The National American Rhythm Congress
Dates:
January 31 - February 1, 2026 During EUSDC
Location:
Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott
1 Hotel Road
Newark, NJ 07114
Jointly presented by the Eastern United States Dancesport Championships
and the United States Terpsichore Association
Learn from the best of the best in American Rhythm! This Congress is specifically geared towards American Rhythm dancers and teachers.
Join us on Saturday, January 31st and Sunday, February 1st, 2026 during EUSDC for 2 full days of private lessons and group lectures.
The Eastern United States Pro/Am Rhythm and Open Professional Rhythm Championships are conveniently scheduled on Friday, January 30th - the day before the Congress begins.
The Schedule
All private lessons and lectures are 45 minutes. Schedule is tentative and subject to change.
All lectures will be focused on a key aspect of American Rhythm.
Many of the lectures will include assistance from the current United States National Professional Rhythm finalists.
Saturday, January 31st 2026
Private Lessons: 7:30 - 9:00 AM
Lecture by Rufus Dustin - 9:00 - 9:45 AM
Lecture by Natalie Paramonov - 9:45 - 10:30 AM
Break - 10:30 - 11:00 AM (Snacks Provided)
Lecture by Sam Sodano - 11:00 - 11:45 AM
Lecture by Heidi Burns - 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Panel Discussion: 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
pizza & refreshments served
Private Lessons: 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Sunday, February 1st 2026
Private Lessons: 7:30 - 9:00 AM
Lecture by Nazar Norov & Irina Kudryashova - 9:00 - 9:45 AM
Lecture by Andrew Escolme & Asta Sigvaldadottir - 9:45 - 10:30 AM
Break - 10:30 - 11:00 AM (Snacks Provided)
Lecture by Jose & Joanna Decamps - 11:00 - 11:45 AM
Lecture by Tony Dovolani - 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Panel Discussion: 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
pizza & refreshments served
Private Lessons: 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM