May 20th, 2022 at 1:11pm
Click for larger versionThe tryouts for the Gio Dance World Studio teams were originally scheduled for tomorrow (May 21, 2022). Unfortunately, the studio director Gio has tested positive for COVID. So, she is going to hold tryouts virtually! Auditions for Pre-Teen through Youth will be done by video submission. Please register virtually at the form here and submit your tryout video of Waltz or Foxtrot and Cha Cha to giodanceworld@gmail.com. Auditions may be submitted until May 28th. Please see further information below:
KIDS BALLROOM AUDITIONS 2022-2023
We have a wonderful Kids program with fantastic support for parents as well and great professionals coming to work with us for technique and choreography this coming year. Due to unfortunate circumstances, our AUDITIONS WILL BE VIRTUAL AT THIS TIME.
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May 5th, 2022 at 10:41pm
Click for event flyerPlease see the information below about the West Coast AAU Junior Olympic Games June 9 – 15, 2022 at Payson High School. Registration April 1 – Deadline May 9. Closing May 15.
- WEST COAST AAU JUNIOR OLYMPIC GAMES- DANCE
- Payson High School
- Payson, Utah
- June 9-15, 2022
AGES
- Mini
- PreTeen
- Junior
- Youth
- Under 21
DANCE CATEGORIES
- Solo
- Groups
- Showdance
- Formation
- Team Dance
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April 20th, 2022 at 10:53am
Below is information about several upcoming auditions. Additional information and/or links are provided where available. For more information, contact each program. Click the name to jump to that info:
Provo High
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April 15th, 2022 at 9:07am
The location previously posted for the Extreme DanceSport Invitational, held today and tomorrow (April 15 & 16, 2022), was incorrect. The competition will be at Madison JUNIOR High School in Rexburg, ID (not Madison High School) We apologize for the mistake! The correct address is:
Here is the Final schedule for the competition:
2022 Extreme DanceSport Invitational Finale Schedule
Dancers should be prepared to dance at least 20 minutes before their scheduled time. Please note that there will be two dance floors for some of the Friday sessions. There is a Main Gym and an Auxiliary Gym. Using this format will allow us to have the maximum feasible events on Friday in order to accommodate those wishing to leave by Saturday afternoon. The Main Gym only will be used on Saturday.
April 12th, 2022 at 11:11pm
NOTE: The location previously posted for the Extreme DanceSport Invitational, held today and tomorrow (April 15 & 16, 2022), was incorrect. The competition will be at Madison JUNIOR High School in Rexburg, ID (not Madison High School) We apologize for the mistake! The correct address is:
The final schedule for the Extreme DanceSport Invitational is now available:
2022 Extreme DanceSport Invitational Finale Schedule
Dancers should be prepared to dance at least 20 minutes before their scheduled time. Please note that there will be two dance floors for some of the Friday sessions. There is a Main Gym and an Auxiliary Gym. Using this format will allow us to have the maximum feasible events on Friday in order to accommodate those wishing to leave by Saturday afternoon. The Main Gym only will be used on Saturday.
March 28th, 2022 at 1:52pm
The location previously posted for the Extreme DanceSport Invitational, held today and tomorrow (April 15 & 16, 2022), was incorrect. The competition will be at Madison JUNIOR High School in Rexburg, ID (not Madison High School) We apologize for the mistake! The correct address is:
Note: The Final Schedule is now available. The link below has been updated with the Final Schedule
Online registration for the Extreme DanceSport Invitational, held on April 15 & 16, 2022 is below:
https://www.extremeballroom.com/projects-6
The tentative schedule is now available as well:
2022 Extreme DanceSport Invitational Tentative Schedule
Please note that there will be two dance floors for some of the Friday sessions. There is a Main Gym and an Auxiliary Gym. Using this format will allow us to have the maximum feasible events on Friday in order to accommodate those wishing to leave by Saturday afternoon. The Main Gym only will be used on Saturday.
Please also note that the schedule is tentative. Once entries are received, the schedule may be updated.
March 24th, 2022 at 9:37pm
Below is information about a Pre-Teen/Junior/Youth partner audition mixer this Saturday, March 26th. Dancers will learn some simple combinations and dance with others looking for competition partners.
- Where: Gio Danceworld (527 W State, #101, Pleasant Grove)
- When
- 3:00 – 3:45 PM all syllabus dancers, all ages
- 3:45 – 4:30 PM all Open Latin dancers
- 4:30 – 5:15 PM all Open Ballroom dancers
- 5:15 – 6:00 PM all Open Smooth dancers
- $5/dancer/session
Preregister here.
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March 10th, 2022 at 11:13am
Below are links and information about the 2022 United States National Amateur DanceSport Championships. The Championships are held this week, March 8-12, 2022, at the Marriott Center on BYU Campus. You can find the schedule, tickets, heat lists, and more at the following links:
For more information, see the event website.
March 5th, 2022 at 7:35pm
On March 8, 2022 (this coming Tuesday), Strictly Ballroom and Fred Astaire Dance Studios will host a benefit gala for Ukraine at the
Strictly Ballroom studio at 575 N 1200 W in Orem. All proceeds will go to help refugees fleeing Ukraine. Anyone can support the effort by attending in person, donating, or watching the video stream. In-person seating will be limited, but anyone can purchase the video stream and watch live or later.
About the Gala
Couples who will be performing:
- Andres and Veronica End
- Sasha Altukhov and Cheyenne Murillo
- Casey & Kayci Treu
- More to come!
As our hearts go out to Ukrainian citizens, we invite you to join us for an extraordinary evening with some of the world’s finest ballroom dancers, including Sasha Altukhov and Cheyenne Murrillo!
Every penny of your donation goes directly to help refugees fleeing Ukraine in three ways:
- EMERGENCY SUPPLIES including food, clothing, diapers, and medicine.
- TEMPORARY HOUSING
- REFUGEE CENTER NEEDS including mattresses, bedding, and supplies.
This campaign is in partnership with the DoTERRA Healing Hands Cumorah Academy fundraiser. DoTERRA has pledged to triple donations up to $200,000. Join us as we #EngageInGood.
Links and Info
Important links are below:
March 5th, 2022 at 9:13am
Please see the information below about a survey to determine interest in dancing in the AAU Junior Olympic Games. The survey is due March 13.
2022 West Coast AAU Junior Olympic Games
Date: June 9-15
Location: Payson Utah
We will be welcoming dancers from across the western United States and also from outside the country.
Normally, dancers must participate in a qualifying event in order to enter the Jr Olympic Games. However, due to the challenging circumstances of the past two years, this pre-requisite has been waived. ALL DANCERS are welcome to enter the games this year!
The Dance Games will include Ballroom, Cabaret, Hip Hop, Break Dance, Contemporary, Jazz, Folk, Clogging, and more. There are events for both TEAM entries and INDIVIDUAL entries. There will be workshops in all styles of dance June 9-11, and the games will be held June 13-15.
We have made a survey for both Coaches/Directors and Dancers to complete. This will help us to know who is coming and how many athletes to plan for. We would be very grateful if you would take a minute to fill it out.
Click Here: WEST COAST AAU JR OLYMPIC GAMES SURVEY
Please submit the survey by MARCH 13.
Registration will be opening in March. We look forward to your participation in this year’s games!
Please feel free to contact me directly with any questions –
Deborah Huffman
AAU National Dance Chair
aausports.dance@gmail.com
