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HIPHOP EXTREME

The Street Is The Stage!

COMPETITION MECHANICS

ENTRY CRITERIA

1. The crew should have a minimum of six (6) and maximum of twelve (12) members. Gender
combination is left to their discretion.

2. All members of the crew should be bona fide students of Xavier University.

3. During the screening, the crew should submit the following:

a. Fully Accomplished Application Form downloaded via csg.xu.edu.ph


b. Accomplished Waiver & Release of Liability Form downloaded via csg.xu.edu.ph (just click the
hip hop icon)
e. Photocopy of crew members’ school IDs

These requirements must be enclosed in a brown envelope with the name of the crew written at the
flap.

5. Walk-in applicants will be welcomed provided they have the complete requirements. Also, teams
should decide which of the 2 screening dates they will attend (November 27 and 29, time and
venue to be announced at the facebook event page named “HIPHOP EXTREME”).

6. A selected number of group participants from the screenings will advance to the Championships.
Selection will be based on the teams with the highest scores.

7. For the Championships, the 3 teams with the highest scores will be declared as winners: Grand
Champion, 1st Runner-up, and 2nd Runner-up.

PERFORMANCE AND STAGE RULES

1. Crews’ dance routine should have the look, posture, music, soul, groove, funk, and attitude of hip
hop.

2. The duration of the dance should be a minimum of 2 minutes, and a maximum of 3 minutes.

3. The crews should incorporate a minimum of three (3) street dance variety, any old school or new
school style of hip hop (ex. locking, popping, krump, house, stepping, breakdance, wacking, tutting,
vogueing, party dances, hip hop choreography).

4. No vulgarity, obscenity, and explicit contents are allowed.

5. Props that are not considered as an integral part of a crew’s “attire” are prohibited (ex. canes,
chairs, tambourines, musical instruments).

6. Attire may include accessories such as hats, scarves, caps, gloves, jewellery, etc. Removing pieces
of clothing during the performance is permitted provided it is not offensive or out of character.

7. Any costume malfunction resulting team members being exposed are grounds for deductions.
Please make sure to have dress rehearsals prior to competition to work out any costume problems.

8. Teams may choose to dance different routines at the Screenings and Championships, provided that
the dance routine is still in accordance with the rules of the competition.

9. Performance order will be determined by the event organizer via drawing of lots.
MUSIC REQUIREMENTS

1. All music will be played through a laptop. Therefore, the crews’ competition music must be saved
on a flash disk, which would be given to the organizer for duplication of the audio file.

2. There is no maximum or minimum number of songs/recordings that may be used in the routine, and
may be edited to enhance choreography and personal performance.

3. The competition music must not contain inappropriate, lewd, or offensive language.

EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES

An extraordinary circumstance is an occurrence beyond the control of a team that affects their
ability to perform at the beginning or any time in a routine. An extraordinary circumstance is not
limited to the examples listed below and may be declared at the discretion of the event organizers
and/or judges.

For instance:

a) Incorrect music is played or cued


b) Music problems due to equipment malfunction
c) Disturbances caused by general equipment failure, i.e. lighting, stage, venue, or sound system.
d) The introduction of a foreign object or disturbance into the performance area, before or during a
performance, by an individual or means other than the team.

1. In case the routine is stopped by an extraordinary circumstance, the event organizers and/or judges
will review the situation, and upon confirming a decision and correcting the problem, the team will
be re-introduced, and will be allowed to re-start their routine.

2. Claim of an extraordinary circumstance presented by the group after the routine has been
performed will not be accepted or reviewed.

MEDICAL ATTENTION

1. It is the responsibility of the group members, manager, or choreographer to report a group


member’s injury or illness to the event organizers.

2. If at any time, prior to or during competition, a group member becomes ill or injured, or his/her
physical or emotional condition is at risk by participating, he/she may be declared ineligible to
compete, and may be disqualified from the competition. The event organizers reserve the right to
withdraw any competitor who appears to have such serious disability or injury or needs of medical
attention.

3. The event organizers reserve the right to request the submission of a physician’s written
authorization for a group member that is deemed medically or emotionally at risk by the event
organizers to compete.

4. First-aid station will be provided by the event organizers.


JUDGING CRITERIA

The judges will score the teams according to the judging criteria on a 100 point system.

1. OVERALL EFFECT (25 pts)

Confidence/Showmanship, Intensity, and Projection (10 pts)


- Team’s ability to exhibit a dynamic and energetic routine that leaves a lasting impression on the
judges and the audience. There’s appropriateness of music, costume, and choreography. Projection of
the crew members is consistently strong throughout entire routine with an uninterrupted display of
confidence measured by facial expression, eye contact, and body movement. The crew members
should perform with enthusiasm, passion, and a natural ability to “sell it” on stage.

Entertainment Value/Crowd Appeal (5 pts)


- Ability to evoke feeling from an audience through use of high energy, showmanship, genuine
expression, and emotion.

Street Presence/Attire (10 pts)


- This is the capability of the crew members to demonstrate an authentic and uninhibited
representation of hip hop dance. Street presence includes attitude, energy, posture, and street style.
Clothing and accessories worn should represent and reflect the real character and natural style of the
urban street environment with a unique look that sets the crew apart. Crew members do not have to
be identically dressed or in a uniform, individuality of dress is encouraged. Crews may wear stylized
clothing representing their routine’s theme. Theatrical costumes are not typical of the urban street (ex.
storybook characters, animals, Halloween costumes, etc.), and are not recommended.

2. CHOREOGRAPHY (40 pts)

Creativity (15 pts)


- Choreographing and presenting the routine in a fresh, unique way with signature moves that are
original and creative. Story, transitions, music editing, clothing, and a unique look and style that
stands out from other routines.

Variety of Street Dance Styles (15 pts)


- A minimum of three (3) dance styles must be performed in a routine to receive variety points. The
more styles a crew includes and performs correctly in the routine, the higher the variety score will be.
Crews should include a broad selection of street dance styles selected from the list below without
excessive use of the same move or patterns. A varied range of styles should be shown in the
choreography of arm, leg, and body movements. The following are a list of Street dance styles from
early foundation to present:

Locking
Popping
B-boying/Girling (breakdance)
Wacking/Punking
Tutting
Vogueing
House Dance
Party dances or Club dances (popular or trendy dances)
Hiphop dance/Choreography
Krumping
Stepping/Gumboots
Difficulty (10 pts)
- Use of intricate and challenging skills/movement including various jumps, stunts, floor work, and
signature moves.

3. TECHNIQUE (20 pts)

Execution/Clarity of Movement (10 pts)


- Proper execution and understanding of hip hop styles. Movements must be true to the authentic hip
hop dance style, with understanding of the foundation and origin of hip hop.
Placement and Control (5 pts)
- The crew must maintain control of the speed, direction, momentum, and body placement throughout
the routine. There must be proper control and correct placement/alignment of the body and ability to
exhibit full extension and strength of movement.

Musicality (5 pts)
- Performance and choreography corresponding to timing and music usage and the crew’s ability to
perform simultaneously to the music.

4. GROUP EXECUTION (15 pts)

Synchronization/Timing (10 pts)


- The movements of the crew members are performed in sync; the range of movement, speed, timing
and execution of moves are performed by all members in unison. Peel off or canon movements are
allowable.

Spacing (5 pts)
- The ability of the team to gauge and position themselves correctly, with correct distances between
each other in and throughout all formations.

TOTAL POINTS: 1OO

*Protests are prohibited and will not be accepted regarding any score or result of a decision.

Source: Lactacyd Confidance Hip Hop Competition

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