Dance competitions are a way to stimulate and encourage personal growth and help children excel in something they enjoy, as well as giving a sense of achievement. Competitive dance is a popular sport in which competitors perform dances in several dance disciplines, including acro, ballet, jazz, hip-hop, lyrical, musical theatre, and tap.  Competitors perform before a group of judges at different out-of-town competition production companies and may compete as groups or in solos, duets or trios.  Our competitive dancers train throughout the dance season to develop and improve their technique, strength and performance.

At RMAD, we are proud to provide the opportunity for a variety of ages to excel and grow in this higher level of dance education and competition. The RMAD Competition Team is sponsored by an incredible list of local businesses and organizations which have also contributed to more students being able to join the Comp Team.

2024/25 Competition Team

All Competition students must participate in a Comp Jazz group. Intermediate and Seniors are in a large group and Primary and Junior will be in their respective groups.

Students in Jazz, Ballet, Tap and Acro comp numbers must also register and attend the separate weekly scheduled equivalent technique class for each dance style they are competing in (no exclusions). This ensures their technique is being developed and allows for the comp rehearsal class time to focus on choreography. Click here for more details on this season’s technique classes.

For the 2024/25 season, all 2023/24 Comp Team members are invited back! Simply select the comp groups when registering for recreational classes. If you would like to discuss the options further, please contact us.

Dancers who were not part of the team last season who are interested in joining the team simply need to contact us before September 1, 2024, to let us know what styles you are interested in competing in and we will advise on the next best steps for your dancer based on what’s available and their experience.

Solos, duets and trios are offered based on previously demonstrated skill, attitude and commitment, among other reasons.

It is important that everyone who accepts the team offer can commit to attending all classes, the showcase and competitions. If you have four or more unexplained absences, you may be dismissed from the team with no refund for any comp or costume fees paid. You may also be responsible for any outstanding comp fees or costume fees even if you will not be attending the competition(s).

Mini Competition Group

Our Mini Comp group is for dancers aged 4 or 5 that demonstrate the ability and interest in competition-level rehearsal and performance on stage. This group will compete in two different dance disciplines, Ballet & Jazz, as they are the fundamentals for growing dancers! Mini Comp students must be 4 years old by December 31 this year and must also be in Mini Movers or Ballet and Jazz Pre Jr (depending on their age), where they will focus more on technique which will support the choreography in Mini Comp.

During comp class, instructors will be working closely with your little one to get them ready for the big stage! The class will provide an opportunity for a quick warm up, and practicing their dances unattended. It’s also an opportunity to further strengthen technique with a typically smaller class size.

Being part of the Comp Team at this young age has many benefits, outside of dance. It teaches your little one about being in front of a big, supportive audience and learning the ins and outs of proper and respectful backstage behaviour. Competition is an exciting new experience for most kids and this is a great way to get your little ready for future years of performing, whether in dance, school, public speaking and more.

Pricing

Each team member will pay a $500 team fee plus the following choreo class fee. The class fees are in addition to the Technique class fees.

These fees include the class time, one comp showcase (tickets not included), competition registration fee and costume fee. Each fee is per dancer per number.

  • Group Numbers (4+ dancers): $775 + hst

  • Trio: $800 + hst

  • Duet: $900 + hst

  • Solo: $1,100 + hst

Competition Team Policies

Below are some Comp Team-specific policies.

  • Once acceptance of the Competition Team invite is submitted, there will be no refunds on comp team costs. Full competition fees and any ordered costumes and apparel will be the responsibility of the families, as they are non-refundable by the competitions/suppliers.

  • Travel costs and accommodations for each competition are the responsibility of the families.

  • Volunteer Commitment fees are non-refundable if you withdraw your registration at any time.

Click here to view all policies. 

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to email us at info@rhythmmotiondance.com.

2024/25 Competition Locations

It is important that everyone who accepts the competition team offer can commit to attending all competitions.

Please be prepared to leave the day before and travel the day after the competition dates listed. Performances start as early as 8am and end as late as 11pm.

Schedules will be provided by the competitions about 30 days prior to the competition date, at which point you may adjust your travel dates.

Candance Competition

  • Dates: April 4-6, 2025

  • Location: Huntsville, Ontario

  • Venue: Deerhurst Resort, 1235 Deerhurst Dr, Huntsville, ON P1H 2E8

  • Click here to check out their Facebook Page and their Instagram Page.

Breakthru Dance Challenge

  • Dates: May 2-4, 2025

  • Location: Huntsville, Ontario

  • Venue: Algonquin Theatre, 37 Main Street East, Huntsville, ON, P1H 1A1

  • Click here to check out their Facebook Page and their Instagram Page. #BDC2024 #BreakhruDance

KARV Dance Challenge

Breaking Bounds Dance Challenge

Accommodations:

  • We highly recommend you book your hotel rooms by October 1st (or as soon as dates are confirmed) to secure your room - they sell out quickly.

  • If Host Hotels are listed they are not mandatory to stay at - choose what works for your family.

    • Not all competitions organize a host hotel - don’t delay booking waiting to see if they do.


Please note up to two additional competition locations may be selected by September 30th. Typically, Solos, Duets & Trios (small comp team group) attend these comps and is a way for our studio to scout out new competitions while showcasing the Solos, Duets & Trios. They are optional for the small comp team group to attend. Competitors may choose to attend both or one or none.