Tatara Fujita is a timid middle school student with no specific plans for the future. He has managed to get by by avoiding confrontation and keeping a low profile. However, staying unnoticed is not enough to avoid trouble, as some bullies extort money from him. Fortunately, a man named Kaname Sengoku comes to his rescue. Kaname invites Tatara to his dance studio. Although Tatara would normally never enter such a place, he is drawn to Sengoku's commanding presence. Given the chance to dance with his classmate Shizuku Hanaoka—who frequently practices at the studio—Tatara discovers that the prospect of being in the spotlight and performing in front of others is what keeps him returning. Driven by a sincere and passionate desire to improve, Tatara embarks on his journey into the world of competitive dance.