COMPETITION INFORMATION

COMPETITION 1

Royal Dance Competition
Date: Feb 27 - Mar 1, 2026
Venue: MJN Convention Center, Poughkeepsie, NY
Hotel: https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/poughdt-rdg-7e72382a-ad27-4f21-95fd-aed17cf7367d/

COMPETITION 2 | ELITE DANCERS ONLY

Royal Dance Competition

Date: Mar 6 - 8, 2026

Venue: Hyatt Regency Long Island, Hauppauge, NY

Hotel link: https://www.hyatt.com/events/en-US/group-booking/HAUPP/G-RYCA

COMPETITION 3

Turn It Up

Date: Mar 13 - 15, 2026

Venue: Palace Performing Arts Center, Albany, NY

Hotel link: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1760113950021&key=GRP&dtt=true&app=resvlink

COMPETITION 4

Sheer Elite

Date: Mar 20 - 22, 2026

Venue: Stamford Marriott Hotel & Spa, Stamford, CT

Hotel: N/A

Competition Team Requirements

The Dance Pointe Competition Team is designed for dedicated dancers who are passionate about training, performance, and teamwork. Placement is determined by audition and dancers will be assigned to one of the following levels:

Novice | Intermediate | Elite

Training Requirements

Competition team members are expected to maintain consistent weekly training.

  • Minimum of 2 technique classes per week at TDP

  • Friday and/or Saturday rehearsals (September–December)

  • One weekday rehearsal (September–April – schedule determined after team placement)

Competition Commitment

Team members will represent The Dance Pointe at three regional competitions during the season.

Competition Season: January – March

Attendance at all scheduled competitions is required.

Rehearsals & Choreography

Competition choreography is developed through scheduled rehearsals and specialty sessions.

  • Full commitment to all rehearsals and choreography sessions is required.

  • Due to the collaborative nature of team choreography, exceptions cannot be made for missed rehearsals.

Pre-Season

Pre Season Rehearsals will start in late August. Intermediate and Elite dancers are required to attend.

Solos, Duets & Trios

Solo, duet, and trio opportunities are by invitation only and based on readiness, work ethic, and teacher recommendations.

2026/27 COMPETITION TEAM AUDITIONS

  • 📅 Date: TBD
    ⏰ Time: TBD
    📍 Location: The Dance Pointe

    Audition Info

    • Who Can Audition:
      Dancers must have at least two years of experience in the style(s) they are auditioning for, either in the current or immediately prior season.

    • Format:
      Auditions will be held in a class-style format—no need to prepare choreography in advance.

    • What to Wear:

      • Tight-fitting athletic wear (e.g., sports bra and leggings)

      • For Hip Hop, layering is allowed

      • Bring appropriate shoes for each style you’re auditioning for

    • Results:
      Will be sent via email prior to fall registration

    • Before Auditioning:
      Please review the Team Requirements listed above. Exceptions will NOT be made.