BACKUP B2D Conventions 2018/2019 - Born 2 Dance Studio

CONVENTION VS. ATTENDANCE NOTE:

With the exception of Monsters of Hip Hop, all B2D classes and Team Rehearsals will run as scheduled on the day(s) of all the conventions listed on this page.

If you’re attending one of these conventions, with proof of registration, your absence will NOT count against your recital class, required foundation class, or team rehearsal’s absence tally. Remember, you’re only allowed 1 excused absence per session for recital and team classes, and 2 excused absences for foundation classes. HOWEVER, you’re still responsible for learning the choreo and showing up to the next class/rehearsal knowing it in full, as per the Recital and Team Handbook’s guidelines for absences.

1) ASH (Artists Simply Human)

DATES & TIMES:

Friday, November 9th TO Sunday, November 11th 2018

[Please remember all workshop and scholarship ages are as of the time of the workshop.]

TIMES for Artists in Training (7-10), Intermediate (11-14), Advanced (15 and up):

Friday	Saturday	Sunday
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM	7:00 AM – 3:30 PM	8:00 AM – 1:45 PM

TIMES for Mini Movers (4-6):

Friday	Saturday	Sunday
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM	1:00 PM – 3:30 PM	10:00 AM – 1:45 PM

MINI MOVERS: for ages 4 to 6

An introduction to young dancers into the convention experience for dancers ages 4 to 6.
Workshop consists of half-day classes on both Saturday and Sunday.
Registration includes one complimentary Observer band for Mini Movers classes ONLY.
Opportunity to perform at the start of the Performance Showcase on Saturday evening on the main stage.

LOCATION:

Sheraton Tysons Hotel

8661 Leesburg Pike
Tysons Corner, VA 22182

DESCRIPTION:

“ASH’s mission is to provide an unequaled dance experience that challenges dancers as artists, and inspires them to be the best they can be in both dance and life. Our faculty is passionate about teaching and supporting the dancers, helping them to reach their full potential and growth in every class. We celebrate movement with classes in multiple genres including Contemporary, Hip Hop, Ballet, Contemporary Ballet, Tap, Jazz Funk and Improv.”

“The Regional Tour consists of three days of workshop classes as well as a Performance Showcase, which is an opportunity for dancers to perform their pieces in a supportive and non-competitive environment while receiving video critiques from the ASH Faculty”
WEBSITE: www.ashdance.com/

FACULTY:

Lissette Bustamante (Hip Hop), Desmond Richardson (Contemporary), Dwight Rhoden (Contemporary Ballet),

Dusty Button (Ballet), Gregg Russell (Tap/Musical Theatre), Tovaris Wilson (Jazz Funk), Hannah Wintrode (Hip Hop),

DJ Smart (Contemporary/Jazz), Jojo Gomez (Jazz Funk/Contemporary Fusion), CJ Salvador (Jazz Funk/Hip Hop)

SPECIAL FEATURES:

PERFORMANCE SHOWCASE:

-The Performance Showcase is an opportunity for dancers to perform their pieces in a supportive and non-competitive environment. Each performance will be critiqued by the ASH faculty, however, no scores will be given.

-The showcase allows for Solo, duet/trio, or Group (4+) registration. Registrations are accepted on a first come first serve basis.

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABILITY:

Throughout the weekend, there will be select times where dancers may attend scholarship auditions. Audition numbers must be worn during all classes and at the scholarship audition. Scholarships will be awarded to dancers based on class performance, as well as the scholarship audition.

Various scholarship opportunities exist.

https://ashdance.com/info/scholarships/

EARLY BIRD DEADLINE:

Thursday 10/11/18

FEES:

	Early Bird*	Regular*	One Day*
Ages 7 and Up	$250	$290	Not Applicable
Ages 4-6	$175	$195	$95
Observer	$50	$60	$20 (Fri.) $35 (Sat./Sun.)

*PLUS 3.3% transaction fee for the B2D group registration

REGISTER FOR AGES 7 AND UP:

REGISTER FOR AGES 4-6:

BUY AN OBSERVER PASS FOR THE FULL WEEKEND:

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BUY AN OBSERVER PASS FOR FRIDAY:

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BUY AN OBSERVER PASS FOR SATURDAY OR SUNDAY:

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INTERESTED IN SHOWCASE PARTICIPATION?

EMAIL US to Indicate Interest in doing Solos, Duets, Trios, or a Group. Excluding solos, your participation is subject to the availability of the other dancers.

2) JUMP

DATES & TIMES:

Friday, January 11th TO Sunday, January 13th 2019

[Please remember all workshop and scholarship ages are as of January 1, 2019.]

TIMES for Minis (8-10), Juniors (11-12), Teens (13-15), Seniors (16-19):

Friday	Saturday	Sunday
3:00 PM – 10:00 PM	6:30 AM – 2:00 PM	8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

TIMES for JUMPstart:

Friday	Saturday	Sunday
3:00 PM – 10:00 PM	12:00 PM – 2:45 PM	8:00 AM – 10:45 AM

JUMPstart: for ages 5 to 10

“Our expanded JUMPstart program includes a two-day workshop and a JUMPstart division in our competition. This is a great intro into the convention world for dancers ages 5 and up! The JUMPstart program is for young dancers who want to experience JUMP but might find the Mini Room too challenging. The JUMPstart workshop consists of half-day classes on both Saturday and Sunday.”

“The JUMPstart experience includes a custom T-Shirt and special themed performance on the main stage!”

Dancers ages 5-7 are required to be in the JUMPstart program. Dancers ages 8-10 have the option to join the JUMPstart program.

LOCATION:

Omni Shoreham Hotel
2500 Calvert Street NW
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 234-0700

DESCRIPTION:

“JUMP is proud to be the largest dance convention in the world, touring to 26 US cities and 4 international cities. A typical convention weekend lasts from Friday afternoon to Sunday afternoon and is jam-packed with all things DANCE! Each event includes a top-rate workshop in numerous styles of dance: Jazz, Ballet, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, Jazz-Funk, Musical Theater, Lyrical and Ballroom. JUMP also offers a first-class competition with fair, credible judging in a fun and supportive environment. The weekend concludes with a fantastic closing show, scholarship presentations and faculty performances!”

“JUMP’s mission is to have dancers of all ages and levels return to their dance studio feeling more motivated and inspired!”

WEBSITE: www.jumptour.com/workshop

FACULTY:

Wade Robson (Eclectic Groove), Nick Lazzarini (Jazz), Teddy Forance (Contemporary),

Misha Gabriel (Hip Hop), Katy Spreadbury (Ballet), Nika Kljun (Jazz Funk),

Erica Marr (Ballroom/Jazz), Al Blackstone (Musical Theater), Colby Shinn (Lyrical/Jazz),

Kirsten Russell (Contemporary), Akira Uchida (Contemporary), Lex Ishimoto (Fusion),

Taylor Sieve (Professional Assistant), Mandy Moore (Special Guest), Mike Minery (Tap)

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABILITY:

*JUMPstarts are not eligible to receive scholarships.

-VIP SCHOLARSHIP: All dancers between the ages of 8 and 19 who are registered for the full workshop will be participating in the JUMP VIP Scholarship Audition Class.

-CLASS SCHOLARSHIP: Each faculty member will be awarding scholarships in each of their individual classes to dancers that excel at their particular style.

-ROCKSTAR SCHOLARSHIP: Each faculty member will select one dancer who stands out above the rest. This dancer may be someone who excels in class or someone who shows a lot of potential.

EARLY BIRD DEADLINE:

Wednesday 12/12/18

FEES:

One free JUMPstart Observer band will be given to the studio for the appropriate parent/guardian for each registered JUMPstart dancer. This wristband will only allow entrance to the JUMPstart classroom.

	Early Bird*	Regular*	One Day*
Ages 8 and Up	$255	$305	$170 (EB) $200 (R)
JUMPstart	$195	$245	$130 (EB) $180 (R)
Observer	$50	$60	Not Applicable
ADDITONAL JUMPstart Observer	$30	$40	Not Applicable

*PLUS 3.3% transaction fee for the B2D group registration

(EB) = Early Bird R = (Regular)

REGISTER for ages 8 and UP:

REGISTER for JUMPstart:

BUY AN OBSERVER PASS for ages 8 and Up

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BUY AN ADDITIONAL OBSERVER PASS for JUMPstart

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3) Velocity

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DATES & TIMES:

Friday, January 25th TO Sunday, January 27th 2019

[Please remember all workshop and scholarship ages are as of January 1, 2019.]

TIMES for Juniors (9-12), Teens (13-15), Seniors (16+):

Friday	Saturday	Sunday
TBD	TBD	TBD

TIMES for MINIS:

Friday	Saturday	Sunday
TBD	TBD	TBD

TBD = To be determined

MINIS: for ages 5 to 7

• Minis consists of half- day classes on both Saturday and Sunday of the Convention.

• For each Mini Dancer registered for the Convention, one free Mini Observer Band will be given to the studio for the appropriate parent/guardian of the Mini Dancer. This band will only allow entrance to the Mini Ballroom, no exceptions.

LOCATION:

Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel

202 East Pratt Street.
Baltimore, MD, 21202

(410) 547-1200

DESCRIPTION:

“Enhancing the lives & skills of the next generation of dancers through inspiration & education is the goal of Velocity. Our faculty consists of teachers and choreographers that are well established in the industry, not just on resumes, but also in their teaching abilities. In addition to unparalleled dance education, Velocity offers seminars to students, parents and teachers at each city that will focus on topics that are important, and relevant to all of our lives. Such topics of interest include: choosing the right college, health/wellness and fitness, music editing, self confidence, as well as other seminars specifically geared toward studio owners/teachers. Your students are guaranteed to leave a weekend at Velocity feeling renewed, and motivated to continuing their training after the exceptional influence from our highly esteem faculty of instructors.”

WEBSITE: http://velocitydanceconvention.com/workshops/

FACULTY:

Kyle Hanagami, Dee Caspary, Shannon Mather, Mark Kanemura,

Melissa Sandvig, Alexander Chung, Ade Obayomi , Gina Pero,

Phoenix and Pharside, Mark Goodman, Whitney Bezzant,

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABILITY:

Various scholarship opportunities exist.

http://velocitydanceconvention.com/scholarships/

EARLY BIRD DEADLINE:

Thursday 12/27/18

FEES:

	Early Bird*	Regular*	One Day*
Ages 9 and Up	$245	$275	$170 (EB) $200 (R)
Minis	$170	$200	$170 (EB) $200 (R)
Observer^	Observers are not permitted for the ages 9 and up.
Additional Minis Observer	$15	Not Applicable	Not Applicable

*PLUS 3.3% transaction fee for the B2D group registration

^Although there are no observer passes, there are parent seminars throughout the weekend that include admissions. They are available to purchase at the registration booth for $30.

(EB) = Early Bird R = (Regular)

REGISTER for ages 9 and UP:

REGISTER for ages Minis:

BUY AN ADDITIONAL MINIS OBSERVER PASS

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4) MONSTERS OF HIPHOP

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DATES & TIMES:

Friday, February 22nd TO Sunday, February 24th 2019

JUNIOR LEVEL:

Your introduction to Monsters Dance
Recommended for ages 6-10
1+ years dance experience

Friday	Saturday	Sunday
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM	7:30 AM – 9:00 PM	9:30 AM – 2:30 PM

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL:

Recommended for ages 11-14
3+ years dance experience

Friday	Saturday	Sunday
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM	7:30 AM – 9:00 PM	8:00 AM – 2:30 PM

ADVANCED LEVEL:

Recommended for ages 15 & up
6+ years dance experience

Friday	Saturday	Sunday
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM	7:30 AM – 9:00 PM	8:00 AM – 2:30 PM

INDUSTRY UPGRADED LEVEL:

Upgrade your Advanced Level registration
Ages 16 & up ONLY

Friday	Saturday	Sunday
6:00 PM – 11:00 PM	7:30 AM – 9:00 PM	8:00 AM – 2:30 PM

LOCATION:

Hyatt Regency Reston

1800 Presidents St

Reston, VA 20190

(703) 709-1234

DESCRIPTION:

“Monsters Dance is the only all hip hop dance event, offering instruction from industry professionals and giving dancers real opportunities!”

“Monsters tours the country with its three-day dance workshops instructed by its world renowned faculty of choreographers, plus auditions for thousands of dollars in scholarships, seminars, performance opportunities, freestyle battles, and much more!”

WEBSITE: http://www.monstersofhiphop.com/

FACULTY:

NappyTabs, Rhapsody James, Luther Brown, Kevin Maher, Jamal Sims,

Chonique Sneed, Lisette Bustamante, Marty Kudelka, Luam Keflezgy,

Ysabelle Capitulé, JaJa Vankova

SPECIAL FEATURES:

CLUB STYLZ:

-A showcase event held on Saturday evening in the Advanced Room. It is a family-friendly, alcohol-free event open to and appropriate for all ages.

-A limited number of showcase spots offered for groups participating in the convention to perform or an individual freestyle battle with cash prizes! Admission is free to watch, but additional fees apply for performers or battle participants. Seating is limited, first-come, first-served.

More information: http://faq.monstersofhiphop.com/#club-stylz-showcase

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABILITY:

“Monsters will help you grow as a dancer by providing you an authentic audition process to test your potential in a real-life setting. From this audition class, dancers have the opportunity to be nominated for our Monsters Show Process, as well as be awarded Monsters Scholarships, Monsters A-List Scholarships, and class packages from our partner studios below.”

Ailey Extension NYC
Debbie Reynolds Studio
Millennium Dance Complex Los Angeles
Movement Lifestyle

EARLY BIRD DEADLINE:

Tuesday, 01/22/19

FEES:

	Early Bird*	Regular*
Junior Level	$230	$275
Int./Adv. Level	$250	$295
Industry Upgraded Level	$300	$345
Observer Pass	$40	ATD: $60
Club Stylz Admission	FREE	FREE
Club Stylz Freestyle Battle	$35	ATD: $45
Club Stylz Showcase Performance	$35	ATD: $45

*PLUS 3.3% transaction fee for the B2D group registration

ATD = At the Door

REGISTER:

INTERESTED IN THE FREESTYLE BATTLE?

Please indicate interest when signing up through the Born 2 Dance website.

INTERESTED IN THE SHOWCASE PERFORMANCE?

The studio will coordinate accordingly depending on participation and availability.

5) 24 SEVEN DANCE

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DATES & TIMES:

Friday, March 29th TO Sunday, March 31st 2019

[Please remember all workshop and scholarship ages are as of January 1, 2019.]

TIMES for Minis (8-10), Juniors (11-12), Teens (13-15), Seniors (16-19):

Friday	Saturday	Sunday
3:00 PM – 10:00 PM	7:00 AM – 2:45 PM	8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

TIMES for SIDEKICKS:

Friday	Saturday	Sunday
Not Applicable	12:30 PM – 3:30 PM	8:00 AM – 11:00 AM

SIDEKICKS: For ages 5 to 10

An intro to young dancers into the convention world for dancers ages 5 and up.
Also for dancers who may find the Minis program too challenging or intimidating.
Workshop consists of half-day classes on both Saturday and Sunday.
One free SideObserver Band will be given to the studio for the appropriate parent/guardian for each registered Rookie dancer. This band will only allow entrance to the Rookie workshop room, NO exceptions. (Additional Rookie Observer bands can be purchased for $20.)
Dancers who are 5 to 7 are required to be in the Rookies program. Dancers ages 8 to 10, have the option of being placed in the Rookies program.

LOCATION:

Hyatt Regency Crystal City
2799 Jefferson Davis Highway

Washington, DC 22202

(703) 418-1234

DESCRIPTION:

“24 SEVEN Dance Convention offers dance classes taught by our incredible faculty who are some of the most sought-after instructors in the world. For our dance workshops, dancers are divided into age groups and taught classes in several different dance disciplines. Each weekend features exciting classes in many styles including Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop, Jazz-Funk, Contemporary, Modern, Musical Theatre and Ballet.”

“Our faculty is dedicated to having ALL levels of dancers leave the weekend feeling motivated and uplifted. We hope you join us for some Non-Stop Dancing!”

WEBSITE: http://24sevendance.com/workshop

FACULTY:

tWitch (Hip Hop), Allison Holker (Jazz/Contemporary), Blaze McGrath (Jazz Funk),

Randy Kemper (Hip Hop),Hefa Tuita (Hip Hop), Brooke Pierotti (Jazz/Contemporary),

Lauren Adams (Contemporary), Francisco Gella (Ballet/Modern), Kayla Kalbfleisch (Jazz),

Jess Hendricks (Contemporary), Jaci Royal (Contemporary), Nick Young (Tap)

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABILITY:

*Sidekicks are not eligible to receive scholarships.

*One-day students are not eligible to receive scholarships.

– SCHOLARSHIP: At 24 SEVEN, all Mini, Junior, Teen and Senior dancers (ages 8-19) that are registered for the full workshop are eligible to participate in the Non-Stop Dancer Scholarship Audition Class.

-NON-STOP DANCER: Dancers will learn a short jazz or lyrical routine in the class prior to the audition. During the audition, dancers will be broken up into groups and the 24 SEVEN faculty will evaluate their performance. Male & Female Non-Stop Dancers will be judged and awarded separately.

-HIGH 5 SCHOLARSHIP: Each faculty member will be awarding scholarships in each of their individual classes to dancers that excel at their particular style. High 5 Scholarships can be awarded to any dancer, ages 8-19, in the Mini, Junior, Teen and Senior workshop levels.

-WEEKEND WARRIOR SCHOLARSHIP: Each faculty member will be awarding scholarships in each of their individual classes to dancers who may be someone who excels in class, someone who shows a lot of potential, or someone who stands out to the faculty for a special reason. Weekend Warrior Scholarships can be awarded to any dancer, ages 8-19, in the Mini, Junior, Teen and Senior workshop levels.that excel at their particular style.

-PARENT BATTLE SCHOLARSHIP: Parent volunteers are called to the stage to battle it over a round of improvisation before a champion is crowned. The Parent Battle Champion is awarded the Parent Battle Scholarship, which is good for their child to come back to one 24 SEVEN workshop during the 2019-2020 regional season, free of charge!

EARLY BIRD DEADLINE:

Wednesday 02/27/19

FEES:

	Early Bird*	Regular*	One Day*
Ages 8 and Up	$255	$305	$170 (EB) $200 (R)
Sidekicks	$195	$245	$130 (EB) $180 (R)
Observer	$50	$60	Not Applicable
Additional Sidekick Observer	$30	$40	Not Applicable

*PLUS 3.3% transaction fee for the B2D group registration

(EB) = Early Bird R = (Regular)

REGISTER for ages 8 and UP:

REGISTER for Sidekicks:

BUY AN OBSERVER PASS for ages 8 and Up

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BUY AN ADDITIONAL OBSERVER PASS for Sidekicks

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6) RADIX

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DATES & TIMES:

Friday, April 26th TO Sunday, April 28th 2019

[Please remember all workshop and scholarship ages are as of January 1, 2019.]

TIMES for Minis (8-10), Juniors (11-12), Teens (13-15), Seniors (16-19):

Friday	Saturday	Sunday
3:00 PM – 10:00 PM	7:00 AM – 2:45 PM	8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

TIMES for ROOKIES:

Friday	Saturday	Sunday
Not Applicable	12:30 PM – 3:30 PM	8:00 AM – 11:00 AM

ROOKIES: For ages 5 to 10

An intro to young dancers into the convention world for dancers ages 5 and up.
Also for dancers who may find the Minis program too challenging or intimidating.
Workshop consists of half-day classes on both Saturday and Sunday.
One free Rookie Observer Band will be given to the studio for the appropriate parent/guardian for each registered Rookie dancer. This band will only allow entrance to the Rookie workshop room, NO exceptions. (Additional Rookie Observer bands can be purchased for $20.)
Dancers who are 5 to 7 are required to be in the Rookies program. Dancers ages 8 to 10, have the option of being placed in the Rookies program.

LOCATION:

Bethesda North Marriot
5701 Marinelli Road
Bethesda, MD 20852
(301) 822-9200

DESCRIPTION:

“The RADIX workshop classes will begin each day with “root classes”, focusing on a solid dance foundation of Jazz, Ballet, Tap, Musical Theatre and Modern technique. The classes will then lead into today’s cutting-edge dance styles including Contemporary, Hip-Hop, Jazz-Funk & Improv. The RADIX mission is to offer the fundamentals of dance technique and then push dancers to expand their idea of dance and movement so that they can achieve new heights of artistic self-expression.”

“The RADIX creative team is committed to offering a truly unique artistic experience at each event. Our promise is to have each dancer return to their studio feeling motivated and inspired!”

WEBSITE: https://www.radixdance.com/workshop

FACULTY:

NappyTabs (Hip Hop), Brian Friedman (Jazz/Jazz Funk), Tyce Diorio (Jazz/Musical Theatre,

Tina Caspary (Jazz), Chaz Buzan (Contemporary), Talia Favia (Contemporary),

Tessandra Chavez (Contemporary Fusion), Jason Janas (Tap), Billy Bell (Modern),

Tricia Miranda (Hip Hop), Martin Harvey (Ballet)

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABILITY:

*Rookies are not eligible to receive scholarships.

[Dancers must audition by their age as of January 1, 2019]

-All Mini, Junior, Teen and Senior dancers (ages 8-19) that are registered for the full workshop will participate in the RADIX Core Performer Scholarship Audition Class.

-RADIX Core Performer Winners : During the audition, the dancers will be broken up into groups and the RADIX faculty will evaluate. Students will be chosen by the faculty in each age group.

-RADIX Core Performer Runners-Up :During the audition, the dancers will be broken up into groups and the RADIX faculty will evaluate. Students will be chosen by the faculty in each age group.

-CUTTING EDGE CLASS SCHOLARSHIPS :Faculty members will be awarding scholarships in each of their individual classes to dancers who excel at that particular style. Class Scholarships can be awarded to any dancer, ages 8-19, in any workshop level. (One-day students are not eligible for this scholarship.)

-CHOICE ARTIST :In every regional city, each faculty member will select one dancer who stands out above the rest. This dancer may be someone who excels in class or someone who shows a lot of potential.

EARLY BIRD DEADLINE:

Wednesday 03/27/19

FEES:

	Early Bird*	Regular*	One Day*
Ages 8 and up	$260	$310	$170 (EB) $200 (R)
Rookies	$195	$245	$125 (EB) $175 (R)
Observer	$50	$60	Not Applicable
ADDITONAL Rookies Observer	$20	$20	Not Applicable

*PLUS 3.3% transaction fee for the B2D group registration

(EB) = Early Bird R = (Regular)

REGISTER for ages 8 and UP:

REGISTER for Rookies:

BUY AN OBSERVER PASS for ages 8 and Up:

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BUY AN ADDITIONAL OBSERVER PASS for Rookies:

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