Sharing our passion for dance with Alaska!

About
Dance Convention
Welcome to Dance Driven's 2023 Convention

Join us at the Dena’ina Center the weekend of 01.12.2024 when we bring up a group of wonderful professionals to work with the dancers of Alaska for a weekend long experience.  We focus on learning, connecting the community, and creating experiences for everyone.  We look forward to sharing our passion with you!

Counting Down The Seconds

Pricing
Event Days

Dance Driven’s Convention will be held at the Dena’ina Center this year.  Take a look below at the pricing for each day or for the full weekend.  We have a great staff teaching for an entire weekend at an incredibly great price.

Fall Sale

10.05.2023 - 10.15.2023

Early Bird

10.16.2023 - 11.30.2023

Full Registration

12.01.2023 - Event Weekend
$
80.00
01.12.2024

Friday

  • 12 Classes
  • 3 Rooms
  • Fall Sale – $65
  • Early Bird – $80
  • Full Registration – $90
  • Register Online
$
135.00
01.13.2024

Saturday

  • 21 Classes
  • 3 Rooms
  • Fall Sale – $105
  • Early Bird – $135
  • Full Registration – $155
  • Register Online
$
80.00
01.14.2024

Sunday

  • 15 Classes
  • 3 Rooms
  • Fall Sale – $65
  • Early Bird – $80
  • Full Registration – $90
  • Register Online
$
235.00
01.12.2024 - 01.14.2024

Full Weekend

  • 48 Classes
  • 3 Rooms
  • Fall Sale – $190
  • Early Bird – $235
  • Full Registration – $265
  • Register Online
Attendees
Types & Info
Which are you?

Below you can find the types of attendees we have to our conventions.  We love sharing our knowledge and passion with as many dancers as we can so students, directors, teachers, independent dancers, college dancers…..all are welcome.

Student

This is dancers age 6-18 attending with a studio. They can join any class except for classes for teachers. We recommend they try as many classes as they can. We have classes in several styles for beginner, intermediate, and advanced dancers.

Teacher

This encompasses any dancer that is 18 or older. They can join any class including classes specifically for teachers. Each studio that signs up can get a free entry for a director and for every 10 dancers they can also get a free teacher to join.

Observers

For those wanting to watch class but not participate. This is only for dancer's relatives or studio employees for the safety of the students. If a dancer is injured they can also attend as an observer. At the door payment only.
Schedule
Our Timetable
At What Time?

We will be hosted by the Dena’ina Center this year.  We will be running 3 rooms this year including classes for Beginners, Intermediate, Advanced, and Teachers.  We will have classes in Ballet, Contemporary, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Hip Hop, Tap, & potentially more.  Below is a general schedule outline.  Once we have the full schedule set, we will update this schedule for everyone.

3:00pm - 4:00pm

Registration
Registration table is open for checking in and new registrations.

4:00pm - 4:30pm

Greeting & Warm Up
We have our daily greeting and welcome to all the dancers with a small overview of what to expect for the weekend and rules. Followed by a short warm up lead by one of our instructors.

4:30pm - 5:30pm

Class 1
First class of the day, three rooms at a time. A more detailed schedule is coming soon.

5:30pm - 6:30pm

Class 2
Second class of the day, three rooms at a time. A more detailed schedule is coming soon.

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Class 3
Third class of the day, three rooms at a time. A more detailed schedule is coming soon.

7:30pm - 8:30pm

Class 4
Final class of the day, three rooms at a time. A more detailed schedule is coming soon.

8:30pm - 9:00pm

Closing
A final closing word from Dance Driven and a cool down lead by one of our instructors.

7:30am - 8:30am

Registration
Registration table is open for checking in and new registrations.

8:30am - 9:00am

Greeting & Warm Up
We have our daily greeting and welcome to all the dancers with a small overview of what to expect for the weekend and rules. Followed by a short warm up lead by one of our instructors.

9:05am - 10:05am

Class 1
First class of the day, three rooms at a time. A more detailed schedule is coming soon.

10:10am - 11:10am

Class 2
Second class of the day, three rooms at a time. A more detailed schedule is coming soon.

11:15am - 12:15pm

Class 3
Third class of the day, three rooms at a time. A more detailed schedule is coming soon.

12:20pm - 1:20pm

Class 4
Fourth class of the day, three rooms at a time. A more detailed schedule is coming soon.

1:20pm - 2:10pm

Lunch
Lunch Break. We suggest nothing heavy as we are only part way through the day.

2:10pm - 3:10pm

Class 5
Fifth class of the day, three rooms at a time. A more detailed schedule is coming soon.

3:15pm - 4:15pm

Class 6
Sixth class of the day, three rooms at a time. A more detailed schedule is coming soon.

4:20pm - 5:20pm

Class 7
Final class of the day, three rooms at a time. A more detailed schedule is coming soon.

5:30pm - 6:00pm

Closing
A final closing word from Dance Driven and a cool down lead by one of our instructors.

6:15pm - 8:30pm

Adjudications
Those that sign up for adjudications will be ordered and do them in this time slot. With two rooms going at the same time.

7:30am - 8:30am

Front Opens
Check In opens for dancers

8:30am - 9:00am

Greeting & Warm Up
We have our daily greeting and welcome to all the dancers with a small overview of what to expect for the weekend and rules. Followed by a short warm up lead by one of our instructors.

9:05am - 10:05am

Class 1
First class of the day, three rooms at a time. A more detailed schedule is coming soon.

10:10am - 11:10am

Class 2
Second class of the day, three rooms at a time. A more detailed schedule is coming soon.

11:15am - 12:15am

Class 3
Third class of the day, three rooms at a time. A more detailed schedule is coming soon.

12:20am - 1:20pm

Class 4
Final class of the day, three rooms at a time. A more detailed schedule is coming soon.

1:20pm - 3:00pm

Lunch
Lunch Break while we set up the rooms for Showcase

3:10pm - 4:30pm

Showcase
Showcase which is open to parents and family
Learn
Minor Details
The More You Know

Our convention is our original main event and we love putting it on.  Look below to learn important information about attending this event.

Adjudications are an opportunity to get feedback and individualized instruction from our instructors for a dance of your choice.  The student(s) or group will perform their routine for at least two of our instructors.  Our instructors record audio critiques which will be given to the teacher or studio director on Sunday.  After which our instructors will work with the student(s) or group on what they can do to improve their routine for performances and competitions.  This instruction will also be recorded and shared with the teacher or studio director for the routine.  We will run two rooms at the same time.

Signing up for Adjudications will happen on the weekend of the event in a first come first serve situation.  There are limited spots so be sure to talk to the registration desk if you have interest in signing routines up.

Pricing:
– Solo: $50
– Duo/Trio: $35 per dancer
– Group: $20 per dancer

  • No Refunds – If an event is cancelled, refunds will come in the form of credit to an upcoming event or our shop.  If attendee cancels then no refunds.
  • Workshop fees include a minimum of 15 class hours over the weekend.
  • Dance Studios may apply their own additional administrative fees.  This is very common practice and is used to cover the time and expense incurred by studio owners while organizing and attending the event.
  • No checks will be accepted
  • Payment must be processed in full in order for your spot to be reserved.
  • Dance Driven cannot guarantee registration the morning of the event, due to sell out.

Photography and Video recording from any media devices (i.e. digital cameras, cell phones, SLR’s, Flip, etc.) is strictly prohibited during classes and competition. This is to enforce the children’s safety and privacy, as well as protecting the work of choreographers and faculty.

At our convention we offer 3 full scholarships for stand out students throughout the weekend.  To be consider you must participate at least Saturday and Sunday.  These are dancers who showcase the values we hold highest.  Working hard, taking constructive corrections, expanding their knowledge by trying new things and joining as many classes and styles as possible.

To redeem scholarships, please email us at info@dancedrivenevents.com.

We run our Fall Sale in conjunction with PFD’s.  This sale will run from 10.05.2023 – 10.15.2023.

We have our Early Bird Pricing after that until 11.30.2023.

For every studio that signs up, one director/teacher registration is free.  For every 10 dancers a studio registers, they will get another free director/teacher registration.  This does not need to be added to the checkout, it will happen automatically.

  • Studio Registration Packets must be picked up by a Studio’s Director or Teacher.  No Parent or Dancer will be allowed to do so.
  • Dance Driven LLC, staff, instructors, and/or representatives are not liable for personal injuries or loss/damage to personal property.
  • Wristbands must be worn at all times during the event.  Anyone without a wristband will be denied access to the event.  Lost or damaged wristbands will require an additional fee up to the full registration price.  Wristbands may not be given or shared to another dancer
  • All ages are determined as of January 1, 2024
  • Viedotaping is not allowed when classes are in session.
  • By registering for Dance Driven, you grant Dance Driven the right to use your image
  • Dance Driven reserves the right to refuse admittance, or have anyone removed from the event who is disruptive or acts in a manner that is unacceptable.
Safety
Health & Safety
Enjoy A Safe Event

Dance Driven will be following all health and safety protocol at each event location. The Dena’ina Center will take all precautions to maintain a healthy and safe environment for all attendees.

If a participant of Dance Driven Convention is in need of first aid, please see a Dance Driven Staff member at the registration/merchandise booth.

Please make sure all personal items are against the perimeter of the ballroom at all times to avoid injury.

All dancers under the age of 16 who are registered for Dance Driven’s Convention must be accompanied by an adult of a legal age.

All dancers registered for the workshop must complete and sign a Dance Driven Waivers to participate.