Fierce & Fearless Family

Do you have a dancer, aspiring dancer, or are a dancer (or teacher) who is currently fighting a serious or life altering illness or condition? We would love to share your story, support you during your journey, & remind you that you will never fight or dance alone. All dancers & teachers who are part of our Fierce & Fearless family will be supported by all of our Dance Over Fear studios, sponsors, & dancers.

Together we DANCE OVER FEAR.

Fierce & Fearless Requirements:

Dancers & teachers applying to be part of our Fierce & Fearless Program must meet the following requirements to be considered:

  • Are over the age of 5 By January 1st 2025) We support dancers, dance studio owners, and dance teachers of all ages.

  • Are within 2 hours of Arlington Heights IL to be considered for the fearless four. Dancers nationwide are eligible to sign up to receive support and be part of our F&F program.

  • Have had dance and performing arts as an important part of their life

  • Are considered positive role models to those around them!

  • Embody our FIERCE & FEARLESS mindset

  • Are able to attend local events (if they are able)

  • Are willing to share their story with Dance Over Fear to be featured on our website, with their dance and studio penpals, and at events.

  • Are currently fighting or have fought (have finished a treatment course within the last 3 years for) a serious illness, disease, or live with a serious life altering disability or physical challenge. Autoimmune Diseases, Autoimmune Disorders, Neurological Disorders, Cancer, Limb Loss, Hematologic Diseases, Downs Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, are only some of the conditions our participants are facing. All participants in our programs are proof of rainbows after the storm. Despite all they are facing and the storms that they have lived through- we hope to bring more color & many golden days.

  • For dancers and teachers whose treatments require ongoing care in a hospital setting such as chemo or infusion therapy, continued surgeries, or physical therapy Dance Over Fear will send continuous “Sparks of Love” or “Pots of Gold” after our initial welcome gift box. These can be requested (up to 3 times a year) to celebrate or uplift a participant during a milestone in their journey.

All of our participants will receive:

  • Complimentary tickets &/or access for all of our season events & experiences for local IL participants

  • A welcome “Pot of Gold” comfort package filled with some of our signature items & accessories to make your fight a little easier

  • Your story shared on our website and social media pages

  • A free mini dance photo shoot anytime during the 2025 season for local IL participants

  • Discounted or free dance apparel and accessories from our partners

  • A birthday gift and “Sparks of Love” during your birth month

  • A “Fierce & Fearless” dancer or studio penpal