January
16th-18th, 2026
The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center
1601 Lake Robbins Dr,
The Woodlands, TX 77380
STAGE DIMENSIONS
Total Stage Size: 53′ x 50′
10 Marley Panels
5’3″ Panels
WORLDS BIDS
The Dance Worlds Bids:
- 4 At-Large Bids
- 2 Partial-Paid Bids
**This may increase as event size increases.**
ABOUT WARM-UP
1 – Marley Strip:
Warm-up any skills
2 – Full Floor:
Full performance run-through with music
SUMMIT BIDS
The Dance Summit Bids:
- 2 Basecamp Bids per age category
EARLY BIRD DEADLINE: Dec. 1st
** All payment must be received by December 1st to receive the 10% discount.
ONLINE REG. CLOSES: Dec. 19th
** Entry verification begins.
** Facility agreement due.
FINAL ADD/DROP: Dec. 30th
** All payment must be received to be included in the schedule.
** Refunds will not be granted past this date.
PRELIMINARY SCHEDULE: Jan. 6th
** This information will be emailed to the coaches.
** All changes must be processed through the schedule change request form.
** All music must be uploaded by this date.
FINAL SCHEDULE SENT: Jan. 13th
** All changes must be processed through the schedule change request form.
FINAL SCHEDULE POSTED: Jan. 15th
** The schedule will be posted here and on our CP Dance App.
Spectator admission is available for purchase here.
Failure to comply with the event’s code of conduct may result in removal from the event.
The live stream link will be available on the day of the event.
The competition results will be posted here the Monday following the competition.
General information, spectator guidelines,
and coach details below.
Registration:
ONLINE REG. CLOSES: Dec. 23rd
** Entry verification begins.
FINAL ADD/DROP: Dec. 31st
** All payment must be received to be included in the schedule.
** Refunds will not be granted past this date.
Schedule:
PRELIMINARY SCHEDULE: Jan. 7th
** This information will be emailed to the directors/coaches.
** All changes must be processed through the schedule change form.
** All music must be uploaded by this date.
FINAL SCHEDULE SENT: Jan. 14th
** All changes must be processed through the schedule change form.
FINAL SCHEDULE POSTED: Jan. 16th
** The schedule will be posted here and on our CP Dance App.
FINAL ROSTER DUE: Jan. 16th
Live Stream:
The main performance area live stream can be accessed here on contest day when and where available. The live stream can also be accessed via our app, CP Dance.
Results:
Semi-Finals results will be posted HERE Saturday evening following Session 2.
The competition results will be posted here the Monday following the competition.
Director FAQs:
Where can I find the entry fees?
See our Registration page.
Where can I find the rules and regulations?
Click Here for our 2025 Particulars.
I have a specific scheduling request.
Include your request in your registration. Contact Ellen Woods for more questions.
I have a question about registration.
Email Nicole Kayser.
I need an updated invoice.
Email Disney Battles.
How do I upload my music?
1 – Login to your registration dashboard.
2 – Under this location, click upload music.
** Be sure to upload a .mp3 or .mp4 format. ** Contact our team HERE for more questions
Spectator FAQs:
How will admission work?
Spectator admission is done via Ticket Tailor.
Will there be food available for purchase?
There will not be food for purchase on-site. Pre-order meals may be offered.
Will the contest be live streamed?
Yes, at all available locations and sessions. Viewing details will be posted above the week of the event.
Host School Details:
To ensure accuracy, final event details will be available 5 weeks prior to the event. For immediate questions, please contact the host school director.
Thank you for your patience!
Floor Specs:
- – The main performance area will be approximately 51.5′ wide and 45′ deep.
- – Each marley panel is approximately 5’3″ wide and there are 10 panels total.
- – The performance floor will be set on a stage.
Practice Area Information:
- – The practice area will have ten 5’3″ marley panels.
- – Each team will have a rotation on a strip of marley and a rotation on the full practice floor.
Floor Specs:
– The main performance floor will be approximately 42′ wide and 42′ deep.
– Each marley panel is approximately 5’3″ wide and there are 10 panels total.
Practice Area Floor:
There will be two practice area rotations:
1. Practice on 1 marley panel
2. Practice on full performance floor (see dimensions above)
Other Specs:
Props and curtains are not permitted at CPD Spirit Contests.
Live Stream
The live stream can be accessed here on contest day when and where available. The live stream can also be accessed via our app, CP Dance.
As a reminder, attendees will have until December 26, 2024 to receive the discounted rate you arranged for them. (After that, rates are likely to go up and its possible rooms may no longer be available)
HYATT REGENCY CONROE
1001 Grand Central Parkway, Conroe, TX 77304, USA
Results
The contest results will be posted here the Monday following the contest.
CPD Spirit Nationals Bid Offerings:
4 At Large Bids
2 Partial Paid Bids
Location Details
To ensure accuracy, final event details will be available 5 weeks prior to the event. For immediate questions, please contact Nicole Kayser.
Thank you for your patience!
