Full-Time Competitive Dance Programs in Vaughan

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The Performing Dance Arts Full-Time Competitive Program is a demanding and rigorous program offering the highest caliber of dance training available today.

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If you are selected to be in a competitive team, this is what to expect:

  • Mandatory fall conventions; all company dancers must attend and pay for workshops
  • Dancers train on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for a total of 9 – 15 hours depending on company
  • In-studio guest workshops; guest teachers may be brought in for extra classes
  • In-studio Ballet examinations; if applicable
  • In-studio Jazz & Tap examinations; if applicable
  • 4 to 5 mandatory competitions in April & May; possibility of a National Competition in July for some students
  • Entry fees and choreography fees
  • There is no additional charge for the choreography of 4 large groups
  • Costume deposits – the first deposit of $500.00 is due by October 1st; the second deposit of $500.00 is due by November 1st; competitive costumers are approximately $150.00 – $350.00 each
  • All company dancers will require PDA flight suits and uniforms
  • Optional fundraising opportunities available