Competition Guide

This page collects all of our advice about competitions, from hair and makeup to competition choreography!

 

The Competition Survival Kit

We’ve all done it. We’ve been halfway out the door or at the actual event, and realize that we managed to leave behind something crucial. At a ballroom competition, the solution can range from a quick trip to the convenience store or a full-out catastrophe. Here’s a checklist to help you pack for your next competition!

Competition Choreography

Whether I am choreographing for a group performance, an individual couple, or a solo, one of the first things I consider is what looks good on the dancers. It may seem obvious but certain figures look better on particular people than other figures. A choreographed routine should highlight your strengths, not draw attention to your … Continue reading Competition Choreography

Competition Presentation

Presentation is defined as “the manner of style in which something is displayed” (Oxford Dictionary). In competitive ballroom, you are that thing on display. By entering a ballroom competition, you have agreed to be put on display and judged. While what you wear is not as important as how you dance, visual presentation is a … Continue reading Competition Presentation