PYAP - SAWA

𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐤 𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐚: 𝐊𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐬𝐚 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

The Kuratsa Dance Competition is a celebration of Filipino tradition, aiming to promote cultural heritage among the youth. The Kuratsa is a popular courtship folk dance from the Visayas region, known for its playful, romantic, and lively movements.

II. Participants
- Each participating LYDC member/youth organization must be composed of a minimum of 1 pair (1 male and 1 female).
- Only 7 official pair will be accepted, on a first-come, first-served basis.
- A group may include a substitute pair, in case of emergencies.
- The official list of participants must be submitted to the organizing committee at least 5 days before the event.

III. Dance Guidelines

- The performance must strictly follow the traditional Kuratsa style.
- Duration of performance: 3 to 5 minutes only.
- Creative choreography and formations are encouraged, provided they do not distort the cultural essence of the dance.
- Props are allowed but must be safe, relevant, and manageable.

IV. Criteria for Judging

-Ex*****on (Timing, coordination, grace. and projection of movements) - 40%
-Choreography (Creativity, Artistry, style, and originality of dance steps) - 25%
-Costume (Appropriateness, cultural relevance, and visual appeal of traditional attire) - 25%
-Audience Impact (Engagement, energy, and overall impression on the audience) - 10%
Overall Total: 100%

For registration, kindly contact Hon. Jhonabeth Balinao or SK Federation President Aljo Cabos Gaw. We are looking forward for your participation.

One Basey, One Youth!

Mark your calendars for August 23–24, 2025 as we gather at the Basey Municipal Gymnasium for two days of youth-led celebration, empowerment, and unity! ☝🏼This event brings together youth organizations, and passionate young leaders across Basey for meaningful activities, collaboration, and community building.

This celebration is made possible through the efforts of the SK Federation of Basey led by PPSK President Aljo Cabos Gaw, in collaboration with the Municipal Government of Basey under the leadership of Mayor Luz Basas Chu Ponferrada , through the Municipal Youth Development Office headed by Rhoy O. Avila, MSWDO Welma Sacres, and Rassendyl Llenado and in partnership with Pag-asa Youth Association of the Philippines – Basey Chapter thru Engr. Lara Mae Sumayod for the 51𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐘𝐀𝐏 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲 and the Basey Ignited Youth Alliance thru Ma. Isavel Cajarop.

Through collective effort and shared vision, we proudly stand as One Basey, One Youth — inspired, empowered, and ready to make a difference.