Street Fury — ASCENDANT 2027
Competition
Two disciplines. One stage. Brownsville, Texas — February 25–27, 2027.
The Competition
Compete at the highest level
ASCENDANT 2027 brings together the most dedicated street dancers from across the Americas and beyond. Two open disciplines — Electro Dance and All Style — each with their own format, judging criteria, and path to the final.
Every competitor enters as an individual. Every battle is decided on the floor. No politics. No shortcuts. Just movement, musicality, and presence.
Disciplines
Two disciplines. One standard.
Electro Dance
Simplicity. Foundation. Power.
A 1vs1 battle dedicated exclusively to Electro Dance. Competitors will face each other through preliminary rounds leading into the main battle bracket. Judges will evaluate technique, musicality, creativity, execution, battle attitude, and individual style. Each dancer is expected to respond to the music, adapt to their opponent, and bring their own identity to every round.
Format
1-on-1 elimination bracket
Rounds
Prelims → Top 16 → Top 8 → Semi-Finals → Final
Judging Criteria
- Technique
- Musicality
- Creativity
- Battle Attitude
Divisions
- Open (18+)
- Junior (Under 18)
Prize
Trophy + Certificate + Cash Prize (Open Division)
All Style
Any style. Any energy. Any story.
An open 1vs1 battle where every dance style is welcome. Competitors bring their own style, movement, and identity to the floor, with no restrictions on how they choose to express the music. Judges will evaluate musicality, creativity, execution, originality, and battle attitude throughout each round.
Format
1-on-1 elimination bracket
Rounds
Prelims → Top 16 → Top 8 → Semi-Finals → Final
Judging Criteria
- Originality
- Performance Quality
- Musicality
- Cypher Command
Divisions
- Open (18+)
- Junior (Under 18)
Prize
Trophy + Certificate + Cash Prize (Open Division)
Rules & Conduct
Competition Rules
01
Registration required
All competitors must register in advance. Walk-in registration is not available. Registration closes February 18, 2027.
02
Age verification
Valid government-issued ID required at check-in. Junior division is for dancers born on or after February 25, 2009.
03
Music selection
Music is selected and controlled by the DJ. Competitors may not request specific tracks. Battles are decided on the DJ's selection.
04
Battle format
Each battle consists of two rounds per competitor. Semi-finals and finals may include a third round at the judges' discretion.
05
Judging is final
All judging decisions are final. Judges evaluate each battle independently. Scores are not disclosed.
06
Conduct
Respect for competitors, judges, staff, and audience is mandatory. Unsportsmanlike conduct results in immediate disqualification.
ASCENDANT 2027
Ready to compete?
Registration for ASCENDANT 2027 is now open. Secure your spot before February 18, 2027.