Dance Evaluation

Every dancer deserves to understand not just HOW they are being judged, but WHY.

This students evaluation experience is designed to pull back the curtain on the world of ballroom judging and to find the clarity, confidence, and direction you need to grow.

EDWARD SIMON
Guest Judge

American Smooth Champion
World Showdance Finalist
US Professional Theatre Arts Silver Medalist Choreographer on “So You Think You Can Dance”

Adjudicator

don’t miss the insightful seminar immediately following the evaluations

EDWARD SIMON

“Are You Easy To Mark?”
3:00 p.m.

register by submitting your payment through VENMO with a note “Edward Simon Seminar” ($50/pp)

Teacher/Student Registration

Registration Deadline:
FEBRUARY 21, 2026

Am/Am Registration

Registration Deadline:
FEBRUARY 21, 2026

Pro/Pro Registration

Registration Deadline:
FEBRUARY 21, 2026

Insight, awareness and unlocking your full potential on the competition floor.

TRANSPARENCY

Understanding what judges look for in technique, movement, partnership, musicality and presentation.

EDUCATION

Breaking down the meaning behind scores so they become tools, not mysteries.

GUIDANCE

Providing personalized feedback to help you pinpoint strengths, identify areas to refine, and elevate your performance.

EMPOWERMENT

Turning evaluations into actionable steps that move you forward on your dance journey.

organized by

IZABELLA JUNDZILL

IEVA PAUKSENA