APA Elite Program

Elite Program

The art of ballet is over a 600 years in the making and its tradition and discipline has endured because of the beauty, strength, and passion found within every tendu and plié. APA is very excited to offer our students the opportunity of our Elite Program which is designed to help our students grow in this art form at every level. This has been created for select students in pursuit of a pre- professional training experience. Curriculum requirements include technique, pointe, ballet character, variations, musical theatre, contemporary, jazz and various stretch and strengthening classes.

This Elite Program is for dancers who seek a career in dance or are wanting to compete. This program will give more opportunities for assessment, and chances to compete regionally and nationally at YAGP (Youth America Grand Prix), private lessons and choreography/technique workshops, we seek to support these students in their pursuit.

Requirements

Competition Requirements: (age 13+) 10+ hours per week, (ages 9+) 7+ hours per week

  • In addition, dancers are encouraged to take at least 2 lower level classes per week.

  • Participation in all of our productions is required.

  • Enroll in YAGP class (once a week)

  • Commit to Rehearsal Schedule that includes some during the holiday break.

  • Dancers transitioning into the Elite Program can be taking higher level classes if so appropriate. This is at the sole discretion of the Director. Dancers making this transition are encouraged to take 1-2 specialty classes each week as well.

Youth American Grand Prix (YAGP)

Students in this program will have the opportunity to compete at YAGP, which is an international ballet scholarship competition. Regionals are in Seattle in Jan. and applications need to be completed in July. This is very highly competitive competition and requires complete commitment to the time and energy needed to be successful.

If you would like more information about joining our Elite Program please email us.