CONVENTION

Dancers may either register with a studio or as an independent dancer. 

Levels (Ages) are their ages at the date of the event.

Studio Owners/Directors may place their dancers in the level they feel is appropriate to their student’s skill level, even if it is different from their age. 

All group registrations must be accompanied by a registered teacher.

Attendees are not required to participate in the Studio Performance Showcase, however, if you choose to participate in the Studio Showcase Performance Showcase you must be registered for the full convention.

We suggest registering as soon as possible due to limited space. Once capacity is reached, registrations will no longer be accepted

All dancers must have waiver form submitted to participate

class styles + genres

at soul de soul, we celebrate individual artistry. You’ll notice that we do not label classes as a particular “genre” so that dancers can enter each class with an open mind and can experience the artistry of our faculty. we believe this helps dancers to view art and movement through a wider lens, and in turn helps strengthen their own artistry! we include facult’s instagram names on our schedule so that dancers may look up the artistry of our faculty so they can feel prepared for class. the types of genre’s you might see throughout our weekend are listed below as a loose guideline for dancers to understand how to pack, prepare their dance bag, and feel like they feel supported in a successful approach to the weekend.

contemporary & contemporary fusions

jazz & jazz fusions

jazz funk

heels (teen & senior room only)

hip hop & hip hop fusions

technique

lyrical

tap (will always be noted on the schedule)

improv and movement exploration/research

observers

observer bands are sold in pre registration as well as at the door. we require all observers to have a registered dancer in attendance, and to abide by our ballroom guidelines to ensure optimal safety and experience for our dancers.

ONE DAY OBSERVER BANDS ARE NOT OFFERED.

OBSERVER BANDS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL BALLROOM ENTRY (INCLUDING THE OPTIONAL FRIDAY NIGHT CLASSES).

• no talking. please help us keep our ballrooms a conductive learning space.

• no cell phone calls (please step outside if needed)

• please note that some classes are closed to observers (creation class, break outs, and movement exploration)

• please keep to the sides to provide the most space for the dancers

• we ask all observers “observe”. the classroom is for the students experience, let them enjoy the process of class and learning.

FRIDAYS bonus classes

students are encouraged to participate in our optional friday night bonus classes! these classes are structured as all level classes. please be mindful that the work may be considerably more difficult for our younger dancers. Theses classes are typically scheduled between 5—9PM on friday evening. faculty for these classes ranges from local guest artists, soulelite pro’s, or sds faculty.

SAFETY AND SECURITY

SAFETY AND SECURITY IS OUR TOP CONCERN FOR OUR #SOULCIETY. SOUL DE SOUL IS IN THE FINAL STEPS OF OUR “BE COURAGEOUS” CERTIFICATION WITH THE DEEA (DANCE EDUCATION AND EQUITY ASSOCIATION). AFTER SPENDING AN ENTIRE YEAR IN POLICY WRITING AND IN ANTI-ABUSE, ANTI-RACISM, AND ANTI-OTHERING TRAINING. WE ARE EXCITED TO BEGIN OUR INTUITION TOUR WITH THESE POLICIES IN PLACE IN OUR CONTINUED EFFORTS OF CREATING SAFE CONVENTION SPACES! OUR POLICIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO BACKGROUND CHECKS FOR ALL OUR SDS FACULTY AND STAFF, TRAINING IN ANTI-ABUSE, ANTI-RACISM, AND ANTI-OTHERING, AND OUR CLIENTS CAN EXPECT FAMILY FRIENDLY AND AGE APPROPRIATE MUSIC, CHOREOGRAPHY, AND MATERIAL.

DANCERS UNDER THE AGE OF 16 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT OR SUPERVISING ADULT WHO IS 18 YEARS OR OLDER.

SHOULD A DANCER BE IN NEED OR FIRST AIDE, PLEASE SEE/REPORT TO OUR SOUL SUPPORT DESK OR SDS TEAM MEMBER.

WE ASK FOR EVERYONE’S EFFORT IN KEEPING OUR BALLROOM SAFE AND KEEPING THEIR BELONGINGS TO THE SIDE OF THE ROOM AND AWAY FROM TRAFFIC.

SOUL DE SOUL, THE HOST HOTEL, OR ANY EVENT AFFILIATES ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR LOST OR DAMAGED PERSONAL BELONGINGS.

scholarships

scholarships are awarded throughout the weekend and all fully registered dancers are eligible for our scholarships (half day registrations are not eligible). Dancers who wish to be selected should wear their number throughout the weekend as they are observed throughout ALL classes.

select scholarships (soulelite pro, soulelite, jr. elite, and amda college) scholarships have a dedicated audition class. only dancers who attend this audition will be eligible for these scholarships. registration is required and available at our SOUL SUPPORT DESK.

scholarship redemption

dancers and studio owners may email info@souldesoul.com after a regional event to redeem scholarship codes needed for applying waived tution. If a dancers moves or changes studios, we request written permission from the studio the dancer was attending at time of the award to release the scholarship.

scholarships are non-transferable and good only for the following season.

scholarships that are left off final event payment or payment deadline may not be credited or refunded. It is the studio’s responsibility to claim scholarships on tuition balances prior to submitting final payment.

payments

early bird rates expire 45 days before the event. all registrations that are received after the early bird deadline are subject to the “after deadline'“ pricing, no exceptions.

all payments must be completed prior to the event starting. no exceptions.

CHECKS MUST BE RECEIVED BEFORE OR ON THE EARLY RATE DEADLINE. IF CHECKS ARE RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WE DO NOT GUARANTEE HONORING OF THE EARLY RATE.

No personal checks, Canadian checks, or Cash are accepted.

All major credit cards are accepted: Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express. 

digital media

in an effort to protect our dancers privacy as well as to protect the creative work of our faculty, we do not allow digital recordings, videography, or photography of any kind inside our classrooms or showcase. We understand that precious moments happen during our weekend, we offer FREE professional photography and videography services during our weekends. studios, dancers, and parents can access this media through their dancebug accounts.

suggestions for class success

we encourage dancers to wear what makes them feel like themselves! we encourage dancers to wear clothes and apparel that will support them throughout the weekend, and we know this looks different for every dancer. at soul de soul, we want every dancer to feel uniquely them.

we encourage dancers to share their pronouns on their name tags if they wish!

we offer transition periods between classes. this is to make sure dancers have some time for bio breaks and fueling their bodies so they have moments to care for themselves throughout the weekend!

morning jam is our warm up! it’s important for dancers to be there during that time so they can warm up their bodies for the long dancing day.

dancers may choose to wear genre specific shoes, or modify as they need. we encourage dancers to bring all styles of shoes, so they feel equipped to jump into each style.

please bring snacks, water bottles, and layers of clothes to put on between classes so dancers bodies stay nice and warm!