Components Flashcards
Definition Composition
The intentional, developed and / or original arrangement of the repertoire of all types of movements into a meaningful whole according to the principles of proportion, unity, space, pattern and musical structure.
Definition Presentation
The demonstration of engagement, commitment and involvement based on an understanding of the music and composition.
Definition Skating Skills
The ability of the skater to execute the skating repertoire of steps, turns and skating movements with blade and body control.
Criteria Composition
Multidimensional movements and use of space
Connections between and within the elements
Choreography reflecting musical phrase and form
Pattern and ice coverage
Unity
Criteria Presentation
Expressiveness & projection
Variety and contrast of energy and of movements
Musical sensitivity and timing
Oneness and awareness of space (Pair Skating, Ice Dance, Synchronized Skating)
Criteria Skating Skills
Variety of edges, steps, turns, movements and directions
Clarity of edges, steps, turns, movements and body control.
Balance and glide
Flow
Power and speed
Unison
What are Serious Error(s)?
Serious errors are falls and/or mistakes which result in a break in the delivery of the program. This break can be minimal or more pronounced and noticeable. These errors must be reflected in the mark awarded for each program component. The consequence depends on the severity and impact they have on the fluidity and continuity of the program.
Maximum PC
Only 1 serious error
9.50
Maximum PC
2 or more serious errors
8.75
Category / Mark range / Definition
Platinum 10 Outstanding
Diamond 9.75 Excellent
Gold:
8.00 – 8.75 Very good
7.00 – 7.75 Good
Green:
6.00 – 6.75 Above average
5.00 – 5.75 Average
Orange:
4.00 – 4.75 Below Average
3.00 – 3.75 Weak
Red:
2.00 – 2.75 Poor
1.00 – 1.75 Very poor
0.25 – 0.75 Extremely poor
