In10sity Dance Competition: Elevating Dance in 2025 and Beyond

In10sity Dance is thrilled to announce exciting updates for the 2025 season, crafted with invaluable feedback from our cherished participating studios. As a leading name in dance competitions, In10sity Dance continuously evolves to provide an unparalleled experience for dancers, studios, and audiences alike. These enhancements reflect our commitment to celebrating dance in all its forms and ensuring a fair and enriching competitive environment.

Exciting New Divisions: Lines and Productions Take Center Stage

Responding directly to studio input, In10sity Dance is proud to introduce a significant refinement for large ensemble routines. Starting in 2025, we are officially separating “Lines” and “Productions” into distinct categories. This change directly addresses the need to recognize and adjudicate these unique routine styles based on their individual merits in composition and performance.

Both Lines and Productions will continue to require a minimum of 20 dancers, maintaining the spectacular scale and energy these routines bring to the stage. However, the crucial update occurs at registration. When studios register routines with 20 or more dancers, they will now have a clear choice: classify the routine as either a “Line” or a “Production.” This selection will be presented within the existing framework of competitive classes and age divisions, ensuring a seamless registration process while offering greater precision in categorization.

This distinction acknowledges the nuanced differences between Lines, often characterized by precision and uniformity, and Productions, which frequently embrace narrative, theatrical elements, and diverse dance genres. By separating these categories, In10sity Dance aims to provide more focused and relevant adjudication, ensuring that each style is evaluated within its appropriate context.

Furthermore, we are streamlining the registration process for Productions by removing the requirement to specify the “category” of production routines. Productions, by their very nature, often blend multiple dance genres to create a cohesive and impactful performance. Eliminating this category specification allows studios greater creative freedom and simplifies the registration process.

To further celebrate the artistry of Production routines, In10sity Dance is thrilled to introduce “Best Of Production” awards for the 2025 season. Recognizing that Productions were previously ineligible for “Best Of Category” awards due to their multi-genre nature, these new awards specifically honor the highest-scoring Production routines. These prestigious accolades will be presented across four divisions: Premier 11 & under, Elite 11 & under, Premier 12 & over, and Elite 12 & over. This ensures Productions receive the dedicated recognition they deserve within the In10sity Dance competitive framework.

Welcoming Ballroom to the In10sity Dance Family

In line with our commitment to industry evolution and comprehensive representation of dance disciplines, In10sity Dance is delighted to announce the addition of Ballroom as an official category for the 2025 season! This long-awaited inclusion directly reflects feedback from our dance community and broadens the spectrum of dance styles celebrated at In10sity Dance competitions.

Ballroom routines at In10sity Dance will be defined by choreography rooted in classic ballroom techniques. To maintain authenticity and tradition, dancers participating in the Ballroom category must wear ballroom shoes, adhering to the established norms of this elegant dance form. We are excited to welcome the grace, precision, and artistry of Ballroom dance to the In10sity Dance stage, providing a platform for ballroom dancers to showcase their talent and passion.

In10se Platinum: Excellence Now Accessible Across All Competitive Classes

In10sity Dance’s highest level of distinction, the coveted In10se Platinum award, is becoming even more attainable. Previously, In10se Platinum was exclusively reserved for routines within the Elite Class of competition. However, recognizing the exceptional talent present across all competitive levels, In10sity Dance has made a significant adjustment for 2025.

Based on careful consideration and valuable studio feedback, In10se Platinum will now be attainable across all competitive classes – Debut, Premier, and Elite. This expansion will be implemented on a sliding scale, ensuring that the award remains a symbol of exceptional achievement while acknowledging outstanding performances at every level of competition. This change underscores In10sity Dance’s belief in recognizing and celebrating excellence wherever it shines, inspiring dancers of all levels to strive for their personal best.

Important Reminders for a Smooth Competition Experience

While we are excited to announce these positive changes, we also want to reiterate some important guidelines that ensure a respectful and enjoyable environment for all participants at In10sity Dance events.

Camera Policy

To protect both dancers and choreographers’ intellectual property, and to maintain a distraction-free performance environment, In10sity Dance strictly prohibits the use of cameras, camcorders, or any other recording devices within the performance arena or dressing areas. This policy is in effect unless explicitly stated otherwise by the show director for specific, authorized purposes. We appreciate your cooperation in upholding this rule. Repeat violations of this policy will unfortunately result in being asked to leave the competition venue. We offer professional media packages to capture your performances, ensuring high-quality memories without disrupting the event.

Spotlight on Signature In10sity Dance Programs

In10sity Dance is proud to offer a range of unique programs that enhance the competition experience and provide dancers with additional opportunities for growth and recognition.

Con10der Title Program: Elevating Solo Performance and Improv Skills

Launched in 2018, the Con10der Title Program at In10sity Dance offers dancers a prestigious opportunity to compete for individual recognition. At each Regional and Nat10nal event, dancers can vie for one of four Con10der titles: Mini, Junior, Teen, and Senior.

Con10der participants each perform a solo in their chosen category and participate in an exclusive Con10der improv competition tailored to their age division. In10sity Dance judges evaluate dancers holistically, considering both their solo performance and their improv skills to select the Con10der title winners.

Because Con10ders participate in their dedicated improv competition, they are not eligible to compete in the general In10se Improv competition within their age division. To participate in the Con10der program, dancers must be registered as Con10ders in the final competition program. Registration for the Con10der program must be completed before the final schedule release. Dancers not registered for Con10der prior to the final schedule release are ineligible to compete for the title.

Excitingly, continuing in 2025 at Regional events, Con10ders will be eligible for placement in their respective age division’s solo overalls. Each Regional Con10der winner will also be awarded a $100 cash prize and a $100 scholarship applicable to the following Regional season, offering tangible support for their continued dance journey. Participation in the Regional Con10der title program is a prerequisite for competing in the Con10der title program at Nat10nal events, creating a progressive pathway for dancers seeking title recognition. Dancers may enter only one solo into the Con10der title program but can enter additional solos in their regular age division categories. Please note that only soloists competing in the Elite class are eligible for the Con10der program, reflecting the advanced skill level expected for title contenders. Petite age division soloists, competing in the Debut class, are not eligible for the Con10der program due to age and competitive class considerations.

At Nat10nal events, beginning in 2024, Con10ders benefit from their own divisional overalls, announced following the Interview and Improv Honorees. In10sity Dance announces placements, highlighting the top performers. The top 3 or 5 Con10ders (depending on division size) are recognized in a special way – announced in no particular order and invited to re-perform their solos for the judges, further showcasing their talent. Dancers who achieve the distinction of being both an Interview and Improv Honoree, but also rank high in their Con10der divisional overall, are celebrated as “Dual Winners” and also earn the opportunity to re-perform their solo, adding to the prestige of the Con10der program at Nationals.

Continuing into 2025, Nat10nal Con10der winners receive significant awards: a $500 cash prize and an All Access Pass. This All Access Pass is a full scholarship, redeemable for participation in any In10sity Dance event(s) for an entire calendar year, a remarkable opportunity for continued training and competition. For graduating Senior Con10ders, recognizing their transition to the next phase of their dance journey, the All Access Pass is exchanged for a $1,000 cash award, providing direct financial support as they pursue future endeavors. Nat10nal Con10ders are also bestowed with the honor of performing their solos as featured performers in the grand GRP Finale on the final day of the competition, a memorable highlight of their achievement.

In10se Dancers: Perform in the National Finale Opening Number

The In10se Dancers program offers a unique and exhilarating opportunity to perform on the national stage. Selected dancers are invited to perform in the opening number of the GRP Finale at Nat10nals, a spectacular showcase event. In10se Dancers have the incredible experience of performing alongside talented peers from across North America in a professionally choreographed routine created by a top industry professional.

Judges at each Regional event select outstanding soloists from the Elite and Premier competitive classes within the Junior, Teen, and Senior age divisions to become In10se Dancers. Studios with dancers in both Elite and Premier classes will have In10se Dancers chosen from the Elite class.

For studios attending Nat10nals that do not have solo performers, In10sity Dance provides an alternative pathway to participate. These studios may nominate two performers each in the Junior, Teen, and Senior age divisions to participate as In10se Dancers at Nat10nals, ensuring broad representation and opportunity. Additionally, dancers who wish to participate in the opening number but were not initially awarded an In10se Dancer certificate can audition on the first day of the Nat10nal event, providing a final chance to join this prestigious group. Detailed information about the audition process is available in the Nat10nals section of the In10sity Dance website.

The In10se Dancers program is more than just a performance opportunity. It’s a valuable learning experience, fostering new friendships and creating lasting memories. The choreography is challenging and inspiring, and the collaborative environment is incredibly rewarding.

Registration instructions for this FREE program are included on the In10se Dancer certificate awarded at Regional events. For any questions, please contact [email protected].

In10se Improv: Showcase Spontaneity and Creativity

In10sity Dance welcomes all registered dancers to participate in the In10se Improv competition at Regional or Nat10nal events. This exciting competition is divided by age division (Mini, Junior, Teen, & Senior) and takes place just before the awards ceremonies, adding to the anticipation and excitement of the event. As previously mentioned, Con10der participants have their own separate improv competition and are therefore not eligible for In10se Improv. Dancers in the Petite age division will participate in the Mini In10se Improv, ensuring age-appropriate competition.

Participants check in backstage with the Backstage Manager immediately before their age division’s In10se Improv competition to receive an improv number, streamlining the process and ensuring smooth organization. All participants are brought onstage to hear a brief excerpt of the music selected for the improv round, creating a shared starting point. Preliminary rounds involve dancers performing in small groups of 3 to 10. Successful dancers may advance through quarterfinal, semi-final, and final rounds, creating a dynamic and engaging competition structure. Based on performance in the final round, the top three dancers are ranked. The 1st and 2nd runners-up each receive a $50 scholarship, and the champion is awarded a $100 scholarship, all redeemable towards the following regional season, incentivizing participation and rewarding improv excellence. Please note that participation fees for In10se Improv are non-refundable, reinforcing commitment to the program. No refunds will be issued for any reason after sign-up.

In10sity Honors: Celebrating Excellence in Specific Disciplines

At every Regional event, In10sity Dance recognizes outstanding routines with In10sity Honors awards, selected by our panel of expert adjudicators during the awards ceremonies. These awards highlight specific aspects of exceptional performance and artistry:

Technical Excellence Award: Recognizes a routine demonstrating exceptional technical skill and ability, flawlessly executed by the performer(s).
Perfect Precision Award: Honors a routine performed with meticulous attention to detail and superb execution, showcasing synchronicity and accuracy.
Exceptional Entertainment Award: Celebrates a routine that delivers an especially compelling and entertaining performance, captivating the audience and judges.
Couture Costuming Award: Acknowledges a routine with costuming that perfectly complements the music and theme of the piece and enhances the performers’ presentation.
Cutting Edge Choreography Award: Reserved for the routine that artistically resonates most profoundly with our panel of adjudicators, representing innovation and creative vision in choreography.

Beauty With In10tion: Photogenic Competition Supporting Scholarships

In10sity Dance invites dancers to participate in our photogenic competition, “Beauty With In10tion,” a fun and engaging way to contribute to a worthy cause. All proceeds from Beauty With In10tion submissions directly support our scholarship program, “Living With In10tion.” This scholarship program provides valuable financial assistance to graduating seniors at our Nat10nal event as they pursue higher education and future endeavors.

To enter Beauty With In10tion, participants submit a digital photo along with a $25 submission fee at the merchandise table during the event. Participants complete a simple Google Form with basic information (studio, dancer’s name, competitive age) and upload their digital photo(s). Dancers can submit multiple photos for consideration, with each photo requiring a separate submission fee, increasing their chances and contribution. Submissions are accepted up until the award ceremony where the winner is announced, providing ample opportunity to participate. Winners for each age division (Mini, Junior, Teen, & Senior) are announced during their respective group award ceremonies, recognizing photogenic talent across age groups. Petite age division dancers are included in the Mini division for Beauty With In10tion, ensuring all dancers have the opportunity to participate.

Best Of Category Awards: Recognizing Top Routines in Each Genre

“Best Of Category” awards are presented at each Regional event, celebrating excellence within specific dance genres. In both the Premier and Elite competitive classes, In10sity Dance recognizes the top overall non-solo routine in each age division and category that has a minimum of 5 entries. This ensures meaningful competition and recognition within each genre.

Best Of Production Awards: Celebrating Large Ensemble Artistry

As previously introduced for 2025, “Best Of Production” awards will be presented to acknowledge the highest-scoring Production routines. These awards are specifically designed to celebrate the unique artistry and scale of Production routines, broken down into the following criteria: Premier 11 & under, Elite 11 & under, Premier 12 & over, and Elite 12 & over.

Studio of Xcellence Award: Honoring Overall Studio Achievement

The “Studio of Xcellence” award is a prestigious accolade presented at both Regional and Nat10nal events, recognizing overall studio excellence and achievement across multiple routines and age divisions. Since 2023, In10sity Dance has presented both an Elite and a Premier Studio of Xcellence award, ensuring recognition for studios competing at different levels. Studios are eligible to win only one Studio of Xcellence award per competition, maintaining exclusivity and prestige. If a studio qualifies for both the Elite and Premier Studio of Xcellence awards, they will be awarded the one for which they have a higher cumulative score. The other award will then be given to the eligible studio with the second-highest cumulative total, ensuring fair distribution of recognition.

To qualify for the Elite Studio of Xcellence, a studio must have at least one Elite non-solo routine in each age division (Mini, Junior, Teen, & Senior), demonstrating breadth and depth of talent across the studio. The studio’s highest-scoring non-solo routine in each age division is tallied together. The studio with the highest cumulative total out of a possible 1,200 points is recognized as the Elite Studio of Xcellence, representing exceptional overall performance at the Elite level.

Similarly, qualification for the Premier Studio of Xcellence requires at least one Premier non-solo routine in each age division (Mini, Junior, Teen, & Senior). The studio’s highest-scoring non-solo routine in each age division are combined. The studio achieving the highest cumulative total out of a possible 1,180 points is awarded Premier Studio of Xcellence, recognizing outstanding studio achievement at the Premier level.

All Elite and Premier Studio of Xcellence winners receive an incredible reward: a trip for two with the In10sity Dance staff in the fall following each season. All communication regarding this exclusive trip is handled directly between the In10sity Office and the winning studio, ensuring seamless coordination.

The In10sity Challenge: Studio-Wide Performance Recognition and Cash Awards

The In10sity Challenge takes place at each Regional and Nat10nal event, promoting studio-wide excellence and offering significant cash awards. Studio eligibility requires competing at least five non-solo routines, encouraging broad studio participation. For each eligible studio, In10sity Dance calculates the average score of their top five highest-scoring non-solo routines. These studio averages are then compared across all participating and eligible studios. The top five studios with the highest average scores are awarded cash prizes at the conclusion of the event, incentivizing consistent high performance across a studio’s entries. Detailed cash award amounts are provided in the “Cash Awards” section below.

Essential Competition Guidelines: Age Divisions, Size Divisions, Categories, and Classes

To ensure fair and organized competition, In10sity Dance has clear guidelines for age divisions, size divisions, categories, and competitive classes. Understanding these guidelines is crucial for accurate registration and a positive competition experience.

Age Divisions: Categorizing Dancers by Age

In10sity Dance offers six age divisions to ensure dancers compete against peers of similar age and developmental stage:

Petite (6 years of age and younger)
Mini (7-8 years of age)
Junior (9-11 years of age)
Teen (12-14 years of age)
Senior (15-19 years of age)
Adult (20 years of age & older)

For routines with multiple dancers, the age division is determined by calculating the average age of the dancers as of January 1st of the competition year. If the average age is not a whole number, In10sity Dance drops the decimal and rounds down to the nearest whole number, ensuring a consistent and clear calculation method. The age division for soloists is also determined by the dancer’s age as of January 1st of the competition year.

All routines in the Petite age division (6 and under) will automatically compete in the Debut class, reflecting the developmental stage of these young dancers. The Mini age division (7-8 years of age) includes all competitive classes: Debut, Premier, and Elite, offering varied levels of competition within this age group. Since 2021, routines are not permitted to “bump up” to an older age division, maintaining the integrity of age-based divisions.

Size Divisions and Time Guidelines: Routine Grouping and Performance Duration

Routines are categorized into size divisions based on the number of dancers:

Solo (1 dancer)
Duet & Trio (2 or 3 dancers)
Small Group (4 to 9 dancers)
Large Group (10 to 19 dancers)
Line (20 or more dancers)
Production (20 or more dancers)

As highlighted earlier, for 2025, Lines and Productions are distinct categories, each with its own divisional overalls, providing more specific recognition for large ensemble performances. At registration, studios now choose whether a routine with 20+ dancers is classified as a “Line” or “Production.”

Regarding time limits, In10sity Dance adopts a unique and artistic approach. We believe in respecting dance as an art form and avoid imposing strict time limits that could stifle creativity. Instead of enforcing time restrictions, we offer suggested time guidelines:

Solos: 3 minutes
Duets & Trios: 3 minutes
Small Groups: 3 minutes
Large Groups & Lines: 4 minutes
Productions: 7 minutes

In10sity Dance does not officially time each performance or penalize routines exceeding these suggestions. We trust choreographers to use their artistic judgment in creating pieces that effectively convey their vision within a reasonable timeframe, understanding the importance of impactful performance length.

Categories: Dance Genres for Routine Classification

All routines, except for Productions, are registered and compete within specific categories based on dance genre. Productions, as multi-genre performances, do not require a category selection. The available categories are:

Acro: Combines gymnastics/acrobatics (at least 50% of the routine) with dance choreography.
Ballet: Utilizes classical or contemporary ballet techniques; ballet shoes required.
Ballroom: Employs classic ballroom techniques; ballroom shoes required.
Character: Performers portray a character; any dance form may be incorporated.
Contemporary: Utilizes contemporary dance techniques and movement.
Clogging: Consists of clogging choreography and technique; no clogging sounds in music; clogging shoes required.
Folk/Ethnic: Employs ethnic styles and techniques (Asian, Hawaiian, African, Latin, Middle Eastern, Indian, etc.).
Hip Hop: Utilizes hip hop, street, and/or jazz funk techniques and movement.
Jazz: Utilizes jazz technique and movement.
Lyrical: Employs lyrical technique and maintains the theme of the musical selection.
Modern: Utilizes modern movement derived from Graham, Horton, or similar styles.
Musical Theatre: Theatrical in nature; choreographed to music from Broadway or Cinematic Musicals.
Open: Combines genres or does not fit into other recognized categories.
Pointe: Utilizes traditional or contemporary pointe technique and movement; pointe shoes required.
Pom/Drill: Employs poms and dance team/drill technique and precision.
Tap: Utilizes traditional, contemporary, or hoofing techniques, steps, and/or rhythm patterns; tap shoes required.

Competitive Classes: Skill-Based Competition Levels

In10sity Dance classifies all dancers into Debut, Premier, or Elite competitive classes. In10sity Dance does not have a formal qualification process for these classes; studio placement is based on studio directors’ professional judgment of their dancers’ skill level and competitive experience.

Debut: Suggested for dancers with minimal competitive experience, possibly in their first year of competition.
Premier: Suggested for dancers with more experience than Debut dancers, but potentially training at a more recreational level.
Elite: Reserved for dancers highly active in competition and engaged in comprehensive, intensive training regimens.

In the Petite age division (6 and under), all routines are classified as Debut class only, aligning with developmental stages. Soloists must compete in the same competitive class at all In10sity Dance events within a season to maintain consistency.

For non-solo routines with dancers from varying competitive classes, the routine defaults to the class of the majority of dancers. In case of an equal number of dancers from two classes, the routine defaults to the higher class. Studios can “bump up” a non-solo routine to a higher competitive class if desired, but routines cannot be bumped down to a lower class. Competitive class changes are not permitted after the final schedule release, typically one week before the competition.

The purpose of competitive classes is to ensure dancers compete against peers of comparable ability, training, and experience, fostering a fair and encouraging competitive environment at In10sity Dance events. Questions or concerns about competitive classes are always welcomed by In10sity Dance to continuously improve the competition experience for all participants.

Adjudication and Scoring: Fair and Comprehensive Evaluation

All routines at In10sity Dance are adjudicated based on a comprehensive set of criteria, ensuring fair and detailed evaluation:

Technique (35%): Evaluates dancers’ technical proficiency, skill execution, and foundational dance training.
Showmanship (25%): Assesses performance quality, stage presence, dancer engagement, and audience connection.
Precision/Execution (15%): Focuses on the accuracy, synchronicity, and clean execution of choreography.
Choreography (15%): Evaluates the creativity, originality, complexity, and effectiveness of the routine’s choreography.
Overall Performance (10%): Provides a holistic assessment of the routine’s impact, artistry, and overall impression.

Cumulative scoring breakdowns for each competitive class determine levels of distinction:

Elite:

IN10SE PLATINUM: 285-300
PLATINUM: 270-284.9
HIGH GOLD: 260-269.9
GOLD: 255-259.9
SILVER: 0-254.9

Premier:

IN10SE PLATINUM: 279-294
PLATINUM: 264-278.9
HIGH GOLD: 255-263.9
GOLD: 250-254.9
SILVER: 0-249.9

Debut:

IN10SE PLATINUM: 276-291
PLATINUM: 259-275.9
HIGH GOLD: 250-258.9
GOLD: 245-249.9
SILVER: 0-244.9

Top-scoring routines are recognized within each division (age and size) and competitive class, celebrating achievement across various categories. In divisions and classes with ten or more routines, In10sity Dance recognizes the top ten highest-scoring routines. For 5-9 routines, the top five are acknowledged; for 3-4 routines, the top three; and for 1-2 routines, the top-scoring routine is recognized. In divisions and classes with 70 or more routines (or 70+ soloists for solo overalls), the top twenty highest-scoring routines are recognized, reflecting larger competitive fields.

Tie-breaking procedures prioritize score categories in the following order: technique, showmanship, precision/execution, choreography, and finally overall performance, ensuring a detailed and fair resolution of ties. Soloists can only place once within their age division overalls, with their highest-scoring solo considered for overall placement.

Practical Competition Information: Scheduling, Registration, Fees, and More

To ensure a smooth and well-prepared competition experience, In10sity Dance provides clear information regarding scheduling, registration, fees, and other essential logistical details.

Scheduling: Tentative and Final Schedules

In10sity Dance releases a tentative schedule 7 days prior to each competition, allowing studios time to prepare and plan. Full payment of competition fees is required before a studio receives the tentative schedule, ensuring financial preparedness. An email accompanies the tentative schedule, outlining studio expectations and deadlines for schedule modification requests. Schedule changes after the deadline are at In10sity Dance’s discretion and typically considered only for unforeseen events or dancer injuries, maintaining schedule stability.

Performance schedules with approximate times are provided exclusively to studio administrators for internal distribution to dancers and families. In10sity Dance does not publicly post schedules, emphasizing direct studio communication. Studios should be prepared to compete 90 minutes prior to their scheduled performance time to accommodate potential schedule adjustments and ensure smooth transitions. Routines performing out of order will compete for adjudication only and will be ineligible for divisional overall awards, reinforcing the importance of adhering to the schedule. In10sity Dance aims to run each event on time, or even early, and reserves the right to adjust schedules to achieve this goal. In10sity Dance also reserves the right to modify competition dates if necessary to optimize the overall competition schedule for a specific city, ensuring efficient event management.

Registration: Online and Studio-Based

In10sity Dance simplifies the registration process with online registration through customized studio log-in pages on our website. Studio administrators first create a roster of participating dancers, including essential details (name, birthdate, gender, competitive class). This roster is saved annually, simplifying future registrations and updating dancer ages automatically each season. Once the roster is established, administrators select the desired competition city and enter routines, specifying routine name and category. The registration system automatically calculates age and size divisions and competitive classes, reducing manual calculations and potential errors. Individual invoices are generated for each dancer, streamlining payment management. Independent entries are not accepted; all dancers must register through a studio administrator and a studio online account, ensuring organized studio-based registration.

Registration Fees: Payment Deadlines and Methods

Payment for registration fees is due 30 days prior to the start of each event, ensuring timely financial processing. Entry fees are non-refundable for any reason, so please plan accordingly. Accepted payment methods are cash, check, or money order. Returned checks incur a $25.00 fee. Credit and debit cards are accepted, but a 5% discount is offered for balances paid via cash, check, or bank-issued cashier’s check, incentivizing traditional payment methods. Studio registration is not finalized until the balance is paid in full, emphasizing the importance of timely payment. For payments made less than 30 days before the competition, only cash, bank-issued cashier’s check, money order, or credit card payments are accepted, ensuring immediate and verifiable payment.

In alignment with our commitment to inclusivity, In10sity Dance proudly partners with studios to provide performance opportunities for special needs dancers. We enthusiastically offer all special needs dancers a 50% scholarship on their entry fees at all In10sity Dance produced events, making dance competition more accessible and inclusive.

Media Fee: Digital Photo and Video Package

All dancers are charged a one-time media fee at each In10sity Dance competition, providing access to comprehensive digital media from the event. In exchange for this fee, dancers receive all their photos and videos from the entire competition via digital download, offering a convenient and complete media package. Family discounts on media fees are available upon request; please contact the In10sity Dance office for details. Individual photos and videos are not available for purchase at In10sity Dance events, simplifying media access through the inclusive media fee.

Props: Guidelines for Safe and Responsible Prop Usage

In10sity Dance welcomes the use of props to enhance performances. However, studios are solely responsible for prop transportation, setup, and teardown, ensuring logistical self-sufficiency. For dancer safety, maximum prop height is 10 feet (freestanding or hand-held), and dancers cannot stand higher than 6 feet from the stage floor when using props, prioritizing safety regulations. Hazardous materials, pyrotechnics, and weaponry are strictly prohibited, maintaining a safe and family-friendly environment. Paint or substances that leave residue or damage the stage are also prohibited, protecting the stage surface. In10sity Dance is not responsible for damage to unattended props, and any props left after the show will be disposed of, emphasizing responsible prop management.

Music: Appropriate Content and Submission Procedures

All music used at In10sity Dance events must be age-appropriate and free of profanity or vulgar language, upholding our family-friendly atmosphere. Rule violations may result in score deductions or disqualification, reinforcing music content standards. Music must be submitted as audio files uploaded through the studio account at least one week prior to the event, ensuring timely music preparation. Studios are strongly encouraged to bring backup music in case of technical issues with uploads, ensuring performance readiness. In10sity Dance does not adjust music speed or make cuts, maintaining the integrity of submitted music.

General Information: Key Competition Policies

No human props: Anyone on stage must be a registered performer for that routine, maintaining fair participation rules.
Routine performance count: Routines compete based on the number of dancers on stage during the performance, ensuring accurate size division classification.
No backstage/audience coaching: Coaching during performances from backstage or the audience is prohibited, maintaining a fair and unbiased adjudication environment.
No refunds: Entry fees are non-refundable; credit towards future In10sity Dance events is issued for illness or injury with appropriate documentation.
Cash awards payable to studios: All cash awards are made payable to the studio where the winning routine is registered, streamlining award distribution.
Award collection at event: Awards must be collected during award ceremonies or from the Awards Coordinator by the competition’s conclusion; uncollected awards cannot be shipped after the event, emphasizing on-site award collection.
Re-performances for adjudication only (except for In10sity Dance technical issues): Re-performances are for adjudication and critique only and are ineligible for overall placements, except when caused by In10sity Dance technical difficulties, ensuring fair competition integrity. Dancers leaving stage and not re-performing are scored based on their initial performance and remain eligible for all awards.

Cash Awards: Recognizing Top Performers Financially

In10sity Dance provides cash awards across various categories, recognizing outstanding achievement and providing financial support to studios and dancers.

Top Soloist Cash Awards: The top-scoring soloist in each age division within the Elite class receives $100. Top Premier soloists receive $75, and top Debut soloists receive $50. Cash awards for top soloists are given only in age divisions and competitive classes with at least three unique soloists, ensuring meaningful competition for these awards.
Con10der Title Winner Cash Awards: Each Con10der Title winner (Mini, Junior, Teen, & Senior) receives a $100 cash award, recognizing their achievement in the prestigious title program.
In10se Award Cash Awards: The highest-scoring non-solo Mini, Junior, Teen, & Senior routine in the Premier and Elite competitive classes receives a $250 cash award, celebrating outstanding group performances.
The In10sity Challenge Cash Awards: The In10sity Challenge awards cash prizes to the top five studios with the highest average scores based on their top five non-solo routines. Award denominations are:
- 5th Highest Studio Average: $100
- 4th Highest Studio Average: $250
- 3rd Highest Studio Average: $500
- 2nd Highest Studio Average: $750
- Highest Studio Average: $1,000

In10sity Dance is dedicated to providing a premier dance competition experience, and we are confident these updates and guidelines for 2025 will further enhance the positive and enriching environment for all participants within the in10sity dance community. We look forward to seeing you on stage!