Tickets
Tickets now on sale. Secure your spot on the floor and be part of an unforgettable weekend.
Dancers Access to Competitions as Spectator, Workshop, Evening Socials $125 NZD
Non-Dancers Access to Competitions, Workshop, Evening Socials (Spectator) $105 NZD
Launch Special for Competitors
We’re celebrating our first competition event! Enjoy $5 off each competition you enter (* excluding teams)Solo - Entry Fee
Duo - Entry Fee
Teams - $5 per head
Invoices will be sent out after confirmation of entry and secured tickets.
Please join our waiting list to be notified if spots open up or additional capacity is added. We’re working hard to accommodate as many dancers as possible and will keep everyone updated!
Schedule
Here’s what’s happening across The LineUp (NZ) weekend – get ready for an action-packed weekend of dance! (This is a tentative schedule, times and orders are to be confirmed closer to the event date.)
Friday - Evening Kick-Off Hoedown
- • Doors Open (Evening) - Time: 6:00pm
- • Evening Hoedown (with some light refreshments) - Time: 7:00pm
- • Time for bed, busy day tomorrow - Time: 11pm
Saturday – Full Day & Evening
- • Doors Open (Morning - Early Start) - Time: 8:30am
- • Competitions - Time: TBC
- • Break time - Time: TBC
- • Workshop - Time: TBC
- • Break time - Time: TBC
- • Doors re-open (Evening) - Time: 6:00pm
- • Evening Hoedown, Awards & Supper - Time: 7:00pm
- • End of a fab weekend - Time: 11pm
Competitions
For our first introductory competition we’re keeping things streamlined — Solo, Duos, or Teams across three levels/styles, and core age groups—so everyone can jump in (all levels and experience) and feel welcome. As momentum builds, we’ll grow and refine the offerings to match demand and craft the best experience for competitors. We’re confident this launch mix fits our NZ crowd and sets the stage for even more in the future.
Solos
For individual dancers ready to shine on their own, you will not dance on your own as there will be a set
number of competitior on the floor with you (so you won't be lonely), but still with enough room to shine.
Solo competitors can enter one of three levels within their age group, all based on the nominated
dance.
Level: Basic, Standard, or Freestyle.
Age Group: Youth, Adult, Senior *
Duos
Grab a partner and show your teamwork, musicality, and synchronisation. Great for all ages and styles.
Duos Basic and Standard will dance the nominated dance, while Freestyle duos can create their own routine.
Level: Basic, Standard, or Freestyle.
Age Group: Youth, Adult, Senior *
Teams
+
Groups of 3 or more dancers. Bring the energy, formations, creativity, and performance flair to the floor.
Teams will perform a Freestyle routine, allowing for maximum creativity and showmanship. This division is
open to all ages.
Level / Age Group: Open Freestyle.
Levels
To ensure fair competition and an enjoyable experience for all, we have defined clear levels for each division.
Basic
Basic uses a nominated Line Dance that must be completed as per the Step Sheet without any kind of variation or presentation added to it (natural arm movement is permitted). Designed for novice or less experienced dancers, While this section is open to all competitors, it is designed for novice dancers or those with limited experience.
Standard
Standard is a Line Dance performed with all competitors moving on the same foot, in the same direction/flow at the same time with styling and presentation added to enhance the performance. This section is designed for the more confident dancer who have a fair understanding of dance.
Freestyle
Freestyle (Solos/Duos): A Freestyle routine that has been based around the nominated
dance, limited to the duration of one song. Formation changes, mirror image, etc..., may be used after the
completion of one Vanilla Wall.
Freestyle (Teams): An open age category that allows ultimate showmanship
where performers
dance for up to 5 minutes. Multiple songs in one track may be used.
Formation changes, mirror image, cannon effects, etc., may be used. No Vanilla Walls are required
in this
category.
Age Groups
To ensure fair competition and an enjoyable experience for all, we have defined clear age categories for each division (Youth, Adult, and Senior), with specific age ranges. Age is determined as of the day of the competition. * Groups may be adjusted based on number of entries or scheduling requirements after consultation with entrants.
Youth
Youth competitors are split into two age groups, 12 & under, and 13 to 17 years. The age is determined as of the day of the competition.
Important: Please note if demand is low, the youth category may be combined into a single age group if number of entries received is insufficient to warrant separate age groups after consultation with entrants.
Adult
Adult competitors are split into two age groups, 18 to 29 years, and 30 to 49 years. The age is determined as of the day of the competition.
Important: Please note if demand is low, the adult category may be combined into a single age group if number of entries received is insufficient to warrant separate age groups after consultation with entrants.
Senior
Senior competitors are split into two age groups, 50 to 64 years, and 65 plus. The age is determined as of the day of the competition.
Important: Please note if demand is low, the senior category may be combined into a single age group if number of entries received is insufficient to warrant separate age groups after consultation with entrants.
Dances
The following dances have been selected for The LineUp (NZ) 2026 competitions. Competitors will perform the
nominated dance for their chosen division.
Dances be announced in March 2026, but we wanted to
share the
structure early, Dance selection will be popular main stream dances that are well known and loved across the
NZ/AU dance community
Solos
| Level | Age | Dance Name | Choreographer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | Youth | TBC (March) | TBC (March) |
| Basic | Adult | TBC (March) | TBC (March) |
| Basic | Senior | TBC (March) | TBC (March) |
| Standard | Youth | TBC (March) | TBC (March) |
| Standard | Adult | TBC (March) | TBC (March) |
| Standard | Senior | TBC (March) | TBC (March) |
| Freestyle | Youth | TBC (March) | TBC (March) |
| Freestyle | Adult | TBC (March) | TBC (March) |
| Freestyle | Senior | TBC (March) | TBC (March) |
Duos
| Level | Age | Dance Name | Choreographer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | Youth | TBC (March) | TBC (March) |
| Basic | Adult | TBC (March) | TBC (March) |
| Basic | Senior | TBC (March) | TBC (March) |
| Standard | Youth | TBC (March) | TBC (March) |
| Standard | Adult | TBC (March) | TBC (March) |
| Standard | Senior | TBC (March) | TBC (March) |
| Freestyle | Youth | Own Choice | Own Choice |
| Freestyle | Adult | Own Choice | Own Choice |
| Freestyle | Senior | Own Choice | Own Choice |
Teams
Teams will perform as a Open Freestyle category all ages, allowing for maximum creativity and showmanship. There are no specific nominated dances for this division.* Teams may choose their own music and choreography for their routine.
Rules
Download the full competition rules and guidelines. All competitors and instructors should review this document before attending.
Download LDNZ Rules (Feb'26 v0.0.2)Venue
The LineUp (NZ) 2026 will be held at the Lincoln Event Centre, located in the heart of Christchurch, New Zealand. This modern venue offers spacious dance floors, excellent acoustics, and comfortable facilities to ensure an unforgettable experience for all attendees. Just 20 minutes from Christchurch International Airport and the central city, the complex provides a variety of affordable spaces suitable for everything from weddings and community meetings to rock concerts and major indoor sporting events.
Lincoln Event Centre
Address: 15 Meijer Drive, Lincoln, 7608, Christchurch, New Zealand
Website: Lincoln Event Centre
The venue is easily accessible by car and public transport, with ample parking available on-site. Nearby accommodations and dining options make it convenient for out-of-town guests.
FAQ
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Join us for our big social weekend with a little of something for everyone -
workshop,
competitions, and non-stop hoedown party
energy.
Dance alongside people from all over NZ and beyond, and enjoy sessions with our special guest MC and
workshop instructor,
Maddison Glover.