The Mālama Dama Freestyle Competition is designed to push creativity, skill, and performance in new ways. Whether you’re in the Casual Division, competing in Ranked Freestyle, throwing down in the Freestyle Battle, or tackling the Team Competition, there’s a place for everyone to showcase their style.

Competition Formats + How They Work

Competition Prep – What You Should Know

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✔ Choose your songs (Up to 2 for Casual, Up to 4 for Ranked Division)

✔ Practice your runs – You CAN prepare a routine!

✔ Be ready to adapt – New settings, different vibes

✔ Have fun! – This event is about creativity & pushing yourself

• Trust yourself – You’ve trained, now just enjoy the moment.

• Let go of perfectionism – This comp is about expressing, not impressing.

• Take care of yourself – Rest, eat, and hydrate so you can show up at your best.

• Support each other – Cheer for your friends, be a part of the good vibes only crew.

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For Casual/Ranked Runs: Filming & Judging Process

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• Runs will be filmed LIVE and then played back during the March 7 livestream for official judging

• Players should be prepared to perform in front of a live audience & cameras

• Judges will have time to discuss runs but will score individually & objectively

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🕒 When & Where to Compete

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🗓 Saturday, March 1

📍 Wailoa State Park – 11:00 AM (Casual + Ranked Runs)

📍 Volcano Art Center – 3:30 PM (Ranked Runs Only)

🗓 Sunday, March 2

📍 Luncheon Performance – 12:15 PM (Ranked Runs)

📍 KBXtreme – 5:30 PM (Final Team Performances, Battles, Ranked Runs)

🗓 Friday, March 7

📍 Final Livestream on Sweets Twitch!

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