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I’m thinking of entering into my first competition!
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I wonder what happens if you apply to more than one, can you be accepted into two or do you have to pick? I'd be scared to enter two and there being the possibility of having to do two comps in one month! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_confused.gif
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I am so sorry I missed this post! I pop in every couple of days for a quick look and hadn't seen this so far!
We've had some initial stumbling blocks in organizing the event so not all of the information has been promoted as smoothly as I had hoped but the individual organizers have been allowed to announce each of their own event as they were ready. Tomorrow I'm going to be officially announcing that we are sanctioning 4 semi-finals – one in Merrilleville Indiana, one near Chicago Illinois, then Detroit Michigan and of course, St Louis.
Though all are simultaneously offering a second division, some like the essential division we run, ONLY the first place winner of the Elite division will automatically advance to the finals at Midwest in August.
The rules and criteria are identical to that of Midwest with two exceptions:
Poles are all stage poles – no standard competition poles on rigging
Compulsory moves are required for online video roundWe have changed a few things from last year…for example only 3 compulsory moves and the breakdown of scoring is a bit different from last year. Still the same components, just weighted differently.
Emphasis is on polish and form, more so than crazy tricks but as always, if your artistry, showmanship and form are all equal with someone else's then the final call will depend on your skill level.
This is open only to residents of the Midwest states.
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Update – They have also added a "polelesque" division:
Polesque*
A combination of pole dancing and burlesque.This level is open to dancers of all skill levels who incorporate elements of burlesque into their choreography.
Open to dancers of any age (18+) or gender.
Open to all dancers regardless of their months or years of experience.
Solo Performers Only.
2 standard 45mm X-Stage Poles. One pole will be set to static and one to spin. Choice of using both poles or only one.
No limits to the type and skill level of moves allowed.
Winning this division does not secure a spot in the Midwest Pole Competition.
Criteria:
No limits to the type and skill level of moves allowed.
3 Compulsory moves: done in any order
One spin combo on static of at least 2 spins, both upright or horizontal, each with one full rotation around the pole for each spin. May not touch the floor between these two spins.
One layback (thigh hang, ankle hang, cross ankle release).
One acrobatic combo of any level consisting of two or more positions on the pole.
At least half of allotted performance time must be spent on pole.
Props are allowed, but setup and breakdown must take less than 60 seconds.
Contestants will be judged on: extensions, transitions, overall execution of tricks and/or spins, creativity and grace in clothing removal, musicality, stage presence/command of audience, and theatricality and costuming.
It is not required, but contestants may strip down as far as pasties and/or merkins.
All performances must comply with all local nudity laws.
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So I had a private lesson with Michelle Mynx, who is hosting the Gateway competition. It was my first time at her studio, and dancing with her, and I have to say it was very informative! I am still not decided if which division to enter, she did confirm that I have the skill level to enter any of the 3 divisions. So I'm really deciding between submitting for both essentials and elite, or just elite. I'm just concerned that I would get overwhelmed trying to create unique routines for each division. I guess I'll do some freestyle and see how I feel when I film my submissions this weekend. She did say that the deadline has been extended – though it has yet to be updated on the website. Really nervous to try this, but excited at the same time! I'm looking forward to seeing all the talented girls perform and perhaps make some new pole buddies! She also told me that Aerial Amy will be a judge and will be teaching workshops that weekend! SCORE! Time to booty pop? LOL.
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I have such a high regard for Michelle. Go for it.
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I SUBMITTED TO ELITE!!!
I filmed my submission like 10 times, and although I didn't do as much as I want to do in the competition, I focused on doing the compulsory moves really well. Hoping some more practice sessions and new trick combos will clean up my routine if I get accepted. Crossing my fingers and hoping for the best. Here is a link of my video!
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Best of Luck!!!
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Good luck!! You should be proud of yourself for submitting!!
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Thanks for the support ladies! 🙂 They announce the finalists on Feb 9.
I wonder how many people ended up actually submitting videos?!? Only 3 have been publicly posted on YT, but there was also an option to post it privately and just send in the link.
I’m totally nervous and excited at the same time. Lol.
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Last year I remember there being only a handful of videos public on YouTube but there were over a hundred submissions, so who knows… I think most people post privately. Good luck and yay for you for entering!
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I entered the Essentials Division, but my entry is unlisted.
Did anybody else here enter Essentials…? :/
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We had almost 50 applicants total for the elite divisions among the four different events!
Most of them are unlisted. I was watching for them online myself but couldn't see them until the applications actually came in to us.
Best of luck to everyone!!!
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I MADE IT INTO ELITE!!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif
So excited to be in my first competition!
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Which comp JB??
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DUH….I just remember you posted it in the first post of this thread.
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