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Competition Program Requirements - Adult Print Version History Details Category: Rules of sport Created: 13 June 2018 Last Updated: 30 June 2026 Contents [ Hide ] 1. General Information 2. Free Skating 2.1. Adult Intro Open Free Skating 2.2. Adult Bronze Free Skating 2.3. Adult Silver Free Skating 2.4. Adult Gold Free Skating 2.5. Adult Masters Free Skating 2.6. Adult Masters Elite Free Skating 3. Ice Dance 3.1. Partnered Pattern Dance 3.2. Solo Dance 3.3. Partnered Free Dance 3.4. Solo Free Dance 4. Pairs 4.1. Adult Pair 4.2. Adult Masters Pairs 5. Artistic Free Skating 5.1. Adult Introductory Artistic 5.2. Adult Bronze Artistic 5.3. Adult Silver Artistic 5.4. Adult Gold Artistic 5.5. Adult Elite Artistic 5.6. Adult Open Partner Artistic 5.7. Adult Open Masters Partner Artistic 6. Showcase 6.1. Adult Introductory Showcase 6.2. Adult Bronze Showcase 6.3. Adult Silver Showcase 6.4. Adult Gold Showcase 6.5. Adult Elite Showcase 6.6. Adult Open Partner Showcase 6.7. Adult Open Masters Partner Showcase 7. Synchronized Skating 7.1. Adult SyS I 7.2. Adult SyS II 7.3. Adult SyS III Terms used: Additional Features Refers to technical content in synchronized skating that increases the difficulty of an element, such as step sequences, free skating moves, free skating elements and points of intersection. Athlete A Athlete A is equivalent to the “woman” in ISU regulations. Athlete B Athlete B is equivalent to the "man" in the ISU regulations. Axel An edge jump with natural rotation that takes off from a forward outside edge; listed in the Scale of Values according to the number of rotations. Unlike other single jumps which are one rotation, a single Axel has one-and-a-half rotations. Axel Jump An edge jump with natural rotation that takes off from a forward outside edge; listed in the Scale of Values according to the number of rotations. Unlike other single jumps which are one rotation, a single Axel has one-and-a-half rotations. Axel-type Jump Either a waltz jump or axel jump of any number of rotations. Axis Refers to the imaginary line(s) which divide(s) the ice surface (e.g. long axis, short axis). Bracket A turn executed on one foot from an outside edge to an inside edge or an inside edge to an outside edge, with the exit curve continuing on the same lobe as the entry curve. The skater turns in the direction opposite to the curve. Categories The name for each level of competition within a discipline.  Examples of categories are STAR 1, STAR 2, Pre-Juvenile, Juvenile, Pre-Novice, etc. Category The name for each level of competition within a discipline.  Examples of categories are STAR 1, STAR 2, Pre-Juvenile, Juvenile, Pre-Novice, etc. Choreographic Element In ice dance, a listed or unlisted movement or series of movement(s) as specified by the ISU Ice Dance Technical Committee. Choreographic Sequence Consists of at least two different movements like spirals, arabesques, spread eagles, Ina Bauers, hydroblading, any jumps with maximum of two revolutions, spins, etc. Steps and turns may be used to link the two or more different movements together. The pattern is not restricted, but the sequence must be clearly visible. Combination Lift A dance lift which does not exceed 13 seconds in duration.  This lift combines two rotational lifts in different directions or two curve lifts on two different curves forming a serpentine pattern or two different types of short lifts. Combination Spin A spin which includes a change of position. A combination spin must include a minimum of two different basic positions with two revolutions in each of these positions anywhere within the spin. To receive full value, a spin combination must include all three basic positions. Counter A turn executed on one foot from an outside edge to an outside edge or an inside edge to an inside edge, with the exit curve on a different lobe from the entry curve. The skater turns in the direction opposite to the entry curve (i.e. in the direction of the exit curve). Dance Lift A movement in which one of the partners is elevated with active and/or passive assistance of the other partner to any permitted height, sustained there and set down on the ice. Any rotations and positions and changes of such positions during the lift are permitted. Any variation or combinations of dance lifts as determined by the ISU Ice Dance Technical Committee are published in an ISU Communication. Dance Lifts A movement in which one of the partners is elevated with active and/or passive assistance of the other partner to any permitted height, sustained there and set down on the ice. Any rotations and positions and changes of such positions during the lift are permitted. Any variation or combinations of dance lifts as determined by the ISU Ice Dance Technical Committee are published in an ISU Communication. Dance Spin A spin skated by the team together in any hold. It should be performed on the spot around a common axis on one foot with or without change(s) of foot by one or both partners. Death Spiral Athlete B performs a pivot, holding one hand of Athlete A with their arms fully extended.  Athlete A circles around Athlete B on one foot in a position nearly parallel to the ice. The edge skated by Athlete A determines the name of the death spiral. i.e. backward outside, backward inside, forward outside, forward inside. Edge May refer either to part of the skate blade, or the visible tracing of a skate blade on one foot that is on one curve. An edge may be either inside (towards the body) or outside (away from the body), and forward or backward, for a total for four different edges. Event The name given to a group of skaters entered in a category. There may be one event per category or several events per category depending on the number of total entries. Each event is independent of the other events within the category. Events The name given to a group of skaters entered in a category. There may be one event per category or several events per category depending on the number of total entries. Each event is independent of the other events within the category. Falls Defined as a loss of control by a skater with the result that the majority of the skater's body weight is on the ice being supported by any other part of the body other than the blades. e.g. hand(s), knee(s), back, buttock(s) or any part of the arm. Features Technical content that increases the difficulty of an element which may become part of the difficulty group of an element.  Features such as pivoting, travelling, body movements, etc. are determined annually and published in a Skate Canada and ISU Communication. Flying Spins A spin with a flying entrance with no change of foot or position. The name of the flying spin corresponds to its landing position. Spin with a flying entrance: All flying spins that are not as defined above. Free Skating Program A program of a specified length, skated to music of the skater’s choice. The skater is free to choose the number and the type of elements to be included, subject to the requirements outlined in the requirements for individual assessments and competitions. Free Skating Programs A program of a specified length, skated to music of the skater’s choice. The skater is free to choose the number and the type of elements to be included, subject to the requirements outlined in the requirements for individual assessments and competitions. International Skating Union The International Skating Union (ISU) is the exclusive international sport federation recognized by the International Olympic Committee administering the sports of Figure Skating and Speed Skating throughout the world. The ISU is composed of a number of national associations called ISU Members that administer ISU sports at the national level and recognize that all international matters are under the sole jurisdiction and control of the ISU. Interruptions The period of time starting immediately when the competitor stops performing the program or is ordered to do so by the referee, whichever is earlier, and ending when the competitor resumes the performance. Jump Combination Singles and Pairs: Two or more jumps in which the landing foot of the first jump is the take-off foot of the next jump and so on. There is no change of foot or turn between the jumps, although the toe may be used to assist the take-off. One full revolution on the ice between the jumps (free foot can touch the ice, but no weight transfer) keeps the element within the definition of a jump combination. Synchronized Skating: Any number of jumps of at least one revolution that may be linked with turns, steps or with a slight touch down. Jump Combinations Singles and Pairs: Two or more jumps in which the landing foot of the first jump is the take-off foot of the next jump and so on. There is no change of foot or turn between the jumps, although the toe may be used to assist the take-off. One full revolution on the ice between the jumps (free foot can touch the ice, but no weight transfer) keeps the element within the definition of a jump combination. Synchronized Skating: Any number of jumps of at least one revolution that may be linked with turns, steps or with a slight touch down. Jump Element An individual jump, a jump combination or a jump sequence. Jump Elements An individual jump, a jump combination or a jump sequence. Jump Sequence Singles and Pairs: Two or three jumps of any number of revolutions, in which the second and/or third jump is an axel-type jump with a direct step from the landing curve of the first/second jump to the take-off curve of the axel jump. One full revolution on the ice between the jumps (free foot can touch the ice, but no weight transfer) keeps the element within the definition of a jump sequence Synchronized Skating: Consists of any number of jumps of any number of revolutions that may be linked with small hops and dance jumps, immediately following each other while maintaining the jump rhythm (knee); there can be no crossovers or stroking between jumps during the sequence. Loop Turn:  A one-foot movement where the skater skates an oval pattern using the same edge. The entry and exit of the loop must cross. The loop must be clean cut without scrapes or points. Jump:  An edge jump with natural rotation that takes off from a backward outside edge; listed in the Scale of Values according to the number of revolutions. Loops Turn:  A one-foot movement where the skater skates an oval pattern using the same edge. The entry and exit of the loop must cross. The loop must be clean cut without scrapes or points. Jump:  An edge jump with natural rotation that takes off from a backward outside edge; listed in the Scale of Values according to the number of revolutions. Pair Spin A pair spin which consists of at least one change of foot and one change of position of both partners. The pair spin combination must include a minimum of two different basic positions with two revolutions in each of these positions by both partners anywhere within the spin. To receive full value, a spin combination must include all three basic positions by both partners. Pivot A two-footed movement in which the toe picks of one foot are inserted into the ice by a skater as a central pivoting point while the other foot travels in a circular pattern around the pivot point. Pivoting A two-footed movement in which the toe picks of one foot are inserted into the ice by a skater as a central pivoting point while the other foot travels in a circular pattern around the pivot point. Point Of Intersection In synchronized skating, the point of intersection is an additional feature for the intersection element and is a type of movement/rotation that the skaters execute at the axis of intersection. Rhythm The regularly repeated pattern of accented and unaccented beats which gives the music its character. Rhythm Dance A dance created by an ice dance team to dance music with designated rhythm(s) and/or theme(s) selected annually by the ISU Ice Dance Technical Committee. Rocker A turn executed on one foot from an outside edge to an outside edge or an inside edge to an inside edge, with the exit curve on a different lobe from the entry curve. The skater turns in the direction of the entry curve. Segment The name given to a portion of an event.  Some categories have two segments (e.g., short program and free program) and some categories have only one segment. Sequence The set order of the prescribed steps that compose one pattern of a Pattern Dance. Sequences The set order of the prescribed steps that compose one pattern of a Pattern Dance. Set Of Synchronized Twizzles In ice dance, a series of two twizzles with up to three steps between twizzles. Short Lifts A dance lift which does not exceed eight seconds in duration. Solo Dance The term used when a skater skates the full pattern of a dance alone. Solo Spin In ice dance, a spinning movement performed on one foot on the spot by one partner alone (with or without the assistance of the other partner) or by both partners simultaneously (around separate centres). Spin An element where the skater rapidly revolves, centred on a single point on the ice, while holding one or more body positions.  In singles and pairs, a spin must have at least three revolutions to be considered a spin. The minimum number of revolutions in a position is two without interruption. Spin In One Position In singles and pairs, any spin which has only one of the three basic positions and no non-basic positions.  In spins in one position and flying spins in one position, the concluding upright position at the end of the spin is not considered to be another position independent of the number of revolutions, as long as the skater is executing only the final wind-up without any enhancements. Spins An element where the skater rapidly revolves, centred on a single point on the ice, while holding one or more body positions.  In singles and pairs, a spin must have at least three revolutions to be considered a spin. The minimum number of revolutions in a position is two without interruption. Spiral A gliding position executed on one foot with free leg extended (including knee and foot) above hip level. Spiral Sequence A collection of at least two spirals executed on different feet.  The spirals must not be separated by other elements such as jumps or spins.  Some categories have requirements for the number of steps between the spirals, supported/unsupported and/or skating direction of the spirals. Spirals A gliding position executed on one foot with free leg extended (including knee and foot) above hip level. Step The visible tracing on the ice that is executed on one foot. A step is counted each time there is a change of foot. Steps The visible tracing on the ice that is executed on one foot. A step is counted each time there is a change of foot. Style Characteristics of levels of step sequences in ice dance. Throw Jump A partner-assisted jump in which a skater is launched into the air by a partner on the takeoff. and lands without assistance from the partner. Throw jumps are named after the basic solo jump which is initiated and executed only by the skater being assisted. Twist A hand-to-waist lift in which a skater is lifted into the air on the take-off. At the top of the lift the lifted partner is released and completes a twist, rotating freely in the air, during which time the lifting partner turns a half turn to catch the lifted partner at the waist for an assisted landing. The twist lift is named after the basic solo jump take-off - Axel, Toe Loop, Flip or Lutz – and by the number of rotations the lifted partner completes in the air before being caught. Twist Lift A hand-to-waist lift in which a skater is lifted into the air on the take-off. At the top of the lift the lifted partner is released and completes a twist, rotating freely in the air, during which time the lifting partner turns a half turn to catch the lifted partner at the waist for an assisted landing. The twist lift is named after the basic solo jump take-off - Axel, Toe Loop, Flip or Lutz – and by the number of rotations the lifted partner completes in the air before being caught. Twist Lifts A hand-to-waist lift in which a skater is lifted into the air on the take-off. At the top of the lift the lifted partner is released and completes a twist, rotating freely in the air, during which time the lifting partner turns a half turn to catch the lifted partner at the waist for an assisted landing. The twist lift is named after the basic solo jump take-off - Axel, Toe Loop, Flip or Lutz – and by the number of rotations the lifted partner completes in the air before being caught. Twizzle A traveling turn on one foot with one or more rotations which is quickly rotated with a continuous, uninterrupted action. The weight remains on the skating foot with the free foot in any position during the turn then placed beside the skating foot to skate the next step. Twizzles A traveling turn on one foot with one or more rotations which is quickly rotated with a continuous, uninterrupted action. The weight remains on the skating foot with the free foot in any position during the turn then placed beside the skating foot to skate the next step. Waltz Jump An edge jump with natural rotation taken off from a forward outside edge.  This jump is one half a rotation and is included as a listed jump in the Skate Canada Scale of Values but is not included in the ISU Scale of Values. General Information All adult program times align with the ISU Adult categories . Vocal music is permitted in all events . If vocal music is chosen, the piece(s) must contain lyrics in good taste and appropriate for competition. All Falls on elements and/or in isolation will be called. Refer to the Competitions Rule and Scoring of Skate Canada Competitions Rule for a full list of deductions pertaining to timing, Interruptions , illegal elements, costumes and props, etc. Maximum element requirements have been established for all Adult free skating, free dance and pairs Events . Skaters are expected to skate to their ability and enter the appropriate Category based on the competition program requirements. The following age categories apply to Singles Free Skating and Artistic Events : Young Adult 18 to 27 years Class I 28 to 37 years Class II 38 to 47 years Class III 48 to 57 years Class IV 56 to 67 years Class V 68 years and older Note that successive age categories may be combined if numbers warrant. Skaters must be notified prior to the competition if age categories are being combined. Free Skating Waltz Jump is permitted as a jump element in Intro Open and Bronze Free Skating only. Adult Intro Open Free Skating A Free Skating Program to music a maximum of one minute forty seconds Seven elements: Maximum four Jump Elements must include a Waltz Jump maximum one Jump Combination no jumps higher than single loop no jump may be included more than twice. Repeated jump must be in combination. Maximum two Spin elements two Spins In One Position; no flying entry. Forward Spiral Sequence a sequence of two forward Spirals , one on each foot, unsupported position; on either inside or outside edge . Adult Bronze Free Skating A Free Skating Program to music of one minute 40 seconds (+/-10 sec.) in length. Seven elements: Maximum four Jump Elements all jumps must be single jumps Waltz jump is permitted single Axel , double and triple jumps are not permitted maximum of one Jump Combination (maximum of two jumps in a combination) no jump may be included more than twice a repeated jump must be executed as part of a Jump Combination or Jump Sequence Maximum of two Spins both must be a Spin In One Position Flying Spins are not permitted Maximum of one Choreographic Sequence Adult Silver Free Skating A Free Skating Program to music of two minutes (+/- 10 sec.) in length. Seven elements: Maximum four Jump Elements may include a single Axel Jump Waltz jump , double and triple jumps are not permitted maximum of two Jump Combinations or one Jump Combination and one Jump Sequence (one jump combination OR one sequence may contain three jumps) no jump may be included more than twice a repeated jump must be executed as part of a Jump Combination or Jump Sequence Maximum of two Spins one must be a Spin in One Position (change of foot permitted, flying entry permitted) Spins must have different codes Maximum of one Choreographic Sequence Adult Gold Free Skating A Free Skating Program to music of two minutes 50 seconds (+/- 10 sec.) in length. Nine elements: Maximum five Jump Elements may include all single jumps, and double jumps no higher than double loop ( Waltz jump not permitted) maximum of two Jump Combinations or one Jump Combination and one Jump Sequence ; one Jump Combination or Jump Sequence may consist of up to three jumps; no jump may be included more than twice a repeated jump must be executed as part of a Jump Combination or Jump Sequence Maximum of three Spins one must be a Combination Spin with a change of foot one must be a Flying Spin one Spin of any nature Maximum of one Step Sequence Adult Masters Free Skating A Free Skating Program to music of three minutes (+/- 10 sec.) in length. Nine elements: Maximum five Jump Elements all single and double jumps are permitted; Waltz jump and triple jumps are not permitted one must be an Axel-type Jump maximum of two Jump Combinations or one Jump Combination and one Jump Sequence ; one Jump Combination or Jump Sequence may consist of up to three jumps no jump may be included more than twice a repeated jump must be executed as part of a Jump Combination or Jump Sequence Maximum of three Spins one must be a Combination Spin with a change of foot one must be a Flying Spin one Spin in One Position Maximum of one step sequence Adult Masters Elite Free Skating A Free Skating Program to music of three minutes (+/- 10 sec.) in length. Nine elements: Maximum five Jump Elements all jumps, except Waltz jump , are permitted one must be an Axel-type Jump maximum of two Jump Combinations or one Jump Combination and one Jump Sequence ; one Jump Combination or Jump Sequence may consist of up to three jumps no jump may be included more than twice a repeated jump must be executed as part of a Jump Combination or Jump Sequence Maximum of three Spins one must be a Combination Spin with a change of foot one must be a Flying Spin one Spin in One Position Maximum of one step sequence Ice Dance Partnered Pattern Dance Dance teams must be composed of two skaters. Competitors may enter only one partnered pattern dance Event . Key points will not be used. Adult STAR 4/5 Dance Pattern Dance One: two Sequences of the Swing Dance Pattern Dance Two: three Sequences of the Ten-Fox Adult STAR 6/7 Dance Pattern Dance One: two Sequences of the European Waltz Pattern Dance Two: four Sequences of the Foxtrot Adult STAR 8/9 Dance Pattern Dance One: two Sequences of the Tango Pattern Dance Two: two Sequences of the American Waltz Adult STAR 10/Gold Dance Pattern Dance One: three Sequences of the Paso Doble Pattern Dance Two: Three Sequences of the Viennese Waltz Adult Elite Dance For former podium pathway skaters or skaters approximately above the Gold Ice Dance Category level. Pattern Dance One: two Sequences of the Westminster Waltz Pattern Dance Two: two Sequences of the Tango Romantica Solo Dance Adult STAR 4/5 Solo Dance Pattern Dance One: two Sequences of the Canasta Tango Pattern Dance Two: two Sequences of the Willow Waltz Adult STAR 6/7 Solo Dance Pattern Dance One: two Sequences of the Ten-Fox Pattern Dance Two: four Sequences of the Fourteenstep Adult STAR 8/9 Solo Dance Pattern Dance One: two Sequences of the European Waltz Pattern Dance Two: two Sequences of the Tango Adult STAR 10/Gold Solo Dance Pattern Dance One: two Sequences of the Starlight Waltz Pattern Dance Two: four Sequences of the Quickstep Adult Open Solo Rhythm Dance Westminster Waltz– follow criteria as outlined in the STAR Program Requirements Guide Partnered Free Dance Dance teams must be composed of two skaters. Adult Bronze Free Dance A free dance to music of one minute 50 seconds (+/- 10 s) in length Maximum of one short Dance Lift ; called to maximum Level 1 Maximum of one Dance Spin : (no change of foot) Maximum of one diagonal step sequence : Style B - in hold Adult Silver Free Dance A free dance to music of two minutes thirty seconds (+/- 10s) in length Maximum of one short Dance Lift : called to maximum Level 2 Maximum of one Dance Spin Maximum of one Set of Synchronized Twizzles with up to three steps in between Maximum of one straight line or curve step sequence : Style B - in hold Adult Gold Free Dance A free dance to music of three minutes (+/- 10s) in length Maximum of two different types of short lifts , up to 8 seconds, or one combination lift , up to 13 seconds. Maximum of one Dance Spin Maximum of one Set of Synchronized Twizzles with up to three steps in between Maximum of one straight line or curve step sequence : Style B - in hold Solo Free Dance Adult Bronze Solo Free Dance One Free Dance to music of 1 minute 50 seconds (plus or minus 10 seconds). A well-balanced Adult Bronze solo free dance program contains: Maximum of one Short Edge Element Maximum of one Dance Spin Maximum of one Choreographic Character Step Sequence : Long axis , one barrier to opposite barrier (distance from barrier does not apply). Started with stop or skidding movement. Touching ice, retrogressions & loops not permitted. Maximum of one Solo Twizzle Series: minimum two and up to four steps between first and second twizzle . Maximum of one Choreographic Element chosen from: choreographic spinning movement or choreographic twizzling movement Requirements: All elements will be confirmed that meet the minimum requirements outlined. Adult Gold Solo Free Dance One Free Dance to music of 1 minute 50 seconds (plus or minus 10 seconds). A well-balanced Adult Gold solo free dance program contains: Maximum of one Short Edge Element Maximum of one Dance Spin Maximum of one Choreographic Character Step Sequence : Long axis , one barrier to opposite barrier (distance from barrier does not apply). Started with stop or skidding movement. Touching ice, retrogressions & loops not permitted. Must attempt at least two of the following difficult turns: rocker , counter , bracket , forward s- step , forward outside c- step . Maximum of one Solo Twizzle Series: minimum two and up to four steps between first and second twizzles . Maximum of one Choreographic Element chosen from: choreographic spinning movement, choreographic twizzling movement, or choreographic sliding movement Pairs Adult pairs teams must be composed of two skaters. Adult Pair This Category is for skaters approximately at the Bronze to Silver Free Skating level One program to music of two minutes 20 seconds (+/- 10 sec.) in length. Maximum of one lift from Group 1 or Group 2 with a minimum half revolution for Athlete B and one revolution for Athlete A ; called to maximum Level Base variations of Athlete A 's position, one-handed and no-handed lifts are not permitted overhead lifts and Twist Lifts are not permitted Maximum of one Throw Jump ; single only (1ATh not permitted) Maximum of one solo jump; single jumps only Maximum of one Jump Combination ; single jumps only Maximum of one pair Spin ; may be in combination Maximum of one Pivot figure Maximum of one Choreographic Sequence Adult Masters Pairs This Category is for skaters approximately at the Gold to Masters Free Skating Category level One program to music of three minutes 30 seconds (+/- 10 sec.) in length. Maximum of three different lifts, called to maximum Level Base; one may be a Twist Lift Maximum of two Throw Jumps; single or double Maximum of one solo jump; all jumps permitted; may be repeated once in the Jump Combination or Jump Sequence Maximum of one Jump Combination or Jump Sequence ; Jump Combination or Jump Sequence may include three jumps Maximum of one pairs Spin ; may be in combination Maximum of one solo spin ; may be in combination Maximum of one Pivot figure or Death Spiral Maximum of one step sequence Artistic Free Skating Artistic free skating programs are designed by the skaters and/or coach and focus on the skater’s ability to interpret music to create a clear mood/theme or create a story through skating movement. A variety of skating moves should be selected for their value in enhancing the skater’s interpretation of the music 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). Costumes must be simple and modest to enhance the interpretation and must not be theatrical in nature. Props of any kind are not permitted. Skaters/teams wishing a more theatrical performance are encouraged to enter the Showcase categories . An artistic program is intended through its process to increase body and choreographic vocabulary and awareness, by meeting specific content criteria. These criteria include: Compositional form/development of theme (e.g. a completed idea) Dynamics (e.g. sustained, collapse, sharp, smooth) Use of space (e.g. planes, directions, indirect, asymmetric shapes) Use of full body (e.g. torso, head, hands, legs, feet) Use of music (e.g. phrasing, Style , awareness and sensitivity to musical elements while performing) Artistic free skating events consist of five levels of competition and may be offered for singles and/or partner. Adult Introductory Artistic For skaters approximately at the Intro Open Free Skating Category One artistic program to music of one minute 30 seconds (+/- 10 sec.) in length Adult Bronze Artistic For skaters approximately at the Bronze Free Skating Category level One artistic program to music of one minute 30 seconds (+/- 10 sec.) in length Adult Silver Artistic For skaters approximately at the Silver Free Skating Category level One artistic program to music of one minute 30 seconds (+/- 10 sec.) in length Adult Gold Artistic For skaters approximately at the Gold Free Skating Category level One artistic program to music of one minute 30 seconds (+/- 10 sec.) in length Adult Elite Artistic For former podium pathway skaters or skaters approximately above the Gold Free Skating Category level. One artistic program to music of two minutes (+/- 10 sec.) in length Adult Open Partner Artistic For skaters approximately at the Bronze to Silver Free Skating Category level (both skaters) One artistic program to music of one minute 40 seconds (+/- 10 sec.) in length Overhead lifts are not permitted and will be considered as an illegal element Small dance lifts which may be either ascending and descending or rotational in character, in which the lifting partner does not raise their hands higher than the shoulder level are permitted Adult Open Masters Partner Artistic For skaters approximately at the Gold to Elite Free Skating Category level (both skaters) One artistic program to music of two minutes 10 seconds (+/- 10 sec.) in length Overhead lifts are not permitted and will be considered as an illegal element Small Dance Lifts which may be either ascending and descending or rotational in character, in which the lifting partner does not raise their hands higher than the shoulder level are permitted Showcase Showcase programs are designed by the skaters and/or coach and focus on the skater’s ability to entertain an audience through the use of theatrics or artistic abilities. Programs may tell a story, create a mood, or have an obvious theme. This Category is comparable to US Figure Skating Dramatic and Light Skate Entertainment. Program content requirements and event procedures for all levels: Theatrical costumes and hand props are permitted Feathers and boas of any type are not permitted All single jumps are permitted; jumps of any higher rotation will be subject to an illegal element violation A maximum of one minute will be permitted prior to each performance for the skater(s) to warm-up and set up any props as necessary Adult Introductory Showcase For skaters approximately at the Intro Open Free Skating Category level Program time is a maximum of one minute 40 seconds Adult Bronze Showcase For skaters approximately at the Bronze Free Skating Category level Program time is a maximum of one minute 40 seconds Adult Silver Showcase For skaters approximately at the Silver Free Skating Category level Program time is a maximum of one minute 40 seconds Adult Gold Showcase For skaters approximately at the Gold and/or Masters Free Skating Category level Program time is a maximum of one minute 40 seconds Adult Elite Showcase For former podium pathway skaters or skaters approximately above the Gold Category level. Program time is a maximum of one minute 40 seconds Adult Open Partner Showcase For skaters approximately at the Bronze to Silver Free Skating Category level (both skaters) Program time is a maximum of one minute 40 seconds Adult Open Masters Partner Showcase For skaters approximately at the Gold to Elite Masters Free Skating Category level (both skaters) Program time is a maximum of one minute 40 seconds Synchronized Skating Adult SyS I Teams consist of eight to 20 skaters. Skaters must have reached the age of 18 before July 1 preceding the competition. The team will perform a Free Skating Program to music a maximum of three minutes 10 seconds in length. A well-balanced Adult I SyS program contains: Intersection element; optional Point Of Intersection No hold element closed block with optional step sequence Pivoting element - closed block (three or four lines as equal as possible) Travelling element Artistic element - maximum two, chosen from circle, line, or wheel If there is a second Segment , the team will perform its free program a second time. Adult SyS II Teams consist of eight to 20 skaters Skaters must have reached the age of 18 before July 1 preceding the competition. The team will perform a Free Skating Program to music a maximum of three minutes 10 seconds in length. A well-balanced Adult II SyS program contains: Intersection element; optional Point Of Intersection Pivoting element - closed block (three or four lines as equal as possible) or line (must be in two parallel lines as equal as possible), must be different shape from artistic and linear/rotating elements Traveling element - must include wheel shape Choice of linear element or rotating element chosen from block, circle, or line (must be different shape from artistic and pivoting elements) Choice of one artistic element chosen from block, circle, or line  (must be different shape from linear/rotating and pivoting elements) All elements and additional features called to a maximum of level 2. If there is a second Segment , the team will perform its free program a second time. Adult SyS III Teams consist of eight to 20 skaters Skaters must have reached the age of 18 before July 1 preceding the competition. The team will perform a Free Skating Program to music a maximum of two minutes 40 seconds in length. A well-balanced Adult III SyS program contains: Intersection element; optional Point Of Intersection (must be executed with face-to-face approach) Artistic Element; choice of block, line, circle or wheel (must be different shape from linear/rotating elements) Maximum three Linear/Rotating elements chosen from block, circle, line or wheel (must be different shape from artistic element All elements called to a maximum of level 1 except the Point of Intersection called to a maximum of level base. If there is a second Segment , the team will perform its free program a second time. You are here: Home Rule Book Competition Program Requirements - Adult