Skate La Grande

Thanks to all the Skaters, Judges, and Volunteers who help make the 2017 Skate La Grande another successful competition. Results will be posted as obtained from the accountant.

You can now find a tentative schedule posted on the Schedule page.  The SLG Competition runs from June 30th through July 2nd.  Make sure you have renewed your club membership or you will not be able to compete in all events.

U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

EVENT: Introductory Levels Free Skate Program

General event parameters:

• Skaters will skate to the music of their choice.
• Level will be determined by the highest free skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher.
• Minimum number of spin revolutions are in parentheses following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position.

Level	Jumps	Spins	Step Sequences	Qualifications
Beginner 1:40 Maximum	Max. 5 jump elements: Jumps with no more than one-half rotation (front to back or back to front). Max. 2 jump sequences Max. 2 of any same jump	Max. 2 spins: Two upright spins, no change of foot, no flying entry (Min. 3 revolutions)	Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program	Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating Learn to Skate USA free skating badge tests
High Beginner 1:40 Maximum	Max. 5 jump elements: Jumps with no more than one-half rotation (front to back or back to front including half-loop) Single rotation jumps: Salchow and toe loop only. Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences. Max. 2 of any same type jump.	Max. 2 spins: Two upright spins, change of foot optional, no flying entry (Min. 3 revolutions)	Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program	Skaters may not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating Learn to Skate USA free skating badge tests

2017 Skate La Grande competition dates are June 30th – July 2nd.  The registration system (EntryEeze) for 2017 Skate La Grande is now open!

The competition includes:

• IJS scoring for Levels Pre-Preliminary thru Senior, Adult Bronze thru Gold & Masters
• Icemen Designated Competition
• New events this year:  Jumps, Spins, and Interpretive

IMPORTANT: Please register your spot in the competition by May 29th.  As soon as your figure skating club makes 2017-18 memberships available please renew.  Valid 2017-2018 membership will be required and verified to compete on July 1st & 2nd.

We wish to thank all the Officials, Competitors, SDIA and Volunteers who participated in the 2016 Skate La Grande competition making it successful for another year!!!