What happens if a lifted skater drops below the head level of the supporting skater during a transition?

When a lifted skater drops below the head level of the supporting skater during a transition, the feature is counted. This means that the judging panel recognizes that the transition was completed and meets the requirements needed for scoring, despite the skater's position. The importance of a transition lies in the execution and the incorporation of elements such as fluidity and difficulty, which are evaluated on their own merit.

In synchro skating, maintaining altitude during lifts is generally encouraged, but if the skater falls below head level, it does not inherently disqualify the transition. Instead, judges will consider how well the transition was executed, how it fits into the overall choreography, and the context of the performance, which can still contribute positively to the team's score. This allows teams to demonstrate creativity and adaptability even if an element is not performed in the ideal manner.