INTENSIVE COMPETITIVE DANCE TRAINING
Dance Discovery’s Company Program is our most intensive competitive dance pathway, designed for dancers who are ready to pursue a higher level of technical training, performance, and commitment.
Company dancers train in an accelerated learning environment with an emphasis on strong technique, discipline, artistry, teamwork, and continued individual growth. Dancers are challenged to work toward a high standard while developing the skills and habits required in a competitive team environment.
Because Company requires a significant commitment from both dancers and their families, enrollment is by recommendation and assessment rather than registration alone. Dance Discovery considers each dancer individually to help determine whether Company is an appropriate fit and where the dancer can experience both individual and team success.
Please EMAIL the director to discuss program placement* prior to completing your registration.
*students are required to have current ballet, jazz and acro training in order to proceed with a company assessment or discuss program placement
PERFORMANCE TEAM OR COMPANY?
Dance Discovery offers two pathways for dancers interested in competitive dance.
Performance Team provides dancers ages 6–16 with competitive experience and a more flexible weekly training schedule. Depending on their level and selected disciplines, Performance dancers may train between 1–7 hours per week.
Company is the more intensive competitive pathway. It is designed for dancers who are ready for a greater training and team commitment and who have demonstrated the technical, physical, emotional, and social readiness required for the program.
Families who are interested in competitive dance but are not yet ready for the commitment of Company may find that Performance Team provides an appropriate next step.
IS COMPANY RIGHT FOR MY DANCER?
Company may be appropriate for dancers who are eager for more intensive training and consistently demonstrate the focus, work ethic, attendance, teamwork, and willingness to receive correction required in a competitive environment.
Technical ability is only one part of readiness. Dance Discovery also considers whether a dancer is prepared for the physical, emotional, and social demands of the program. Placement is intended to support both the individual dancer and the team as a whole.
Families should also consider the commitment involved. Competitive Company training extends beyond attending weekly classes and includes choreography, rehearsals, competitions, performances, and other team responsibilities throughout the season.
Not sure whether your dancer is ready? Read Is My Child Ready for Competitive Dance?
COMPANY PLACEMENT & ASSESSMENT
Enrollment in Company is available by recommendation. New dancers with previous competitive or intensive dance experience may contact the Dance Discovery Director to discuss an assessment.
Dance Discovery assesses dancers individually before determining Company placement. Class schedule and program cost depend on the level in which a dancer is placed and are provided following assessment.
Dancers interested in Company must have current training in ballet, jazz, and acro before proceeding with a Company assessment or discussing program placement.
