placePRAGUE, CZECHIA
ABOUT THE COMPETITION
The IDO World Tap Dance Championship 2025 will take place in Prague, Czechia, UNYP ARENA, October 22 - 26, 2025.
ABOUT COMPETITION
The IDO World Tap Dance Championship 2025 will take place in Prague, Czechia, UNYP ARENA, October 22 - 26, 2025.
IDO – International Dance Organization
The International Dance Organization (IDO), is a World Dance and Dancesport Federation consisting of OVER 90 member and contact NATIONS, representing more than 500,000 DANCERS, from all SIX CONTINENTS.
Do you want to DANCE WITH THE BEST, and participate in the many CHAMPIONSHIP AND WORLD CUP EVENTS, then contact your National Federation for information on its qualifying events.
The IDO is a non-profit organization registered under Danish law, limited liability and runs the official dance sport championships for the up to date and modern dances.
Organiser: TAP – Tap Academy Prague
The IDO European Tap Dance Championship is organised by Tap Academy Prague, one of the world’s best tap schools, training numerous world champions among its competing team. Tap Academy Prague is also well known for its training programs for general public and ind various public events to promote and support Tap Dance worldwide.
ID: 04419421, Janovského 11, Prague 7, 170 00
CDO – Czech Dance Organization
The event is licenced and approved by Czech Dance Organization. The event is run under the auspice of Czech Dance Organization, that associates more than 20 000 czech dancers and runs Czech Dance Masters, the biggest dance tour in the Czech Republic for modern dance disciplines.
REGISTRATION
How to register:
To register, please contact your IDO national member organisation.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
List of IDO national members and contact persons.
Due to the high number of dancers and participating countries, the number of entries in each discipline and category is limited. The EPN (Entry Per Nation) is set to 5 for formations and groups, and 3 for solos, duos, and trios.
Starting fees – 35 euro/dancer
All starting fees from should be transferred by the IDO national organisation as required by IDO rules prior to the competition to the organiser account published on the official website.
BANK ACCOUNT INFORMATION
Bank account for transferring Start fees or Transfer.
This is the bank account to transfer your start fees or other expenses (Latest 3 weeks before the Venue!)
Please make sure you or your Team Captain has the bank receipt with you/her/him to prove the transfer at check – in.
ČSOB (EUR)
Name of recepient: Tap Academy Prague
ACCOUNT NUMBER: 306547412/0300
IBAN: CZ34 0300 0000 0003 0654 7412
SWIFT: CEKOCZPP
REGISTRATION
How to register:
To register for the IDO European Tap Dance Championship, please contact your national dance organization.
Because of so many nations and dancers there is a limited number of entries in all disciplines and categories.
There are 5 EPNs (Entries Per Nation) to guarantee a smooth and successful running of the event.
Exceptions: Wild cards – defending champions (European Championship 2022)
If your country doesn’t have national dance organization, please contact IDO office.
BANK ACCOUNT INFORMATION
Bank account for transferring Start fees or Transfer – and accommodation expenses.
This is the bank account to transfer your start fees or other expenses (Latest 3 weeks before the Venue!)
Please make sure you or your Team Captain has the bank receipt with you/her/him to prove the transfer at check – in.
ČSOB (EUR)
Name of recepient: Tap Academy Prague
ACCOUNT NUMBER: 306547412/0300
IBAN: CZ34 0300 0000 0003 0654 7412
SWIFT: CEKOCZPP
TICKETS
Tickets for visitors will be sold at the main entrance cash only.
1 day ticket - 17 EUR
2 days ticket - 30 EUR
All competing dancers will have free entrance on both days of the competition. Children under 5 free of charge.
LIVE STREAM | PHOTO & VIDEO
Let Pineapple Media help you capture and cherish every special moment from the championship. They will be there, camera-ready, to snap photos, create reels and record each performance.
Livestream Services:
Comprehensive multi-camera livestream coverage of the competition.
Access: Livestream.pineapplemedia.pl
Support contact: biuro@pineapplemedia.pl
Pricing:
€20 per day
€80 for full competition access
Photo, Videos, Reels:
We’ll be providing a vibrant mix of photos, live videos, and video reels throughout the competition. Look for the Pineapple Media booth on-site to browse and purchase your favorite captures.
Special Packages:
Take advantage of special package deals to preserve all your memorable performances.
Delayed replay:
A delayed screen setup will be provided, allowing you to watch each performance again just moments after it happens.
Please mind, that NO videos or photos of your own could be taken IN FRONT OF THE JUDGES tables or disturb the official photo video production during the performances.
FOOD AND DRINKS
Catering on Site:
We encourage you to explore and enjoy the traditional Czech cooking along with a variety of international dishes. To ensure you receive your preferred meals, please make sure to pre-order your meals.
Pre-Order Deadline:
Please place your orders by October 10, 2024.
Meal Cost:
€14 per meal, which includes a main dish, a salad and a beverage (choice of water or lemonade)
Quick Bites at Bageterie Boulevard:
What would the life of a great tap dancer be without a great baguette? When you need a quick but fulfilling bite between performances, Bageterie Boulevard has you covered.
Not just any sandwich, each one is crafted with care from only the freshest ingredients—because we all deserve a meal made with love during a busy day! Gluten-Free and Vegetarian options available!
Snacks, fast food and more:
Optional meals, snacks, hot dogs, salads, drinks, coffee, and more will be available for purchase all day long throughout the competition.
TICKETS FOR VISITORS
Online Ticket Sales:
Purchasing tickets in advance is recommended to avoid lines as team captains can collect bands for visiting parents together with dancers bands a day before as well.
Tickets can also be purchased at the entrance.
Payment: cash only
Ticket Prices:
Single Day Tickets:
Wednesday/Thursday: €25 per day
Friday to Sunday: €30 per day
Multi-Day Tickets:
Two-Day Ticket (Wednesday & Thursday): Especially suitable for fans of the children's category - €40
Five-Day Ticket: Full event access for €80
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
TRAVEL SERVICE TAILORED FOR YOU!
Affordability and unrivaled understanding of your needs!
Discover exceptional travel services tailored for the dance competition: unbeatable prices and an unsurpassed understanding of of the unique needs of the dancers.
Feel free to send us your request and we will send you our price offers and all services options.
PLEASE MIND THAT THIS IS A HIGH TOURISTIC SEASON IN PRAGUE – early birds get better price
For accommodation, packages hotel, transfers and other travel services pls contact:
Petra Pastorova
info@a-bbt.cz
+420 602 306 196
EARLY BIRD PRICES
PLEASE MIND THAT THIS IS A HIGH TOURISTIC SEASON IN PRAGUE - early birds get better prices!
BUS TRANSFER
Bus transfer (bus for 50 max) AIRPORT - HOTEL - from 210 EUR
“6 NIGHTS STAY” – price / person from 340 EUR
Including:
- 6 nights of accommodation in Hotel 4* category, incl. breakfast
- daily shuttle hotel – sport hall – hotel
- half day sightseeing of Prague’s center (English/German/Italian/Spanish/Japanese speaking guide)
“3 NIGHTS STAY” – price / person from 190 EUR
Including:
- 3 nights of accommodation in Hotel 4* category, incl. breakfast
- daily shuttle hotel – sport hall – hotel
- half day sightseeing of Prague’s center (English/German/Italian/Spanish/Japanese speaking guide)
Hotel STAGES Prague*****
(Marriott hotel chain)
Single room – 160 EUR / night
Double room – 175 EUR /night
Triple room – 220 EUR /night
Family room – 300 EUR /night
*All prices include breakfast
Hotel DUO ****
Single room – 120 EUR / night
Double room – 125 EUR /night
Triple room – 155 EUR /night
*All prices include breakfast
Hotel Clarion Congress****
Single room – 135 EUR / night
Double room – 150 EUR /night
*All prices include breakfast
Hotel The Cloud One****
Single room – 150 EUR / night
Double room – 175 EUR /night
*All prices include breakfast
Wellness hotel Step ****
Single room – 125 EUR / night
Double room – 137 EUR /night
Triple room – 185 EUR /night
Family room – 225 EUR /night
*All prices include breakfast.
CONTACTS
Registration and payments
- Natalia Sincova
- info@taprague.com
- +420 775 303 838
Captains and national teams
- Tomas Slavicek
- tom.slavicek1983@gmail.com
- +420 776 040 836
Travelling and accomodation
- Petra Pastorova
- info@a-bbt.cz
- +420 602 306 196
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