Silver Singles Test
- Level
- 6 of 8
- Formerly
- Novice free skate
- Program length
- 3:40 maximum
- Competition level
- Novice
The Silver singles test was the Novice free skate test until July 2023. The program grows to 3:40, three different double jumps are required, and the combination must be made of two jumps that are both at least doubles. A third spin is added: a flying spin, plus a choreographic spin.
The judges expect a generally good performance: nearly faultless footwork, body movement well timed with the music, very good flow and power, full use of the ice, and no major or repeated errors.
Passing it, with the Silver skating skills test, qualifies a skater for Novice competitions.
What's on the test
Skated as a program to music of the skater's choice (vocal music is allowed).
Jumps
Six jump elements, including at least:
- One single Axel
- Three different double jumps
- One two-jump combination in which both jumps have at least two rotations
- One more single-jump element (it may repeat a jump already done)
- Up to three jump combinations, or two combinations and one jump sequence; each is limited to two jumps, except one may have three.
- Extra jumps may be added without penalty; jumps with more rotations count toward the requirements.
- No jump may be included more than twice.
Spins
Three spins with different IJS codes:
- One combination spin, with or without a change of foot: at least 10 revolutions, at least 2 in each position; may have a flying entry
- One flying spin with no change of foot or position: at least 6 revolutions
- One choreographic spin: at least 3 consecutive revolutions on one or two blades; may change feet; may have a flying entry.
Sequence
- One choreographic sequence: at least two different movements, such as spirals or spread eagles, linked by steps and turns. The pattern is free but it must be clearly visible, and no jumps or spins may be included in it.
Before you can take it
How it is marked
Each judge marks elements, skating and program from −3 to +3, where 0 is the passing average for this level. A judge's total decides their result: pass 0 to 3, honors 4 to 6, distinction 7 to 9. A majority of the judges must pass the skater.
Up to two different elements may be reskated if needed, and extra elements may be added without penalty. Going over the time limit costs one point for every 10 seconds, or part of 10 seconds, over.
Source: 2026-27 Singles Test Requirements chart (version 1.0, 02/27/26); U.S. Figure Skating 2026-27 Rulebook. Requirements change from season to season, so check with your coach or club test chair before you test.