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Group of dancers performing during Royal Dance Competition in East Rutherford

More ways to shine at
The Royal Dance Competition

Competition Opportunities

Beyond a Traditional Dance Competition

The Royal Dance Competition celebrates dancers in all their talents and abilities. Whether you love to improvise, have a special story to tell, or want to showcase your vocal abilities, we offer unique competition categories designed to highlight what makes you special.

Think Fast, Dance Fearlessly
Show us what you can do when the music takes you by surprise!

The Improv Challenge is your chance to demonstrate spontaneity, musicality, and technical skill—all at once. Dancers choose their preferred genre, but we choose the music. You’ll have 15 seconds to get into position once the music starts, then 1 minute to show us your best improvisational skills.

How it works
Choose your genre: Lyrical, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Tap, Ballet or JAZZ
We select the music (different every time!)
Perform solo, as a duo/trio, or in a group
Receive a crown rating: 1, 2, or 3 crowns
The highest scoring dancer is crowned the Improv Champion!
What judges look for
Musicality and rhythm
Technical execution
Creativity and interpretation
Stage presence
Ability to adapt quickly
Pricing

Special reduced rate per dancer.

Availability

Each studio receives at least one Improv Challenge spot (additional spots offered when schedule allows).

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