US Open Inline Chicago 2010

Precision

 

Skill Levels


 Level  Age  Length # of Skaters
 Novice Age 12 & Up  4:00 +/- 10  8 to 16 plus 2 alternates
 Junior Age 15 & Younger  4:00 +/- 10  8 to 16 plus 2 alternates
 Senior Age 12 & Up  5:00 +/- 10

 12 to 24 plus 4 alternates

 

General Rules


  1. Program length: 5 min.  +/- 10 sec.
  2. Neither portable nor hand held props shall be used.
  3. The following limitations shall be enforced:
  4. No jumps exceeding one-half revolution
  5. No spins exceeding one-half revolution
  6. No lifts
  7. No highlighting of individual skaters
  8. Junior/Senior Stationary (stopping or standing) positions during the performance are not allowed.
  9. Vocal music is allowed.
  10. Teams may consist of ladies and men in any proportion.
  11. Skaters MAY NOT enter two precision team events
  12. See USARS rules for complete details
     

Required Elements


The following MUST be included in the program. Elements may be repeated without penalty.

  1. CIRCLE MANEUVER-The circle maneuver must consist of only one (1) circle revolving in either clockwise or counter clockwise direction, or may be a combination of both directions. A minimum of two (2) revolutions is required.
  2. ONE LINE MANEUVER-The single line MUST be along the short axis and move down the long axis.
  3. JUNIOR: STRAIGHT LINE FOOTWORK-The straight-line team footwork should be performed with a minimum of two (2) lines and a maximum of four (4) lines.
  4. SENIOR: BLOCK MANEUVER-The number of lines in the block must not exceed six (6) and MUST NOT be less than four (4). At least two different axes MUST be used.
  5. WHEEL MANEUVER-This MUST consist of a three (3) or more spoke pinwheels revolving in either a clockwise or counter clockwise direction. A MINIMUM of two (2) revolutions is required.
  6. INTERSECTING MANEUVER-Any type of intersection is permitted (slicing or pass through). In the maneuver each skater must pass through any intersecting point only once.
     

General Rules for Set Elements

  1. Set elements may be skated in any order
  2. A minimum of three (3) different handholds must be used
  3. All elements may incorporate forward or backward skating
  4. Footwork is permitted during any element
  5. Set elements may be repeated
  6. Additional elements may be used
  7. Compulsory Deductions
  8. Required elements not attempted-1.0 from the A Mark
  9. Minor Falls (quick) - 0.5 from the B Mark
  10. Major Falls (prolonged) - 1.0 from the B Mark
     

Costume Rules for Precision

 

  1. In all events (including official training days), the costumes for both men and women should be in character with the music. The design of the costume should not cause embarrassment to the skaters, judges or spectators. Transparent material for either sex is not permitted.
  2. Costumes which are very low-cut at the neck or which show bare midriffs are not suitable for precision teams.
  3. Beads or stone trimmings are not recommended. Any trim used on costumes must be securely fastened so that they do not dislodge during competition and cause obstruction to the competing teams.
  4. Women's costumes may consist of a leotard with skirt. This must be constructed so that it covers the tights, hips and posterior. French-cut leotards are strictly prohibited (i.e. leotards which are cut higher than the hip bone).
  5. Both men and women are permitted to wear long trousers. Ballet tights are not permitted.
  6. Men's costume must not be sleeveless. The neckline of the costume must not expose the chest more than three (3) inches below the collarbone.
  7. Props of any nature are not permitted during precision skating events, for example, hand props such as banners, canes or pom-poms.
  8. Head pieces must be kept to a minimum and must not be removed during the performance. Any ornamentation attached to clothing or head must be firmly attached so as it does not fall off while skating under normal competitive conditions.
  9. Deductions resulting from violations of the costume rules will range between 0.5 and 1.0, according to the degree of the violation. At the instruction of the Chief Referee, this deduction will be taken from the Artistic Impression Mark (�B� Mark) after the judges have assigned their scores.
     

CIPA System Precision Scoring

  1.  Two marks will be awarded,
  2. The first mark for Composition. The judges shall consider the following aspects:
    Originality of elements
    Difficulty of program
    Difficulty of connecting steps and their suitability to the music
    Variety of elements and formations, overall balance of choreography and utilization of the entire skating surface.
  3. The second mark for Presentation. The judges shall consider the following aspects:

Unison and synchronization of elements by team members
Ability of team members to sustain the same level of performance throughout the program
Carriage and style
Cleanness and sureness
Speed and flow, using strong edges
Smoothness of transitions, without hesitation
Interpretation of character and rhythm of music
Variety of music, correct selection in relation to skaters
Orderly entry and exit from floor
Neatness of appearance, including costumes
Harmonious composition of program and conformity to the music
Scoring -the CIPA System of scoring will be used to determine the placements of all teams for the Junior & Senior Divisions.
 
 

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