Step sequences seem the most difficult to evaluate for skaters, but only minimal changes have been made to the scoring of them for the upcoming season.
They are:
- Step sequences will continue to be evaluated based on the types of turns and steps within in, but the ISU has removed 'running steps' from the list of acceptable steps for a step sequence (VICTORY!)
- Levels 1-4 are awarded based on the general criteria of 'minimum variety (must include at least 5 turns & 2 steps, none of the types can be counted more than twice),' 'simple variety (must include at least 7 turns & 4 steps, none of the types can be counted more than twice),' 'variety (must include at least 9 turns and 4 steps, none of the types can be counted more than twice),' and 'complexity (must include at least 5 different types of turns and 3 different types of steps all
executed at least once in both directions')
- Rotations in either direction (left and right) with full body rotation covering at least 1/3 of the
pattern in total for each rotational direction
- Use of body movements for at least 1/3 of the pattern (defined as "means the visible use for a combined total of at least 1/3 of the pattern of the step sequence any movements of the arms, head, torso, hips and legs that have an effect on the balance of the main body core")
- Two different combinations of 3 difficult turns (rockers, counters, brackets, twizzles, loops)
executed with a clear rhythm within the sequence (combinations of turns meaning turns done on the same foot without putting a foot down or changing feet). These combinations are considered the same when the same turns are executed on the same foot, in the same direction, and in the same order.
Essentially, levels are awarded based on the number of turns and steps. Levels are also awarded based on body movements, meaning the skater doesn't just stand straight and execute a series of turns
Hope you guys are enjoying this so far! Pairs breakdown (a long one) is coming to you next week.
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