Saturday, October 29th
The Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) is one of the largest, non-profit, volunteer, sports organizations in the United States. A multisport organization, the AAU is dedicated exclusively to the promotion and development of amateur sports and physical fitness programs.
The AAU was founded in 1888 to establish standards and uniformity in amateur sport. During its early years the AAU served as a leader in international sport representing the U.S. in the international sports federations. The AAU worked closely with the Olympic movement to prepare athletes for the Olympic games. The AAU is a voting member of the United States Olympic Committee. The philosophy of "Sports for All, Forever," is shared by nearly 800,000 participants and over 50,000 volunteers. The AAU is divided into 57 distinct Associations. These Associations annually sanction more than 34 sports programs, 250 national championships, and over 10,000 local events. The AAU Junior Olympic Games are known as the largest national multi-sport event for the youth of America today. It has become the showcase event of the AAU Sports Program. The AAU Junior Olympic Games prides itself with the nation’s most outstanding athletes year in and year out.
The 1st place winners become the official "AAU National Dance Champions" in their respective dances and divisions.
The following age categories will compete for National Amateur Titles:
Pre - Teen 1 = 9 yrs. old or less
Pre - Teen 2 = 10 and 11
Junior 1 = 12 and 13
Junior 2 = 14 and 15
Youth = 16, 17, and 18
Adult = 19 - 34
Senior 1 = 35 - 49
Senior 2 = 50 and older
The following dance categories qualify for National Titles:
International Latin, International Standard, American Rhythm, American Smooth,
West Coast Swing, Argentine Tango, Lindy Hop, East Coast Swing, Salsa, Hustle
Proficiency Levels
(International Latin, International Standard, American Rhythm, and American Smooth are all multi-dance events.)
Closed Bronze
|
Latin |
Rhythm |
Standard |
Smooth |
|
Cha Cha Cha |
Cha Cha Cha |
Waltz |
Waltz |
|
Rumba |
Rumba |
Tango |
Tango |
|
Jive |
Swing |
Foxtrot |
n/a |
Closed Silver
|
Latin |
Rhythm |
Standard |
Smooth |
|
Cha Cha Cha |
Cha Cha Cha |
Waltz |
Waltz |
|
Samba |
Rumba |
Tango |
Tango |
|
Rumba |
Swing |
Foxtrot |
Foxtrot |
|
Jive |
Mambo |
Quickstep |
n/a |
Closed Gold
|
Latin |
Rhythm |
Standard |
Smooth |
|
Cha Cha Cha |
Cha Cha Cha |
Waltz |
Waltz |
|
Samba |
Rumba |
Tango |
Tango |
|
Rumba |
Swing |
Foxtrot |
Foxtrot |
|
Paso Doble |
Bolero |
Viennese Waltz |
Viennese Waltz |
|
Jive |
Mambo |
Quickstep |
n/a |
*Open Championship in Latin, Rhythm, Standard and Smooth, are the same multi-dances as Closed Gold
NOTE: Due to the appearances of the single dance categories being contested for the first time in an AAU National Championship, (Argentine Tango, Hustle, etc.), only Open Championship level will be available. The only exception will be Salsa in which all proficiency levels will be contested. Lifts and drops are allowed for the single dances in the championship level.
ENTRY FEES
Deadline for entry fees to be paid is September 18th, 2005. No exceptions!
Please make checks or money orders to the
World Salsa Federation
8080 SW 81 Dr.
Miami, Fl. 33143
Credit Card Payments Click Here
$100 per couple to enter multiple dance championships (example: International Latin)
$80 per couple to enter single dance championships (example: Argentine Tango)
*Entry fees include membership to the Amateur Athletic Union and entry to the ballroom for the daytime competition sessions.