I thought it would be interesting if everyone could state what country they live in and what level & catergory they compete in, I'll start off...

I live in the USA and I compete in int'l standard/latin bronze, silver &novice. ':o)

I live in Stoke-on-Trent, West Midlands, UK.
I don't compete as I am a beginner going on to intermediate, but that is not to say that I won't be competing in the future. Watch out!

I live in the eastern USA.
Where can I locate information on the costs of competing. My instructor has informed me of costs that originally were not included in doing a local comp.
I realize it is probably pretty varied but she has been teaching for a little over a year, competes professionally, and we are doing the comp in our local area. The teacher still wants expenses paid such as her meals, her costume, makeup and hotel, parking and more... She also plans to compete with her professional partner there. Help please