Choreographic sequence

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A choreographic sequence is a required element for figure skating in all international competitions. It is required in the free skating programs of senior and junior single skaters and in the free skating programs of senior pair skaters. It is also required during ice dancers' rhythm dances and free dances. Judges do not evaluate individual elements in a choreographic sequence; rather, they note that it was accomplished. Skaters must fulfill certain requirements to fulfill the highest points possible during choreographic sequences.

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There are seven types of choreographic elements in ice dance: the Choreographic lift, the Choreographic spinning movement, the Choreographic assisted jump/lifting movement, the Choreographic twizzling movement, the Choreographic sliding movement, and the Choreographic character step sequence, and the choreographic hydroblading movement.

Background

A choreographic sequence is a required element for figure skating in all international competitions. [1] According to the International Skating Union (ISU), the organization that oversees the sport, a choreographic sequence "consists of at least two different skating movements like steps, turns, spirals, arabesques, spread eagles, Ina Bauers, hydroblading, any jumps with maximum of 2 revolutions, spins, etc." [2] Senior and junior single skaters must include a maximum of one choreographic sequence in their free skating program. [3] [a]

Judges do not evaluate individual elements in a choreographic sequence; rather, they note that it was accomplished. [5] For example, any spin or any single and double jumps included in a choreographic sequence are not included in the final score. If a skater performs a jump with more than two revolutions, the sequence is considered ended. [6] There are no restrictions, but the sequence must be clearly visible. The technical panel identifies when a choreographic sequence begins, at its first movement, and ends, which occurs when the skater prepares to perform the next element if it is not the last element of the program. It can be executed before or after the step sequence. [5]

Single skaters must include the following in order to earn the highest points possible during choreographic sequences: it must have originality and creativity, the sequence must match the music; and their performance must be effortless throughout the entire sequence, with good energy, execution, and flow. They must also have the following: good precision and clarity; skaters must use the entire ice surface; and skaters must demonstrate "excellent commitment" and control of their whole body while performing their choreographic sequences. [7] Pair skaters, in order to earn the most points possible, must include the following: it must have originality and creativity; the sequence must match the music and reflect the program's concept and character; and demonstrate effortlessness of the element as a sequence. They must also do the following: use the entire ice surface; demonstrate good unison between the partners; and demonstrate "excellent commitment" and control of the whole body. [8]

Notes

  1. ↑ After the 2026-2027 season, the choreographic sequence will no longer be required in the free skating programs of pair skaters. [4]

References

  1. ↑ S&P/ID 2021, p. 107, 115, 127
  2. ↑ S&P/ID 2024, pp. 114, 125
  3. ↑ S&P/ID 2024, pp. 111-112
  4. ↑ S&P/ID 2024, pp. 122-123
  5. 1 2 S&P/ID 2021, pp. 109, 117
  6. ↑ "Technical Panel Handbook: Single Skating 2022/2023". International Skating Union. 15 July 2022. p. 6. Archived from the original on 17 January 2021. Retrieved 27 July 2022.
  7. ↑ ISU 2334, p. 8
  8. ↑ ISU 2334, p. 9

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