SnowBall Classic, The DanceSport Destination
Come to “Spectacular by Nature” Vancouver, Canada, one of the most beautiful and dynamic cities in the world, and experience the 23nd Annual SnowBall Classic International DanceSport Competition on February 4 to 6, 2011.
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What is the SnowBall Classic?
The SnowBall Classic is Canada’s largest world-ranking DanceSport competition:
- DanceSport is competitive ballroom dancing
- 3 full days of competition
- All ages (juveniles to seniors) and all abilities (beginners to the World’s best)
What are the major events?
SnowBall 2010 will have 4 world-ranking competitions, sanctioned by the IDSF (International DanceSport Federation, the world governing body for competitive ballroom dancing):
- IDSF World Cup Latin
- IDSF International Open Standard
- IDSF International Open Latin
- IDSF Senior Open Standard (ages 35 & up)
Plus dozens of other competitions for all ages and abilities
What are the traditional Standard and Latin ballroom dances?
- Standard: Waltz, Tango, Viennese Waltz, Slow Foxtrot, and Quickstep
- Latin: Samba, Cha-Cha, Rumba, Paso Doble, and Jive
All are danced on the popular TV shows "Dancing with the Stars", a hit in 32 countries, and "So You Think You Can Dance Canada".
How many competitors and judges participate, and where are they from?
The SnowBall Classic attracts over 400 competitors from up to 32 countries, including most recently: Canada and the USA, Austria, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, England, Finland, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Israel, Japan, Lithuania, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Russia, Ukraine, etc. The judges are from at least 9 countries.
Any ties to the Olympics?
DanceSport is a sport recognized by the IOC (International Olympic Committee), and is eligible to be elevated to full medal status.
What is the schedule for 2010?
The Preliminary Schedule is at this link: 2010 Preliminary Schedule
What is the Showcase of Champions?
The Showcase of Champions features non-judged show-dance performances by the top couples from around the world. Couples can perform any dance they wish, Standard and Latin ballroom with freestyle elements, or even other dance styles using any music, costumes, props, etc. they choose. Their imagination is the limit! See Showcase of Champions for more details.
Where is the event being held?
The SnowBall Classic is held at the Hyatt Regency Vancouver Hotel, 655 Burrard Street, centrally located in the heart of downtown Vancouver. SnowBall features a spacious dance floor with fabulous amenities. You can book hotel rooms through this link (Hyatt/SnowBall Classic link)
How do I get tickets?
Tickets for the general public go on sale in November 2010 at Tickets Tonight.
The Seat Map & Ticket Prices document is available for download: Seat Map & Ticket Prices
Who organizes the SnowBall Classic?
The SnowBall Classic is organized by a volunteer committee of DanceSport BC (DSBC) www.dancesportbc.com. DSBC is a non-profit organization that governs amateur ballroom dancers in BC.
How do I contact the Organizers?
Please see the Contact Us page.
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