BASIC ELEMENTS EVENT: SNOWPLOW SAM – BASIC 8

Additional Events
The following events will NOT be eligible for the Michigan Basic Skills Series
ARTISITIC SHOWCASE
� Theme of skater’s choice
� Music may contain words
� Judging will emphasize interpretation of music rather than technical skills
� Costumes that complement the music will be allowed
� Skaters may use hand props or those they can get on and off the ice without assistance
LEVEL ELEMENTS QUALIFICATIONS PROGRAM
LENGTH
Basic Skills Up to and including Basic 8 May have passed up to and
including Basic 8
1:00 Minute
Beginner 3 jump maximum, ½ rotation jumps, plus May not have passed any official 1:30 minutes
salchow and toe loop
USFS Free Skating Tests
Pre-Preliminary 3 jump maximum. No axels or double Must have passed no higher than 1:30 minutes
jumps
USFS Pre-Preliminary Free
Skate Test
Preliminary 3 jump maximum Axel only permitted. Must have passed no higher than 1:40 minutes
No double jumps.
USFS Preliminary Free Skate
Test
SPINS
No music on half-ice. Spins should be skated exactly as stated and in this order. Skaters will perform one spin at a time (no
excessive connecting steps). Skaters will be given one opportunity to perform each spin. Groups will be divided according to
Basic/Free Skate test level. Spins should be a minimum of three revolutions each.
LEVEL ELEMENTS QUALIFICATIONS
Basic Skills 1. Forward pivot - either foot
2. Two foot spin
3. Forward one foot spin
No higher than Basic 8
Beginner 1. Two foot spin
2. Forward one foot spin
3. Sit spin
Freeskate 1 - No Test
Pre-Preliminary 1. Forward scratch spin
Must have passed no higher than
2. Backward one foot spin
3. Camel spin
Pre-Preliminary Free Skate Test
Preliminary 1. Forward scratch spin
Must have passed no higher than
2. Backward one foot spin
3. Combination spin of choice -
minimum two changes of
position or foot
Preliminary Free Skate Test
8
Approval Code: SMM120616