NEXT IDC BERLIN: FEBRUARY 28TH + MARCH 1ST, 2026 // REGISTRATION CLOSED!
Competition
Awards and prizes.
​The lowest of the four judges’ scores is eliminated, and the remaining three are added for a final score out of 300.​
​Adjudications
Every entry will receive an adjudication based on their total score:
150-179 points = Bronze
180- 209 points = Silver
210- 239 points = High Silver
240-267 points = Gold
268- 291 = Platinum
291- 300 = IDC Legend
Winners
In addition, the Top 3 Solos , Top 3 Duets/ Trios and Top 3 Groups with the highest scores in each age group will be announced.​ ​
Within each age category, the solo with the highest overall score out of 300, regardless of style, will be awarded ‘Best Overall Talent. ​
Prizes will be given to the top winners of each category
- to be announced soon.
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Additionally, special awards will be given in each age category for 'Best Choreography', 'Best Artistry', 'Most Improvement' (for those dancers who competed in previous years' IDC Berlin).
Scholarships and Prizes
Dancers and schools will receive prizes such as gift vouchers, dancewear, scholarships and discounts to summer schools, dance courses and programs around the world.​
2026 Prizes will be announced shortly.
These will also be handed at our Masterclass series which will take place before the start of the competition - Judges will watch the classes and present scholarships and prizes to those they see stand out. This way, those who may be better in class, than in a prepared stage routine, have their moment to shine.
See How it works for more information.
Scoring
Each performance is given a mark out of 100 by each judge, based on the following criteria:​
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Technique (30%)
The dancer’s ability to execute movements accurately and skillfully.
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Artistry and Stage Presence (30%)
The dancer’s emotional expression and connection with the audience. Confidence and professionalism on stage.
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Staging and Performance Execution (30%)
The overall polish of the performance, including timing, synchronization, spacing, and how cleanly the choreography is delivered — whether as a soloist or in a group.
Choreography (10%)
The creativity and originality of the performance (non classical pieces).
Age appropriate choice of choreography, as well as level of difficulty (classical).
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