THE ONE NATIONALS

AFTERMATH

JUNE 11-22, 2025 S / 5

SAN DIEGO

We’ve created KĀOS all year. Come witness the AFTERMATH.

CREW SHOWDOWN

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CAST EXPERIENCE

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KĀOTIC DANCER OF THE YEAR

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ABOUT AFTERMATH

2024-25 S / 5

EXPERIENCE THE AFTERMATH:

Cast Experience
4 days, 15+ hours of intensive hip-hop classes
Takeover National Championships
Crew Showdown Competition
KĀOTIC Dancer of the Year Competition
Freestyle Battle National Championships
The AFTERMATH Show

YOUR AFTERMATH REGISTRATION INCLUDES:

Intensive hip-hop classes with the KĀOS faculty and special guests
Audition with top dance agencies and casting directors
Early access to tickets for the AFTERMATH Show

VENUE:

Town and Country Resort & Convention Center

500 Hotel Circle North
San Diego, CA 92108

WEBSITE BOOK A ROOM

FACULTY

DEXTER CARR – DIRECTOR

J BLAZE – DIRECTOR

NATALIE BEBKO

JULIAN DEGUZMAN

LYLE BENIGA

FEFE BURGOS

TRICIA MIRANDA

RACHEL WILSON

SZN:4 SQUAD

FAQ

Q: Did I need to attend a regional city in order to attend AFTERMATH?

A: No, AFTERMATH is open to anyone regardless of regional attendance.

Q: Can I compete at AFTERMATH if I didn’t compete during the regional tour?

A: Yes, AFTERMATH has the option to compete without pre-qualifying.

Q: Do cast members have to participate for the full 11 days?

A: Yes, in order to participate in the cast experience, you must register for the full 11 days.

Q: Can I participate in the Cast Experience if I won Cast during the 2023-2024 tour season?

A: You can only participate in the Cast Experience if you won Cast during the 2024-2025 tour season.

WORKSHOP

2024-25 S / 5

DEVELOP YOUR DANCE LEGACY

Divisions (# of Dancers)	Early Registration (Submitted before 5/11)	Full Registration (Submitted after 5/11)
PRO/TEACHER	$510	$540
ADVANCED	$480	$530
INTERMEDIATE	$480	$530
SPARKS	$460	$510
CAST EXPERIENCE FULL WEEK OF REHEARSALS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CLASSES SQUAD AUDITION + MORE!	+ $350 TO WORKSHOP	+ $380 TO WORKSHOP
OBSERVER	$50	$70

SCHOLARSHIPS:

All dancers that received a KĀOS Cast, KĀOS Member, or AFTERMATH scholarship during the 2024-2025 tour season receive $100 off registration fees.

REGISTRATION TERMS

If you are unable to attend and you’ve already paid your balance, we will issue a credit voucher for that balance, good towards your 2025-2026 future KĀOS registration.

SAMPLE SCHEDULE

An exact schedule will be released one week before the event. Please keep in mind that this is a tentative schedule and is subject to change.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11 – MONDAY, JUNE 16

CAST EXPERIENCE REHEARSALS, EXCLUSIVE CLASSES, SQUAD AUDITION + MORE!

TUESDAY, JUNE 17

8:00 AM – 9:00 PM	AFTERMATH SHOW DRESS REHEARSAL
8:00 AM – 9:00 PM	KĀOTIC DANCER OF THE YEAR REHEARSALS + AUDITIONS

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18

7:00 AM – 8:00 AM	CHECK-IN
8:00 AM – 2:00 PM	TAKEOVER Competition: Solos & KĀOTIC DANCER OF THE YEAR PRELIMS
2:00 PM – 2:30 PM	AWARDS CEREMONY
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM	THE GET DOWN OPENING SHOW
4:30 PM – 9:00 PM	CLASSES

THURSDAY, JUNE 19

12:00 PM – 2:00 PM	POOL PARTY
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM	FREESTYLE BATTLE PRELIMS
3:30PM – 8:30 PM	CLASSES

FRIDAY, JUNE 20

3:30 PM – 9:00 PM

CLASSES

SATURDAY, JUNE 21

1:00 PM – 6:00 PM	CLASSES
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM	THE FINAL ROUND

SUNDAY, JUNE 22

THE AFTERMATH SHOW!

NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS

2024-25 S / 5

TAKEOVER COMPETITION CASH PRIZES

TAKEOVER COMPETITION NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS

AFTERMATH Takeover National Championships are the culmination of the 2024-2025 regional KĀOS Tour. Bring your hip-hop solos, duos, trios and groups to compete in Takeover! All routines that compete will receive a detailed score sheet from our professional faculty members.

Divisions (# of Dancers)	Time Limit	Early Fee per Dancer	Regular Fee per Dancer
KĀOTIC DANCER OF THE YEAR Solo Entry Fee, Audition, KDOTY Rehearsals and Hoodie	2:45	$350	$370
Solo (1)	2:45	$140	$160
Duo/Trio (2-3)	2:45	$90	$110
Small Group (4-9)	3:00	$70	$80
Large Group (10-15)	3:00	$70	$80
Line (16-24)	4:00	$70	$80
Production (25+)	5:00	$70	$80
FREESTYLE BATTLE		$45	$55
ADMISSION		FREE	FREE

CREW SHOWDOWN COMPETITION

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KĀOTIC DANCER OF THE YEAR

Fees are non-refundable, no exceptions.
Additional time (up to 3 additional minutes) can be purchased for $5 per dancer, per additional minute, for Small Groups, Large Groups, Lines and Productions only.
Group routines with 4+ dancers are allowed to “age up” only to the next age division.
Independent dancers are welcome to participate in the KAOS Competition & Freestyle Battle
Competition is hip hop only.
All fees are in USD.

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AGE DIVISIONS

All ages are as of January 1, 2025. Each routine must compete in the average age of all dancers in that routine. A routine cannot drop 2 levels below the oldest dancer (A group with an “Alpha” may not drop down to the “Delta” division.)

Alpha Division: 16+
Bravo Division: 13 – 15
Delta Division: 9 – 12
Echo Division: 5 – 8

JUDGING CRITERIA

Execution: 20%
Style: 20%
Presentation: 20%
Choreography: 20%
Overall Appearance: 20%

PERFORMING FOR ALL AGES

Remember that AFTERMATH is an all ages event and routines must be appropriate for everyone attending. This includes movement, content and music. If the judges feel your routine is inappropriate, points may be deducted from your final score or the routine could be disqualified. This is a subjective opinion, but we try our best to create a tasteful event for all attendees.

CRITIQUES AND SCORE SHEETS

All music must be clean and appropriate for all audience members. You must submit your music online before the event through DanceBug and bring a backup on a digital music device.

MUSIC

All music must be clean and appropriate for all audience members. You must submit your music online before the event through DanceBUG and bring a backup on a digital music device.

PROPS

Props are allowed but must be taken on and off stage within 2 minutes combined. Props that can be dangerous, inappropriate or that may damage or mark the stage are not permitted.

HIP-HOP ONLY

Hip-hop is defined by movement that uses primarily hip-hop technique and style in addition to sub-genres and variations of hip-hop. You may include other styles of dance in your routine, as long as Hip-Hop is the primary focus.

VIDEO AND PHOTOGRAPHY

For the safety of our dancers and choreographers’ creative work, we do not allow photography or video recording of any kind from the audience.

ADMISSION

Admission to watch the Takeover Competition & Freestyle Battle is free and all are welcome to watch. Bring your friends!

TAKEOVER COMPETITION CASH PRIZES

Category	Prize
Freestyle Battle Age Division	$200
Freestyle Battle Overall	$5,000
Echo KĀOTIC Dancer of the Year	$500
Delta KĀOTIC Dancer of the Year	$750
Bravo KĀOTIC Dancer of the Year	$1,500
Alpha KĀOTIC Dancer of the Year	$2,000
Crew Showdown Winner	$5,000

FREESTYLE BATTLE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS

Dancers who enter the Freestyle Battle will go head-to-head on stage in front of an audience and judges.

There is an entry fee ($45 early / $55 regular) to compete in the battle.
Contestants will compete within their appropriate Age Divisions. (Reminder: All ages are as of January 1, 2025.)
All previous battle winners from the 2024-2025 regional tour will automatically be in the championship round.
Battle Winners will be decided by the Freestyle Battle Judges.
We encourage the competitive spirit of a battle, but contestants may be disqualified for toxic behavior.
All contestants must be registered for the AFTERMATH workshop to participate.

CAST EXPERIENCE

2024-25 S / 5

CAST EXPERIENCE INCLUDES

SQUAD

SQUAD AUDITION PROCESS

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CLASSES

CAST WEEK SAMPLE SCHEDULE

KĀOS CAST ONLY NOTES

AFTERMATH SHOW

The Cast Experience is an exclusive week experience open only to the 2024-2025 KĀOS Cast and KĀOS Member scholarship recipients. The Cast Experience is composed of the top dancers, hand-selected by the faculty from each city during our 2024-2025 regional tour.

THE CAST EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:

Rehearsals for the Final Show
Professional Development Classes
Exclusive Workshop Classes
Exclusive 2025 Cast Merch
Special Cast Event

Venue: TBD San Diego

Dates: June 11-17, 2025

KĀOS SQUAD

All 2024-2025 KĀOS Member scholarship recipients are invited to audition for the exclusive KĀOS Squad! The KĀOS Squad is 10 dancers hand-selected by the faculty for our 2025-2026 tour season. Each KĀOS Squad member will receive:

A lifetime KĀOS workshop scholarship.
FREE tuition to AFTERMATH 2026.
Paid opportunity to work with & assist the KĀOS faculty at three regional cities during
the 2025-2026 season.
Participation in an exclusive KĀOS Squad routine in the 2026 AFTERMATH Show.
Participation in a KĀOS Squad dance concept video, choreographed by the KĀOS faculty and filmed by a professional crew in Los Angeles.

SQUAD AUDITION PROCESS

The audition will take place during the Cast Experience week.
All Squad finalists will have to freestyle during the TAKEOVER: Competition National Championship to a song chosen by DJ Marv.
The SZN:5 Squad will be announced during the AFTERMATH Show.

CAST WEEK SAMPLE SCHEDULE

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM	CHECK-IN
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM	SHOW AUDITIONS
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM	WORKSHOP CLASSES
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM	LUNCH
1:00 PM	CAST LIST POSTED
1:30 PM – 9:30 PM	REHEARSALS

THURSDAY, JUNE 12

8:30 AM – 12:30 PM	REHEARSALS
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM	BREAK
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM	EXCLUSIVE WORKSHOP CLASSES
3:00 PM – 7:00 PM	REHEARSALS
8:00 PM	GROUP ACTIVITY

FRIDAY, JUNE 13

8:30 AM – 12:30 PM	REHEARSALS
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM	BREAK
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM	EXCLUSIVE WORKSHOP CLASSES
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM	GROUP ACTIVITY
3:00 PM – 10:00 PM	REHEARSALS

SATURDAY, JUNE 14

8:30 AM – 12:00 PM	REHEARSALS
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM	PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CLASS
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM	EXCLUSIVE WORKSHOP CLASSES
3:00 PM – 10:00 PM	REHEARSALS

SUNDAY, JUNE 15

8:30 AM – 12:30 PM	REHEARSALS
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM	BREAK
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM	EXCLUSIVE WORKSHOP CLASSES
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM	REHEARSALS
7:30 PM	CAST NIGHT

MONDAY, JUNE 16

8:30 AM – 12:30 PM	REHEARSALS
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM	BREAK
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM	GROUP ACTIVITY
3:00 PM – 10:00 PM	REHEARSALS

TUESDAY, JUNE 17

8:30 AM – 12:30 PM	SHOW RUN THROUGH
8:00 AM – 7:00 PM	KĀOTIC DANCER OF THE YEAR REHEARSAL/AUDITION
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM	BREAK
3:00 PM – 10:00 PM	TECH REHEARSALS

KĀOS CAST ONLY NOTES

Rehearsal for the AFTERMATH Show will begin Wednesday, June 11th.
The AFTERMATH Show will be on Sunday, June 22nd.
In order to be a part of the Cast Experience you must have been selected as Cast or Member during the 2024-2025 tour season.
The 2025 Squad will be announced at the Final Round, June 21st.
You must Participate in The Cast Experience in order to be in the Aftermath Show.

AFTERMATH SHOW

JOIN US FOR THE HIP-HOP SHOW OF THE SUMMER FEATURING THE 2025 KĀOS CAST!

VIP SEATING

Shared table seating with champagne bottle – $95 Per Ticket.

PRIORITY ADMISSION

Access to early entrance – $65 Per Ticket

GENERAL ADMISSION

General Admission – $35 Per Ticket

CREW SHOWDOWN

2024-25 S / 5

ABOUT

RULES

ABOUT

We’re looking for the hottest crews from around the world to register and show us what they got. Impress the judges and walk away with a massive $5,000 grand prize!

RULES REGULATIONS

Crews that wish to compete for Crew Showdown at AFTERMATH 2025 must prequalify at a regional event during the 2024-2025 season.

ELIGIBILITY
- All participants must prequalify at a 2024-2025 regional event.
- All participants must register for the workshop in order to compete.
- Participants are only allowed to compete with one crew
- All ages are as of January 1, 2025.
- To reach the average age of an entry, add all the ages together and divide by the number of dancers in the entry. When averaging ages always DROP THE DECIMAL POINT. For example, if a routine averages to an age of 12.7, you would drop the decimal, therefore the routine would compete in the 11-12 yr. old age category.
- The average age of each entry must not drop more than one age division below the age of the oldest dancer in the entry, regardless of the actual average age.
- Example: an entry contains dancers ranging in age from 9-17, the entry may not compete younger than the 13-15 age category (one division younger than the oldest dancer-17).
- Any routine with a dancer 21 years of age or older must compete in the Open age division (20+) regardless of the average age of the routine.
- Routines are allowed to “age up” (compete in an age category higher than the average age).
- Names and ages of all dancers must appear on the entry form or it will not be accepted. All competing dancers must be prepared to present proof of age should a question arise..
CREW REQUIREMENTS
- Crews must consist of a minimum of 4 members. The deadline for competition changes is 3 weeks prior to the convention. No changes will be accepted
  after this date.
MUSIC
- Each crew must upload their music to their DanceBUG account at least one week before the competition.
- Audio files are accepted in MP3, WAV, M4A or AIF format only, up to 50 MB each. We recommend MP3 format.
- Although we MUCH prefer music being uploaded prior to the event, we will still accept music at the event on a Flash Drive if absolutely necessary.
- If submitting a Flash Drive at the event, please note that audio files are accepted in MP3, WAV, M4A or AIF format only, up to 50 MB each. We recommend MP3 format.
- All Flash Drives must be submitted to the registration desk onsite. All Flash Drives will be imported and run through a computer system at competition.
- Whether uploading your music or bringing a Flash Drive to the event, ALWAYS have a back-up in another format (like an iPod/iPhone) just in case!
- If playing your music off your phone, please make sure the song is imported into your iTunes or media player. We will NOT be able to play any songs from an email or off the internet.
- Crews and soloists must have a backup copy of their music on a USB drive in case of technical issues.
- Music tracks must be clean and free from explicit or offensive content.
- Music tracks should not exceed 3 minutes in duration. A 10-second grace period is allowed for setup.
ATTIRE
- Music tracks should not exceed 3 minutes in duration. A 10-second grace period is allowed for setup.
- Footwear must not damage the stage.
PERFORMANCE ORDER
- The performance order is determined by a schedule created by KĀOS management.
TIME LIMIT
- Performances must adhere to the specified time limit, including setup and teardown time.
BEHAVIOR AND SPORTSMANSHIP
- Participants must conduct themselves in a respectful and sportsmanlike manner at all times.
- Any form of harassment, bullying, or unsportsmanlike conduct will result
SAFETY
- Safety is a top priority. Moves or stunts that pose a risk to the participants or the audience are strictly prohibited.
- The dance floor must be kept clear of any debris or hazards.
- First aid and emergency medical personnel will be on standby during the competition.
DISQUALIFICATION
- Violation of any of these rules and regulations may result in disqualification.
- Disqualified participants or crews may be asked to leave the event premises and will not receive a refund.
AWARDS
- Awards will be given for various categories.
- Award categories and prizes will be determined by the judges, KĀOS management and sponsors.
CHANGES TO RULES
- KĀOS management reserves the right to make changes to the rules and regulations as necessary.
KĀOS MANAGEMENT CONTACT
- Participants with questions or concerns may contact the event organizers at info@thisiskaos.com

Judges may stop a number in progress and request that it be repeated. If KĀOS equipment fails, the crew may choose to continue or to re-do the number. If the performers’ equipment fails, excluding music tapes, the performance must continue or may be withdrawn.

All numbers must appear according to their scheduled sequence unless a KĀOS Stage Manager grants permission otherwise. Numbers failing to perform within ten routines of their scheduled time may be disqualified.

Competing dancers should be ready 30 minutes prior to their scheduled competition time. If the competition is running ahead of schedule, you will be expected to perform.

Timely postmarks do not guarantee acceptance of entries. Entries are taken on a first-come, first-served basis. Competition is limited to time available.All attendees authorize the use of their images in photos and video for all advertising or promotional purposes for KĀOS.

Routines can request one power source backstage if they need to plug in and power a prop used for a routine.

If an event is cancelled (due to COVID-19 or any other reason), refunds will be made within 10 days of the event. No refunds if attendee cancels. If a dancer is unable to attend, a credit voucher will be issued towards a future KĀOS event.

By participating in the Crew Showdown, all participants agree to abide by these rules and regulations. Failure to comply with these rules may result in disqualification and other consequences as determined by KĀOS Management.

KĀOTIC DANCER OF THE YEAR

2024-25 S / 5

RULES

FEES

FINE PRINT

The KĀOTIC Dancer of the Year title is your chance to take it ALL. Get ready to own the spotlight because we’re out here looking for the dancer who has it all – style, vibe, energy and that undeniable IT factor. You think you got what it takes to be this seasons KĀOTIC Dancer of the Year?!

RULES & REGULATIONS

Dancers that wish to compete for the KĀOTIC Dancer of the Year title must prequalify a solo performance at a regional event during the 2024-2025 season.

ROUND 1: AUDITION (30%)

ROUND 1: AUDITION (30%)

ROUND 2: SOLO (70%)

Dancers will compete their solos in front a panel of judges.

ROUND 3:

Top 3 solos in each age group will recompete their solo.

A panel of judges will then rank the dancers 1-3.
These rankings will determine the KĀOTIC Dancer of the Year Winners which will be announced during the Closing Awards Show.

AWARDS

Alpha KDOTY – $2,000
Bravo KDOTY – $1,500
Delta KDOTY – $750
Echo KDOTY – $500

KĀOTIC DANCER of the Year (KDOTY) WINNERS ALSO RECEIVE:

Opportunity to perform their solo at any regional event during the 2025-2026 season.
Invitation to perform as a special guest at The AFTERMATH Show 2026.
Workshop Scholarship to any regional event during the 2024-2025 season.
Opportunity to tour with KĀOS for 2025-2026 season as a demonstrator.

KĀOTIC DANCER OF THE YEAR FEES:

SOLO ENTRY FEE, AUDITION, KDOTY CLASSES/ REHEARSALS

Early: $350
Late: $370

FINE PRINT:

Age Divisions: Alpha (16+), Bravo (13-15), Delta (9-12), Echo (5-8).
To participate in the KĀOTIC Dancer of the Year competition, you must be registered for the entire AFTERMATH Workshop.
Participation and etiquette in workshop classes & rehearsals will be monitored throughout the event. Although there won’t be an official score for this, the faculty and directors will be aware of how the KDOTY Finalists are taking class, showing up for class and interacting with their peers. Missing class for studio rehearsal or any other reason (including medical) may result in a point deduction at the discretion of the Event Director.
KDOTY solo can be no longer than 3 minutes. KDOTY solo may NOT be the same solo a dancer competes in the Takeover Solo Competition.
The Top 3 soloists must re-compete the same solo they originally competed during the KDOTY Solo Competition.
Ties will NOT be broken. This may result in more than a Top 10, Top 3, etc.
When calculating KDOTY placements, scores are first rounded to the nearest .00 decimal point.
During the Closing Show, all TOP 10 Best Dancers from each age division will be presented with an award onstage. The TOP 3 dancers from each age division will then be announced, followed immediately by the announcement of the 2025 KĀOTIC Dancer of the Year Winners remaining Runners-Up.
All KDOTY Finalists are asked to provide a 2” x 2” headshot photo for the souvenir program. These photos must be uploaded during the online registration process on DanceBUG.com
Parents are not permitted to observe the Audition. Registered Teachers and Studio Owners are permitted.
Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
If you win a KDOTY title with your studio, you cannot switch studios or go “Independent” within a full year of winning title, or your KDOTY scholarship and tour privileges will be rescinded. KĀOS firmly believes in a dancer’s studio training and convention and/or National Titles should never replace or in any way interrupt training at your dance studio.
All awards privileges won by KDOTYs are with the sole permission from the dance studio you won with.

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WORKSHOP
CLASSES

NEW THIS YEAR –
SPARKS AT AFTERMATH

ABOUT AFTERMATH

2024-25 S / 5

EXPERIENCE

REGISTRATION

VENUE

FACULTY

SZN: 4 SQUAD

FAQ

EXPERIENCE THE AFTERMATH:

Cast Experience
4 days, 15+ hours of intensive hip-hop classes
Takeover National Championships
Crew Showdown Competition
KĀOTIC Dancer of the Year Competition
Freestyle Battle National Championships
The AFTERMATH Show

YOUR AFTERMATH REGISTRATION INCLUDES:

Intensive hip-hop classes with the KĀOS faculty and special guests
Audition with top dance agencies and casting directors
Early access to tickets for the AFTERMATH Show