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Dance Assessment Resource Guide

Canada · English · 160 pages

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Dance Assessment Resource Guide February 2026 Copyright © 2026 Skate Canada 6 Definitions Reference ISU Special Regulations (unless identified with an *) Definitions Assessment Formats* (STAR 1- 5) Introductory: Skaters are assessed in an informal setting in their regular lesson with all other skaters’ present. This may be in a group, semi-private or private lesson. When additional skaters are in the lesson, and are not being assessed, they can participate in the assessment as practice or mock assessment. Practice/training attire is acceptable for this type of assessment. Transitional: To increase formality, only skaters who are being assessed are with the Coach Assessor. This assessment takes place on regular training ice. Proper skating attire is required for this type of assessment. Classic: This format offers a clear ice situation that is also used in traditional assessment days. The Coach Assessor is off the ice (can be in the players/penalty box). Proper skating attire is required for this type of assessment. Beat A note defining the regular recurring divisions of a piece of music. Strong Beat: The first beat of the measure or group of two measures supporting the skating count of the rhythm. Weak Beat: For Rhythms with a skating count on two measures, the first beat of the second measure is the weak beat. The skating count of each Rhythm is explained in the ISU Ice Dance Rhythms Booklet & Compact Disc. Chassé (Forward/Backwar d) A series of two edges (usually outside, inside) in which on the second edge the free foot is placed on the ice beside the skating foot, but not ahead of or behind it, and the free foot is lifted with the blade parallel to the ice. Cross Roll (Forward/Backwar d) A rolling action of the free leg passing continuously the skating foot to the next outside curve. At the same time, the body weight transfers from one outside curve to the new outside curve to create a rolling movement.