Company Overview

The path to competitive dance classes begins here

Our competitive program is a company team designed for students ages 4 through 18 who truly feel that dance is one of their utmost gifts, callings, and passions. With 3-12+ required hours (depending on age and level) of commitment per week, competitive dance is not for everyone. However, for those who are able to put in the extra effort, time, and focus, competitive dance provides one of the most rewarding experiences imaginable!

Discipline is choosing between what you want now and what you want most

Company Team Requirements and Expectations

All dancers interested in joining HDC's Company program must audition for placement. If selected, dancers will be placed by HDC staff in the team and class levels most appropriate for their age, ability, and overall development.
Auditions for the 2026-2027 Company season will be held on Wednesday and Thursday, July 22 & 23, 2026. Please visit our Company Auditions page for full details, including age breakdowns and audition information.
All Company team members are expected to be available for all required competitions and to attend all required classes and rehearsals with minimal absences. Multiple unexcused absences may result in consequences.
Team members should be prepared to compete in a minimum of 3-4 dances, if selected. In addition, all Company dancers are required to participate in their regular class dances.
Company teams typically attend 4-5 weekend competitions and/or conventions each season. These events often run Friday through Sunday, with competitions generally taking place between February and May. Nationals are typically held in late June or early July. There may also be select opportunities for training or competition during the fall.
All Company team members are required to participate in the Competition Showcase, typically held in February or March, as well as HDC's end-of-year Recital.
Dancers may also be selected for small groups, special pieces, and solos/duets/trios at the discretion of the directors. Participation in these additional routines may be encouraged, but is not required in all cases.
Company members are expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to the team by participating fully in rehearsals, performances, team events, and other opportunities that support the growth and overall strength of the group.

Limited spots are also available for dancers interested in non-competitive Company-level training. These placements are offered on a case-by-case basis for students who would benefit from higher-level training without full competitive commitment. Please call or email for more information.

Competitive Company Pricing

Competition students are required to participate in a minimum of 3-8+ training hours in the studio per week, depending on age and level. Monthly tuition ranges from $135.00-$300.00. Pricing is based on the dancers age, level, and how many hours spent per week in the studio.

Competitive tuition at HDC supports a comprehensive, high-level training experience designed to develop each dancer both technically and artistically.

Our company dancers receive far more than weekly class time. Their training includes advanced in-house & guest teacher instruction, performance opportunities, meaningful team experiences, and professional-level production and support throughout the season.

Additional fees that may apply to Competition and Pre-Competition:

Entry fees to the competitions (calculated based on the number of the students' dances)
Costume(s)
Solos, duets, and trios are calculated separately and are not included in the base weekly hours
Students may be invited to learn a solo, duet, or trio but these pieces are not mandatory. Separate choreography and rehearsal fees apply to these routines and private rehearsals are scheduled between the student and choreographer.
Choreography fees for specialty routines (Small & Large Groups)
Participation fee (a one-time charge)
Prop fee (this only applies if there is a prop being made that is extensive and cannot be covered in the participation fee)
Recital fee
Prop Transportation fee

Registration and Recital Fees

*Fees listed below reflect pricing during the 2025-26 season. Fees are estimated and subject to change for the 2026-27 season.

Registration Fee: All pre-company and competition students pay an annual registration fee of $55 per student (or $70 per family).

Recital Costume Fee: Recital costume fees run from $115.00-$215.00, depending on which class the student is taking. If a Company student participates in a Recreational training class that has a recital performance, they will be responsible for the costume fee for the class.

Recital Participation Fee: Recital fees help to cover all of the costs involved in presenting a professional production that all of our students and families can be very proud of! Recital fees are $165 per student OR $200 per family (if siblings are dancing). This fee includes: unlimited tickets to the show, recital t-shirt for the student(s), family program, award for the student(s), auditorium rental for dress rehearsal and the show, professional stage props and equipment, clean up crew, and a sound and lighting team who work backstage.