text: Georgetown Skating Club Parent Information Package 2009 - 2010 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 GEORGETOWN SKATING CLUB 3 BOARD OF DIRECTORS 3 CLUB STRUCTURE 4 VOLUNTEERS 5 PROGRAM ASSITANT/FUNDRAISING/MUSIC DUTY 6 POLICIES AND ICE ETIQUETTE 7/8 CODE OF CONDUCT 9 MUSIC/SOUND BOOTH POLICIES 10 SECTION 2 SKATE CANADA PROGRAM INFORMATION 11/12 GEORGETOWN SKATING CLUB PROGRAMS 13/14 SECTION 3 STARSKATE ONE PARENT INFORMATION 15/16 STARSKATE TWO PARENT INFORMATION 16/17 STARSKATE THREE PARENT INFORMATION 18/19 SECTION 4 HOW TO CHOOSE A COACH 20/21 COACH INFORMATION 22/23 SECTION 5 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW FOR PRE-CANSKATE AND CANSKATE SKATES HOW TO BUY/FIT/TIE 24 HOW TO CARE FOR SKATES,HELMETS,CLOTHING,FIRST DAY SUCCESS 25 USEFUL INFORMATION TEST DAY, LOW TEST/HIGH TEST 26 COMPETITIONS, W HAT DO I NEED FOR MY FIRST COMPETITION? 27/28 TICKET ICE, OFF ICE, YEAR END BANQUET,CLOTHING 29 SHARPENING FIGURE SKATES, WHERE TO LOOK FOR SKATING APPAREL 30 GLOSSARY OF TERMS JUMPS 31 SPINS, TURNS 32 Georgetown Skating Club 162 Guelph Street, Ste 235 Georgetown, Ontario L7G 5X7 Phone: 905-866-2330 (answering machine) E-mail: email@example.com Website: www.georgetownskatingclub.ca Sanctioned by: Skate Canada – Club Number 1000437 MISSION STATEMENT The Georgetown Skating club is dedicated to the principle of enabling every person to participate in skating throughout his or her lifetime for fun, fitness and/or achievement. 2009-2010 Executive & Board of Directors The Georgetown Skating Club is run by an elected VOLUNTEER Board of Directors. At present we have two vacant positions. Each Chairman at one time or another needs help. If you are interested in helping out with any of these positions, please contact any member of the Board. President Joseph Gushue firstname.lastname@example.com Vice President Lisette Logan email@example.com Vice President Syl Carle firstname.lastname@example.com Secretary Jennifer Malatesta email@example.com Treasurer Carol Praught email@example.com Test Chair Krista Prong firstname.lastname@example.com Membership Chair Krista Prong email@example.com Communications Chair Lisette Logan firstname.lastname@example.com Competition Chair Jennifer Thomsen firstname.lastname@example.com Coach Liaison Syl Carle firstname.lastname@example.com Director Byron Conrad email@example.com Past President Laura Rees firstname.lastname@example.com Coach Representative To Be Announced 3 Club Structure The Georgetown Skating Club is a non-profit organization constituted under the authority of Skate Canada within its Midway West Area. The Club sends a delegate to the annual meetings of both the national and sectional organizations. The Board of Directors is made up entirely of volunteers elected by members of the Club at the Annual General Meeting in late spring. Board members fulfill the following responsibilities: The President chairs the meetings, drafts the agenda, sits in on committee meetings periodically, and generally provides the overall leadership and direction for the club. The Vice President provides support and direction to the Club in all areas, participates on committees, and acts on behalf of the President in her or his absence. The Treasurer prepares the budget and authorizes expenses approved by the Board. The Secretary records minutes of Board meetings and summary of action items. The Test Chair plans and organizes preliminary to senior test days as well as reports all results to Skate Canada. Any issues related to testing can be directed to the test chair for resolution by the Board. The Communication Chair reports to the Board on current issues and concerns, communicates with parents, maintains the website and represents the club in marketing and public relations initiatives. The Membership Chair looks after clerical and administrative duties related to registration, fees, and communicating with club members. The Competition Chair informs Club of upcoming competitions, organizes the club competition, organizes year end banquet with the Test Chair and provides necessary location, cost and schedule information for all events. The Coaches Liason serves as a communication conduit between the Board and the coaches. The Fundraising Chair creates and leads fundraising projects and committees as agreed by The Board of Directors. The key responsibility of this position is as a committee leader. The fundraising duties should be executed by a number of people to appropriately manage the potential workload. Past President advises the President and other offices and the Board of Directors regarding past practices, general administration, and other matters to assist in effective operation of the of the Georgetown Skating Club. Director at Large responsibilities are assigned by the President or his/her designate. The Coaches' Representative attends all Board meetings, and brings the coaches' issues and concerns to the attention of the Board. 4 Volunteers The Club depends on the efforts of many volunteers, who assist in the planning, organizing, and success of various Club events: On Test Days, volunteers coordinate refreshments for the judges, help with registration, work as ice captains, and assist with music and announcements. The Club competition, held in February every year, is the one of the largest events of the year at the Georgetown Skating Club. Volunteers do everything from setup and tear down to greeting and registering skaters, organizing hospitality, helping with ice events, and many other duties. Club ice shows depend on volunteers to coordinate refreshments, collect tickets, and help with younger skaters, help the skaters with costume changes, fundraising, and security. For the annual Awards Banquet, volunteers help to organize and promote the event, sell tickets, prepare trophies and certificates, and create a program to honour achievements of Club skaters past and present. Volunteers maintain the bulletin boards, keeping information up-to-date and attractive, to showcase skaters' achievements. At fundraising events (skate-a-thons, bottle drives, raffles, and Summer BBQs, etc.) help is always needed, at every level. If you are interested in helping out, please contact a Board Member!, it can be as little as one hour or a couple of hours. Your efforts are very much appreciated! It takes a strong team of dedicated volunteers to run a successful club! 5 Program Assistant (PA) SKATE CANADA Coaches are the primary teaching resource in our club and Program Assistants assist in the delivery of the program. Program Assistants are older, accomplished skaters at the club who volunteer their time to assist the younger skaters. They receive annual and ongoing training. Program Assistants are not required to answer any skating questions regarding your child's progress. You may, however, ask them to get the attention of the a coach or relay a message. They share their love and knowledge of skating while performing various duties: assisting the SKATE CANADA Coach to deliver the program on and off ice demonstrating skills and teaching progressions supervising practice time assisting with warm ups and cool downs under the direction of the Skate Canada Coach reinforcing learned skills assisting with on ice circuits providing individual and group assistance acting as a role model for young skaters Fundraising The Georgetown Skating Club is a not for profit association and is run entirely by volunteers. Major costs include the cost of ice (rented from the Town of Halton Hills) and the fees of the professional coaching staff. In order to keep the fees for programs as economical as possible, the Georgetown Skating Club must actively fundraise and look for corporate sponsorship. All profits that are generated through our fundraising activities go directly to the Club. Funds are used to help offset the costs of ice, coaching, equipment, insurance, supplies, awards and special events for our members. MUSIC FEE- Club Credit Program Our STARSkaters require music to be played during on-ice training for Dance, Interpretive, Free Skate, Skills and Stroking. We are looking for volunteers from each family to assist with the music program in order to have the music available to our coaches and members during the on-ice STARSkate sessions. You are welcome to book during those sessions that your child is skating for your convenience. Your $100 music fee charged with your registration will be refunded to you in the form of club credits, (to a maximum of $100.00 per skater) which can be used for skating fees (with the exception of test fees), coach fees, home club competition fees and club clothing. Skate Canada regulations restrict us from refunding these fees in cash. Each session of music room work earns a $10.00 club credit. Volunteers must have each session of duty signed off by a Board Member to receive club credits. STARSkate families interested in volunteering for the music program should contact email@example.com to book their dates. Training for music room duty will be available at your first session. Music room volunteer spaces will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Once the music room schedule is filled, we will keep a list of volunteers in first come, first served order who will have first opportunity to earn club credit for all other volunteer duties throughout the year such as helping in fund-raising activities, assisting during club competitions, family skate days etc.. We will use the date/time of your e-mail to determine your order on the list. 6 6 Policies and Ice Etiquette The following Policies and Ice Etiquette are in the interest of safety and courtesy to all skaters on the ice and in the dressing room. We urge all skaters and parents to review them carefully and abide by them. If any clarification is required, please ask any Board Member. Members are expected to display proper respect and sportsmanship towards their fellow skaters, coaches, officials, parents, volunteers, Board of Directors and the general public at all times. Young skaters and other children should not be left unattended while at the Arena. A parent or guardian MUST be in attendance at all times or designate another parent the responsibility for the skater in their absence. Parents will not be allowed on the ice during the lesson time. CSA HOCKEY HELMETS are mandatory for all Parent & Tot, PreCanSkate, CanSkate and PowerSkating Programs. (CSA Hockey Equipment). Bike Helmets are not acceptable. To avoid the possibility of serious falls and injury; food, gum, candy or drinks are not permitted on the ice. Pushing, tripping, horseplay or intentional interference with other skaters is not permitted on the ice or elsewhere in the Arena. Parents/Guardians of skaters are responsible for the behavior of their children during all sessions. Parents/ Guardians and spectators are requested to watch sessions from the stands, not the players bench or at the entry gates; so as not to interfere with lessons or block access to the ice. All times will be set by the Arena Clock. Money or valuables should not be left in the change areas. The Club bears no responsibility for loss or theft of valuables left unattended. Skate responsibly by watching out for others, keep heads up and watch out for other skaters. Show respect for your fellow skaters. Skaters are only allowed to skate on sessions they are qualified and registered for. StarSkate One, Two and Three guest skating: Fee $15.00. Members may only guest skate on a session they are qualified for. The number of guests per session is at the discretion of a Board Member. Please pay the person in the music room. Guest fees must be paid before you go on the ice. Music personnel are responsible to collect guest skater fees. Guest Skater music will be placed at the end of the music rotation for that session. Only members in "Good Standing" with the Club will be allowed to take Tests, participate in any competition or participate in our Ice Show. All skaters must wear proper clothing appropriate for their sessions. Jeans are not allowed. All skaters are expected to comply with the Georgetown Skating Club, Central Ontario Section of Skate Canada and Skate Canada Code of Conduct. 7 "THREE STRIKE" RULE: If any member of the Georgetown Skating Club is causing problems; he/ she will be warned and parents informed verbally by Board Member designate. On a second occasion the skater will be warned again and the parents and skater's coach will receive letters advising that if a problem arises a third time; the skater may be suspended at the Board's discretion. This may be for a minimum of one month. ie: no skating for four skating weeks. There will be no refunds made for any time missed due to suspension. The use of profane language is unacceptable and will not be tolerated. Skaters are expected to be polite and courteous while on the ice and in the arena and must act with due regard and consideration for others both on and off the Ice. Failure to do so will result in a warning or removal of the offending skater from the ice and/or the Arena. Any Club Coach or Board Member may ask any skater to leave the ice for unruly behavior. Any Club member defacing Town or Club property or other skater's personal property will, at the discretion of the Board, be subject to suspension. Anyone caught in the act of theft of any property will be subject to cancellation of membership and further disciplinary action. Fees paid will not be refunded. Skaters representing the Club at any function or competition are expected to conduct themselves in an acceptable and responsible manner. Be alert for other skaters at all times. If you fall, do not sit or lie on the ice (unless injured). Get up quickly to avoid being hit by other skaters. Kicking or Digging! Defacing the Ice with skate blade is prohibited Do not interrupt a Professional Coach who is giving a lesson to another skater. No clothing is to be worn on the ice which could become a hazard to another skater. When talking to music volunteers, please do so politely and respectfully. Socializing, while best done off ice, must not be done in the centre of the ice. Upon announcement to clear the ice; all skaters shall leave the ice immediately. Skaters are not permitted on the ice surface until the Zamboni doors have completely closed and a coach has given permission to enter the ice surface. All skaters MUST use the dressing rooms for changing of skates, attire and to store skating bags, coats etc. The lobby is to be used only for spectators. Competition and Test Days - the Evaluator/Judge's room and Data Control (Accounting) room are out of bounds except to those who have been assigned to be there. Skate responsibly. Keep heads up. Watch out for other skaters. Show respect for your fellow skaters and our Professional Coaches. 8 Code of Conduct Conduct for Skaters: I will understand the rules of skating and govern my actions within the guidelines. I will control myself and accept decisions of the judges. I will remember that winning isn't everything—that having fun, improving skills, making friends and doing my best are also important aspects of skating. I will remember that coaches and judges are there to help me. I will accept their decisions and show them respect. I will do nothing to hinder another skater's performance. I will work to promote camaraderie within the skating community. I will not physically or verbally abuse another skater Conduct for Parents/Spectators: I will remember that skaters skate for their own development and enjoyment. I will not have unrealistic expectations. I will remember that skaters put pressure on themselves and that outside pressure does not improve performance. I will not ridicule a skater for poor performance. I will make positive comments that motivate and encourage continued efforts. I will respect the judge's decisions and will encourage other participants to do the same. I will will encourage open communication between judges, coaches and skaters. I will condemn the use of ridicule towards any skater/coach/judge and stress the positive elements of all participants. I will refrain from making any vulgar or suggestive comments. I will respect the personal dignity and privacy of all participants. I will respect all volunteers and the work they do for our organization I will show respect for all members of the skating community. I will remain off the ice surface unless specifically requested to do so by a professional coach. 9 Music / Sound Booth Policies - All Skaters and Parents The sound booth is to be used by members on music duty and Board Members. Only two people should be in booth at one time. The person on music duty is responsible for controlling the music for the skaters. Only music provided by the Georgetown Skating Club or Professional Coaches will be played during the StarSkate program. Skaters are not allowed to make requests for solos or dance music unless invited to do so by the person on Music duty. All music for solos will be played in rotation. Guest skaters' music will be placed at the end of the music rotation for that Session. There is no guarantee that music will be played for guest skaters. STROKING: StarSkate One, Two and Three There will be no private lessons allowed during Stroking on StarSkate One, Two and Three. All skaters are expected to participate in Stroking group lessons. FREESKATE: StarSkate One, Two and Three There will be no dancing on a Freeskate session unless the skater is having a private lesson. Solos will be played according to the list in the sound booth (alphabetically), and will commence at the point left off at the previous session. Coaches may request music for those skaters receiving a lesson. Music may not be requested for skaters not receiving a lesson. When your name is called for your music, raise your hand. This helps the music player find you, as well as permitting other skaters to recognize you as the soloist. The following order determines who has right-of-way during Free Skate sessions. 1. The skater whose music is being played. 2. The skater who is receiving professional instruction. 3. Skaters who are practicing. DANCE: StarSkate One, Two and Three: It is beneficial for the skaters to dance to whatever music is playing, even if it is not the dance they are working on. If a skater is not familiar with the dance they can follow someone who is. There will be no free skating during Dance ice time. Private Free Skating lessons may be given, but Free Skate music will not be played on Dance sessions. Dances will be played according to the list in the Music Booth. Coaches may request dance music for skaters receiving a lesson. Music may not be requested for skaters not receiving a lesson. The following order determines who has right-of-way during Dance sessions: 1. The skaters dancing the music being played. 2. The skater receiving a private dance lesson. 3. Other skaters who are dancing. 4. Private Free Skate lessons. ALL CLUB COACHES AND BOARD MEMBERS HAVE THE AUTHORITY TO REPRIMAND ANY SKATER NOT COMPLYING WITH THE ABOVE POLICIES AND CODES. 10 Skate Canada Program Information CanSkate CanSkate is Skate Canada's flagship learn-to-skate program, designed for beginners of all ages. When you sign up for CanSkate you will be in a program that focuses on fun, participation and basic skill development. You will earn badges and other incentives as you learn fundamental skating skills. Lessons are given in a group format and led by an NCCP certified professional coach. Professional coaches are assisted by trained Program Assistants. The coach to student ratio is a maximum of 1:10. Skater's progress at their own rate and coaches make sessions active using teaching aids, music and a wide variety of activities that create a fun environment and promote learning. CanSkate is the feeder program to all other Skate Canada Skating Programs, and is presented by BMO Financial Group, reflecting their commitment to grassroots development. StarSkate Skills, Tests, Achievement, Recognition – this is what StarSkate is all about! StarSkate offers opportunities for skaters of all ages to develop fundamental figure skating skills in the areas of ice dance, skating skills, free skate and interpretive skating. Unique in Canada, this program teaches figure skating skills in a group and/or private lesson format in a progressive and sequential manner and includes specifically designed awards and incentives. Skaters have the opportunity to take Skate Canada Tests through a nationally standardized testing system. Skaters who have mastered figure skating skills in StarSkate may also choose to pursue synchronized skating or pairs skating. StarSkate One StarSkate Two StarSkate Three Competitive Skate The Competitive Test Program is a testing program for skaters in singles, pairs and dance wishing to compete in qualifying events within Skate Canada. Skaters take tests specific to the discipline (Singles, Pairs and Dance) in which they wish to compete. A skater or team may begin testing at the level at which they wish to compete (there are no test pre-requisites) Skaters enrolled in Competitive Skate learn a variety of life skills as they progress up the competitive ladder. These include goal setting, focus, ability to deal with success/failure, time management and principles of fair play and sportsmanship. Many skaters who compete in the qualifying event structure also take tests in Skate Canada's StarSkate Program or participate on Synchronized Skating teams. The only events that you may not be able to compete in are club, Interclub and National StarSkate events, some which restrict entry of skaters who have competed in the qualifying event system. 11 CanPowerSkate CanPowerSkate is an action-packed, high energy instructional power skating program geared to hockey and ringette skaters that focuses on balance, power, agility, speed and endurance. Skills, techniques and conditioning drills are taught in a progressive format that emphasizes how the skills apply to game situations. CanPowerSkate provides an alternative to figure skating and is an excellent complement for those athletes playing on hockey or ringette teams. Its unique skill award program provides incentives and motivation for skaters to continue to achieve. CanPowerSkate Pre-Power is designed for young skaters, approximately four to six years of age who can stand up on skates and move forward (shuffle, walk or glide) who may not be ready for CanPowerSkate Level 1. Pre-Power helps develop basic skating abilities in a power skating specific environment, including balance skills, forward and backward skating, stopping, turning and agility skills. The curriculum is presented in three progressive levels complete with its own awards to encourage participation and motivate skaters. Pre-Power has been designed to run concurrently with CanSkate sessions. 12 Georgetown Skating Club Programs Parent and Tot – Ages 2 to 3 years with an adult Must be 2 years of age before December 31st Skaters will be on the ice 50 minutes each skating day Skaters will develop strength and balance while having fun Skaters may sign up for one, two, or three days per week Siblings will not be allowed on the ice with the skater and parent A Skate Canada Membership fee must be paid by the adult to participate in this program Adults must wear skates to participate and skaters must wear a CSA approved helmet Pre-CanSkate – Ages 3 and up Must be 3 years of age before December 31st Beginners up to Stage 2 Skaters will be on the ice for 50 minutes each skating day Skaters may sign up for one, two, or three days per week Program will encourage fun and movement on the ice Skaters must wear a CSA approved helmet CanSkate Stage's 3 to 6 The fundamentals of skating are taught Skaters are prepared to begin figure skating, recreational skating or hockey Skaters may sign up for one, two, or three days per week Skaters are grouped by ability and progress through a badge program Testing is done on an ongoing basis and groups may be re-organized during the season Skaters must wear a CSA approved helmet Pre-PowerSkate – Ages 4 and up Must be 4 years of age before December 31st This is a program deigned for a beginner who wants to develop skills for hockey Must be able to walk forwards and backwards on the ice and get up unassisted Participants will be on the ice for 50 minutes each skating day PowerSkate programs require skaters to wear full CSA approved hockey equipment, helmet and sticks PowerSkate – Age 5 and up Must be 5 years of age before December 31st Advanced power skating program Must have completed Bronze – Level One or CanSkate Level 4 This program helps develop strong hockey skills with a focus on power, coordination and endurance Skaters will be on the ice for 50 minutes each skating day PowerSkate programs require skaters to wear full CSA approved hockey equipment, helmet and stick 13 StarSkate One A two, three or four day figure skating program Skaters must have completed badge six from the CanSkate program This is not a badge program – participants will be evaluated by a judge Skaters are required to choose a private coach from our roster of Professional Coaches within 3 weeks of starting their program. However it is recommended that you choose your coach at the end of the last season or during the summer. Skaters are required to participate in a group dance lesson until the Dutch Waltz is passed. Once the skater has passed the Dutch Waltz, no further group lessons are available for dance. Stroking will be taught in group lessons The fundamentals of Figure Skating will be taught which allows the skater to master edges, crossovers, stronger backward skating, agility, speed and endurance More information can be found in the StarSkate One Parent Information section StarSkate Two A two, three or four day program Skaters must have completed two of the four Preliminary levels. The four levels are: Preliminary dance, Preliminary Free Skate, Preliminary Skills and Introductory Interpertive Group stroking lessons, each skating day, are included in the membership fee Private or Semi-private lessons must be arranged with a Professional Coach of your choice More information can be found in the StarSkate Two Parent Information section StarSkate Three A two, three or four day program Skaters must have completed their preliminary freeskate, and Senior Bronze Dances or Senior Bronze Skills or StarSkate Two skaters who are now 14 years of age. Group stroking lessons each skating day are included in the membership fee Private or Semi-Private lessons must be arranged with a Professional Coach of your choice More information can be found in the StarSkate Three Parent Information section 14 StarSkate One Parent Information StarSkate One – is either a two, three or four day program. This program consists of one group lesson, practice time and stroking; Skaters are required to participate in a group dance lesson until the Dutch Waltz has been passed. Once the skater has passed the Dutch Waltz no further group dance lessons are available. Skaters are required to choose a private coach from our roster of Professional Coaches within 3 weeks of starting their program. However it is recommended that you choose your coach at the end of the last season or during the summer. StarSkate One is offered Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Feel free to approach or call any coach to discuss private lessons This program will focus on the following areas of Freeskate, Dance, Skills, Interpertive and Stroking. Unlike Canskate, the StarSkate program has a different payment structure. First you pay for the club ice time (the amount that the club is asking for). You then pay for the individual coach for lessons; these lessons are not included in the initial payment to the club. Each coach has a different rate. You must ask your coach what he or she is charging per time allotment and develop your child's lesson plan from there. Dances: Skaters learn specific, predetermined dance steps. This is set to music that is pre-selected by Skate Canada. The first two sets of dances your child will learn and can be tested on are: 1. Preliminary dances a. Dutch Waltz (group lesson format) b. Canasta Tango c. Baby Blues 2. Junior Bronze dances a. Swing b. Fiesta c. Willow Waltz Skills: Skaters learn skills (edges, turns and Mohawks). These skills are put in a set sequence and they follow a pattern around the ice. This is set to music that is pre-selected by Skate Canada. The coach decides whether the skater tests these patterns with or without music. The first skills to be tested are: 1. Preliminary Skills a. Waltzing Threes b. Waltzing Mohawks c. Preliminary Circles 15 Freeskate: Skaters perform specific elements (jumps, spins, field moves). These elements are performed in a solo; a musical program designed for your child by your private coach. The fist Freeskate solo to be tested is: 1. Preliminary Free Skate 1.5 minutes to music Interpretive: Skater's perform/act out a solo to music (vocals are allowed) designed for the skater by your private coach. No specific elements are required. The skaters are evaluated on their interpretation of the music and/or theme of the music. Good use of the ice is also very important. The first Interpretive Test is: 1. Intro. Interpretive Stroking: Skaters are to remain on the ice for stroking which is normally held at the beginning of the skating session. Stroking is one of the most important components of the StarSkate program, as it helps the skaters with endurance, strength and agility on the ice. A Professional coach in a group format teaches stroking. Moving to StarSkate Two: The skater must complete two of the four preliminary levels (Dance, Skills, Freeskate or Interpertive) before moving onto StarSkate Two. StarSkate Two Parent Information Dances: Skaters learn specific, predetermined dance steps. This is set to music that is pre-selected by Skate Canada. The next sets of dances your child will learn and be tested on are: 1. Senior Bronze a. Ten Fox b. Fourteenstep c. European Waltz 2. Junior Silver a. Keats Foxtrot b. Harris Tango c. American Waltz d. Rocker Foxtrot 16 Freeskate: Skaters perform specific elements (jumps, spins, field moves). These elements are performed in a solo, a musical program designed for your child by your private coach. The next FreeSkate tests are: 1. Junior Bronze FreeSkate a. 2.0 – 2.5 minute solo to music 2. Senior Bronze FreeSkate a. 2.5 – 3.0 minute solo to music Skills: Skaters learn skills (edges, turns and Mohawks). These skills are put in a set sequence and they fol- low a pattern around the ice. This is set to music that is pre-selected by Skate Canada. The coach decides whether the skater tests these patterns with or without music. The next skills to be tested are: 1. Junior Bronze Skills a. Threes and Power Mohawks b. Power Circles c. Change of Threes 2. Senior Bronze a. Forward Brackets b. Power Circles 11 c. Expanding Exercise Interpretive: Skater's perform/act out a solo to music (vocals are allowed) designed for the skater by your private coach. No specific elements are required. The skaters are evaluated on their interpretation of the music and or theme of the music. Good use of the ice is also very important. The next Interpretive tests are: 1. Bronze Interpretive 2. Silver Interpretive Stroking: Skaters are to remain on the ice for stroking which is normally held at the beginning of the skating session. Stroking is one of the most important components of the StarSkate program, as it helps the skaters with endurance, strength and agility on the ice. A Professional coach in a group format teaches stroking Moving to StarSkate Three: The skater must complete their Preliminary Freeskate and either their Senior Bronze Dance or their Senior Bronze Skills or if a skater is 14 years old by December 31st. 17 StarSkate Three Parent Information Dances: Skaters learn specific, predetermined dance steps. This is set to music that is pre-selected by Skate Canada The final sets of dances your child will learn and be tested on are: 1. Senior Silver 2. Gold a. Paso Doble a. Viennese Waltz b. Starlight Waltz b. Westminster Waltz c. Blues c. Quickstep d. Kilian d. Argentine Tango e. ChaCha Congealdo e. Silver Samba 3. Diamond a. Ravensburger Waltz b. Tango Romantica c. Yankee Polka d. Rhumba e. Austrain Waltz Skills: Skaters learn skills (edges, turns and Mohawks). These skills are put in a set sequence and they follow a pattern around the ice. This is set to music that is pre-selected by Skate Canada. The coach decides whether the skater tests these patterns with or without music. The last sets of skills to be tested are: 1. Junior Silver 2. Senior Silver a. Multi Turns and Power Threes a. Expanding Exercise b. Snakes and Ladders b. Rockers and Choctaws c. Flying Choctaws c. Multi-Circle Threes and Brackets 3. Gold a. Counters and Three change threes b. Multi-circle double threes and Mohawks c. Expanding exercise 18 Freeskate: Skaters perform specific elements (jumps, spins, field moves). These elements are performed in a solo, a musical program designed for your child by your private coach. The final set of Freeskate solo's to be tested is: 1. Junior Silver a. 3.0 – 3.5 minute program 2. Senior Silver a. 3.5 – 4.0 minute program 3. Gold a. 3.5 – 4.0 minute program Interpretive: Skater's perform/act out a solo to music (vocals are allowed) designed for the skater by your private coach. No specific elements are required. The skaters are evaluated on their interpretation of the music and or theme of the music. Good use of the ice is also very important. The final Interpretive Test is: 1. Gold Interpretive Stroking: Skaters are to remain on the ice for stroking which is normally held at the beginning of the skating session. Stroking is one of the most important components of the StarSkate program, as it helps the skaters with endurance, strength and agility on the ice. A Professional coach in a group format teaches stroking. 19 How To Choose A Coach Coaches are invaluable in the development of an athlete's skills. They are teachers and mentors for the thousands of young athletes they interact within their day-to-day work. They work not only with athletes but also the athlete's parents in setting realistic goals and the training required to reach their potential goals. All Skate Canada coaches are required to be trained and/or certified under the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP). Becoming a Skate Canada Professional Coach requires planning and commitment to the profession. A certified coach is an experienced, skilled and dedicated professional. Coaches have a huge impact on the lives of their skaters and coaches always need to be aware of this fact and conduct themselves in a professional manner. Coaches need to constantly educate and update themselves in order to be effective for their students. Currently, all coaches who work at Skate Canada member clubs, must meet the minimum criteria as outlined in Rule 2402 of the Skate Canada Rule Book and other provisions set from time to time by the Skate Canada Board of Directors. Our Coaches are registered professional coaching members of Skate Canada. Effective Tips for Coaches, Skaters and Parents What we do in skating – at the Club level, Section level or National level is all about relationships. It is vital that all relationships be effective, satisfying, and grounded in integrity. A key concept to any good relationship is effective communication. Coaches, athletes and parents should value the importance of this key contributor to building positive relationships. There are at least two distinct times when coaches and athletes/parents should discuss their needs, goals and expectations: Initial meeting (when the athlete/parent is looking for a coach) Yearly meeting (the beginning of each skating season) These following lists can be used as guidelines to help structure the discussions. These resources were developed by the Georgetown Skating Club and are recommended for skaters involved in the STARSkate or the Competitive Skate programs. Initial Meeting Checklist When a skater or parent agrees to enlist the services of a professional coach there are several items that should be discussed between the coach and the skater/parent to ensure that the goals and expectations are clearly defined. By having this discussion the skater/parent can determine if this is the right coach for their needs and the coach can determine whether or not they can serve the needs of the skater. 20 Discussion Topics: 1. Coaching philosophy and Coaches' Code of Ethics 2. Coaches Commitment for external competitions, testing and additional training opportunities 3. Roles/responsibilities of the coach/skater/parent 4. Fee rates for lessons, music, choreography, competitions, and other services; payment schedules 5. Finance/budgeting: how much has been budgeted for skating expenses 6. Base coach/support coaches: if, when and how often support coaches will be used, fees, payment process for support coaches 7. Amount of time spent skating/commitment: training expectations, extra ice 8. Off-ice training commitment: expectations for off-ice training and conditioning 9. Lesson scheduling, policy for missed lessons 10. Behavior and conduct of the skater 11. Equipment and skating attire Yearly Meeting Checklist At the beginning of each skating season, the coach and the skater/parent should have a meeting to assess the previous year and discuss a plan for the coming season. This discussion is critical to help ensure that the skater derives optimal benefit from his or her participation in the sport over the coming year. Discussion topics: 1. Assessment of the previous year 2. Evaluate and reset short and long term goals 3. New programs: music, choreography, costumes 4. Off-Ice training plan 5. Test and competition schedule 6. Off season school plan: when, where, and how long 7. ―Down time‖: plan for active rest 8. Extra activities: seminars, Program Assistant volunteer, ice show 9. School performance and commitments 10. Equipment: determine if and when to buy new equipment 11. Medical exam (annual), fitness testing 12. Set dates for brief progress report meetings throughout year Changing Coaches If a skater wishes to change coaches, etiquette dictates that the skater's parents ask the new coach if they would be willing to teach the skater, then the parents inform the former coach of the change and pay them in full before taking any lessons from the new coach. Skate Canada requires that the former coach gracefully relinquish any skater that wishes to change coaches. 21 Coach Information 25+ Yrs Coaching Experience NCCP Level 2 Certified Level 3 Theory and Practical Gold Dance/Jr Competitive Dance Variation Tango/Jr. Free Dance Test Successfully coached STARSkaters from Preliminary to Gold Level Cindy McGilloway in all Disciplines (905) 691-7824 Have coached skaters from Pre-Juvenile to Jr. Competitive levels email@example.com Available Mon/Wed/Fri/Sat 23 Yrs Coaching Experience Gold Dance/Sr. Silver Freeskate/6th Figure/ Novice Competitive Dance NCCP Level 1 Certified NCCP Level 2 Theory and Technical Level 2 ISPC – Sports Science/ Stroking & Skating Skills/Singles/ Chris Stokes Ice Dance/Pairs & Synchronized Skating (905) 598-1265 6 Yrs Show experience (Ice Capades, Richard Porter Productions, email@example.com Holiday on Ice) Was coaching in Cape Town, South Africa from 1996 to 2008. Had skaters compete provincially, nationally and internationally in freeskate, ice dance and synchronized skating. Had a Dance Pair compete in 3 Junior Grand Prix and 2 Junior Worlds. Has had a Senior synchronized skating team compete at 4 World Championships and Junior & Novice level teams compete at various ISU competitions. Was Chairman of the South African Professional Skating Union since 1998, where I helped develop a learn-to-skate program, new skating skills structure and start a coaches certification/education program. Available Mon/Wed/Fri 9 Yrs Coaching Experience NCCP Levell 1 Certified Completed ISPC (NCCP) Level 2 Sport Science, Stroking/Skills & Singles Courses Currently working towards Level 2 Practical Canpower Certified Andrea Hiscock Successfully worked with skaters from Preliminary to Gold Tests (416) 606-9745 Jr. Silver Freeskate/Jr. Silver Dance firstname.lastname@example.com Available Mon/Wed/Fri/Sat 22 7 Yrs Coaching Experience NCCP Level 1 Certified Level 2 ISPC –Sport science/Singles/Freeskate/Dance/Pairs Stroking and Skating Skills and Synchronized Skating Quad Gold Status (Freeskate/Dance/Artistic/Skills) In process of obtaining NCCP Level 2 Provincial Competitive Status Ashley Monckton Successfully coached Prelim to Gold Level Skaters (905) 702-0852 Have coached Pre-Juv to Pre Novice Competitive email@example.com Certified Canadian Fitness Professional and personal trainer Available Mon/Wed/Fri/Sat 6 Yrs Coaching Experience NCCP Level 1 Certified Level 2 –Sport Science/Singles/Dance/Pairs/Synchronized Skating/Stroking and Skills Level 2- Theory and Home Study Level 3-Theory, General Subjects and Singles Canpower Certified Lauren Taylor-Vaisey Triple Gold (Skills/Artistic/Dance) (416) 434-7503 Variation Dance/Jr. Silver Freeskate firstname.lastname@example.com Attended Humber College Sports Development Program High Five Certified Ballet & Jazz training Available Mon/Wed/Fri/Sat 7 Yrs Canskate Coaching Experience 1 yr Starskate Coaching Experience NCCP Level 1 Certified Canpower Certified Nicole Hehn (905) 875-3563 Jr. Silver Dance/Jr Br. Freeskate/Skating Skills Class 5 email@example.com Available Mon/Wed/Fri/Sat 3 Yrs+ Coaching Experience NCCP Level 1 Certified Gold CEP Status Quad Gold Status (Freeskate/Dance/Skill/Artistic) 2007 Homesense National StarSkate Silver Medalist JD Gilmour Trillium All-Ontario Sr. Silver Dance Champion (647) 278-8374 2009-2010 Gold Ice Phoenyx Senior Synchronized Skating Team email@example.com 2008-2009 Gold Ice Senior Synchronized Skating Team Gymnastic/Power Cheer Coach Ballroom Dance experience Singles, Dance, Pairs and Synchro experience Available Mon/Fri/Sat 23 Things You Should Know For the Pre-Canskate and Canskate Programs Proper equipment is essential to becoming skilled in most sports and skating is no exception! Skaters cannot learn skills unless their skates fit well and support their ankles. If your child cannot walk across the floor holding his/her ankles up it is highly unlikely that he/she will be any better on the ice. It is important to remember that learning to skate should be a fun and successful experience. It should not be lessened by poor quality equipment or physical discomfort. A well thought out purchase of good skates will encourage enthusiasm and excitement in anyone learning to skate. If at anytime you have questions or concerns regarding your equipment, please consult with any of the Club coaches. Skates Wal-Mart, Canadian Tire and Sports stores sell skating equipment in a variety of price and quality ranges. Before buying skates, check carefully for: Proper fit Firm Ankle support Laces and hooks, not buckles Good quality leather (no plastic) Avoid buying larger size skates for skaters to ―grow into‖. If you buy children's skates too loose, they will interfere with the skating and may actually be dangerous because of lack of support. How to ensure correct size of skates 1. Wear only one pair of socks or tights (the same pair that will be worn when skating) 2. Partially unlace boot through instep slide with weight equally distributed. Slide foot forward so toe can touch the front but not cramped stand with weight equally distributed over both feet. Bend knees, the space at the back of the heel should be no more than a pencil width. Don't forget to check if the width of the skates fit the foot – they should be snug but comfortable. 3. Walk around in the skates off the ice; they should feel comfortable. How to tie skates Once foot is placed comfortably in the boot… 1. Be sure the tongue is centered and pulled all the way up. 2. Start at the toe of the skate and tighten laces comfortably over the toe and front of the boot 3. Before tightening the hooks, wiggle your toes to make sure the skates feel comfortable. 4. Tie laces snugly around the ankle and tie a tight bow or double knot. 5. Make sure extra lace is tucked away Please Note: When tying skates do not wrap laces around the ankle. If you feel you need to do this for more sup- port, you probably need a new pair of skates! If you are doing this because the laces are too long – just cut them. 24 Helmets Helmets are mandatory for all skaters in the PreCanskate and CanSkate programs. Helmets should fit snug and both the helmet and strap should be adjustable. A CSA HOCKEY HELMET is mandatory. Bike Helmet are not acceptable. If a skater wears a hat or headband under the helmet, please ensure that it stays up on the head and doesn't slip down over the eyes. Care of Equipment Always wear protective guards when not on the ice. Do NOT walk on concrete surfaces without skate guards, sharpening and blades will wear much faster, and are damaged severely by the surface. After a lesson, dry blades and sole plate completely with a cloth. This will prevent the blades from rusting. Always remove guards and allow skates to air dry completely after each skate. When not in use, remove skates from the skate bag and leave them in the open so that they can air dry thoroughly, allowing the leather to breath. Sharpening your skates All new skates and skates that have not been skated on for a month will need to be sharpened before you skate on them. Re-sharpen skates after approximately 20-30 hours of skating. More frequent sharpening may be required, if the skater walks on concrete, rubber or carpeted surfaces without guards, if the blades are not wiped dry, or if there are severe nicks and rough surfaces on the edges of the blade. Do NOT remove the bottom pick on figure skates. The pick is part of the design of figure skates and is essential to proper balance. Skating Clothing The rink is cold so remember to bring extra clothing and layer when possible. Pants/Jackets - To keep your child warm, snow pants or windbreaker pants over long pants are recommended. Sweaters and turtlenecks or a winter jacket on top should be sufficient. Try to avoid clothing that is too bulky, restrictive or not waterproof. Mitts/Gloves – Bring at least 1 pair of warm gloves each day and have a back up pair in case they get wet. Put a few pairs of gloves in the skating bag at the beginning of the season and you won't have to remember to bring them each time. Making the first day a success Our coaches recommend that you have your child put their skates on at home a couple of times and walk around on the carpet with guards on. Make sure to also put the helmet on at home a couple of times - Doing this will take some of the anxiety out of the first day as they will at least be familiar with the feeling of the skating equipment. Another recommendation is to tell your child that you will not be going on the ice with them but will be watching from the stands or lobby. You will however see everything that they are achieving and you hope that they HAVE FUN! 25 Useful Information TESTS When a STARSkater is ready to try a test, their coach will let them know. The skaters will be initially testing at Low test days and will probably test the Dutch Waltz first. They will be judged by a Skate Canada official Test Judge. There is a fee of $10.00 for the test which is paid to Skate Canada to record the skaters progress and a $10.00 hospitality fee. In addition you will pay for your coach on test day as well as a partner if required. The hospitality fee covers the cost of food, transportation and other incidentals. The judges are volunteers and do not receive any compensation for the time they spend at test days or competitions and it is important to show them our hospitality. Fee envelopes will be distributed by the skater's coach and must be handed in prior to taking the test. The list of candidates will be posted on the club bulletin board and website. The test is a formal process, with specific etiquette to be followed. Skaters on test day are required to arrive one hour prior to their scheduled test times, in costume and ready to skate. Spectators are welcome, and are expected to behave with decorum, respecting the judge's need to focus on the skaters, and the skaters' need to focus on the test. After the test, the judge will provide each skater with a written assessment and a pass/re-try grade. A skater who is unsuccessful at a test is permitted to re-try the test at a future test day. Not showing up for a test after it has been scheduled is marked as a re-try. (Test results are noted on the Georgetown Skating Club's Skate Canada record, the skater's Skate Canada record and the coach's Skate Canada records, the coach's test records are monitored.) Test days require cancellation of some regularly scheduled sessions, though an effort is made to minimize this disruption. For test day, skaters usually wear their competition or dance dresses, however a skating skirt and nice top are also acceptable. Their hair is expected to be pulled back away from their face or up in a ponytail or bun so that their facial expressions can be seen. Makeup is not required however some parents use this time to do a ―make up trial run‖ for competitions. Skaters are not required to try their dance tests in dance dresses however it is recommended for skaters who are working on their Senior Bronze or higher dances. Skate Canada STARSkate Tests Low Tests: Preliminary - Dances (Dutch Waltz, Canasta Tango, Baby Blues), Skills. Freeskate– two parts (Elements and Program) Junior Bronze -Dances (Swing, Fiesta Tango. Willow Waltz), Skills, Freeskate– two parts (Elements and Program) Senior Bronze - Dances (Ten Fox, Fourteen Step, European Waltz), Skills, Freeskate– two parts (Elements and Program) High Tests: Junior Silver - Dances (Keat's Foxtrot, Harris Tango, American Waltz, Rocker Foxtrot), Skills, Freeskate– two parts (Elements and Program) Senior Silver - Dances (Paso Doble, Blues, Starlight Waltz, Kilian, Cha-Cha), Skills, Freeskate – two parts (Elements and Program) Gold - Dances (Quickstep, Viennese Waltz, Westminster Waltz, Argentine Tango, Silver Samba), Skills, Freeskate– two parts (Elements and Program) Diamond Dances - Ravensburger Waltz, Austrian Waltz, Tango Romantica, Golden Waltz, Yankee Polka, Rhumba Interpretive - Introductory, Bronze, Silver and Gold * Each Dance level passing at least three to six dances. 26 COMPETITIONS Skaters in the STARSkate program have the opportunity to participate in competitions with other skaters of similar skill level. Competitions are eagerly anticipated by many skaters as an opportunity to show off their skating skills for audiences that usually include their families and friends. This is another venue for practicing the life skills that skating encourages them to develop. Local invitational competitions are held throughout the season by various skating clubs. Our club Competition Chair will post the dates and entry deadlines on the Georgetown Skating Club website and on the board at the arena. These competitions are also listed on the Skate Canada Central Ontario Section website and the Skate Canada Western Ontario Section website. There are a few competitions that also include Canskaters. Your coach will have a special competition fee for attending competitions with your child. Please discuss this with your coach in advance. We will once again be hosting our club competition this year and the date is set for February 13, 2010. It is a fun competition with many different categories. Finally, the first annual area competition is Skates Alive, this competition caters to all levels of skaters and is a good place to get your first taste of a skating competition. This will be held in Grand Valley December 11-13, 2009. Please see our website or arena bulletin board for more details on Skates Alive. What do I need for my first competition? Here is our competition check list of 10 important details you need to know about competition outfits, skates, hair, skate bags, organizing your music, competition etiquette, dressing rooms, warming-up and awards. 1. Dress or competition outfit competition dress tights – 2 pairs club competition Jacket or Black Jacket with a collar gloves (warm up only) 2. Skates clean and polish your skates use white skate polish if necessary check laces (replace worn laces with new, must be clean) sharpen 1-2 weeks before competition (or closer to competition if skating often) 3. Hair a lot of girls wear their hair in a bun (use LOTS of gel and spray and a hairnet if your hair is long enough) If your hair is too short for a bun, it must be pulled back out of your face boys should have neat hair as well, use hair products to keep in place 4. Skate bag bring your dress/outfit and sweater in a garment bag hair spray, glitter, make up, mirror guards water bottle healthy, non-sticky or staining snack 27 5. Music keep a 2 competition copies in your garment bag when you receive new music, save it on your computer so you can make copies as needed hand in 2 CD's at registration desk when you arrive each competition has different requirement for music, so please read the announcement where you will find the rules and regulations for each competition. 6. Competition arrive 1 hour before your event with your hair and makeup done register, ask where start list is posted and are they running on time? look for the bulletin board and check the start order look for your coach as soon as you arrive 7. Dressing rooms parents are not allowed in the dressing rooms go to the washroom before putting on your competition outfit when you get to the dressing room area check in with the Ice Captain (this is the person who is responsible for telling the skaters when to go on the ice so they need to know that you are there) 8. Warm-up your coach will do a warm-up with you (stretching/jumping, etc) so bring athletic shoes put your skates on one group before you skate (if you need to help to tie skates there will be an area where parents can do this) 9. After you skate: take off your skates, but leave your competition outfit on check for results (careful not to read the start list), results are posted over the start list results can take anywhere from 20 – 60 minutes to be posted 1st to 6th usually receive an award (but sometimes it is 1st –3rd only) if you place top 3, put on your skates for presentations (if there is going to be a presentation) ask at the registration desk where and when to go for presentations (usually immediately following the posting of the results) 10. ************* PICK UP YOUR MUSIC ************* Remember Have Fun!!!! 28 Extra Ice Time (Ticket-Ice) There is always ticket ice somewhere! Ticket ice is extra ice time given by the rink or town. It is not through the club and is offered at many places. There is ticket ice available in Georgetown on Thursday mornings from 8:00 – 9:30 AM, and also on Wednesday afternoons from 2:30 – 3:50 PM. There will also be ticket ice available in Brampton 6:00 – 9:00 AM and 2:00 – 4:00 PM daily and Acton Wednesday mornings from 8:00 – 920 AM and Friday mornings from 8:00 – 920AM. The fee is $5.00 per person. This is figure skating ticket ice/patch ice (Brampton) you may use the ice with or without a coach. Off-Ice Training Skaters may be encouraged by their coaches to do off-ice training, which may include Pilates, ballet, yoga, weight training, ballroom dancing (particularly for ice dancers), jump training or other activities. The amount and type of off-ice training depends on the skater's needs and the coach's recommendations. Some coaches provide specific classes for their skaters. Year-End Banquet (April) This festive sit-down dinner celebrates the accomplishments of skaters and volunteers. Trophies and awards are presented to skaters who have passed specific test levels and for the placement of skaters at competitions outside of our club (this is based on a point system). For specific details on how the trophies are awarded please speak to the Test Chair. Volunteers are also recognized for their hard work for the Club. It's a great family party featuring videos of our skating talent and lots of lively footwork on the dance floor. CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT Each skater is required to wear their hair up in a ponytail or bun, and secured with hair clips. Students are required to wear proper skating attire. This includes a skating dress, skirt or stretch pants. LuLu Lemon pants are not encouraged, since the pants are not tight near the skates and may cause students to trip. There are great pants at the Skating Boutique that we encourage students to wear, they fit over the skate and do not cause any trips and falls. Baggy sweaters are also not encouraged, nor are tight shorts. Attire should be of a sporty nature. Boys are expected to wear suitable pants and a sweater or jacket. Gloves or mittens must be worn at all times, except during a solo run through. The most important piece of skating equipment is your ice skates. The skates consist of a boot, which is usually leather, and a blade. Your boots must fit properly, which means that they should be snug yet relatively comfortable, and provide good support for your ankles. A good pair of used skates will always be better than a pair of poor quality new ones. Your coach is the best source of information on which skates are best for your child or a store that specializes in skates like the Figure Skating Boutique. The blades are made of steel and must be kept dry and well protected or they will rust. You should wear skate guards at all times off the ice. After you finish skating thoroughly dry your blades and boots with an absorbent cloth, and store with blade covers. The skates should not be stored with the guards on. Skates should be sharpened after approximately 20-30 hours of skating. Skates should not be sharpened just before a test or competition; a skater should have enough time to skate on them two or three times first. 29 Sharpening Your Skates All new skates and skates that have not been skated on for a month will need to be sharpened before you skate on them. Re-sharpen skates after approximately 20-30 hours of skating. More frequent sharpening may be required, if the skater walks on concrete, rubber or carpeted surfaces without guards, if the blades are not wiped dry, or if there are severe nicks and rough surfaces on the edges of the blade. Figure Skates should only be sharpened by someone who specializes in figure skates. Sports Unlimited, 170 Guelph St, Georgetown, Phone: (905) 877-5546 ask for Brendan Paul Fisher Sharpening, River Oaks Arena, Oakville (905) 257-2155 or Ice & Nice, 2445 Glenwood School Dr, Burlington (905) 335-0380 Figure Skating Boutique, 6174 Yonge St, Toronto (416) 225-1377 Allan Carsons (905) 821-7826 (call for an appointment) Where to look for Skating Apparel The Figure Skating Boutique, 6174 Yonge St, Toronto (416) 225-1377 Kimby's Apparel Ltd, 7 Wesleyan St, Georgetown (905) 702-9222 Ice & Nice, 2445 Glenwood School Dr, Burlington (905) 335-0380 Brampton Skating Club has a consignment Store at Cassie Campbell Community Center http://www.skatecanadabrampton.ca Who Do I Talk To 1. If you have questions or concerns regarding your child's skating, lessons time, skates, anything to do with what you have hired your coach to do – Talk to your coach. 2. If you have questions or concerns regarding club operations or general information please contact one of the board members listed on the first page or use email@example.com. Skating for Life Canadians love figure skating! Every winter, millions of Canadians take to the ice, indoors and outdoors in search of fun and fitness. The Georgetown Skating Club sanctioned by Skate Canada provides skating programs which are designed to allow individuals to participate in skating for life. Our programs provide participants with basic skating skills, advanced figure skating techniques, test and competitive opportunities, awards and incentives and the chance to learn new skills in a fun and positive environment. 30 Glossary of Terms Jumps Waltz Jump: Generally the first rotational jump that skaters learn. The skater takes off from a forward outside edge, completes 1/2 revolution in the air, and lands on the back outside edge of the opposite foot. Salchow Jump: A jump in which the skater takes off from the back inside edge of the skating foot, rotates one rotation in the air and lands on the back outside edge of the opposite foot. Named after its originator, Ulrich Salchow. Variations: double Salchow, triple Salchow, quadruple Salchow, one foot Salchow. ☺Neat fact: The 1965 World Champion and 1964 World and Olympic bronze medalist Petra Burka became the first woman to complete a triple jump in competition - the triple Salchow performed at the 1962 Canadian Championships in Toronto, Ontario. Toe Loop Jump: A toe jump in which the skater takes off from the back outside edge of the skating foot with assistance of the toe of the free foot and turns one rotation in the air, landing on the back outside edge of the take-off foot. Variations: double toe loop, triple toe loop, and quadruple toe loop. ☺Neat fact: Canadian Kurt Browning was the first skater to complete a quadruple toe loop in competition at the 1988 World Championships in Budapest, Hungary. Loop Jump: A jump in which the skater takes off from the back outside edge of the skating foot, turns one rotation in the air and lands on the back outside edge of the take-off foot. Variations: double loop, triple loop, 1/2 loop (a one rotation jump in which the skater lands on the back inside edge of the opposite foot from take-off) Flip Jump: A toe jump in which the skater takes off from the back inside edge of the skating foot with assistance from the toe of the free foot, turns one rotation in the air and lands on the back outside edge of the original free foot. Variations: double flip, triple flip. Lutz Jump: A toe jump in which the skater takes off from the back outside edge of the skating foot with assistance of the free foot toe, rotates in the reverse direction one rotation in the air and lands on the back outside edge of the opposite foot. Variations: double Lutz, triple Lutz. ☺Neat fact: 1962 - Donald Jackson completes first-ever triple Lutz in competition. Axel Paulsen: The skater takes off from the forward outside edge of the skate, completes 11/2 revolutions in the air and lands on the back outside edge of the opposite foot. Named after its originator. Variations: double Axel, triple Axel, inside Axel, one-foot Axel. ☺Neat fact: Canada's Vern Taylor became the first skater to land a triple Axel in competition at the 1978 World Championships in Ottawa. 31 Spins There are three main categories of spins: 1. The upright spin 2. The camel spin 3. The sit spin There are many variations within each of these categories. Upright Spin: A spin where a skater's body stays more or less vertical to the ice. This category includes one-foot spins, backspins, cross foot spins, and the layback spin. The layback spin is a spin primarily performed by female skaters (though more men are performing this difficult spin today) where the back is arched and the free leg is drawn up slightly. Variations include the Bielman position (the skater catches the blade of the free foot in their hands and pulls the free-leg up over their head) and sideways leaning spin in which the skater arches to one side while maintaining an upright position. Sit Spin: As the name indicates a sit spin is classified as any spin in which the skater's body is located close to the ice and the skating knee is bent to allow the skater to appear to be 'sitting'. Variations include flying sit; flying change sit, sit change sit spin and more. Camel Spin: A spin position in which the skater's body is horizontal to the ice except for the leg on which they are spinning. Variations on this spin include a flying camel (change foot in air prior to start of spin) and death-drop (a dramatic flying entry). To increase the difficulty of a camel spin skaters will often perform a forward camel spin on an outside edge, or a back camel on an inside edge. Arm and leg position variations also increase the difficulty of spins and can be very effective from an aesthetic standpoint. Turns in figure skating ---- 3-turn, bracket, counter, rocker? 32


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Stephen King wants "Under the Dome" to help bookstores
Hoping to prevent the creation of a retail landscape in which bookstores start going down like dominos, super-author Stephen King will hold back the release of the electronic version of his latest novel, "Under the Dome," scheduled to appear in hardback on Nov. 10. According to Scribner, King's publisher, the e-book version will not become available till 12:01 am on Dec. 24.
And despite the drastic discounting of bestsellers announced this month by various large retailers, the list price for the "Under the Dome" e-book will be $35 (although retailers, of course, can always discount).
It's not as if King has anything against e-books. On the contrary, in addition to being a self-confessed (and very happy) Kindle owner, King has been an e-book innovator from the start. His 2000 e-novella "Riding the Bullet" was first published for free online and, early this year, when Amazon.com brought out a new edition of the Kindle, King's novella "Ur" was sold exclusively through the new Kindle.
But in an interview with the Wall Street Journal, King said that he wanted to help both independent bookstores and national bookstore chains sell the hardcover edition of his book. "I never thought we'd see people preordering a copy for $8.98," he said. "My thinking was to give bookstores a chance to make some money."

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