Criteria for judging a street dance competition?

Answer 1

The criteria that a judge might choose to consider are actually too numerous to examine individually in the brief time allotted, since at least six couples are being judged simultaneously. Therefore, the judge must rely on the impression each couple makes relative to the others . The experienced judge, having seen and studied dancing at all levels, can quickly assess these factors collectively:

POSTURE - one of the most important aspects. Good posture makes you look elegant and exude confidence. It improves balance and control, and allows your partner to connect well to your body in the smooth dances. One's competition result is often directly proportional to one's postural correctness. Hence the old adage, "Persistent practice of postural principles promises perfection."

TIMING - if a couple is not dancing on time with the music, no amount of proficiency in any other aspect can overcome this. The music is boss.

LINE - by this we mean the length and stretch of the body from head to toe. Attractive and well- executed lines, either curved or straight, enhance the shapes of the figures.

HOLD - the correct and unaffected positioning of the body parts when in closed dancing position. For instance, the line of the man's arms should be unbroken from elbow to elbow. Also, there should be symmetry of the man's and woman's arms coming together to form a circle, which, although changing in size, should remain constant in shape so that the dancers remain in correct body position relative to each other. The silhouette of the couple should always be pleasing.

POISE - in smooth dancing, the stretch of the woman's body upwards and outwards and leftwards into the man's right arm to achieve balance and connection with his frame, as well as to project outwards to the audience.

TOGETHERNESS - the melding of two people's body weights into one, so that leading and following appear effortless, and the dancers are totally in synchronization with each other.

MUSICALITY AND EXPRESSION - the basic characterization of the dance to the particular music being played and the choreographic adherence to musical phrasings and accents; also the use of light and shade to create interest value in response to these accents and phrases. For instance, in foxtrot, the stealing of time from one step to allow another to hover; or a quick speed of turn in an otherwise slow rumba; or the snap of a head to suddenly freeze and then melt into slowness in tango.

PRESENTATION - Does the couple sell their dancing to the audience? Do they dance outwardly, with enthusiasm, exuding their joy of dancing and confidence in their performance? Or do they show strain or introversion?

POWER - Energy is exciting to watch. I've noticed that, in a jive, it always seems to be the most energetic couple that wins this dance. But the energy must be controlled, not wild. For instance, powerful movement is an asset in waltz or foxtrot, but only if it is channeled into the correct swing of the body, and not just by taking big steps. The lilt of the music must be matched by the action of the body. In a waltz for instance, the dancers' body action must clearly show the influence of the one down beat and two up beats. So the release of power into the beginning of a figure must be controlled and sustained during the rise at the end of the figure.

FOOT AND LEG ACTION - the stroking of feet across the floor in foxtrot to achieve smoothness and softness; the deliberate lifting and placing of the feet in tango to achieve a staccato action; the correct bending and straightening of the knees in rumba to create hip motion; the extension of the ankles and the pointing of the toes of the non- supporting foot to enhance the line of a figure; the sequential use of the four joints (hip, knee, ankle, and toes) to achieve fullness of action and optimal power; the bending and straightening of knees and ankles in waltz to create rise and fall; the use of inside and outside edges of feet to create style and line all fall under this most important of categories.

SHAPE - Shape is the combination of turn and sway to create a look or a position. For instance, in Paso Doble does the man create the visual appearance of maneuvering his cape? Does the lady simulate the billowing flow of the cape through space? In foxtrot, does the man use the appropriate shape on outside partner steps to enable body contact to be maintained?

LEAD AND FOLLOW - Does the man lead with his whole body instead of just his arms? Does the lady follow effortlessly or does the man have to assist her?

FLOORCRAFT - This refers not only to avoiding bumping into other couples, but the ability to continue dancing without pause when boxed in. It shows the command of the couple over their choreography and the ability of the man to choose and lead figures extrinsic to their usual work when the necessity presents itself.

INTANGIBLES - such as how a couple "look" together, whether they "fit" emotionally, their neatness of appearance, costuming, the flow of their choreography, and basically whether they look like "dancers"; all have an affect on a judge's perception and therefore on his markings.

Different judges have different predilections in what they want to see, and weight these factors differently. One judge, for instance, might be especially interested in technique, while another wants to be moved by musicality and expression. While both factors are obviously important and need to be considered, it can result in couples getting widely disparate markings. Couples wondering what a judge saw to give them a particularly high or low mark should know that any one of the many factors listed in this article could be responsible. The use of a heel when a toe is warranted can just as easily hurt you in a judge's eyes as a meticulous closing of feet can help. Because the judge sees each couple for only a few seconds, anything that draws the attention, either positively or negatively, could very well be the deciding factor on how you are marked.

Competitors, please be assured that virtually no qualified adjudicator will mark you for any reason other than his or her honest evaluation of your performance. Most judges hold their own opinions highly, and try to do a conscientious job. Anyway, no one judge can make or break you. The use of a panel of these experts usually insures that the end result is the correct and equitable one.

Answer 2

The criteria for judging a street dance competition includes looking for originality. Dance moves must not be copied from someone else. As a judge, you should have an understanding of street dancing.

Answer 3

Usually, or from what i know, you are judged on costume, music, how the dance coordinates with the song, how much in sync everyone is, or if the dancing is on beat. You are also judged on energy level, and if your feet are pointed and stretched out, good posture, and facial expression!!

- 23 years of dancing

Answer 4

1. This competition is open to all.

2. Each group is allowed a maximum of 10 members.

3. The group can dance any POP song/remix of their choice.

4. Each group is given a maximum of 4 minutes to perform, including entrance and exit. Failure to comply is subject to 5 points deduction in the score.

5. Hazardous stunts are highly discouraged.

6. Props may be used, but not necessary.

7. Each group must submit a CD of their chosen song to the competition head not later than 12 noon of February 5. CDs must be labelled with the group's name and track number. Failure to comply is subject to 5 points deduction in the score.

8. Groups are not allowed to perform similar songs. At the event that two or more groups choose the same song, the privilege to perform it will be given to the group who registered first.

9. The registration fee is P300 per group.

10. Contestants are highly encouraged to participate in the parade.

11. Interested dance groups can register by sending the following details to upotaku.competitions@gmail.com: Name of Group: Number of Members: Contact Person: Cellphone #: Song to be performed:

12. Deadline of registration is on date!!!

13. Criteria for judging: 50% Performance (Coordination, Energy) 10% Costume 30% Stage Presence (Confidence, Projection) 10% Audience Impact

Answer 5

You must be able to understand both aspects of each individual rapper and make sense of what they are saying within a split second. You must also take into consideration the audiences reaction to certain remarks and the opposing rappers reaction to his opponents remarks

Answer 6

The most important criteria for judging a folk dance contest is a knowledge of folk dance. The next most important criteria for judging is a genuine love of Folk Dancing.

Answer 7

mastery-30%

choreography- 40%

costumes and facial expressions- 20%

audience impact- 10%

Answer 8

The criteria for judging a ballroom dance competition can vary from competition to competition. There are different types of dances per competition and the criteria for each is different.

Answer 9

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