Skate America is an international, senior-level invitation-only figure skating competition organized by the USFSA. It is the first ISU Grand Prix event to be held. The location changes yearly. Medals are awarded in four disciplines: men's singles, ladies' singles, pairs, and ice dancing.
The 2005 competition was held in Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, New Jersey, from October 20 through 23. The compulsory dance was the Ravensburger Waltz.
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