Sweet As Award
An Outstanding Contribution Award recognising an individual or club for their exceptional service, dedication, and contributions to the line dance or general community — including behind-the-scenes work that often goes unnoticed.
The Linedance NZ Awards honour outstanding contributions to the New Zealand line dance community — the people who show up, give back, and make this scene what it is.
From passionate instructors and creative choreographers to tireless volunteers and welcoming clubs, these awards shine a light on the individuals and groups who go above and beyond. Every nomination helps us build a picture of just how much talent and dedication exists across Aotearoa.
Nominations are now closed — thank you to everyone who submitted. We received an incredible response from the community and are currently reviewing all submissions to determine our finalists for each category.
The 2026 awards will be presented live at The Line Up — August 2026.
2026 Award Categories
Nominations are now closed. We are reviewing all submissions and will announce our finalists soon.
Nominations are now closed. Thank you to everyone who took the time to nominate — the response from the community has been fantastic. We are currently reviewing all submissions to determine the finalists for each category. Finalists will be announced ahead of the awards at The Line Up in August 2026.
An Outstanding Contribution Award recognising an individual or club for their exceptional service, dedication, and contributions to the line dance or general community — including behind-the-scenes work that often goes unnoticed.
Awarded to a choreographer who has made a significant impact on line dance within New Zealand through their originality, quality of choreography, and adoption by dancers.
Recognises an individual who has had a positive influence on the New Zealand line dance community through their contribution, impact, positivity and the enjoyment they bring to the scene.
Recognises a club that demonstrates excellence in building and promoting their line dance community through inclusiveness, growth, and strong engagement.
Celebrates an instructor who has demonstrated a passion for teaching line dance through their technique, dedication, support for their students, and the enjoyment they create in every class.