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COMPETITION

DIVISIONS

AGE GROUPS

  • All ages for Workshop & Competition are set as of January 1, 2026. The average age is taken and the decimal point will be dropped.

  • A routine may only complete one age group down from the oldest dancer. For example, a routine with an average age of 11 by a 16 year old dancer will compete in the Teen category.

  • Full names, ages, and DOB's of all dancers within a routine must appear on your registration. 

  • Group routines are permitted to move up 1 age group by studio discretion. 

  • In the unlikely case age verification is needed, dancer's birth certificates must be made available to participate in the competition. 

CATEGORIES & RATES

  • Each routine is allowed a 5 second grace period beyond the time limit. Routines that exceed this grace period may be subject to automatic deductions. 

  • If needed, extended time may be purchased at $5/p for each 30 seconds. This must be purchased through your registration portal prior to the event. 

PERFORMANCE DIVISIONS

If judges determine a routine has been placed in the wrong style, they may elect to move it to the appropriate style. Notice will be given. 

DEPOSITS

To ensure a smooth planning process and maintain the quality of our events, you will be asked to provide the number of routines you are planning to compete. For each routine, we have implemented a $20 deposit per routine. This deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable and helps us manage capacity, as many of our events are expected to sell out before the registration deadline.

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To offer flexibility while still allowing for accurate planning...

  • Studios may adjust their number of routines within a 20% cushion of the original amount provided. Any deposits within this 20% cushion can be applied to your total event balance.

  • Any deposits more than 20% of their initial routine count will be forfeited and non-credited or refunded. 

  • Deposits may only be applied to the remaining balance of that same event. 

  • Any routines removed after the 30 day deadline are not eligible for deposits to be applied to their total balance. 

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This deposit system supports our ability to provide a high-quality, professional event, and helps prevent last minute changes that can disrupt the schedule and studio experience. 

ENTRY LIMITS

Less than 40 dancers- 40 routines (max 15 solos)

40-59 Dancers- 50 routines (max 20 solos)

60-79 Dancers- 60 routines (max 25 solos)

80+ Dancers- 70 routines (max 30 solos)

As this is our inaugural season, our focus is on creating a welcoming experience and accommodating as many dancers as possible! In future seasons, entry limits may vary per event. The limits provided for 2026 serve as a general framework while we grow and learn alongside the incredible dance community!

 

Please note that routine limits are subject to change based on remaining availability and may be adjusted as we get closer to each event. If you have any questions, please contact us at registration@savageidxtour.com.

SOLO REGULATIONS

  • A dancer may only compete ONE solo per event. 

  • Soloists do not need to be registered in a group routine. 

  • Independent dancers are not eligible to compete. Dancers must be taking weekly classes w/ their studio. We want to prioritize the importance of consistent studio training! 

  • In the rare event a dancer is able to compete two solos, only the higher scoring solo is eligible for overall placements.

Savage IDX makes every effort to allow as many competition entries as possible.

Please email registration@savageidxtour.com with any specific concerns or requests. 

SCHEDULING

  • Friday competition may start as early as 8:00 AM. Savage IDX will always start with solos and/or duo/trios.

  • If group competition is scheduled for Friday, studios will be notified at least 2 weeks prior to the event. 

  • If a solo or duo/trio is scheduled to perform prior to 3:30PM on Friday, and a dancer elects not to perform, a full refund will be given for that routine. Notice must be given, in writing by the studio, prior to the start of competition to be eligible. 

  • Please see our "Sample Schedule" page for detailed information. 

  • Once the final schedule is sent out, the performance order is final. With limited exceptions, routines will perform in their scheduled order. Delaying or holding a routine may result in a deduction or disqualification. 

PROPS

GUIDELINES

  • Props must be taken on/off stage within 1 minute. Routines that exceed this time block may result in a 1 point deduction. 

  • It is the studios responsibility to take on/off props. 

  • All props must be kept in the designated prop area and labeled. Savage IDX does not hold any responsibility for missing or broken props. 

  • Props must be able to be carried in and out of the venue through standard double doors. If you have any concerns or questions regarding your prop dimensions, please reach out to us for exact venue capacities. 

  • Any handling of props on or off stage once the routine begins must be executed by the registered dancers on stage. Teachers, assistants, parents, etc... are prohibited to control any aspects (lights, movements, etc...) of a prop while a routine is performing. 

RESTRICTIONS

  • The following props are prohibited...

    • Weapons of any kind​

    • Fire

    • Wet Paint

    • Fog machines

    • Human/animal/live props

    • Glitter, sand, or any loose material substance

  • Some exceptions may apply (large confetti, flower petals, etc...) Notice and approval must be given by Savage IDX prior to the competition. Please email registration@savageidxtour.com. 

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MUSIC

All music must be uploaded through the registration portal at least 7 days prior to the event. To upload music, please go to the media manager tab and select each routine. Music can also be previewed to ensure proper upload.

 

Back-up resources should always be available on site at the competition on a USB Flash Drive, iPod, iPads or laptops should an issue arise. Failure to upload your music will result in a 1 point deduction per routine, in the showmanship category.

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POLICIES

  • All competing dancers must be registered for the full Workshop. No one-day Workshop participants may compete. 

  • All routines, music, and costumes must be age appropriate.  If all 4 judges mark a routine as inappropriate, Savage IDX reserves the right to disqualify the routine. 

  • Registered teachers are not eligible to compete. 

  • Dancers are not permitted to enter, exit, or jump on/off from the front of the stage.

  • Videography is strictly prohibited during competition. Our priority is the dancers safety and privacy, and protecting the work of choreographers. 

  • Admission for viewers is free for the competition portion of the event. A livestream will also be made available for free with a private access code. 

  • Registration is accepted on a first come, first serve basis.

  • Payment must be through our online registration portal or mailed by check. No wire transfers, cash, or money orders will be accepted.

  • If payment is not received 30 days prior to the event, Savage IDX reserves the right to remove your registration. 

  • Decisions made by the judges are final. 

  • Coaching from the audience or wings is not prohibited. 

  • Studios may impose additional registration/admin fees to cover the costs of registering and attending these events. 

  • Competition entries (including deposits) are non-refundable.

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