What does the same movements rule ensure in a No Hold Element?

The same movements rule in a No Hold Element is designed to promote consistency among the skaters. This rule requires that teams maintain a certain level of uniformity in their movements, which is essential for the element to be executed correctly and judged effectively. By ensuring that all skaters are performing the same movements, judges can assess the overall skill level and synchronization of the team more accurately.

While individuality and creativity play a crucial role in a team's performance, especially in artistic components, the primary focus of the same movements rule is to ensure that there is coherence in the execution of the element across all skaters. This allows for a clearer evaluation of the team’s performance, enhancing the quality of the presentation as a cohesive unit.

In this context, other aspects, such as variety in performance and individual creativity, are important for a team's overall artistic impression but are not the focus of the same movements rule in a No Hold Element. Rather than being individually scored, skaters within a team must work together to establish a clear, unified presentation that highlights their synchronization and the technical aspect of the element.