XLD's Award Winning Competition Team is for dancers passionate about elevating their talent & training. This program is an 11.5 month commitment (August-July) built to foster a love for dance while focusing on technique, discipline and overall performance quality. Dancers compete in regional and national competitions, community events, school programs, halftime entertainment to the NBA, holiday parades as well as the opportunity to attend dance conventions throughout the year. Conventions are a great way for dancers to train with various dance and industry professionals as well as in different styles of dance.
XLD's Elite Company is geared towards our more advanced, serious dancers who truly show a passion for dance and all it has to offer! This program will help create an even bigger love for dance as well as focus on technique, artistry, and discipline. Our Elite Company compete in advanced level stage-based competitions as well as have the opportunity to attend dance conventions. Conventions are a fabulous way for students to gain instruction from various dance professionals and train in different styles of dance. Members are required to perform at our annual Winter & Spring Recitals, Houston Rockets Halftime Show, exclusive community events, 4 Regional and 1 National stage-based competition. Dancers must audition and meet skill level requirements (advanced) to be placed on the Elite Company. Ages 7 and older.
Weekly training class requirements: technique once a week, conditioning, strength and flexibility once a week as well as train in the genres they wish to compete.
XLD's Competitive Team is for the serious dancer who loves to perform and embrace a more intense level of training. Dancers receive skill development training in beginner and intermediate levels, cutting edge choreography all trained by experienced dance professionals. Members are required to perform at our annual Winter & Spring Recitals Houston Rockets Halftime Show, 3 Regional and 1 National stage-based competition. Dancers must audition and meet skill level requirements (beginner or intermediate) to be placed on a team. Ages 7 and older.
Weekly training class requirements: conditioning, strength and flexibility once a week as well as train in the genres they wish to compete.
XLD's Performance Teams is for our beginner dancers looking to progress to our competitive company and provide Crowd Entertaining performances for audiences throughout the community and competitions. Dancers must have 1 year studio dance training to be considered for one of our performance teams. Members are required to perform at our annual Winter & Spring Recitals, 2-3 Regional stage-based competitions and an option to compete at Nationals. Our Performance Program consist of 2 teams, Tiny Starz (Ages 5-7) and Shining Starz (Ages 8-12) Dancers must audition for placement on a team. Weekly training class requirements: train in the genres they wish to compete.
Weekly training class requirements: technique once a week, conditioning, strength and flexibility once a week as well as train in the genres they wish to compete.
XLD's Competitive Team is for the serious dancer who loves to perform and embrace a more intense level of training. Dancers receive skill development training in beginner and intermediate levels, cutting edge choreography all trained by experienced dance professionals. Members are required to perform at our annual Winter & Spring Recitals Houston Rockets Halftime Show, 3 Regional and 1 National stage-based competition. Dancers must audition and meet skill level requirements (beginner or intermediate) to be placed on a team. Ages 7 and older.
Weekly training class requirements: conditioning, strength and flexibility once a week as well as train in the genres they wish to compete.
XLD's Performance Teams is for our beginner dancers looking to progress to our competitive company and provide Crowd Entertaining performances for audiences throughout the community and competitions. Dancers must have 1 year studio dance training to be considered for one of our performance teams. Members are required to perform at our annual Winter & Spring Recitals, 2-3 Regional stage-based competitions and an option to compete at Nationals. Our Performance Program consist of 2 teams, Tiny Starz (Ages 5-7) and Shining Starz (Ages 8-12) Dancers must audition for placement on a team. Weekly training class requirements: train in the genres they wish to compete.
Congrats to "Periodt"
2021 NATIONAL CHAMPIONS
1st Overall Teen Production | 1st Overall Teen hip Hop Production
2021 Teen Battle of the Stars Winners
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Steven Boyd Award
At each regional Masquerade Dance Competition the judges select an outstanding dancer to receive the Steven Boyd Award. This honor is presented to the dancer who not only demonstrates an exceptional level of confidence, but who also shows an undeniable passion for dance through their performance quality. Mr. Steven was a talented dancer, instructor, choreographer, adjudicator and mentor for many. Mr. Steven’s legacy is one masquerade dance chooses to celebrate at each Masquerade event, as they recognize dancers they believe Mr. Steven would have enjoyed interacting with. His true passion for dance and his ability to inspire young artists continue to serve as a benchmark for everyone at Masquerade Dance Competition as they honor his spirit as they see it reflected in each generation of dancers. XLD Performer NIYAH LIGON was the ONE out of over 6,000 dancers chosen to receive this award at Masquerade Houston 2021& 2022 Congrats to
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Congrats to "Rock N Roll Troll"
2021 NATIONAL CHAMPIONS
1st Overall Mini Group | 1st Overall Mini hip Hop Group
2021 Mini Battle of the Stars Nominee & Runner Up
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XLD Performed At The Inaugural production of the Houston’s Urban Nutcracker December 1, 2018 at the Hobby Center. This New And Exciting Twist On An Old Holiday Classic Explored The Proud Cultural Heritage Of The City Of Houston Through Dance, Music, And Narration. This “Feel Good” Nutcracker was Sure To Leave You And Your Family Feeling In The Holiday Spirit Unlike Any Other Holiday Production Has Ever Done Before!