comp zone

Being part of a Studio Move competition team is a privilege and a commitment to your team, your teachers, and yourself. To keep things fair, supportive, and high-quality for everyone, all competition dancers are expected to meet the following guidelines.

Attendance & Commitment

• Outstanding attendance is required at all enrolled dance classes and troupe trainings.

• Competition dates are a priority. Dancers must show up prepared and on time for their team.

• Absences should be rare and communicated early. Consistent missed training affects the whole group.

• Troupe competitions in our calendar take priority over solo competitions and commitments.

Fees

• All fees must be paid on time and kept up to date.

• Ongoing overdue fees may affect a dancer’s ability to participate in competitions.

Team Behaviour & Representation

• Dancers must represent Studio Move positively at all competitions.

• This includes kind behaviour, good sportsmanship, respect for others and wearing the Studio Move competition jacket when required.

• We expect dancers to support their teammates on and off stage.

Work Ethic & Home Practice

• Competition dancers are expected to take responsibility for their learning by:

  • Practising at home

  • Learning choreography promptly

  • Taking corrections seriously

  • Coming to training prepared and focused

• For dancers under 10 years old, this responsibility sits with parents/caregivers.

  • Parents are expected to enable, support, and encourage home practice.

  • This includes helping dancers remember choreography, practising routines together, and creating time and space at home for practice.

• Strong work ethic and consistent home practice are essential to a dancer’s success and to not letting the team down.

Technical Training Requirements

To ensure dancers are prepared for competitions and keep improving technical standards, the following technical class requirements apply to all dancers doing a comp team in 2026:

Junior Competition Dancers

• Enrolled in one technical class (Ballet or Jazz exam or Lyrical/Contemp)

• Enrolled in Ballet Tech

Intermediate Competition Dancers

• Enrolled in two technical classes (Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary, or Musical Theatre)

• Enrolled in Ballet Tech

Senior Competition Dancers

• Enrolled in two technical classes (Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary, or Musical Theatre)

• Enrolled in Ballet Tech

Ballet Tech Alternative Option

• If a dancer cannot attend their scheduled Ballet Tech session, they may enrol in a lower-level Ballet class (based on age and grade) or a lower level Ballet Tech class. Please email us for help with this.

• This class cannot be their current level or a similar level.

• The purpose is to allow dancers to focus on technique, placement and corrections without pressure to keep up.

• No exceptions - this applies to everyone equally to keep things fair.

Troupe fees

What They Cover:

Our troupe fees are structured to be fair, affordable and great value, while covering the real cost of running our successful competition programme for the year. The fee is calculated using an average full-year cost and split evenly across four terms, making payments more manageable and predictable.

Troupe fees cover:

• All troupe staffing (including multiple teachers on some teams)

• Music purchase and editing

• Costume design and coordination

• Team management and communication

• All competition entry fees

• A Studio Move staff member at every competition

• Venue hire for troupe trainings

• Extra lessons held before Term 1

• April Intensive Camp Days

This approach avoids additional charges popping up throughout the year.

Please note:

• Ballet Tech fees are not included. Ballet Tech is $125/term for anyone, $100 for comp dancers.

• Costume fees are not included.

• Extras/Privates for catch-ups are not included.

Troupe fees are invoiced per term from Terms 1 - 4 and can be part-paid.

junior fee - $150/term

Inter fee - $160/term

Senior fee - $170/term

• Discounts apply for dancers doing multiple teams.

Our Commitment to You

When your dancer joins a Studio Move troupe, they become part of a programme that values quality, care, and great experiences - both on and off the stage. We are committed to providing an environment where dancers feel supported, challenged and proud to represent their team.

We commit to:

• A brand new, high-quality Studio Move competition jacket. Provided free for all troupe members in 2026 only. Designed to be high impact, warm and practical and yes, you’re going to love it. It’s not like anything we’ve had before.

• Running another competition showcase! It was a big highlight last year.

• A supportive, kind learning environment. Where dancers are encouraged to work hard, support one another and grow with confidence.

• A clear, fair calendar that is updated as early as possible and equally values training times + comps as well as break days and family time.

• Fun classes and positive competition experiences. We aim for competitions to be exciting, motivating and something dancers look forward to - not something they feel stressed about.

• Creative, high-quality choreography and concepts that are innovative, age-appropriate routines designed to showcase dancers’ strengths and keep things fresh and exciting.

• Access to music and rehearsal videos so dancers can practise confidently at home and families can support their learning.

• A Studio Move teacher at every competition and event so our dancers are always supported, guided, and cared for and parents can enjoy competitions.

• Thoughtfully designed, high-quality costumes that elevate performances and help dancers feel confident on stage.

• Experienced and knowledgeable teachers who understand both strong technical training and the realities of the competition world.

• Regular competition opportunities. Entry into at least one competition per month during competition season, giving dancers consistent performance experience.

• Good vibes and great memories. We’re serious about training, but we’re just as serious about creating moments dancers will remember for years.