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St. Petersburg Festival of Dance
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Adult Dance Competition
July 13 - 18, 2026
Join us for the exciting adult dance festival and international adult dance competition in beautiful St. Petersburg, Florida.
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Categories: Classical Ballet, Contemporary/Modern, Ensemble, Jazz
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Open to participants aged 18 +, Beginner to Professional!
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July 13 - 16 classes in Classical Ballet, Pas de Deux (Intermediate/Advanced), Contemporary, Jazz, and Pointe/Variations
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July 17 Competition Day
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July 18 Gala Performance
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**Participants may register for the festival classes only without competing
**Participants may choose not to compete and register for the festival intensive classes only
Festival and Competition Entry Fee $730
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Four Days of Master Classes (Monday, July 13 - Thursday, July 17) led by internationally recognized ballet masters and choreographers
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One competition entry: Your choice of one Contemporary/Modern, one Ballet variation or one Ensemble entry (Each Participant may compete with up to 4 solos, two Contemporary or two Ballet for an additional fee)
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Competition Day Pass to watch all Competitors (July 17)
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All participants will perform in the Saturday Gala Performance (July 18)
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Two complimentary tickets to the Gala Performance for friends or family
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Welcome Packet
Registration Fee Includes:
Registration Information
Awards
Level 1
Gold Medal - 1st Place $500
Silver Medal - 2nd Place $250
Bronze - 3rd Place $100
Level II
Gold Medal - 1st Place $500
Silver Medal - 2nd Place $250
Bronze - 3rd Place $100
Level III
Gold Medal - 1st Place $500
Silver Medal - 2nd Place $250
Bronze - 3rd Place $100
Level IV
Gold Medal - 1st Place $500
Silver Medal - 2nd Place $250
Bronze - 3rd Place $100
Additional Awards
Musicality
Judges Choice
Best Artistry
Best Self-Choreographed Piece
Competition Divisions
Level I
Level One is designed for dancers with three years or less of dance experience. Participants in this category compete at the introductory stage, demonstrating fundamental technique at the beginner level. Dancers in this level do not compete on pointe and focus on building a strong technical foundation in a supportive environment.
Level II
Level Two is tailored for intermediate-level dancers who have accumulated four or more years of dance training. Competitors at this level demonstrate more advanced technique, greater control, and greater familiarity with dance vocabulary. This level encourages dancers to refine their skills and showcase their growth in a more challenging setting.
Level III
Advanced Level: For dancers with seven or more years of training who have strong technical ability and performance experience, but have not performed professionally. Welcome to perform on Pointe.
Level IV
Level IV is for dancers with pre professional, professional or college level training.
The Venues
Classes will be held at the Bridge Dance Complex.
The Competition and Gala Performance will be held at the SPHS Historic Theatre in St. Petersbug Florida.
Participants are responsible for transportation to and from the venues.
Competition and Festival FAQ
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Am I able to register for the intensive classes only? Yes, dancers are welcome to register as Festival Only attendees, and not compete.
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Can I compete without attending the festival intensive? No. Only festival participants can compete. But participants can choose which festival classes they want to attend.
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What is the refund policy? No refunds without a doctors note stating that you may not attend.
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Is it required to perform both a classical and contemporary solo ? No.
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What classes are offered during the festival? Contemporary/Modern, Classical Ballet, Pointe and Variations, Pas de Deux ( for intermediate and advanced) Jazz
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Does the Registration fee include housing? No, participants are responsible for paying for their own lodgings. After registering we will send you the names of the hotels close to the venues.
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What are the time limits for Solos and Ensembles? Solos 2:30, Ensembles 5:00
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