Instruction and Training Program
Through concentrated programming designed to move young emerging dancers forward on their dance career paths, PHILADANCO's Instruction and Training Program has two primary tracks that provide skills development and performing opportunities for youth with varying levels of aptitude who have demonstrated the desire for a professional career in dance.
INSTRUCTION AND TRAINING PROGRAM:
From September through June, this 40-week program is designed to cultivate pre-professional dancers, providing them with tools to become successful professional dancers. Teachers from across the nation provide training in core dance genres such as ballet and modern dance techniques. Participants are given free dancewear, counseling and participate in the annual Danco on Danco Concert, in which they are able to showcase their talent.
SUMMER TRAINING PROGRAM:
This 6-week program provides 5-days of training in 6 different dance genres such as African, Hip Hop and Jazz. During the months of June, July and August, young pre-professional dancers are introduced to the rigors of dance with special teachers and instructors. Summer program participants travel to local PHILADANCO performances seeing firsthand the working infrastructure of a professional dance company.
