Breaking Down the Elements: Novice Ladies Short Program

The novice ladies short program consists of 6 elements that must be performed in 2:30 maximum time.

1. Axel or double axel

2. Double or triple jump immediately preceded by connecting steps.  May not repeat double axel.

3. Jump combination, double/double or double/triple, may not repeat either Axel jump performed or solo jump

5. Layback or sideways leaning spin, no change of foot, may not have flying entry, minimum 6 revolutions

6. Spin combination, with only 1 change of foot and minimum of 1 change of position.  2 revolutions required for position to count.  No flying entry, minimum 5 revolutions each foot

7. Step sequence, Straight line, circular or serpentine