CATEGORIES

 

HIGH SCHOOL SPIRIT

 

NON TUMBLING CHEER - Routine must use cheerleading style technique. Each routine must blend combination of jumps, vocal cheering, rhythmic, precision dance section and a display of precision throughout with strong sharp movements. This is a Non-Tumbling division.

 

SHOW CHEER Routine must use cheerleading style technique. Each routine must blend combination of jumps, vocal cheering and a display of precision throughout with strong sharp movements. Stunting and tumbling appropriate to group level. Must adhere to all AACCA Safety rules and regulations for all advanced stunting and tumbling maneuvers.

 

GROUP STUNT

 

PARTNER STUNT

 

GAME DAY

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POM Routine should consist of visuals effects, synchronization, clean/sharp pom motions and technical skills. Visual effects include level changes, opposition, group work, transitions and formations. Emphasis should be placed on proper pom/motion technique, proper dance technique, timing, and showmanship. All female members must use two pompons for 80% of the routine.

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DANCE CATEGORIES

JAZZ

HIP HOP

CONTEMPORARY

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LEVEL BREAKDOWN

NOVICE

INTERMEDIATE

ADVANCED

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STUDIO DANCE

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CONTEMPORARY - A routine that combines both lyrical and modern movements.

 

HIP HOP - Routine must demonstrate street dance styles: hip hop, funk, freestyle, house, grooves, popping, locking, breakdancing, etc (may include up to 2 gymnastic feats).

 

JAZZ - Routine using jazz technique, complex rhythms and patterns, isolations and executes moves and steps that are energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, fancy footwork, big leaps and quick turns.

 

PRODUCTION –  Routine emphasis must be on characterization or be of a unique, thematic nature. Entrants must use clever costumes and unusual or innovative moves to convey the thematic character-driven choreography. Small sets are allowed. (Sets must be safe for gym floors)

 

OPEN – Any dance style that does not fully fit into the above descriptions, examples: Tap, Character, Musical Theater, Ballet, etc. Routine may be of any combination of styles.

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STUDIO LEVEL BRAKDOWN

Beginning/Intermediate Level This competition level division is for dancers with 1-3 years’ experience. Groups should compete in the level that is consistent with most of the group members’ abilities.

 

Advanced Level This competition level is for top-level competitive dancers who perform at an advanced technical level. All entries will be adjudicated, and will receive High Score Awards.

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