FAQs

    • West Coast Swing & Country Swing:

      • Low Division (Novice + Intermediate)

      • High Division (Advanced + All-Star)

    • Line Dance: All-Level category (3 fun, accessible dances).

  • Yes! Many dancers enter multiple categories (e.g., West Coast Swing + Country Swing + Line Dance).

    • $20 per entry.

    • You may enter multiple divisions. Example: 3 competitions = $60 total.

    • Early-bird promos and bundles may be announced closer to the event.

    • West Coast Swing & Country Swing: Jack & Jill format — leaders and followers paired randomly.

    • Line Dance: All competitors dance together.

    • The Top 3 competitors in each style and division will advance to the Evening Finals on November 8.

    • Finals will be performed in front of the Bend community at the National Guard Armory during The Giving Gala.

  • Yes. Evening finals are a showcase opportunity and require elevated attire:

    • West Coast Swing: Ballroom attire (dresses, suits, or comparable formal).

    • Country Swing & Line Dance: Formal attire or Western Chic (dress shirts, nice jeans or slacks, boots, western-inspired style).

  • Prelims are casual dance attire. Competitors should wear clothing and shoes appropriate for performance.

    • Musicality & timing

    • Connection & partnership

    • Technique & execution

    • Creativity & showmanship

    • Date: November 7th - 9th, 2025

    • Prelims: Open Arts Center, 999 NE 2nd Street, Bend, OR 97702

    • Finals: National Guard Armory, Bend, OR (as part of The Giving Gala) 875 SW Simpson Ave, Bend, OR 97702

  • Click here to register on Danceplace!

  • Absolutely! All dance competitors are welcome to attend the Gala at the National Guard Armory. Table seating may be limited as donors will take priority. Come cheer on your fellow dancers and enjoy the programming for the evening ending with a social dance!