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General Regulations |
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The 2008 NHK TROPHY will be conducted in accordance with the ISU Constitution and General Regulations 2006, the ISU Special Regulations & Technical Rules Single & Pair Skating and Ice Dancing, 2006 and all relevant ISU Communications. As soon as the ISU Constitution and General Regulations 2008 as well as the Special Regulations & Technical Rules Single & Pair Skating and Ice Dancing 2008 are published, the wording of the 2008 Regulations and Rules shall prevail.
Participation in the 2008 NHK TROPHY is open to Competitors who belong to an ISU Member and qualify with regard to eligibility according to ISU Constitutions and General Regulations Rule 102, provided their ages fall within the limits specified in ISU Rule 108, paragraph 2.b) and they meet the participation, citizenship and residency requirement in ISU Rule 109, and ISU Communication No. 1420 or any update of this Communication. Entries can only be made through the ISU Members. With reference to the Announcement of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2008/2009 the event is only open to invited competitors.
In accordance with Rule 109 of the ISU General Regulations and ISU Communication 1420, all skaters who do not have the nationality of the Member by which they have been entered or who, although having such nationality, have in the past represented another Member, must produce an ISU Clearance Certificate. Passports of the skaters, as well as the ISU Clearance Certificate, if applicable, must to be presented at the accreditation of each individual event and the Final for verification. |
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Technical Data |
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main arena:
National Yoyogi Stadium
2-1-1 Jinnan, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0041
(an indoor ice-rink with the ice surface of 60 x 30 m, air-conditioned and heated); |
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Short Program |
The prescribed elements to be skated are those listed in ISU Technical Rule Single and Pair Skating 2008, Rule 510, para 1 and 2 and the respective ISU Communication.
Duration: max. 2 min., 50 sec., but may be less |
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Free Skating |
In accordance with ISU Technical Rules Single and Pair Skating 2008, Rule 520 and the respective ISU Communication.
Duration: 4 min., 30 sec., +/- 10 sec. |
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| LADIES: |
Short Program |
The prescribed elements to be skated are those listed in ISU Technical Rules Single and Pair Skating 2008, Rule 510, para 1 and 2 and the respective ISU Communication.
Duration: max. 2 min., 50 sec., but may be less |
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Free Skating |
In accordance with ISU Technical Rules Single and Pair Skating 2008, Rule 520 and the respective ISU Communication.
Duration: 4 min., +/- 10 sec. |
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| PAIRS: |
Short Program |
The prescribed elements to be skated are those listed in ISU Technical Rules Single and Pair Skating 2008, Rule 513, para 2 and 3, group C and the respective ISU Communication.
Duration: max. 2 min., 50 sec., but may be less; |
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Free Skating |
In accordance with ISU Technical Rules Single and Pair Skating 2008, Rule 521 and the respective ISU Communication. .
Duration: 4 min., 30 sec., +/- 10 sec. |
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| ICE DANCE: |
Compulsory Dance |
The following Compulsory Dance will be skated:
“PASO DOBLE”
The official ISU Compulsory Dance music will be used. |
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Original Dance |
In accordance with ISU Technical Rules Ice Dancing 2008, Rule 609 and all pertinent ISU Communications.
The rhythm for the Original Dance is the
“Rhythms and Dances 1920's, 1930's or 1940's”
Any one or two rhythms/dances originated in the 1920's or 1930's or 1940's may be chosen (except Tango). If two rhythms are used one of them may be repeated. The program should reflect the original flavor and style of the decades mentioned above and NOT performed as a Ballroom Dance.
For general information concerning the rhythms (dances) which belong to the above mentioned decades please refer to the “Ice Dance Music Rhythms Booklet and Compact Disc 1995”.
Variations of tempo within one selection of music are permitted. If only one rhythm /dance is chosen two different tunes of this rhythm may be used and which may differ in tempo. Original orchestration of the music of the 1920's, 1930's or 1940's is not required. However, the orchestration must be in the style of the decade chosen.
Vocal music is permitted.
Duration: 2 min., 30 sec., +/- 10 sec. |
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Free Dance |
In accordance with ISU Technical Rule Ice Dancing 2008, Rule 610 and all pertinent ISU Communication. For the value of the required elements and components see the respective ISU Communication.
Duration: 4 min. +/- 10 sec.
ISU Technical Rules Ice Dancing 2008, Rule 610 paragraph 2 (required elements) and the respective ISU Communication must be observed. |
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ENTRIES |
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Entries of Competitors
a ) Confirmation of Participation
In accordance with the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2008/2009 announcement entries can only be made for skaters/couples who are qualified and/or selected for invitation. The confirmation of the entries must be submitted by August 15, 2008 latest to JAPAN SKATING FEDERATION with a copy to ISU Secretariat and Chair Sports Directorate The official forms must be used. Changes or substitutions require the approval of the ISU Event Coordination Group.
b ) Entries by Name
Entries by names must be made simultaneously to
JAPAN SKATING FEDERATION and to ISU Secretariat and Chair Sports Directorate not later than September 15, 2008.
The replacement of Competitors in the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating will be made in accordance with Paragraphs 3.6 and 7.6 of the Announcement for the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2008/2009.
c ) Entries of Judges
An entry of competitor(s) is not automatically followed by an entry of a Judge. Participating ISU Members may be invited by the hosting Federation to nominate one or more Judges for one event. Any substitution or changes for any of the invited judges need the approval of the Federation Francaise des sports de glace.
Please observe the restrictions concerning the selection of Judges within the events of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2008/2009 that no judge may serve in more than two ISU Grand Prix events (Figure Skating and Ice Dance not separated).
Each panel of Judges will consist of a maximum of 10 judges but with a minimum of 7 judges, if possible. |
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MEALS, LODGING and TRAVEL EXPENSES |
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The organizer will provide and cover the expenses for rooms and meals for all Competitors and Judges participating, beginning with dinner on November 26, through breakfast on December 1.
Should any Competitor or Judge arrive at the hotel before or stay longer than the period described above, their room costs and expenses will be the responsibility of the individual and must be paid on arrival, except if an arrangement has been made with the organizer.
The organizer will provide and cover the expenses for rooms and meals also for the Event Referees, the Technical Controllers, the Technical Specialists, the ISU Coordinator for the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating, the Chair of Sports Directorate, the ISU Event Coordinator, the Data and Replay Operators, the ISU Video Specialists, the Cameraman, the Technical staff of ST SPORTSERVICE, the OAC Members and the Anti Doping Control Team during the same period as indicated for the competitors. If any longer period is agreed upon with the Organizing Committee, the period of coverage will be prolonged as agreed.
The Organizing Committee will cover the costs for travel expenses for all invited competitors, judges, the Technical Controllers, the Anti-Doping Control Team and the Event Referee from their domicile to TOKYO.
The Japan Skating Federation is the only authorizing body of airline tickets. All participants must agree to theacceptance of the provided tickets when the invitation is accepted. No reimbursement will be made on any airline ticket issued by any other agency or any other airline unless written permission is received from the Japan Skating Federation.
All extra expenses incurred by any Team Member or any kind of Official will be the responsibility of that person and must be paid prior to departure.
The Judges, the Referees, the Technical Controllers, the Technical Specialists, the Data and Replay Operators and the Officials Assessment Commission, will receive remuneration in accordance with ISU Communication No. 1401, paragraph II, I) (or any update of this Communication). The honorarium will be provided in hard currency. The remuneration will be paid upon accreditation. |
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PRACTICE |
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Official practice for Competitors begins on November 27. The detailed schedule will be issued at the time of registration. According to ISU Regulations 540 and 634 no competitor/couple may practice in a rink other than the official rink or rinks after having been accredited through the Organizing Committee. |
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MUSIC / PLANNED PROGRAM CONTENT |
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All Competitors shall furnish competition music of excellent quality on CD or MD format, in accordance with Rule 343, paragraph 1. A list of titles, composers and orchestras of the music to be used for the Short Program and Free Program for Single and Pairs, for the Original and Free Dance Program for Ice Dance and for the Exhibition must be listed for each Competitor on the official Music Selection Form and attached to the official Entry Form for Competitors.
In accordance with Rule 343, paragraph 1, the music device must show the Competition event, Competitor's name, the Nation and the exact running time of the music (not skating time) including any starting signal and must be submitted at the time of registration. Each program (short program, free skating, original dance, free dance) must be recorded on one track and on a separate device. In addition competitors/couples must provide a back-up device for each program.
If music information is not complete and discs not provided, accreditation will not be given.
With the entry forms, the “Program Content Sheet” must be returned to the Organizing Committee. It is mandatory that the Program Content Sheet be completed precisely by each skater/couple in English using the terminology listed in the respective ISU Communications. It is not permitted to hand over the Program Content Sheets directly to the acting Officials. |
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ARRIVAL OF PARTICIPANTS / TEAMS |
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The participating Teams and all respective team-members as well as all Event Officials are requested to announce to the Organizing Committee as soon as possible but no later than September 15, 2008, the name of the airlines, flight numbers, dates and times of arrival at the Narita International Airport (Tokyo) or any other information concerning transportation and arrivals. The official “travel form” should be used.
The nearest major airport to Tokyo is Narita International Airport with a distance of 1~1.5h to the official hotel. The Organizing Committee will meet the teams on arrival and provides a bus shuttle, or guide toward the direct Airport Limousine bus. |
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OFFICIAL HOTEL |
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KEIO PLAZA HOTEL TOKYO
2-2-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku
Tokyo 160-8330 Japan |
Room Charge:
16,500Yen Double Room SingleOccupancy
10,600Yen Double Room Double Occupancy
Breakfast, Tax, Service charge included Visa, Master, American Express, Diners accepted |
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ACCREDITATION |
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The official accreditation is planned at the Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo upon arrival.
Accreditation will be given to appointed Event Officials, ISU Office Holders and Guests.
Accreditation as a Team Member will furthermore given to all entered Judges, Competitors and one Team-Leader per participating team, one Coach per Competitor, a maximum of two Officials of ISU Members, provided that they are Council Members, Technical Committee Members or Members of the Head Office of their Federation and a maximum of two medical persons, for which the organizer requests the right to have a medical certification (document) presented before accreditation. Accreditation will only be granted to persons in those various functions if officially entered and named through their National Association. The ISU Member certifies with the signed entry the indicated functions within the team of all team members. Any misuse of any function will be sanctioned by the ISU/OC. |
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RESULTS |
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The marking system (ISU Judging System) as described in Technical Rule Single & Pair Skating 2008, Rule 352 and Rule 353 (Determination and publication of results) will be in place. |
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PRESENTATION OF MEDALS |
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The three best placed skaters/couples in each event will be announced and honoured. Gold, silver and bronze medals will be presented to the medallists. The national anthem of the winner will be played and the flags of the medal winners hoisted. |
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POINTS FOR “ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating” |
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Points will be awarded as follows:
| Men, Ladies, Ice Dance |
Pairs |
1st place
2nd place
3rd place
4th place
5th place
6th place
7th place
8th place |
15 points
13 points
11 points
9 points
7 points
5 points
4 points
3 points |
1st place
2nd place
3rd place
4th place
5th place
6th place |
15 points
13 points
11 points
9 points
7 points
5 points |
The points received are of value for the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating and the qualification for the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating Final.
If a skater/couple does not complete an event due to illness or injury, this event will be treated as "not skated", i.e. the result(s) of initial round(s) completed will not count for the Grand Prix ranking order. Such an event will however count as one participation but without receiving credit in the ranking order.
Additionally, it is understood that couples who score points at an event will only score the points according to their respective placements as stated above and that they will not “inherit” points from couples who are better placed but who have declared that the event concerned is a non-scoring event for them (e.g., a couple finishing second in a scoring event, behind a couple finishing first but who have declared this event as non-scoring, will receive 9 points and not 12).
The results of the event will participate in the ”ISU World Standings”. (see paragraph 14) |
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PRIZE MONEY |
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The Global Prize Money per individual event of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating will be:
U.S. $180,000.00
Awarded to winners and placed skaters/couples as follows:
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Pairs and Ice Dance (per couple) |
1st place
2nd place
3rd place
4th place
5th place
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USD $18,000.00
USD $13,000.00
USD $ 9,000.00
USD $ 3,000.00
USD $ 2,000.00 |
1st place
2nd place
3rd place
4th place
5th place
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USD $18,000.00
USD $13,000.00
USD $ 9,000.00
USD $ 3,000.00
USD $ 2,000.00 |
The individual prize money will be transferred to the ISU Members concerned immediately after the conclusion of the 2008 NHK Trophy.
Skaters/couples qualified for the exhibition must participate with an appropriate show number different from their competition programs. Failure to do so, will result in a reduction of USD $ 3.000.00 from the awarded prize money.
Skaters/couples are expected to be ready for any ceremony and/or prize award and participate in press conferences and/or social events if asked by the ISU and/or the event's Organizer. Failure to do so may result in a reduction of awarded prize money. The decision to reduce prize money will be made by the assigned ISU Delegate attending the event, subsequently to be ratified by the Council.
The withholding tax will be deducted according to the actual government's law.
Exhibition Fee
An exhibition fee will only be paid to skates/couples who are not awarded prize money. The exhibition fee is set at USD$200.00 for single skaters (Men and Ladies) and USD$300.00 for Pairs and Dance couples. |
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ISU World Standings |
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World Standing points will also be awarded according to the “World Standings Procedure”, that can be found on the ISU website (www.isu.org) under Single & Pairs/Ice Dance - World Standings.” |
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ANTI-DOPING CONTROLS |
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Anti-Doping tests will be conducted at each of the six events of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating as well as at the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating Final.
The Anti-Doping tests will be conducted in accordance with the current ISU Anti-Doping Rules & Procedures (ISU Communications No. 1447 and 1448 or any further update of this Communication).
The tests will be carried out on the winning skater/s in Singles (after the final Free Skating), Pair Skating (after the Free Skating) and Ice Dance (after the Free Dance). One skater from the remainder of the skaters shall be selected by random draw in Singles, Pair Skating and Ice Dance. In Pair Skating and Ice Dance, either the man or the lady, but not both, shall be tested and shall be selected by random draw. |
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INSURANCE / LIABILITY |
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In accordance with Rule 119, it is the sole responsibility of each Member participating in ISU Events, to provide medical and accident insurance for their athletes, officials and all other members of the Member's team. Such insurance must assure full medical attendance and also the return to the home country by air transport or by other expeditious means of the ill or injured person.
The ISU assumes no responsibility for or liability with respect to bodily or personal injury or property damage incurred in connection incurred by Competitors and Officials. |
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INFORMATION |
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For further information, please contact
Japan Skating Federation
1-1-1 Jinnan, Shibuya-ku
Tokyo 150-8050 JAPAN
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International Skating Union
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Chair Sports Directorate |
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