Age Categories

  • Age is determined by how your old you are on the day of the competition.
  • Duo/Trio and Group ages are determined by the average age of the dancers.
  • If a protest regarding age arises, all competitors must be prepared to present proof of age.
  • Each entry will be placed in one of the following age groups based on the average age of all competitors in the routine.
  • Average age should be calculated by adding up the age of each competitor (as of the first day of competition) and dividing by the total number of competitors in the routine
Age Group Age
Starlets 8 and under
Rising Stars 9-11
Shooting Stars 12-14
Shining Stars 15 years and over