UPA/MN TIMBERWOLVES DANCE CHALLENGE CUP
MINNEAPOLIS, MN | 2009 DATE TBD

UPDATED 12/10/08

WOW FACTORS! • Hosted at Target Center, Minneapolis! • Competition Morning to Early Afternoon! • MN Timberwolves Game Evening! • Winners Perform at Halftime or Pregame! • Coach Attends for FREE! • MN Timberwolves Game Ticket for ALL Participants! • MSHSL Guidelines will be Followed for MN Dance Teams! click here for registration 2008 information and forms... 2009 REGISTRATION POSTED JUNE 2009!

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:

2009 DEADLINE TBD

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL:

$20/per participant
Payment POSTMARKED by TBD

ENTRY FEE:

$25/per participant
Payment POSTMARKED after TBD

AFTER DEADLINE:

$30/per participant
Payment POSTMARKED after TBD

DIVISIONS:

SCHOOL/Collegiate: Varsity, JV, Elementary, Middle School, Collegiate

All Star/REC: All USASF Divisions offered, International, Senior, Junior, Youth, Mini, Tiny

**download DANCE DIVISIONS LIST TO DETERMINE COMPETITION NUMBER FOR EACH ROUTINE**

HOW TO REGISTER:
FAX TO: 763-792-8990

EMAIL/SCAN T0: ANN@UPAINC.NET

MAIL TO: UPA CHALLENGE CUP

11101 ZEALAND AVE. N.

CHAMPLIN, MN 55316

ACCEPTABLE PAYMENT OPTIONS:
CHECK PAYABLE TO: UPA CHALLENGE CUP -- SCHOOL/ORGANIZATION CHECK, MONEY ORDER OR CASHIER’S CHECKS ACCEPTED.

CREDIT CARD: VISA, MASTERCARD, AMEX

PARTICIPANT WAIVER:

COACHES ATTEND FOR FREE!
Up to 2 coaches FREE per registered TEAM

ENTRY FEE INCLUDES:
Registration for 2 routines, participant gift bag, event t-shirts, Timberwolves game ticket!

FAN GAME TICKETS:
Additional game tickets are available for YOUR FANS!

MEAL DEAL:
Pre-ordered meal coupons are available for purchase. Includes hot dog, chips and soda. (unlimited)

AWARDS:
Trophies awarded to Top 3 in each division
Up to 4 teams from each event will PERFORM at the Minnesota Timberwolves game that night

Hotel Info:
make a weekend out of it! Great rate available for this event.
Minneapolis Marriott City Center
30 South 7th Street
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402
1-800-228-9290
Ask for the "Target Center Rate" - 2008 RATE: $89 per night

Bus Parking Info:
If you are arriving by bus, you must reserve bus parking in advance.
Call AMPCO Parking at: 612-333-9031
Tell them you are reserving parking for the December 6th Dance Competition at the Target Center.

Nearby Restaurant / Dining Info:
Applebees
600 Hennepin Avenue, Suite 200
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 332-5255

NBA City
600 1st Ave N Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 767-2960

Jimmy Johns
600 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 333-6677

The Loon Cafe
500 1st Ave N Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 332-8342

Hard Rock Cafe
600 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN 55403
(952) 285-7625

Pizza Luce
119 N 4th St Minneapolis, MN 55401
(612) 333-7359

TGI Friday's
616 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 305-1915

Olive Garden
5235 Wayzata Blvd Saint Louis Park MN 55416 (952) 544-4423

Buca di Beppo
1204 Harmon Place
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 288- 0138

Champps
100 N 6th St Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 335-5050

DEFINITIONS:

HIP HOP DEFINITION o Routine focus is on contemporary upbeat moves that are dynamic and have a street style feel.
o Emphasis on body movements and popping with an athletic feel overall.
o No stunting or advanced level tumbling.
o Maximum time is two minutes & thirty seconds (2:30) for the entire routine. There is no minimum time requirement.
o USASF ALL STAR division time limit is two minutes & fifteen seconds (2:15) for the entire routine.

JAZZ DEFINITION o Routine focus is on jazz moves that incorporate musical interpretation, synchronization, technical steps, visual effectiveness, variety of movements, skills & control.
o No stunting or advanced level tumbling.
o Maximum time is two minutes & thirty seconds (2:30) for the entire routine. There is no minimum time requirement.
o USASF All Star division time limit is two minutes & fifteen seconds (2:15) for the entire routine.

MSHSL JAZZ DEFINITION o Routine focus is on jazz moves that incorporate musical interpretation, synchronization, technical steps, visual effectiveness, variety of movements, skills & control.
o May not include more than 5 kicks above the waist.
o A minimum of 1 pirouette must be performed by the entire team, at the same time.
o A minimum of 1 leap or jump must be performed in a Jazz routine, by the entire team, at the same time.
o No stunting or advanced level tumbling.
o Maximum time is three minutes (3:00) for the entire routine. The minimum time requirement is two minutes & thirty seconds (2:30).

KICK DEFINITION o Routine focus is on kick execution, variety of kicks incorporated, technique, synchronization and visual effectiveness.
o No stunting or advanced level tumbling.
o Maximum time is two minutes & thirty seconds (2:30) for the entire routine. There is no minimum time requirement.

MSHSL HIGH KICK PRECISION DEFINITION o Routine focus is on kick execution, variety of kicks incorporated, technique, synchronization and visual effectiveness.
o 50-75 kicks above the waist must be performed by all team members
o No stunting or advanced level tumbling.
o Maximum time is three minutes & thirty seconds (3:30) for the entire routine. The minimum time requirement is three minutes (3:00).

OPEN DEFINITION o Routine can be any style, theme or emphasis. (Lyrical, Variety, Tap, Kick (if non-school), etc...)
o No stunting or advanced level tumbling. Props may be used.
o Major thematic production numbers and/or elaborate sets are not allowed.
o Performers must hand carry on props during entrance without assistance from others.
o No additional time for set-up or tear down. Remember... total time is 2:30.
o Major sets are not allowed.
o All styles will be judged against each other.
o Teams may ONLY enter ONE routine in the OPEN category. (example: You can NOT enter a lyrical and variety routine and compete against yourself.)
o Maximum time is two minutes & thirty seconds (2:30) for the entire routine. There is no minimum time requirement.
o usasf all star division time limit is two minutes & fifteen seconds (2:15) for the entire routine.

POM DEFINITION o Routine focus is on pom creativity, visual effectiveness, technique & synchronization. No stunting or advanced level tumbling.
o Maximum time is two minutes & thirty seconds (2:30) for the entire routine. There is no minimum time requirement.
o Dance Worlds division time limit is two minutes & fifteen seconds (2:15) for the entire routine.

FREQUENTLY AKED QUESTIONS

IS THE FEE PER PERSON?
Yes. The fee covers the competition, game ticket, t-shirt, bag AND MORE!

I AM A MSHSL MEMBER. CAN I ATTEND THIS EVENT?
Yes! We will adopt all MSHSL policies and divisions for our event. You can come!

HOW MANY ROUTINES CAN WE DO?
All teams may perform two (2) routines at the event. If a team would like to ENTER AN ADDITIONAL routine, then they would pay an additional flat fee of $75 PER ROUTINE.

DOES EVERYONE GET TO GO TO THE GAME?
Absolutely! A ticket will be given to all registered participants for that night's game. Teams will also receive up to two (2) complimentary tickets for coaches. Additional tickets for coaches and/or guests are available at a discounted price of $15 each.

WHEN DO I HAVE TO ORDER ADDITIONAL TICKETS?
You may add additional tickets at any time. If you are unsure about how many want to come cheer you on at the competition, then send in the registration form NOW. Print off another registration form and mail in your additional tickets with payment when you confirm what you need. Don’t forget to order meal deal coupons for guests too. It’s a great deal!

WHAT IS THIS MEAL DEAL COUPON?
The Timberwolves have put together a great package for anyone attending the UPA Challenge Cup. A complete meal for $5. Meal includes a hot doG, chips and soda. You can order as many as you’d like.

HOW MANY AWARDS ARE GIVEN?
Trophies will be awarded to Top 3 in each division.

WHO PERFORMS AT THE GAME THAT NIGHT?
Up to 4 routines will perform that night at the game either during pre-game or halftime.

IS THERE A SPECTATOR ADMISSION FEE FOR THE COMPETITION?
YES. If a spectator has not purchased a fan ticket that includes timberwolves game admission, THERE IS AN ADMISSION FEE.

ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS?
Contact: INFO@upainc.net

CANCELLATION POLICY

UPA reserves the right to cancel this event.

Should UPA need to cancel this event, UPA will:
* Let the participating team know within 5 business days of event cancellation.
* Return all monies paid to UPA for this event, including game and meal deal tickets.
* When possible, offer participation (participant will be responsible for expenses) in future events.
* When possible, offer game and meal deal tickets to the team at listed prices in the case the team still wants to attend the Timberwolves game.
* When possible, offer a performance slot during pre-game and/or halftime, if available, with the purchase of game tickets at the fan price.
UPA Will Not:
* Reimburse any transportation chargeS incurred for this event.
* Reimburse any other charges (hotel, car, etc.) incurred for this event.
* Reimburse for any additional persons traveling with said participant.
If Participant cancels:
* Fully refundable 30 days prior to the event less a $50 administrative fee.
* Fifty percent refundable 20 days prior to the event plus a $50 administrative fee.
* All fees paid are nonrefundable 10 days prior to the event. No exceptions. This includes fan tickets purchased.