JUDGING CRITERIA
The organises of this competition recognise that there are many styles of ROCK’N’ROLL dancing throughout the world, and because of this ALL styles will be judged on merit of performance by the judges to the best of their ability.
We do not believe that any one style is pertinent to the 50’s & 60’s era, therefore making this competition truly not style weighted.
The Judges will attach Prime Importance to the competitor’s ability to dance in time with the music and each other.
In all categories the entrants will be judged on Timing, Harmony and Variety.
Each Judge will award each couple a maximum of ten points for each judging Criteria.
Definitions:
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Timing: Couples dancing in time and on beat with the music. Starts and Finishes will also be judged.
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Harmony: Couples dancing together complement each other and harmoniously flow with the music. Couples should also be seen to be enjoying themselves.
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Variety: A dance routine with a variety of moves showing interest and excitement. New or unusual moves will be acknowledged.
Penalties:
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Traditional: For each judge, any couple seen performing a non-permissible move will automatically be marked a ‘D’ which results in disqualification from the event. Any other fault (i.e. loss of hand contact) will be marked a ‘tick’ This will result in a loss of 1 point deduction per fault, per judge that sees it.
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Restricted: Any technical fault that is seen by any judge (i.e. loss of contact with the floor whilst assisted) will be marked with an ‘X’. This will result in a 2-point deduction per fault, per judge that see it. Any other fault (i.e. loss of hand contact) will be marked a ‘tick’ This will result in a loss of 1 point deduction per fault, per judge that sees it.
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Jumps: Any fault that is seen (i.e. a fall in a jump) depending on severity, will be marked with either a ‘ ’ or a ‘X’. This will result in a 1- 2 point deduction per fault, per judge that sees it.
RULES & REGULATIONS
VIDEOGRAPHY: In respect and fairness of all competitors, any videography taken on the day of competition, consent must be obtained from each individual dancer that appears in the recording before it is posted and/or shared on any media platform.
1. Entrants will be judged on Timing, Harmony and Variety. As per judging criteria.
2. The judge’s decision will be final, Judges are not to be approached prior to or during the entirety of the competition. All queries should be directed to the Floor Manager, located at the Marshalling area. All disputes over the day should be put in writing with a fee of $25 and directed to the officials before the day is complete. The fee will be refunded if the dispute is upheld.
3. Any person/s is seen to be causing trouble or inappropriate behaviour over the running of the event, that person/s will be asked to leave the venue.
4. Couples can be male/female, female/female or male/male.
5. If required the highest points awarded in all heats will qualify for quarter finals, semi finals and finals.
6. All songs will be played in the spirit of the 40s, 50s and 60s Rock‘n’Roll or Swing/Lindy era.
7. Each section is 1 song only.
8. Competitors must be registered at least 1hour prior to the event in which they are dancing.
9. There are no restrictions on dance style or type of props, drops or jumps. (Arial's are not permitted)
10. A couple is not permitted to dance more than 2 arm lengths apart at anytime. If a dancer
encroaches on another competitors dance space and causes interference than a loss of 2 points can occur.
11. In submitting an entry for this event, competitors give permission for any photographic or video material taken to be used for promotional or sale by the organisers of this competition.
12. The Professional status rule does not apply to this competition. Amateur & Professionals can dance in this competition.
13. Code of conduct towards competitors and spectators is expected to be family orientated & sportsman like behaviour.
14. Competitors must enter the competition floor from the marshalling area. Competitors will be called to the marshalling area once only. If the competitor doesn’t appear when called, they will be struck off the list, as to keep consistent with the timing of the program and respect to your fellow competitors.
15. Competitors must remain on the floor at the end of each section until the M.C. announces “Competitors you may now leave the floor”
16. Dress Code: Unless modified in a particular section, then these dress rules will apply
16.1 Competitors will wear Traditional Rock and Roll clothing.
16.2 The female’s dress must be a FULL CIRCLE & cover the kneecap that is, the crease at the back of the kneecap will be seen covered by the dress length. Exception to this rule in Rockabilly, where the skirt may be shorter but still in the 50/60 era.
16.3 Petticoat should be tiered, layered or frilled to enhance the fullness of the dress and must be worn whilst competing.
16.4 If the partnership is Female/Female the Lead is to wear pants & shirt. This rule does not apply for the All Girls sections. If the partnership is Male/Male the follow must wear a skirt. This rule does not apply for the All Boys section.
16.5 The dress code will be monitored at the marshalling area.
16.6 Competitors must wear their competition clothing when being presented with awards for placing.
16.7 The following items are not to be worn - Bike pants, high cut bikini pants, male or female boxer shorts, wide legged boxer shorts, mini length skirts or dresses, aerobic tights or skirts or aerobic style clothing & NO high heel shoes.
16.8 Pedal pushers & Pencil skirts are permitted in the Traditional Rock ‘n’ Roll & Rockabilly sections.
16.9 If the dress code is not adhered to, a warning will be given, then if not corrected a disqualification may result. Partners do not have to wear matching outfits.
17. Age:
17.1 All age categories must be adhered to without question, there will be no discrepancies, as this may result in disqualification.
17.2 All competitors’ ages must fall within the guidelines
17.3 A 3 year waiver on all sections will apply, e.g.:- a Junior of 15years may dance up to an 18years Senior section as long as his/her partner is of that age for that section & the Junior may also dance with another partner in his/her age section. This example also applies to Senior categories, but a Senior cannot dance in a Junior section.
17.4 Competitor’s must be of age for the events chosen by the registration closing date (5th June 2021).
17.5 Adult/Child – Junior must be 17years & under and Senior must be 18years & over with a minimum 10year age gap.
18. Traditional: Slow Section - 1 Slow Song Fast Song - 1 Fast Song
18.1 This event is Dance Only, jumps, props or drops are not permitted. This includes starts and finishes. If this is observed, the penalty will be disqualification.
18.2 During the performance dancers cannot be broken apart more than 2 arm lengths from each other.
18.3 Dress Code: See rule 16. Pedal Pushers and Pencil Skirts may be worn in this section.
19. Restricted: Slow Section - 1 Slow Song Fast Section - 1 Fast Song (PROPS and DROPS permitted – two Songs 1 Slow & 1 Fast)
19.1 Props and Drops are permitted, but when performing any of these assisted moves, ONE part of the body must be in contact with the floor at all times. If an illegal move is seen to be performed, this will result in a loss of a minimum 2 points.
19.2 Definition of an illegal move: Where one person in the partnership completely loses contact with the floor whilst being assisted.
19.3 An individual may leave the floor unassisted performing Back Flips, Forward Rolls, Cartwheels etc.
19.4 During the performance dancers cannot be broken apart more than 2 arm lengths from each other.
19.5 Dress Code: Traditional Rock'n'Roll Clothing. Ladies must wear a Full circle skirt/dress and petticoat. the ladies dress must cover the kneecap. Pencil Skirts & Pedal Pushers are not permitted in this section.
20. Jumps: Slow Section - 1 Slow Song Fast Section - 1 Fast Song
20.1 This is a freestyle section. Judges are instructed to judge on props, drops, jumps and dance moves, performing a balanced mixture of moves
20.2 Dress Code: Please see Rule 16
20.3 Aerobatic jumps above the male's head are NOT permitted.
21. Triples: (one song - medium - jumps permitted)
21.1 All female dresses must abide to the dress code see rule 16 (No pedal pushers or pencil skirts)
21.2 During performance each person in the Triples cannot be broken apart by more than 2 arm lengths
from each other.
22. 4's: (one song - refer to section list)
22.1 Awesome 4's - All Traditional Rules apply
22.2 Super 4's - All Restricted Rules apply
22.3 All 4's must perform in a square or circle position. Performances can be progressive or non-progressive. Dancers can interchange partners through circle, diagonal and mirror moves.
22.4 Dress Code: Please see rule 16.
23. Rockabilly (one song- fast – dance only)
23.1 No back steps permitted.
23.2 Dress Code: the female skirt may be shorter than required in the Dress Code but, must still be in the 50/60 era. Pencil Skirts & Pedal Pushers may be worn in this section.
23.3 The Male must dance in an anticlockwise motion.
24. Swing (one song - props and drops permitted)
24.1 All styles of swing are permitted. Triple Step, West Coast, East Coast, Hollywood & Swing Jive.
24.2 Dress Code: Costume related to the era.
25. Lindy Hop (one song - Jumps permitted)
25.1 Basic actions: Jitterbug, Boogie and Lindy Hop with Linear movements, (4,6 and 8 count).
25.2 Dress Code: Costume related to the era.
26. All Girls (one song - medium/fast)
26.1 Jumps permitted in the Open section. The Senior Traditional & Open Traditional sections are Dance Only.
26.2 During the performance dancers cannot be broken apart more than 2 arm lengths from each other.
27.3 Dress Code: Both girls must wear traditional Rock ‘n’ Roll dresses as per rule 18 (No Pedal Pushers or Pencil Skirts)
If not adhered to, penalties of disqualification can occur.
27. All Boys (one song - medium/fast - Jumps Permitted)
27.1 During the performance dancers cannot be broken apart more than 2 arm lengths from each other.
27.2 Dress Code: Both boys must wear trousers. The follow can wear a petticoat if so desired.
28. Social Events (one song - Dance only)
28.1 This section is for those couples that are relatively new to the competitive scene. If you have competed in any of the Social sections previously & have taken 1st place, you are ineligible in that same section.
28.2 Dress Code: will depend on which event you are dancing in. See rules for those sections.
29. Adult/Child (one song - medium fast – jumps permitted)
29.1 Minimum 10yr age gap
29.2 Jumps, Props & Drops are permitted in this section but are not a requirement.
29.3 Dress Code: Traditional Rock'n'Roll Clothing as per Rule 16. Pencil Skirts & Pedal Pushers are not permitted.
30. Jack n Jill (one song - medium fast - Dance Only) - Fun Section
30.1 Dress Code does not apply. Any style permitted.
31. Teams (1 Song - refer to section list – Jumps Permitted)
31.1 Each team must have a minimum of 3 couples only.
31.2 Styles permitted: Rock 'n' Roll (4, 6 or 8 step), Rockabilly, Swing or Lindy.
31.3 If the style is Rock'n'Roll, all female dresses must abie to Dress Code No.16. If not adhered to, penalties of disqualification can occur. All other dance styles please see Dress Code for those styles.
31.4 Team Captain is to signal when ready to start. On completion all competitors must stay on the floor until the M.C announces “Competitors you may leave the floor”.
31.5 During the team performance, couples may break apart, but at no time in this broken formation should any individual couple be more than 2 arm lengths apart from each other. If this rule is not adhered to, a penalty of disqualification can occur.
32. Showcase (one song of your choice – Jumps Permitted)
32.1 1 couple only. Couple can be Male/Female, Male/Male or Female/Female.
32.2 Pick your own song to choreograph to. Please hand you CD or USB to the DJ by the lunch break on day the event will be run (It should clearly display your name & track to be played. It is preferable but not mandatory that it only contains the one song).
32.3 Song choice can be from any era but, the majority of the performance must consist of either 2,4,6 or 8 step footwork.
32.4 Dress Code: Costume that relates to the song. Must be family orientated.
32.5 Performance Length can only be a maximum of 4 minutes. This includes entry onto the floor & exit off the floor. Floor props are permitted i.e.: canes, stools, chairs etc. but the competing couple must be able to carry these on & off the floor without assistance from anyone else & within the 4 minute time window allowed.
JUDGES CRITERIA FOR SHOWCASE
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Timing
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Harmony
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Variety
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Costume
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Choreography
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X Factor
33. Modern: Slow Section - 1 Slow Song Fast Section - 1 Fast Song
33.1 Props & Drops are permitted. Restricted Rule applies.
33.2 Any Style accepted. ie: Modern Jive, Swing, Sala, Hip Hop etc
33.3 Choreograph a routine to a selected song (see section list)
33.4 Maximum of 4 couples will be on the floor at once.
33.5 Dress Code: You can wear a costume that relates to the song if desired. Must be family orientated.
** PLEASE NOTE: INJURIES: If you have had an injury i.e. : Broken bones or damaged knees, shoulders etc within the last 6 months, you must provide a Medical Certificate of Clearance from your Doctor/Specialist to compete before your entry will be accepted.