Short Program Clarifications (2009)
Notes for Senior SP (Men)
- Jumps: when a quad jump is executed in the
combo, a quad jump CANNOT also be executed as the solo jump
(#3641b1)
- Jumps: when a triple Axel is executed to
fulfill the (double or triple Axel) requirement, it cannot be
repeated as the solo jump or in the jump combination
(#3641b1)
- Jump Combo: may consist of the same or
different double, triple, or quad jump; but included jumps must
be different than solo jump (#3641b2)
- Spins: except for the (flying spin), spins
cannot be commenced with a jump (#3641b3)
- Spin Windup: the concluding upright position
at the end of the spin is not considered to be another position
and the revolutions in it are not counted in the required number
of revolutions. The Biellmann position will only count as a feature that can increase the level in one spin in the SP (#3641b3)
- Flying Spin: the required revolutions (8)
are required IN THE LANDING POSITION, which may be different than
the flying position; no previous rotation on the ice before
takeoff. After the required number of revolutions, the
skater may conclude the spin with a variation of the landing
position (#3641b3a)
- Spin Combo: any spin combination must
include all three basic positions or their variations
(#3641b3c)
- Spin Combo: the minimum number of
revolutions in a required position is 2; if 2 revolutions are not
attained, the position is not counted (#3641b3c)
- Spin Combo: a spin combo which has (fewer
than 2 revolutions) in ALL executed positions is considered as
"not according to requirements" and receives no level (and no
value) (#3641b3c)
- Spin Combo: a spin combo with only 1
position having (2 or more revs) and in all other positions
having (less than 2 revs) receives a level 1 and judges will also
reduce GOE (#3641b3c)
- Step Sequence: may include small jump-like
movements with not more than one-half revolution. Short stops in
accordance with the music are permitted. Rule #3616d has
discussion of patterns. (#3641b4)
- Same as for Senior Men, except as noted below
- Jumps: quadruple jumps are not permitted
(#3642b1)
- Jumps: the double Axel cannot be repeated as
the solo jump or in the jump combination (#3642b1)
- Jump Combo: may consist of the same or
different double or triple jump; but included jumps must be
different than solo jump (#3642b2)
- Spins: for the (Layback or Sideways Leaning)
spin, any position is permitted as long as the basic position is
maintained for at least 8 revs without rising to an upright
position. A Biellmann position may be executed (at the
skater's option) only after having completed the required 8 revs
in layback or sideways leaning position (#3642b3)
- Spiral Step Sequence: must contain at least
3 spiral positions and at least 1 change of foot. At least one spiral position must be without the assistance of the hand or arm (#3642b4)
Notes for Junior SP (Men)
- Jumps: the double Axel may not be repeated
as the solo jump, or in the combo (#3651c1)
- Jump Combo: may consist of the same or
different double or triple jump; but included jumps must be
different than solo jumps (#3651c2)
- Spins: except for the (flying spin), spins
cannot be commenced with a jump (#3651c3)
- Spin Windup: the concluding upright position
at the end of the spin is not considered to be another position
and the revolutions in it are not counted in the required number
of revolutions (#3651c3)
- Spin Combo: the minimum number of
revolutions in a required position is 2; if 2 revolutions are not
attained, the position is not counted (#3651c3) and
(#3651c3c)
- Spin Falls: if the skater falls when
entering a spin, a simple spin or spinning movement is allowed
immediately after the fall (for purposes of filling time) and
this spin / movement is not counted as a spin element
(#3651c3)
- Flying Spin: only the prescribed flying spin
or its variation is permitted, and this position must be attained
in the air. A Death Drop is not considered a sit position
in the air and does not fulfill the requirement for a flying
spin (#3651c3)
- Flying Spin: changing feet on landing is
permitted for flying spin (#3651c3)
- Flying Spin: the required revolutions (8)
are required IN THE LANDING POSITION, which may be different than
the flying position; no previous rotation on the ice before
takeoff. After the required number of revolutions, the
skater may conclude the spin with a variation of the landing
position (#3651c3)
- Spin Combo: any spin combination must
include all three basic positions or their variations
(#3651c3)
- Spin Combo: the change of foot may be executed in the form of
a step-over or a jump. The change of foot and change of
position may be either at the same time or separately
(#3651c3)
- Spin Combo: a spin combo which has (fewer
than 2 revolutions) in ALL executed positions is considered as
"not according to requirements" and receives no level (and no
value) (#3651c3)
- Step Sequence: may include small jump-like
movements with not more than one-half revolution. Short stops in
accordance with the music are permitted. Rule #3616d has
discussion of patterns. (#3651c4)
- Same as for Junior Men, except as noted below
- Spins: for the (Layback or Sideways Leaning)
spin, any position is permitted as long as the basic position is
maintained for at least 8 revs without rising to an upright
position. A Biellmann position may be executed (at the
skater's option) only after having completed the required 8 revs
in layback or sideways leaning position (#3685c1)
- Spiral Step Sequence: must contain at least
3 spiral positions and at least 1 change of foot. At least one spiral must be without assistance of the hand or arm (#3685c2)
Notes for Novice SP (Men)
Notes for Novice SP (Ladies)
- Spiral Step Sequence: must include at least
2 spiral positions with at least one change of foot so that spirals on both feet are executed in the sequence (#3662b)
Notes for Intermediate SP
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