Texas Dance

Texas Dance is the official competitive dance team of the University of Texas at Austin, specializing in jazz and hip-hop choreography and performance. Since its establishment in 1977, the team has built a reputation for excellence through rigorous training, dynamic performances, and consistent competition success. Based in Austin, TX, Texas Dance offers comprehensive dance instruction and performance opportunities for serious dancers seeking to develop their skills at the collegiate level.

The team's primary focus centers on jazz and hip-hop styles, with dancers training in advanced technique and combination work. Texas Dance regularly competes at prestigious national competitions including NDA Camp, ADTS, and NDA Nationals, bringing recognition to the University of Texas at Austin and the Austin dance community. Beyond competition, the organization maintains an active performance schedule throughout the academic year, appearing at multiple events across the Forty Acres and hosting seasonal showcases that highlight the team's artistic development and creative vision.

Texas Dance extends its expertise to the broader Austin community through clinics designed for aspiring dancers of various skill levels. These educational offerings provide training in technique, jazz combinations, and hip-hop choreography from experienced collegiate dancers. The team welcomes advanced dancers from sixth grade through college level to participate in summer clinics and workshops, creating pathways for younger dancers to develop their abilities and gain exposure to competitive dance training.

Tryouts are conducted annually each spring, allowing new talent to join the roster and contribute to the team's ongoing legacy. With decades of competitive experience and a commitment to artistic excellence, Texas Dance represents the highest standards of collegiate dance performance in Austin, Texas, combining rigorous training with community engagement and national recognition.