Placing in the final of a certain level earns you points simultaneously in that level and the ones below it.
Events qualify only if there was at least a semi-final danced.
As always, points are awarded to each member of the couple, and couples must always dance to the higher level of the two competitors. In multiple-dance events, points are earned for each dance according to the combined placement. If there is only one open level at a competition, points are earned as if it were prechamp. Read our FAQ .