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INVITATION

All-Russian Choreographic Competition
“DANCE BY THE SEA”

22 July – 4 August, 2025
Tuapse, RUSSIA
All Performing Arts | from 750 €

Director: C.S.F.P & WOFA
Deadline: 1 June 2025

PARTICIPATION INFO
We invite you to join us on the pristine Black Sea coast of Tuapse — a safe, inspiring setting for creativity, performance, and relaxation.

Festival Dates: 22 July – 4 August 2025 (14 days)
Safety Notice:

• Tuapse is ecologically clean
  
  
• No state of emergency declared
  
  
• Nearest oil spill (Anapa) is 600 km away; currents flow in opposite direction
  
  
• Beaches and sea are completely safe

Festival Welcomes:

• All choreographic groups and styles
  
  
• Unlimited compositions per group (see Regulations)

What Awaits You:

• Daily performances on the main stage
  
  
• Master classes with top instructors (certificate of hours & disciplines)
  
  
• Round tables & seminars with jury members for personalized feedback
  
  
• Thematic quests, games, relays, discos, shows
  
  

• Private beach access and seaside relaxation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Option A (2 + 2 block)

• Toilet & washbasin in block; shared shower on floor
• 2 single beds, bedside tables, wardrobe, mirror, balcony
• From 45 900 ₽ per person

Option B (2 + 2 block)

• Toilet, washbasin & shower in block
• Beds, bedside tables, wardrobe, table, chairs, balcony
• From 52 900 ₽ per person

Option B (Managers & Teachers)
• 2–3 bed accommodation with private shower, toilet, washbasin
• Refrigerator, TV, air conditioning, balcony
• From 52 900 ₽ per person

MEALS

• Buffet-style breakfast, lunch & dinner daily
• On arrival: lunch & dinner included
• On departure: breakfast included

PARTICIPATION PACKAGE
Includes accommodation, three meals daily, festival participation fee, full educational program (master classes, seminars, round tables), entertainment (sports, animation, discos, games), and support from curators.

DISCOUNTS & PROMOTIONS

• Every 21st participant attends free
• 5 % discount for second child from same family

PAYMENT TERMS

• 30 % advance payment required to confirm booking
• Final balance calculated individually per team

ADDITIONAL TERMS

• The Organizing Committee is not responsible for loss or damage of personal belongings, documents, valuables, or money
• Group leader bears full responsibility for the life and safety of minors and team members
• Group leader/sending party is liable for any property damage and must cover material losses as determined by the accommodation provider
• The Organizing Committee may use and distribute any video, photos, or publications from the festival without compensation to participants

PROGRAM INFORMATION
Evaluation Criteria:

• Performance skill and artistry
  
  
• Originality and structure of choreography; musical interpretation
  
  
• Stage culture, costumes, use of props

Qualification Levels: Grand Prix | Laureate 1st, 2nd, 3rd degree | Diploma 1st, 2nd, 3rd degree

Age Categories:

• 0 group: 4–6 years
  
  
• 1 group: 6–8 years
  
  
• 2 group: 9–11 years
  
  
• 3 group: 12–14 years
  
  
• 4 group: 15–29 years
  
  
• 5 group: 30+ years
  
  
• 6 group: Mixed

Awards:

• Medal for each participant
  
  
• Diploma for each performance
  
  
• Trophy or statuette per age category
  
  
• Grand Prize for Grand Prix winners
  
  
• Grants and discount certificates
  
  
• Letters of appreciation for leaders and teachers

EXCURSIONS
Details on optional excursions will be provided upon arrival.