SSN Primary Lancashire Dance Videos Deadline

Thu 26th February

Free

Non bookable event- However, if you want to book on here to remind us to chase you for your video, should you forget, please book.

For the event itself, simply perform in your own school and send in videos of your performances for our judging panel for your chance to perform at the legendary Winter Gardens in Blackpool!

Please send entry videos in. All details are attached here: LHSSN primary dance rules 2026

The theme for 2026 is “Rhythms of Unity”: Celebrating the spirit of major sporting events happening all over the world where sport, culture and imagination come together as one. Mascots, the playful symbols of unity and celebration, join dancers in weaving the rhythms, colours and heritage from across the globe. Each performance reflects the heartbeat of sport- from the power of a sprint, to the grace of gymnastics and the energy of a football match. We are all connected by shared energy, determination and the joy of moving together.

Scoring

Dancers will be scored by a panel of independent judges from the local area.

Group Category Scoring –

Each routine will be judged on the following four categories totalling 100

points:

1. Concept and soundtrack (10 points)

Appropriate and creative music choices are made and are fitting to the theme. Also, how the concept is being portrayed throughout the routine.

2. Choreography and Floor Use (30 marks)

Appropriate and creative choreography ideas that compliment the given theme. Also, the use of floor space and interesting patterns demonstrated by the performers.

3. Performance and Technical Skill (30 points)

Dancers’ expression and demonstration of appropriate feeling throughout the routine to deliver the concept. Dancers will also be marked on their technical dance ability.

4. Overall impact (30 points)

The overall impact of the routine taking in all factors and aspects covered.

Penalties will be used for the following:

· Obscenities or inappropriate language in music = L

· Inappropriate costume for age category = C

· Inappropriate movement for age category = M

· Music over stated time = T

One point per judge per penalty will be deducted for the above rule breaks. These will be monitored and allocated.