Sharpen Up Summit

A dance recruiting event

June 13–14 | Summit Experience - Main Event

June 15 | Golden Access Day (Optional Add-on - Seniors Only)

Location: Fountain Hills, AZ

April 13th Regular Registration goes live on our website!

200+ Dancers. 24 College Programs. One Opportunity.

Come face-to-face with your dreams.

Get Connected!

dozens of schools in one location!

Sharpen Up is proud to offer “boutique” style recruiting events across the nation to educate & connect dancers with colleges and agencies in a very approachable, non-intimidating environment.

Our programming caters to individual dancers AND colleges to assist them in finding their perfect fit. The goal of this event is to effectively prepare dancers to embark on the recruitment journey and reveal what opportunities are available.

2026 Summit Recruiters

Arizona State University Dance Team

Grand Canyon University Dance Team

Northern Arizona University Dance Team

Ottawa University AZ Spirit Squad

University of Arizona Pomline

NMSU Sundancers

University of Colorado Dance Team

Montana State Bobcats

University of Idaho Vandal Gems

Arizona Christian University

Central Methodist University Eagles

University of Montana

Sam Houston State University

University of Oregon

Rutgers University

Doane University

Oklahoma City University

Washington State WSU

One of a Kind Offerings

High Profile Coaches

Coaches share secrets on what it takes to make their team

COLLEGE DANCE TEAM MEMBERS

Learn from Expert Faculty and Renowned Guest Master Instructors

Meet and Greet Sessions

groups rotate together to EVERY TEAMS TABLE. Every dancer meets every coach!

Golden Nuggets

designed to educate and prepare you for a confident, successful college dance recruiting journey.

Golden Access Day

Optional Add-On - Seniors Only!

FORMERLY GOLDEN HOUR

Newly expanded format on it's own dedicated day for seniors only!

Exclusive Workshops

Polish your 4X8’s, slates, & rallying to standout at any audition!

Face-to-face Feedback from Recruiters

Written Feedback

Receive written feedback by our expert judges on your overall impression and your 4×8.

Meet Recruiters First

Enjoy a premier open house style “first access” meeting the recruiters.

More personalized time, more feedback, more visibility.

And so much more!

Industry-renowned master class

4 x 8 solos showcase

Perks

Receive free clinic passes, bypasses to tryouts, personal invites to recruitment weekends, on-the-spot scholarship offers, and more!

Collegiate-level technique / across the floor combos

Collegiate classes and showcases in Game Day, Pom, Contemporary & Hip Hop Styles

New 2026 Inclusions!

$250+ Value

Movement Band Included (New!) + Live Signature Band Lab Class + 1 month free access to online training membership

Swag Bag + Event Tee

Studio 2 Stadium Access (3+ Months) - New!

2 Parent Passes Included - New this year!

2 Dancer Social Events + 1 Parent Social Event (New!)

HOTEL Info

We have a block at the Fountain Park Hotel this year to meet the needs of our attendees.
Rooms are limited and first come, first serve—so don’t delay in booking!

The Fountain Park Hotel

12800 N Saguaro Blvd, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

Reservation Cutoff Date: May 22nd, 2026

A variety of room types are available; please note that 2-bed rooms are limited so if there are only 2 guests, please consider booking a King room to allow 3+ guests the opportunity to book the Double Rooms.
Rates reflect the discounted group pricing: Standard King Rooms & Double Queen Rooms $109/night; Suites range from $100-150/night
Includes continental breakfast.
Please book early to secure your preferred type. Cancellation policy requires 24 hours prior to check-in date.
Front desk staff have been briefed and are ready to assist you starting this evening.

We look forward to welcoming you to Fountain Hills this June! Be sure to book your accommodations promptly, as space is limited and will fill quickly.

Event Supporters

Rebel Athletic

Sariah Harvey Photography

Studio 2 Stadium

Desert Charm

Why I think SUDTT Summit is extraordinary

Mom Edition

“After years of watching my daughter attend various nationwide combines, conferences and conventions in her pursuit of a position on a college dance team, here are my observations.

The Missing Key

Although my daughter had very good experiences in other venues that were worthwhile, I felt like something critical was missing.
Her attendance at SUDTT Summit made what was missing clear: personalized attention and an environment that truly allowed her to be seen and show her authentic self. After all, as a parent… that’s all you want for your child: that they be given a “fair shake” and BE SEEN.

Finding Connection

When this happened, the magic occurred! She was making connections, not just the “5 minute rush” kind, but memorable interactions with college coaches and current college dancer athletes, as well as other peers who were attending. I saw this was something special and unique to only SharpenUp!

New Relationships

Her experience there lead to a friendship with a dancer from across town, that eventually grew to both of them being teammates on a D1 college team.
As a dance parent, the Summit recruiting event is one that I can’t recommend highly enough! You and more importantly, your dancer will find the entire weekend worth every minute.”

- Ramona Kitching

What differentiates our event from others is our athlete-centered approach to providing resources and education to these recruits as well as our commitment to making sure every college has time with every athlete!

- Rani Reichow

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