Spirit of Dance Awards Competition & Convention - Long Island, NY

About Spirit of Dance Awards Competition & Convention

Spirit of Dance Awards (SDA) is a regional dance competition and convention company headquartered in West Islip, New York, that serves the Northeast United States. The company offers both competitive events and educational conventions, hosting approximately 11 regional competitions across Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island, along with multiple convention dates throughout the season. SDA culminates its competitive season with a national championship event held annually in Cape Cod, Massachusetts. The organization focuses on creating a positive, supportive environment for dancers of all levels while encouraging age-appropriate music, costumes, and choreography. Their judging panel consists of highly qualified dance professionals with extensive performing, teaching, and adjudicating experience. SDA's awards system includes title awards for the top three placements in each age group, adjudication medals for solo, duo, and trio entries, and Spirit pins for group dancers. The company also offers scholarship awards, choreography awards, and cash prizes for high-scoring performances. Beyond competition, Spirit of Dance Awards provides educational opportunities through their convention program, featuring master classes taught by experienced dance professionals. The company emphasizes building lasting relationships with participating studios and maintaining a personal approach while striving for professional excellence in event management and dancer development.

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