Upcoming Test Sessions
February 5, 2024 (Virtual)
- Tests offered through Gold Skating Skills, through Silver Singles and all Solo Pattern Dance.
- Registration will open at 10 AM on 1/8/24 and close on 1/22/24
- Videos are due no later than midnight on 2/4/24 sent to Pat at a1topskate@aol.com
March 18, 2024 / 12-3 PM (In Person)
Affidavit for Virtual Test Submission
*The Club reserves the right to cancel a test session if not enough skaters register or there will be an upcharge added to cover the cost
Competition Protocol Test
Skaters who choose to submit a Competition Protocol Test to USFS will be responsible to collect all of the necessary paperwork. Completed paperwork will need to be sent electronically to a1topskate@aol.com. Cost is $30 paid to the Test Chair.
What is a Test Session?
Figure skating in the U.S. can be either competitive or recreational, and those learning to skate can choose either route. While competitive skaters are required to participate in the U.S. testing structure to eventually compete in qualifying competitions, recreational skaters can also opt to take tests in order to continually challenge themselves and their abilities. The official tests of U.S. Figure Skating may be taken by all figure skaters who are members of a member club or collegiate club, individual members who are currently registered with U.S. Figure Skating and are otherwise qualified under these rules. Test sessions can only be held under the auspices and control of a member club. Sessions are organized and run under procedures outlined in the U.S. Figure Skating rulebook and judged by USFSA judges, according to standards established by the association. Tests are marked on a “pass” or “retry” basis. Some tests have numeric marks associated with them that determine if the test is a “pass” or “retry.” These are used to establish a “passing” average, and judges use this number as a basis for the quality of the test. Different tests have different standards for “pass” and “retry,” along with different procedures for re-skating elements in a test. For details, candidates should consult the rulebook for the particular test to be taken. If a test is marked “retry” a skater may not retake the test prior to the 27th following the date of the original test.