Group choreography (8 competitors, any composition), utilizing the Aerobic basic steps and arm movements with equipment (Step), performing to the music. The routine must NOT include any Difficulty and Acrobatic elements. The Choreography must have a “THEME” and must express within the choreography. The routine must use the Step (platform) to the maximum throughout the routine by stepping with Aerobic Basic Steps in combination with arm movements. The routine must include consecutive 3sets of 8-count (24-counts) stepping performed by all members on the same Step (platform) without moving or changing the Step. One of the important aspects is the SYNCHRONIZATION of the all members as a unit. Acrobatic and/or difficulty elements are not allowed.
CATEGORIE:
AEROBIC STEP GROUP: 8 competitors
(males/females/mixed)
(males/females/mixed)
AGE
Senior: 18 years or more in the year of the competition Junior: 15-17 in the year of the competition
COMPETITON AREA
10m x 10m
MUSIC LENGTH
Senior: 1’ 25” ± 5” Junior: 1’ 20” ± 5”
MUSIC
Any style of music (world famous or well-known music is recommended)
COLLABORATION
Maximum of 3 collaborations in the whole routine.
JUDGES
CJP (1), E-Jury (4-6), A-Jury (4-6), L-Jury (2), T-Jury (1)
DRESS CODE
Athletic Appearance. Unitard or Two-piece leotard (Pants, long leggings, shorts and tops) is allowed. The underwear must not be seen. Correct support must be worn. The attire can be different between the members but should be harmonized. Too large (loose) clothes are not allowed. The competitor must wear supportive aerobic or sports shoes. Hair must be secured to the head. Additional items (tubes, sticks, balls, etc.), and accessories (belts, braces, bands, etc.) are not allowed. Attire depicting war, violence or religious themes is forbidden. No sequins allowed for men. A skirt that does not fall further than the pelvic area over the leotard, tights or the unitard is allowed (as in Rhythmic Gymnastics). The style of the skirt (cut or decorations) is free, but the look of a ballet “tutu” is forbidden. Body paint is not allowed. Only skin colour taping is allowed (no braces/grips). Leotards that are almost all skin coloured (see Glossary) are not allowed. It appears as nudity on TV.