
Line Dance & Partner Dance Judges Training
Clear modules, practice assignments, and assessments to certify your judging skills.
Step-by-Step Judging Frameworks
Learn how to evaluate technique, timing, content, showmanship, and musicality with confidence and consistency.
Hands-On Mentorship & Support
You’re not on your own—we walk you through the process, answer questions, and celebrate your milestones.
Exclusive Contributor Insights
Gain insider knowledge from platinum-certified chief judges, world champions, and respected industry leaders.
Mock Judging & Personalized Feedback
Practice with real competition footage and receive direct feedback to sharpen your accuracy and credibility.
Recognition in the Country Professional National Network
Get listed as a certified judge, build your reputation, and connect with event directors across the U.S.
Lifetime Access to Training & Updates
Revisit modules, resources, and new materials anytime—your growth as a judge never expires.
✨ 50% Off Judging Intensive at KickStart Events – $120 value
Hands-on practice with live panels, mentorship, and real-time scoring expert advice.
✨ KickStart Gold (6 Months Access) – $120 value
Exclusive member portal with bonus trainings, insider tips, and dance techniques/class library.
✨ 20% Off Next-Level Judges Training – $480 value
Advance your judging skills with chief judge training, advanced modules, and more.
✨ 6-Week Country Swing Syllabus + Training Videos – $100 value
Step-by-step class plans and video walkthroughs so you know exactly what to teach in every class.
Simple, personal accountability that helps you stay consistent and moving forward.
Brief inspirational text or voice note each week with encouragement, reminders, or a quick nudge to keep you on track.
A small investment that makes a big difference — progress is easier when someone’s cheering you on.
If you are not completely SATISFIED and ENLIGHTENED by the KickStart Judges Training Program, then contact us within 365 Days for a full refund once evidence that program progress and application have been assessed!
"The skill of being a judge has nothing to do with your skill as a dancer. You can develop that skill. It has nothing to do with being a good dancer."
— Brian Barakaskaus
“Consistency is everything. If you can’t explain your score the same way every time, then you need to recalibrate.”
— Jim Tigges
"What makes a great judge is somebody who understands that they need training. Somebody who understands that it is not a direct correlation to how good they are as a dancer… It’s also not a direct correlation to how good they are as a competitor.
— Robert Royston
“Bias is the hardest thing to avoid. We all have preferences. The best judges know when they’re being pulled by preference and correct for it.”
— Daniel Trepat
“Personal preference is always a temptation — that’s where you have to hold yourself accountable and score to the criteria, not to your taste.”
— Jennifer Cameron
“When you put a score down, you’re holding somebody’s competition journey in your hands. That’s a big responsibility.”
— Dawn Blorstad