The Next Step: Season 4
Season 4 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of The Next Step Season 3.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 4 Progress Shield
One More Time (1)
Feb 15, 2016
Miss Kate and the Next Step dancers hold an Open House to welcome prospective new dancers to the studio. Meanwhile, some veteran A-Troupe members say their farewells as they prepa
Stir It Up (2)
Feb 19, 2016
Auditions for A-Troupe get underway, and Amanda and Eldon make big decisions. Meanwhile, Skylar and Cierra demonstrate their sisterly devotion to one another when they make a pact.
Heads Will Roll (3)
Feb 26, 2016
Guest choreographer, Stephanie, challenges the dancers at the afternoon auditions.
Welcome To The Jungle
Mar 4, 2016
The new A-Troupe dancers are revealed, and Piper decides to form a club with her nervous fellow newbies; Riley is offered the opportunity of a lifetime, and Cierra and Amanda both
Square One
Mar 11, 2016
Riley assigns a trio competition to prepare for the first Regionals qualifier. Amanda and Michelle are threatened by Richelle.
London Calling (1)
Mar 18, 2016
West receives a mysterious package from London, England, which leads to a big surprise for the bros. Noah and Amanda collaborate on a song.
Runaway
Apr 1, 2016
Riley learns that Alfie is hiding a big secret, and his future at The Next Step is in jeopardy. James, West, and Eldon arrive in London, England for the Bangers & Mashups Internati
Dancing with Myself
Apr 8, 2016
Noah's rehearsal prompts a discussion about which trio should be showcased to represent The Next Step. Meanwhile, Michelle wants Alfie to help her bolster her concentration skills
Simple Twist of Fate (1)
Apr 15, 2016
As A-Troupe dances at the Qualifier, Amanda struggles to find the right time to share her feelings for Noah, while Noah continues to hide his back injury.
On the Rocks (2)
Apr 22, 2016
After the studio competes at the qualifier, Riley reconsiders her position as studio head. Noah and Amanda grow closer, but his back injury might get in the way.
Knowing Me, Knowing You
Apr 29, 2016
Noah reveals how he feels about Amanda. LaTroy and Sloane get into a fight after he receives an invitation he can't refuse.
The Game Belongs to Me
May 6, 2016
Michelle's competitive side is on full display when she's pitted against Piper to compete at the qualifier. LaTroy seeks out Amy's help to be the best dancer he can be.
I Can't Go For That
May 13, 2016
Riley gets invited to an exclusive gala, and has to decide who to invite as her date. Skylar struggles to find her place on A-Troupe.
I Only Have Eyes For You
May 20, 2016
Amy makes LaTroy a proposition, but things get complicated when Sloane discovers new feelings; West and Eldon have an adventure in London.
Love Will Tear Us Apart
May 27, 2016
Michelle and Riley have a lunch date and take a walk down memory lane; Noah, afraid of losing his spot on A-Troupe, continues to hide his back troubles.
Nobody's Fault but Mine
Jun 3, 2016
Riley considers removing the team from competition because of a change in the qualifier rules. Meanwhile, the guys go on the hunt for Eldon's missing phone in London; and Sloane ha
Your Time Is Gonna Come
Jun 10, 2016
The guys compete in a hip-hop event in London. Elsewhere, Riley and Alfie's bond intensifies; and Noah's hidden injury begins to hurt the team.
How Deep Is Your Love
Jun 17, 2016
Alfie considers Noah's health problems and surprises Riley with a plan for the qualifiers. Meanwhile, Amanda and Noah open up to one another; and LaTroy makes an unexpected decisio
Heat of the Moment
Jun 24, 2016
Auditions for the qualifier duet have added significance in the wake of Noah's diagnosis. Meanwhile, LaTroy plots to salvage Sloane and Amy's friendship; and Alfie opens up to Rile
Kiss and Tell
Oct 15, 2016
Piper has trouble keeping a secret. Meanwhile, Amanda learns a secret skill from Henry; and an undesirable task is given to Amy and Sloane.
Rumour Has It
Oct 19, 2016
Piper gives Riley an ultimatum to tell James about her kiss with Alfie and Riley struggles to decide what to do.
Here Comes Your Man (1)
Oct 28, 2016
Amanda's cousin Cooper shows up to visit the studio and notices the tension between Riley and Piper.
Tainted Love (2)
Nov 4, 2016
Riley tells James about the kiss. West and Eldon battle at the Bangers and MashUps competition in London. Noah and Amanda struggle with the next step in their relationship.
A Fool In Love
Nov 11, 2016
Riley asks James for some space to sort out her feelings for Alfie and Alfie misinterprets where Riley is at.
Karma Police
Nov 25, 2016
Emily shows up to help Riley get The Next Step to Regionals, but she has to make some hard choices to do it.
Only You
Nov 25, 2016
Emily and Riley choose a dance captain and deal with the qualifier duet.
Shake it Off
Mar 17, 2017
Riley makes a mistake with Alfie and tries to make it up to him.
Bold As Love
Apr 7, 2017
Alfie asks Riley to go on a trip. She does, but not where he planned.
The Edge of Glory
Apr 21, 2017
The team prepares to leave for regionals. Cassie is made the alternate dancer but still tries to help the team.
Even Better Than the Real Thing (1)
Apr 28, 2017
The team competes in the first round at regionals but it is not what they expected.
Don't Stop Me Now (2)
May 4, 2017
The Next Step competes in the sudden death trio round. Michelle pushes herself before the trio dance in order to be ready.
Livin' On A Prayer (3)
May 12, 2017
With Sloane disqualified and Michelle injured, the team does not have enough dancers to dance in the final.
A Change Is Gonna Come (4)
May 19, 2017
Now that Alfie is back, the team is able to compete in the Regionals final. But when Michelle shows up ready to dance, Riley has to make a heartbreaking decision.