KDC
KALAMATA DANCE CUP 2026

Competition Levels & Classification Code
Official KDC Classification Code 2026

COMPETITION LEVELS & CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM

Unified classification framework applicable to DanceSport (Ballroom & Latin), Solo, Couples, Duos, Ballet, Contemporary, Urban, Groups & Formations.

Rising Stars Performance Championship Professional
Core Principle (Art. 20)
Classification Integrity
"Every competitor should compete at the level that honestly reflects their demonstrated competitive experience and established standard. Downward classification is strictly prohibited."
Prohibition Rule Article 8.1

Interactive Level Finder & Assessment Tool

Automated eligibility evaluation based on Articles 3, 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 14, and 15

Competitor Experience Profile
Official KDC Classification Recommendation Mandatory Level
RISING STARS
Development Competition Level (Art. 3)

Entry level intended for competitors developing their technical and artistic foundation with limited previous competitive record.

Governing Articles:
Competitors are prohibited from entering divisions below this standard (Article 8.1).

Pathway Progression Simulator

Simulate competitive victories and mandatory promotion triggers (Articles 10, 11, & 12)

Level 1

RISING STARS

Development level for emerging dancers.

Simulate RS Victories:
0 Wins
Level 2

PERFORMANCE

Established competitive level with regular experience.

Simulate Perf Victories:
0 Wins
Level 3

CHAMPIONSHIP

Highest Amateur level for elite dancers & national finalists.

Pinnacle Amateur Standard

Direct entry allowed without sequential progression (Art. 5.3).

Current Status: Competitor eligible for Rising Stars. Reach 2 wins to trigger mandatory promotion to Performance!

Interactive Level Comparison Matrix

Direct comparison across eligibility, promotion rules, and restrictions (Articles 2 – 6)

Feature / Dimension Rising Stars (Art. 3) Performance (Art. 4) Championship (Art. 5) Professional (Art. 6)
Purpose & Definition Entry & development level for dancers building foundations. Established competitive level for dancers beyond development. Highest Amateur competition division for elite performers. Independent division for professional teachers & competitors.
Target Dancers Recreational, school, local, or beginner competitors. Regional, open, national, or regular event competitors. National Champions, finalists, & international competitors. Dance teachers, professional partners, income earners.
Mandatory Promotion Trigger 2 Recognized Category Wins (Art. 11.3) 2 Recognized Category Wins (Art. 12.3) Pinnacle Amateur Standard Independent Division
Direct Entry Allowed? Yes (If eligible) Yes Yes (Art. 5.3) Yes (Pro Status)
Key Restrictions No National Champions, Pro dancers, or Elite record. No deliberate entry by established Championship finalists. Amateur status required. No professional entries. Pro dancers cannot enter Amateur divisions (Art. 6.3).

Official KDC Regulations Reader

Complete text of Articles 1 through 20 with navigation sidebar

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