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BRINGING YOU NEW ZEALAND'S
PREMIER DANCE COMPETITION
2015 DANCEBRANDZ COMPETITIONS
REGIONAL EVENTS - 27th June 2015, Auckland | 14/15th August 2015, Wellington
DANCEBRANDZ NATIONALS - 26th September 2015, Auckland
Full competition details available at www.dancebrandz.com
ABOUT DANCEBRANDZ
DanceBrandz was established early in 2014 to enable Dance
Studios throughout NZ to have access to a fresh, fun and
exhilarating competitive dance environment with professional
and independent judging and state of the art lights, sound and
video projection.
The team at DanceBrandz enjoyed hosting hundreds of New Zealand
dancers in 2014. They are dedicated to ensuring their competitions set
the standard for all others. The team prides themselves on offering
affordable, well-run events, delivering a welcoming and positive
atmosphere to build the confidence and self-esteem of all participants.
We know how hard competitors work and believe their accomplishments
deserve recognition. Our judging is fair and transparent, and our awards
structure generous. It’s our goal for every participant to leave our competitions
feeling like a star.
ABOUT CHEERBRANDZ
“Thanks for a
well organised, fun
and entertaining
competition. We will
definitely be back!!”
Trilby, MEBA
“Thank you for the
well oiled machine
that yesterday's
dance comp was.
It was our first time
in Comps, as part
of the Baxter School
of Dance, and we
had a thoroughly
awesome time.”
Michelle,
Baxter School of Dance
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DanceBrandz' sister company CheerBrandz in association with All Star
Cheerleaders Ltd has been responsible for putting on the largest and most
successful cheerleading championships in New Zealand for more than 9 years.
Last year, a total of around 3,500 athletes competed in CheerBrandz
championships with a combined audience of approximately 6,000 spectators
cheering them on.
CheerBrandz judges are selected from top industry professionals. Judges are fair
and impartial to ensure our reputation of providing well-judged competitions.
CheerBrandz prides itself on creating a positive competition atmosphere. We go
extra lengths to make all attendees feel welcome! And we’re committed to
offering a competition environment that is both accommodating to coaches and
teachers, as well as fun and encouraging for our performers.
2015 COMPETITIONS
REGIONAL EVENTS
27th June 2015
North Shore Events Centre,
Wairau Valley, North Shore, Auckland
Early Bird closes 30 April 2015
14th/15th August 2015
Te Rauparaha Arena, Wellington
Early Bird Closes 15th June 2015
DANCEBRANDZ NATIONALS
26th September 2015
Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna
Early Bird Closes 10th July 2015
NOVICE TO ELITE
We appreciate that dance troupes have different
commitment and ability levels so we have a large
range of divisions for beginner and recreational
dance teams to the elite professional performance
troupes. At DanceBrandz we provide dancers with a
competitive environment while maintaining a level
playing field by catering to dancer age, proficiency,
time commitment, studio size and style of dance.
INDEPENDENT JUDGES
Independent Judges are vital
to the credibility of any Dance
Competition. At DanceBrandz
we take judging very seriously
and only engage the best. Our
judges are independent,
experienced and credible, and
the feedback you’ll receive
from them post event, will be
invaluable in helping your
troupe take their performances
to the next level.
Our 2014 judges were respected
Australian judge - Anthony Ikin,
seasoned professional -Tania
Foster, and Zulu Gremlin - Hip Hop
Legend from the USA.
IT’S AN EXPERIENCE
At DanceBrandz we don’t just run a competition we
believe in putting on a show! The production value of our
competition is huge with rockstar lighting, sound and
two professional full sized Marley Dance Floors – one for
competition and one backstage for warmups. We know
how much work goes into choreography, training and
practices, so we give dancers an experience like no
other - it’s electrifying! Every dancer whether they win
or not will come away feeling like a star!
QUALIFY FOR THE DANCE+CHEER GAMES IN HAWAII!!
DanceBrandz competitions are the only events in
New Zealand where top teams will have the chance
to qualify for the Dance+Cheer Games in Waikiki,
Hawaii in 2016!
The Dance+Cheer Games are the worlds only
international Dance & Cheer Competition. It's an
exclusive qualifier only competition for Dance in a
range of disciplines plus Cheer Levels 1-4 and 5
restricted. All teams entered into the competitive
divisions of the DanceBrandz competitions will get
the opportunity to qualify for the Games, with the top
team in each division qualifying.
The standard is high and the atmosphere electrifying,
experiences that no dancer will ever forget!
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SCORING
JUDGING
DanceBrandz is completely independent and does not hold any
affiliations to any Dance Studio. We have a completely transparent
scoring system and we pride ourselves on our unbiased independent
Judging panels. We believe in investing in only the best international
and national dance experts. Dancebrandz, typically uses a panel of 6
judges who are carefully screened and come from a variety of
backgrounds. You can expect all our judges to be professional, fair,
knowledgeable and experienced.
SCORESHEETS
DanceBrandz uses the DanceWorlds scoresheets. While dance will
always be very subjective, the DanceWorlds scoring has streamlined
the categories to make the score sheet easy to follow. The scoring
system is intended to be easy to choreograph to, and should allow for
more creativity in routines yet still requiring difficulty to get
maximum scores. IASF Dance and The Dance Worlds believes in
ranking through a system of guidelines that create fair play within
broad categories that embrace all interpretations and genres within
the style. Categories include Jazz, Hip Hop & Open Dance and
provide a broad scope to include performance teams from various
regions and countries. The Dance Worlds Scoresheets are developed
with leading judges, coaches and event producers. With meticulous
annual review they develop a scoring system that allows the top
experts in the field accurate and clear adjudication for proper
ranking. Download scoresheets at http://dancebrandz.com/scoring/
FEEDBACK
Immediately after prize giving, scoresheets are available for
collection and include scores and comments from each judge. Teams
will also receive a ranking sheet for everyone that competed in their
category/division.
Please note, teams entered into Dance Prep
will not be considered for International Bids.
QUALIFY FOR THE IASF
WORLDS COMPETITION
If you are entering the Open Jazz, Open Hip Hop or Junior Open
Dance categories you will have the chance to qualify for the IASF
Dance Worlds Competition in Disney World Florida, USA in 2016. If
you would like to be considered for the Dance Worlds then along with
entering into one of the Competitive Dance Divisions, you will also
need to add the Worlds Bid Division to your entry. The highest score
in Open Jazz, Open Hip Hop & Junior Dance from the Competitive
Dance Divisions who also meet the Worlds age and division
requirements will qualify for the Dance Worlds.
CATEGORIES
Jazz
A jazz routine incorporates stylized dance movements and
combinations, formation changes, group work, leaps and turns.
Emphasis is placed on proper technical execution, extension, control,
body placement and team uniformity.
Hip Hop
Routines can incorporate street style movements with an emphasis
on execution, style, creativity, body isolations and control, rhythm,
uniformity and musical interpretation.
Lyrical
Lyrical dance combines elements of ballet and jazz. The dancers will
use gesture, facial expression and controlled movement to convey
emotion and interpret the music.
Contemporary
A fusion of modern, jazz, lyrical and ballet, contemporary routines
stress versatility and improvisation. Contemporary dance does not
necessarily adhere to the strict body lines of other styles of dance.
DIVISIONS
Open Dance
A routine in this category may incorporate any one style or
combination of styles outlined. All styles will be judged against each
other in this category.
To ensure that Dance Studios register and compete in the correct
division we ask that Studio Directors review this document carefully.
AGE OF COMPETITOR
DanceBrandz competitions offer a variety of divisions to suit every
level of dancer and dance troupe from beginners through to
seasoned professionals. At DanceBrandz we value providing
dancers with a competitive environment while maintaining a level
playing field, and catering to all different ages and abilities.
The age of a competitor will be determined based on the date of birth
falling during the “year of competition.” For example, a competitor
who turns 14 any time during 2015 will be eligible to compete in the
Open 14+ age divisions. Likewise, a competitor who turns 15 any time
during 2015 will not be eligible for any Junior Divisions.
DANCE PREP DIVISIONS
Dance Prep is an entry level Competition Division that was created for
the purpose of introducing dancers & families to Competitive Dance.
It is intended to help Studio Directors build their classes, create
revenue, and give dancers with limited financial resources a reason to
stay in dance. Typically a group entered in this division would have
limited weekly practices, a more relaxed environment, lower financial
commitments and fewer costume costs. Note: Competitive
Performance Troupes should not compete in this division. Dancers
entered in the Competitive Dance Divisions are NOT allowed to
crossover to Dance Prep under any circumstances. No exceptions.
COMPETITIVE DANCE DIVISIONS
Competitive Divisions are offered for teams with more experience,
looking for a truly competitive experience. To be eligible for a Worlds
Bid teams must be entered in a Competitive Dance Division.
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AGE OF TEAM
The Division Age of a team is determined by the oldest competitor.
COMBINING AND SPLITTING DIVISIONS
DanceBrandz may combine, add, delete or split divisions at any time
leading up to the event when there are less than two teams registered
in any division.
CROSSOVERS
Crossovers are allowed and we will do our best to accommodate
crossovers but some warm-ups & performance conflicts may be
unavoidable. If there are conflicts, this is a risk the coach or gym will
need to accept. DanceBrandz will not be responsible nor will we
make warmup or scheduling changes to accommodate cross-over
conflicts. However, every effort will be made to provide time for
uniform changes and/or rest between crossover routines, but we
cannot guarantee more than 10mins for this.
AGE
GENDER
MEMBERS
STYLE
DANCE PREP DIVISIONS
AGE
GENDER
MEMBERS
STYLE
Female
/ Male
4 or more
dancers*
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
SCHOOL DIVISIONS
Mini
8 years
& younger
Female
/ Male
4 or more
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Junior
14 years
& younger
Female
/ Male
4 or more
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Open
14 years
& older
Female
/ Male
4 or more
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Teen
10 to
18 years
Female
/ Male
4 or more
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Senior
18 years
& older
Female
/ Male
4 or more
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Primary,
Intermediate
& High School
Based on the
school year
* All dancers must be currently enrolled at the school
SOLO DIVISIONS
Tiny
5 years
& younger
Female
/ Male
1 dancer
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Mini
6 years
to 8 years
Female
/ Male
1 dancer
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Youth
9 years
to 11 years
Female
/ Male
1 dancer
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Junior
12 years
to 14 years
Female
/ Male
1 dancer
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Teen
15 years
to 17 years
Female
/ Male
1 dancer
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Senior
18 years
& older
Female
/ Male
1 dancer
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
COMPETITIVE DANCE DIVISIONS (Including Worlds Bid Divisions)
Mini
8 years
& younger
Female
/ Male
4 or more
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Junior Small
14 years
& younger
0 Males
4 - 14
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Junior Large
14 years
& younger
0 Males
15 or more
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Junior Small Coed
14 years
& younger
1 or more
Males
4 - 14
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Junior Large Coed
14 years
& younger
1 or more
Males
15 or more
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Mini
8 years
& younger
Female
/ Male
4 or more
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Teen Small
10 to
18 years
0 Males
4 - 14
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Junior
14 years
& younger
Female
/ Male
4 or more
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Teen Large
10 to
18 years
0 Males
15 or more
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Open
14 years
& older
Female
/ Male
4 or more
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Teen Small Coed
10 to
18 years
1 or more
Males
4 - 14
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Teen
10 to
18 years
Female
/ Male
4 or more
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Teen Large Coed
10 to
18 years
1 or more
Males
15 or more
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Senior
18 years
& older
Female
/ Male
4 or more
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Open Small
14 years
& older
0 Males
4 - 14
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Based on the
school year
Female
/ Male
4 or more
dancers*
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Open Large
14 years
& older
0 Males
15 or more
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Primary,
Intermediate
& High School
Open Small Coed
14 years
& older
1 or more
Males
4 - 14
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Open Large Coed
14 years
& older
1 or more
Males
15 or more
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Senior Small
18 years
& older
Female
/ Male
4 - 14
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
Senior Large
18 years
& older
Female
/ Male
15 or more
dancers
Jazz, Hip Hop,
Open Dance
INTERNATIONAL DANCE+CHEER GAMES DIVISIONS
* All dancers must be currently enrolled at the school
WORLDS BID DIVISIONS
Junior Dance
14 years
& younger
Female
/ Male
4 or more
dancers
Open Dance
Open Jazz
14 years
& older
Female
/ Male
4 or more
dancers
Jazz
Open Hip Hop
14 years
& older
Female
/ Male
4 or more
dancers
Hip Hop
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DANCEBRANDZ GUIDELINES & POLICIES
Routine Time
Routine time limits are 2:00 minutes for all solo's. Troupe time limit is
3:00 minutes. Your entire routine may be choreographed to music
but it is not a requirement. DanceBrandz will provide a CD player and
a MP3 Player hook up for your music on the main practice floor as well
as the main stage.
Please read through the
following carefully.
• Injury – Practice Area Minor injury – cut, bloody nose, etc The
team may move to an open area in the practice area to work
through their issues, but must perform at their scheduled time.
• Major injury – broken bone, head/neck/back injury, etc The team
will be allotted time to make adjustments to their performance.
The amount of time given will be determined by the event
manager and/or the practice area manager (45 minutes max.)
Routine Beginnings & Endings
What Happens if there is a Scoring Error
Timing and judging of routines will begin with the first organized
movement or the first note of music. Timing will end with the last note
of music or when the ending motion or pose is held.
Floor Size
The main performance surface will be a Marley Dance Floor approx
12.5m x 12.5m. The competition boundary is defined as the
performance surface and any immediate adjacent safety border. For
safety purposes, we require everyone to perform their routine on the
performance surface.
Coaches on Performance Floor
Coaches are allowed to sit on the stage/performance floor for Tiny,
Mini & Special Needs divisions only. Coaches are not allowed to be on
the stage/performance floor for any other divisions. Coaches can sit
at the front of the performance floor (if applicable).
Suitable Viewing for All Audiences
All routines must be suitable for viewing by audiences of all ages.
Vulgar or suggestive music or material is not allowed and will result in
a 2.0 point deduction for each incident. Vulgar or suggestive material
is defined as any movement or choreography implying something
improper or indecent, appearing offensive or sexual in content,
and/or relaying lewd or profane gestures, implications or lyrics.
Vulgarity will be determined at the discretion of the judges and/or
event directors.
Music
Please bring TWO high quality copies of your music to the event. CDs
or MP3 PLAYERS ONLY! One representative of your group/individual
will be responsible for running the music during the competition. This
person must remain at the sound area throughout the entire
performance.
What happens in the Event of a Music Mishap
If the music skips or cuts out during the routine the coach will need to
decide if they want to re-perform their routine again in its entirety. If
the team decides to re-perform their routine, the event manager will
place them in the next available time slot. This time slot is nonnegotiable. The team must perform their routine full out from start to
finish, and will be scored on the 2nd performance only. If a team
decides not to re-perform their routine, the original routine will be
scored in full. Only 2 performances will be allowed per team.
What happens in the Event of an Injury?
• Injury – Performance Area - Music may be stopped by a
coach/team representative/event staff member if an injury
occurs. If the music is stopped due to a major injury, the team will
be asked to exit the floor while a First Aid Person is attending to
the injured participant(s). The team will be allotted time to make
adjustments to their performance and re-perform their routine at
a later time. The time given is up to the discretion of the event
manager. The routine will be re-scored from the point the injury
occurred. All scores received prior to the injury will remain the
same. The routine must be performed in its entirety.
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In the instance a score is added incorrectly and the error is caught at
the event, the team will be properly awarded during the next awards
ceremony if possible. In the instance a score is added incorrectly and
the error is caught after the event, the score and placement will be
corrected and results will be changed on the website. All teams
involved will be notified and correct awards will be mailed.
Ties
In the event of a true tie, the team with the highest Performance
Impression will be named first. If performance impression are also
tied, the head judge will decide on the winning team. ALL SCORES
AT EVENTS ARE FINAL…(NO EXCEPTIONS)
Sportsmanship
DanceBrandz will promote sportsmanship by all who attend our
events. Unsportsmanlike conduct by coaches, athletes and
spectators during the event is not acceptable.
Coaches/Owners/Directors/Athletes
Much like every sport, when a coach/athlete is in discussion with an
official, other coaches, athletes and parents/spectators they must
maintain proper conduct.
Recruiting of Athletes/Promoting Dance Studio at Dancebrandz
Events
The recruiting of dancers and promoting your studio to explicitly
recruit dancers is strictly prohibited at all DanceBrandz events. The
following are examples of what is not allowed:
1. Flyers that are handed out detailing tryout information, studio
location, number, website etc. inside arena/competition area
and/or parking lot. (The handing out of inspirations/good luck
messages is allowed as long as there is no promotional
information other than studio/team name).
2. Coaches, owners, directors, etc. talking to other athletes about
attending their studio.
3. Recruiting of athletes/promoting gym at a DanceBrandz events
can/may result in a 2.0 point deduction, removal of
owners/directors/coaches, disqualification, etc.
Teams may report any issues to event management, but in order for
us to assess a point deduction or disqualification, a member of our
staff must actually witness such conduct and deem it
unsportsmanlike. We cannot make a ruling based on hearsay alone.
Nationals
To be eligible to compete at DanceBrandz Nationals you must
participate at a regional competition.
GENERAL RULES
Guidelines
Rule Interpretation Service
1. All teams must be supervised during all official functions by a
qualified coach / instructor.
It is the policy of DanceBrandz not to give specific rule interpretations
over the phone. All official rule interpretations must be sent via email
to [email protected]. All videos must contain the following:
2. Coaches / instructors must require proficiency before skill
progression. Coaches must consider the dancer and team skill
level with regard to proper performance placement.
3. All participants agree to conduct themselves in a manner
displaying good sportsmanship throughout the event. The
director / coach of each team is responsible for seeing that team
members, coaches, parents and any other person affiliated with
the team conduct themselves accordingly.
4. All programs should have, and review an emergency action plan in
the event of an injury.
5. Each team will have a maximum time of 2:00 minutes for all solo's
and 3:00 minutes for troupes. Timing will begin with the first
choreographed movement or note of the music. Timing will end
with the last choreographed movement or note of the music,
whichever happens last.
1. Front, side and back view of the skill/section in question. Do not
send entire routines.
2. A letter stating the question/request.
3. Organisation/Team name and event(s)/division entering.
4. Contact name, phone number and email address.
All official rule interpretation requests must be received to
DanceBrandz at least 10 days prior to the event the team is attending.
If the skill/section in question is reviewed and cleared, DanceBrandz
provide the coach with a rule interpretation response. Please bring
the rule interpretation response that you receive with you to all
DanceBrandz events. Only official rule interpretations from the
DanceBrandz office will be permissible at any DanceBrandz event.
6. Event producers may allow a maximum of 5 second leeway / grace
period.
7. Substitutions may be made in the event of an injury or other
serious circumstance. Substitutes must also abide by the age and
gender restrictions in all divisions in which they compete.
8. Footwear is recommended but not required. Wearing socks and /
or footed tights only is prohibited. (Exception, socks are allowed
on a carpeted performance surface).
9. Jewellery as a part of a costume is allowed.
Choreography and Costuming
1. Suggestive, offensive or vulgar choreography, costuming and / or
music are inappropriate for family audiences and therefore lack
audience appeal.
2. Routine choreography should be appropriate and entertaining for
all audience members. Vulgar or suggestive material is defined as
any movement of choreography implying something improper or
indecent, appearing offensive or sexual in content, and / or
relaying lewd or profane gestures or implication. Inappropriate
choreography, costuming and / or music may also affect the
judges’ overall impression and / or score of the routine.
3. All choreography should be age appropriate.
4. All costuming and makeup should be age appropriate and
acceptable for family viewing.
Props
1. Wearable and handheld items are allowed in all categories and can
be removed and discarded from the body.
2. Standing props are allowed. This includes any item that bears the
weight of the participant. (Examples: chairs, stools, benches,
ladders, boxes, stairs, etc).
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RULES - INDIVIDUALS
(TECHNICAL SKILLS)
• Supporting leg is on ground through the completion of the turn.
• Rotations are limited to 2 rotations.
Prep
Skills are developed and should be part of natural progression in
learning. The prep category involves skills with the following
limitations:
1. Any combination of turns, leaps or jumps is limited to 3 technical
skills. (Clarification: any skills not broken by a pause, stall or step
are considered multiple skills [i.e. double pirouette is 2 skills].
Glissade and gallop / Chasse are considered steps.)
2. Turns are allowed provided the following:
• Working leg is held in a passe or coupe position.
3. Leaps and jumps are allowed provided the following:
• Does not involve a change in body position, facing direction or
leg placement, from preparation through completion of the skill.
• Do not involve axis rotation (Example: tour jet / jete or axle is not
allowed).
4. Skills that do not include inversion or hip over head rotation may
be airborne provided the following: no more than one axis rotation
in a straight / pencil position (Example: A jump full turn is allowed,
a windmill or butterfly is not allowed).
Executed by Individuals (Tumbling and Aerial Street Style Skills)
Tumbling as a dance skill is allowed, but not required in all divisions with the following limitations:
PREP
CORE
EXPANDED HIP HOP
0.5 Inverted Skills:
a) Non airborne skills must
involve hand support
with at least one hand
throughout the skill
(Example: shoulder stall).
b) Airborne skills are n
/ ot
allowed/
Inverted Skills:
a) Non airborne skills are allowed (Example:
Headstand)
b) Airborne skills with or without hand
support that land in a perpendicular
inversion may not have backward
momentum in the approach
Inverted Skills:
a) Core applies
b) Airborne skills are allowed
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Tumbling skills with hip over
head rotation:
a) Core applies
b) Airborne skills with hand
support are n
/ ot allowed
(no exceptions)
c)/ Airborne skills without
hand support are not
allowed (no exceptions)
Tumbling skills with hip over head rotation:
a) Non airborne skills are allowed
b) Airborne skills with hand support:
- May be airborne in descent if the
approach is non airborne and is limited to
two consecutive hip over head rotation
skills (Clarification: a round off is allowed hands touch the ground before the foot
leaves the ground)
- May not be airborne in approach
(Exception: Dive rolls)
c) Airborne skills without hand support are
not allowed. (Exception: Aerial cartwheel
that is not connected to any other skill)
Tumbling skills with hip over head rotation:
a) Core applies
b) Airborne skills with hand support
- Are allowed (Example: Back
Handspring)
- Are limited to two consecutive hip
over head rotation skills (Clarification:
both skills must have hand support)
Airborne skills without hand support are
allowed provided:
- Involves no more than one twisting
transition
- May not connect to any other skill
(group or individual or jump)
2
Core applies
Simultaneous tumbling over or under another
dancer that includes hip over head rotation by
both dancers is not allowed.
Core applies
3
Core applies
Drops to the knee, thigh, back, shoulder, seat,
front or head onto the performing surface are
not allowed unless the dancer first bears
weight on the hand(s) or foot / feet.
Only drops to the shoulder or seat are
permitted provided the height of the
airborne dancer does not exceed hip level.
(Clarification: For drops to the knee, thigh,
back, front or head the core rules apply.)
4
Core applies
Landing in a push up position onto the
performance surface from a jump in which the
legs are in front of the body and swing behind
are not allowed. All variations of a shushanova
are not allowed.
Landing in a push up position may involve
any jump
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Core applies
Hip over head rotation skills with hand support
are not allowed while holding poms or props
in supporting hand(s). (Exception: forward
rolls and backward rolls are allowed).
Core applies
Aerial Street Skills are Hip Hop skill sets that dancers develop over time. They can include
rotation that is hip over head or twisting. These skills are NOT meant to incorporate gymnastics
or cheerleading style tumbling. Such gymnastic skills are NOT ALLOWED. This prohibits
"standing full twisting layout" in the Expanded Hip hop Rules but allows capoeira style "folha
secca twist".
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RULES - GROUPS
(TECHNICAL SKILLS)
Executed by Groups or Pairs (Lifts and Partnering):
Tumbling as a dance skill is allowed, but not required in all divisions with the following limitations:
PREP
CORE
EXPANDED HIP HOP
0.5 Executing Dancer's hips
cannot elevate above
shoulder level.
Dance Lifts are allowed.
Core applies.
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All Supporting Dancer(s)
must maintain direct contact
with the performance surface
at all times.
The Executing Dancer must receive support
from a Supporting Dancer who is in direct
contact with the performance surface.
(Exception: kick line leaps)
A supporting Dancer does not have to
maintain contact with the performance
surface provided the height of the skill does
not exceed shoulder level.
2
All Supporting Dancer(s)
must maintain contact with
the Executing Dancer(s)
throughout the entire skill.
(Clarification: The Executing
Dancer may not be released)
At least one Supporting Dancer must maintain
contact with the Executing Dancer(s)
throughout the entire skill above shoulder
level.
Core applies.
3
Executing Dancer must
maintain an upright position
in any elevated skill.
Hip over head rotation of the Executing
Dancer(s) is allowed if:
a) A Supporting Dancer maintains contact
until the Executing Dancer returns to the
performance surface or is returning to the
upright position.
b) The Executing Dancer is limited to one (hip
over head) rotation. (Clarification: Any hip
over head rotations within a partnering or
lift sequence must have a clear stop in the
upright position).
Core applies.
A Vertical Inversion is allowed if:
a) The Supporting Dancer(s) maintains
contact until the Executing Dancer returns
to the performance surface or returns to
the upright position.
b) When the height of the Executing Dancer's
shoulders exceed shoulder level there is at
least one additional dancer to spot who
does not bear weight.
Core applies.
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Release Moves
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The Executing Dancer may
not be released
An Executing Dancer may jump, leap, step, or
push off a Supporting Dancer(s) if:
a) The highest point of the released skill does
not elevate the Executing Dancer's hips
above shoulder level.
b) When the height of the skill is between hip
level and shoulder level, the Executing
Dancer may not pass through the prone or
inverted position after the release.
c) Free flying toe pitches are not allowed.
An Executing Dancer may jump, leap, step,
push off a Supporting Dancer(s) if:
a) /The highest point of the released skill
does not elevate the Executing Dancer's
feet above shoulder level.
b) Core applies.
c) Core applies.
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The Executing Dancer may
not be released
A Supporting Dancer may toss an Executing
Dancer if:
a) The highest point of the toss does not
elevate the Executing Dancer's hips above
shoulder level.
b) The Executing Dancer is not supine or
inverted when released.
c) The Executing Dancer does not pass
through a prone or inverted position after
release.
A Supporting Dancer may toss an Executing
Dancer if:
a) The highest point of the released skill does
not elevate the Executing Dancer's feet
above shoulder level.
b) The Executing Dancer may be supine or
inverted when released but s/he must
land on their foot / feet.
c) The Executing Dancer does not pass
through an inverted position after release.
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PRICING
At DanceBrandz we do things differently and pull out all the stops to
provide dancers with a fun, exciting and electric competition
experience..
We are the competition professionals offering large events with
amazing staff, consistent organisation, run efficiently and on time, with
fair independent judging. We look after your dancers! Offering a
professional competition day with a full Marley Dance Floor and
stretching area scheduled to ensure your athletes are prepared and
ready for their big moment.
DanceBrandz, not your
typical competition...
It’s a rock star concert
where the dancers are
the main act!!!
DANCEBRANDZ 2015 COMPETITIONS
Special Early Bird Pricing
Early Bird pricing is available for all troupe dancers who complete and
pay their registration up to two months prior to the competition date.
* Early Bird Participant Entry Fee for Troupe only:
$35 p/p
* Early Bird Crossover fee for any subsequent troupe:
$10 p/p
Standard Pricing
* Participant Entry Fee Solos:
* Participant Entry Fee Troupes:
* Participant Crossover fee – Troupes only:
$30 p/p
$45 p/p
$15 p/p
Spectator Fees
* Adult all day ticket:
* Child (5 to 13):
* Senior (with card):
* Under 5:
$15
$10
$10
Free
PAYMENT POLICIES
Early Bird – Troupes only
Full payment must be received on or before the Early Bird
registration deadline to receive the Early Bird price. If received after
this date the balance of the standard price will be payable before the
event date.
Full Payment Prior to Event
Full payment must be received on or before the day of the
registration deadline prior to any DanceBrandz competition.
Late Payments
If a payment is received AFTER the deadline, late charges will apply
and there is NO GUARANTEE of registration unless confirmed by
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Example – If a dancer completes
registration before early bird cutoff
and is competing with 3 troupes the
cost will be:
Entry Fee (covers first troupe):
Crossover 2nd troupe item:
Crossover 3rd troupe item:
Total to pay:
$35
$10
$10
$55
DanceBrandz. If DanceBrandz grants permission to pay the day of the
event, CASH or CREDIT CARD payment is the only method of
payment accepted.
Refund Policy
If your team needs to cancel your registration you must notify
DanceBrandz with a written explanation at least 2 weeks prior to the
competition. The following schedule will be used for refunds:
a. Written request 3 weeks prior to the event full refund less $50
admin fee.
b. Written request within last 2 weeks – NO REFUND – regardless of
the issue.
c. No refunds will be made for a no-show, dropout or scratch at the
competition.
d. No refunds for individuals can be made due to the volume of
participants.
AWARDS
PARTICIPATION AWARDS
SUPREME AWARDS
At DanceBrandz we want to recognize the effort all dancers and
coaches put into their routines and as a thank you for choosing
DanceBrandz, everyone goes home with a gift.
We understand how important it is to be rewarded for outstanding
performances and choreography and we like to recognize and
reward Dance Studios that consistently score among the top.
• Coach gift
• Participant gift
That is why in addition to Division and Grand Championship awards,
we also present Supreme Awards for Choreography, an Award for the
Overall Winning Dance Studio and Worlds Bid Banners to all our
Qualifiers.
DIVISION AWARDS
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1st, 2nd, 3rd place, each receive a Trophy
All Participants of 1st, 2nd, 3rd place receive Medals
Solo's 1st place receives a Trophy
Solo's 1st, 2nd & 3rd placings each receive a Medal
4th & below, each receive an Outstanding Performance Certificate
• Best Choreography Trophy
• Worlds Bid Banners awarded to all qualifiers
• Supreme Dance Studio Championship Trophy (must have 3 or
more groups entered to qualify for this award)
Please note DanceBrandz reserves the right to make changes or
substitute awards without notice. Every effort will be made to notify
participants if such changes are necessary.
GRAND CHAMPIONSHIP AWARDS
In addition to Division Awards we like to recognize the overall
highest scoring team in each category and present them with a
Grand Championship Banner and mini banners for each participant.
• Highest Scoring Team in Dance Prep receives a Grand
Championship Banner
• All Participants of the Dance Prep Grand Championship Team
receive a Mini Banner
• Highest Scoring Team in Competitive Dance receives a Grand
Championship Banner
• All Participants of the Competitive Dance Grand Championship
Team receive a Mini Banner
HOW TO REGISTER
TEAMS
1.
Visit http://dancebrandz.com/registration/teams/
2. Complete the online entry form - Dance Studio/ School
contact details and team information.
3. Download and complete the dancer registration form located
halfway down entry form page. Fill out the details for all team
members - Name, Age, Primary Team and Crossover Teams.
4. Once form is completed upload to entry form.
5. Complete payment details, read Terms and Conditions
and submit.
SOLOS
1.
Visit http://dancebrandz.com/registration/solos/
2. Complete the online entry form and submit
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Phone: 09 444 5587
Email: [email protected]
Postal: Po box 94, Westpark Village, Auckland 0661
Full competition details available at www.dancebrandz.com