Youth Programs

Curriculums Designed to Cultivate the Artists of Tomorrow

"ONE OF MICHIGAN'S MOST WELL-ROUNDED
DANCE TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR YOUTH"

WHAT DO OUR YOUTH PROGRAMS CONSIST OF?

We specialize in assisting our youth with becoming well-rounded artists in an expedited fashion. Our curriculum was uniquely designed to instill five characteristics into the young artists, Work Ethic, Diligence, Versatility, Technical Proficiency and Presentation. We believe these life principles will aide them regardless of where life takes them. Our youth become not only talented, employable artists but productive members of society!!!

See Our Programs Below

The Artist In the Making
Program (AIM)

The Pre-Professional Level

The AIM Program was created to equip passionate, talented youth with the necessary tools to be successful in a dance career path. This one of a kind Pre-Professional Program is designed for mature teens or young adults who are incredible dancers looking to be transformed into extraordinary artists. Our cunning-edge training methods push the limits of the young artists in an effort to maximize their potential. With our rigorous curriculum, pre-professional development experiences and industry background, we are able to create artists who excel in dance and in life!!!

Molding the Artists of Tomorrow, One SKill at a Time

The members of this program meet 3-5 days a week and in that time train in a variety of styles including, but not limited to; Ballet, Hip Hop, Conditioning, Turns, Leaps & Jumps, Tap, Technique (Classic Modern & Jazz Concepts), Contemporary/Lyrical, Tumbling, Acrobatics and more. Workshops, in-studio conventions, competitions & specialty classes require additional fees.

The program includes numerous opportunities in:

Competitions & Conventions
Artist Representation/Management
Community Service Endeavors
Pre-Professional Development
Professional Dance Experience
Industry Training with Celebrity Choreographers
Introduction to Choreographing
Professionally Recorded Photography/Videography

AIM

Eminent Artist Program

The Elite Competitive Level

The young artists in this company are dedicated to becoming the best dancers they can be. Youth who are strongly interested in exploring avenues in Commercial and/or Concert Dance should take advantage of this program. It provides talented young artists with an opportunity to extensively train and compete in environments that will prepare them for such paths. This Elite Competitive Program comprised of solo, duet/trio and small group experiences is for dancers who are at the Intermediate & Advanced levels.

Experience is required to participate. Interested youth must be committed and ready to push pass their limits to exceed their wildest expectations. The young artists in this program will be equipped with the knowledge, training and more to be successful should they choose a career path in dance.

Molding the Artists of Tomorrow,

One SKill at a Time

The members of this program will attend classes 3 - 4 days a week. They are required to train in all of the styles we offer. Participants may also take advantage of a plethora of incredible opportunities similar to the pre-professional artists. They are integrated into their perspective age-appropriate groups within The YDAD Program and pay for additional opportunities this program may incur.

The program includes numerous opportunities in:

Competitions & Conventions
Showcases & Performances
Community Service Endeavors
Pre-Professional Development
Master Classes with Celebrity Choreographers
Team Building and Leadership Development Skills

Young Dance Artist Development

Young Dance Artist Development Program (YDAD)

The Competitive Level

YDAD was formed to create a positive, inviting space where youth can grow rapidly. Designed for youth who are extremely interested in dance, this program provides a stellar training structure that will guide them on a path to exceeding their potential. This Beginner/Intermediate Competitive Program is uniquely curated to be able to provide a strategic curriculum for each individual based on their goal-based needs and desires.

Experience is recommended but not required to participate. Interested youth must possess a strong desire to learn and a willingness to work hard. With time, these students will also exude the 5 main principles to success and will begin to tap into their artistry!

The Next Level Awaits...

The members of this program will attend classes 2 - 4 days a week. They are required to train in courses that are related to the styles they are selected to compete in and may choose others to supplement their training experience. Most competition-related fees are included with the tuition for this program.

The program includes numerous opportunities in:

Competitions & Conventions
Showcases & Performances
Community Service Endeavors
Pre-Professional Development
Master Classes with Celebrity Choreographers
Team Building and Leadership Development Skills

Emerging Artist Program

The Recreational Level

Comprised of non-competitive, preparatory courses, these fun classes are great for youth who are looking to explore the art of dance. The training from our dedicated, seasoned faculty molds young movement enthusiasts into dancers and introduces them to the concepts of dance etiquette, performance and movement quality and technical virtuosity. The SKILLS and values that these youth develop will aide them no matter where their aspirations lead them in dance and life. Through our strategically designed curriculum, we inspire the youth of today to become the leaders of tomorrow!

Courses meet from September to July. Select Courses will perform in our summer community showcase. Participants of those courses will be responsible for costume and other related fees.

More than Just a Dance Class

Young Artists may select as many or as few classes as they would like within their assigned level. Some classes may require director's approval. S2MS Attire & Shoes are required for participation.

We offer classes in the following styles: