Royal Family 309 Competition Team
Tryouts Currently Closed

Competition Team

TRYOUTS
2026

Royal Family 309 — Peoria, Illinois

Tryout Registration Is Currently Closed

Public tryouts for the 2026–2027 Competition Team season have concluded. The next opportunity to join the Competition Team is through Black Sapphire evaluations in December 2026. Enter your email below to be notified when the next tryout cycle opens.

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Next Opportunity to Join the Competition Team
December 2026
Black Sapphire Evaluations — December 21–30, 2026

Dancers who join Black Sapphire will be evaluated for Competition Team placement in December. This is the next available entry point into the Royal Family Competition Team.

About Competition Team Tryouts

EARN YOUR
SPOT

Public Tryout Date

May 5th — Annual public tryout for the Competition Team. Open to all dancers who meet the requirements. The next public tryout will be announced for the 2027–2028 season.

Who Can Try Out

  • Dancers grades 1st – 12th
  • Any experience level welcome
  • Must be committed to the full season
  • Parent must attend information session

Season Commitment

May 2026 – April 2027

This is a full-year commitment. Dancers are expected at all practices, performances, and events throughout the season. Attendance is mandatory.

Competition Team Structure

THREE TEAMS.
ONE FAMILY.

Royal Glitz
Grades 1st – 4th

Tuesday & Thursday 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Sunday 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Royal Princess
Grades 5th – 8th

Monday & Tuesday 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Sunday 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Royal Diamonds
Grades 8th – 12th

Monday & Tuesday 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Sunday 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM

How To Join The Competition Team

TWO PATHS
ONE GOAL

1
Public Tryout

Attend the annual public tryout held each May. Open to all dancers grades 1–12.

OR
Join Black Sapphire

Enroll in Black Sapphire Level 1 and train with Royal Family 309.

2
December Evaluation

Black Sapphire dancers are evaluated Dec 21–30 for Competition Team placement.

3
Join The Family

Selected dancers join their team and begin the competition season.

What To Expect

COME READY
TO WORK

At Tryouts

  • Learn a short routine on the spot
  • Demonstrate basic rhythm and coordination
  • Show your attitude and coachability
  • Dress in all black — hair neatly done
  • Arrive early and be ready to give your best

If Selected

  • Full season commitment May–April
  • Mandatory attendance at all practices
  • Uniform and competition fee investment
  • Represent Royal Family 309 on and off the floor
  • Wear your crown at all times

Tuition

  • $715 for the full season
  • Split into 4 monthly payments
  • Covers classes and practices only
  • Uniforms, competitions & travel separate

Questions?

  • Contact Ms. Shenneca or Mrs. Courtney directly
  • Or fill out the interest form on our main site
  • Not ready for Competition Team? Start with Black Sapphire

Get Notified When Tryouts Open

Enter your email and we will contact you directly when the next tryout cycle is announced.

"It is earned — not given. Every dancer on this team put in the work to be here. That is what makes Royal Family 309 elite."

— Ms. Shenneca Williams & Mrs. Courtney Mason, Co-Directors