RANKS AND TITLES The Great Initiation of SHABASH
Rank (category) - is the level of an artist’s stage experience and professional training.
Why do we use “Rank” instead of “Category”?
A category is just a simple division.A rank is the level an artist has already reached. It reflects the artist’s experience, dancing journey, and strength on stage.
For us, it is not just about dividing participants, but about recognizing your level and your place in your own development.Going on our stage in your rank is not just participation in the event, but a real confirmation of your level.
❗️ Based on the results of the Online Initiation, the judges may move an artist to a different rank.❗️A rank opens with at least 7 participants. If there are fewer participants, the organizers reserve the right to combine ranks.
TITLESMain Titles of Each Rank⭐️ Crowned [Rank] (e.g. Crowned Neophyte Witch of Pole Exotic) — the main award of the category. It is given to the artist who receives the highest total score from all judges.
⭐️ Audience Favorite in [Rank] — audience hearts. The title is awarded to the artist who receives the highest score in the audience vote. (The voting will take place in the updated online system during the event and will be available only to viewers in the hall and those watching the online broadcast.)
Special Titles of Each Rank*⭐️ Witch of Technique - title for the highest technical level. Awarded to the artist who receives the highest score in the Technique criterion (clean execution of movements, level and correct performance of basic elements and techniques, body control, coordination, technical preparation, relevance of elements and their match to the chosen style, synchronization for the Coven rank).⭐️ Witch of Stage Fire - title for the strongest stage energy and magnetism. Awarded to the artist who receives the highest score in the Stage Fire criterion (charisma, confidence, connection with the audience, strength of performance, stage presence, facial expression, emotional movement of the body, ability to hold the audience’s attention from the first to the last second).⭐️ Witch of Show Composition - title for the best routine composition. Awarded to the artist who receives the highest score in the Choreography and Show criteria (logic and structure of movement, variety of patterns and transitions, creativity, use of the stage and space, visual impact of the routine, presence of an idea or storyline, overall cohesion of the performance).⭐️ Witch of Musicality - title for the best work with music. Awarded to the artist who receives the highest score in the Musicality criterion (rhythmic precision and musicality of the performance, accuracy in hitting musical accents, ability to work with tempo and pauses, creative interpretation of the music, synchronization of movements with the soundtrack, and the ability to convey the melody through the body).⭐️ Witch of Image & Role - title for the best work with music. Awarded to the artist who receives the highest score in the Musicality criterion (sense of rhythm and musicality in the performance, accuracy in hitting musical accents, ability to work with tempo and pauses, interpretation of the music, synchronization of movement with the music, and the ability to express the melody through the body).
Special Titles and Awards for the Entire Event Day:🌟 Judge’s Special Awards — each judge may give a personal nomination based on their own criteria (charisma, aesthetics, concept, energy, etc.).🌟 Best [Style] Witch of Festival 2026 — the main title of the festival. Awarded by the joint decision of all judges and the SHABASH organizers to the artist whose performance most fully embodies the spirit of the festival and creates true magic on stage, where image, choreography, technique, musicality and performance merge into a harmonious whole and captivate the audience.
❗️ *Important: All special titles are awarded only if a category has 15 or more participants.If a category has 10 to 14 participants, only the main titles and three special titles are awarded (Witch of Technique, Witch of Show Composition, Witch of Image & Role).If a category has fewer than 10 participants, only the main titles are awarded.
RANKS OF Pole Exotic & Pole Art
Neophyte Witch of Pole Exotic (beginners)The first step into the world of the stage, where courage and sincere emotion matter. Here the artist makes their first contact with the audience, and every movement becomes the first stroke in creating their own artistic path.
Requirements for artists of the Neophyte Witch of Pole Exotic rank☑ are 18 years old or older☑ are debuting on stage or have up to 1 year of stage experience☑ do not have a dance or sports background and no professional education in gymnastics, cheerleading, acrobatics, fitness, dance, or other related sports☑ are not trainers in any dance or fitness discipline (strip, heels, pole dance (sport, exotic, art), stretching, twerk, hip-hop, etc.)☑ have no prize places or other awards in their style or related styles
✔ Trick content of the routine (acrobatic elements on the pole and on the floor, handstands, flips, and other strength or balance tricks):● at the artist’s discretion, from 0 to 20%
✔ Total performance duration:● at the artist’s discretion, from 1.5 to 2.5 minutes
✔ Allowed:● dance in any exotic substyle (old school, flow, low flow, hard, tricks, experimental etc);● combine exotic with other styles (contemporary, modern, tribal, hip-hop, salsa, bachata, rock’n’roll, krump, strip, twerk, vogue etc.), mix techniques, experiment with movement, and use non-standard choreographic solutions● use any stage image, props (approved in advance by the organizers), and involve assistants in the performance● remove elements of clothing, provided it does not lead to full nudity
❗️ Important:☑ The organizers do not provide props.☑ Participants bring their own props and are responsible for delivery, storage, and correct setup on stage.☑ Installation and removal of props must take no more than 1 minute.
In the Neophyte category, there is a list of prohibited elements.🙅 Flag (all variations);🙅 Shoulder mount with straight (men’s) grip;🙅 Planche;🙅 Skyline (all variations);🙅 Any jumps, drop jumps, or leaps over a bridge or over the back landing on knees or feet.🙅 Any jumps or drop jumps from a height of more than 1 meter landing on feet or knees.🙅 Flips, cartwheels, somersaults;🙅 Deadlifts;🙅 Fonji;🙅 Double lift;🙅 Shoulder mount flip;🙅 Shishkina split;🙅 Marion split;🙅 Paradise bird (all variations);🙅 Sword split (all variations);🙅 Machine gun split;🙅 Corkscrew split (and variations);🙅 Simakhina split;🙅 Jamila (all variations);🙅 Dragon tail (all variations);🙅 Marchenko rainbow;🙅 Pegasus (all variations);🙅 Janeiro;🙅 Biellmann (upright and inverted);🙅 Bridge (Full Moon); 🙅 Dangerous bridge;🙅 Chicken wing (Felix fold);🙅 Other elements not included in this list that require exceptional strength or flexibility and belong to the professional level or higher may be considered prohibited by the judge.
❗️ Performing these elements will result in a penalty.Adept Witch of Pole Exotic (amateurs) For witches who have already felt the thrill of the stage and express this style with more confidence. Here movements become more сonfident, the dance gains character, and experience helps convey emotions even more vividly.
Artists applying for the Adept Witch of Pole Exotic rank:☑ are 18 years old or older☑ have up to 2 years of stage experience☑ are not trainers in any dance or fitness discipline (strip, heels, pole dance (sport, exotic, art), stretching, twerk, hip-hop etc);☑ do not have a dance or sports background and no professional education in gymnastics, cheerleading, acrobatics, fitness, dance, or other related sports☑ may have prize places or other awards in their style or related styles at the same or lower level (debut/beginners, amateurs).
✔Trick content of the routine (acrobatic elements on the pole and on the floor, handstands, flips, and other strength or balance tricks):● at the artist’s discretion, from 0 to 30%
✔ Total performance duration:● at the artist’s discretion, from 2 to 3 minutes
✔ Allowed:● dance in any exotic substyle (old school, flow, low flow, hard, tricks, experimental etc);● combine exotic with other styles (contemporary, modern, tribal, hip-hop, salsa, bachata, rock’n’roll, krump, strip, twerk, vogue etc.), mix techniques, experiment with movement, and use non-standard choreographic solutions● use any stage image, props (approved in advance by the organizers), and involve assistants in the performance● remove elements of clothing, provided it does not lead to full nudity
❗️ Important:☑ The organizers do not provide props.☑ Participants bring their own props and are responsible for delivery, storage, and correct setup on stage.☑ Installation and removal of props must take no more than 1 minute.
In the Adept category, there is a list of prohibited elements:🙅 Flag (all variations)🙅 Shoulder mount with a straight (male) grip🙅 Planche🙅 Skyline (all variations)🙅 Any jumps, drop jumps, or leaps over a bridge or over the back landing on knees or feet🙅 Any jumps or drop jumps from a height of more than 1 m landing on feet or knees🙅 Flips, cartwheels, or acrobatic turnovers🙅 Deadlifts🙅 Fonji🙅 Double release🙅 Spins in shoulder mount🙅 Shishkina split🙅 Marion split🙅 Bird of Paradise (all variations)🙅 Sword split (all variations)🙅 Machine gun split🙅 Corkscrew split (all variations)🙅 Simakhina split🙅 Jamilla (all variations)🙅 Dragon tail (all variations)🙅 Marchenko rainbow🙅 Pegasus (all variations)🙅 Janeiro🙅 Biellmann (upright and inverted)🙅 Bridge (Full Moon)🙅 Dangerous bridge🙅 Felix fold (grilled chicken)🙅 Other elements not included in this list that require exceptional strength or flexibility and belong to the professional level or higher may be considered prohibited by the judge.
❗️Performing these elements will result in a penalty.Grand Adept Witch of Pole Exotic (advanced amateurs) For strong amateurs/semi-professionals whose stage experience and victories at competitions and festivals confirm their skill. This level shows confident performance, stable results, and a solid technical base.
Artists applying for the Grand Adept Witch of Pole Exotic rank:☑ are 18 years old or older☑ have up to 3 years of stage experience☑ may be trainers in any dance or fitness discipline (strip, heels, stretching, twerk, hip-hop, etc.), except pole dance (sport, exotic, art)☑ may have a sports or dance background, provided they have limited experience in pole exotic and no professional sports or choreography education☑ may have prize places or other awards in their style or related styles at the same or lower level (debut/beginners, amateurs)
✔Trick content of the routine (acrobatic elements on the pole and on the floor, handstands, flips, and other strength or balance tricks):● at the artist’s discretion, from 0 to 30%
✔ Total performance duration:● at the artist’s discretion, from 2 to 3 minutes
✔ Allowed:● dance in any exotic substyle (old school, flow, low flow, hard, tricks, experimental etc);● combine exotic with other styles (contemporary, modern, tribal, hip-hop, salsa, bachata, rock’n’roll, krump, strip, twerk, vogue etc.), mix techniques, experiment with movement, and use non-standard choreographic solutions● use any stage image, props (approved in advance by the organizers), and involve assistants in the performance● remove elements of clothing, provided it does not lead to full nudity
❗️ Important:☑ The organizers do not provide props.☑ Participants bring their own props and are responsible for delivery, storage, and correct setup on stage.☑ Installation and removal of props must take no more than 1 minute.
In the Grand Adept category, there is a list of prohibited elements:🙅 Flag (strength entries)🙅 Shoulder mount with a straight (male) grip (strength entries)🙅 Planche🙅 Skyline (all variations)🙅 Flip🙅 Deadlifts🙅 Fonji🙅 Double release🙅 Shishkina split🙅 Bird of Paradise (all variations)🙅 Sword split (all variations)🙅 Machine gun split🙅 Corkscrew split (all variations)🙅 Simakhina split🙅 Dragon tail (all variations)🙅 Marchenko rainbow🙅 Pegasus (all variations)🙅 Janeiro🙅 Bridge (Full Moon)🙅 Dangerous bridge🙅 Felix fold (grilled chicken)🙅 Other elements not included in this list that require exceptional strength or flexibility and belong to the professional level or higher may be considered prohibited by the judge.❗️Performing these elements will result in a penalty.High Witch of Pole Exotic (professional)The level of stage masters whose style, experience, and stage energy have already been recognized with prize places many times. This category is for artists who impress with confidence, stability, and a deep sense of stage drive, and whose professional level influences the growth of the dance community.
✔ Artists applying for the High Witch of Pole Exotic rank:☑ have a high level of pole technique☑ are pole dance trainers (sport, exotic, art)☑ have a sports or dance background☑ have prize places or other awards in their style or related styles☑ have prize places or other awards in their style or related styles at the same or lower level (amateur or professional)☑ are awarded prize places
✔ Trick content of the routine ( (acrobatic elements on the pole and on the floor, handstands, flips, and other strength or balance tricks)):● at the artist’s discretion, from 0 to 50%
✔ Total performance duration:● at the artist’s discretion, from 2 to 3.5 minutes
✔ Allowed:● dance in any exotic substyle (old school, flow, low flow, hard, tricks, experimental etc);● combine exotic with other styles (contemporary, modern, tribal, hip-hop, salsa, bachata, rock’n’roll, krump, strip, twerk, vogue etc), mix techniques, experiment with movement, and use non-standard choreographic solutions● use any stage image, props (approved in advance by the organizers), and involve assistants in the performance● remove elements of clothing, provided it does not lead to full nudity
❗️ Important:☑ The organizers do not provide props.☑ Participants bring their own props and are responsible for delivery, storage, and correct setup on stage.☑ Installation and removal of props must take no more than 1 minute.Grand High Witch of Pole Exotic (elite)The highest rank of witches with significant victories and professional recognition. This level represents mastery, a unique style, and strong creative influence, where experience and talent become an example for the stage, and every performance is a true show that inspires others.
Artists applying for the Grand High Witch of Pole Exotic rank:☑ have their own recognizable style☑ are presenters of workshops or masterclasses☑ are multiple winners or prize holders in Pole Exotic at the professional level☑ serve as judges at festivals or championships☑ have significant stage experience and perform at international events☑ are opinion leaders in the dance community
✔ Trick content of the routine (acrobatic elements on the pole and on the floor, handstands, flips, and other strength or balance tricks):● at the artist’s discretion, from 0 to 50%
✔ Total performance duration:● at the artist’s discretion, from 2 to 3 minutes
✔ Allowed:● dance in any exotic substyle (old school, flow, low flow, hard, tricks, experimental etc);● combine exotic with other styles (contemporary, modern, tribal, hip-hop, salsa, bachata, rock’n’roll, krump, strip, twerk, vogue etc), mix techniques, experiment with movement, and use non-standard choreographic solutions● use any stage image, props (approved in advance by the organizers), and involve assistants in the performance● remove elements of clothing, provided it does not lead to full nudity
❗️ Important:☑ The organizers do not provide props.☑ Participants bring their own props and are responsible for delivery, storage, and correct setup on stage.☑ Installation and removal of props must take no more than 1 minute.Witch of Pole Art (all levels)A rank for artists who create stage performances that combine dance, pole, and artistic image. Here the focus is on movement flow, complete choreography, atmosphere, and emotional delivery.
Artists applying for the Witch of Pole Art rank:
☑ are 18 years old or older
✔Trick content of the routine (acrobatic elements on the pole and on the floor, handstands, flips, and other strength or balance tricks):● at the artist’s discretion, from 0 to 50%
✔ Total performance duration:● at the artist’s discretion, from 2 to 3 minutes
✔ Allowed:● combine art with other styles (contemporary, modern, tribal, hip-hop, salsa, bachata, rock’n’roll, krump, twerk, vogue etc), mix techniques, experiment with movement, and use non-standard choreographic solutions● use any stage image, props (approved in advance by the organizers), and involve assistants in the performance● remove elements of clothing, provided it does not lead to full nudity
❗️ Important:☑ The organizers do not provide props.☑ Participants bring their own props and are responsible for delivery, storage, and correct setup on stage.☑ Installation and removal of props must take no more than 1 minute.Pole Coven (duets/groups)For duets and group show performances where artists perform as one team. This is where real stage magic is created through interaction, synchronization, and shared energy that builds a complete story on stage.
Artists applying for the Pole Coven rank:☑ are 18 years old or older;☑ present a duo or group performance in pole exotic or pole art style;☑ perform a piece with a unified concept, choreography, and artistic image;☑demonstrate interaction and teamwork on stage;☑ aim to deliver a vibrant and engaging stage show.
✔Trick content of the routine (acrobatic elements on the pole and on the floor, handstands, flips, and other strength or balance tricks):● at the artist’s discretion, from 0 to 50%
✔ Total performance duration:● at the artist’s discretion, from 2 to 4 minutes
✔ Allowed:● mix techniques, experiment with movement, and use non-standard choreographic solutions● use any stage image, props (approved in advance by the organizers), and involve assistants in the performance● remove elements of clothing, provided it does not lead to full nudity
❗️ Important:☑ The organizers do not provide props.☑ Participants bring their own props and are responsible for delivery, storage, and correct setup on stage.☑ Installation and removal of props must take no more than 1 minute.
RANKS OF Strip
Neophyte Witch of Strip (beginners)The first step into the world of the stage, where courage and sincere emotion matter. Here the artist makes their first contact with the audience, and every movement becomes the first stroke in creating their own artistic path.
Requirements for artists of the Neophyte Witch of Strip rank
☑ are 18 years old or older
☑ are debuting on stage or have up to 1 year of stage experience in other dance styles (heels, pole exotic, twerk, hip-hop, etc.)
☑ do not have a dance or sports background and no professional education in gymnastics, cheerleading, acrobatics, fitness, dance, or other related sports
☑ are not trainers in any dance or fitness discipline (strip, heels, pole dance (sport, exotic, art), stretching, twerk, hip-hop, etc.)
☑ have no prize places or other awards in their style or related styles
✔ Total performance duration:● at the artist’s discretion, from 1 to 1.5 minutes
✔ Allowed:● mix techniques, experiment with movement, and use non-standard choreographic solutions● use any stage image, props (approved in advance by the organizers), and involve assistants in the performance● remove elements of clothing, provided it does not lead to full nudity
❗️ Important:☑ The organizers do not provide props.☑ Participants bring their own props and are responsible for delivery, storage, and correct setup on stage.☑ Installation and removal of props must take no more than 1 minute.Adept Witch of Strip (amateurs) For witches who have already felt the thrill of the stage and express this style with more confidence. Here movements become more confident, the dance gains character, and experience helps convey emotions even more vividly.
Artists applying for the Adept Witch of Strip rank:
☑ are 18 years old or older
☑ are not trainers in any dance or fitness discipline (strip, heels, pole dance (sport, exotic, art), stretching, twerk, hip-hop, etc.)
☑ do not have a dance or sports background and no professional education in gymnastics, cheerleading, acrobatics, fitness, dance, or other related sports
☑ have prize places or other awards in their style or related styles at the same or lower level (debut/beginners, amateurs)
✔ Total performance duration:● at the artist’s discretion, from 1 to 1.5 minutes
✔ Allowed:● mix techniques, experiment with movement, and use non-standard choreographic solutions● use any stage image, props (approved in advance by the organizers), and involve assistants in the performance● remove elements of clothing, provided it does not lead to full nudity
❗️ Important:☑ The organizers do not provide props.☑ Participants bring their own props and are responsible for delivery, storage, and correct setup on stage.☑ Installation and removal of props must take no more than 1 minute.Grand Adept Witch of Strip (advanced amateurs/middle) The highest rank of witches with significant victories and professional recognition. This level represents mastery, a unique style, and strong creative influence, where experience and talent become an example for the stage, and every performance is a true show that inspires others.
Artists applying for the Grand Adept Witch of Strip rank:
☑ are 18 years old or older
☑ have confident technique and body control in the style
☑ may be trainers in any dance or fitness discipline (pole dance (exotic, art, sport), heels, stretching, twerk, hip-hop, etc.), except strip
☑ have prize places or other awards in their style or related styles at the same or lower level (debut/beginners, amateurs)
✔ Total performance duration:● at the artist’s discretion, from 1 to 2 minutes
✔ Allowed:● mix techniques, experiment with movement, and use non-standard choreographic solutions● use any stage image, props (approved in advance by the organizers), and involve assistants in the performance● remove elements of clothing, provided it does not lead to full nudity
❗️ Important:☑ The organizers do not provide props.☑ Participants bring their own props and are responsible for delivery, storage, and correct setup on stage.☑ Installation and removal of props must take no more than 1 minute.High Witch of Strip (professional)The level of stage masters whose style, experience, and stage energy have already been recognized with prize places many times. This category is for artists who impress with confidence, stability, and a deep sense of stage drive, and whose professional level influences the growth of the dance community.
Artists applying for the High Witch of Strip rank:
☑ are 18 years old or older
☑ have a high level of strip technique
☑ are trainers in strip, heels, or related dance styles
☑ have a sports or dance background
☑ have prize places or other awards in their style or related styles at the same or lower level (amateur or professional)
✔ Total performance duration:● at the artist’s discretion, from 1 to 2 minutes
✔ Allowed:● mix techniques, experiment with movement, and use non-standard choreographic solutions● use any stage image, props (approved in advance by the organizers), and involve assistants in the performance● remove elements of clothing, provided it does not lead to full nudity
❗️ Important:☑ The organizers do not provide props.☑ Participants bring their own props and are responsible for delivery, storage, and correct setup on stage.☑ Installation and removal of props must take no more than 1 minute.Grand High Witch of Strip (elite)The highest rank of witches with significant achievements and professional recognition. This level represents mastery, a unique style, and powerful creative influence, where experience and talent set an example on stage, and every performance becomes a true show that inspires others.
Artists applying for the Grand High Witch of Strip rank:
☑ are presenters of workshops or masterclasses
☑ are multiple winners or prize holders in Strip at the professional level
☑ serve as judges at festivals or championships
☑ have significant stage experience and perform at international events
☑ are opinion leaders in the dance community
✔ Total performance duration:● at the artist’s discretion, from 1 to 2.5 minutes
✔ Allowed:● mix techniques, experiment with movement, and use non-standard choreographic solutions● use any stage image, props (approved in advance by the organizers), and involve assistants in the performance● remove elements of clothing, provided it does not lead to full nudity
❗️ Important:☑ The organizers do not provide props.☑ Participants bring their own props and are responsible for delivery, storage, and correct setup on stage.☑ Installation and removal of props must take no more than 1 minute.Strip Coven (duets/groups)For duets and group show performances where artists perform as one team. This is where real stage magic is created through interaction, synchronization, and shared energy that builds a complete story on stage.
Artists applying for the Strip Coven rank:
☑ are 18 years old or older
☑ present a duet or group performance
☑ create a routine with a unified concept, choreography, and image
☑ demonstrate interaction and teamwork on stage
☑ aim to create a bright and engaging stage show
✔ Total performance duration:● at the artist’s discretion, from 1 to 3 minutes
✔ Allowed:● mix techniques, experiment with movement, and use non-standard choreographic solutions● use any stage image, props (approved in advance by the organizers), and involve assistants in the performance● remove elements of clothing, provided it does not lead to full nudity
❗️ Important:☑ The organizers do not provide props.☑ Participants bring their own props and are responsible for delivery, storage, and correct setup on stage.☑ Installation and removal of props must take no more than 1 minute.
RANKS OF Heels
Neophyte Witch of Heels (beginners)The first step into the world of the stage, where courage and sincere emotion matter. Here the artist makes their first contact with the audience, and every movement becomes the first stroke in creating their own artistic path.
Requirements for artists of the Neophyte Witch of Heels rank
☑ are 18 years old or older
☑ are debuting on stage or have up to 1 year of stage experience in other dance styles (strip, pole exotic, twerk, hip-hop, etc.)
☑ do not have a dance or sports background and no professional education in gymnastics, cheerleading, acrobatics, fitness, dance, or other related sports
☑ are not trainers in any dance or fitness discipline (strip, heels, pole dance (sport, exotic, art), stretching, twerk, hip-hop, etc.)
☑ have no prize places or other awards in their style or related styles
✔ Total performance duration:● at the artist’s discretion, from 1 to 1.5 minutes
✔ Allowed:● mix techniques, experiment with movement, and use non-standard choreographic solutions● use any stage image, props (approved in advance by the organizers), and involve assistants in the performance● remove elements of clothing, provided it does not lead to full nudity
❗️ Important:☑ The organizers do not provide props.☑ Participants bring their own props and are responsible for delivery, storage, and correct setup on stage.☑ Installation and removal of props must take no more than 1 minute.Adept Witch of Heels (amateurs) For witches who have already felt the thrill of the stage and express this style with more confidence. Here movements become more confident, the dance gains character, and experience helps convey emotions even more vividly.
Artists applying for the Adept Witch of Heels rank:
☑ are 18 years old or older
☑ have up to 2 years of stage experience
☑ are not trainers in any dance or fitness discipline (strip, heels, pole dance (sport, exotic, art), stretching, twerk, hip-hop, etc.)
☑ do not have a dance or sports background and no professional education in gymnastics, cheerleading, acrobatics, fitness, dance, or other related sports
☑ have prize places or other awards in their style or related styles at the same or lower level (debut/beginners, amateurs)
✔ Total performance duration:● at the artist’s discretion, from 1 to 1.5 minutes
✔ Allowed:● mix techniques, experiment with movement, and use non-standard choreographic solutions● use any stage image, props (approved in advance by the organizers), and involve assistants in the performance● remove elements of clothing, provided it does not lead to full nudity
❗️ Important:☑ The organizers do not provide props.☑ Participants bring their own props and are responsible for delivery, storage, and correct setup on stage.☑ Installation and removal of props must take no more than 1 minute.Grand Adept Witch of Heels (advanced amateurs/middle) For strong amateurs/semi-professionals whose stage experience and victories at competitions and festivals confirm their skill. This level shows confident performance, stable results, and a solid technical base.
Artists applying for the Grand Adept Witch of Heels rank:
☑ are 18 years old or older
☑ have confident technique and movement quality in the style
☑ may be trainers in any dance or fitness discipline (strip, stretching, twerk, hip-hop, pole dance (exotic, art, sport), etc.), except heels
☑ have prize places or other awards in their style or related styles at the same or lower level (debut/beginners, amateurs)
✔ Total performance duration:● at the artist’s discretion, from 1 to 2 minutes
✔ Allowed:● mix techniques, experiment with movement, and use non-standard choreographic solutions● use any stage image, props (approved in advance by the organizers), and involve assistants in the performance● remove elements of clothing, provided it does not lead to full nudity
❗️ Important:☑ The organizers do not provide props.☑ Participants bring their own props and are responsible for delivery, storage, and correct setup on stage.☑ Installation and removal of props must take no more than 1 minute.High Witch of Heels (professional)The level of stage masters whose style, experience, and stage energy have already been recognized with prize places many times. This category is for artists who impress with confidence, stability, and a deep sense of stage drive, and whose professional level influences the growth of the dance community.
Artists applying for the High Witch of Heels rank:
☑ are 18 years old or older
☑ have a high level of heels technique
☑ are trainers in strip, heels, or related dance styles
☑ have a sports or dance background
☑ have prize places or other awards in their style or related styles at the same or lower level (amateur or professional)
✔ Total performance duration:● at the artist’s discretion, from 1 to 2 minutes
✔ Allowed:● mix techniques, experiment with movement, and use non-standard choreographic solutions● use any stage image, props (approved in advance by the organizers), and involve assistants in the performance● remove elements of clothing, provided it does not lead to full nudity
❗️ Important:☑ The organizers do not provide props.☑ Participants bring their own props and are responsible for delivery, storage, and correct setup on stage.☑ Installation and removal of props must take no more than 1 minute.Grand High Witch of Heels (elite)The highest rank of witches with significant victories and professional recognition. This level represents mastery, a unique style, and strong creative influence, where experience and talent become an example for the stage, and every performance is a true show that inspires others.
Artists applying for the Grand High Witch of Heels rank:
☑ are presenters of workshops or masterclasses
☑ are multiple winners or prize holders in Heels at the professional level
☑ serve as judges at festivals or championships
☑ have significant stage experience and perform at international events
☑ are opinion leaders in the dance community
✔ Total performance duration:● at the artist’s discretion, from 1 to 2.5 minutes
✔ Allowed:● mix techniques, experiment with movement, and use non-standard choreographic solutions● use any stage image, props (approved in advance by the organizers), and involve assistants in the performance● remove elements of clothing, provided it does not lead to full nudity
❗️ Important:☑ The organizers do not provide props.☑ Participants bring their own props and are responsible for delivery, storage, and correct setup on stage.☑ Installation and removal of props must take no more than 1 minute.Heels Coven (duets/groups)For duets and group show performances where artists perform as one team. This is where real stage magic is created through interaction, synchronization, and shared energy that builds a complete story on stage.
Artists applying for the Strip Coven rank:
☑ are 18 years old or older
☑ present a duet or group performance
☑ create a routine with a unified concept, choreography, and image
☑ demonstrate interaction and teamwork on stage
☑ aim to create a bright and engaging stage show
✔ Total performance duration:● at the artist’s discretion, from 1 to 3 minutes
✔ Allowed:● mix techniques, experiment with movement, and use non-standard choreographic solutions● use any stage image, props (approved in advance by the organizers), and involve assistants in the performance● remove elements of clothing, provided it does not lead to full nudity
❗️ Important:☑ The organizers do not provide props.☑ Participants bring their own props and are responsible for delivery, storage, and correct setup on stage.☑ Installation and removal of props must take no more than 1 minute.
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