What you need for a figure skating competition

A figure skating competition needs more than ice time and music. You will need equipment for skaters, judges, volunteers, registration, scoring and the changing area, plus reliable power and communication gear. Use the listed quantities in the plan as your purchasing baseline, then add a small spare supply for consumables and last-minute replacements. Check the rink’s existing equipment before shopping, especially tables, chairs, speakers and changing-room fixtures.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Foldable tablesqty 10
Folding chairsqty 80
Jury tablesqty 4
Judges' chairsqty 12
Dressing room racksqty 8
Clothes hangersqty 80
Bollardsqty 20
Queue barriersqty 8

Equipment

Laptopqty 3
Printer
Mobile phonesqty 4
Sound system
Microphoneqty 2
Mixer
Speakersqty 2
Extension cordsqty 6
Power stripsqty 6
USB sticksqty 4
Calculatorsqty 4
Walkie-talkiesqty 6
Power banksqty 4

Sports equipment

Bib numbersqty 60
Race bib sleevesqty 60
Training bibsqty 20
Conesqty 12
Practice matsqty 6
Towelsqty 30
Ice skate guardsqty 10
Ice skate rackqty 2
Jury formsqty 300
Scorecardsqty 100
Clipboardsqty 12
Stopwatchesqty 4
Medal boxesqty 20
Cupsqty 12
Medalsqty 60
Certificatesqty 60
First aid kitqty 2
Ice picksqty 2
Safety vestsqty 8

Tableware

Coffee cupsqty 60
Glassesqty 100
Platesqty 100
Forksqty 100
Knivesqty 100
Spoonsqty 100
Serving plattersqty 12
Serving tongsqty 8
Coffee potsqty 4

Kitchen

Coffee machinesqty 2
Kettlesqty 2
Coolersqty 4
Thermos flasksqty 4
Cutting boardsqty 4
Bread knivesqty 4
Kitchen knivesqty 4
Storage binsqty 12
Food tongsqty 6

Decorations

Welcome sign
Competition bannersqty 4
Tableclothsqty 10
Stage backdrop
Flower arrangementsqty 4

Lighting

LED string lightsqty 4
LED lightsqty 6
Batteriesqty 24

Cleaning

Vacuum cleaner
Mop headsqty 3
Bucketsqty 3
Broom setsqty 3
Microfiber clothsqty 20
Toilet brushesqty 4

Catering

Groceries
- Coffee - 4 packs
- Decaf coffee - 1 pack
- Black tea - 2 boxes
- Herbal tea - 1 box
- Hot chocolate - 3 liters
- Sugar - 2 kilos
- Milk - 8 liters
- Oat milk - 3 liters
- Cola - 8 bottles
- Cola Zero - 6 bottles
- Sinas - 6 bottles
- Iced tea - 6 bottles
- Spa Blauw - 12 bottles
- Spa Rood - 6 bottles
- Apple juice - 4 packs
- Orange juice - 4 cartons
- Lemons - 12 pieces
- Apples - 40 pieces
- Bananas - 30 pieces
- Grapes - 3 kilos
- Mandarins - 30 pieces
- Cucumbers - 6 pieces
- Cherry tomatoes - 3 kilos
- Carrots - 2 kilo
- Bell peppers - 12 pieces
- Hummus - 6 tubs
- Cream cheese - 4 tubs
- Young cheese - 2 kilos
- Aged cheese - 1 kilo
- Turkey breast - 1 kilo
- Vegetarian spread - 6 tubs
- Peanut butter - 2 jars
- Jam - 2 jars
- Honey - 1 jar
- Whole wheat bread - 12 loaves
- White rolls - 80 pieces
- Whole wheat rolls - 60 pieces
- Croissants - 40 pieces
- Currant buns - 40 pieces
- Gluten-free sandwiches - 12 pieces
- Butter - 4 packs
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Paprika chips - 8 bags
- Plain chips - 8 bags
- Tortilla chips - 6 bags
- Salted pretzels - 6 bags
- Rice cakes - 6 packs
- Muesli bars - 60 pieces
- Cookies - 8 packs
- Brownies - 60
- Mini muffins - 60 pieces
- Raisins - 4 bags
- Mixed nuts - 3 bags
- Popcorn - 6 bags
- Yogurt drink - 30 bottles
- Ice pops - 60 pieces
- Peanut-free muesli bars - 30 pieces
- Allergen stickers - 2 sheets
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Cling film - 2 rolls
- Baking paper - 2 rolls
- Paper napkins - 500 pieces
- Paper towels - 8 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Trash bags - 60 pieces
- Dishwasher tablets - 40 pieces
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Glass cleaner - 1 bottle
- Disinfectant spray - 2 bottles
- Hand soap - 6 dispensers
- Hand sanitizer - 4 bottles
- Sponges - 12 pieces
- Rubber gloves - 12 pairs
- Coffee filters - 200 pieces
- Stirrers - 300 pieces
- Ice cubes - 10 kilos

Tips

Confirm what the rink already provides at least 7 days before the competition. This can prevent duplicate purchases of tables, chairs, speakers, power strips or an ice skate rack.
Prepare one complete set of judging materials for each judge, plus at least 2 spare jury forms. Keep calculators, pens and the printed start order together at the jury tables rather than distributing them on arrival.
Bring at least 2 USB sticks containing the checked music files. Keep one with the music operator and one as a backup, and test both on the laptop before skaters arrive.
Pack bib numbers, race bib sleeves and training bibs in separate labelled bundles. Prepare the race packets before event day so registration volunteers are not sorting materials while participants queue.
Plan power and communication equipment before loading the car: bring extension cords, power strips and power banks, and test the walkie-talkies and microphone at the rink at least 60 minutes before the first start.

Frequently asked questions

What equipment do I need for a figure skating competition?: You need judging and administration supplies, music and sound equipment, skater identification materials, changing-room equipment, barriers or bollards, and basic rink-side items such as towels and skate guards. The exact quantity depends on the number of judges, volunteers and participants, so match the listed quantities to your confirmed registration count.
How many USB sticks should I bring for a skating competition?: Bring at least 2 USB sticks with the final, checked music files. Keep one as the working copy and one as a backup, and verify both on the competition laptop before the event.
When should I buy supplies for a figure skating competition?: Complete the main shopping at least 7 days before the competition. Buy or print participant-specific materials, such as bibs and race packets, only after registrations and the start order are confirmed, ideally 2 to 3 days before the event.
What should I prepare for the judges?: Prepare one jury form set and one chair position per judge, with at least 2 spare forms available. Put calculators, pens, the jury lineup and the final start order at the jury tables before judging begins.

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