Dance coaches Victor and Angel begin the season with a jazz number; Victor falls ill; Susan encourages her daughter.

Lucas is made the star of the group performance; Susan's outbursts put a damper on the studio; Hannah and Sammy must work to prove themselves.

Angel and Victor create a powerful group number based on the dancers' uncertainties; Brigette and Susan side with Abby and turn on Debi.

A duet brings out issues between the girls and their mothers; Kimmy must portray a sinister character in her solo performance.

The mothers lose trust in Victor and Angel's methods; Susan wonders if the choreography was too artistic; Victor doubts Mayra's ability.

Sammy and Jessi join with Hanna for a trio; Abby pulls Sammy from practice early; Susan becomes upset.