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Important Notice

ALL COMPETITOR PASSES MUST BE PURCHASED BY MARCH 1ST.

Date: March 28, 2025

Time: 9:00 PM
Venue: The Great Hall – Toronto – ON 

Categories:

  • Professional
  • Amateur
  • Pro-Am
  • Same-Gender
  • Solo
  • Team
  • Open
 

Participation: Competitors of all nationalities are welcome.
Minimum Age: 18 years old at the time of the competition.
Fees: Non-refundable and non-transferable.

Steps to Register and Obtain the Competitor Pass

Step 1: Register for the Competition

  1. Register Online: Follow this link to register: Toronto Heels Festival Dance Competition Registration
  2. Choose Categories: Select the categories you wish to compete in.
  3. Pay Registration Fees: Pay the registration fees for each chosen category.
  4. Submit Registration: Complete and submit your registration form and send to torontoheelsfestival@gmail.com

Step 2: Purchase the Competitor Pass

  1. Obtain Promo Code: Email your proof of registration to torontoheelsfestival@gmail.com. The promo code will be sent to the email address you used to send the proof.
  2. Purchase Competitor Pass: Use the promo code to buy the Competitor Pass on Eventbrite. 
Registration Price Schedule:
  • Early Bird: Until January 17th 
  • Regular Price: Until February 28
  • Last Chance: Until March 27
 

Important Notes:

  • Mandatory Pass: All registered competitors must purchase a Competitor Pass.
  • Access: The Competitor Pass grants access to all Toronto Heels Festival activities.
  • Separate Transactions: Registering for the competition and purchasing the Competitor Pass are two separate transactions.
 

Music Upload:

  • Upload: Use the upload button on the “Music Upload Link” tab.
  • Format: Recommended format is mp3.
  • File Naming: Use the format [PerformerName_Category_SongName.mp3].
 

Additional Details:

  • Media Release: By participating, you authorize unrestricted use of media (photos/videos) for commercial purposes.
  • Liability: The festival is not responsible for accidents and injuries during your participations
  • Restrictions: No nudity or content that may be considered sensitive or offensive
  • Compliance: Non-compliance may result in penalties or disqualification.
  • Regulation Changes: Regulations are subject to change; participants must accept festival and judges’ decisions.
  • Withdrawal Policy: No reimbursement for withdrawn categories after payment.
  • Lost Items: The festival is not responsible for lost, stolen, or forgotten items.
  • Eliminatory Stage: Elimination rounds may be introduced if necessary.
  • Rehearsal: No run-throughs or dress rehearsals on the performance stage.
  • Score Announcement: Scores will be available on the website after the event.
  • VIP Seating: Upgrades available.
 

Join us for For the 1st edition of Toronto Heels Festival, for time in Toronto, Learn with the best HEELS instructors, Headliner – Kayla Brenda from Los Angeles , Join our dance competition and get the crown !

Saturday March 28, 2026

  • Non-Refundable Fees: Entry fees for the competition are non-refundable.
  • Participant Pass Requirement: All participants must acquire a Performers/Competitors Pass.
  • Division Entries: Should any division receive fewer than 3 entries, THF retains the right to cancel or merge divisions. If a division is canceled, the entry fee will be reimbursed. If divisions are combined, the entry fee will be applied to the merged division.
  • Heels Dance Emphasis: As this is the Heels Dance Competition, we encourage participants to embrace the essence of this unique style in their performances.
  • Attire and Costumes:Competitors are encouraged to wear costumes or matching outfits. We highly emphasize tastefulness in costume choices. Nudity is strictly prohibited. Costumes will be evaluated as part of the Presentation category.
  • Prop Usage:Props are allowed, with the exception of dangerous items. Props must be set up and removed from the stage within a total of two minutes. Competitors must ensure the stage is clean and clear after the routine. For safety reasons, props cannot exceed a height of 6 feet. Confetti and feathers are not permitted. Kindly inform us about any prop usage.

Routine Duration:

    • Solo Showcases: 1 minute 15 seconds to 2 minutes 15 seconds
    • Amateur Showcases:2 minutes 30 seconds or less
    • Pro-Am Showcases:2 minutes 30 seconds or less
    • Team Showcases (Mixed Gender, Same Gender):1 minute 45 seconds to 3 minutes 30 seconds
 
Music: You can integrate a maximum of 3 songs into your routine.
Judicial Authority:The head judge’s decisions will be considered final in all disputes.
 

By registering, participants release Toronto Heels Festival and judges from all responsibilities. Additionally, participants acknowledge that their scores will be publicly disclosed. Participants also grant the rights to use their submissions for public and promotional purposes, without limitation.

AMATEURS

Amateur Heels Solo Male       

Amateur Open Female Same-Gender

Amateur Open Male Same-Gender    

Amateur Open Mixed-Gender            

Amateur Heels Female Same-Gender

Amateur Heels Male Same-Gender    

Amateur Heels Mixed-Gender

Amateur Heels Solo Female   

Amateur Open Solo Female    

Amateur Open Solo Male

PROFESSIONAL

Professional Heels Female Same-Gender       

Professional Heels Male Same-Gender          

Professional Heels Mixed-Gender      

Professional Heels Solo Female          

Professional Heels Solo Male             

Professional Open Female Same-Gender       

Professional Open Male Same-Gender          

Professional Open Mixed-Gender      

TEAMS    

Heels Amateur Team Mixed-Gender              

Heels Pro-Am Ladies Team                 

Heels Pro-Am Men’s Team     

Heels Pro-Am Team Mixed-Gender    

Heels Professional Ladies Team          

Heels Professional Men’s Team          

Heels Professional Team Mixed-Gender         

Open Amateur Ladies Team               

Open Amateur Men’s Team                

Open Amateur Team Mixed-Gender              

Open Pro-Am Ladies Team                 

Open Pro-Am Men’s Team                  

Open Professional Ladies Team                      

Open Professional Men’s Team                      

Open Professional Team Mixed-Gender         

Open Pro-Am Team Mixed-Gender

PRO-AM FEMALE

Heels Pro-Am Female

Heels Pro-Am Female Same-Gender

Open Pro-Am Female 

Open Pro-Am Female Same-Gender

PRO-AM MALE

Heels Pro-Am Male

Heels Pro-Am Male Same-Gender      

Open Pro-Am Male

Open Pro-Am Male Same-Gender

TECHNIQUE (40 points)

Heels Technique & Control

  • Balance, posture, alignment, and weight placement in heels

  • Clean execution (walks, transitions, floorwork where applicable)

  • Precision, stability, and control of movement

  • Safe technique and consistency throughout

Musicality

  • Timing, rhythm accuracy, and musical phrasing

  • Use of accents/hits, tempo changes, and dynamic contrast

CHOREOGRAPHY (25 points)

Composition & Creativity

  • Clear structure

  • Variety of movement vocabulary, levels, textures, and dynamics

  • Creative transitions and strong choreography choices

  • Heels-specific vocabulary used intentionally

Stage Use & Formations

  • Effective use of space, pathways, and directions

  • Formations and pattern changes add visual impact (duo/group)

  • Smooth, purposeful transitions

PERFORMANCE (25 points)

Stage Presence & Confidence

  • Projection, charisma, confidence, and command of the stage

  • Strong performance quality from start to finish

Expression & Interpretation

  • Emotional connection, storytelling, and theme clarity

  • Facial expressions and body expression support the choreography

Connection with the Audience

Teamwork (Duo/Group only)

  • Unity, synchronization, spacing, and group chemistry

Noteworthy Detail

In the “Open” divisions, all dance styles are welcome. Example, hip-hop, contemporary, Latin, jazz, or a fusion of styles. This category encourages freedom of expression and individuality, allowing dancers to perform in the style and footwear of their choice. While competitors are not required to wear heels, the same judging criteria is used in other divisions: technique, musicality, performance, creativity, and overall impact.

Deadline to upload is March 1st 

Suggested file type should be mp3 format. Please identify your file as follows:
[PerformerName – SongName.mp3]

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