Awarding of
Elevation Points

Elevation Points are awarded when a couple wins an event competing against 3 or more couples.

Note: It is not the number of couples on the dance floor as in the case of combined events, it is the true number of couples in their event as shown in the results.

What is a WIN worth?

A win at the Australian Championship is worth more than a win at a National Championship, a win at a National Championship is worth more than a Championship, etc. Each tier of competition has a value in points as shown below.

Competition Status & Points Awarded

1. The Australian Championship – 60 Points

2. A National Championship – 30 Points

3. A State Open or Championship – 20 Points

4. A Competition – 10 Points

5. A Development Competition – Zero Points

• What is Amateur?
• Points Introduction
• Awarding of
  Elevation Points
• When does
  Elevation Occur?
• Elevation FAQ