SHINE RUSSIAN CUP 2025
Prestigious Russian Bachata Cup by Shine Association
SHINE RUSSIAN CUP 2025
Prestigious Russian Bachata Cup by Shine Association
CONTESTANT HANDOUT
- FamiliarizationOn our website or in our chat room you get detailed information about all the features of the contests
- Choose a discipline and nominationYou look at the different participation options and choose the one you are interested in from the available options
- PaymentEnter the required data and choose one of the payment methods. You pay 100% of the registration fee immediately
- InformingWe send you further instructions on WhatsApp and E-mail. Save them for attending the competition
- Inviting acquaintancesAssemble a support team. This can be done in person or by posting on your social networks
- Administrative controlIt is necessary to arrive at the site no later than 30 minutes before the start of the competition
FEATURES OF OUR COMPETITIONS
Why do you need to participate with us:
- you get points in the Shine Association rating for participating, reaching the finals and winning prizes
- valuable prizes from Shine Association and sponsors
- limited number of participants
- new unique regulations for more objective evaluation of partners and partners separately (J&J)
- judges are the most competent and respected bachata personalities in Russia (according to Shine Association, Social Dance Awards and UBA), who have regalia and competences in the contests they evaluate.
- the fact of registration is the payment of the fee for the relevant category
- to participate in shows, j&j and battles you must have any party or festival ticket valid on the date of the competition (e.g. any Party Pass or Full Pass).
- spectators can come to the contest by paying for any ticket valid on the date of the contest (e.g. any Party Pass or Full Pass).
CONTEST REFEREES
You will be judged by some of the most titled dancers in Russia and not only. On their account a huge number of victories in various competitions in bachata, as well as the greatest experience of judging in Russia. The list will be replenished
Dmitriy Davydov and Dilara Davydova
J&J referees
Yakov Tselishchev and Elizaveta Medvedeva
J&J and batlle referees
Mikhail Zhuravel and Sabina Sharipova
J&J and show contest referees
Olga Nagaytseva
J&J and show contest referees
Valeria Yurevich
J&J and show contest referees
Ivan Volkov and Alsu Volkova
J&J referees
Svetlana Ivanova
J&J and show contest referees
Daniel Torriente
battle referee
Олеся Самсонова
show contest referee
SHOW CONTEST
8 of May 19:00-22:50
Registration until 30 of April, 23:59. The participation fee may increase at any time!
To register, please click on the ‘more’ button next to the desired category
To register, please click on the ‘more’ button next to the desired category
SHOW CONTEST
8 of May 19:00-22:50
Registration until 28 December 23:59. The participation fee may increase at any time!
To register, please click on the ‘more details’ button next to the desired category
To register, please click on the ‘more details’ button next to the desired category
JANUARY 2025 RESULTS
J&J
9 of May 16:30-22:50
J&J is an improvisation with a random partner registered for the contest
Registration until 8 of May 23:59. Participation fee may increase at any time!
To register, you need to click on the ‘choose a category’ button
Registration until 8 of May 23:59. Participation fee may increase at any time!
To register, you need to click on the ‘choose a category’ button
J&J
8 of May 16:30-22:50
8 of May 16:30-22:50
J&J is an improvisation with a random partner registered for the contest
Registration until 8 of May 23:59. Participation fee may increase at any time!
To register, you need to click on the ‘choose a category’ button
Registration until 8 of May 23:59. Participation fee may increase at any time!
To register, you need to click on the ‘choose a category’ button
NOTE: The playlist will be posted here on the site on 7 of May 2025 at 18:00
JANUARY 2025 RESULTS
HOW ARE THE CONTESTANTS JUDGED?
- In the qualifying rounds and semi-finals of all categories, the referees evaluate each contestant with one score. The number of points is from 0 to 10. The judge may give the same number of points to different contestants
- In the Finals of the categories ‘Beginners’ and ‘Amateurs’ the evaluation is made according to several criteria (see the list below). The number of points is from 0 to 10. A judge may give the same number of points to different competitors
- The competitors with the highest total number of points in the Final Final Minutes of the ‘Beginners’ and ‘Amateurs’ categories are higher in the Final Minutes of the ‘Beginners’ and ‘Amateurs’ categories. In case of equality of the sum of points, the participants who scored more points on the higher priority criterion (see the list below) are higher in the Final Minutes of the ‘Beginners’ and ‘Amateurs’ categories.
- In the finals of the ‘Pro’ and ‘Masters’ categories the evaluation is made on the basis of several criteria (see the list below). Judges indicate only the final place in the protocol, comparing the finalists among themselves. Places are from 1 to 5. A judge cannot give the same place to different contestants
MALE PARTNERS EVALUATION:
- 1. InteractionLeading on simple and complex elements, emotionality within the couple, complexity of choreography
- 2. TechniqueGeneral dance training, basic step of bachata (principle of style)
- 3. MusicalityDancing to count ‘times’, basic rhythms, changing levels of dynamics, expressing predictable musical patterns, expressing unpredictable accents
- 4. ImageClothing, shoes, hairstyle and other attributes of appearance
FEMALE PARTNERS EVALUATION:
- 1. InteractionFollowing on simple and complex elements, emotionality within the couple
- 2. TechniqueGeneral dance training, basic step of bachata (principle of style)
- 3. Lady SoloSimple application of the female solo without musicality, and expressing predictable musical patterns and unpredictable accents
- 4. ImageClothing, shoes, hair, make-up and other attributes of appearance
STRICLY PRO-AM
IMPROVISATION
10 of May 18:00-20:00
IMPROVISATION
10 of May 18:00-20:00
Stricly Pro-Am is about improvisation with your teaching partner
Registration until 9 of May 23:59. Participation fees may increase at any time!
To register, please click on the ‘choose a category’ button
Registration until 9 of May 23:59. Participation fees may increase at any time!
To register, please click on the ‘choose a category’ button
STRICLY PRO-AM
IMPROVISATION
10 of May 19:00-21:00
IMPROVISATION
10 of May 19:00-21:00
Stricly Pro-Am is about improvisation with your teaching partner
Registration until 9 of May 23:59. Participation fees may increase at any time!
To register, please click on the ‘choose a category’ button
Registration until 9 of May 23:59. Participation fees may increase at any time!
To register, please click on the ‘choose a category’ button
JANUARY 2025 RESULTS
BATTLES
10 of May 21:20-22:50
Registration until 8 of May 23:59. The participation fee may increase at any time!
To register, you need to click on the ‘more details’ button next to the desired category
To register, you need to click on the ‘more details’ button next to the desired category
BATTLES
10 of May 21:20-22:50
10 of May 21:20-22:50
Registration until 8 of May 23:59. The participation fee may increase at any time!
To register, you need to click on the ‘more details’ button next to the desired category
NOTE: The playlist will be published here on the website on 3 January 18:00
HOW THE BATTLES GO
GENERAL PROVISIONS:
- Maximum number of 16 participants in one category
- All participants by drawing lots divided into 2-4 groups of 4 participants
- Participants in one group dancing ‘each with each’, ie each participant will have at least 3 battles with different participants. Total in each group will be 6 battles
- At the end of 6 battles, the winner of each group is determined by the largest number of wins (maximum 3 wins)
- In the case of the same number of wins in 2 or more participants, the winner is determined by counting the largest number of votes of each participant in each round.
- Winners of groups compete in semi-finals and finals (if there were 4 groups) or immediately in finals (if there were 2 groups).
- Finals may have from 1 to 3 tracks
- It is allowed to use acrobatics both in solo and in pairs.
- It is forbidden to touch the judges, guests, presenter and opponent during the battles
- Duration of 50 minutes per category
THAT INCLUDES 1 BATTLE (RUN):
- The song is switched on, under which the first participant begins to improvise. The change of dancers is on a special sound signal after 45 seconds
- The first participant leaves the dance floor, the same song continues to play and the second participant starts improvising. After 45 seconds the song stops
- When both dances are over, each judge after 3 seconds points with his hand to the participant, who in his opinion danced better, and the host announces the winner of the round.
CRITERIA FOR EVALUATING PAIRS AND SOLOS:
- SpectacleEmotionality within the couple and on the spectator, tricks and tricks, complexity of the choreography
- MusicalityDancing to count ‘times’, basic rhythms, changing levels of dynamics, expressing predictable musical patterns and accents, expressing unpredictable accents
- TechniqueGeneral dance training, basic step of bachata (principle of style)
Referees use these criteria to decide who danced the best in a particular battle
3-6 JANUARY 2025 SCHEDULE
19:00-22:00 | EARLY REGISTRATION. For holders of 3 day tickets for the whole festival, we have organised a takeaway early check-in. You get a fabric wristband at the registration desk for all days of the festival. This has to be done once, it is forbidden to remove the wristband. You can only receive the wristband in person upon presentation of your passport (or passport photo)
FROM 11:00 | DAY #1 OF THE FESTIVAL. Start of the launch of the participants of the masterclasses. 1-2 registration desks are open. You get a cloth wristband at the registration desk for all days of the festival. This must be done once, it is forbidden to remove the bracelet
12:00-16:00 | AMATEUR LEVEL MASTERCLASSES (FULL PASS):
16:00-18:00 | PRO LEVEL MASTERCLASSES (WITH PROFI PASS) BY DMITRY AND DILARA DAVYDOVS
18:00-19:20 | TEST OF THE RUSSIAN CUP VENUE. Self-testing of the venue (without technical support), only for participants of the show number competition
19:00-5:00 | CONTEST + PARTY
FROM 19:00 | GUEST LAUNCH. Start of the launch of the party guests. There are 1-2 check-in counters. If you have a wristband, you show it and go through. If you don't have a wristband, you get one at the registration desk. This is a one-time thing, it is forbidden to remove the wristband
19:30-22:50 | SHOW NUMBER COMPETITION. The most spectacular part of the party. Open Cup of Russia on show among couples, solos and bachata teams.
Registration link
(admission for participants and spectators is possible with any festival or party ticket valid for the evening of 3 January)
19:30 - Kids Latino Show
20:50 - Kids Awarding
20:55 - Women's teams
21:25 - Solo
21:55 - Mixed Teams
22:00 - Pro-Am Couples
22:25 - Pro Couples
23:00-5:00 | NIGHT PROGRAMME. The first party of the festival is a good time to meet someone, as well as to meet friends and girlfriends. Dance to your favourite bachata, salsa and kizomba music. Watch music shows. Ordering drinks at the bar
*The schedule of activities can be changed, but not later than 5 hours before the specified time, participants will be notified about all changes via WhatsApp channel.
12:00-16:00 | AMATEUR LEVEL MASTERCLASSES (FULL PASS):
16:00-18:00 | PRO LEVEL MASTERCLASSES (WITH PROFI PASS) BY DMITRY AND DILARA DAVYDOVS
18:00-19:20 | TEST OF THE RUSSIAN CUP VENUE. Self-testing of the venue (without technical support), only for participants of the show number competition
19:00-5:00 | CONTEST + PARTY
FROM 19:00 | GUEST LAUNCH. Start of the launch of the party guests. There are 1-2 check-in counters. If you have a wristband, you show it and go through. If you don't have a wristband, you get one at the registration desk. This is a one-time thing, it is forbidden to remove the wristband
19:30-22:50 | SHOW NUMBER COMPETITION. The most spectacular part of the party. Open Cup of Russia on show among couples, solos and bachata teams.
Registration link
(admission for participants and spectators is possible with any festival or party ticket valid for the evening of 3 January)
19:30 - Kids Latino Show
20:50 - Kids Awarding
20:55 - Women's teams
21:25 - Solo
21:55 - Mixed Teams
22:00 - Pro-Am Couples
22:25 - Pro Couples
23:00-5:00 | NIGHT PROGRAMME. The first party of the festival is a good time to meet someone, as well as to meet friends and girlfriends. Dance to your favourite bachata, salsa and kizomba music. Watch music shows. Ordering drinks at the bar
*The schedule of activities can be changed, but not later than 5 hours before the specified time, participants will be notified about all changes via WhatsApp channel.
11:30 | DAY #2 OF THE FESTIVAL. Start of the launch of the participants of the workshops. 1-2 registration desks are open. If you have a wristband, you show it and pass. If you don't have a wristband, get one at the registration desk. This must be done once, it is forbidden to remove the wristband
12:00-16:00 | WORKSHOPS
14:00-17:00 | ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROL J&J (BEGINNERS, AMATEURS). Receiving the number plate in person
14:00-18:00 | ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROL J&J (PRO). Receiving the number plate in person
17:00-05:00 | COMPETITION + PARTY
17:00 | START OF THE GUESTS. Start of the start of the contestants and guests of the competitions/party. 1-2 check-in counters are open. If you have a wristband, you show it and go through. If you do not have a wristband, get one at the front desk. This must be done once, it is forbidden to remove the wristband
17:30-20:15 | J&J QUALIFIERS (BEGINNERS, AMATEURS, PROFI)
20:15-20:30 | ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROL J&J (MASTERS). Marking of attendance without receiving a number plate
20:30-22:50 | J&J SEMI-FINAL AND FINAL (BEGINNERS, AMATEURS, PROS, MASTERS)
23:00-5:00 | NIGHT PROGRAMME. Practise at the party what we learned at the master classes to the favourite music of bachata, salsa and kizomba. Watch and participate in dance and music shows. Ordering drinks at the bar
*The schedule of activities can be changed, but not later than 5 hours before the specified time, participants will be notified about all changes via WhatsApp channel.
12:00-16:00 | WORKSHOPS
14:00-17:00 | ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROL J&J (BEGINNERS, AMATEURS). Receiving the number plate in person
14:00-18:00 | ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROL J&J (PRO). Receiving the number plate in person
17:00-05:00 | COMPETITION + PARTY
17:00 | START OF THE GUESTS. Start of the start of the contestants and guests of the competitions/party. 1-2 check-in counters are open. If you have a wristband, you show it and go through. If you do not have a wristband, get one at the front desk. This must be done once, it is forbidden to remove the wristband
17:30-20:15 | J&J QUALIFIERS (BEGINNERS, AMATEURS, PROFI)
20:15-20:30 | ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROL J&J (MASTERS). Marking of attendance without receiving a number plate
20:30-22:50 | J&J SEMI-FINAL AND FINAL (BEGINNERS, AMATEURS, PROS, MASTERS)
23:00-5:00 | NIGHT PROGRAMME. Practise at the party what we learned at the master classes to the favourite music of bachata, salsa and kizomba. Watch and participate in dance and music shows. Ordering drinks at the bar
*The schedule of activities can be changed, but not later than 5 hours before the specified time, participants will be notified about all changes via WhatsApp channel.
FROM 11:30 | DAY #3 OF THE FESTIVAL. Start of the launch of the participants of the masterclasses. 1-2 registration desks are open. If you have a wristband, you show it and go through. If you don't have a wristband, get one at the registration desk. This is a one-off; it is forbidden to remove the wristband
12:00-17:00 | WORKSHOPS (FULL PASS):
19:00-5:00 | SHINE PARTY (WITH PARTY PASS):
FROM 19:00 | START OF GUESTS AND PARTICIPANTS OF IMPROVISATION PRO-AM AND BATTLES. Start of the start of the contestants and guests of the competitions\ party. 1-2 registration desks are open. If you have a wristband, you show and pass. If you don't have a wristband, you get one at the front desk. This is a one-time thing, it is forbidden to remove the wristband
19:30-21:15 | IMPROVISATION COMPETITION STRICLY PRO-AM. Improvisation competition among Pro-Am dancing couples. Categories of participants: beginners 0+ and amateurs 1+. Registration by the link
(admission for participants and spectators is possible with any festival or party ticket valid for the evening of 5 January)
21:15-22:45 | BATTLES. The most spectacular part of the party. Competitions on battles among dancing couples M + W, as well as solos. Categories of participants: pros. Registration by the link
(admission for participants and spectators is possible with any festival or party ticket valid for the evening of 5 January)
23:00-5:30 | NIGHT PROGRAMME. The most soulful party of the festival. Have time to dance and socialise with everyone. And also taste delicious drinks at the bar
*The schedule of activities can be changed, but not later than 5 hours before the specified time, participants will be notified about all changes via WhatsApp channel.
12:00-17:00 | WORKSHOPS (FULL PASS):
19:00-5:00 | SHINE PARTY (WITH PARTY PASS):
FROM 19:00 | START OF GUESTS AND PARTICIPANTS OF IMPROVISATION PRO-AM AND BATTLES. Start of the start of the contestants and guests of the competitions\ party. 1-2 registration desks are open. If you have a wristband, you show and pass. If you don't have a wristband, you get one at the front desk. This is a one-time thing, it is forbidden to remove the wristband
19:30-21:15 | IMPROVISATION COMPETITION STRICLY PRO-AM. Improvisation competition among Pro-Am dancing couples. Categories of participants: beginners 0+ and amateurs 1+. Registration by the link
(admission for participants and spectators is possible with any festival or party ticket valid for the evening of 5 January)
21:15-22:45 | BATTLES. The most spectacular part of the party. Competitions on battles among dancing couples M + W, as well as solos. Categories of participants: pros. Registration by the link
(admission for participants and spectators is possible with any festival or party ticket valid for the evening of 5 January)
23:00-5:30 | NIGHT PROGRAMME. The most soulful party of the festival. Have time to dance and socialise with everyone. And also taste delicious drinks at the bar
*The schedule of activities can be changed, but not later than 5 hours before the specified time, participants will be notified about all changes via WhatsApp channel.
6:00 | FESTIVAL END
During the day - independent walks around Moscow in the company of dancers
In evening might be after party
During the day - independent walks around Moscow in the company of dancers
In evening might be after party
PARTICIPANT QUESTIONS
If you still have any questions, you can ask them by clicking on the ‘ask in chat’ button
In order to make sure that all participants can be sure of the adequacy and recognisability of the songs, and to be on equal terms with absolutely all participants, according to our regulations we provide a list of tracks for familiarisation
In order to prevent the tracks from being memorised and as a consequence depriving the contest of the basic fundamental idea of ‘social dance’, the tracks are published as a list (not a playlist) here on the website no later than 48 hours before the start of the contest.
In order to prevent the tracks from being memorised and as a consequence depriving the contest of the basic fundamental idea of ‘social dance’, the tracks are published as a list (not a playlist) here on the website no later than 48 hours before the start of the contest.
All audio materials must be sent to shine@bachatasalsa.ru no later than 23:59 on 5 May 2024 (otherwise your performance is impossible and the fee is non-refundable).
We ask you to adequately consider this rule stated on the website and in the regulations, otherwise it becomes impossible to organise the contest without delays in a decent manner
We ask you to adequately consider this rule stated on the website and in the regulations, otherwise it becomes impossible to organise the contest without delays in a decent manner
You will be refereed by some of the most titled dancers in Russia and not only. On their account a huge number of victories in various bachata competitions, as well as the greatest experience of judging in Russia
Read more at the link
Read more at the link
You need to follow the link
Select the appropriate nomination and click ‘more details’
Use the ‘+’ button to specify the number of participants in your team, and then fill in only your data as a payer.
Later we will ask you for the name and surname of the other team members.
Select the appropriate nomination and click ‘more details’
Use the ‘+’ button to specify the number of participants in your team, and then fill in only your data as a payer.
Later we will ask you for the name and surname of the other team members.
It is necessary to go to the link
Select the appropriate nomination and click on ‘more details’ and then ‘pay’ (the amount is already indicated for two people).
Fill in your details and the details of the other person in the couple (First name Surname, WhatsApp number, email).
Select the appropriate nomination and click on ‘more details’ and then ‘pay’ (the amount is already indicated for two people).
Fill in your details and the details of the other person in the couple (First name Surname, WhatsApp number, email).
What's included in the fee:
Also:
- participation in the competition
- pre-competition stretching
- prizes from sponsors
- prizes from Shine Association
- award products (diplomas, medals and cups)
- opportunity to be included in the photo report
- opportunity to be included in the video report
- opportunity to get promo in our social networks
Also:
- organisation of the competition by Shine Association
- judging
- DJ work
- sound engineer's work
- lighting work
- photographer's work
- videographer
- administrative staff
- TOP venue rental in the centre of Moscow
Any ticket valid for that day's evening (the minimum is a one-day Party Pass) is required for admission to the venue, and here's why:
For example, if the contest takes place on the 10th of May, you need to have a ticket valid for the party on the 10th of May. Suitable: Party Pass (9-11 May or 10 May), Full Pass, VIP Full Pass, Profi Pass, VIP Profi Pass
- Participation in one of the contests is originally conceived for those who are festival goers and plan to go to the parties anyway
- There are also times when you suddenly want to stay for the party after the contest. By paying for the ticket, the contestants reserve their place at the party, as the tickets may not be available at the moment
- Lastly, the access to the venue is done at the same time for spectators, contestants and just party guests. Therefore, all people can be admitted with one single ticket valid for the date of the party/contest
For example, if the contest takes place on the 10th of May, you need to have a ticket valid for the party on the 10th of May. Suitable: Party Pass (9-11 May or 10 May), Full Pass, VIP Full Pass, Profi Pass, VIP Profi Pass
To watch the contest as a spectator you only need to have any ticket valid for the date of the contest
For example, if the contest takes place on the 10th of May, you need to have a ticket valid for the party on the 10th of May. Suitable: Party Pass (9-11 May or 10 May), Full Pass, VIP Full Pass, Profi Pass, VIP Profi Pass
For example, if the contest takes place on the 10th of May, you need to have a ticket valid for the party on the 10th of May. Suitable: Party Pass (9-11 May or 10 May), Full Pass, VIP Full Pass, Profi Pass, VIP Profi Pass
Refund of the application fee is possible in the following cases:
- The Organiser has refused registration in accordance with clause 5.2. of the Competition Regulations;
- The competition in the category in which the participant was registered was not held in accordance with clause 5.1. of the Competition Rules.
In all other cases the entry fee is non-refundable
CONTACTS
Moscow, OKO Tower, 1-Y Krasnogvardeyskiy Proezd, 21c2
shine@bachatasalsa.ru
Public offer - by the link
Maximum reposts and likes on social networks are welcome
shine@bachatasalsa.ru
Public offer - by the link
Maximum reposts and likes on social networks are welcome
EASY TO FIND
Moscow, OKO Tower, 1-Y Krasnogvardeyskiy Proezd, 21c2
shine@bachatasalsa.ru
Public offer - by the link
Maximum reposts and likes on social networks are welcome
shine@bachatasalsa.ru
Public offer - by the link
Maximum reposts and likes on social networks are welcome