Group Dance FAQ
Everything you need to know before registering your group.
1Who can participate in a Group Dance?
Group Dance is open to dancers of all ages. Each group must have a minimum of 5 dancers. Dancers of different ages may participate in the same group.
2Which category should I select when registering?
Select “Group Dance – All Ages” on the registration form.
3What should I enter in the “Participant Name” field?
Enter the dancer’s full name followed by the group name in parentheses. For example: Ananya Kumar (Rhythm Stars). Every dancer in the same group must use the exact same group name so we can identify and organize the group’s registrations correctly.
4Does every dancer need to register individually?
Yes. Every dancer must complete their own registration form. Each registration should include the dancer’s name and the shared group name as described above.
5How much is the registration fee?
The registration fee is $60 per dancer, not per group. Each dancer must register individually, and the parent or guardian is responsible for that dancer’s registration fee.
Proceeds from the DMV Youth Festival support Educate Fairfax Innovation Grants, which benefit Fairfax County public schools.
6Can a dancer participate in both Solo and Group Dance?
Yes! Dancers may participate in both Solo and Group Dance. However, a separate registration form and a separate $60 registration fee are required for each category. Dancers participating in both categories must complete two registration forms and pay twice.
Please remember that registration proceeds support arts education.
7Will our group compete against solo dancers or older age categories?
Group Dance is a separate performance category. Junior and Senior participants will not be expected to compete against each other. For judging purposes, some age categories, such as Sub-Junior and Junior, may be combined depending on participation.
8How do we submit our music?
Each group needs to submit one MP3 file for its group performance. Only one group member needs to upload the music on behalf of the entire group. Confirmed registrants will receive a private music-submission link and detailed instructions by email.
9How will I know my registration has been received?
Our registration team will send an email confirming receipt of your registration. Payment confirmation may arrive separately within a couple of days.