A section is a specific competition category created by combining four dimensions:
| Dimension | Example |
|---|---|
| Age Group | Mini (6–8), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–14), Senior (15 and over) |
| Style | Contemporary, Hip Hop, Ballet, Jazz |
| Skill Level | Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, Open |
| Performance Type | Solo, Duo, Trio, Small Group, Large Group, Battle |
A section might be: "Junior Contemporary Advanced Solo" or "Teen Hip Hop Open Small Group".
Why Can't I Register for a Certain Category?
Not every combination of age group, style, level, and performance type has a section. Event organisers choose which sections to offer based on expected participation.
If you see "No section exists for this combination" when creating an entry, it means:
- The organiser has not created a section for that specific combination
- You need to choose a different combination that matches an available section
What to Do
- Check the event's available sections (shown in the entry form dropdown)
- Adjust your age group, style, level, or performance type to match an available section
- If you believe a section is missing, contact the event organiser. They can add new sections at any time before entries close
How Sections Work in Practice
- Entries are grouped by section for scheduling and judging
- Each section is scored independently. Entries only compete against others in the same section
- Judges are assigned to sections, not individual entries
- Results and placements are awarded per section