During the competition months, it is important to review and adhere to the following Competition Etiquette. This is especially crucial for new members and those who are competing for the first time. Please take the time to discuss these rules with your children as well.

 

1. No videotaping or flash photography is permitted. Violating this rule can result in disqualification.

 

2.  Dressing Room:  The dressing rooms are exclusively designated for dancers participating in the competition. It is understood that these rooms are intended for complete undressing and changing into costumes. We kindly request that you refrain from inviting family members or friends into the dressing room. It is important to respect the privacy of our dancers and dancers from other studios. The dressing room should solely be used for changing purposes, and congregating or setting up meals in the area is discouraged. We kindly ask for your understanding if we request you, your family, or friends to leave the area. Please understand that we are simply enforcing the policy and not trying to portray ourselves as the "bad guys." If you need to change your children, we kindly request that you do so quickly and promptly exit the area. Additionally, we would like to remind everyone that the dressing room is also a quiet area for dancers to rehearse or rest before their next routine.

 

3. Display proper behavior:

   a. Avoid running around and behaving in a disruptive manner. Mind your manners.

   b. Be kind to your dance team and other teams. Avoid negative comments about anyone, including your teammates, teachers, and others you encounter at the event.

  c.  Your child needs to be under adult supervision at all times if they are not with a teacher!  Please do not allow your child to roam around by themselves.

 

4. Refrain from getting up or sitting down in the middle of a routine while in the audience.

 

5. Maintain a positive and stress-free mindset.

 

6. Be well-prepared!!!! 

  - Arrive on time and ensure you have all the necessary items for your performance. Do not forget items at home! You will not be allowed on stage if anything is missing.

  - Don’t come with the wrong hair/makeup because you will have to re-do it accordingly.  

   

7. Expect LONG days and nights! Unfortunately, there is nothing we can do about this. We are not running the show nor are we in charge of the event. Remember, your teachers have to be there ALL weekend long with little to no breaks, so we understand the pain! 

 

8. Support Our Team: If you are at the competition during ANY of our studio performances we expect you to be in the audience cheering us on! They worked hard for this, showing them the support they deserve!  Sometimes, the teacher may be working with a group of dancers or individual students, which means they cannot be present in the audience to watch.  We kindly request that you refrain from forcing your children to go watch without the permission of that teacher. 

 

9. Respect venue rules:

   - Follow any restrictions on food, drinks, or glitter in the theater as indicated by signage.

 

10. It is necessary to arrive 3 hours before your performance time. Occasionally, events may start earlier than scheduled, so it is crucial for you to be there in advance. This allows us to warm up and practice before going on stage.

 

11. Please assist with props when requested.

 

12. Awards: We kindly request that our dancers always attend their awards ceremony. They have put in a lot of hard work and deserve to be up there to receive their awards. Please ensure that they wear their studio attire and sit together as a group, behaving appropriately.

 

13. Costumes: Once your child is finished wearing their costume, including any jewelry and hairpieces, on stage, we ask that they immediately remove everything and put on their studio clothing. Please take good care of the costumes and accessories, as we do not have extras.

 

14. Bringing your extra items: We ask that you please bring all your extra items with you to the competition. This includes jazz shoes, jewelry, makeup, tights, booty shorts, safety pins, bobby pins, etc. It can be frustrating when a team member forgets something at home, and it becomes even more challenging when we have limited time to rearrange a routine. If you bring your extra items for us to borrow in case of a crisis, it will help us avoid unnecessary stress.

 

15. You may want to bring extra money: Most competitions have shops where you can purchase competition shirts, dancewear, extra trophies, etc. They also provide options to buy videos and photos.

 

16. Bring snacks, water, and a jacket: Competition days can be long, and it may be difficult to leave for lunch or dinner. Please pack snacks and water for both your dancer and yourself. Also, remember to bring a jacket as auditoriums are often cold. If you have other children attending the event with you, please bring items to keep them entertained throughout the day. Don't forget your phone charger!

 

17. To ensure your child's participation, it is essential to pay your current studio balance. We cannot make exceptions in this matter. If your child's account is not paid in full, they will be unable to dance. We sincerely hope to avoid disappointing not only a specific child but the entire team, as pulling out a child affects everyone involved.

 

18.  Please make sure to check the GroupMe or Remind App regularly during the competition days. This will help you stay updated on any important announcements or when we need your child to check in with us.  It will also be a useful communication channel in case of any emergencies.

 

19. Enjoy Yourself! You have invested a significant amount of money and time to participate in these events. Leave your stress at home and simply enjoy yourself!

 

Once again, if you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please feel free to reach out to us. We are here to assist you.