ADULT COMP & TROUPE TEAMS 2026/2027

Welcome to GDAC's landing page for our brand new ADULT PERFORMANCE TROUPE & COMP TEAMS!

GDAC Comp/Troupe teams are targeted to Intermediate-Advanced level dancers looking to step up their dance training in a financially, physically and emotionally accessible way and get back to boogying on stage surrounded by community, friends and lots of support!

Upcoming auditions for comp/troupe will be held at Union Studios on August 29th in 2 time slots.

Audition time slot #1: 1:15-3:15 PM (2 hours)

Audition time slot #2: 3:45-5:45 PM (2 hours)

**If you can't make this audition date (Aug 29), there will be a virtual submission option as well!**

Infographics on each of our teams is here for you to read over! Each group is a 1 hour a week time commitment, however, if you are unable to make multiple weeks throughout the year, don't stress, we still want you on our teams! Read more below ⬇️

Our full comp/troupe season runs from October 1st-May 23rd for weekly classes (December - no payment due and dancers have the whole month off)!

Register for Comp/Troupe Auditions Here - Aug 29th!

Info About Performance Troupe!

What is the Give Dance A Chance Performance Troupe?

The Give Dance A Chance Performance Troupe is a welcoming, non-competitive team for dancers (16+) who want to continue growing their skills, perform throughout the community, and be part of an inclusive dance family.

What does "Performance Troupe" mean?
Unlike our Competitive Teams, Performance Troupe does not attend dance competitions. Instead, members learn exciting choreography and have the opportunity to perform at local community events throughout the season. Performances are offered on a sign-up first come, first serve basis, so you'll always know the dates well in advance and can choose which performances fit your schedule.

Each week, you'll receive high-quality dance training from talented instructors and choreographers from across Ontario. Rehearsals are designed to keep you learning, with new styles, technique, and choreography introduced throughout the season.

How do auditions work?

Auditions are general auditions, meaning you're not auditioning for one specific team. During registration, you'll indicate which Performance Troupe and/or Competitive Team(s) you're interested in joining. About one week after auditions, you'll receive an email with your placement offer(s). If you're offered multiple groups, you can choose to accept or decline each one individually—there's no obligation to join every team you're offered. Auditions will be held in 2 time slots on August 29th at Union Studios. There will be an option for you to either audition in person or online! :)

What is the commitment like and can I miss rehearsals?

We know life is busy! You're welcome to miss rehearsals whenever needed for work, school, travel, family, or other commitments. We simply ask that you communicate with us when you'll be away and obviously, if it becomes a pattern then we will have to have a conversation. :)

The only requirements for being a member of Give Dance A Chance's Troupe are:

A commitment to helping foster a healthy, safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for everyone.
Attendance at at least one performance during the season if you're a Performance Troupe member.

Our philosophy is simple: dance should fit into your life—not the other way around.

Register for Comp/Troupe Auditions on August 29th here!

Info About Our Comp Teams!

What are the Give Dance A Chance Adult Comp Teams?

Our Competitive Teams are designed for dancers (16+) who want to challenge themselves, and experience the excitement of competing—all while being part of an inclusive environment.

Our 2026-2027 COMP SZN is offering 3 comp teams which each focus on 2 comp routines/styles year round:

Broadway Baddies – Tap & Musical Theatre

**Rehearse at the Bronson Centre - Late Friday evenings

Dynamic Divas – Hip Hop & Jazz Sass

**Rehearse at the Bronson Centre - Late Friday evenings

Abstract Angels – Contemporary & Lyrical

**Rehearse at the Bronson Centre - Sunday late afternoons

Each Comp team is directed and led by Manhattan MacLennan, with the exception of AA - Abstract Angels, which is almost fully led by Maddi Heaphy! Guest Choreographers/Instructors however, will be teaching our team members throughout the year, bringing fresh perspectives & unique training, as well!

How do auditions work?

Auditions are general auditions, meaning you're not auditioning for one specific team. Please read about audition info in the Performance Troupe section above! :)

And yes—you can be a member of multiple teams! If you're offered all 3 Comp teams + the Performance Troupe, you're welcome to accept all 4! That commitment = 4 hours/week.

Fees and Fundraising!!

There is a small "Company Fee" of $25/per team member and this payment needs to be made to our Director to accept & lock-in your spot(s) on our team(s). Payment is due when confirmations are due, which is September 6th!

Competitive Teams have a base fee of $45/month. Each additional Competitive Team is +$20/month. If you get offered and want to add Performance Troupe onto your comp routines that fee stays the same at $38/month.

For example:

1 Team: $45/month (2 competition routines/1 hr a week)
2 Teams: $65/month (4 competition routines/2 hrs a week)
3 Teams: $85/month (6 competition routines/3 hrs a week)
1 Team & Performance Troupe: $83/month (2 comp routines & 3 performance troupe routines)

There are no hidden fees for being part of GDAC's teams. Your monthly membership fee & one-time company fee, covers your training, choreography, rehearsal space/time, and all team programming throughout the season.

Costumes for comps and our year-end video recital will either be sourced by dancers following simple costume guidelines or funded through our fundraising initiatives; nothing out of your pocket needs to be spent!

To keep dance as accessible as possible, GDAC will host one fundraiser every month through October-March with the goal of covering 100% of competition entry fees & costuming + props for every GDAC Competitive dancer!

What are the attendance requirements & team expectations?

We understand that work, school, travel, and life happen. While we encourage regular attendance to help the team succeed, we are very flexible and understanding and ask that you simply communicate with us when you'll be away!

The only expectations of every GDAC Comp team member are:

Help foster a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment.
Attend at least one competition if you're on a Competitive Team.

Our goal is to make competitive dance affordable, accessible, and community-driven—so you can focus on what matters most: dancing and having fun!