Eligibility
California Dance Classics Classical Ballet and Contemporary Dance Competition is open to all amateur dancers under the age of 21.
An amateur dancer (non-professional) is defined by California Dance Classics (CDC) as:
Any person who is not currently engaging in, and has never engaged in, dance performance or dance instruction as a primary source of monetary income.
Registration & Entry Fees
To secure your entry in a selected California Dance Classics competition, the registration fee must be paid in full.
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Once the registration fee has been received, the dancer will be recorded as an attending competitor.
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Full payment must be received no later than 70 days prior to the competition date.
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Once a location reaches maximum capacity, registration will close and all currently registered dancers will be required to submit full payment of their entry fees.
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If you wish to be wait-listed for a sold-out location, please email full details to: admin@californiadanceclassics.org. Entrants accepted via waitlist must pay all entry fees upon acceptance.
Late Registration Policy
Late registration fees will apply beginning on the published late registration deadline for each competition location.
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San Diego: December 2, 2025
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Los Angeles: January 1, 2026
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San Francisco: January 1, 2026
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A $50 service charge will be applied to all late registrations.
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An additional 10% fee will be applied to the outstanding balance of late registrations.
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Last-minute updates or changes are subject to a $50 service charge.
Music & Entry Details
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All spelling and entry details must be accurate and fully completed on the registration page no later than four (4) weeks prior to the competition. Penalties may apply.
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All music must be submitted no later than four (4) weeks prior to the competition.
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Failure to submit music by the deadline may result in removal from the competition.
Arrival at the Venue
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Solo participants must check in at the information desk and collect their competition number, which must be worn during the master class.
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Master classes take place on stage. Scholarships are available only to students who attend the master classes.
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Ensemble, Duet, Trio, and Pas de Deux entries must be checked in by one designated representative.
Audience & Media Policies
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Audience entry is free.
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Photography and video recording are strictly prohibited at all times.
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Performance videos may be purchased through LK Studios.
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Photographs may be purchased through LK Studios.
Props
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Lightweight props are permitted.
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Prop placement must occur during the competitor announcement and be completed in under 30 seconds.
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All props must be stored in the venue’s designated prop area. Please check in with the stage manager for the assigned location.
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Props may only remain in the theatre during the session (morning, afternoon, or evening) in which they are used.
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All props must be safe, floor-friendly, and easily placed.
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No sharp objects
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No fire
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Damage to the Marley dance floor will result in a monetary fine.
Performance Standards & Conduct
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All routines must be age-appropriate and suitable for family viewing. Failure to comply may result in disqualification.
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If a prize-winning soloist performs multiple times in the same section, only the highest score will be eligible for an award.
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When applicable, the dancer’s teacher or coach is responsible for obtaining all required choreographer and/or musical releases, as well as the payment of any required royalties.
Dressing Rooms & Stage Policies
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All performers must change in designated dressing room areas.
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Eating is not permitted in the dressing rooms.
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Rosin is not permitted. The stage will be maintained throughout the event.
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If rosin becomes necessary, it will be provided by California Dance Classics.
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Refunds & Cancellations
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Registration Fees: Under no circumstances are registration fees refundable.
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General Refund Policy: No refunds will be issued for any fees paid.
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Prior to two (2) weeks before the competition date, consideration may be made for medical or injury-related withdrawals with written doctor’s certification.
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Within two (2) weeks of the competition date, no refunds will be granted under any circumstances, including medical or injury-related reasons.
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Merchant service fees are non-refundable.
Health-Related Amendment
California Dance Classics Classical Ballet and Contemporary Dance Competition & Scholarship Awards is committed to providing a safe, professional, and well-managed environment for all participants, staff, and guests.
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California Dance Classics will continue to follow all applicable local, state, and federal health guidelines in effect at the time of each competition.
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Participants, instructors, and attendees acknowledge that participation in a live dance competition involves inherent risks, including potential exposure to communicable illnesses.
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By registering for a California Dance Classics competition, participants voluntarily assume all such risks and agree to comply with any health-related policies or procedures that may be implemented.
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While it is our intention to host each California Dance Classics competition in its standard live format, California Dance Classics reserves the right to modify procedures as necessary to ensure the safety and integrity of the event.
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In the event of an unforeseen interruption, government restriction, or circumstance beyond California Dance Classics’ control that prevents a live competition from taking place, the competition may be transitioned to a virtual format.
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In such cases, all registered entries will automatically be transferred to the virtual competition.
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Any difference in fees between live and virtual formats will be refunded or held as a credit, at the discretion of the account holder.
Rights & Amendments
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California Dance Classics reserves the right to use any photo or video recording of a participant’s performance for promotional purposes.
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California Dance Classics reserves the right to restrict the number of times a student may perform.
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California Dance Classics reserves the right to refuse any registration at its discretion.
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California Dance Classics reserves the right to refuse participation at will.
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California Dance Classics reserves the right to amend rules and regulations.
