KIO Dance Studio: Competitive Team Information 2026-2027 Season

Competitive dance at KIO is designed for dedicated dancers ready to elevate their skills through hard work, sportsmanship, and teamwork. Our program focuses on building confidence, technical excellence, and lifelong friendships.

Team Pathways & Commitment Levels

Three Dancer levels: Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3. With Level 3 designed for our most technically advanced dancers.

Full Team (Ages 5–18)

• Commitment: 6–10+ hours/week in class (Mon, Wed, Thu).
• Requirements: Strength training, Ballet, TLF, additional event performances, summer training, and Nationals.
• Performances: 3–4 Regionals, additional event performances, multiple conventions/workshops, and Full Team Line.

 Intro Team (Ages 5–18)

• Commitment: 3–6 hours/week in class (2–3 days).
• Requirements: Ballet, TLF/Strength, additional event performances, summer training, and Intro Team group number.
• Performances: 2–3 Regionals.
• Optional: Nationals and conventions.

Super Senior (Ages 18–19 / Recent Graduates)

• Commitment: 4–8 hours/week in class. Focus on Full Team Line and selected groups.
• Requirements: Strength/TLF. Ballet is highly recommended.
• Performances: 2–4 Regionals.
• Optional: Nationals and conventions.

Adult Team (Ages 18+)

• Commitment: 3–6 hours/week in class (Tue/Thu). Separate from the youth program.
• Performances: 1–2 Regionals.
• Optional: Nationals and conventions.

Questions regarding levels or the evaluation process? Please contact us at kickitoutdance@gmail.com for assistance.

We look forward to seeing you on the dance floor!

Evaluation Schedule & Process

Dates: June 10 & 11, 2026 | Location: Studio 3

Pre-Registration: Must be completed & paid online prior to attendance.

Important Evaluation Notes:

• Packet: Once pre-registered, you will receive a registration packet via email. Bring the completed packet to your evaluation.
• Invite Only: Solos, duos, trios, and special groups are by invitation. Invitations are emailed 2 weeks prior; dancers must prepare 6 eight-counts of self-choreography.
• Alternative Options: Private/semi-private evaluations available at an additional fee. Email kickitoutdance@gmail.com  to schedule.

Key Policies

• Attendance: High attendance is mandatory. Missing the week of a competition results in ineligibility for that event.  Regular attendance issues will be addressed case-by-case at discretion of the Director and Lead Competition Instructor.
• Placements: Staff selects all levels (1, 2, or 3) and classes.
• Team Commitment: Families are required to attend all scheduled team events and uphold the organization’s sportsmanship standards.
• Financial Commitment:  Families are responsible for the full season's tuition upon enrollment; students that drop will be responsible to continue full season payment.
• Injuries: Participation post-injury/illness is at the discretion of the Director and Physician.

Financial Overview (Approximate Costs)

Registration fee, Evaluation fee and Media fee must be paid prior to evaluation.

Tuition: Billed monthly. Accounts must be current by Dec 1st to continue participation.

Shoes: All shoes must be ordered by our vendors to ensure uniformity.

Class Attire:  Requirements are available from our vendors.

Volunteer Policy: ALL Volunteers need to have a completed background check assessed.  Event dates will be added to the studio calendar as they are finalized. If you need to rescind a volunteer commitment, please email Sara (saram.kickitout@gmail.com) and CC Ms. Denise (kickitoutdance@gmail.com).