The Missouri Dance Team Association is dedicated to advancing dance teams in the state of Missouri to a higher level in their actions on the court/field, in the classroom, and within their community.

MDTA encourages the growth and improvement of dance teams throughout the state by:

• Providing competitive and noncompetitive events which will challenge the talents of its members and their teams.
• Supporting the principles and standards established by the NFHS and MSHSAA.Encouraging the growth of sportsmanship.
• Affording members helpful communication channels with one another and the Board.
• Allowing members the opportunity for annual evaluation of MDTA events, procedures, and communication.