Mastery in Motion: 2026 Emerald Ball Dance Camp Schedule Officially Released
Los Angeles, CA — January 8, 2026The road to ballroom excellence officially has its map. Organizers of the Emerald Ball Dancesport Championships have announced the release of the highly anticipated 2026 Dance Camp schedule, inviting dancers of all levels to learn from the most prestigious names in the industry.
Running alongside the main competition from April 28th through May 3rd, 2026, at the Hilton Los Angeles Airport, the camp is a cornerstone of the Emerald Ball experience. This year’s program is designed as a comprehensive "pop-up" intensive, offering specialized workshops across all four competitive styles: Latin, Ballroom, Rhythm, and Smooth.
A World-Class Faculty
The 2026 faculty features a legendary roster of World and National Champions, providing a rare opportunity for students and professionals alike to receive direct instruction from the icons of the sport:
- International Latin: Youth Latin dancers will gain power and precision from the incomparable Ricardo Cocchi & Yulia Zagoruychenko. Competitive Solo Stars will gain technical mastery from Austin Joson & Liza Lakovitsky.
- American Smooth: Elevate your artistry with sessions led by Smooth legends Michael Mead & Toni Redpath, Slawek Sochacki & Marzena Stachura, and David Hamilton & Olga Forapanova.
- American Rhythm: Sharpen your Cuban motion with experts like Nazar Norov, Andrew Escolme & Ásta Sigvaldadóttir, and Andre Paramonov.
- International Ballroom: Refine your movement quality with world-renowned teachers including Katusha Demidova, Charlotte Jorgensen, and Heather Smith.
Training for Every Level
The Emerald Ball Dance Camp remains committed to being open to everyone. Whether you are a Competitive Solo Star, Youth Dancer, Pro/Am student preparing for your first championship, an amateur couple looking to bridge the gap to the finals, or a professional seeking fresh pedagogical inspiration, the curriculum offers actionable insights for every stage of the dance journey.
The Full Emerald Experience
The release of the camp schedule adds another layer of excitement to a week already packed with prestige. In addition to the educational intensives, attendees can look forward to:
- Wicked Nightclub Night: The high-energy "Emerald City" themed nightclub event.
- Series Finales: The crowning of champions for the Dance Vision Circuit and California Gold Rush Series.
- The Emerald Ring: The annual presentation of a custom-designed emerald ring to the Top Female Teacher.
Register Today
With the schedule now public, demand for these world-class sessions is expected to be high. Dancers are encouraged to review the timetable and secure their registration early to ensure a spot in their preferred workshops.
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