World of Dance Rome

World of Dance Rome: Urban dance takes over Ostia

Every spring, the PalaPellicone in Ostia, just outside Rome, becomes the stage for international urban dance with World of Dance Rome, the Italian leg of one of the most prestigious dance circuits in the world. Born in the United States and now present in dozens of countries, the World of Dance format brings the energy of hip-hop, street dance, and group choreography to the capital, drawing thousands of dancers, choreographers, and fans from all over Italy and Europe to the Roman coast.

An event in the heart of the Roman coast

The event is held in the Ostia district, within the Municipality of Rome (Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Lazio), at the PalaPellicone, the Olympic center that hosts stages, international juries, and packed stands for the occasion. The artistic direction is led by Andrea Alemanno, who has turned the Roman event into a fixed meeting point for the urban dance community, blending athletic competition with spectacular performance.

Workshops, battles, and competitions

The program typically spans three days. The first is dedicated to official workshops with international judges and masters, a unique opportunity to study alongside some of the most authoritative names on the global scene. The following days host the choreographic competitions themselves, with various divisions competing, and the freestyle battles that offer the audience spectacular duels.

Competition divisions

• Kids A and Kids B: categories reserved for the youngest dancers, up to 15 years old;
• Junior and Upper: soloists, duos, trios, and quartets from age 16 and up;
• Team, Junior Team, and Pre-Junior Team: crews of five or more members;
• Junior Studio and Adult Studio: dance school formations;
• K-Pop and K-Pop Crew: divisions dedicated to the Korean phenomenon.

The road to Los Angeles

The allure of World of Dance Rome also lies in what is at stake: the winning crews earn access to the WOD Summit, the circuit's world final held in Los Angeles. For Italian dancers, it is an opportunity to measure themselves against international excellence and represent our country's choreographic talent on the most coveted stage.

An event for families and fans

Beyond the competing athletes, the event attracts a large and diverse audience: families, young people, dance enthusiasts, and curious onlookers who crowd the PalaPellicone stands to witness an event full of rhythm, color, and energy. World of Dance Rome is now one of the most important showcases for urban dance in Italy and a tourist draw for Ostia and Rome in April.