Rules and Regulations for Mr Pole Dance
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Definitions
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“Organiser” refers to the owners of Mr Pole Dance competition and the national finals organiser – Vanessa Brecht from Bobbi’s Pole Studio, Sydney;
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“Performer” is the name recorded on Application Form
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“Competition” refers to Mr Pole Dance national finals to be held in Sydney
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“Document” refers to this entire document.
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Initial Selection Criteria
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The Performer must be male;
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The Performer must be at least 18 years of age;
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The Performer may only submit application if:
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The registration form must be completed in full accordance with these rules.
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A recent photo of the Performer must accompany the application. All photos are to be in electronic format, the Performer must include at at least one of the Performer in a pole move. Maximum 6 photos in total.
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The photos provided must have no copyright attached to them and the Organiser reserves the right to publish said photos for the purposes of promoting the Competition.
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Stipulations on Film & Photography
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All photography and other footage remain the property of the Organiser. The Performer has no rights to compensation for photography and other footage made before, during and after the Competition;
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The Performer explicitly and irrevocably agrees that all footage and photography can be used by the Organiser for promotional, advertising and commercial purposes;
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No photographs or footage are to be taken (by any person or group) during the Competition can be used by the Performer without express written permission from the Organiser.
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Performance
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The Performer is skilled in pole dancing;
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The Performer may choose the music for his show;
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A pole dance show is no longer than 4 minutes;
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The title of “Mr Pole Dance (YEAR)” is valid for one year from the date of the Competition;
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The Performer may join the audience before and after their show but not converse with the judges during any part of the evening;
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The Performer may not perform nude or partially nude. It is permitted to remove articles of clothing / costume;
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The poles will be brass, 38mm. One will be static (stage right) and one will be spinning (stage left).
Judging Criteria
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The Performer will be judged on: pole work (15 points), dance (10 points) and presentation (5 points); in the event of a tie the judges will make a decision
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Any failure to abide by the above rules will result in immediate disqualification.
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Presentation / Costume
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Bare feet or other footwear including boots is allowed;
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You may use props but need to get them approved by the organiser and the venue in advance.
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Competition
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The Competition performers must be available for a photo shoots and interviews prior to the Competition if requested;
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The Organiser expects the prized winners to co-operate with the promotion of the Competition and activities. This may include pre, during and post Competition media interviews and photographs;
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Dressing rooms are for competitors and staff only – they are off limits to family members or friends of the Performers.
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Performers are not permitted to drink alcohol (or take drugs) before or during the night of the Competition.
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“Mr Pole Dance (YEAR)” Title
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The title “Mr Pole Dance” is an official title valid for one year commencing the date of the Competition;
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As “Mr Pole Dance” the winner is an ambassador of pole dancing;
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As “Mr Pole Dance” the Performer is required to take on several promotional activities. This occurs in consultation with the Organisers and may be financially remunerated;
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The Organiser reserves the right to retract the title if the Performer causes any damages to the Competition;
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In the case of retraction, the runner up becomes the new Mr Pole Dance.
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The Organiser
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The Organiser is not liable for injury or damage resulting from participation in the Competition, which includes any transportation to and from the Competition;
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The Organiser reserves the right to change the rules contained herein;
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All decisions not addressed in this document will be made by the Organiser;
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Any decision by the Organiser is binding.
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Judging Criteria
Pole Moves
5 points for technique/execution,
5 points for difficulty of tricks
5 points for originality
15 points total
Dancing
Floor work, transitions, musicality and use of stage
10 points
Costume/Presentation
Costume, costume matching theme, overall
presentation, theme, use of props and use and removal of costume
5 points
Performance
Judges will look at the performers ‘x-factor’. Did the performer have
captivating stage presence? Did they perform a ‘show’ from start to finish?
5 points
Total
35 points