Being a part of the dance competition team involves dancers participating in various styles of dances—from ballet to hip-hop—competing against other teams or soloists in a series of choreographed routines. Each performance is judged on technical skill, creativity, and presentation, making every competition a thrilling showcase of talent and hard work.
At our studio, we set ourselves apart by emphasizing not just technical skill but also the importance of fostering strong, supportive relationships among dancers in a loving, safe environment. We believe that the essence of dance goes beyond the stage, aiming to build well-rounded individuals who excel both as performers and as exceptional humans. Our goal is to create a nurturing space where dancers can thrive artistically and personally, making the experience not only fun but deeply enriching. Whether you're on stage or in the audience, you'll be captivated by the vibrant energy and heartfelt connections that define our unique approach to competition dance!
Auditions for our Coastal Competition Team for the 2025/26 season will be held at our Sophie Dance 3rd Street / Level Up Dance Academy location! Please email sdw.coastalcompetition@gmail.com if you have any questions.
If you're ready to sign up, please fill out our Google Form to register for auditions and be sure to let us know if you're coming from another studio or just moved to town! You'll find an attachment with all the details for Team next year inside.
Please note: All ages are approximate, there can be younger or older dancers in each routine.
At least 2 hours per week (If in 1 routine)
1 Team Class
1 Ballet Class
*Hop Hop Routine
1 Team Class
1 Jazz Class
At least 3 hours per week (If in 1 routine)
1 Team Class
1 Ballet Class
*Jazz Routine
+ 1 Jazz Technique Class
*Contemporary or Lyrical Routine
+ 1 Contemporary/Lyrical Technique Class
At least 4 hours per week
1 Team Class
1 Ninety Minute Ballet Class
1 Add'l Class of your choice - highly recommended but not mandatory
*Jazz Routine
+ 1 Jazz Technique Class
*Contemporary or Lyrical Routine
+ 1 Contemporary/Lyrical Technique Class
At least 3 hours per week
1 Team Class
1 Hip Hop Technique Class
1 Contemporary Lyrical Technique Class
If your dancer is interested in auditioning for our competition teams, here are some of the classes we recommend to help prepare them!
*All Ballet classes should be only Ballet, not a combination of Ballet and another style.
At least 1 Ballet Class
At least 1 Ballet Class
+ At least 1 class of your choosing from below:
Leaps & Turns
Jazz
Acro
Contemporary/Lyrical
At least 1 Ballet Class
+ At least 2 classes of your choosing from below:
Leaps & Turns
Jazz
Acro
Contemporary/Lyrical
Our '24/25 teams competed at KAR, Revolution, and Rainbow
Our '24/25 teams participated in the RADIX convention
2 Conventions, 3 Competitions, Team Meetings & Dress Rehearsal
Sophie Dance West
13050 San Vicente Boulevard #201, Los Angeles, California 90049
We use cookies to analyze website traffic and optimize your website experience. By accepting our use of cookies, your data will be aggregated with all other user data.