Rules

Music matters (applies to BOTH qualifying and final rounds):

• If players want to use their own music, they must be prepared with an appropriate music CD prior to the qualifiers. Otherwise, the song will be randomly selected.
• It is the player’s responsibility to ensure that the music they bring to the contest is compatible with the equipment provided. Thus, media containing music is only limited to CD or CD-R to be safe. (Music burned to CD-R must be in standard audio format)
• Be sure to keep your music media safe as it is your responsibility to do so. Prevent the occurrence of “tragedies” such as:
• Scratches on media
• Loss of media
• The media containing the music, or the media casing, must be labeled clearly:
• Contestant’s name
• Division being joined for that particular song
• Track of song to be used
• Music must be in one track. Music extended over 2 tracks or over 2 media is not acceptable.
• Music less than the allotted time will be stopped after 1 track played.
• If the music is stopped accidentally, the contestant may choose to continue his or her performance from the point that the music stopped or restart their performance at the end of the division.
• Music must be appropriate for all audiences (e.g. no obscenities, no offensive content, etc)
• Remember: If you are unsure about your music, a judge will be available to listen to your music and make sure it is appropriate.

Rules for qualifying round (1 minute freestyle):

• There will be none this time; competitors will start off with the 3 minute final freestyle round.

Rules for final round (3 minute freestyle):

• The timer starts when the music starts. No points will be scored for tricks done before the music starts, or after the 3-minute mark.
• Players are judged on BOTH technical execution and performance style this time.
• Note: While performing, only the contestant can be on the stage. Contestants can only use articles that they brought on stage. Contestants cannot use any yo-yos passed to the stage by others.