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New Skool Steppin'

1. 3 MINUTE ROUTINE 

2. CREATIVE DANCING 

3. CONTESTANTS MUST CIRCLE THE FLOOR AT LEAST ONCE 

4. THE BASIC MUST BE STEPPING 

5. LIFTS ARE ALLOWED BUT NOT REQUIRED

COMPETITION RULES

Know Before You Dance

Eligibility Requirements

Couples are allowed (but not required), a maximum of 2 dips, lifts, drags, leverage moves & leans, or drops.

These moves can be done in any combination, but only 2 are allowed.

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Dips include- any move when the follower is below the leaders waist

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Drags- any moving of partner across the floor while in a leverage move or lean.

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Leverage move or lean- anytime couples are using each other’s weight as a means of supporting one another in a forward, side, or backwards motion.

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Drops- when a follower is below the leaders knees including splits)

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Lifts- both feet are off the ground at the same time

Scoring Criteria

Appearance: Steppers Sharp

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Originality: Style, quality of being  original

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Synchronization: Synchronizing with partner

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Showmanship: Dramatically effective presentation

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Footwork: Managing the foot activity, moving in a manner that exudes fanciness

Music Selection

Music must be turned in by February 28, 2025, via email to versatileproductions6@gmail.com 

 

Failure to submit music by the due date will result in the DJ providing the contestant's music selection. NO CD'S WILL BE ACCEPTED.

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Music must be free of "VULGAR" Or "PROFANE" language. Failure to adhere to the music rules, music selection will be rejected!!

Prizes

**A MINIMUM OF 3 CONTESTANTS REQUIRED PER CATEGORY FOR FULL PAYOUT**

1st place - $1,500

2nd place -$200

3rd place - $100

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