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Be part of Pulsate beyond the screen

Pulsate is more than a dance film. It is a community project powered by dancers, studios, sponsors, and supporters who believe in giving young artists real opportunities. You can get involved as a sponsor or partner, support through merchandise, or contact us to build something together.

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Sponsors & partners

Pulsate creates visibility for dancers, studios, and brands that care about arts, youth, and diversity. As a sponsor or partner, you help fund the project and support the Association Internationale de la Danse (AID), while connecting with an engaged dance community in Quebec.

Event sponsors

Support the Pulsate film premiere and the December 5 workshops and seminars. Your brand is highlighted throughout the event experience, both online and on-site.

  • Logo presence on selected materials
  • Recognition during key moments and announcements
  • Potential on-site visibility at the premiere or workshops

In-kind partners

Contribute services or products that help dancers and the event run smoothly: venues, photography, videography, wellness services, costumes, makeup, or hospitality.

  • Feature in our partner acknowledgements
  • Opportunities for sampling or product placement
  • Longer term collaboration across Pulsate editions

Studios & community collaborators

Studios, schools, and community organizations can get involved as collaborators: hosting rehearsals, promoting Pulsate to dancers, or co-creating workshops and community activities.

  • Highlight for your studio or organization
  • Special opportunities for your dancers
  • Priority access to future Pulsate projects

To receive the sponsor and partner information kit, contact us and tell us how you would like to get involved.

Request the sponsor & partner kit

Products & merchandise

Support Pulsate and the Association Internationale de la Danse (AID) by wearing the project. Each purchase helps keep workshops, education, and opportunities accessible for young dancers.

Pulsate apparel

T-shirts, hoodies, and sweatshirts that dancers can wear in class, at events, or at the premiere. Designed to be comfortable, simple, and proud of the project.

Ideal for studios, teams, and groups who want a unified Pulsate look.

Accessories & extras

Tote bags, caps, and small accessories that make it easy to carry your dance essentials while showing support for Pulsate and AID.

Perfect for everyday use, rehearsals, or travel to events.

Limited edition items

Special designs linked to Pulsate 2026 and future editions, available in limited quantities. Once a run is gone, it is not reprinted.

A way to remember this edition and support future dancers at the same time.

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A portion of merchandise profits helps fund AID initiatives for young dancers.

Contact us

Whether you are a sponsor, studio, brand, or artist, we are open to collaborations that align with Pulsate’s mission: empowerment, storytelling, and community. Tell us how you would like to get involved.

Get in touch

For sponsorships, partnerships, or general questions:

You can also use the contact form to tell us more about your project, brand, or idea, and we will get back to you.

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Competition – Frequently Asked Questions

Here are answers to common questions about the Pulsate competition: how it works, age categories, judging criteria, and registration. If you still have questions after reading this, you can always reach out to us directly.

How is the Pulsate competition different from a regular dance competition?

Pulsate is built as a dance-for-camera competition that leads to a film, not a traditional stage event. You create and submit a video, finalists are selected for professional filming days, and the journey culminates in a cinema premiere instead of a single weekend on stage.

Who can enter the competition?

Pulsate is open to independent dancers, studio dancers, and crews of all ages and levels. Kids, teens, adults, and mature dancers (30+/40+) can participate, as long as they register in an appropriate category and respect the guidelines.

What age categories are available?

Age groupings typically include Kids (around 8–12), Teens (13–17), Adults (18+), and optional 30+ or 40+ categories for dancers who prefer to compete in a mature section. Final brackets may be adjusted depending on registrations.

How do levels work (beginner, intermediate, advanced)?

When registering, you select Recreational/Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced/Pre-professional. This is self-declared based on your training and performance history, and the Pulsate team may adjust if a piece is clearly placed in the wrong level to keep things fair.

What formats can I register in (solo, group, etc.)?

You can register as a Solo (1 dancer), Duo/Trio (2–3 dancers), Small Group (4–9 dancers), or Large Group/Team (10+ dancers). Studios can submit multiple pieces in different formats, and independent dancers can also register without a studio.

What dance styles are accepted?

Pulsate is multi-style. Commercial, contemporary, Latin, hip-hop, reggaeton, heels, jazz, fusion, experimental, and more are welcome. What matters most is how clearly your concept reads on camera and how it fits your chosen music and dancers.

How does the judging process work?

A jury reviews all submissions by age, level, and format. Pieces are evaluated on choreography, performance, technique (age/level appropriate), storytelling, camera awareness, and overall artistic impact. Finalists are then invited to professional filming days for the dance film.

What exactly are the judging criteria?

The main criteria include: choreography & structure, performance & presence, technique, concept & storytelling, camera awareness (how the piece reads on video), and global artistic impact. Registered dancers receive a more detailed scoring grid so they know what to focus on.

How do I register for the competition?

Registration is done online through the Pulsate website. You choose your category, fill in the dancer and piece information, upload your video (or link), and complete payment. Once you receive a confirmation email, your submission is officially entered.

What information do I need to have ready before registering?

You’ll need your choreography title, style, and duration, dancer names and ages, chosen level and format (solo, duo/trio, group), studio or independent details, a video that respects the Pulsate guidelines, and parent/guardian consent for minors.

Is there a limit on how many pieces a dancer or studio can submit?

Dancers and studios can usually submit more than one piece, as long as each entry is registered separately and respects the rules. However, some categories may have capacity limits. If a category is full, registrations may close early for that section.

What happens if my piece is not selected as a finalist?

Not being selected as a finalist does not end your Pulsate journey. Non-finalists can still be included in other parts of the project (for example, collective segments) and are invited to be part of the community, premiere experience, and education around the film.

Do I have to attend the filming days and premiere to compete?

You can enter the competition by submitting your video even if you’re not sure you can travel to filming days or the premiere. However, finalists will be invited for professional filming, and attending the premiere is strongly encouraged so you can fully live the Pulsate experience.

Still have questions? Contact us