Katerina Marchio & Alessia Rotino

As artists our purpose is to CREATE , as dancers our purpose is to SHARE , and as a community our purpose is to EMPOWER .
THIS IS OUR PURPOSE

Katerina Marchio and Alessia Rotino share a love and passion for dance. Together they have a combined 20 years of professional experience in the dance competition industry and in dance education. Dance has allowed them to discover their purpose and their goal is to facilitate an environment which inspires and nurtures the development of the next generation of dancers.

The Purpose Dance Competition experience will allow dancers to express their creativity, share their growth and empower their dance community. Dance gives us the opportunity to create new experiences, new friendships and new goals. Dance allows us to share our skills, our progress and our victories. Dance enables us to empower ourselves, our team and our competitors.

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WHY CHOOSE PURPOSE?

EXPERIENCE

  • NEW IN 2023!!! MEDIA PACKAGES ARE INCLUDED!!! All participating studios will receive their Full Photo & Video Studio Collection.
  • An innovative competition experience for dancers that is both fun and educational.
  • A positive and encouraging atmosphere providing enjoyment for all attendees.
  • An environment that fosters learning by recognizing dancers of all ages and levels.
  • Top notch venues with professional staging, audio and lighting.
  • Large stages ideal for Groups and Lines.
  • Dancer giveaways & prizes at every awards ceremony.
  • Teacher Amenities including reserved teacher seating.
  • Studio Director gift upon arrival.
  • Audience engagement at every awards ceremony throughout the competition.
  • Esteemed adjudicators who are industry professionals with both judging and teaching experience.

AWARDS

  • NEW! Up to Top 15 overall solo winners awarded in each competitive age division.
  • Cash prizes at each event!
  • 1st, 2nd, 3rd placement and Distinction Awards announced in EVERY category.
  • Competitive and Novice/Part-Time TOP Score of the Session Award.
  • Adjudicator’s Choice Teacher Awards at every adjudication.
  • Up to Top 5 Duet/Trios and Groups awarded in all sizes and age divisions.
  • Up to 4 Runner Up Ultimate Purpose winners awarded in both the Part-Time and Competitive Eligibility.
  • Top Solos, Duet/Trios and Groups will be awarded in all age divisions in the Novice & Part-Time Eligibilities.
  • Adjudicator Choice Discipline Awards in the 12 & Under and 13 & Over age divisions.
  • Dancer giveaways & prizes at every awards ceremony!
  • Adjudicator’s Choice “Choreography Awards”, “Technical Purpose”, “Create”, “Share” and “Empower” Teacher Awards.
  • Scholarships awarded to various dance workshops, intensives and conventions.

JUDGES & VENUES

  • Qualified judges with a teaching background and experience in the development of dancers.
  • Professional critiques offering positive and constructive feedback for dancers.
  • Top notch venues carefully selected to provide dancers with a high quality and memorable competition experience.
  • Top of the line production and spacious stages for dancers to showcase their talent and hard work.

Rules & Awards

Rules & Regulations

List of Awards

Time Limits

Eligibility & Categories

What they’re saying about us!

Thank you for such an incredible weekend! Myself and the dancers were over the moon to be at competition again. The competition was very well run and I thought that your set-up was wonderful.

Hilary WhittakerThe Bradford School of Dance - Studio Director - 2022

Thank you so much! It was great to perform! Your Purpose awards are really cute – nice to shift focus from scores and think about the why/purpose of dance competitions.

Miss Jennie’s Performing Arts Studio - Studio Director - 2022

On behalf of our team, I would like to offer our sincere thanks for a wonderful competition experience. I know that these past two years have been a challenge for all of us. It was so wonderful to see our dancers on stage – the smiles were never ending. We look forward to dancing with you again next season.

Lisa BlaisRenee’s Dance Connection - Studio Manager - 2022

Hi Alessia and Kat! First off, I just wanted to thank you for having us at the Sanderson Centre this weekend. Our dancers had an amazing time and really loved attending Purpose! We had such a positive experience. Congratulations on a great event.

Jenna DavisSTUDIO 5.6.7.8 Inc. - Studio Manager - 2022

I just wanted to send a note of thanks for putting on a great event this weekend. The kids had fun, the awards were great, the atmosphere was positive and enjoyable. All high notes for our team.

Braden KurczakDance Adventure - Studio Owner - 2022

Thanks for a great weekend! The kids had fun and everything ran very smoothly and on time, which is really appreciated.

Jessica HarrisonConfiDance Studio - Studio Director - 2022

Thank you for running a well-organized, fun competition, we had a blast. :)

Chantelle Leonardo-FernandesTha Spot Dance Centre - Studio Director - 2022

Thank you both for hosting such a great event, it was an absolute pleasure to work for you guys.

Dayne HamiltonPurpose Dance Competition - Adjudicator - 2022

I had a great time this weekend! Thank you for having me. I’ve already shared with many people how well run your event is!

Sarra FreedmanPurpose Dance Competition – Adjudicator - 2022

Great job for your first competition! I had no idea it was your first year and thought it ran very smoothly!

Shannon SiomraDance Etc. Milton - Studio Director - 2019

We all loved Purpose, great comp. You guys did an amazing job for your first year. Looking forward to next year.

Chantelle Leonardo – FernandesTha Spot Dance Centre - Studio Director - 2019

Hi ladies, I just wanted to say I had a fantastic time judging for you this past weekend. You ladies put together a great event, which was very organized.  Thank you for having me, I look forward to working with you again.

Natalie CultraroPurpose Dance Competition - Adjudicator - 2019

It was an absolutely pleasure!!! We had a great time joining you for your inaugural season and hope to be back again and again!!!

Lesley MoyAttitudes in Dance - Studio Director - 2019

Thank you so much for having us! We had a great time joining you for your first comp season.

Tracey LampmanDancesations Dance Academy - Studio Director - 2019

Congratulations on a successful inaugural year! Our studio had a great time.

Katrina HeckhausKMH Dance Productions - Studio Director - 2019

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Want to get in touch?

Email us at the addresses below!

For General Inquiries:
info@purposedance.ca

For Registration inquiries:
alessia@purposedance.ca

For Scheduling Inquires:
kat@purposedance.ca

Our mailing address is
7700 Pine Valley Drive   P.O. Box 56553   Woodbridge   Ontario   L4L 2X4

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