Beyond the Barre: Rules and Guidelines

​General Rules

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• All Dancers must be registered with a studio in British Columbia. No independent entries will be accepted.

• 90% of training hours must be in a studio located  in BC. BTB reserves the right to ask for verification 

• Entries will not be processed until full payment is received, no exceptions.

• Re-dances are permitted in Level One  categories only. Re-dances are permitted in all categories due to technical problems or anything not of the dancer’s fault.

• Categories may be combined or separated based on entries received and at the discretion of the Committee.

• Choreography may contain props. All props must be stage safe and must not mark,  scratch , dent or otherwise damage the flooring. Any damage charges  to the floors, stage or theater will be the responsibilty of the studio and payable directly to the venue.

• Dance offs are not accepted at Beyond the Barre. All entries must be competed in the section assigned.

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Entry Information

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REGISTRATION OPENS MONDAY NOV 2, 2026 at 8AM
ENTRIES AND FEES DUE BY DECEMBER 1, 2026 AT 6PM

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• Entry fees are non-refundable.  The Committee reserves the right to refuse entries.

• Studios can pay by e-transfer to info.bcdea@gmail.com or credit card on the Dance Sync platform.  

  • Studio cheques will not be accepted. 

• Entries will not be processed until full payment is received.

• Entries will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Please enter early!

• Late Entries may be accepted if space permits for an additional fee 

• Schedule sent to email provided on registration forms at least 4 weeks prior to event. Please ensure email provided is correct.

 

Thank you in advance for ensuring all entries are accurate. Any changes to entries after the 2nd draft has been sent to the studio are subject to a $15 change fee per dancer. This includes incorrect levels, categories, dancers, titles etc. 

 

Please note:  Confirmation email from online submission does not guarantee entry. Email from the Committee confirming space and payment received secures your place.
 
Categories​​​

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• Jazz: Dance technique based on isolation of the body and/or contraction release 

• Lyrical Jazz: A Dance that is generally performed to slower tempos and interprets the intent of that piece of  music. This category MUST use soft jazz technique and style utilizing facial and body emotion to portray an idea, story, mood or feeling. 

• Tap: Arms are complementary and coordinated to the footwork. The rhythm of percussion is articulated through the feet and the entire body. The emphasis is on the clarity and shading of sounds, whether they are regular rhythm or syncopated. No dubbing of tap sounds permitted in accompaniment. 

• Theatrical Dance: Dance suitable for a stage or musical production, cabaret, a review, live theatre, etc. Contents must be predominately Dance, choreography should have a character base to it without straight line work; must be composed of a diversified vocabulary of steps and may utilize any Dance genre. Live voice is not permitted; lip-synching is permitted.

• Song and Dance: A routine suited to stage production. Equal effort in dancing, live singing and acting will be an integral part of the overall performance. No recorded vocals are permitted. Song and Dance solos may be four (4) minutes in length. 

• Hip Hop / Street Dance: A constantly evolving form of Dance that relies on individualism and personal style and emphasizes the expressive power of movement----should include but not be limited to choreography that incorporates a blend of contemporary funk and street style with jazz technique. May include moves such as gliding, popping, locking, waving, and utilize house, old school, and new school. May also include gymnastics/power moves or any series of tricks or stunts as long as music, costumes, and lyrics are age appropriate.

• Acrobtic Dance: combines Dance technique with acrobatic elements to seamlessly blend the two mediums. Must be 50% Dance and 50% acrobatic movements. A simple prop may be used if integral to the Dance. Mats may not be used and will not be provided.

 

Levels

STAGE 
Level I (Junior): Age 10 - 12 years 
Level II (Intermediate): Age 15 years and under 
Level III: (Senior) Age: 18 years and under
Provincial Excellence: Age: 22 years and under

• The system will calculate age division using dancer’s age as of December 31, 2026.

Adjudication/Awards 
 

• 1 experienced adjudicator

• Performances receive video adjudications at the conclusion of the event. Techno Monkey Media will send videos are directly to your studio. Videos do not come from FDB

• Awards Sessions to be scheduled based on entries

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Marking System
                                                                                         

PLATINUM                                                         97-100 

Absolutely Outstanding                                                
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DIAMOND                                                         94-96.99   

Excellence for their level                                          
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HIGH GOLD                                                       90-93.99 
Exceptional  

1-2 areas are lacking minimally in refinement            
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GOLD                                                                  85-89.99 
Great Potential

Most areas are secure with room for

continuing improvement                                                     
 

SILVER                                                                 80-84.99                      
Solid foundation ~ Good base

established room for progress in all areas            

1st, 2nd, 3rd will be awarded in all flights

 

Music

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All music must be uploaded to DanceSync by January 15, 2027
Please be sure to carry backup copies of all music.
Electronic connections will be available.

Time Limits

Solos 3 minutes ( exception Song and Dance may be 4 minutes )

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Audience / Dancer Information

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• Admission for audience is $ 5 per session or $12 per day  

 

Additional Details:

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• Dancers are timed from the first note of the music until the last dancer exits the stage.

• All dances are timed by Beyond the Barre

• Please ensure prop set-up and take-down is prompt. Please note: props that will remain on site must have prior permission from BTB

• ​Dancers are FREE for the competition event with a sign in each day. 

• At the request of the event choreographers there is to be NO camera or video equipment of any kind used in the theatre by anyone other than TMM.

• Theater staff will be monitoring this and you could be asked to leave the theater and dancers can be disqualified should you choose not to adhere to this.

• ​Professional photographers and-or videographers will be at the event .

• Doors to theatre will open 1hr prior to the start of each day.

• Doors to the change rooms and lobby will open 1hr prior to the start of each day.

• Programs : can be found online at 

• BTB Will not be live-streamed. 

 

Entry Fees 
 
All fees and related information is sent directly to the Studio Director or studio main contact. Please ensure the we have the correct

email information and a contact cell phone number.