IMG_3618.jpeg
IMG_3633.jpeg
IMG_3619.jpeg
IMG_3624.jpeg
IMG_3625.jpeg
6103DE96-3B55-4A0B-9824-4FB5606B7E7C.jpeg
IMG_3630.jpeg
IMG_3623.jpeg
IMG_3616.png
IMG_3621.jpeg
IMG_3620.jpeg
IMG_3617.jpeg
IMG_5283.jpeg
IMG_5265.jpeg
IMG_4297.jpeg
IMG_4156.jpeg
IMG_5274.jpeg
IMG_7036.jpeg
IMG_5273.jpeg
IMG_5277.jpeg
IMG_5282.jpeg
IMG_1990.PNG

Auditions 2024-2025

All dancer must fill out competition team application below. This is due by July 15 by 5:00pm

NEW DANCERS

Auditions: Call for private audition information.

Audition Fee for ages 7 & Up is $25.00
All black dance attire required for the audition.
Please arrive 15 minutes early to register your dancer and give them time to stretch.

UPDATES: Below you will find the audition videos for our 2024/2025 competition teams.  Please learn all the material in the video for your age. We are looking for potential not perfection, do your best and good luck :)

• NEW STUDENTS ONLY: Students will be evaluated in Ballet Technique, Flexibility and Across the floor skills such as leaps, turns and acrobatic skills.

• NEW STUDENTS ONLY AUDITION SOLO: Students will be asked to prepare a 1 minute solo. The solo performance will be 60 seconds long. In this short time you have to show the judges who you are as a dancer. To make sure you’re truly showcasing all that you have to offer, prepare and practice your solo far in advance of the audition.

It’s fine to choreograph the dance yourself, or have a coach or instructor do it for you. Focus on showing your personality in the dance, and tricks are cool but they aren’t everything. Make sure both your technical precision and presentation skills are as well-developed as they can be. And when the time comes to perform, take a deep breath, smile and go for it, knowing you’ve prepared as best you could.

Music should be turned in the day before auditions. Please email music to JoiRiley@danceforjoi.com

• Results will be emailed the following day.

COMPETITION TEAM

The majority of our students dance at the recreational level, and we offer a wide variety of instructional, technique-focused weekly classes with a professional year-end show for them.

But for the student who desires something more, our dance studio has a competition dance team that allows for more performance opportunities and training at dance competitions and conventions.

Our goal for them is to have a competitive, positive, and extremely self-driven group of dancers that are very focused on dance and desire to better themselves while being team players. ALL DANCERS MUST AUDITION or be invited before they are selected for the team (even if you have been accepted before you will need to re-audition each season).

More Information
 

ABOUT DFJDC COMP TEAM

 Our routines have won specialty awards for choreography, technique, stage presence, and entertainment. Awards are fun, but our main goal is to see growth in all of our dancers on and off the stage. It is our mission and goal to develop work ethic, dedication, and drive in our dancers that will serve them well through their dance careers and carry over into all of their future endeavors in LIFE. The team competes in 2-3 regional competitions every year. Attendance at all competitions is mandatory for every competitor. Competitors are also required to attend at least one convention per year.

Requirements

You cannot “pick” which pieces you want to be placed in. All casting decisions are made by the Director and the audition panel. Your piece placement is based off of your audition, your previous training, your prior class attendance and work ethic, and your Summer class involvement. Each Team Member is a reflection of the studio. Team Members are expected to set good examples through attendance, dress code and work ethic. Each season is a nine month commitment. Team Members will have a personalized monthly payment plan to include all of their season’s fees. Payment will start late July.

Ages 4-7

Our Mini Team is created for our young competitive dancer. Dancers range between 4-6 years old and are able to focus while following directions in class. Dancers should have previous dance class experience before being considered for this team. If your dancer may be interested in this team, please see your child's teacher or contact our office manager to set up a private evaluation.

  • Students who are invited do NOT have to audition. Other dancer must set up an private evaluation with Miss.Joi 202-236-4045.

  • Must take 3 hours of dance a week during this upcoming season. ( Combo Class, Acro, Hip Hop & Choreography)

  • Summer classes are strongly encouraged & choreography camp is mandatory.

Ages 7-10

Our Petite Team created for dancers ages 7-9 years old. These dancers will take class at least 4 times per week and should have former dance experience.

  • Tryout is required $25.00 audition fee.

  • Must take 3-4 hours of dance a week in the upcoming season. ( Ballet, Hip Hop, Tap, Acro, Jazz)

  • Must have 3.0 GPA

  • ALL DANCERS MUST AUDITION for their group routine.

  • Dancer ages 7-18 must complete an Audition Application prior to auditions.

  • Summer Classes are strongly encouraged & Choreography Camp is mandatory.

Ages 10-12

Our Junior Team created for dancers ages 10-12 years old. These dancers will take class 3-5 times per week and should have former dance experience.

  • Tryout is required and Interview Process. $25.00 audition fee.

  • Must take 3-4 hours of dance a week. ( Ballet, Tap, Hip Hop, Acro, Jazz)

  • Must have 3.0 GPA

  • ALL DANCERS MUST AUDITION or be invited for each routine.

  • Summer Classes are strongly encouraged & Choreography Camp is mandatory.

  • Dancer ages 7-18 must complete an Audition Application prior to auditions.

Ages 13-17

Our Teen Team created for dancers ages 13-17 years old. These dancers are encouraged to take class 4-5 times per week.

  • Tryout is required and Interview Process. $25.00 audition fee.

  • Must take 3-4 hours of dance a week. ( Ballet, Tap, Hip Hop, Acro, Jazz)

  • Must have experience performing in at least one recital prior to being eligible.

  • Must have 3.0 GPA

  • Summer Classes are strongly encouraged & Choreography Camp is mandatory.

  • Dancer ages 7-18 must complete an Audition Application prior to auditions.

HELPFUL TIP!

  • “Jazz” choreography consists of many different styles including Lyrical, Contemporary, Character and Musical Theater

  • If you are placed in a MINI DANCER routine (ages 4-6) piece, you are required to take… Acro, Combo Class, Choreography & Hip Hop

  • If you are placed in a piece that has JAZZ choreography, you are required to take…Jazz & Ballet classes at your level (classes may meet multiple times per week if needed)

  • If you are placed in a piece that has TAP choreography, you are required to take…1 Tap class at your level.

  • If you are placed in a piece that has HIP-HOP choreography, you are required to take…1 Hip-hop class at your level.