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Competition

SOLE
TO
SOUL
DANCE
STUDIO
Competition
Rise My Apprentice31st August 2023
Registration Fee
35

Crew Showcase
Novice Under-16
Participation fee for crew competition per dancer

Water during the competition

Certificates for all dancers
Prize & Trophies for all Winners

- STS students only -


35

2-On-2 All Style Battle
Novice Open
Participation fee for each dancer for DUO’s

Water during the competition

Prize Money for all Winners

- PUBLIC -


35

Crew Showcase
Novice Open
Participation fee for crew competition per dancer

Water during the competition

Certificates for all dancers
Prize & Trophies for all Winners

- STS students only -



- Guests RM 20 -
The Story

In a distant land, a young apprentice embarked on a transformative journey. Amidst the vibrant rhythm of a bustling market, destiny smiled upon him as a wise master recognized his hidden potential. The master, impressed by the apprentice's unwavering dedication and humility, took him under his wing. Under the master's patient guidance, the apprentice delved into the depths of knowledge. Day after day, he honed his skills, immersing himself in the artistry of movement. Through countless trials and tribulations, the apprentice began to flourish, his abilities growing with each step. Yet, a longing for individuality stirred within the apprentice's heart. With the master's blessings, he set forth on a solitary quest. Embracing solitude and self-reflection, he ventured into uncharted territories, guided by an innate sense of rhythm.

Program
U16 Showcase (Registration)
11:00am - 12:00pm
Lounge Area, Level 3
U16 Showcase
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Studio F, Level 1
Open Showcase (Registration)
1:00pm - 1:30pm
Lounge Area, Level 3
Open Showcase
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Studio F, Level 1
Open Battle (Registration)
3:00am - 4:00pm
Lounge Area, Level 3
Open Battle
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Studio F, Level 1
Prize Ceremony
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Studio F, Level 1


Prizes

RISE MY APPRENTICE is a in-studio competition aimed at giving aspiring young dancers from Sole To Soul Dance Studio and beyond a chance to build their confidence and experience performing at a competition level in a friendly and welcoming environment. Dancers will be given feedback from our professional judges highlighting areas such as technique, expression, and musicality which will allow the dancers to see where they can improve. All dancers will be rewarded for their commitment and dedication. Trophies and prizes will be given to teams who place 1st, 2nd and 3rd.


CategoriesPlacingsGroupEach Contestant
U16 ShowcaseWinnerGold TrophyCert + Prize
1st Runner UpSilver TrophyCert + Prize
2nd Runner UpBronze TrophyCert + Prize
Not PlacedN/ACert
Open ShowcaseWinnerGold TrophyCert + Prize
1st Runner UpSilver TrophyCert + Prize
2nd Runner UpBronze TrophyCert + Prize
Not PlacedN/ACert
Open BattleWinnerN/APrize Money
1st Runner UpN/APrize Money
Not PlacedN/AN/A


Crew Showcase
Categories, Age Group & Time Limit

CategoriesFormatAge GroupDuration Limit
Crew Showcase - Novice Under-162-9 participantsAges 6 to 152 minutess
Crew Showcase - Novice Open2-9 participantsOpen2 minutess

  1. Categories
    • The Street Showcase Category is an in-house only competiton for all students of Sole To Soul Dance Studio
    • Each class may register multiple crews. A crew consists of a minimum two (2) to a maximum of nine (9) crewmembers
    • Crewmembers may be made up of any combination of males and females within the defined age divisions
    • Each participant may not represent more than one showcase crew
  2. Format
    • All teams must showcase an original choreography. You are allowed to use the music and small signature moves but interpreting it in a different way
    • Kpop classes are also strongly encouraged to enter by showcasing their INSPIRED dance from the orginal choreography from music videos
  3. Age Group
    • Crews will compete in the age group according to the age of the oldest crewmember
  4. Duration
    • 2 minutes for Under-16 group and Open group
    • No time limit penalty will be assessed as long as planning committee is notified and the extended time is approved prior to the event

Entry Fee

TypeCriteriaPer PaxAdd T-shirt
Each Crewmember
(showcase)
Early Bird (before: 31st May 2023)RM 25 + RM 60
Normal (before: 31st July 2023)RM 35+ RM 60

  1. All 'Early Bird' entries must be submitted by 11:59pm, 31st May 2023 along with the fee
  2. All 'Normal' entries must be submitted by 11:59pm, 31st July 2023 along with the fee

Judges Scoring Guidelines

CriteriasScore
Technique20 points
Execution20 points
Choreography20 points
Showmanship20 points
Overall Effect20 points
Total100 points

  1. Every performance will be critiqued a panel of 4 experienced judges
  2. Each judge will use the above point scale and will consider Technique, Execution, Choreography, Showmanship and Overall Effect
  3. Critiques and scores will be announced at the end of the competition

Crew Showcase Judges
To Be Announced

To Be Announced

To Be Announced

To Be Announced

2-On-2 All Style Battle
Categories, Age Group & Time Limit

CategoriesFormatAge GroupDuration Limit
2-On-2 All Style BattleDuo (2 participants)Open30s, 45s, 60s

  1. Categories
    • The 2-On-2 All Style Battle is open to all male and female student dancers.
    • Dancers will be expected to dance to any style such as but not limited to Hip Hop, Litefeet, House, Waacking, Vogue Femme, Popping, Afrobeats, Breaking, Locking, Dancehall. Judges will be assessing the quality of the performance, musicality, dance technique and the personality of the performers
    • Crewmembers may be made up of any combination of males and females
    • Each participant may not represent more than one battle crew
  2. Format
    • A battle crew must consists of two (2) crewmembers to participate
    • Each battle will consist of 2 pairs of dancers who will battle one another facing each other
    • Each dancer will be challenged to dance to the unpredictable, varied beats of a live DJ
    • Judges will choose 1 team from each round to advance to the next round until the battle progresses to 2 final teams
    • The final 2 teams might have 2 or 3 songs each to impress the judges (depending on the no. of dancers in the competition)
    • Please note, if there are more than 40 teams in the battle, the judges will require the contestants to showcase a dance performance in order to preselect
  3. Age Group
    • This category is open to dancers of any ages
  4. Duration
    • Each pair of dancers in the preliminary battles will have two rounds of 30 seconds each to dance ~ 1 minute total

Entry Fee

TypeCriteriaPer PaxAdd T-shirt
Each CrewmemberNormalRM 20+ RM 60


Judges Scoring Guidelines

  1. Every performance will be critiqued a panel of 4 experienced judges
  2. Critiques and scores will be announced at the end of the competition

Battle Showcase Judges
To Be Announced

To Be Announced

To Be Announced

To Be Announced

General Rules & Regulations

  1. All forms of dance choreography are permissible in the showcase. However, the following are strictly prohibited: vulgarity, nudity, violence, political and religious materials or promotions. Performances that are deemed inappropriate by the Organizers may result in disqualification.
  2. Participants will be judged by a panel of highly qualified judges who are also our STSDS Faculty. All participants agree that the time, manner and method of judging shall be solely within the discretion of the judges, STSDS Directors, and producers of RISE MY APPRENTICE and that all decisions are final.
  3. All crews qualified for the Grand Finals will require a videographer / production team to assist in shooting the crew’s final competition video.
  4. Changing of crew members for the Grand Finals video is allowed. In the event of this possibility, crew leaders MUST contact and communicate with the organizer via (insert email) ONE (1) week prior the competition date.
  5. Details will be updated via our website and social media channels (@risemyapprentice).
  6. For all enquiries, you may contact us at (insert email) or via our social media channels (@risemyapprentice).
  7. For more information please visit www.soletosouldance.com or our social media channels (@risemyapprentice).