, entries will be based on
the entry date. Anyone closed out of an event will be notified and the applicable portion of the fee returned. Under no other
circumstances will a refund be given. This includes: conflicting family activities, injuries, illness or deaths in the family
(USFS# 3047 Once entries have closed, entry fees are only refundable if the competition is not held). Should there be only
one applicant for any category, the event may be cancelled and the skater will receive a refund for the cancelled event (USFS#
3045). If, on the day of competition, only one skater shows for an event, the event may be cancelled and the skater will
receive a refund for that event.
*Request for changes of event/level: No changes to the schedule will be allowed to accommodate personal or family conflicts.
Any requests for event/level changes, (not due to an LOC error), after the entry has been received will be processed upon
receipt of a $25.00 change fee. No changes will be made after the entries are sent to the chief referee.
Schedules: Schedules will be available approximately 7 days prior to the start of the competition and will be posted on the
Skating Club of Morris website: www.scomnj.org. Please do not send a self addressed stamped envelope. All information
will be posted on the website. Please note that the schedule is prepared by the Referee after the close of entries and is based
strictly on the number of events and competitors and the availability of judges.
Awards: Medals will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th place winners in all events.
Facility: The ice surface at Mennen Arena measures 200’ by 85’. First aid facilities are available at the rink at all times.
Practice Ice: Practice ice may be available and will be announced on the website after the close of entries.
Registration: The registration desk will open one hour before the first event. Competitors are advised to be in the arena and
prepared to skate, at least one hour before their event in case the competition is running early.
Coaches Information: All coaches must comply with U.S. Figure Skating Rule MR 5.11. All coaches must check in at the
registration desk upon arrival at the rink. The LOC will have a list of compliant coaches who are cleared for a credential at
the competition. Upon checking in, coaches will have to show a photo ID to receive a credential. If a coach cannot provide a
photo ID, and is not known to the LOC, 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. Please allow ample time to
check in prior to your skater’s event. 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
Music: Music for the Pattern Dance events will be chosen from the Standardized music of the International Skating Union,
per rule 6030, and will be provided by The Skating Club of Morris. Music for the Solo Combined Event Free Dance must be
submitted on CDs and only one track per CD is allowed. CDs must be clearly marked with the skater’s name, level, and
length of program and submitted one (1) hour before the start of the skater’s event. Music on CD-RW type CDs will not be
accepted. No Ipods are allowed. The Skating Club of Morris assumes no responsibility or liability for damage or loss of
CDs. All possible care will be taken; however all competitors MUST have an additional duplicate CD AT RINKSIDE.
Judging: All Solo Dance Series Events will be judged under the 6.0 system. All dance events may be double paneled at the
discretion of the referee. Ladies will skate the ladies’ steps and men will skate the men’s steps, no exceptions.
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Group Size:
Preliminary through Pre-Silver—Pattern dance groups will not consist or more than 10 skaters per group. If more than 10 skaters
are entered in a solo pattern dance event at the preliminary through pre-silver levels, the skaters will be split as evenly as possibly
into as many groups as are necessary to keep each group no larger than 10 skaters total.
Silver through Gold— Pattern dance groups will not consist of more than 18 skaters. If more than 18 skaters are entered into one
level, the skaters will be split as evenly as possible into as many groups as are necessary to keep each group no larger than 18 skaters
total.
Combined Event and Short Dance— Groups will not consist of more than 18 skaters. If more than 18 skaters are entered into one
level, the skaters will be split as evenly as possibly into as many groups as are necessary to keep each group no larger than 18 skaters
total.
Sequences/Patterns: Athletes will perform the number of patterns in accordance to the Rules as described in the 2014-2015 Figure
Skating Rulebook. The number of sequences skated for Pattern Dance events will be based upon Rule 6075.
In the initial or final round of all dance competitions the number of sequences of the dance to be danced shall be as follows:
A. Two sequences: Swing Dance, European Waltz, American Waltz, Tango, Starlight Waltz, Westminster Waltz, Argentine Tango,
Austrian Waltz, Cha Cha Congelado, Yankee Polka, Ravensburger Waltz, Tango Romantica, Silver Samba, Golden Waltz,
Midnight Blues and Finnstep.
B. Three sequences: Dutch Waltz, Canasta Tango, Rhythm Blues, Cha Cha, Fiesta Tango, Hickory Hoedown, Willow Waltz, Ten
Fox, Blues, Paso Doble and Viennese Waltz.
C. Four sequences: Fourteenstep, Foxtrot, Rocker Foxtrot, Quickstep and Rhumba.
D. Six sequences: Kilian.
All pattern dances should start on the judges’ side unless directed otherwise by the referee.
Ties: In the event of a tie, FOR MEDAL PURPOSES ONLY, the second dance shall be the tiebreaker and the medal shall be
awarded to the skater scoring highest on the second dance.
FOR NATIONAL SOLO DANCE SERIES PURPOSES, ties in Factored Places (overall finish) in the solo pattern dance event will
not be broken at the participating Series season competitions. In the case of a tie, skaters will share the available points.
For example, if competitors are tied for first place following both pattern dances, the skaters will share the points for first and second
place based upon the following process: To calculate their point earning in a group of five or more skaters, we will take the nine
points for first place plus the eight points for second, add these numbers together; then divide by two so that each athlete would earn
eight-and-one-half points (8.5 points) for their shared first place finish.
Hotel: The official hotel of the 2015 Morris Open is Hyatt Morristown, 3 Speedwell Avenue, Morristown, NJ 973-647-1234.
Please check the website for schedule and updates: www.scomnj.org
Competition questions? Email: morrisopen@gmail.com\
Do not email for schedule information!
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COACHES AND PARENTS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION!!
Time Frame
What Needs to be Done
Who’s Responsible?
Entry deadline:
February 23, 2015
11:59 PM
Complete online entry using EntryEeze at
www.entryeeze.com. Please make sure you enter your
coach’s correct email as he/she will be receiving a list
of his/her competitors and is required to verify that the
skaters are entered in the correct level/event.
Parent or skater (if over 18
years old)
Entry deadline with late fee
February 24th – March 2nd
11:59 PM
Late entries accepted at discretion of LOC – an additional
late fee of $40 PER EVENT will be required.
Parent or skater (if over 18
years old)
March 3rd – March 5th
11:59 PM
Check the Morris Open competition link on the Skating
Club of Morris website: www.scomnj.org to verify that
skaters are entered in the correct event/level. If there are
any corrections that need to be made, email Katherine
Roekaert Davis at morrisopen@gmail.com by the
deadline.
Coach/parent/skater
MARCH 6th
Week of March 16th
NO CHANGES ALLOWED
AFTER THIS DATE
Tentative schedule will be posted on EntryEeze website:
www.entryeeze.com. You will receive an email regarding
the date and time of your event(s). Check the Morris
Open competition link on the Skating Club of Morris
website: www.scomnj.org for updates or changes to the
schedule.
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Parent/skater/coach
responsible for checking the
website for updates
2015 Morris Open Dance Competition
2015 U.S. Figure Skating Solo Dance Series Events
The 2015 Morris Open, is a participating competition within the 2015 Solo Dance Series.
The solo pattern dance event, solo combined event and shadow dance event are being offered as part of the 2015 U.S. Figure
Skating Solo Dance Series and will be conducted in accordance with the 2015 Solo Dance Series Handbook. Please refer to
the 2015 Solo Dance Series handbook, found at http://www.usfigureskating.org/Programs.asp?id=479, for the current Series
rules, levels and event requirements that will be in effect for this competition.
SOLO PATTERN DANCE EVENT
The solo pattern dance event is comprised of two dances at each level. At this competition, this event is offered at the Preliminary,
Pre-Bronze, Bronze, Pre-Silver, Silver, Pre-Gold, Gold and International levels.
The solo pattern dance competitors will compete two dances at each level, with the result from both dances being combined to create a
final, overall result. Points will be awarded based upon the skater’s combined, overall placement of the two pattern dances. [Refer to
the Awarding of Points section in the 2015 Solo Dance Series Handbook.]
TEST LEVEL FOR SOLO PATTERN DANCE:
All skaters must either compete at their test level or one level above of their highest completed dance test. The test level is determined
by a skater completing all of the dance tests within that level. Participants may test during the Series season without penalty. The
determination of level will be based upon test level as of the 2015 Series entry level deadline of March 15, 2015 and/or when the
skater submits their registration to be a solo dance series participant, which ever date is earlier.
Skaters may not change or move up levels in the 2015 Series once the deadline has passed and/or when they submit their registration
to US Figure Skating.
** Test level may be either standard or solo dance. Adult dance, adult solo dance, master’s dance and master’s solo dance do not
fulfill the testing requirements for this event.
MUSIC: Dance music selections for Pattern Dance events will be provided by the LOC.
LEVEL
DANCES
TESTING QUALIFICATION
Preliminary
1.
2.
Dutch Waltz
Canasta Tango
No test or passed Preliminary
Pre- Bronze
1.
2.
Cha Cha
Fiesta Tango
Passed Preliminary or Pre-Bronze
Bronze
1.
2.
Hickory Hoedown
Ten Fox
Passed Pre-Bronze or Bronze
Pre-Silver
1.
2.
Fourteenstep
European Waltz
Passed Bronze or Pre-Silver
Silver
1.
2.
Tango
Rocker Foxtrot
Passed Pre-Silver or Silver
Pre-Gold
1.
2.
Blues
Paso Doble
Passed Silver or Pre-Gold
Gold
1.
2.
Westminster Waltz
Quickstep
Passed Pre-Gold or Gold
International
1.
2.
Cha Cha Congelado
Tango Romantica
Passed Gold or International
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SOLO COMBINED DANCE EVENT
The combined dance event is comprised of the following:
1.) JUVENILE, INTERMEDIATE & NOVICE—One solo pattern dance chosen by the referee out
of two possible dances as selected by U.S. Figure Skating. The dance will not be posted until
the starting order is posted at the competition
JUNIOR & SENIOR—A short dance and,
2.) A solo free dance
The pattern dances competed in the Combined Dance event are separate from those in the solo Pattern Dance event
and the results will not count towards the solo pattern dance event or results. This event is offered at Juvenile through
Senior levels.
Refer to the 2015 Solo Dance Series Complete Handbook found at http://www.usfigureskating.org/Programs.asp?id=479
for the complete, current event rules and details.
JUVENILE COMBINED EVENT:
Test qualifications as of March 15, 2015 and/or when the skater submits their registration to be a solo dance series participant,
which ever date is earliest. Skaters must have passed the standard preliminary solo or standard preliminary partnered pattern
dance test and/or the standard solo or partnered juvenile free dance. Skaters must not have passed any solo or partnered pattern
dances higher than the complete bronze dance test and must not have passed any solo or partnered free dance test higher that the
juvenile free dance.
Pattern Dance Selection for Juvenile: Hickory Hoedown and Ten Fox
One of the above dances will be drawn for each competition. The chosen dance will be posted on the starting order. It will not
be published prior to the posting of the starting order.
Free Dance Requirements for Juvenile:
Juvenile Solo Free Dance :: 1:40 +/- 10 seconds
MUSIC MUST HAVE AN AUDIBLE RHYTHMIC BEAT WITH THE EXCEPTION OF 10 SECONDS
AT THE BEGINNING OF THE PROGRAM
Music at this level is strongly suggested to be in the same rhythms as the U.S. Figure Skating test structure.
Edge Elements
One short edge element, but no more. The edge element held for a minimum of three seconds,
but cannot exceed six seconds.
Spin
One choreographic dance spin*, but no more. Minimum three revolutions on one foot. Spin
combinations not permitted.
Step Sequence
One step sequence from the following list: circular, midline or diagonal. The step sequence
must fully utilize the ice surface and should include a variety of steps and turns and must
include three-turns and mohawks. Jumps of more than one-half rotation, stops, dance spins,
pirouettes, pattern regressions and loops must not be included in any step sequence.
Twizzle Series
One twizzle. Minimum one revolution.
Dance Stop
One full stop to express the character of the music, not to exceed five seconds. The stop must
come at least 10 seconds after the start of the program and at least 10 seconds before the end
of the program.
* See Page 12 for definition.
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INTERMEDIATE COMBINED EVENT:
Test qualifications as of March 15, 2015 and/or when the skater submits their registration to be a solo dance series participant,
which ever date is earliest. Skaters must have passed the standard bronze solo or standard bronze partnered pattern dance test
and/or have passed the standard solo or partnered intermediate free dance test. Skaters must not have passed any solo or
partnered pattern dances higher than the complete pre-silver dance test and no solo or partnered free dance test higher that the
intermediate free dance.
Pattern Dance Selection for Intermediate: European Waltz and Foxtrot
One of the above dances will be drawn for each competition. The chosen dance will be posted on the starting order. It will
not be published prior to the posting of the starting order.
Free Dance Requirements for Intermediate:
Intermediate Solo Free Dance :: 2:00 +/- 10 seconds
MUSIC MUST HAVE AN AUDIBLE RHYTHMIC BEAT WITH THE EXCEPTION OF 10 SECONDS
AT THE BEGINNING OF THE PROGRAM
Music at this level is strongly suggested to be in the same rhythms as the U.S. Figure Skating test structure.
Edge Elements
Two different short edge elements , but no more. The edge elements must be held for a minimum of
three seconds, but not more than six seconds. Edge elements should have different positions.^
Spin
One choreographic dance spin*, but no more. Minimum of three revolutions on one foot. Spin
combinations not permitted
Step Sequence
One step sequence from the following list: circular, midline or diagonal. The step sequence
must fully utilize the ice surface and should include a variety of steps and turns and must include
three-turns, mohawks, and brackets. Jumps of more than one-half rotation, stops, dance spins,
pirouettes, pattern regressions and loops must not be included in any step sequence.
Twizzle Series
One twizzle series. Minimum one revolution on each twizzle. No more than three steps between
twizzles.
Dance Stop
One full stop to express the character of the music, not to exceed five seconds. The stop must
come at least 10 seconds after the start of the program and at least 10 seconds before the end
of the program.
* See Page 12 for definition.
^ See Page 12 for clarification.
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NOVICE COMBINED EVENT:
Test qualifications as of March 15, 2015 and/or when the skater submits their registration to be a solo dance series participant,
which ever date is earliest. Skaters must have passed at least one dance of the standard silver solo or standard silver partnered
pattern dance test and/or have passed the standard solo or partnered novice free dance test. Skaters must not have passed any
standard solo or partnered pattern dances higher than the complete pre-gold dance test and must not have passed any standard
solo or partnered free dance tests higher that novice free dance.
Pattern Dance Selection for Novice: Tango and Rocker Foxtrot
One of the above dances will be drawn by the referee one week prior to each competition. The chosen dance will be made
public when posted on the starting order.
Free Dance Requirements for Novice:
Novice Solo Free Dance :: 2:10 +/- 10 seconds
MUSIC MUST HAVE AN AUDIBLE RHYTHMIC BEAT WITH THE EXCEPTION OF 10 SECONDS
AT THE BEGINNING OF THE PROGRAM
Music at this level is strongly suggested to be in the same rhythms as the U.S. Figure Skating test structure.
Edge Elements
One combination edge element – each edge must be held for a minimum of 3 seconds, but
the total element must not exceed 12 seconds. And one short edge element held for a
minimum of three seconds, but not to exceed six seconds. No more than one combination and
one short edge element permitted. Edge elements should have different positions.^
Spin
One choreographic dance spin*, but no more Minimum of three revolutions on one foot for
each part of the spin. May change feet.
Step Sequence
One step sequence from the following list: circular, midline, or diagonal. The step sequence
must fully utilize the ice surface and should include a variety of steps and turns and must
include three-turns, mohawks, brackets and counters. Jumps of more than one-half rotation,
stops, dance spins, pirouettes, pattern regressions and loops must not be included in any step
sequence.
Twizzle Series
One twizzle series. Minimum two revolutions on each twizzle. No more than three steps
between twizzles.
Dance Stop
One full stop to express the character of the music, not to exceed five seconds. The stop
must come at least 10 seconds after the start of the program and at least 10 seconds before
the end of the program.
* See Page 12 for definition.
^ See Page 12 for clarification.
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JUNIOR COMBINED EVENT:
Test qualifications as of March 15, 2015 and/or when the skater submits their registration to be a solo dance series participant,
which ever date is earliest. Skaters must have passed at least two dances of the standard pre-gold solo or standard pre-gold
partnered pattern dance test and/or have passed the standard junior solo or partnered free dance test. Skaters must not have
passed any solo or partnered pattern dances higher than the complete gold dance test and must not have passed any solo or
partnered free dance tests higher than the junior free dance.
Short Dance Requirements for Junior:
Junior Solo Short Dance :: 2:00 +/- 10 seconds
Music Requirements: Spanish Dance Rhythms
MUSIC MUST HAVE AN AUDIBLE RHYTHMIC BEAT WITH THE EXCEPTION OF 10 SECONDS
AT THE BEGINNING OF THE PROGRAM
Edge Element
One short edge element. Must be held for a minimum of three seconds, but no more than six seconds.
Step Sequence
One circular or midline step sequence. The step sequence must fully utilize the ice surface and should
include a variety of steps and turns. Jumps of more than one-half rotation, stops, dance spins, pirouettes,
pattern regressions and loops must not be included in any step sequence.
Twizzles
Once set of sequential twizzles. Two twizzles skated one right after the other with up to one step in
between twizzles. Maybe skated anywhere in the program except in the required step sequence. Only one
step between twizzles is allowed.
Pattern Dance
Requirement
Two sequences of the Paso Doble skated separately. Step #1 of each sequence must be skated on a different side of the ice surface.
Timing: The Pattern Dance Elements must be skated in strict time to the music with the start of the first
step of each pattern dance element on beat 1 of a four measure musical phrase. A Pattern Dance
Element not started on the required beat must be penalized by judges with the reduction of 0.5 off the
second mark.
The Pattern Dance Elements must be skated in accordance with the required tempo of the pattern dance
Paso Doble, i.e. 56 measures of 112 beats per minute plus or minus 2 beats per minute.
Additional
Information
Vocal music is permitted and only music with an audible rhythmic beat may be used. The music may be
without an audible rhythmic beat for up to 10 seconds at the beginning of the program.
The concept and choreography must produce the feeling of a unified dance. The Pattern Dance Elements
may be skated anywhere in the Short Dance and should be integrated into the composition of the dance so
that there should not be the feeling that there are just rhythms put together without thought of how they
will fit together.
After the clock is started with the first movement, the skater must not remain in one place for more than
10 seconds. During the program, either up to two full stops (duration must not exceed 5 seconds each) or
up to one full stop (duration must not exceed 10 seconds) are permitted.
The pattern must proceed in a generally constant direction and must not cross the long axis of the
ice surface except once at each end of the rink (within no more than 20 meters from the barrier).
Loops in either direction are permitted provided that they do not cross the long axis.
Kneeling or sliding on two knees or sitting on the ice is not allowed and will be considered a fall.
Touching the ice with hand(s) is not permitted.
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Free Dance Requirements for Junior:
Junior Solo Free Dance :: 2:30 +/- 10 seconds
MUSIC MUST HAVE AN AUDIBLE RHYTHMIC BEAT WITH THE EXCEPTION OF 10 SECONDS
AT THE BEGINNING OF THE PROGRAM
Edge Elements
One combination edge element - each edge must be held for a minimum of 3 seconds, but the
total element must not exceed 12 seconds. And two different short edge elements held for a
minimum of three seconds, but not to exceed six seconds. No more than one combination and two
short edge elements permitted. Edge elements should have different positions.^
Spin
One choreographic dance spin*, but no more. Minimum three revolutions on one foot. May chane
feet.
Step Sequence
Two different step sequences, one selected from group A and one selected from Group B:


Group A: Straight Line Step Sequences – midline or diagonal
Group B: Curved Step Sequences (counterclockwise or clockwise) – circular or serpentine
The step sequence must fully utilize the ice surface and should include a variety of steps and turns
and must include brackets, counters, rockers and choctaws. Jumps of more than one-half rotation,
stops, dance spins, pirouettes, pattern regressions and loops must not be included in any step
sequence.
Twizzle Series
Two different twizzle series, but no more. One twizzle series must have a different entry edge and
different direction for the two twizzles. For both series, a minimum two revolutions is required on
each twizzle. No more than three steps are allowed between twizzles.
Dance Stop
Two full stops to express the character of the music, not to exceed five seconds each The stop must
come at least 10 seconds after the start of the program and at least 10 seconds before the end of
the program.
* See Page 12 for definition.
^ See Page 12 for clarification.
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SENIOR COMBINED EVENT:
Test qualifications as of March 15, 2015 and/or when the skater submits their registration to be a solo dance series participant,
which ever date is earliest. Skaters must have passed the standard solo or standard partnered gold pattern dance test and/or
have passed the standard senior solo or partnered free dance test.
Short Dance Requirements for Senior:
Senior Solo Short Dance
Duration: 2:00 +/- 10 seconds
Music Requirements: Samba and one or two of the following rhythms: Samba, Rhumba,
ChaCha,Mambo, Merengue, Salsa
MUSIC MUST HAVE AN AUDIBLE RHYTHMIC BEAT WITH THE EXCEPTION OF 10 SECONDS
AT THE BEGINNING OF THE PROGRAM
Edge Element One short edge element. Must be held for a minimum of three seconds, but no more than six
seconds.
Step Sequence One circular or midline step sequence. The step sequence must fully utilize the ice surface and
should include a variety of steps and turns. Jumps of more than one-half rotation, stops, dance
spins,
pirouettes, patter regressions and loops must not be included in any step sequence.
Twizzles
Once set of sequential twizzles. Two twizzles skated one right after the other with up to one step in
between twizzles. Maybe skated anywhere in the program except in the required step sequence. No
more than 1 step between twizzles is allowed.
Pattern Dance Two sequences of the Silver Samba skated separately. Step #1 of each sequence must be skated on a
Requirement different side of the ice surface.
Timing: The Pattern Dance Elements must be skated in strict time to the music with the start of the
first step of each pattern dance element on beat 1 of a four measure musical phrase. A Pattern Dance
Element not started on the required be must be penalized by judges with the reduction of 0.5 off the
second mark.
The Pattern Dance Elements must be skated on the Samba Rhythm, in the style of the samba. The
tempo of music throughout the Pattern Dance Elements must be constant and in accordance with
the required tempo of the Pattern Dance Silver Samba, i. e. 54 measures of two beats or 108 beats
per minute, plus or minus 2 beats per minute. The tempo of music throughout the Pattern Dance
Elements must be consistent.
Additional
Information
Vocal music is permitted and only music with an audible rhythmic beat may be used. The music
may be without an audible rhythmic beat for up to 10 seconds at the beginning of the program. The
concept and choreography must produce the feeling of a unified dance. The Pattern Dance Elements
may be skated anywhere in the Short Dance and should be integrated into the composition of the
dance so that there should not be the feeling that there are just rhythms put together without thought
of how they will fit together.
After the clock is started with the first movement, the skater must not remain in one place for more
than 10 seconds. During the program, either up to two full stops (duration must not exceed 5 seconds each) or up to one full stop (duration must not exceed 10 seconds) are permitted.
The pattern must proceed in a generally constant direction and must not cross the long axis of
the ice surface except once at each end of the rink (within no more than 20 meters from the
barrier). Loops in either direction are permitted provided that they do not cross the long axis.
Kneeling or sliding on two knees or sitting on the ice is not allowed and will be considered a fall.
Touching the ice with hand(s) is not permitted.
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Free Dance Requirements for Senior:
Senior Solo Free Dance :: 2:50 +/- 10 seconds
MUSIC MUST HAVE AN AUDIBLE RHYTHMIC BEAT WITH THE EXCEPTION OF 10 SECONDS
AT THE BEGINNING OF THE PROGRAM
Edge Elements
Two different combination edge elements - each edge must be held for a minimum of 3 seconds,
but the total element must not exceed 12 seconds. And two different short edge element held for
a minimum of three seconds, but not to exceed six seconds. No more than one combination and two
short edge elements permitted. Edge elements should have different positions.^
Spin
One choreographic dance spin*, but no more. Minimum three revolutions on one foot. May
change feet.
Step Sequence
Two different step sequences, one selected from group A and one selected from Group B:
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Group A: Straight Line Step Sequences – midline or diagonal
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Group B: Curved Step Sequences (counterclockwise or clockwise) – circular or
serpentine
The step sequence must fully utilize the ice surface and should include a variety of steps
and turns and must include brackets, counters, rockers, choctaws and twizzles. Jumps of more than
one-half rotation, stops, dance spins, pirouettes, pattern regressions and loops must not be included
in any step sequence.
Twizzle Series
Two different twizzle series, but no more. One twizzle series must have a different entry edge and
different direction for the two twizzles with a minimum two revolutions on each twizzle and no
more than three steps between twizzles. The other series must have a minimum two revolutions on
each twizzle with only one step between twizzles.
Dance Stop
Two full stops to express the character of the music, not to exceed five seconds each The stop must
come at least 10 seconds after the start of the program and at least 10 seconds before the end of
the program.
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Choreographic Dance Spin—a dance spin on one foot with a minimum of 3 revolutions in position which enhances the
music and choreography. This element will be judged on how the spin relates to the music and the quality of the spin.
Variations in positions will only be rewarded if they enhance the character of the music.
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It is strongly suggested that the edge elements be of a different nature. For example, one spread eagle and one spiral as
opposed to two spirals.
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2015 Morris Open Dance Competition
SHADOW DANCE EVENT
The shadow dance event is comprised of one dance at each level. The specific dance at each level has been chosen by the
LOC and is listed below. At this competition, this event is offered at the preliminary through senior solo dance levels.
A team may be comprised of two females, two males or one female and one male. In any case, the steps skated shall be
the lady’s steps as specified in the U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook. Skaters may compete with multiple partners at
different levels as long as they meet the test qualifications.
All skaters must either compete at their test level or one level above their highest completed dance test. The test level is
determined by a skater completing all of the dance tests within that level. Participants may test during the Series season
without penalty.
The determination of level will be based upon test level as of the 2015 Series entry deadline of March 15, 2015, and/or
whenever the skater submits their registration to be a solo dance series participant, whichever is earlier.**
Teams must remain the same throughout the season—skaters may not change partners during the season. Teams may not
change or move up levels in the 2015 Series once the deadline has passed and/or when they submit their registration to
U.S. Figure Skating.
Test level may be either standard or solo dance. Adult dance, adult solo dance, master’s dance and master’s solo dance do
not fulfill the testing requirements for this event.
LEVEL
DANCE
TESTING QUALIFICATION
Rhythm Blues
One partner must not have passed higher than the
complete pre-bronze test.
Juvenile
Cha Cha
One partner must not have passed higher than the
complete pre-silver test.
Intermediate
Foxtrot
One partner must not have passed higher than the
complete silver test.
Novice
Foxtrot
One partner must not have passed higher than the
complete pre-gold test.
Junior
Starlight Waltz
One partner must not have passed higher than the
complete gold test.
Senior
Silver Samba
Preliminary
Open
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