The Next Step
Season 5
2017 • 20 Episodes
Since losing at Regionals, A-Troupe is once again the underdog, but that won’t deter them from getting back to the top. As many dancers leave to pursue their goals and dreams, former dance captain Emily steps in to take control of the studio. But her strict regime isn’t welcomed by everyone and the studio quickly divides into two. Only one team can make it to Regionals and it’s a full out battle between East vs. West.
Episodes
1. The New Regime
May 28, 2017
Shot in the style of a reality show, 'The Next Step' follows a group of dancers who go to "The Next Step Dance Studio", a place where they can compete in dance competitions and strive to do their best. As the A-Troupe dancers prepare for the regional dance com
2. Go West, Young Michelle
June 2, 2017
Michelle, dissatisfied with Emily's dance studio philosophy, starts her own team, TNS West, and discovers some surprising new talent.
3. Dance, Lies and Hoverboards
June 9, 2017
A self-trained dancer, Kingston, must prove himself to keep his spot on Michelle's new troupe.
4. Leon Me
June 16, 2017
TNS East hires a guest choreographer, Leon Blackwood, to teach a Hip Hop workshop and TNS West shows up to join in.
5. It's All Fun and Games...
June 23, 2017
After being assigned a duet, Noah struggles to find the chemistry on stage with Richelle because of his feelings for Jacquie.
6. No Good Deed
July 7, 2017
Piper's determination to help Amy get on to A-Troupe has a surprising outcome. Things start to heat up with Noah and Jacquie.
7. Heathers
July 14, 2017
TNS West needs two more dancers to round out their team, and Piper thinks she may have found the perfect new recruit.
8. 12 Hour Party People
July 21, 2017
TNS West throws a dance-a-thon fundraiser, which is attended by some exciting guest stars.
9. A Tale of Two Eldons
July 28, 2017
In advance of the TNS East/West face-off to determine which troupe will represent the studio at regionals, Michelle's troupe gets their tenth and final dancer. Michelle thinks her dreams have come true, but her new member could turn out to be her worst nightmare. Eldon double-books himself as choreographer for TNS East and West, and struggles to keep his commitment to both. Things between Lola and Jacquie get complicated when their team's featured soloist is chosen.
10. United and Divided
August 11, 2017
When TNS East and TNS West have a dance-off to determine home studio advantage for the coming battle, Elliot reveals his true colours.
11. East Meets West
September 13, 2017
Emily has a secret weapon in the dance battle to determine which troupe will get to represent The Next Step at regionals.
12. Brave New World
September 20, 2017
Kingston and Ozzy think there's something suspicious about Elliot's generosity, and discover he's hiding a shocking secret.
13. Civil War
September 22, 2017
When the tensions between TNS East and TNS West reach an all-time high, Miss Kate is forced to make a drastic decision.
14. Stand Together or Fall Apart
September 27, 2017
Piper and Amy develop a secret plan to get back on the road to regionals. Jacquie is tempted to leave the studio.
15. This Changes Everything
November 8, 2017
Piper and Amy's secret plan is put into action, as the dancers rally to unite the studios under one banner.
16. Stand and Deliver
November 15, 2017
With troupe united, it’s time to elect a new dance captain. Piper helps Amy to find the strength she needs to finally have an honest conversation with her mother. Heather is asked to perform a task for Emily, but is tempted to bail on it when she sees a chance to be one of the gang.
17. Oh Brother! Why Art Thou Here?
November 22, 2017
Josh's brother, Adam, shows up at the studio unannounced with surprising news. When Zara realizes her split focus is affecting her chances at a coveted solo, she is forced to choose between her two passions. Heather and Piper feel their lack of hip hop skills could hurt the team, and they enlist Henry's help to turn things around.
18. I Have a Vision
November 29, 2017
With the deadline for the Regionals qualifier video looming, The Next Step scrambles to perfect their routine in time.
19. Snap Decision
December 6, 2017
Lola strives to stop Richelle from making a huge mistake. Noah and Jacquie struggle in their new roles on A-Troupe. Ozzy missteps when the team is counting on him most.
20. Pointe of No Return
December 13, 2017
The Next Step's hope of going to Regionals hinges on today. Richelle makes a horrifying discovery. Piper tries to work up the courage to ask out her crush.