2025 Auditions for Competition Teams – May 29, 2025
Preschool Dance
Get ready to jump, twirl, and groove in this fun-filled, interactive dance class designed just for little movers! Through playful games, lively music, and teamwork, your child will explore the magic of dance while building important skills like:
Flexibility – Stretch and reach like a star!
Balance – Stand tall and steady on your dancing feet!
Rhythm – Clap, stomp, and move to the beat!
Body Awareness – Learn how to move with confidence and control!
Perfect for tiny dancers ages 3-5, this class is a fantastic way to introduce movement in a joyful, supportive environment. Come dance with us and let’s make some magical moves together! 
Preschool Tumble
Calling all little gymnasts! This exciting class is the perfect way for young tumblers to build strength, confidence, and coordination while learning the basics of gymnastics. With plenty of hands-on support, we’ll help your child develop the skills needed for tricks like:
Handstands – Reach for the sky!
Backbends – Bend and stretch with ease!
Cartwheels – Spin and flip with confidence!
Through guided practice, fun activities, and skill-building exercises, your child will gain the strength and technique to master these moves safely. Designed for ages 3-5, this class is a fantastic way to encourage movement, confidence, and a love for tumbling! 
Mini Dance
Let’s jump, spin, and dance our hearts out! This high-energy class is perfect for young dancers ages 4-6, building a strong foundation in movement while keeping things fun and exciting.
Balance – Stay steady and strong on your feet!
Coordination – Move with grace and control!
Rhythm – Feel the beat and dance to the music!
Movement FUN – Express yourself through dance!
With engaging activities, playful music, and lots of encouragement, this class helps little dancers gain confidence and skills in a supportive, joy-filled environment. Let’s dance, twirl, and shine! 
Beginning Dance
Ready to take your dance skills to the next level? This fun yet structured class is designed for dancers ages 5-8 who are ready to build on their foundation of movement. While we recommend having a season in Mini Dance first, all enthusiastic beginners are welcome!
What We’ll Learn:
Balance – Stay steady and strong! Coordination – Move with confidence and control! Rhythm – Feel the beat and dance to it! Flexibility – Stretch and strengthen your body!
With upbeat music, exciting movement exercises, and a supportive environment, this class helps young dancers grow their skills while having a blast. Let’s move, groove, and dance our way to success!
Beginning Tumble
This high-energy class is perfect for young tumblers ages 5-8 who are ready to build strength, confidence, and trust in their skills! We’ll focus on mastering key tumbling tricks with proper technique and body control, including:
Front & Back Walkovers – Smooth, strong, and controlled!
Cartwheels – Perfecting form and technique!
Handspring Skills – Power up your tumbling!
Aerial Skills – Take your tricks to the next level!
With expert guidance and a fun, supportive environment, students will develop the strength and trust needed to execute these skills safely and confidently. Let’s flip, twist, and tumble our way to success!
Recreation Teams
Join our Recreation Dance Teams and experience the joy of dancing in all styles! These teams train twice a week, exploring a new dance style each week for a well-rounded, exciting journey into the world of dance.
Why Join? Learn Multiple Dance Styles – Ballet, jazz, hip-hop, contemporary & more!
Perform at Fun Events – Show off your skills at parades, studio events, and recitals! Grow Your Confidence – Dance in a supportive and energetic environment!
Recreation Team Levels: Divas (Ages 5-8) – Young dancers building a strong foundation! Elate (Ages 9-12) – Growing dancers ready for new challenges! Edge (Ages 13+) – Advanced dancers refining their skills!
With two annual recitals and exciting performance opportunities, our Rec Teams are perfect for dancers who love to move, express, and perform! Come dance with us and be part of the fun!
Comp Team Prep
Dreaming of joining the MDC Comp Team? This is the perfect class to prepare for auditions and train in everything competitive dance! Whether you’re curious about competing or ready to take your skills to the next level, this class will help you feel confident and prepared.
What You’ll Learn: Technical Skills – Master the moves required for auditions! Performance Skills – Bring energy and expression to every routine!
Competitive Expectations – Learn what it takes to be part of a winning team!
This class is a great way to train, grow, and decide if competitive dance is right for you—no commitment, just an exciting opportunity to challenge yourself! Give it a try and see if you’re ready to take the stage and compete with MDC!
Drill Team Prep
Are you getting ready to try out for a drill team or already on one and want to level up your skills? This class is designed to help dancers meet the demands of drill life with strength, precision, and confidence!
Why Join Drill Team Prep?
Audition Readiness – Learn the skills needed to stand out at tryouts! Technique & Precision – Master sharp movements, turns, and kicks! Performance Power – Build endurance, confidence, and stage presence! Insider Knowledge – Train with experienced coaches who have danced and coached drill teams!
At MDC, we love drill teams and know what it takes to succeed in every routine. Whether you’re preparing for your first tryout or looking to excel as a current team member, this class will give you the tools to crush it on the floor!
Ballet
Step into the elegance and discipline of ballet, the timeless art form that builds strength, technique, and grace—essential for all styles of dance! This class focuses on:
Proper Form & Technique – Master poise, posture, and precision! Strength & Flexibility – Develop powerful yet graceful movement! Classical Training – Dance to beautiful, inspiring music!
Our state-of-the-art ballet studio features marley flooring, surrounding barres, and mirrors to create the perfect space for learning and growth. With ballet classes available for dancers ages 6-18, we offer training suited to every level of experience.
Join us and build a strong dance foundation while embracing the beauty of ballet!
Competition Teams
Our Movement Competition Teams are designed for dedicated dancers ready to push their skills to the next level! These teams train extensively in:
Ballet Jazz Hip Hop Contemporary / Lyrical Technique Tumbling
By audition only, these teams require a serious commitment to year-round training—a passion for the art and the drive to succeed! Dancers practice 6 hours weekly, perfecting their craft in a supportive, focused environment.
What You’ll Experience: 3-4 Competitions – Show off your skills and compete with the best! Special Performances – Perform at exciting events and showcases! 2 Annual Recitals – Be part of our major recital performances!
Audition Clinics are on May 27th & 28th. If you’re ready to take your dance journey to the next level, we want to see you shine on the MDC Competition Team! 
Technique Class
Ready to take your turns and leaps to the next level? Our Technique Class is designed to help dancers of all levels master the footwork, body alignment, and movement lines that create flawless performance in every style of dance!
What You’ll Focus On: Turns – Improve your precision and control! Leaps – Jump higher and land with power! Body Alignment – Master proper posture for graceful movement! Footwork – Achieve perfect placement for clean, strong steps!
Whether you’re preparing to shine as a team dancer, soloist, or auditioning for professional opportunities, this class is perfect for helping dancers advance their technique and take their skills to the next level! Open to dancers 6 years and up, come refine your craft and achieve your dance goals!
Contemporary Class
Let your body speak and your creativity flow in our Contemporary Class, where there are no rules, no limits—just pure, expressive movement! This style of dance is all about freedom, emotion, and exploring how you can tell a story through your body.
What You’ll Experience: Expressive Movement – Let go and move from the heart! Freedom from Structure – No need to worry about rigid technique, just dance!
Storytelling – Use your body to share emotions and tell powerful stories!
If you love exploring new ways to move, express yourself, and break free from traditional dance boundaries, this is the class for you! Come dance without limits and let your creativity shine!
Jazz Class
Turn up the energy and bring the sass in our Jazz Class! This upbeat and fun style of dance combines classic jazz techniques with modern trends, all set to the latest pop music that keeps you moving to the beat.
What You’ll Learn: Kicks – Master sharp, strong kicks that pop! Leaps – Jump high and land with style!
Turns – Spin and twirl with precision and power!
Jazz blends elements of ballet, drill team, professional dance teams, and dance companies, giving you a well-rounded foundation in both classic and contemporary styles. Whether you’re performing with a team or on your own, this class is perfect for dancers who love to express themselves with energy, flair, and style! Let’s dance with attitude!
Hip Hop Class
At MDC, Hip Hop is more than just a dance style – it’s a vibe, a culture, and a movement! We’re all about bringing the energy, attitude, and creativity that Hip Hop represents. From the latest rap and R&B hits to iconic grooves, our classes explore the diverse styles within Hip Hop and teach you how to move with confidence and style.
What You’ll Experience: Hip Hop Music – Groove to the beats of your favorite rap and R&B songs!
Vibrant Styles – Explore popping, locking, breaking, and freestyling! Storytelling through Dance – Express the story and emotion behind the music!
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced dancer, our Hip Hop classes are designed for you to feel the music, express your unique style, and have a blast doing it. Let’s vibe together and bring the heat!
Acro
Get ready to bend, flip, and stretch your way to new heights in our Acro Class! Acrobatic moves combine the best of balance, agility, flexibility, and strength, giving you the power to perform amazing feats of movement.
What You’ll Master: Strength & Flexibility – Build the core power and flexibility needed for stunning acro moves! Balance & Agility – Improve your control for smooth, precise tricks! Dynamic Skills – Master aerials, backbends, handstands, and more!
This class will be held in our tumbling room, providing the perfect space to practice these gravity-defying skills in a safe, supportive environment. Whether you’re a beginner or already skilled, this class will help you grow your acrobatic abilities and add some serious flair to your dance routine! 
Spirit Tumble
Ready to flip, twist, and soar? Spirit Tumble focuses on perfecting advanced tumbling skills like back and front handsprings, tucks, whips, and all-direction aerials! This class is all about building strength, control, and confidence to execute these high-energy moves with precision.
What You’ll Master:
Back & Front Handsprings – Nail these fundamental yet powerful skills! Tucks & Whips – Add style and power to your flips! All-Direction Aerials – Master aerials with seamless execution!
Open to dancers 9 years and up, this class is perfect for those looking to level up their tumbling skills and take their abilities to new heights! Get ready to push your limits and tumble like a pro!
Advanced Tumble
Take your tumbling to elite levels in our Advanced Tumble class! Here, we focus on perfecting high-level skills, including all aerial directions, tucks, whips, and exploring new, exciting tricks to challenge both your mind and body.
What You’ll Perfect: Advanced Aerials – Master complex aerial tricks from every direction! Tucks & Whips – Strengthen your flips with sharper, more controlled movements! Mind & Body Challenge – Push past your limits with drills and techniques that test your mental and physical strength!
This class is for dedicated tumblers ready to take their skills to the next level. Get ready to challenge yourself and push your tumbling abilities to new heights! 
Point
Pointe is the pinnacle of ballet, where dancers soar on their toes in elegant yet demanding movements. This is an advanced class designed for those who have mastered the basics and are ready to take their technique to the next level.
What You’ll Need: Acceptance – Dancers must be accepted into this class after meeting specific requirements. Additional Ballet Training – You’ll need to take extra ballet classes to prepare for pointe. Pre-Pointe Class – Required prior to registration for those just beginning pointe (offered in summer for ages 9-12). Pointe Shoes – Dancers must purchase pointe shoes and train their feet and ankles for proper technique.
Age Requirement: Dancers must be 12 years old to begin pointe training.
This class is a commitment to strength, precision, and artistry—get ready to rise to new heights in ballet!