Fox Cities Dance Academy

At ALL COMPETITIONS:

·         Dancers, instructors, parents, and friends are expected to maintain sportsmanship for all teams.  We expect everyone to remember that all teams deserve respect and as the YMCA we have the RESPONSIBILITY to exemplify the values of RESPECT and CARING.

·         All dancers, parents, and instructors will try to sit together when possible in a designated area at competitions to cheer on and support all YMCA dance teams.  Please make every effort to watch all of our groups perform.  It is important to show your support for all of our team members.

·         If dancers do not stay for awards, the student and/or parent must inform their instructor of this ahead of time.  It is then the student’s responsibility to obtain any trophies, ribbons, and awards that were received during their next scheduled class time.

·         Judging: Keep in mind that score sheets represent what a particular set of judges sees on a particular performance on a particular set of days.  The most important thing is that you did the best that you could do.  Scores will vary from competition to competition.  Listen to your instructor for ways in which you can improve your performance.  We will be placing a big emphasis on improvement; every time you improve you are a winner, regardless of your score or place.

We will warm up and rehearse as a team.  It is essential that you be prepared for warm-ups in full hair and make-up and in costume 2 hours before scheduled competing time.  The competition is in control of the schedule, so it is important that we are prepared to perform at any time.