aerial-arts
Kalamata Aerial Acrobatics
Festival & Competition
20 - 21 JUNE 2026
Kalamata Dance Cup
'Aerial Arts Edition'
Competitions Events & Show Performances
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2026 - 7Tth KALAMATA AERIAL DANCE CUP
AERIAL ACROBATICS - Competition Events
- AERIAL SILKS
- AERIAL SLING
- AERIAL HOOP
- AERIAL TRAPEZE
- AERIAL ROPE
- AERIAL STRAPS
SOLO, DUO, TEAMS
BEGINNERS / ADVANCED / PROFESSIONAL - WOMEN - MEN - MIXED
AERIAL ACROBATICS - Categories
Age Division
(Mini) Kids (4-6 years old): 2020, 2021
Juveniles 1 (7-9 years old): 2017, 2018, 2019
Juveniles 2 (10-11 years old): 2015, 2016
Juniors 1 (12 – 13 years old): 2013, 2014
Juniors 2 (14 – 15 years old): 2011, 2012
Youth (16 – 18 years old): 2008, 2009, 2010
Adults (19+): 2007 and older
Οver 40
Professional: 2007 and older (Applies to adult dance teachers/performers with 6 years of experience or more)
Age is calculated based on the year of birth. Categories from Mini Kids to Youth must bring a valid document as proof of date of birth.
LEVELS
- Beginners
- Advanced
Athletes may register in the level and age category that corresponds to their age, as well as in the immediately next higher one, except for the Professional category.
In the disciplines Duo Silks / Duo Hoop, pairs are placed in the age category of the older of the two athletes.
Participants in one category (instrument) are not allowed to register at the same time as Beginner and Advanced. This is only allowed if it is a different instrument (e.g. Aerial Silks Advanced and Aerial Rope Beginner).
In the Duo category, choreographies of two athletes compete using an instrument of their choice. Parent–child participation is allowed.
In the Team category, there is no limit to the number of athletes. Teams compete in Aerial Silks, Aerial Sling, and Aerial Hoop, as well as in other disciplines (such as Trapeze, Rope, etc.) which must be declared in advance to the KDC Organizing Committee.
Music Duration (Competitive)
Mini Kids (Solo και Duo 4-6 ετών): 1:30 – 2:30 min
Juvenile 1, Juvenile 2 (Solo και Duo 7-11 ετών): 2:00– 3:30 min
Junior 1, Junior 2, Youth, (Solo και Duo 12-18 ετών) 2:30– 4:00 min
Adults, Over 40 (Solo και Duo) 3:00 – 4:30
Professional 4:00 – 5:00 min
Floor (Ground) choreography is allowed no more than 20 sec
It is allowed to make contact with the ground between the start and end of the aerial choreography one time for up to 5 seconds and solely for the purpose of restarting with a spin on the apparatus.
The duration of the music must not exceed the time limit of each age category’s program. If it does, the music will be stopped.
SHOW DANCE SOLO (non Competitive) for all ages: up to 3:30 min
DUOS, TRIO for all ages: 3:00 - 4:00 min
GROUPS for all ages: 3:00 - 4:30 min
Mandatory theme and floor choreography of up to 30 seconds.
REGISTRATION – Aerial Show Dance Performance
Registration is completed through the same participation platform, by selecting Show in the festival section.
MERGING OF CATEGORIES
In case of an insufficient or excessive number of participants, the organization reserves the right to merge two consecutive age categories.
REGISTER HERE
MORE INFO ABOUT AERIAL ACROBATICS CATEGORIES
- Anyone with consecutive aerial experience less than 2 years
ADVANCED (Kids, Juniors, Youth)
- Anyone with consecutive aerial experience more than 2 years
BEGINNERS ADULTS
- Adults with consecutive aerial experience less than 2 years
ADVANCED ADULTS
•Adults with more than 2 years of continuous experience in aerial acrobatics.
PROFESSIONALS
• Adult graduates of circus schools who are performers specializing in aerial acrobatics.
• Adults with more than 3 years of professional experience as aerial performers who have been paid for their work.
DISTINCTION BETWEEN BEGINNER AND ADVANCED LEVEL:
In order to clearly define the boundaries between the BEGINNER and ADVANCED categories, we provide below some elements that must not be included in beginner routines. If any of these elements appear, even just one, the athlete will automatically be judged in the Advanced category.
For any clarification regarding a specific move, please contact us at the responsible person’s phone number:
Silks: Neck hang, Free drops with apparatus re-grip, No hands balance elements, One arm hanging, Planks-Levers, Inversions with extended legs and arms, Flips, Roll ups
Sling: Inversions with extended legs and arms, Neck hang, Combination of more than two drops, One arm hanging, Σανίδες Planks-Levers
Hoop: Inversions with extended legs and arms, Free fall from the higher to the lower bar, One arm hanging, Toe hook, Neck hang, Heel hang, Planks-Levers
Regarding the children’s categories (from Juniors 1 and below), free drops with apparatus regrip, flips, and neck hangs are generally prohibited for safety reasons. Neck hangs are also prohibited for the Juniors 2 and Youth categories.
Additionally, for safety reasons and in compliance with similar regulations applied outside Greece, the athlete’s coach must be next to them while they are performing their routine, so that in case of a mistake there can be an immediate response.
For further clarification, we remain at your disposal.
NEW CATEGORY- Showdance, non competitive
If you're looking for an exciting and dynamic performance category that isn't competitive, then look no further than our new category, Aerial Show Dance Performance.
In Show Dance, performers will have the opportunity to showcase their aerial acrobatic skills in a non-competitive environment. This means that there won't be any judges or scores, allowing performers to focus on expressing themselves through their art and pushing their limits without the added pressure of competition.
The only rule that applies to Show Dance is that performances must be within a certain duration, which has been determined by the competition organizers. This allows for a fair and consistent performance time for all participants.
In Show Dance, performers will have the freedom to choose their own music, choreography, and costume, allowing them to truly express themselves through their art. They can choose to perform solo or in a group, and can incorporate any aerial apparatus they prefer.
While Show Dance is a non-competitive category, there will still be an audience present to cheer on the performers and appreciate their artistry. This provides a great opportunity for performers to connect with the audience and showcase their skills in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Whether you're an experienced aerialist or just starting out, Show Dance is the perfect category for you to showcase your skills and express yourself through your art.
So what are you waiting for? Sign up for our aerial acrobatics competition and be sure to include Show Dance in your performance repertoire. The music duration of SHOW DANCE for all ages is up to 3:30 min strictly. Be sure to select Show dance in your entry form and send the music indicating that it is a Showdance! We can't wait to see what you have in store!
