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2026-27 Singles Test Requirements This chart reflects the rules in place for the 2026-27 season. Underlined changes are in effect for tests taken on or after March 3, 2026. • See rule 6100 for definitions and descriptions. • For all standard, adult and Skate United tests, extra elements may be added without penalty, and two different elements may be reskated, if necessary. • For tests taken using competition protocols, standard program lengths with respect to minimum times will apply. • Candidates must do the minimum and may choose to execute higher jumps if they remain within the well-balanced program requirements. 2026-27 Version 1.0, 02/27/26 JN/AI Level Jump Elements Spins Step Sequences Pre-Preliminary 1:40 maximum Candidates may choose to complete elements in a program (with or without music) or as isolated elements. Five Jump Elements, the minimum must include: ● One waltz jump or single Axel* ● Four different jumps, two of which must be single jumps. The remaining two jumps may be half jumps (half Lutz or half flip), single jumps or one of each*. Two jump combinations, or one jump combination and one jump sequence are permitted; limited to two jumps except that one of these may include three jumps. *May be performed as solo jumps, or as part of the permitted jump combinations and jump sequences. No jump element may count for more than one of the jump requirements. No jump should be included more than twice. No double jumps are permitted. Candidates must do the minimum but may choose to execute higher jumps. Two Spins Spins must have different IJS codes** ● One spin MUST be a spin in ONE position o Min. 3 revs. o May change feet o May NOT fly ● One spin MAY change positions o Min. 3 revs. o May change feet o May NOT fly **Note, for this test only: ● A two-foot spin is of a different character than a one-foot spin and would meet the requirements for one of the spins on this test. ● A backward upright one-foot spin is considered of a different character than a forward upright one-foot spin, so both may be performed. ● If a skater performs a sit spin or a camel spin, the spin must be in a recognizable position but does NOT need to achieve a basic position as defined in rule 6103 (A). One Choreographic Sequence ● Consists of at least two different movements (spirals, spread eagles, etc.). ● Steps and turns may be used to link the movements together. ● The pattern is NOT restricted, but the sequence MUST be clearly visible. ● Listed elements (jumps and spins) are not permitted in the pChSq. Standard and Skate United Preliminary 2:10 maximum Five Jump Elements, the minimum must include: ● One waltz jump or single Axel* ● Three different single jumps* ● One two-jump combination including two single jumps Two jump combinations, or one jump combination and one jump sequence are permitted; limited to two jumps except that one of these may include three jumps. Jumps with two rotations (limited to Salchow, toe loop, and loop) are permitted and may count toward any of the minimum requirements. *May be performed as solo jumps, or as part of the permitted jump combinations and jump sequences. No jump element may count for more than one of the jump requirements. No jump should be included more than twice. Candidates must do the minimum but may choose to execute higher jumps. Two Spins Spins must have different IJS codes** ● One spin MUST be a spin in ONE position o Min. 3 revs. o Spins may change feet o Spins may NOT start with a flying entry ● One spin MAY change positions o Min. 3 revs. o May change feet o May NOT fly **If two one-position spins are executed, they must be in different basic positions. One Choreographic Sequence ● Consists of at least two different movements (spirals, spread eagles, etc.). ● Steps and turns may be used to link the movements together. ● The pattern is NOT restricted, but the sequence MUST be clearly visible. ● Listed elements (jumps and spins) are not permitted in the pChSq.