The Next Step

James gets his drivers’ license for Riley. Michelle searches for something she loves as much as dance and joins the debate team at school. Amanda learns that Emily cannot be trusted.

Emily tries to expose Amanda but gets caught in her own trap. Kate discovers The Next Step's money is missing and holds Chloe responsible. Riley enlists James to take CPR training with her for the studio.

Amanda’s true colors are exposed but the results are devastating for The Next Step. Emily catches West doing a good deed. Riley enlists James to convince a studio ex-member to come back.

Officially back together, Riley and James struggle to find their chemistry on the dance floor. Emily and West get to know each other better. Michelle gets a bolster to her confidence from an old friend.

Successful choreographer Luther Brown drops in on The Next Step to help the boys with their small group routine. Thalia and Giselle are in a rush to try to teach Michelle the Nationals routine. James gives Eldon dating advice.

The team arrives at Nationals for the first of two dates of male solo competition. Both Elite and Ladies of Destruction (LOD) appear as formidable opponents. The teams must complete a scavenger hunt to attend the opening night party with Shawn Desman.

Eldon learns he must compete against Daniel in the male solo round. Daniel’s competitiveness stains his friendships with his old teammates.

Small Groups and duets compete at the Nationals competition. James struggles with whether to include a challenging move in the small group routine.

Michelle is pitted against Amanda in the female solo round. Elite tries to sabotage Michelle’s chances to dance and Amanda wonders why her team lacks confidence in her ability to win.

It is semi-finals, the team showcases their dance that reflects the studio code - the team is stronger with all its individuals. West charms Emily with how he sees her. The dance comes to a devastating end.

The team awaits a verdict as to whether Emily can dance or whether the team has to forfeit. Awards are handed out for the top three dancers in each category of dance so far. An unexpected supporter of The Next Step offers to help.

Amanda’s bid to dance with The Next Step is accepted by the judges. It’s a showdown between LOD and The Next Step. The judges have to decide between the technical perfection of LOD and the heart and soul of The Next Step.