Testing
Next CFSC Test Sessions:
Saturday, April 10, 2010
MITF/FS/Dance through Gold/International
1-5pm
Application deadline March 31
Deadline is a "received by" date, not a postmark deadline. Applications with incomplete information INCLUDING missing USFSA # will be returned and must be resubmitted by deadline. You may put applications in Leslie Knott's file folder at the rink, but please put them in a sealed envelope and put in top drawer of metal file cabinet -- NOT in the wooden desk -- and pay by check (no cash). Test schedule will be posted online.
Coaches - you must have your background certification (this includes partnering pros and coaches of non-home club skaters too)
to participate in coaching or partnering your students at the test session.
April 10, 2010 Test Application
December 7, 2009 Dance Test Results
Congratulations! Last season we hosted 167 tests over 7 sessions with 8 skaters passing 9 gold level tests!
June 28, 2009 SCOCO Test Results
February 15, 2009 SCOCO Test Results
Testing Opportunities at Columbus FSC
· We offer regularly scheduled sessions every other month, typically in January, March, late May/early June, August, and October.
· We offer moves in the field and free skate through gold, and dance through international.
· Priority for a session goes first to home club members, then non-home club members, then out of club. Within those groups, priority goes to higher level tests and to graduating seniors.
· The test chair must receive all applications must be received by the posted deadline. Postmarks are not accepted – if you might be late, don’t mail your application. Contact the test chair to make arrangements to deliver it yourself.
· Test fees are not refunded if a test isn’t taken, including any contingency tests not attempted.
· You may not test if you have outstanding obligations to your professional or to Columbus FSC.
Test Session Information
· The schedule will be posted on the Columbus FSC website (www.columbusfsc.com) as soon as it is available, usually a minimum of 2-3 days in advance of the session.
· Tests are prioritized and scheduled based on judge availability, which may necessitate your skater testing on an alternate day and/or time to be mutually agreed upon by the test chair, skater, and professional.
· Plan to be at the rink ready to skate at least 30 minutes before your scheduled WARM-UP time.
· Order of tests, length of warm-up, etc., is not final even after posting. Changes may be necessary and will be at the test chair’s discretion.
· Please make sure you and your professional are accessible the day before and day of the test session in case of any changes to the schedule.
· By submitting an application, you are applying to test at any given time during the session, similar to entering a competition.
· Personal requests by skaters and/or coaches for times, skating order, etc., cannot be accommodated fairly with the number of tests we conduct.
· Results will be provided at the first break following your test. Copies will be provided, and originals will remain on file with the club.
Conduct
· To give all skaters the best opportunity to succeed, we must maintain a calm and supportive atmosphere in the rink and in the lobby. Success and disappointment must both be expressed quietly since others will be on the ice or preparing to test.
· Please remember to thank the judges who volunteer their time and have spent countless hours preparing themselves to fairly and effectively evaluate your work.
· You may also thank volunteers who have contributed to the test session, including those who announced and played music, as well as the coaches for preparing you and your family for supporting your efforts.
What if I can’t test at this session?
· We offer sessions at least every other month, and there are typically sessions available in the Columbus area on a monthly basis. In addition, there are several other clubs within a short drive who may have a scheduled session that will fill your needs.
· If you are a home club member and would like permission to test out of club, please send the test chair a letter or e-mail (preferred, send to lknott@columbus.rr.com) with the following information:
o Skater’s name and USFSA # - must have BOTH!
o Test(s) to be attempted
o Club conducting the test session, along with the test chairperson’s name and address, along with the date of the session
o Address, e-mail, or fax number where permission is to be sent, and an addressed, stamped envelope if the permission is to be mailed.
· Requests to test on freestyle ice (not during a regularly scheduled test session) must meet certain criteria in order to be approved.
o The skater must need the test in order to enter a qualifying competition, must be moving out of the Columbus area, or must be a graduating senior (with additional special circumstances).
o All requests must be presented to the test chair.
o If a request is approved, the professional is responsible for acquiring the necessary judge(s) and for ensuring judging qualifications are met. Skaters must fill out a test application and provide it to the test chair along with the appropriate fee in advance of the test.
Frequently asked Question:
How do I obtain permission to test out of club?
PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING OUT OF CLUB PERMIT TO TEST
Please send a letter or email with the following information:
1. Name of skater
2. Skater’s USFSA number
3. Test or tests to be tried
4. Date of test session
5. Name of club and test chairperson conducting the test session
6. Address, email, or fax number where permit is to be sent
Please enclose a self addressed, stamped envelope if permit is to be mailed.
Mail request to:
Leslie Knott
190 S. Ardmore Road
Columbus, OH 43209
Email request to: LKnott@columbus.rr.com
Please allow more than 3 days for request to be processed.