The WORST seasons of The Next Step

Every season of The Next Step ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst seasons of The Next Step!

Follow the lives of a group of dancers at The Next Step Dance Studio as they train hard, rehearse and hang out. With the regional championships coming up, the A-Troupe needs to come together if they want to win and qualify for the national title.

Last Updated: 12/2/2025Network: YTV (CA)Status: Continuing
Season 4
star
7.80
5 votes

#1 - Season 4

First Aired 2/15/2016

After winning Internationals in Miami, A-Troupe has made a name for themselves in the dance world, putting The Next Step Dance Studio on the map. But their return to Regionals means the departure of beloved team-meates, forcing the team to start from scratch. A-Troupe must fight harder than ever to make it back to the top.

Season 8
star
9.00
2 votes

#2 - Season 8

First Aired 9/26/2022

A fierce rivalry begins as A-Troupe and B-Troupe battle to decide which team will represent The Next Step at Nationals. When the dust settles, one team must overcome their underdog status and prove they have what it takes to be champions, while the other decides to stop playing by anyone else's rules and show the world they are true triple threats.

Season 7
star
9.00
3 votes

#3 - Season 7

First Aired 1/8/2020

As A-Troupe speeds towards Nationals, things take an unexpected turn when a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity shakes up the studio. A-Troupe struggles to stay united as they face the biggest decision of their dance careers. Does A-Troupe have what it takes to make it on dance’s biggest stage? Will a new group of talented dancers emerge as the future of TNS? This season, all bets are off.

Season 3
star
9.00
8 votes

#4 - Season 3

First Aired 3/16/2015

The Next Step Dance Studio must overcome their own professional and personal challenges on their journey towards Absolute Dance Internationals.

Season 9
star
10.00
1 votes

#5 - Season 9

First Aired 4/7/2024

Hot off their triumphant win at Nationals, A-Troupe face their own personal challenges, dealing with loss, disappointment, and failure on the road to Internationals. But if they’re able to bounce back from their personal losses, and help each other through the tough times, they will learn what it truly means to win.