Just Dance Invitational
Just Dance Invitational Dance Competition · 2026-27 Season Schedule
Just Dance Invitational (JDI), founded in 2015 by Sandra Statzell, is a regional dance competition that awards cash scholarships toward college tuition and intensive programs instead of trophies. JDI aims to inspire, motivate, and invest in young dancers.
The Just Dance Invitational Dance Competition tour runs 10 upcoming events across 11 cities this season. Browse the full schedule below — every regional stop, date, venue, and (where confirmed) nationals.
Visit official siteAbout this tour
- Founded
- 2015
- Headquarters
- San Diego, CA
- Judges
- 3
- Awards system
Three judges score each routine with a maximum of 100 points per judge, creating a total possible score of 300 points. Dancers earn award tiers based on their combined scores, with higher scores reflecting exceptional technique, artistry, and performance quality.
- The JDI Award (285-300)
- Platinum (278-284.9)
- High Gold (271-277.9)
- Gold (264-270.9)
- Elite Silver (200-263.9)
Top three overall performers in each division receive cash scholarships of $150 for first place, $100 for second place, and $75 for third place.
Judging criteria:
- Technique / Degree of Difficulty - 40 points
- Stage Presence / Age-Level Appropriateness - 25 points
- Execution / Control - 25 points
- Overall - 10 points