The WDSF Open Standard Youth is a premier international DanceSport competition, bringing together Youth couples from all over the world to compete at the highest level of Standard ballroom dancing. This prestigious event showcases emerging global talent, refined technique and the timeless elegance that defines Standard DanceSport.
Sanctioned by the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF), the competition is conducted in full accordance with official international rules, ensuring a professional, transparent and world-class competitive environment.
Five Standard Dances – A Complete Ballroom Championship
In the WDSF Open Standard Youth category, couples compete across all five Standard dances:
Waltz
Tango
Viennese Waltz
Slow Foxtrot
Quickstep
This comprehensive five-dance format challenges Youth couples to demonstrate musicality, technical mastery, endurance and partnership, offering a true and balanced assessment of overall Standard performance.
A Global Platform for Future Champions
The WDSF Open Standard Youth attracts top Youth couples from multiple continents, creating a truly international stage where different styles, cultures and approaches to ballroom dance meet. For many competitors, this event represents a significant milestone on the pathway towards major international championships and elite DanceSport careers.
A Captivating Experience for Audiences Worldwide
With elegant movement, sophisticated choreography and high-level athleticism, the WDSF Open Standard Youth delivers a captivating experience for both live audiences and online viewers. It celebrates the future of Standard ballroom dance in an atmosphere defined by excellence, ambition and international sportsmanship.
Whether you are a dancer, coach, judge or spectator, the WDSF Open Standard Youth stands as a highlight of the international DanceSport calendar—where young talent from around the world takes the floor and shapes the future of Standard DanceSport.
Competition Rules: WDSF Link