2025 National Final Outline will be available on May 30th.
Props
Venue requires a dock master for any props being loaded and unloaded from the loading dock area. Please plan accordingly to the schedule below. There will be prop storage available located backstage.
Date: Loading Dock Open:
Monday, June 24th 12:00pm-4:00pm
Wednesday, June 26th 7:00am-11:00am
Friday, June 28th 2:30pm-6:30pm
Saturday, June 29th 4:30pm-8:30pm
Master Classes/Registration
Master Classes begin Tuesday, June 25th through Friday, June 28th. Schedule can be found by clicking on the registration link. Only teachers can take/observe classes with their VIP badges. Master Class awards will follow, parents are welcome to join at this time.
All Access Package 3 Classes $70
(All Access Package cannot be purchased on site, online only)
A la carte $45/per class
**NEW – IMPROV COMPETITION
Will take place on Friday, June 28th at 8:30pm. Dancers will be split into two age divisions (12 & under and 13 & over) and freestyle to randomly selected pieces of music. Dancers may wear whatever they feel most comfortable in.
Master Class and Improv Competition registration deadline is Thursday, June 20th.
Dancers can pick up their Master Class numbers at our Retail booth beginning Monday, June 26th at 4:15pm. Individual classes can only be purchased on site from our Retail booth, they are $45.00 per class.
REGISTER:
Teacher’s Vouchers/VIP Badges
Concession vouchers can be redeemed at the concession stands located across from the Exploration Hall. VIP badges allow you go to backstage, take/observe master classes, and sit in the reserved teacher rows.
Teacher Reception Party
Monday, June 24th – 8:30pm-10:00pm
(Public House – Terrace)
We cordially invite you and your teachers to join CRU Dance’s Director’s, Sean and Kate, for a private reception party. A great time to connect with others, relax, and kick off Nationals week! Cocktails and Hors D’oeuvres to be served.
Dancer Welcome Party
Monday, June 24th – 8:00pm-9:00pm
(Exploration Hall)
Dancers come join us to kick off our National Finals week with an evening of pizza, DJ, dance floor, and fun just for YOU! Dancers only. Dress to impress with dresses and dress shirts!
CRU Dance Spirit Days
Have your dancers, parents, teachers get involved and show us your spirit. Dress according to the theme each day below. All submissions must be posted on the main studio’s Instagram account. Tag @CRUDance and use hashtag #CRUDanceSpirit. Submissions must be posted by 5:00pm each day. The winner will be based upon creativity and will receive a $500 studio scholarship.
Tuesday, June 25th (Decades Day)
Time-Travel through the Decades and have your studio pick a certain decade to represent.
Task: Create a reel that shows off what that decade was known for, get everyone involved.
Wednesday, June 26th (Tropical Day)
Whether you are a tourist on the beach, lifeguard, or Floridian, bring the sun vibes!
Task: Create a reel to “California Gurls” by Kate Perry.
Thursday, June 27th (Disney Day)
Add some Disney magic to your studio. Select a Disney Movie and dress up!
Task: Create a reel to your Disney movie choice.
Friday, June 28th (Studio Spirit Day)
We want to see your Studio Spirit with studio colors, signs, give aways to other studios.
Task: Create a reel that shows off your studio spirit gear and studio pride.
Midweek Teacher Mimosa’s
Wednesday, June 26th – 10:00am-1:00pm
You’ve made it to the middle of the week so let’s celebrate with your favorite brunch themed cocktail! Your voucher may be used to redeem your complimentary Mimosa.
Simply visit the bar outside of the Exploration Hall between 10:00am-1:00pm to redeem, CHEERS!
National Company Dancer Recognition
Friday, June 29th – 5:30pm-5:45pm
(Main Stage)
Any dancer that was selected at our regional events for our Heart & Soul Dance Company or The CRU National Performance Company is invited to attend. A complimentary pretzel party will be offered, and dancers will have their photo taken with our National Company backdrop.
Entertainment Showdown & Choreography Review
Saturday, June 29th – 9:00am-11:00am
All routines are eligible to be nominated for our Entertainment Showdown and Choreography Review at our National Finals. When a piece is nominated, it will be announced at that routine’s award ceremony and will re-perform on Saturday, June 29th.
Senior Recognition
Will take place on Saturday, June 29th at 3:00pm, before the final award ceremony. We welcome all graduating seniors on stage to say a few words and be recognized for their achievements.
Ultimate Showcase
The top 2 in each category (solo, duet/trio, small group, large group, line, production) per level (novice, intermediate, elite), per 12 & under and 13 & over age division makes it into the Ultimate Showcase. These routines will re-perform on Saturday, June 29th against all other routines in their level, regardless of age. We will announce the top 10 highest scoring routines in each level.
Routines advancing into the Ultimate Showcase will be announced at the awards when that age division/level has been completed. These results will also be posted at our Retail booth. The final Ultimate Showcase performance line up will be emailed to owners and posted on Friday evening by 9:00pm.
12 & Under Novice (includes: mini, petite, junior):
Top 2: Solo Announced Wednesday 11:30am Awards #1
Top 2: Duet/Trio Announced Thursday 11:15am Awards #1
Top 2: Small Groups Announced Thursday 6:35pm Awards #2
Top 2: Large Groups Announced Friday 10:45am Awards #1
Top 2: Lines
Top 2: Productions Announced Friday 10:45am Awards #1
12 & Under Intermediate (includes: mini, petite, junior):
Top 2: Solo Announced Wednesday 11:30am Awards #1
Top 2: Duet/Trio Announced Thursday 11:15am Awards #1
Top 2: Small Groups Announced Thursday 6:35pm Awards #2
Top 2: Large Groups Announced Friday 10:45am Awards #1
Top 2: Lines Announced Friday 10:45am Awards #1
Top 2: Productions Announced Friday 10:45am Awards #1
12 & Under Elite (includes: mini, petite, junior):
Top 2: Solo Announced Wednesday 11:30am Awards #1
Top 2: Duet/Trio Announced Thursday 11:15am Awards #1
Top 2: Small Groups Announced Thursday 6:35pm Awards #2
Top 2: Large Groups Announced Friday 10:45am Awards #1
Top 2: Lines
Top 2: Productions
13 & Over Novice (includes: teen/senior):
Top 2: Solo Announced Tuesday 9:30pm Awards #3
Top 2: Duet/Trio Announced Wednesday 6:30pm Awards #2
Top 2: Small Groups Announced Thursday 6:45pm Awards #2
Top 2: Large Groups
Top 2: Lines Announced Friday 4:30pm Awards #2
Top 2: Productions
13 & Over Intermediate (includes: teen/senior):
Top 2: Solo Announced Wednesday 9:40pm Awards #3
Top 2: Duet/Trio Announced Friday 4:30pm Awards #2
Top 2: Small Groups Announced Thursday 9:25pm Awards #3
Top 2: Large Groups Announced Friday 4:30pm Awards #2
Top 2: Lines Announced Friday 4:30pm Awards #2
Top 2: Productions Announced Friday 4:30pm Awards #2
13 & Over Elite (includes: teen/senior):
Top 2: Solo Announced Wednesday 6:30pm Awards #2
Top 2: Duet/Trio Announced Wednesday 6:30pm Awards #2
Top 2: Small Groups Announced Thursday 9:25pm Awards #3
Top 2: Large Groups Announced Friday 4:30pm Awards #2
Top 2: Lines Announced Friday 4:30pm Awards #2
Top 2: Productions
Dressing Rooms
Nothing can be left in the dressing rooms overnight; CRU Dance is not responsible and venue’s cleaning staff will remove all items. No assigned dressing rooms, please remind parents/dancers to be respectful of other studios. No males allowed in girls dressing room. No females allowed in boys dressing room.
Photo/Video
Absolutely no photography or videography allowed. Violators of this rule will be asked to leave the premises. This is for the safety of your dancers and choreography. Photos and videos can be viewed on the DanceBug App and purchased at www.dancebug.com .
Live Stream
Have family and friends that cannot attend in person, no worries! CRU Dance 2024 National Finals will be livestreamed directly on our website and on the DanceBug app.
www.crudance.com/live-stream
Important: Please be mindful that optimum streaming will rely solely on the strength of the WIFI signal at the host venue. Several factors including WIFI, weather conditions, and/or technical difficulties may affect viewing quality and/or interruptions in service. These are factors that are beyond CRU Dance and DanceBug’s control and as such we appreciate everyone’s patience should the service be affected.
Master Classes
Absolutely FREE complimentary master classes for all National Company Dancers.
Non-Company dancers can purchase a la carte or purchase our total access package. To purchase, please go to our retail table.
A La Carte
$30/per master class
$50/LA Studio’s Premier master class
Total Value = $230
OR
Total Access Package
$150 for ALL 6 master classes & LA Studio’s premier master class
Total Access Package Savings = $80!
Scholarships & prizes will be awarded in each master class.
LA Studio’s Premier Master Class / Opening Number
There will be a 12 & Under master class and a 13 & Over master class. Any dancer that participates in the master class will automatically be in the opening number, will perform before the National Companies Showcase on Saturday & Sunday.
Dancers participating in this premier master class should bring black leggings, black top, and black jazz shoes to perform.
Master Class Schedule
Tuesday, June 25th
3:00pm-4:00pm
12 & Under – Hip Hop, Dance Studio
13 & Over – Hip Hop, Cafeteria
4:00pm-5:00pm
12 & Under – Musical Theater, Dance Studio
13 & Over – Musical Theater, Cafeteria
Wednesday, June 26th
12:30pm-1:30pm
12 & Under – Jazz, Dance Studio
13 & Over – Jazz, Cafeteria
5:30pm-6:30pm
12 & Under – Lyrical, Dance Studio
13 & Over – Lyrical, Cafeteria
Thursday, June 27th
12:30pm-1:30pm
12 & Under – Jazz Funk, Dance Studio
13 & Over – Tap, Cafeteria
6:30pm-7:30pm
12 & Under – Contemporary, Dance Studio
13 & Over – Contemporary, Cafeteria
Friday, June 28th
8:00am-9:00am
12 & Under – LA Studio’s, Cafeteria
9:00am-10:00am
13 & Over – LA Studio’s, Cafeteria
10:30am-12:00pm
Opening Number Rehearsal, Cafeteria
Live Stream
Don’t miss out on the 2019 CRU Dance National Finals action! Keep up with CRU Dance 2019 Nationals by accessing the 24/7 livestream here on our website.
Be sure to let your friends and family from afar know!
Important – Please be mindful that optimum streaming will rely solely on the strength of the WIFI signal at the host venue. Several factors including WIFI strength, weather conditions, and/or technical difficulties may affect viewing quality and/or interruptions in service. These are factors that are beyond CRU Dance and DanceBug’s control and as such we appreciate everyone’s patience should service be affected.