About this Event
Event Title:
Amateur Jack and Jill Salsa Competition at 'Carnivale on Carlisle'
Date & Time: 3:00pm - 15 March 2025
(Competitor Registration and Meeting start earlier, please read below for details)
PRIZE MONEY
π 1st Place: $400 per couple
π₯ Runner-up: $200per couple
3rd Place - #100 per couple
REGISTRATION FORM:
https://forms.gle/ynr9NwPSej6uWPAg8
Location:
Pause Bar
274 Carlisle St, Balaclava VIC 3183, Australia
Event Description:
π Join the excitement of the Jack and Jill Salsa Competition at the Carlisle Street Festival! π
Test your social dancing skills in a fun, spontaneous settingβno pre-assigned partners, just pure connection and musicality. Compete for fantastic prizes and unforgettable moments on the dance floor!
Jack & Jill RULES & FORMAT:
Preliminaries:
Participants are randomly paired for 3 rounds (1-2 minutes each).
Competitors are ranked individually during the prelims.
Semi-Finals:
The top 4 leaders and 4 followers advance to the Semi-finals.
Competitors are randomly paired, dancing together for a full song (1 min each for each couple).
Judges select the best couple from each pairing to proceed to the final.
Final:
Finalists are randomly paired and judged as a couple.
The winning couple is selected by the judges.
Judging Criteria:
Fundamentals: Technique, frame, connection, Salsa rhythm, quality of moves.
Musicality: Moves that fit the music, hitting the breaks.
Showmanship: Crowd-pleasing moves, energy, flashy footwork, and attire.
Minimum Participants:
10 couples are required for the J&J competition to go ahead.
How to Participate:
FREE REGISTRATION
Register online or at the festival!
Online Registration: Registration
Festival Registration: Register at the festival between 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM on Saturday, 15.03.2025.
Ensure you collect your competitor number, which is essential for participation.
Be ready at - PM for the Competitors Meeting & Warm-Up in Room 2.
Competition starts at 3 PM, get ready to showcase your talent!
Judges:
We are thrilled to have Pedro and Tiffany, and Some of the most important Salsa and Bachata Teachers in Melbourne! π
Basic Rules for the Jack and Jill Salsa Competition
1. Eligibility & Amateur Status
This competition is for amateur dancers only.
An amateur dancer is someone who:
Does not currently teach Salsa professionally.
Has not been paid to perform or teach Salsa in the last two years.
Does not hold a professional dance title in Salsa competitions.
Primarily dances for recreational and social purposes.
Dancers with recent professional experience or extensive competition history may be asked to compete in a higher category in future events.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity! Reserve your place now and get ready for an unforgettable experience!
ππΊ Get ready to dance, connect, and compete!
More Information
Cortes Dance 0450778493
Carnivale on Carlisle
https://carlislestreet.com.au/whats-on/carnivale-on-carlisle/
www.carlislestreet.com.au
Dance Styles
Salsa (100%)
Pricing
3rd Place:$100.00
Runner-up:$200.00
1st Place:$400.00
Organizer
P
Pedro Gonzalez
C
CortΓ©s Dance Salsa and Bachata
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