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Now Offering 3 Levels.................Register Early and Save Big.....

You are invited to attend the Southwest US Clogging Championships in Scottsdale, Arizona.   Mark your calendars....Friday & Saturday, July 25 & 26, 2008.    

Join fellow clogging enthusiasts for a memorable weekend in the Valley of the Sun for Championship Clogging, southwestern hospitality and fun in the sun.  It’s an all new theme that we invite you to partake!   From start to finish, experience a truly unique competition experience that only the Southwest US offers!!!!   

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Don’t miss out!  Make plans to attend today and see what everyone is talking about.   Be sure and book your hotel rooms early as rooms will sell out!!!!!    Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at info@azpride.com.

Sincerely,  

Matt & Colleen Pearson, Executive Event Directors

 

 

Room & Board:

Host Hotel & Venue - Scottsdale’s beautiful Doubletree Paradise Valley Resort will be the Official Host Hotel for the Southwest US Clogging Championships.  Event attendees will receive a very special discount rate of $89 per night plus tax (Single / Double).  All guestrooms are furnished in Doubletree grandeur trimmed with unbelievable amenities.  Enjoy a paradise get away while just minutes from the Scottsdale shopping and entertainment district.  For reservations call 1-877-445-6677 and request the "Arizona Pride rate" to receive the event rates. Make your reservations early as rooms will sell out!!!!  Features include: Private patio or balcony, mini bar, coffee maker with complimentary coffee, hair dryer, make up mirror, cable TV, fitness center, 2 oversize pools, racquetball, tennis, massage therapy available, Jacuzzi, onsite AVIS car rental, beauty salon, onsite restaurants, lounge, just minutes from downtown Scottsdale and world class golf.   Book your rooms now!!!  

 

Book your rooms at the Hotel by June 1 and get entered in a drawing for 2 nights complimentary accommodation at this year's Southwest US Clogging Championships.

 

Guidelines:

Three-Level Championship - The Southwest US Championships offers three levels of competition in several categories.  The contestant and or director determine level. 

Group/Team/Duet Age Divisions

 

9 & Under - Pee Wee                      

 

10 to 12 - Elementary          

 

16 to 18 - Senior

 

19 to 29 - Young Adult

 

13 to 15 - Junior                  

 

30 & Over - Adult

 

Individual Age Divisions

 

6 & Under - Tiny Tot                        

 

7 to 9 - Pee Wee                      

 

10 to 12 - Elementary          

 

13 to 15 - Junior                  

 

16 to 18 - Senior

 

19 to 29 - Young Adult

 

30 to 39 - Mid Adult

 

40 to 49 - Adult

 

50 & Over - Senior Adult

To allow more equitable winning opportunities, management reserves the right to break or combine age divisions if necessary.

 

Registration Deadlines:

 

 

Hotel Drawing - Prior to June 15, 2008 (hotel registration)

 

 

Early - Prior to May 15, 2008

 

 

Prompt - May 16  to June 18, 2008

 

 

Regular - June 19  to July 1, 2008

 

 

Special Presentations:      

 

USA National Clogging Championship Qualifications

 

Overall Adult Team

 

Sportsmanship Award

 

Spirit Award

 

Video Camera Policy - Personal video cameras will be allowed, however on a limited basis.  All video cameras must be registered with the event.  Cameras may not obstruct the view of any contestant or spectator.  Video registration fees are $30 per video camera.  Spectators and participants booking with the Doubletree Paradise Valley Resort by June 1 will receive one complimentary video pass and Souvenir Program per room.

Personal Program Messages - Both events will again offer participants, spectators and family members the opportunity to place personal messages in our Official Souvenir Program.  This is your way to wish your favorite group, director, dancer or family member the best of luck.  Just forward your messages along with $7 per message.  Each message can be up to 25 words in length.

Special Features for Guests of Doubletree Paradise Valley Resort - Spectators and participants booking with the Doubletree Paradise Valley Resort by June 18 will receive one complimentary video pass and one Souvenir Program per room.  Hotel guests will also enjoy additional event benefits and surprises!!!!!  

Souvenir T-Shirts - limited supply, so pre-order to ensure you get a souvenir shirt. 

Workshop Line Dance Team - We are pleased to offer this unique category.  The Workshop Dance Team category offers groups the opportunity to compete in a category featuring the choreography of workshop style line dances.   The rules are the same as the Line Team category, with the added requirement for the performance of a workshop style routine with repeating parts choreographed to various sections of the music.  Teams may dance to original workshop style choreography or perform any one of their favorite workshop treasures.

Bulletin & Announcements:

 Rules & Guidelines - Copies of the Rulebook are available.  On-line & download access is available on at: www.clog.org   For rulebook requests or questions, please contact us at e-mail info@azpride.com.

Definition of Acrobatics & Gymnastics - See Rulebook for specific definitions.    

Registration Forms - A registration has been provided for your use.  We are able to accept registration in the form of spreadsheet.  Speed up your registration and forward your spreadsheet via email to info@azpride.com (able to accept Excel spreadsheets). 

 Dance Order - Entries will be programmed inversely to the order in which registration is received.  Enter early; dance late in a category.  Enter late; dance early in a category.

Music - Team & Duet contestants must provide all music on a compact disc (CD) or  high quality cassette tape  [one song per tape, cued and ready to play].  Variable speed CD players and cassette players will be available for use.  Please have backup music sources available.  Speed checks will be provided prior to performance.   Music for individuals, short duo/duet and special events will be provided by the event. 

Family Fun/Hospitality/Unique Excitement - Participants and spectators will enjoy a weekend filled with championship clog dance performance, family fun and a unique excitement.  The event focuses efforts on hospitality and fun for the whole family.  Experience an interactive weekend of entertainment where you are encouraged to whoop it up and even get involved in audience participation activities. 

Group Hospitality Gift - Groups with at least one team entry will receive a very special Hospitality Gift from the staff.  This is just one way we show our appreciation for your support! 

Qualify for the USA National Clogging Championships - The 4 highest scoring teams/duets in each sanctioned category in the 12 years and under and the 13 years and older will receive an automatic invitation to compete in the USA National Clogging Championships to be held Labor Day Weekend.

Studio Development Grants Check out our new Studio Development Grant Program and see if you are eligible.  See Director’s Studio Development Grant Application for more details.  

Registration Changes Entries and amended entries received by July 5th  will appear in the Official Souvenir Program.   Amended Entries after July 5th may not appear in the Official Souvenir Program.  REGISTER EARLY!!!  At Door Registration Additions Will Be Limited!!!  Registration changes after July 10th will be subject to a $5 (per solo, duo or team entry) change administration fee.   There is no change fee or refunds for at door entry scratches.      Some categories WILL BE Closed based on July 5th trophy orders.   To ensure your entry into any category and avoid any change fees, be sure to enter prior to July 5th and carefully check your registration online as to the accuracy of your entries.   Thanks for your assistance in this area!!!

Prize & Awards:

 Prize Allocations:              

First

Second

Third

Master Line Team         

$100

$60

$40

Master Line Formations Team

$100

$60

$40

Master 4 or More Precision Team

$100

$60

$40

Master 4 or More Hoedown Team

$100

$60

$40

Master Exhibition Team

$100

$60

$40

Master Show Team

$100

$60

$40

Master Acapella Team

$100

$60

$40

Master Contemporary Duo/Duet 

$40

$30

$20

Master Traditional Duo/Duet       

$40

$30

$20

Master Show Duo/Duet

$40

$30

$20

Master Female Individual

$40

$30

$20

Master Male Individual

$40

$30

$20

Master Acapella Individual

$40

$30

$20

Note:  All Challenge Level Categories and Other Master Level Categories Are Trophy Categories

 

Showdown Tournament:

 

Southwest Showdown Team - 1st $500 - 2nd $250 - 3rd $125

The Southwest Team Showdown is a separate tournament for Master level participants.  The top 10 highest scoring teams (based on a % of total points possible) regardless of category, age division, and previous results will be invited to participate in a “bring your best routine” Southwest Showdown.  A different team is determined by having at least 50% different dancers.  Participation is optional – any vacancies will be filled by the next highest scoring teams.

 

Directors Cup Showdown - 1st $100 - 2nd $60 - 3rd $40

The Directors Cup Showdown is a separate tournament for team contacts/directors/instructors (collectively "group contacts") that have not had an entry place 1st, 2nd, or 3rd Overall in a team category featuring “Prize Money” during this year's Southwest US Clogging Championships.  Qualifying group contacts may enter one routine in a “bring your best routine” Showdown.  If multiple people serve as the group contacts, they will be limited to one entry.  This dance-off is reserved for group contacts that have not won prize money in any team category at the Southwest US Championships at the time of this Showdown.  Participation is optional.

 

Duo/Duet Showdown - 1st $200 - 2nd $100 - 3rd $50

The Southwest Duet Showdown is a separate tournament for Master level participants.  The top 10 highest scoring duo/duets regardless of category, age division, and previous results will be invited to participate in a “bring your best routine” Southwest Duet Showdown.  A different duo/duet is determined by having at least 50% different dancers. 

 

Event Line Up

 

Friday, July 25th

8:30 AM

Registration & Doors Open

9:30 AM

Director & Judge’s Meeting

10:00 AM

Beginner, Amateur & Master

Acapella Individuals

 

Beginner, Amateur & Master

Acapella Duos

 

Beginner, Amateur & Master

Female Individuals

 

Beginner, Amateur & Master

Male Individuals

 

Beginner, Amateur & Master

Traditional Individuals

 

Beginner, Amateur & Master

Short Duos

 

Beginner, Amateur & Master

Small Teams

 

Beginner, Amateur  & Master

Line Teams

 

Beginner, Amateur & Master

Exhibition Teams

 

Awards

 

4:00 PM

Recess

 

 

Saturday, July 26th

9:00 AM

Registration & Doors Open

9:30 AM

Director & Judge’s Meeting

10:00 AM

Beginner, Amateur & Master

Traditional Line Teams

Beginner, Amateur & Master Workshop Line Teams
Beginner, Amateur & Master Acapella Teams

 

Beginner, Amateur & Master

Contemporary Duos

 

Beginner, Amateur & Master

Traditional Duos