Twerk in Azul Fest It's a celebration of strength, empowerment, and bodily expression through this unique and energetic style. This space highlights technique, coordination, and musicality, fused with the charisma and confidence that define the genre.

Each choreography must demonstrate precision in twerk's signature movements, such as isolations, rhythmic patterns, and body control. In addition, creativity in choreographic design, fluidity in transitions, and the performer's ability to connect with the audience in an authentic and confident way are valued.

The goal of Twerk at Azul Fest is to provide a space for artistic expression where technique, attitude, and performance come together to convey messages of confidence, freedom, and creativity. This style celebrates the diversity and individual strength of each artist, while highlighting synchronization and group energy.

It is determined by Calendar Age, that is, it will depend on the year of birth of the participants and is calculated as follows:

There will be a tolerance of 10 seconds.

In the event of not complying with the regulatory time

may lead to the disqualification of the group.

Please cooperate, keep your time well.

In all cases the timing of the routine will begin

with the 1st choreographic movement or musical note and will end in the same way.

Twerk is a discipline that requires body control, strength, and precision in hip and glute movements. The correct application of technique, muscle activation, and fluidity in the execution of the style's signature steps will be evaluated.

1.1 Execution of movements (10 points)

Evaluates the precision, control and technical quality in the execution of the characteristic steps and movements of Twerk.

Movements are expected to be defined and well-controlled, ensuring that each contraction, vibration, or hip movement is clear and precise.

The technique should focus on muscle isolation, allowing hip and glute movements to be executed without generating unnecessary tension in the upper body.

Variety in step execution will be valued, including hip rolls, booty claps, vibration, popping, jiggles, and other fundamental twerk techniques.

A stable body alignment must be maintained, ensuring control of the axis at each change in level or displacement.

Executions with poorly defined movements, lack of muscle activation, or lack of control in vibration and precision of movement will be penalized.

For soloists: The dancer's ability to execute each movement with precision and fluidity will be evaluated, with emphasis on body isolation techniques.

For duos, trios, teams, groups and mega groups: Uniformity in execution will be analyzed, ensuring that the group maintains synchronization and cohesion in the stage projection.

1.2 Transitions (10 points)

Evaluate the fluidity and naturalness of the connection between movements, ensuring that transitions are harmonious and without interruptions in the energy of the choreography.

In Twerk, transitions should be smooth and well-structured, allowing each sequence to connect without abrupt cuts.

Changes between levels and directions are expected to maintain continuity, without affecting the fluidity of movement or the energy of the routine.

The performer's ability to integrate movement, speed changes, and rhythmic accents will be assessed, ensuring that the sequence of steps flows naturally.

Abrupt transitions, lack of cohesion in movements, or interruptions in the dynamics of the choreography will be penalized.

For soloists: We will analyze how each transition complements the choreographic structure without affecting the fluidity of the movement.

For duos, trios, teams, groups and mega groups: Synchronization in sequence changes and group cohesion in transitions will be assessed.

1.3 Body control (10 points)

It assesses the stability, alignment, and mastery of the body in the execution of movements, ensuring correct posture and efficient balance control.

In Twerk, it is essential that the dancer maintains an aligned and active posture, allowing for precise isolation of hip and glute movements.

The performance is expected to maintain a balance between strength and fluidity, avoiding uncontrolled movements or excessive tension in the upper body.

The performers' ability to maintain a stable center of gravity will be assessed, allowing for the correct execution of vibrations, contractions, and rebounds without losing postural alignment.

Performances with poor body control, misalignment, or imprecise movements in the twerk technique will be penalized.

For soloists: The ability to maintain stability and control in each sequence without losing energy or expressiveness will be measured.

For duos, trios, teams, groups and mega groups: Uniformity in body control and the group's ability to project synchronization and cohesion on stage will be analyzed.

Twerk choreography combines rhythm, strength, and attitude, ensuring that each movement integrates fluidly and dynamically into the structure of the routine. The quality of the choreographic composition, the creativity in the combination of sequences, and the dancers' ability to project energy and stage presence will be evaluated.

2.1 Creativity and Originality (10 points)

It assesses the choreographer's ability to innovate within the framework of twerk, ensuring that the composition has identity and a strong visual impact.

The choreography is expected to maintain the essence of Twerk, but also explore rhythmic variations and dynamic transitions that reinforce the performance.

Creative use of level changes, shifts, rhythmic combinations, and dynamic contrasts will be valued, generating a visually compelling proposal.

In group choreographies, the use of strategic formations, visual effects, and team dynamics that reinforce the stage connection will be rewarded.

Creativity must be integrated without losing the coherence of style, avoiding sequences that do not respect the technique and essence of Twerk.

Choreographies that are repetitive, lack structure, or lack visual impact will be penalized.

For soloists: The dancer's ability to perform the choreography with fluency, precision, and attitude will be evaluated.

For duos, trios, teams, groups and mega groups: The way in which choreographic composition enhances the group's stage presence, ensuring cohesion and visual harmony, will be analyzed.

2.2 Technical Complexity (10 points)

Analyze the difficulty level of the choreography in relation to the correct execution of the steps and the fluidity of the movements.

The choreography is expected to include a variety of twerk moves, such as shakes, hip controls, isolations, hip rolls, and booty claps, executed with precision and technique.

In group choreographies, the complexity also lies in the synchronization of movements, ensuring that all dancers maintain a uniform aesthetic line.

The correct integration of step combinations will be assessed, ensuring that each one is performed with the appropriate technique and energy for the twerk style.

Choreographies that lack technical challenge, with little variation in movements, or that lose the characteristic intensity of Twerk will be penalized.

For soloists: The dancer's ability to execute technical sequences fluidly, maintaining energy and control in each movement, will be evaluated.

For duos, trios, teams, groups and mega groups: The way in which technical difficulty is integrated into the group composition will be analyzed, ensuring a refined and visually impactful execution.

2.3 Use of Space (10 points)

Evaluates the distribution and use of stage space within the choreography, ensuring a balanced and dynamic staging.

The stage is expected to be strategically positioned, allowing each movement to be projected with clarity and visual force.

In group choreography, movements and formation changes must be well organized, avoiding dead zones or unintentional transitions.

The combination of static and displacement movements will be analyzed, ensuring that the visual composition is dynamic without losing technical control.

Choreographies that do not make the most of the stage space, or that involve disorganized movement or poor layout that affects visual harmony will be penalized.

For soloists: The dancer will be assessed on how effectively he or she explores space, ensuring an expressive and well-projected performance.

For duos, trios, teams, groups and mega groups: The interaction between the dancers and the way in which the spatial distribution reinforces the choreographic proposal will be analyzed.

Musicality is a determining factor in twerk, as each movement must be in sync with the rhythm, accents, and dynamic changes of the music. The dancer or group's ability to interpret the musical structure accurately, ensuring a powerful and expressive performance, will be evaluated.

3.1 Musical Performance (10 points)

Evaluate the relationship between movements and musical structure, ensuring that each performance reflects the rhythmic energy of Twerk.

In Twerk, musicality must be precise, marked and energetic, reflecting the accents of the music with well-defined movements.

Movements are expected to be synchronized with the rhythmic base, ensuring that each vibration, bounce, or contraction has a purpose within the musical structure.

The dancer or group's ability to play with pauses, changes in intensity, and rhythmic accents, creating contrasts in their performance, will be assessed.

In group choreographies, the team's ability to stay synchronized will be evaluated, ensuring that all members respect the tempo of the piece.

Performances that are out of sync with the music, movements that are off-beat, or movements that do not reflect the rhythmic structure will be penalized.

For soloists: The dancer's ability to interpret music with rhythmic precision will be analyzed, ensuring that each movement is connected to the energy of the song.

For duos, trios, teams, groups and mega groups: Group cohesion in the musical performance will be assessed, ensuring that all dancers maintain the same rhythmic fit and a fluid connection with the song.

Key Elements of Musicality in Twerk

Rhythmic precision: Each movement must be aligned with the musical accents and changes.

Using pauses and energy variations: The incorporation of rhythmic contrasts will be valued to enrich the interpretation.

Connection with music: Dancers must project the intention of the beat through their movements.

Group Sync: All performers must maintain the same rhythmic setting and reflect the energy changes in the music.

This block assesses the quality of execution, precision, timing, and group cohesion within the choreography. In Twerk, each movement must project control, strength, and fluidity, ensuring a powerful and visually striking performance.

4.1 Individual Performance (Soloists) (15 points)

Evaluates the dancer's technical precision, body control, and stage presence throughout their performance.

Each performer is expected to maintain firm and precise execution, with complete control over vibration and isolation of movements.

The performance should reflect physical endurance, energy, and clarity of technique, ensuring that each movement is executed with intention.

The quality of the dancer's postural alignment, execution of twerk sequences, and stage projection will be evaluated.

The execution must maintain a uniform intensity, avoiding energy drops at key moments of the routine.

Inaccurate executions, lack of control over vibrations, or misalignments in interpretation will be penalized.

For soloists: The dancer's ability to perform with energy and control will be evaluated, ensuring a performance that is faithful to the essence of Twerk.

4.2 Synchronization and Cohesion (Duos, Trios, Teams, Groups and Mega Groups) (10 points)

Evaluates group coordination and uniformity in the execution of movements, ensuring that the whole group looks cohesive and visually balanced.

The group is expected to maintain precise timing in their movements, formation changes, and twerk sequences, ensuring a visually appealing performance.

In Twerk, group cohesion is key to creating a harmonious and stylized performance.

All members will be assessed for performing movements with the same intention, projection, and level of control, avoiding noticeable differences in the quality of execution.

The uniformity of space distribution, the use of rhythmic accents, and the intensity of the group performance will be analyzed.

Mismatches in timing, energy gaps between members, or individual performances that disrupt group cohesion will be penalized.

For duos, trios, teams, groups and mega groups: Accuracy of timing and the ability to maintain a consistent and visually striking performance will be assessed.

4.3 Uniformity (Only for Duos, Trios, Teams, Groups and Mega Groups) (5 points)

Evaluates the homogeneity in the execution of movements, ensuring that all performers maintain the same aesthetic and technical level.

Consistency in posture, range of motion, and energy level will be measured, ensuring that the group remains cohesive at all times.

In group sequences, the intensity of movement and expressiveness must be balanced among all members.

Movements are expected to be precise and well-structured, avoiding imbalances that affect the visual harmony of the group.

Differences in performance between dancers, as well as variations in intensity or energy that disrupt the team's uniformity, will be penalized.

Key Elements of Twerk Performance

Definition and cleanliness in the movements: Each step must be executed with clarity, intention, and correct alignment.

Control and stability: Posture and balance must be impeccable in every performance.

Group Sync: Unity and cohesion are essential in group choreographies.

Fluidity and projection: The performance must maintain the energy and dynamism characteristic of Twerk.

The visual impact of twerking is a determining factor in the staging. The overall aesthetic of the performance will be evaluated, including costumes, characterization, visual cohesion, and stage expression, ensuring that each element reinforces the style's vibrant and energetic identity.

5.1 Costume and Characterization (10 points)

Evaluate the coherence of the costume with the choreographic proposal and the identity of the twerk, ensuring that it reinforces the stage image without affecting the technical execution.

The wardrobe should reflect the attitude, strength and sensuality characteristic of Twerk, without losing functionality.

The use of striking colors, dynamic designs, and textures that reinforce the aesthetics of the style while maintaining harmony with the artistic proposal will be valued.

In group choreographies, the costumes must maintain visual cohesion, allowing the ensemble to project a uniform image without detracting from the individuality of each performer.

Clothing is expected to be comfortable and allow freedom of movement, ensuring comfort during movement, vibrations, and level changes.

Inappropriate clothing that restricts mobility or is inconsistent with the twerk aesthetic will be penalized.

For soloists: The costume will be evaluated to ensure it enhances stage presence without compromising the fluidity of movement.

For duos, trios, teams, groups and mega groups: The uniformity and harmony of the wardrobe will be analyzed, ensuring that all members project a cohesive and well-structured image.

Key Elements of Visual Impact in Twerk

Coherence with the artistic proposal: The aesthetics must be aligned with the music and choreography.

Functionality of the changing room: It should allow freedom of movement without interfering with technical execution.

Striking and well-crafted style: Creativity and the use of details that enhance stage presence will be valued.

Group uniformity with artistic identity: In group choreographies, the image must be cohesive but allow each performer to maintain their personality within the ensemble.

Emotional connection is a fundamental aspect of Twerk, as the performers' energy and attitude influence the intensity and impact of the performance. Beyond technique, this block assesses the dancers' ability to project confidence, convey self-assurance, and reinforce their stage presence with a firm and determined attitude.

6.1 Stage Projection (5 points)

Evaluates the attitude, presence, and expressiveness of the dancer or group on stage, ensuring that the performance is powerful and authentic.

The stage projection in Twerk must be confident, intense, and with attitude, transmitting contagious energy to the audience.

Performers are expected to maintain an active posture and a steady presence, reflecting the strong and energetic character of the style.

Facial expression, body language, and connection to the music should be natural and aligned with the intensity of the choreography, avoiding overacting or forced expressions.

In group choreographies, all members must project the same intensity and commitment, ensuring cohesion in the performance.

Lack of expressiveness, disconnection from the music, or a weak stage attitude that affects the performance will be penalized.

For soloists: The dancer's ability to fill the stage with their presence and generate an authentic connection with the audience will be measured.

For duos, trios, teams, groups and mega groups: The uniformity of the stage projection of all members will be evaluated, ensuring that the energy and expressiveness are homogeneous.

Key Elements of Emotional Connection in Twerk

Authenticity in interpretation: The emotional connection must be genuine and aligned with the energy of the style.

Strong stage presence: Attitude and energy must remain constant throughout the presentation.

Interaction with the audience and the music: The ability to generate visual and emotional impact on viewers will be valued.

Group cohesion: In group choreographies, the emotional connection must be balanced and uniform, ensuring a homogeneous performance.

To ensure fairness and compliance with competition standards, deductions will be applied if participants fail to meet certain technical or structural aspects of their presentation.

Deductions will be subtracted from the total score obtained in the evaluation and will apply to soloists, duos, trios, teams, groups, and mega groups.

7.1 Time Exceeded (3 points will be deducted for every 10 seconds over the maximum time allowed.)

Each category has a set time limit for submission.

If the total choreography time exceeds the maximum allowed, 3 points will be deducted for every additional 10 seconds.

The duration must strictly adhere to tournament regulations to avoid penalties.

Suggestion: It is advisable to rehearse with a stopwatch to ensure that the choreography does not exceed the time limit.

7.2 Abrupt Musical Editing (5 points will be deducted if the music ends abruptly.)

The music editing should be clean and fluid, ensuring that the track ends naturally or with a proper closure.

If the music cuts off suddenly or without a fade out, a 5-point deduction will be applied.

The editing must be aligned with the choreographic concept, avoiding cuts that disrupt the performance experience.

Suggestion: It is recommended to review the track edition before the event and ensure it has a clean finish.

Key Elements to Avoid Deductions

Check the duration of the choreography: Make sure the music doesn't exceed the time limit.

Edit music correctly: Avoid abrupt cuts or unexpected terminations.

Rehearse with the final track: Check that the musical version fits well with the choreography before the competition.

Important Note:

Restriction of Dangerous Movements:

The use of whiplash and whiplash is prohibited in the Baby and Children categories.

In the other categories, it is recommended to pay special attention to the choice of movements, always prioritizing the safety of the dancers.

Use of Elements and Accessories on Stage:

The choice of music should be related to the elements used and the story you want to tell or develop in the choreography.

It is recommended to create situations and construct narratives that can be adapted to the group, taking into account the age and profile of the dancers.

The use of adult stories in children's choreography is discouraged.

Rules on the Use of Scenic Elements:

There will be no restrictions on the use of props, as long as they are not watery or remain on the stage after the performance, as they could interfere with the next act.

The use of fire, flares, or flammable materials is prohibited, as they pose a risk to the safety of participants and the public.

If props are used, the group must remove them during the blackout to ensure the continuity of the event.

Consideration of Skills:

Skills from other disciplines or dance styles outside the competition will not be evaluated.

The evaluation process is based on a detailed form covering various aspects of the presentation. The items evaluated and their corresponding scores are detailed below:

Technique (30 points):

Precision, control, and technical quality in the execution of movements are assessed, including fluid transitions and body control.

Choreography (30 points):

Creativity and originality.

Technical complexity.

Efficient use of stage space.

Musicality (10 points):

Precise interpretation and connection with the rhythmic and dynamic elements of the music.

Execution (15 points):

Soloists (15 points):

Stage presence, individual projection, and the ability to maintain precision and expressiveness throughout the performance are valued.

Duos, Trios, Teams, Groups and Mega Groups (15 points):

It includes synchronization, cohesion and uniformity among the members, ensuring a homogeneous collective performance.

Visual Impact (10 points):

Costumes and characterization, aligned with the style and artistic proposal of the choreography.

Emotional Connection (5 points):

Ability to convey emotions, stage projection and connection with the audience.

Total: 100 points

Deductions:

Time exceeded: -3 points for every 10 seconds additional to the maximum allowed time (after the 10-second tolerance).

Abrupt musical edition: -5 points if the music ends abruptly.

The teacher is responsible for the entry and exit of his students on stage, and for reviewing the manner of exit and entry.

He is legally responsible for each of his students and himself, and must sign a participation agreement before the event and present the documentation, including photocopies of the under-18 age categories, with the authorization of the parents.

The organization requires the instructor to take out liability insurance for their equipment, students, assistants, or companions, in case of injuries or any other damages that participants under their care may suffer. Otherwise, the instructor will be held responsible for any inconveniences arising from such incidents.

The teacher must have read and understood these regulations. I am only directing this to teachers who handle and use dance techniques with their students, understanding that they may be re-categorized depending on whether or not their presentation has the corresponding technique, and they may never discuss the jury's decision.

IMPORTANT: Children under 2 (two) years old do not pay admission, but neither do OCCUPY SEAT, otherwise they will have to pay the same.

It is prohibited to occupy the aisles, standing or sitting, for whatever reason.

Each person must remain in their seat throughout the entire show.

It is the teacher's obligation to transmit these rules to his or her participating audience.

At the time of the awards ceremony, only the teacher representing his or her school will go up.

Only the instructor and one adult, duly identified by the production company, will be allowed into the dressing rooms. In the case of a group of more than 30 people, mostly children, one additional adult will be allowed in.

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