A new era of Dance Moms begins as the next generation of the Junior Elite Competition Team from Studio Bleu hits the stage.

Dance Moms is back at one of the most prestigious dance studios in the country, with a new demanding teacher, and eight new dedicated mums who will stop at nothing to push their kids to the top of the pyramid on their journey to stardom.

When Glo gambles on putting Audrey on pointe in a difficult ballet routine in Atlantic City, no one can predict the shockingly unlucky turn of events at competition. Meanwhile, Ashlan is assigned a solo to defend her spot on the team.

Audrey gets benched after her injury and Tammi ghosts the team. Glo considers bringing in a new dancer, sparking fear throughout the studio. Meanwhile, when frenemies Domenica and Roxce go head-to-head over their daughters' trios it gets personal.

Recovered from her injury, Audrey plans to reclaim her top spot until Glo brings in new dancer Gina. Emotions run high after Glo cuts a dancer from the group dance. Meanwhile, Mina is forced to grow up and say goodbye to her best friend.

With Nationals in mind, Glo makes Gina a member of the team and will cut anyone who isn't delivering. Smiley and Leilah's spots at nationals are in jeopardy. While the stress of the competition causes Ashlan to reach a breaking point.