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Elevating Dance, Defying Gravity

SEPTEMBER 13-14, 2025
Hilton doubleTREE 
Pittsburgh-cranberry

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What distinguishes the GDX acroDANCE Experience?
We understand and celebrate the varied strengths of each dancer. Whether mastering balance or striving for greater flexibility, our classes are meticulously designed to cultivate and polish every individual dancer's unique talents.
 

Levels: 
Teachers should select the level of each student within the four categories. Teachers are encouraged to use their judgment when assigning students to Acro levels. Parents who are uncertain about their child's placement should seek guidance from their teacher. Class levels are based on skill proficiency. Add-on classes are available by age. 

 

Requirements: 

- Studios must register online. 

- Email for special requests if independent.

- Must be registered in an acro class.

- Must be able to hold a bridge for 30 seconds unassisted.

- Must be able to hold headstand for 10 seconds.

- Must have a cartwheel

- Minimum age 5

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Convention Fees: 

Acro Convention $350 (lunch Saturday is provided for dancers)

$75 Deposit Per Student

$40 Add On Classes

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Hotel Info: 

Rate: $163

Cut-off date:TBA

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Doubletree by Hilton Pittsburgh - Cranberry 

910 Sheraton Drive Mars, PA 16046

724-776-6900

LEVEL 1

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Balancing

Level 1

  • Headstand variations

  • Chest stands

  • Elbow stands

  • Arm balances
     

Students must  be able to
demonstrate a headstand.

LImbering

Level 1

  • Standing backbends

  • Bridge recover

  • Bridge variations

  • Bridge walking

  • Handstand to bridge

 

Students must be able to hold a bridge for 30 seconds unassisted & have a standing backbend.

TUMBLING 

Flexibility &
CONTORTION

Level 1

Level 1

  • Cartwheels

  • Walkovers 

  • Round offs

  • Cartwheel variations

  • Dive forward rolls


Students must be able to
demonstrate a cartwheel.

  • Basket

  • Bracelets

  • Baby scorpions

  • Leg extensions

  • Chest stand

This class will include stretching and flexibility.

LEVEL 2

Balancing

Level 2

  • Handstand

  • Handstand walking

  • Elbow stand variations

  • Chest stands

  • Shoulder stands


Students must be able to kick up to a handstand & elbow stand.

LImbering

Level 2

  • Bridge Recovers

  • Back walkovers

  • Front Walkovers

  • Limbers


​Students must be able to demonstrate a standing backbend & bridge recovery.

TUMBLING 

Flexibility &
CONTORTION

Level 2

Level 2

  • Roundoff Drills

  • Side aerials drills

  • Back handspring drills


​Students must demonstrate a front walkover, back walkover, and back limber. Students should be progressing on their aerial & back handspring.

  • Pre-Fishtails

  • Scale working towards scorpion

  • Split variations

  • Basket

  • Chest stand variations


Students must be able to demonstrate a chest stand & basket. This class will include stretching and flexibility.

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LEVEL 3

Balancing

Level 3

  • Holding Handstands in various positions

  • Handstand walking

  • Elbow stand with leg patterns

  • Transitioning in and out of various chest stands

  • Combining more than one balancing skill


​Students must be able to hold handstand and elbow stand. Hand walk 5 steps.

LImbering

Level 3

  • Back walkover variations

  • Front walkover variations

  • Limber variations

  • Working both sides


​Students must be able to demonstrate a front & back walkover and limbers.

TUMBLING

Flexibility &
CONTORTION

Level 3

Level 3

  • Back Handsprings

  • Aerials

  • Back Handspring Step outs


Students must be working on back handsprings & side aerials requiring minimal spotting.

  • Leg Extensions

  • Scales

  • Half Scorpions

  • Fishtails

  • Chest stand variations


​Students must be able to demonstrate one flat split, chest stand, 

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LEVEL 4

Balancing

Level 4

  • Advanced variations of elbow stands

  • Chest stands

  • Shoulder stands

  • handstands. Including hand-stand pirouettes and leg pattern variations. 


​Students must be able to handwalk 10 steps and demonstrate a 10-second handstand and elbow stand.

LImbering

Level 4

  • Advanced walkover variations

  • Advanced Arabian variations


​Students must be able to demonstrate a right and left front & back walkover, limbers, and Arabians.

TUMBLING

Flexibility &
CONTORTION

Level 4

Level 4

  • Side aerial variations, layouts, tucks, and front aerials.


Students must have clean consistent back handsprings
& side aerials without requiring a spot.

  • Scorpion variations, pancake, mermaid teardrop, and face frame.


​Students must be able to demonstrate two out of three flat splits, a half scorpion, and chest stand. This class will include stretching and flexibility.

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 ADD ON CLASSES 

BONUS CLASSES (SATURDAY) $40 FOR BOTH CLASSES

 Elevate Performances Safely with FLOOR WORK & ACRO 

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Safety

Guidance LLC, the acroDANCE experience, reserves the right to adjust participant levels for safety. Our mission focuses on holistic dancer development and creating positive, family-friendly environments. Aligned with the Youth Protection Association for Dance (Y.P.A.D.), we prioritize empowering dance communities and ensuring youth safety. Together, we provide education and resources to promote well-being. At guiDANCE events, we collaborate to uphold these principles, ensuring a secure and enriching experience for everyone.

Floor Work

Floor work in Acro dance is a dynamic
fusion of acrobatics and dance, highlighting strength, flexibility, and control. Dancers execute rolls, spins, balances, and
transitions seamlessly, often integrating splits, handstands, and intricate footwork. This component demands a solid foundation in acrobatic skills and dance technique.
As well as focus, precision, and agility for safe execution. It enriches Acro dance routines, mesmerizing audiences with athleticism and artistry while adding depth and dimension to each performance.

Incorporating Acro

Integrating Acro transitions and tricks into dance routines infuses athleticism and creativity, elevating performances. These elements engage audiences and challenge dancers to excel in balance, strength, and flexibility, pushing the limits of traditional dance forms. Seamlessly fusing Acro with dance enhances routines, presenting visually striking displays of artistry and skill. Embracing Acro not only diversifies choreography but also nurtures versatility, empowering dancers to express themselves in fresh and captivating ways.

Ready to Register?

Secure your spot today and join us at The GDX acroDANCE Experience Convention!

Click below, select your student's level within each category, and bonus classes.
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