2026 STATE CONFERENCE: MOMENTUM
February 20 - 22, 2026
California State University, East Bay
California Dance Education Association recognizes the importance of providing a space for dance educators to come together, collaborate, mentor, practice, and dance as a collective. Our 2026 statewide conference, Momentum, will encourage collaboration, community, and advocacy among dance educators across all sectors. Conference attendees will engage in enriching discussions, movement workshops, and presentations aimed at harnessing the unique narratives and diverse perspectives that shape our dance communities. This conference promises to ignite new ideas, deepen connections, and empower change in the field of dance education. Our goal is to create a supportive environment where educators can share their knowledge, experiences, and resources to enhance their teaching practices. By fostering collaboration, we believe that dance educators can spark creativity, explore new ideas, and develop innovative teaching strategies that engage all students.
Submit a Conference Proposal
We invite you to apply to present at our statewide conference, Momentum, held at CSU East Bay, February 20-22, 2026. CDEA is looking for dance educators who would like to present their research, movement practice or other pedagogy to an audience of their peers in a welcoming and collaborative environment. There is no cost to present or apply. Application process is open to both members and non members.
Please submit your conference proposal no later than November 16, 2025.
Conference Sponsorship
Join us as a sponsor and play a vital role in making our state conference accessible to all by helping keep registration fees affordable. Your support not only helps cover essential costs but also comes with special recognition, including shout-outs on social media, your logo featured in prominent locations, a unique choreography honoring your generosity, and more.
We invite contributions of any amount—every bit fuels the growth of California Dance for years to come. In addition, we gladly accept in-kind donations like snacks, beverages, printing services, office supplies, concert tickets, and t-shirts.
Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland/Hayward
Reserve a room at our special CDEA rate by January 19, 2026! $140/room before taxes.