With the thrill of January’s Common Dance Affiliation (UDA) Faculty Nationals dying down, dancers received’t have to attend lengthy for his or her subsequent obsession: Nationwide Dance Alliance (NDA) Faculty Nationals are simply across the nook. This yr they’ll happen April 9–13 in Daytona, FL.
Ever marvel what separates these two collegiate nationwide championships, or what you need to be looking for in Daytona? Dance Spirit has acquired you coated.
UDA vs NDA
What separates UDA from NDA? For starters, whereas groups compete every dance fashion individually at UDA (assume Hip Hop, Jazz, and Pom occasions), NDA is understood for its Staff Efficiency Division. This routine combines all three types, giving groups an opportunity to indicate off their versatility. The Jazz, Pom, and Hip Hop divisions nonetheless exist on their very own, together with this Staff Efficiency Division.
Prime Groups
Who do you have to be conserving an eye fixed out for? D1A Hip Hop is more likely to be an thrilling race this yr. The 20-time nationwide champion College of Louisville Ladybirds is a powerful contender, and a win this yr can be the staff’s first since 2018. And Boise State, having medaled for the previous two years, would like to take dwelling its first D1A Hip Hop Nationwide Title.
NDA Custom
At NDA Faculty Nationals, it’s customary for profitable groups to run straight into the ocean in full hair, make-up, and costume whereas holding their trophies.
Thrilling Information
This yr, a brand new function of NDA Faculty Nationals will debut. It’s referred to as the Dance Grand Championship, and it consists of division winners competing in a ultimate battle for the Grand Champion title of their respective types.
