Dance Masters of Michigan - Redford, MI

About Dance Masters of Michigan

Dance Masters of Michigan is a non-profit professional dance organization that operates as a chapter of Dance Masters of America, the national organization established in 1884. The company offers both competition and convention opportunities, including a Fall Convention with scholarship classes, a Solo Title Event, a Performing Arts Challenge (PAC), and a Spring Workshop. As a regional organization, Dance Masters of Michigan hosts approximately one major competition event per season, serving dancers throughout Michigan and surrounding areas. What sets Dance Masters of Michigan apart is its commitment to certified education and affordability. All teacher members must pass rigorous written, verbal, and physical dance examinations to participate, ensuring high-quality instruction and judging standards. The organization's non-profit status allows them to offer events at more affordable prices while providing generous scholarships and monetary awards to participants. Their competition structure awards top three overall placements per age division, with age determined as of June 1st of the National Finals year and a minimum age requirement of four years old. The organization emphasizes both competitive excellence and community building, encouraging dancers to compete in a friendly fashion while striving for personal improvement. Through their various events, dancers have opportunities to expand their dance community, meeting peers from other schools who share their passion for dance while being encouraged to respect, appreciate, and inspire one another.