Team Australia Dance Hub 2026

Q/ Can athletes try-out for more than one team?
A/ Yes- athletes can try out for more than one dance team. Crossovers are allowed between dance teams and dance & all abilities teams, however crossovers are not allowed between dance & cheer teams due to scheduling conflicts for training & competition days. Please note participation costs are per team.

Q/ Can athletes try out for two age divisions - for example junior pom and senior jazz?
A/ Yes- as long as athletes are age eligible they can can try out for any team

Q/ If I am trying out for two different styles do I need to do two try-out video submissions?
A/ Yes- each style has different routine & skill requirements 

Q/ When will camp & rehearsal locations be confirmed?
A/ As soon as try-outs are completed & team placement allocated we can make final decisions about training locations

Q/ How is travel arranged & who is responsible for payment?
A/ Team Australia athletes (and/or their families) travel independently to and from both interstate camps & overseas competitions at their own expense. This includes flights, accomodation, etc.

Thank-you for your interest in being part of TAHO 2026.

TAHO age requirements- born 2010 or before

Applications close on Sunday Oct 19, 2025 at midnight (time as per your home state).

TAHO Try-out Submission Requirements
Please ensure that submissions are filmed on safe surfaces and following safe dance practices.

1. Create a video submission that needs to include

• Athlete introducing themselves- name, age, DOB, state, club & why they want to be on Team Australia

• Athlete dancing set choreography (please see video below) 

Music- 'Sticky' Tyler The Creator (clean version)

• Athlete dancing a second piece of choreography (approx 30 seconds) of a routine they know or freestyle

• Athlete performing (to the best of their ability) the following desired skills

Kip Up
Rubber Band
Headspring
Please also showcase any additional breaking skills you have (including but not limited to: freezes, flare, windmill). Please also include any and all tumbling (both running and standing). 

For safety, please only film skills that you are proficient in.
Note that skills and tumbling are highly desired but are NOT mandatory.

2. Complete application form

Thank-you for your interest in being part of TAPO 2026.

TAPO age requirements- born 2010 or before

Applications close on Sunday Oct 19, 2025 at midnight (time as per your home state).

TAPO Try-out Submission Requirements
Please ensure that submissions are filmed on safe surfaces and following safe dance practices.

1. Create a video submission that needs to include

• Athlete introducing themselves- name, age, DOB, state, club & why they want to be on Team Australia

• Athlete dancing set choreography (please see video below)

• Athlete performing (to the best of their ability) the following desired skills

Pom Combo:

Length: 7 eight-counts (7x8)

The choreographed routine is designed to showcase clean, sharp motions with precise placement.

Coaches are looking for strong attack, clear execution, and the ability to hit and hold each count with intent and control.

Music Selection:

"Applause" by Lady Gaga

Use the chorus section – approximately 0:50 to 1:20 in the track.

What We're Looking For:


This combo is not just about memory and execution. It’s about performance presence, technical cleanliness, and dynamic movement quality.

Desired Technical Skills:
 (But Not Required)

Aerial (any direction: right, left, or front)

Turning disc or turning second

Double toe touch

Triple pirouette

Turn sequence with quarter spots

Optional: One specialty skill or combo of your choice that highlights your individual style or strengths

2. Complete Application Form

Thank-you for your interest in being part of TAZZ 2026.

TAZZ age requirements- born 2010 or before

Applications close on Sunday Oct 19, 2025 at midnight (time as per your home state).

TAZZ Try-out Submission Requirements
Please ensure that submissions are filmed on safe surfaces and following safe dance practices.

1. Create a video submission that needs to include

• Athlete introducing themselves- name, age, DOB, state, club & why they want to be on Team Australia

• Athlete dancing set choreography (please see video below) Music- 'Under Pressure' Queen

• Athlete performing (to the best of their ability) the following desired skills
  
  

Jete

Calypso

Side leap

Twist Russian

Standing tilt

Turning twist tilt

Turning scissors

Fruit bat roll

Fruit bat

Triple turn

Triple coupe turn

Fouettés with double turn exit (Fouetté 1)

Back spot fouettés (Fouetté 2)

Fouetté sequence with connecting skills (own fouetté combo)

Splits on each side

Leg hold

Bonus skill - side aerial or front aerial

Any extra skills you would like to showcase

2. Complete application form

Thank-you for your interest in being part of JUHO 2026.

JUHO age requirements- born 2007-2011

Applications close on Sunday Oct 19, 2025 at midnight (time as per your home state).

JUHO Try-out Submission Requirements
Please ensure that submissions are filmed on safe surfaces and following safe dance practices.

1. Create a video submission that needs to include

• Athlete introducing themselves- name, age, DOB, state, club & why they want to be on Team Australia

• Athlete dancing set choreography (please see video below) & freestyle

Music 'Sticky' Tyler The Creator (clean version)

• Athlete performing (to the best of their ability) the following desired skills

Kip Up
Rubber Band
Headspring 

Breaking skills:
Flare
Windmill
Freezes 

Tumble skills:
Back Handspring
Standing Tuck
Round Off Tucks
Round Off Layout or Split Layout 

For safety, please only film skills that you are proficient in.
Note that skills and tumbling are highly desired but are NOT mandatory.

2. Complete application form

Thank-you for your interest in being part of JUPO 2026.

JUPO age requirements- born 2007-2011

Applications close on Sunday Oct 19, 2025 at midnight (time as per your home state).

JUPO Try-out Submission Requirements
Please ensure that submissions are filmed on safe surfaces and following safe dance practices.

1. Create a video submission that needs to include

• Athlete introducing themselves- name, age, DOB, state, club & why they want to be on Team Australia

• Athlete dancing set choreography (please see video below) PLEASE FILM FROM BOTH FRONT & BACK.

Music  'A Little Party' Fergie

• Optional - Add some of your own choreography and skills. Use this time to show us what you are really good at in 2x8s.

• Athlete performing (to the best of their ability) the following desired skills. These skills are not a requirement, but they are highly regarded. Ensure you are only performing skills you are confident and capable of executing safely. Perform the skills to the music provided in the audition video:

• Turns: Double turn, triple turn, specialty fouettés into a double turn

• Leaps/Jumps: Turning disc, turning jeté, toe touch, Sarah Jane

• Tumbling Skills (if applicable): Barani, front aerial, round-off handspring step out, standing tuck

In this audition, we are looking for:

Precision in your pom placement
Strength and control in all motions
Safe and correct execution of your technical elements
Performance quality and stage presence

We look forward to watching your video. Thank you for submitting your audition.

• Complete application form

Thank-you for your interest in being part of YUHO 2026.

YUHO age requirements- born 2011-2014

Applications close on Sunday Oct 19, 2025 at midnight (time as per your home state).

YUHO Try-out Submission Requirements
Please ensure that submissions are filmed on safe surfaces and following safe dance practices.

1. Create a video submission that needs to include

• Athlete introducing themselves- name, age, DOB, state, club & why they want to be on Team Australia

• Athlete dancing set choreography (please see video below)

Music "Move Shake Drop Remix' DJ Laz, Casely, Flo Rida

• Athlete performing (to the best of their ability) the following desired skills

Kip Up

Rubberband

Headspring

Flare

Back handspring

Back tuck

Freezes

For safety, please only film skills that you are proficient in.
Note that skills and tumbling are highly desired but are NOT mandatory.

2. Complete application form

Thank-you for your interest in being part of YUPO 2026.

YUPO age requirements- born 2011-2014

Applications close on Sunday Oct 19, 2025 at midnight (time as per your home state).

YUPO Try-out Submission Requirements
Please ensure that submissions are filmed on safe surfaces and following safe dance practices.

1. Create a video submission that needs to include

• Athlete introducing themselves- name, age, DOB, state, club & why they want to be on Team Australia

• Athlete dancing set choreography (please see video below) PLEASE FILM FROM BOTH FRONT & BACK. 

Music 'Level Up' Ciara

• Optional - Add some of your own choreography and skills. Use this time to show us what you are really good at in 2x8s.

• Athlete performing (to the best of their ability) the following desired skills. These skills are not a requirement, but they are highly regarded. Ensure you are only performing skills you are confident and capable of executing safely. Perform the skills to the music provided in the audition video:

• Turns: Double turn, triple turn, specialty fouettés into a double turn

• Leaps/Jumps: Turning disc, turning jeté, toe touch, Sarah Jane

• Tumbling Skills (if applicable): Barani, front aerial, round-off handspring step out, standing tuck

In this audition, we are looking for:

Precision in your pom placement
Strength and control in all motions
Safe and correct execution of your technical elements
Performance quality and stage presence

We look forward to watching your video. Thank you for submitting your audition.

2. Complete application form

Team Australia are taking applications for dance double hip hop teams to submit their routine for consideration to represent Australia at the ICU World Championships 2026.

Routines will be selected by a panel & one position will be offered.

DDHH age requirements- born 2010 or before

Applications close on Sunday Oct 19, 2025 at midnight (time as per your home state).

DDHH Try-out Submission Requirements
Please ensure that submissions are filmed on safe surfaces and following safe dance practices.

1. Create a video submission that needs to include

• Athletes introduce themselves- name, age, DOB, state, club & why they want to be on Team Australia

• Video of your routine

2. Complete application form

Team Australia are taking applications for dance double pom teams to submit their routine for consideration to represent Australia at the ICU World Championships 2026.

Routines will be selected by a panel & one position will be offered.

DDPO age requirements- born 2010 or before

Applications close on Sunday Oct 19, 2025 at midnight (time as per your home state).

DDPO Try-out Submission Requirements
Please ensure that submissions are filmed on safe surfaces and following safe dance practices.

1. Create a video submission that needs to include

• Athlete introducing themselves- name, age, DOB, state, club & why they want to be on Team Australia

• Video of your routine

2. Complete application form