February 4-7

All competitors are bound by these rules. Violating the rules may result in disqualification from the event.

Auditions

• No age restriction
• Must attend prelims, if unable, please upload your preliminary
• One audition only
• Can only compete with original choreography
• Paws and Head minimum

Music

• Solo has a 2:00 limit (going over by a few seconds is ok, 5 second maximum)
• Group can add 30 seconds per additional competitor up to 3:00
• Music cannot have explicit or offensive content.

• To compete in the Fursuit Dance Competition you must attend the scheduled prelims.
• If you cannot attend the prelims, please send a video submission to dance@fursquared.com or upload it with your signup form.
• Video submissions must be uploaded before signups close.
• Video submissions must show the entire body and have audio.
• Please title your video with NAME_2027.mp4
• While we don’t have an age restriction on this competition, a minor must have their adult companion with them at all times.
• Due to intellectual property rules, you may not compete for a winning position with a replicated routine, so only original choreography is allowed.
• You must perform the first minute of your routine during the prelims in the fursuit you will be performing in for finals.
• Fursuit feet are encouraged but not required.
• Performers must at least have a head and handpaws.

• Please title your music with NAME_2027.mp3
• Performances must not exceed 2:00 long. It is recommended that competitors do a simple edit on their music tracks to prevent any possible issues with start/end times during the competition.
• The minimum time for a routine is 1:15 long.
• If your music runs longer than 2:00 (two minutes), it will fade out at that point. If your routine goes over by a few seconds (5 at the most) it will be fine, but if you can end it by 2:00 it is greatly preferred.
• Group entries are allotted an extra 30 seconds per additional person. This starts when a group has three members. For example, a group of two would still have the limit of two minutes, but a group of three would be allotted 2:30. The maximum time a group’s mix should be is 3:00.
• Music should not include any inappropriate language or lyrics. This is a family-friendly convention and this event is rated PG13. Any inappropriate language in a track should be edited out by the performer beforehand. It’s encouraged to look up radio edits of music to see if there is something pre-censored for an easier editing process.
• Gun sound effects must be kept to a minimum, including cocking, trigger pulling, and gunshot sounds. If your routine has these sound effects, the song will have to be approved by staff. If you are uncertain if your routine is appropriate, feel free to reach out to us via email for an early review! (The earlier before the convention the better, in case modifications need to be made.)
• Music tracks can be uploaded via the sign up forms or emailed to dance@fursquared.com
• All emails should include your performer name in the body of the email, as well as any specific requests you may have for tryouts. Special requests regarding finals can be made in person at prelims.

• Only small clothing or “accessory” props (a cane, hat, fan, plush, etc.) are allowed to be used.
• No revealing attire allowed- dress as you would amongst regular dancers or company.
• Offensive logos or graphics are not allowed and are frowned upon.
• Footwear used for specific dance-styles are allowed (ballet shoes, tap-dance shoes, high heels, etc.)
• Please send an email to dance@fursquared.com if you plan on using any props so we are aware and ready to accommodate. These props need to be approved for use.
• We are NOT responsible for injuries/damaged equipment/clothing

• Any aggressive or bullying behavior will NOT be tolerated.
• Consequences of this behavior can result in disqualification of dance events, or even blacklisting from future FurSquared conventions.
• If you witness any behaviors like this, please contact either lead staff of dance events, con security, find a member of Warm and Fuzzies, or email dance@fursquared.com