Diving rules.

6-dive competition

• • First dive: capped at 1.8 DD
• • Girls minimum: 11.5 DD total
• • Boys minimum: 12.0 DD total
• • All dives must be unique

11-dive competition

• • First 5 voluntary: max 9.0 DD combined
• • Same minimum totals as 6-dive
• • All dives must be unique

Safety restrictions

• • Banned: 104A, 304A, 402A
• • Position validity must be verified
• • Only allowed positions per dive

Group requirements

• • All 5 dive groups must be represented
• • Forward, Back, Reverse, Inward, Twisting
• • 11-dive: all groups in first 8

Balk penalties

• • First balk: 2-point deduction per judge
• • Second balk: failed dive (0 points)
• • Definition: starting but not completing takeoff

Failed dives

• • Wrong dive performed
• • Unsafe entry (back / belly landing)
• • Loss of control during flight
• • Penalty: 0 points awarded

Equipment violations

• • Improper swimsuit or uniform
• • Jewelry or accessories
• • Unsafe board conditions
• • Result: disqualification or correction

Procedural violations

• • Late dive sheet submission
• • Coaching during competition
• • Unsportsmanlike conduct
• • Penalties: warnings to disqualification

Pool requirements

• • Minimum depth by diving height
• • Clear water with proper visibility
• • Temperature within acceptable range
• • Proper lighting

Equipment safety

• • Regular board inspections
• • Proper fulcrum settings and limits
• • Non-slip surfaces maintained
• • Emergency equipment accessible

Personnel

• • Certified diving referee present
• • Qualified safety personnel on deck
• • Medical personnel available
• • Trained coaches supervising

Diver safety

• • Proper warm-up procedures
• • Age-appropriate dive restrictions
• • Injury reporting procedures
• • Emergency action plans in place

Judge requirements

Certification

Current diving judge certification required.

Positioning

Optimal viewing of takeoff, flight, and entry.

Scoring standards

Consistent application of criteria across the meet.

Referee duties

Competition management

Oversee conduct and rule enforcement.

Safety oversight

Ensure all safety protocols are followed.

Rule interpretation

Final decisions on interpretations during the meet.