IDO AFRICAN CHAMPIONSHIP
Battle of the Giants 2025

The IDO African Championship - Battle of the Giants All Styles Dance Sport Festival 2025 is hosted in the prestigious Superbowl at the luxurious Sun City Resort, North West Province, South Africa.

This year marks the introductory year of the IDO African Championship, and 34th year of the Battle of the Giants event.

New Sections:

AfroFusion Solo, Duo, Groups & Formations (Performing Arts)

Afro 1-on-1 Battles (Street Dance)

Crews (Street Dance)

AFRICAN SOLO CHAMPION

Previously named Adult Solo Achiever

Local and International judges, to be announced soon.

Trophies, Prizes, and Scholarships up for grabs!

We look forward to welcoming you to South Africa!

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EVENT INFORMATION

DATE 2026 DATES TBC

VENUE VENUE TBC

COMPETITION RULES

The IDO African Championship - Battle of the Giants will run as per the Dance Sport Rules & Regulations of the International Dance Organization relative to the styles on offer to enter.

Find the Competition Rules HERE.

This is an open event. No statuses/levels.

Click here to view the IDO Rules.

DANCE FLOOR

Spectrum Tile Light Wood - 154sqm (14m x 11m)

The dance floor will be divided in two for certain sections, where appropriate.

2025 JUDGING PANEL

PERFORMING ARTS

Sylwana Patlaszynska (Poland)

Lorcia Cooper Kumalo (South Africa)

Brigitte Reeve Taylor (South Africa)

Tina D'artnall (South Africa)

Charlie van Rooyen (South Africa)

STREET DANCE

Elvina da Silva (South Africa)

Euhardley Hartzenburg (South Africa)

Lee-Shane Booysen (South Africa)

Sipho Didiza (South Africa)

Tichaona Chikana (Zimbabwe)

DISCO DANCE

Elize Cogle (South Africa)

Kyle Behrens (South Africa)

Nikki Truter (South Africa)

Senicia Du Toit Breytenbach (South Africa)

Werner Humpel (South Africa)

COMPETITION PROGRAM

Find your competition start lists (program), call-backs and results at: CLICK HERE

DANCER & DANCE STUDIO "CHECK-IN"

2026 information coming soon.

SUN CITY RESORT ENTRANCE

Day Visitors:

Day visitors and spectators are required to purchase "Spectator Tickets" for admission to the IDO African Championship - Battle of the Giants.
Entrance to the Valley of the Waves is subject to standard Sun City Resort pricing.
Spectator tickets do not include access to the Valley of the Waves.

Accommodation & BOTG Package Holders:

Guests with accommodation bookings at Sun City Resort receive complimentary access through the Main Gate.
Accommodation holders and spectators still need to purchase "Spectator Tickets" for admission to the IDO African Championship - Battle of the Giants.
Entrance to the Valley of the Waves is subject to standard Sun City Resort pricing.
Spectator tickets do not include access to the Valley of the Waves.

Competitors:

Competitors will receive free Main Gate access by providing their Name, Surname, and Studio.
Upon arrival, dancers proceed to the Lupata Room (Sun Central) for Dancer Check-In to receive their IDO African Championship goodie bag. This bag contains their accreditation (providing daily entrance to the competition) and a commemorative T-shirt.
Competitors are required to wear their issued armbands for the duration of their attendance at the competition (all event days). Removal of the armband will necessitate the purchase of a daily spectator ticket for re-entry.

Spectator Tickets:

Spectator tickets can be purchased through CompuTicket and/or via card payment ONLY at the Lupata Room.
International currency will not be accepted for ticket purchases.

PHOTOGRAPHY

Link coming soon . . .

ATM FACILITIES

There are ATM facilities located within the Sun City complex.

GAMING

Gambling for persons 18 years and over. Sun International supports the National Responsible Gambling Program.

ACCOMMODATION

2026 information coming soon.

BATTLE OF THE GIANTS HISTORY

We're excited to celebrate 34 years of the Battle of the Giants (BOTG) All Styles Dance Sport Festival at Sun City this year (2025)!

Since 1999, this prestigious dance competition has taken place at the iconic Superbowl of the Sun City Resort, witnessing significant growth in participant numbers, dance, and diverse dance styles.

BOTG has established itself as one of Africa's most renowned international dance competitions. The event has been a launching pad for many of South Africa's leading dancers, teachers, trainers, choreographers, and judges. Additionally, it provided training scholarships to selected representatives, enhancing their careers both locally and internationally.

Over the years, BOTG has welcomed numerous international guests and continues to foster connections with global representation. Bev and her organizing team have been pivotal in hosting events like the IDO Commonwealth Cup, IDO World Cup, and the inaugural IDO African Championships - Battle of the Giants 2025 in partnership with the IDO.