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Jan / Feb
January 11/12, 2025
South Florida
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season! Carol, Phil & Crew
Saturday Jan. 11 Convention (schedule below)
Sunday Jan 12 Competition (Groups Morning) (Solo’s Afternoon)
Miramar Cultural Center | 2400 Civic Center Place | Miramar, Florida
Saturday Schedule for Convention
| Doors open | 9:30am for registration 9:45am Warm Up |
| 10:00 Jr. Jazz | 10:00 Sr. Contemp |
| 11:00 Jr. Contemp | 11:00 Sr. Jazz |
| 12:00 Jr. Hip Hop | 12:00 Sr. Improv |
| 1:00 Jr Improv | 1:00 Sr Hip Hop |
Contact Carol@StepUp2Dance.com for MasterClass sign-up. Email in Student Name/Age, Mail check, or contact us for Zelle or Venmo info.
Sunday Schedule for Competition
Doors Open: 7:00 am
Competition: 8:00 am Solos and Groups
AWARDS at the end after all performances:
Studio Awards, Adjudication, Overall Awards, and Crowning at the end.
Rules/Regs: Ask your studio director for rules regs on parking, food, and the number of dancers allowed in dressing rooms and in halls backstage.
Save your Spot: Submit your Deposit online ASAP to reserve your spot.
Studio Owners: Pay deposit online or by mail. Submit all your Routines so that your studio performance time and space are secured. You may edit your routines later, but we need the total number.
Music: 30 days prior to event.
2400 Civic Center Pl
Miramar, FL 33025, USA
February 3/4, 2024
February 1/2, 2025
Arizona (Gilbert)
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season! Carol, Phil & Crew
Higley Center| 4132 E Pecos Rd |Gilbert, AZ
Competition
Groups: Saturday
Solo’s: Fri /Sun
Save your Spot: Submit your Deposit online ASAP to reserve your spot.
Studio Owners: Enter all your Routines so that your studio performance time and space are secured. You may edit your routines later, but we need the total number ASAP.
Registered Studios: Receive email info to only the Studio email address that registered
Studio Schedule: Final Schedule Times is Emailed to your Studio Account 5-7 days Prior to the show.
Professional: Photo/ Video/ Live stream Services may or may not be offered on-site. Studio Owner will be updated prior to the event as soon as the info is available to us.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least 1 month prior to the event.
4132 E Pecos Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85295, USA
March
March 1/2, 2025
New York (Long Island)
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season! Carol, Phil & Crew
Location | Long Island: Hyatt Regency Long Island at Wind Watch Golf Club | 1717 Motor Parkway, Hauppauge, NY
Host Hotel: Hyatt Hotel,1717 Motor Pkwy,Haupauge, Long Island. Fun Pool & Fitness Center. Delicious Convenient onsite Restaurant & Starbucks coffee in Lobby. Relaxing upbeat fun Lobby lounge/bar our event. Discount Early Bird Overnight Rooms: $125 + tax!
Reserve Today 800 233-1234 Central Reservations. Mention Step Up 2 Dance
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open to perform in your Age Category.
Studio Owners: Save your Spot. Pay the deposit online or by mail. Submit all your Routines so that your studio performance time and space are secured. You may edit your routines later, but we need the total number.
Registered Studios: Receive ongoing email info to only the Studio email address that you registered with.
Studio Schedule: Final Schedule Times is Emailed to your Studio Account 5-7 days Prior to the show.
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least one month prior to the event.
Parents: We regret that we can not answer or discuss Studio Business with anyone but the Studio Owner. Thank You for your understanding, patience, and continued support. We can’t wait to see you.
Food / Beverage: Offers multiple restaurants, pubs, take out on side including spacious areas for sitting , relaxing. Overnight Rooms have Refrig/ Micro , along with pool / health club use.
FINAL BALANCE for STEP UP 2 DANCE REGIONAL ENTRY FEES
Nov. 1 for JAN & FEB Comps
JAN. 1 for MAR & APR Comps
FEB. 1 for MAY & JUNE Comps
MAR. 1 for NATIONAL Comps
FINAL BALANCE for STEP UP 2 DANCE REGIONAL ENTRY FEES
Nov. 1 for JAN & FEB Comps
JAN. 1 for MAR & APR Comps
FEB. 1 for MAY & JUNE Comps
MAR. 1 for NATIONAL Comps
1717 Motor Pkwy
Hauppauge, NY 11788, USA
March 1/2, 2025
New Jersey (Meadowlands)
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season! Carol, Phil & Crew
Location: Henry P Becton Regional High School,120 Patterson Ave., E. Rutherford, NJ
Beautiful auditorium, gym dressing room, and café for lunch!
Competition: This competition is on Saturday and Sunday
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open to perform in your Age Category.
Studio Owners: Save your Spot. Pay the deposit online or by mail. Submit all your Routines so that your studio performance time and space are secured. You may edit your routines later, but we need the total number.
Registered Studios: Receive ongoing email info to only the Studio email address that you registered with.
Studio Schedule: Final Schedule Times is Emailed to your Studio Account 5-7 days Prior to the show.
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least one month prior to the event.
Parents: We regret that we can not answer or discuss Studio Business with anyone but the Studio Owner. Thank You for your understanding, patience, and continued support. We can’t wait to see you.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least 1 month prior to the event.
FINAL BALANCE for STEP UP 2 DANCE REGIONAL ENTRY FEES
Nov. 1 for JAN & FEB Comps
JAN. 1 for MAR & APR Comps
FEB. 1 for MAY & JUNE Comps
MAR. 1 for NATIONAL Comps
120 Paterson Ave, East Rutherford, NJ 07073, USA
March 8/9, 2025
New Jersey (Williamstown)
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season! Carol, Phil & Crew
Competition Location: Williamstown High School 700 Tuckahoe Rd, Williamstown, NJ 08094
Beautiful auditorium and cafe for lunch.
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open to perform in your Age Category.
Studio Owners: Save your Spot. Pay the deposit online or by mail. Submit all your Routines so that your studio performance time and space are secured. You may edit your routines later, but we need the total number.
Registered Studios: Receive ongoing email info from the Dance Comp Genie site to only the Studio email address that you registered with.
Studio Schedule: Final Schedule Times is Emailed to your Studio Account 5-7 days Prior to showing.
Photo/Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least one month prior to the event.
Parents: We regret that we can not answer or discuss Studio Business with anyone but the Studio Owner. Thank You for your understanding, patience, and continued support. We can’t wait to see you.
Food / Beverage: Only Bottled Water is permitted in. You may not bring in food or drinks of any kind to a private /public school, nor fill up their outside trash with food items or litter. It’s against all school policies.
FINAL BALANCE for STEP UP 2 DANCE REGIONAL ENTRY FEES
Nov. 1 for JAN & FEB Comps
JAN. 1 for MAR & APR Comps
FEB. 1 for MAY & JUNE Comps
MAR. 1 for NATIONAL Comps
700 Tuckahoe Rd
Williamstown, NJ 08094, USA
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season ! Carol, Phil & Crew
Location: Melrose Middle School 350 Lynn Fells Pkwy, Melrose, MA 02176
Host Hotel: Book your group rate for Step Up to Dance
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in their Age/ Genre/Ability.
Studio Owners: Save your Spot. Pay the deposit online or by mail. Submit all your Routines so that your studio performance time and space are secured. You may edit your routines later, but we need the total number.
Registered Studios: Receive ongoing email info to only the Studio email address that you registered with.
Studio Schedule: Final Schedule Times is Emailed to your Studio Account 5-7 days Prior to the show.
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least 1 month prior to the event.
Parents: We regret that we can not answer or discuss Studio Business with anyone but the Studio Owner. Thank You for your understanding, patience, and continued support. We can’t wait to see you.
Food / Beverage: Only Bottled Water is permitted in. You may not bring in food or drinks of any kind to a private /public school, nor fill up their outside trash with food items or litter. It’s against all school policies.
FINAL BALANCE for STEP UP 2 DANCE REGIONAL ENTRY FEES
Nov. 1 for JAN & FEB Comps
JAN. 1 for MAR & APR Comps
FEB. 1 for MAY & JUNE Comps
MAR. 1 for NATIONAL Comps
Athletic Field, 350 Lynn Fells Pkwy
Melrose, MA 02176, USA
March 15/16, 2025
Massachusetts (Melrose/Easton)
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season! Carol, Phil & Crew
Location: Melrose Middle School
350 Lynn Fells Pkwy, Melrose, MA 02176
Event Details:
Saturday: Solos & Duo/Trios
Sunday: Groups, Lines, Productions
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in their Age/ Genre/Ability.
Studio Owners: Save your Spot. Pay the deposit online or by mail. Submit all your Routines so that your studio performance time and space are secured. You may edit your routines later, but we need the total number.
Registered Studios: Receive ongoing email info to only the Studio email address that you registered with.
Studio Schedule: Final Schedule Times is Emailed to your Studio Account 5-7 days Prior to the show.
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least one month prior to the event.
Parents: We regret that we can not answer or discuss Studio Business with anyone but the Studio Owner. Thank You for your understanding, patience, and continued support. We can’t wait to see you.
Food / Beverage: Only Bottled Water is permitted in. You may not bring in food or drinks of any kind to a private /public school, nor fill up their outside trash with food items or litter. It’s against all school policies.
FINAL BALANCE for STEP UP 2 DANCE REGIONAL ENTRY FEES
Nov. 1 for JAN & FEB Comps
JAN. 1 for MAR & APR Comps
FEB. 1 for MAY & JUNE Comps
MAR. 1 for NATIONAL Comps
350 Lynn Fells Pkwy
Melrose, MA 02176, USA
March 22/23, 2025
Massachusetts (Melrose)
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season! Carol, Phil & Crew
Location: Melrose Middle School 350 Lynn Fells Pkwy, Melrose, MA 02176
Event Details: Like Many Schools, Melrose does not allow food/beverages to be brought into the School for many reasons. Please leave cooler in auto or visit nearby eats during lunch break.
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open to perform in your Age Category.
Studio Owners: Save your Spot. Pay the deposit online or by mail. Submit all your Routines so that your studio performance time and space are secured. You may edit your routines later, but we need the total number.
Registered Studios: Receive ongoing email info to only the Studio email address that you registered with.
Studio Schedule: Final Schedule Times is Emailed to your Studio Account 5-7 days Prior to the show.
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least one month prior to the event.
Parents: We regret that we can not answer or discuss Studio Business with anyone but the Studio Owner. Thank You for your understanding, patience, and continued support. We can’t wait to see you.
Food / Beverage: Only Bottled Water is permitted in. You may not bring in food or drinks of any kind to a private /public school, nor fill up their outside trash with food items or litter. It’s against all school policies.
FINAL BALANCE for STEP UP 2 DANCE REGIONAL ENTRY FEES
Nov. 1 for JAN & FEB Comps
JAN. 1 for MAR & APR Comps
FEB. 1 for MAY & JUNE Comps
MAR. 1 for NATIONAL Comps
350 Lynn Fells Pkwy
Melrose, MA 02176, USA
March 29/30, 2025
Maine (Westbrook)
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season! Carol, Phil & Crew
Competition Location: Westbrook Performing Arts Center 471 Stroudwater St, Westbrook, ME
Event Details:
Saturday: Solos & Duo/Trios
Sunday: Groups, Lines, Productions
Host Schedule: Coming Soon!
Studio Owners: Save your Spot. Pay the deposit online or by mail. Submit all your Routines so that your studio performance time and space are secured. You may edit your routines later, but we need the total number.
Registered Studios: Receive ongoing email info to only the Studio email address that you registered with.
Studio Schedule: Final Schedule Times is Emailed to your Studio Account 5-7 days Prior to the show.
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least one month prior to the event.
Parents: We regret that we can not answer or discuss Studio Business with anyone but the Studio Owner. Thank You for your understanding, patience, and continued support. We can’t wait to see you.
Food / Beverage: Only Bottled Water is permitted in. You may not bring in food or drinks of any kind to a private /public school, nor fill up their outside trash with food items or litter. It’s against all school policies.
FINAL BALANCE for STEP UP 2 DANCE REGIONAL ENTRY FEES
Nov. 1 for JAN & FEB Comps
JAN. 1 for MAR & APR Comps
FEB. 1 for MAY & JUNE Comps
MAR. 1 for NATIONAL Comps
Competition Location:
Westbrook Performing Arts Center
471 Stroudwater St, Westbrook, ME
April
April 5/6, 2025
Massachusetts (Whitman)
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season! Carol, Phil & Crew
Competition Location: Whitman Hanson HS, 610 Franklin Street · Whitman, MA
Host Hotel:
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open to perform in your Age Category. This event will start Friday after school with Solos.
Studio Owners: Save your Spot. Pay the deposit online or by mail. Submit all your Routines so that your studio performance time and space are secured. You may edit your routines later, but we need the total number.
Registered Studios: Receive ongoing email info to only the Studio email address that you registered with.
Studio Schedule: Final Schedule Times is Emailed to your Studio Account 5-7 days Prior to the show.
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least one month prior to the event.
Parents: We regret that we can not answer or discuss Studio Business with anyone but the Studio Owner. Thank You for your understanding, patience, and continued support. We can’t wait to see you.
Food / Beverage: Only Bottled Water is permitted in. You may not bring in food or drinks of any kind to a private /public school, nor fill up their outside trash with food items or litter. It’s against all school policies.
FINAL BALANCE for STEP UP 2 DANCE REGIONAL ENTRY FEES
Nov. 1 for JAN & FEB Comps
JAN. 1 for MAR & APR Comps
FEB. 1 for MAY & JUNE Comps
MAR. 1 for NATIONAL Comps
Location: Whitman Hanson HS, 610 Franklin Street · Whitman MA
610 Franklin St
Whitman, MA 02382, USA
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season! Carol, Phil & Crew
Competition Location: TBA
Host Hotel: TBA
Hotel Block: Book under STEP UP 2 DANCE at least 45 days before the event for the discount room.
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open to perform in your Age Category. This show could be one day only. Check with the office 30 days prior.
Studio Owners: Save your Spot. Pay the deposit online or by mail. Submit all your Routines so that your studio performance time and space are secured. You may edit your routines later, but we need the total number.
Registered Studios: Receive ongoing email info to only the Studio email address that you registered with.
Studio Schedule: Final Schedule Times is Emailed to your Studio Account 5-7 days Prior to the show.
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least one month prior to the event.
Parents: We regret that we can not answer or discuss Studio Business with anyone but the Studio Owner. Thank You for your understanding, patience, and continued support. We can’t wait to see you.
Food / Beverage: Only Bottled Water is permitted in. You may not bring in food or drinks of any kind to a private /public school, nor fill up their outside trash with food items or litter. It’s against all school policies.
610 Franklin St
Whitman, MA 02382, USA
April 12/13, 2025
New Jersey (Millstone)
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season! Carol, Phil & Crew
Competition Location: Millstone Township PAC
Millstone Township Performing Arts Center – MPA spacious gymasiums for changing and convenient cafeteria for lunch.
Schedule: Saturday and Sunday.
Host Hotels: Call Carol for the best deals on hotels in the area.
Studio Owners: Save your Spot with a deposit. Submit all your Routines so that your studio performance time and space are secured. You may edit your routines later, but we need the total number You plan to bring so we can block your spot.
Registered Studios: Receive ongoing email info to only the Studio email address that you registered with.
Studio Schedule: Final Schedule Times is Emailed to your Studio Account 5-7 days Prior to the show.
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least one month prior to the event.
Parents: We regret that we can not answer or discuss Studio Business with anyone but the Studio Owner. Thank You for your understanding, patience, and continued support. We can’t wait to see you.
Food / Beverage: Only Bottled Water is permitted in. You may not bring in food or drinks of any kind to a private /public school, nor fill up their outside trash with food items or litter. It’s against all school policies.
FINAL BALANCE for STEP UP 2 DANCE REGIONAL ENTRY FEES
Nov. 1 for JAN & FEB Comps
JAN. 1 for MAR & APR Comps
FEB. 1 for MAY & JUNE Comps
MAR. 1 for NATIONAL Comps
5 Dawson Ct
Millstone, NJ 08535, USA
April 19, 2025
Massachusetts Springfield (Sat only!)
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season! Carol, Phil & Crew
Competition Location: Minnechaug Regional High School, 621 Main St, Wilbraham, MA 01095
Event Details: One day only – Saturday
Saturday: Groups, Lines, productions, then Solos
Schedule: Studio Owners, we need 3 weeks notice of any routine time conflict.
Studio Owners: Save your Spot. Pay the deposit online or by mail. Submit all your Routines so that your studio performance time and space are secured. You may edit your routines later, but we need the total number.
Registered Studios: Receive ongoing email info to only the Studio email address that you registered with.
Studio Schedule: Final Schedule Times is Emailed to your Studio Account 5-7 days Prior to showing.
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least one month prior to the event.
Parents: We regret that we can not answer or discuss Studio Business with anyone but the Studio Owner. Thank You for your understanding, patience, and continued support. We can’t wait to see you.
Food / Beverage: Only Bottled Water is permitted in. You may not bring in food or drinks of any kind to a private /public school, nor fill up their outside trash with food items or litter. It’s against all school policies.
FINAL BALANCE for STEP UP 2 DANCE REGIONAL ENTRY FEES
Nov. 1 for JAN & FEB Comps
JAN. 1 for MAR & APR Comps
FEB. 1 for MAY & JUNE Comps
MAR. 1 for NATIONAL Comps
621 Main Street
Wilbraham, MA 01095
April 26/27, 2025
New York upstate (Syracuse)
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season! Carol, Phil & Crew
Competition location: Landmark Theatre, 362 S. Salina St., Syracuse, NY 13202
Host Hotel: Group Discount Coming Soon!
Event Details:
Saturday: Solos & Duo/Trios
Sunday: Groups, Lines, Productions
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open to perform in your Age Category. Saturday Solos, Sunday Groups
Studio Owners: Save your Spot. Pay the deposit online or by mail. Submit all your Routines so that your studio performance time and space are secured. You may edit your routines later, but we need the total number.
Registered Studios: Receive ongoing email info to only the Studio email address that you registered with.
Studio Schedule: Final Schedule Times is Emailed to your Studio Account 5-7 days Prior to showing.
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least one month prior to the event.
Parents: We regret that we can not answer or discuss Studio Business with anyone but the Studio Owner. Thank You for your understanding, patience, and continued support. We can’t wait to see you.
Food / Beverage: Only Bottled Water is permitted in. You may not bring in food or drinks of any kind to a private /public school, nor fill up their outside trash with food items or litter. It’s against all school policies.
FINAL BALANCE for STEP UP 2 DANCE REGIONAL ENTRY FEES
Nov. 1 for JAN & FEB Comps
JAN. 1 for MAR & APR Comps
FEB. 1 for MAY & JUNE Comps
MAR. 1 for NATIONAL Comps
362 S Salina St
Syracuse, NY 13202
May
May 3/4, 2025
New York (Utica)
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season! Carol, Phil & Crew
Location: The Stanley Theatre, 261 Genesee St, Utica, NY 13501, The Stanley Theatre will be under Renovation
Venue TBA
Host Hotel: Delta Hotel by Marriott, 200 Genesee St, Utica, NY 13502
Book your lowest price overnight room for this Fabulous Event Now before the rate goes up.
Event Details:
Saturday: Solos & Duo/Trios
Sunday: Groups, Lines, Productions
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open to perform in your Age Category. This event may start on Friday after school with Solos.
Studio Owners: Save your Spot. Pay the deposit online or by mail. Submit all your Routines so that your studio performance time and space are secured. You may edit your routines later, but we need the total number.
Registered Studios: Receive ongoing email info to only the Studio email address that you registered with.
Studio Schedule: Final Schedule Times is Emailed to your Studio Account 5-7 days Prior to the show.
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least one month prior to the event.
Parents: We regret that we can not answer or discuss Studio Business with anyone but the Studio Owner. Thank You for your understanding, patience, and continued support. We can’t wait to see you.
Food / Beverage: Like Most Venues and Schools, the Stanley has a no Food allowed in policy. Please leave Cooler / food items in Automobile. Nearby Food on the streetsand next door has a nice dining option. The Stanley also has added to their menu selections.
FINAL BALANCE for STEP UP 2 DANCE REGIONAL ENTRY FEES
Nov. 1 for JAN & FEB Comps
JAN. 1 for MAR & APR Comps
FEB. 1 for MAY & JUNE Comps
MAR. 1 for NATIONAL Comps
259 Genesee St
Utica, NY 13501, USA
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season ! Carol, Phil & Crew
Location: Melrose Middle School 350 Lynn Fells Pkwy, Melrose, MA 02176
Host Hotel: Book your group rate for Step Up 2 Dance
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in their Age/ Genre/ Ability.
Studio Owners: Save your Spot. Pay the deposit online or by mail. Submit all your Routines so that your studio performance time and space are secured. You may edit your routines later, but we need the total number.
Registered Studios: Receive ongoing email info to only the Studio email address that you registered with.
Studio Schedule: Final Schedule Times is Emailed to your Studio Account 5-7 days Prior to the show.
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least 1 month prior to the event.
Parents: We regret that we can not answer or discuss Studio Business with anyone but the Studio Owner. Thank You for your understanding, patience, and continued support. We can’t wait to see you.
Food / Beverage: Only Bottled Water is permitted in. You may not bring in food or drinks of any kind to a private /public school, nor fill up their outside trash with food items or litter. It’s against all school policies.
FINAL BALANCE for STEP UP 2 DANCE REGIONAL ENTRY FEES
Nov. 1 for JAN & FEB Comps
JAN. 1 for MAR & APR Comps
FEB. 1 for MAY & JUNE Comps
MAR. 1 for NATIONAL Comps
Location: Melrose Middle School 350 Lynn Fells Pkwy, Melrose, MA 02176
259 Genesee St
Utica, NY 13501, USA
May 10/11, 2025
Massachusetts (Melrose)
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season! Carol, Phil & Crew
Location: Melrose Middle School 350 Lynn Fells Pkwy, Melrose, MA 02176
Event Details: Schedule for 1 day only, this event could spill over to Sunday morning with 1-2 age div of solos, awards at noon.
Note: Like Many Schools, Melrose does not allow food/beverages to be brought into the School for many reasons. Please leave cooler in auto or visit nearby eats during lunch break.
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open to perform in your Age Category. This event may carry over to Sunday morning for Mother’s Day weekend for solos.
Studio Owners: Save your Spot. Pay the deposit online or by mail. Submit all your Routines so that your studio performance time and space are secured. You may edit your routines later, but we need the total number.
Registered Studios: Receive ongoing email info to only the Studio email address that you registered with.
Studio Schedule: Final Schedule Times is Emailed to your Studio Account 5-7 days Prior to the show.
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least one month prior to the event.
Parents: We regret that we can not answer or discuss Studio Business with anyone but the Studio Owner. Thank You for your understanding, patience, and continued support. We can’t wait to see you.
Food / Beverage: Only Bottled Water is permitted in. You may not bring in food or drinks of any kind to a private /public school, nor fill up their outside trash with food items or litter. It’s against all school policies.
FINAL BALANCE for STEP UP 2 DANCE REGIONAL ENTRY FEES
Nov. 1 for JAN & FEB Comps
JAN. 1 for MAR & APR Comps
FEB. 1 for MAY & JUNE Comps
MAR. 1 for NATIONAL Comps
Location: Melrose Middle School 350 Lynn Fells Pkwy, Melrose, MA 02176
350 Lynn Fells Pkwy
Melrose, MA 02176, USA
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season ! Carol, Phil & Crew
Competition Location: Secaucus High School, 11 Millridge Road, NJ 07094
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in their Age/ Genre/ Ability.
Studio Owners: Save your Spot. Pay the deposit online or by mail. Submit all your Routines so that your studio performance time and space are secured. You may edit your routines later, but we need the total number.
Registered Studios: Receive ongoing email info to only the Studio email address that you registered with.
Studio Schedule: Final Schedule Times is Emailed to your Studio Account 5-7 days Prior to the show.
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least 1 month prior to the event.
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least 1 month prior to the event.
Parents: We regret that we can not answer or discuss Studio Business with anyone but the Studio Owner. Thank You for your understanding, patience, and continued support. We can’t wait to see you.
Food / Beverage: Only Bottled Water is permitted in. You may not bring in food or drinks of any kind to a private /public school, nor fill up their outside trash with food items or litter. It’s against all school policies.
FINAL BALANCE for STEP UP 2 DANCE REGIONAL ENTRY FEES
Nov. 1 for JAN & FEB Comps
JAN. 1 for MAR & APR Comps
FEB. 1 for MAY & JUNE Comps
MAR. 1 for NATIONAL Comps
350 Lynn Fells Pkwy
Melrose, MA 02176, USA
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season ! Carol, Phil & Crew
Competition Location: Secaucus High School, 11 Millridge Road, NJ 07094
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in their Age/ Genre/ Ability.
Studio Owners: Save your Spot. Pay the deposit online or by mail. Submit all your Routines so that your studio performance time and space are secured. You may edit your routines later, but we need the total number.
Registered Studios: Receive ongoing email info to only the Studio email address that you registered with.
Studio Schedule: Final Schedule Times is Emailed to your Studio Account 5-7 days Prior to the show.
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least 1 month prior to the event.
350 Lynn Fells Pkwy
Melrose, MA 02176, USA
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least 1 month prior to the event.
Parents: We regret that we can not answer or discuss Studio Business with anyone but the Studio Owner. Thank You for your understanding, patience, and continued support. We can’t wait to see you.
Food / Beverage: Only Bottled Water is permitted in. You may not bring in food or drinks of any kind to a private /public school, nor fill up their outside trash with food items or litter. It’s against all school policies.
FINAL BALANCE for STEP UP 2 DANCE REGIONAL ENTRY FEES
Nov. 1 for JAN & FEB Comps
JAN. 1 for MAR & APR Comps
FEB. 1 for MAY & JUNE Comps
MAR. 1 for NATIONAL Comps
350 Lynn Fells Pkwy
Melrose, MA 02176, USA
May 17/18, 2025
New Jersey (Secaucus)
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season! Carol, Phil & Crew
Competition Location: Secaucus High School, 11 Millridge Road, NJ 07094
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open to perform in your Age Category.
Studio Owners: Save your Spot. Pay the deposit online or by mail. Submit all your Routines so that your studio performance time and space are secured. You may edit your routines later, but we need the total number.
Registered Studios: Receive ongoing email info to only the Studio email address that you registered with.
Studio Schedule: Final Schedule Times is Emailed to your Studio Account 5-7 days Prior to the show.
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least one month prior to the event.
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least one month prior to the event.
Parents: We regret that we can not answer or discuss Studio Business with anyone but the Studio Owner. Thank You for your understanding, patience, and continued support. We can’t wait to see you.
Food / Beverage: Only Bottled Water is permitted in. You may not bring in food or drinks of any kind to a private /public school, nor fill up their outside trash with food items or litter. It’s against all school policies.
FINAL BALANCE for STEP UP 2 DANCE REGIONAL ENTRY FEES
Nov. 1 for JAN & FEB Comps
JAN. 1 for MAR & APR Comps
FEB. 1 for MAY & JUNE Comps
MAR. 1 for NATIONAL Comps
May 24/25, 2025
Massachusetts (Melrose)
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season! Carol, Phil & Crew
Competition Location: Melrose Middle School 350 Lynn Fells Pkwy, Melrose, MA 02176
Event Details: Like Many Schools, Melroose does not allow food/beverages to be brought into the School for many reasons. Please leave cooler in auto or visit nearby eats during lunch break.
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in their Age/ Genre/ Ability.
Studio Owners: Save your Spot. Pay the deposit online or by mail. Submit all your Routines so that your studio performance time and space are secured. You may edit your routines later, but we need the total number.
Registered Studios: Receive ongoing email info to only the Studio email address that you registered with.
Studio Schedule: Final Schedule Times is Emailed to your Studio Account 5-7 days Prior to showing.
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least one month prior to the event.
Parents: We regret that we can not answer or discuss Studio Business with anyone but the Studio Owner. Thank You for your understanding, patience, and continued support. We can’t wait to see you.
Food / Beverage: Only Bottled Water is permitted in. You may not bring in food or drinks of any kind to a private /public school, nor fill up their outside trash with food items or litter. It’s against all school policies.
FINAL BALANCE for STEP UP 2 DANCE REGIONAL ENTRY FEES
Nov. 1 for JAN & FEB Comps
JAN. 1 for MAR & APR Comps
FEB. 1 for MAY & JUNE Comps
MAR. 1 for NATIONAL Comps
May 31/ June 1
New England (call to reserve)
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season! Carol, Phil & Crew
Competition Location: Coming Soon!
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open to perform in your Age Category.
Studio Owners: Save your Spot. Pay the deposit online or by mail. Submit all your Routines so that your studio performance time and space are secured. You may edit your routines later, but we need the total number.
Registered Studios: Receive ongoing email info to only the Studio email address that you registered with.
Studio Schedule: Final Schedule Times is Emailed to your Studio Account 5-7 days Prior to the show.
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least one month prior to the event.
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least one month prior to the event.
Parents: We regret that we can not answer or discuss Studio Business with anyone but the Studio Owner. Thank You for your understanding, patience, and continued support. We can’t wait to see you.
Food / Beverage: Only Bottled Water is permitted in. You may not bring in food or drinks of any kind to a private /public school, nor fill up their outside trash with food items or litter. It’s against all school policies.
FINAL BALANCE for STEP UP 2 DANCE REGIONAL ENTRY FEES
Nov. 1 for JAN & FEB Comps
JAN. 1 for MAR & APR Comps
FEB. 1 for MAY & JUNE Comps
MAR. 1 for NATIONAL Comps
June
June 20-22, 2025
So Shore
Hampton Beach, NH
Massachusetts
Mini Nationals
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season! Carol, Phil & Crew
Location: Massachusetts (South) of Boston! The location will be released later in the Season as school officials do not want calls during the school year regarding info. Thank you for your patience!
Location: Winnacunnet HS, 1 Alumni Drive, Hampton Beach
Schedule:
Solos and Awards Friday/Saturday
Groups and Awards Sunday
Studio Owners: Save your Spot. Pay the deposit online or by mail. Submit all your Routines so that your studio performance time and space are secured. You may edit your routines later, but we need the total number.
Registered Studios: Receive ongoing email info to only the Studio email address that you registered with.
Studio Schedule: Final Schedule Times are Emailed to your Studio Account 5-7 days Prior to the show.
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least one month prior to the event.
Parents: We regret that we can not answer or discuss Studio Business with anyone but the Studio Owner. Thank You for your understanding, patience, and continued support. We can’t wait to see you.
Food / Beverage: Only Bottled Water is permitted in. You may not bring in food or drinks of any kind to a private /public school, nor fill up their outside trash with food items or litter. It’s against all school policies.
FINAL BALANCE for STEP UP 2 DANCE REGIONAL ENTRY FEES
Nov. 1 for JAN & FEB Comps
JAN. 1 for MAR & APR Comps
FEB. 1 for MAY & JUNE Comps
MAR. 1 for NATIONAL Comps
July
July 5-6, 2025
Rhode Island
Mini Nationals
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season! Carol, Phil & Crew
NATIONAL DANCE TEAM: The Dance Team and Opening Number are Free for all attending Students, providing dancers can attend the two rehearsals for the opening number and learn the Choreography proficiently.
Register early and reserve your room at Nationals Boston to take advantage of the early discount rate.
Location: Sheraton Boston Hotel, 39 Dalton Street, Boston, MA 02199
connects to the Prudential Mall and Copley Mall.
Venue: Crown Plaza| 801 Greenwich Ave | Warwick, RI
OVERNIGHT ROOM BLOCK LINK: COMING SOON
Hotel Rooms: Book your group rate for Step Up 2 Dance Boston.
Hurry, the rate will go up soon!
Hotel Info: Largest Indoor/outdoor heated pool In Boston. The hotel and area have everything you could want: restaurants/shopping/ site-seeing / Newbury St. / walk to Fenway Park, and hop on a duck tour for Fanuel Hall, North End.
Registered Studios: Receive ongoing email info to only the Studio email address that you registered with.
Studio Schedule: Final Schedule Times are Emailed to your Studio Account 5-7 days Prior to the show.
Schedule: Keep entire weekend open until Schedule arrives. Routines must perform in their category.
DANCE TEAM is open to every registered student, Free of Charge. Students will be in the Opening Number and must attend 2 Rehearsals to learn Choreography.
Visit the Nationals Page for More Info on Schedule and Hotel Rate Accommodations. Read More
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: DEADLINE: Must be Uploaded by June 10!
Parents: We regret that we can not answer or discuss Studio Business with anyone but the Studio Owner. Thank You for your understanding, patience, and continued support. We can’t wait to see you.
Food / Beverage: Outside food is not allowed in Hotels. Visit nearby eateries or visit a hotel restaurant.
Studio Personalized Times: Emailed to the Studio Account 7 days Prior to the show.
TV Close-Up: Onsite Live Stream TV is adjacent to the Performance Ballroom for your enjoyment.
HAVE FUN!
FINAL BALANCE for STEP UP 2 DANCE REGIONAL ENTRY FEES
Nov. 1 for JAN & FEB Comps
JAN. 1 for MAR & APR Comps
FEB. 1 for MAY & JUNE Comps
MAR. 1 for NATIONAL Comps
July 18-20, 2025
New Jersey
Mini Nationals
We Can’t Wait to See you this Season! Carol, Phil & Crew
Location: Marriott Hotel at Glenpointe, 100 Frank W Burr Blvd, Teaneck, NJ
Host Hotel: Overnight room block link: Coming soon.
Add’l Hotel: If rooms are sold out, join us next door at their sister property located across the Street, Hampton Inn and Suites. Hurry ! hotels almost sold out.
Enjoy all the Meadowlands has to offer! You love being minutes from NYC and the Meadowlands, NJ, centrally located in a prime location with free parking. Enjoy a perfect blend of modern style and a convenient location at Teaneck Marriott at Glenpointe. This Bergen County hotel is a short drive from American Dream and Meadowlands. If you’re heading into Manhattan, the Marriott is near the George Washington Bridge, so you can cross right into Washington Heights.
Schedule: Keep entire weekend open until Schedule arrives. Routines must perform in their category.
DANCE TEAM is open to every registered student, Free of Charge. Students will be in the Opening Number and must attend 2 Rehearsals to learn Choreography.
Friday Dance Team Rehearsals and Solo Talent.
Saturday and Sunday, Groups, Dance Team opening number!
Visit the Nationals Page for More Info on Schedule and Hotel Rate Accommodations. Read More
Studio Owners: Save your Spot. Pay the deposit online or by mail. Submit all your Routines so that your studio performance time and space are secured. You may edit your routines later, but we need the total number.
Registered Studios: Receive ongoing email info to only the Studio email address that you registered with.
Studio Schedule: Final Schedule Times are Emailed to your Studio Account 5-7 days Prior to the show.
Photo / Video: Professional services available on site.
Music: Must be Uploaded at least one month prior to the event.
Parents: We regret that we can not answer or discuss Studio Business with anyone but the Studio Owner. Thank You for your understanding, patience, and continued support. We can’t wait to see you.
Food / Beverage: Outside food is not allowed in Hotels. Visit nearby eateries or visit a hotel restaurant.
Studio Personalized Times: Emailed to the Studio Account 7 days Prior to the show.
Attendance: Only Registered Studios and registered performers, two parents
Competition Questions:
Parent Questions: Contact your Studio Director, and he/she will phone in your question.
Studio Owners /Teachers: Phone in at 8 am – 6 pm
HAVE FUN!
FINAL BALANCE for STEP UP 2 DANCE REGIONAL ENTRY FEES
Nov. 1 for JAN & FEB Comps
JAN. 1 for MAR & APR Comps
FEB. 1 for MAY & JUNE Comps
MAR. 1 for NATIONAL Comps
July 6/7, 2025
Warwick, RI
Nationals
Our Regional and Local dance competitions in your area offer affordable entry fee and Beautiful Awards for every entry.
Every Studio is recognized on Stage with Beautiful Awards
Step Up 2 Dance Competitions educate, inspire, and motivate students to strive for their personal best.
Each Student and every Studio is acknowledged on stage with beautiful custom awards.
Solos and duo/trios receive individual trophies for each Student.
Studios submitting groups, lines, production entries receive large studio team trophies for every routine, along with a gorgeous studio window sign.