Session Description

Our Advanced Professional Training Program is for the serious/full-time dancer aged 15yrs+ who is training to improve technical ability and artistic performance. This program offers young dancers the opportunity to showcase themselves as part of a Corps de Ballet or as a Soloist or Principal Dancer in our seasonal performances/productions. Students gain experience similar to that of a professional ballet company, working together with choreographers, professional artists and directors to produce full-length ballets throughout the year. An audition is required to evaluate physical, mental and emotional attributes needed for classical ballet together with a healthly medical history. All Advanced students are required to complete the ISTD Imperial Classical Ballet Vocational examinations during their five year training period. Select students are offered the opportunity to participate in provincial, national and international competitions and represent the school on a global platform. Advanced students benefit from additional training in: Plyometrics, Pas de Deux and Contemporary Ballet Choreography. At this level of training these aspects of dance and cross-training are essential for the progression of development for dancers pursuing a professional career. The program is divided into two levels: – Level 5 (Advanced 1 or similar) – Level 6 (Advanced 2 or similar) Most students spend two years in each level before graduating in their final year at 17/18yrs. Advanced students in their graduating year are prepared and encouraged to audition for Post Graduate, Trainee and Company positions around the world. Our faculty is proactive in assisting final year students with suitable options for audition in person or via video.