Dave, this isn't going to be international competition. It's a showcase, which is just a glorified word for "recital." Just a short show among our fellow students with us bringing family and friends. No judging, no points and no winners or losers.

Well, okay. I forgot. There is some judging. Our studio has a gentleman afilliated with it, who is a national level judge and he will do a judge's worksheet on each couple and then give it to them at the end of the routine. His remarks are for the student and the teacher alone and are not for open display to everyone else.

As for the dizziness, it is starting to go away. I am working a little more on spotting and it seems to be helping.

Dave, That seems a little harsh. Not every student has the time, physical ability, or money to become a serious competitor. But just because they don't, why should they be denied the chance to show their friends and family what they HAVE learned? And having a short-term goal like a showcase can help maintain focus and motivation, especially if a student isn't competing.

Ellen. Well put and you are absolutely correct.