Clarification: Introductory Levels Free Skate Program
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 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) |
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 |