Test Rules and Procedures:
Only registered USFSA skaters in good standing with their club are allowed to test.
Rules:
Skaters must know the rules of testing in general, and the requirements for the level they are testing.
The required skills are listed in the USFSA rulebook.
Notices:
Club test sessions are announced on the Club bulletin Board, on our web site and on tcfsc.org.
Application:
Applications are available from the Club bulletin board and must be filled in completely and turned in to the
Test Chair by the due date along with any test fees. The fee is non-refundable after the deadline date.
Eligibility:
Club members in good standing can test at home club sessions. Club members may also test at another club's test
session by obtaining a letter of permission from the NB NSC FSC test Chair. Skaters must pay the test fee and abide
by the test rules of the testing club. Please refer to the USFSA rulebook for compete testing criteria.
Test Day:
The skater should arrive at the arena 45 minutes before the scheduled time of their test. Sometimes sessions move
more quickly than expected.
Dress:
The skater should dress appropriately to test. Laces should be clean and skates should be polished. Skaters should
appear neat and wear appropriate attire. Judges must be able to see the flow and movement of the skater.
Visitors:
Visitors may watch the test, however only Pros are allowed with skaters near the entrance to the rink.
Results:
A copy of the judging test results will be given to the skater. The original will be given to the Test Chair who will
forward them to the USFSA. Passing results are published in the USFSA Skating magazine under the name of the
skater's home club.
Awards:
Pins are awarded at the annual meeting and Banquet to skaters who have passed tests during the year.