ICONIC Competition & Showcase

A choreography-based hip hop dance competition and showcase that brings together studios and independent crews from all age divisions. Step onto the stage, show your creativity, and compete for the crown in front of a panel of industry-respected judges who know what it takes to make it. Whether you’re here to battle or to bring your artistry to life, ICONIC is the place to make your mark.

ICONIC REGISTRATION

Early Bird: Now - Nov. 30th
Standard: Dec. 1st - Feb. 15th
Late: Feb. 16th - Feb. 28th

Submit Registration Here

2026 ICONIC JUDGES

CAMERON LEE

@cameronleeproductions

Cameron was the assistant choreographer and dancer with Andre Fuentes for Taiwanese pop artist Zhang Hui Mei (AMEI). He then choreographed her Utopia World Tour along with Danielle Polanco and various music videos. He was a choreographer and movement coach for Paula Abdul on her “Forever Your Girl” Las Vegas residency in 2019. Cameron has choreographed and taught globally in places such as Hong Kong, Taiwan, China, Australia, Argentina, Guam, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Peru, Japan, Russia, the UK, and throughout the U.S.

CHRIS WILKS

@chrisjordanwilks

Chris is a LA native dancer and choreographer known for his full out movements and high energy!! he’s danced for artists such as Mc Hammer/ Timbaland/ Metro Boomin. he also has taught at various studios in Los Angeles and around the world

JHARRED OLLER

@jharredoller

Jharred is a professional dancer and choreographer known for his precision, movement quality, and strong musicality. He has honed his craft under renowned programs such as The Ave, Troupe, and CAPS University. Jharred is signed with The Movement Talent Agency and has competed across Los Angeles in events including Hip Hop International, Resurgence, and Ultimate Brawl. Beyond the stage, he’s shared his artistry through teaching at studios like TMilly, The Ave, and Snowglobe Perspective.

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ICONIC COMPETITION & SHOWCASE RULES & GUIDELINES

ICONIC is a unique event that brings together a group dance competition and a non-competitive showcase in one unforgettable experience! While we aim to inspire all performers, we also uphold an expectation for quality performances in both the competition and showcase.

GUIDELINES

ICONIC COMPETITION

Open to studios and independent groups
Competitive divisions include trio, smalland large groups
Competitive “Hip Hop” styles includes: street dance styles and choreography primarily danced to hip-hop music, such as street jazz, house styles, and more
Music lyrics should be acceptable to all age groups. No explicit lyrics allowed.
See Competition Rules below

ICONIC SHOWCASE

Open to studios and independent groups
No fee to perform
Dancers may perform in multiple showcase pieces
Music must be 3:30 minutes or less
No restrictions on age or group size
Although the competition is hip hop specific there is no genre restrictions
Music lyrics should be acceptable to all age groups. No explicit lyrics allowed.

COMPETITION RULES

REGISTRATION

EARLY:

Trio: $65 per dancer
Small: $60 per dancer
Large: $55 per dancer

STANDARD:

Trio: $70 per dancer
Small: $65 per dancer
Large: $60 per dancer

LATE:

Trio: $75 per dancer
Small: $70 per dancer
Large: $65 per dancer

PAYMENT

Make one payment for each group. Payment must be made through our online portal. All major credit cards are accepted.
Registrations are not final until full payment is received. Registration will close 14 days prior to the competition.

AGE GROUPS

A group's age is based off the average age of the group. Average age is calculated by adding ages of all dancers in a group, then divide by the number of dancers in the group. A dancer's age is based on the age at the time of the event.

5 - 8: Mini
9-12: Youth
13-16 : Teen
17+: Senior

AWARDS

Medals will be given to 1st, 2nd & 3rd place groups with the highest scores in each category.

Cash Award Payout Criteria:

1) Is only paid to 1st place in each category that meets the following criteria.

2) There must be 3+ groups competing in the same category and same age group.

3) The winning group's score must be greater than 285

Cash Prizes:

Trio Group $260
Small Group $640
Large Group $930

Cash prizes awards are subject to change.

JUDICATION

Three judges can score up to 100 points per group. Highest score from all judges is 300 points.

Technique: 30 pts
Performance: 30 pts
Choreography: 30 pts
Appearance: 10 pts
Routines must be age appropriate. If judges deem routine inappropriate, a point deduction of 5 points or disqualification may occur.
Tie Breaker: Determined first by technique score, second by performance score, third by choreography score and then final judge's poll.

MUSIC

All music must be clean, edited, and appropriate for audiences of all ages.

Upload music in the registration portal.
Double check to ensure the correct song and the music level is sufficient.
Music must be uploaded 7 days prior to the event and submitted as .mp3, .m4a.
We recommend having a back copy available on a jump drive.

Max Times:

2:30 min - Trio Group
2:30 min - Small Group
3:00 min - Large Group

PROPS

No dangerous props such as fire, swords, guns, sparklers, etc. No live animals or water. Use of any of the items above may result in disqualification.