competitive Dance
competition teams: Troupe & crew
At DDH Dance Academy, our competition team program is designed for dedicated dancers who are ready to train at a higher level and perform more frequently. This program provides focused technical development, increased commitment, and the opportunity to grow as both an artist and performer.
Our competitive dancers represent DDH at regional competitions and select community events throughout Wausau, building confidence, discipline, and stage presence while working in a team-driven, supportive environment. Competition dance is ideal for students seeking advanced training, stronger performance experience, and a deeper investment in their dance education.
troupe(jazz & production), Crew (hip-hop), & solos, duets, & trios
- All dancers/parents will need to sign a commitment form prior to auditioning.
- Dancers in the 13.5 age range can try out for both junior and senior (or by teacher recommendation).
- Check in at the front desk to turn in your commitment form, fill out papers, and get your audition number
- Dancers should arrive at least 15-20 minutes early. After checking in, dancers should stretch while they wait for the tryout to begin.
- Two audition forms will be needed to be filled out with the dancer’s/parent’s contact information.
- The commitment form must be signed for the dancer to participate on the competition team for the season.
- Please note that all previous balances must be zero to be considered for the upcoming season Troupe or Crew
- Parents will not be allowed to watch during the audition. Dancers can be picked up at the end
- of their scheduled time slot. All dancers are required to stay the entire duration of the audition.
- Troupe dancers should wear a leotard or fitted top with leggings or biking shorts. Bring jazz shoes, half-soles or ballet shoes.
- Crew dancers should wear leggings, sweats, or shorts with a t-shirt and their hip hop sneakers or a clean pair of regular sneakers.
WHAT IS TROUPE?
DDH Dance Troupe is a jazz-based performance team that was developed for dancers who desire to perform more often and compete in dance competitions. Members of our Dance Troupe also perform at local events and have the opportunity to attend professional dance workshops to expand their technique and style. All Dancers will be required to sign and agree to our commitment form prior to auditions. Ages younger than 8 will need teacher reccommendation.
WHAT IS CREW?
DDH Dance Crew is a Hip Hop-based performance team that was developed for dancers who desire to perform more often and compete in dance competition Members of our Dance Crew also perform at local events and have the opportunity to attend professional dance workshops to expand their technique and style.
- A yearly $50 fee per student, per competition class/routine will be due upon registration.
- Fee + Tuition covers one term, non-refundable unless serious illness/injury occurs (requires doctor’s note + written parent request).
- Audition Fee: $20 (varies yearly)
*We always advise our competition dancers to take advantage of all scholarships, fundraising opportunities, and also to secure sponsors to help with dance fees.
COMPETITION FEES ESTIMATED:
Competition fees (non-refundable except for verified injury/illness, depending on competition policies)
- Required: 1–2 per year (Regionals typically in February–May), sometimes optional: 3rd–4th competitions for solos/duets/trios/small groups if dancer availability allows; Nationals typically in July if eligible.
- Some competitions require a mandatory media fee.
- Competition fees can vary per competition. Based on previous years, here is an ESTIMATED amount to help with budgeting - If your team attends 2 regional competitions, a dancer in:
- Transportation, lodging, meals
- Additional items may include tights, additional hair accessories, additional rhinestones, and occasionally props
- Troupe Costume Fee: requires 2 costume deposits per dancer for two routines (Troupe & All Troupe Routines). Troupe typically uses half-soles.
- Crew Costume Fee: 1 deposit for Crew (Crew Routine). Crew members must purchase a specific hip hop shoe selected by the instructor.
- Costume Fees are due by the end of October and are non-refundable after November 15. Late payments incur a fee.
All fees are subject to change.
Being part of the DDH Dance Troupe or Crew requires a high level of dedication. Attendance is critical due to the fast pace at which routines are taught and cleaned. Dancers must:
- Attend all scheduled choreo or technique days, which can sometimes be scheduled on weekends (mainly Friday evenings).
- Attend all scheduled practices, especially leading up to competitions or performances
- Arrive on time or early for rehearsals
- Practice routines and stretch independently outside of class
- If your dancer has a prior commitment that conflicts with scheduled class times and you've informed instructors in advance, they will be required to schedule paid private lessons to make up for the missed material in order to stay current with the team.
Performances & Events - Participation in the following events is expected:
- Local holiday performances (e.g., Christmas at nursing homes for troupe, Holiday Parade for troupe & crew) the first couple weeks of December.
- Studio-hosted activities like Halloween and Christmas parties with an optional gift exchange for troupe and crew.
- Workshops (recommended, but not required)
- Extra practices may run late. We aim to end no later than 9:30 PM when possible, especially for young dancers.
Competitive team Auditions
Become part of something bigger - Join Our Competitive Performance Teams at DDH Dance Academy. Competitive —Tryouts open to NEW & RETURNING dedicated dancers ready to grow technically and artistically.
✔️Complimentary Refresher class on Monday before tryouts
✔️Audition Fee $20 (each audition)
✔️BRING A FRIEND BONUS: RECRUIT A NEW DANCER (new to troupe or crew), AND you GET YOUR AUDITION FOR FREE!
Auditions for the upcoming season 2026-27:
This is a complimentary class to prepare dancers and help them feel more confident going into their audition.
- refresher class - Juniors: 6:00
- refresher class - Seniors: 6:45 PM
💜TROUPE AUDITIONS:
- JUNIOR TROUPE: (ages 8-13.5) TUES. JUNE 16th 4:30-6 pm
- SENIOR TROUPE (ages 13.5-20): TUES. JUNE 16th 6:30-8:30 pm
- Alternate date: Monday, June 22nd (jr. 4:30 / sr. 6 pm)
🩷CREW HIP HOP auditions:
- JUNIOR CREW (ages 8-13.5): WED. JUNE 17th 4:30-6 pm
- SENIOR CREW (ages 13.5-20): WED. JUNE 17th 6:30-8:30 pm
- Alternate date: Monday, June 22nd (jr. 6:00 / sr. 4:30pm)
the 2026 comp team
competitive
We are incredibly proud of every dancer who auditioned this season and we are excited to announce our DDH Dance Academy Competition Team for the upcoming season made up of hardworking, committed dancers who will represent DDH at regional dance competitions and community events. Congratulations to all of our dancers as we begin another inspiring and rewarding competition season in Wausau, Wisconsin.
troupe team (junior troupes 1-4 & senior 1-3)
crew team (junior crew 1-2, teen, & senior)
Summer intensives
summer camps
Keep your dancer active and growing this summer at DDH Dance Academy in Wausau, WI. Our engaging summer camps and classes at 2404 North 3rd Street near Woodchucks Stadium offer professional training in a fun, supportive environment for all ages and skill levels — perfect for building confidence and technique before the new season.
Multiple dance styles — ballet, jazz, hip hop, contemporary & more
Perfect for those wanting to try something new
Convenient Wausau location serving Central Wisconsin families
open to new and current students! Excited to have you there!
auditions
Competitive team Auditions
Audition for the DDH Dance Academy Competitive Crew or Troupe — a premier competition dance team in Wausau, Wisconsin offering advanced training, performance opportunities, and regional competition experiences. Tryouts open to dedicated dancers ready to grow technically and artistically.
Tryouts take place the week of June 15–19, 2026:
Complimentary refresher class to prepare for auditions
Bring-a-friend bonus — recruit a new dancer and audition free
Troupe (jazz-based0 & Crew (hip hop-based)
Summer Competition Solos & Duets
Packages are reserved for committed dancers and limited based on schedule availability. Summer Solo Package $500 (Duet $300/person, Trio $250/person). BONUS – Solo & duet dancers receive exclusive discounted access to our Summer Intensive.
- 1 private lesson per week (10 weeks)
- June - August weekly lessons
- Full choreography + cleaning
- Competition-ready by end of summer
comp solos/duets
+bonus! $75 off summer intensive!!!
saves you $100
"Being on the DDH competition team is my favorite part of dance! I’ve learned so much, become more confident, and I love getting to perform. The practices challenge me, but they’re also really fun, and my teammates feel like my best friends. I’m so proud to be part of DDH and i love being part of a team"
- past dance student
"i love being part of a team"
Tryouts for 2026-27 season
get excited for the new season!
2025-26 competition teams
Crew Results 2025-26 Season
Troupe Results Season 23
- Josie Albrecht
- Bridgette Differt
- Korra Gumbert
- Brynlee Koszarek
- Penelope Koszarek
- Lyla Lauersdorf
- Michella Luplow
- Brooklyn Vanzo
- Anya Allee
- Brianna Boyd
- Raegan Brueggeman
- Allison De La Cruz
- Lily Godleske
- Alexa Howard
- Lilly Johnson
- Ruby Kostyn
- Emmie Krueger
- Izzie Krueger
- Raegan Maas
- Kyra Morse
- Daisy Pospyhalla
- Skye Pospyhalla
- Jayden Porcaro
- Avary Reimer
- CeCe Waltz
- Josie Albrecht
- Olivia Forster
- Brynlee Koszarek
- Penelope Koszarek
- Brayleigh Macomber
- Peyton Meyer
- Aubrey Russ
- Amara Yang
- Charlotte Arnold
- Lyla Lauersdorf
- Isabella Olson
- Ella Nemec
- Lillianna Rosenthal
- Hannah Strasser
- Brooklyn Vanzo
- Harper Vanzo
- Anabelle Bushman
- Vanessa De La Cruz
- Brynlie Engen
- Isabelle Emerson
- Sylvia Hockers
- Olivia Kennedy
- Uma Landwehr
- Aleah Russ
- Elisha Wirt
- Lilyanah Springer
- Anya Allee
- Ruby Kostyn
- Brianna Boyd
- Ingrid Ingvalson
- Kylee Laffin
- Annie Lagan
- Daisy Pospyhalla
- Anastasia Reedy
- Karina Selinger
- Allison De La Cruz
- Raegan Maas
- Kyra Morse
- Jayden Porcaro
- Skye Pospyhalla
- Avary Reimer
- Natalie Werth
- Cece Waltz
- Lexie Ahles
- Cami Balk-yaatenen
- Raegan Brueggeman
- Lily Godleske
- Alexa Howard
- Emmie Krueger
- Izzie Krueger
season 2025
season 2025
- Rosalie Dobratz
- Aurora Heinzl
- Lucia Hollander
- Ingrid Ingvalson
- Olivia Kennedy
- Kylee Laffin
- Annie Lagan
- Uma Landwehr
- Ariana Lang
- Marissa Otike
- Karina Selinger
- Olivia Staszak
- Isabella Erdman
- Ashlynn Grahn
- Marlie Godleske
- Aleah Holzem
- Brynn Murphy
- Violet Teske
- Lydia Skalitzky
- Anabelle Bushman
- Vanessa De La Cruz
- Isabelle Emerson
- Isabella Erdman
- Ashlynn Grahn
- Marlie Godleske
- Aleah Holzem
- Ella Nemec
- Lillianna Rosenthal
- Lilyanah Springer
- Violet Teske
- Harper Vanzo
- Paige Wetzsteon
