AAPC POLE PERFORMER
Scarlett from Sky High Pole - Guest Performance 2019
This document covers the information as a whole for the Pole Performer Competition. Please also see the “Pole Movement Rulings” for specific moves and guide on level for the divisions and the “Online Pole Info” document for information on the online only competitions.
CONTENTS
LIVE EVENTS:
Entries Open 16th Jan 2026
Entries Close Varied dates, approx 2 month prior to show
NT live heat Entries close March 22nd EVENT: May 23 (3d Fitness - Darwin)
Vic live heat Entries close April 12th EVENT: June 13 (Soul Greensborough)
SA live heat Entries close April 12th EVENT: June 27 (Star Theatre – Hilton)
QLD live heat Entries close May 10th EVENT: July 18 (Toowoomba Pole Fitness)
Video entry only Entries close July 20th
JUNIOR/DUO Entries close July 20th EVENT: Sept 26th – Pole 4 Fitness Gawler
Grand Finals October 3rd & 4th (Star Theatre - SA)
DAY 1 = Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
DAY 2 = Amateur, Artist, Masters, Duos
HOW TO ENTER THE LIVE EVENTS
To enter, Contestants are required to submit an application form including entry video via google forms, $50 application fee and supply 1 professional photograph for promotions. All pieces of application must be completed for the entry to be deemed successful. Late entries will not be accepted. Music MUST be submitted at this stage as we will screen the choices to ensure no double ups. Any changes to music must be submitted in writing to the organizer for approval.
Competitors may elect to enter whichever state heat they prefer. After submission, When entries close, applications are reviewed and if necessary due to capacity of competitor numbers, videos will be judged and scored. The highest ranking entries will be accepted to compete in a heat or direct to finals.
All entrants will be emailed after the first selection for live shows with either an unsuccessful message, or an acceptance email with link to the registration form.
Registration forms must be received at latest 3 weeks before the events. This is to ensure we can process all documents and send the appropriate information to each staff member.
Initial Selection Criteria
i) The Performer must have at least 6 months of training and experience
ii) The Performer must be at least 18 years of age OR have guardian sign-off
iii) The Performer must be an Australian resident.
iv) Competitors can be studio trained or self taught.
Entry Videos
The video must be well lit, with the performer and stage area/pole easily visible. The video may not be edited in any way, it must show a continuous performance of the applicant for a minimum of 2 minutes. Videos with footage exceeding 4 mins will not be viewed beyond this point. Video entry must be clearly labelled with ‘AAPC Pole Performer’, Performer name and division applying for and year of submission. Videos may be uploaded to youtube/vimeo or dropbox, and link sent to organiser. Downloadable links are preferred, but not crucial, It is expected videos will be in costume but HMUA is not required.
Videos may be studio or previous performance and does not need to be the routine you intend on competing; but it must show your approximate skill level, and must not be recorded more than 18 months prior. Video entries will be judged in the first instance by the Organiser..
ABOUT THE COMPETITION
Pole details
The poles used will be 38mm brass Pussycat poles at a height of 3-3.5mtr. Poles are set approximately 2.4 mtrs apart and 2.5 inset from stage front and each wing. All pole setups will be 2 poles. Stationary stage right and spinning stage left.**
[When standing on the stage, looking at the crowd, the static pole is on your right. With the exception of Duo/Group where both poles will be set to spin.]
They will be dry wiped between each performance. Metho upon request, Dry Hands or similar chalk type grips can also be applied prior to performance if requested. Please advise if you have a different preference of grip aide or preparation. On body, Chalk products, Dew products, Shaving Cream, Non-tranferrable “sealing” type grips (IE Tite grip) allowed but Rosin, Itac, Monkey Hands and similar wax style products are not permitted.
Junior/Beginners may use one or both poles. Intermediate and above must use both poles.
(**The poles for studio show state heats may vary and will depend on each studio’s setup. This will either be 45mm Stainless or 40mm brass/similar. Confirmation of pole details (height/skin/size and dimensions of stage) will be emailed to successful competitors with the information email.)
ROUTINE REQUIREMENTS
Routine Components
The performance is a routine of competitor’s choice and choreography. Routines are permissible in any category or ‘genre’ of pole dancing. Please use language and trigger warnings if you have strong themes, sexual references and coarse language.
Length - Routine lengths for all divisions = Minimum 2.00 min - Maximum 3 min
(Duo/Group Maximum routine length 4.00 min)
Compulsory – All competitors must include minimum 1 minute of total pole work in their routine. This includes tricks, transitions, spins, jumps and balance; interaction on, around and using the pole.
Movement - Please refer to the "Pole Movement Rules" page to determine tricks allowed or not allowed in specific divisions.
Sections - There will be 1 section to the competition
Presentation
i) Clothing removal is OK but Pole Performer competitors may not perform nude or partially nude. This includes G-strings and pasties.
ii) Footwear is optional. You may wear heels, boots, sneakers or have bare feet.
Props
PLEASE NOTE: there is a difference between heats and grand finals props/cleanup.
HEATS - No large props, hand held and small easy setup only. Absolutely NO multiple prop setup. If you can’t carry your props on yourself; they are too big. No “mess” cleanups (IE glitter, petals, confetti.)
Human props/Back up dancers are permitted.
FINALS - May use larger props with setup and props that are considered messy (IE petals, easy sweep things. No small glitter or powder, liquid or animals) but no long cleanups please. Any longer than 60secs will incur a 1 point loss for every 30 seconds over. Please note all spread props use must be approved by organizer prior to the competition day.
DIVISION BREAKDOWNS (LIVE COMPETITIONS)
Please note, it is not expected that you have competed or performed previously. The explanations below are a guideline and pertain to the maximum level you can reach for that division before moving to the next.
The names of these divisions may not be reflective of the level you are training at in studio. (IE You may be in an Intermediate class, but your skills would suit the Advanced division at AAPC)
You may compete in the same division upto 3 times to "defend your title" as long as skill level has not increased.
AAPC’s Australian Artist Pole Performer - ARTIST
Upto ADVANCED level pole – ADV LEVEL DANCE PERMITTED
Minimum 6 months training. Instructors at a beginner or intermediate teaching level are permitted to enter this category. Acro and floorwork is permitted at an intermediate/advanced level. Judging focus is weighted towards performance and theatrics (artistic) over technical (tricks). Unlike the “standard divisions” there is no requirement of time spent on the pole; and pole work (tricks) are not essential – pole work may be basework or dance around/using the pole.
AAPC’s Australian Beginner Pole Performer - BEGINNER
Minimum 6 months training. NO INVERTING. Floor work, spins and climbing permitted; hips must remain below shoulders at all times during pole work, with the exception of a head/forearm stand (back against pole). One hand must remain on the pole at all times during pole work/spins with the exception of "angel seats" and "twisted crucifix". Acro and floorwork is permitted at a beginner-intermediate level.
AAPC’s Australian Intermediate Pole Performer - INTERMEDIATE
Dancers may invert and leg hang, but not handspring or Aysha in this category. A general rule is 3 points of contact must remain at all times (but there are some moves that fit this definition but are not allowed in this division as they would be considered too Advanced). There are rulings on upside down movement. Instructors at a beginner teaching level are permitted to enter this category. Acro and floorwork is permitted at an intermediate level.
AAPC’s Australian Advanced Pole Performer - ADVANCED
Dancers may handspring and perform advanced tricks and flex moves in this category, but no elite movement or extreme flex. There are rulings on movement within this category. Instructors at an Intermediate level are permitted to enter this category. If competitors are entering to compete in a state level competition at an Amateur/Semi-pro level they would not be eligible for this category. (IE MXPD Amateur)
AAPC’s Australian Amateur Pole Performer - AMATEUR (ELITE)
This section is open to entrants who may have previously competed or are eligible to enter a state competition upto and including an amateur/elite division; or a national competition and not placed. (IE If you are competing at a MXPD Amateur level – this would be the division you are eligible to enter. You must not have placed in the top 2 of an Amateur level in a studio/state level competition) If you are eligible to compete at a Pro level in any competition, this would make you ineligible to compete at AAPC. Instructors and paid performers are permitted to enter this category. There is no restriction on movement in this category.
AAPC’s Australian Masters Pole Performer - MASTERS (40+ only)
This section is open to entrants who are over the age of 40. Competitors may have previously competed or are eligible to enter a state or national competition upto and including an amateur/semi pro division. Dancers may handspring and perform advanced tricks and flex moves in this category, but no elite movement or extreme flex. Instructors and paid performers are permitted to enter this category.
AAPC’s Australian Duo/Group Pole Performers
This division is open to any groups under a national level. Open skill level. Max 4 people in a team.
AAPC’s Australian Junior Novice Pole Performer
JUNIOR NOVICE–open to competitors age 5-17 years-Parent/Guardian must accompany to event and sign off. Minimum 6 months training. Limited skill level. No handprings, Iron X, Extreme flex or acro, No elite moves. Movements upto and including Beginner and low Intermediate level.
AAPC’s Australian Junior Pole Performer
JUNIOR–open to competitors age 5-17 years-Parent/Guardian must accompany to event and sign off.
Minimum 6 months training. Limited skill level. No Extreme flex or acro, No elite moves. Movements upto and including High Intermediate and Advanced level.
AAPC’s Australian Junior Elite Pole Performer
JUNIOR ELITE–open to competitors age 5-17 years-Parent/Guardian must accompany to event and sign off.
Minimum 12 months training. Open skill level.
Judging criteria
Performances may be in any pole style the competitor chooses (IE- Storytelling, Contemporary, Comedy, Artistic, Hiphop, Themed, Erotic etc) We allow all style of performance.
Please be aware that this is an all ages competition and while the Juniors are in a separate show, and the "standard" divisions are 18+, we cannot allow overly lewd gestures, behaviour, heavily explicit music or themes without trigger warnings.
First place in each division will be awarded to the competitor who, via the highest scores from the judges, shows a unique combination of sound technical skill and ability in their division through full execution of tricks and technique; plus demonstrates a high level of performance value through dance and/or theatrics, musicality & costuming, stage presence, showmanship and overall embodiment, whatever style or genre they choose to perform through artistic expression and cohesion of performance.
The AAPC Pole Performer competition is a performance based competition, not highest degree of difficulty. Rather than awarding points for trick heavy/high level tricks; Judges look at execution of moves using proper techniques and full execution.
SCORING BREAKDOWN
Performance /75
STANDARD DIVISIONS – Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Amateur, Masters, Junior
TECHNICAL ABILITY /50
/10 Fluidity & Transitioning
Does the whole routine flow smoothly or feel start/stop
/10 Strength and Control
Does the performer showcase the routine with ease?
/15 Lines and Extensions
Posture, Point, Full extension, Clean lines
/15 Full Execution
Moves cleanly executed and fully completed
ARTISTIC IMPRESSION /25
/5 Costuming and Props
Does the theme fit together, Effort, Overuse of props?
/5 Musicality
Cohesion of music, moves and theme
/5 Dance/Theatrics
Includes movement with and without the pole, floorwork, acro
/5 Creativity & Originality
Uniqueness in presentation
/5 Stage Presence
Awareness of audience/judges, Eye contact/Engagement, Xfactor
DUO DIVISION – As Above but additional categories = 25 points.
/15 Synchronicity - Routine must include pole tricks/spins and dance section in sync
/10 Base & Fly - Strength, Flow, Execution and Uniquity in movement
ARTIST DIVISION
TECHNICAL ABILITY /20
/5 Fluidity & Transitioning
Does the whole routine flow smoothly or feel start/stop
/5 Strength and Control
Does the performer showcase the routine with ease?
/5 Lines and Extensions
Posture, Point, Full extension, Clean lines
/5 Full Execution
Moves cleanly executed and fully completed
ARTISTIC IMPRESSION /55
/15 Costuming and Props
Does the theme fit together, Effort, Overuse of props?
/15 Musicality
Cohesion of music, moves and theme
/15 Dance/Theatrics
Includes movement with and without the pole, floorwork, acro
/5 Creativity & Originality
Uniqueness in presentation
/5 Stage Presence
Awareness of audience/judges, Eye contact/Engagement, Xfactor
DEDUCTIONS AND PENALTIES APPLICABLE:
Banned moves in division or Non-adherence to rules
– 1 point per move or application. Taken per judge, per occurrence.
Over time with setup/cleanup
- 1 point per 20 seconds once past 90 seconds.
Costume fails and slips/falls are not deducted as points loss, but marked within the sections of “Costuming and Music” and “Full execution”/”Strength & Control” respectively.
CONTENTS
- Timeline & Dates
- How to Enter
- About the competition
- Divisions and Routine requirements
- Judging Criteria/Scoring Breakdown
LIVE EVENTS:
Entries Open 16th Jan 2026
Entries Close Varied dates, approx 2 month prior to show
NT live heat Entries close March 22nd EVENT: May 23 (3d Fitness - Darwin)
Vic live heat Entries close April 12th EVENT: June 13 (Soul Greensborough)
SA live heat Entries close April 12th EVENT: June 27 (Star Theatre – Hilton)
QLD live heat Entries close May 10th EVENT: July 18 (Toowoomba Pole Fitness)
Video entry only Entries close July 20th
JUNIOR/DUO Entries close July 20th EVENT: Sept 26th – Pole 4 Fitness Gawler
Grand Finals October 3rd & 4th (Star Theatre - SA)
DAY 1 = Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
DAY 2 = Amateur, Artist, Masters, Duos
HOW TO ENTER THE LIVE EVENTS
To enter, Contestants are required to submit an application form including entry video via google forms, $50 application fee and supply 1 professional photograph for promotions. All pieces of application must be completed for the entry to be deemed successful. Late entries will not be accepted. Music MUST be submitted at this stage as we will screen the choices to ensure no double ups. Any changes to music must be submitted in writing to the organizer for approval.
Competitors may elect to enter whichever state heat they prefer. After submission, When entries close, applications are reviewed and if necessary due to capacity of competitor numbers, videos will be judged and scored. The highest ranking entries will be accepted to compete in a heat or direct to finals.
All entrants will be emailed after the first selection for live shows with either an unsuccessful message, or an acceptance email with link to the registration form.
Registration forms must be received at latest 3 weeks before the events. This is to ensure we can process all documents and send the appropriate information to each staff member.
Initial Selection Criteria
i) The Performer must have at least 6 months of training and experience
ii) The Performer must be at least 18 years of age OR have guardian sign-off
iii) The Performer must be an Australian resident.
iv) Competitors can be studio trained or self taught.
- It is assumed that the performer is ready for performance.
- The entrant declares they have no contracts of obligation to other organizations or persons related to performance, modelling or entertainment.
Entry Videos
The video must be well lit, with the performer and stage area/pole easily visible. The video may not be edited in any way, it must show a continuous performance of the applicant for a minimum of 2 minutes. Videos with footage exceeding 4 mins will not be viewed beyond this point. Video entry must be clearly labelled with ‘AAPC Pole Performer’, Performer name and division applying for and year of submission. Videos may be uploaded to youtube/vimeo or dropbox, and link sent to organiser. Downloadable links are preferred, but not crucial, It is expected videos will be in costume but HMUA is not required.
Videos may be studio or previous performance and does not need to be the routine you intend on competing; but it must show your approximate skill level, and must not be recorded more than 18 months prior. Video entries will be judged in the first instance by the Organiser..
ABOUT THE COMPETITION
Pole details
The poles used will be 38mm brass Pussycat poles at a height of 3-3.5mtr. Poles are set approximately 2.4 mtrs apart and 2.5 inset from stage front and each wing. All pole setups will be 2 poles. Stationary stage right and spinning stage left.**
[When standing on the stage, looking at the crowd, the static pole is on your right. With the exception of Duo/Group where both poles will be set to spin.]
They will be dry wiped between each performance. Metho upon request, Dry Hands or similar chalk type grips can also be applied prior to performance if requested. Please advise if you have a different preference of grip aide or preparation. On body, Chalk products, Dew products, Shaving Cream, Non-tranferrable “sealing” type grips (IE Tite grip) allowed but Rosin, Itac, Monkey Hands and similar wax style products are not permitted.
Junior/Beginners may use one or both poles. Intermediate and above must use both poles.
(**The poles for studio show state heats may vary and will depend on each studio’s setup. This will either be 45mm Stainless or 40mm brass/similar. Confirmation of pole details (height/skin/size and dimensions of stage) will be emailed to successful competitors with the information email.)
ROUTINE REQUIREMENTS
Routine Components
The performance is a routine of competitor’s choice and choreography. Routines are permissible in any category or ‘genre’ of pole dancing. Please use language and trigger warnings if you have strong themes, sexual references and coarse language.
Length - Routine lengths for all divisions = Minimum 2.00 min - Maximum 3 min
(Duo/Group Maximum routine length 4.00 min)
Compulsory – All competitors must include minimum 1 minute of total pole work in their routine. This includes tricks, transitions, spins, jumps and balance; interaction on, around and using the pole.
Movement - Please refer to the "Pole Movement Rules" page to determine tricks allowed or not allowed in specific divisions.
Sections - There will be 1 section to the competition
- Performance
Presentation
i) Clothing removal is OK but Pole Performer competitors may not perform nude or partially nude. This includes G-strings and pasties.
ii) Footwear is optional. You may wear heels, boots, sneakers or have bare feet.
Props
PLEASE NOTE: there is a difference between heats and grand finals props/cleanup.
- A competitor may use props in their show. In any heat, only hand held and single light weight/small "background set" props accepted, no multiple prop/long setups. Spread props (glitter, confetti etc) are not permitted to be used at the heats. For Grand finals, larger props and cleanups permitted (No long cleanups – penalties may apply)
- There is to be NO fire/flames, liquid or live animals. No exceptions.
- Performers are not permitted to use members of the crowd, or leave the stage and during their show.
- Back up dancers or other people are permitted on stage during the performer’s show, but crowd participation is not permitted. Backup dancers actively on stage must not exceed 50% of the show time.
HEATS - No large props, hand held and small easy setup only. Absolutely NO multiple prop setup. If you can’t carry your props on yourself; they are too big. No “mess” cleanups (IE glitter, petals, confetti.)
Human props/Back up dancers are permitted.
FINALS - May use larger props with setup and props that are considered messy (IE petals, easy sweep things. No small glitter or powder, liquid or animals) but no long cleanups please. Any longer than 60secs will incur a 1 point loss for every 30 seconds over. Please note all spread props use must be approved by organizer prior to the competition day.
DIVISION BREAKDOWNS (LIVE COMPETITIONS)
Please note, it is not expected that you have competed or performed previously. The explanations below are a guideline and pertain to the maximum level you can reach for that division before moving to the next.
The names of these divisions may not be reflective of the level you are training at in studio. (IE You may be in an Intermediate class, but your skills would suit the Advanced division at AAPC)
You may compete in the same division upto 3 times to "defend your title" as long as skill level has not increased.
AAPC’s Australian Artist Pole Performer - ARTIST
Upto ADVANCED level pole – ADV LEVEL DANCE PERMITTED
Minimum 6 months training. Instructors at a beginner or intermediate teaching level are permitted to enter this category. Acro and floorwork is permitted at an intermediate/advanced level. Judging focus is weighted towards performance and theatrics (artistic) over technical (tricks). Unlike the “standard divisions” there is no requirement of time spent on the pole; and pole work (tricks) are not essential – pole work may be basework or dance around/using the pole.
AAPC’s Australian Beginner Pole Performer - BEGINNER
Minimum 6 months training. NO INVERTING. Floor work, spins and climbing permitted; hips must remain below shoulders at all times during pole work, with the exception of a head/forearm stand (back against pole). One hand must remain on the pole at all times during pole work/spins with the exception of "angel seats" and "twisted crucifix". Acro and floorwork is permitted at a beginner-intermediate level.
AAPC’s Australian Intermediate Pole Performer - INTERMEDIATE
Dancers may invert and leg hang, but not handspring or Aysha in this category. A general rule is 3 points of contact must remain at all times (but there are some moves that fit this definition but are not allowed in this division as they would be considered too Advanced). There are rulings on upside down movement. Instructors at a beginner teaching level are permitted to enter this category. Acro and floorwork is permitted at an intermediate level.
AAPC’s Australian Advanced Pole Performer - ADVANCED
Dancers may handspring and perform advanced tricks and flex moves in this category, but no elite movement or extreme flex. There are rulings on movement within this category. Instructors at an Intermediate level are permitted to enter this category. If competitors are entering to compete in a state level competition at an Amateur/Semi-pro level they would not be eligible for this category. (IE MXPD Amateur)
AAPC’s Australian Amateur Pole Performer - AMATEUR (ELITE)
This section is open to entrants who may have previously competed or are eligible to enter a state competition upto and including an amateur/elite division; or a national competition and not placed. (IE If you are competing at a MXPD Amateur level – this would be the division you are eligible to enter. You must not have placed in the top 2 of an Amateur level in a studio/state level competition) If you are eligible to compete at a Pro level in any competition, this would make you ineligible to compete at AAPC. Instructors and paid performers are permitted to enter this category. There is no restriction on movement in this category.
AAPC’s Australian Masters Pole Performer - MASTERS (40+ only)
This section is open to entrants who are over the age of 40. Competitors may have previously competed or are eligible to enter a state or national competition upto and including an amateur/semi pro division. Dancers may handspring and perform advanced tricks and flex moves in this category, but no elite movement or extreme flex. Instructors and paid performers are permitted to enter this category.
AAPC’s Australian Duo/Group Pole Performers
This division is open to any groups under a national level. Open skill level. Max 4 people in a team.
AAPC’s Australian Junior Novice Pole Performer
JUNIOR NOVICE–open to competitors age 5-17 years-Parent/Guardian must accompany to event and sign off. Minimum 6 months training. Limited skill level. No handprings, Iron X, Extreme flex or acro, No elite moves. Movements upto and including Beginner and low Intermediate level.
AAPC’s Australian Junior Pole Performer
JUNIOR–open to competitors age 5-17 years-Parent/Guardian must accompany to event and sign off.
Minimum 6 months training. Limited skill level. No Extreme flex or acro, No elite moves. Movements upto and including High Intermediate and Advanced level.
AAPC’s Australian Junior Elite Pole Performer
JUNIOR ELITE–open to competitors age 5-17 years-Parent/Guardian must accompany to event and sign off.
Minimum 12 months training. Open skill level.
Judging criteria
Performances may be in any pole style the competitor chooses (IE- Storytelling, Contemporary, Comedy, Artistic, Hiphop, Themed, Erotic etc) We allow all style of performance.
Please be aware that this is an all ages competition and while the Juniors are in a separate show, and the "standard" divisions are 18+, we cannot allow overly lewd gestures, behaviour, heavily explicit music or themes without trigger warnings.
First place in each division will be awarded to the competitor who, via the highest scores from the judges, shows a unique combination of sound technical skill and ability in their division through full execution of tricks and technique; plus demonstrates a high level of performance value through dance and/or theatrics, musicality & costuming, stage presence, showmanship and overall embodiment, whatever style or genre they choose to perform through artistic expression and cohesion of performance.
The AAPC Pole Performer competition is a performance based competition, not highest degree of difficulty. Rather than awarding points for trick heavy/high level tricks; Judges look at execution of moves using proper techniques and full execution.
SCORING BREAKDOWN
Performance /75
STANDARD DIVISIONS – Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Amateur, Masters, Junior
TECHNICAL ABILITY /50
/10 Fluidity & Transitioning
Does the whole routine flow smoothly or feel start/stop
/10 Strength and Control
Does the performer showcase the routine with ease?
/15 Lines and Extensions
Posture, Point, Full extension, Clean lines
/15 Full Execution
Moves cleanly executed and fully completed
ARTISTIC IMPRESSION /25
/5 Costuming and Props
Does the theme fit together, Effort, Overuse of props?
/5 Musicality
Cohesion of music, moves and theme
/5 Dance/Theatrics
Includes movement with and without the pole, floorwork, acro
/5 Creativity & Originality
Uniqueness in presentation
/5 Stage Presence
Awareness of audience/judges, Eye contact/Engagement, Xfactor
DUO DIVISION – As Above but additional categories = 25 points.
/15 Synchronicity - Routine must include pole tricks/spins and dance section in sync
/10 Base & Fly - Strength, Flow, Execution and Uniquity in movement
ARTIST DIVISION
TECHNICAL ABILITY /20
/5 Fluidity & Transitioning
Does the whole routine flow smoothly or feel start/stop
/5 Strength and Control
Does the performer showcase the routine with ease?
/5 Lines and Extensions
Posture, Point, Full extension, Clean lines
/5 Full Execution
Moves cleanly executed and fully completed
ARTISTIC IMPRESSION /55
/15 Costuming and Props
Does the theme fit together, Effort, Overuse of props?
/15 Musicality
Cohesion of music, moves and theme
/15 Dance/Theatrics
Includes movement with and without the pole, floorwork, acro
/5 Creativity & Originality
Uniqueness in presentation
/5 Stage Presence
Awareness of audience/judges, Eye contact/Engagement, Xfactor
DEDUCTIONS AND PENALTIES APPLICABLE:
Banned moves in division or Non-adherence to rules
– 1 point per move or application. Taken per judge, per occurrence.
Over time with setup/cleanup
- 1 point per 20 seconds once past 90 seconds.
Costume fails and slips/falls are not deducted as points loss, but marked within the sections of “Costuming and Music” and “Full execution”/”Strength & Control” respectively.
