Dear Skaters, Coaches, Parents, and Friends, Tri -State Championship The Eastern Region Artistic Coaches Association is pleased to announce that we are hosting our Tri-State Championship to be held Sunday morning,, at, Woodbridge, NJ. Competition will be geared towards the newer and upcoming skaters. We are offering Youth Development, Tiny Tot and Intro events in Figures, Dance and Singles. We hope this format will give coaches and skaters an opportunity to compete in a less expensive and more relaxed atmosphere. Since Primary, "B" and "C" events will be offered at the Regional Championship, they will not be offered at this contest. This contest will be run at Woodbridge this year only. These events will return to the Regional Championships next year at Holiday Skating Center. We will be offering the Eastern Region Youth Developmental Program (ERYDP), which aids in the development of the newer skaters. This is a three-tiered program, with the Red, Yellow and Green levels available for our contests. For more information on this program, please visit the regional website at www.erusars.org (Contest Page) ***You MUST fill out a release form and bring with you to the contest *** Sponsored by the Eastern Region Coaches Association Eastern Region Coaches Association: Kristen Taylor President Scott Bartell - Vice President Janet Jordan Treasurer The Eastern Region Coaches Association sponsors several endeavors in our region including a $1000 College Scholarship, travel expenses for World Team coaches, and Eastern Region National Practice. Panel of Judges: Judges from our Eastern Region s Judging Panel will be used. Woodbridge Professional Staff: Bill Davis, Jim Kennedy, Al & Mary Dunham, Chester Fried Woodbridge Rink Operators: Vito Cimilluca, Director of Recreation, Township of Woodbridge Paul Loski, General Manager, Woodbridge Roller & Ice Rinks Registration Fees: $25.00 each event. ERYDP Color events $25.00 each event. Application Deadline: Postmarked by Wednesday, May 20, 2015 Please Note: Late Entries are not appreciated but will be accepted with a $5.00 late fee per application. Please mail completed applications and payments to: John Patton, 2468 Rosemore Ave, Glenside PA 19038 Checks payable to: ERACA Awards: Medals will be awarded for First, Second and Third placements in YDP, Tiny Tot and Intro. All ERYDP level skaters will receive a participation award. Spectators: No admission fee Programs: $2.00 Score sheets: $1.00 Page 1 of 6
PLEASE NOTE: Events will start no earlier than 6AM on Sunday. For a copy of the final schedule, please enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope or e-mail address. A final schedule will be posted on the Eastern Region Web Page www.erusars.org All events will be Co-Ed events. Multiple events may be performed together but will be judged separately. Rules of Entry: All USARS rules will be observed, except as noted. Contestants registering only in ERYDP Events, Tiny Tot and Intro Events may skate without a USARS membership. You must sign a waiver to participate in the events. Awards: Unique medals with neck ribbons will be presented for first through third places. ERYDP skaters will all receive a participation award. AGE ELIGIBILITY is determined by the skater s age on January 1, 2015. Intro Level events are for skaters who have never competed in a Regional Championship in an Official artistic event. (Level C, Level B and Level A events) Final Events: Due to the nature of the contest all events will be final events. Unofficial Event Rules: Eastern Region Youth Development Program Events: Please Refer to the www.erusars.org web page (Contest Page) Intro Events: An open event for skaters who have never competed in a Regional Championship in an Official artistic event. (Level C, Level B and Level A events) Skaters who exceed the skill level of Intro will be asked to register in Level C, B or A Standard divisions in future competitions. There will be three age groups as follows: (Age as of 1/1/2015) Primary Intro 8 years old and under (Figures, Freestyle, Solo Dance, No Team Dance) Youth Intro 9 to 15 years old (Figures, Freestyle, Solo Dance, Team Dance) Adult Intro - 16 years old and older (Figures, Freestyle, Solo Dance, Team Dance) Figure Requirements: 111A & 112B Dance Requirements: Progressive Tango Intro Free Skating Rules: Time: Maximum of two minutes Music: Any music may be used, including vocal, as long as content is deemed appropriate. Content: Maximum of 5 jumps. Half or single jumps only. May only include one combination jump, which will count as one jump. Maximum of 3 upright spins. May only include one combination spin, which will count as one spin. No camel or sit spins. Content restrictions: 1½ revolution jumps and sit spins are beyond the skill level of the Intro divisions and will not be scored if attempted. Note: If the skater can do this content they should not be registering in this event. Contest Requirements: Page 2 of 6
Event Figure Solo Dance Team Dance Tiny Tot 1, 1B Glide Waltz Primary Intro 8 & Under 111A, 112B Glide Waltz, Progressive Tango Glide Waltz Youth Intro 9-15 111A, 112B Glide Waltz, Progressive Tango Glide Waltz, Progressive Tango Adult Intro 16 & Over 111A, 112B Glide Waltz, Progressive Tango Glide Waltz, Progressive Tango We anticipate enough time to skate two dances. If we do not have time the dance in "red" will not be skated. Youth Developmental Events "RED" 8 & under "RED" 9 to 15 www.erusars.org www.erusars.org "YELLOW" 8 & under ROF-LOF-ROF / LOF-ROF-LOF Glide Waltz Straightaway/Corner "YELLOW" 9 to 15 ROF-LOF-ROF / LOF-ROF-LOF Glide Waltz Straightaway/Corner Progressive Tango Straightaway/Corner Progressive Tango Straightaway/Corner "GREEN" 8 & under Rolling O/I "S" : 111A Glide Waltz (1 repetition) Progressive Tango (1 repetition) "GREEN" 9 to 15 Rolling O/I "S" : 111A Glide Waltz (1 repetition) Progressive Tango (1 repetition) Dance Flight Times: 3 mins Max We re looking forward to seeing you in June! Please contact us with any questions. Applications: John Patton: 215-887-4819 jjpatton3@comcast.net Facility: Page 3 of 6
The contest would be open to skaters from the NY/NJ metropolitan area as well as the Eastern Regional states of New Jersey, Pennsylvania & Delaware. As it is our first USARS contest in the facility, this event will offer the community center an opportunity to showcase the center to the local communities as well as gain regional exposure. The offers one of the best roller skating facilities in the state including: 75 X 160 skating surface with 5 sets of circles and 4 sets of loop circles Spacious seating areas Well lit skating surface and restrooms Outstanding sound system Full service snack bar Central location with easy access from major roads Regional malls just minutes away Certified professional teachers and coaching staff http://www.njwcc.com/ Directions: The is located on County Route 514, 600 Main Street at Antares Drive, about half a mile west of State Hwy Rt 9. NJ Tpk exit 11, Garden State Pkwy exit 127 from the south to Rt 9 and exit 129 from the north to Rt 9 (north). The in Woodbridge NJ is a 115,000 Square foot sports and entertainment complex located at 600 Main Street, Woodbridge NJ. We are conveniently located off the major highways. We are proud to be home to Roller and Ice Skating Rinks, Skyline Mini-Golf, a full Cafe and Skyline Pavilion. Maps: Page 4 of 6
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First Name: Last Name: Sex: M or F Address: City: State: Zip: Phone No.: Birth Date: / / Age as of 1/1/2015 Club ID: Club Name: Amateur Card #: Coach's Name: Dance Partner: Club Name: Figure Events Tiny Tot Tiny Tot Youth Intro 15 & Under Tiny Tot Solo Dance Events Primary Intro 8 & Under Primary Intro 8 & Under Adult Intro 16 & Over Primary Intro 8 & Under Youth Intro 9-15 Youth Intro 9-15 Youth Intro 9-15 Adult Intro 16 & Over Adult Intro 16 & Over Adult Intro 16 & Over Youth Developmental Figure Youth Developmental Freestyle Youth Developmental Dance "RED" 8 & under "YELLOW" 8 & under "YELLOW" 8 & under "RED" 9 to 15 "YELLOW" 9 to 15 "YELLOW" 9 to 15 "YELLOW" 8 & under "GREEN" 8 & under "GREEN" 8 & under "YELLOW" 9 to 15 "GREEN" 9 to 15 "GREEN" 9 to 15 "GREEN" 8 & under "GREEN" 9 to 15 Freestyle Events Team Dance Events Mail Applications to: First Event $25.00 x = John Patton Additional Events @ $25.00 Each x = 2468 Rosemore Ave ERYDP Event @ $25.00 Each x = Glenside PA 19038 Total = MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO "ERACA" PLEASE USE ONE CLUB CHECK. Postmark Deadline: Wedneday, May 20, 2015 Late Entries are not appreciated but will be accepted with a $5.00 late fee per application Page 6 of 6
USARS SPORT PARTICIPANT WAIVER & RELEASE OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND/OR PARENTAL CONSENT AND INDEMITY AGREEMENT I,, the undersigned, do hereby affirm and acknowledge that I have been informed of the inherent hazards and risks associated with the sport of roller skating, transportation of equipment related to the activities, and traveling to and from activity sites in which I am about to engage. I further agree to abide by the rules and regulations of USARS during the terms of this registration and agree to observe the Amateur Code of Conduct, in spirit as well as in letter, upholding the high ethics of amateur roller skating. I agree that I will wear the protective gear that is required by USARS. I understand that dangers may be caused by my own actions, or inactions, the action or inaction of others participating in these activities. I understand the nature of USARS activities and believe that I (or my minor child) am/are qualified and physically fit to participate in roller skating competitions and practices. I further acknowledge that I am aware that activity will be conducted in facilities that may be open to the public. As a skater, parent or legal guardian, I further agree and warrant that prior to participating in any event I will inspect the facilities to be used and if believing conditions are unsafe, I will immediately advise my coach or the host of this condition and refuse to participate unless corrected. I fully understand that USARS activities involve risks and dangers of serious bodily injury, including permanent disability, paralysis and death, and economic losses which might result not only from a skater s action, inaction or negligence, but the action, inaction or negligence of others, the rules of competition, or the condition of the premises or any equipment in use. I fully accept and assume all such risks and responsibilities for losses and costs and damages incurred as a result of my participation in USARS activities or arising out of my traveling to or returning from such activities or practice sessions. I hereby release, discharge, covenant not to sue and agree to hold harmless with respect to any and all injury, disability, death or loss of damage to persons or property, caused or alleged to be caused in whole or part by their negligence, the following persons or entities: USA Roller Sports, their administrators, directors, agents, officers, volunteers and employees, other participants, coaches, officials, any sponsors, advertisers, and where applicable, owners and lessors of premises and their employees on which the activity takes place and. I further agree that if a claim is made against any of the releases named above, despite this release, I, and the parent or guardian signing on behalf of a minor, agree to indemnify save and hold harmless each of the releases from any litigation expenses, attorney s fees, loss, liability, damage or any costs occurred as a result of any such claim. I have read this agreement and fully understand it s terms, understand that I have given up substantial rights by signing it, and have signed it freely and without inducement of assurance of any nature and intend it to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extent allowed by the law and agree that if any portion of this agreement is held to be invalid that the balance, not withstanding, shall continue in full force and effect. Signature of Participant Legal Name (Please Print) Date Club Affiliation: For participants of minority age: This is to certify that I, as parent, guardian, temporary guardian with legal responsibility for this participant, do consent and agree not only to his/her release of all releases, but also to release and indemnify the releases from any and all liabilities incident to his/her involvement in these programs for myself, my heirs, assigns, and next of kin. Legal Name of Minor (please print) Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian Legal Name (please print) Date Good only for this sanctioned event: 15-338 TRI STATE END OF YEAR MEET, JUNE 7, 2015