We are a non-profit, membership based organization of certified dance educators committed to the elevation of the art of dance and the continual improvement of its teaching.
One of the exciting aspects of every convention is the chance to meet and mingle with peers from all over the south east. Experts from so many backgrounds come together to share, learn, explore, and grow.
Are you a dance teacher or student in the Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee area? Are you interested in taking class from some of the most sought after and talented teachers and choreographers in the world? Are you interested in over $25,000 in cash scholarships? Would you like to join a group of friends interested in furthering excellence and education in dance? Join us!
We are affiliated with the Dance Masters of America Program.
We are a non-profit, membership-based organization of certified dance educators committed to the elevation of the art of dance and the continual improvement of its teaching. One of the exciting aspects of every convention is the chance to meet and mingle with peers from all over the southeast.
Professionals from diverse backgrounds unite to share knowledge, exchange ideas, explore new possibilities, and foster growth.Are you a dance teacher or student in the Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee area? Are you interested in taking classes from some of the most sought after and talented teachers and choreographers in the world? Are you interested in over $25,000 in cash scholarships? Would you like to join a group of friends interested in furthering excellence and education in dance? Join us!
We are affiliated with the Dance Masters of America Program.
2026 CONVENTION INFO COMING SOON
Event Date: January 30th-February 1st 2026
LOCATION: Renaissance Montgomery Hotel and Spa
*tENATIVE* schedule
FRIDAY
January 30th, 2026
Friday January 30th, 2026
10:00AM - Judges Briefing
10AM -4 :00PM- Customer Service Opens
11:00am - 12:00pm - Interviews for 12-under & 13-over
12:00pm - 3:00PM - 13 & UP Solos
12:00pm - 3:00PM - 12- under Scholarship Auditions Ballet, Tap, Acro, Jazz
3:00pm - 6:00PM - 13+ Scholarships Auditions Jazz, Ballet, Tap, Acro
*NO AWARDS UNTIL SATURDAY NIGHT*
3:00pm - 6:00PM - 12 & under solos
*NO AWARDS UNTIL SATURDAY NIGHT*
6:00PM -JUDGES BREAK
6:00 - 7:00pm - Protégé Rehearsal
7:00 - 8:00pm - Jr/Petite Hip Hop Class
7:00 - 8:00pm - Teen/Senior Contemporary Class
8:30 - 10:00pm - Pajama Party with DJ
IN THE WYNFREY BALLROOM, ALL ARE WELCOME!
*TENATIVE* SATURDAY
January 31st 2026
Saturday January 31st, 2026
8:00AM-4:00PM- Customer Service Open
8:00 - 9:00AM: Protégé Rehearsal
9:00AM - 10:00AM - Teen/Senior Ballet Class
9:00AM - 10:00AM - Petite Jazz Class *Minis welcome
9:00AM - 10:00AM - Junior Tap Class
9:30AM- Teachers Breakfast/Coffee Chat
10:00AM - 11:00AM - Teen/Senior Hip Hop Class
10:00AM - 11:00AM - Petite Ballet Class *Minis welcome*
10:00AM - 11:00AM - Junior Jazz Class
11:00AM: BREAK
11:15AM - 12:15PM - Teen/Senior Tap Class
11:15AM - 12:15PM - Petite Hip-Hop Class *Minis welcome*
11:15AM - 12:15PM - Junior Ballet Class
12:15PM - 1:15PM - *MINIS ONLY SPECIAL CLASS: Sassy Jazz
12:15PM- 1:15PM: LUNCH
1:15PM - 2:15PM - Teen/Senior Jazz Class
1:15PM - 2:15PM - Petite Tap Class *Minis welcome*
1:15PM - 12:15PM - Junior Hip Hop Class
3:00pm: Duo/Trio Competition
4:00PM: Competition Begins! Groups, Lines, & Extended Lines!
5:30PM: JUDGES BREAK
5:45PM - 8:00PM - Competition Continues!
8:00PM - AWARDS FOR ALL!
8:30PM - Teacher/Faculty Reception
*TENATIVE* SUNDAY
February 1st 2026
Sunday February 1st, 2026
7:00AM: Solo Title Meeting
7:30AM - 10:30AM - Customer Service Opens
8:00AM - 9:00AM - Teen/Senior Ballet Class
8:00AM - 9:00AM - Petite Jazz Class *Minis Welcome*
8:00AM - 9:00AM - Junior Tap Class
9:00AM - 10:00AM - Teen/Senior Hip Hop Class
9:00AM - 10:00AM - Petite Ballet Class *Minis Welcome*
9:00AM - 10:00AM - Junior Jazz Class
10:00AM: BREAK
10:15AM -11:15AM - Teen/Senior Tap Class
10:15AM -11:15AM - Petite Hip Hop Class *Minis Welcome*
10:15AM - 11:15AM - Junior ballet Class (
11:15AM - 12:15PM - Teen/Senior Jazz Hop Class
11:15AM - 12:15PM - Petite Tap Class *Minis welcome*
11:15AM -12:15PM - Junior Hip-Hop Class
12:15PM: LUNCH (Judges meet to determine audition picks)
12:15 - 1:15PM - *Mini's Only Special Class: Musical Theatre
1:15PM - 2:15PM - Teen/Senior Audition Class
1:15PM - 2:15-PM - Petite/Junior Audition Class
2:45PM: Finale Showcase and Awards!
- Protege’s Performance will open the Finale Showcase and Awards Ceremony
- 4 Grand Champions will perform (Elite and Competitive 12 & under/13 & over)
- New Protege’s, Dancers of the Weekend, Studio MVP, Open Scholarship Audition winners and other offered scholarships will be announced
MINI masters
Sunday February 1, 2026
MINI ROOM
Sunday ONLY
Ages 4-6 and 7-8
9:00-1:30- MINI ROOM
runs on its own schedule1:00 pm
Parent “Show Off”
Prizes and awards!
MINI ROOMrocks!
FEES
| Category | Early Bird Rate On or Before November 15, 2024 | Registration Deadline on or before December 15th,2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Member Teacher Registration | 2026 Prices Coming Soon | 2026 Prices Coming Soon |
| Non-Member Teacher Registration | 2026 Prices Coming Soon | 2026 Prices Coming Soon |
| Student Registration | 2026 Prices Coming Soon | 2026 Prices Coming Soon |
| Mini Student Registration | 2026 Prices Coming Soon | 2026 Prices Coming Soon |
| Titled Solo Fee | 2026 Prices Coming Soon | 2026 Prices Coming Soon |
| Little Miss / Mr. Solo Fee | 2026 Prices Coming Soon | 2026 Prices Coming Soon |
| Performing Arts Solo (non-title fee) | 2026 Prices Coming Soon | 2026 Prices Coming Soon |
| Duo / Trio Fee | 2026 Prices Coming Soon | 2026 Prices Coming Soon |
| Performing Arts Entry Fee | 2026 Prices Coming Soon | 2026 Prices Coming Soon |
| Scholarship Auditions Fee | 2026 Prices Coming Soon | 2026 Prices Coming Soon |
| Interview Experience Fee | 2026 Prices Coming Soon | 2026 Prices Coming Soon |
| T-Shirt Fee (Pre-order) | 2026 Prices Coming Soon | |
| Sweatpant/Jogger Fee (Pre-order) | 2026 Prices Coming Soon | |
| Music Extension Fee | 2026 Prices Coming Soon |
*Note to parents: Most dance teachers add administrative fees to the convention and competition fees.
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