At GOTTA DANCE we take pride in offering Competitive Programs where dancers excel both technically and personally. Within our Starlight, Full Time, Part Time, and Hip Hop Programs we foster an inclusive learning environment for various dance levels through multiple team placement options.
Our competitive dancers are taught by professional educators and choreographers who inspire attention to technique, self-expression and confidence. We nurture well rounded dancers who not only excel in their dance technique but also embody a positive and supportive attitude towards themselves and their team. We prepare dancers for the world of dance and beyond!
2026 Audition Dates: June 16 + June 20
FULL TIME
(Junior, Intermediate, & Senior Teams - ages 8-17)
Our Full-Time Competitive Program is designed to develop motivated and team oriented dancers. In addition to building strength and body awareness through conditioning classes, this program offers intensive and high level training in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Contemporary, Hip Hop and Acro. GDI teachers emphasize the importance of technique and precision while encouraging each dancer to foster their unique creative identity.
Time Commitment:
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3 + weeknights
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10 hours per week
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Hours vary across age groups
STAR LIGHT
(Novice & Junior - ages 5-9)
Designed for little movers that want to embark on the competitive dance adventure! Under the compassionate and encouraging leadership of our KinderDance teachers, this program offers an opportunity for young dancers to grow their training in Ballet, Jazz, and Tap.
Time Commitment:
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1-2 days per week
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1.75+ hours per week
*Option to add Recreational classes, such as Hip Hop and Acro
PART TIME
(Junior, Intermediate, & Senior Teams - ages 8-17)
Our Part-Time Competitive Program is designed to mirror the training and intentions of our Full-Time Program with a moderate time commitment. This program offers intensive training in Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Hip Hop and Acro. Teachers emphasize the importance of technique and precision while encouraging each dancer to foster their unique creative identity.
Time Commitment:
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2+ weeknights
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5 - 6.5 hours per week
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*Option to add Tap as an elective
HIP HOP
(Junior, Intermediate, & Senior Teams - ages 8-17)
Our Hip Hop program is a part-time program designed for dancers who are passionate about Hip Hop and want to immerse themselves in the culture. Dancers in this program develop a strong foundation and agility in diverse street dance styles including Breaking, Locking, and Commercial Choreography. Students of our Hip Hop Program have gone on to work as professional dancers and teach Hip Hop in studios across the city!
Time Commitment:
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1-2 days per week
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2-5 hours per week
BOYS HIP HOP
We recognize that it can feel intimidating for boys to train at a predominantly female attended studio. Led by top professionals in their field, this program fosters a sense of freedom, comradery, and support for boys as they explore diverse street dances. This unique program has been running at Gotta Dance for 15 years!
Time Commitment:
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1-2 weeknights
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2-5 hours per week
(Junior, Intermediate, & Senior Teams - ages 8-17)
AUDITIONS
Tuesday, June 16
Ages 5-8: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ages 9-12: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ages 13+: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Saturday, June 20:
Ages 5-8: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ages 9-12: 1:15pm - 2:15pm
Ages 13+: 2:30pm - 3:45pm