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Requirements
All competitors must have A Performers/Competitor Pass to be eligible to compete. INCLUDING PROFESSIONAL COMPETITORS.
Scheduling
ALL SCHEDULES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Registrations
Important to know
ALL Categories are subject to being combined into Open Categories if at least 3 competitors have not registered to compete.
NOTE: All things including levels, styles, ages and any important information is taken into account before making a decision to combine.
ONCE REGISTERED ONLY THE DIRECTOR CAN REACH OUT IF SOMEONE WAS REGISTERED IN THE WRONG CATEGORY. NO DANCERS OR PARENTS UNLESS THEY DO NOT BELONG TO A SCHOOL/TEAM.
Late Registrations
Late or on-site entries will be subject to a late fee per entry.
ALL SCHEDULES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
Performer Set Up
Competitors will have no more than 20 seconds to get into place for performance. Any choreography prior to the beginning of the music will be counted toward the overall timing of the performance. Likewise, dancers will have a maximum of 20 seconds at the conclusion of their routines to bow and leave the stage.
PROPS
Props may be used however Competitors will have no more than 30 seconds to get into place for performance including props. Any choreography prior to the beginning of the music will be counted toward the overall timing of the performance. Likewise, dancers will have a maximum of 30 seconds at the conclusion of their routines to bow and leave the stage.
Event Location
Robert Treat Hotel
50 Park Place
Newark, NJ
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MUSIC requirements
All Couples & Solo Showcase Routines should be no less than 1.5 minutes and no more than 2.5 minutes long. This includes optional entrance and/or exit music.
All Team Showcase Routines should be no less than 1.5 minutes and no more than 3 minutes long. This includes optional entrance and/or exit music.
In SOME Open Categories this MAY be marked as OPEN timing this means that song time may be longer. THIS MUST be noted. IF NOT NOTED IT IS NOT OPEN TIMING! If you have a question or concern or would like to inquire about an open category, PLEASE email njdanceextra@gmail.com
Music Submission
Each song should be named:
- Competition Category
- Competitor Name
- Representing
Examples:
Junior_Melissa_DanceAcademyPA
Over40_ProAmMale_Andre_AcademiaNJ
Failure to comply with this requirement could result in a penalty of 10% off of the final score.
Music Time Restrictions
All Couples & Solo Showcase Routines should be no less than 1.5 minutes and no more than 2.5 minutes long. This includes optional entrance and/or exit music.
All Team Showcase Routines should be no less than 1.5 minutes and no more than 3 minutes long. This includes optional entrance and/or exit music.
In SOME Open Categories this MAY be marked as OPEN timing this means that song time may be longer. THIS MUST be noted. IF NOT NOTED IT IS NOT OPEN TIMING! If you have a question or concern or would like to inquire about an open category, PLEASE email njdanceextra@gmail.com
SCHEDULES
ALL SCHEDULES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
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timing SCORing
20% Timing:
Recognized Salsa Timing is designated for this competition as 1-2-3, 5-6-7. Competitors can choose to break ON 1, ON 2 or Colombian Style, but must maintain consistency for the duration of the routine. The direction of the break step can be either to the front or the back, as long as the timing of the break is consistently maintained (either 1 and 5, or 2 and 6). The majority of the routine should show recognizable Salsa Timing.
Musicality Scoring
15% Musicality:
Competitors will demonstrate their ability to creatively work with the timing of their individual music. This can be done in a variety of ways, including patterns, footwork, “hits”, tricks, etc.
Technique Scoring
15% Technique:
Technique is reflected through balance, placement and line. This refers also to general techinique for partner dance, where the movement is “grounded”, and there is clarity of proper weight changes from foot to foot. Technique and/or body styling that is specific to Salsa Dance. Movement should appear to be both clear and effortless.
Difficulty Scoring
15% Difficulty:
Reflected by difficulty of patterns, turns, intricacy of shine movements, and level of tricks, dips, drops and flares. Examples: The amount of turns done on both double and single foot. How intricate were the shines? In the cabaret division, what was the difficulty of the lift-work? Was it properly executed? How about jumps, kicks, extensions? Any movements requiring exceptional balance, flexibility or strength? In order to get credit for any of these things, the movement must be successfully executed.
Partnering/Connection Scoring
15% Partnering/Connection:
This is reflected in the lead/follow aspect of the dance. Are partners truly connected, or are they merely executing choreography while holding hands? Synchronicity during side by sides or shines will also help determine the score in this category.
Choreography Scoring
10% Choreography:
The interpretation of the music. Good choreography should contain clever turn patterns and shines. All choreography should be musical, and competitors should show a good usage of the space itself. Originality is a factor here.
Overall Presentation Scoring
10% Overall Presentation:
You Will Be Judged by Your Overall Presentation. This includes costuming, showmanship, and also good sportsmanship.
ALL SCHEDULES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.