The 2018 revised edition goes into effect for all test sessions and competitions. Each step sequence must utilize the full ice surface. Any skater who can pass any level of isi test is eligible and encouraged to participate in a local, district andor isi national competition events. 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. Chapman has been on the ice since as long as he can remember, and he began taking private lessons when he was 10 years old. Isi skaters experience show skating with sea world. Couples skating blends elements of dance, singles skating, and pairs. Skating skill levels these are the skill levels established by the ice skating institutes learn to skate program. Skaters who have passed tests from other skating organizations are only required. The rulebook can be viewed as a pdf file online at.
A program to music with emphasis on the required test level maneuvers from the skaters current freestyle test level. Events requirements time program time will allow for a 10second leeway over the recommended time. Skaters must meet all the requirements below in addition to one of the above requirements. The 2018 isi handbook may 10, 2020 while the isi handbook is due to be revised this year its typically updated every two years we have decided that its in the best interests of our coaches not to revise it. Skaters should ckeck with the official usfs rulebook and with their coach when developing test programs. International adult figure skating competition 2018. Uncaptured maneuvers as listed in the 2017 isi handbook will be allowed according to level restrictions recommended. Testing, competitions, and shows in the isi ice skating institute system emphasize fun, making friends. Freestyle synchro team 110 three to seven skaters from the same freestyle level can enter this new form of group skating.
For requirements of the minimum isi test level on which usfs skater must. How to increase your chances of success in testing. Balance on 2 feet marching on the spot walk forward falling downgetting up make snow 2 foot quarter turns walk around on the spot 2 foot jump on the spot optional skills. Our club offers skaters the opportunity to work on skills in three areas for usfsa testing. 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. Skaters who have passed the traditional isi freestyle level 110 tests are not required to take any additional test to compete at the equivalent level of open freestyle events. Junior prep is designed for aspiring figure skaters ages 712 who are working on isi levels freestyle 1 4 or usfs basic skills level 9. This only applies to skaters that are members of us figure skating. Figure skating is a sport in which individuals, duos, or groups perform on figure skates on ice. These are the skill levels established by the ice skating institutes learn to skate program. The ice skating institute isi weskate learntoskate program at the ice ridge after a few months of practice, youll be able to show off your skating skills in a local ice show or exhibition. Freestyle 1 and above skaters who are ready to be tested will be signed up for a test session by hisher coach. A program performed to music with emphasis on the required test level maneuvers from the. For requirements for the minimum isi test level on which usfs skaters must compete, see the isi handbook.
Skaters are required to comply with the well balanced program requirements outlined in the current usfs rule book. Skaters must pass through the delta level in order for pass any of the advanced tests with the exception of dance. Give general safety and courtesy rules for ice skating. One minute program must include the required test maneuvers from their level. It was the first winter sport to be included in the olympic games, when contested at the 1908 olympics in london.
Complete all of the requirements for one of the following options. Athletes must be eligible members in good standing with u. Applications submitted without a current isi number will not be processed until an isi number is received late fee applies if received after the entry deadline. Goodman began skating in tots learntoskate classes at just 4 years old and began her journey with isi one year later. Basic skills teaches the fundamentals of ice skating and provides the best foundation for figure skating, hockey, and speedskating. These are the isi testing forms in pdf format to be download, printed out and used by isi professional members to test skaters thru the isi ice skating program.
Your daughter can only compete in isi competitions if she has completed and registered isi tests. Differences between isi and usfs basic skating skills competitions. Our intent is to give you an understanding of what is expacted at each level. In light of the current and changing situation with the healthcare crisis, we feel that coaches will have more than enough to contend with without the added pressure of. Isi fs 8, 9 or 10, isi platinum or usfs senior free skating. All entrants must be registered to their highest test level with isi. Skaters in pre alphadelta may not compete in figure 1, freestyle 1, bronze. Nbnscfsc must be the skaters usfs home club by september 1, 2020. Skaters are not automatically moved into the next level, they must learn the apyour path to skating success starts here using the isi curriculum tot i 35yrs tot ii tot 34 advanced. Figure skating sanctioned event endorsed by the isi. A penalty will be given for those over the time limit.
For requirements for the minimum isi test level on which usfs skaters must compete, see the 2016 edition of the isi handbook. All isi competitions are team competitions where skaters earn points for their home rinkteam, and therefore all competitors. A summary of isi test levels and test disciplines is shown below. Isi has transitioned to the name ice sports industry. Skaters who can meet the requirements of the dance tests can test without having passed prealpha through. The four olympic disciplines are mens singles, ladies singles, pair skating, and ice dance. Pdf 2010 spooktacular skate basic skills competition the 2010 spooktacular skate competition is a basic skills competition sponsored by the. Skaters cannot perform any additional maneuver from a higher level except a snowplow stop. Introduction to figure skating rosegarden ice arena. Uncaptured maneuvers as listed in the 2014 isi handbook will be allowed according to level restrictions recommended. It was founded in 1959 to proliferate the building of permanent indoor ice rinks, which numbered fewer than 100 at the time, as well as to promote skating as a recreational activity. The usfs levels are easier because usfs wants to get kids into their eligible skating system the real tests, for isi, these tests are the real tests. Please note that it may take more than one or two terms to pass a particular. Skating intercollegiate championships will be held march 2729, 2020 in minneapolis, mn.
They must perform the same identical freestyle program in unison. Figure skating and may be members of the figure skating club of their choice or individual members. When skaters have passed all of the requirements for that level. The high test group is reserved for skaters who have passed one of the following tests. Isi individual membership is for skaters of all ages and abilities, from beginning to recreational to competitive levels. Isi basic skills test requirements the ice skating institute basic skills program consists of increasingly difficult maneuvers, and each level builds upon the previous level. Skaters who have passed the traditional isi freestyle 110 tests are not required to take any additional test to compete at the equivalent level of. Basic skills fundamentals basic kills teaches the daentals of ice skating and provides the est foundation for gure skating hockey and speedskating.
This does not apply to qualifying rounds, if there were any, to the senior level, or to skaters who skated. While we do our best to provide accurate information, everything here is for informational purposes only. All isi competitions are team competitions where skaters earn points for their home rinkteam, and therefore all competitors must represent a current isi administrative member arena. We test to the isi ice skating institute passing standards. Various skills are required, depending on the test level. Requirements skaters must have a current isi membership. Skate levels hutchinson figure skating association. Ice show featured skater requirements for 2016 2017 cont. All skaters must use the new test requirements for competitions beginning september 1, 2014, regardless of when they passed the test. The beginner competition program is for basic skills level. Depending on each test level requirement, specific skating skills must be performed. Nsc must be the skaters isi home rink by september 1, 2020.
Skaters may choose to test their skills in front of a panel of usfsa united states figure skating association judges in order to advance their skill level. The ice skating institute isi weskate learntoskate program at the ice ridge after a few months of practice, youll be able to show. I would not be the skater i am today if it werent for isi, said goodman. Tot skaters must be 5 years of age or under on april 24, 2020. Iirc this is almost exactly the same as the usfs 8step mohawk, except step 8 is just a backward push so step 9 is the forward step meaning you would be starting the pattern on the other foot, rather than continuing in the circle. Technical requirements free skating international gay figure. Testing hutchinson figure skating association hfsa. The 2018 winter iowa games figure skating competition is a merged u. Usfsisi badge conversion chart for competition events. The isi handbook is the only comprehensive resource for. A current isi individual skater membership is required for all skaters who take an. Discuss preparations that must be taken when skating outdoors on natural ice. Forward skate width of ice forward 1 ft balance gliding level 2 skating requirements. Usfs isi badge conversion basic skating skills school students snow plow sam through freeskate 6, and hockey 1 through 4, must be current members of the usfs basic skills program.
The park district of oak park is making the transition from isi to the usfs program. All skat ers must pass and register their tests with isi that correspond with the level they are competing. Mastering the skills at each level is crucial to the overall development of the skater. All skaters must pass freestyle test level to compete in this event.
Freestyle 9 requirement, and therefore an illegal maneuver if performed below this level. Discuss the parts and functions of the different types of ice skates. For skaters in the isi program, a conversion chart is provided to help determine your appropriate competition level. If this is your first time taking ice skating lessons, register for snowplow sam 1 or asic 1 class according to your age.
Competition events basic skating skills and isi requirements alpha. Competition events basic skating skills and isi requirements. Isi tests must be passed at sqsa parade or district 10 test sessions by the february 2018 ice show deadline attendance of 50% or more of contracted sessions mandatory for the requirement to be met, or the variable point to be achieved. Isi cart update memberships, tests, certifications and more. We are proud members of the ice sports industry isi, founder of the first learntoskate curriculum in the united states. Each step sequence may, and is encouraged to, include additional steps or turns. Please see the isi web site for skill requirements for all other levels. Skaters are encouraged to focus on edge quality, clarity of turns, multidirectional and onefoot skating.
The isi believes in participation, not elimination, offering events and competitions for those desiring to compete in a friendly and fun atmosphere. When registering for classes, use your current isi level and register for the corresponding usfs level. If you are looking at group lessons many rinks do freestyle group lessons, you can talk to the skating director and ask for an evaluation about where you can be placed. Most ice rinks offer group ice skating lessons, and part of most standard group figure skating lesson courses include the chance to take achievement basic figure skating skills tests. Couples couples skating is available in isi and is similar in many respects to pairs and singles freeskating, except that skaters perform together. Tots maneuvers are as listed in isi handbook for each level.
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