KR3TS Dance Company & CRESCENE 13
Partner for the International Challenge South Concept USA Qualifier

Can You Adapt? Can You Create? Can You Rise to the Challenge?

KR3TS Dance Company & CRESCENE 13 is proud to present the Official USA Qualifier on

Saturday September 5th, 2026.

The finals will take place on

October 3, 2026, in Marseille, France.

THIS IS NOT YOUR AVERAGE DANCE BATTLE.

Challenge South Concept tests dancers on creativity, adaptability, musicality, and performance under pressure. Before each battle round, competitors will receive a unique concept or challenge that must be incorporated into their performance.

EXAMPLES OF CONCEPTS INCLUDE

Dancing with a specific object | Dancing to classical music | Dancing with feet tied together | Other surprise creative challenges

BATTLE CATEGORIES

Breaking | Hip-Hop

BATTLE SCHEDULE

Contestant Check-In: 1:30 PM (Required)
Battles Begin: 3:00 PM

Competitors should expect to remain for approximately 2–3 hours, allowing time for both the pre-selections and battle rounds.

WINNERS RECEIVE

The opportunity to represent the United States on an international stage.

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Round-trip airfare to Marseille, France

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Hotel accommodations

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Meals provided

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Transportation from the moment they arrive at the airport.

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Direct qualification into the Quarterfinals of the International Challenge South Concept Finals.

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This is your opportunity to represent the United States on one of the world’s most unique international battle stages.

Think fast. Adapt. Create. Battle.

Will you rise to the challenge?