Professional Program

Levels: Pre-Elementary to Senior
11-18 years

The Professional Dance Program is designed for the committed and talented dance student. Younger students are introduced to the rigor and physical demands of professional training. Higher levels are designed for advanced dancers who are seriously considering a professional dance career. This ballet-based program provides dancers with a broad movement vocabulary. All classes demand high levels of physical strength, technique and discipline. This intense and demanding program requires full commitment from the students and their families.

This program requires students to attend Magee Secondary's ½ day Sports and Arts program (SPARTS) to complete their high school courses. SPARTS offers students in grades 8-12 the opportunity to compete their academic requirements in preparation for secondary school graduation and post-secondary entrance, while allowing them to maintain their rigorous dance training schedule. Access to all elements of the Professional Dance Program is granted by successful audition.

Dance auditions for the 2010-2011 program year will be held on March 21, 2010 at Arts Umbrella, Granville Island. Click here for an audition application form.

Please note: dance program registration is currently not available online. For more information, contact the Registrar: registration@artsumbrella.com