ACT ICE SKATING ASSOCIATION INC
PO Box 76
WODEN ACT 2606
www.actisa.asn.au
2011 AUTUMN TROPHY
DATES: Friday May 27
Saturday May 28
VENUE: Phillip Ice Skating Rink
Irving Street, PHILLIP ACT 2606
Telephone: 02 6282 1036
55m x 24.5m
ENQUIRIES: For additional information please contact your State Association Secretary. ACTISA contact:
Nina Johnson
Competition Convener (02) 6161 1083 (Home)
ENTRIES: Entries must be submitted through State Associations and will be accepted by the
Competition Convener of ACTISA until the closing date of Friday 6 May 2011.
Entries may be limited to four competitors per state for each division (with the exception of
ACT which will be limited to five competitors for each division). Each state may submit a list
of reserve skaters who will be advised as soon as possible after close of entries as to whether
their entry has been accepted. PLANNED PROGRAM CONTENT must also be provided
on the appropriate forms by Friday May 20th. PPC forms are on ACTISA website.
ENTRY FEES: Primary to Senior Divisions $150.00
Preliminary, Elementary & Pre-primary Divisions $80.00
Late entries may be accepted but a penalty of double entry fee may be imposed.
Entry forms will not be accepted unless accompanied by payment.
There will be no refunds after the draw.
CLOSING DATE: Friday 6th May 2010
DRAWS: All draws will take place on Thursday, 19th May 2011 at the Phillip Swimming and Ice Skating
Centre commencing at 5.30pm.
TROPHIES: Medals will be awarded to the first three place getters in each event.
PROGRAM: Primary to Senior divisions will skate a Short Program and a Freeskating Program.
Preliminary to Pre-primary divisions will skate a Freeskating Program only.
Separate divisions will be run for both Ladies and Men in all divisions.
Divisions may be split according to age depending upon the number of entries received.
Expressions of interest are invited as soon as possible but no later than 27th April 2011 for
skaters wishing to compete in Pairs, Solo Dance or Ice Dance events. Judges’ availability may
limit these options.
MARKING: ISU Judging system (IJS)
TEST LEVELS: As at close of entries.
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MUSIC: All competitors in divisions requiring their own music shall provide it on audio CD, and
provide a back-up copy. The CD must contain only ONE track, and must be marked with the:
Competitor’s Name,
Competition Division, eg ‘Primary’,
Program Identification, eg ‘Short Program’,
Running time of music (NOT skating time).
PROGRAM TIMING: Program timing starts from the moment a skater begins to move or skate.
RESPONSIBILITY: ACTISA Inc, its officers, members, employees and agents will not be responsible for any
injury, loss or damage sustained by any competitor or official as a direct or consequential result
of participation in the competition.
ENTRY FEE As determined by rink management.
TO RINK PER DAY: All entries are to be paid at front office.
Chaperone passes will not be issued with entries.
PRACTICE TIMES: To be provided at a later date.
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AUTUMN TROPHY 2011
ELIGIBILITY AND TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
The following are extracts from the ISA & ISU regulations and must be read in conjunction with the
designated rules for complete details applicable to all events. State associations, coaches and judges are
reminded of the necessity to comply with all ISA & ISU regulations.
ISA Rules: www.isa.org.au ISU: www.isu.org
Anti-doping regulations: ISA advises that skaters need to comply with current anti-doping regulations as
found on www.asada.gov.au
PRELIMINARY SINGLES (Ladies and Men)
FREESKATING PROGRAM
Duration: 1 minute 30 seconds (+/- 10 seconds)
A well-balanced program consisting of free skating elements, such as jumps, spins, steps and other linking movements
executed with a minimum of two-footed skating in harmony with music of the competitor’s choice, except that vocal music
with lyrics is not permitted. See details below.
Eligibility: Participation in Preliminary Division shall be open to a financial member of a State association who has, at
the closing of entries:
1. Passed the ISA Preliminary Test
2. Not passed both sections of the ISA Elementary 1 Level Test or higher.
ELEMENTARY SINGLES (Ladies and Men)
FREESKATING PROGRAM
Duration: 2 minutes (+/- 10 seconds)
A well-balanced program consisting of free skating elements, such as jumps, spins, steps and other linking movements
executed with a minimum of two-footed skating in harmony with music of the competitor’s choice, except that vocal music
with lyrics is not permitted.
Eligibility: Participation in Elementary Division shall be open to a financial member of a State association who has, at
the closing of entries:
1. Passed both sections of the ISA Elementary Test.
2. Not passed both parts of the ISA Pre-primary (Elementary 2)Test, or higher.
* Preliminary and Elementary Well Balanced Program (See ISU Rule 320):
1. A maximum of five jump elements, including at least one jump combination or sequence of jumps but not more than
three in total. One jump combination could consist of up to three jumps, the other two up to two jumps. Single and/or
double jumps may be included and will be counted in the results of a participant.
2. Maximum of three spins of a different nature (with a minimum of 4 revolutions in each spin).
3. Maximum of 1 spiral sequence (Ladies) or 1 step sequence (Men).
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PRE-PRIMARY SINGLES (Ladies and Men)
FREESKATING PROGRAM
Duration: 2 minutes 30 seconds (+/- 10 seconds)
A well-balanced programconsisting of free skating elements, such as jumps, spins, steps and
other linking movements executed with a minimum of two-footed skating in harmony with music
of the competitor’s choice, except that vocal music with lyrics is not permitted.
Eligibility: Participation in Pre-Primary Division shall be open to a financial member
of a State association who has, at the closing of entries:
1. Passed both sections of the ISA Pre-Primary (Elementary
Level 2) Test .
2. Not competed in a Primary or higher Singles Championship
event (State, Australian or other).
A well-balanced Pre-Primary FREE SKATING Program must contain:
A maximum of six jump elements (one of which must be an Axel Type jump), including at
least one jump combination or sequence of jumps but not more than three in total. One
jump combination could consist of up to three jumps, the other two up to two jumps.
There should be three spins of a different nature, one of which must be a spin
combination, one a flying spin & one a spin with only one position. There must be a
minimum of six revolutions in each spin and a minimum of ten revolutions in the spin
combination.
Ladies & One step sequence, straight line, serpentine, circular or other, fully
Men: utilising the ice surface.
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PRIMARY SINGLES (Ladies and Men)
Eligibility
Participation in the Primary Singles Division shall be open to a member of a State association who has at the closing
of entries:
1. passed the Primary Level Test .
2. not reached the age of fourteen (14) by 1 July in the year in which the event takes place;
3. not competed in the same season in an Intermediate or higher level Singles Championship, (State, Australian
or other).
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS DEFINITIONS & REMARKS PROGRAM DURATION
SHORT PROGRAM (ISA Rule 310) Maximum Duration: 2 min 30 sec
a) Axel Paulsen. If a competitor fails to finish a program
b) One double jump immediately Spin (d) Flying spin with a minimum within the allowed time, there will be a
preceded by connecting steps and/or of 8 revolutions in the landing position 1.0 point deduction for every five (5)
other comparable free skating which may be different from the seconds in excess.
movements. flying position. In the flying sit spin,
c) One jump combination consisting changing foot on landing is permitted.
of any single or double jump followed Spin (e) - only one change of foot and
by any double jump. at least one change of position (sit,
d) Flying spin with no change of foot & camel, upright or any variation
no change of position. thereof), with not less than (6)
e) Spin combination with one change of revolutions on each foot.
foot and at least one change of position
(sit, camel, upright or any variation
thereof), no flying entry.
f) Ladies & Men:
A step sequence (straight line, circular
or serpentine), fully utilising the ice
surface.
FREE SKATING PROGRAM (ISA 2 min 30 sec plus or minus 10 sec (ISA
Rule 320) Jumps Rule 305)
Maximum (6) jump elements (one of
A well-balanced program consisting of which must be an Axel type jump), If a competitor fails to finish a program
free skating elements, such as jumps, including at least: (1) jump within the allowed range of time, there
spins, steps and other linking combination or sequence but not more will be a 1.0 point deduction for up to
movements executed with a minimum of than (3) in total. One jump every five (5) seconds lacking or in
two-footed skating in harmony with combination could consist of up to (3) excess.
music of the competitor’s choice, except jumps, the other two up to (2) jumps.
that vocal music with lyrics is not
permitted.
Spins
(3) spins of a different nature, (1) of which must be a spin combination, (1) a
flying spin, & (1) a spin with only one position. Min of (6) revolutions in each
spin and min of (10) revolutions in the spin combination.
Steps
Ladies & Men: Max of one step sequence, straight line, serpentine,
circular or other, fully utilising the ice surface.
One seq.
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INTERMEDIATE SINGLES (Ladies and Men)
Eligibility
Participation in an Intermediate Division shall be open to a member of a State association who has, at the closing of
entries:
1. Passed the Primary Level Test .
2. Is 14 yrs or over on July 1st in the year of the event
3. Not competed in the same season in a Novice or higher level Singles Championship, (State, Australian or other).
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS DEFINITIONS & REMARKS PROGRAM DURATION
SHORT PROGRAM (ISA Rule 310)
a) Axel Paulsen. Maximum Duration: 2 min 30 sec
b) One double jump immediately
preceded by connecting steps If a competitor fails to finish a program
and/or other comparable free within the allowed time, there will be a
Spin d)- Flying spin with a minimum of
skating movements. 1.0 point deduction for every five (5)
8 revolutions in the landing position
c) One jump combination seconds in excess.
which may be different from the flying
consisting of any single or
position. In the flying sit spin, changing
double jump followed by any
foot on landing is permitted. No previous
double jump.
rotation on the ice before the take-off is
d) Flying spin with no change of
permitted.
foot & no change of position.
Spin e) - only one change of foot and at
e) Spin combination with one
least (2) changes of position (sit, camel,
change of foot and at least two
upright or any variation thereof), with
changes of position (sit, camel,
not less than (6) revolutions on each
upright or any variation thereof),
foot. The minimum number of
no flying entry.
revolutions in a required position is (2),
f) Ladies & Men: One step
or the position is not counted.
sequence (straight line, circular
or serpentine) fully utilising the
ice surface.
g)
FREE SKATING PROGRAM 2 mins & 30 secs +/- 10 secs
Jumps
Maximua
A well-balanced program consisting maximum of six (6) jump elements (one If a competitor fails to finish a program
of free skating elements, such as of which must be an Axel type jump), within the allowed range of time, there
jumps, spins, steps and other linking including at least: (1) jump combination will be a 1.0 point deduction for up to
movements executed with a minimum or sequence but not more than (3) in every five (5) seconds lacking or in
of two-footed skating in harmony total. One jump combination could excess.
with music of the competitor’s choice, consist of up to (3) jumps, the other two
except that vocal music with lyrics is up to (2) jumps.
not permitted.
Spins
Maximum of (3) spins of a different nature, (1) of which must be a spin
combination, (1) a flying spin & (1) a spin with only one position. Minimum of (6)
revolutions in each spin and min of (10) revolutions in the spin combination.
Steps
Ladies & Men:
(1) and Maximum of one step sequence, straight line, serpentine, circular or other, fully
utilising the ice surface.
(1) step
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NOVICE SINGLES (Ladies and Men)
Eligibility
Participation in the Novice Singles Division shall be open to a member of a State association who has, at the closing
of entries:
1. passed the ISA Novice Level Test .
2. not won a previous Novice Singles Championship of Australia, except that skaters who have not reached the
age of 16 by 1 July in the year in which the event takes place may defend their titles;
3. not competed in the same season in a Junior or higher Singles Championship, (State, Australian or other)
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS DEFINITIONS & PROGRAM DURATION
REMARKS
SHORT PROGRAM (ISA Rule 310) Maximum Duration: 2 min 50 sec
(ISA Rule 305)
a) Double Axel Paulsen. Spins d) and e) - min (8)
b) One double jump immediately preceded by revolutions. If a competitor fails to finish a
connecting steps and/or other comparable free program within the allowed time,
skating movements Spin f) - only (1) change of there will be a 1.0 point deduction
c) One jump combination consisting of two double foot and at least (2) changes for every five (5) seconds in
jumps of position (sit, camel, excess.
d) Flying spin, with no change of foot & no change of upright or any variation
position. thereof), with not less than
e) Ladies: Layback or sideways leaning spin (no (6) revolutions on each foot.
change of foot, no flying entry). The minimum number of
Men: Spin in one position (camel, sir or upright), no revolutions in a required
change of foot & no flying entry. position is (2), or the
f) Spin combination with one change of foot and at position is not counted.
least two changes of position (sit, camel, upright or
any variation thereof), no flying entry. h) Spiral sequence must
g) Step sequence (straight line, circular or serpentine), have at least (3) spiral
fully utilising the ice surface. positions with at least (1)
h) Ladies: a spiral sequence, fully utilising the ice change of foot.
surface.
Men: A different step sequence to that performed in g),
(straight line, circular or serpentine) fully utilising the ice
surface.
FREE SKATING PROGRAM (ISA Rule 320) Jumps Ladies: 3 min plus or minus 10
Maximum (7) jump elements sec (ISA Rule 305)
A well-balanced program consisting of free skating (one of which must be an Men: 3 min 30 seconds
elements, such as jumps, spins, steps and other linking Axel type jump), including
movements executed with a minimum of two-footed at least: (1) jump If a competitor fails to finish a
skating in harmony with music of the competitor’s choice, combination or sequence but program within the allowed range
except that vocal music with lyrics is not permitted. not more than (3) in total. of time, there will be a 1.0 point
One jump combination could deduction for up to every five (5)
consist of up to (3) jumps, seconds lacking or in excess.
the other two up to (2)
jumps.
Spins
(3) spins of a different
nature, (1) of which must be
a spin combination,(1)a
flying spin, & (1) a spin in
only one position. Min of (6)
revs in each spin and min of
(10) revs in the spin
combination.
Ladies: Ladies & Men: Maximum of one step sequence (straight line,
serpentine, circular or other) fully utilising the ice surface. If a
spiral sequence or 2nd step sequence is performed it will be marked
as transitions.
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JUNIOR SINGLES (Ladies and Men)
Eligibility
Participation in a Junior Singles Championship shall be open to a member of a State association who has, at the
closing of entries, passed the ISA Junior Level Test, and
EITHER has:
not exceeded the ISU Junior age of 19 for Ladies and Men in singles competition by 1 July in the year in which the
event takes place;
OR has:
1. not won a previous Junior Singles Championship of Australia;
2. not competed in the same season in a Senior Singles Championship (State, Australian or other).
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS PROGRAM DURATION
SHORT PROGRAM SHORT PROGRAM
Ladies Men Maximum Duration: 2 min 50 sec (ISU
a) Double Axel Paulsen; a) Double or triple Axel Paulsen; Rule 501)
b) One double or triple Lutz jump b) One double or triple Lutz jump
immediately preceded by connecting immediately preceded by If a competitor fails to finish a program
steps and/or by other comparable connecting steps and/or by other within the allowed time, there will be a
Free Skating movements; comparable Free Skating 1.0 point deduction for every five (5)
c) One jump combination consisting of movements; seconds in excess.
two double jumps or one double and c) One jump combination consisting of a
one triple jump or two triple jumps; double and a triple jump or two
d) Flying sit spin; triple jumps;
e) Layback or sideways leaning spin; d) Flying sit spin;
f) Spin combination with all the 3 basic e) Camel spin with only one change of
positions (sit, camel, upright or any foot;
variation thereof) & with only one f) Spin combination with all the 3 basic
change of foot; positions (sit, camel, upright or any
g) Step sequence (straight line, circular or variation thereof) & with only one
serpentine). change of foot;
g) Step sequence (straight line, circular
or serpentine).
FREE SKATING PROGRAM Ladies: Ladies: 3 min 30 sec plus or minus 10
(ISU Rule 520) Max (7) jump elements, (1) of sec
which must be an Axel type jump; Men: 4 min plus or minus 10 sec
A well-balanced program consisting of max of 3 jump combinations or (ISU Rule 501)
free skating elements, such as jumps, sequences, (1) jump combination
spins, steps and other linking movements may contain (3) jumps; no triple or If a competitor fails to finish a program
executed with a minimum of two-footed quad jump may be included more within the allowed range of time, there
skating in harmony with music of the than twice, if a triple or quad is will be a 1.0 point deduction for up to
competitor’s choice, except that vocal repeated it must be in combination every five (5) seconds lacking or in
music with lyrics is not permitted. or sequence. excess.
Max (3) spins, (1) of which must be
a spin combination, (1) a flying
spin and (1) a spin in only one
position, (change foot optional)
Max (1) step sequence
Men:
Max (8) jump elements, (1) of
which must be an Axel type jump;
max of 3 jump combinations or
sequences, (1) jump combination
may be (3) jumps; no triple or quad
jump may be included more than
twice, if a triple or quad jump is
repeated it must be in combination
or sequence,.
Max (3) spins, (1) of which must be
a spin combination, (1) a flying
spin and (1) a spin in only one
position (change of foot optional);
Max (1) step sequence.
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SENIOR SINGLES (Ladies and Men)
ELIGIBILITY
Participation in a Senior Singles Championship shall be open to a member of a State association who has, at the
closing of entries, passed the Senior Level Test or its equivalent.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS PROGRAM
DURATION
SHORT PROGRAM SHORT PROGRAM
Maximum Duration: 2
Ladies Men (ISU Rule 310)
min 50 sec (ISU Rule
a) Double or triple Axel Paulsen. a) Double or triple Axel Paulsen. 501)
b) One triple jump immediately preceded by b) One triple jump or quadruple jump
connecting steps and/or other comparable immediately preceded by connecting If a competitor fails to
free skating movements. steps and/or other comparable free finish a program within
c) One jump combination consisting of a skating movements. the allowed time, there
double jump and a triple jump or two c) One jump combination consisting of will be a 1.0 point
triple jumps. a double jump and a triple jump or deduction for every five
d) Flying spin two triple jumps or a quadruple jump (5) seconds in excess.
e) Layback or sideways leaning spin and a double jump or a triple jump
f) Spin combination with one change of foot d) Flying spin
and at least two changes of position (sit, e) Camel spin or sit spin with only one
camel, upright or any variation thereof) change of foot
g) Step sequence (straight line, circular or f) Spin combination with one change of
serpentine), fully utilising the ice surface. foot and at least two changes of
position (sit, camel, upright or any
variation thereof)
g)step sequence (straight line, circular or
serpentine), fully utilising the ice surface.
FREE SKATING PROGRAM (ISU Rule 520) Ladies: Ladies: 4 min plus or
Max (7) jump elements, (1) of which minus 10 sec
A well-balanced program consisting of free must be an Axel type jump; max of 3 Men: 4 min 30 sec
skating elements, such as jumps, spins, steps jump combinations or sequences, (1) plus or minus 10 sec
and other linking movements executed with a jump combination may contain (3) (ISU Rule 501)
minimum of two-footed skating in harmony jumps; no triple or quad jump may be
with music of the competitor’s choice, except included more than twice, if a triple If a competitor fails to
that vocal music with lyrics is not permitted. or quad is repeated it must be in finish a program within
combination or sequence the allowed range of
Max (3) spins, (1) of which must be a time, there will be a 1.0
spin combination, (1) a flying spin point deduction for up
and (1) a spin in only one position; to every five (5)
Max (1) step sequence seconds lacking or in
Max of (1) spiral sequence. excess.
Men:
Max (8) jump elements, (1) of which
must be an Axel type jump; max of 3
jump combinations or sequences, (1)
jump combination may contain (3)
jumps; no triple or quad jump may be
included more than twice, if a triple
or quad is repeated it must be in
combination or sequence.
Max (3) spins, (1) of which must be a
spin combination, (1) a flying spin
and (1) a spin in only (1) position;
Max (2) step sequences of a different
nature.
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