Varsity Spirit College Dance Team Combine

Varsity Spirit College Dance Team Combine

The Varsity Spirit College Dance Team Combine is an opportunity for the 2025-2029 graduating classes to prepare to dance at the collegiate level. Athletes will learn about recruitment and college tryouts and have the opportunity to network with different college programs. The College Dance Team Combine is here to help athletes prepare for all aspects of dancing at the collegiate level.

Combine Highlights!

  • Industry Lead Master Classes
  • Live Varsity Spirit Staff Feedback
  • Access to Attending Schools Highlight Webpage

See below for dates, locations, and pricing!

Registration

PLEASE READ BEFORE REGISTERING!

To register an individual follow the steps below:

  1. Click the correct option for who is signing up for the event. Be sure if you are a parent signing up an athlete you check the correct box as registration information is different.
  2. Fill out all registration information
    • Double check that the athlete’s name and birthdate are correct
    • Double check the shirt size selected during enrollment. This is the top they will wear throughout the event so it should not be oversized

After registering as an individual and processing payment, the system will take you back to the log in page. It will take up to 2 business days for you to receive a confirmation email for payment and registration. Please do not submit multiple times to avoid duplicate registration and payments!

Registration is OPEN! Click the location to find the registration link below!

College Team List

Tennesse:

  • Austin Peay State University
  • Bellarmine University
  • Cumberland University
  • Eastern Kentucky University
  • Middle Tennessee State University
  • University of Cincinnati
  • University of Memphis
  • University of Tennessee
  • University of the Cumberlands

California:

  • Arizona Christian University
  • Blinn College
  • Cal State University Fullerton
  • California Baptist University
  • California State San Marcos
  • Grand Canyon University
  • Orange Coast College
  • Ottowa University – Arizona
  • San Diego State University
  • UC Santa Barbara
  • University of Oregon
  • Washington State University

Maryland:

  • Assumption University
  • Austin Peay State University
  • Drexel University
  • James Madison University
  • Long Island University
  • Loyola University Maryland
  • Mount Saint Mary’s College
  • Point Park University
  • Ramapo College of New Jersey
  • St. Francis University
  • Towson University
  • Villanova University

Texas:

  • Air Force Academy
  • Blinn College
  • East Texas Baptist University
  • McNeese State University
  • Oklahoma Baptist University
  • Ottawa University Arizona
  • Sam Houston State University
  • Texas A&M University Texarkana
  • Texas Christian University (TCU)
  • Texas State University
  • Texas Wesleyan University
  • University of Texas at Arlington
  • University of Texas at Dallas

Illinois:

  • Air Force Academy
  • Alma College
  • Aquinas College
  • Ball State University
  • Carthage College
  • Central Methodist University
  • Concordia University Chicago
  • Davenport University
  • Eastern Michigan University
  • Illinois College
  • Iowa State University
  • Loyola University Chicago
  • Michigan State University
  • Missouri Baptist University
  • Missouri Valley College
  • North Central College
  • North Park University
  • Purdue University
  • Roosevelt University
  • St Ambrose University
  • St Cloud State University
  • Trine University
  • University of Illinois Chicago
  • University of Iowa
  • University of Michigan
  • University of Wisconsin
  • Upper Iowa University
  • Viterbo University
  • William Penn University
  • William Woods University

 

 

TENNESSEE

Date: August 18, 2024
Location: Wilson Central High School
Address: 419 Wildcat Way, Lebanon, TN 37090
Cost: $125 per participant
Registration Deadline: August 12, 2024

After registering as an individual and processing payment, the system will take you back to the login page. It will take up to 2 business days for you to receive a confirmation email for payment and registration. Please do not submit multiple times to avoid duplicate registration and payments!

For more information, contact your State Director Ashley Creasey at acreasey@varsity.com.

Master Instructors: 

  • Hip Hop: Kiana Tangonan
    • Kiana Tangonan is a professional working dancer from Las Vegas, NV & has recently moved to LA to continue living her dream as a performer & creative. Kiana is signed under Go2Talent Agency & a professional working team called GRV in Orange County, California. Kiana continues to do work such as KPOP Skeleton jobs, teaching/assisting classes, music videos, and many more!
  • Jazz: Karley Voges
    • Karley Voges is from Metairie, Louisiana but currently resides in Memphis, TN. She is a current member of the 16X National Champion Memphis Pom Dance Team at University of Memphis who currently holds the 2024 D1A Gameday National Championship title as well as the bronze medal in hip hop. She has been dancing since the age of two and trained competitively in all styles of dance including jazz, lyrical, hip hop, and ballet. Karley was a four-year member of the UDA nationally ranked Destrehan Desty Darlings. Karley has won numerous scholarships, titles, and overall awards at both conventions and national competitions. She has also choreographed for local dance studios and dance teams where she has received choreography awards as well as receiving 2nd in the Nation for her jazz choreography at the 2024 NDTC and other overall national high school awards.

REGISTRATION CLOSED!

View a Sample Schedule HERE!

CALIFORNIA

Date: August 25, 2024
Location: Santa Margarita Catholic High School
Address: 22062 Antonio Pkwy, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Cost: $125 per participant
Registration Deadline: August 19, 2024

After registering as an individual and processing payment, the system will take you back to the login page. It will take up to 2 business days for you to receive a confirmation email for payment and registration. Please do not submit multiple times to avoid duplicate registration and payments!

For more information, contact your State Director Nicole Cestone at ncestone@varsity.com.

Master Instructors 

  • Hip Hop: Bianca Sigua
    • Bianca Danielle Sigua has an extensive background in competitive studio, dance team and commercial dance. Her dance training started at The Wright Step in Winter Haven Fl., where she was classically training in all styles. She competed and won numerous’ of awards through both her performances and choreography. She has been a featured dancer on Disney+’s Holiday Special 2023 for Meg Donnelly. Bianca has worked on faculty at her home studio, The Wright Step and is currently on faculty at Dance Fusion Studios in Tallahassee, FL. She specializes in Jazz, Contemporary and Hip Hop choreography focusing on intricate, stylistic movement that brings a unique vibe to every routine! Bianca also teaches many masterclasses and consults with dance teams and studios throughout Florida. She is a member and Co-Captain of the Florida State University Golden Girls & Company Dance Team where she obtained a World Championship in the 2023 ICU World Championships.
  • Jazz: Erin Alvarado
    • Erin Alvarado enters her 13th year as the Pom Squad Coach at Texas Tech University, boasting a remarkable tenure marked by significant achievements. Under her leadership, the Texas Tech Pom Squad secured its inaugural national championship in Division 1A Jazz at NDA in 2017, followed by a series of consecutive victories, clinching titles in 1A Jazz in 2017, 2018, and 2021, as well as 1A Pom in 2018, 2019, and 2021. Notably, in 2022, the squad represented the USA at the ICU World Championships, emerging triumphant as the Gold Medalists in the jazz division. In addition to her coaching role, Erin serves as an Adjunct Dance Faculty member at Texas Tech, teaching a diverse range of dance disciplines including Anatomy for Dance, Jazz, Tap, and Pedagogy. Recognized for her contributions, she has been invited as a guest speaker at conferences hosted by Varsity, NDCA, Crowd Pleasers, and USASF. She has also contributed content for CLI Studios. Erin’s accolades include being named the National Collegiate Dance Coach of the Year by the National Dance Coaches Association in 2019

 

Register HERE!

View a Sample Schedule HERE!

MARYLAND

Date: September 8, 2024
Location: Good Counsel High School
Address: 17301 Old Vic Blvd – Olney, MD 20832
Cost: $125 per participant
Registration Deadline: September 2, 2024

After registering as an individual and processing payment, the system will take you back to the login page. It will take up to 2 business days for you to receive a confirmation email for payment and registration. Please do not submit multiple times to avoid duplicate registration and payments!

For more information, contact your State Director Marja Edwardson at medwardson@varsity.com.

Register HERE!

View a Sample Schedule HERE!

TEXAS

Date: September 15, 2024
Location: Birdville High School
Address: 9100 Mid Cities Blvd, North Richland Hills, TX 76180
Cost: $125 per participant
Registration Deadline: September 9, 2024

After registering as an individual and processing payment, the system will take you back to the login page. It will take up to 2 business days for you to receive a confirmation email for payment and registration. Please do not submit multiple times to avoid duplicate registration and payments!

For more information, contact your State Director Brittani McLaurin at bmclaurin@varsity.com.

 

Register HERE!

View a Sample Schedule HERE!

Master Instructor Information: 

  • Jazz: Erin Alvarado
    • Erin Alvarado enters her 13th year as the Pom Squad Coach at Texas Tech University, boasting a remarkable tenure marked by significant achievements. Under her leadership, the Texas Tech Pom Squad secured its inaugural national championship in Division 1A Jazz at NDA in 2017, followed by a series of consecutive victories, clinching titles in 1A Jazz in 2017, 2018, and 2021, as well as 1A Pom in 2018, 2019, and 2021. Notably, in 2022, the squad represented the USA at the ICU World Championships, emerging triumphant as the Gold Medalists in the jazz division. In addition to her coaching role, Erin serves as an Adjunct Dance Faculty member at Texas Tech, teaching a diverse range of dance disciplines including Anatomy for Dance, Jazz, Tap, and Pedagogy. Recognized for her contributions, she has been invited as a guest speaker at conferences hosted by Varsity, NDCA, Crowd Pleasers, and USASF. She has also contributed content for CLI Studios. Erin’s accolades include being named the National Collegiate Dance Coach of the Year by the National Dance Coaches Association in 2019
  • Hip Hop: Jenny Durbin Smith
    • Jenny Durbin Smith is an award-winning choreographer and teacher, whose dynamic choreography has been featured on many national television commercials, industrials, films, reality television shows, and international stages. She is currently Director and Choreographer for the Dallas Cowboys Rhythm & Blue Dancers, leading that group in its stunning performances as the only hip-hop professional dance team in the NFL. Jenny is also a choreographer for the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, a master instructor for Professional NFL and NBA Cheerleading & Dance Conventions including All Pro and Choreography Pros and travels the country choreographing for numerous high school teams, collegiate teams, professional teams, and studios.

ILLINOIS

Date: September 22, 2024
Location: Maine South High School
Address: 1111 S Dee Rd, Park Ridge, IL 60068
Cost: $125 per participant
Registration Deadline: September 16, 2024

After registering as an individual and processing payment, the system will take you back to the login page. It will take up to 2 business days for you to receive a confirmation email for payment and registration. Please do not submit multiple times to avoid duplicate registration and payments!

For more information, contact your State Director Stephanie Raciak at sraciak@varsity.com.

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED! 

View a Sample Schedule HERE!

Master Instructor Information

  • Jazz: Kally Hilton
    • Kally Hilton is a versatile dancer with a passion for creative expression. Known for her innovative tricks, seamless floor work, and captivating improvisation, Kally is dedicated to connecting dancers as artists- united under the shared love of dance. A Larkin Dance Studio alumna, Kally has trained and competed across multiple genres, including ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, musical theatre, hip hop, and latin ballroom. Kally continues to excel as a member of the iconic, 22-time national champion University of Minnesota Dance Team.
  • Hip Hop: Jade Whaley
    • Jade Whaley trained at Aspiration Dance Company and an alumnus of the University of St. Thomas Dance Team. Current member of the NBA Chicago Luvabulls. Previously danced for Disney, Justin Timberlake’s Super Bowl Halftime Show, country artist BRELAND, Kygo, and international commercials.

College Dance Team Coaches

College Program Fee – $50 Per Program: Includes dedicated booth space, hidden webpage with additional program info given to dancers, and contact information for all athletes.

Coaches, are you interested in representing your program at the Varsity Spirit College Dance Team Combine? Contact Stacy Shelton at sshelton@varsity.com or your dance state director!