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.
Best Trick / Combo / Handstand
There will be no seperate Best Trick / Combo / Handstand contest.
The jury team will determine these best individual performances from your runs.
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) based on prior competition results.
Running Order within the heats is random and determined by the lottery.
Running Order off the Finals is determined by reverse qualifier results.
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 friday 6th June 2025 at 13:00 on site at the latest.
Riders Meeting on friday at 14:00 at the skate area.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Address:
An der Regattastrecke 6, 14772 Brandenburg an der Havel, Germany
Bus stop:
Brandenburg, Regattastrecke (C/523, H/528)
Train station:
Brandenburg Hauptbahnhof (Main Station)
Airport:
BER Airport Berlin
https://www.vbb.de/en/driving-information/ber-airport/
Ticket Recommendation for Travel and Local Transport in Brandenburg an der Havel:
For the journey from BER Airport to Brandenburg an der Havel, we recommend a single fare ticket (regular fare).
Example routes include RB22 + RE1 or RE8 + RE1.
For using public transport within the city of Brandenburg an der Havel, we recommend the 24-hour ticket for Brandenburg an der Havel.
This ticket is valid for 24 hours from the time of validation and allows unlimited travel within the city area.
Important: The 24-hour ticket for Brandenburg an der Havel is not valid for train travel to or from Berlin or BER Airport. It is only valid within the city of Brandenburg an der Havel.
Important: Starting Saturday, June 7, 2025, the train from Brandenburg to Potsdam will be out of service!
You will need to use the replacement transport (bus, tram) instead.
Brandenburg HBF (RE1, Bus ODEG) to Potsdam Scharlottenhof (1 hour 30 minutes)
Potsdam Scharlottenhof (RB22, Train DieBahn) to BER Airport (45 minutes)
Leave as early as possible to ensure that you don’t miss your flights. We recommend traveling together and sharing taxi rides.
You can find more information and ticket prices at: www.vbb.de/tickets and https://www.bahn.de/