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Devil DanceSport Invitational Rules and Information Packet

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Devil DanceSport presents

Saturday, October 27th, 2018Sun Devil Fitness ComplexArizona State University

Tempe, Arizona

Deadline for entries: October 8th, 2018www.devildancesport.com

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Greetings from Arizona!Devil DanceSport is pleased to invite you and your team to the eleventh annual Devil DanceSport Invitational! Our competition will again be held in the friendly confines of the ASU Tempe campus in the heart of the Valley of the Sun.

Last year, our competition saw over 160 competitors register for over 1,600 entries in 145 events. Due to this popularity, the Devil DanceSport Invitational has become the largest collegiate/amateur ballroom dance competition in the state of Arizona.

The competition will include amateur single-dance events and multi-dance events for individual partnerships. These events cover the American Rhythm, American Smooth, International Latin and International Standard dances; nightclub dances such as Salsa, West Coast Swing, and Lindy Hop; and many more.

As in previous years, our upper-division heats are open to all amateur competitors; this means that non-collegiate competitors will be able to register for Gold single-dance heats, Novice, Pre-Champ and Open multi-dance events, as well as our open Nightclub single-dance heats. We will also be bringing back our popular intercollegiate heats, where our competitors get to dance with students from other schools, and our mixed-proficiency Rookie-Veteran events, where Newcomers and Bronze dancers partner with dancers from Silver level and above. These fun events allow less experienced dancers to partner with peers that they would otherwise not usually dance with! Finally, in keeping with the collegiate tradition, we will be again offering team matches pitting universities against each other, including our popular Newcomer Team Match.

Because Devil DanceSport recognizes that many college students need to stretch their dancing dollars, the Invitational has one entry fee for all of the events and competitors are allowed to register for up to three different competitive levels in each style, as well as Rookie-Veteran.

Finally, there will be a social dance the night before to allow attendees to practice on the competition floor and meet fellow competitors. The event will begin at 7:00 p.m. in SDFC 3-Bay Gym and is open to all competitors, students, and members of the larger community.

The following is our complete DDSI Information Packet, with all the information you need to plan your trip to Tempe, Arizona. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us directly at [email protected], or at our Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/666434777067358).

We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, October 27, 2018!James Malone President, Devil DanceSport

Deadline for Entries: October 8, 2018




https://www.facebook.com/events/666434777067358



Tentative Competition ScheduleNOTE: This schedule is subject to drastic change, depending on the number of preliminary rounds needed for each event offered at the Invitational. A more detailed schedule will be published online after the registration deadline.

Friday NightSocial Dance7:00 p.m. Social dance starts; Early Competitor Check-In 8:30 p.m. Social Mixers; Intercollegiate Event Forms Available10:00 p.m. End of dance

SaturdayMorning Session — Single-Dance Ballroom Events8:00 a.m. Doors Open; Competitor Check-In Begins9:00 a.m. American Smooth Single Dance Events10:30 a.m. International Standard Single Dance Events11:45 a.m. Lunch Break

Afternoon Session — Single-Dance Latin Events12:30 p.m. American Rhythm Single Dance Events2:15 p.m. International Latin Single Dance Events4:00 p.m. Nightclub Dances5:30 p.m. Dinner Break

Evening Session — Rookie-Veteran, Multi-Dance and Team Events6:00 p.m. American Smooth Rookie-Veteran / Multi-Dance7:00 p.m. International Standard Rookie-Veteran / Multi-Dance7:45 p.m. Intercollegiate Events8:15 p.m. American Rhythm Rookie-Veteran /Multi-Dance9:15 p.m. International Latin Rookie-Veteran / Multi-Dance10:15 p.m. Team Matches





Competition PricesAll registration/entry fees for competitors include admission to the ballroom for the social dance Friday night and admission into all Saturday sessions. The single entry fee allows each competitor to register for unlimited events, within the restrictions set in the Rules and Regulations section below.$55.00 Amateur Competitor Registration/Entry fee $45.00 Collegiate Competitor Registration/Entry fee$10.00 Late fee (charged for new registrations postmarked after October 8)$5.00 Saturday Spectator Tickets (children 5 or younger admitted free of charge)

Social Dance PricesCompetitor entry fees include free admission into social dance. Non-competitors (i.e. community members) are invited to attend; admission prices for the Friday night festivities are listed below.

$10.00 General Admission$5.00 Student Admission (must present valid student ID at the door)

Dance KeyThe following abbreviations are used in the individual entry forms for the Devil DanceSport Invitational:

W: WaltzT: Tango

VW: Viennese WaltzF: Foxtrot

QS: QuickstepS: Samba

CC: Cha ChaR: Rumba

PD: Paso DobleJ: Jive

SW: East Coast SwingB: Bolero

M: MamboSa: Salsa

Me: MerengueBa: BachataA: Argentine Tango

LH: Lindy HopWC: West Coast

Swing

H: HustleP: Polka

NC: Nightclub Two Step

Pr: Progressive Two-Step

Rh: Rhythm Two-Step





Rules and Regulations

Eligibility● The Invitational is open to all amateur ballroom dancers who are affiliated

(e.g. students, staff, faculty, recent alumni) with a university, college, high school, elementary school, or other educational institutions.

● Community members are welcome to participate in the Invitational. However, at least one member of each partnership must satisfy the academic affiliation requirements stated above to participate without being subject to level restrictions.

● Amateur DanceSport athletes who do not satisfy the academic affiliation requirements listed above may compete at the Devil DanceSport Invitational; however, these competitors may only register in Silver, Gold, Open Nightclub, Novice, Pre-Championship or Open events.

● Neither the leader nor the follower may be a professional DanceSport athlete registered with NDCA, USA Dance, WDC or WDSF.

● All events are open to leaders and followers of either gender.

Entry Restrictions● Any one individual can enter in up to a total of three single-dance and

multi-dance levels (e.g. two single-dance levels and one multi-dance level, or two multi-dance levels and one single-dance level) in any given style (Rhythm/Latin/Smooth/Standard). We encourage all dancers to enter in as many events as they are eligible for.

● Rookie-Veteran events do not count towards the three-level limit. ● If an individual is dancing more than one single-dance level in a given

style, then he/she is only allowed to register for two consecutive levels of single-dance events within that style. The same rule applies for dancers competing in more than one multi-dance event in a given style.





● Examples:Acceptable registrations Unacceptable registrations

● Bronze/Silver Smooth● Bronze/Silver/Novice Standard● Bronze/Silver Latin AND

Silver/Gold Rhythm

● Newcomer/Silver Smooth ● Bronze/Silver/Gold Latin● Bronze/Silver/Novice/Pre-Champ

Rhythm

Registration● All entries must be postmarked by the registration deadline (October 8th,

2018) to be guaranteed to be in the competition’s official program. Entries postmarked after this date are subject to a late fee, are not guaranteed to be in the official program, and will be accepted only if they do not significantly disrupt the schedule of events, at the organizers’ discretion.

● Entries received after October 20th, 2018 will not be processed. A competitor wishing to register after October 20th, 2018 must register in person at the Invitational, and his/her entries must be added manually at the competition using the Drop/Add forms available on-site.

● Event additions and scratches may be done by:a) Mailing an amended entry form before the registration deadline

(October 8th, 2018)b) E-mailing the Invitational’s registrar ([email protected])

before October 20th, 2018c) Using Drop/Add forms available at the social dance/Invitational.

● Note: Drop/Add forms will only be processed before the start of the session containing the heats to be added or dropped and will only be accepted if they do not delay the competition’s schedule, at the scrutineer’s discretion.

● Dancers who go on the floor for a heat they did not register in (“jumping onto the floor”) will not be scored.

● The organizers reserve the right to combine or cancel any heats where less than three couples have registered by the October 8th, 2018 registration deadline.






Syllabus Levels● All syllabus-level events are single-dance events.● The Newcomer category is reserved for dancers who have never

competed or who have been dancing less than one year. ● All Newcomer, Bronze, and Silver events, as well as the Gold

International style events, are closed syllabus only. These events may be invigilated, and a violation of the syllabus is cause for disqualification. See the NDCA syllabus for approved steps.

● Open choreography is allowed in single-dance events at the Gold American skill level.

Multi-Dance Events● Participants competing in multi-dance events must dance all the dances

that comprise the event in order to be scored.● Open choreography is allowed in all multi-dance events.

Rookie-Veteran Mixed-Proficiency Events● All Rookie-Veteran events are single-dance mixed-proficiency events. All

partnerships registered for Rookie-Veteran events must be composed of one Rookie dancer and one Veteran dancer.

● Due to the mixed proficiency nature of the events, only the Rookie dancer will be scored; as a result, Rookie-Rookie couples may not register for these events.

● Rookie-Veteran partnerships may not be comprised of competitors who danced together in syllabus single-dance or open multi-dance events.

● Rookie-Veteran events will be run in a single combined division, where both Rookie leaders and Rookie followers competing in the same heats.

● A dancer is classified as a Veteran if any of the following criteria apply:a) Registered to dance any Silver, Gold, Pre-Championship or Open-

level heats at the Invitational;b) Have competed for two (2) years or more;





● A Rookie dancer is defined as a dancer who is eligible to dance as a Newcomer or Bronze competitor in the Invitational’s single-dance events, and does not meet any of the criteria to be classified as a Veteran.

● All Rookie-Veteran Mixed-Proficiency events will be closed silver syllabus only. A violation of the syllabus is cause for disqualification. See the NDCA syllabus for approved steps.

Nightclub and Intercollegiate Events● All nightclub dance events, with the exception of the Newcomer-level

events, are “anything goes”—that is, all levels will compete together and lifts, drops, tricks, etc. are all acceptable. Open choreography is allowed on all “anything goes” events.

● The Newcomer Salsa, Newcomer Merengue, and Newcomer Bachata events are open only to dancers eligible to compete in the Newcomer division for closed-syllabus events. Lifts, drops, and tricks will not be allowed in these events.

● Dancers eligible to compete in Newcomer Nightclub events (e.g. Newcomer Salsa) may also register for the Open Nightclub heat in that dance.

● Intercollegiate single-dance events will be offered at the Invitational. Competitors will be able to sign up for these events using Drop/Add forms on the day of the competition and at the social dance the evening before the Invitational. Both members of the partnership must be from different colleges/universities/studios. Additional information about intercollegiate events will be announced a few weeks prior to the Invitational via email and the Facebook event.

Team Matches● Two team match events will be offered: a “themed” team match, and a

Newcomer team match. Schools should register for the team matches by mailing a Team Entry Form before October 8th, 2018.

● Each school is only allowed to enter one set of participants in the themed team match, and one set of participants in the Newcomer team match. The





only exception to this rule occurs when there is more than one distinct collegiate team from one school; in this case, each collegiate team is treated as a separate school.

● In order to compete in the Newcomer team match, both members of a couple must be eligible to dance in the Newcomer division for closed-syllabus events.

● No individual may compete in more than one dance within each team match event.

● Non-collegiate studios may register for the “themed” team match, but may not register for the Newcomer team match.

● Collegiate teams are strongly encouraged to compete with entirely different rosters for each team match.

● The dances that will comprise the themed team match will be announced a few weeks prior to the Invitational via email and via the Facebook event.

● The dances that will comprise the Newcomer team match will be selected through a random drawing during the competition.

Attire and Costumes● Costumes (attire with reflective fabric, light effects, feathers, rhinestones,

etc.) are allowed at all levels, but not required.● With the exception of Nightclub events, no shorts or jeans should be worn

while competing.● The Chairman of Adjudicators has the authority to enforce the “Good

Taste” rule for inappropriate/offensive costumes or dress.





Travel and Accommodations

Location and ParkingThe Devil DanceSport Invitational will be hosted in the Sun Devil Fitness Complex (SDFC), which is located in the southern half of the ASU Tempe Campus. The address of the SDFC is 400 E. Apache Blvd. Tempe, AZ 85287.

Multiple free parking options for the Devil DanceSport Invitational are available in the ASU Tempe campus. The closest lot to the Sun Devil Fitness Complex is the Apache Boulevard Parking Structure, which is located on Normal Avenue just north of Apache Boulevard.

Additional free parking near the SDFC is available in the following lots and structures:

● Lot 3 (unless an event is taking place at ASU Gammage Auditorium)● Rural Road Parking Structure (must enter structure through either the

Rural Road or the Lemon Street entrance; parking in the structure’s visitor side through the Terrace Road entrance is not free on weekends)

● Tyler Street Parking Structure

Note: While Devil DanceSport attempted to make free parking information for the Tempe campus as accurate as we could, this information is subject to change due to special events or other circumstances. Make sure to check the ASU Parking and Transit Services website at www.asu.edu/parking for the most up-to-date parking information.

DrivingThe Apache Boulevard Parking Structure (main parking lot for DDSI) is approximately located at 300 E Lemon St, Tempe, AZ 85281. If GPS is not available, use the following instructions:

● From Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport: Follow signs



http://www.asu.edu/parking



towards the airport’s east exit (AZ Loop 202, AZ 143); at the east exit, follow signs towards AZ Loop 202 East (Tempe – Mesa); Take Exit 7 (Scottsdale Rd., Rural Rd.) and turn right (southbound); turn right (westbound) at Apache Blvd.; turn right (northbound) at Normal Ave. to reach the Apache Boulevard Parking Structure.

● From Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport: Take northbound Sossaman Road; turn left (westbound) at Ray Road; turn right (northbound) onto Power Road; turn right to merge onto eastbound AZ Loop 202; take Exit 30B towards westbound US-60 towards Phoenix; Take Exit 174 (Rural Rd.) and turn right (northbound); turn left (westbound) at Apache Blvd.; turn right (northbound) at Normal Ave. to reach the Apache Boulevard Parking Structure.

● From the south via I-10 (Tucson, Casa Grande): Take Exit 153B (Broadway Rd.) and turn right (eastbound); turn left (northbound) at Mill Ave.; turn right (eastbound) at Apache Blvd.; turn left (northbound) at Normal Ave. to reach the Apache Boulevard Parking Structure.

● From the east via U.S. 60 (Globe, Safford): Take Exit 174 (Rural Rd.) and turn right (northbound); turn left (westbound) at Apache Blvd.; turn right (northbound) at Normal Ave. to reach the Apache Boulevard Parking Structure.

● From the north via I-17 (Flagstaff, Prescott): Take Exit 200A (I-10 East, towards Tucson); take Exit 147A (AZ Loop 202 East); Take Exit 7 (Scottsdale Rd., Rural Rd.) and turn right (southbound); turn right (westbound) at Apache Blvd.; turn right (northbound) at Normal Ave. to reach the Apache Boulevard Parking Structure.

● From the northwest via US-93 (Kingman, Las Vegas): In the Wickenburg traffic circle, take the 2nd exit towards eastbound U.S. 60; turn right to join southbound AZ Loop 101; take Exit 1B (eastbound I-10 toward Phoenix);





take Exit 147A (AZ Loop 202 East); Take Exit 7 (Scottsdale Rd., Rural Rd.) and turn right (southbound); turn right (westbound) at Apache Blvd.; turn right (northbound) at Normal Ave. to reach the Apache Boulevard Parking Structure.

● From the west via I-10 (Yuma, Los Angeles, San Diego, Las Vegas): Take Exit 147A (AZ Loop 202 East); Take Exit 7 (Scottsdale Rd., Rural Rd.) and turn right (southbound); turn right (westbound) at Apache Blvd.; turn right (northbound) at Normal Ave. to reach the Apache Boulevard Parking Structure.

Transit Phoenix’s public transportation system is the easiest way to get from the airport to ASU. At the airport you can board a shuttle or the PHX Sky Train to the nearest light rail station (44th Street and Washington). From there take the eastbound train to the station at University and Rural on the ASU Tempe campus. One ride costs $2. Some hotels provide airport shuttles as well. Additional information on the Valley of the Sun’s transit system is available at http://www.valleymetro.org.

If you have any questions regarding transportation or hotels email [email protected] with “DDSI Transport” in the subject line. We will do our best to provide you with assistance.

LodgingHotels within one mile of the competition site are listed below. Additional hotels near the Arizona State University Tempe Campus are available from the Tempe Tourism Office at http://www.tempetourism.com/discover-tempe/asu/:



http://www.valleymetro.org/


http://www.tempetourism.com/discover-tempe/asu/

http://www.tempetourism.com/discover-tempe/asu/



AC Hotel Phoenix Tempe/Downtown100 E Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ(480) 642-6140http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/phxac-ac-hotel-phoenix-tempe-downtown/

Aloft Tempe951 E Playa del Norte Dr, Tempe, AZ(480) 621-3300http://www.alofttempe.com/

Best Western Inn of Tempe670 N Scottsdale Rd, Tempe, AZ(480) 784-2233http://www.bestwesternarizona.com/hotels/best-western-inn-of-tempe

Courtyard Tempe Downtown601 S Ash Ave, Tempe, AZ(480) 966-2800http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/phxte-courtyard-tempe-downtown/

Moxy Phoenix/Tempe/ASU1333 S Rural Rd, Tempe, AZ(480) 968-3451http://moxy-hotels.marriott.com/hotels/tempe

Graduate Tempe Hotel225 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, AZ(480) 967-9431http://graduatetempe.com

Holiday Inn Express1031 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, AZ(480) 966-7202http://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/tempe/phxte/hoteldetail

Residence Inn Tempe Downtown/University510 S Forest Ave, Tempe, AZ (480) 967-2300http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/phxtd-residence-inn-tempe-downtown-university/

Super 8 Tempe/ASU/Airport1020 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, AZ(480) 967-8891http://www.super8.com/hotels/arizona/tempe/super-8-tempe-asu-airport/hotel-overview

Tempe Mission Palms60 E 5th Street, Tempe, AZ(480) 894-1400http://www.missionpalms.com/

University Inn & Suites902 S Mill Ave, Tempe, AZ(480) 966-7221http://universityinntempe.com/

FoodThe Memorial Union is the primary hub of the ASU Tempe campus, and is a short walk away from the Sun Devil Fitness Complex.

The MU has dozens of food options for our competitors and spectators. Visit



http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/phxac-ac-hotel-phoenix-tempe-downtown/

http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/phxac-ac-hotel-phoenix-tempe-downtown/

http://www.alofttempe.com/

http://www.bestwesternarizona.com/hotels/best-western-inn-of-tempe

http://www.bestwesternarizona.com/hotels/best-western-inn-of-tempe

http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/phxte-courtyard-tempe-downtown/

http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/phxte-courtyard-tempe-downtown/

http://moxy-hotels.marriott.com/hotels/tempe

http://moxy-hotels.marriott.com/hotels/tempe

http://graduatetempe.com/

http://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/tempe/phxte/hoteldetail

http://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/tempe/phxte/hoteldetail

http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/phxtd-residence-inn-tempe-downtown-university/



http://www.super8.com/hotels/arizona/tempe/super-8-tempe-asu-airport/hotel-overview



http://www.missionpalms.com/

http://universityinntempe.com/



https://eoss.asu.edu/mu/whats_in/dining for full details of what the MU offers.

Campus MapSun Devil Fitness Complex — Competition SiteMemorial Union — FoodFree parking the day of the competitionLight Rail Station



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