Affinity Dance Competition 2026
March 7, 2026 • Alice C. Harris Intermediate School Gym, Tremonton, UT
Showcase your talent and compete with dancers from across the region!
📅 Competition Schedule
| Day | Time | Category | Age Groups |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, March 15 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Ballet | Petite, Junior, Teen, Senior |
| Friday, March 15 | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Jazz | Petite, Junior, Teen, Senior |
| Saturday, March 16 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Contemporary | Petite, Junior, Teen, Senior |
| Saturday, March 16 | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Hip-Hop | Petite, Junior, Teen, Senior |
| Sunday, March 17 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Tap | Petite, Junior, Teen, Senior |
| Sunday, March 17 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Awards Ceremony | All Categories |
👥 Age Groups & Categories
Petite
Ages 5-8
Junior
Ages 9-12
Teen
Ages 13-15
Senior
Ages 16-18
Dance Categories
🏛️ Ballet
Classical ballet technique, pointe work, and classical variations. Emphasis on technique, artistry, and musicality.
🎭 Jazz
Contemporary jazz, Broadway jazz, and lyrical jazz. Focus on style, performance quality, and technical execution.
🌊 Contemporary
Modern contemporary movement, floor work, and emotional expression. Emphasis on creativity and artistic interpretation.
🎵 Hip-Hop
Street dance styles, breaking, popping, and locking. Focus on rhythm, style, and performance energy.
👢 Tap
Rhythm tap, Broadway tap, and classical tap. Emphasis on rhythm, clarity, and musicality.
🎪 Acro
Acrobatic dance combining dance technique with gymnastic elements. Focus on strength, flexibility, and artistry.
💰 Registration Fees
| Routine Type | Early Bird (Until Jan 31) |
Regular Price (Feb 1-28) |
Late Registration (After Feb 28) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual Solo | $35 | $45 | $55 |
| Duet/Trio | $25 per dancer | $30 per dancer | $35 per dancer |
| Small Group (4-9 dancers) | $20 per dancer | $25 per dancer | $30 per dancer |
| Large Group (10+ dancers) | $15 per dancer | $20 per dancer | $25 per dancer |
| Production (15+ dancers) | $12 per dancer | $15 per dancer | $18 per dancer |
Note: All fees are non-refundable. Early bird pricing ends January 31, 2025 at 11:59 PM.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Overall Awards
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place in each age group
- High Gold, Gold, Silver, Bronze medals
- Specialty awards for technique, artistry, and performance
Special Awards
- Best Costume Award
- Most Entertaining Routine
- Best Technique Award
- Judge's Choice Award
Participation
- Participation certificates for all dancers
- Photo opportunities with awards
- Digital score sheets available
📋 Competition Rules & Guidelines
- All dancers must be registered by February 28, 2026
- Music must be submitted by February 28, 2026 via digital upload
- Costume check-in required on March 6, 2026 from 4:00-7:00 PM
- Routine time limits: Solos (3 minutes), Duets/Trios (3.5 minutes), Groups (4 minutes)
- No dangerous props or lifts above shoulder height for dancers under 12
- Appropriate costumes required - no revealing or inappropriate attire
- Music must be family-friendly with no explicit content
- All dancers must arrive 30 minutes before their scheduled time
- No videography or photography during performances
- Professional photography and videography will be available for purchase
📍 Venue Information
Location
Grand Ballroom
Downtown Convention Center
123 Main Street
Downtown, State 12345
Parking
Free parking available in the convention center garage. Additional street parking available nearby.
Amenities
Full-service concession stand, dressing rooms, restrooms, and seating for 500+ spectators.
Ready to Register?
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to showcase your talent!