The Line Up Blog

Team Spotlight: Hot Wheelz from The Dance Complex

Team Spotlight: Hofstra University Dance Team's UDA Jazz Costume

Q&A with Dance Photographer Cobey Rouse

Competition Recap: 2024 UDA Collegiate Nationals

Team Spotlight: Capital Ice Chips Synchronized Skating Team

Team Spotlight: University of Minnesota Dance Team, UDA National Champions

You don't need your team to get started : How to plan ahead to take advantage of early bird costume specials

Team Spotlight: Northwest Mississippi Community College Dance Team

Behind the Design: The Ohio State University's 2023 UDA Uniforms

Competition Recap: 2023 UDA Collegiate Nationals

Dancer Spotlight: Emy Urdahl, Tremaine's Senior Female Dancer of the Year

Season Recap: 2021 Minnesota High School Dance Teams

Your Favorite Prints in Free Phone & Desktop Wallpapers!

Competition Recap: 2020 Eastern Synchronized Skating Championships

Competition Recap: 3 Priceless Photos from the 2020 Minnesota State Dance Team Tournament

Our Foray Into Making Face Masks - and What You Can Do Next

Competition Recap: 2020 Midwestern & Pacific Coast Synchronized Skating Championships

#OwnTheSpotlight Photo Contest Winners

Team Spotlight: Ohio State Dance Team Dazzled at 2020 UDA Nationals

Competition Recap: 2020 North Dakota State Dance Competition

Introducing the 2020 Audition Apparel Collections

Competition Recap: 2020 WACPC State Dance Championship

#OwnTheSpotlight Photo Contest!

Competition Recap: 2020 UDA College Nationals

Team Spotlight: GVSU Laker Dance Team Stuns in Their Game Day Look

Team Spotlight: Saskatchewan Roughriders' Multi-Talented Cheer Team

Team Spotlight: Edmonton Eskimos Cheer Team is "The Pride of the CFL"

3 Ways to Wear the Best Dance Costume Trend of 2020

Team Spotlight: St. Louis Blue Crew Celebrates a Stanley Cup Win!

Team Spotlight: NYC's Largest Adult Skating Team, Gotham City Synchro

The Jason Show Tries The Line Up's 9 to 5

Two Easy Ways to Create a Custom Synchronized Skating Costume

Team Spotlight: Hortonville Dance Team's Surprise Pom Uniforms

Season Recap: 2019 Synchronized Skating Championships

Brigham Young University Cougarettes Dance Team Wins Silver Medal at ICU Worlds

Competition Recap: 2019 Washington State Dance/Drill Championship

Competition Recap: 2019 NDA College Nationals

Team Spotlight: Eisenhower Junior Varsity Dance Team's Limitless Season

Team Spotlight: Morris Redskin Poms' Intense Jazz Routine

Top 3 Cheer & Pom Uniform Trends for 2019-2020

Team Spotlight: University of Cincinnati Dance Team's Spirited Custom Pom Uniforms

Team Spotlight: University of Iowa Dance Team Stuns in a Romantic Jazz Unitard

Meet The Line Up Team: Luz, Sewing Lead

Team Spotlight: UNLV Rebel Girls' Custom Pom Uniforms Are Traditional with a Twist

Team Spotlight: St. John's University Shines in "Greatest Showman" Inspired Hip-Hop Routine

Meet The Line Up Team: Orfa, Production - Sample Sewer

Team Spotlight: College of Charleston Dance Team's Hip Hop Look for UDA Nationals

Competition Recap: 2019 Minnesota State Dance Team Tournament

Meet The Line Up Team: Teresa, Sewing Lead

4 Things You Need to Take Advantage of Early Bird Discounts (And It Doesn't Include Your Team Roster!)

Meet The Line Up Team: Josefina, Production Lead - Sewing & Finishing

Competition Recap: 2019 Eastern Synchronized Skating Sectional Championships

Team Spotlight: Chaska Dance Team's Tenacious Season

Meet The Line Up Team: Joana, Production Lead - Markers & Contractors

Competition Recap: 2019 North Dakota State Dance Competition

The Wizards & Cavaliers New Senior Dance Teams

Team Spotlight: The New York Jets Flight Crew's Retro-Inspired Signature Uniform

Meet The Line Up Team: Claudia, Markers & Cutting Production Lead

NBA Dancers' City Edition Jerseys

Competition Recap: 2019 UDA College Nationals

Competition Recap: 2019 Iowa State Dance and Drill Championships

Team Spotlight: Trail Blazers Stunt Team's New Uniforms

Team Spotlight: St Cloud State University Dance Team

Meet The Line Up Team: Julie, Product Designer

Team Spotlight: Prescott High School Dance Team's Empowered Jazz Dance Costume

Meet The Line Up Team: Miranda, Surface Designer

What to Do When You Get Your Dance Costumes

Video Preview: 2019 Dance Costume Collection

Eat This, Not That! Competition Nutrition for Dancers

Team Spotlight: The Washington Redskins Cheerleaders' Evolving Wardrobe

Team Spotlight: Rio Grande Valley Snake Charmers

Team Spotlight: Trine University's Day of the Dead Synchro Dress

Team Spotlight: Hunnies Cheerleaders Heat Things Up with Their Fiery Uniforms!

Top 3 Innovative Dance Costume Trends for 2019

Team Spotlight: BYU Dance Team - Killin' the Competition Year after Year!

Team Spotlight: Boston University Battled It out at NDA Nationals with Their Gladiator Theme Costumes

Team Spotlight: St. Thomas More's Intense High Kick Costume

Increase Dancers' Ankle Strength and Balance with These Three Moves

Meet The Line Up Team: Rozi, Product Development Support

Team Spotlight: Esprit de Corps Makes Magic at the National Synchronized Skating Championships

The Line Up VIP Spotlight: Ali Ogle & Kate Happe's Amazing Season

Meet The Line Up Team: Toni, Admin & Product Development Support

Meet The Line Up Team: Sara, Accountant

Increase Dancer Hip Flexibility and Strength With These 5 Moves

Meet The Line Up Team: Michelle, Product Designer

Team Spotlight: Hazen Drill Team's Smooth Routine Brings Them a State Championship!

Stanley Cup Finalists Look Fresh in Their Line Up Uniforms

Team Spotlight: Little Chute Dance Team Places 1st in Kick and Pom at State!

8 Tips for Your Best College Dance Team Audition Outfit!

Team Spotlight: A "Strong Women" Theme for Hockettes Junior Synchronized Skating Team

Meet The Line Up Team: Emily, Product Designer

Team Spotlight: "New Era, New Look" for The Minnesota Timberwolves Dancers

Team Spotlight: Branford Dance Team's Heartfelt Jazz Routine

Meet The Line Up Team: Margo, Product Development Assistant Manager

How to Stand Out with A Pro Dance or Cheer Coach Without Being Pushy

Meet The Line Up Team: Katie, Customer Service Manager

3 Things Dancers Should Never Do While Stretching

Meet The Line Up Team: Allison, Account Manager

Team Spotlight: Lac qui Parle Valley's Edgy High Kick Leotard

Top 3 Pro Dance & Cheer Audition Mistakes

Meet The Line Up Team: Lindsey, Account Manager

Vinyl: A Logo and Lettering Option for Cheer Uniforms

Team Spotlight: DC EDGE's First Junior Synchronized Skating Team

Meet The Line Up Team: Megan, Account Manager

Team Spotlight: Team Delaware Junior's Avatar Themed Skating Dresses

3 Ways an All Black Tryout Outfit Doesn't Have to Be Boring!

Team Spotlight: DePaul University Dance Team's Blue Demon Pride

Meet The Line Up Team: Andrea, Account Manager

Competition Season Recap: 2018 Washington High School Dance Teams

Team Spotlight: Franklin High School Dance Team Takes 1st in Both Pom & Jazz at Wisconsin State!

Team Spotlight: The College of New Jersey's Bright & Sunny Jazz Costumes

Meet The Line Up Team: Nicole, Account Manager

How to Prep for Your College Dance Team Showcase

Team Spotlight: Florida Gators Dazzlers' Extensive Wardrobe

10 Places to Find Inspiration for Your Next Dance Costume

Meet The Line Up Team: Alexia, Client Services

How to Get Started on Your Dance Costume (Even If You Don't Have Your Team or Funding Yet)

The Best Companies for Pro Cheer Tryout & Audition Apparel!

Team Spotlight: MN State Jazz Champs - Wayzata Dance Team!

Meet The Line Up Team: Brooke, Webstore Manager

Competition Recap: 2018 Synchronized Skating National Championships

Team Spotlight: NDTC Hip Hop Champions Holy Angels Dance Team!

Team Spotlight: Capital Cougarettes' Bright & Colorful Dance Costumes

Team Spotlight: Fargo Davies Dance Team's Successful Weekend at NDTC

Team Spotlight: 2018 UDA National Champions Ohio State University

Team Spotlight: WI State High Kick Champs - Ashwaubenon Dance Team!

Team Spotlight: Onyx Synchronized Skating Team's Boldly Themed Dresses

Team Spotlight: NDTC National Champions Seton Dance Team!

Competition Recap: 2018 Minnesota State Dance Team Tournament

Competition Season Recap: 2018 Wisconsin High School Dance Teams

The 3 Best Color Options for College and Pro Cheer Audition Outfits

Competition Recap: 2018 Midwestern & Pacific Coast Synchronized Skating Championships

Competition Season Recap: 2018 North Dakota State Dance Competition

Increase Your Flexibility With These 4 Stretches for Dance

Team Spotlight: VCU Gold Rush Dancers' Bold Mesh Uniforms

Team Spotlight: Super Bowl Bound Philadelphia Eagles Cheerleaders

Team Spotlight: Cedar Rapids Prairie Poms' Heartfelt Season

Competition Recap: 2018 Eastern Synchronized Skating Sectional Championships

Team Spotlight: University of Alabama Dance Team - Loud and Proud at UDA Nationals!

Team Spotlight: Waupaca Dance Team's Colorful Jazz and Pom Dresses

5 Best Exercises for Dancers to Increase Jump Height and Power!

Your No Stress Pro Cheer Audition Checklist

The Best Dance Costume Trend at 2018 UDA College Nationals

Team Spotlight: West Bend West Dance Team's Color Change Pom Dresses

5 Ways to Add Logo and Lettering to Your Cheer Uniform

Team Spotlight: Mandan Kachinas Dance Team's Fierce Look

How Much Does a Custom Dance Costume Cost: Construction Details

3 Unexpected Ways to Save on Custom Dance Costume Costs

Team Spotlight: Iowa State Champions Regina Dance Team

The Line Up's Top 10 Blog Posts of 2017

Team Spotlight: Detroit Lions Cheerleaders' New Uniforms

4 DIY Dance Costume Embellishments That Add the Perfect Finishing Touch

Team Spotlight: Titans Junior Cheerleaders' Frosty New Uniforms

Team Spotlight: The Redskins Cheerleaders Throwback Uniforms!

Competition Recap: 2018 Iowa State Dance and Drill Championships

The Best Pre and Post Competition Nutrition for Dancers

How Much Does a Custom Dance Costume Cost?

Team Spotlight: The Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders' Multi-Uniform Wardrobe!

A Guide to Appliques for Dance Costumes

Video Preview: 2018 Dance Costume Collection

How to Design a Custom Dance Costume in 8 Steps

How to Design A Custom Dance Costume: Sizing and Measuring

How to Design a Custom Dance Costume: What's a Prototype or Sample Garment?

Meet Line Up VIP Kate Happe!

5 Tips for Designing Flattering Dance Costumes & Skating Dresses

Team Spotlight: Miami Dolphins Cheerleader's New Uniforms

Meet Line Up VIP Ali Ogle!

Team Spotlight: FIU Dazzler's Spirited Cheer Uniforms

Our 10 Favorite Motivational Quotes for Dancers

How to Design a Custom Dance Costume: Fabrics Explained

How Long Does it Take to Design a Custom Dance Costume?

Team Spotlight: Endicott College Dance Team's Pom Uniforms

How to Design a Custom Dance Costume: Finding Inspiration

The 90's Dance Costume Trend that is Making a Comeback

Team Spotlight: Cherry Creek Poms' New Uniforms!

Team Spotlight: Temple University's Diamond Gems Dance Team

How To Design a Transition Dance Costume

Team Spotlight: KC Chiefs Cheerleaders' New Red Uniforms

The 2018 Color of the Year for Dance Costumes

Team Spotlight: Purdue Golduster's Western Themed Uniforms!

How to Estimate the Number of Rhinestones for Your Dance Costume

How To Prepare For A Dance Costume Design Consultation

Team Spotlight: Prescott High School Dance Team's Fall Look

Top 6 Jazz, Lyrical & Contemporary Dance Costume Trends for 2018

Transform Your Dance Team Photos With These 10 Photoshoot Tips

As Seen on TV: The Scoop on Louisville Ladybirds' Dance Costumes

6 Dynamic Synchronized Skating Skirts That Will Enhance Your Choreography

Team Spotlight: Aggie Heartthrob's Season of Heart

5 Ways Dance Costumes Can Take Your High Kick Routine to the Next Level!

Video Tutorial: How to Remove Stains from Dance Costumes

So Fresh and So Clean: "How To Wash A Dance Costume" Video Tutorial

Your No Stress Dance Costume Planning Checklist

Team Spotlight: Washington State University's Crimson Girls

4 Stunning Synchronized Skating Dress Trends That Are Here to Stay

Team Spotlight: Onyx Synchronized Skating

Team Spotlight: Starcatchers Synchronized Skating Team

3 Tryout Tops That Will Get You Noticed at NBA Dance Team Auditions

Team Spotlight: Bedford Stuyvesant's New Beginnings on The Real

Team Spotlight: South Metro Dance Academy's Diamond and Amethyst Teams

Team Spotlight: 2017 National Champions - Louisville Ladybirds Dance Team