Competition Rules

These rules are DancEnergys' rules, and they should be followed by all dancers attending competitions.

* Bring me a copy of your birth certificate if this is the first time you have gone to a competition with us. I must be able to prove ages if we are questioned.

* You must arrive to the competition at least 1 1/2 hours prior to your first scheduled stage time.

* Wear required makeup in the way specified.

* No nail polish ( fingers or toes)

* No jewelry (unless it is part of your costume).

* No panties, including thongs. (Older girls please wear bras making sure they are completely covered by costume by safety pinning if necessary) (We recommend getting a flesh colored convertable bra that has straps that may be placed in many different places or be strapless, so you don't have to have several bras to go under several costumes. They also come with clear straps these days or you can buy the clear straps separately and replace the existing straps with them): Even clear straps must be under costume straps so they match the line of the costume.

* Bobbi pin all headpieces even if you think it's not necessary, USING LOTS OF BOBBI PINS. There is no excuse for a headpiece falling out.

* Wear your DancEnergy warm up jacket/pants over your costume when you are in the audience or anywhere other than the dressing room. Not only is it a good cover up, but it helps us find each other also.

* During the award ceremony have your DancEnergy jacket on.

* Do not eat or drink in costume. Please cover it up. Most costumes are not washable.

* Personal hygiene: Those old enough to shave should (under arms, legs, bikini area if necessary). If you have underarm hair, you are old enough to shave it off. Use deodorant that will not come off on your costume (clear).

* HAIR: All group dances will use a left side parted low ponytail (no bangs may be left down). Some competitors may wear their hair differently for other dances. This will be on your dance paper.

* Do not walk in the audience during a performance. Move between dances! See audience rules

* If you win an award during a solo, it is yours to keep. All other awards will be displayed at the studio

Tips for Competition:

* Bring snacks and money for food. There will be souvenirs available for purchase if you wish.

* Bring emergency supplies like extra tights, needle and thread, clear nail polish for last minute runs, lots of safety pins, and bobbi pins.

* If you forget something or have a problem, tell me, I often have extra stuff with me.

Your attitude and behavior to others is very important to me. I expect you to represent the studio and yourself with respect. Compliment other studios' dancers and meet new people. If they do not repond nicely, just let it go. Don't be nasty back. Also, it goes without saying that you should support your classmates. Competition is not the time to bicker with each other. You should come together as a united group. Remember also that if you feel good about how you performed, that should be what counts. The judges are just people with opinions, good days and bad days, likes and dislikes. So of course it's great if we win something and you should feel proud, but if you don't you should think " Oh, well... another day maybe: and not get so upset about what others ( the judges) think. Enjoy the entire experience. Don't save your happiness until you get a trophy.

Audience behavior: No video cameras and no pictures while on stage dancing. They are usually okay at the awards ceremonies. No moving around while someone is dancing. Wait until between dances. This is common courtesy to the performers. They worked hard on their dance and deserve the respect of no one blatantly ignoring them. This will be difficult to remember, but please try. Students and their guests should also applaud others ( believe it or not some studios don't applaud for others).