Amateur Ballroom Dance Competitions:
Amateur competitions are typically organized at local, national, and international levels.
1. Local competitions: These are usually held within a specific region or city and include dancers competing from the local community. The size can range from a few dozen couples to a couple of hundred couples, depending on the popularity of dance in the region.
2. National competitions: National-level competitions are larger in scale and typically involve dancers from various regions or states within a country. The number of couples participating can range from a few hundred to several thousand, depending on the size of the country and the popularity of ballroom dancing.
3. International competitions: International-level amateur competitions gather dancers from different countries. They can be small, invitation-only events with a few hundred couples or large-scale competitions attracting several thousand couples from all over the world. Some notable international amateur ballroom dance competitions include the British Open International Championships and the World Amateur Latin Dance Championship.
Professional Ballroom Dance Competitions:
1. National or Regional competitions: Professional competitions can be organized at the national or regional level, involving professional couples from within the country or a specific region. These competitions can vary in size, but typically have smaller participation compared to large international events.
2. International competitions: International professional ballroom dance competitions are prestigious events that attract professional dancers from around the globe. They often come with lucrative prizes and are considered the highest level of competitive ballroom dance. Some renowned professional ballroom dance competitions include the UK Open Professional Ballroom Championship, the World Professional Ten Dance Championship, and the International Ballroom Dancing Championships Blackpool. These events can have several hundred professional dance couples competing.
In general, the size of competitive ballroom dance championships varies significantly based on the level and scope of the event. The largest ballroom dance competitions can see thousands of couples participating from numerous countries, while smaller local competitions may have a few hundred or even fewer couples.