Competitive Programs at IMD
COMPETE • GROW • BELONG
More Than Competition. Training Dancers to Perform with Confidence, Lead with Character, and Grow as a Team. Imagery in Motion offers competitive pathways for dancers who are ready for additional training, performance opportunities, teamwork, conventions, and competitions. Our programs are designed to challenge dancers while maintaining a positive, supportive environment where progress, character, and strong technique matter.
Peanut Team
Age Range: 4-6 Years
Weekly Expectations: 1-2 days per week of foundational training and creative movement.
Dancer Profile: Little movers with big energy ready to discover the magic of the stage.
PLACEMENT & TEAM LEVELS
The Perfect Level for Every Journey
Petite/Mini Teams
Age Range: 5-7 Years
Weekly Expectations: 3 days per week of technical training and rehearsal.
Dancer Profile: Young artists showing focus, curiosity, and a budding passion for performance.
Junior/Pre Teen Teams
Age Range: 8-12 Years
Weekly Expectations: 3 days per week  technical training and rehearsal.
Dancer Profile: Motivated students ready to refine their skills and commit to dynamic teamwork.
Teen/Senior Teams
Age Range: 13-18 Years
Weekly Expectations: 3 days per week focused on professional artistry and advanced technique.
Dancer Profile: Energetic leaders pursuing technical excellence and cinematic performance quality.
IMDC Performance Company
A Supportive Introduction to Competitive Dance
IMDC is designed for dancers who want additional performance opportunities and an introduction to competition without the full commitment of an elite-level program.
- A manageable competitive commitment
- Additional performance experience
- A positive introduction to competition
- Team friendships and studio involvement
- Continued technical growth
Find the Right Competitive Path
Every dancer’s journey is different. IMD offers multiple competitive programs so dancers can find the training level, commitment, and experience that best supports their goals.
IMD Elite Team
Strong Training. Big Goals. One Team.
- A higher level of technical training
- Multiple performance opportunities
- Regional and national competitions
- Conventions and master classes
- Strong team culture
- Goal-focused instruction
WHY CHOOSE IMD
IMD Elite Pro Track
Train with purpose. Perform with passion. Lead with confidence.
- Accelerate technical growth.
- Focused, positive environment.
- Individualized feedback.
- Strength, flexibility, and performance.
- Regional and national conventions.
In-House Choreography
- Regional and national top overall awards
- Artistic excellence and storytelling awards
- Choreographer of the Year nominations
- Top overall studio honors
- Most admired and most entertaining studio awards
AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS
Awards & Milestones
Competitive Excellence
At Imagery in Motion Dance, our Competitive Program is built on exceptional training, artistic excellence, and a commitment to helping every dancer reach their highest potential. While awards are an exciting part of the journey, our greatest success is developing confident, well-rounded dancers who continue to thrive both on and off the stage.
More Than Trophies
Our mission extends far beyond competition results. We strive to cultivate dancers who are disciplined, resilient, creative, and compassionate—young artists who lead with confidence, perform with authenticity, and carry the lessons they learn at IMD into every aspect of life.
Dancer Achievements
- Our talented dancers consistently reach new heights, securing top honors and championships on elite national stages. Many of our dancers serve as esteemed convention assistants and have been awarded prestigious convention scholarships to further their training. In their own schools, they excel as dance team captains and officers. We proudly celebrate their placements into world-class programs including the Joffrey Ballet School (NYC) Trainee Program, CLI Conservatory, Pace University Commercial Dance, SFA Dance Team, Broadway Dance Center Trainee Program, Complexions Summer Program, and the Champam University Summer Program.
Alumni Success
- The spirit of Imagery in Motion soars through the nation’s most acclaimed collegiate stages and professional dance companies. Our alumni continue their artistic pursuit at the NYU Tisch School of the Arts, Oklahoma City University’s Ann Lacy School of American Dance, and the Pace University Commercial Dance program in Manhattan. Beyond the classroom, IMD dancers shine as icons of the University of Texas Dance Team, the SFA School of Theatre and Dance, and the world famous Kilgore College Rangerettes. On the professional stage, our graduates inspire audiences with the Mark Morris Dance Company and other premier ensembles across the country, carrying our legacy into the future.
Competition FAQ
When are auditions for competitive teams?
Auditions typically take place in late spring.
What are the costume and travel costs?
Costs vary by team level and the number of routines. Fees include costumes, competition entry fees, and travel expenses for regional events. We provide a detailed fee schedule at the time of auditioning.
What is the weekly time commitment?
Dancers on our competitive teams commit to a specific schedule of technical classes and rehearsals. This ranges from 4-15 hours per week depending on the team level and age group.
Do you travel for competitions?
Yes, we participate in several regional competitions per year, mostly within the DFW metroplex. Some teams may also attend a national finale in the summer.
COMMUNITY FIRST • ARTISTIC EXCELLENCE • PERSONAL GROWTH • DANCE FAMILY • CREATIVE EXPRESSION • INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT • TECHNICAL MASTERY • CONFIDENCE BUILDING