2022-2023
COMPETITION DATES
Next Update July 1
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2022 will feature all our usual locations /dates
Arizona, Florida, New Jersey, New York, New England
Jan / Feb
| January 14/15, 2023 | Florida |
1 Day only Competition and Convention!
OPTIONAL SATURDAY 4-HOUR DANCE CONVENTION MASTER CLASS on Saturday CONTEMP HIP HOP LYRICAL JAZZ IMPROV
Visit our Convention page. Registration is by email (not online) carol@stepup2dance.com
Sunday Competition
Competition Location: Miramar Cultural Center | 2400 Civic Center Place, Miramar, Florida 33025
Competition Location: Miramar Cultural Center | 2400 Civic Center Place, Miramar, Florida 33025
Information: This venue will offer a concession stand, coffee/pastries & lunch. No outside food is allowed in.
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in the age/genre/ability.
Studio Owners: Register all Routines before Jan. 1 with a 20% deposit so we can block and lock in your entries.
Registered Studios: Receive 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.
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.
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. The entire studio faces expulsion from the venue and competition, with entry fees forfeited.
| February 4/5, 2023 | Arizona (Gilbert) |
Competition Location: Higley Center for the Performing Arts | 4132 E Pecos Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85295
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in the age/genre/ability.
Studio Owners: Register all Routines before Jan. 1 with a 20% deposit so we can block and lock in your entries.
Registered Studios: Receive 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.
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.
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. The entire studio faces expulsion from the venue and competition, with entry fees forfeited.
| February 26, 2023 | New York (Queens) |
Competition Location | Christ the King High School Queens, NY | 68-02 Metropolitan Ave, Middle Village, NY 11379
Host Hotel: Discount Early Bird Overnight Rooms: $125 + tax! | Reserve Today 800 233-1234 Central Reservations. Mention Step Up 2 Dance | Fun Pool & Fitness Center, Relaxing Lobby Bar for Parents, Convenient onsite, Restaurant, Starbucks.
Hotel Block: Book under STEP UP 2 DANCE at least 45 days before the event for a discount room.
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in the age/genre/ability.
Studio Owners: Register all Routines before Jan. 1 with a 20% deposit so we can block and lock in your entries.
Registered Studios: Receive 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.
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.
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. The entire studio faces expulsion from the venue and competition, with entry fees forfeited.
March |
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| March 4/5, 2022 | Connecticut (Southbury) |
Competition Location: Wyndham Hotel, Strongtown Rd, Southbury, CT 06488
Host Hotel: Discount Early Bird Overnight Rooms: Call today for the best overnight rate. (203) 653-8179
Hotel Block: Book under STEP UP 2 DANCE at least 45 days before the event for a discount room.
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in the age/genre/ability.
Studio Owners: Register all Routines before Jan. 1 with a 20% deposit so we can block and lock in your entries.
Registered Studios: Receive 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.
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.
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. The entire studio faces expulsion from the venue and competition, with entry fees forfeited.
| March 13, 2022 | New Jersey (Teaneck) |
Competition Location: Marriott Hotel, 100 Frank W Burr Blvd, Teaneck, NJ Book your group rate for Step Up 2 Dance on March
Location: 100 College Rd E, Princeton, NJ 08540
Host Hotel: For an overnight room, Book early under STEP UP 2 DANCE for the best discount
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in the age/genre/ability.
Studio Owners: Register all Routines before Jan. 1 with a 20% deposit so we can block and lock in your entries.
Registered Studios: Receive 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.
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.
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. The entire studio faces expulsion from the venue and competition, with entry fees forfeited.
| March 19/20, 2022 | Massachusetts (Melrose) |
Optional: CONVENTION MASTER CLASS depending upon the city and request of the studios, we will add: *Contemporary * Jazz Funk * Hip Hip * Lyrical or Tap * Acro or individual clean/critique/coach.
Visit our Convention page
Registration is by email (not online) carol@stepup2dance.com
Visit our Convention page
Registration is by email (not online) carol@stepup2dance.com
Location: Melrose Middle School 350 Lynn Fells Pkwy, Melrose, MA 02176
Host Hotel: For an overnight room Book early under STEP UP 2 DANCE for the best discount
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in the age/genre/ability.
Studio Owners: Register all Routines before Jan. 1 with a 20% deposit so we can block and lock in your entries.
Registered Studios: Receive 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.
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.
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. The entire studio faces expulsion from the venue and competition, with entry fees forfeited.
| March 25-27, 2022 | New York (Long Island) |
Competition Location | Long Island: Hyatt Regency Long Island at Wind Watch Golf Club Hauppauge, NY | 1717 Motor Parkway, Hauppauge, NY 11788
Host Hotel: Discount Early Bird Overnight Rooms: $169 | Reserve Today 800 233-1234 Central Reservations. Mention Step Up 2 Dance | Fun Pool & Fitness Center, Relaxing Lobby Bar for Parents, Convenient on-site, Restaurant, Starbucks.
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in the age/genre/ability.
Studio Owners: Register all Routines before Jan. 1 with a 20% deposit so we can block and lock in your entries.
Registered Studios: Receive 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.
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.
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. The entire studio faces expulsion from the venue and competition, with entry fees forfeited.
| March 26/27, 2022 | Massachusetts (Danvers) |
Optional: CONVENTION MASTER CLASS depending upon the city and request of the studios, we will add: *Contemporary * Jazz Funk * Hip Hip * Lyrical or Tap * Acro or individual clean/critique/coach.
Visit our Convention page
Registration is by email (not online) carol@stepup2dance.com
Visit our Convention page
Registration is by email (not online) carol@stepup2dance.com
Location: Doubletree Hotel by Hilton 50 Ferncroft Road Danvers, MA 01923
Host Hotel: For an overnight room, Book early under STEP UP 2 DANCE for the best discount
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in the age/genre/ability.
Studio Owners: Register all Routines before Jan. 1 with a 20% deposit so we can block and lock in your entries.
Registered Studios: Receive 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.
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.
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. The entire studio faces expulsion from the venue and competition, with entry fees forfeited.
April
| April 2/3, 2022 | New York (Upstate Saratoga Albany Area) |
Location: Saratoga Hilton Hotel | 534 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in the age/genre/ability.
Studio Owners: Register all Routines before Jan. 1 with a 20% deposit so we can block and lock in your entries.
Registered Studios: Receive 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.
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.
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. The entire studio faces expulsion from the venue and competition, with entry fees forfeited.
| April 2/3, 2022 | Rhode Island (Providence) |
Competition Location: Crowne Plaza Hotel, 801 Greenwich Avenue, Warwick, R.I.
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in the age/genre/ability.
Studio Owners: Register all Routines before Jan. 1 with a 20% deposit so we can block and lock in your entries.
Registered Studios: Receive 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.
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.
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. The entire studio faces expulsion from the venue and competition, with entry fees forfeited.
| April 9/10, 2022 | New Jersey (Millstone) |
Competition Location: Millstone Performing Arts Center | 5 Dawson Court, Millstone Township, NJ 08535 | GPS address - use 37 Baird Road as 5 Dawson Court does not come up in many GPS
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in the age/genre/ability.
Studio Owners: Register all Routines before Jan. 1 with a 20% deposit so we can block and lock in your entries.
Registered Studios: Receive 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.
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.
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. The entire studio faces expulsion from the venue and competition, with entry fees forfeited.
| April 9/10, 2022 | Massachusetts (Springfield) |
Competition Location: Pope Francis Preparatory School, 99 Wendover Road, Springfield, MA 01118
Host Hotel: Plenty to choose from in the area for this central location.
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. Routines perform in the age/genre/ability.
Studio Owners: Register all Routines before Jan. 1 with a 20% deposit so we can block and lock in your entries.
Registered Studios: Receive 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.
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.
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. The entire studio faces expulsion from the venue and competition, with entry fees forfeited.
| April 16, 2022 | New Jersey (E. Rutherford) |
EASTER SATURDAY This is a 1 Day Only Dance Competition. Saturday ONLY.
Competition Location: Henry P. Becton Regional High School 120 Paterson Ave, East Rutherford, NJ
Host Hotel: Fairfield Inn Meadowlands, 850 Paterson Plank Rd. East Rutherford, NJ 07073 | Phone: 201 507-5222
Hotel Block: Book under STEP UP 2 DANCE at least 45 days before the event for a discount room.
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in the age/genre/ability.
Studio Owners: Register all Routines before Jan. 1 with a 20% deposit so we can block and lock in your entries.
Registered Studios: Receive 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.
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.
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. The entire studio faces expulsion from the venue and competition, with entry fees forfeited.
| April 23/24, 2022 | Maine (Westbrook) |
Location: The Westbrook Performing Arts Center at Westbrook Middle School | 471 Stroudwater St. Westbrook, ME 04092
Host Hotel: There are plenty of hotel selections in the area, close to the mall. If you need more than 10 overnight rooms, call our office for assistance.
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. Routines perform in the age/genre/ability.
Studio Owners: Register all Routines before Jan. 1 with a 20% deposit so we can block and lock in your entries.
Registered Studios: Receive 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.
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.
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. The entire studio faces expulsion from the venue and competition, with entry fees forfeited.
May
| April 30 / May 1, 2022 | NH (Lakes Region) |
Location: Kingswood High School 396 S Main St, Wolfeboro, NH
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in the age/genre/ability.
Studio Owners: Register all Routines before Jan. 1 with a 20% deposit so we can block and lock in your entries.
Registered Studios: Receive 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.
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.
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. The entire studio faces expulsion from the venue and competition with entry fees forfeited.
| April 30/ May 1, 2022 | NY (UTICA) |
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.
Click here! Book your group rate for Step Up 2 Dance 2022
Book your lowest price overnight room for this Fabulous Event Now before the rate goes up.
Click here! Book your group rate for Step Up 2 Dance 2022
Location: The Stanley Theatre, 261 Genesee St, Utica, NY 13501
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in the age/genre/ability.
Studio Owners: Register all Routines before Jan. 1 with a 20% deposit so we can block and lock in your entries.
Registered Studios: Receive 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.
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.
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. The entire studio faces expulsion from the venue and competition, with entry fees forfeited.
| May 7, 2022 | New Jersey (Millstone) |
Competition Location: Millstone Performing Arts Center | 5 Dawson Court, Millstone Township, NJ 08535
Schedule: 1 Day Only.
Host Hotels: For an overnight room, Book early under STEP UP 2 DANCE for the best discount. They are located adjacent to the Meadowlands, WaterPark, minutes to Manhattan. Rooms sell out early! Enjoy all the Meadowlands has to offer! You love being minutes from NYC, centrally located in a prime location, free parking.
Studio Owners: Register all Routines before Jan. 1 with a 20% deposit so we can block and lock in your entries.
Registered Studios: Receive 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.
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.
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. The entire studio faces expulsion from the venue and competition, with entry fees forfeited.
| May 7, 2022 | Massachusetts (Andover) |
Competition Location: Andover High School, J. Everett Collins Center for the Performing Arts Center 100, Shawsheen Rd, Andover, MA 01810
Host Hotels: Call Office for Best Hotel discounts
Hotel Block: Book under STEP UP 2 DANCE at least 45 days before the event for a discount room.
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in the age/genre/ability.
Studio Owners: Register all Routines before Jan. 1 with a 20% deposit so we can block and lock in your entries.
Registered Studios: Receive 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.
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.
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. The entire studio faces expulsion from the venue and competition, with entry fees forfeited.
| May 14/15, 2022 | New Jersey (Secaucus) |
Location: Secaucus High School | Address:1 Millridge Rd, Secaucus, NJ 07094 | Phone: (201) 836-0600
Host Hotel: For an overnight room, Book early under STEP UP 2 DANCE for the best discount. It is located adjacent to the Meadowlands, WaterPark, minutes to Manhattan. Rooms sell out early!
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in the age/genre/ability.
Studio Owners: Register all Routines before Jan. 1 with a 20% deposit so we can block and lock in your entries.
Registered Studios: Receive 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.
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.
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. The entire studio faces expulsion from the venue and competition, with entry fees forfeited.
Location: Secaucus High School | Address: 11 Millridge Rd, Secaucus, NJ 07094 | Phone: (201) 836-0600
| May 21/22, 2022 | Massachusetts (Melrose) |
Competition Location: Melrose Middle School 350 Lynn Fells Pkwy, Melrose, MA 02176
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in the age/genre/ability.
Studio Owners: Register all Routines before Jan. 1 with a 20% deposit so we can block and lock in your entries.
Registered Studios: Receive 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.
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.
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. The entire studio faces expulsion from the venue and competition, with entry fees forfeited.
| May 28/29, 2022 | Massachusetts (Melrose) |
Competition Location: Melrose Middle School 350 Lynn Fells Pkwy, Melrose, MA 02176
Schedule: Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in the age/genre/ability.
Studio Owners: Register all Routines before Jan. 1 with a 20% deposit so we can block and lock in your entries.
Registered Studios: Receive 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.
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.
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. The entire studio faces expulsion from the venue and competition, with entry fees forfeited.
July
| July 8/10, 2022 | Nationals | New England |
Host Hotel info: Marriott Hotel, Peabody, MA
Book directly with Peabody Marriott
Sister Property: Marriott Springhill Suites, 6 minutes away, $184. Double Beds with complimentary breakfast.
Book directly with Marriott Springhill Suites
Competition Location: Marriott Hotel, 8a Centennial Drive, Peabody, MA
Tentative Times:
Friday, July 8: 8:00 am Ages 3-4 5-6 7-8 [Performance & Awards]
Friday, July 8: 12 noon Ages 13-14, 17-18, 19+ [Performance & Awards]
Saturday, July 9: 8am Ages 9-10 & 11-12 [Performance & Awards]
Sunday, July 10: Convention Master Class
CONTEMP ~ JAZZ ~ HIP HOP ~ TAP ~ IMPROV
Friday, July 8: 8:00 am Ages 3-4 5-6 7-8 [Performance & Awards]
Friday, July 8: 12 noon Ages 13-14, 17-18, 19+ [Performance & Awards]
Saturday, July 9: 8am Ages 9-10 & 11-12 [Performance & Awards]
Sunday, July 10: Convention Master Class
CONTEMP ~ JAZZ ~ HIP HOP ~ TAP ~ IMPROV
Studio Owners: Call Carol direct for info on hotel rooms and schedules.
Registered Studios: Receive 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.
Professional: Photo / Video / Live stream Services will be available
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.
Live Stream: Professional Live Stream Services are provided on-site.
For Nationals, we will be on Twitch TV or Vimeo.com Search for STEP UP 2 DANCE.
TV Close Up: Onsite Live Stream TV is adjacent to the Performance Ballroom for your enjoyment.
Photo/Videos: You may take your own Photos / Videos as long as it is not distracting to Dance Students and Judges.
Attendance: Only Registered Studios and registered performers, 2 parents
Facemask Guests: at your discretion.
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
Parent Questions: Contact your Studio Director, and he/she will phone in your question.
Studio Owners /Teachers: Phone in at 8 am – 6 pm
Social Media / Text: We do not answer questions regarding fees, schedule, or adjudication points on social media. Teachers, call or email in.
HAVE FUN!
| July 15-17, 2022 | Nationals | New Jersey / New York / All States |
Location: Marriott Hotel at Glenpointe, 100 Frank W Burr Blvd, Teaneck, NJ
Host Hotel: Book your group rate for Step Up 2 Dance
Add'l Hotel: If rooms are sold out join us next door at their sister property located in the same parking lot! Hampton Inn and Suites. Book Hilton.com
Host Hotel: Book your group rate for Step Up 2 Dance
Add'l Hotel: If rooms are sold out join us next door at their sister property located in the same parking lot! Hampton Inn and Suites. Book Hilton.com
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: This is an Open Schedule, not blocked. Keep your entire weekend open. Routines perform in their age/genre/ability and must perform at their designated time day.
Studio Owners: Your spot must be secured with a 20% deposit so we can block and lock in your entries.
Registered Studios: Receive 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.
Professional: Photo / Video / Live stream are offered on-site.
Music: 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.
Attendance: Only Registered Studios and registered performers, 2 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
Parent Questions: Contact your Studio Director and he/she will phone in your question.
Studio Owners /Teachers: Phone in at 8 am – 6 pm
Social Media / Text: We do not answer questions regarding fees, schedule, or adjudication points on social media. Teachers, call or email in.
HAVE FUN!
