Skating Skills

General Skating Skills Information

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    What are Skating Skills Tests?

    Mastering skating skills is a foundational aspect of your figure skating journey. Learn more about what these tests are and how to get started.

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    Why Take Tests?

    Participating in the U.S. Figure Skating test structure is mandatory for aspiring competitors. Find out how these tests ensure our sport’s high standards.

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    How to Prepare

    Skating Skills test comprises specific patterns and elements designed to assess your proficiency at that level. Here is an overview of essentials to familiarize yourself with before you test.

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    When am I Ready to Test?

    Determining the right moment is crucial for a skater's progression and confidence.​ Here’s how to know when.

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  • Two women standing together, smiling, with one holding multiple yellow skating skill certificates. They are in front of a green background with ice skating images and the words 'EXCELLERORM' and partially visible text.

    What is Virtual Testing?

    Virtual testing offers skaters the flexibility to complete their Skating Skills tests remotely. This guide has everything you need to know.

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  • Ice skater performing a maneuver on the ice rink while three people are sitting behind the glass watching, with one wearing a red hat.

    Live vs. Virtual Testing

    Understanding the distinctions between testing methods will help you choose which path is best for you.

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    How to Register to Test

    Testing is difficult enough. Let’s break down how to register and other commonly asked questions to ease the process.

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    What If I Have to Re-Skate?

    A re-skate allows a skater to perform a specific element or elements again during a test session to improve their performance. What does that mean exactly?

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    Requirements for Passing

    Expectations increase with each test level. Here is a breakdown of what is required of your skater to pass with flying colors.

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