Official Competition Rules & Regulations

• Crews must abide by all the World Supremacy Battlegrounds Singapore™ (the “Competition”) eligibility rules. ASEV Pte Ltd. (the "Organisers") holds the right to disqualify any crew or dancer who fails to comply with all the rules.

• All official entry and registration must be completed and submitted to ASEV Pte Ltd by (date to be confirmed).

• All performance music, photos, write-ups and other media required must be submitted by their required dates.

• The Organisers reserves the right to amend any rules at any time if deemed necessary.

• The competition is open to participants from Singapore (Citizens/PRs/International), Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines and China only.

• A dancer may not compete in more than one (1) crew in the same division. Competing in different divisions is permitted.

• Champion crews are required to represent only Singapore for the World Supremacy Battlegrounds Championship held in Australia. This includes having the team hold up the flag of Singapore.

• At ASEV Pte Ltd’s request, Champion teams might be required to:-

  • Hold a dance workshop in Singapore;

  • Perform their competition routine at an event;

  • Judge the competition the following year

• Each dance crew must appoint a manager/crew leader who will be the main point of contact.

• It is the responsibility of the manager/crew leader to act as a representative and ensure that their respective members are informed of the event details and requirements.

• It is the responsibility of the manager/crew leader to confirm with the event organisers that their group understands and complies with the details outlined in this document.

• The manager/crew leader must delegate leadership once he/she cannot continue to fulfil the role. Should any concerns or issues arise, the manager/crew leader should contact the event organisers as soon as possible.

You may contact ASEV Pte Ltd directly through the following:

Email: info.wsbsg@gmail.com

Website: https://evok3sg.wixsite.com/wsbsg

• Each crew must provide a participation fee of:

  • Junior, Varsity, Open Division: SGD 230 per team

  • Tertiary Division: SGD 380 per team

  • Cell Division: SGD 100 per team

• The fee covers exclusive entry to compete in WSB Singapore only. 

• All fees must be paid collectively as a group. Fees are compulsory and non-refundable.

• Crews that represent Singapore in the World Supremacy Battlegrounds Championship in Australia will be required to provide an additional championship participation fee of $69.95 AUD per person. This fee covers exclusive entry to compete in the WSB championship only. Participation in additional divisions will incur an extra $15.00 AUD per person.

HOW TO MAKE PAYMENT?

Payment modes include Bank Transfer, PayNow or E-invoice via Vendors@gov. :

• PAYNOW  to UEN number 202140052K

• Bank Transfer

  • Account Holder: ASEV Pte Ltd

  • Account Number: 601706609001

  • Bank Name: Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited 

  • Bank Code: North (601)

  • Swift/BIC: OCBCSGSG

• Cheque made payable to ASEV Pte Ltd

Divisions:

• OPEN: 4 - 20 members. No age limit

• CELL: 2 - 3 members. No age limit

• TERTIARY: 10 - 40 members. Under Tertiary Edu. (Graduating batch of 2024 are allowed to participate) Two Tertiary Schools may combine to form one WSB team. This will be considered as one entry. 

• VARSITY: 4 - 25 members. Under 18 years old. Two Secondary Schools may combine to form one WSB team. This will be considered as one entry. 

• JUNIOR: 4 - 15 members. Under 12 years old

Routine Duration:

• OPEN and TERTIARY: Minimum two (2) minutes. Maximum two and a half  (2:30) minutes. Grace period five (5) seconds in total.

• VARSITY, JUNIOR and CELL: Minimum one (1) minute . Maximum one and a half (1.30) minutes. Grace period five (5) seconds in total.

Dance Style: Street Dance / Contemporary/ Open Choreography

• MP3 or high-quality music track.

• Deadline is fourteen (14) days prior to competition unless stated otherwise.

• There are no limits to the number of songs or effects that may be used in the routine.

• Your music must not contain inappropriate, lewd or offensive language. Penalties apply.

• Fix your music volume levels accordingly during the editing of your music mix.

• The length of the music mix should not exceed standard timeframes. Penalties apply. 

There are five major points that will be considered in your performance. These criteria apply to both varsity and open divisions.

1. CHOREOGRAPHY - 20%

This is how the routine is structured and formulated using movements that match the music chosen. Choose the appropriate street dance movements - WSB is a Hip Hop street dance competition. Groups can choose from old styles to new styles. There is no minimum or maximum number of street dance styles to use. It is best to use styles that represent your crew strongly. The quality and level of difficulty of choreography will also be assessed. A proficient display of dance styles is important. 

2. CREATIVITY - 20%

This is the ability of a group to create unique choreography, themes, and ideas that flow well throughout the entire routine. Award will be given to groups that think ‘outside the box’ and deliver something ‘fresh’ that has never been done before. This includes original ways in doing formation changes, moving into different levels, and formulating choreographic patterns. A well thought of music mix and performance outfits also counts in this criteria. Take note that as much as we encourage groups to think ‘outside the box’, do make sure that all the elements of your routine fit perfectly together and there is a natural coherence from beginning to end. Props are allowed, but subjected to approval.

3. EXECUTION - 20%

This is the ability of the group as a whole and by each member to execute the movements in their choreography completely and with the proper use of core strength and stability. This also includes how precise each dance movement and technique is performed and how synchronised the whole team is in executing them. 

4. ENTERTAINMENT VALUE - 25%

This is the group’s ‘x-factor’ element as an effect of the combination of their choreography and performance. The group needs to be able to captivate and connect to the audience and elicit an emotional response. Make use of different emotions in your routines (i.e. excitement, joy, use of comedy, fierce attitude, funky, etc.) for the purposes of entertainment. Groups can use dance tricks and gimmicks tied in well into their routine to create an impression. Ensure that you are using these tricks and gimmicks to create dance and not move away into a more theatrical based performance. 

5. STAGE PRESENCE - 15%

The group needs to demonstrate strong and dynamic energy as a whole and by each individual performer. This includes the use of matching facial expressions and body gestures while doing the choreography. A display of confidence is important to gain points.

• The highest possible score is one hundred (100).

• Across a panel of judges, the individual scores are added together and then divided by the number of judges to determine the final overall score.

• Any point deductions made by the head judge are deducted from the overall score.

• Any problem or discrepancy during the competition will be brought to the attention of the event organiser and event committee, and the respective decision(s) made will be final.

• Misinterpretation due to translation or interpretation of rules will be resolved according to English version (as per English dictionary).

• The judges’ decision is final.

MUSIC

• 5 pts Contains inappropriate language or swear word/s (i.e. f%ck, d!ck, b!tch, ass, etc)

• 5 pts Music length exceeding required timeframe (after grace period)

• 5 pts Late submission of music mix (14 days before competition)

PERFORMANCE

• 5 pts “Biting” or act of blatantly copying and closely imitating dance routines of other groups from YouTube or the Internet and passing them off as your own

• 2 pts Fall or trip or stumble from tricks or blow up – (per performance)

MOVES

• 2 pts Vulgar, rude or sexual gestures – (per performance)

CLOTHING ATTIRE

• 5 pts Improper or lack of clothing (i.e. nudity)

• 2 pts Clothing or props tossed into audience

• 10 pts Use of props that affect stage surface (i.e. confetti, glitter, powder, oils) - BANNED

EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCE: FALSE START

An extraordinary circumstance occurs beyond the control of the dance crew that affects your ability to perform at the beginning or at any time in your performance, including and not limited to:

• Incorrect music played or cued music

• Problems due to equipment malfunction

• Disturbances caused by technical difficulty – lighting, stage, venue or sound

• Introduction of a foreign object into the stage area, by an individual or means other than the crew 

MANAGEMENT OF EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCE

If an extraordinary circumstance arises:

• We may stop your performance immediately if it occurs at the beginning or during the routine.

• The organisers, adjudicator and director will review the situation, and upon confirming a decision and correction of the problem, will re-introduce the dance group to return and restart the routine.

• Claim of an extraordinary circumstance by the crew AFTER THE ROUTINE has been completed SHALL BE reviewed and decided upon at the discretion of the Organisers and judges. 

HEAD JUDGE (Adjudicator)

The Head Judge facilitates and oversees the panel to ensure that each and every member delivers a fair and sound judgement. He/she will assess and discuss all discrepancies, deductions and disqualifications throughout the competition proper.

JUDGING PANEL

The Organisers have set their own criteria for selecting credible, qualified and experienced judges and reserves the right to determine the officiating panel of judges per division.

• All participants must complete and sign all the required forms by the given deadline. All forms must be returned to the organiser with the appropriate participation fees prior to the competition. 

• Waiver Agreement: If requested, Crews must sign and submit a Waiver Agreement prior to the competition, releasing MAS Presents, HOOPDREAMZ Enterprises Pty Ltd, the organisers, their agents, officers, staff and sponsors from liability for any accidents or injuries occurring prior to, during, or after the event.

• Release of Likeness: If requested, all crews must sign a release of likeness agreement permitting MAS Presents or the competition organiser, agents or sponsors to film, videotape, and/or record the crew performance(s) and event participation for use in television, motion pictures, home video, internet, radio, press releases, media, public relations etc. This applies to MAS Presents and ASEV Pte Ltd’s management purposes only.

The Organisers are aware and understands that unforeseen circumstances can arise, which might result in changes to the composition of a dance crew between WSB Singapore and WSB Championship. To ensure full qualification, and in fairness to other dance crews, the following rules must be followed:

• The maximum number of dancers that competed in WSB Singapore must be retained, unless approved by the Organisers.  

• If dancers are substituted, at least 50% of your dance crew that competed in WSB Singapore must be retained, unless approved by the Organisers.  

Example: Your dance crew at WSB Singapore comprised of 10 dancers. Due to unforeseen circumstances, 3 of these dancers are not able to compete in WSB Championship, Australia. These 3 dancers can be substituted as 7 of the remaining dancers make up 70%. You cannot have more than 10 dancers and you cannot replace more than 3, unless approved by the Organisers. Registration fees are mandatory for 10 dancers (i.e. the 3 dancers that are substitutes do not need to pay additional fees).

WSB Championship does not have a Tertiary Division,  the champion crew under the Tertiary Division of WSB Singapore will participate under the Monster Division alongside with the Monster Division champion crew of WSB Singapore.

Any changes must be brought to the attention of the Organisers at least two weeks prior to the event and approved by the Organisers.

• It is the responsibility of the dance crew leader to report a crew member’s injury or illness to the event organiser.

• If at any time prior or during the competition that a dance crew member becomes ill or physical condition is at risk, he/she may be declared ineligible to compete. Final decision lies with the Organisers.

• The Organisers reserves the right to withdraw any competitor who appears to have serious injury or medical condition.

• The Organisers reserves the right to request the submittal of a doctor’s written authorisation for a crew/member to compete.

Crews should wear clothing that reflect your character and natural style. Be tasteful and creative, not offensive

Support gear such as knee pads, helmets, or any performing apparatus such as hats, gloves etc. to aid in the proper execution of a move is allowed. Body oils, glitter, confetti, powder or other substances applied to the body or clothing that may affect the clean dry surface of the stage and the safety of fellow competitors are strictly prohibited. Any props requiring setup and packing up are permitted as long as it is removed immediately after the crew’s performance. 

The Organiser will provide audio and visual equipment at our discretion. There will be no special allowances for lighting cues in a dance crew’s performance.

The Organisers will provide a stage in Singapore and may provide rehearsal time dependent upon venue availability and practicability.

WORLD SUPREMACY BATTLEGROUNDS™ SINGAPORE

The performance order for the WORLD SUPREMACY BATTLEGROUNDS SINGAPORE is determined by drawing lots and it will be livestreamed.

WORLD SUPREMACY BATTLEGROUNDS™

The performance order for the WORLD SUPREMACY BATTLEGROUNDS™ (WSB) is determined by placement in the Qualifiers and National Championships. The crew that qualifies with the highest score (State/National champions) will perform towards the end. All other crews that placed second or lower will be randomly placed in any order.

1. By participating in the Competition, the participants agree to take part in any promotional or publicity exercise as may be conducted by ASEV Pte Ltd in connection with the Competition and the participants hereby irrevocably and unconditionally grant ASEV Pte Ltd all consents and waivers necessary to record and use the participants’ performance, appearance, likeness, name and/or voice (as the case may be) in any manner as ASEV Pte Ltd shall in its sole discretion deem fit.

2. The participants acknowledge that ASEV Pte Ltd shall be at liberty to publish and otherwise use any recordings and photographs (if any), for the promotion and publicity of this Competition (whether now or in the future). Each participant expressly waives all rights which the participant may have or be entitled under any legislation now existing or in the future enacted in any part of the world.