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As of the date of publication, rules cited in this guide are based on Skate Canada and ISU Rules. Always refer to Rules as listed on the Skate Canada Info Centre, and the ISU Special Regulations and Technical Rules Singles & Pair Skating and Ice Dance for complete and authoritative rules in effect at any point in time.
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2018-2019 SKATE CANADA ICE DANCE COMPETITIVE TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS GUIDE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
REVISED DESCRIPTION PAGE
July 20 Pattern Dances – General Information 2
July 20 Pattern Dance Draws 3
July 20 Pattern Dances - Novice Pattern Dance Key Points 4
July 20 Rhythm Dance – General Information 5
July 31 Rhythm Dance – Required Elements 6
July 20 Free Dance – General Information 7
July 20 Free Dance – Required Elements Pre-Juvenile to Novice 8
July 20 Free Dance – Required Elements Junior/Senior 9
July 31 Marking 10
July 20 Rhythm Dance and Free Dance – Additional Information 10-11
July 20 Links to ISU and Skate Canada documents 12
July 31 Pattern Dance Diagrams 13
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General Information for Pattern Dances
First sequence must be executed on the same side as the judges’ stand
If not, referee will stop the couple and instruct them to restart on the correct side
No deduction
Introductory steps Pre-Juvenile/Juvenile: maximum 7 Pre-Novice/Novice: not to exceed the introductory phrasing of the music
Final pose time violation Must reach final movement/pose within 20 seconds after completion of the last step of the Pattern Dance
Referee will deduct for up to every five seconds in excess of 20 seconds after the last prescribed step to the ending movement/pose
Music Pre-Juvenile/ Juvenile Skate Canada Series 8 Pre-Novice/Novice ISU Pattern Dance Music (Strausser-Tauber version) 5 pieces played in numerical order
Warm-up: 3 minutes 30 sec. without music followed by 2:30 with music Maximum 6 couples
Pre-Juvenile/Juvenile: 2:30 min. of music will be the tune to be skated in the competition
Pre-Novice/Novice: 2:30 min. of music will be the last (6th) tune of ISU Pattern Dance music
Interruptions/Falls Resumed at the nearest technically practical point which must be after the point of interruption
If less than 50% of the section/sequence is completed due to a fall or interruption the section/sequence will have no value
Calling Process without Key Points Technical Controller (TC) identifies Sequences/Sections of the Pattern Dance as Level Base when 50% of the Sequence/Section is completed by both partners; Level 1 when 75% of the Sequence/Section is completed by both partners
TC also identifies and calls falls. If a TC is not available at non-qualifying events, the referee may perform this function
Calling Process with Key Points Technical Panel determines the Level of every Section/Sequence. At Novice level, all 4 Key Points are called (Y,N,T) but capped at maximum of Level 3 even if all 4 Key Points are achieved
ISU Pattern Dance Videos Skate Canada Skating Development Video Library
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Pattern Dance Draws 3-minute warm-up Summer Fall/ Sectionals Challenge Canadians
All pattern dances will be skated in the order listed and must be performed with the first sequence executed on the same side as the judges’ stand
Pre-Juvenile
Pattern Dance 1 Fiesta Tango: 3 GOEs 3 Sequences 3 Sections
Fiesta Tango: 3 GOEs 3 Sequences 3 Sections
N/A N/A
Pattern Dance 2 Willow Waltz: 2 GOEs 2 Sequences 2 Sections
Willow Waltz: 2 GOEs 2 Sequences 2 Sections
N/A N/A
Juvenile U16
Pattern Dance 1 Ten Fox: 3 GOEs 3 Sequences 3 Sections
Ten Fox: 3 GOEs 3 Sequences 3 Sections
N/A N/A
Pattern Dance 2 European Waltz: 2 GOEs 2 Sequences 2 Sections
European Waltz: 2 GOEs 2 Sequences 2 Sections
N/A N/A
Pre-Novice U18
Pattern Dance 1 Tango: 2 GOEs 2 Sequences 2 Sections
Starlight Waltz: 4 GOEs 2 Sequences 4 Sections Steps 1-17 & 18-32
Starlight Waltz: 4 GOEs 2 Sequences 4 Sections Steps 1-17 & 18-32
N/A
Pattern Dance 2 Blues: 3 GOEs 3 Sequences 3 Sections
Blues: 3 GOEs 3 Sequences 3 Sections
Blues: 3 GOEs 3 Sequences 3 Sections
N/A
Novice Women U19 Men U21 Key points called to maximum Level 3
Pattern Dance 1 Starlight Waltz: 4 GOEs 2 Sequences 4 Sections Steps 1-17 & 18-32
Starlight Waltz: 4 GOEs 2 Sequences 4 Sections Steps 1-17 & 18-32
Starlight Waltz: 4 GOEs 2 Sequences 4 Sections Steps 1-17 & 18-32
Starlight Waltz: 4 GOEs 2 Sequences 4 Sections Steps 1-17 & 18-32
Pattern Dance 2 Argentine Tango: 4 GOEs 2 Sequences 4 Sections Steps 1-18 & 19-31
Argentine Tango: 4 GOEs 2 Sequences 4 Sections Steps 1-18 & 19-31
Argentine Tango: 4 GOEs 2 Sequences 4 Sections Steps 1-18 & 19-31
Argentine Tango: 4 GOEs 2 Sequences 4 Sections Steps 1-18 & 19-31
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Key Points for Novice Pattern Dances
Starlight Waltz (adapted from ISU Communication 1932)
Pattern Dance Element (1SW)
Key Point 1 Lady Steps 9 to 10 (RBOI, LBO-SwR)
Key Point 2 Man Steps 9 to 10 (LFOI, RFO-SwR)
Key Point 3 Lady Steps 16 to 17 (LFO ClMo, RBO)
Key Point 4 Man Steps 16 to 17 (RBO, LBI-Pr, RBO)
Key Point Features 1. Correct edges 2. Correct change of edge (#9)
1. Correct edges 2. Correct change of edge (#9)
1. Correct edges 2. ClMo - correct turn 3. ClMo - correct placement of the
free foot
1. Correct edges
Pattern Dance Element (2SW)
Key Point 1 Lady Steps 21 & 22 (LFI, OpMo, RBI)
Key Point 2 Man Steps 27 to 28 (CR-RFO, CR-LFO3)
Key Point 3 Lady Steps 31 (CR-RFO-SwR)
Key Point 4 Man Steps 31 (CR-RFO-SwR)
Key Point Features 1. Correct edges 2. Correct turn 3. Correct placement of the free
foot
1. Correct edges 2. Correct turn
1. Correct edge 2. Correct swing movement of free leg
1. Correct edge 2. Correct swing movement
of free leg.
A change of edge within the last 1/2 beat of the step is permitted to prepare the push/transition to the next step
Argentine Tango (as per ISU Communication 2148)
Section 1: (1AT) Steps 1-18
Key Point 1 Lady Steps 7-10 (LFO, XF-RFO, XB-LFIO, XB-RFIO)
Key Point 2 Man Steps 7-10 (LFO, XF-RFO, XB-LFIO, XB-RFI-Ctr)
Key Point 3 Lady Steps 13-15 (CR-RFO3, LBO, RFO)
Key Point 4 Man Steps 13-15 (CR-LBO, RFO3, LBO)
Key Point Features 1. Correct edges 2. Correct change of edge
1. Correct edges 2. Correct change of edge 3. Correct turn (#10)
1. Correct edges 2. Correct turn
1. Correct edges 2. Correct turn
Section 2: (2AT) Steps 19-31
Key Point 1 Lady Steps 23-24 (LFO Sw-Tw1 (between counts 4&1), RFO)
Key Point 2 Man Steps 23-24 (LFO Sw-OpCho, RBI (between counts 4&1), LBO
Key Point 3 Lady Steps 27-31 (CR-LBO, CR-RBO, CR-LBO, CR-RBO, CR-LBO-SwR/RFI (between counts 4&1))
Key Point 4 4 Man Steps 27-31 (CR-RFO, CR-LFO, CR-RFO, CR-LFO CR-RFO-SwR)
Key Point Features 1. Correct edges 2. Correct turn (#23) *
1. Correct edges 2. Correct turn (#23)
1. Correct edges
1. Correct edges
The first step of the dance begins on beat one of a musical phrase *Step #23 is a left outside edge ending in a forward clockwise “twizzle-like motion” Tw1. Lady’s body turns one full continuous rotation, the skating foot does NOT technically execute a full turn, followed by a step forward A change of edge within the last 1/2 beat of the step is permitted to prepare the push/transition to the next step. (Example: Lady Steps 14-15 (LBO, RFO)
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General Information for Rhythm Dance Specifications/Requirements Violations
Duration
Junior/Senior 2 minutes 50 seconds (+/- 10 seconds) Program time: Referee deduction: -1.0 up to every 5 sec lacking or excess
Music Tango or Tango plus one additional rhythm
-may be vocal and must be suitable for Ice Dance as a discipline -must be selected in accordance with the designated rhythm(s) and/or theme(s), and with the specified tempo when applicable -must have audible rhythmic beat -may be without audible beat for up to 10 seconds only at the beginning of the program
Music Requirements: Referee + Judges Deduction: -2.0 per program
Pattern
-pattern must proceed in a generally constant direction; must cross the long axis of the ice surface once at each end of the rink within no more than 30 metres (short axis) of the barrier -couple may also cross the long axis once at the entry and/or exit to the Step Sequence and/or once at the entry to the Pattern Dance Element -while performing the required step sequence, the couple may cross the long axis -loops are permitted provided they do not cross the long axis
Choreography Restrictions: Applied to violations outside of elements Note: crossing the long axis in a Pattern Dance or Pattern Dance Element in the Rhythm Dance is reflected in the GOE and judges will not apply the choreography restriction deduction Also, for 2018-2019, crossing long axis during steps #3,4,5 & steps #10,11,12 in the Tango Romantica is not considered as a Pattern Violation Referee + Judges Deduction: -1.0 per program
Stops
-after the clock has started with the first movement, couple must not remain in one place for more than 10 seconds at the beginning and/or end of the program -during program: 2 full stops of up to 5 seconds or 1 full stop of up to 10 seconds is permitted -a dance spin or chorographic spinning movement that does not travel will be considered as a stop
Separations
-partners must not separate except to change hold or to perform required elements requiring a separation - distance allowed is maximum 2 arm lengths apart during such separations -change of hold and turns as transitional elements must not exceed one measure of music - separations at the beginning and/or end of the program may be up to 10 seconds in duration, and the distance between partners is unrestricted
Touching ice with hand(s) -not permitted
Costume and prop
-must be modest, dignified and not give the effect of excessive nudity (majority of upper body must be covered) -must be appropriate for athletic competition – not garish or theatrical in design -yet may reflect the character of the chosen music -men must wear full length trousers; women must wear a skirt which goes around the entire waist (there may be slits on the side(s) up to the waist) -accessories & props are not permitted; no part of the costume may be used as any support in a lift
Costume and Prop Referee + Judges Deduction: -1.0 per program
Illegal Elements/Movements
See list on page 10 Technical Panel -2.0 per violation
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Rhythm Dance Required Elements Elements Junior Rhythm Dance Senior Rhythm Dance
Pattern Dance Elements (PDE) See Novice Dance Key Points for Argentine Tango Tango Romantica Key Points – see page 28 ISU Communication 2188
2 Sections of Argentine Tango to be skated one after the other Section 1 steps 1-18 (1AT) Section 2 steps 19-31 (2AT)
Option 1: Section 1 followed by Section 2 with step #1 skated on judge’s left side Option 2: Section 2 followed by Section 1 with step #19 skated on judge’s right side Timing: -the PDE must be skated to the Tango rhythm in the style of the chosen rhythm, with the range of tempo: 24 measures of 4 beats per minute +/- 2 beats per minute (94-98 beats bpm) -the tempo of the music throughout the PDE must be constant -it must be skated in strict time with the music -the first step of the dance begins on beat 1 of a musical phrase
2 Sections of Tango Romantica to be skated one after the other
Section 1 steps 1-27 (1TR)
Section 2 steps 28-49 (2TR)
Section 1 followed by Section 2 with step #1 skated on judge’s left side
Timing: -the PDE must be skated to the Tango rhythm in the style of the chosen rhythm, with the range of tempo: 28 measures of 4 beats per minute +/- 2 beats per minute (110-114 bpm) the tempo of the music throughout the PDE must be constant -it must be skated in strict time with the music -the first step of the dance begins on the fourth beat of the measure and the ‘helicopter’ starts on beat 1 of a musical phrase
Dance Lift Maximum 1 Short Lift – maximum 7 seconds
Step Sequence Judges will reduce the GOE for Not Permitted Elements in the StSq
1 Step Sequence in Hold or Not Touching or Combination of both (Style B) chosen from the following types of patterns: Midline, Diagonal, Circular
Specifications to Style B Rhythm Dance 2018-2019 season: -1 stop permitted up to 5 seconds -1 pattern retrogression up to 2 measures of music is permitted and may start from the permitted Stop -loops NOT permitted -the hold requirement is not considered for Level Note: dance spins and pirouettes are stops
Sequential Twizzles 1 Combination Set of Sequential Twizzles (evaluated as one unit with a Level given for each partner) at least 2 twizzles for each partner up to 1 step between twizzles may be skated anywhere in the program except in the required Step Sequence
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General Information for Free Dance Specifications/Restrictions Violations
Duration Pre-Juvenile/Juvenile 2 minutes (+/- 10 seconds) Program time: Referee deduction: -1.0 up to every 5 seconds lacking or in excess
Pre-Novice 2 minutes 30 seconds (+/- 10 seconds)
Novice 3 minutes (+/- 10 seconds)
Junior 3 minutes 30 seconds (+/- 10 seconds)
Senior 4 minutes (+/- 10 seconds)
Music -may be vocal and must be suitable for ice dance as a sport discipline -must have an audible rhythmic beat and melody, or audible rhythmic beat alone, but not melody alone -may be without an audible rhythmic beat for up to 10 seconds at beginning or end of the program, and up to 10 seconds during the program -must have at least one obvious change of tempo/rhythm and expression; this change may be gradual or immediate but in either case it must be obvious -all music, including classical music, must be cut/edited, orchestrated or arrange in a way that it creates an interesting, colourful, entertaining dance program with different dance moods or a building effect -must be suitable for the couple’s skating ability
Music Requirements: Referee + Judges Deduction: -2.0 per program Tempo Violation: Referee Deduction: -1.0
Stops -after the clock is started with the first movement, couple must not remain in one place for more than 10 seconds -during the program, unlimited full stops of up to five seconds are allowed
Choreography restrictions: Applied to violations outside of elements Referee + Judges Deduction: -1.0 per program
Separations -number of separations to execute transitional footwork or moves is unrestricted - distance allowed is maximum 2 arm lengths apart during separations -duration of each separation can be no more than 5 seconds (outside of required elements) - separations at the beginning and/or end of the program may be up to 10 seconds in duration, and the distance between partners is unrestricted
Touching ice with hand(s) -not permitted (except during Choreographic Sliding Movement – Junior/Senior)
Costume and Prop -must be modest, dignified and not give the effect of excessive nudity (majority of upper body must be covered) -must be appropriate for athletic competition – not garish or theatrical in design -yet may reflect the character of the chosen music -men must wear full length trousers; women must wear a skirt which goes around the entire waist (there may be slits on the side(s) up to the waist) -accessories & props are not permitted; no part of the costume may be used as any support in a lift
Costume and Prop Referee + Judges Deduction: -1.0 per program
Illegal Elements/Movements
See list on page 10 Technical Panel -2.0 per violation
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Free Dance Required Elements: Pre-Juvenile, Juvenile, Pre-Novice, Novice Pre-Juvenile Juvenile Pre-Novice Novice
Lifts Maximum 1 Short Lift Called to maximum Level 2 Maximum 7 seconds Choice of straight line, curve or stationary lift
Maximum 1 Short Lift Maximum 7 seconds Choice of straight line, curve or stationary lift
Maximum 2 Short Lifts Maximum 7 seconds each Choice of straight line, curve, stationary or rotational lift
Maximum 2 Choice of 2 different short lifts maximum 7 seconds each
OR 1 combination lift maximum 12 seconds The 2 lifts forming the combination lift must be of a different type
Dance Spins Maximum 1 Called to maximum Level 2 Simple or combination type
Maximum 1 Called to Maximum Level 2 Simple or combination type
Maximum 1 Simple or combination type
Step Sequences Other required elements may not be performed in the StSq Judges will reduce the GOE for Not Permitted Elements in the StSq
Maximum 1 Style B Performed in hold Called to maximum Level 2
Maximum 1 Style B Performed in hold
Maximum 1 Style B Performed in hold
Maximum 2 performed in any order 1 Style A performed in hold 1 Style B not touching step sequence (hold requirement not considered for Level)
See ISU Communication 2086 for Characteristics of Levels Style A Specifications to Style A: Stops not permitted (dance spins and pirouettes are stops) Pattern retrogressions not permitted Loops not permitted Separations not permitted Specifications to Style B 1 retrogression not exceeding 2 measures of music is permitted Separations permitted- no more than 2 arm lengths apart; not exceeding 5 seconds Loops not permitted; however, a narrow loop is an acceptable shape in the retrogression Hand-in-hand hold not permitted with fully extended arms Stops not permitted (dance spins and pirouettes are stops)
Synchronized Twizzles
Maximum 1 set of Combination Synchronized Twizzles (evaluated as one unit with a Level given for each partner) -at least two twizzles for each partner with up to three steps between twizzles; Pre-Juvenile called to maximum Level 2 -partners may be in hold during connecting steps
Choreographic Elements
N/A
Maximum 1 Choice of Choreographic Lift, Choreographic Twizzling Movement performed after the required lifts & twizzles; or Choreographic Spinning Movement performed anywhere in the program
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Free Dance Required Elements: Junior, Senior Junior Senior
Lifts Maximum 2 Choice of 2 different Short Lifts maximum 7 seconds each
OR 1 Combination Lift maximum 12 seconds The 2 lifts forming the Combination Lift must be of a different type
Maximum 3 Choice of 3 different Short Lifts maximum 7 seconds each
OR 1 Short Lift and 1 Combination Lift (maximum 12 seconds) The type of Short Lift must be different from the type(s) of Short Lift(s) forming the Combination Lift)
Dance Spins Maximum 1 Spin or Combination Spin
Step Sequences Other required elements may not be performed in the StSq Judges will reduce the GOE for Not Permitted Elements in the StSq
Maximum 2 1 Step Sequence in hold Style B: midline, diagonal, circular or serpentine -to be skated in dance holds or variations thereof except hand-in-hand hold in sustained position with fully extended arms 1 Combination One-Foot Step Sequence: turns performed simultaneously on one foot by each partner not touching (evaluated as one unit with a Level given for each partner) Specifications to Style B: 1 retrogression not exceeding 2 measures of music is permitted Separations permitted- no more than 2 arm lengths apart and must not exceed 5 seconds Loops not permitted; however, a narrow loop is an acceptable shape in the retrogression Hand-in-hand hold not permitted with fully extended arms Stops not permitted (dance spins and pirouettes are stops)
Synchronized Twizzles Maximum 1 set of Combination Synchronized Twizzles (evaluated as one unit with a Level given for each partner) -at least two twizzles for each partner, with up to three steps between twizzles -partners may be in hold during connecting steps
Choreographic Elements 2 different Choreographic Elements chosen from: Choreographic Lift Choreographic Spinning Movement Choreographic Twizzling Movement Choreographic Sliding Movement Choreographic Character Step Sequence
3 different Choreographic Elements 1 of which must be a Choreographic Character Step Sequence 2 additional chosen from: Choreographic Lift Choreographic Spinning Movement Choreographic Twizzling Movement Choreographic Sliding Movement
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Marking Pattern Dance: Judges mark the quality of execution of each Section/Sequence of the Pattern Dance using the new Grade of Execution scale +5 to -5. The number of Sequences and/or Sections determines the number of GOEs for the given dance. Four Program Components are assessed. Rhythm Dance and Free Dance: Judges mark the quality of execution of each element using the new Grade of Execution scale +5 to -5. Five Program Components are assessed Evaluating the GOE of Combination Sets of Twizzles and the Combination One Foot Step Sequence: Judges will evaluate these elements as a unit and must base their GOE on the quality of execution of BOTH partners. See page 12 for links to GOE marking guides for Pattern Dances and Required Elements. These are also published in ISU Communication 2188 along with the Program Component marking guides. The Referee and Judges also apply deductions for certain violations.
Additional information pertaining to Rhythm Dance and Free Dance Pattern of Step Sequences The pattern of the step sequence must maintain the integrity or basic shape of the chosen pattern. Some deviations in the chosen pattern are expected in order to complete the required turns. However, if the chosen pattern is clearly not recognizable, there will be a required reduction by the Judges for incorrect pattern Illegal Elements –Technical Panel identifies and deducts accordingly Jumps of more than one revolution or jumps of one revolution skated at the same time by both partners Lying on the ice Illegal Lift Movement/Pose: The following movements and/or poses during the lift are illegal, however a brief movement through poses will be permitted if it is not established (sustained) or if it is used only to change pose:
• sitting on the partner’s head
• standing on the partner’s shoulder
• lifted partner in upside down split pose (with sustained angle between the thighs more than 45 degrees)
• lifting partner swinging the lifted partner around by holding the skate(s)/boot(s) or leg(s) only with fully extended arm(s) or without the assistance of hand(s)/arm(s)
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• point of contact of the lifting hand(s)/arm(s) of the lifting partner with any part of the body of the lifted partner is sustained with the fully extended arms higher than the lifting partner’s head (the supporting arm must be sustained and fully extended above the head)
Definition of Choreographic Elements Choreographic Lift: Dance Lift of minimum 3 seconds and maximum (10) seconds, performed after all the other required Dance Lifts
Choreographic Spinning Movement: spinning movement performed anywhere in the program, during which both partners perform at least 2 continuous rotations in any hold. The following requirements apply: - on one foot or two feet or one partner being elevated for less than 2 rotations, or a combination of the three -on a common axis which may be moving Choreographic Twizzling Movement: twizzling movement performed after the required Set of Twizzles, composed of 2 parts. The following requirements apply: - for both parts: on one foot or two feet or a combination of both - for the first part: at least 2 continuous rotations performed simultaneously and both partners must travel (cannot be on the spot) - for the second part: at least one of the partners has to perform at least 2 continuous rotations and one or both partners can be on the spot or traveling or a combination of both Choreographic Sliding Movement: performed anywhere in the program, during which both partners perform controlled sliding movements on the ice. The following requirements apply: - Continuous controlled sliding movement by both partners at the same time on any part of the body - May be in hold or not touching, may also rotate - Controlled sliding on 2 knees or any part of the body will not be considered as a Fall/Illegal Element by the Technical Panel during this element - Sliding Movement cannot finish as a stop on 2 knees or sitting/lying on the ice, otherwise it will be identified as a Fall/Illegal Element and will be called accordingly Choreographic Character Step Sequence The following requirements apply: - Performed anywhere in the program - Must be placed around the Short Axis and proceed from barrier to barrier - May be in hold or not touching
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Links to ISU and Skate Canada documents ISU Rules:
• ISU Special Regulations & Technical Rules Singles & Pair
Skating and Ice Dance 2018 (link will be included once
available)
ISU Communications and Technical Resources
• 2018-2019 ISU Handbook for Technical Panels
• 2018-2019 ISU Handbook for Referees and Judges (same link
as above once available)
• ISU Communication 2179
• ISU Communication 2167
• ISU Communication 2188
• ISU Communication 2148
• GOE Marking Guides and Program Component Coloured Chart
• ISU Additional Q&As
Skate Canada Rules:
• Competitive Competition Program Requirements Rule
o Defines well-balanced program requirements by
category
• Competitions Rule
o Defines aspects related to control and conduct of
Skate Canada Competitions
• Scoring of Skate Canada Competitions Rule
o Defines all aspects of CPC scoring of Skate Canada
competitions
Skate Canada Technical Resources: • Skate Canada Ice Dance Quick Reference Guide
o Contains concise summaries of technical requirements
for all competitive Ice Dance categories.
• Skate Canada Scale of Values
o Defines values assigned to elements specific to Skate
Canada competitions, as well as links to ISU Scales of
Values for all other elements.
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Music: Tango 4/4 Tempo: 27 measures of four beats; 8 measures per sequence
3 Sequences/3 GOEs Section Steps # of steps 10% 25% 50% 75% 90%
TF1Sq, TF2Sq 1 Section 1-16 16 2 4 8 12 14
Fiesta Tango
Set Pattern Dance
Set
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Music: Waltz 3/4 Tempo: 46 measures of three beats; 18 measures per sequence
2 Sequences/2 GOEs Section Steps # of steps 10% 25% 50% 75% 90%
WiW1Sq, WiW2Sq, WiW3Sq 1 Section 1-22 22 2 6 11 17 20
Willow Waltz
Set Pattern Dance
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Music: Foxtrot 4/4 Tempo: 25 measures of four beats; 8 measures per sequence
3 Sequences/3 GOEs Section Steps # of steps 10% 25% 50% 75% 90%
TFX1Sq, TFXl2Sq, TFX3Sq 1 Section 1-19 19 2 5 10 14 17
10-Fox
Set Pattern
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Music: Waltz 3/4 Tempo: 45 measures of three beats; 18 measures per sequence
2 Sequences/2 GOEs Section Steps # of steps 10% 25% 50% 75% 90%
EW1Sq, EW2Sq 1 Section 1-18 18 2 5 9 14 16
European Waltz
Set Pattern
Set Pattern
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Music: Tango 4/4 Tempo: 27 measures of four beats; 13 measures per sequence
2 Sequences/2 GOEs Section Steps # of steps 10% 25% 50% 75% 90%
TA1Sq, TA2Sq 1 Section 1-22 22 2 6 11 17 20
Tango
Optional Pattern
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Music: Blues 4/4 Tempo: 22 measures of four beats; 9 measures per sequence
3 Sequences/3 GOEs Section Steps # of steps 10% 25% 50% 75% 90%
Bl1Sq, Bl2Sq, Bl3Sq 1 Section 1-17 17 2 4 8 13 15
Blues
Optional Pattern
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Music: -Waltz 3/4 Tempo: 58 measures of three beats; 34 measures per sequence
2 Sequences/4 GOEs Section Steps # of steps 10% 25% 50% 75% 90%
SW1Sq1Se, SW1Sq2Se 1st Section 1-17 17 2 4 9 13 15
SW2Sq1Se, SW2Sq2Se 2nd Section 18-32 15 2 4 8 11 14
Starlight Waltz
Set Pattern
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2 Sequences/4 GOEs Section Steps # of steps 10% 25% 50% 75% 90%
SW1Sq1Se, SW1Sq2Se 1st Section 1-17 17 2 4 9 13 15
SW2Sq1Se, SW2Sq2Se 2nd Section 18-32 15 2 4 8 11 14
Starlight Waltz
Set Pattern
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Music: Tango 4/4 Tempo:24 measures of four beats; 14 measures per sequence
Novice 2 Sequences/4 GOEs Junior 1 Sequence/2 GOEs
Section Steps # of steps 10% 25% 50% 75% 90%
Novice: AT1Sq1Se, AT1Sq2Se Junior: 1AT
1st Section 1-18 18 2 5 9 14 16
Novice: AT2Sq1Se, AT2Sq2Se Junior: 2AT
2nd Section 19-31 13 1 3 6 10 12
Argentine Tango
Set Pattern
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Music: Tango 4/4 Tempo: 24 measures of four beats; 14 measures per sequence
Novice 2 Sequences/4 GOEs Junior 1 Sequence/2 GOEs
Section Steps # of steps 10% 25% 50% 75% 90%
Novice: AT1Sq1Se, AT1Sq2Se Junior: 1AT
1st Section 1-18 18 2 5 9 14 16
Novice: AT2Sq1Se, AT2Sq2Se Junior: 2AT
2nd Section 19-31 13 1 3 6 10 12
Argentine Tango
Set Pattern
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Tango Romantica
Optional Pattern
Music: Tango 4/4 Tempo: 28 measures of 4 beats per minute; 24 measures per sequence
1 Sequence/2 GOEs Section Steps # of steps 10% 25% 50% 75% 90%
1TR 1st Section 1-27 28 3 7 14 21 25
2TR 2nd Section 28-49 25 2 6 12 19 23
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Music: Tango 4/4 Tempo: 28 measures of 4 beats per minute; 24 measures per sequence
1 Sequence/2 GOEs Section Steps # of steps 10% 25% 50% 75% 90%
1TR 1st Section 1-27 28 3 7 14 21 25
2TR 2nd Section 28-49 25 2 6 12 19 23
Tango Romantica
Optional Pattern