Assumption of Risk and Waiver of Liability   I have read and agree to abide by the rules of this competition. I am aware that ice skating is a dangerous sport and at the competitor's sole risk and I agree to hold harmless the USFSA, Santa Rosa Figure Skating Club, Redwood Empire Ice Arena, directors, officers, agents and employees from any and all loss, damage, and / or injury, whatsoever kind or nature, that may be sustained by the entrant in any manner while participating in any event of this competition.
The Referee of the competition shall have the right to determine the fitness of any entrant to skate in the competition in accordance with the current USFSA rulebook.

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   Signature of parent or legal guardian if competitor is under the age of 18.           Date

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   Signature of competitor is over the age of 18.                                     Date

Entry Fees
First singles event:			$60	______
For each additional event:			$30	______
Pairs (per couple):			$60	______
Groups:			$60 + $5 Per person	______
Special Needs:			$15	______
Make checks payable to:			TOTAL	______
"Santa Rosa Figure Skating Club"
($50 charge for returned checks)
Mail To: Carol Wykoff		Entries must be postmarked by midnight,
4727 Golf View Ct.		February 28th, 1998.
Santa Rosa, CA 95405		NO ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER THIS DATE.

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ENTRIES:
Contestants may enter at any level for which they qualify, or any level higher. They may enter a category at only one level.

Men and ladies will compete in the same groups. Novice, Junior, Senior will be divided by draw. All other events will be divided into groups with skaters of similar skating ability and ages, based on the opinion of the Competition Committee. Juvenile and Intermediate skaters will not be mixed. Categories may be divided, or expanded, or combined depending on the number of entries, at the discretion of the Competition Committee.

Two entries are required to hold an event. Refunds will be made if an event is not held.

Previous winners of the Crystalline Classic Award (First Place Overall) cannot enter or compete in the Redwood Empire Crystalline Classic Competition in an individual/single event. They may, however, enter and compete in a pairs or group event.

All skaters 18 years of age and over, and parents of skaters under 18 years of age must sign an Assumption of Risk form.

Late entries may be accepted at the discretion of the Competition Committee, and may be charged a late fee of up to $25.00.

CATEGORIES:

SINGLES/PAIRS LEVELS:

MAXIMUM PERFORMANCES TIMES:

Limited, Pre-Preliminary, Preliminary, Pre-Juvenile, Juvenile, Open Juvenile, ..................................2 Minutes
Intermediate, Novice, Adult Pre-Bronze, Adult Bronze, Adult Silver, Adult Gold,
Masters, Novice Pairs, Adult Pairs, Similar Pairs, Multi-Generational Pairs.

Junior, Senior, Junior Pairs, Senior Pairs............................................................................................2 1/2 Minutes

Professionals....................................................................................................................................................3 Minutes

Mini-Groups (3 - 6 Skaters)..................................................................................................................2 1/2 Minutes

Large Groups (7 or more Skaters)............................................................................................Not to exceed 4 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.


NOTE ABOUT INTERPRETIVE:
Due to time constraints, and the decision to offer other categories and levels, Interpretive events will not be held this year. Hopefully, in the future they will be offered again.

ENTRIES:
Entry Forms and Special Needs 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 28th 1998. 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:

GENERAL RULES

1. Crystalline Classic will be held at the Redwood Empire Ice Arena at1667 West Steele Lane, Santa Rosa CA 95403, on March 27, 28, 29, and is sponsored by the Santa Rosa Figure Skating Club.  This competition is sanctioned by the USFSA.
   
   
2. This Competition will be conducted in accordance with the 1998 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 by the chief referee.
   
   
7. The minimum number of entries needed to hold an event is two.  Single entries will be canceled and entry fees returned.
   
   
8. Schedules: Please do not call and ask for a competition schedule.  Enclose a self addressed, stamped envelope, and we will be happy to mail you one.  All participating clubs will receive a competition schedule.
   
   
9. Refunds Of Entry Fees: Refund of entry fees will be made in accordance with CR 33.05.   If a skater withdraws prior to the closing date February 28th, 1998, fees will be refunded.  Otherwise, refunds will be made only if the failure to participate is due to a medical condition certified by a licensed physician.
   
   
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 scheduled time of their event.

SAFETY RULES FOR PROPS

1. For safety reasons the following props are not permitted, but not limited to, live animals, balloons, candles, feather boas, feathers, fog, dry ice, power cords, all types of glass, power driven items.
   
   
2. If props are used they must be removed in one minute.
   
   
3. Live people props may walk on in skates but they must remain at their fixed location 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.
   
   

AWARDS
Awards will be presented to all competitors. Awards will be presented to places First, Second, and Third. All other places will receive a participant award.