Through a pre-event audition process, we identify the most elite dancers attending THE DANCE COMBINE 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), and are guaranteed entry in the Improv Showcase.

COMBINE MVP Dancers will be announced in May of 2026. See more information below on COMBINE MVP.

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!

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.

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.

In addition to showcasing 3 combos, all COMBINE MVPS
will showcase a 1 min solo (style of choice) and have guaranteed entry to the 4x8 & Improv Showcases.

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 50+ college programs.

Additionally, most colleges are requesting audition videos during their team recruitment processes. Auditioning to become a COMBINE MVP is a great way to gain filming experience!

You have nothing to lose!

Dancers will attach to their already required technique video submission an additional segment, which serves as their audition. This additional segment includes a ‘one-take’ technical skills video, as well as videos of the dancer performing solos.

COMBINE MVPS will be chosen and announced on April 10, 2026. COMBINE MVPs will perform a solo and have guaranteed entry into the improv showcase in Dallas.

We recommend wearing fitted, comfortable dance clothing (ex: leggings, sports bra, tank top, crop top etc). More details can be found in The Dancer Portal.

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

For solos, we recommend that dancers wear whatever they are comfortable with. Dancers are not required to wear a full competition costume, but can if they would like to! 

Here are some important dates to save in your calendar. Please see the final schedule to note MVP-specific event portions!

Click on the links to add them to your Google Calendar!

• Friday, February 27th - Dancer Profiles and MVP Auditions Due
• Friday, April 10th - MVP Dancers Announced in your Portal
• Friday, May 15th - Sunday May 17th - THE DANCE COMBINE

Passes will be available until sold out, with the final purchase date being March 27, 2026.

All private lessons will be 20 minutes in duration.

Private lessons are taught via Zoom.

Private lessons will be scheduled in Early April 2026. Scheduling links will be shared directly with private lesson pass holders.

We have gathered an experienced staff from TRIBE 99 who all have been involved with college dance teams, either as a dancer, choreographer, and/or coach.

Dancers will pre-select two topics to focus on during their lesson. Topics of focus could include: 4x8 review, technique review, what to wear, what specific questions to ask college coaches, and/or which colleges to focus attention on.

The goal of the private lesson is for the dancer to receive and apply feedback. 

The time will not be used to teach the dancer how to perform any technical skills, choreograph material for the dancer or learn THE DANCE COMBINE routines.

Our Private Lessons have now closed for the 2026 THE DANCE COMBINE! We can't wait to see you in Dallas!

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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To receive a TRIBE 99 COMBINE SCORE, dancers must be registered for the Dallas event and submit a Dancer Profile with required elements to be evaluated.

Dancers who meet all requirements and submit them by the given deadline will receive a score. 

If any required element is not submitted or is submitted incorrectly, the Dancer will not be eligible to receive a score.

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A refund can be requested by those who had purchased a refundable ticket during initial registration; deadlines will apply. 

To determine your ticket refund status, please check your original purchase email. Instructions can be found in this email. (search subject line: Refundable Ticket Confirmation).

Please read our Terms & Conditions.

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 to recruit a new dancer to fill the canceled spot. This date also allows for an appropriate amount of time for a waitlisted dancer to plan their travel to the event.

We are sorry to hear about your injury! Unfortunately, injuries are a part of being a dancer, but it does not mean that your college dance dreams are over! 

College coaches understand that injuries occur and that being healthy 24/7 is unrealistic; college coaches are looking for dancers who can communicate and persevere through these challenges that arise!

We have a few options for you to consider below. 

 1.) Attend the event in person, receiving all in-person benefits, and either:

• Dance in the sections you feel you can, safely (pending the approval from your parent and medical provider) OR  
• Sit out from the dancing portion entirely, submit your dancer profile for college coaches to receive, and still participate in educational opportunities and coach connections. 

By attending in person, you will have the ability to network with the college coaches and learn by observing the showcase! 

No other combine will offer the opportunity to connect with as many nationally ranked collegiate programs all in one place!

2.) Transition to the At-Home Pass

Choose to attend virtually via the At-Home Pass. Submit a recruiting video based on the guidelines shared in your dancer portal. The recruiting video can include previous performance videos, if needed, due to the injury. The college coaches will still receive your dancer profile and recruiting video, and will be notified if their program is one of your top 5 schools.

3.) Cancel your pass

Choose to cancel your pass in its entirety. Your dancer profile will not be shared with the college coaches. Refund policy will apply.

We are sorry to hear that you are sick and wish you a speedy recovery! Unfortunately, getting sick is a part of life, but it does not mean that your college dance dreams are over! 

College coaches understand that dancers get sick and that being healthy 24/7 is unrealistic; college coaches are looking for dancers who can communicate and persevere through these challenges that arise!

We have a few options for you to consider below. 

 1.) Transition to the At-Home Pass

Choose to attend virtually via the At-Home Pass. Submit a recruiting video based on the guidelines and submission deadlines shared in your dancer portal. The recruiting video can include previous performance videos, if needed, due to the timing of your sickness. The college coaches will still receive your dancer profile and recruiting video, and will be notified if their program is one of your top 5 schools.

2.) Cancel your pass

Choose to cancel your pass in its entirety. Your dancer profile will not be shared with the college coaches. Refund policy will apply.

We are sorry to hear that you are unable to attend THE DANCE COMBINE! Unfortunately, conflicting life events happen, but it does not mean that your college dance dreams are over! 

College coaches understand that dancers have many priorities that they must juggle; college coaches are looking for dancers who can communicate and persevere through these challenges that arise!

We have a few options for you to consider below.  

1.) Transition to the At-Home Pass

Choose to attend virtually via the At-Home Pass. Submit a recruiting video based on the guidelines and submission deadlines shared in your dancer portal. The college coaches will still receive your dancer profile and recruiting video, and will be notified if their program is one of your top 5 schools.

2.) Cancel your pass

Choose to cancel your pass in its entirety. Your dancer profile will not be shared with the college coaches. Refund policy will apply.

 To request a refund, please refer to the link in the original email confirmation you received when you purchased the refundable ticket option (search subject line: Refundable Ticket Confirmation).

For more information on refunding tickets, please visit our Terms & Conditions.