Evjen Elite Dance Company
An award-winning competitive dance company for dancers who wish to make a special commitment to their dance education.
Elite Dance Company
Being a member of a dance company requires that dancers abide by an attendance policy, attend mandatory classes throughout the year, participate in required extra practices and regional and national competitions and performances.
It certainly takes a strong commitment and dedication on the part of our dancers and their families; however, it comes with great reward.
Our company dancers receive outstanding instruction from our staff, teachers, and choreographers. They are challenged on all levels to achieve their greatest potential. They learn to be comfortable and confident while performing on stage in front of all types of audiences, they learn the importance of teamwork, and they have a lot of fun in the process!
How to Apply
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To begin the application process, simply start by sending us an email and letting us know that you (or your dancer) is interested!
Please inquire by emailing evjenacademyoffice@gmail.com
OR CLICK HERE TO USE OUR CONTACT FORMAfter we receive your email we’ll either reply directly or set up a time to discuss the application further. We’ll ask questions about dance experience, reasons for wanting to join, and get a better feel for the general placement within the dance company.
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Depending on when you reach out you’ll either participate in yearly evaluations as part of your audition process around March of every year. Or you’ll schedule an individual audition.
These auditions help us to determine your placement within the dance company.
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Elite Dance Company invitations will be sent out within the Parent Portal. Each dancer must then sign a dacer agreement that they must agree to and sign to participate in dance company. This agreement outlines the expectations, time commitment, and dress-code for the program.
As a note: Some dances are mandatory, and some are optional; you’ll get to accept or deny certain dances based on your dancer’s schedule and needs.
Evjen Elite Dance Company Class Requirements & Recommendations
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REQUIREMENTS:
At least 1 weekly ballet technique class per week - Second solo requires an additional ballet class. (minimum 2 ballet classes for 2 solos)
1 jumps/turns/conditioning class per week (OR Jazz for Mini/Petite dancers)
At least 1 Jazz, Tap, and/or Hip Hop class (Jr, Youth, Teen & Sr dancers)
Technique class(es) in the same style of dance per each Elite dance.
*For Petite Elite and Mini Elite dancers, a minimum of one ballet and one jazz class is required (a combination ballet/jazz class is acceptable for Petites only)
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This class will focus on stretching methods to increase dancer's flexibility as well as proper warm up techniques. Injury prevention, rest & recovery, and encouragement of positive self-image will also be important elements of this class.
We highly recommend that all of our Evjen Elite students participate!
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As an Elite Dancer, our goal is to foster teamwork, endurance, and to help you be the best dancer you can be. The “Commitment Agreement” outlines these terms more plainly so that we can all work towards the same goals, holding one another to a high level of excellence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the package?
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Registration fee
Full season tuition (Sept-May) for specified number of classes
Recital photo & video
Recital T shirt
Media fees for 2 comps (our other 2 events do not charge media fees)
Studio showcase participation (with 1 parent ticket included)
Elite Group commitment/studio fees for specified number of groups
Competition entry fees for specified number of groups/comps
Embody Regionals & Embody Nationals Conference Fee (Embody Regionals offers 2 days and Nationals offers 4 days of convention classes for our dancers along with the competition and the participation fee for these classes is included in your Elite Dancer Package)
VIOLET pkg ONLY: Recital costumes for Mini recital technique classes!
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ALL solo/duo/trio fees
Additional groups
All fees paid directly to choreographer (choreography fee, rehearsal fees, costume fees)
Recital costume balances (if applicable. Most Elite level classes will not have recital dances, those that do will have costumes thoughtfully chosen to be low-cost)
Nationals competition entry fees! We have decided to bill these separately in hopes that the coming season’s fundraising efforts will cover a portion of these fees!
ACRO technique - priced separately
Leanne Line Fees - priced separately for those invited
Hotel accommodation which may be necessary for Embody regionals & Nationals
My dancer is not part of the Evjen Elite Dance Company. Can I still select one of these packages?
No. These packages are specially designed for our Elite Team, as they include many fees only applicable to those dancers!
Our registration form and pricing information for recreational dancers can be found HERE. If you’re interested in learning more about what it takes to join our award-winning dance company, click HERE!
What if I don’t want to take 7 technique classes, but my dancer is invited to 5+ Elite groups? Can I swap out technique classes and add more groups instead?
We encourage our dancers to prioritize their technical training and therefore have structured or packages to include more technique than Elite groups. We understand everyone’s schedule, finances, and goals are different though! We recommend starting at the package with the minimum number of technique classes you’d like, and then add any additional technique classes or elite dances à la carte! Technique classes/Elite dances cannot be swapped out to fill the package as their pricing is not interchangeable.
What are my payment options?
We offer many!
Pay in full for the biggest discount
Two equal payments
Monthly payments (10 month or 12 month plan)
Or semi-monthly payments (occurring twice a month)
