The Ultimate VIBE Dance Competition  RULES AND REGULATIONS 2026

It is the responsibility of each studio, dance school and/or individual to review all existing Rules and Regulations. Please read and adhere to all Terms and Conditions prior to registering for any VIBE Dance Competition. While many competitions may appear similar, VIBE is constantly evolving. We ask that all  parents/guardians, teachers, chaperones and responsible persons familiarise themselves  fully with the information below before entering any event. VIBE supports teachers and schools with the utmost respect and recognises that every performance is an art form. All entries submitted must be approved by the studio director or lead teacher. VIBE works with highly accredited judges who assess routines based on 
multiple criteria. All judges’ decisions are final.

PAYMENT 

• All entry fees must be paid via bank transfer (BACS) by the deadline stated on your invoice.
• Entry forms must be completed in full no later than 30 days prior to the event. 

Incomplete forms will not be accepted.
• Entries are only confirmed and secured once full payment has been received.
• Payment deadlines on invoices must be adhered to strictly.
• VIBE will not chase payments under any circumstances.
• If payment is not received by the invoice deadline, entries will be withdrawn and 
spaces offered to schools on the waiting list.
• A £10 deposit per entry is required to reserve a space. This deposit is deducted 
from your final invoice.
• The remaining balance is still due by the stated deadline, regardless of deposit 
payment.

REFUND POLICY 

• Refunds are strictly at the discretion of VIBE.
• All withdrawal requests must be submitted via email only by the studio or 
responsible party.
• VIBE is not responsible for non-receipt of withdrawal emails.
• Deposits are non-refundable.
• Refunds will only be considered under exceptional circumstances:
◦ Injury or illness (with valid medical certificate)
◦ Government lockdown
◦ Worldwide pandemic
• Refunds may take up to 14 days to process.
• All entry fees are including VAT.

ENTRIES 

• Entries are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis and subject to availability.
• Dancers may compete as part of a studio or as an independent entry.
• VIBE offers:
◦ Solos
◦ Duets/Trios
◦ Groups
• Competitors must not perform choreography they do not own the rights to.

AGE CATEGORIES 

• Mini: 7 Years & Under
• Junior: 8–10 Years
• Intermediate: 11–13 Years
• Teen: 14–16 Years
• Senior: 17+ Years
• Ages are determined by the date of the competition.
• Group, duet and trio ages are averaged.
• There is no maximum number of entries per school (subject to availability).
• If a dancer is the sole competitor in a category, they will still perform and place first 
by default.

TIME LIMITS 

• Solo: 1:30 – 2:30 minutes (MAX)
• Duet/Trio: 2:00 – 3:00 minutes (MAX)
• Groups: 3:00 – 4:00 minutes (MAX)
Any music exceeding time limits will not be permitted.

CATEGORIES 

Ballet, Modern/Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary, Commercial/Street/Hip Hop, Tap/Musical 
Theatre, Acrobatics, Open

MUSIC & TECH 

• Music must be submitted via the method provided before the stated deadline.
• Music exceeding time limits will be rejected.
• All dancers must bring a spare backup of their music.
• Lighting and effects are operated by the venue and cannot be altered by VIBE on 
the day.

AWARDS & TITLES 

• Dancers are scored out of 200 points. 
• 1st, 2nd and 3rd place awards are presented, followed by special awards.
• Scores and score sheets are sent out within a week after the event.

VIBE TITLE (SOLOISTS ONLY) 

• Title entry must be selected on the entry form or entered on the day prior to performance.
• Titles are awarded per age category and to competitive soloists only 

 

TEACHERS, CHAPERONES & SAFEGUARDING (VERY IMPORTANT) 

• 2 FREE teacher passes are provided per school.
• Every chaperone MUST hold a VALID Local Authority Chaperone Licence and 
must carry it at all times.
• DBS checks are NOT sufficient for access to changing rooms or backstage.
• If you wish to accompany your child, you must apply for a chaperone licence via 
your local council. This is a UK Government law, not a VIBE requirement.
• Please do not be offended if you are asked to show your licence at any point.
Changing Rooms & Backstage Access 
• NO parents are permitted in changing rooms at any time, unless the dancer is 
an independent entry. 
• Only chaperones listed on the official VIBE access form may enter changing 
rooms or backstage.
• At least one licensed chaperone must be present with dancers at all times 
under the age of 16
• Boys and non-binary changing areas will be provided where possible, subject to 
venue space.
• Shared spaces may be used and will be monitored carefully.
• Please liaise respectfully with other schools when changing. 
Teachers & Gender Inclusion 
• VIBE is fully inclusive. Dance schools may be run or managed on the event day by 
any gender.
• Teachers and licensed chaperones of all genders are permitted access to changing 
areas and backstage, as long as they are licensed. 
• Any discriminatory behaviour will be taken extremely seriously and will result in 
disqualification.

THEATRE & AUDITORIUM RULES 

• Doors open at the stated time only — please do not arrive early expecting entry.
• No one may enter or exit the auditorium while music is playing. 
• Only VIBE staff may move during performances for safety or emergency reasons.
• Failure to comply may result in disqualification. 
BEHAVIOUR & CONDUCT 
• VIBE has a zero-tolerance policy for rude, abusive or inappropriate language or 
behaviour.
• Any such conduct towards staff will result in immediate removal from the venue
and disqualification of all entries.
• Kindness costs nothing.

TICKETS 

• Tickets may be purchased on the day but will be more expensive than online prepurchase.

RESPONSIBILITY & SUPERVISION 

• VIBE does not assume responsibility for dancers once checked in.
• Dancers are the responsibility of their school or attending guardian throughout 
the day.
• Dancers must be supervised, signed out, and collected by their school or guardian 
— not VIBE staff.

SOCIAL MEDIA 

By registering, you grant permission for VIBE Dance Competition to use photographs and 
videos for promotional purposes across social media, web, and marketing platforms.

FINAL AGREEMENT 

By submitting an entry to VIBE Dance Competition, you agree to all rules listed above.
VIBE reserves the right to amend, relocate, cancel or adjust events if necessary.
Competitors must be available between 7am and 11pm on their event day