We consider an "amateur competitor" anyone who has not placed first in an amateur or higher level contest at HRH or like events. If you are unsure if you qualify as an amateur, email us at [email protected].
You should enter the Advanced level if you have placed first in an amateur competition or higher at HRH or like event.
You cannot compete in both the amateur and advanced levels in the same role. You may compete in both levels in different roles.
If you are unsure which level to choose, it's a good idea to ask your peers, your dance instructor, or someone who is familiar with your dancing.
Description In a Strictly contest, competitors choose a partner in advance.
Prelims In the preliminary round, competitors are given three songs and dance each song with the same partner. Those who make it through to finals must dance with their same chosen partner. In Strictly contests, air steps are allowed. Please be careful!
Finals formats for strictly competitions
Amateur Strictly: Spotlights to DJ music, one couple at a time, ~1 min 30 sec song
Advanced Strictly: Jam-style (16-8's x2) to live music
Pro-Am: Spotlights to DJ music, multiple couples at a time, couples will dance to two ~2 min songs
HRH is an uptempo dance event! Be prepared to dance to tempos that range from 190 - 240 bpm.
Safety While aerials and lifts are permitted in the strictly contest format, we encourage only partnerships who practice together regularly and throughly prepare and practice safe execution, to make these attempts. There is risk of accident and injury for even the most prepared. In strictly contests, aerials and lifts are performed at your own risk. The Hot Rhythm Foundation and its officers are not liable for accidents or injury on the dance floor.