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Event Countdown
Registration & Entry Forms Due:
TBA 2027
Hotel Reservation Deadline:
TBA 2027
THANK YOU FROM OUR REGIONAL DIRECTORS
Thank you for being part of something truly extraordinary!
The Fred Astaire Wisconsin Regional Dance Competition & Event — Milwaukee DanceSport Classic 2026 was an unforgettable celebration of passion, artistry, and community. From the very first heat to the final awards presentation, the ballroom was filled with energy, elegance, and the incredible spirit that makes our Wisconsin region so special.
To our amazing students, dedicated professionals, supportive families, sponsors, and studio teams — thank you for your hard work, your heart, and your commitment to excellence. Events like this are only possible because of YOU. We are so proud of the growth, sportsmanship, and joy displayed on that floor. The Milwaukee DanceSport Classic continues to raise the bar, and 2026 was no exception!
Until the next one… keep dancing, keep dreaming, and keep shining.
With gratitude,
Hayk Arshakian, Ross Lund, and Your Wisconsin Regional Team
ABOUT OUR EVENT
STAY TUNED FOR MORE INFORMATION COMING YOUR WAY ABOUT OUR 2026 EVENT!
The Milwaukee DanceSport Classic & Awards Gala, presented by the Fred Astaire Dance Studios – Wisconsin Regional Team, is a premier regional dance competition and celebration of excellence. This exciting event brings together dancers from across the region to showcase their talent, passion, and hard work on the dance floor.
From thrilling competitive heats to dazzling showcases, the weekend culminates in our elegant Awards Gala, where we honor outstanding achievements and celebrate the spirit of dance within our Fred Astaire community. Whether you’re a competitor, spectator, or guest, this event promises an unforgettable experience filled with energy, artistry, and inspiration.
We look forward to seeing you all shine on, and off, the dance floor!
Get Directions to the Event!
Venue: Hyatt Regency Milwaukee
Address: 333 West Kilbourn Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53203
Get Directions to the Event!
Venue: Hyatt Regency Milwaukee
Address: 333 West Kilbourn Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53203
COMPETITION & COMPETITOR INFORMATION
**PLEASE NOTE: OUR HEAT LISTS & EVENT PROGRAM ARE UPDATED LIVE THROUGHOUT THE EVENT**
**SCHEDULE OF EVENTS IS TENTATIVE AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE**
Event Information (TBA)
MIX & MATCH EVENT DETAILS
Join us on Friday evening, February 21st, at approximately 6:30pm, and be sure to get in on dancing for a great cause!
Here’s how it works:
- All are welcome to participate (that includes all of you spectators too!)
- Purchase your dance entries, for a great discounted rate, at the event registration desk, to dance with anyone – any professional, or team member, from your studio or others! REMINDER: this is a first come, first serve event
- 100% of the proceeds from entries purchased will go to the CORBIN CARES FOUNDATION! Find out more about them here – https://www.corbincaresfoundation.org/
- Then hit the floor with those fancy feet, while having fun, and supporting a great cause!
Meet OUR
Judges & Officials
MASTER OF CEREMONIES
- 2-Time United States Open American Smooth Finalist
- Northeastern United States Open American Smooth Champion
- Ohio Star Ball Open American Smooth Finalist
- Fred Astaire International Dance Council member since 1996
- National Examiner | National Adjudicator
- National Invigilator | Chairman of Judges
- Fred Astaire Illinois Regional Dance Director
- Bulgarian Professional International Latin Champion
- Bulgarian Professional 10 Dance and Show Dance Champion
- Fred Astaire National international Latin Champion
- Fred Astaire World International Latin and Cabaret Champion
- USDC 10 Dance Finalist
- International Championship Rising Star Vice Champion
- Blackpool Rising Star Finalist
- European Show Dance Finalist
- World Show Dance Finalist
- FADS International Dance Council Member
- FADS Wisconsin Regional Dance Director
- FADS National Coach and Choreographer
- FADS Open American Smooth Champion
- United states and Ohio star Ball Rising Star American Rhythm Champion and American Smooth Finalist
- United States and Ohio star Ball 9 dance Vice Champion
- FADS American Rhythm and American Smooth Rising Star Champion
- FADS Open American Rhythm Vice Champion
- Top Teacher FADS Regionally and FADS Nationally
- Top Teacher USDC
- Top Teacher Ohio Star Ball
- Dancers Cup Tour All Star
- Top Teacher
FADS World Cup Series
- 2-Time Undefeated Canadian Amateur Latin American Champion
- 2-Time Undefeated Canadian Amateur Ten Dance Champion
- Canadian Representative at three World Championships
- Triple Crown Rising Star Champion
- Classique du Quebec Rising Star Champion
- Texas Challenge Rising Star Champion
- Dance Director for the Fred Astaire Dance Studios Atlanta, GA & Colorado Region
- All levels of Certification and Examination in American & International Style
- Member of NDCA: A+ B+ C+ D+
- 3-Time Undefeated United States American Smooth Champion
- 3-Time Undefeated United States American Rhythm Champion
- 5-Time Fred Astaire National American Smooth Champion
- 5-Time Fred Astaire National American Rhythm Champion
- Fred Astaire Closed Theater Arts Champion
- 4-Time Ohio Star American Smooth and Rhythm Champion
- 4-Time Texas Challenge American Smooth and Rhythm Champion
- La Classique du Quebec American Smooth and Rhythm Champion
- 4-Time Florida State American Smooth and Rhythm Champion
- Mid United States American Smooth and Rhythm Champion
- Southeastern American Smooth and Rhythm Champion
- Heritage American Smooth and Rhythm Champion
- Emerald Ball American Smooth and Rhythm Champion
- Virginia State American Smooth and Rhythm Champion
- California Star Ball American Smooth and Rhythm Champion
- Southern States American Smooth and Rhythm Champion
- British Formation Champion
- International Dance Council Member
- International Examiner
- Wisconsin Regional Trainer
- Two time Fred Astaire Rising Star Rhythm Champion
Sponsorships & Vendors
Meet OUR
Directors & Support Team
Regional Competition Directors
Registrar/Scrutineer
Regional Competition Organizer
Regional Marketing Director
Deck Captain
Music Manager
Participating Studios
Nicholas & Melinda Plante
Anna Tomasini
Vladyslav Babenko & Nastassia Shinkarova
Dymytrii Goncharov
Tetiana Lutsenko
Shem Modrzynski & Magdalena Zybura
Hayk Arshakian
Anna Tomasini
Vasilii & Irina Platonov
Oleksandr Kozhukhar & Rachel Sayotovich
Mykyta Serdyuk & Anna Krasnoshapka
Mikhail Babenko
Hayk Arshakian
Mykyta Serdyuk & Anna Krasnoshapka
