The Company Program focuses on educating young people to strive for their personal best in anything they want to accomplish. We offer young people the opportunity to:

  • Participate in physical activity and fitness training that enhances understanding of the value of a healthy mind and body
  • Develop confidence when speaking or making a presentation in a public setting
  • Discover the results of hard work and determination towards a personal goal
  • Gain a sense of organization and balance and in life by learning to manage their commitments to both dance and academics
  • Work with mentors who are dedicated to the students’ growth and success inside and outside of the studio
  • Enjoy friendships and develop bonds with peers that could last a lifetime
  • Gain a sense of belonging to extended family of fellow dancers, teachers, and parents
  • Develop a lifelong appreciation for the performing arts

MINI COMPANY REQUIREMENTS

As part of the JLSD Mini Company, dancers must:

  • Be registered in one full season class
  • Attend 45 minutes of Company rehearsal per week
  • Participate in Sunday rehearsals from January to March
  • Attend the occasional Thursday evening rehearsal the night before a competitive event

PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES

As part of the JLSD Mini Company, dancers will have the opportunity to perform at:

  • 2-3 local competitive events
  • The annual Company showcase
  • The annual year-end recital