CREATIVE COMPETITION GUIDELINES

2nd YFC-Cavite West Sector Conference

August 2010

SHOW CHOIR COMPETITION

DYNAMICS
1. The competition is open to all YFC members.
2. There should be one entry per Cluster. All Cluster should confirm their entry with the lyrics of
the song on or before July 18, 2010. (The official list should be signed by the YFC Sector
Couple Coordinator to ensure that they are certified YFC members).
3. A Show Choir is defined as a group of people who combine choral singing with dance
movements, sometimes within the context of a specific idea or story.
4. Each group must be composed of 10-15 members. They can be a combination of singers and
dancers. One point will be deducted for every person in excess and/or in deficiency of the
provision.
5. Entries must also be composed of MIXED performers – brothers and sisters (there should
be more than 1 sister/brother in a group). Regions/Areas that will not comply will automatically
face disqualification.
6. The members of the show choir should demonstrate the ability to sing their chosen music.
7. The members of the show choir should demonstrate the ability to add movement or
choreography to their performance that compliments the music.
8. The group MUST have a minus-one audio to enhance the performance integrating their skills in
dancing and singing. CDs should be submitted upon site arrival and confirmation otherwise they
will be disqualified.
9. Use of props is highly encouraged to develop the visual aspect of the performance.
10. The group can use musical hand props (eg. harmonica, tambourine, and etc) to complement
the voices. Instruments that use amplifiers (eg. guitars, keyboards, etc) and drum sets are
not allowed.
11. Lyrics should be wholesome and not sexually suggestive or vulgar. The song can be in
the form of fast-paced or slow-paced pieces.
12. The song rendition should not exceed five minutes. There will be a one-minute grace period
for entrance and another minute for the exit.
13. Costumes are highly encouraged to add up to the total performance however, it must be
decent and proper for the performance. The COMPETITIONS COMMITTEE deserves the right
not to allow the performance of a group due to costume technicalities.
14. It is the group’s responsibility to signify their presence one hour before the competition and
to show up at least an hour before their performance.

I. CRITERIA FOR JUDGING

MUSICAL RENDITION ……………………………………………………….60%
Voice Quality 20%
Choreography 20%
Blend and Balance 20%
SHOWMANSHIP ………………………………………………………………30%
Stage Presence 10%
Synchronization and Movements 10%
Costume/Props 10%
MESSAGE AND CONTENT ………………………………………………….10%
TOTAL ………………………………………………………………………….100%
NOTE: For inquiries and information regarding the COMPETITION GUIDELINES, please contact
JOHNVIC MONZON and/or PRINCESS PAPA 09064102402 / 09064107375 respectively.
 SHOW CHOIR COMPETITION
ENTRY FORM
This form will also be used for filing purposes of the 2nd YFC-Cavite West Sectorcon Competitions Committee

CLUSTER: ___________________________________

NAME OF THE GROUP : _______________________

TITLE OF THE SONG: _________________________

NO. OF PERFORMERS : BROTHERS ___________

SISTERS ___________

MEMBERS OF THE GROUP:

_______________________
_______________________
_______________________
_______________________
_______________________
_______________________
_______________________
_______________________
_______________________
_______________________
_______________________
_______________________

Kindly indicate the day and time of your delegation/region’s arrival:

EDA: ______________ ETA: _______________

____________________________
Signature Over Printed Name
YFC Sector Couple Coordinator

TIME OF PERFORMANCE : ___________ minutes AND __________ seconds

GROUP REPRESENTATIVE : _____________________________________

CONTACT NUMBERS: MOBILE NO. ________________________________
LANDLINE NO. _____________________________

(TO BE FILLED OUT BY THE COMPETITIONS SECRETARIAT)

DATE RECEIVED: ___________________

RECEIVED BY: ______________________
CREATIVE COMPETITION GUIDELINES
2nd YFC-Cavite West Sector Conference
August 2010

BAND COMPETITION
DYNAMICS
1. The competition is open to all YFC members.
2. There should be one entry per Cluster. Title of the songs SHOULD be specified. All Regions
/Areas should confirm their entry on or before July 18, 2010. (The official list should be signed by the
YFC Over-all Sector Couple Coordinator to ensure that they are certified YFC members).
3. The number of band members may range from 5 to 12 persons (instrumentalists and singers
combined). One point will be deducted from the total score for every person in excess or in deficiency
of this provision.
4. The band is allowed to play two (2) songs contemporary/pop secular songs or medley.
5. Presentation should not exceed 10 minutes. One point will be deducted from the total score for
every minute or fraction thereof in excess of the time allotted.
NOTE: Each band will also be given 5 minutes sound check one hour before the entire event
starts.
6. The band’s look, which includes costumes of singers and band members, must be decent and proper.
7. It is the band’s responsibility to signify their presence one hour before the competition and to
show up at least one hour before their performance.
8. The Competitions Committee will provide, as part of the sound system, all amplifiers, vocal
microphones and set of drums for all competing bands. The competing bands must provide for
themselves additional instruments and other gadgets in excess need of what the Organizers will be
providing, if necessary.
9. To avoid song repetition, a “first come, first serve” rule will be applied. In case of duplication,
band/s concerned will be notified immediately by the Competitions Committee in order to change their
song.
9. Only songs specified in the entry forms and approved by the Competitions Committee are allowed to
be played during the competition proper. Bands who will not comply will risk disqualification.

I. CRITERIA FOR JUDGING

ABILITY TO ENTERTAIN ……………………………………………………………….40%
Ability to choose and arrange order of songs 15%
that builds up excitement among the audience
Audience impact/ stage presence/ confidence 15%
Rapport with the audience/ showmanship 10%
SKILL ………………………………………………………………………………………30%
Band (instrumental arrangement and harmony) 15%
Singers (vocal arrangement and/or quality) 15%
CONTENT ………………………………………………………………………………….15%
Lyrics of songs 10%
Clarity of Lyrics 5%
BAND CHARACTER……………………………………………………………………...15%
(band look, actions, spiels are of Christian character)
Band look 10%
Exciting spiels 5%
TOTAL ……………………………………………………………………………………100%
NOTE: For inquiries and information regarding the COMPETITION GUIDELINES, please contact
JOHNVIC MONZON and/or PRINCESS PAPA 09064102402 / 09064107375 respectively.

BAND COMPETITION
ENTRY FORM
This form will also be used for filing purposes of the 2nd YFC-Cavite West Sectorcon Competitions Committee

CLUSTER: ___________________________

NAME OF THE GROUP : _______________________

TITLE OF THE SONG/S : _______________________
_______________________

NO. OF PERFORMERS : BROTHERS ___________

SISTERS ___________

MEMBERS OF THE BAND/INSTRUMENTS TO BE USED:

e.g. Rico Blanco – Vocalist _______________________
_______________________ _______________________
_______________________ _______________________
_______________________ _______________________
_______________________ _______________________
_______________________ _______________________

Kindly indicate the day and time of your delegation/region’s arrival:

EDA: ______________ ETA: _______________

____________________________
Signature Over Printed Name
YFC Over-all Sector Couple Coordinator/Region Head

TIME OF PERFORMANCE : ___________ minutes AND __________ seconds

GROUP REPRESENTATIVE : ______________________________________

CONTACT NUMBERS: MOBILE NO. ________________________________
LANDLINE NO. _____________________________

(TO BE FILLED OUT BY THE COMPETITIONS SECRETARIAT)

DATE RECEIVED: ___________________

RECEIVED BY: ______________________
CREATIVE COMPETITION GUIDELINES
2nd YFC-Cavite West Sector Conference
August 2010

GAG VIDEO COMPETITION

DYNAMICS:
1. The competition is open to all YFC members.
2. There should be one entry per Cluster. All Clusters should confirm their entry on or before July 18, 2010.
(The official list should be signed by the YFC Over-all Sector Couple Coordinator to ensure that they are
certified YFC members).
3. VCD, DVD or mini-dv should be submitted upon site arrival and confirmation otherwise they will be disqualified.
4. The storylines should be in connection with this year’s theme “TO THE MAX” taken from Colossians
2:6-7. The theme explains the life of the young experiencing the fullness of life in Christ.
5. The entry should be at least 4 - 8 minutes long. Three points will be deducted from the total score for every
minute or fraction thereof in excess of the allotted time.

TECHNICALS:
1. Any medium may be used to create the video – including, but not limited to - film, animation, and photography.
However, all footages must be original material. No stock footages sourced from anywhere else (i.e.
downloaded files or cuts from films or commercials), may be used.
2. Each entry may use a mix of video, photos and artworks.
3. Film visual and sound quality will be judged. To help ensure the quality, here are a few tips:
o Frame size: 720 x 480;
o frame rate: 29.97 ftps, 25 ftps or 24 ftps
[ i.e. standard NTSC or PAL frame rates]
o Audio use: .wav files over .mp3
4. Entries may be submitted in VCD, DVD or mini-dv format
5. The entry format should be as follows:
a. 5 – 10 universal counting leader or black frame
b. Title card: entry title (consist of the title of the video and from what region/area)
c. Gag video itself
d. End title card: [i.e. credits, film makers]

DISQUALIFICATIONS:
1. Jokes should be wholesome (no negative, green or toilet humor, no gay roles, no cross – dressing,
making fun of disabilities, etc.)
2. Entries must have original contents and have not been used in any video competitions.
3. Films must not contain obscene or pornographic material, defamatory or libelous statements, must not
invade privacy rights, exploit individuals or in any other way violate applicable laws or regulations.
4. The Organizing Committee reserves the right to determine as to what content may require viewer advisory or
disqualification.

CRITERIA FOR JUDGING

ENTERTAINMENT………………….……………………………………… 30%
Quality of humor
Ability to entertain
PRODUCTION VALUES ………………………………………………….. 20%
Content (relevance to the theme verse)
Clarity
 SKILLS ...……………..…………………………………………………….. 20%
Creativity
Originality
EDITING ……………………………………………………………………. 15%
VIDEOGRAPHY/CINEMATOGRAPHY ………………………………..15%
TOTAL ………..…………………….………………………………………. 100%

NOTE: For inquiries and information regarding the COMPETITION GUIDELINES, please contact
JOHNVIC MONZON and/or PRINCESS PAPA 09064102402 / 09064107375 respectively.
 GAG VIDEO COMPETITION
ENTRY FORM

This form will also be used for filing purposes of the 2nd YFC-Cavite West Sectorcon Competitions Committee

NAME OF GROUP: _____________________________________

CLUSTER: _______________________________________

NAMES OF TEAM MEMBERS : _____________________ _____________________

(including Graphics Team) _____________________ _____________________
_____________________ _____________________
_____________________ _____________________
_____________________ _____________________

NUMBER OF MEMBERS: BROTHERS _______________ SISTERS _____________

TIME OF PERFORMANCE : ___________ minutes AND __________ seconds

Kindly indicate the day and time of your delegation/region’s arrival:

EDA: ______________ ETA: _______________

____________________________
Signature Over Printed Name
YFC Over-all Sector Couple Coordinator/Region Head

TEAM LEADER : _____________________________

CONTACT NUMBERS: MOBILE NO. ___________________________
LANDLINE NO. _________________________

(TO BE FILLED OUT BY THE COMPETITIONS SECRETARIAT)

DATE RECEIVED: ___________________

RECEIVED BY: ______________________
CREATIVE COMPETITION GUIDELINES
2nd YFC-Cavite West Sector Conference
August 2010

INDIVIDUAL DANCE SHOWDOW N

DYNAMICS
1. The competition is open to all YFC members.
2. There should be one entry per Cluster. Title of the songs SHOULD be specified. All
Regions /Areas should confirm their entry on or before July 18, 2010. (The official list should be
signed by the YFC Over-all Sector Couple Coordinator to ensure that they are certified YFC
members).
3. The contestants must prepare a freestyle dance for one minute. The organizers will
provide the music which they will only get to hear in the contest proper.
• FIRST ROUND: The contestants will be called in one by one to perform their prepared
dance.
• SECOND ROUND: After everyone has performed, the contestants will now showcase
their freestyle dance moves or exhibitions.
• The contestant who will best execute the choreography will be declared winner.
• The decision of the judges is final and irrevocable
4. It is the contestant’s responsibility to signify his/her presence one hour before the competition and
to show up at least one hour before his/her performance.

CRITERIA FOR JUDGING (ELIMINATION ROUND)

CHOREOGRAPHY ……………………………………………………..……………….…….50%
Originality 15%
Creativity 15%
Production Values-Character & Attitude 20%
SHOWMANSHIP ………………………………………………………………………...…….30%
Audience Impact 10%
Energy, Vibrancy and Execution 10%
Coordination 10%
COSTUME AND APPEARANCE ……………………………………………………..….….20%
Stage Presence 10%
Wholesome Appeal 10%
TOTAL …………………………………………………………………………….…………..100%
NOTE: For inquiries and information regarding the COMPETITION GUIDELINES, please contact
JOHNVIC MONZON and/or PRINCESS PAPA 09064102402 / 09064107375 respectively.

INDIVIDUAL DANCE SHOWDOWN

ENTRY FORM
This form will also be used for filing purposes of the 2nd YFC-Cavite West Sectorcon Competitions Committee

REGION/AREA: ________________________________
PROVINCE/SECTOR: _____________________________

NAME : ____________________________
CONTACT NUMBERS: MOBILE NO. ______________________________
LANDLINE NO. _____________________________

Kindly indicate the day and time of your delegation/region’s arrival:

EDA: ______________ ETA: _______________

____________________________
Signature Over Printed Name
YFC Over-all Sector Couple Coordinator

TIME OF PERFORMANCE : ___________ minutes AND __________ seconds

(TO BE FILLED OUT BY THE COMPETITIONS SECRETARIAT)

DATE RECEIVED: ___________________

RECEIVED BY: ______________________
CREATIVE COMPETITION GUIDELINES
2nd YFC-Cavite West Sector Conference
August 2010

SET DANCE COMPETITION

DYNAMICS
1. The competition is open to all YFC members.
2. There should be one entry per CLUSTER. All regions should confirm their entry on or before July
18, 2010. (The official list should be signed by the YFC Over-all Sector Couple Coordinator to
ensure that they are certified YFC members).
3. Each dance group must be composed of 10-12 members. One point will be deducted in excess
or in deficiency of this provision.
4. Entries must also be composed of MIXED dancers – brothers and sisters (there should be
more than 1 sister/brother in a group). Regions/Areas that will not comply will automatically face
disqualification.
5. Dance type shall be modern-contemporary, traditional/classic dance types and/or
combination of this as long as they are expressed in the character and vibrancy of today’s youth.
(Ballet & cultural will not be considered unless they are mixed with and danced to contemporary
pop and youth culture styles of dance and music—hip hop, techno, etc.)
6. The competition will showcase the groups’ prepared dance. Maximum time for performance is
five (5) minutes including entrance and exit. Time starts once group enters stage and ends after
its exit. Three points will be deducted from the total score for every minute or fraction thereof in
excess of the allotted time.
7. CDs should be submitted upon site arrival and confirmation otherwise they will be disqualified.
8. Movements should not be vulgar or sexually suggestive.
9. Costumes must be decent and proper for the dance. The COMPETITIONS COMMITTEE
reserves the right not to allow the performance of a group due to costume technicalities.
10. Music should be wholesome and lively. Subliminal, sexually suggestive, and vulgar
lyrics/language will not be allowed. (eg. Peaches and Cream, Sex Bomb, Too Close, etc.)
Non-compliance with the guideline will result in disqualification.
11. It is the group’s responsibility to signify their presence one hour before the competition and to
show up at least one hour before their performance.

I. CRITERIA FOR JUDGING (PREPARED DANCE)

CHOREOGRAPHY ……………………………….……………………………………… 50%
Originality / Creativity 25 %
Production Values, Character, & Attitude 25 %
SHOWMANSHIP ………………………………………………………………………… 30%
Audience Impact 5%
Energy, Vibrancy and Execution 15 %
Coordination 10%
COSTUME AND APPEARANCE .…………………………………………………….. 20 %
Stage Presence 10 %
Wholesome Appeal 10 %
TOTAL ……………..…………………….………………………………………………. 100 %
NOTE: For inquiries and information regarding the COMPETITION GUIDELINES, please contact
JOHNVIC MONZON and/or PRINCESS PAPA 09064102402 / 09064107375 respectively.

SET DANCE COMPETITION

ENTRY FORM
This form will also be used for filing purposes of the 2nd YFC-Cavite West Sectorcon Competitions Committee

Cluster _____________________________

NAME OF THE GROUP : _______________________

TITLE OF THE SONG/S : _______________________
_______________________
_______________________
_______________________

NO. OF PERFORMERS : BROTHERS ___________

SISTERS ___________

MEMBERS OF THE GROUP:

_______________________
_______________________
_______________________
_______________________
_______________________
_______________________
_______________________
_______________________
_______________________
_______________________
_______________________
_______________________

Kindly indicate the day and time of your delegation/region’s arrival:

EDA: ______________ ETA: _______________

____________________________
Signature Over Printed Name
YFC Over-all Sector Couple Coordinator/Region Head

TIME OF PERFORMANCE : ___________ minutes AND __________ seconds

GROUP REPRESENTATIVE : ______________________________________

CONTACT NUMBERS: MOBILE NO. ________________________________
LANDLINE NO. _____________________________

(TO BE FILLED OUT BY THE COMPETITIONS SECRETARIAT)

DATE RECEIVED: ___________________
RECEIVED BY: ______________________