Divisions & Age Categories

There is no differentiation in levels for dancers, all participants will compete at the same level. However, we do offer a Novice category specifically designed for students who are in their first year of competitive dance. This year, our new 19-99 category welcomes individuals of all ages, including pre-professionals, teacher features, and even those who simply enjoy attending an adult tap class. Dancers’ age categories will be determined by their average age as of December 31, 2024. Birthdays between January 1, 2025, and the competition date will be ignored. Age categories may be combined, with a maximum of two age groups per category. If there are 12 or more contestants in a single age group, we will split them by age. For instance, if there are 18 contemporary solos in the 15-16 age range, we will split them into separate age groups for 15-year-olds and 16-year-olds. If there are 12 routines in the 15-year-old age group, we will announce the Top 5 placements.

Routines

Dance City Promotions reserves the right to refuse entries. Entries are received on a first-come-first-served basis. Please enter early to avoid being turned away. Late entries will be accepted only if scheduling permits and at the late entry pricing/admin charge.

Refund Policy

Entry fees are non-refundable. A credit will be issued for solos and duos/trios only minus a $10 admin fee per entry. They will be issued for medical reasons only. A letter listing the competitor’s name, solos and a doctor’s note must be received by Feb 1st. There are no refunds for cancellation of entries.

Repeating/Addition of Dancers

If there is a group competing against itself with more than 50% of the dancers in both groups they must dance out of category or in open. If the number of dancers in a routine happens to change from the time of entry, to the event, you must contact our office to inform us of the changes immediately. We will do our best to accommodate the change if it moves you out of category.

Additional Terms

• Reserves the right to video record events.
• Will not be responsible for lost or stolen articles.
• Will not be responsible for any personal injuries occurring during the competition.
• Will accept written concerns, which have been signed and submitted to a Dance City director.
• A practice room will be provided with a music system. This music system will be Electronic Device compatible.
• Dance City is NOT assuming responsibility for dancers who miss their performance BE EARLY. We reserve the right to run up to 30
  minutes ahead of schedule. Performers must wait in the backstage area until their category is called and remain there once finished to return for sessional adjudication. Be ready for your performance or you could miss your time slot.
• No parents or siblings are allowed backstage (schools please remind your parents of this) – Dance city employees, venue staff/ Instructors and Performers ONLY.
• NO CAMERAS AND NO VIDEOS / ALL CELLULAR PHONES ARE TO BE SWITCHED OFF IN THE AUDITORIUM.
• Any damage done to the venue will be billed to the appropriate school (i.e. damage done to the floor by use of props, etc.)
• Students and Teachers must refrain from wearing school insignias on stage. This includes taking props on and off stage.
• Please notify the backstage manager of any props used in routines, ensuring they are placed on and removed from the stage within 1 minute. Note that exceeding the time limit may incur a fee. You may purchase addition prop time on the portal when registering.
• Placement and removal of props is the responsibility of the studio. Props may be brought into the holding area prior to the beginning of the day or scheduled breaks that they are needed in. (Arrangements can be made to use the back loading doors).
• Please note that unsportsmanlike behavior or bullying of any kind will result in immediate disqualification
  from the competition and removal of awards. We strive to maintain a positive and respectful environment for all participants.