2026-2027 STUDENT CONVENTION
REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 8TH
Join us at the MADT Student Convention as we explore what comes next after high school dance. From collegiate dance teams to professional opportunities, this event is designed to help dancers discover pathways, make connections, and gain insight into the many possibilities that exist beyond the routine.
Learn from current collegiate athletes, hear from professional teams, participate in our solo showcase, and take the next step in your dance journey.
SCHEDULE OF THE DAY
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9:30 AM // Registration
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10:00 AM - 10:20 AM // Welcome, Introductions & Warm Up
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10:20 AM - 10:30 AM // Session 1 Preview
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10:30 AM - 11:20 AM // Session 1 Classes
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11:25 AM - 11:35 AM // Session 2 Preview
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11:35 AM - 12:25 PM // Session 2 Classes
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12:30 PM - 1:45 PM // Lunch & Learn (Mental Wellness & Recruitment Expo)
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1:50 PM - 2:00 PM // Session 3 Preview
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2:00 PM - 2:50 PM // Session 3 Classes
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3:00 PM - 3:40 PM // College & Professional Dance Panel
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3:45 PM // Group Photo
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4:00 PM // 4 x 8 SHOWCASE
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5:30 PM // Drawings, Awards & Closing Message
IMPORTANT ITEMS TO NOTE:
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ATHLETES MUST BE ENTERING 7TH GRADE OR ABOVE TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS EVENT!
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THERE ARE NO REFUNDS FOR THIS EVENT!
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THIS IS A CLOSED EVENT - NO SPECTATORS WILL BE ALLOWED IN THE BUILDING THROUGHOUT THE DAY!
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING??
Please label your items - all items left behind after the event, will be donated.
MADT is not responsible for items left behind or lost.
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A refillable water bottle
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Snacks to fuel throughout the day
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Pack your own lunch
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Dance shoes of choice
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Tennis Shoes
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Poms (Optional)
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Notebook & Pencil / Pen
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A positive attitude :)
WHAT'S NEW THIS YEAR???
A 4x8 SHOWCASE // COMBINE STYLE FORMAT
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The 4x8 Showcase will be held in a COMBINE style format to get your feet wet with college recruitment!
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This should highlight YOUR skills and abilities for a total of 4, 8-counts.
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WHAT DO I WEAR?! Wear any active wear you choose! No uniform or costume is required or needed.
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No solo routine needs to be choreographed or performed.
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Participants will perform to upbeat music for a panel of coaches and collegiate and professional dancers for opportunities to stand out and be recognized.
2026-2027 REGISTRATION OPTIONS
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Student Convention ONLY - $75
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Includes Student Convention Classes and College & Pro Panel
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Does not include entry to the 4x8 showcase
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Student Convention + 4 x 8 Showcase - $100
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Includes Student Convention Classes, College & Pro Panel, Entry into the 4x8 showcase
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College & Pro Panel + 4 x 8 Showcase ONLY (Begins at 3:00 PM with Panel) - $50
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Includes access to the College / Pro Panel & 4x8 Showcase Entry ONLY
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This ticketing option does not allow access to Student Convention Classes
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College / Pro Panel begins at 3:00 PM
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Please arrive by 2:45 PM for this portion of the event
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4x8 Showcase immediately following
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2025-2026 SEASON RECAP
The 2025-2026 season Student Convention featured a Masterclass by Minnesota Viking Cheerleading Head Coach Jacie Scott and a Lunch & Learn with Lindsey Soderberg among other movement and character development classes.
For the first time in 2025-2026, we offered a SOLO SHOWCASE featuring dancers presenting their solos for Miss Dance Team competition or studio! We look forward to growing this event in 2026-2027!