United States Tournament of Dance - Lancaster, PA

About United States Tournament of Dance

United States Tournament of Dance (USTD) is a nationally recognized dance competition company founded in 1976, making it one of the oldest dance competitions in the United States. The company operates regional competitions across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions, with events held in states including New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and Maryland. USTD hosts its National Championships in Atlantic City, New Jersey, providing dancers the opportunity to compete for national titles and recognition. The competition features five age divisions (Petite, Junior, Teen, Senior, and Adult) and accommodates over 25 dance styles, including traditional categories as well as unique offerings such as Ballroom, Irish Step, and Mime/Pantomime. USTD uses a 100-point scoring system with five award levels: HiPt Elite Gold (98-100 points), HiPt Gold (95-97.9), Gold (90-94.9), Silver (85-89.9), and Bronze (80-84.9). The company awards over $50,000 in cash prizes and scholarships annually, demonstrating its commitment to supporting dancers' continued education and development. Beyond traditional competition offerings, USTD has expanded to include USTDconnectsU.com, a college and entertainment recruiting platform designed to help high school-aged dancers connect with opportunities in the commercial dance industry. The company emphasizes professional judging, organized events, and a family-friendly atmosphere, with testimonials consistently highlighting the fair judging, quality venues, and welcoming environment that USTD provides to studios and dancers of all levels.

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