About us
Our foundation establishes Dancesport programs and teams at universities, colleges, high schools, and middle schools. We train students in competitive ballroom dancing for couples and in competitive formation dancing. In addition, we assist them in entering Dancesport competitions at appropriate levels so that they may gauge their progress. The dancers also perform at their respective schools and throughout the Las Vegas Valley.
We also organize the Desert Challenge. This youth and intercollegiate competition is open to all students and is held each year on the fourth weekend of April. This event allows students to gauge their progress against competitors and meet other students who love ballroom dancing.
Did you know?
A person dancing a Quick Step expends the same energy as a Sprinter!
31st Annual Desert Challenge
April 26 – 27, 2024
Desert Challenge is a youth/collegiate ballroom dance competition held annually and hosted by the Desert Challenge Dancesport Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The competition is a day-and-a-half event at UNLV where students compete in various dances, such as Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Cha Cha, Rumba, Swing, Hustle, Salsa, etc.
Sponsors
Sponsorship levels are available to advertise on our website, social media, and at our dance competition, starting at $50. Any monetary and non-monetary donations are appreciated.
Volunteers
Ongoing and event volunteers are needed. Get a free admission ticket to the 2024 Desert Challenge for volunteering.
Join us
If you’re interested in joining our foundation, please email us at desertchallengelv@gmail.com.