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FAQS

Browse through our FAQs to find out everything you need to know about our events!

When does registration open?

Pre-registration opens July 1st for all studios with a Studio Center account.


👉 Tip: Make sure your studio account is set up and verified before July 1st so you’re ready to go!

Click here to sign up for a Studio Center account! Only studio directors are eligible to register. Once you sign up, our team will review your application and approve your account within 24 hours.

 

👉 Tip: Don’t wait until registration opens—create your account early so you’re ready to go!

Prices for Journey events aren’t publicly available. Studio directors can view all pricing details directly inside their Studio Center account.

 

👉 Tip: Make sure your account is set up and verified so you can access pricing before registration opens.

Yes! All Journey events are livestreamed. For dancer safety, every livestream is password protected, and the password will be sent to the studio owner before the event.


👉 Tip: Share the password with friends and family so they can join the party from anywhere!

Yes! Journey offers four levels—Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, and Celebration. Each dancer is placed into a level by their studio director, and that level determines the placement of all routines.


👉 Tip: Check out our Rules & Guidelines for full details on placing your dancers in the correct level.

Yes! Every routine receives video feedback after the event, available directly in the Studio Center account.


👉 Tip: Remind your dancers to review their critiques—it’s one of the best tools for growth after competition weekend!

Yes! All Intermediate and Advanced soloists are automatically entered into our Featured Dancer Title Competition.These scores are separate from adjudication and focus on more than just technique. For this prestigious recognition, dancers are evaluated on their overall personality, entertainment value, and stage presence in addition to their technical skills.


👉 Tip: Remind your soloists that this is their chance to shine beyond the steps—let their personality light up the stage!

For the safety of our dancers—and to protect the choreography each studio works so hard on—Journey has a strict No Photo / No Video policy during performances.


But don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! 🎥✨ Free professional photos and videos of every routine are available after the event. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the live performances—we’ll handle the memories.


👉 Tip: Remind families that photos and videos will be shared after the event so they can focus on cheering in the moment!

  • Adjudicated Awards – Every solo, duo, and trio dancer receives a medal, and every group dancer receives a pin. If there are 3+ routines in a category, a First in Category Plate is also awarded.
  • Overall Awards – The top 10 dancers in each division receive an Overall Plate.
  • Mirror Ball Awards – Our most prestigious honor! The winning routine receives a Mirror Ball Trophy and a Studio Banner.


👉 Tip: Awards aren’t just about placements—they’re about celebrating every dancer’s hard work on and off the stage.

Yup! 🎉 Stop by the Journey Merch Booth to shop our official tour merch – tees, hoodies, accessories, and more—all at prices that won’t break the bank.

 

👉 Tip: Items sell out fast—stop by early to grab your favorites!

At Journey, studio owners, directors, and teachers are treated like royalty. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be personally greeted by our Event Director and Journey Personality. You’ll also have exclusive access to our Teachers Lounge, fully stocked with snacks, treats, and drinks to keep you fueled all weekend.


Plus, you’ll receive unlimited free programs (already pre-highlighted with your studio’s entries!), and studio owners are gifted a special welcome package as a thank-you for being part of the Journey family.


👉 Tip: Log into your Studio Center to see even more studio incentives waiting for you.

Photos and videos will be available for download 2–3 days after the event. Once they’re ready, the studio director will receive an email with a password to unlock access. From there, you can view and download everything right here.


👉 Tip: Be sure to share your favorite photos and videos on social media and tag us @journeycompetition so we can celebrate with you!

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