- Entry is open to anyone age 18 and over. If you are underage you will be required to have a parent guardian sign your application form
- Single applicants only - we do not accept duos, trios or small groups
- Entry is open to national and international competitors.
- Applicants must enter the division that suits their level. If you have competed more than once, teach pole, perform professionally or have been working in a club for more than 2 years you are considered Professional. Your level will also be determined by your video submission.
- We welcome all gender identities to apply!
APPLYING FOR AMATUER & PROFESSIONAL
Applicants will submit a video to be evaluated and competitors will be selected by an accredited mix of Stripper and Civilian Pole dancers. The top 12 applicants from both the amatuer and the professional divisions will be chosen to compete.
Videos can be on YouTube, vimeo, or google drive. You must be able to attach your video via web link for a completed application (downloadable files will not be accepted). Videos must be of good quality with sufficient lighting. Only one video will be viewed per entrant per category. Entrants cannot submit multiple videos. The video must show only the entrant performing. It is not acceptable to submit a group performance and expect the judges to identify the entrant in the group.
It is strongly advised that competitors submit a video that matches the CHROMEGEDDON criteria or your chosen level. It is also important to make sure that you demonstrate that you have strong performance skills and have good stage presence, even if your video is filmed in a studio setting. The judges want to see that you are capable of engaging and connecting with an audience.
Applicants will be selected based on a video entry of a previous performance not older than 2 years. The video must have NO CUTS or edits (with the acception of professionally filmed stage performances). Must be no longer than 3 mins - If you send a video longer than that, we will only be watching up until the 3 mins mark. YOUR VIDEO LINK MUST WORK. If we can't see your video, we can't judge your video. Your video submission does not have to be your competition piece. Video submission must be sent in by November 13th, 2026
APPLYING FOR FREESTYLE
Applicants will submit a video to be evaluated and competitors will be selected by an accredited mix of Stripper and Civilian Pole dancers. The top 6 applicants from both the amatuer and the professional divisions will be chosen to compete.
For the Freestyle category, applicants will submit a video dancing to a specific song:
• Amatuer - submit a video of you dancing to Buttons by The Pussycat Dolls
• Professional - submit a video of you dancing to Birthday Cake by Rhianna
All applicants from each division will dance to the song listed. If you submit a video to a different song, you will not be eligible for the freestyle category (you may be considered for amatuer or professional if you choose). Videos can be on YouTube, vimeo, or google drive. You must be able to attach your video via web link for a completed application (downloadable files will not be accepted). Videos must be of good quality with sufficient lighting. It is important to make sure that you demonstrate that you have strong performance skills and have good stage presence, even though your video is filmed in a residential or studio setting. The judges want to see that you are capable of engaging and connecting with an audience. YOUR VIDEO LINK MUST WORK. If we can't see your video, we can't judge your video. Video submission must be sent in by November 13th, 2026
VIDEO LINKS CAN BE ADDED ON YOUR CHECK OUT PAGE UNDER “Notes and Instructions”. If you forget to send your video there please send to: CHRMGDDN@GMAIL.COM with the same name you applied with so we can find you. Final results from our online judges will be in 3 weeks time. There are NO refunds for your application!
Props and Costume
- Performers are permitted to use any props, costuming, or footwear, provided that:
- a) the space allows for it physically;
- b) it can be feasibly/theoretically transported on a plane, and;
- c) it can be set up and completely removed in under 2 minutes.
- Any use of the above items should be described in the applicant’s entry. That must be place in the section “Notes or Instructions” which you will find at the bottom of your check out page.
- NO HUMAN PROPS ALLOWED
- If you don’t know what props you’re using as of yet, please email us your prop list when you find out.
- There will be NO payment or fines for props or late props. We just need to know what you’re bringing and to make sure it's suitable for our venue.
- G-STRINGS ARE ALLOWED! PASTIES ONLY NO NUDITY – As we are not licensed for full nudity. If your pasties fall off or any part of your genitalia shows during your performance, you will NOT be deducted points. However, if you let it effect your performance the judges will score you accordingly.
- No glass of ANY kind, no fire/hot wax, oils, liquids, paint, sand, or any materials that could potentially damage the poles/stage/etc.
Terms & Conditions of Entry
Competition and Performance
- Competitors must ensure they have warmed up and stretched properly prior to performing.
- Competitors must not consume alcohol or any prohibited substance prior to performing.
- Performances must be between 3 and 4 minutes long.
- Any significant changes to the performance as described in the application stage are not permitted without Organizer approval. Competitors MUST ADVISE the Organizer if there will be a clean up required after their performance, and must gain Organizer approval.
- Grip aids are permitted if applied to the body only. You may not apply grip aids directly onto the equipment.
- Grip aids that leave a residue on equipment after cleaning are not permitted (I-tac, Chalk..)
- Grip gloves are allowed
- Lotion, creams, oils, and glitter before the competition is prohibited
- Competitors must adhere to the rules of the venue.
Applications are considered open Aug 14 when we announce via social media, website, or otherwise stated. The current rules will be published at the same time as applications opening and will remain in effect throughout the March 5th & 6th event. In the unlikely event that a critical rule change – defined as essential to the function of the applications evaluation system or clarity of rules is necessary after applications have opened, we will clearly indicate in the section of the rules what changes have been made. Any non-essential rule suggestions and non-essential changes are held for discussion for inclusion in subsequent years.
Photos & Videos
- Competitors are aware that they may be photographed or videoed during their performance.
- The competitor acknowledges that photos or video may be published by the Organizers.
- The competitor releases all rights or claims over any photos or videos, and acknowledges that such material is the property of and can be used by the Organizers for promotional or other uses, without compensation to the competitor.
- Competitors may film their own performances, provided it does not interfere with the photographers and other spectators, and are free to use them as they see fit.
!!! Good Luck Everyone !!!
