The WDSF Open Standard Under 21 is one of the most exciting international ballroom dance competitions for the next generation of elite dancers. Open to couples under 21 years of age from all over the world, this prestigious event brings together outstanding young talent competing at the highest level of DanceSport.
Sanctioned by the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF), the competition follows official international rules and standards, ensuring a world-class competitive experience for both dancers and spectators.
Five Standard Dances – One Complete Championship
In the WDSF Open Standard Under 21, couples compete across all five Standard dances:
Waltz
Tango
Viennese Waltz
Slow Foxtrot
Quickstep
This full five-dance format tests versatility, musicality, technique and endurance, offering a true measure of a couple’s overall Standard performance.
A Global Stage for Emerging Talent
The event attracts international competitors from multiple continents, making it a vibrant meeting point for cultures, styles and rising stars in ballroom dance. For many couples, the WDSF Open Standard Under 21 represents a key milestone on the pathway towards international championships and professional careers in DanceSport.
A Spectacular Experience for Audience and Athletes
With elegant choreography, refined partnering and high-level athleticism, the WDSF Open Standard Under 21 delivers a captivating experience for live audiences and digital viewers alike. It showcases the future of Standard ballroom dance in an atmosphere defined by excellence, ambition and international sportsmanship.
Whether you are a competitor, coach, judge or spectator, the WDSF Open Standard Under 21 stands as a highlight of the international DanceSport calendar—where the world’s best young Standard dancers take the floor and define the next generation of ballroom excellence.
Competition Rules: WDSF Link