About Us

Dance Machine Productions Philosophy:

Competition is not about "beating out others" but improving yourselves, appreciating what you have learned and acknowledging others accomplishments, everything else is icing on the cake!

Dance Machine Productions was established in 1999.  It began as Footsteps Dance Competition and held one small competition a year until 2001 when it began holding regional competitions across the Carolinas. In 2002 Footsteps Dance Competition became Dance Machine Productions holding regional competitions and workshops across the southeast and held it's first National Championships in conjunction with Ultimate Dance Productions. In 2008 we celebrate our 8th season we are "Going Under Construction" to make a better Dance Machine experience for each dancer, parent, and teacher.  Join us in 2008 for a competition that you will never forget and become part of the Dance Machine Family!

Dance Machine Productions Competitions & Workshops are by invitation only. All studios, schools, and organizations invited must  give quality dance instruction, have high moral standards, be and remain in good standing in their communities.  Dance Machine Competitions are designed to be a positive learning experience and opportunity for everyone to be recognized for their accomplishments.  A competition where everyone is treated equal.
 
We do limit competition size.  Three & now even four day regional competitions are hard on dancers, teachers, and parents.  At Dance Machine all of our regional competitions are kept to two days.  We want every aspect of your competition experience with Dance Machine to be positive and pleasant.
 
We offer over 25 competition categories, multiple age levels, and three competition levels, with a scoring system that factors in age differences, levels, and is based on a sliding scale that adjusts to the particular competition for determining ratings. 
 
What makes Dance Machine different?  1. We are nice to everyone and handle each situation as fair as possible. 2. We are organized and stay on or ahead of schedule at every regional competition 3. We have "The Dream Team", where dancers from Top Scoring Group Routines are given the opportunity to perform the Opening Number of our Grand National Championships "Showdown of the Stars" 4. We have one of America's largest and most respected dance title competitions, where well rounded dancers are given the opportunity to grow as a person and a dancer 5. We are honest and fair...we do not show favoritism to a studio just because they bring the most routines or have the biggest check.  Everyone is on equal ground!
 
We always welcome teachers to call or e-mail with any questions...we are here to help you.  If your interested in learning how to receive an invitation please contact us.