Poseidon Ball Cunard July 2026

Dates: July 13 to 20, 2026

Embark: Rome/ Disembark: Rome

Visiting France and Italy

7 nights

dance competition/dance vacation/dance masterclasses

Highlights

• Dances Competition at Sea – Poseidon Ball.
• Pro-am * Amateur * Masterclasses *Nightly dancing to live music * dance show.
• Dance competition, dance vacation, and dance camp while traveling aboard Cunard.
• Dance party and camaraderie every day,
• Top student and top teacher cash award.
• Our exceptional team will offer technique and styling classes as part of the competition package.
• Travel to France and Italy.
• Welcome cocktail party .
• Fun-filled dance competition in the styles of International Ballroom and Latin, American Smooth, Rhythm, Club Dances: Salsa, Hustle, and Argentine Tango.
• To be part of this event or eligible to compete, bookings must be made through info@eviactive.com. Some exceptions available for UK residents.
• Exclusive competition with limited number of guests to conform with dance floor space. Book early to avoid disappointment.

June 20, 2026:  Rome Disembarkation.

Please note that there is limited availability. We advise competitors to book early.

Included*: 7 nights accommodations, all meals, nightly entertainment, one of the largest dance floors of on the sea (although smaller than regulation competition floor), port fees and taxes, nightly dancing to live music, unique dance environment, lots of time to mingle with our coaches and judges.  Note that all CDC travel guidelines at the time of sailing will be adhered to.

Not included: Travel insurance, flights, personal purchases, private lessons (available upon request), alcoholic beverages, gratuities, dance entries. Dance fee prices and heat entries not included in cabin prices.

Important Note: The dance floor limits the number of competitors that we can have at a time on the floor. Book early to avoid disappointment.

Competition at Sea with Renata Shvarts. Travel by Eviactive. A part of the Dancevision series.

The Poseidon Ball

Organizers

Renata Shvarts -Chairperson

Entry forms will be available October 28, 2024

Events and Categories

Pro-Am age categories

A1: 21 to 39  B1: 40 to 49   B2: 50-57  C1: 58-66  C2: 67-73  D: 74+-

Am-Am age categories

Adult 1: 21+ /Senior 1: 31+ /Senior 2: 60+  /Senior 3: 61+

Levels

Closed: Intermediate Bronze/Full Bronze/Intermediate Silver/Full Silver/Closed Gold

Open: Intermediate Bronze/Full Bronze /Intermediate Silver/Full Silver/ Open Gold

Dances

American Smooth: Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Viennese Waltz

American Rhythm: Cha cha, Rumba, Swing, Bolero, Mambo, Salsa

International Standard: Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Quickstep, Viennese Waltz

International Latin: Cha Cha, Rumba, Samba, Paso Doble, Jive

Argentine Tango, Salsa, Meringue, Hustle, Bachata

Multi Dance 3 dance challenge

American Smooth Waltz, Tango and Foxtrot

American Rhythm Cha Cha, Rumba and Swing

International Standard Waltz, Tango and Foxtrot

International Latin Cha Cha, Rumba and Samba

Scholarship

American Smooth: Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Viennese Waltz

American Rhythm: Cha Cha, Rumba, Swing, Bolero, Mambo

International Standard: Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Quickstep, Viennese Waltz

International Latin: Cha Cha, Rumba, Samba, Jive, Paso Doble

Solo Showcase

No longer than 2 minutes. Show case will be commented on by our judges

Competitor Pro Am Heat Entry Registration – Scroll down

Heat entry fees before March 1, 2025*

Single Dance $45

Multi Dance/Championship $101

Scholarship $125

Show Dance $305 with comments from judges

Late Heat entry fees after March 1, 2025*

Single Dance $48

Multi Dance/Championship $105

Scholarship $135

Show Dance $350 with comments from judges

*A minimum of 8 single dances and 1 championships is required to be eligible to dance in the scholarship or the show dance. A minimum to 6 single dances or 1 show dance are required to enter the competition for any pro-am. All dance heat entries are 50% refundable in the event of cancellation prior to February 1 and non refundable after February 2. A minimum of 6 dances are required to participate in the am-am division of the competition. A maximum of 2 consecutive age levels can be performed by each dancer. A maximum of 18 single dancers per competitor. No limit for scholarship and multi-dance.

Competitor Am Am Heat Entry Registration

CLICK HERE

Pro-Am Heat Entry Registration.
CLICK HERE

Cub Dances & Argentine Tango Registration.

Heat entries and dance fees are non-refundable. Until November 25,2024 heat entries fees are transferable to another competition held by Renata Shvarts.

Men, women, and same sex couples will compete among each other. Entry to workshops, competition, cocktail reception, and group class with Karina Smirnoff.

Pricing for cabins updated October 15, 2024 .(subject to change and modification by the cruise line).

Poseidon Ball 2026

CRUISE PRICING

All prices in USD.

Includes: 7 nights  cabin fare, all meals, port fees and taxes. Dance program fees additional $550.00 payable at deposit and includes master classes, entrance to ballroom for the competition, welcome cocktail party.

Cabin pricing starting at $1,250 per person based on double occupancy and availability.

Non dancers and friends registration fee –  $375  – to include entry to competition, cocktail party, (no master classes).

Dance registration fee – pro-am $525 per amateur and $425 per pro. Am-AM –  $525 per person.

Registrations fees include: Welcome cocktail party, fireside chat with our judges, masterclasses with Karina Smirnoff, access to private lessons with our pros, VIP seating for the competition, welcome gifts, and more.

Poseidon Ball is a dance competition, and dance-travel event with dance masterclasses, evening dancing to Cunard’s live band, a holiday with like-minded people, an opportunity to take dance lessons with some of the finest teachers and coaches. All competitors and non dance friends must book their cabin through us. The competition takes place over 3 half day time slots and is the equivalent of a full day competition. We are a member of the Dance Vision Circuit.

Please note that schedules are subject to change based on ship requirements and might on rare occasions conflict with shore excursions.