ZUMBA GUIDELINES

1. Each class shall be represented by a minimum of 25 and a maximum of 30 students.

2. The music that will be used in the competition will be the same for all groups and will be
provided to each class through their class advisers. The music shall be used as is.
3. Choreography should be wholesome and lively, must not contain any sexually suggestive or
vulgar acts and must be based on dance exercise routine.
4. Use of props will be allowed as long as it will not cause any delay in the program or cause any
harm or damage to the venue and other dancers. All props must be set up and cleared from the
performance area by the performing group.
5. Appropriate clothing should be worn during the competition. Each group’s attire must match
the color that was pre-assigned to them. Make-up and accessories may be used as long as it will
not cause any harm during the performance.
6. All participants must be at the designated venue on or before the designated call time.
Tardiness will not be tolerated.
7. All participants should practice camaraderie and sportsmanship throughout the competition.
8. A 2 point deduction on the final score shall be applied for any violation of the abovementioned
guidelines.

CRITERIA FOR JUDGING

CHOREOGRAPHY (Formation, Variation and Difficulty)-40%

EXECUTION (Coordination, Rhythm, Musicality, Synchronization and Precision)- 40%
ORIGINALITY- 10%
OVER-ALL IMPACT-10%
TOTAL-100%