July 1 - 5, 2025
Deadline to register May 31, 2025
Mona D'Amours, Director
REGISTRATION & PAYMENT
Deadline to register is May 31, 2025 for Canadian and US citizens, and competitors who do not require a Visa. Click for online registration.
Deadline is March 1, 2025 for competitors that require a Visa. Allow 4 months for Visa approval. Visa application link.
All online registration payments are by Visa or MasterCard only. Foreign countries may also send a wire transfer. We will send you the banking information at your request. For more info, email info@danceworldcup.com
TRAVEL & ACCOMMODATION
What airport should I book my flight?
(YVR) Vancouver International Airport
YVR is 2 hours from Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort
What transportation is available from YVR airport to Fairmont Tremblant
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Car Rentals are available onsite at YVR airport. Reservations are required.
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Sky Lynx, Whistler Shuttle, Epic Rides shuttle buses from YVR to Whistler
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Do I need a Visa to travel to Canada?
Link to verify if you are exempt from applying for a Visa. However, these travellers will need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA).
If you require a visa to travel to Canada, contact the Canadian High Commission. Most African, South and Central American countries require a Visa. Visit Citizenship and Immigration for more information.
A letter of invitation will be provided to international competitors following qualification by video submission, and completed online registration with payment. For more information, email info@danceworldcup.com
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Where is the event hosted?
Fairmont Chateau Whistler combines classic elegance with modern alpine style and full resort facilities, including 519 guest rooms, 3,000 square metres (32,000 square feet) of function space. and an outstanding health centre that includes a spa, indoor, and outdoor pools, including a lap pool, 3 whirlpools, exercise room, yoga classes.
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What is the reservations number and rate for the Fairmont Chateau Whistler?
+1-800-606-8244 - from $279
Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort
Summer at Fairmont Chateau Whistler
Online Hotel Reservations; code 0625SHOW5678
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. How do I qualify for Dance World Cup?
5678 Showtime Regional Competitions - deadline May 31, 2025 or send video submissions by March 1, 2025.
Bucharest Dance Festival - Bucharest, Romania
ShyAnn Dance Productions - Alberta, Canada
If you would like to qualify at another competition or qualify by video submission, please contact our office at info@danceworldcup.com
2. Explain the judging? When are results announced?
Three faculty provide online video judging. Each studio receives a video of each routine with recorded critiques. The judges scores are based on technique (30%), choreography (30%), performance (30%), and overall appearance (10%). High score winners are announced following the dance battle at the Gala Showcase. Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals are presented on stage on Olympic style podiums at awards presentation in the MacDonald Ballroom following the Gala Showcase July 5.
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3. What is the dance battle, and who is eligible for cash awards?
All 3 top scoring routines will compete against one another in a dance battle for high score trophies and $1,000 in Cash for solos, duo/trios, and groups in the 12 & Under, 13-19, and adult categories. Eligibility for cash awards for 12 & Under, and 13-19 are based on 3 routines in 3 categories. Cash awards for adults are based on the highest scoring routine.
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4. What trophies and medals are presented at Dance World Cup?
Dancers receive 7.6 cm (3 in) crystal medals for gold, silver, and bronze in each category of each age division. High Score Dance World Cup crystal trophies are 50 cm tall (20 in). Dancers must be present to receive their awards. They will not be mailed or cannot be picked up after the competition.
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5. Where is the convention and competition?
The competition is on the 60 x 40 ft stage in the Macdonald Ballroom at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort. The convention for 13 & Up is on the Macdonald stage, and for 12 & Under in the Frontenac Ballroom. Rehearsals take place in the Frontenac Ballroom.
International faculty will offer workshops in various forms of dance followed by rehearsals to stage choreography for performances in their Dance World Cup outfit. Their performing outfit is included in the convention fee. Workshops and rehearsals do not conflict with competition. Dancers must be available July 2-5 for workshops and for the performance at the Closing Ceremonies July 5.
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7. What is included in the tour in 2025?
This year we plan to offer a limousine tour to a surprise location plus the Peak to Peak Gondola ride and the Cloudraker Skybridge, the highest suspension bridge in the world.