The Unified World Dance Championships Launch as the First-Ever Global,
Unified Dance Competition
Presented by FIVE
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH — JULY 28,2026
For the first time in the history of competitive dance, the world will come together under one
unified standard.
The Unified World Dance Championships, presented by FIVE, officially launches as a groundbreaking global competition designed to unite dancers, judges, and circuits from around the world—on one stage, with one judging system, and one shared vision.
This invite-only championship is open to soloists, duos, and trios who have placed in the Top 20 at national competitions worldwide. For the first time ever, the Unified World Dance Championships will also open its stage to collegiate and high school dancers, allowing them to compete as soloists representing their states, high schools, and universities. This
historic expansion bridges the professional competition world with academic dance programs, creating a truly unified global platform where emerging and elite talent stand on the same stage.
Participation is completely free, reinforcing the event’s core belief: excellence in dance should
be earned by talent—not access.
What sets the Unified World Dance Championships apart is its unprecedented judging model. Judges will represent major convention and competition circuits from across the globe, working within a standardized, unified scoring system to ensure fairness, transparency, and consistency, regardless of region or affiliation.
“This is not about replacing competitions, it’s about elevating the entire industry,” said a spokesperson for FIVE. “Dance has evolved globally, but judging has remained fragmented. This championship is the first step toward unity, respect, and a shared global standard.”
The event represents a historic collaboration across borders, styles, and systems—bringing together the world’s most accomplished dancers in a way never done before.
The Unified World Dance Championships is more than a competition.
It is a movement.
One World. One Standard. One Champion.
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