aapc themed online 2023
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online competition entry
*entries open 01/10/23
Close Dec 1st
Image based - pinup & Inked idol
video based - pole performer, stage star & burlesque beauty
pole performer
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burlesque / stage star
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pinup / inked idol
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Here’s all the info for competing in the “AAPC THEMED ONLINE COMPETITION”
PART 1 – General information applicable to all categories
PART 2 – Individual division information
ABOUT THE COMPETITION
This competition was originally conceptualized during the 2020 covid lockdowns, as a way to keep our competitors engaged and creative. We feel it went so well, and offers a unique creative platform… so we kept it. A winner and runnerup in each division will be chosen, plus potential supplementary awards (IE Judges Choice, Best concept etc.)
HOW TO ENTER
To enter, Contestants are required to submit an application form including entry video via google forms, $25 application fee and supply 1 professional photograph for promotions. All pieces of application must be completed for the entry to be deemed successful (Application fees are per entry) Late entries will not be accepted. After submission, When entries close, applications are reviewed and videos will be judged.
THEMED online submissions must be a “character” or “style”. IE Halloween, Story, Christmas etc)
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) 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.
Videos may be edited, but must show continuous flow of dance/trick work. Videos may be uploaded to youtube/vimeo or dropbox, and link sent to organiser. Videos may be studio or previous studio performance, but previous professional competitions will not be accepted.
Videos may be upto 2 years old.
Video entries will be judged in the first instance by the Organiser and a panel of judges.
Image Submissions
The photo must be well lit, with the performer easily visible.
Photos do not need to be professionally shot, they may be home shoots, but images must be clear and professional looking.
POLE PERFORMER
DIVISION BREAKDOWNS
AAPC’s Australian Online Novice Pole Performer
Limited skill level. No handprings/Aysha, No elite moves. Movements upto and including Intermediate level.
AAPC’s Australian Online Open Pole Performer
No limits on skill level.
AAPC’s Australian Online “After Dark” Performer
18+ only // Adult style dance category. No limits on skill level. Entry may be pole or non-pole. Revealing clothing/themes permitted to this category.
AAPC’s Australian Online “Artist” Pole Performer
Upto and including Intermediate limits on pole skill level. Entry may be pole or non-pole. Emphasis on performance vs tricks.
AAPC’s Australian Online Duo Pole Performer
No limits on skill level.
ROUTINE REQUIREMENTS
6.i Pole details
You may use any size/skin pole you choose for this competition. Fixed or stage poles are permitted. You may use upto 3 poles in your routine.
6.ii Routine Components
The performance is a routine of competitor’s choice and choreography. Routines are permissible in any category or ‘genre’ of pole dancing. Presentations must be within PG/M guidelines as we have underage competitors within the novice and open levels. Please use language and trigger warnings if you have strong themes, sexual references and coarse language. Any adult theme entries not submitted to the After Dark division will be transferred if necessary.
Length - Routine lengths for all divisions = Minimum 2.00 min - Maximum 5.00 min
Judging criteria: As with all AAPC competitions, judging is less on degree of difficulty and more on presentation and execution. For the online comp we are using the standardized pole judging criteria, tweaked for broader online entry style. Points will be accumulated to a total, and there are no deductions applicable for this comp.
Scoring breakdown is as follows…
5 Fluidity and Transitioning
5 Strength and Control in moves
5 Lines and Full extension
5 Full execution of movement
5 Costuming and Props
5 Musicality
10 Creativity and Originality (X factor)
10 Dance/Theatrics OR Pole component
VIDEO ENTRIES (Burlesque Beauty/Stage Star)
BURLESQUE BEAUTY DIVISION BREAKDOWNS:
AAPC’s Australian Burlesque Beauty Apprentice
Beginner - Minimum 6 months training, Must not have competed or performed/taught for profit previously.
AAPC’s Australian Amateur Burlesque Beauty
Amateur/Semi-pro - Previously competed in an amateur or semi professional state competition. Paid performers, Producers may enter this division.
AAPC’s Australian Burlesque Beauty
Open – (semi pro to professional level) Previously competed in a professional state or national competition but not placed 1st nationally. (With the exception of AAPC competitions. You may compete the year after winning to “defend your title”)
Paid performers, Producers may enter this division.
AAPC’s Australian Burlesque Beauties Duo (live only)
Duos - (open - any level) Parade and Performance routine only
SECTION INFORMATION
Competitors may present an individual routine of their choice. Options could include Neo (storytelling), Nerdlesque, Cabaret (singing), Impersonation, but please, no full on gore. Backup dancers may be used in this category.
JUDGING CRITERIA
Performance section /100
(Duo)
Performance section /80
Interaction /20
Technical All required elements (Classic cornerstones)
Clean transitions, Extensions & Lines
Sound knowledge of striptease
Artistic Costuming & Musicality
Dance element
Creativity & Originality
Consistency of routine + performance, Embodiment of character/persona
X Factor Stage presence
Individual style, Originality of choreography
Engagement of audience
STAGE STAR DIVISION BREAKDOWNS:
AAPC’s Floor Flow Stage Star
Show us your floor flow with this division solely for floor.
AAPC’s Propster Stage Star
Here’s the division to show off your prop skills! Fan dance? Poi? Chair work? Anything except live animals and rig work is what we’re looking for!
SECTION INFORMATION
Floor Flow Stage Star Show us your floor flow with this division solely for floor.
Propster Stage Star Here’s the division to show off your prop skills! Fan dance? Poi? Chair work? Anything except live animals and rig work is what we’re looking for!
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6.i Routine Components
The performance is a routine of competitor’s choice and choreography. Please use trigger warnings if you have strong themes.
Performances may be in any style the competitor chooses (IE- Storytelling, Contemporary, Comedy, Artistic, Hiphop, Erotic etc)
Routine lengths for all divisions = Minimum 3.00 min - Maximum 5.00 min
JUDGING CRITERIA
Performance /100
TECHNICAL ABILITY
Fluidity and Transitioning - Does the whole routine flow smoothly or feel start/stop
Strength and Control - Does the performer showcase the routine with ease?
Lines and Extensions - Posture, Point, Full extension, Clean lines
Full Execution - Moves cleanly executed and fully completed. Adhere to times.
ARTISTIC IMPRESSION
Costuming and Props - Does the theme fit together, Effort, Overuse of props?
Musicality - Cohesion of music, moves and theme
Dance/Theatrics - Included use of theme
Creativity and Originality - Uniqueness in presentation
Stage Presence - Awareness of audience/judges, Eye contact/Engagement, Xfactor
IMAGE ENTRIES (Inked Idol/Pinups)
INKED IDOL
Themed entries must fit a “holiday” or “character” theme.
2 photograph submission sections – Personality & Show your skin
DIVISION BREAKDOWNS:
AAPC’s MX Australian Inked Idol (Open division. 18+)
AAPC’s Miss Inked Idol (18-34)
AAPC’s Ms Inked Idol (35+)
AAPC’s Mr Inked Idol (18+)
JUDGING CRITERIA:
Posing Is the model comfortable? Is it a complimentary pose?
Poise & Confidence How confident is the model? Display good posture and body awareness?
Styling Costuming, Props appropriation, Cohesion, Appropriation
Capture (of image) Do they make you stop and look (for the right reasons)? Is it clear, in focus?
Concept Refers to originality, costuming/theme
Adhere/Appropriate Continuity with rules
Overall Uniqueness, X factor, Stage presence, Audience engagement.
Tattoo cohesion Has the model chosen complimentary outfits you can see the tattoos?
PINUPS
Themed entries must fit a “holiday” or “character” theme.
2 photograph submission sections – Casual/Everyday & Personality
DIVISION BREAKDOWNS:
AAPC’s Preparatory Classique Pinup
Category for females or identifying, 18-39 in age. Entrant styling must be in the 20s-60s era. No exposed tattoos or modernized versions will be accepted in this category.
AAPC’s Preparatory Contemporary Pinup
Category for females or identifying, 18-39 in age. Entrants can include 70s onwards influence in their styling; Modern and rockabilly accepted. Exposed tattoos encouraged.
AAPC’s Premier Classique Pinup
Category for females or identifying, 40+ in age. Entrant styling must be in the 20s-60s era. No exposed tattoos or modernized versions will be accepted in this category.
AAPC’s Premier Contemporary Pinup
Category for females or identifying, 40+ in age. Can include 70s onwards influence in their styling; Modern and rockabilly accepted. Exposed tattoos encouraged.
AAPC’s Dapper Dude
Category for male or identifying entrants, Any age.
AAPC’s Perfect Pinup Pair (Couples category)
Entrant styling can be in the classic 20s-60s era; or modern 70s onwards influence. Tattoos acceptable in this division.
JUDGING CRITERIA:
Posing Is the model comfortable? Is it a complimentary pose?
Poise & Confidence How confident is the model? Display good posture and body awareness?
Styling Costuming, Props appropriation, Cohesion
Capture (of image) Do they make you stop and look (for the right reasons)? Is it clear, in focus?
Concept Refers to originality, costuming/theme
Adhere to era/division Does it fit the 20s-60s theme, or is it high modern couture? Appropriation
Overall Uniqueness, X factor, Stage presence, Audience engagement.
PART 1 – General information applicable to all categories
PART 2 – Individual division information
- Pole Performer
- VIDEOS – Burlesque Beauty, Stage Star
- IMAGES – Inked Idol, Pinups
ABOUT THE COMPETITION
This competition was originally conceptualized during the 2020 covid lockdowns, as a way to keep our competitors engaged and creative. We feel it went so well, and offers a unique creative platform… so we kept it. A winner and runnerup in each division will be chosen, plus potential supplementary awards (IE Judges Choice, Best concept etc.)
HOW TO ENTER
To enter, Contestants are required to submit an application form including entry video via google forms, $25 application fee and supply 1 professional photograph for promotions. All pieces of application must be completed for the entry to be deemed successful (Application fees are per entry) Late entries will not be accepted. After submission, When entries close, applications are reviewed and videos will be judged.
THEMED online submissions must be a “character” or “style”. IE Halloween, Story, Christmas etc)
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) 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.
Videos may be edited, but must show continuous flow of dance/trick work. Videos may be uploaded to youtube/vimeo or dropbox, and link sent to organiser. Videos may be studio or previous studio performance, but previous professional competitions will not be accepted.
Videos may be upto 2 years old.
Video entries will be judged in the first instance by the Organiser and a panel of judges.
Image Submissions
The photo must be well lit, with the performer easily visible.
Photos do not need to be professionally shot, they may be home shoots, but images must be clear and professional looking.
POLE PERFORMER
DIVISION BREAKDOWNS
AAPC’s Australian Online Novice Pole Performer
Limited skill level. No handprings/Aysha, No elite moves. Movements upto and including Intermediate level.
AAPC’s Australian Online Open Pole Performer
No limits on skill level.
AAPC’s Australian Online “After Dark” Performer
18+ only // Adult style dance category. No limits on skill level. Entry may be pole or non-pole. Revealing clothing/themes permitted to this category.
AAPC’s Australian Online “Artist” Pole Performer
Upto and including Intermediate limits on pole skill level. Entry may be pole or non-pole. Emphasis on performance vs tricks.
AAPC’s Australian Online Duo Pole Performer
No limits on skill level.
ROUTINE REQUIREMENTS
6.i Pole details
You may use any size/skin pole you choose for this competition. Fixed or stage poles are permitted. You may use upto 3 poles in your routine.
6.ii Routine Components
The performance is a routine of competitor’s choice and choreography. Routines are permissible in any category or ‘genre’ of pole dancing. Presentations must be within PG/M guidelines as we have underage competitors within the novice and open levels. Please use language and trigger warnings if you have strong themes, sexual references and coarse language. Any adult theme entries not submitted to the After Dark division will be transferred if necessary.
Length - Routine lengths for all divisions = Minimum 2.00 min - Maximum 5.00 min
Judging criteria: As with all AAPC competitions, judging is less on degree of difficulty and more on presentation and execution. For the online comp we are using the standardized pole judging criteria, tweaked for broader online entry style. Points will be accumulated to a total, and there are no deductions applicable for this comp.
Scoring breakdown is as follows…
5 Fluidity and Transitioning
5 Strength and Control in moves
5 Lines and Full extension
5 Full execution of movement
5 Costuming and Props
5 Musicality
10 Creativity and Originality (X factor)
10 Dance/Theatrics OR Pole component
VIDEO ENTRIES (Burlesque Beauty/Stage Star)
BURLESQUE BEAUTY DIVISION BREAKDOWNS:
AAPC’s Australian Burlesque Beauty Apprentice
Beginner - Minimum 6 months training, Must not have competed or performed/taught for profit previously.
AAPC’s Australian Amateur Burlesque Beauty
Amateur/Semi-pro - Previously competed in an amateur or semi professional state competition. Paid performers, Producers may enter this division.
AAPC’s Australian Burlesque Beauty
Open – (semi pro to professional level) Previously competed in a professional state or national competition but not placed 1st nationally. (With the exception of AAPC competitions. You may compete the year after winning to “defend your title”)
Paid performers, Producers may enter this division.
AAPC’s Australian Burlesque Beauties Duo (live only)
Duos - (open - any level) Parade and Performance routine only
SECTION INFORMATION
- Performance routine - Routine lengths: upto 5 mins, minimum 3 minutes.
Competitors may present an individual routine of their choice. Options could include Neo (storytelling), Nerdlesque, Cabaret (singing), Impersonation, but please, no full on gore. Backup dancers may be used in this category.
JUDGING CRITERIA
Performance section /100
(Duo)
Performance section /80
Interaction /20
Technical All required elements (Classic cornerstones)
Clean transitions, Extensions & Lines
Sound knowledge of striptease
Artistic Costuming & Musicality
Dance element
Creativity & Originality
Consistency of routine + performance, Embodiment of character/persona
X Factor Stage presence
Individual style, Originality of choreography
Engagement of audience
STAGE STAR DIVISION BREAKDOWNS:
AAPC’s Floor Flow Stage Star
Show us your floor flow with this division solely for floor.
AAPC’s Propster Stage Star
Here’s the division to show off your prop skills! Fan dance? Poi? Chair work? Anything except live animals and rig work is what we’re looking for!
SECTION INFORMATION
- Modern routine - Routine lengths: upto 5 mins, minimum 3 minutes.
Floor Flow Stage Star Show us your floor flow with this division solely for floor.
Propster Stage Star Here’s the division to show off your prop skills! Fan dance? Poi? Chair work? Anything except live animals and rig work is what we’re looking for!
.
6.i Routine Components
The performance is a routine of competitor’s choice and choreography. Please use trigger warnings if you have strong themes.
Performances may be in any style the competitor chooses (IE- Storytelling, Contemporary, Comedy, Artistic, Hiphop, Erotic etc)
Routine lengths for all divisions = Minimum 3.00 min - Maximum 5.00 min
JUDGING CRITERIA
Performance /100
TECHNICAL ABILITY
Fluidity and Transitioning - Does the whole routine flow smoothly or feel start/stop
Strength and Control - Does the performer showcase the routine with ease?
Lines and Extensions - Posture, Point, Full extension, Clean lines
Full Execution - Moves cleanly executed and fully completed. Adhere to times.
ARTISTIC IMPRESSION
Costuming and Props - Does the theme fit together, Effort, Overuse of props?
Musicality - Cohesion of music, moves and theme
Dance/Theatrics - Included use of theme
Creativity and Originality - Uniqueness in presentation
Stage Presence - Awareness of audience/judges, Eye contact/Engagement, Xfactor
IMAGE ENTRIES (Inked Idol/Pinups)
INKED IDOL
Themed entries must fit a “holiday” or “character” theme.
2 photograph submission sections – Personality & Show your skin
DIVISION BREAKDOWNS:
AAPC’s MX Australian Inked Idol (Open division. 18+)
AAPC’s Miss Inked Idol (18-34)
AAPC’s Ms Inked Idol (35+)
AAPC’s Mr Inked Idol (18+)
JUDGING CRITERIA:
Posing Is the model comfortable? Is it a complimentary pose?
Poise & Confidence How confident is the model? Display good posture and body awareness?
Styling Costuming, Props appropriation, Cohesion, Appropriation
Capture (of image) Do they make you stop and look (for the right reasons)? Is it clear, in focus?
Concept Refers to originality, costuming/theme
Adhere/Appropriate Continuity with rules
Overall Uniqueness, X factor, Stage presence, Audience engagement.
Tattoo cohesion Has the model chosen complimentary outfits you can see the tattoos?
PINUPS
Themed entries must fit a “holiday” or “character” theme.
2 photograph submission sections – Casual/Everyday & Personality
DIVISION BREAKDOWNS:
AAPC’s Preparatory Classique Pinup
Category for females or identifying, 18-39 in age. Entrant styling must be in the 20s-60s era. No exposed tattoos or modernized versions will be accepted in this category.
AAPC’s Preparatory Contemporary Pinup
Category for females or identifying, 18-39 in age. Entrants can include 70s onwards influence in their styling; Modern and rockabilly accepted. Exposed tattoos encouraged.
AAPC’s Premier Classique Pinup
Category for females or identifying, 40+ in age. Entrant styling must be in the 20s-60s era. No exposed tattoos or modernized versions will be accepted in this category.
AAPC’s Premier Contemporary Pinup
Category for females or identifying, 40+ in age. Can include 70s onwards influence in their styling; Modern and rockabilly accepted. Exposed tattoos encouraged.
AAPC’s Dapper Dude
Category for male or identifying entrants, Any age.
AAPC’s Perfect Pinup Pair (Couples category)
Entrant styling can be in the classic 20s-60s era; or modern 70s onwards influence. Tattoos acceptable in this division.
JUDGING CRITERIA:
Posing Is the model comfortable? Is it a complimentary pose?
Poise & Confidence How confident is the model? Display good posture and body awareness?
Styling Costuming, Props appropriation, Cohesion
Capture (of image) Do they make you stop and look (for the right reasons)? Is it clear, in focus?
Concept Refers to originality, costuming/theme
Adhere to era/division Does it fit the 20s-60s theme, or is it high modern couture? Appropriation
Overall Uniqueness, X factor, Stage presence, Audience engagement.
