Twirling Unlimited

Description

Maximum set-up time for Corps is 5 minutes. For set-up time violations, judges may apply penalties at their discretion (up to 5 pts maximum). Entrance is optional. The following rules apply to all corps: 1. There must be a minimum of 10 members (Mini Corps, Floor Corps and Parade Corps must be 10 baton twirling members). 2. All corps provide their own music, whether live or recorded. 3. Penalties: - .2 drop of baton or other equipment - .1 alignment error - .2 out of step - .1 unison error - 2 fall - .1 boundary error per person - .1 per second under/overtime 4. Due to safety concerns, no mounts or lifts may be higher than thigh-high and no tossing of performers is allowed. 5. Any corps member may not compete in more than one unit in the same category and age bracket. (He/she may not compete against herself). 6. Any corps may have auxiliary sections, but none is required. 7. At TU International Competition, the floor boundaries will be 50 x 84. Additional Rules: - Corps may begin in any formation on or off the floor. - Timing and judging will begin with the first movement of any member or the first note of music whichever is first (including the commanders). - Timing and judging will end with the last note of the music. - Props and/or scenery are permitted but not required. - Time limit is 4-8 minutes. There is no minimum twirling time, but scoring captions emphasize twirling skills. No specific formation requirements. Score Sheet Categories (20 points each): - Variety - Difficulty - Twirling Precision and Unison - Technique and Execution - General Effect

Gender: Men & Women

Style: Team