FAQ

SCORING SYSTEM

WFSA judging-system (update 2025)

Technical Score [-∞,+∞]

Single-Trick-Difficulty (Combos are scored seperated) [∞ Points]

point-bonus or deduction based of execution [+1/-1]

point-deduction for missed tricks, loss of contact or falling down [-1,-2,-3]

Footwork (difficulty, variety, smoothness, tempo) [4x 0-5]

Aesthetic score [0-90]

trick-variety [0-10]

trick-rariety [0-10]

run composition [0-15]

musicality [0-10]

space utilization [0-10]

confidence & effortlessness [0-10]

trick-transitions [0-15]

personal touch [0-10]

Scoring rules

for each run, the highest and lowest judging scores gets dropped.

total score per run from average of each remaining judge’s score

best run form the round result

in case of a tie, the worse run serves as tie-breaker

the final decision on placement rests with the jury committee

RUNTIME

Pros: 200 seconds (2 minutes)

Masters: 110 seconds (1 minute, 50 seconds)

Woman+ & Amateure: 90 seconds (1 minute, 30 seconds)

Kids & Rookies: 60 seconds (1 minute)

the run begins with the first skating movement, but no later than 15 seconds after the music starts.

The run ends after the moderator has pointed out the last trick – not immediately when the time limit expires.

COMPETITION STRUCTURE

Open championship (without entry requirements)

Registration limit maximum 100 participants (+reserve list)

Start list curated by WFSC team of judges (WFSA ranking, country quota, eligible status)

two rounds, qualification & final

Two attempts per round

different division based on skill, age and gender

starting classes divided into starting groups (heats)

DIVISIONS

Pros (highest skill level)

Woman+ (women and queer people)

Masters (age 40)

Amateurs (not professional level)

Rookies (max. 1 year of testing experience)

Kids (age 14)

COMPETITION FLOOR

9 m x 37 m

Wooden floor construction

Matt anti-slip coating

GUIDELINES

Respect for human dignity and equal opportunities without discrimination

Commitment to fair play, integrity and clean sport

Schedules and deadlines are binding. Failure to comply will result in disqualification.

Arrival and confirmation of arrival by Thursday evening at the latest