RULES AND REGULATIONS
Refund policy:
Competitors are not entitled to any refund of fee or transfer of fees in case of non- appearance in any section whatsoever, change of mind or any other reason, by entering into the competition you agree that we are to provide an event that is a dance competition where you are judged by a judge and given an award if deemed fit. Please be aware that if covid affects your entries, we will not be required to offer a full refund but you may still be eligible to receive a portion of those back. Please contact us if you are found to be in this position.
Dancers must always be ready to perform 45 minutes prior to their scheduled time.
All entries are to report backstage to the stage Manager at the beginning of the section entered.
All entries will perform in the order they are scheduled. If for any reason a routine must perform out of order, it must be approved by a Take the Stage director and it must be performed before the end of its category. If this is not done, the dancer will only receive a score and not be eligible for placement or overalls.
Please notify the stage manager of any holds needed.
Dancers may not compete against themselves in any performance style and category. (Eg: If a performer has two Jazz Solo's they may only compete the second routine in the next age division up). Only groups are granted the exception of dancing in the same category on the condition that 50% of the dancers are not the same.
Second performance attempts will only be granted if time is permitting.
Any entry in any age group and/or style, displaying suggestive and/or inappropriate content will be disqualified. We will strive to keep its competition family friendly.
For safety reasons, with the exception of rosin, the use of baby powder and other agents is not tolerated.
Please be advised that studios will be held responsible for any damages to theatre change rooms. Any personal belongings, costumes or dance apparel left behind at the competition will not be the responsibility of Take the Stage.
Judges voice critiques will be available to access from your personal portal on Comp Admin Pro site upon the completion of section.
All decisions of the adjudicator must be accepted as final subject to clause.
Communication with the adjudicator is strictly prohibited. The committee reserves the right to disqualify any person from the competition, being dancers, teachers or other interested parties, from communication with the judge.
Props for entries may only be placed backstage during the adjudication prior to the upcoming scheduled dance session.
Competition is open to all dancers of all ages.
Teachers can dance in Open Age and Adult Sections.
The Committee reserves the right to alter or amend the program at any time.
Time limits will be strictly enforced:
Solos: 3 mins max,
Duo/Trios: 4 mins max
Groups: 5 mins max
A competitor’s age shall be recognised as at the 1st Jan 2026.
The Committee reserves the right, if there are insufficient entries in any sections to join classes with next age of same section.
Photography and videography is strictly prohibited during any session. No photographs to be taken in the dressing rooms.
Failure to comply will result in competitor involved being disqualified. Mobile phones must be turned off in the theatre. Use of your own camera or video is not permitted. It is a condition of entry that you do not take photos or video in the audience.
A group is to consist of no less than 4 members.
Competitors perform at own risk.
Competitors are permitted to dance up age groups in solos, duos and troupes so long as the dance is not repeated in the competition.
Highest Point Scorer Awards for each age group is given per dance not accumulated per dance.
Knee pads must be worn if any drop to the knee occurs.
Tights must be worn with every costume where the costume is a high cut leotard or tutu.
Music must be uploaded onto the Comp Admin Pro site.
Enter online at https://portal.compadminpro.com/
By entering our competition you are giving permission to be on social media please speak to
us if you have concerns or issues with this.
PARENTS’ CODE OF CONDUCT
Parents and guardians play an important role in fostering a positive and supportive competition environment. By attending this event, you agree to the following:
1. Applaud and support all dancers on stage.
2. Accept that the adjudicators’ decisions reflect their professional opinion on the day and are final.
3. Respect the rights, dignity, and worth of every participant, regardless of studio affiliation.
4. Show appreciation and respect for volunteers, officials, adjudicators, and event staff.
5. Keep children in your care within eyesight at all times. When inside the theatre, adhere to theatre etiquette — do not enter or exit while a performance is in progress (enter only once the stage is clear and music has stopped).
6. Respect the venue facilities and ensure dressing rooms and theatre areas are left clean and tidy.
7. Encourage children to participate for their own enjoyment and personal growth — not for parental expectations.
8. Reinforce that honest effort and improvement are as important as winning.
9. Focus on skill development, progress, and confidence-building rather than competition outcomes.
DANCE COMPETITORS CODE OF CONDUCT
All competitors are expected to demonstrate integrity, sportsmanship, and professionalism at all times.
1. Be polite, courteous, and respectful to fellow competitors, teachers, staff, and adjudicators.
2. Treat others as you would like to be treated.
3. Respect the theatre, dressing rooms, costumes, and all venue facilities.
4. Refrain from negative comments about other dancers, studios, or performances.
5. Accept the adjudicators’ decisions respectfully, understanding they reflect what was seen and assessed on the day.
6. Demonstrate good sportsmanship both on and off the stage.
7. Represent your studio with pride, integrity, and professionalism.
STUDIO DIRECTOR AND STUDIO CODE OF CONDUCT
Studio Directors and teachers set the tone for their dancers, families, and studio culture. All Studios agree to:
1. Promote respectful and positive behaviour among dancers and families.
2. Communicate professionally with event organisers and staff.
3. Respect adjudicators and refrain from confronting or challenging scoring decisions during the event.
4. Ensure choreography, music, and costuming are age-appropriate and suitable for a family-friendly environment.
5. Support a culture of encouragement, inclusivity, and sportsmanship.
6. Ensure dancers are supervised appropriately at all times.
7. Address any concerns through appropriate, private communication channels after the event if required.
Studios are responsible for the conduct of their dancers, teachers, and families while attending the competition.
Failure to comply with any section of this Code of Conduct may result in:
A formal warning issued to the individual or studio.
Removal from the venue.
Disqualification of the dancer and/or studio from the competition.
Refusal of future entries at the discretion of the event organisers.
The Competition Committee reserves the right to make final decisions regarding breaches of conduct to ensure the safety, integrity, and positive atmosphere of the event.
Competitors are not entitled to any refund of fee or transfer of fees in case of non- appearance in any section whatsoever, change of mind or any other reason, by entering into the competition you agree that we are to provide an event that is a dance competition where you are judged by a judge and given an award if deemed fit. Please be aware that if covid affects your entries, we will not be required to offer a full refund but you may still be eligible to receive a portion of those back. Please contact us if you are found to be in this position.
Dancers must always be ready to perform 45 minutes prior to their scheduled time.
All entries are to report backstage to the stage Manager at the beginning of the section entered.
All entries will perform in the order they are scheduled. If for any reason a routine must perform out of order, it must be approved by a Take the Stage director and it must be performed before the end of its category. If this is not done, the dancer will only receive a score and not be eligible for placement or overalls.
Please notify the stage manager of any holds needed.
Dancers may not compete against themselves in any performance style and category. (Eg: If a performer has two Jazz Solo's they may only compete the second routine in the next age division up). Only groups are granted the exception of dancing in the same category on the condition that 50% of the dancers are not the same.
Second performance attempts will only be granted if time is permitting.
Any entry in any age group and/or style, displaying suggestive and/or inappropriate content will be disqualified. We will strive to keep its competition family friendly.
For safety reasons, with the exception of rosin, the use of baby powder and other agents is not tolerated.
Please be advised that studios will be held responsible for any damages to theatre change rooms. Any personal belongings, costumes or dance apparel left behind at the competition will not be the responsibility of Take the Stage.
Judges voice critiques will be available to access from your personal portal on Comp Admin Pro site upon the completion of section.
All decisions of the adjudicator must be accepted as final subject to clause.
Communication with the adjudicator is strictly prohibited. The committee reserves the right to disqualify any person from the competition, being dancers, teachers or other interested parties, from communication with the judge.
Props for entries may only be placed backstage during the adjudication prior to the upcoming scheduled dance session.
Competition is open to all dancers of all ages.
Teachers can dance in Open Age and Adult Sections.
The Committee reserves the right to alter or amend the program at any time.
Time limits will be strictly enforced:
Solos: 3 mins max,
Duo/Trios: 4 mins max
Groups: 5 mins max
A competitor’s age shall be recognised as at the 1st Jan 2026.
The Committee reserves the right, if there are insufficient entries in any sections to join classes with next age of same section.
Photography and videography is strictly prohibited during any session. No photographs to be taken in the dressing rooms.
Failure to comply will result in competitor involved being disqualified. Mobile phones must be turned off in the theatre. Use of your own camera or video is not permitted. It is a condition of entry that you do not take photos or video in the audience.
A group is to consist of no less than 4 members.
Competitors perform at own risk.
Competitors are permitted to dance up age groups in solos, duos and troupes so long as the dance is not repeated in the competition.
Highest Point Scorer Awards for each age group is given per dance not accumulated per dance.
Knee pads must be worn if any drop to the knee occurs.
Tights must be worn with every costume where the costume is a high cut leotard or tutu.
Music must be uploaded onto the Comp Admin Pro site.
Enter online at https://portal.compadminpro.com/
By entering our competition you are giving permission to be on social media please speak to
us if you have concerns or issues with this.
PARENTS’ CODE OF CONDUCT
Parents and guardians play an important role in fostering a positive and supportive competition environment. By attending this event, you agree to the following:
1. Applaud and support all dancers on stage.
2. Accept that the adjudicators’ decisions reflect their professional opinion on the day and are final.
3. Respect the rights, dignity, and worth of every participant, regardless of studio affiliation.
4. Show appreciation and respect for volunteers, officials, adjudicators, and event staff.
5. Keep children in your care within eyesight at all times. When inside the theatre, adhere to theatre etiquette — do not enter or exit while a performance is in progress (enter only once the stage is clear and music has stopped).
6. Respect the venue facilities and ensure dressing rooms and theatre areas are left clean and tidy.
7. Encourage children to participate for their own enjoyment and personal growth — not for parental expectations.
8. Reinforce that honest effort and improvement are as important as winning.
9. Focus on skill development, progress, and confidence-building rather than competition outcomes.
DANCE COMPETITORS CODE OF CONDUCT
All competitors are expected to demonstrate integrity, sportsmanship, and professionalism at all times.
1. Be polite, courteous, and respectful to fellow competitors, teachers, staff, and adjudicators.
2. Treat others as you would like to be treated.
3. Respect the theatre, dressing rooms, costumes, and all venue facilities.
4. Refrain from negative comments about other dancers, studios, or performances.
5. Accept the adjudicators’ decisions respectfully, understanding they reflect what was seen and assessed on the day.
6. Demonstrate good sportsmanship both on and off the stage.
7. Represent your studio with pride, integrity, and professionalism.
STUDIO DIRECTOR AND STUDIO CODE OF CONDUCT
Studio Directors and teachers set the tone for their dancers, families, and studio culture. All Studios agree to:
1. Promote respectful and positive behaviour among dancers and families.
2. Communicate professionally with event organisers and staff.
3. Respect adjudicators and refrain from confronting or challenging scoring decisions during the event.
4. Ensure choreography, music, and costuming are age-appropriate and suitable for a family-friendly environment.
5. Support a culture of encouragement, inclusivity, and sportsmanship.
6. Ensure dancers are supervised appropriately at all times.
7. Address any concerns through appropriate, private communication channels after the event if required.
Studios are responsible for the conduct of their dancers, teachers, and families while attending the competition.
Failure to comply with any section of this Code of Conduct may result in:
A formal warning issued to the individual or studio.
Removal from the venue.
Disqualification of the dancer and/or studio from the competition.
Refusal of future entries at the discretion of the event organisers.
The Competition Committee reserves the right to make final decisions regarding breaches of conduct to ensure the safety, integrity, and positive atmosphere of the event.