Featured Competitions & Conventions

While we have multiple national and regional dance competitions all over the country, family is the most important thing to us. Our family leads the Star Systems community, where we promote a family-friendly staff who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to our competitions as many of them are former dance contestants as well. They help to create a fun, exciting, and low-stress event so our dancers can focus more on the love of dancing and less on the pressure of winning.

For over 40 years, KAR has continued to thrive because of our amazing clients and you have earned us the distinction of “America’s Favorite Dance Competition!” This honor inspires our entire team to work diligently in providing the best customer service, continue to be an industry leader, and produce a world class dance event that EVERYONE can truly appreciate. KAR is more than a dance competition. Our unique environment affords the opportunity to showcase the mental and physical discipline that it takes to be a dancer. Our main goal is to foster a team building experience both on and off stage, while promoting the extraordinary confidence it takes to be a performer. Once again, we are grateful for your support and we hope you enjoy our competition!

Ticket To Broadway is a high-energy national touring dance competition. Our dance competitions are always single-staged and after school. As a thank you to all of the amazing dancers that cross our stage, we offer FREE Photos & Videos for every dancer as well as FREE entry into our Regional Title Competition where we award an Elite Dancer per age level. TTB is a Performer-Friendly competition offering Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced Levels. At regionals, we give away Cash Prizes, TTB Cash & Scholarships as well as our big Golden Ticket Studio Award. TTB is the competition for EVERY dancer.

Rainbow has been called "the competition with heart" for a good reason. Rainbow has never lost sight of the fact that its success is owed to the hard working teachers and studio owners that appreciate a fair, fun, organized and on-time competition. Our unique awards offer much more than just a placement score. From the Al Gilbert Award for tap excellence to our prestigious Dancer of the Year, Rainbow looks to give our hard-working dancers and teachers their much deserved recognition at each competition. We also invest in our students continuing education, offering outside opportunities in the dance community. This year we are proud to continue wit our Limitless Starz level specifically designed to celebrate dancers with exceptional needs. Rainbow believes that every dancer is an individual and deserves to enjoy their special moment.

Welcome to Leap! National Dance Competition! Our core mission remains unwavering: to provide exceptional performance opportunities, nurture growth, expand horizons, and recognize excellence in the world of dance. All of this is wrapped in a personal approach that places a strong emphasis on building enduring client and dancer relationships. With Leap! being guided by our incredible new management team who are dedicated to honoring Leap's rich history while taking us to new heights, we are committed to ensuring that our events are extraordinary and unforgettable for each and every dancer. Our passion for what we do shines through in every detail. None of this would be possible without your invaluable support, for which we extend our heartfelt gratitude. We eagerly anticipate hosting your dancers at one of our thrilling regional events!

REIGN Dance Challenge, a family-owned competition founded upon steadfast moral principles and a passion for dance, is committed to delivering top-notch, well-organized dance competitions where dancers are our first priority. REIGN acts as a wellspring of inspiration for dancers, providing a stage for them to admire each other’s abilities, achieve their dreams and fully embrace the art of dance. Our belief in maintaining a positive competitive environment brings out the finest performances from all participants. We are fully dedicated to providing a positive and enriching competition experience for both dancers and their families.

Gravit8 Dance Competition is where dancers come to Activ8 their passion! Experience three levels of competition, a FREE t-shirt to every dancer, photos & videos included, neck medals for each dancer in every routine, a relaxing Rejuven8 Teacher Lounge, and feedback from industry-working professional judges. Join us in the Fall for conventions plus solo-only competition, and don’t miss our exciting Summer Nationals, featuring all competition levels plus convention classes with our top-tier industry faculty. We can’t wait to see you at a Gravit8 Tour Event!

Embody Dance Conference is a nonprofit dance convention and competition on a quest to cultivate a safer, more inclusive dance community. At Embody, you'll find the industry's leading educators, choreographers, and change-makers put their hearts together for an event that leaves dancers feeling empowered.

Join "On Stage" America, the nation's top dance competition company! We inspire dancers to reach their highest potential in a positive, fun environment. With impeccable integrity, exceptional judging, and well-run comps, we're trusted by directors, teachers, parents, and students. Experience our renowned competitions that celebrate talent and foster growth. Elevate dance with us!

We at AMP understand that all dancers have something AMAZING they bring to the stage regardless of skill level. We recognize that all dancers are at a different place in their journey rather that be the beginning, middle, end or somewhere in between. AMP has created numerous special awards that have nothing to do with score, but are equally commended, so that all dancers have a chance to feel recognized for their strengths as Artists. ART ☀︎ MUSIC ☆ PASSION ♥︎

Experience the future of dance competitions. Revolution Talent Competition is committed to providing an unparalleled platform for dancers of all ages and skill levels. Immerse yourself in a world of innovation, where cutting-edge production, world-class seasoned educators for judges, and exceptional customer hospitality converge. We understand that you have countless options when choosing a dance competition. That’s why we’re committed to making your experience extraordinary. At Revolution Talent Competition, we believe in going beyond expectations. From the moment you step into our venue, you’ll feel a sense of warmth and personalized care.

Welcome to Immerse Artists Experience (IAX), THE one-day dance convention designed to ignite your passion and elevate your artistry! Whether you’re joining us for the first time or returning for another amazing experience, IAX is the place to connect with industry pros, fellow dancers, and a supportive community that’s here to cheer you on. Get ready to explore new movements, refine your technique, and develop your unique style in a fun and uplifting environment. Our mission is to empower every dancer with the confidence and tools they need to thrive as both artists and technicians, while celebrating hard work, kindness, and respect. At IAX, we want you to CONNECT, EXPLORE, and THRIVE! Let’s make this day unforgettable—one that leaves you inspired, motivated, and ready to enhance your personal journey!

Beyond The Stars is a company built on strong moral values and a love for dance. Now in our 20th year, we promise that our focus will never change; the dancers will always come first! We’ll keep working to provide a positive competition experience for dancers and their families. We are constantly striving to improve by reevaluating everything from our rules to our trophies each and every year.

We are The Movement. Our mission is to create a platform for budding artists to explore movement while learning the benefits and discipline of self growth through competition.

Sophisticated Productions Dance Competitions focuses on coordinating professionally organized dance competitions across the nation that educate dancers in a positive, fun and most importantly, stress-free environment.

Thank you for celebrating our 25th season with us! We couldn’t have done it without you & look forward to continuing this journey with our performing arts family. Join us for 30+ exciting events across 15 states, featuring Dance, Acro, Vocal, Instrumental, Modeling, Cheer, and more. Win up to $10,000 in cash, scholarships, & talent casting opportunities. National vocal winners receive a free original single & music video! NEW: Trendsetters, Influencers, the CREATIVE MASTERS Golden Buzzer, All-Access Passes & CREATIVE MASTERS CHALLENGE. We partner with nonprofit org Spark Evolution Inc. to raise awareness on critical social issues such as bullying, violence prevention, LGBTQ+ rights & more. Our mission: provide opportunities for education, exposure, and scholarships while empowering competitors to build confidence and overcome challenges!

Now in our 5th season, the Platinum Dance Collective is an inspiring 3-day Competition/Convention event. Our faculty is focused on providing exceptional education with age and level appropriate curriculum. Classes are broken into 4 age groups on Saturday and Sunday with additional open classes on Friday night. There is also a dedicated Teacher Room with classes geared towards Teachers. All registered Teachers are FREE, without a minimum number of dancers required. Competition occurs on Friday and Saturday evenings. There is a Closing Show on Sunday following classes that includes an Opening Number performance by dancers who learned the routine over the weekend, scholarship presentations, Solo Battles, and encore performances from some of the Competition numbers.

Precision Arts Challenge... Learn as a competitor, find inspiration as a dancer, and be applauded as an artist.

CRU Dance has and will always remain a community of studio director’s, teachers, choreographers, dancers, parents, and staff and we look forward to welcoming you all as family year after year. Dance and specifically competitive dance, is ever-changing and continues to evolve year after year. Our promise to you as we travel through this journey together, is to maintain the values and integrity that CRU Dance has always been known for while continuing to provide experience and opportunity for all who grace our stage now and in the years to come.

CAMP BROADWAY is the commercial theater industry leader in audience engagement and a trusted source for parents and teachers seeking quality year-round enrichment programs, experiential events and educational workshops. Founded in 1995 as Broadway’s “original” summer camp, Camp Broadway has been devoted to making theatre arts an accessible and relevant vehicle for creative children to build confidence, hone presentation skills and discover their unique talents at every stage of their lives.

Incorporated in 1989, Headliners is an educationally based, goal-oriented competition. A true competition experience, we aspire to provide a fun, encouraging event for studios and dancers of all sizes, levels and abilities while staying true to our mission of proper training, education, family and commitment. Headliners was the first competition to provide free photo and video to the studios and dancers that attend our events. Headliners was the first competition to offer levels based on skills. Our primary goal is how to better serve you.

Axiom is proud to be the newest one-day dance convention on the scene. As an extension of Legacy Dance Championships we are excited to jump into the world of dance conventions! Every event will take place in the fall and be packed full of excellent classes taught by the industries leading educators and choreographers! While the genres may vary from city to city, we will be offering: Progressions, Ballet technique, Strength and Conditioning, Leaps and Turns technique, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Contemporary, and Musical theater! Each event will hold the opportunity to win scholarships that will be awarded at the events closing ceremonies. Axiom Dance Convention is more than just a combo, it is EDUCATION!

We know you have a lot of dance competitions to choose from and you are probably thinking, why All Out? Here at All Out, we are putting our focus on creating a fun, positive, confidence-building environment where everyone can learn and grow, not just as artists, but as people by giving 100% effort and going All Out. We take pride in having an elite level, well-rounded faculty of judges. Some benefits of All Out: fully digital, video judge, marley floors, runs professionally and on time! We offer unique awards to allow numerous opportunities for competitors to be recognized, including: adjudicated awards, category placements, overall awards, titles, studio awards, special awards, cash prizes, and scholarship opportunities. We offer this in three different divisions (novice, intermediate, advanced), to keep it as competitive as it gets!

Our Mission: To Challenge and Inspire. Since 2010, Artists Simply Human has been celebrating movement through our national dance convention. Dancers are joined by a faculty of world-renowned choreographers for our Regional Tour and Nationals Event. Our Regional Tour includes 2 days of convention classes, performances, open competition, and ASH theCompany on tour. Our Nationals is a week long event that includes showcase, open competition, convention classes, ASH Assistant and Company auditions and so many more opportunities for the dancers! Visit our Website for more information https://ashdance.com/ and we hope that you will join our Artists Simply Human (ASH) family!

Dance-ar-chy \'dan(t)s-ar-ke\\ 1. A political party with its ideals firmly rooted in the Funk. A movement of movement. Dancearchists call for government only in dance. The power of the beat will bring freedom, equality, and happiness to the public. For the Funk, the whole Funk, and nothing but the Funk!

True Talent ensures a weekend filled with education & fun for all ages. We pride ourselves in efficient, on time competitions that leave students feeling refreshed, revitalized, and eager to learn, while directors and parents can count on a prompt schedule and great family atmosphere! We look forward to seeing you at one of our events!

Dynamic Performance Challenge (DPC) is a competition that hit the stage in 2021! We are here to provide an exceptional experience for all studio owners and teachers by creating an unforgettable event to help their aspiring dancers grow and pursue their dreams. A huge goal for us is to have everyone leave each venue excited to attend the next DPC event. We strive on positivity, and it is guaranteed from all staff members involved with DPC. We want studios to create memories with us, which is just one reason why we are here to give back in every way possible! This includes DPC Icons, various cash awards, dynamic stand out awards, dynamic dollars, donation options and more!

Our dream is to give aspiring dancers a beautiful stage to showcase their God given talents in hopes of growing and learning how to be even better. May your light shine bright on the Encore DCS stage and may you always reach higher than you ever dreamed possible, because in the word “Impossible” is “I’m Possible!”

​The Dance Effect was originally created by a Dance Mom and a Studio Owner. In creating The Dance Effect a lot of thought went into what dancers like, what parents like and what dance teachers like. So, The Dance Effect was formed to attempt to bring the best across the board for everyone involved. The Dance Effect is currently operated by the dance mom creator, Sarena Roubideaux. The Dance Effect Family strives very hard to make everyone feel welcome, treat everyone fairly and inspire dancers to continue their dance journey. We hire the utmost professional Judges and Instructors who want to share their knowledge, love and passion for dance, as well as, building unforgettable relationships along their journey. ​The Dance Effect Family would love for you and your Dance Family to take this journey with us!

Let's face it, there are so many competitions out there it's hard to keep up! What does a Studio Director look for when deciding on what competition to go to? Better yet, what should they expect from their Competition of choice? Here is what Legacy Dance Championships will provide: Professional, Fun & Friendly Staff * Safe and Quality Venues * Scholarships Awarded at Every Regional Event * An Inspirational Atmosphere in a Competitive Environment * Organized Events with On-Time Scheduling * Qualified and Un-Biased Judging * An adjudicated point system that challenges both teachers and students * A true show atmosphere, from professional staging & lighting to a state of the art sound system that enriches every dancers experience on stage * A truly exciting Awards segment where everyone gets the recognition they deserve & much more!

Dance To Inspire utilizes multiple levels of scoring to help dancers aspire to the next level. Inspiration Certificates will be awarded to dances for their technique and passion for dance. We want every dancer at our competition to inspire and be inspired by others, while being motivated to achieve the next level in their own dancing. Dance To Inspire pins will be offered for every dancer, and a trophy will be awarded for all solos, duos, trios, groups, AND the top 1-3 in each category. Routines 1-2 points away from the next scoring level will be given Runner Up certificates to help motivate and inspire each dancer. Judging is based on technique, execution, adjudication, choreography, and passion for dance! ​​

We are America's LIVE JUDGING Competition! Our format provides immediate judges' feedback following each routine, live over the microphone, to the dancers as they remain on stage. Feedback is always given in a positive and encouraging manner, meant to help the dancers grow and improve as the day goes on. Dancers will also receive their adjudicated award on stage immediately following their feedback. AND, all photos and videos are FREE! No media fee, no hidden charges!

Platinum Dance Experience is our 1-Day Convention occurring in the Fall, taught by our education-focused Faculty of Platinum Judges and Staff. There are 3 rooms broken down by age with each age group taking the following classes: Jazz, Tap, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre, and Improv. Junior and Senior classes are 1 hour long and Petite classes are 45 minutes. Petites have the option of a half day or full day convention. There is also an audition experience included for each group providing an audition opportunity in a safe, friendly environment. We present scholarship awards at the end of the day which include excellence awards from their classes, competition credits, and Apprentice opportunities.

Founded in 2001 by Mr. Kent Helton, NexStar has grown to become one of the nation’s leaders in dance competitions. It is our mission to provide dancers of all levels a positive, fun, safe, and family-friendly environment to showcase their hard work and talents. The discipline, focus and artistic enlightenment of a performer creates success in all aspects of life. Performing Arts education contributes to the development of responsible, dedicated, determined, and creative adults in society. We delight in fostering each individuals great love of dance and performance, while inspiring self-confidence and respect of the performing arts.

We pride ourselves on being on the cutting edge of competition technology, with digital video and audio critiques, quick computerized scoring, and a web-based entry system. BravO! provides the best professional judges in the dance competition and talent industry to critique, enrich and educate our stars of tomorrow, and we strive to create an awesome competition environment for both teacher and student.

I started Triumph National Talent after being a dance studio owner for over 25 years. I enjoyed and have so many wonderful memories of teaching dance over the years to young dancers. I love what I do and am so blessed with a wonderful staff of dancers who love being a part of Triumph.

From the creators of The Royal Dance Competition, we present to you Beast Dance Competition! A whole new competition experience coming in 2025. After years of planning, we are thrilled to finally debut BEAST for its inaugural tour. When it comes to our events, we always have strived to host them with you in mind. TRDC’s competition experience has become a standard that thousands of dancers, teachers, directors, & dance families have come to love. Why settle for this experience only once a season? Beast Dance Competition will offer a completely new vibe and energy to the competition scene, but will keep TRDC’s values at heart. We welcome all to come and experience BEAST next season. All genres of dance, all studio sizes, and of course all dancers brave enough to encounter the BEAST!

ID Dance Competition is a proud trailblazer in the competitive dance industry. We are driven by your optimal experience at our events. We produce high-tech, on time, professional events in an enjoyable, high energy and supportive environment. Our devotion to dance, incomparable customer service, passion for dance education and vision to make life-changing experiences sets us apart from the rest. ID is proud to offer a stage designed specifically for dancers, curated from our experienced stage and lighting team. We are proud to be partners with top talent agencies, conventions, collegiant programs, educators and choreographers to offer you even more opportunities.

Welcome to Moxie Arts Challenge, a member of The PAC Collective, which is a kids' dance competition where you learn as a competitor, find inspiration as a dancer, and are applauded as an artist. You will find yourself surrounded and supported by our MXE CREW. Our priority is to host an organized and stress free event so you are able to relax and enjoy your children on stage. Expect a knowledgeable and inspiring judging panel; rooms; a schedule that allows for dancers to change with ease; complimentary media packages (no mandatory media fees); fun on trend merchandise; all of the great benefits of the PAC Collective; and of course the PAC Attack Challenge™ and PAC Attack Call Back. We look forward to providing you with an amazing dance competition experience!

Dance Machine ANDC is designed for every level of dancer & studio size. We pride ourselves on running a fair, organized, honest, & exciting competition for the dancer, teacher, & parent. We offer over 20 Categories & are home to the America’s Mister & Miss Dance Titles Competition. Our entry fees are very competitive in the industry. We offer Seven Age Divisions, Three Competition Levels, & Video Critiques from all three judges, & our rating system encourages each performer. We give the same awards for all levels. Every level is eligible for Judges Awards, Specialty Awards, & Title. Dancers & Studios receive FREE Photos & Videos of Every Routine they perform. Our Philosophy: Competition is not about “beating out others” but improving yourselves, appreciating what you have learned, & acknowledging others' accomplishments.

Welcome to LUXXE Arts Challenge, a member of the PAC Collective, which is a kids' dance competition where you learn as a competitor, find inspiration as a dancer, and are applauded as an artist. At LUXXE Arts Challenge, National Dance Competition, you will find yourself surrounded and supported by our LUX CREW — all experienced dance competition performers themselves. Our priority is to host an organized and stress free event so you are able to relax and enjoy your children on stage.

MARK OF EXCELLENCE NATIONAL TALENT COMPETITION was created to inspire dancers and performers. To provide them with a positive and professional environment where they can cultivate their self-confidence and improve as a dancer and individual. Focusing on the studio owners, directors and guests and exceeding their expectations is a Mark of Excellence standard

"Our Stage Is Your Canvas" At HD Dance, we pride ourselves on taking the competition experience to a whole new level. We appreciate the creativity and hard work that goes into a performance and believe our stage is the performers and choreographers canvas to make their collaborative art come to life. HD aims to provide a fresh, fun and professional experience for our dancers and their families to take with them forever. We invite you to explore our website to see what we have to offer the dance community. Contact us at info@hddancecompetion.com HD's 2026 Tour is here! https://www.hddancecompetition.com/tour-dates/ Behind the Scenes: https://www.hddancecompetition.com/media-ga

Celebrating 30 Years Of Memories! StarQuest Dance produces happy, positive, dance event memories. We are the foremost quality dance competition in North America because we present on-time, professional events in a friendly, theatrical, exciting & fun-filled atmosphere. We want every student, parent & teacher to feel special and cared for throughout the entire event, creating a positive experience for everyone. At every StarQuest Dance event, The Experience Is The Real Award.

Dance Troupe, Inc. is a professional, uplifting, family friendly dance competition where our focus is always on your dancer's best performance. At Dance Troupe, you are not just a competition number, you are troupe that must be recognized for your hard work! With a history of over 40 years, DTI brings the passion for competition and performance into the modern dance culture while continuing to maintain the highest standards when it comes to technique and skilled leveling. We look forward to seeing you at the Challenge of Excellence this competition season, and we encourage you to bring your very best because Excellence is rewarded!

Ultra Dance Competition is the most electrifying and innovative dance competition in the industry. With clear, transparent scoring, performers receive instantaneous results and recognition. Ultra provides a state-of-the-art experience for all dancers, teachers, choreographers, and parents. Join us as we continue to innovate while maintaining our dedication to the values and practices that have made this industry what it is today. At Ultra, we want your dancers to be the artists and athletes they were born to be!

From the moment you arrive, everyone who takes part in a Starbound Competition, from the studio directors, dance instructors and dance students, to the parents and grandparents, will recognize that Starbound National Talent Competition is a UNIQUE competition experience. Since 1994, Sandra Coyte, along with her husband Wayne, have strived to create a competition with a personal touch. Throughout the years, their success in this venture has been evidenced by the ever-growing numbers of returning customers, who are also considered to be friends. Sandra and Wayne have created these lasting relationships by providing participating teachers, dancers and parents with a very positive, personal experience at each of their competitions.

The producers of Groove are pleased to bring you Reverb! We are ecstatic to offer an atmosphere where every dancer can shine. Our events encompass a high-energy environment where dancers of all levels and abilities are welcome!

Thunderstruck Dance Competition has enjoyed delivering quality dance competition events across the United States since 2000. It has an atmosphere unlike any other dance competition. At their events, dancers feel like the Rock Stars that they are! Studio Directors can interact freely with the incredible staff, knowing they will be well taken care of at their stress-free, streamlined competitions. Thunderstruck Dance Competition offers 3 competitive levels at every event. Regionally qualified studios are eligible to compete at the unparalleled International Finals, held in Las Vegas, NV at the beautiful Green Valley Ranch Hotel and Casino.

Join us in 2022 for our 13th season as we launch our "Artistic Revolution" tour and continue to expand to new locations. Don't miss the chance to be part of something unlike anything you've experienced before!

At P3 Talent Competition, we offer more than just a stage — we offer an experience like no other. Our focus is on building confidence, fostering creativity, and developing strong character while helping dancers grow on and off the stage. We create a welcoming, supportive space where dancers of all levels can shine. What sets us apart is our commitment to making every participant feel like family. From dedicated judges and passionate instructors to audience sing-alongs and fun awards, we ensure each dancer gets personalized attention, guidance and encouragement. Whether you’re here to compete or connect, P3 is about more than trophies — it’s about celebrating the journey and creating lasting memories. Come for the competition, stay for the experience – because at P3, we make dance a family affair.

Experience a competition where fun & fairness rules and Everyone is treated like a VIP!

Step into the spotlight at Believe, where every competition is a celebration of dance! We’re committed to providing an unforgettable experience at each event, fostering a fun, fair, and family-friendly atmosphere for everyone involved. We embrace laughter and create lasting memories in a safe, supportive environment that allows dancers to express their unique artistry. With a diverse panel of expert judges, we inspire performers to dream big and believe in their talents. Our passionate team is dedicated to exceeding your expectations and building lasting relationships within the #believefamily. Join us as we transform the dance world, one dancer at a time!

The owners of Ultimate Dance Tour have over 20 years of experience in professional dancing, judging and teaching paired with business & communication skills. Ultimate strives to build children up while creating an environment where hard work and passion is rewarded. Ultimate Dance Tour serves as a safe space where dancers can feel free to be themselves and show their love for dance. The Ultimate goal of Ultimate Dance Tour is to create a competition where dancers can showcase their talents and dedication to the art of dance. We believe that every dancer deserves to shine! We are truly INSPIRED BY MOVEMENT.

Featuring: *The Best Dance *Has To Offer *Outstanding, well qualified judges *Thousands of dollars in awards, scholarships & prize money *Talent scouts at events *Three levels of competition *Great sound & production quality *Top notch customer service *Golden ticket invitations to attend the World Dance Championship *Qualification for any SDA Championship by attending a Dream Maker Regional *Early bird registration discounts

Journey Dance Competition takes pride in producing the industry's best dance competitions. We deliver exciting, world-class live events in a high-energy, feel-good atmosphere. Our mission is to make every dancer, director and their families feel valued and celebrated while delivering a truly unique experience. Our team is made up of the friendliest and most dedicated professionals, who are driven by passion and have made the commitment to serve. Thanks to their extensive training, attention to detail, and our seamless, on-time events, we consistently surpass expectations, ensuring that each event leaves a lasting impression and creates unforgettable memories. Join us at Journey Dance Competition and be a part of the celebration!

We are looking forward to seeing you at the 2025 Sheer Elite "Straight To The Top" Tour Competition and Convention! Experience a dynamic weekend showcasing your talent on stage and learning from world-class educators in a variety of convention classes. (USA Only, Convention is recommended but not required in 2025) Don't miss out receiving Scholarships and Awards at the close of each convention.

Heather Nicholas, founder of 8 National Talent Competition and Motiv8 Conventions has been developing many new fun and creative ideas to bring into the dance competition world. Heather and her experienced team are excited to bring the dance studios, teachers, dancers, and parents together to all help 8 be the “Dance Competition of Unity”. The focus has always been about the improvement and the confidence in the performers, so the awards achieved made that hard work even more exciting for the hard working dancers! Heather also enjoys teaching master classes and doing choreography for other studios and dance Teams around the world.She is known for her creativity and intricacy in her musicality.

With input from students, parents and studio owners alike, we’re bringing a new kind of competition to you! Each dancer is center-stage. Numbers are showcased in a poppin’ production.

Ovation Dance Challenge is a competitive experience unlike anything else!

Competing at Dance Champs is an exhilarating experience marked by a unique blend of talent, artistry, and a tight-knit community. Dance Champs provides a stage where dancers not only showcase their skills but also immerse themselves in a supportive and family-oriented environment. From the electrifying performances to the shared moments of camaraderie, Dance Champs offers participants an unforgettable journey that goes beyond the spotlight, shaping their dance narratives in a meaningful way. We offer our dancers the opportunity to shine on our stage, building self esteem, confidence, and personality. Dance Champs provides an educational and fun environment, cash prizes and beautiful awards, positive and helpful critiques, and beautiful facilities. Come join our DC Family!

Elite Dance Cup gives aspiring young dancers a platform to perform and shine in an atmosphere that is professional, rewarding, and exciting. Every event is action packed and fun in a family-oriented setting. We run on time, every time, with friendly personalized service. Elite’s top notch professional judges will offer impartial and constructive video critiques motivating and inspiring dancers of all ages and ability levels. Our exciting awards presentation focuses on every dancer by utilizing the adjudicated award system. At the same time, high score awards, scholarships, gift certificates, and cash prizes keep competitors continually striving for excellence.

Star Talent Productions delivers first-class competitions for all levels of dancers. Our goal is to provide you with an atmosphere that is fun, organized and fair for our dancers, teachers and parents. We believe that competition is about becoming the best dancer you can be in performance and attitude.

Synergy Performing Arts Competition is based out of Dallas, TX owned by Angela McGarity and Lisa Norman. Both Angela and Lisa have been a part of the dance world for many years. In those years both have gained extreme knowledge as dance teachers, professional artist, competition studio directors and business owners. Through their passion and experience of dance they were driven to start Synergy. Synergy is based on integrity, credibility, and respect for all dancers, teacher, parents and attendees. Synergy is a refreshing competition where soul and art synergize to create a home! Our mission is to provide dancers of all levels with a fair and positive venue to showcase their talents. It’s about an experience where feedback and growth are just as important as a score. We are here to inspire and ignite your passion and love for dance.

For 16 seasons and counting, In10sity Dance has continued to honor our commitment to producing the highest caliber of competitions across the United States while reinvesting a significant percentage of our profits back into the industry and the studios who support us. In the 2024 season alone, we paid out $185,680 in *CASH* awards, $189,950 in scholarships to high scoring soloists and top placing dancers in our original In10se Improv competition, $26,000 in higher education scholarships to graduating seniors who attended out Nat10nal Finals through our Living with In10tion scholarship program, and hundreds of thousands of dollars in studio incentives. Simply put, In10sity is the competition that does more, gives more, and IS more! Come discover for yourself at regionals or Nat10nals this season! See you on tour!

For over 48 years, USTD has offered young dancers incredible opportunities, including three levels of competition, more than $50,000 in cash prizes and scholarships, and college and entertainment recruiting. With awards like academic achievement honors, Nationals Contemporary Company selections, and US Dance Team opportunities, USTD provides a range of exciting experiences and sponsor prizes. We sincerely hope you'll join us this season and become a part of our USTD Family!

Welcome to Oro Dance Competition – more than just a competition, it's an unforgettable experience. As a family-owned business, we infuse every detail with passion and dedication to ensure dancers and their families create lasting memories. Our mission is to foster growth within the dance community by providing a nurturing environment where dancers can truly thrive. From our innovative improv competition to our inclusive special needs division, we offer unique opportunities for every dancer to shine. With esteemed judges, top-notch facilities including marley floors and tap mics, complimentary media, and no credit card fees, we're committed to crafting a distinctive and enriching experience for each competitor.

The most innovative, fun, high-energy dance competitions, dance conventions and in-studio dance workshops!

NEXUS DANCE OFFERS EXCEPTIONAL DANCE EDUCATION AND COMPETITIVE EXPERIENCES FOR DANCERS OF ALL AGES AND SKILL LEVELS. THE NEXUS MISSION IS TO PROVIDE DANCERS A PREMIER DANCE EXPERIENCE IN A HIGHLY SUPPORTIVE, POSITIVE, AND INSPIRING ENVIRONMENT. NEXUS COMPETITIONS BRING TOGETHER TOP INDUSTRY JUDGES AND STUDIO OWNERS TO PRESENT COMPASSIONATE AND INFORMATIVE VIDEO CRITIQUES IN A RELAXED AND SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT. ALL EVENTS FEATURE SCHOLARSHIPS AND CASH AWARDS. ENJOY COMPETING AGAIN AT NEXUS! NEXUS CONVENTIONS BRING DANCE STUDIOS A LOCALIZED AND AFFORDABLE DANCE TRAINING EXPERIENCE IN A ONE-DAY CONVENTION SETTING. EACH CONVENTION SESSION IS A COMPREHENSIVE DAY OF LEARNING AND MOTIVATION. CONVENTION CLASSES ARE TAUGHT BY TOP INDUSTRY INSTRUCTORS AND CONCLUDE WITH A SCHOLARSHIP AND RECOGNITION PRESENTATION FOR PARTICIPANTS.

Our mission is to craft a space where competitors of all backgrounds and levels can fairly perform in a state-of-the-art arena. Equity and professionalism is at the forefront of all our competitions, with a team of experienced directors and expert staff. We provide our competitors an EDGE in achieving, through rewarding challenges, a high standard of success. We hope you join us!

Why choose​​ AMERICAN DANCE CHAMPIONSHIPS? American Dance Championships (ADC) has been a dream of its founders for a long time. After years invested in the dance industry and seeing the ups and downs of hundreds of competitions, venues, and other dance events across the country we decided to create a one-of-a-kind dance competition experience. Whether you are a studio, a dancer, or a parent we understand your needs and want to make ADC the best competition experience possible for each of you! Our philosophy is simple... bring a professional, positive, fair competition experience to everyone who comes through our doors!​​

Fusion National Dance Competition has designed our dance competitions to meet the needs of dancers of all ages and skill levels!

Totally Inspiring & Fun! All about the Kids. We offer an Outstanding Value for Conventions, Regionals, and Nationals. You will enjoy an affordable low entry fee, child-friendly hours, and a healthy competitive atmosphere where students are nurtured and recognized. Students are encouraged to develop a lifelong passion for dance. Expect gorgeous Trophy Awards for every act and Dance Pins for your Team. We foster studio community growth by awarding Gorgeous Window Signs for group attendance. Champion Signs are awarded to all age groups and Solo Overall Awards are broken down to 10 separate age divisions with Sashes & Crowns. More reasons to join Step Up 2 Dance? *One event only each weekend*Both owners on site to assist your every need*Teams and Solos may attend Nationals without qualifying*No Registration Fee, No Ticket Fee, No Upcharge

Access Broadway® established on August 14th, 1998 premiered its first season in January 1999 as the very first "All Inclusive” Broadway Experience™, Performing Arts Event, featuring competition, workshop and talent search in dance, acting and voice.

Since 1995, Spotlight has been an industry-leading organization dedicated to providing high-quality professional dance competitions throughout the country. With a reputation of client-focused excellence, we are committed to providing family-friendly, organized, fairly judged, and fun-filled events. In 2019, Spotlight became the first employee-owned organization in the dance competition industry! Through the efforts of a team of positive, creative, independent, motivated, and accountable employees, we take ownership of the continued success of Spotlight and care about every competitor that steps on our stages. We hope to see you shining in the spotlight soon!

At National Dance Showcase, we strive to encourage each and every performer’s growth by providing professional critiques, positive and constructive feedback, and a healthy competitive environment. It is our sincerest desire to make all of our events cutting edge, as wells as, both positive and memorable. NDS provides an upbeat atmosphere in which all competitors can shine and showcase their talent. Directors and teachers are admired, respected, and appreciated for their contribution to dance education. We are dedicated to always evolving, growing and meeting the needs of dance directors, teachers, parents and most importantly young talent. SUCCESS, ACHIEVEMENT AND THE DESIRE TO SOAR is what we hope to impart to every competitor. The competition is great, but the fun and the experience is even better. Come join the excitement!

Spirit of Dance Awards is dedicated to providing a fun, fair & exciting venue for dancers to showcase their talents! We encourage good sportsmanship at our events, and strive to create a memorable experience for all involved. At SDA you will find our judges & guest faculty to be highly qualified & knowledgeable dance professionals. At each event we offer “VIP” teacher perks, designated dressing areas for the dancers, scholarship awards, choreography awards, title awards, cash prizes, and our SDA "Trophies for A Cause" program. In the fall Spirit of Dance Awards hosts our exciting Dance Convention, The SDA Class Experience! Our Guest Faculty is comprised of some of today’s top professional dancers, teachers, and choreographers from Television, Stage, Screen, Broadway & SYTYCD! We look forward to seeing you at Spirit of Dance Awards!

The goal of Elite Dance Challenge is to elevate young dancers through their ability to perform to their best, while at the same time, have an amazing dance competition experience! Elite Dance Challenge will be a positive and motivating weekend where we can see our dancers shine and celebrate the art of dance in a healthy competitive atmosphere.

Who We Are & What Encore Offers • An entire team driven by Passion for the Art of Dance. We strive to offer consistent integrity, credibility, and respect for all dancers, teachers, and attendees. • Qualified, attentive, experienced judges offering detailed video commentary for every routine. • Exclusive Teachers Only Video Commentary. • We have multiple Early Registration Discounts. • 4 Division Levels. • Title Awards such as Miss and Mr Encore, Photogenic Awards, and Elite Team Member Certificates. • We always run on-time and professionally. • Many Scholarships are awarded throughout our events., AMDA, Broadway Dance Center, Oklahoma City University… • Dance Competition - Top Industry Professional Judges - FUN - Four Division Levels - FUN - Title Awards - FUN - Runs on-time & professionally - Did we mention FUN!!!

Inspire National Dance Competition ~ Inspiring and exciting dance competitions in the Southeastern United States. We offer three levels of competition, Recreational, Competition and Competition Elite. All entries receive an award (trophies and buttons for all groups and medals for all solo/duo/trios). We also offer overall awards in each age and division based on the number of entries. We strive to make every dancer feel proud and honored for sharing their gift of dance with us.

Our goal is for all performers, teachers and family members to have an enjoyable experience in the world of talent competitions. We want all who participate to leave Rising Star feeling fulfilled and rewarded for a job well done. Our staff is professional, friendly, courteous and is known to treat you well.

You are ready. This is your moment. This is Epic! We are proud to offer over $3,500 in cash prizes, scholarships and other industry opportunities. Join Epic Dance and let us assist the growth of your dancers with our industry leading judges critiques. Be sure to join us in a city near you!

Every Dancer Deserves the Chance to Soar!

At Fluid, we believe dance competitions should be focused on continued technical and performance growth. We are the original event to offer live comments and constructive feedback after each and every routine. This format has been in place for 15+ years, and have seen first-hand the new heights each dancer and performance takes on!

Dance Champs Elite Royal Competitions is a partnership of professional Event Producers and dedicated Dance Veterans, who are passionate in providing the highest quality events for every level of dancer. We're committed to treating ALL of the Dance Kingdom like the ROYALTY they are! Every Studio, Dancer and Family member will be given the personal attention they deserve & become part of our Royal Family! Our personal guarantee is to stay on the cutting edge of our industry, provide top of the line, professional & precise NYC Judges and to keep our events fair, fun, fresh, friendly & affordable! Every regional ends with our Coronation Ceremony, where we Crown, one Junior and one Senior, Royal Palace Grand Champion, present them with our signature crystal Tiaras♔ for our Queens and King’s receive our King Snapback hat!

Starpower is a premier platform where performers of all ages and skill levels from around the world showcase their talent. With over 30 years of experience, Starpower delivers a unique competition, bringing together studio owners, teachers, performers, families, and friends at more than 80 vibrant, high-energy events across the globe each year. At the heart of Starpower is our commitment to supporting dancers' passion, growth, and professional aspirations. Our competitions are judged by esteemed industry professionals who provide invaluable feedback to help dancers elevate their craft. In addition, Starpower offers scholarship awards and invitations to select dance events, fostering educational advancement and facilitating connections that open doors to future opportunities in dance. At Starpower, every dancer truly shines!

From first time competitors, to seasoned performers, everyone loves the welcoming and positive atmosphere at an Empire National Dance Competition event. The Empire National Dance family would love for you to join us this year!

Boogie Fever USA Dance Championships are designed to make the Recreational Dancer feel good about what they can accomplish and still challenge the Competitive Dancer. We pride ourselves on running a fair, organized, honest, and exciting competition for the dancer, teacher, and parent. We offer over 20 Categories and home to the Mister and Miss Dance USA Titles Competition. You will love our affordable entry fees, Seven Age Divisions, Three Competition Levels, Video Critiques from all three judges, and our rating system is designed to encourage each performer. FREE Photo & Video for Dancers & Studios for Every Routine they perform in. Come Catch the Fever…at Boogie Fever USA!

We promote the relationship between the dancers and create an environment in which these new friendships can thrive. Maintaining positivity in a competition is the best way to bring out the best performances from all. We look to the stage as a venue to share with one another. Your dancers should never fear failing --fear never beginning.

Applause Talent, is a 30 year old Ohio based organization. Applause tours to over 30 U.S. cities, bringing with it the excitement and pageantry you have come to expect from a competition. Professional judges, staff, and top flight venues are just the tip of the iceberg. There’s something for everyone at Applause. There are 3 levels of competition, easy online registration, and over $30,000 awarded at Nationals alone!

A commitment of excellence and to provide every dancer with an outstanding opportunity to display their talent will be the driving force in which EnerGy National Dance Competitions operates. We take pride in the fact that our competition runs on time and is extremely organized

imagine… a dance competition where student success and client satisfaction are our top priorities. imagine… a dance competition where every staff member is helpful, well mannered, and interested in YOUR studio’s success.

Symposium is currently in its 40th year of providing young artists an exciting, safe, family friendly and FAIR competition atmosphere. Jump over to our website for more information!

We would just like to take a moment to say thank you so much from Team AXIS. We are excited to have you experience our fun, new, innovative competition. AXIS is dedicated to creating great memories that will leave you inspired and driven to be the best dancer you can be. We know you are passionate, dedicated and work really hard all year, which puts a smile on our face. So we promise that you will leave with that same smile! Come and experience AXIS Dance Competition, where Passion meets Talent!

Breakout Dance Competition is an innovative company that strives to provide a memorable experience for all performers, studio owners, directors, families, and friends. We are focused on transcending and “Breaking Out” of the traditional mold to ultimately create a unique, unforgettable and positive experience. Each event ensures an opportunity for dancers to showcase their talents on a stage that inspires and ignites their desire to perform; state of the art dance floor, intelligent stage lighting, and overall, a cutting edge production value. A fair and professional judging panel, with extensive teaching experience, will provide constructive and encouraging critiques with the goal of promoting each dancer’s growth and confidence.

DMI premiered 29 years ago, a product of inspiration and the dream to provide the ultimate competition experience. With premier judging, outstanding venues, and friendly staff, our goal is to provide awesome opportunities for authentic talent to showcase their skills in an effort to keep #makingdancefun and to keep positive spirit in competing for DMI titles and awards. When you experience a Dance Mania Competition, southern pride is evident. We strive to achieve excellence in customer service satisfaction at every dance competition. At DMI, you will always find a member of our staff who will greet each and every customer with a smile and is ready to answer questions and help in any way possible. So what are you waiting for? Come join us and the rest of the Dance Maniacs out there and experience a DMI event near you!

Turn It Up Dance Challenge is a dance competition & convention for dancers of all levels. You will receive nothing but exceptional customer service and will leave feeling accomplished and eager to return. Many studios rave about our on time (to the minute) schedules as well as our experienced & innovative judges and master teachers. Those are a must at all competitions and conventions, but what makes Turn It Up unique is our genuine and caring crew members and staff. We are like no other and will go above and beyond to make you feel at home!

WELCOME TO CELEBRATION TALENT COMPETITION! We strive to provide fun-filled events that celebrate all levels of talent - protostars, rising stars, shining stars and everything in between. Our goal is to give teachers, performers, parents and observers an experience that sets us apart from the competition. As part of the "star treatment" we pledge: To keep competition schedules to weekend days by limiting the number of entries. To promote a professional, friendly, supportive atmosphere with courteous and knowledgeable staff who are dedicated to serving the needs of performers, teachers, parents and observers. To provide fair, unbiased judging by 3 competent professionals. To provide professional venues, Marley floors and assigned dressing space at each regional. We invite you to Join the Party!

Welcome to the A-List Dance Association. Where we bring together the dance world in an electrifying showcase of athleticism and artistry. Our competition is more than just an event; it's a testament to the pursuit of excellence and a celebration of the dance community. Here, in our empowering environment, we cultivate confidence and foster growth, striving to ensure every dancer who graces our stage leaves inspired and uplifted. With an ambiance that exudes sophistication and prestige, A-List Dance Association honors tradition while pushing the boundaries of innovation, creating an experience that is both timeless and cutting-edge for each dancer, teacher, studio director, and parent. Join us as we set the stage alight with passion, skill, and artistry. At A-List Dance Association, excellence is not just a goal—it's a way of life.

AT PHNX, OUR MISSION IS TO PROTECT THE FUTURE OF DANCE. TO PROVIDE A SAFE AND NURTURING ENVIRONMENT FOR EXPLORATION AND MOST IMPORTANTLY, TO CREATE A FUN, MEANINGFUL EXPERIENCE FOR EACH DANCER.