Rules & Info

We welcome all levels of dancers and routine sizes:

• Solo – $150 (Limit 2 per dancer)

• Duet/Trio – $75 per dancer

• Group (4–15 dancers) – $35 per dancer

• Line (16–24 dancers) – $25 per dancer

• Extended Line / Production (25+ dancers) – $20 per dancer

Time Limits:

• Solos, Duet/Trios – 3 minutes

• Groups – 4 minutes

• Line – 6 minutes

• Extended Line / Production – 8 minutes
  Additional time available at $5 per dancer.

Surge welcomes a variety of styles. A few of our primary categories include:

• Ballet – No acro tricks permitted

• Contemporary – Fusion of modern, ballet, and jazz elements

• Jazz & Lyrical – Strong technique with expressive choreography

• Hip Hop – Authentic, stylized street movement

• Musical Theater – Broadway-inspired storytelling

• Tap, Pointe, Open, Acro, and more

Note: Inappropriate music, movements, or costumes may result in a lower score at the judges’ discretion.

All music submitted for routines must be properly licensed for public performance. It is the sole responsibility of the registrant to obtain and maintain the appropriate rights and licensing for any and all music used during the competition. No exceptions will be made.

To maintain a positive and professional environment for all dancers, teachers, and families, we have established the following policy regarding complaints and feedback:

1. No Complaints Accepted On-Site:
We do not accept complaints or concerns during the competition event itself. This includes issues related to scoring, scheduling, awards, adjudication, or any other aspect of the event. Our staff’s priority during the competition is to ensure the event runs smoothly, safely, and fairly for all participants.

2. Submit in Writing After the Event:
If you wish to raise a concern or provide feedback, it must be submitted in writing via email to our office within 7 days after the conclusion of the event. Please include detailed information so we can properly review your concern.

3. Respectful Communication Required:
All correspondence must be respectful and professional. Feedback that is rude, accusatory, or aggressive will not receive a response.

4. Judging Decisions Are Final:
Please note that all judges’ decisions are final and will not be changed after the event under any circumstances.

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Why This Policy Exists:
We believe this policy protects the integrity of the event and allows for thoughtful, fair, and objective consideration of any concerns after the competition has ended.

Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us create a positive experience for everyone involved.

Judging & Awards

• Titanium (294–300)

• Platinum (287–293)

• Gold (279–286)

• Silver (258–278)

• Bronze (0–257)

• Grand Champion Jackets – Awarded to 1st place in each scoring level

• Judges’ Choice – Hand-selected and meaningful

• Top Score Scholarship – $500 scholarship + $500 Surge Gift Certificate