Dance compositions bearing the folklore nature of various nationalities and all theatrical dances of the peoples standing on the academic principles and requirements of the ballet and dance performance: Hungarian, Russian-Gypsy, Polish, Spanish, modern interpretations of Bulgarian folklore, Eastern folklore, Greek dances, Moroccan dances, etc.. Costumes, music and dance movements in the choreography should match the nature of the nationality.

The following is allowed:
The use of props appropriate to the nature of the nationality;

The following is not allowed:
the use of fire installations, sharp, fragile and other life endangering props on stage; Performance CANNOT use the same costume for two different dances.

Acrobatic moves 
are allowed, but only if they are key to the characteristics of the national dance. A technical execution of acrobatic elements that is not up-to-standard will result in reduced points.

Supports no allowed 
for children in the age category of 11 years. “Support” means implementing a figure in which the dancer is raised by another and his/her legs are in the air.

Supports are only allowed 
if it is an essential characteristics of the national dance (no children under age 11 years is allowed to do supports). A technical execution of acrobatic elements that is not up-to-standard will result in reduced points. Note: BELLY DANCE and Latin shows are not allowed. 
The duration of the dance is recommended!
• Solo – from 1:45 to 2:15 min.
• Duet / couple – from 1:45 to 2:15 min.
• Small group – from 2:30 to 3:00 min.• Formation – from 2:30 to 4:00 min.

The time duration of the “formation” category for the age categories 8 /9 to 11 years is 2:30 to 3:00 min.

Measurement of time:
From the initial position or entry of the performers on stage to the last position and exit.

Referee evaluation systems:
Cross system, 3D system. All finals are in Skating system.

Characteristics and Movements:
All national dances are included: Hungarian, Russian-Gypsy, Polish, Spanish, interpretations of Bulgarian folklore, Eastern folklore, Greek dances, Moroccan dances, etc. Costumes, music and dance movements in the choreography should be appropriate to the nature of the image depicted by the performance. The use of props is allowed. All props are allowed under the condition that they can be imported and exported by the performer in one entrance on stage.
Note: LATIN and BELLY DANCE SHOWs are not allowed.
The Ethno show allows the use of supports (excluding the infant age group) (“support” means implementing a figure in which the dancer is raised by another and his/her legs are in the air) acrobatics and other theatrical effects.The use of fire installations, sharp, fragile and other life-threatening props as well as dance-area-polluting objects are not allowed on stage! The same costume could not be used for two different dances. Supports are prohibited in the age category of children up to 11 years.An ETHNO show must always have direction, storyline and subtle concept for the public’s amusement.

The duration of the dance is recommended!

• Solo – from 1:45 to 2:15 min.• Duet / couple – from 1:45 to 2:15 min.

• Small groups – from 2:30 to 3:00 min.
• Formations – from 2:30 to 4:00 min.
The time duration of the “formation” category for the age categories 8 /9 to 11 years is a minimum of 2:30 up to a maximum of 3:00 min.

Referee evaluation systems:
Cross system, 4D system.

Characteristics and movements:

When we talk about Latin music in dance styles such as rumba and samba, we do NOT expect Latin American sport dance styles and movements. We expect to see authentic rumba, authentic samba, carnival samba, etc. One of the many original dance styles is required, NOT the 5 IDSF Latin-American dances. The performances are in Latin style and they are danced on any Latin music chosen by the contestants. Options include: salsa, bachata, merengue, son or other Latin-inspired music. Costumes can be Carnival, African , futuristic , street , Caribbean or any combination of these styles or other styles suitable for performing the dance/s. The presentation may be in any form or combination of two or more different styles, including theatrical motions. The performance and costumes should not resemble the ones used in IDSF competitions in Latin-American dances.

Evaluation:

Musicality, variety of dances and figures, originality, overall presentation and individual choreography are all elements contestants are evaluated on. It is very important to present the harmony between the idea, music, dance, choreography, costumes and props, because the overall image of the team performances in the Latin show is evaluated.

Acrobatic moves:

Permitted.

Lifts:

NOT permitted in the child category, but are allowed in other categories.

Stage props:

All stage props are allowed under the condition that the contestants can bring it/them with one entrance of the dancing area.

MALE/ FEMALE SOLO

Duration of the presentation:

A minimum of 1 minute & 45 seconds to a maximum of 2 minutes & 15 seconds; Number of dancers: 1

DUO / Couples Duration of the presentation:

A minimum of 1 minute & 45 seconds up to a maximum of 2 minutes & 15 secondsБрой танцьори: 2

SMALL GROUPS

Duration of the presentation:

A min. of 2 minutes & 30 seconds up to a max. of 3 minutes

Number of dancers:

3-7

FORMATIONS

Duration of the presentation:

a min. of 2 minutes & 30 seconds up to a max. of 4 minutes;

Number of dancers:

8-24

Referee evaluation systems:

Cross system, 4D system.

Characteristics and Movements:

The Acrobatic dance must include a lot of techniques, e.g.: acrobatics, balance, twisting of the body. Air hands-free figures, controlled movements and acrobatic elements, static elements, jumps, hand supports, turns, somersault. All of them must be connected with dance moves and dance combinations. Emphasis is on strength, elasticity, control and ease of implementation, no matter what technique is being used is key.

A dance based on aerobics or sport Rock and Roll is not allowed.

In regards to the safety, it is prohibited:

• To perform supports / lifts at height bigger than the dancer’s height, as well as various hand throws of the other dancer;

• To fall on knees, stomach or back from a jumping position;

• To begin an acrobatic number from a “flight” phase;

• To perform any acrobatic element for more than three times (only variations are permitted; for example: various forms of presentation of an element – for instance, one hand wheels, wheel with a transition to the ground, elbow wheel, etc.)

Lifts, pyramids, releases:

• Lifts are permitted in the age groups of youth and adults.

• The pyramids are permitted in the age groups “youth” and “adults”. The pyramid is an element of artistic, power and plastic acrobatics. It represents a group position in which the dancers, supporting one another, form a complex figure. During the performance the pyramid should stay fixed for a period of 3 to 5 seconds.

• In the age group of young, high pyramids without assistance are prohibited.

• In the age groups of children and young people various throws of one dancer from another are prohibited;

Clothing and decorative items:

The rules for the costumes are in the General Rules of IDO.

• In terms of safety, it is forbidden to wear decorative items like earrings, nose/tongue/belly button/face/skin piercings. Sunglasses, headphones and any decorations of transparent plastic, bracelets, necklaces and pins are prohibited. All decorations must be removed.

(Exceptions: decorations on dresses and temporary tattoos). All accessories, such as hair accessories must be securely fastened and, if possible, must be soft and flat. Long hair must be tied up and it should not conceal the face of the performer.

Stage props:

Stage props are authorized based on the Performing Arts rules and regulations.

Evaluation:

Musicality, variety of acrobatic elements, originality of composition, harmony between design, music, choreography and acrobatic elements and the performance itself are highly valued.

Characteristics:

This is a mixture of different dance styles and new creative choreographies inspired by MTV’s tradition. All techniques are allowed.

Music:

Each group selects the music it will dance to. All kinds of musical rhythms are eligible and dancers can compete in the MTV dance competitions.

Duration of the performance:

2:30 to 3:00 minutes for small groups / 3:00 to 4:00 minutes for formations

Tempo:

No restrictions

Characteristics and movements:

Canon and floor movements are allowed. The movements can emphasize the femininity and coquettishness of the female performers slightly – for example: Burlesque show. In MTV style (music videos) a number of well assessed acrobatics must be used. Stage props are allowed. Various compositions in the choreographies such as:  re-positioning, mismatching and other various dance figures are encouraged. All dance techniques are allowed.

Lifts / supports:

All are permitted (except in the children’s age categories).

Referee evaluation systems:

Cross system, 3D system.

Parades, performances and SPORT dances

If there is interest in this particular style we will send you the required information.

The categories of Modern and Contemporary Dance are: Solo male, solo female, duo, small group, formation. Age Divisions see in General Provisions of Performing Arts.
Modern dance is an artistic form with many styles that has undergone development over a relatively long period of time.
Modern dance is a more relaxed, free style of dance in which choreographer’s uses emotions and moods to design their own steps, in contrast to ballet’s structured code of steps. It has a deliberate use of gravity, whereas ballet strives to be light and airy
The development of modern dance was the logical consequence of the dancing styles that existed at the start of the 20th century, when the modern dancers of that period attempted to break free from established ballet forms, which they considered to be stiff, strict and restrictive and therefore they started searching for new trends and techniques to give dance a new direction.
This particular dance discipline concerns using modern dancing techniques that were created for the most part during the first half of the 20th century by renowned dance teachers and choreographers, /e.g. Martha Graham, Jos? Limon, Alvin Ailey, Merce Cunningham, Lester Horton and a host of others on the American continent, and Kurt Jooss, Mery Wigman, Hanya Holm and many others in Europe /
In view of the fact that all dance remains in a constant state of movement and development, this does not mean that we have to use only the aforementioned techniques in their original forms. On the contrary, it is also about using contemporary trends in modern dance techniques that either goes back to the foundations established by the aforementioned dance instructors or we can use totally new, experimental and original concepts for modern dance. Contemporary dance brings new informations about body and how the body works, offers new quality of movement, new shapes of body in area, brings new composition process and space for experiment.

Characteristics and Movement:

the entire routine must consist of modern dance techniques and current trends, and should correspond with age categories and the movement skills of the dancers.
Contemporary Ballet should not be confused with Modern dance, and may not compete in this discipline. Other contemporary styles such as Hip-Hop, Disco, Break Dance and Electric Boogie may be incorporated, but must never control / dominate Modern dance performances.
The main point of assessment for this discipline will be the level of the dance movements carried out, as well as the theme and story line. The story, the building of a plot, is possible, but not so much emphasized here as, for example, for Show dance. It is primarily about pictures, moods.
In Modern Dance, a story, theme, idea or concept may be used but must always be in good taste for children, junior and adult situations, but human situations, especially those dealing with intimate or personal relationships should acceptable to viewing by all ages.

Acrobatics and Lifts:

Acrobatic movements are allowed. Lifts are allowed in Junior and Adult age divisions and are prohibited in the Children age division.

Props and Backgrounds:

Stage props are allowed to the extent that the stage setting for the choreography does not overshadow the dance itself. Backgrounds are prohibited.

Clothing:

Aesthetic, tasteful and age division appropriate.

The categories of Jazz Dance are: Solo male, solo female, duo, small group, formation. Age Divisions see in General Provisions of Performing Arts.

Primitive:

This dance form stemmed from early African Folk Dances that were done by slaves brought to America from Africa, West Indies, Cuba, Panama and Haiti.

Early:

Originated via the music of the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. Dances included the Two-Step or Cakewalk, and later became the Grizzly Bear, Bunny Hug, Turkey Trot, and Texas Tommy. This evolved into the fast music and dances of the 1920’s, the One-Step, Lindy Hop, Charleston and Black Bottom.

Musical Comedy / Theatre Jazz:

These forms of Jazz became very popular via movies / theatre during the 1930s and 1940s. Many dance forms were incorporated in Musical Comedy Jazz. Ballet with “On Your Toes”, and Modern Dance in “Oklahoma” and “Brigadoon”. During the 1950s and 1960s, dance became an integral part of telling the story in Musical Theatre, as illustrated in musicals such as “Flower Drum Song”, “Destry Rides Again”, “West Side Story” and “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers”. In 1978, the musical “Dancing” showed that the songs and books were secondary to the dancing; in fact, they are almost non-existent.

Contemporary:

Primarily performed to music of the day, it began in the late 1950s to the music of Contemporary Jazz musicians like Dizzy Gillespie, Art Tatum and Dave Brubeck.

Today’s Jazz Dance:

This discipline may be danced using many different styles and tempos, using themes based on Afro-Cuban, Oriental, Spanish or other national themes. It may be performed as a character, such as Cowboy, Sailor, Clown, etc. It may also be abstract in nature. Lyrical Jazz, performed to such music as Bette Midler’s “Wind Beneath My Wings”, may be included in Jazz Dance Discipline, as well as Modern Dance.

NOTE: Contemporary Ballet should not be confused with Jazz Dance, and may not compete in this discipline. Other contemporary styles such as Hip-Hop, Disco, Break Dance and Electric Boogie may be incorporated, but must never control / dominate Jazz Dance performances.

Jazz Dance is a multi-faceted art form. The above-mentioned types of Jazz Dance are examples of what is permissible in this category.

• Characteristics and Movement: Jazz Dance is a multi-faceted art form. The above-mentioned types of Jazz Dance are examples of what is permissible in this category.

• Must: The entire routine must consist of Jazz work. Jazz technique, turns, jumps isolations, stretch, as well as use of port de bras, legs and upper body. Timing and rhythm will be considered in marking. Suitable footwear must be worn.

• Acrobatic Movements: In Jazz Dance limited acrobatics will be allowed as long as a body part is touching the floor, and does not dominate the routine.

• Lifts: Permitted as outlined under General Provisions in Adult and Junior divisions.

NOTE: Lifts are NOT permitted in the Children’s age divisions.

• Stage Props: Hand, stage and floor props will be allowed under the following conditions:

• Stage Props: Hand, stage and floor props will be allowed under the following conditions:

Clothing: All costume accessories, such as hats, scarves, gloves, belts, etc., may be worn if they are an integral part of the costume. They may be taken off, exchanged or discarded, but not left to litter the stage. Meaning, the dancer cannot leave the stage at the end of the routine leaving clothing behind. If a dancer discards or drops a scarf on the state, they must pick it up and take it off when they leave.

Hand Props: All hand props such as canes, umbrellas, hand bags, brief cases, mirrors, flags, etc., may be used as long as they are an integral part and used throughout the routine. They may be set down on the floor as long as it remains part of the routine and picked up when leaving the stage at the end of the routine. Hand props can never be used as floor props. In other words, you cannot enter the stage with an umbrella, set it on the floor, dance your entire routine without utilizing the umbrella and then pick it up at the end of the routine and leave the stage.

Floor Props: Necessary floor props such as a chair, stool, box, ladder, etc., may be carried on by a dancer in one trip, but must be an integral part of the routine and utilized throughout the entire performance. Items used to decorate or embellish the stage are not permitted. The dancer must carry the floor prop off the state at the end of the routine.

Scenic or stage props: Any items such as a scenic background, back drop, tree or other such prop, used to create a scene or embellish the stage are not permitted.

 Lip-sync is not allowed in Jazz Dance. 

The categories of Hip Hop are:

Solo male, Solo female, Duo, Small Group and Formation. Age Divisions see in General Provisions of Street Dance Disciplines.

SOLO MALE, SOLO FEMALE AND DUO