Worlds is coming to the Opryland Hotel in Nashville, TN.  This 18th annual event features the top couples, pro-am, teams & line dance competitors from all over the world competing for over $75,000 in prizes. The UCWDC (United Country Western Dance Council) produces this annual world class event which is the largest and the most fun of its kind!  It’s more than a competition... it’s a festival! In addition to watching the competitors, you can attend workshops, shop at a wide variety vendor booths, make some new friends, and dance, dance, dance! The Country Dance World Championships is a week long dance vacation.

Dance, Dance, Dance
The World Championships event is filled to the brim with dance activities for everyone whether you're interested in line dancing, couples dancing, country, swing, hustle, social dancing, watching the competitions or pure dance entertainment. So for days that begin early and last well into the night, dancers and spectators alike will have the opportunity to witness a tremendous variety of competitions in numerous dances categories for all ages and ability levels - all where World Championship Titles are at stake. In addition to the competitions, there will also be many social dance segments when dancers can gather, socialize, and compare notes on the many exciting events taking place throughout the five full days.
Spectators, Welcome to the party!
There is a lot to watch as the top competitors in the world battle it out for the title “World Champion” . Also for spectators will be great open dancing, shopping the many vendors, visit the sites and sounds of Nashville. There is a lot of fun to be had.
Line Dancers…
Because so many line dancers attend the Worlds event from all over the globe, we've made sure there will always be something for you to do. A dedicated open lobby area with a large dance floor will provide open dancing and occasional line dance lessons throughout the days with some of the Worlds' most popular line dance deejays and instructors. Nightly social dancing will be held in the Ballroom and Lobby. Line dance workshops will be on-going each day providing learning opportunities for the 'latest/greatest' dances. Some of these classes will be 'extra fee' classes - see the "dance workshops" section for more specific information. And then there's the wide variety of Line Dance Competitions that begin with any required preliminary rounds of competition and culminate in the highest divisions for Super Stars.
Couples and Pro Am…
As couples competition continues to raise the bar each year, and Pro Am continues to grow in size, these segments of the Worlds event will again bring a new level of excitement and entertainment for all to enjoy. The couples and pro am divisions have been carefully scheduled throughout the event to hopefully avoid conflicts with other contests where contestants could be competing in more than one dance format.
Teams…
Each year the teams' competition becomes more entertaining as the groups strive to be more creative and more competitive. A certain camaraderie always seems to emerge among the teams and this year will be no exception; we're providing them center stage for their Cabaret Competition. This is always a highlight of the Worlds event and should not to be missed by anyone!
Swing and Hustle…
The UCWDC has responded to the popularity of both Swing and Hustle by including these dances in a separate Pro Am competition. This contest will feature relaxed rules with contemporary swing and hustle music (no hats or boots for this one). Just bring your favorite outfit and your favorite pro. While routines are allowed, the judges will be watching for superior lead and follow dancing skills. We also will offer a WSDC Jack & Jill swing competition and points count toward the WSDC.  For nighttime social dancing and entertainment, the Swing Ballroom will feature primarily swing and hustle social dancing throughout the event.
Dance Workshops…
Over 100 hours of instruction will be offered covering all levels of couples, line, swing and hustle dancing from the beginner through the discerning professional level. Many of these workshops, generally the beginning level ones, will be included with the purchase of an event pass. Intermediate to advanced level classes, and specialized technique classes, will also be available for an additional charge. Our workshops will be taught by some of the most recognized dance professionals in the business. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the best! For the best value, purchase the 5-day pass with workshops included (as many as you care to take!). This pass will be available through pre-registration only and WILL NOT be available for purchase at the event. Individual workshop tickets may be purchased at the event for $10 each. If you plan to take more than 8 classes, you'll be saving money by purchasing the 'all inclusive' pass but remember, this is available through pre-registration only. The workshop schedule will be available on the Worlds website sometime closer to the event.
Shop the Many Vendors!
If you're shopping for a new pair of dance boots, some accessory jewelry, that one-of-a-kind tie or vest or skirt or blouse…well, you get the idea! Worlds will have a shopping area to include all sorts of products and services that are of interest to dancers. In addition, the Worlds event will feature it's own country store with a huge variety of mementos from the Championships event - unique products that will be noticed when you get back home. Let's go shopping for those special gifts for someone back home, and that 'gotta havit' item that looks good on you!

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