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.

2023/24 Competition Team

For Competition students in Jazz, Ballet, Tap or Acro comp numbers, they 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. If a student is not in a comp ballet or jazz, they must still attend either the technique ballet or jazz class, as they are the foundations of dance. Click here for more details on this season’s technique classes.

For the 2023/24 season, all 2022/23 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, 2023, 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.

It is important that everyone who accepts the team offer can commit to attending all classes, the showcase and competitions.

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.

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.

2023/24 Competition Locations to be confirmed!

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.


This Is It

  • Dates: April 12 – 14, 2024

  • Location: Barrie, Ontario

  • Venue: Georgian Theatre, 1 Georgian Dr Bldg C, Barrie, ON L4M 6J8

  • Host Hotel: check their website for updates

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

  • Our full Competition Team will be competing at this competition.


Breakthru Dance Challenge

  • Dates: May 3-5, 2024

  • Location: Huntsville, Ontario

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

  • Host Hotel: check their website for updates

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

  • Our full Competition Team will be competing at this competition.

 

KARV Dance Challenge

  • Dates: May 10-12, 2024

  • Location: North Bay, Ontario

  • Venue: Capitol Centre, 150 Main St E, North Bay, ON P1B 1A8

  • Host Hotel: none

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

  • Our full Competition Team will be competing at this competition.


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.