What is DX All American?
The DX ALL AMERICAN TALENT & SCHOLASTIC COMPETITION is designed to recognize individuals who encompass the whole package. Those with the highest combined score based on their scholastic achievement, athleticism, accomplishments, personality, and support will receive the DX ALL AMERICAN prize package and scholarship. It is the highest individual honor at DX events. Category winners will also be recognized. Materials will not be returned.
What Others Are Saying About DX All American
“DX All American takes competition dance to the next level. It has pushed me to be a better dancer, student, and community member all while building important life skills. This competition is the ultimate challenge and Xtreme fun!”
ASHLEY JELKEN, All American Candidate
“The DX All American competition prepared my daughter for applying to colleges AND auditioning for her current college team. Great overall experience. Sign up!”
“One of my favorite parts about the DX competition is the All American Scholarship program. It includes writing an essay, doing an interview, completing an application, seeking letters of recommendation, submitting a transcript, and performing their dance solo. I am so impressed that a dance competition puts so much value in building these young people into strong adults by valuing these skills”
WHO WINS?
The highest score from each JUDGING CATEGORY will be recognized and receive an award for this accomplishment. The candidate with the highest total score from all categories will be announced as the All American Champion. All announcements take place at the Awards Gala Saturday evening.
Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to participate in an unique event designed to recognize outstanding dancers who excel not only on the stage, but also in the classroom!
2025 AMERICUP ALL AMERICAN PRIZE BREAKDOWN
All Candidates receive All American medals for participating.
When there is only one entry in an age category, then the Overall Champion will be announced. Nothing else. No scholarships will be given.
OVERALL HIGH POINT RECIPIENT: Trophy & scholarship. The top 3 will be announced.
7+ entries- $200 scholarship
2-6 entries - $100 scholarship
TALENT CHAMPION (solo): Trophy & scholarship.
7+ entries - $100 convention scholarship
2-6 entries - $50 convention scholarship
INTERVIEW CHAMPION: Trophy & scholarship. The top 3 will be announced.
7+ entries - $50 scholarship
2-6 entries - $25 scholarship
SCHOLASTIC CHAMPION (Transcript): Trophy & scholarship. The champion(s) will be announced.
7+ entries - $50 scholarship
2-6 entries - $25 scholarship
ESSAY, RESUME & RECOMMENDATION CHAMPION (Paperwork): Trophy & scholarship. The top 3 will be announced.
7+ entries - $50 scholarship
2-6 entries - $25 scholarship
ALL AMERICAN DIVISIONS
DIVISIONS- AGE as of December 31, 2024
Mini - 6 yr. & younger
Petite - 7 to 8 yr.
Junior - 9 to 11 yr.
Teen - 12 to 14 yr.
Senior - 15 to 18 yr.
Collegiate - high school graduate
REQUIREMENTS
Fill out and attach the DX All American AmeriCup Cover Sheet to the top of your paperwork
EMAIL HEADSHOT by December 31st - registration@dxevents.com
SUBJECT LINE: First Name, Last NameStudio (ie: Julie.Jones_ABCstudio)
This will be used for social media. Send headshot or close up photo.
REGISTER FOR TITLE - All American
Have your coach/studio director enter your solo and select “title - All American” from the drop down menu.
ENTRY FEE - $100
All American candidates are automatically entered in the Performer of the Year competition. The POY entry fee is waived ($100). Dancers compete in both events for one price.
MAIL HEADSHOT
School photo, snapshot, or professional photo. Anything is fine.
RECOMMENDATION:
Submit a letter of recommendation from anyone except your dance teacher.
NEW - No recommendations from your current dance coach or dance teacher.
One required/may submit more - worth 1% of score
RESUME
Submit a resume outlining school, dance, and community service - worth 12% of score
ESSAY
Submit a 1,000 word [or less] essay on “IF YOUR FRIENDS WERE TO DESCRIBE YOU, WHAT WOULD THEY SAY?” - worth 12% of score
TRANSCRIPT or DRAWING
Teen & Senior divisions turn in a transcript for the grading period closest to DX with current GPA highlighted. - worth 25% of score
Mini, Petite & Junior candidates can turn in a transcript with actual grades OR draw a picture sharing something about DX to receive full credit.
SOLO
Perform a solo routine - worth 25% of score
INTERVIEW
Participate in a private, two-minute interview, on site.
Wear dance costume or interview attire. - worth 25% of score
“Thank you so much for once again hosting an amazing dance event. This was our 3rd time at DX, and it is always a highlight of our dance season. I specifically wanted to thank you for offering the All American option as part of the dancer’s solo experience. I love the fact that you take the time to recognize that these dancers work hard in areas outside of dance too.
My daughter Juniper chose to participate in the All American for the first time this year, and she really enjoyed it. She is an avid reader and loves writing, so getting the chance to submit an essay and also be recognized for her academic achievements was wonderful. The interview portion made her nervous, but seeing her confident smile when she finished it just confirmed for me how great an opportunity it is for the dancers to gain new skills.
Juniper was awarded the championship trophy, and of course the coveted Rebel backpack, for her essay as well as the academic achievement award. Her genuine look of shock and beaming smile on that stage when her name was announced was everything. What an amazing experience you have provided for these dancers to be recognized on a big stage. DX truly goes out of their way to create a one-of-a-kind competition, and I hope you know that all the “extras” are recognized and appreciated by the dancers and parents alike.”
2024 All American
OVERALLs
2024 CANDIDATES
talent
SCHOLASTICS
Interview
