Nigeria (9ja) Hip Hop Crew Championships
In the event of any discrepancy, the English version of the most current rules, as published by Hip Hop International will stand.
The 9ja Hip Hop Crew Championship Rules & Guidelines
Deadline for receipt of Entry: march 31, 2008. Late entries will be permitted at the sole discretion of the event organizer and will incur a late charge
The Hip Hop Crew Championship Rules contains the participant eligibility/entry requirements, standard procedures and the rules and guidelines for competing in the dare 2 Dance Hip Hop Crew Championships presented by TMG(Event Organiser) in Nigeria, in coordination with Hip Hop International (HHI) in the USA and Worldwide.
Entry Criteria
Entrant Eligibility
1. Crews must abide by the eligibility rules of the 9JA Hip Hop Crew Championships
2. Entrants entered into international and world events are responsible for certifying their national eligibility.
Competition Fee
1. Competition Fee is N2, 000 per competitor/appearance. (this year’s edition is absolutely Free!) There is a N5, 000 late fee per crew/team or individual for entries received after March 31, 2008.
Number and Selection of Entrants/Crews
The event organizer determines the total number of crews and the entry criteria for the competition. The event organiser reserves the right to combine age divisions in the event there are insufficient numbers of competitors
Composition of a Crew
• A crew consists of a minimum five (5) to a maximum of 8 members (8).
• Bboy crews consist of 1-3 members.
Competition Categories
• Hip Hop Crews
• B-boy Crews
• Poppers 2 on 2 Battles (no age division)
• Lockers 2 on 2 Battles (no age division)
Age Divisions
• Open Division (International and non conforming hip hop crews)
• Junior: Ages seven (7) to twelve (12)
• Varsity: Ages thirteen (13) to eighteen (18)
• Adult: Ages eighteen and older (18+)
Age Requirement
1. Each Participant’s proof of age may be validated. Failure to validate age will result in disqualification.
2. A crewmember whose age falls between two age divisions in the competition year (ending December 31) may compete in either division within that year.
3. Up to two members in a crew may come from a younger age division than what is allowed for the division in which they are entered.
Participation Limit
A crewmember may not compete in more than one (1) crew per age division per competition. See Age Requirements Above
Nationality Requirements for World Championships in Las Vegas
1. Each crewmember must be a citizen or resident of the country they represent.
2. Proof of citizenship will be required
3. A crewmember declaring residency be able to prove 6 months residency
4. A crewmember may not compete for more than two (2) countries within three (3) consecutive years.
Forms and Releases
1. Entrants must complete and sign all forms, including but not limited to registration, music, and insurance information. All forms must be returned to the organizer with the appropriate registration fees prior to the competition.
2. Release of Liability: Crews (crew leaders) must sign and submit a release of liability form prior to the competition
3. Release of Likeness: All crews (crew leaders) must sign a release of likeness
Competition Floor
Unless otherwise notified. The competition area is a standard 30’ x 30’ (9.1 meters x 9.1 meters) for all championship events.
The Routine’s Length
The routine’s length is two (2) minutes plus or minus 5 (five) seconds. Timing begins with the first audible sound (includes cueing beep) and ends with the last audible sound.
Music of the incorrect length will have points deducted
Awards and Awards Ceremony
The top three crews in each age division and category qualify for the World Championships in America. The crew with the highest total score will be the Grand Prize winner, and will receive financial assistance. Financial assistance will be given to the Grand Prize Winner equal to a minimum of £1000 toward travel/accommodation up to a maximum of 8 return airline tickets + assistance with US Visa to the World Championships in Las Vegas. There is no cash equivalent or exchange for the Grand Prize winner. Actual prize will be determined based on number of entries , sponsorships, and ticket sales. All Other qualifiers are encouraged to make the trip to the World Championships however no financial assistance is guaranteed through the event organisers.
Call 08052333810 - 4396512 for more Information or clarifications.
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