Synchronized Skating
About Philadelphia Symmetry
In the fall of 2004 with the help of some enthusiastic parents and founding coaches at Wissahickon Skating Club, Philadelphia Symmetry, Philadelphia's first competitive synchronized skating team, was born. It has been with this strong commitment from our coaches, Ashleigh Renard and Lisa Nowak Spearing that this team has managed to grow. In just four years Philadelphia Symmetry grew from one to three competitive teams, and from 12 to 44 skaters ranging in age from 7 - 17 years old. Our 2008/2009 season, is an exciting year as the Preliminary team moves on to a Pre-Juvenile team and our Intermediate team skates at a qualifying level. We also have a Beginner team for skaters new to being on a Synchronized Skating team and a Learn to Synchro class for those interested in trying out the sport with less of a commitment.
Our skaters have found synchronized skating to be very rewarding as they make new friends, improve their own skating skills, and travel to different cities. As a team they share their love of the sport and stand united in their successes and disappointments. Their greatest successes have come from dedication, hard work, self-discipline, and perseverance.
Our Beginner, Pre-Juvenile and Intermediate teams will all compete in several competitions and all teams will perform at various exhibitions in the area.
Philadelphia Symmetry 2008/2009 Season
Team Selection Criteria
The coaches make all decisions regarding team selection. Selections are based on individual skating skills, synchro skating skills, athleticism, musicality, performance, ability to learn patterns and step sequences, attitude, and commitment. All skaters must be US Figure Skating members in good standing. The following are the team levels for the season and the specific requirements for each team level:
Beginner Team
- 8-16 skaters
- no age restrictions
- skaters must have passed Basic 5
Pre-Juvenile Team
- 12 skaters (2 alternates)
- the majority of the team must be under 12 years of age as of July 1st, 2007
- Preliminary Moves in the Field Test preferred
Intermediate Team
- 12-20 skaters
- all skaters must be under 18 years of age as of July 1st, 2007
- Pre-Juvenile Moves in the Field Test required
Learn more about Philadelphia Symmetry at www.philadelphiasymmetry.org
View the Philadelphia Symmetry brochure
Tryout Synchronized Skating without making a full club membership commitment! Classes begin for the public on Nov. 14th - 6 week series on Friday evenings at 7:15 during Public Group Lessons. Click here for more information.
For more information about our Synchronized Skating teams or clinics, please contact our director, Ashleigh Renard at ashleighrenard@gmail.com.
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