All entries must be received and paid in full 45 days prior to the event. There is an additional $25 processing charge per routine received within 44 days prior to the event. There is a $15 processing charge per routine that is altered in any way after the final schedule has been released. All entries must be paid by cashiers check, money order or credit card. All credit card payments will incur a 3% transaction fee. Returned checks will be assessed a $35 fee. THERE ARE NO REFUNDS unless we cancel an event.
Proper dance etiquette is expected from all. No coaching allowed. Four gymnastic tricks/passes allowed per number unless entered in open. Teachers or professionals may perform, but these routines will only be eligible for adjudicated star placements and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd awards within their category. Contestants will be responsible for producing proof of age should any questions arise.
NO VIDEO CAMERAS OR PHOTOGRAPHY ARE ALLOWED.
There will be a .5 deduction per judge per incident.
A production/media fee per dancer will be applied. This allows each dancer to have full access all of their dance studios photos and videos.
Dressing Rooms will be provided. Only same gender parents and teachers are allowed in the dressing rooms.
Tap: All styles of tap.
Jazz: All jazz style and technique.
Ballet: Classical ballet technique.
Pointe: Classical ballet technique performed in pointe shoes.
Lyrical: Routine interpreting the lyrics, mood and feeling of the music. Using ballet, jazz, and modern techniques.
Contemporary: Expressive dance that combines elements of modern, lyrical, jazz, and classical ballet. Dance movement is connected and fluid through mind and body.
Cheer/Precision: Routine that may use pom poms and/or perform precision movements including high kick.
Hip Hop: Funk, pop, break dancing technique
Musical Theatre: A routine featuring any style of dance interpreting a song from a movie or musical.
Open: Any other style that does not fit into any other category above. This includes modern, acrobatics, etc. (unlimited number of tricks)
Clogging: Clogging technique.
Music needs to be uploaded through our online system as an MP3 or an MP4 only. Please do not use any other file for it may not play properly on our system. The deadline for uploading music is 12:00 PM CST Wednesday the week of the event. All studios must bring a flash drive back-up. Clearly label each routine with routine number and routine name. Label the exterior of the flash drive with your studio name. Please do NOT use CD’s, I-pads, I-phones, etc. for music.
Solo/Duet/Trio – max. 3 minutes
Small/Large Groups – max. 3 minutes
Productions – max. 5 minutes
There will be a .5 deduction per judge when exceeding the time limit. Group and Production extended time available for an additional cost.
Age should be calculated as of the date of the competition. Solos are calculated to the whole number, no decimal.
- Mini – ages 6.9 & under
- Petite – ages 7 & 9.49
- Junior – ages 9.5-11.49
- Pre-Teen – ages 11.5-13.49
- Teen – ages 13.5-15.49
- Senior – ages 15.5-18.49
- Adult – ages 18.5+
Solo-(One Dancer)
Duet/Trio-(Two/Three Dancers)
Small Group- (4-9 Dancers)
Large Group- (10-19 Dancers)
Line – (20+ dancers all similar age and ability)
Production- (20+ all ages all abilities)
No competition can possibly know how many hours a child dances or for how many years they have danced. Therefore, teachers/directors are left to their own sound judgement when entering routines. Routines that are obviously under placed may be elevated by the judges discretion. All decisions are final.
Levels
Groups are separated into levels based upon the average number of hours per week, per student.
Single S (SS) = Less than 3 hours/4 or less routines
Double S (DS) = 3-6 hours /8 or less routines
Triple S (TS) = 6 hours or more/any number of routines
The level of an entry will be determined by the majority level of dancers in a group (50% or more). The system will automatically default up a level for equal numbers (i.e. five Double S level dancers and five Triple S level dancers, the group of ten will compete in the Triple S Level).
All routines and dancers will be recognized on stage. Based on total point value each routine and all of its dancers will be presented with a 1 Star, 2 Star or 3 Star pin. Routines placing first, second, or third will also be recognized with a Triple S Dance Competition award. Each dancer placing first, second or third with a solo or duet/trio will receive their very own award. Top three high point awards will be given out in each age grouping, division and level. (There must be a minimum of 3 routines in the grouping to receive a high point award.)
Scoring
Triple S Division:
135-150 points will receive a 3 star award
120-134.9 points will receive a 2 star award
119.9 points and below will receive a 1 star award
Double S Division:
132-150 points will receive a 3 star award
117-131.9 points will receive a 2 star award
116.9 points and below will receive a 1 star award
Single S Division:
129-150 points will receive a 3 star award
114-128.9 points will receive a 2 star award
113.9 points and below will receive a 1 star award
Qualifying for Nationals
To qualify for nationals you must receive the following score:
TS – 114
DS – 111
SS – 108
Bump Rule
TSDC cannot know exactly how many hours a dancer practices at a studio and if the placement of routines in our Single S, Double S or Triple S divisions is accurate. For this reason TSDC has constructed a scoring system to ensure fairness in scoring and placement. To solve this uncertainty, any routine scoring above 138 points in our SS or DS level will be “bumped” to the TS level. All “bumped” routines compete against any routines in their division, age and category at the TS level. Any SS or DS routines being “bumped” to the next level will be informed of the change. Routines that are obviously under placed may be elevated by the judge’s discretion.
Awards
• High Point – Top three high point awards will be given in each division. eg: solo, duets/trios, small groups, etc. for Single S, Double S and Triple S levels. Solos and Duet/Trios will only be allowed to place with their highest scoring routine in the top three. There must be a minimum of 3 routines in the grouping to receive a high point award.
All Production routines will be combined for high point within each of the Single S, Double S and Triple S levels.
Age Group High Points:
- Mini
- Petite
- Junior
- Pre-Teen
- Teen
- Senior
• Triple S Grand Champion – The Triple S Grand Champion award is given to the highest scoring group/production of the entire competition. The Triple S Grand Champion is announced and awarded at the end of the entire group competition.
• Choreography Award – This award is given to one routine at our final awards ceremony of each day and has become one of the most coveted awards of our competition.
• Encore Award – This award is given to the most entertaining routine of each day of the competition. Three routines from different studios will be invited to perform again at the end of each day to compete for this award.
• Versatility Award – This award is given to the studio that exemplifies the most versatility through different types of dance with their group routines. This studio must have group routines representing five or more different genres and will be determined by an average of the judges overall scores.
• Title Award – Judges decide the title winner separately, based on their scores and overall impression of the routines.
*There must be 3 or more routines entered for there to be a title winner. The 3 or more entries in a category must be different dancers.
*If there are not 3 or more routines registered, any lone entries will receive a refund/credit.
*Only Junior, Preteen, Teen and Senior Solos and Duet/Trios from the Triple S (TS) level are eligible in our title competition.
• Judges’ Choice Award- Given at each Awards Ceremony
Best Costume
Best Musicality
Best Presentation
• Special Awards Certificates- Each judge selects special awards for each awards ceremony. This is given to routines that stood out and made a lasting impression in the judge’s opinion.
• Super Star Showcase- Standout dancers are selected and given the opportunity to perform the opening number at our final awards ceremony at our National competition.
• Scholarships- ASH Productions, Dancer Palooza, Dancewerks and more.
• Studio Spirit Award- Given at the end of groups to one studio that displayed exemplary sportsmanship backstage and onstage, providing a sense of community and support among their competitors. This is chosen by the TSDC staff.
Judging: Ties are broken by technique score. ALL JUDGES DECISIONS ARE FINAL!
Disclaimer
Triple S reserves the right to add additional competition days/times if deemed necessary. Entries will be accepted on first come, first served basis and will be limited depending on the time available of each competition location. Triple S also reserves the right to move the competition location, if it becomes necessary due to unforeseen circumstances.
The registered participant, along with their parents, guardians, coaches, and any other representatives or individuals associated with their participation(hereinafter referred to as “associated parties”), acknowledges and understands the risks associated with attending a dance competition. By registering for Triple S Dance Competition, the registered participant and associated parties agree to release and hold harmless the Triple S Dance Competition, its officers, agents, employees and venues from any liability, including any claims, demands, or legal actions arising from injuries, diseases or property damage sustained on the premises before, during, or after the event.
This waiver releases the Triple S Dance Competition, its officers, agents, employees and venues, from any responsibility for injuries or damages incurred, regardless of the cause or circumstances. The registered participant and associated parties agree to assume full financial responsibility for any such injuries or damages.
The registered participant and associated parties further agree to follow all safety guidelines and instructions provided by the Triple S Dance Competition, its officers, agents, employees and venues and will seek clarification if needed to ensure compliance.
