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Divisions & Categories

Every dancer, every style, every level, find your stage at The It Factor.

By Age

Age Divisions

Age is based on the dancer's age as of January 1 of the competition year.

Mini

6 & under

Petite

7–8

Junior

9–11

Teen

12–14

Senior

15–18

By Size

Performance Types

Solo

1 dancer

Duet / Trio

2–3 dancers

Small Group

4–9 dancers

Large Group

10–19 dancers

Line

20+ dancers

Production

20+ dancers

Production routines are intended to be theatrical or concept-driven performances and may incorporate a storyline, theme, multiple musical selections, character work, props, or significant staging elements.

By Training

Competition Levels

Beginner / Novice

3 hours or less per week

For dancers with limited training.

Intermediate

4–6 hours per week

For dancers with moderate training.

Advanced / Competitive

7+ hours per week

For highly trained, competition-driven dancers.

By Style

Genres & Categories

JazzTapBalletLyricalContemporaryHip HopMusical TheatreAcroOpenPointeModern
On The Clock

Time Limits

Solo

Up to 2:45

Duet / Trio

Up to 2:45

Small Group

Up to 3:00

Large Group

Up to 4:00

Line

Up to 5:00

Production

Up to 8:00

Optional Add-On

The It Factor Title Competition

An optional add-on for solo performers competing for an age division title. Open to solo entries only — your solo score determines title placement. Boys compete for the Mr. title in each division.

Mini

Ages 6 & under

Miss Mini It Factor / Mr. Mini It Factor

Petite

Ages 7–8

Miss Petite It Factor / Mr. Petite It Factor

Junior

Ages 9–11

Miss Junior It Factor / Mr. Junior It Factor

Teen

Ages 12–14

Miss Teen It Factor / Mr. Teen It Factor

Senior

Ages 15–18

Miss It Factor / Mr. It Factor

The Score

Judging & Scoring

Adjudication Levels

  • Titanium
  • Platinum
  • High Gold
  • Gold
  • High Silver

Judging Criteria

  • Technique
  • Execution
  • Performance Quality
  • Stage Presence
  • Choreography
  • Overall Impression