The WDSF Adjudicators Handbook is the official guide to the WDSF Judging System 2.1, published by the World DanceSport Federation. Originally developed for WDSF adjudicators, this ebook also provides valuable insight for dancers, coaches, and teachers who want to understand how performances are evaluated in both International Standard and Latin competitions.
Rather than teaching dance figures or choreography, the handbook explains the performance standards used during judging. It outlines the four main assessment components—Technical Quality, Movement to Music, Partnering Skills, and Choreography & Presentation—together with detailed performance criteria ranging from Above Average to Outstanding.
By understanding these official judging standards, dancers can better identify the technical and artistic qualities expected in competition and apply them more effectively during training and performance.
Contents
Technical Quality
- Posture
- Dance Holds
- Balance
- Foot Actions
- Latin Actions
- Body Actions
- Preparation–Action–Recovery
- Spins & Turns
- Isolation & Coordination
- Skilled Figures
- Dynamics
- Lines & Extended Lines
Movement to Music
- Timing
- Rhythm
- Musical Structure
Partnering Skills
- Physical Communication
- Overbalance & Counterbalance
- Use of Space
- Synchronization
- Consistency
Choreography & Presentation
- Non-Verbal Communication
- Floor Craft & Positioning
- Characterization
- Energy Application
- Atmosphere
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