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Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro
Season 1 · Episode 1
The Journey Begins: Technique with Derek Hough
0.044mJuly 13, 2026
Host Robert Irwin challenges 12 exceptional dancers to the ultimate audition for a pro spot on "Dancing with the Stars." Judges Shirley Ballas, Mark Ballas and Derek Hough test jive and samba techniques, with the weakest pair eliminated.
Episodes
- Episode 1The Journey Begins: Technique with Derek Hough
- Episode 2Stories Without Words: Storytelling with Brandon Armstrong
- Episode 3You're Only as Strong as Your Weakest Link: Group Work with Britt Stewart
- Episode 4Bring on the Intensity: Chemistry with Jenna Johnson
- Episode 5Wow Moments with Daniella Karagach
- Episode 6But Can You Teach? Coaching Superfans with Witney Carson
- Episode 7Paired with the Pros: Semi-Finals with Kym Johnson
- Episode 8The Final Step: Finale with Derek Hough and Witney Carson