Code of Conduct 

General Behavior

  • All attendees are expected to treat others with respect and courtesy at all times.

  • Discrimination, harassment, or inappropriate behavior based on gender, race, sexuality, age, or ability will not be tolerated.

  • Physical or verbal harassment of any kind is grounds for removal.

Intoxication & Substance Use

  • Individuals may be removed for signs of intoxication that pose a safety concern.

  • Illegal substances are strictly prohibited at all venues.

Personal Conduct & Boundaries

  • Consent is required for all physical contact — social or partnered.

  • Respect personal space, physical boundaries, and refusals to dance.

  • Repeated unwanted attention or touching will not be tolerated.

Sportsmanship & Competition Etiquette

  • Unsportsmanlike conduct, including but not limited to aggressive behavior, verbal abuse, or disrespect toward staff, judges, or fellow competitors, is not allowed.

  • Dancers must follow competition rules and judge instructions at all times.

Event & Staff Respect

  • Follow all directions from event staff, security, and volunteers.

  • Disrespect toward staff or disruption of event operations may result in removal.

Media & Content Use

  • By attending, participants acknowledge that photos and video may be captured for promotional purposes.

  • Any personal media content should be captured respectfully and without disruption.

Wristbands & Access

  • All attendees must wear appropriate wristbands and have valid credentials for access to specific areas.

  • Wristbands must be visible at all times.

Consequences

  • Violations of the Code of Conduct may result in verbal warnings, removal from the event, disqualification from competitions, or permanent bans from future events — at the discretion of the organizers.