THE NEXT STEP is back for a brand new season! The dancers are still feeling the excitement of winning regionals and with that they start to prepare for the national competition.
While on a date, Eldon asks Michelle how they are going to tell the rest of The Next Step that they are now an item. Michelle is really proud of how the team is working together and fears that news of the new relationship will set off the balance. They both agree it would be best to wait to announce their relationship.
The team feels closer than ever after their win and to celebrate they hold a party. Everyone from B-Troupe to A-Troupe to J-Troupe is there!
During the party, Daniel walks in and everyone is ecstatic to see him able to walk again. This means there are now 11 people on the troupe, but only 10 are needed!
Later on, Emily walks into the party and the countdown for drama begins. Emily decides to announce to the party that not only are she and Eldon no longer dating, but also now Eldon and Michelle are dating. Their cover is blown!
Beth still has strong feelings for James even though he is dating Riley. She catches him by surprise when she says that she loves him. Riley quickly notices Beth flirting with James and decides to step in and pull him away.
Meanwhile, Kate tells Eldon, Michelle and Emily to step into her office. This love triangle is putting nationals at risk for the team! She makes them promise that they will put everything behind them and focus on nationals.
During regionals pictures, Amanda from Elite walks in to audition for The Next Step?! The team learns that between regionals and nationals you have the power to change your dancers to ensure that you win. Dancers from other programs can come and audition and then the best will be chosen.
Meanwhile, Chris has some important news for Kate. He has been offered a new job and is going to accept. Kate is sad but understands that this will do amazing things for him.
After Amanda leaves, Emily and Michelle consider “The Challenge” to ensure that in the end they do have the best group of dancers to work with.
What does “The Challenge” mean for A-Troupe? Find out next week on THE NEXT STEP, Fridays at 7:30 p.m. on Family Channel!