ABOUT REACH THE BEACH NATIONALS

Soak up the sun at our Reach the Beach Nationals. Experience the beach themed atmosphere all athletes love. Beach music, surfboards, beach balls and much more!

2026 Championship Information

General Information

ACDA Reach the Beach – Dance Grand Nationals
Ocean City Convention Center
4001 Coastal Hwy
Ocean City, MD, 21842
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Schedules

Housing Information

This is a Housing Rewards Event.

For your convenience we have secured attendee blocks throughout the city with amazing rates specifically for Varsity All Star customers. Team Travel Source (TTS) has also successfully negotiated team friendly terms and conditions with each of our host hotels to take the worry and hassle out of booking hotel accommodations so that you can focus on your teams preparation and performance. Please use the link below for next steps to secure your team housing for this exciting event. 

Book Housing Here 

If you have questions about Stay Smart please e-mail staysmart@varsity.com. 

Bid Information

The Dance Worlds

The Summit Championships

The U.S. Finals

  • Golden Tickets

Coaches Information

All Star Dance Scoring Information:

Click Here for Rules, Division & Scoring

School Dance Scoring Information:

Click Here for NDA Rules, Division & Scoring

Spectator Information

Admissions:

  • We will not sell physical tickets at the door or take cash for admittance at any Varsity All Star competitions.
  • Spectators purchasing tickets will need a valid email address and a credit card number. They will receive a digital ticket that can be scanned upon entry.
  • Purchase Spectator Tickets HERE

Parking:

  • FREE on-site parking is available on the day of the event. Please avoid blocking driveways or red curbs, as vehicles may be towed.
  • Parking is busiest from 8:00 AM–6:00 PM, so carpooling or public transportation is strongly recommended.
  • Team buses should park along the road or nearby side streets.
  • Once the on-site lot is full, security will direct vehicles to overflow parking at Jolly Rogers, with a shuttle running to and from the convention center.
  • Ocean City Transportation Authority buses will run all day and are FREE with an event wristband (athletes must be in uniform) for unlimited rides.

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