DECAdance is the first US-based competition to offer a fully sprung birch wood floor at every event. Sound quality? Check. Injury prevention? Double check!!
FOUR JUDGE PANEL to provide educational feedback and genre-specific critiques
TENURED IN-HOUSE ADJUDICATORS and pre-screened professional judges from Impact Dance Adjudicators at every event
LIVE CRITIQUES for soloists from the adjudicator specializing in their genre!
SEASONED TABULATORS that are ALSO professional adjudicators who monitor levels and genres to ensure all DECA guidelines are followed with integrity
PROPRIETARY SCORING SYSTEM with weighted technique scores
LIMITED CAPACITY EVENTS that ensure safety (and fun!) for all DECAdance participants and don't include sunrise start times or late awards
TITLE INCLUDED in every DECAdance regional event at no additional cost
DECADENT DANCER awards given to standout artists of every age and level by our adjudicators AND our seasoned DECA backstage team
FACES OF DECA dancers chosen at each event who are invited to take part in our end-of-season celebration that includes masterclasses, choreography, professional photography, a group video AND social media shout-outs!
LEGACY CUP for the six top-scoring group pieces of the entire season (three for 12 and under, three for 13+); dancers are invited to perform at our DECADANCE NATIONALS EVENT in Poconos, PA when we'll also announce the Legacy Cup winner!
We provide versatile one-of-a-kind events that include classes and critiques with our seasoned educators. Prepare for competition season with a customized event that aligns with your studio's values and inspires your dancers!
Past events have included a mini in-studio convention with a mock competition and live critiques; mock auditions with specialized feedback, and genre-specific masterclasses!
Our Nationals event in Poconos, PA is jam-packed with convention classes, performances, themed parties for dancers to connect, competition schedules that prioritize safety and rest, PLUS our Legacy Cup winners announced! Our specials awards are unparalleled, from our FACES OF DECA recognition to our DECAdent Dancer awards!
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Our bi-weekly email newsletter called the DECA DELIVERY is dropped every other Tuesday! We include dance product and podcast recommendations, studio highlights and teacher tips, DECAdates to remember plus ways to stay connected throughout the season.
THE #DECADIFFERENCE
DECAdance has been an INCREDIBLE event we attend every single year! Cannot recommend enough!
Jenna R.
Samantha and her team at DECADance have been phenomenal, and we look forward to their competitions every year!
Sophie S.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I schedule a trial class?
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About
DECAdance strives for excellence in the world of dance competitions. We’re committed to providing the most professional experience for the wide range of competitors in a safe and fair environment; ensuring that each DECA event provides high levels of education and the opportunity for growth in every dancer. We are building the dancers of tomorrow!