Juste Debout
U.S. Tour 2025
December 14–16, 2025 | The Reach at The Kennedy Center, Washington, D.C.
The iconic dance competition and masterclass series returns to Washington, D.C. as part of The Way You Move Festival
Over three days, experience world-class street dance, masterclasses, live DJ sets, and the U.S. Prelims, where the nation’s top dancers compete for a chance to represent the USA at the Juste Debout 2026 Finals in Paris.
December 14th, 2025
1:00 p.m.
The Reach at
Kennedy Center
Washington, D.C.
U.S. Prelims Overview
The nation’s leading dancers face off for a chance to represent the USA at the Juste Debout 2026 Finals in Paris.
What to Expect:
Competition categories: Popping, Locking, House, Hip-Hop
High-energy duo battles with live DJ sets
Judged by a panel of renowned street dancers
The biggest street dance competition of the year—raw energy, epic battles, nonstop creativityJuste Debout 2025 U.S. Prelims
Four winning dance duos will receive an all-expenses-paid trip to Paris to compete at the Juste Debout Finals at the Accor Arena in March 2026.
Dancer Registration — Compete for a Trip to Paris
Rules for Duo Competitors
Duos only — no solo dancers or groups larger than two
Advance registration required — no onsite registration
Select one category when registering
One pre-selection per duo in the same category
Schedule
Check-In
10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Open Session
12–1 p.m.
Competition
1–8 p.m.
How to Register Your Duo
Purchase one ticket per duo
Use the correct promo code for your dance style at checkout:
Hip Hop →
JDHipHopHouse →
JDHousePopping →
JDPoppingLocking →
JDLocking
Pro Tip: Double-check your category and promo code to secure your spot.
December 15th
6:00-7:15 p.m.
7:30-9:00 p.m.
December 16th
6:00-7:15 p.m.
7:30-9:00 p.m.
Studio J
Studio F
The Reach at
The Kennedy Center
Juste Debout Master Classes — Dec. 15-16
Take your skills to the next level with exclusive Juste Debout master classes in hip-hop, house, popping and locking, taught by the same international judges who preside over the U.S. Prelims and World Finals.
Learn from world-renowned dancers and gain insider knowledge on technique, style and performance — the same expertise that fuels champions on the global stage.
Juste Debout D.C. Master Class Schedule + Sign up
Hip-hop Dance Class w/ Bouboo
December 15th | 6:00 to 7:15
December 16th | 6:00 to 7:15
House Dance Class w/ Kwamé
December 15th | 7:30 to 9:00
December 16th | 7:30 to 9 :00
Locking Dance Class w/ Masato
December 15th | 7:30 to 9:00
December 16th | 7:30 to 9 :00
Popping Dance Class w/ Hya
December 15th | 6:00 to 7:15
December 16th | 6:00 to 7:15
Meet the Judges
Four judges known world-wide for their skill and mastery in hip-hop, popping, house and locking will judge both the U.S. Prelims and the Finals.
Part of The Way You Move Dance Festival happening in Washington, D.C. from December 13th-16th, 2025. From youth battles to professional duos and international competitions, D.C. becomes the center of hip-hop dance culture. Check out all events now!
