Encore is the Ultimate Dance Experience. Our regional events are provide a fun packed day schedule of competitions in all styles for all ages and abilities, workshops and showcases.

THIS IS A QUALIFIER FOR UDO BRITISH DANCE FESTIVAL 2026. YOU NEED TO ATTEND ENCORE WEEKEND OR AN ENCORE REGIONAL TO COMPETE IN ALL ENCORE STYLES & CATEGORIES (TEAMS, DUOS & SOLOS) AT BRITISH DANCE FESTIVAL 2026.

COMPETITION

We will be offering Teams, Solo & Duo competitions in a variety of styles.

Teams – You may choose a maximum of TWO Dance Styles from the below to compete in as a team. 

• Musical Theatre/Jazz (Now Combined)
• Contemporary/Lyrical
• Commercial

Age Categories (For Teams, Duos & Solos):
Under 8’s (Ages 4-7)
Under 12’s (Ages 8-11)
Under 16’s (Ages 12-15)
Over 16’s (Ages 16+)

All TEAM music should be 2 mins, 30 Seconds maximum. (Please note teams will be penalised if their music exceeds this)
The Top 5 Teams, Solos and Duos will be placed with trophies and medals (1st-5th place)

TEAM MUSIC: To submit your Team Music, please email it to hello@theudogroup.com as an MP3 with the Age Division, Team Name & Category clearly stated. Please also provide a back up on the day (e.g. USB, Phone, Laptop etc…)

Solos – You may choose a maximum of ONE Dance Style from the below to compete in as a Solo. 

• Commercial
• Contemporary/Lyrical

Commercial Solos:
Music will be chosen at random by the DJ. It will be a set BPM suitable for the ability & age of the Dancers in that category.

Contemporary / Lyrical Solos FINALS ONLY:
Please Note, Music will be RANDOM for all heats. If you reach the FINAL in your age category then you will be performing to a SET Song. The list of Set Songs for the Finals will be listed in December 2025.

Under 8’s (Ages 4-7) FINALS ONLY:

ARTIST: Jess Glynne

TRACK: I’ll Be There

SONG LINK: HERE

Under 12’s (Ages 8-11) FINALS ONLY:

ARTIST: Alex Warren

TRACK: Ordinary

SONG LINK: HERE

Under 16’s (Ages 12-15) FINALS ONLY:

ARTIST: Kelly Clarkson

TRACK: Because Of You

SONG LINK: HERE

Over 16 (Ages 16+) FINALS ONLY:

ARTIST: Lewis Capaldi

TRACK: Survive

SONG LINK: HERE

Duos – You may choose a maximum of TWO Dance Styles from the below to compete in as a Duo.

• Commercial
• Contemporary/Lyrical
• Musical Theatre/Jazz

Commercial Duos:

Under 8’s (Ages 4-7): 

ARTIST: Rose & Bruno Mars

TRACK: APT

SONG LINK: HERE

Under 12’s (Ages 8-11):

ARTIST: Kelly Rowland

TRACK: Commander

SONG LINK: HERE

Under 16’s (Ages 12-15):

ARTIST: Rihanna

TRACK: S.O.S

SONG LINK: HERE

Over 16’s (Ages 16+):

ARTIST: Lady Gaga

TRACK: Abracadabra

SONG LINK: HERE

Contemporary / Lyrical Duos:

Under 8’s (Ages 4-7):

ARTIST: Benson Boone

TRACK: Slow It Down

SONG LINK: HERE

Under 12’s (Ages 8-11):

ARTIST: Ellie Goulding

TRACK: How Long Will I Love You

SONG LINK: HERE

Under 16’s (Ages 12-15):

ARTIST: Ariana Grande

TRACK: We Can’t Be Friends

SONG LINK: HERE

Over 16’s (Ages 16+):

ARTIST: Sienna Spiro

TRACK: Die On This Hill

SONG LINK: HERE

Musical Theatre / Jazz Duos: 

Under 8’s (Ages 4-7)

ARTIST: Moana

TRACK: You’re Welcome

SONG LINK: HERE

Under 12’s (Ages 8-11)

ARTIST: Hairspray

TRACK: The Nicest Kids In Town

SONG LINK: HERE

Under 16’s (Ages 12-15)

ARTIST: Wicked (2024)

TRACK: Dancing Through Life (From 2:00)

SONG LINK: HERE

Over 16’s (Ages 16+)

ARTIST: Legally Blonde

TRACK: Bend and Snap

SONG LINK: HERE

The DJ will play the set tracks for each age category. The track will be played from the beginning for approx 60 seconds.

Dancers are permitted to choreograph 6 counts of 8, and then keep repeating this if they wish. There will be approx. 5 – 10 duos on the floor at one time.

If you are an Advanced Soloist/Duo and you reach the final 5, each Solo/Duo will have a 30 second spot, the music will start from the beginning each time.

Please Note: All Solo & Duo categories will be split into Beginner & Advanced and there is a possibility they could be combined based on the number of entries we receive. Therefore, the music set for each AGE CATEGORY will be the same regardless of if you are in the Beginner or Advanced categories for your Solo/Duo.

Encore Northampton Championships 2026 only!

As we have released Unleash your style for the UDO British Dance festival 2026 which will encompass all styles not currently represented in encore apart from street dance we have decided to add an Acro section to this event.

 

Team Division

The Acro team division will run as an open age category, allowing you to mix age groups freely without any penalties. This gives teams the flexibility to showcase diverse skills and creativity across ages.

Solo Division

The Acro solo division will be skill‑based, with clear requirements to ensure all movements are executed safely on the day. Each soloist will perform a travelling skills showcase, demonstrating their acro ability individually across the stage.
Participants will be grouped according to their age and sign‑ups, ensuring fair and supportive competition while maintaining a safe environment for all performers.

This is an additional part to the competition and you are able to enter both of thee categories as well as your regular 2 teams, 2 duos and solo.

 

More Information:

Ticket Prices: Dancer £26.00 / Spectator £24.00

Dancer Ticket Includes;

• Entry into event
• Compete In 2 Teams.
• Compete in 2 x Duo Style & 1 x Solo Style
• Compete in the Acro section
• Participation Medal
• Qualification E – Certificate to the UDO British Dance Festival 2026
• Watch the Judges Demonstration Showcase

Spectator Ticket Includes;

• Entry into event
• Watch the Judges Demonstration Showcase
• Watch the Competition for the whole day

For more information, please contact hello@theudogroup.com 

To Book your tickets, head over to the UDO Website below:

https://www.udostreetdance.com/gb_en/events/tickets/encore-northampton-championships-2026

Register Open BELOW! | Entries (Team | Duo | Solo)