Contest Best World Dance Group

NUMBER OF DANCERS: FORMATION: 11–24 dancers SMALL FORMATION: 4 – 10 dancers PRODUCTION: 25 and more dancers PERFORMANCE LENGTH: Formations, small formations: 2:00 – 4:00 minutes Production: 4:00 – 5:00 minutes The category, STREET DANCE represents all types of street dances of hip-hop culture and its experimental forms, types of commercial choreography. During the show you can use styles such as waacking, vogue, hip-hop choreography, locking, popping, bboying / bgirling (breaking), house dance, hip-hop dance, break dance, MTV dance, RnB, party dances, krumping, stepping , stomp, dancehall, flexing, turfing, chicago footwork, baltimoore footwork and the like. In this discipline it is rather a common line-up, avoid a large number of solo performances.

• street dance techniques
• each show performance is rated in addition to technique, composition and image, as well as a show value that shows how interesting and fun the dance number is to the audience
• backdrops allowed, props allowed, acrobatics allowed

NUMBER OF DANCERS: FORMATION: 11–24 dancers SMALL FORMATION: 4 – 10 dancers PRODUCTION: 25 and more dancers PERFORMANCE LENGTH: Formations, small formations: 2:00 – 4:00 minutes Production: 4:00 – 5:00 minutes Disco today is more associated with the sporting style of dance. Disco includes elements of classical dance, jazz, Latin American dance, rock and roll, aerobics, acrobatics and rhythmic gymnastics and many other areas. Elements such as ropes, jumps, turns are used in the style. The movements are very quickly in line with the music, the movement of the arms supports and emphasizes the movement of the body. Only group choreographies can compete.

• Allowed and recommended figures and moves: Steps, feeds, taps, hops, slips, jumps, kicks, pirouettes and turns, other dance styles, variations on the ground (such as clefts, back twists, etc.) are allowed but must be limited, jumps with long start and movement across the parquet are not characteristic and run must not exceed four steps
• scenery prohibited, props prohibited, acrobatics allowed
• DISCO SHOW – every show of the performance is evaluated in addition to the technique, choreography also show value, which tells how the dance number is interesting, entertaining scenery is allowed, props allowed, acrobatics allowed

NUMBER OF DANCERS: SMALL FORMATION: 4 – 10 dancers FORMATION: 11–24 dancers PRODUCTION: 25 and more dancers PERFORMANCE LENGTH: Formations, small formations: 2:00 – 4:00 minutes Production: 4:00 – 5:00 minutes Folklore – Folk dances are among the most basic manifestations of the artistic creativity of the people, in which the nature of the people, their way of life and social relations are manifested. Every country, every nation is different. Every folk dance has its own national style. As people in different countries, regions live, sing and dance. A dance that is performed in its natural environment and has certain movements, rhythms, costumes and the like traditional to the area.

NUMBER OF DANCERS: SMALL FORMATION: 4–10 dancers FORMATION: 11–24 dancers PRODUCTION: 25 and more dancers PERFORMANCE LENGTH: Formations, small formations: 2:00 – 4:00 minutes Production: 4:00 – 6:00 minutes National dances (variations on national – folk dances, or dances from selected countries from which the choreography is inspired. The choreography must respect traditional music, costume and dance style.

NUMBER OF DANCERS: SMALL FORMATION: 4–10 dancers FORMATION: 11–24 dancers PRODUCTION: 25 and more dancers PERFORMANCE LENGTH: Formations, small formations: 2:00 – 4:00 minutes Production: 4:00 – 8:00 minutes Ballet is a form of scenic dance that uses choreography. The ballet can be a separate work or can be part of a show.   For soloists: 2 performances in the classical / neoclassical dance category (maximum 4 minutes for both) 1 performance in modern / contemporary dance category (maximum 3 minutes) Soloists in the Classical / Neoclassical Dance category must attend 2 performances. These two performances must be categorized as Classical / Neoclassical Dance. Soloists may not participate in 1 performance in the Classical / Neoclassical Dance category and 1 performance in the Modern / Contemporary Dance category Special arrangements for solo artists: solo artists may not perform in duo or Pas de deux! Participation in the group is allowed For duos: 1 Duo from classical repertoire (maximum duration 5 minutes) 1 performance in Modern / Contemporary Dance (3 minutes) Duos and groups can only participate in one category: either Modern / Contemporary Dance or Pop / Jazz Dance or Traditional / Character Folk Dance Duos may not play with their band as solo artists For groups: 2 performances in one dance category only (maximum 8 minutes for both) Groups are required to attend 2 performances

NUMBER OF DANCERS: SMALL FORMATION: 4–10 dancers FORMATION: 11–24 dancers PRODUCTION: 25 and more dancers PERFORMANCE LENGTH: Formations, small formations: 2:00 – 4:00 minutes Production: 4:00 – 8:00 minutes Contemporary – is a dance direction that draws elements from modern and postmodern scenic dance, covers and uses various dance techniques and movement styles such as floorwork, improvisation, contact improvisation and release technique. The origin of Contemp is attributed to Isadore Duncan and Martha Graham. Their goal was to find the ease of movement using the natural lines of the body and its energy. He is also influenced by classical dance and jazz, but does not adhere to their strict rules. Contemporary Dance also often integrates the influences of other dance styles including Street Dance.

NUMBER OF DANCERS: SMALL FORMATION: 4–10 dancers FORMATION: 11–24 dancers PRODUCTION: 25 and more dancers PERFORMANCE LENGTH: Formations, small formations: 2:00 – 4:00 minutes Production: 4:00 – 6:00 minutes Major variations on tap dancing including: flamenco, rhythm (jazz) tap, classical tap, Broadway tap and post-modern tap. Broadway tap is rooted in the English theatrical tradition and often focuses on formations, choreography and generally less complex rhythms; it is widely played in musical theater. Rhythm tap focuses on musicality and practitioners consider themselves part of the jazz tradition. Classical tap has a similar long tradition that marries European “classical” music with American drumming feet with a wide variation of whole-body expression, postmodern or contemporary

NUMBER OF DANCERS: SMALL FORMATION: 4–10 dancers FORMATION: 11–24 dancers PRODUCTION: 25 and more dancers PERFORMANCE LENGTH: Formations, small formations: 2:00 – 4:00 minutes Production: 4:00 – 6:00 minutes Choreography dealing with a certain topic or storyline using all aspects of the show. This means combining content, ideas, music, dance techniques and dance styles (jazz, modern dance, musical, Lemon, Graham, Horton, Cuninngham, etc.), including the use of costumes, backdrops and props. The music corresponds to the theme of choreography.

• music recording in the style of the choreography. Dance expressing mood, feeling, idea – it is possible to use any dance technique – ballet, modern dance, jazz dance, contemporary, etc.
• every show of the performance is evaluated in addition to the technique, choreography and also the Show value, which shows how interesting the dance number is to the audience
• backdrops allowed, props allowed, acrobatics allowed

NUMBER OF DANCERS: SMALL FORMATION: 4–10 dancers FORMATION: 11–24 dancers PRODUCTION: 25 and more dancers PERFORMANCE LENGTH: Formations, small formations: 2:00 – 4:00 minutes Production: 4:00 – 6:00 minutes Competition standard dances include waltz, tango, waltz, slowfox (or slowfoxtrot) and quickstep, tango.

NUMBER OF DANCERS: SMALL FORMATION: 4–10 dancers FORMATION: 11–24 dancers PRODUCTION: 25 and more dancers PERFORMANCE LENGTH: Formations, small formations: 2:00 – 4:00 minutes Production: 4:00 – 8:00 minutes Expressive dance – is a dance direction that represents a mix of modern and classical techniques, using acrobatics and also has an immediate emotional impact on the viewer. Expressive dance corresponds to tastes and current needs of social events.

NUMBER OF DANCERS: SMALL FORMATION: 4–10 dancers FORMATION: 11–24 dancers PRODUCTION: 25 and more dancers PERFORMANCE LENGTH: Formations, small formations: 2:00 – 4:00 minutes Production: 4:00 – 6:00 minutes The sport closest to the dance, based on stylized, natural movements of the whole body. This nomination includes harmonious, rhythmic and dynamic elements with natural grace and power. The composition should include universal and varied body movements such as body waves and swings, jumps, spiral turns and dance steps. This requires flexibility, speed, strength, coordination and the ability to move effortlessly. Various ways of supporting and interacting performers are allowed and welcomed. For soloists: 1 performance in sports – dancing (maximum 2.45 minutes for both) Soloists Special arrangements for solo artists: solo artists may not perform in duo or Pas de deux! Participation in the group is allowed Pro duos: 1 Duo in sports- dance (maximum 2.45 minutes for both) 1 performance in Modern / Contemporary Dance (3 minutes) For groups: 2 performances in only one dance category (maximum 6 minutes for both). Groups are required to attend 2 performances

Choreography working on a certain theme or storyline using all aspects of the show, including sports dancing. This means combining content, thought, music, dance and sports techniques and styles. The dance show, dance choreography and dance technique are highly appreciated.

NUMBER OF DANCERS: SMALL FORMATION: 4–10 dancers FORMATION: 11–24 dancers PRODUCTION: 25 and more dancers PERFORMANCE LENGTH: Formations, small formations: 2:00 – 4:00 minutes Production: 4:00 – 6:00 minutes

• 2 base pom-poms on cheerleader
• In the course of the competition performance it is possible to exchange for an additional pom-pom of another color or scarf
• however, additional equipment must not be prepared on or next to the competition area
• no other supplementary equipment is allowed for competition kits
• scenery prohibited, props allowed, acrobatics prohibited (light hoists, stars, etc. are allowed)

NUMBER OF DANCERS: SMALL FORMATION: 4–10 dancers FORMATION: 11–24 dancers PRODUCTION: 25 and more dancers PERFORMANCE LENGTH: Formations, small formations: 2:00 – 4:00 minutes Production: 4:00 – 6:00 minutes 1 or 2 pieces of baton on a majorette no other supplementary equipment (scarves, etc.) is allowed for competition sets backdrops are not allowed, acrobatic elements and pyramids are not allowed the jury will decide according to the criteria of difficulty, versatility, quality of choreography, performed dance elements, but at the same time will take into account the artistic side of the choreography, costumes, overall quality and team coordination In the final figure, there may be a two-story pyramid, not standing on your shoulders. When the wand falls, it must be lifted immediately. Intentional short-term removal of the wand within the choreography is allowed.

NUMBER OF DANCERS: SMALL FORMATION: 4–10 dancers FORMATION: 11–24 dancers PRODUCTION: 25 and more dancers PERFORMANCE LENGTH: Formations, small formations: 2:00 – 4:00 minutes Production: 4:00 – 6:00 minutes Movement compositions and choreography using various forms of aerobics for its rendering

• may be a storyline
• there may be other dance styles, but the character of aerobics must prevail movement choreographies based on elements such as dance aerobics, zumba,
• aerobics, sports aerobics, latino aerobics, team aerobics, gymnastic aerobics, acrobatics and others
• props and gadgets are allowed
• backdrops prohibited