I knowingly and freely assume all such risks and, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and. Differences in artistic and interpretive figure skating events. Within the limits of the following rules, complete freedom is allowed. Waiver and release in consideration of being allowed to participate in the isi recreational ice skating program, i acknowledge, and agree that. Us figure skating and isi events are cumulative example. For basic skills only coaches any person, 18 and older, instructing in a u. This menu page links to information about the rules and the test elements and.
For complete description of formation, skating, and dance categories, please see 2016 edition of isi handbook. Jan 18, 2011 i did some isi comps but all of the ones i did had very very strict age division. Founded in 1999 as a nonprofit organization, isiasia creates a platform to the asian ice skating facilities to obtain industry information and to encourage the participation in ice skating as a recreational sport. Read about figure skating scandals and rules they prompt, like the katarina rule. Pair skating pair levels ice dancing ice dancing levels 16. Terms and conditions release of liability and assumption of risk agreement i acknowledge, and agree that. Jan 29, 2018 whats the dress code for olympic figure skating. San diego figure skating communications a nonprofit educational organization sdfscenews. Skaters and coaches handbook skaterinstructor series ice skating institute on. Isi figure skating is a skating organization where people can skate for recreation and compete in many competitions and have an artistic program where you skate to words.
If you look at the point value document for the ijs system in figure skating you will be amazed. Skaters and coaches handbook skaterinstructor series. Thankfully, figure skating rules are more straightforward than the scoring system. More detailed rules and resources can be found in members only.
Synchronized skating and adult skating also have their own qualifying structures for those aiming to compete at the u. In solo compulsory events, against the book skaters will be. Traces the history of figure skating, the oldest event in the winter olympic games, and discusses some of the outstanding skaters in this competition and. Figure skating, psa and the isi acknowledge the developing relationship between the three associations working together for the growth and betterment. The short program of figure skating is the first of two segments of competitions, skated before the free skating program. Maintenance of the long axis, the short axis and symmetry of the figure should especially be observed. As a result of the recent united states travel ban of 26 european countries and the state of new yorks restrictions on gatherings over concerns of the spread of the covid19 virus, u. General information is listed below for each event to be offered at our isi national competitions. Figure skating refers to any sports, artistic or recreational, that utilize the moves and techniques that are derived from the english and the international styles of skating on ice. The rule revisions and clarifications summarized in these pages go. Please login or register on the isi cart to buy this membership. All skaters, skating professionals, and parents are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the professional skaters association, united states figure skating, and ice skating institute guidelines. Figure skating what it is, about, history, rules, jumps. Skaters earn points for their team based on their individual results in a variety of events.
State games of america 2017 figure skating competition isi. The isi further agrees that the participation of skaters registered with the isi in activities sponsored by u. The ice sports industry isi is a nonprofit for owners, operators and developers of ice skating facilities. Please be advised that a judge certification test session will be held at zayed sports city ice. It was the first winter sport to be included in the olympic games, when it was contested at the 1908 olympics in london. Ice skating institute of america united states olympic committee. Ice sports industry skateisi 6000 custer rd, ste 9, plano, texas 75023 rated 4. Figure skating is a sport in which individuals, pairs, or groups perform spins, jumps, footwork and other intricate and challenging moves on ice.
I really wish theyd create a pdf version its much easier to use than a paper rulebook. Starting september 1, 2018 and remains in effect until august 31, 2020. The 2012 20 us figure skating rule book will govern the competition. Backward skating is only permitted during designated specialty skates. You must comply with the coachs registration requirement in order to be allowed to coach at the pennsylvania skating championships per u. There havent been any rules changes afaik, so the 2010 rules are still in effect. Medals were awarded in the disciplines of mens singles, ladiess singles, pair skating, and ice dance. Event eligibility rules ice skating institute pdf 2011 desert ice open competition may april 24, 2011 place 1st through 4th in one of our singles artistic events. This is a group number for 8 or more skaters to perform in unison. A figure skating competition is a judged sports competition in figure skating. Figure skaters compete at various levels from beginner up to the olympic level senior, and at local, national, and international competitions. I did fs 4 when i was 16 and there was a 12, 14, and adult skater all at fs 4 and we were all on our own groups against the book. To encourage recreational and competitive figure skating.
As an international sports program, special olympics has created these rules based upon international. I believe the 2010 isi handbook is the most current one. The handbook includes the latest rule revisions and provides a wealth of information, standards and resources for learning, teaching and judging the isi ice skating program. This menu page links to information about the rules and the test elements and competition elements used for figure skating. So coming from isi even skating against kids was good because atleast it was someone. Isu communication 2307 challenger series application form. Skills, strategies, and techniques samuels, rikki on. I understand and accept the risk of injury, paralysis and death, resulting from my participation in. Us figure skating rule book safesport international skating union isu bay area ice dancers baid cal figure skating team silver stars synchronized skating team dublin iceland oakland ice center golden skate. Figure skating is a sport in which individuals, duos, or groups perform on figure skates on ice. Games organization or host a state games figure skating competition. Isi university certifications are among the most valuable assets an ice arena professional can possess. Any athlete that participates under eligibility rule 4 would be classified in the competition as a participant from their state of residence for the purpose of distribution of invitations for the state games of america.
Due to ice and time limitations, not every event will be offered at every competition. In the past 17 years, thousands of skaters have been participating in this event and has obtained remarkable achievements. Us figure skating, founded in 1921 is the organization responsible conducting. Figure skating rulebook is the official publication for all the associations rules and bylaws. Skating scandals and the rules they inspire figure skating scandals are some of the most salacious in the sports arena. And to stock up on stylish team usa gear that you can wear all year round, visit the team usa shop. The ice skating institute formerly the ice skating institute of america is a trade association for ice rinks, and also an international governing body for recreational figure skating. Isi has introduced more than 10 million individuals to the world of ice skating. The figure skating test structure may be confusing to those new to ice skating. It was founded in 1959 to proliferate the building of permanent indoor ice rinks, 1 which numbered fewer than 100 at the time, as well as to promote skating. Revised minimun total element scores for ladies at the isu world figure skating championships 2020. Sep 01, 2018 the handbook includes the latest rule revisions and provides a wealth of information, standards and resources for learning, teaching and judging the isi ice skating program. This section covers rules governing the sport of figure skating. We are the only club in this area that participates and supports both isi ice skating institute and usfs united states figure skating programs.
Sep 01, 2018 the ice sports industry isi is a nonprofit for owners, operators and developers of ice skating facilities. Figure skating rule book will govern the competition. Isi judging has an against the book concept, in which a skater or team who is alone in hisher their event. The short axis divides the figure into symmetrical lobes. The world figure sport society has conducted festivals and competitions of compulsory figures, endorsed by the ice skating institute, since 2015. Figure skating nonqualifying competitions per rule 1021 in the u. Figure skating blades used during special olympics competitions must be sharpened to produce a flat to concave cross section without change to the width of the blade as measured between the two edges. Platinum skaters can ask the competition director and choose. The isi ice skating program national instructor training program is designed to educate and train instructors in the techniques, standards, and professional requirements. Isi and usfs test sessions and events are available here at the rosegarden.
Figure skating find errors in this edition of the rulebook, corrections. The isi skate hong kong competition is the biggest and most popular isi skating competition in asia. Figures which consist of three lobes have two short axes which divide the figure into its three lobes. Information about competitions with the bozeman figure skating club the artistic programs usually music with or without words. The 201920 isu grand prix of figure skating was a series of invitational senior internationals which ran from october 2019 through december 2019. This event is considered a created event for this competition. Ice skating institute asia isiasia is an asian industry trade association encompassing owners and operators of ice skating facilities. Figure skating is a sport in which skaters on ice or on a track, alone or in pairs, perform jumping movements, turns, ascents and footwork in a graceful manner. Its name derives from the patterns skaters make on the ice, an element that was an important part of the sport until recently. Figure skating, as set forth in the current rulebook, as well as any pertinent updates which have been posted on the u. The isu judging system or the international judging system ijs, occasionally referred to as the code of points cop system, is the scoring system currently used to judge the figure skating disciplines of mens and ladies singles, pair skating, ice dance, and synchronized skating.
Figure skating adult gold test must take and pass isi tests. The usfsa has to reissue a new book every year because there are always changes, many imposed by the isu. Feb 22, 2018 in fact, figure skating was first played at the olympics on indoor rinks at the 1908 summer olympics in london, meaning the sport has been part of the olympics on and off and in some form or. All figure skaters must have turned 15 yearsold before july 1, 2017 to be eligible for the. Please refer to the individual competition entry form for each competition to find out which events are offered for that. Tracing figures in the ice is the oldest form of figure skating, especially during its first 200 years of existence, when it was a recreational activity practiced mostly by men. The ice skating institute is a trade association for ice rinks, and also an international governing body for recreational figure skating. We reserve the right to refuse admission to anyone not meeting the standards of good behavior and to evict persons not following the policies of this ice rink. It forms a right angle with the long axis where the lobes join. The combined report of action details all bylaw and rule changes made through the past year by the board of directors and governing council. Coaches have a rule book from the united states figure skating association that have the elements that are required for the different tests. Most ice rinks offer group ice skating lessons, and part of most standard group figure skating lesson courses. What happens if theres a tie during the figure skating team event program at the olympics.
It can be undertaken by individuals, duos or groups. Usfsa rulebook united states figure skating association. There are several types of figure skating, including freestyle, couples, ice dancing, and synchronized team. Well be in touch with news, updates, and ways you can help the team. I understand and accept the risk of injury, paralysis and death. The event guidelines and judging criteria will not be found in the isi handbook. Usfs united states figure skating and isi ice skating institute are the two main governing bodies of figure skating in the united states.
The state games of america 2015 figure skating competition usfs will be conducted in accordance with the rules and regulations of u. The rulebook can be viewed as a pdf file online at and is also available in the u. Isiasia is not responsible for any cancellation changes. Isi ice skating programs the ice sports industry isi. Authoritative prescriptive statements that stipulate the requirements what to dowhat not to do to comply with policy in specific situations. Figure skating basic skills program must have successfully passed the annual background screen and be registered. Under exceptional circumstances on a casebycase basis, variations from standards require approval from a governing body.
In synchronized skating, for both juniors and seniors, the short program lasts 2 minutes and 50 seconds. The international skating union is the international sport federation administering ice skating sports throughout the world. The rule is you have to be 50 percent covered with material, which i was but, it depends on how tastefully you do it. The isi further agrees that the participation of skaters registered with the isi in. Handbooks synchronized skating international skating union. It lasts, for both senior and junior singles and pair skaters, 2 minutes and 40 seconds. Please note that the info here relates to usfsa skaters, and will be different for isi and international skaters. An effortless, flowing and graceful execution should be achieved. Figure skating adult gold test must take and pass isi test s to compete in isi events no lower than freestyle 5open silver. The isi handbook is the only comprehensive resource for.
It was designed and implemented by the international skating union isu, the ruling body of the sport. Usfsisi badge conversion chart for competition events. This article outlines and explains figure skating tests and levels. Rules and regulations this article is part of the faq list for amateur competitive figure skating. It is a big document with values for just about every move in figure skating. Please contact the respective rink competition director for confirmation. These rules are in addition to the ice skating institute isi code of conductregulations for ice skaters. Due to the outbreak of novel coronavirus, staffs are now working from home and there will be delay of issuing membership cards and certificates. Isi weskate 3 ring binder isi panthlet isi skating test levels and requirements isi competition performormance rules isi special skater requirements skaters and coaches handbook in isis. Although there are similarities, their representations are quite different.
Skating scandals and the rules they inspire howstuffworks. Freestyle rules figure skating ford ice center and the scott hamilton skating academy are committed to the safety of all skaters and ensuring all have a fun environment both on and. They can incorporate various skating formations such as circles, pinwheels, lines, footwork sequences and dance steps. I understand and accept the risk of injury resulting from participation. Isi figure skating skater permission form name of club the skaters listed below isare a members in good standing of the above stated skating club and hashave permission to skate in the exhibition, show or competition that. Once the skaters pass the moves in the field and the freestyle tests, they can then compete at that level. Industry as set forth in the current 2018 rulebook. You will need to log in with your isi number and your isi password. Your isi password if you have not reset it will be your isi number plus the. The official special olympics sports rules for figure skating shall govern all special olympics competitions. The skating club of greater youngstown is a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing quality figure skating to the greater youngstown area. Although we do require isi memberships for both skaters and coaches since rgia is an isi member rink, usfs skaters and coaches are welcome to join us with the purchase of an isi membership.
Fulltime college students compete on behalf of their college or university. Safety is compromised when attention is directed away from the ice. Figure skating shall not be deemed to be a violation of the rules of the isi. International competitions sanctioned by the international skating union isu are governed by the unions rules. There are many components to the isu judging system and the way they are combined is complicated as well. This page is skaters and all the people that love and support them.
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