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Tuesday 16 February 2010

Background, rules and judging criteria

History of Wheelchair Ballroom Dancing

The art of wheelchair dancing was born in the UK in the late 60s. A rehabilitation centre in Scotland was teaching people how to operate and manoeuvre their new wheelchairs and it soon became evident that the movements could be done to music.

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Rules

Dancing on Wheels features six couples competing against one another for a place at the Wheelchair Dance Sport European Championships.

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Judging Criteria

The judging of a couple begins from the moment the couple enter the dance floor and ends only when the music stops. The judging criteria consist of the following principles: harmony; music; movement; choreography, presentation and charisma.

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