INVITATION Hungarian Gymnastic Federaion Aerobic Discipline 1146 Budapest, Istvánmezei út 1-3. Tel: +36-1-460-6941 Fax: +36-1-460-6907 E-mail: aerobik@tornasport.hu Hungarian Sports Aerobics Cup Final 2010 International Open 22nd/24th October 2010 Budapest Hungary Dear Friends, The Hungarian Gymnastics Federation Aerobic Discipline is pleased to welcome you to the Hungarian Sports Aerobics Cup Final, which is going to be an International Open too,on 22nd/24th October 2010 in Budapest, Hungary. Please find below the participation conditions and the rules. Competition Venue: Provisional timetable: Fri. 22 nd of October: Sat. 23 rd of October: Sun. 24 th of October: Mon. 25 th of October: Budapest Arrival of delegations. Training at the competition venue Competition starts at the afternoon Qualifications Finals Departure of delegations Detailed timetable will be provided later on. Definite Registration: Until Tuesday, 31 st of August 2010 Nominative Registration: Until Friday, 24 th of September 2010 Age Categories, Competitions/Categories, Participation Fee: IW IM MP TR GR Senior 18,18+ 20 20 30 45 60 AG2 15;16;17 20 20 30 45 60 AG1 12;13;14 20 20 30 45 60 ND 7-11 - - - 45 60 It have to be paid in Euro to the account of the Hungarian Gymnastics Federation until 24 th of September 2010. New Category STEP AEROBIC We are happy to inform you that a new category STEP AEROBIC - will be placed for international competitors in line with the national competition. Please find the Rules of Step Aerobic in the separate file enclosed! If you have any question regarding this new category, please contact the Hungarian Gymnastics Federation Aerobic Discipline. Participation Fee The participation fee is EUR 80,- / Step Group. It have to be paid in Euro to the account of the Hungarian Gymnastics Federation until 24 th of September 2010. The number of participants in each category from each country is 3 per nation/ category. Floor: Spieth Juries: Delegations are requested to send a minimum of 1 judge with valid FIG/ national brevet. Contact, Registration and Information Hungarian Gymnastics Federation Aerobic Discipline 1146 Budapest, Istvánmezei út 1-3. Tel: +36-1-460-6941; Fax: +36-1-460-6907; E-mail: aerobik@tornasport.hu
Hungarian Gymnastics Federation Aerobic Discipline General Competition Rules 2009-2012 GENERAL COMPETITION RULES 2009-2012 Edition 25 Sep, 2009 Valid from 1 st January, 2010 Hungarian Gymnastics Federation Aerobic Discipline 1146 Budapest, Istvánmezei str. 1-3. Tel: 06-1-460-6941 Fax: 06-1-460-6907 E-mail: aerobik@tornasport.hu
AEROBIC GYMNASTICS (SA=Sportaerobics) General Rules (to be applied with COP 2009-2012) Purpose of the competition system: To ensure competition opportunity for club competitors. Applied rules: Own rules of MAESZ (Hungarian Gymnastics Federation Aerobic Discipline), which is based on FIG Code of Points (COP) 2009-2012. Participants: Competitors with MAESZ licence. Age groups: AG 3 7-11 years old (in the year of the competition) AG 2. 12-14 years old (in the year of the competition) AG 1. 15-17 years old (in the year of the competition) Senior 18+ (in the year of the competition) Possibility to compete in other age group: none Categories: Individual women (IW) difficulty point divided by 2 Individual men (IM) difficulty point divided by 2 Mixed pair (MP) difficulty point divided by 2 Trio (TR) 3 men difficulty point divided by 2 3 women or mixed difficulty point divided by 1,9 Groups (GR) 6 men difficulty point divided by 2 6 women or mixed difficulty point divided by 1,9 Note: In point of the Hungarian Cup Series a trio and a group counts for the same unit if in case of trios 2 competitors, in case of groups 4 competitors are constant members of the unit in the given year. (In case of trio 1 competitor, in case of group 2 competitors can be changed.) A competitor can only compete in maximum 3 units, but it is forbidden to compete twice in the same unit (e.g. a competitor cannot compete in two different trios.) Competition area: AG competitors: IW, IM, MP, TR GR Seniors: IW, IM, MP, TR, GR 7m x 7m 10m x 10m 7m x 7m 10m x 10m Competition attire: FIG COP 2009-2012 Dress Code applicable for all age groups defined above. 2/35
SPORTAEROBICS SA (1) Rules 2009-2012 Age group 3 (AG3) Age group 2 (AG2) Age group 1 (AG1) Senior Age 7-11 12-14 15-17 18; 18+ (in the year of the competition) (in the year of the competition) (in the year of the competition) (in the year of the competition) Categories TR, GR IW, IM, MP, TR, GR IW, IM, MP, TR, GR IW, IM, MP, TR, GR Prohibited Elements Competition Space Music Length 1 Arm Push Up 1 Arm Support Landing in Push Up or to 1 Arm COP prohibited elements* 7 x 7 m: TR 10 x10 m: GR 1 minute 15 seconds (+/- 5 sec) 1 Arm Push Up 1 Arm Support Landing to 1 Arm COP prohibited elements* 7 x 7 m: IM IW MP TR 10 x 10 m: GR 1 minute 30 seconds (+/- 5 sec) Landing to 1 Arm COP prohibited elements* 7 x 7 m: IM IW MP TR 10 x 10 m: GR 1 minute 30 seconds (+/- 5 sec) IM, IW 1 minute 45 seconds (+/- 5 sec) MP, TR, GR COP prohibited elements* 7 x 7 m: IM IW 10 x10 m: MP TR GR 1 minute 30 seconds (+/- 5 sec) IM, IW 1 minute 45 seconds (+/- 5 sec) MP, TR, GR Total Difficulty Elements 6 8 10 IW, IM categories 10 MP, TR, GR categories 12 Compulsory Elements (must be performed without combination) 1. Push Up A101 2. Tuck Jump C262 3. Split D181 1. Push Up A101 2. Straddle Support B102 3. 1/1 Air Turn C103 4. Pancake D213 1. Wenson Push Up A143 2. Straddle Support 1/1 Turn B104 3. Straddle Jump C383 4. Free Support Vertical Split D183 Elements Allowed Value 0,1 0,4 0,1 0,5 0,1 0,6 with 1 element of 0,7 0,3 1,0 0,1 and 0,2 not counted as element Floor Elements Maximum 4 Maximum 6 Maximum 6 IM, IW - Maximum 5 MP, TR, GR Maximum 6 Push Up Landing Split Landing 0 Maximum 1 Maximum 1 Maximum 1 Maximum 2 Maximum 2 Maximum 2 Maximum 2 Element Pool (Group A,B,C,) 1 element from each group 2 element from each group 2 element from each group 1 element from each group Lifts 1 1 2 3 Deductions (difficulty) ** All combinations of 2 elements are not counted toward the group. 1,0 for elements values higher than 0,4 1,0 element landing to Push Up 1,0 for elements landing to 1 arm 1,0 for elements in 1 arm support 1,0 repetition of an element 1,0 each missing group** (max 2 points) 1,0 more than 4 elements on floor 1,0 missing compulsory element 1,0 missing optional elements 1,0 for elements values higher than 0,5 1,0 more than one element landing to Push Up and in Split position 1,0 for elements landing to 1 arm 1,0 for elements in 1 arm support 1,0 repetition of an element 1,0 each missing group** (max 2 points) 1,0 more than 6 elements on floor 1,0 missing compulsory element 1,0 missing optional elements 1,0 for elements values higher than 0,7 1,0 more than one element of value 0,7 pt 1,0 more than two elements landing in Push Up and in Split position 1,0 for elements landing to 1 arm 1,0 repetition of an element 1,0 each missing group** (max 2 points) 1,0 more than 6 elements on floor 1,0 missing compulsory element 1,0 missing optional elements 1,0 more than 10/12 elements 1,0 more than 5/6 elements on floor 1,0 more than two elements landing in Push Up and in Split position 1,0 repetition of an element 1,0 each missing group** (1) The following rules (different from COP Rules) should be applied on the Hungarian competitions. *Prohibited elements, moves listed in COP 2009-2012: saltos, cartwheel, handstand, use of any movement which is against the natural posture of the body (prohibit any back bend, toe hinge or plough), any circus or acrobatic moves, propelling (=Propelling is defined as when a person is thrown by a partner or a partner is used to spring off into an airborne position. Airborne is defined as when a person has no contact with the surface or the partner.) 3/35
Minimum Requirements for Difficulty Group A Dynamic Strength PUSH UP & WENSON PU FAMILIES At the end of the downwards phase the distance between the chest and the floor must not exceed 10 cm from the floor PLIO PUSH UP FAMILY At the end of the downwards phases the chest must not exceed 10 cm from the floor. Both hands must leave the floor together. For Plio Push Up elements with twist, both hands must leave the floor alternately, showing a phase without hand contact after the arm impulse. For airborne Plio Push Up elements must show an airborne phase before the element is completed. A FRAME FAMILY At the end of the downwards phases the chest must not exceed 10 cm from the floor. Piked position in the airborne phase (60 between trunk and legs). CUTS, V & HIGH SUPPORT FAMILIES Airborne phase must be shown before the element is completed. LEG CIRCLE The starting position must be from front support on both hands. The feet must not touch the floor during the element. FLAIR The starting position must be from in FREE front support on both hands. The feet must not touch the floor during the element. Both legs must show a full circle HELICOPTER The longitudinal rotation must be on the upper back only. Must finish facing the same direction as the starting CAPOEIRA WITH TWIST Must be performed with an airborne phase before the element is completed ALL ELEMENTS FINISHING IN WENSON The Wenson Shape must be shown immediately at the moment of the landing The forward leg must be in support on the upper arm immediately at the moment of the landing Group B Static Strength FOR ALL B ELEMENTS Each element must be held for 2 seconds without the hips, legs or feet touching the floor. In case of turns, the support must be held for 2 seconds either at the start, during the turn or at the end of the turn. FULL SUPPORT LEVERS & PLANCHE FAMILIES The straight body must not exceed 20 above the horizontal. Group C Jumps and Leaps FOR ALL JUMPS AND LEAPS FAMILIES (EXCEPT TUCK JUMPS, FREE FALL & GAINER) Legs must be in horizontal position (parallel to the floor). FOR ALL JUMPS AND LEAPS FAMILIES Missed turns 90 or more (till 180 ) will reduce the difficulty value by 0.1 point. AIR TURN Missed turns 90 or more (till 180 ) will reduce the difficulty value by 0.1 point FOR TUCK JUMPS Airborne legs: knees at waist level at least. FOR GAINER, FREE FALL & TAMARO Hands and feet must touch the floor at the same time. DOUBLE FAN KICK The legs have to show full circles close to the chest SCISSORS KICK AND KICK SPLIT LEAP The leading leg must be in horizontal position, at least in the air, parallel to the floor FOR ALL JUMPS FINISHING IN WENSON Wenson Shape must be shown immediately at the moment of the landing. The forward leg must be in support on the upper arm immediately at the moment of the landing. Group D Balance and Flexibility FOR ALL ELEMENTS IN GROUP D The angle between legs must be minimum 170 (except D102, D103, D104) ALL ELEMENTS must fulfil the respective minimum requirements for the involved movements TURN & BALANCE FAMILIES All turns must be on the ball of the foot without losing contact with the floor Missed turns 90 or more (till 180 ) will reduce the difficulty value by 0.1 point. ILLUSION FAMILY The rotation of the free leg must be completed vertical plane The elements must be performed without extra turn (90º or more). ELEMENTS IN VERTICAL SPLIT POSITION The foot of the supported leg in the vertical split position, must stay in contact with the floor. BALANCE ELEMENTS: D141, D142, D151 & D152 Competitions for Age Group: These elements must be held for 2 seconds. 4/35
BASIC AEROBIC (BA) - General Rules Purpose of the competition system: To ensure competition opportunity for club competitors, competing on Hungarian Cup Series in BA category. Applied rules: Own rules of MAESZ (Hungarian Gymnastics Federation Aerobic Discipline), which is based on FIG Code of Points (COP) 2009-2012. Participants: Competitors with MAESZ licence, who did not participate on Hungarian Cup Series in SA category. Exception see Unique consideration (page 26.). Age groups: AG 4 7-9 years old (in the year of the competition) AG 3 7-11 years old (in the year of the competition) AG 2. 12-14 years old (in the year of the competition) AG 1. 15-17 years old (in the year of the competition) Senior 18+ (in the year of the competition) Possibility to compete in other age group: In case of trio maximum 1 competitor, in case of group maximum 2 competitors can be entered into older age group category. A competitor can only compete in one age group during the given year. In individual category it is not allowed to compete in other age group. Categories: Individual women/men (IW, IM) difficulty point divided by 1 Trio (TR) 3 competitors (men/women/mixed) difficulty point divided by 1 Groups (GR) 5, 6 or 7 competitors (men/women/mixed) difficulty point divided by 1 Note: In point of the Hungarian Cup Series a trio counts for the same unit if 2 competitors are constant members of the unit in the given year (1 competitor can only be changed). In point of the Hungarian Cup Series a group counts for the same unit if in case of groups contains 5 competitors 3 competitors, in case of groups contains 6 or 7 competitors 4 competitors are constant members of the unit in the given year (2 competitors can be changed). In point of BA, ST, CH a competitor can compete in max. 2 categories, but cannot compete twice in the same category e.g. a competitor cannot compete in two different trios. Competitor who competes in category CH can compete in ST as well, but not in BA. Competitor who competes in category BA can compete in category ST, but not in CH. Competition area: 7m x 7m Competition attire: Everyone should have the same attire, body fitting sport dress (trousers cannot be longer than position of the knees), white monochrome sport /aerobic shoes with white socks. In case of wearing one piece leotard (only girls) it is compulsory to wear flesh coloured transparent tights. Correct aerobics attire must be in non-transparent material. Undergarments must not be shown. The shoe lace cannot hang. Hair must be secured close to the head. Chair of Judges Panel will deduct for attire problems some examples: not skin coloured wrist band, hair band, belt, lace or vest symbol on the attire, as well as spangle hair spray, coloured hairgrip and wearing jewellery (wedding ring, earring and other body jewel) is not allowed. It is allowed to wear glasses, but if the competitor looses them, deduction will be made. The composition and evaluation method is the same as it is detailed in the Code of Points 2009-2012. The routines are judged according to the COP 2009-2012 artistic and execution judging. 5/35
Compulsory elements: 4 consecutive Jumping Jack performed in front of the judges, on the floor, at the same place, without turning. Arm choreography is optional (it can be performed in troll). All competitors must perform the element simultaneously into the given direction. 4 consecutive sagital High leg kicks (for judges laterally), at the same place, without turning. Arm choreography is optional (it can be performed in troll). All competitors must perform the element simultaneously into the given direction. Diagonal" or "V" formation (see below) must be shown throughout the routine. The diagonal cannot be double diagonal. Circle formation must be shown throughout the routine. For IW and TR categories moving round is compulsory. Lifts Definition Lift: when one or more competitors is lifted, held, and/or carried off the ground, showing a precise shape. A lift may involve any combination of competitors. A lift may demonstrate different shapes and different formations but these must be performed at the same time. In the case of a standing lift, i.e. one person lifting two persons, the lift cannot be higher than 2 persons standing one on top of the other. Physical Interaction is allowed and does not fall under lifts. Physical Interaction is defined as: the relationship between one or more competitors during a movement while in contact with the floor. Rules 1 lift is required in a routine 6/35
Age BASIC-AEROBIC - BA Rules 2009-2012 AG 4. / AG 3.. Age Group 2. Age Group 1. Senior 7-9; 7-11 (in the year of the competition) 12-14 (in the year of the competition) 15-17 (in the year of the competition) 18;18+ (in the year of the competition) Categories TR, GR IW, IM, TR, GR IW, IM, TR, GR IW, IM, TR, GR Prohibited elements 1 Arm Push Up 1 Arm Support Landing in Push Up or to 1 Arm or in split position 1 Arm Push Up 1 Arm Support Landing in Push Up or to 1 Arm or in split position 1 Arm Push Up 1 Arm Support Landing in Push Up or to 1 Arm COP prohibited elements* 1 Arm Push Up 1 Arm Support Landing to 1 Arm COP prohibited elements* COP prohibited elements* COP prohibited elements* Length of the music 1 minute 15 seconds (+/- 5 sec) 1 minute 30 seconds (+/- 5 sec) 1 minute 30 seconds (+/- 5 sec) 1 minute 30 seconds (+/- 5 sec) Compulsory elements 1. 4 Jumping Jack 2. 4 High leg Kick 1. 4 Jumping Jack 2. 4 High leg Kick 1. 4 Jumping Jack 2. 4 High leg Kick Maximum Nr. of difficulty elements 4 6 8 8 Difficulty elements allowed Elements Allowed Value 1. 4 Jumping Jack 2. 4 High leg Kick See table on pages 8,9,10,11 See table on pages 8,9,10,11 See table on pages 8,9,10,11 See table on pages 8,9,10,11 0,1 0,2 0,1 0,2 0,1 0,3 0,1 0,4 with 2 element of 0,4 Floor Elements Maximum 3 Maximum 3 Maximum 4 Maximum 4 Push Up Landing / Split Landing 0/ 0 0/ 0 0/ 1 1/ 1 Groups (A, B, C, D) ** 1 element from each group 1 element from each group 1 element from each group 1 element from each group Lifts 1 1 1 1 Deductions (difficulty) 0,5 for elements values higher than 0,2 0,5 landing in split position 0,5 landing to Push Up 0,5 landing to one arm 0,5 for elements in 1 arm support 0,2 repetition of an element 0,2 each missing group 0,2 more than 3 elements on floor 0,2 missing compulsory element 0,2 more than 4 elements 0,5 for elements values higher than 0,2 0,5 landing in split position 0,5 landing to Push Up 0,5 landing to one arm 0,5 for elements in 1 arm support 0,2 repetition of an element 0,2 each missing group 0,2 more than 3 elements on floor 0,2 missing compulsory element 0,2 more than 6 elements 0,5 for elements values higher than 0,3 0,5 landing to Push Up 0,5 landing to one arm 0,5 for elements in 1 arm support 0,2 repetition of an element 0,2 each missing group 0,2 more than 4 elements on floor 0,2 missing compulsory element 0,2 more than 8 elements 0,5 for elements values higher than 0,4 0,5 more than two elements of value 0,7 pt 0,5 more than one element landing to Push Up and in Split position 0,5 landing to one arm 0,5 for elements in 1 arm support 0,2 repetition of an element 0,2 each missing group 0,2 more than 4 elements on floor 0,2 missing compulsory element 0,2 more than 10 elements * Prohibited elements, moves listed in COP 2009-2012: saltos, cartwheel, handstand, use of any movement which is against the natural posture of the body (prohibit any back bend, toe hinge or plough), any circus or acrobatic moves, propelling (=Propelling is defined as when a person is thrown by a partner or a partner is used to spring off into an airborne position. Airborne is defined as when a person has no contact with the surface or the partner.) ** A deduction will be made for each missing group of the 4 groups of the element pool. 1 element from each group must fulfil the minimum requirements. 7/35
Group A (Dynamic strength) 0,0 Free elements** 0,1 0,2 0,3 0,4 A 100 Push Up on Knees (Fitness Push Up) A 101 Push Up A 102 1 Leg Push Up A 112 Straddle Lateral Push Up A 122 Lateral Push Up A 132 Hinge Push Up A 123 1 Leg Lateral Push Up A 133 1 Leg Hinge Push Up A 143 Wenson Push Up A 153 Free Support Wenson Push Up A 144 Lifted Wenson Push Up A 154 Wenson or free support Wenson Hinge Push Up or Lateral Push Up A 164 Plio Push Up1/1 Twist to Push Up A 173 Plio Push Up Airborne A 261 From Push Up Single Leg Circle A 301 Leg Circle on the Back (Preparation of Helicopter) A 232 High V-Support to Back Support A 302 Leg Circle on the Back ½ Turn (Preparation of Helicopter) A 263 Double Leg ½ Circle A 224 Straddle Cut A 304 Helicopter Elements marked with green cannot be found in the actual Code of Points. ** Free elements: Elements with 0 value. These elements count with 0 in difficulty score calculation and are included in the maximum number of performed elements. These elements must fulfil the minimum requirements as well, in order to fulfil the group (A, B, C, D). 8/35
Group B (Static strength) 0,0 Free elements** 0,1 0,2 0,3 0,4 B 100.1 Straddle, both Leg Lifted, Hands Front or 1 Hand Front 1 Hand Back B 100.2 Straddle with Hip Lifting B 101 Straddle with Hip Lifting (1 Hand Front, 1 Hand Back) B 102 Straddle Support B 103 Straddle Support ½ Turn B 104 Straddle Support 1/1Turn B 122 Straddle Support 1 Leg Raised B 140.1 L-Seat, Straight Legs Lifted B 142 L-Support B 143 L-Support ½ Turn B 144 L-Support 1/1 Turn B 140.2 L-Support, Support on 1 Toe B 173 Straddle V-Support B 174 Straddle V-Support ½ Turn B 140.3 L-Support, Support on 1 Straight Leg B 212 Lifted Static Wenson Support B 194 V-Support B 222 Full Support Straddle Lever B 223 Full Support Straddle Lever ½ Turn B 184 V-Support Legs on One Side B 243 Full Support Lever B 244 Full Support Lever ½ Turn Elements marked with green cannot be found in the actual Code of Points. ** Free elements: Elements with 0 value. These elements count with 0 in difficulty score calculation and are included in the maximum number of performed elements. These elements must fulfil the minimum requirements as well, in order to fulfil the group (A, B, C, D). 9/35
* The marked elements can only be performed by the following age group: BA Seniors Group C (Jumps and Leaps) 0,0 Free elements** 0,1 0,2 0,3 0,4 Elements marked with green cannot be found in the actual Code of Points. C 102 ½ Air Turn C 103 1/1 Air Turn C 104 1 ½ Air Turn C 113 ½ Air Turn to Split C 114 1/1 Air Turn to Split C 123 ½ Air Turn to Frontal Split C 124 1/1 Air Turn to Frontal Split C 141 Free Fall* C 143 Free Fall Airborne* C 144 Free Fall ½ Twist Airborne C 222 Sagittal Scale Airborne to Push Up* C 224 Sagittal Scale 1/1 Twist Airborne to Push Up (Tamaro)* C 234 Sagittal Scale 1/1 Twist Airborne to Split or Prone Split C 262 Tuck Jump C 263 ½ Turn Tuck Jump C 264 1/1 Turn Tuck jump C 273 Tuck Jump to Split C 274 ½ Turn Tuck Jump to Split C 304 Tuck Jump to Push Up* C 381 Air Jack C 382 ½ Turn Air Jack C 383 Straddle Jump C 384 ½ Turn Straddle Jump C 394 Straddle Jump to split C 463 Cossack jump C 464 ½ Turn Cossack Jump C 484 Cossack Jump to Split C 544 Pike Jump C 623 Split Leap C 663 Split Jump C 703 Frontal Split Leap C 713 Frontal Split Jump C 754 Switch Split Leap C 782 Scissors Kick C 813 Double Fan Kick ** Free elements: Elements with 0 value. These elements count with 0 in difficulty score calculation and are included in the maximum number of performed elements. These elements must fulfil the minimum requirements as well, in order to fulfil the group (A, B, C, D). 10/35
Group D (Balance and Flexibility) 0,0 Free elements** 0,1 0,2 0,3 0,4 D 100 Standing on 1 Leg D 102 1/1 Turn D 103 1 1/2 Turn D 104 2/1 Turn D 114 1/1 Turn to Vertical Split D 140 Sagittal Scale D 141 Sagittal Balance D 142 Free Support Sagittal Balance D 144 Balance 1/1 Turn D 151 Frontal Balance D 152 Free Support Frontal Balance D 181 Split D 182 Vertical Split D 183 Free Support Vertical Split D 184 Illusion D 192 Supine Split D 193 Split Roll D 201 Frontal Split D 202 Frontal Vertical Split D 203 Free Support Frontal Vertical Split D 210 Straddle, chest on the floor D 211 Frontal Prone Split D 213 Split Through (Pancake) D 222 Capoeira D 223 Capoeira to Split D 224 Capoeira ½ Twist to Split D 234 Capoeira Switch to Split Elements marked with green cannot be found in the actual Code of Points. ** Free elements: Elements with 0 value. These elements count with 0 in difficulty score calculation and are included in the maximum number of performed elements. These elements must fulfil the minimum requirements as well, in order to fulfil the group (A, B, C, D). 11/35
Difficulty Elements - Families (BA Families are not the same as SA Families!) There are four groups of elements (A, B, C, D). Each element group consists of different families. Elements must be performed from different families. Deductions are made when difficulty elements are from the same family e.g.: - Helicopter and preparation of Helicopter - L-Support and ½ L-Support - Tuck Jump and Tuck Jump to Split - Split and Vertical Split Group A - Families Group B Families: Group C Families: Group D Families: 1. Push Up Family (A 100, A 101, A 102, A 112, A 122, A 132, A 123, A 133) 2. Wenson Push Up Family (A 143, A 153, A 144, A 154) 3. Plio Push Up Family (A 173, A 164) 4. Cut Family (A 224) 5. High V-Support Family (A 232) 6. Leg Circle Family (A 261, A 263) 7. Helicopter and preparation of Helicopter Family (A 301, A 302, A 304) 1. Straddle Support Family (B 100.1, B 100.2, B 101, B 102, B 122, B 103, B 104) 2. L-Support Family (B 140.1, B 140.2, B 140.3, B 142, B 143, B 144) 3. V-Support Family (B 173, B 174, B 184, B 194) 4. Wenson Family (B 212) 5. Lever Support Family (B 222, B 223, B 243, B 244) 1. Air Turn Family (C 102, C 103, C 113, C 123, C 104, C 114, C 124) 2. Free fall Family (C 141, C 143, C 144) 3. Sagital Scale to Push Up Family (C 222, C 224, C 234) 4. Tuck Family (C 262, C 263, C 273, C 264, C 274, C 304) 5. Straddle Family (C 381, C 382, C 383, C 384, C 394) 6. Cossack Family (C 463, C 464, C 484) 7. Pike Family (C 544) 8. Split Family (C 623, C 663) 1. Turn and Standing on 1 Leg Family (D 100, D 102, D 103, D 104, D 114) 2. Balance Family (D 140, D 141, D 151, D 142, D 152, D 144) 3. Split Family (D 181, D 182, D 192, D 183, D 193) 4. Frontal Split Family (D 210, D 201, D 211, D 202, D 203, D 213) 5. Illusion Family (D 184) 6. Capoiera Family (D 222, D 223, D 224, D 234) 9. Frontal Split Family (C 703, C 713) 10. Switch Family (C 754) 11. Kick Family (C 782, C 813) 12/35
Specific Descriptions Compulsory elements and BA elements marked with green (COP execution deductions must be applied): A 100: PUSH UP ON KNEES (FITNESS PUSH UP) Value 0.0 1. Front Support, knees on the floor. 2. Perform a push up with the downward and the upward phase. 3. Front Support, knees on the floor. A 301 LEG CIRCLE ON THE BACK (PREPARATION OF HELICOPTER) Value 0.1 1. Straddle, optional arm position. 2. Lean into straddle lying on the back, arms on the floor. Meanwhile the leading leg crosses over the other leg to initiate the rotation. Leg circle without touching the floor, close to the chest. 3. Finishing in straddle. A 302 LEG CIRCLE ON THE BACK ½ TURN (PREPARATION OF HELICOPTER) Value 0.2 1. Straddle with optional arm position. 2. Lean into straddle lying on the back, arms on the floor. Meanwhile the leading leg crosses over the other leg to initiate the rotation. Leg circle without touching the floor, close to the chest. 3. Lying on the back perform 180 turn as both legs circle over the body. 4. Finishing in straddle, body facing the opposite direction from the start. B 100.1 STRADDLE, BOTH LEG LIFTED, HANDS FRONT OR 1 HAND FRONT -1 HAND BACK Value 0.0 1. Straddle, legs straddled (minimum width 90 ), trunk is vertical (+- 10 deviation is allowed). 2. Hands must be in contact with the floor. Hand support: both hands in front of the body, or one hand front, between the legs, one hand back behind the hip. 3. Leg lifting (straight legs). Hold for 2 seconds. B 100.2 STRADDLE WITH HIP LIFTING Value 0.0 1. Straddle, legs straddled (minimum width 90 ) 2. Hands must be in contact with the floor. Hand support: both hands in front of the body, or one hand front, between the legs, one hand back behind the hip. 3. Hip lifting. Hold for 2 seconds. B 140.1 L-SEAT, STRAIGHT LEGS LIFTED Value 0.0 1. L-seat, trunk is vertical (+- 10 deviation is allowed), hand support beside the legs. 2. Hands must be in contact with the floor. 3. Leg lifting (straight legs together). Hold for 2 seconds. B 140.2 L-SUPPORT, SUPPORT ON 1 TOE Value 0.0 1. L-seat, hand support beside the legs, toe support on the floor beside the knee of the straight leg. 2. Hands must be in contact with the floor. 3. Lifting of the hip and the straight leg simultaneously. The straight leg is parallel to the floor. Hold for 2 seconds. 13/35
B 140.3 L-SUPPORT, SUPPORT ON 1 STRAIGHT LEG Value 0.0 1. L-seat, hand support beside the legs. 2. Hands must be in contact with the floor. 3. Lifting of the hip and one leg simultaneously. The lifted leg is parallel to the floor. Hold for 2 seconds. B 101 STRADDLE WITH HIP LIFTING (1 HAND FRONT 1 HAND BACK) Value 0.1 1. Straddle, legs straddled (minimum width 90 ) 2. Hands are in contact with the floor. One hand is in front of the body, the other behind the hip. 3. Hips are flexed and lifted, legs parallel to the floor. Hold for min. 2 seconds. C 381 AIR JACK Value 0.1 1. A two-foot take off with the body vertical, fully extended. 2. While airborne legs straddled (minimum width 60 ) 3. Landing with feet together. C 382 ½ TURN AIR JACK Value 0.2 1. A two-foot take off with the body vertical, fully extended. 2. While airborne the body turns 180, legs straddled (minimum width 60 ) 3. Landing with feet together. C 141 FREE FALL Value 0.1 1. Standing with feet together. 2. Initiate a fall forward with fully extended body. 3. Landing in Push Up. C 102 ½ AIR TURN Value 0.2 1. A two-foot take off with the body vertical, fully extended. 2. While airborne the body turns 180. 3. Landing with feet together. D 100 STANDING ON 1 LEG Value 0.0 1. Knee lift, standing on one leg. 2. Arm position is optional. 3. Hold for 2 seconds D 140 SAGITTAL SCALE Value 0.0 1. Standing on one leg, trunk-bending forward, one leg lifted backwards. 2. The trunk and the lifted leg is parallel to the floor. 3. Hold for 2 seconds. D 210 STRADDLE, CHEST ON THE FLOOR Value 0.0 1. Straddle (legs straddle minimum width 90 ). 2. Trunk-bending forward, chest on the floor. 3. Arm position is optional 14/35
JUMPING JACK A hop out and in with legs bending. Natural outwards rotation in hip joint. Landing is with feet further than shoulder width apart, knees and feet point outwards. Controlled but powerful take off and landing. Precise and controlled movement of ankle and foot toe-ball-heel action. Hopping in: Feet/heels together, toes point forward (preferred) or outward. Upper body is erect with neutral spine, natural alignment. Amplitude: From neutral position to approx shoulder width plus 2 foot lengths apart with 25-45o flexion in hip/knees (more if in super low or low with grand plié position) The compulsory 4 consecutive Jumping Jack must be performed in front of the judges, at she same place, without turning. All competitors must perform the element simultaneously. 1. Starting position: standing with feet together in front of the judges 2. Hopping out to straddle position, than hopping in to starting position. Repeat 4 times. 3. Ending position: standing with feet together in front of the judges. Arm movement is optional. HIGH LEG KICKS (4 Consecutive Sagital High Leg Kicks) Straight leg high kick, minimum amplitude: heel at shoulder height, approx. 145o. Only movement is hip flexion. Leg is straight knee joint is showing no movement. Ankle is plantar flexed throughout movement. Standing leg stays straight, maximum knee/hip flexion approx 10o. Upper body stays erect with neutral spine, natural alignment. Amplitude: From neutral position to 150-180o hip flexion in working leg. Knee shows full extension throughout movement. The compulsory 4 consecutive sagital High leg kicks must be performed for judges laterally, at the same place, without turning. All competitors must perform the element simultaneously. The High Leg Kicks have to be performed with hopping. 1. Starting position: standing with feet together for judges laterally 2. Perform 4 consecutive sagital High Leg Kicks, toe above head height. Toe minimum at hip height all times. 3. Ending position: standing with feet together Arm choreography is optional. 15/35
Minimum Requirements of BA Difficulty Elements Group A Dynamic Strength PUSH UP & WENSON PU FAMILIES At the end of the downwards phase the distance between the chest and the floor must not exceed 10 cm from the floor PLIO PUSH UP FAMILY At the end of the downwards phases the chest must not exceed 10 cm from the floor. Both hands must leave the floor together. For Plio Push Up elements with twist, both hands must leave the floor alternately, showing a phase without hand contact after the arm impulse A FRAME FAMILY At the end of the downwards phases the chest must not exceed 10 cm from the floor Piked position in the airborne phase (60 between trunk and legs) CUTS, V & HIGH SUPPORT FAMILIES Airborne phase must be shown before the element is completed LEG CIRCLE The starting position must be from front support on both hands. The feet must not touch the floor during the element. HELICOPTER The longitudinal rotation must be on the upper back only. Must finish facing the same direction as the starting LEG CIRCLE ON THE BACK (PREPARATION OF HELICOPTER) The element must be performed without a fall. (In this case fall means: when legs touch the floor while they should be airborne, and/or when feet touch each other) While performing the leg circle, the back should be in contact with the floor till legs pass by the chest. In case of ½ turn the direction of the starting and the ending position must be opposite. Straddle must be shown immediately at the moment of the arrival. Legs must touch the floor simultaneously at the moment of showing the ending position. Group B Static Strength FOR ALL B ELEMENTS Each element must be held for 2 seconds without the hips, legs or feet touching the floor. In case of turns, the support must be held for 2 seconds either at the start, during the turn or at the end of the turn. FREE ELEMENTS NO. B140.1, B140.2 ÉS B140.3 The hand support must be directly beside the feet. FULL SUPPORT LEVERS The straight body must not exceed 20 above the horizontal. Group C Jumps and Leaps FOR ALL JUMPS AND LEAPS FAMILIES (EXCEPT TUCK JUMPS, FREE FALL, FROM STANDING TO PUSH UP WITHOUT AIRBORNE PHASE, AIR TURN, AIR JACK) Legs must be in horizontal position (parallel to the floor). FOR ALL JUMPS AND LEAPS FAMILIES Missed turns 90 or more (till 180 ) will reduce the difficulty value by 0.1 point. AIR TURN Missed turns 90 or more (till 180 ) will reduce the difficulty value by 0.1 point AIR JACK In the airborne phase the straddle position should be minimum 60. FOR TUCK JUMPS Airborne legs: knees at waist level at least. FROM STANDING TO PUSH UP WITHOUT AIRBORNE PHASE The element must be performed without fall. Where one or more parts of the body (aside from the perfect execution) touch the floor with a lack of control (e.g. chest and/or one knee touches the floor). FOR FREE FALL & TAMARO AND MÉRLEGÁLLÁSBÓL UGRÁS PUSH UPBA Hands and feet must touch the floor at the same time. DOUBLE FAN KICK The legs have to show full circles close to the chest SCISSORS KICK The leading leg must be in horizontal position, at least in the air, parallel to the floor FOR ALL JUMPS FINISHING IN WENSON Wenson Shape must be shown immediately at the moment of the landing. The forward leg must be in support on the upper arm immediately at the moment of the landing. Group D Balance and Flexibility FOR ALL ELEMENTS IN GROUP D The angle between legs must be minimum 170 (except D100, D102, D103, D104, D140, D 210) ALL ELEMENTS must fulfil the respective minimum requirements for the involved movements TURN & BALANCE FAMILIES All turns must be on the ball of the foot without losing contact with the floor Missed turns 90 or more (till 1800) will reduce the difficulty value by 0.1 point. ILLUSION FAMILY The rotation of the free leg must be completed vertical plane The elements must be performed without extra turn (90º or more). ELEMENTS IN VERTICAL SPLIT POSITION The foot of the supported leg in the vertical split position, must stay in contact with the floor. BALANCE ELEMENTS: D141, D142, D151 & D152 Competitions for Age Group: These elements must be held for 2 seconds. STANDING ON ONE LEG, SCALE The element must be held for 2 seconds. The supporting leg must stay in contact with the floor. STRADDLE, CHEST ON THE FLOOR Straddle (legs straddle minimum width 90 ) and the chest must touch the floor. Feet must be in horizontal position, parallel to the floor. 16/35
STEP AEROBIC (ST) - General Rules Purpose of the competition system: To ensure competition opportunity for club competitors competing on Hungarian Cup Series in BA category. Applied rules: Own rules of MAESZ (Hungarian Gymnastics Federation Aerobic Discipline), which is based on FIG Code of Points (COP) 2009-2012. Participants: Competitors with MAESZ licence, who did not participate on Hungarian Cup Series in SA category. Exception see Unique consideration (page 26.) Age groups: AG 3. 7-11 years old (in the year of the competition) AG 2. 12-14 years old (in the year of the competition) AG 1. 15-17 years old (in the year of the competition) Senior 18+ (in the year of the competition) Silver 35+ (in the year of the competition) from 2010 Possibility to compete in other age group: In case of groups maximum 2 competitors can be entered into older age group category. A competitor can only compete in one age group during the given year. To compete in Silver age group minimum 50% of the group members must be above 35 years. 35+ competitor can compete in Senior category, if 50% of group members does not reach Silver age limit. Categories: Group (ST) 5,6 or 7 persons (men / women / mixed) Note: In point of the Hungarian Cup Series a group counts for the same unit if in case of groups contains 5 competitors 3 competitors, in case of groups contains 6 or 7 competitors 4 competitors are constant members of the unit in the given year. (2 competitors can be changed.) In point of BA, ST, CH a competitor can compete in max. 2 categories, but cannot compete twice in the same category e.g. a competitor cannot compete in two different ST groups. Competitor who competes in category CH can compete in ST as well, but not in BA. Competitor who competes in category BA can compete in category ST, but not in CH. Competition area: 7m x 7m The composition and evaluation method is the same as it is detailed in the Code of Points 2009-2012. The routines are judged according to the COP 2009-2012 artistic and execution judging. Difficulty elements can be performed, but it is NOT obligatory to choose from the Table of Optional ST elements. If someone would like to perform difficulty elements, there is a possibility to show elements from the Table of Optional ST elements, but maximum 4 elements can be shown (one from each Group (A, B, C, D)). The value of the element are NOT added to the final score! It is forbidden to perform elements not listed in the Table of Optional ST elements. Maximum speed of the music: 135 BPM Competition attire: Everyone should have the same attire, body fitting sport dress (long trousers and top is allowed), black or white monochrome sport /aerobic shoes. The colour of the socks has to be the same as the colour of the shoes. In case of wearing one piece leotard (only girls) it is compulsory to wear flesh coloured transparent tights. Correct aerobics attire must be in non-transparent material. Undergarments must not be shown. The shoe lace cannot hang. Hair must be secured close to the head. Chair of Judges Panel will deduct for attire problems some examples: not skin coloured wrist band, hair band, belt, lace or vest symbol on the attire, as well as spangle hair spray, coloured hairgrip and wearing jewellery (wedding ring, earring and other body jewel) is not allowed. It is allowed to wear glasses, but if the competitor looses them, deduction will be made. Height of the step stair: minimum 14 cm, maximum 20 cm. The number of step stairs must be equal to the number of competitors. 17/35
Compulsory elements: 4 consecutive Jumping Jack performed in front of the judges, on the floor, at the same place, without turning. Arm choreography is optional (it can be performed in troll). All competitors must perform the element simultaneously into the given direction. Going down to the floor, or to the step stair min. one time (sit, lay, kneel) Definition: During the routine the competitors touch the floor or the step stair other body parts than hands and feet minimum one time. All competitors must perform the going down simultaneously, in troll, or successively from which they have to stand up. The opening and/or ending pose performed on the floor or stair do not count as going down. Diagonal" or "V" formation (see below) must be shown throughout the routine. The diagonal cannot be double diagonal, but the direction of step stairs within one diagonal can be different. Circle formation must be shown throughout the routine. Lifts: Definition Lift: when one or more competitors is lifted, held, and/or carried off the ground, showing a precise shape. A lift may involve any combination of competitors. A lift may demonstrate different shapes and different formations but these must be performed at the same time. In the case of a standing lift, i.e. one person lifting two persons, the lift cannot be higher than 2 persons standing one on top of the other. Physical Interaction is allowed and does not fall under lifts. Physical Interaction is defined as: the relationship between one or more competitors during a movement while in contact with the floor. Rules 1 lift can be presented, but only as ending pose. It should be built maximum during 8 count. The lift have to be held on, it is not allowed to show choreography/element/transition etc. after it. The lift is not compulsory. Use of step stair: It is forbidden to lift the step stair above the head, to kick it, to throw or give it to an other competitor, as well as to put it to its edge and leave it. Throughout the routine the position of step stairs can be changed max. 4 times. The opening pose (the opening position of step stairs) is not included it the change of position of stairs. (Together with the first formation 5 formations can be presented) Moving one or more step stairs, or lifting up one side of the step is counted as position change. It is allowed to intentionally move the step stair by leg once throughout the routine, which is also counted as position change. One step stair can be used by more than one competitor at the same time The competitors have to be in contact with the step (more than 16 counts cannot be executed without touching the step stair) Appropriate step technique: It is forbidden to jump down from the step It is forbidden to step down forwards (It is only forbidden to step down at right angles) It is forbidden to step up backwards to the step stair Stepping up shall be executed with full foot on the step When stepping down from the step the toes should land first then the heel Skipping together when stepping down is not correct Criteria of right body position should be met - trunk and body position is straight - shoulders are set back - avoid lordosis on the lower back - do not strain knee-joints Hopping on the step stair is allowed (without changing position, with small amplitude) 18/35
AGE 7-11 (in the year of the competition) STEP - ST Rules 2009-2012 National Development 2 Age Group 1. Age Group 2. Senior Silver 12-14 (in the year of the competition) 15-17 (in the year of the competition) 18;18+ (in the year of the competition) 35;35+ (in the year of the competition) EXEPTIONS (Prohibited elements) MUSIC LENGTH All elements which cannot be found in the Table of Optional ST Elements Prohibited moves listed in COP* 1 minute 20 seconds (+/- 5 sec) OPTIONAL ELEMENTS 4 OPTIONAL ELEMENTS ALLOWED VALUE 0,1 0,2 OPTIONAL ELEMENS See in the Table of Optional ST Elements FLOOR ELEMENTS Maximum 2 ELEMENT POOL (GROUP A,B,C,D) LIFTS DEDUCTIONS (Difficulty elements) 1 difficulty elements from each group is optional Maximum 1, only as ending pose, but not compulsory 0,5 for difficulty elements not listed in the Table of Optional ST Elements 0,2 repetition of elements 0,2 more than 2 elements on the floor 0,2 missing compulsory elements 0,2 more than 4 difficulty elements 0,2 more than 1 difficulty elements from each group *Prohibited elements, moves listed in COP 2009-2012 : saltos, cartwheel, handstand, use of any movement which is against the natural posture of the body (prohibit any back bend, toe hinge or plough), any circus or acrobatic moves, propelling (= propelling is defined as when a person is thrown by a partner or a partner is used to spring off into an airborne position. Airborne is defined as when a person has no contact with the surface or the partner) 19/35
Table of Optional ST elements: Max. 4, 1 elements per each group (A, B, C, D) Group A 0,1 0,2 A 101 Push Up or Straddle Push Up A 102 1 Leg Push Up A 132 Hinge Push Up A 261 From Push Up Single Leg Circle A 301 Leg Circle on the Back (Preparation of Helicopter) A 302 Leg Circle on the Back ½ Turn (Preparation of Helicopter) Group B 0,1 0,2 B 101 Straddle with Hip Lifting - 1 Hand Front 1 Hand B 102 Straddle Support Back B 142 L-Support B 222 Full Support Straddle Lever B 212 Lifted Static Wenson Support Group C 0,1 0,2 C 102 ½ Air Turn C 381 Air Jack Group D C 262 Tuck Jump C 382 ½ Turn Air Jack C 782 Scissors Kick 0,1 0,2 D 102 1/1 Turn D 141 Sagittal Balance D 142 Free Support Sagittal Balance D 151 Frontal Balance D 152 Free Support Frontal Balance D 181 Split D 182 Vertical Split D 201 Frontal Split D 192 Supine Split D 211 Frontal Prone Split D 202 Frontal Vertical Split A 221 Capoeira to Standing Position A 222 Capoeira Elements marked with green cannot be found in the actual Code of Points. 20/35
Specific Descriptions Compulsory elements and ST elements marked with green (COP execution deductions must be applied): A 301 LEG CIRCLE ON THE BACK (PREPARATION OF HELICOPTER) 1. Straddle, optional arm position. 2. Lean into straddle lying on the back, arms on the floor. Meanwhile the leading leg crosses over the other leg to initiate the rotation. Leg circle without touching the floor, close to the chest. 3. Finishing in straddle. A 302 LEG CIRCLE ON THE BACK ½ TURN (PREPARATION OF HELICOPTER) 1. Straddle with optional arm position. 2. Lean into straddle lying on the back, arms on the floor. Meanwhile the leading leg crosses over the other leg to initiate the rotation. Leg circle without touching the floor, close to the chest. 3. Lying on the back perform 180 turn as both legs circle over the body. 4. Finishing in straddle, body facing the opposite direction from the start. B 101 STRADDLE WITH HIP LIFTING (1 HAND FRONT 1 HAND BACK) 1. Straddle, legs straddled (minimum width 90 ) 2. Hands are in contact with the floor. One hand is in front of the body, the other behind the hip. 3. Hips are flexed and lifted, legs parallel to the floor. Hold for min. 2 seconds. C 381 AIR JACK 1. A two-foot take off with the body vertical, fully extended. 2. While airborne legs straddled (minimum width 60 ) 3. Landing with feet together. C 382 1/2 TURN AIR JACK 1. A two-foot take off with the body vertical, fully extended. 2. While airborne the body turns 180, legs straddled (minimum width 60 ) 3. Landing with feet together. C 102 ½ AIR TURN 1. A two-foot take off with the body vertical, fully extended. 2. While airborne the body turns 180. 3. Landing with feet together. 21/35
JUMPING JACK A hop out and in with legs bending. Natural outwards rotation in hip joint. Landing is with feet further than shoulder width apart, knees and feet point outwards. Controlled but powerful take off and landing. Precise and controlled movement of ankle and foot toe-ball-heel action. Hopping in: Feet/heels together, toes point forward (preferred) or outward. Upper body is erect with neutral spine, natural alignment. Amplitude: From neutral position to approx shoulder width plus 2 foot lengths apart with 25-45o flexion in hip/knees (more if in super low or low with grand plié position) The compulsory 4 consecutive Jumping Jack must be performed in front of the judges, at she same place, without turning (It is forbidden to perform it on the step-stair) All competitors must perform the element simultaneously. 4. Starting position: standing with feet together in front of the judges 5. Hopping out to straddle position, than hopping in to starting position. Repeat 4 times. 6. Ending position: standing with feet together in front of the judges. Arm movement is optional. 22/35
CHALLENGE AEROBIC (CH) General Rules Purpose of the competition system: To ensure competition opportunity for club competitors. Applied rules: Own rules of MAESZ (Hungarian Gymnastics Federation Aerobic Discipline), which is based on FIG Code of Points (COP) 2009-2012. Participants: Competitors with MAESZ licence, who did not participate on Hungarian Cup Series in BA and SA categories. Exception see Unique consideration (page 26.) Attention: Competitors competing in CH category cannot compete in BA and SA categories. Age groups: AG 4. 7-9 years old (in the year of the competition) AG 3. 7-11 years old (in the year of the competition) AG 2. 12-14 years old (in the year of the competition) AG 1. 15-17 years old (in the year of the competition) Senior 18+ (in the year of the competition) Silver 35+ (in the year of the competition) from 2010 Possibility to compete in other age group: The competitor of an age group is allowed to compete in an upper age group, within a group it can be only 2 competitors, but during the given year a competitor can only compete in one age group. The condition to compete in the Silver age group is that minimum 50 % of the group should be older than 35 years. A 35-year old or older competitor can compete in the adult category if 50% of the group members are under 35. Categories: Groups (CH) 5,6, 7, 8, 9 or 10 competitor (men / women / mixed) Note: In case of CH groups 50% of the members must be the same during a year (on behalf of the calculation of the results) For example: From 6 members 3 members must be the same, but a 5-member group in the beginning of the year can even become a 10-member group by the end of the year. In point of BA, ST, CH a competitor can compete in max. 2 categories, but cannot compete twice in the same category e.g. a competitor cannot compete in two different CH groups. Competitor who competes in category CH can compete in ST as well, but not in BA. Competitor who competes in category BA can compete in category ST, but not in CH. Competition area: 7m x 7m Competition attire: Everyone should have the same attire, body fitting sport dress (long trousers and top is allowed), black or white monochrome sport /aerobic shoes. The colour of the socks has to be the same as the colour of the shoes. In case of wearing one piece leotard (only girls) it is compulsory to wear flesh coloured transparent tights. Correct aerobics attire must be in non-transparent material. Undergarments must not be shown. The shoe lace cannot hang. Hair must be secured close to the head. Chair of Judges Panel will deduct for attire problems some examples: not skin coloured wrist band, hair band, belt, lace or vest symbol on the attire, as well as spangle hair spray, coloured hairgrip and wearing jewellery (wedding ring, earring and other body jewel) is not allowed. It is allowed to wear glasses, but if the competitor looses them, deduction will be made. Competition routine: CH routine (consists of 24x8 counts) used since 2007 must be presented by AG 4. and AG 3 age categories. CH routine (consists of 24x8 counts) which will be introduced from 2010 have to be used by AG 2, AG 1, Senior and Silver age categories. The routines can be seen on DVD. The routine must be performed to the music created by MAESZ. The performed routine must contain the same arm and leg movements (AMPs) and transitions as they are on the DVD. After 3 deviations in the routine the Chair of Judges panel deducts 2.0 points from the total score of the routine. It order to compete in CH category, it is compulsory to buy the DVD and the audio CD from MAESZ. The CH routine contains choreography, 4 Jumping Jacks and 4 difficulty elements. (1. Push Up on knees, 2. Straddle with hip lifting (1 hand front 1 hand back), 3. Vertical Jump, 4. Standing on 1 leg). These elements must be performed by the competitors at the same time, otherwise deductions will be made. 23/35