Nexus Pole Competition
NEXUS is the newest pole dancing competition based in Melbourne, catering to amateur, semi-professional and professional competitors.
Founded and organized by industry professionals Lorisa Barraza, the 2024 MPDA Chilli Rox Showgirl, and Miss Filly, a 6X National Champion and Pole Icon Winner 2023, NEXUS offers an unparalleled competition experience.
Both founders bring extensive expertise, having competed and judged in numerous events, ensuring an exceptional and professional atmosphere.
Important Dates
Video Entries Open: 7 April 2025
Video Entries Close: 2 June 2025
Competition Date: October 2025
About
At NEXUS, our mission is to provide a premier platform for amateur, semi-professional and professional pole dancers of all genders to showcase their talent while creating a fun, supportive, and professional environment. We are dedicated to offering competitors personalized support throughout their journey, from routine development to stage performance, ensuring they have everything they need to succeed. With clear communication, promotional support, and a sense of community, we empower our competitors to shine both on and off the stage.
As a competition run by experienced pole dancers, we understand the needs of our participants and strive to make the entire experience seamless and enjoyable. Our event is designed to entertain, with high-energy performances, engaging MCs, and unforgettable opening shows that captivate both competitors and audiences alike.
At NEXUS, we are committed to fairness, fun, and financial sustainability. Our unique judging system and cash-back promotions ensure competitors are rewarded based on their performance, and our goal is to build an event that remains both exciting for participants and profitable to support continued growth. We aim to be the competition that pole dancers aspire to perform at, while making every aspect of the event a memorable experience for all involved.
Show Information
NEXUS is a Solo Competition
2 brass poles (stage right static pole, stage left spin pole)
Click here for rules and regulations
Click here for judging criteria
Divisions & Elegibility
Amateur - you have not competed in any Semi Pro or Professional competition.
Semi Pro - you have not won a state heat of Miss Pole Dance. You have not competed in a Professional Competition at a national level.
You are currently competing in Semi Pro competitions.
Professional - you have won a state heat of Miss Pole Dance. You are competing in Professional Competitions at a state or national level.
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NEXUS is open to all genders in all divisions.
Show Time Limts
Amateur Video Entry: 2-230 minutes
Amateur Show: 3 minutes
Semi Pro Video Entry: 2-230 minutes
Semi Pro Show: 3 minutes
Professional Video Entry: 3-330 minutes
Professional Show: 4 minutes
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Video Entries will be judged with the same judging criteria as the show.
Click here for judging criteria