Online Course
Pencas Blues Talk - 2025 Experience and Mindset Sharing
What You'll Learn
1
Firsthand insights from our 2025 competition and judging experience
2
Master the 5 judging criteria: Aesthetics, Musicality, Partnership, Creativity, Showmanship
3
Inside the judges' minds: How to stand out in prelims and finals
4
Deep dive into Solo and Partnered competition strategies
5
Debunking myths: Quality over quantity, dancing from the heart
Course Structure
Stage 1
Stage 1: Competition Overview
Why compete?
Analyzing formats: Solo, Partnered, Showcase
Core expectations from judges
Stage 2
Stage 2: Deep Dive into Judging Criteria
Aesthetics: What does 'Grounded' really mean?
Musicality: Rhythm and creating atmosphere
Partnership: Mental and physical connection
Creativity & Showmanship: Balancing flair with fundamentals
Stage 3
Stage 3: Solo Competitions
Non-interactive Solo: Telling a story
Interactive Solo (Cutting): Master Riffing & Cutting
The 70/30 Attention Distribution Rule
Stage 4
Stage 4: Partnered Competitions
Mix & Match: Building a shared language instantly
Strictly: Trusting your partner and turning mistakes into highlights
Stage 5
Stage 5: Preparation & Mindset
Handling nerves and uncertainty
Competition as fuel for growth
Q&A Essential Highlights
About This Course
Drawing from our 2025 competition and judging experience, we share firsthand insights into Blues dance contests — from the 5 judging criteria to Solo & Partnered strategies and pre-competition mindset.
Designed by Penny & Lucas, drawing from firsthand 2025 competition and judging experience, presented in a clear, step-by-step format.
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Pencas Blues Talk - 2025 Experience and Mindset Sharing
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