Judging Criteria
Performance - 25 Points
captivating stage presence
originality of combos and transitions, and performance concept
performance cohesiveness
flawless execution of pole and floor movement
audience connection
Choreography - 20 Points
seamless pole combinations choreographed to competitor’s music
smooth transitions from floor to pole and pole to floor
creative floor work movement choreographed to competitor’s music
showing full use of the stage and poles
Execution of Skills - 20 Points
showing control and stamina throughout the full performance
flexibility moves shown to the fullest extension
strength moves performed with confidence and cleanliness
clean technique both entering and exiting skills
Presentation - 20 Points
high energy performance
completeness of performance
costume matches theme of performance
concept matches music
Difficulty of Skills - 15 Points
difficulty of pole skills
difficulty of floor skills
difficulty of transitions both on to and off of the pole
Deductions
If a competitor uses the rig at any point during their routine - 5 point deduction from each judge
Genitalia exposure - 2 point deduction from each judge
If a prop enters the audience area - 1 point deduction from each judge
Scoring Guide