LYRA DOUBLES REQUIREMENTS

Doubles are performances by two artists at the same time on the same apparatus.

Lyra Doubles will not be divided by age for the purposes of judging and placings. This means that novice, junior team, adult teams and mixed teams will be competing against each other solely based on level, not age.

Doubles of different skill levels may compete in a division that reflects their combined ability, but should be no lower than one level below the more competent performers solo level in that apparatus. For example, if one performer is professional and the other is semi-pro, the Doubles team must compete in the professional division.

Amateur Level aerialists are typically individuals who practice aerial arts as a hobby or for personal enjoyment, often without formal training or performance experience. Strength and flexibility will likely be at a lower level. They may participate in classes or workshops periodically but do not rely on aerial performance or instructing as a source of income.

Semi-Professional Level aerialists have a higher level of skill and experience than amateurs and may perform professionally on a part-time basis. They often have some formal training and may occasionally receive payment for performances and instruction, but they may also have other sources of income outside of aerial arts.

Professional Level aerialists are individuals who perform aerial acts as their primary source of income. They have typically undergone extensive training, often at specialized schools or studios, and have a high level of skill, technique, and performance ability. They regularly perform in professional shows, events, or productions and may work for circus companies, entertainment venues, or as freelance performers and instructors.

Online Submission Requirements:

All candidates must perform a choreographed routine between 3:00 – 4:00 minutes depending on the division (Amateur 3:00 Max, Semi-Pro 3:30 Max, Professional 4:00 Max). The final round routine does not have to be the same as the online submission video.

The video must be entitled, “Florida Aerial Arts Championship 2024 Lyra Doubles (insert Amateur/Semi-Pro or Pro Division, and candidate name here)”
Video can be uploaded to YouTube, Vimeo, or Facebook, and can be listed privately or publicly (however an unlisted link must be provided with the application if the video is posted privately).
Candidates must submit a 3:00 – 4:00 minute long, unedited video of their skills with the following moves required:
Doubles are expected to demonstrate: both synchronized movement and movement that is together but not synchronized, unique and smooth transitions appropriate for level, and a mix of strength and flexibility moves
Doubles must include base and flyer skills that require performers to interact with each other in an acro-type fashion for a minimum of 30% of the act.
Doubles may have one performer that is primarily a base and another that is primarily flier, if desired.
Floor work not to exceed 15% of routine for all divisions.

AMATEUR – Three points of contact at all times above the bottom bar with exception of mounting the top bar. This can be done with either a pike or a straddle. No cross ankle release on top bar. Under the bottom bar, no foot, neck or heel hangs. (All mounts under bottom bar allowed, and one arm/elbow hangs are permitted).

SEMI-PRO – Three points of contact at all times above the bottom bar with exception of mounting the top bar. This can be done with either a pike or a straddle. Under the bottom bar, no foot, neck, or heel hangs. (All mounts under bottom bar allowed, and one arm/elbow hangs are permitted).

Competition Round Required Moves

All candidates must perform a choreographed routine between 3:00 – 4:00 minutes depending on the division. (Amateur 3:00 Max, Semi-Pro 3:30 Max, Professional 4:00 Max) The routine does not have to be the same as the submission video, however, it is acceptable if the performer wants to do the same routine again on stage.

Doubles are expected to demonstrate: both synchronized movement and movement that is together but not synchronized, unique and smooth transitions appropriate for level, and a mix of strength and flexibility moves
Doubles must include base and flyer skills that require performers to interact with each other in an acro-type fashion for a minimum of 30% of the act.
Doubles may have one performer that is primarily a base and another that is primarily flier, if desired.

Floor work not to exceed 15% of routine for all divisions.

Doubles are scored against criteria explained in the rubric below.

SCORING RUBRIC

10 – 9: Superior, expert. No faults or errors.
8 – 7: Above average. Minimal faults or errors.
6 – 5: Average, passable, competent, common. Some faults or errors.

4 – 3. Basic, fundamental, simple, beginner. Regular faults or errors.

2 – 1: Limited, reserved, restrained. Many faults or errors.

Basic Elements – 1 – 15 Points Each (total 40 points)

Artistry/Presentation (15 points max.) Artistry refers to the artistic and theatrical elements including musicality, costume choice, and choreography. To achieve the highest point allocation, the athlete should demonstrate intentional movement, creativity, a clear theme or storyline, and high levels of audience engagement throughout the entire performance.
Execution & Skill (15 points max.) Execution refers to the safe and controlled completion of aerial tricks and combinations. To achieve the highest point allocation, the athlete should enter, exit and hold moves without re-grips, slips, falls, strain, struggle or uncertainty. It should look effortless.
Difficulty (10 points max.) Difficulty refers to the overall level of difficulty of individual moves, combinations, and uniqueness of transitions. In order to display the highest level of difficulty to the judges, the athlete should perform tricks, combinations, and transitions with full extension and mobility, which are flowing and balanced within the routine.

Questions on acceptable moves or clarification on moves can contact us at any time – FLaerialartschampionship@gmail.com