Testing
Figure skating in the U.S. can be either competitive or recreational, and those learning to skate can choose either route. While competitive skaters are required to participate in the U.S. testing structure to eventually compete in qualifying competitions, recreational skaters can also opt to take tests in order to continually challenge themselves and their abilities.
The official tests of U.S. Figure Skating may be taken by all figure skaters who are members of a member club or collegiate club, individual members who are currently registered with U.S. Figure Skating and are otherwise qualified under these rules, as well as by members of a member association of the ISU.
Test sessions can only be held under the auspices and control of a member club. Fees are involved and vary by club. Sessions are organized and run under procedures outlined in the U.S. Figure Skating rulebook. Any person who is interested in participating in the U.S. Figure Skating testing structure is encouraged to review The Official U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook. The rulebook addresses such questions as coaching and the conduct of candidates at test sessions.
For all tests other than adult and masters tests, age is not a factor. To qualify for an adult test, the candidate must be 21 years of age or older. To qualify for masters tests, the candidate must be 50 years of age or older.
Upcoming Test Dates
USFSA Tests – Sunday, May 17, 2026
This event for ALL disciplines
Applications and required fees must be received by May 3, 2026. A permission to test from the applicant’s home club must also be included if home club is other than the Skating Club of Wilmington.
Registration deadlines are typically 2 weeks prior to the testing event. Please refer to individual events for actual deadline dates. Refunds will not be given for tests cancelled.
USFSA Tests – Sunday, July 12, 2026
This event for ALL disciplines
Applications and required fees must be received by June 28, 2026. A permission to test from the applicant’s home club must also be included if home club is other than the Skating Club of Wilmington.
Registration deadlines are typically 2 weeks prior to the testing event. Please refer to individual events for actual deadline dates. Refunds will not be given for tests cancelled.
USFSA Tests – Sunday, August 9, 2026
This event for ALL disciplines
Applications and required fees must be received by July 26, 2026. A permission to test from the applicant’s home club must also be included if home club is other than the Skating Club of Wilmington.
Registration deadlines are typically 2 weeks prior to the testing event. Please refer to individual events for actual deadline dates. Refunds will not be given for tests cancelled.
