ENTRY LEVELS

SEED

Created for dancers with minimal training and no prior competition experience. This level is designed for first-time competitors to explore the stage in a supportive, low-pressure environment while building confidence and excitement for performing.

INTRODUCTORY

ROOT

Ideal for dancers with limited competition experience or those taking three or fewer hours of classes per week. This level helps dancers establish a foundation of skill and comfort on stage while beginning to grow as performers.

NOVICE

SPROUT

Designed for dancers with moderate competition experience who train four to six hours per week. This level balances challenge and development, encouraging dancers to refine their technique and performance quality.

INTERMEDIATE

BLOOM

Created for advanced dancers training seven or more hours per week. These performers demonstrate strong technical ability and stage presence, ready to elevate their artistry and compete at the highest level.

ADVANCED

BLOSSOM

Celebrates dancers of all abilities. This level provides a welcoming, inclusive space where performers can share their joy for dance and shine on stage in a supportive and encouraging environment.

SPECIAL NEEDS

 PLEASE NOTE

The information provided regarding experience levels is meant to be a guideline. The decision is made at the discretion of each studio owner based on these guidelines. Please be sure to reevaluate and update your dancers' experience levels prior to registration for a new season.

All  Duo/Trio, Group, or Production routines will be automatically placed in the level of the majority of the dancers, defaulting to the highest possible experience level in the instance of equal placement.

​*Please keep in mind, that no competition can concretely know how many hours a week a student is in the studio or how much competition experience a student has.  We trust that studio directors will use sound judgment when entering levels for dancers.   Dancers that are obviously under-placed can be moved up an experience level by our judges.  If this occurs, you will be notified by your Competition Director.

 GENERAL CATEGORIES

 

SOLO: 1 Dancer

DUET:  2 Dancers

TRIO :  3 Dancers

SMALL GROUP:  4 - 9 Dancers

LARGE GROUP:  10 - 19 Dancers

PRODUCTION:  20 or More Dancers