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.


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OUR 2027 CONVENTION AND COMPETITION


Event Date: February 12-14, 2027

LOCATION: Renaissance Montgomery Hotel and Spa

HOTEL: Renaissance Hotel- Montgomery

Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa at the Convention Center


201 Tallapoosa Street Montgomery, Alabama, USA, 36104

MEET OUR FACULTY

FEES

Category Early Bird Rate On or Before November 1st, 2025 Registration Deadline on or before December 1st, 2025
Member Teacher Registration $0 $0
Non-Member Teacher Registration $250 $275
Student Registration $250 $275
Mini Student Registration 150 175
Titled Solo Fee $300 $325
Little Miss / Mr. Solo Fee $200 $225
Performing Arts Solo (non-title fee) $150 $175
Duo / Trio Fee $85 $95
Performing Arts Entry Fee $75 $85
Scholarship Auditions Fee $125 $150
Interview Experience Fee $80 $90
T-Shirt Fee (Pre-order) $25 $25
Sweatpant/Jogger Fee (Pre-order) $45
Music Extension Fee $25 Per 30 Seconds

*Note to parents: Most dance teachers add administrative fees to the convention and competition fees.

Rules

Rules are currently changing - Updated downloadable PDF will be available soon!

CONTACT US

Dance Master of America Board Members

Cindy Larsen

President

President@dma33.org

Morgan Cunningham

PAC Chairman

Director@dma33.org

Pam

Chancey

Convention Director

VicePresident@dma33.org

Jennifer

Erickson

Director- Scholarships

Scholarships@dma33.org

Jennifer

Stone

Director- Protégé

Membership@dma33.org

Whitney Lashley

Secretary

Secretary@dma33.org

Tracy

Solomon

Treasurer

Treasurer@dma33.org

Holly

Forshaw

Past President

Pastpresident@dma33.org