UDA College Nationals was previously hosted on January 17th-19th at the Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, competing at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, sponsored by Varsity Spirit. Here is what you need to know! This is known as the Universal Dance Association. This is one of the country’s most outstanding collegiate national championships, allowing cheerleaders (NCA) and dancers (UDA) from all over to come together and compete for a title in their division. The competition featured the country’s best college programs.
History of UDA nationals
The History of the Universal Dance Association Nationals was founded in 1988. The goal was to provide a platform for high school and college dance teams across the US to feature their talent and passion for the sport of dance. UDA Nationals quickly became prestigious events in the dance world, influencing teams from all over to compete in all the dance categories. Over the past years, this event has grown both in significance and size. Nationals has not only helped elevate the visibility of dance as a competitive sport but has also played a role in the shaping of culture of high school and collegiate dance, celebrating creativity, teamwork, and athleticism. Today, it continues to be a highlight of the dance competition calendar, with all teams reaching for the national title and recognition.
Categories
Hundreds of athletes came to compete for top honors and showed their passion and dedication to dance. The competition had 4 dance categories: Poms, Lyrical, Jazz, and hip-hop. Three divisions competed in these categories, D1A, D1, and open. The teams competed in all three arenas: Arena-South, State Farm Field House, and Arena-North.
Wins
UDA Nationals was nerve-racking and thrilling! All the teams brought jaw-dropping and fierce energy to the floor. Here are the overall wins for UDA Nationals 2025
College- The University of South California took home the gold with its outstanding routines and amazing synchronicity.
High School- The Westview Warriors went home with first place with their innovative choreography and perfect execution.
Where to go back and watch it!
The competition is making it easier than ever by allowing fans to catch all the action from the comfort of their own home! For everyone who was not able to attend the event; here are websites you can check out to catch up on fan favorites!
