SPECIAL AWARDS

Presented by the judging panel at each adjudication to recognize and celebrate routines that leave a lasting impression beyond technique and score.

‘KEY TO MY HEART’ AWARD

This special award will be presented to one Dancer at each adjudication who exemplifies a tangible passion, gratitude and love for dance on and off the stage.

CHOREOGRAPHY OF THE SESSION

Awarded by the judges at each session to an entry that stood out in creativity, originality and powerful choreographic vision.

MOST POTENTIAL

Will be awarded in each of the Age Divisions in each Classification.

There will be one for each of the age divisions for ALL LEVELS OF ABILITY!  To qualify for this award this Dancer must have at least one solo.

OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE IN EACH CLASSIFICATION

This award is selected by the panel of judges and presented to one entry in each category—Novice, Part-Time, and Competitive. It is given to an entry that stood out and left a lasting impression on the judges.

THE JES SACHSE TAP AWARD

This award is dedicated to my childhood friend — a fierce tapper, a true artist, and someone whose spirit could never be defined by limitations.
We grew up dancing together, and even as life presented them with physical challenges, they never let it stop them. They had a passion for the art of tap, and lit up every stage they stepped on with their talent, and a personality ten times their size. They were a mighty force — clever, joyful, and unforgettable.
This award will given to an individual, group, or studio that shows a deep love for tap — not just in technique, but in heart. It’s for those who dance with the same passion, grit, and grace that Jes brought to every step.

“UNLOCK YOUR PWR” AWARD

This special Dancer is awarded based on their performances throughout the weekend. They exemplify a commitment and and passion for dance that is evident every time they step on to the stage. This Dancer must have at least one solo. This dancer will also receive A FULL SCHOLARSHIP TO EMPWR at a Regional of their choice for the following season.

AMBASSADORSHIP RECIPIENTS

Please see separate EMPWR Ambassadorship tab for full details!

TOP CHOREOGRAPHY OF THE WEEKEND

Chosen by the Adjudicators from the Session Choreography Award recipients.

HIGHEST MARK IN EACH CLASSIFICATION (Novice, Part Time, Competitive)

Applicable to any Category (Solo, Duet, Trio, Groups, Lines, Productions).

DANCER OF THE YEAR

Please see separate Title Division tab for full details!

TOP STUDIO

Top Studio in each classification (Novice, Part Time and Competitive) will be determined by calculating the average of all scores from a studios entries that are applicable to that classification. To qualify, a studio must submit a minimum of 10 entries. Studios must enter a minimum of 10 groups total (in any classification) to qualify.