Competition teams are a serious year-long commitment (August 2026 through May 2027) that allows the dancer to build strength, flexibility, and technique while learning their routine(s) for competition.

Competition Dancers and Cheerleaders will participate in three competitions during the year as well as two performances at local venues such as Chicago Bulls Game, Christian Heritage Academy and our year-end recital at Genesee Theater.

Not all dancers and cheerleaders that audition will be placed on a competition team. However, all dancers and cheerleaders that audition will be offered a position on at least one Performance Team.

Performance teams are a perfect platform for your dancer to find and explore their inner performer while they hone their technical skills.

All dancers that audition will be placed on at least one performance team.

Teams will perform (four times a year) from January through May at various venues near Rootz.

Performances in the past include: Chicago Bulls Game, Hawthorn Mall, Christian Heritage Academy, Great America and the Genesee Theater.

Dancers entering 1st Grade in the Fall of 2026 and older are eligible to audition for Performance Teams for the 2026/2027 season.