GENERAL RULES
1. Crystalline Classic (A Showcase Competition) will be held at The Redwood Empire Ice Arena, 1667 West Steele Lane, Santa Rosa, CA 95403, on March 24, 25, 26, 2000, sponsored by the Santa Rosa Figure Skating Club, and sanctioned by the USFSA.
2. This competition will be held in accordance with the 2000 USFSA Rulebook.
3. All skaters must be a member in good standing of the USFSA.
4. Skating will be judged primarily for entertainment value (artistic and theatrical qualities).
5. Siblings will be separated whenever possible.
6. All events may be divided or combined at the discretion of the competition committee, and/or the Chief Referee.
7. The minimum number of entries needed to hold an event is two, except Interpretive events, which require four. Entry fees will be refunded if an event is not held.
8. Schedules: Please do not call and ask for a competition schedule. Please enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope, and we will be happy to mail one to you. All participating clubs will receive a competition schedule.
9. Refund of Fees: Refund of entry fees will be made in accordance with CR33.05. If a skater withdraws prior to the closing date of February 18, 2000, fees will be refunded. Otherwise, refunds will be made only if the failure to participate is due to a death in the immediate family.
10. The Chief Referee's interpretation of the rules and decisions on all questions not covered by these rules shall be final.
11. All skaters 18 years of age and older must sign the Assumption of Risk form. All skaters under 18 years of age, must have a parent or legal guardian sign the Assumption of Risk form.
REGISTRATION
A Registration Desk will be located in the lobby of the ice arena. All competitors are required to register, turn in their music, and be ready to skate one hour before the scheduled time of their event.
PRACTICE ICE
All practice ice should be scheduled through Joanne Bartlett at the Redwood Empire Ice Arena, (707)546-7147. Joanne is available Monday-Friday, 9:00 through 3:00 p.m.
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BULLETIN BOARDS & NOTICES
An official Bulletin Board will be maintained. The most current schedule and skating order will be posted. This schedule supersedes all other schedules. Notices on this board are to be considered sufficient notice to all persons. A tentative schedule with entries by event and group will be sent to all participating clubs.
ARENA AND ICE SURFACE
The Redwood Empire Ice Arena is 185 x 85 feet with slightly rounded corners.
LOCKER ROOMS
The Santa Rosa Figure Skating Club locker room is for club members only. There will be a guest locker room for out of town competitors. Food is not permitted in any of the locker rooms.
WARM-UP
Warm up will be approximately two strips backstage. Double jumps or camel spins are not permitted on backstage ice. Novice and above will receive on ice warm up before their specific event.
MUSIC
All music must be a cassette. Tapes must be clearly marked with competitor's name and event. Tapes must be cued and ready to play when turned in. It is a good idea to have a back-up cassette in your possession. Tapes must be picked up at the registration desk after the completion of each event.
LIGHTS
Follow spots will be used. Skaters have the option of using house lights. It is the intention of the arena to use colored follow spots for all events, including pairs and groups, unless the backstage monitors are notified prior to the skater's event.
SAFETY RULES FOR PROPS & COSTUMES
1. For safety reasons the following props are not permitted, but are not limited to, live animals, balloons, candles, feather boas, feathers, fog, dry ice, power cords, all types of glass, and power driven items.
2. If props are used, they must be removed in one minute of program completion.
3. Live people props may walk on skates, but they must remain in their fixed position during the performance.
4. All props will be inspected by the safety committee, before they are allowed on the ice.
5. The use of any prop may be denied at the discretion of the Competition Committee, and/or Chief Referee.
6. Costumes must not restrict the movement of arms or legs which might endanger the skater.
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AWARDS
Awards will be presented to all competitors. Placement awards will be presented to First, Second, and Third. All other places will receive a participant award.Marcia Kresge Award:
This award will be presented to the Juvenile level or below skater who receives the highest placement in the recall event. The skater must be 12 years of age or younger. Previous winners are ineligible.
Crystalline Classic Award: This award will be presented to the recall skater with the highest placement in the Recall Event. All level skaters, pairs and similar pairs are eligible for this award. Groups, however, are not eligible for a recall award. Previous winners of this award may not compete again for the recall award in the same type of event. However, previous single winners may compete in pairs, or pairs may compete as singles.
RECALLS
In order to be recalled, a skater must place first in their event, or place immediately after a recalled skater. At no time will a skater be recalled if they have not placed first or second in their event. If a skater is recalled for more than one program, he/she must decide which program to skate. However, a skater may skate as a single and again as a pair..
GROUPS
A group may be recognized in the Recall Event for their achievement, however, they are not eligible for a recall award.
FLOWERS
There will be a flower booth located in the front lobby of the ice arena.
CONCESSIONS
Food, snacks and beverages are available at the Warm Puppy Coffee shop located in the Redwood Empire Ice Arena.
PHOTOGRAPHER
The official photographer of the Crystalline Classic is Robert Koch Studios.
VIDEO
The official video service contractor is R & J Video of Stockton, CA
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Sandra Wylie E-mail: [email protected]
Deanna Blevens E-mail: [email protected]
Andrea Ewing E-mail: [email protected]
Carol Wyckoff E-mail: [email protected]
Or Leave a Voice Mail message or request a FAX number
on the Santa Rosa Figure Skating Club phone (707) 546-7147 ext.867
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New For 2000
*NEW CATEGORY*: "THEMED" LIGHT ENTERTAINMENT
A new category, entitled "Themed" Light Entertainment, is being introduced for the new millennium. An entire professional set will be created for skaters to interact with and use. The skater still has the responsibilities for choosing the music, character portrayal (if desired) and of course the actual skating program itself. The competition committee has chosen a theme of "
Joe's Cool Cafe", a setting depicting a fifties malt shop or Rock n'Roll Cafe. Set pieces that will be usable will be: A Freestanding Bar/Soda Counter, Several Tables and Chairs, Two Cafe Booths, and a Full-Sized Upright Piano (prop). A five minute preview of the assembled set will be permitted for all skaters, prior to the running of this category.*NEW CATEGORY*: "THEMED" DRAMATIC
A second new category, entitled "Themed" Dramatic, is also being introduced for the new millennium. A complete professional set will be created for skaters to interact with and use. The competition committee has chosen a theme of "
A Night At The Opera", with a setting of a very elegant or stately opera house entry. The set will be created using a Switch-Back Staircase, Marble Pillars, Candelabrums, Marble Fountains and a Full-Sized Baby Grand Piano (prop). The arena will provide a limited amount of fog for skaters wishing to use it in this "Themed" category. Any operatic, symphonic, or dramatic music may be used. (You are not limited to the use of Operatic or "Phantom of the Opera" musical selections.) A five minute preview of the assembled set will be permitted for all the skaters, prior to the running of this category.**RETURN OF A FAVORITE OLD CATEGORY*: "COMEDY"
A category reserved just for comedic routines (singles, pairs and groups). Material must be tasteful, non-harmful to the ice and audience. Maximum time allotted is 2 minutes.
LIGHTS
The Redwood Empire Ice Arena has always had a very sophisticated lighting system. This year the arena will introduce the use of even more sophisticated equipment by introducing the use of ROBOTIC LIGHTS, VARIETY OF NEW SPECIALTY LIGHTS, AND CHASING SEQUENCE LIGHTING. The arena's lighting directors will use their expertise in selecting what combination of lighting instruments, colors and patterns are to be used for each skater's number. There are a variety of moving lights including: robotic, specialty instruments, strobes, chasing lights and mirror balls which can be disorienting for some skaters. SKATERS THAT DO NOT WANT MOVING LIGHTS OF ANY KIND OR WISH TO SKATE WITH HOUSE LIGHTS ONLY, MUST NOTIFY THE BACKSTAGE MONITORS DURING THE WARM-UP, PRIOR TO THEIR NUMBER.
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More Information Regarding "New For 2000"
Please note that there will be special practice ice time for skaters who are competing in the new "Themed Categories". During these practice sessions the actual sets will be in place; note also that these sessions are reserved for those who are competing in the "Themed" events.
All practice ice should be scheduled through Joann Bartlett at the Redwood Empire Ice Arena at (707) 546-7146. Joann is available Monday - Friday, 9:00 a. to 3:00 p.m.
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MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE TIMES:
Limited Pre-Preliminary .................................1 1/2 Minute
Limited Preliminary, Preliminary, Pre-Juvenile, Juvenile, Open Juvenile,
Intermediate, Novice, Adult Pre-Bronze, Adult Bronze, Adult Silver, Adult Gold, Masters, Preliminary Pairs,
Juvenile Pairs, Novice Pairs, Adult Pairs, Similar Pairs, Multi-Generational Pairs ......... 2 Minutes
Junior, Senior, Junior Pairs, Senior Pairs ............................2 1/2 Minutes
Mini-Groups (3 - 6 Skaters) .................................2 1/2 Minutes
Large Groups (7 or more Skaters) ..........................Not to exceed 4 Minutes
Precision -Free Skating Programs (Composition of team must be in accordance with USFSA rules CR 48.01-03).
Senior ............................4 1/2 Minutes
Junior, Junior Classic .........................4 Minutes
Novice, Intermediate, Juvenile, Adults, Masters ..........3 - 4 1/2 Minutes
Teen Introductory, Adult Introductory ............... 2 1/2 - 3 1/2 Minutes
Preliminary, Youth Introductory .................2 - 3 Minutes
There is no minimum time for music. You are allowed 10 seconds above the time limit for your category.
SPECIAL NEEDS EVENT
This is a demonstration event open to skaters with special physical limitations. It is open to skaters of any level,and may have a coach on the ice with the skater. This event may have music if desired, but is not required. All skaters will receive an award. The skaters in this event are encouraged to demonstrate their skills.
INTERPRETIVE: Interpretive events will be held on Friday, March 24, 2000. There is a minimum of four (4) entries to hold an event.
ENTRY FORMS
Entry Forms are attached, and must be filled out legibly. Entry forms must be mailed with Entry Fee to the Registrar. If you have any questions, please call. Only calls made before 9:00 p.m. will be accepted. All entries must be postmarked by FEBRUARY 18, 2000. Incomplete entries will be returned. Late entries may be accepted at the discretion of the competition committee and/or Chief Referee. Late entries may be assessed up to a $25.00 late fee.
Submit all entries to:
Crystalline Classic 2000
Carol Wyckoff
1667 West Steele Lane
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
THERE WILL BE NO ADMISSION CHARGED TO ENTER THE ARENA.
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