Commit to Excellence, Growth, and Teamwork Join Marietta’s Premier Competition Dance Team
Take your dance skills to the next level with Marietta Dance Academy’s Competition Team! Open to dancers ages 6-18, our team offers an inspiring environment where members enhance their technique, perform on competitive stages, and grow as individuals. From regional and national competitions to exclusive workshops with guest choreographers, this team is built on a foundation of teamwork, responsibility, and a shared passion for dance.
Get more information about what it takes to be part of Marietta Dance Academy's top-level dancers today!
Why Join the Marietta Dance Academy Competition Team?
Members of the Marietta Dance Academy Competition Team receive specialized training in technique, choreography, stage presence, and teamwork. With guidance from expert instructors, dancers strengthen their skills in a supportive yet challenging environment—helping them grow as confident performers.
Our team participates in regional and national competitions, attends dance conventions, and works with renowned guest choreographers. These experiences offer dancers the chance to shine on stage, connect with the broader dance community, and learn from the best in the industry.
Being part of our Competition Team goes beyond dance. Dancers cultivate responsibility, time management, and teamwork while forming lasting friendships. These skills prepare them for success both inside and outside the studio, shaping them into well-rounded individuals.
Be Part of Something Extraordinary
Joining the Marietta Dance Academy Competition Team is an exciting opportunity for dedicated dancers ages 6-18. This program is designed for individuals who are ready to embrace the commitment, discipline, and teamwork that come with competitive dance. While there are no specific minimum experience requirements, dancers are evaluated through an annual audition process. During auditions, our instructors assess technique, stage presence, performance potential, and a willingness to grow within a team environment.
Accepted team members commit to a schedule that includes rehearsals, competitions, conventions, and performances throughout the year. We prioritize dancers who exhibit not only skill and enthusiasm but also kindness, responsibility, and a positive attitude toward their teammates. Our Competition Team represents Marietta Dance Academy’s core values of excellence, respect, and teamwork, competing on stages regionally and nationally while making lifelong memories.
Why Families Love Marietta Dance Academy
Our classes emphasize modest costumes, family-friendly music, and tasteful choreography, ensuring every child feels comfortable and confident. Parents trust us to create a supportive space where creativity flourishes, and young dancers can truly shine.
Our experienced teachers are passionate about guiding students of all ages and skill levels. They create a positive, encouraging environment where dancers feel supported and motivated to grow in both technique and confidence.
With shock-absorbing dance floors, Air Purifiers, and rigorous cleaning protocols, our studio is designed for comfort and safety. Families can focus on the joy of dance, knowing we take every measure to provide a healthy, secure environment.
Marietta Dance Academy is more than a studio—it’s a place where families come together. Through classes, performances, and community events, students and parents alike build meaningful connections that last well beyond the dance floor.
Accelerate Your Growth and Build Confidence
Joining the Marietta Dance Academy Competition Team gives dancers in Marietta, OH, unmatched opportunities to advance their skills and grow as performers. Through focused training sessions led by experienced instructors, dancers develop stronger technique, precision, and stage presence. Each rehearsal is intentionally designed to challenge and inspire, helping team members push past limits and reach new milestones.
Performing at regional competitions, national showcases, and local events provides a powerful confidence boost that goes beyond the classroom. These live experiences ignite a sense of accomplishment and pride in each dancer. Additionally, being part of this dedicated team fosters lifelong friendships and connections with others who share the same drive and passion for dance. At Marietta Dance Academy, every dancer is supported in becoming their best—both on and off the stage.
Enduring Benefits for Passionate Dancers
he experience of being part of the Marietta Dance Academy Competition Team leaves a lasting impact that extends far beyond the studio. For many dancers in Marietta, OH, it opens doors to future opportunities such as scholarships for college dance programs, professional performance careers, and roles in the arts. The discipline, focus, and perseverance gained through consistent training and competitive performances build a foundation for success in any endeavor.
In addition to technical growth, dancers cultivate leadership, collaboration, and time-management skills that serve them throughout their lives. The connections they build—friendships, mentorships, and shared memories—form a supportive network that stays with them for years to come. At Marietta Dance Academy, the lessons learned on stage and behind the scenes create not only exceptional dancers but well-rounded individuals prepared for any path they choose.
Testimonials from Our Competition Team Community
Hear directly from the families of our Competition Team members about their experiences at Marietta Dance Academy. These genuine reviews showcase the growth, support, and sense of accomplishment that dancers and their families have found through our program. From skill development to lifelong friendships, our community’s feedback highlights the meaningful impact of being part of the MDA family.
I have two daughters who have danced at MDA for 6 years! They also are on the competition team! We were immediately welcomed by everyone on staff and by our fellow dance families. Over the years, my daughters have gained many friends who I believe will be lifelong friends, they have learned discipline, respect and gained a tremendous amount of self confidence in addition to learning what it means to be a teammate and they have fun. We love our dance family, the studio director and highly recommend MDA to anyone looking for a dance studio. The costumes, music and dances are always age appropriate, the dancers are challenged but at the same time guided so that they are the best dancers they can be.
My daughter danced with Marietta Dance Academy for 10+ years. I really can't say enough good things about the studio, staff, and owner/instructor, Jill Ruff. Our experiences there were always positive. As a mother you see and learn a lot by being around the "dance biz" for that many years. I'm so grateful that we found MDA when my daughter was starting her dance career. She not only received high-quality instruction with a strong emphasis on proper form, (which is so important to learn as a beginner) she also gained self-confidence, poise, a strong work ethic, and organizational skills that helped her become successful not only as a dancer, but as a student as well. I truly believe her educational success, particularly throughout high school and now in college, has been positively influenced by her experiences as a dance student at Marietta Dance Academy. She and I are both so grateful for the lifelong memories and friends we made together at MDA!
Can’t recommend any more highly. My daughter took class here & competed for 16 years. She learned more than dance, how to lead & be responsible. Miss Jill was her mentor in all aspects of her life. If you want to raise a lovely lady this is the studio for you.
I love the dedication that MDA has to each dancer and I feel as though my girls are being taught that hard work pays off! it is a great balance of learning, stucture and feeling loved and supported at the same time.
Top notch in every way!! The dance instruction, attention to detail, choreography, costumes.... girls treated with respect yet high expectations for hard work. It pays off with great friendships and national awards!!
Get more information about what it takes to be part of Marietta Dance Academy's top-level dancers today!
FAQs
Being part of the Competition Team helps dancers grow both technically and personally. In addition to advancing their dance skills, members develop essential life skills like teamwork, time management, and responsibility. They also gain valuable stage experience, confidence, and lifelong friendships.
Rehearsals are typically held once a week, with additional sessions scheduled as competitions or performances approach. Members also attend conventions and work with guest choreographers, making a dedicated commitment to both regular practice and event participation essential.
Families are responsible for competition entry fees, costumes, travel expenses, and convention fees. We offer fundraising opportunities to help offset costs, and a detailed breakdown of expenses is provided to all team members upon joining.
Auditions happen in August and involve a comprehensive evaluation of technique, performance skills, and potential. Dancers are assessed on their ability to execute choreography, their stage presence, and how well they collaborate within a team environment.
Dancers are required to wear all black, appropriate dance attire, such as leotards, fitted tops, and leggings, along with specific footwear for each style of dance. Hair must be neatly secured to ensure a professional appearance and ease of movement.
Unique Perks of the MDA Competition Team
Work with industry-leading choreographers who bring fresh perspectives and unique routines, giving dancers an edge on stage.
Experience the excitement of traveling to competitions and conventions, creating unforgettable memories along the way.
Showcase your skills at diverse events—from local showcases to high-energy national competitions.
Be part of a team that inspires and represents Marietta through positive performances and community involvement.
Get more information about what it takes to be part of Marietta Dance Academy's top-level dancers today!