WORKSHOP INFO

Why Nuvo’s Workshop Is Unique

Workshop Levels

LEVEL	AGES
Teacher/Studio Owner	18+
Senior	16-19
Teen	13-15
Junior	11-12
Mini	8-10
Nubies	5-7

• All Nuvo ages (Workshop & Competition) are determined as of January 1, 2027. For example, ages for both our November 2026 and April 2027 events are calculated as of January 1, 2027.
• The workshop ages listed above are simply guidelines — Studio Owners/Directors may use their discretion to place dancers in the appropriate classroom level. For the scholarship audition, dancers must be in their age-appropriate (as of January 1, 2027) room for both the ballet class and audition class.
• Refund Policy: If an event is canceled (for COVID or any other reason), refunds will be issued within 10 days of the event. No refunds if an attendee cancels — if a dancer is unable to attend, a credit voucher will be issued toward a future Nuvo event.
• Dancers must be registered for the entire workshop to compete.
• Nuvo uses a cashless payment model — we do not accept cash onsite at the Nuvo Store or General Info Desk.
• Level changes can be made within the first two classes of the workshop. Please notify the Nuvo desk of any level changes and we will exchange wristbands if necessary.
• In some cities, levels may be combined.

Discounts

Dancer Discounts

Dancers attending more than one 2026–2027 Nuvo regional workshop will receive a 25% workshop fee discount for each additional city.

College Discounts

Nuvo is proud to offer a discounted workshop rate of $225/dancer for dancers with valid college IDs. Dancers applying the college discount must be registered for the Senior Ballroom. The college discount is only valid for dancers 17–26 years old and cannot be combined with any other discounts.

Loyalty Program

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Nubies

The Nubie age division is geared towards young dancers, ages 5–7. Our full Nubie program includes a two-day workshop PLUS a Nubie division for competition. This is a great intro into the convention world for those who want to experience Nuvo but might find the Mini room (ages 8–10) too challenging.

Nubie workshop classes are half-day on both Saturday and Sunday. The program includes orientation, stylized classes and a special themed performance on the Nuvo stage! Nubies also receive a custom themed t-shirt.

Nubie competition is available to those registered for both days of the Nubie workshop. One-day Nubie participants cannot compete.

One free Nubie Observer band will be given to the studio for the appropriate parent/guardian for each registered Nubie dancer. This wristband will only allow entrance to the Nubie classroom. It does not grant access to the Mini, Junior, Teen, Senior or Teacher rooms – NO exceptions. Additional Nubie Observer bands can be purchased, if needed.

Nubies are only eligible for a Die Hard scholarship.

One-Day Workshop

Nuvo offers a One-Day Workshop option. Dancers that are registered in the competition must be registered for the full weekend and cannot register for the One-Day Workshop.

One-day participants can register for the One-Day Workshop for Saturday OR Sunday. If possible, we recommend that participants register for Saturday since the Sunday classes are often continuations of what is started in class on Saturday.

One-day participants are NOT eligible for any scholarships.

Independent Dancers

Nuvo believes a dancer is best served by attending consistent classes with a reputable dance studio. We do acknowledge that in certain circumstances a dancer is "independent." Nuvo defines independent dancers as dancers not associated with a physical dance studio and taking consistent classes as part of a structured program. We understand this rule is subjective, therefore any questions will be resolved at the Nuvo Director's discretion.

Independent dancers are welcome to participate in the Nuvo Workshop.

Independent dancers are not eligible to compete in Nuvo's Competition.

Independent dancers are unable to receive Breakout Artist scholarships but are eligible for all other scholarships.

Scholarship Redemption

If a dancer has switched dance studios or is now "Independent," they must submit written permission from their former studio to Nuvo Dance Convention for any scholarships to be used through their new studio.

When registering online, once you have "added" a dancer to your workshop registration, click the scholarship checkbox and select the scholarship that your dancer received from the dropdown. This dancer's registration fees will be waived.

Regional Nuvo workshop scholarships are awarded to Breakout Artist Winners & Die Hard Dancers. Regional workshop scholarships are not awarded to Breakout Artist Runners-Up or StandOut Scholarship Winners.

Observers

• Parents of registered dancers are allowed into the workshop classes if they have purchased an Observer wristband through their studio or onsite.
• There is no reserving seats at any time. If a chair is physically unoccupied by an Observer, Nuvo recognizes this chair as "open." Nuvo also reserves the right to move bags off of unoccupied seats in order to make room for paying Observers.
• Observer wristbands will be sold at the Nuvo Store for $85. Nuvo uses a cashless payment model. We do not accept cash onsite at the Nuvo Store.
• Observers are not allowed into the AUDITION COMBO CLASSES or BREAKOUT AUDITIONS.
• Observers do not have access to the Teacher/Studio Owner room or closed rehearsals at any time.
• One free Nubie Observer band will be given to the studio for the appropriate parent/guardian for each registered Nubie dancer. This wristband will only allow entrance to the Nubie classroom. It does not grant access to the Mini, Junior, Teen, Senior or Teacher rooms – NO exceptions. Additional Nubie Observer bands can be purchased onsite at the Nuvo store, if needed.
• Observer wristbands are not required for the Welcome Show, Competition or Closing Show.
• Nuvo reserves the right to limit observers within each ballroom, subject to attendance and space limitations. If limit is reached prior to convention, Observer wristbands will not be sold at the door.
• Nuvo reserves the right to revoke any Observer privileges.
• One-day Observer wristbands are not available.
• Observers 10 years and under are free, as long as they are accompanied by a paid Observer.
• NO videotaping or photography allowed at any point during the workshop classes. Still photos can be taken in between classes, with the artists, etc.
• Observer wristbands are NON-REFUNDABLE. No exceptions.

Workshop Schedule

Depending on competition registration, the workshop schedule may vary from city to city.

Friday night classes and events are only held in select cities.

Tentative workshop schedules are available one week prior to the event. Please remember that workshop schedules are subject to change up to the day of the event. Please see our Info Desk or our website for the most current schedule.

On occasion, Nuvo may "flip" the standard schedule of workshop and competition on Saturday. This would mean that competition would begin Saturday morning followed by classes in the afternoon.

In some cities, it may be required to split the workshop schedule in halves. This would mean Mini & Junior dancers would have classes first before the Teen & Senior dancers. Nuvo will notify studios if this occurs.

Friday

TIME	SENIOR	TEEN	JUNIOR	MINI	TEACHER (NU = NUbie)
7:00am - 11:00pm	Registration!
8:00am - 3:30pm	Possibility of Solo and/or Duo/Trio Competition *Please Note: If Nuvo decides to schedule any solos or duo/trios before 3:30pm on Friday and a routine decides not to perform, Nuvo will provide a full refund.
3:30pm - 11:00pm	Competition! Webcast LIVE from gonuvo.com/webcast!
6:00pm - 10:00pm	Optional Master Classes

Saturday

TIME	SENIOR	TEEN	JUNIOR	MINI	TEACHER	NUBIE
7:00am-11:30am	Registration
7:30am-7:45am	Nuvo Welcome Show!
8:00am-9:00am	CLASS	BALLET + AUDITION COMBO	CLASS	CLASS	MEET & GREET	PARENT CLASS
9:00am-10:00am	CLASS	BALLET + AUDITION COMBO (Ages 13-15) (Closed to Observers)	CLASS	CLASS	TEACHER PROGRAM	PARENT CLASS
10:00am-11:00am	CLASS	BREAKOUT AUDITION (Closed to Observers)	BREAK	BREAK	TEACHER PROGRAM	NU CLASS (11:45a-12p)
11:00am-12:00pm	LUNCH (ARTIST DISCUSSION)		BALLET + AUDITION COMBO	CLASS	TEACHER PROGRAM	NU CLASS (12-12:30p)
12:00pm-1:00pm	BALLET + AUDITION COMBO	CLASS	BALLET + AUDITION COMBO (Ages 11-12) (Closed to Observers)	CLASS	TEACHER PROGRAM	NU CLASS (12:30-1:15p)
1:00pm-2:00pm	CLASS	CLASS	BREAKOUT AUDITION (Closed to Observers)	CLASS	TEACHER PROGRAM	NU CLASS (1:15-2p)
2:50pm-3:00pm	NUBIE PERFORMANCE					NU CLASS (2-2:45p)
3:00pm-11:30pm	Competition!

Sunday

TIME	SENIOR	TEEN	JUNIOR	MINI	TEACHER	NUBIE
7:30am-3:30pm	Registration
8:00am-8:15am	Warm-up	Warm-up	Warm-up	Warm-up		NU CLASS (8-8:45a)
8:15am-9:15am	AUDITION COMBO (Ages 16-19) (Closed to Observers)	CLASS	CLASS	BALLET + AUDITION COMBO	TEACHER PROGRAM	NU CLASS (8:45-9:30a)
9:15am-10:15am	BREAKOUT AUDITION (Closed to Observers	CLASS	CLASS	AUDITION COMBO (Ages 8-10) (Closed to Observers)	TEACHER PROGRAM	NU CLASS (9:30-10:15a)
10:15am-11:15am	CLASS	CLASS	CLASS	BREAKOUT AUDITION (Closed to Observers)	TEACHER PROGRAM	NU CLASS + FINALE (10:15-11a)
11:15pm-12:15pm	LUNCH (BREAKOUT REHEARSAL)				TEACHER PROGRAM
12:15pm-1:15pm	CLASS	CLASS	CLASS	CLASS	TEACHER PROGRAM
1:15pm-2:15pm	CLASS	CLASS	CLASS	CLASS	TEACHER PROGRAM
2:30pm-3:30pm	CLOSING SHOW

Digital Media

Photography and Video recording from any media devices (i.e. digital cameras, cell phones, SLR's, Flip, etc.) is strictly prohibited during classes and competition. This is to enforce the children's safety and privacy, as well as protecting the work of choreographers and artists. Nuvo offers professional photo and video services at each of our events and on our website after the event.

Safety and Security

• The host hotel, facilities and Nuvo Dance Convention are not responsible for any lost personal items or injuries.
• If a participant of Nuvo Dance Convention is in need of first aid, please see a Nuvo Staff member at the Info Desk.
• Please make sure all personal items are against the perimeter of the ballroom, under the chairs, at all times to avoid injury.
• All dancers under the age of 16 who are registered with Nuvo Dance Convention must be accompanied by an adult of a legal age.
• All dancers registered for the workshop must complete and sign a DanceOne digital waiver in order to participate. This waiver can be found in your Dance360 account once you have completed registration. Studio owners will forward this waiver link to their dancers & guardians.