◆Competition
Categories, age divisions, entry fees and prizes of the first RUBY International Dance Championship — exactly as published by the organizers.
Categories & divisions
- 01
Professional Ballroom & Latin
Open, Asia Pacific and IDA Open. Winners receive the Memorial Trophy and USD 2,400.
- 02
Amateur Ballroom & Latin
Open, Asia Pacific and IDA Open. Winners receive the Memorial Trophy and USD 2,000.
- 03
Youth · Junior · Juvenile
Under 19, 16, 14, 12 and 10, plus Pre-Amateur, Novice and Synchronized events.
- 04
Senior Open Ballroom & Latin
Senior Championship, Over 35 / 45 / 55 / 65 and combined-age divisions.
- 05
Pro-Am Championship & ShowDance
Elite, Championship, 3 Dances and age divisions from Under 13 to Over 70. VIP Bronze / Silver / Gold packages available.
- 06
American Smooth
Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot and Viennese Waltz — including Pro-Am age divisions.
- 07
All Solo Events
Solo Elite (5 dances, U18, U14, U12, OSD U11) and Solo Open from Under 8 to Over 35.
Day Events
08:00 – 18:00 · Solo, Youth, Junior, Juvenile, Senior, Pro-Am and American Smooth.
Evening Session
19:00 – 23:00 · Amateur and Professional Ballroom & Latin with Visual Markings.
Adjudication
A panel of qualified, experienced and internationally licensed adjudicators.
Entry fee
All fees in US dollars unless stated otherwise.
Couple Events
| Event | Entry fee | Latin | Ballroom |
|---|---|---|---|
Professional OpenProfessional Asia PacificIDA Open Professional | USD 300 first event · USD 50 each additional | C · S · R · PD · J | W · T · VW · SF · Q |
Amateur OpenAmateur Asia PacificIDA Open Amateur | USD 250 first event · USD 50 each additional | C · S · R · PD · J | W · T · VW · SF · Q |
Pre-Amateur | USD 120 · USD 50 additional | C · R · J | W · T · Q |
Novice A | USD 120 · USD 50 additional | C · J | W · Q |
Novice B | USD 120 · USD 50 additional | S · R | T · SF |
Youth Under 19 | USD 120 · USD 50 additional | C · S · R · PD · J | W · T · VW · SF · Q |
Junior Under 16 | USD 120 · USD 50 additional | C · S · R · J | W · T · SF · Q |
Junior Under 14 | USD 120 · USD 50 additional | C · S · R · J | W · T · SF · Q |
Juvenile Under 12 | USD 120 · USD 50 additional | C · R · J | W · T · Q |
Juvenile Under 10 | USD 120 · USD 50 additional | C · R | W · T |
Synchronized Under 16 | USD 120 · USD 50 additional | C · R | W · T |
Senior Championship | USD 120 | C · S · R · PD · J | W · T · VW · SF · Q |
Senior Over 35 / 45 / 55 / 65 | USD 100 · USD 20 additional | Dancer’s choice | Dancer’s choice |
Combined age 80+ / 100+ / 120+ | USD 100 · USD 20 additional | Dancer’s choice | Dancer’s choice |
Pro-Am Events
| Event | Entry fee | Latin | Ballroom |
|---|---|---|---|
ProAm EliteTo qualify, the professional partner must hold a verifiable, recognized professional licence. This event is for former top amateurs returning to the dance floor with a professional partner. | USD 250 | C · S · R · PD · J | W · T · VW · SF · Q |
ProAm Championship | USD 200 | C · S · R · PD · J | W · T · VW · SF · Q |
ProAm 3 Dances | USD 120 | C · S · R | W · T · VW |
ProAm Under 13 / 18 / 25 · Over 35 / 45 / 55 / 65 / 70 | USD 100 · USD 20 additional | Dancer’s choice | Dancer’s choice |
Solo Elite Events
| Event | Entry fee | Latin | Ballroom |
|---|---|---|---|
OSD U11 Solo Elite (Girl) | USD 100 | C · S · R · J | — |
Solo Elite 5 Dances · Under 18 · Under 14 · Under 12 | USD 80 · USD 30 additional | C · S · R · PD · J | W · T · VW · SF · Q |
Solo Open Events
| Event | Entry fee | Latin | Ballroom |
|---|---|---|---|
Solo Open · Over 35 · Under 19 · Under 14 · Under 10 · Under 8 | USD 70 · USD 20 additional | Dancer’s choice | Dancer’s choice |
American Smooth
| Event | Entry fee | Latin | Ballroom |
|---|---|---|---|
American Smooth | USD 100 · USD 20 additional | — | W · T · SF · VW |
Pro-Am American Smooth Over 35 / 45 / 55 / 65 | USD 100 · USD 20 additional | — | Dancer’s choice |
Dance abbreviations
- C — Cha Cha
- S — Samba
- R — Rumba
- PD — Paso Doble
- J — Jive
- W — Waltz
- T — Tango
- VW — Viennese Waltz
- SF — Slow Foxtrot
- Q — Quickstep
Champion’s prize
| Event | 1st place | 2nd place | 3rd place | 4th place | 5th place | 6th place |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Open (Ballroom / Latin) USD | USD2,400 | USD1,000 | USD850 | USD650 | USD600 | USD550 |
| Amateur Open (Ballroom / Latin) USD | USD2,000 | USD600 | USD500 | USD350 | USD300 | USD250 |
| Solo Elite 5 Dances · Under 18 THB | THB3,000 | THB2,000 | THB1,000 | THB500 | THB500 | THB500 |
| Solo Elite Under 14 · Under 12 THB | THB2,000 | THB1,000 | THB500 | — | — | — |
Honoring a dance legend. A legacy that lives on.
Memorial Trophies
During RUBY International Dance Championship 2026 a special series of Memorial Trophies is presented, dedicated to a remarkable figure in the dance world who continues to inspire us all. With deep respect and gratitude, RUBY pays tribute to a true inspiration whose passion, artistry and contribution have left a lasting legacy. Winners of the Professional Open and Amateur Open events receive the Memorial Trophy together with the Champion’s Prize.
- Amateur Ballroom
- Amateur Latin
- Professional Ballroom
- Professional Latin
07Registration
Opens the registration channel of the organizers. · 7 November 2026