{"id":8070,"date":"2018-11-02T18:23:39","date_gmt":"2018-11-02T18:23:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/usa\/?page_id=8070"},"modified":"2026-03-24T17:07:07","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T17:07:07","slug":"dancenationals","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/usa\/school\/competitions\/dancenationals\/","title":{"rendered":"Dance Nationals"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row_content&#8221;][vc_column]<style>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t.full-width-hero {\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbackground-position: 90% 10%;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\n  \t\t\t\t\t\t@media (min-width: 768px) {\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t.full-width-hero {\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbackground-position: 90% 10%;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\n  \t\t\t\t\t\t@media (min-width: 992px) {\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t.full-width-hero {\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbackground-position: 90% 10%;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/style><div class='wrap-full-width-hero vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid  vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-o-content-middle vc_row-flex vc_row-no-padding    ' id='element_id' ><div class='full-width-hero full-width-hero-small wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12 vc_col-has-fill b-lazy '  data-src='https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/usa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Untitled-design-24.png'><div class='vc_column-inner'><div class='wpb_wrapper'><div class='wpb_text_column wpb_content_element '><div class='wpb_wrapper wpb_wrapper-title'><h1>USA Dance Nationals<\/h1><\/div><div class='wpb_wrapper wpb_wrapper-content'><p>February 18-20, 2027 | Anaheim Convention Center<\/p>\n<p>Anaheim CA<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='wrap-btn-banner mobile tablet desktop'><a class='btn-banner' href='https:\/\/band.us\/n\/aea0b7IePaR8N' rel='' target='_self' title='SPECTATOR BAND'>SPECTATOR BAND <i class='fa fa-angle-down' aria-hidden='true'><\/i><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<div class='vc_row wpb_row vc_inner vc_row-fluid vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-o-content-middle vc_row-flex half-image-text-combo ' id=''><div class='wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 col-image'><div class='vc_column-inner'><img width=\"1000\" height=\"720\" class=\"img-responsive b-lazy\" alt=\"USA Dance Nationals\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/usa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/ASD02955-1000x720.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/usa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/ASD02955-500x360.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/usa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/ASD02955-1000x720.jpg\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class='wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 col-info'><div class='vc_column-inner'><div class='wpb_wrapper'><h4>About USA Dance Nationals<\/h4><p class='hide-sm'><p>USA Dance Nationals began in 1986. The event takes place in Anaheim, CA and draws teams from throughout the western United States, and farther. Nearly 2,000 competitors and nearly 4,000 spectators are expected over this fun-filled and exciting weekend, vying for the Champion title in one of over 30 different divisions. It is the premier event of its type in the western U.S. for the variety of styles that take the floor and the caliber of performances that are presented.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='wrap-promo-banner ' id=''><div class='promo-banner'><a href='https:\/\/teamjewelry.com\/collections\/usa-dance-nationals' style='max-width:px; max-height:px' title='' target='_blank ' rel=''><img width=\"920\" height=\"110\" class=\"img-responsive b-lazy\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/usa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/EM-1748-R24-2024-Cheer-USA-Dance-Nationals-Varsity.com-ad.jpg 920w, https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/usa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/EM-1748-R24-2024-Cheer-USA-Dance-Nationals-Varsity.com-ad-300x36.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/usa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/EM-1748-R24-2024-Cheer-USA-Dance-Nationals-Varsity.com-ad-768x92.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/usa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/EM-1748-R24-2024-Cheer-USA-Dance-Nationals-Varsity.com-ad-280x33.jpg 280w, https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/usa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/EM-1748-R24-2024-Cheer-USA-Dance-Nationals-Varsity.com-ad-220x26.jpg 220w, https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/usa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/EM-1748-R24-2024-Cheer-USA-Dance-Nationals-Varsity.com-ad-100x12.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 920px) 100vw, 920px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/usa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/EM-1748-R24-2024-Cheer-USA-Dance-Nationals-Varsity.com-ad.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;2027 INFO COMING SOON&#8221; 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Solo and Team Scholarships &amp; Awards<\/li>\n<li>National Champions are awarded USA Championship Backpacks, Placement Medallions, a team Trophy and custom Banner<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='accordion-container ' data-accordion-id='_accordion_content69d633cb46d8b8_07767606' id=''><div class='accordion-header'><div class='wrapper'><h4 class='title'>QUALIFICATION INFORMATION<\/h4><div class='icon-close'><i class='fa fa-plus' aria-hidden='true'><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='accordion-content'><div class='wrapper'><p><span style=\"color: #000080\"><strong>QUALIFICATION INFORMATION<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">All Team Divisions \u2013 prior qualification through a USA Regional\/Classic competition or other sanctioned event\/process is required in order to attend Dance Nationals in any team division.<\/li>\n<li><b>75% of the team competing at USA Nationals must complete Varsity Spirit\/NFHS Squad Credentialing (this includes junior high teams). <\/b>The best way to get credentialed is at a Varsity Spirit Summer Camp. More information about this can be found <b><a title=\"here\" href=\"https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/school\/competitions\/ways-to-credential\/\" data-linkto=\"https:\/\/\">here<\/a><\/b>\u00a0or by contacting your Varsity Spirit State Director.<\/li>\n<li data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Bids to Nationals are awarded to teams receiving 80% of total possible points for all Championship divisions and 75% of total possible points for all other team divisions, regardless of any penalties received.<\/li>\n<li>If a team qualifies for Nationals two or more times (80% of total\u00a0possible points, regardless of any penalties received) in the\u00a0Championship\u00a0level at a Regional\/Classic\u00a0competition, then they must compete in the Championship level at Nationals.<\/li>\n<li>Solos at Nationals\u00a0(5\u00a0maximum per\u00a0school) \u2013\u00a0Each school can enter 1 dancer into the Solo Champion division.\u00a0 The Super Dancer will now be split\u00a0by grade level. \u00a0Each school will be allowed to enter 1 dancer into the Senior division, 1 dancer into the Junior\u00a0division,\u00a0and\u00a0up to\u00a01\u00a0sophomore\u00a0and 1 Freshman\u00a0into the\u00a0Sophomore\/Freshman division.<\/li>\n<li>If your team is located in area without a live regional, please attend a USA dance Virtual Competition to qualify routines for USA Dance Nationals..<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='accordion-container ' data-accordion-id='_accordion_content69d633cb46dcf0_33886931' id=''><div class='accordion-header'><div class='wrapper'><h4 class='title'>EVENT HOUSING<\/h4><div class='icon-close'><i class='fa fa-plus' aria-hidden='true'><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='accordion-content'><div class='wrapper'><p>Beginning in 2027, USA Dance Nationals will be designated as Housing Required. This means that all athletes and coaches are required to book with Team Travel Source. This change helps ensure the best rates, convenient locations, and a smoother experience for all attendees.<\/p>\n<p>What to Expect:<\/p>\n<ul data-editing-info=\"{&quot;applyListStyleFromLevel&quot;:true,&quot;unorderedStyleType&quot;:1}\">\n<li>Athletes competing 2+ days that are over 75 miles, and athletes competing 1 day that are over\u00a0150 miles are required to book with TTS.<\/li>\n<li>Guaranteed access to top hotels at the lowest available rates.<\/li>\n<li>Exemptions available for military\/government discounts or rewards points.<\/li>\n<li>Dedicated specialists to help with team blocks.<\/li>\n<li>A full Customer Experience team to support you throughout the booking process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>While we know this is a change, we\u2019re committed to making your travel easier, affordable, and more consistent. More details coming prior to registration opening.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='accordion-container ' data-accordion-id='_accordion_content69d633cb46e101_01115463' id=''><div class='accordion-header'><div class='wrapper'><h4 class='title'>USA DANCE DIVISIONS &amp; RULES<\/h4><div class='icon-close'><i class='fa fa-plus' aria-hidden='true'><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='accordion-content'><div class='wrapper'><p>Please visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/usa\/school\/competitions\/rulesandscoring\/\">Divisions, Rules &amp; Scoring page<\/a> to view the 2025-2026 competition information!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='accordion-container ' data-accordion-id='_accordion_content69d633cb46e2e5_59688025' id=''><div class='accordion-header'><div class='wrapper'><h4 class='title'>DANCE NATIONALS RESULTS<\/h4><div class='icon-close'><i class='fa fa-plus' aria-hidden='true'><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='accordion-content'><div class='wrapper'><p><a href=\"https:\/\/tv.varsity.com\/events\/12789471\/results\">2025 USA Dance Nationals Results<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tv.varsity.com\/events\/11267923-2024-usa-dance-nationals\/results\">2024 USA Dance Nationals Results<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row_content&#8221;][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;2027 INFO COMING SOON&#8221; 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