About Nation’s Choice

Nation’s Choice features a fun, family-friendly atmosphere.  You can expect an event that runs on-time, with a friendly and knowledgeable staff that promotes fairness and sportsmanship to all teams. At Nation’s Choice you have the freedom to create your own competition experience.

Your Team Awards… Your Choice!   
Your Athlete Gifts… Your Choice!
Your Athlete Awards… Your Choice!  

Championship Information

General Information

Nation’s Choice – Dance Grand Championship & Cheer Showdown

Alliant Energy Center
1919 Alliant Energy Center Way
Madison, WI 53713

  • Solo/Duo/Trio registration will be at a later date than team registration & will allow for equal representation of all programs registered with teams.  More info will be provided after team registration opens.

Performance Days:

  • Friday – Solos/Duos/Trios
  • Saturday – All Star Dance Teams
  • Sunday – All Star Cheer Teams

Event Contacts: Our team is here for your team. The following staff members can assist your program with this event:

Schedules

2025 Information Coming Soon!

Bid Information

2025-2026 Bid Information:

The Dance Worlds

  • 4 Partial-Paid Bids
  • 8 At-Large Bids

The Summit Championships

The Quest Recreational Championship

The U.S. Finals

  • Golden Tickets

Spectator Information

2025 Information Coming Soon!

Housing Offered

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

Previous Championship Information

Previous Results

  • 2024 Nation’s Choice Dance Grand Championship Results: View
  • 2023 Nation’s Choice Dance Grand Nationals Results: View

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