Jazz

A routine primarily focused on jazz technique, performed to upbeat or stylized music.

Tap

A routine showcasing tap technique.

Lyrical

A blend of jazz and ballet technique, emphasizing emotional expression, musical interpretation, and fluidity.

Contemporary

A fusion of jazz, ballet, and modern techniques, often featuring grounded movement, abstract storytelling, and innovation.

Hip Hop

A high-energy routine incorporating hip hop styles such as grooves, breaking, popping, locking and commercial choreography.

Jazz Funk 

Jazz-based and hip hop technical elements are blended in this fusion style. Ideal for routines that fall stylistically between jazz and hip hop. 

Classical Ballet

A classical routine demonstrating ballet technique and traditional movement vocabulary.

Pointe

A classical ballet routine performed in pointe shoes, demonstrating advanced technique. 

Contemporary Ballet

A ballet routine that incorporates classical technique with non-traditional, modern influences.

Modern

A routine that emphasizes creativity and the expressive use of music through modern technique and structure.

Acro

A dance routine that includes a minimum of 50% acrobatic content, blended with dance movement and transitions.

Musical Theatre

A performance-driven routine where dancers portray characters through movement, expression, and storytelling. Lip syncing is permitted.

Song & Dance

A routine combining vocals and dance. Backup vocals are permitted. Performers must supply their own wireless microphones if required.

Open

A category for routines that do not fit within a single style or that blend multiple dance styles. No skill limitations. Cultural dance styles may also be entered here.

Production

For large-scale group routines (15 minutes max, including prop setup and exit) that incorporate elaborate props, storytelling, or recurring themes. Any Line routine with 35+ performers must register as a Production. Expanded Time is available if needed.