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World Youth and Teenage Dancing Contest

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The online competition of the World Youth and Teenage Dancing Contest consists of three main sections: basic dancing skills, including body coordination, rhythm perception, basic dance postures (e.g., ballet positions, street dance stances), and knowledge of dance genres; dance culture and creative principles, covering the historical origins of dance forms (e.g., classical dance, hip-hop), cultural symbolism in folk dances, and the impact of social trends on dance evolution; and practical dance application, including choreography interpretation, improvisation, and the use of dance to express ideas in real-life contexts. The competition includes various dance categories, and the difficulty level is tailored to age and experience, with the children's group focusing on foundational techniques and the youth group emphasizing creative expression, thematic interpretation, and problem-solving through movement.

Registration Fee: Free

Competition Categories:

  • Kindergarten Group

  • Lower Primary Group

  • Higher Primary Group

  • Junior Secondary Group

  • Senior Secondary Group

  • Publice Group

Important dates:

  • Application Deadline: August 18, 2025

  • Result Announcement Date: August 29, 2025

Individual Enrollment Form

via email or WhatsApp.
WhatsApp：+852 5437 3164
Email:Info@wytcda.com

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Award Categories

​Individual Awards:

  • Special Gold Award (Top 12% of participants in the group)

  • Gold Award (Top 12%-25% of participants in the group)

  • Silver Award (Top 26%-45% of participants in the group)

  • Bronze Award (Top 46%-60% of participants in the group)

  • Excellence Award (Top 61%-100% of participants in the group)

 

Group Awards:

  • Outstanding Group Award

  • Outstanding Mentor Award

Award winners can request customized awards featuring the participant's name in Chinese or English.

 

Award Options:

  • Electronic Certificate: HKD 200

  • Electronic Certificate + Physical Certificate: HKD 290

  • Electronic Certificate + Physical Certificate + Medal: HKD 325

  • Electronic Certificate + Physical Certificate + Medal + Trophy: HKD 365

The deadline for award applications is two weeks after the announcement of the results.

All awards will be mailed within eight weeks after the application deadline.

Awards and certificates will be sent via SF Express, cash on delivery.

Once the awards are signed for, no replacements will be issued in case of damage or loss.

The organizers are not responsible for failed deliveries due to incorrect information or communication difficulties.

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Competition Guidelines:

1. Competition Categories

Participants can self-select their competition tier based on age and skill level (e.g., Children’s Group: 6–12 years; Youth Group: 13–18 years).
 

2. Registration & Timing

Registration Deadline: Complete registration and submit your performance video before [specific deadline, e.g., "11:59 PM UTC on October 31, 2025"].

Confirmation: A registration confirmation email will be sent to your provided address.

Submission Window: Access the competition portal anytime before the deadline to upload your video entry.
 

3. Submission Format & Requirements

Platform: Upload videos via the official competition portal (link provided post-registration).

Video Requirements:

  • Record a live dance performance (no pre-recorded or edited tracks except for basic video splicing).

  • Resolution: Minimum 1080p HD; ensure clear audio (if there is music accompaniment) and visual quality, capturing the full body movements of the dancer.

  • Attire: Dance - appropriate clothing that suits the dance style (e.g., leotards for ballet, streetwear for hip - hop, traditional costumes for folk dance).

  • Device: Use a stable camera (e.g., smartphone, DSLR) positioned to show the dancer's full body movements, facial expressions, and the overall dance space.
     

4. Jury Evaluation & Integrity Rules

Judging Panel: Composed of international dance masters, choreographers, and dance educators.

Evaluation Criteria:

  • Technical Proficiency (50%): Accuracy of dance moves, body control, flexibility, balance, and the execution of difficult dance techniques (e.g., pirouettes in ballet, freezes in breakdancing).

  • Artistic Expression (30%): Interpretation of the music or theme, emotional conveyance, creativity in choreography, and the ability to tell a story through movement.

  • Stage Presence (20%): Confidence, stage demeanor, interaction with the "audience" (even in a recorded video), and use of the stage space.

Integrity Policy:

  • No mimicking of pre - recorded dance videos, no use of AI - generated choreography assistance.

  • Submissions found plagiarized or fraudulent will be disqualified.
     

5. Competition Rules

Submission Limit: One entry per participant.

Repertoire:

  • Children’s Group: Dance pieces (2–4 minutes) in genres such as children's ballet, jazz dance, or simple folk dances.

  • Youth Group: Complex dance works (4–8 minutes), including contemporary dance solos, hip - hop routines, or elaborate folk dance performances.

Tools: Only use of normal dance - related props (if any) that are appropriate for the dance style. No external special effects added to the video that distort the actual dance performance.
 

6. Results & Announcements

Fairness: Evaluations are blind (judges do not see participant names or nationalities).

Notification:

  • Final results will be emailed/WhatsApp messaged to registered contacts by [e.g., "November 15, 2025"].

  • Rankings (including top 10 finalists and special awards such as Most Creative Choreography, Best Technical Performance) will be published on the official website and social media platforms.

 

Prizes: Winners will receive certificates, trophies, and opportunities for dance training camps, guest performances at international dance events (details TBA).

This structure emphasizes artistic authenticity, technical excellence, and global inclusivity, aligning with the contest’s mission to celebrate dance excellence among young dancers worldwide.

Entry Requirements for the World Youth and Teenage Dancing Contest (Online Submission & Jury Evaluation)
 

1. Performance Basics

Focus on technical fundamentals and movement structure:

  • Technical Skills: Body alignment, balance, flexibility, rhythm accuracy, and genre-specific techniques (e.g., ballet pirouettes, hip-hop popping, folk dance gestures).

  • Repertoire Knowledge: Familiarity with dance genres (classical, contemporary, street dance, folk) and iconic choreographers/works (e.g., Martha Graham, Alvin Ailey, K-pop routines).

  • Movement Literacy: Understanding of dance notation (e.g., Labanotation), choreographic forms (e.g., solo, duet, group piece), and musicality (syncing movement to rhythm/tempo).
     

2. Artistic Expression & Cultural Context

Explores thematic interpretation and historical depth:

  • Genre Analysis: Origins and stylistic traits of dance forms (e.g., Baroque ballet’s elegance, African diaspora influences in hip-hop).

  • Work Interpretation: Emotional storytelling through movement (e.g., conveying joy in folk dances, tension in contemporary pieces) and connection to cultural/historical narratives (e.g., traditional rituals, social justice themes).

  • Modern Adaptations: Fusion of traditional and modern elements (e.g., classical ballet with digital projections, folk dance with urban styles).
     

3. Practical Performance Application

Emphasizes live execution and creative skills:

  • Video Submission:

    • Live-recorded performances (no pre-edited footage or AI-generated choreography), filmed to show full-body movement and facial expressions.

    • Attire: Genre-appropriate costumes (e.g., ballet tutus, streetwear, traditional ethnic dress); minimum 1080p HD quality with clear audio.

  • Repertoire Selection:

    • Children’s Group (8–12 yrs): Short routines (2–4 minutes) in genres like children’s ballet, jazz, or cultural folk dances (e.g., Chinese ribbon dance, Irish step dancing).

    • Adolescent Group (13–18 yrs): Complex choreographies (4–6 minutes) including contemporary solos, hip-hop battles, or fusion pieces (e.g., combining Kathak with modern dance).

  • Improvisation Tasks: Adolescent Group must perform a 1–2 minute improvisation on a given theme (e.g., “freedom,” “nature”) or musical style (e.g., jazz, electronic).
     

4. Judging Criteria & Format

  • Evaluation Areas:

    1. Technical Proficiency (50%): Precision of movements, stamina, and mastery of genre-specific techniques.

    2. Artistic Expression (30%): Emotional depth, originality of choreography, and thematic coherence.

    3. Stage Presence (20%): Confidence, audience engagement (e.g., eye contact, dynamic energy), and spatial awareness.

  • Submission Rules:

    • One entry per participant; no pre-recorded or plagiarized choreography.

    • Blind judging: Judges receive anonymized videos with no participant identifiers.
       

5. Difficulty & Age Groups

  • Children’s Group: Focus on basic technique (e.g., following choreography, rhythm matching) and playful expression.

  • Adolescent Group: Advanced requirements including thematic analysis (e.g., interpreting social issues through dance), cross-genre collaboration, and improvisational creativity.
     

6. Submission & Results

  • Deadline: Upload videos via the portal by [e.g., "May 31, 2026"].

  • Results: Announced via email/social media within 2 weeks, with rankings based on jury scores. Prizes include certificates, scholarships to dance academies, and opportunities to perform at international festivals.

  • Exhibition: Top performances will be showcased on the contest’s official platform, highlighting diverse cultural and artistic expressions in dance.

 

This structure balances technical excellence with creative storytelling, celebrating the global diversity of youth dance while fostering skill development and cross-cultural dialogue.

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