A) Music & Musicality:
Selection :
Any kind of music can be used. A good musical selection will help establish the structure and pace, as well as the theme of the exercise. It will support and highlight the performance of required elements of difficulty and facilitate their execution. There must be a strong cohesion between the overall performance and the choice of music.
For the second style, it is recommended to use a different music from the main theme in order to be recognizable as a different style.
Composition & Structure :
Technically the music must be perfect, without any abrupt cuts, giving a sense of one music piece, it should flow, with a clear start and clear ending, with well integrated sound effects (if they are included), respecting the musical phrases that can be 8 counts or not, but must respect a structure. The recording and mixing of music must be of professional quality and well integrated.
If for a second style a different music is used, it must be 32 counts of music clearly recognizable and different from the main theme, and well integrated.
Usage (Musicality) :
Musicality is the ability of a performer or performers to interpret music and to demonstrate not only its rhythm and speed, but also its flow, shape, intensity and passion within his or her physical performance.
All movements must fit perfectly with the chosen music.
The style of the routine must harmonize with the idea of the music.
The composition of the movements must harmonize with the music structure (rhythm, beats, accents, and phrase), and timing.
The second style must be interpreted.
Any kind of music can be used. A good musical selection will help establish the structure and pace, as well as the theme of the exercise. It will support and highlight the performance of required elements of difficulty and facilitate their execution. There must be a strong cohesion between the overall performance and the choice of music.
For the second style, it is recommended to use a different music from the main theme in order to be recognizable as a different style.
Composition & Structure :
Technically the music must be perfect, without any abrupt cuts, giving a sense of one music piece, it should flow, with a clear start and clear ending, with well integrated sound effects (if they are included), respecting the musical phrases that can be 8 counts or not, but must respect a structure. The recording and mixing of music must be of professional quality and well integrated.
If for a second style a different music is used, it must be 32 counts of music clearly recognizable and different from the main theme, and well integrated.
Usage (Musicality) :
Musicality is the ability of a performer or performers to interpret music and to demonstrate not only its rhythm and speed, but also its flow, shape, intensity and passion within his or her physical performance.
All movements must fit perfectly with the chosen music.
The style of the routine must harmonize with the idea of the music.
The composition of the movements must harmonize with the music structure (rhythm, beats, accents, and phrase), and timing.
The second style must be interpreted.
B) Aerobic Content:
In the Aerobic Content, the Aerobic Movement Patterns (AMP) are evaluated throughout the routine.
Complexity/Variety :
In order to differentiate Aerobic Dance from just a Dance routine, AMP Sequences must be shown throughout the routine. AMP is the base of the Aerobic Dance and main (principal) characteristic.
AMP must include many variations of steps with arm movements, utilizing basic steps to produce complex combinations with a high level of body coordination and must be recognizable as continuous movement patterns.
Creativity :
The AMP sequences must be used to enhance the performance and while respecting the nature of the aerobic gymnastics discipline.
The AMP sequences must have high correlations with the theme and the style of the music. There must be a reason why to include that arm(s) movement, without losing the style of the choreography. The use of the head and the torso during the execution of the AMP may be another possibility to include in the choreography.
It is recommended to show high level of creativity in the AMP sequences, especially by using the music style and accents, but without repetitions and in sport manner. The second style must be clearly different from the rest of the choreography and must show high degree of creativity
Intensity :
Intensity is a measure of the energy and dynamism of the routine and majority of the routine intensity depends on AMP movements. Therefore, AMP sequences must be performed without any unnecessary pauses and with energy and vigour to maintain with a high intensity level from the beginning to the end. But this does not mean to jog around to cover the competition space.
Small pauses are allowed provided that they match with the music and the style of the choreography.
In the second style, it is not necessary to show a high level of intensity. It depends of on the style of the choreography.
Complexity/Variety :
In order to differentiate Aerobic Dance from just a Dance routine, AMP Sequences must be shown throughout the routine. AMP is the base of the Aerobic Dance and main (principal) characteristic.
AMP must include many variations of steps with arm movements, utilizing basic steps to produce complex combinations with a high level of body coordination and must be recognizable as continuous movement patterns.
Creativity :
The AMP sequences must be used to enhance the performance and while respecting the nature of the aerobic gymnastics discipline.
The AMP sequences must have high correlations with the theme and the style of the music. There must be a reason why to include that arm(s) movement, without losing the style of the choreography. The use of the head and the torso during the execution of the AMP may be another possibility to include in the choreography.
It is recommended to show high level of creativity in the AMP sequences, especially by using the music style and accents, but without repetitions and in sport manner. The second style must be clearly different from the rest of the choreography and must show high degree of creativity
Intensity :
Intensity is a measure of the energy and dynamism of the routine and majority of the routine intensity depends on AMP movements. Therefore, AMP sequences must be performed without any unnecessary pauses and with energy and vigour to maintain with a high intensity level from the beginning to the end. But this does not mean to jog around to cover the competition space.
Small pauses are allowed provided that they match with the music and the style of the choreography.
In the second style, it is not necessary to show a high level of intensity. It depends of on the style of the choreography.
C) General Content:
Evaluations of the “Other Content” moves are as follows:
Complexity/Variety :
The movements are complex when they are composed of many interconnected parts and they are so complicated and are hard to perform, and they should be more highly awarded. The athlete who takes this option should benefit.
To evaluate the variety of the routines, the artistic judges will take into consideration that all of these movements must be without repetition or reiteration of the same or similar types of movements. These should include different actions, different forms, and different types of movements and different physical capacities.
Creativity :
A creative composition of the routine (movement) means that it has been constructed and is performed creating meaningful new ideas, forms, interpretations, originality, progressiveness, and avoiding monotony, that together with the use of the music and an excellent execution, makes the movement(s) unique, with unique and creative characteristics.
The originality in the second style will be an essential factor.
Fluency :
The connection from/to movements must be smooth and fluid.
All movements presented in the routine must be linked without any unnecessary pauses, smoothly, easily performed, without showing fatigue (laborious/hesitant) or be heavy, showing agility.
- 2nd style movements
- Transitions / Linking
- Physical Interactions
- Lifts
- Other discipline moves (if included)
Complexity/Variety :
The movements are complex when they are composed of many interconnected parts and they are so complicated and are hard to perform, and they should be more highly awarded. The athlete who takes this option should benefit.
To evaluate the variety of the routines, the artistic judges will take into consideration that all of these movements must be without repetition or reiteration of the same or similar types of movements. These should include different actions, different forms, and different types of movements and different physical capacities.
Creativity :
A creative composition of the routine (movement) means that it has been constructed and is performed creating meaningful new ideas, forms, interpretations, originality, progressiveness, and avoiding monotony, that together with the use of the music and an excellent execution, makes the movement(s) unique, with unique and creative characteristics.
The originality in the second style will be an essential factor.
- Originality with the idea of the choreography and the theme selected
- Originality of the 2nd style selected and well integrated.
- Originality in utilizing other discipline’s movements.
Fluency :
The connection from/to movements must be smooth and fluid.
All movements presented in the routine must be linked without any unnecessary pauses, smoothly, easily performed, without showing fatigue (laborious/hesitant) or be heavy, showing agility.
D) Use of the Space and Formations:
Competition area must be effectively used with balance of travelling. A balance of travelling must contribute to the effective use of a competition area. Travelling must be shown in all directions and distances.
Travelling traces :
It is expected that the gymnast(s) use the competition space in balanced way by using AMP sequences, (not only by running or jogging around)
Throughout the routine, travelling must be shown in all directions (forward, backward, laterally, diagonally and circular), long and short distances, without repetition of similar traces/tracks.
Distribution and balance :
All the components of the routine must be properly distributed on within the competition area throughout the routine
The whole competition area must be effectively used throughout the routine with showing a well balance structure of the choreography (not only the corners and the center of the competition space)
Formations:
Formations include positions / positioning of the partners and the way in which they change positions to another formation or in the same formation while they are performing AMP or other movements, and distances between the competitors.
Throughout the routine, different formations and different positions of the team-mates must be shown (including distances between gymnasts far versus close)
The formation changes must be fluent, showing originality and complexity.
Travelling traces :
It is expected that the gymnast(s) use the competition space in balanced way by using AMP sequences, (not only by running or jogging around)
Throughout the routine, travelling must be shown in all directions (forward, backward, laterally, diagonally and circular), long and short distances, without repetition of similar traces/tracks.
Distribution and balance :
All the components of the routine must be properly distributed on within the competition area throughout the routine
The whole competition area must be effectively used throughout the routine with showing a well balance structure of the choreography (not only the corners and the center of the competition space)
Formations:
Formations include positions / positioning of the partners and the way in which they change positions to another formation or in the same formation while they are performing AMP or other movements, and distances between the competitors.
Throughout the routine, different formations and different positions of the team-mates must be shown (including distances between gymnasts far versus close)
The formation changes must be fluent, showing originality and complexity.
E) Artistry:
Artistry is the ability of the gymnast(s) to transform the composition from a well-structured routine into an artistic performance. All members of the group must, therefore, demonstrate Expression and Partnership in addition to the impeccable execution of all of movements.
Quality:
Competitor(s) must give a clean athletic impression with high quality movements (clear and sharp). The athletic impression must be appropriate for an Aerobic Dance.
Expression:
Expression is how a group of gymnasts generally present themselves to the jury and the public. It includes attitude and range of emotion that is expressed not only on the faces, but also in the bodies of the gymnasts. It is the ability to ‘exhibit’ a style throughout the performance and in conjunction with other partners and the ability to control/manage expression during the performance of the most difficult or complex movements. Through expression, the gymnast is able to transform movements and choreography into a singular artistic whole
Partnership:
Partnership is the ‘connection’ or tangible (visible or palpable) relationship between partners in a performance (a look, a subtle touch, perfect unison of execution, trust…). The ability to work together or apart while maintaining this relationship. The ability to highlight or underscore the performance of his or her partner. The ability of this partnership to transcend (go beyond) their own relationship and to evoke or touch the audience, as well as the jury.
Evaluation:
Refer to Appendix 1 in each area and adapt to Aerobic Dance.
Quality:
Competitor(s) must give a clean athletic impression with high quality movements (clear and sharp). The athletic impression must be appropriate for an Aerobic Dance.
Expression:
Expression is how a group of gymnasts generally present themselves to the jury and the public. It includes attitude and range of emotion that is expressed not only on the faces, but also in the bodies of the gymnasts. It is the ability to ‘exhibit’ a style throughout the performance and in conjunction with other partners and the ability to control/manage expression during the performance of the most difficult or complex movements. Through expression, the gymnast is able to transform movements and choreography into a singular artistic whole
Partnership:
Partnership is the ‘connection’ or tangible (visible or palpable) relationship between partners in a performance (a look, a subtle touch, perfect unison of execution, trust…). The ability to work together or apart while maintaining this relationship. The ability to highlight or underscore the performance of his or her partner. The ability of this partnership to transcend (go beyond) their own relationship and to evoke or touch the audience, as well as the jury.
Evaluation:
Refer to Appendix 1 in each area and adapt to Aerobic Dance.
