Lonestar Dance Challenge
Lonestar Dance Challenge
Thursday, September 17th – Saturday, September 19th, 2026
Omni Frisco Hotel at The Star, 11 Cowboys Way, Frisco, TX 75034
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ABOUT EVENT
Event Info
Are you all ready for our exciting Inter-regional competition Lonestar Dance Challenge? Get ready for a fun-filled weekend Deep in the Heart of Texas with our America The Great themed competition!
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FADS Room Rate: $199.00 Plus Tax
Hotel Booking Deadline: August 26th, 2026
Book Your Hotel Rooms: Link coming soon!
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LDC Professional Sponsorship!
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Contact Us: [email protected]
Meet the Event
Officials

Jan Mattingly, Chairman of Judges, Fred Astaire International Dance Council Member

Alex Armaos, Co-Chairman, Invigilator, Fred Astaire International Dance Council Member, Fred Astaire Examiner

Jurgen Neudeck, Judge, Fred Astaire Texas Regional Dance Director, WDSF Adjudicator

Elena Rudenco, Judge, International Dance Council Member, Studio Owner, With Fred Astaire Dance Studios Since 2008

Andrei Rudenco, Judge, International Dance Council Member, Studio Owner, With Fred Astaire Dance Studios Since 2008
Meet the Event
Team

Mark Adler, FADS Texas Regional Director

Stephanie Schlueter, FADS Texas Regional Director

Erica Hur, FADS Texas Regional Manager

Kaci Baillio, FADS Texas Regional Coordinator

Pahjmon Lipsey, Master of Ceremonies

Collin Williams, Music Director

Ralph Vieberink, Lighting Director

Will Minderhout, Scrutineer
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