We have one team, divided in groups according to age, level, strengths, etc. Teachers make the decision of what genre your child is best at but we like to know what your favorite style is. There is opportunity to take solos/duets/trios however, it is not required. We attend four regional competitions, including one national competition (location yet to be decided). Our choreographers are university trained professionals with creative ideas for unique, entertaining performances. We were awarded Top Score at several regional competitions as well as VIP's National in 2021 and Stage One Nationals in Gatlinburg in 2022 along with several other outstanding achievement awards and scholarships. We are excited that you are considering an audition with our competition team. We have worked hard to bring together teachers and families that strive for excellence and still treat each other as family.
What types of dance do you offer for Competition?
Answer: We compete in many genres which include: Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Musical Theater, Contemporary, Lyrical, Hip Hop and acro/tumbling.
How many Competitions do you compete in each year?
Answer: We compete in 4 Regional Competitions including a National Competition. Competitions run between February-July.
How many days a week will my child take classes?
Answer: Competition Team meets 2-4 days a week (Monday-Thursday) and 2 Saturdays a month (September-January).
When are Auditions?
Answer: Please refer to the Audition Form on the website for further information about times. Keep in mind this is for dancers NEW TO ENCORE'S COMPETITION TEAM. Existing members will be auditioning throughout the week during their normal classtimes.
What are all of the costs to be on the team?
Answer:
$150 Monthly Tuition (this includes all technique classes and up to 3 competition dances)
$10/month for each additional competition group dance your child competes in.
Private Lessons are Optional. Costs are below.
$30/week for a Competition Solo
$25/week for a Competition Duo
$20/week for a Competition Trio
$25/week for a Private technique class
One-time Choreography Fees: These are due between August-September and the cost is based on your total number of dances. Solo choreography fees are $200; Duo/trio fees are $100/dance. Group choreography fees are $25/dance.
Costume Fees: Approximately $100-$125 per dance. This does not include shoes. Costumes are typically purchased between October-December and payment is due when they are ordered.
Competition Fees: Each competition charges different amounts ranging from $45-65/group dance, $75-100 for Duos/Trios and $100-$150 for solos and are due approximately 45 days prior to the competition.