1. Team Eligibility & Limits

• To ensure fair competition and smooth scheduling, competitors are only allowed to perform with one team. You cannot participate in multiple groups or submit more than one performance.

• Teams must consist of a maximum of 8 members. No groups larger than 8 participants will be permitted on stage.

2. Performance & Audio Requirements

• Your routine must be a minimum of 2 minutes and a maximum of 4 minutes. Any audio files longer than 4 minutes must be edited and cut to fit this limit prior to submission.

• To keep the competition true to its roots, at least 75% of the original song’s choreography must be used during the performance.

• Competitors must submit both their official Entry Form and Audio Form no later than August 2, 2026. Late submissions will not be accepted.

3. Stage Safety & Content Policies

• All competitors must keep their performances, music choices, and outfits PG-16.

• The following items are strictly banned from the stage area for safety and cleanup reasons:

  • Stiletto High Heels (to protect the stage surface and prevent injury)

  • Confetti, glitter, or powder

  • Liquids of any kind

  • Items thrown directly into the audience

  • Jumping off the stage into the pit or crowd

  • Inappropriate, overly revealing, or vulgar outfits

• Only pre-approved props will be allowed on stage. Teams are entirely responsible for carrying their props on and off the stage immediately before and after their performance.

4. Judging & Awards

Each performance will be evaluated by our official panel of judges based on the following criteria:

1. Execution: Technical skill, timing, and synchronization.

2. Cleanliness: Sharpness of movements, spacing, and formations.

3. Crowd Response: Energy, stage presence, and audience engagement.

4. Costuming: Visual appeal, cohesion, and appropriateness of the outfits.

Awards Category:

• • General Category Winners (determined by our official jury)

  • Audience Favorite Award (determined by crowd voting/response)