Audition Information
Auditions FAQ
My child is out of town for some of the audition classes. Is that ok?
We schedule audition classes to last for several days/weeks so that dancers are able to attend most of the classes scheduled. Please remind the studio of dates your child will be absent before auditions begin.
Which age group should I sign my child up for?
Ages/Grades listed for audition classes are as of September 1st.
Can tuition/fees for auditions be pro-rated if my child is not able to attend all of the classes?
Tuition & fees will not be pro-rated for auditions. It may be possible for them to take some make up classes, however. We are able to pro-rate tuition for pre-audition classes if your child cannot attend all of the classes for the pre-audition session.
Does my dancer need to receive a recommendation to audition for a competitive team?
WDC instructors will send out recommendations to dancers they believe are ready to audition for a competitive team. However, a recommendation is not required to sign up for auditions.
When is the Audition Registration Deadline?
There is no deadline to register and payment is due at the time of registration.
WDC Tap/Jazz Lines
Tiny Teams Line Information
Participation in competition dance offers dancers an opportunity to perform many times over the dance season at local competitions. Dancers will improve technique as well as stage presence by being a part of our competition teams.
Dancers new to tap/jazz competition lines would most likely be placed in one of the following groups if they are at the appropriate level. The scheduled class days are for the “regular season” of September – May and are tentative. Summer schedules will vary. Monthly payments listed are the amounts for the current season for Sept – May. Rehearsal fees for nationals (due in summer 2025) will be charged separately.
Sweeties (Ages 4-5): The WDC Sweeties is our youngest group of competitive dancers including dancers ages 4-5 that will be in preschool/kindergarten for the 2024-2025 school year! They get a taste of what the competition dance world is all about.
These youthful performers take one class a week with their Sweeties team. They perform competitive jazz and tap routines at two regional competitions and have the option to attend the national competition with our other tap/jazz lines. They also perform in our end of the year Recitals and Spring Show.
Monthly Tuition: approximately $70
Comp Fee: approximately $275 (covers two regional competitions) due February 1st. A national competition opportunity for Sweeties dancers will be decided at a later time and would be an additional cost. Some competitions may also charge a separate media fee of $25-$30 which provides photos and videos from the event.
Costume Fee: approximately $230 due November 1st. (Competition shoes/tights and makeup will need to be purchased separately)
Class time once a week (tentatively Tuesdays 4:30-5:30 pm) with optional added class times.
Cuties (Ages 5-6): The WDC Cuties is fun group of competitive dancers including dancers ages 5-6 that will be in preschool/kindergarten or possibly 1st grade for the 2024-2025 school year!
These youthful performers take one class a week with their Cuties team. They perform competitive jazz and tap routines at three regional competitions and have the option to attend the national competition with our other tap/jazz lines. They also perform in our end of the year Recitals and Spring Show.
Monthly Tuition: approximately $70
Comp Fee: approximately $410 (covers three regional competitions) due February 1st. A national competition opportunity for Cuties dancers will be decided at a later time and would be an additional cost. Some competitions may also charge a separate media fee of $25-$30 which provides photos and videos from the event.
Costume Fee: approximately $230 due November 1st. (Competition shoes/tights and makeup will need to be purchased separately)
Class time once a week (tentatively Mondays 4:30-5:30 pm) with optional added class times.
Minis (5 to 6): The Minis are an energetic, fun group that enjoy competing in tap and jazz. Minis include dancers who will be in Preschool, Kindergarten and potentially 1st grade for the 2024-2025 school year.
They take two classes a week together with their team and learn a competitive tap and jazz routine. They compete at three regional competitions and a national competition along with our other tap/jazz lines. They also perform in our end of the year Recitals and Spring Show.
Monthly Tuition: approximately $135
Comp Fee: approximately $410 (covers three regional competitions) due February 1st. National fees are additional and will be due May 2025. Some competitions may also charge a separate media fee of $25-$30 which provides photos and videos from the event.
Costume Fee: approximately $300 due November 1st. (Competition shoes/tights and makeup will need to be purchased separately)
Class times two times a week (tentatively Tuesdays 5:15-6:45 pm/Thursdays 5:30-6:30 pm). Additional/optional classes may also be offered for Minis.
Pee Wees (1st-2nd Grade): Pee Wees compete in tap and jazz and take class three times per week. Pee Wees compete in three regional competitions, one national competition and also perform in WDC recitals and WDC Spring Show.
Monthly Tuition: approximately $190
Comp Fee: approximately $540 (covers three regional competitions) due February 1st. National fees are additional and will be due May 2025. Some competitions may also charge a separate media fee of $25-$30 which provides photos and videos from the event. Pee Wees may also attend a convention such as NUVO in 2025. Convention fee is approximately $250.
Costume Fee: approximately $350 due November 1st. (Competition shoes/tights and makeup will need to be purchased separately)
Classes three times a week (tentatively Mon 4:30-6:30 pm/Thur 4:40-6:40 pm/Sat 9:15-11:00 am)
COMPETITIONS
Regional competitions are held in the spring between March and May and are located in St. Paul or Minneapolis. Competition lines who attend a national competition each summer will have a location chosen by the directors. We sometimes have the opportunity to attend a national competition in the Twin Cities or other nearby locations such as Chicago or Wisconsin Dells; however, we also travel further depending on national opportunities – examples of destinations Florida, Virginia, Ohio. Travel expenses are NOT included in competition fees.
Fundraising opportunities are available to those who choose to participate including selling wreaths and working at the Xcel through the Youth Dance and Enrichment. Membership in the YDE is required to participate in most fundraisers.
JULY Prep Classes 2024
JULY Prep Classes 2024: July 8th-18th
These classes are geared toward dancers who are interested in WDC tap/jazz competition groups.
Shoe requirements for auditions –
Age 4 – Tap shoes and either Ballet or Jazz shoes
Age 5 – Tap shoes and either Ballet or Jazz shoes
Age 6 – Tap and Ballet shoes. Jazz shoes may be worn but are not required.
*Shoes do not need to be a specific color for audition classes
Dancers should wear proper dance attire (ie. leotard, dance shorts, dance tops)
Age 4
Wednesdays, July 10th & 17th @ MAIN STUDIO
4:30-5:15 p.m. (tap/jazz)
Tuition: $30
Age 5
Mondays, July 8th & 15th @ MAIN STUDIO
4:15-5:10 p.m. (tap/jazz)
Thursdays, July 11th & 18th @ MAIN STUDIO
4:15-5:10 p.m. (tap/jazz)
Tuition: $70
Age 6
Mondays, July 8th & 15th @ MAIN STUDIO
5:15-6:45 p.m. (tap/jazz/ballet)
Thursdays, July 11th & 18th @ MAIN STUDIO
5:15-6:10 p.m. (tap/jazz)
Tuition: $95
REGISTER HERE starting May 7th – Payment due at time of registration
Tiny Team CAMP 2024
Dancers ages 4 to 6 (as of September 1st, 2024) interested in being placed in a competition group, should plan to attend Tiny Team Camp classes listed below. Placements will be announced after the completion of the camp.
Age 4
MONDAYS, July 22nd & 29th @ MAIN STUDIO
4:20-5:10 pm (tap/jazz)
THURSDAYS, July 25th & August 1st @ MAIN STUDIO
4:20-5;10 pm (tap/jazz)
TUESDAY, August 6th @ MAIN STUDIO
4:20-5:10 pm (tap/jazz)
Tuition: $70
*Shoes – Tap and either ballet or jazz shoes needed.
Age 5
MONDAYS, July 22nd & 29th @ MAIN STUDIO
5:15-6:10 pm (tap/jazz)
THURSDAYS, July 25th & August 1st @ MAIN STUDIO
5;15-6:10 pm (tap/jazz)
TUESDAY, August 6th @ MAIN STUDIO
5:15-6:10 pm (tap/jazz)
Tuition: $70
*Shoes – Tap and either ballet or jazz shoes needed.
Age 6
MONDAYS July 22nd & 29th @ MAIN STUDIO
4:15-5:10pm (jazz)
5:20-6:05pm (ballet)
THURSDAYS, July 25th & August 1st @ MAIN STUDIO
6:10-7:10pm (tap)
MONDAY, August 5th
6:15-7:00pm (ballet)
TUESDAY, August 6th
6:15-7:15pm (tap/jazz)
Tuition: $100
*Shoes – Tap and ballet shoes needed. Jazz shoes may be worn but are not required.
*Shoes do not need to be a specific color for audition classes.
Dancers should wear proper dance attire (i.e. leotard, tights, dance shorts, dance tops)
REGISTER HERE starting May 7th – Payment due at time of registration
Age 7+ Tap/Jazz Line Information
Competition line information 2024 – 2025
Participation in competition dance offers dancers an opportunity to perform many times over the dance season at local competitions. Dancers will improve technique as well as stage presence by being a part of our competition team.
Dancers ages 7 and up new to tap/jazz competition lines would most likely be placed in one of the following groups if they are at the appropriate level. The scheduled class days are for the “regular season” of September – May and are tentative. Summer schedules will vary. Monthly payments listed are the amounts for the current season for Sept – May. Rehearsal fees for nationals (due in summer 2025) will be charged separately.
Petite Performance (2nd-4th graders):
Petite Performance dancers compete in tap and jazz and take class two times per week. Petite Performance dancers compete in three regional competitions. A national competition next summer may also be offered depending on location. Petite Performance will also perform their tap and jazz routines in WDC recitals and Spring Show.
Classes two times a week (tentatively Mon 5:35-7:35 pm and Thur 4:35-5:30)
Monthly Tuition: approximately $135
Comp Fees: approximately $410 (covers 3 regional competitions) due February 1st. If they attend nationals, fees will be separate. Some competitions may also charge a separate media fee of $25-$30 which provides photos and videos from the event.
Costume Fees: approximately $250 due November 1st (Competition shoes/tights and make up will be a separate cost)
Junior Performance (4th-6th graders):
Junior Performance dancers compete in tap and jazz and take class two times per week. Junior Performance dancers compete in three regional competitions. A national competition next summer may also be offered depending on location. Junior Performance will also perform their tap and jazz routines in WDC recitals and Spring Show.
Classes two times a week (tentatively Tue 5:30-7:35 pm and Thur 7:35-8:35)
Monthly Tuition: approximately $150
Comp Fees: approximately $410 (covers 3 regional competitions) due February 1st. If they attend nationals, fees will be separate. Some competitions may also charge a separate media fee of $25-$30 which provides photos and videos from the event.
Costume Fees: approximately $250 due November 1st (Competition shoes/tights and make up will be a separate cost)
*Additional class/comp opportunities may be offered to Junior Performance dancers.
Pre-Teen Performance (6th-7th graders):
Pre-Teen Performance dancers compete in tap and jazz and take class two times per week. Pre-Teen Performance dancers compete in three regional competitions. A national competition next summer may also be offered depending on location. Junior Performance will also perform their tap and jazz routines in WDC recitals and Spring Show.
Classes two times a week (tentatively Tue 5:30-7:35 pm and Thur 7:35-8:35)
Monthly Tuition: approximately $150
Comp Fees: approximately $410 (covers 3 regional competitions) due February 1st. If they attend nationals, fees will be separate. Some competitions may also charge a separate media fee of $25-$30 which provides photos and videos from the event.
Costume Fees: approximately $250 due November 1st (Competition shoes/tights and make up will be a separate cost)
*Additional class/comp opportunities may be offered to Pre-Teen Performance dancers.
Teen Performance (7th – 9th graders):
Teen Performance dancers compete in tap, jazz and lyrical and take class three times per week. Teen Performance dancers compete in three regional competitions. A national competition next summer may also be offered depending on location. Teen Performance will also perform their tap, lyrical and jazz routines in WDC recitals and Spring Show.
Classes three times a week (tentatively Mon 7:35-8:35 pm, Thur 7:30-9:30pm and Saturday 1:00-2:45pm)
Monthly Tuition: approximately $180
Comp Fees: approximately $615 (covers 3 regional competitions) due February 1st. If they attend nationals, fees will be separate. Some competitions may also charge a separate media fee of $25-$30 which provides photos and videos from the event.
Costume Fees: approximately $375 due November 1st (Competition shoes/tights and make up will be a separate cost)
Senior Performance (9th – 12th graders):
Senior Performance dancers compete in tap, jazz and lyrical and take class three times per week. Teen Performance dancers compete in three regional competitions. A national competition next summer may also be offered depending on location. Senior Performance will also perform their tap, lyrical and jazz routines in WDC recitals and Spring Show.
Classes three times a week (tentatively Mon 6:30-9:40 pm, Thur 6:30-7:30pm and Saturday 11:40-1:45pm)
Monthly Tuition: approximately $170
Comp Fees: approximately $1000 (covers 4 regional competitions) due February 1st. If they attend nationals, fees will be separate. Some competitions may also charge a separate media fee of $25-$30 which provides photos and videos from the event. Senior Performance may also attend a convention in the fall or winter. Convention fee is approximately $350.
Costume Fees: approximately $600 due November 1st (Competition shoes/tights and make up will be a separate cost)
Petite Team (2nd – 4th graders):
Petite Team dancers compete in tap and jazz and take class three times per week. Petite Team will compete in three or four regional competitions and one national competition. Petite Team will also perform their tap and jazz routines in WDC recitals and Spring Show.
Classes three times a week (tentatively Mon 4:30-6:35 pm /Thur 6:35-7:35 pm/Saturday 11:00-12:30 pm)
Monthly Tuition: approximately $185
Comp Fees: approximately $750 (covers 3-4 regional competitions) due February 1st. National fees are separate and will be due May 2025. Some competitions may also charge a separate media fee of $25-$30 which provides photos and videos from the event.
Costume Fees: approximately $500 due November 1st (Competition shoes/tights and make up will be a separate cost)
Junior Team (4th – 6th graders):
Junior Team dancers compete in tap, jazz and lyrical and take class three times per week. Junior Team dancers compete in three or four regional competitions and one national competition. Junior Team will also perform their tap, lyrical and jazz routines in WDC recitals and Spring Show.
Classes three times a week (tentatively Mon 4:30-6:25 pm, Thur 4:20-6:25 pm/Sat 9:30-11:35 am)
Monthly Tuition: approximately $205
Comp Fees: approximately $780 (covers 4 regional competitions) due February 1st. National fees are separate and will be due May 2025. Some competitions may also charge a separate media fee of $25-$30 which provides photos and videos from the event.
Costume Fees: approximately $550 due November 1st (Competition shoes/tights and make up will be a separate cost)
Pre-Teen Team (6th – 7th graders):
Pre-Teen Team dancers compete in tap, jazz and lyrical and take class three times per week. Pre-Teen Team dancers compete in three or four regional competitions and one national competition. Pre-Teen Team will also perform in WDC recitals and Spring Show.
Classes three times a week (tentatively Mon 6:30-8:30/Thur 4:20-6:25 pm/Sat 11:40-1:45)
Monthly Tuition: approximately $205
Comp Fees: approximately $780 (covers 4 regional competitions) due February 1st. National fees are separate and will be due May 2025. Some competitions may also charge a separate media fee of $25-$30 which provides photos and videos from the event.
Costume Fees: approximately $550 due November 1st (Competition shoes/tights and make up will be a separate cost)
Teen Team (8th – 10th graders):
Teen Team dancers compete in tap, jazz and lyrical and take class three times per week. Teen Team dancers compete in three regional competitions and one national competition. Teen Team will also perform in WDC recitals and Spring Show.
Classes three times a week (tentatively Tue 7:35-9:35 pm/Thur 7:30-9:35 pm/Sat 11:40 am-1:45 pm)
Monthly Tuition: approximately $205
Comp Fees: approximately $780 (covers 4 regional competitions) due February 1st. National fees are separate and will be due May 2025. Some competitions may also charge a separate media fee of $25-$30 which provides photos and videos from the event.
Costume Fees: approximately $550 due November 1st (Competition shoes/tights and make up will be a separate cost)
Senior Team (10th – 12th graders):
Senior Team dancers compete in tap, jazz and lyrical and take class three times per week. Senior Team dancers compete in three or four regional competitions and one national competition. Senior Team will also perform in WDC recitals and Spring Show.
Classes three times a week (tentatively Mon 7:25-9:35 pm/Thur 6:20-8:30 pm/Sat 9:30-11:35 am)
Monthly Tuition: approximately $205
Comp Fees: approximately $780 (covers 3 regional competitions) due February 1st. National fees are separate and will be due May 2025. Some competitions may also charge a separate media fee of $25-$30 which provides photos and videos from the event.
Costume Fees: approximately $550 due November 1st (Competition shoes/tights and make up will be a separate cost)
COMPETITIONS
Regional competitions are held in the spring between March and May and are located in St. Paul or Minneapolis. Some competition lines (see above) are also required to attend a national competition each summer at a location chosen by the directors. We sometimes have the opportunity to attend a national competition in the Twin Cities or other nearby locations such as Chicago or Wisconsin Dells; however, we also travel further depending on national opportunities – examples of destinations Florida, Virginia, Ohio. Travel expenses are NOT included in competition fees.
Fundraising opportunities are available to those who choose to participate including selling items and working at local sporting events/concerts through the Youth Dance and Enrichment. Membership in the YDE is required to participate in most fundraisers.
Age 7+ Pre-Audition Classes
JUNE Pre-Audition Schedule — June 17th-26th
These classes are geared toward dancers who are planning to audition for a tap/jazz competition line.
Ages 7-8
MONDAYS June 17th & 24th @ MAIN STUDIO
5:00-6:00 pm (ballet/tap/jazz)
WEDNESDAYS June 19th & 26th @ MAIN STUDIO
5:45-6:45 pm (ballet/tap/jazz)
Tuition: $70
Ages 9-11
MONDAYS June 17th & 24th @ MAIN STUDIO
6:00-7:00 pm (ballet/tap/jazz)
WEDNESDAYS June 19th & 26th @ MAIN STUDIO
6:45-8:00 pm (ballet/tap/jazz)
Tuition: $70
Ages 12+
MONDAYS June 17th & 24th @ MAIN STUDIO
7:00-8:00 pm (ballet/tap/jazz)
WEDNESDAYS June 19th & 26th @ MAIN STUDIO
8:00-9:15 pm (ballet/tap/jazz)
Tuition: $70
JULY Pre-Audition Schedule: July 8th-18th
This class is geared toward dancers who are planning to audition for a tap/jazz competition line.
Ages 7-8
TUESDAYS July 9th & 16th @ MAIN STUDIO
4:30-6:15 pm (ballet/tap/jazz)
THURSDAYS July 11th & 18th @ MAIN STUDIO
6:15-7:15 pm (tap/jazz)
Tuition: $85
Ages 9-11
TUESDAYS July 9th & 16th @ MAIN STUDIO
6:15-8:15 pm (ballet/tap/jazz)
THURSDAYS July 11th & 18th @ MAIN STUDIO
7:15-8:15 pm (tap/jazz)
Tuition: $95
Age 12+ Class Schedule
MONDAYS July 8th & 15th @ MAIN STUDIO
7:15-9:30 pm (ballet/tap/jazz)
THURSDAYS July 11th & 18th @ MAIN STUDIO
8:15-9:30 pm (tap/jazz)
Tuition: $110
REGISTER HERE starting May 7th – Payment due at time of registration
Age 7+ Tap/Jazz Audition Schedule
Dancers wishing to audition for a tap/jazz competition line should sign up for the audition classes below. Audition class session cannot be pro-rated.
Ages 7-8
MONDAYS July 22nd & 29th @ MAIN STUDIO
6:15-8:15 (ballet/tap/jazz)
THURSDAYS, July 25th & August 1st @ MAIN STUDIO
7:10-8:10 (tap/jazz)
MONDAY, August 5th @ MAIN STUDIO
4:15-6:05 (tap/jazz/ballet)
WEDNESDAY, August 7th @ MAIN STUDIO
6:30-7:30pm (final audition)
Tuition: $130
*Shoes: Tap and Ballet shoes required. Jazz shoes may be worn but are not required.
Ages 9-10
MONDAYS, July 22nd & 29th & August 5th @ MAIN STUDIO
6:10-7:10pm (ballet)
TUESDAYS ,July 23rd & 30th @ MAIN STUDIO
5:45-8:05pm (jazz/lyrical/tap)
THURSDAYS, July 25th & August 1st @ MAIN STUDIO
6:00-7:00 (jazz/lyrical)
TUESDAY, August 6th @ MAIN STUDIO
6:00-8:15pm (jazz/lyrical/tap)
WEDNESDAY, August 7th @ MAIN STUDIO
4:30-6:15 (final audition)
Tuition: $170
*Shoes: Tap, Ballet and Jazz shoes required.
Ages 11-12
MONDAYS, July 22nd & 29th & August 5th @ MAIN STUDIO
5:10-6:10 (ballet)
TUESDAYS, July 23rd & 30th @ MAIN STUDIO
4:30-7:00 (jazz/lyrical/tap)
THURSDAYS, July 25th & August 1st @ MAIN STUDIO
5:00-6:00 (jazz/lyrical)
TUESDAY, August 6th @ MAIN STUDIO
7:00-9:15pm (jazz/lyrical/tap)
WEDNESDAY August 7th @ MAIN STUDIO
4:30-6:15pm (final audition)
Tuition: $195
*Shoes: Tap, Ballet and Jazz shoes required.
Ages 13-14
TUESDAYS, July 23rd & 30th @ MAIN STUDIO
8:15-9:30 (jazz/lyrical)
WEDNESDAYS, July 24th & 31st @ MAIN STUDIO
7:15-9:20pm (ballet/tap)
THURSDAYS, July 25th & August 1st @ MAIN STUDIO
8:15-9:30 (jazz/lyrical)
MONDAY, August 5th @ MAIN STUDIO
7:15-9:20pm (ballet/tap)
TUESDAY, August 6th @ MAIN STUDIO
8:00-9:30pm (jazz/lyrical)
WEDNSDAY August 7th @ MAIN STUDIO
7:45-9:30 (final audition)
Tuition: $195
*Shoes: Tap, Ballet and Jazz shoes required.
Ages 15+
TUESDAYS July 23rd & 20th @ MAIN STUDIO
7:00-8:15pm (jazz/lyrical)
WEDNESDAYS, July 24th & 31st @ MAIN STUDIO
7:15-9:20pm (tap/ballet)
THURSDAYS, July 25th & August 1st @ MAIN STUDIO
7:00-8:15 (jazz/lyrical)
MONDAY, August 5th @ MAIN STUDIO
7:15-9:20pm (tap/ballet)
TUESDAY, August 6th @ MAIN STUDIO
8:00-9:30pm (jazz/lyrical)
WEDNESDAY August 7th @ MAIN STUDIO
7:45-9:30 (final audition)
Tuition: $195
*Shoes: Tap, Ballet and Jazz shoes required.
*Shoes do not need to be a specific color for audition classes.
Dancewear
Ages 7-10 – black leotard & pink tights. Black dance shorts may be worn over leotard for tap/jazz classes.
Ages 11+ – black leotard & pink tights for ballet classes, black fitted dancewear may be worn for tap/jazz/lyrical classes (leotards, dance shorts, leggings, fitted tops)
REGISTER HERE starting May 7th – Payment due at time of registration
WDC Pom Teams
Pom Team Information
Pom Team information 2024 – 2025
Come be a part of one of our AWESOME Pom Teams at WDC! Each Pom Team will learn a fun, energetic, upbeat dance that they will perform at local dance competitions. Pom dance is an exciting combination of cheer and jazz moves that is all about pumping up the crowd. This is often a great option for those looking to start in the competition world or those who participate in many other activities/sports. Join our award-winning, show-stopping Pom Teams!
Pom Pre-Auditions – August 6th-15th for dancers entering Kindergarten – 12th grade*
*These classes are great for those who are auditioning for a Pom Team for the first time and also for those who have been in Pom before but want to take some extra summer classes
Pom Auditions – August 20th-28th for dancers entering Kindergarten – 12th grade
Tuition & Fees
Monthly Tuition (September – May): approx. $110/month and includes tuition for rec & pom class
(In addition to the pom class, dancers who have been in Pom fewer than 5 years must also be registered in the fall for a combination (tap/jazz) class appropriate for their age and level or a lyrical class for 2nd grade & up unless they are already part of a tap/jazz competition group.)
Costume Fees: Due November 1st
Mini/Petite/r Pom: approx. $110
Pre-Teen/Teen/Sr Pom: approx. $135
Costume for recreational tap/jazz class charged separately. Competition shoes, tights and make up will need to be purchased separately.
Competition Fees – Approximately $205 Due February 1st (covers 3 regional competitions). Some competitions may also charge a separate media fee of $25-$30 which provides photos and videos from the event.
Competitions
Pom Teams compete at three regional competitions each year. These competitions are held in the spring between March and May and are located in St. Paul or Minneapolis. Pom Teams may also attend have the opportunity to attend a summer dance event such as a national competition or other performance event. Rehearsal fees for the summer event(s) will need to be paid separately in June.
Pom Teams also perform in two of the WDC June recitals. Senior Pom will also perform in our annual Spring Show which includes tap/jazz lines as well as Senior comp groups
Fundraising opportunities are available to those who choose to participate including selling items, working at local sporting events/concerts and selling concessions at our recitals. Membership in the Youth Dance and Enrichment is required for many of the fundraising opportunities.
CLASS TIMES Fall 2024 – Spring 2025 (tentative)
Mini Pom Team (approx. Kinder – 1st grade) Fridays 4:30 – 5:15 pm
Petite Pom Team (approx. 2nd grade) Fridays 7:15 – 8:05 pm
Jr Pom Team (approx. 3rd-4th grade) Fridays 5:15 – 6:10 pm
Pre-Teen Pom Team (approx. 5th-6th grade) Fridays 6:15 – 7:10 pm
Teen Pom Team (7th – 9th grade) Tuesdays 7:25 – 8:20 pm
Sr Pom Team (9th – 12th grade) Tuesdays 8:20 – 9:15 pm
Pom Pre-Auditions
Pom Pre-Auditions: August 6th-15th, 2024
This is a great class for those who are not currently on a Pom Team and also for those who are but would like to take some extra classes prior to auditions later in August.
Kindergarten – 2nd Graders
TUESDAYS August 6th & 13th 4:30 – 5:15 pm @ MAIN STUDIO
WEDNESDAYS August 7th & 14th 4:30 – 5:15 pm @ MAIN STUDIO
Tuition: $60
3rd & 4th Graders
TUESDAYS August 6th & 13th 5:15 – 6:00 pm @ MAIN STUDIO
WEDNESDAYS August 7th & 14th 5:15 – 6:00 pm @ MAIN STUDIO
Tuition: $60
5th & 6th Graders
TUESDAYS August 6th & 13th 6:00 – 6:45 pm @ MAIN STUDIO
WEDNESDAYS August 7th & 14th 6:00 – 6:45 pm @ MAIN STUDIO
Tuition: $60
7th-12th Graders
TUESDAYS August 6th & 13th 6:45 – 7:30 pm @ MAIN STUDIO
WEDNESDAYS August 7th & 14th 6:45 – 7:30 pm @ MAIN STUDIO
Tuition: $60
REGISTER HERE May 7th – Payment due at time of registration
Pom Auditions
Pom Team Auditions: August 20th-28th, 2024
Dancers in Kindergarten through 12th grade for 2024 – 2025 who are interested in being on a Pom competition group must attend the classes listed below from August 20th-28th. Dancers will be observed by the instructors during all of these classes.
Kindergarten & 1st Graders
TUESDAYS August 20th & 27th 4:15 – 5:00 pm @ MAIN STUDIO
WEDNESDAYS August 21st & 28th 4:15 – 5:00 pm @ MAIN STUDIO
Audition Fee: $70
2nd Graders
TUESDAYS August 20th & 27th 5:00 – 5:45 pm @ MAIN STUDIO
WEDNESDAYS August 21st & 28th 5:00 – 5:45 pm @ MAIN STUDIO
Audition Fee: $70
3rd & 4th Graders
TUESDAYS August 20th & 27th 5:45 – 6:30 pm @ MAIN STUDIO
WEDNESDAYS August 21st & 28th 5:45 – 6:30 pm @ MAIN STUDIO
Audition Fee: $70
5th & 6th Graders
TUESDAYS August 20th & 27th 6:30-7:15 p.m. @ MAIN STUDIO
WEDNESDAYS August 21st & 28th 6:30-7:15 pm @ MAIN STUDIO
Audition Fee: $70
7th & 8th Graders
TUESDAYS August 20th & 27th 7:15-8:00 pm @ MAIN STUDIO
WEDNESDAYS August 21st & 28th 7:15-8:00 pm @ MAIN STUDIO
Audition Fee: $70
9th-12th Graders
TUESDAYS August 20th & 27th 8:00-8:45 pm @ MAIN STUDIO
WEDNESDAYS August 21st & 28th 8:00-8:45 pm @ MAIN STUDIO
Audition Fee: $70
Dancers are required to wear form-fitted athletic/dance wear (leggings, dance shorts, fitted tanks). No baggy tops or bottoms. Hair must be pulled back into a bun or ponytail for the audition classes. Jazz or ballet shoes needed.
For information on costs and time commitments for the Pom Teams, please be sure to read through the Pom Team Information listed above. Please let us know if you have any questions.
REGISTER HERE May 7th – Payment due at time of registration
WDC Hip Hop Krews
Hip Hop Krew Information
Our award-winning competitive Hip Hop Krews will compete at three regional competitions in the Twin Cities spring 2025. Petite, Junior and Teen Krew will also perform in WDC recitals. Senior Krew will perform in WDC recitals and Spring Show. Dancers rehearse once a week to perfect their competition routine and work hard on technique, style & performance. Regular attendance is mandatory for our competitive groups.
The competitive Hip Hop Krews will have class starting in September on Wednesday nights. The tentative schedule for the 2024-2025 season is listed below.
Regular Season Schedule (beginning September 2024)
Petite Krew (approx. ages 7 to 9) Wednesdays 5:50 – 6:40 pm
Jr Krew (approx. ages 9 to 11) Wednesdays 6:40 – 7:30 pm
Teen Krew (approx. ages 11 to 13) Wednesdays 7:30 – 8:30 pm
Sr Krew (approx. ages 13 and up) Thursdays 8:35 – 9:35 pm (UPDATED)
Tuition & Fees
Monthly tuition fee (September – May): approx. $62 for Petite/Jr Krew and $70 for Teen/Sr Krew.
Costume Fees: due October 1st – Approximately $100 for Petite/Jr Krews and $125 for Teen/Sr Krews (competition shoes and make up are a separate fee).
Competition Fees: due February 1st – $205 (covers 3 regional competitions). Some competitions may also charge a separate media fee of $25-$30 which provides photos and videos from the event.
Fundraising opportunities are available to those who choose to participate including selling items and working at local sporting events/concerts through the Youth Dance and Enrichment. Membership in the YDE is required to participate in most fundraisers.
Hip Hop Krew Pre-Audition Classes
WDC HIP HOP KREW PRE-AUDITIONS 2024
This is a great class for those who are not currently in Krew and also for those who are but would like to take extra classes prior to auditioning for Krew in August.
Wednesdays, July 10th & 17th @ MAIN STUDIO
6:45-7:30 p.m. 2nd-4th Graders
7:30-8:15 p.m. 5th-6th Graders
8:15-9:15 p.m. 7th-12th Graders
Wednesdays, July 24th & 31st @ MAIN STUDIO
4:30-5:15 p.m. 2nd-4th Graders
5:15-6:00 p.m. 5th-6th Graders
6:00-7:00 p.m. 7th-12th Graders
TUITION: $30 for two classes (July 10th/17th OR 24th/31st), $60 for all 4 classes
Hip Hop Krew Auditions
WDC Hip Hop Krew Auditions
Come be a part of out EXCITING Hip Hop Krews at WDC! Our Hip Hop Krew dancers will learn a fun, upbeat, energetic routine that they will perform at local competitions spring 2025.
Dancers ages 7 and older who would like to audition must take the following classes from August 20th-28th. These classes/auditions are for dancers who are not currently in a Hip Hop Krew as well as those that who are currently in a Hip Hop Krew. If you have a conflict with any or all of these dates, please contact the studio.
HiP HOP KREW AUDITIONS
TUESDAYS/WEDNESDAYS August 20th, 21st, 27th & 28th @ MAIN STUDIO
2nd-4th Graders 6:30 – 7:15 pm
5th & 6th Graders 7:15 – 8:00 pm
7th & 8th Graders 8:00 – 8:45 pm
9th-12th Graders 8:45 – 9:30 pm
Audition fee/August Class Tuition: $70
REGISTER HERE starting May 7th – Payment due at time of registration