THE DANCE COMBINE is designed for college coaches to recruit and connect with high school dancers on a national level. Coaches from all divisions will be recruiting dancers throughout the day, providing dancers with the opportunity to connect with them.

TRIBE 99 Hosts various events throughout each year. Here is the quick breakdown on the difference between each! 

THE DANCE COMBINE - 2.5 Day Format
This event is for those who want to gain national exposure in their college recruiting journey and connect with schools from all over.  The event is NATIONALLY ATTENDED meaning coaches and dancers from all over the country are traveling in to participate once per year. This is your one stop shop to connect with 55+ teams in one place once per year. Only current High School Sophomores and Juniors are eligible to attend in person. We also offer the At-Home Pass should you not be able to make it or are a current Freshman! 

OFFSEASON -  1.5 Day Format
These events happen each summer from June - August in cities near you! Each city is an all-inclusive summer dance intensive for those who want to be challenged to improve their skill set. OFFSEASON is perfect for dancers who are looking for the most well-rounded training experience on the market!

REGIONAL COMBINES - 2 Day Format
This event is perfect for those strongly considering a future in college dance! A consolidated version of THE DANCE COMBINE experience (see details above), REGIONAL COMBINES are attended by colleges that are in or near the region of the host city. These events provide more intimate recruiting settings with smaller group sizes so your chances of grabbing a coach's attention are even better!

THE DANCE COMBINE will be held in Dallas, TX, in 2026!

Exact location details will be announced to attendees.

THE DANCE COMBINE is a groundbreaking event—the first of its kind! Designed by our recruiting experts, it brings dancers and college coaches together while also preparing dancers to showcase at their best.

Before the event, dancers complete important tasks to ensure they’re fully prepared, making the time spent with college coaches more productive and impactful. It’s not just about showing up—it’s about showing up ready to impress!

Dancer Pass (Attend in Dallas):

Dancers graduating in the classes of 2027-2028.

At-Home Pass:

Dancers graduating in the classes of 2027-2029

Our recruiting experts often hear the question, “Do I really need to attend THE DANCE COMBINE? If I’m good enough, won’t coaches just find me? Can’t I just make the team just based upon a solid audition?”

No one, no matter how much of a star dancer they are, can rely on chance in the recruiting process. Because of time constraints and their dance team’s budget, college coaches don’t have the resources to travel the country to see recruits, which is why THE DANCE COMBINE is so unique. 

The college dance team audition process has changed significantly in the last 5 years. Dancers can no longer show up to one audition and make their college dream team. It is crucial to have multiple connection points with college coaches to ensure the program is the best fit.  

You can become a collegiate dancer. There’s no better place to start the process than THE DANCE COMBINE.

A COMBINE MVP (Most Valuable Prospect), is determined through a pre-event application process. We identify the most elite dancers attending THE DANCE COMBINE in Dallas who are then labeled as 'COMBINE MVPS'. These dancers are predicted to be at the top of their recruiting class. In addition to participating in all standard event components, they will have exclusive showcases to highlight their specific abilities to the college coaches. This distinctive label can be a game-changer in a dancer's recruiting journey.

COMBINE MVPS will be chosen by a Selection Committee based on:

• A Consecutive Technique Video
• Combo Videos

All COMBINE MVPS will showcase a 1-minute solo (style of choice). 

COMBINE MVPS will be announced in April of 2026. See more information below on COMBINE MVPS. 

The most up-to-date list of colleges can be found at the link below. The colleges represent many divisions (DIA, DI, DII, DIII, NAIA) from all across the U.S.

CHECK OUT OUR COLLEGE ATTENDEES

Please see your Dancer Portal for more information!

No, you do not need to log in to or have an existing account. All dancers will be asked to set one up after successfully purchasing a pass.

Your Dancer Portal is your hub for all event information for THE DANCE COMBINE. You’ll receive access links after completing your purchase.

If you’re part of the Class of 2026 and haven’t yet chosen a college, we invite you to take part in the At-Home Pass. Find out more below!

This is a great opportunity to get increased exposure to college coaches if selected. 

The 2026 audition process has minimal requirements, making it easy for you to audition for this event.

If chosen, you'll showcase supplemental material for college coaches, giving you MAXIMUM exposure to college programs. 

Take the leap! You can do it!

It's important to understand that the audition process is highly competitive, with only a limited number of dancers being chosen.

Furthermore, please keep in mind that this is just one of the many opportunities you may encounter in your recruiting journey to perform in front of college coaches.

Even if you audition and are not selected this year, you will still have the chance to showcase your talent and gain exposure to over 55+ college programs. You have nothing to lose!

COMBINE MVPS will be able to showcase a 1 minute solo on day 3. More opportunites will be discuessed with selected dancers. 

Due to the live design of the coinciding showcases, only dancers who hold an in-person pass and will be attending the Dallas event will be able to participate in this audition.

A Selection Committee will evaluate each applicant. The Selection Committee is composed of a panel of evaluators who have expertise in the college dance team industry. They will choose dancers by reviewing and scoring all auditions.

Official scores, the evaluation process, and feedback for this audition will not be disclosed. However, in-person attendees will still receive their TRIBE 99 COMBINE SCORE post event!

There is not a set number of dancers chosen to attend.

The Selection Committee will focus on making sure that the top dancers selected share the same standards of excellence and match the requirements that top college coaches are looking for in their recruits.

Only the selected COMBINE MVPS will be asked to share their solo in person.

Registration for THE DANCE COMBINE 2026 is open!

At this time, all in-person passes are SOLD OUT.

JOIN THE WAITLIST or GRAB AN AT-HOME PASS
 

It is one of our biggest priorities to ensure that each individual in attendance walks away with a very high-quality experience which includes having the appropriate space and sufficient time in front of college coaches to showcase themselves. The number of dancers permitted to attend will reflect these priorities!

The At-Home Pass is for dancers to submit their recruitment videos to be viewed by the college coaches in attendance. This option will remain available to all dancers, even if the in person event is sold out. See more info on The At-Home Pass below.

Yes! We want to ensure that any dancer who wants to be seen by college coaches has the opportunity to do so. This is why we created the At Home Pass - a virtual experience for dancers to submit their recruitment videos to be viewed by the college coaches in attendance. 

If a spot opens up for an in-person pass, we will offer the option to upgrade in this order:

1. The At-Home pass holders, class of 2027
2. The At-Home pass holders, class of 2028
3. Non-pass holders who are on the waitlist

Dancers who weren't able to grab a Dancer Pass for Dallas are HIGHLY ENCOURAGED to register for The At-Home Pass! This is a great way to experience our event, showcase your talent, and get exposure to college coaches. In addition, you'll get a list of the recruiting coaches' information, which includes any upcoming in-person recruiting opportunities associated with their schools!

The final date that we will offer any waitlisted spots (if available) will be March 13, 2026. The waitlist will be available starting after registration opens!

We do not offer group registrations for our recruiting events. 

Our goal is to create a fair registration process for each individual participant. 

• 3 College-Level Masterclasses
• 55+ College Team Profiles with All Recruiting Info
• COMBINE MVP Audition Opportunity
• Dancer Profile Shared with 55+ College Teams
• Online Portal for Event Prep
• THE DANCE COMBINE “How to Submit the Perfect Dancer Profile” Webinar
• College Dance Prep Webinar & Event Q/A Session
• Access to Coach Connection Sessions
• Networking Session with College Dancers
• TRIBE 99 COMBINE SCORE
• One (1) Boxed Meal
• TRIBE 99 Event Gift

Private Lessons with a TRIBE 99 Staff Member 

• In this 20-minute virtual lesson, you can have your pre-combine questions answered, such as 4x8 prep, what to wear, what colleges to focus on, etc. Private Lessons are offered to both in-person dancers and At-Home Dancers. 

Premium Pass (SOLD OUT!)

• Enhance your event experience with this bundle, including - 
  • Priority Check-In
  • TRIBE 99 Sweatshirt
  • Virtual Group Mentorship Session with a TRIBE 99 Recruiting Expert

Elite Pass (SOLD OUT!) 

• Elevate your event experience to VIP status with this bundle, including -
  • Priority Check-In

  • TRIBE 99 Sweatshirt

  • Exclusive 1-hr Small Group Virtual Mentorship Session with Carsen Rowe

  • In-Person Networking Session with Carsen

  • Coach Connection Fast Pass (Be the first in line to talk to the coach of your DREAMS)

  • Video Shoot in front of the LED Board 

  • Private Routine Review & Feedback Session Before Combo Showcase

Refundable Ticket Option - want to ensure your ticket is refundable? 

• Add this at the time of purchase to allow for flexibility through February 27, 2026. Please see the full Refundable Ticket TERMS & CONDITIONS. This is only available to Dancer Pass Holders (attending the event in Dallas, TX)

Yes - family/friends/high school coaches are welcome to observe certain portions of the event! 

Observer Bundle Passes are now for sale!

GRAB YOUR PASS HERE!

THE DANCE COMBINE At-Home Pass is an opportunity for dancers who cannot attend the live event to be recruited by the amazing collegiate programs registered for THE DANCE COMBINE. At-Home Dancers will submit a Dancer Profile including a video of their technical skills, a 4x8 solo, and masterclass routines.

Purchase your At-Home Pass Now!

• 3 College-Level Masterclasses Learned Via Video
• Dancer Profile Shared with College Coaches 
• Top 5 Colleges will be notified of your interest 
• College Program Profiles 
• Online Portal for Event Prep
• Virtual College Prep Seminar & Event Q/A Session
• Virtual Zoom Info Session with participating College Coaches and Representatives

The college dance team audition landscape has changed significantly over the last 5 years. Many teams now require a video component as a part of the team’s recruitment or audition process. 

Not only does The At-Home Pass allow the dancer to share their recruiting profiles and videos with college coaches, but it is also one of the only opportunities that provides the dancer with a chance to learn how to put together a top-notch recruiting video.

Dancers can also utilize the masterclass routines for future recruit videos for their top programs.

Finally, the curated list of college program profiles provided through The At-Home Pass is essential to help you organize within the recruiting process.

Purchase your At-Home Pass Now!

Class of 2027, 2028, and 2029

At-Home Dancers will have the opportunity to join live Zoom Information Sessions this spring! These sessions are designed to give dancers a chance to learn more about College Programs — all from the comfort of home.

Each College Coach will receive every dancer’s full profile, including contact information, allowing them to connect directly with dancers following their video submission.

Dancers will also receive a College Program Info Sheet with key details about each program to help guide and narrow their college search.

All colleges listed in a dancer’s Top 5 Schools List will be notified of their interest.

Please note that every coach has different recruiting timelines, needs, and philosophies — so while we encourage outreach and connection, we cannot guarantee if or when a coach will contact you individually.

Quick answer, no. In order to ensure quality of teaching and detail of the movement, At-Home dancers will learn the TRIBE 99 routines via video in their own time.

At-Home dancers will be granted access to the combo teaching videos on May 26th after the Dallas event has concluded and will have through June 2nd to learn, record, and submit their material!

The TRIBE 99 COMBINE SCORE is based on 8 categories, some of which require evaluation of a live performance. As a result, participants in the At-Home Pass will NOT receive a TRIBE 99 COMBINE SCORE. 

There are built-in sections of the event where dancers can individually walk around the tables to connect with you. At the event, you will get the dancers' profiles, including all of their contact information. Dancers will also have your college program profiles if they wish to connect with a coach personally after the event. 

As for the At-Home Pass, you will be sent additional Dancer Profiles AND have an opportunity to attend a Virtual Coach Connection & Information session to expand your reach. 

Dancers will showcase routines in Hip Hop, Jazz, and Pom, as well as their technical skills. Each dancer will also have the chance to highlight their individual talent during the 4x8 Showcase. Select dancers will be featured in the Improv Showcase and perform a one-minute solo to further display their unique abilities.

For The At-Home Pass, dancers will submit videos of their technical skills, 4x8 solo, and hip hop, jazz, and pom routines. 

Each registered coach will receive all of the dancers' information you would need (ie: name, city/state, grad year, high school info etc.) Each dancer is submitting a list of their TOP 5 schools. Each program will receive a sheet of all the dancers who have them included in their TOP 5 list. 

Coaches will also receive the dancers' TRIBE 99 COMBINE SCORE if the dancer is attending the event in Dallas. 

Each program will have a 2' x 6' table. At your table, you are free to bring any and all marketing material for your program. 

Each dancer attending our event in Dallas will receive a comprehensive "TRIBE 99 COMBINE SCORE". In an effort to provide maximum feedback and to ensure we are supporting an atmosphere for growth, dancers will also receive score breakdowns for each category in which they are being evaluated.

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Back for 2026, we are inviting coaches to bring up to 2 of their team members to perform in our College Kickoff routine. There is no additional registration fee for these dancers to attend the event!

College dancers will be sent the choreography to learn before arriving in Dallas. Dancers must be available for rehearsal on Friday, May 15th, 2026.

More information coming soon! 

At this time, coaches who do not purchase a Coach Pass are unable to attend as observers. This policy helps keep the experience fair and consistent for all participating coaches and ensures those who purchase a pass receive dedicated time and access to connect with recruits. Thank you for understanding!

TRIBE 99’s Terms and Conditions are similar to most live event functions (concerts, dance conventions, etc.), as all expenses are incurred well in advance. Without these policies, it would be difficult for our small business to project the number of staff members, facility space, and plan for the overall event experience. 

We always strive to serve our clients with the best experience possible, and in order to remain fair with all of the dancers, coaches, and parents we serve, we must keep a consistent refund policy for all event participants. 

Please read our TERMS & CONDITIONS and find your ticket for the full refund policy.

The $85 value of the refundable ticket pre-purchase option reflects the administrative efforts required to fill the spot once a dancer cancels. This includes the time it takes to communicate with a waitlisted dancer to fill the canceled spot, collect new dancer information, and remove and add dancers within our coach communication portal.

We strive to provide our clients with the best experience possible and try our best to remain fair to all the dancers we serve. The February 27th deadline allows our staff time to recruit a new dancer to fill the canceled spot. This date also allows for an appropriate amount of time for an upgraded waitlisted dancer to plan their travel to the event.