Arts Canterbury - Venture Program

Venture Program Details


The purpose of the Venture Program, which runs in conjunction with our existing Classic Program, is to offer a similarly rich opportunity to have high-caliber dance instruction at Canterbury High School for students who are just beginning their journey.  It is not too late to start dancing with us!  In this Venture Program, we will teach students the fundamentals of technique from the beginning, and these will be the tools to build your dance vocabulary and confidence.

The Venture Program, although rigorous, is balanced with a holistic approach to dance that teaches young dancers to care for themselves in a safe space while achieving their dance goals.

Application Information


We welcome candidates for positions in our Venture Program for grades 9 and 10 only this year.

  1. Appy between Nov 11th - Dec 2nd 2024.
  2. Register for your visit to Canterbury Dance to observe dance classes and participate in a hip- hop workshop.  The available dates for this mandatory participation are in January or February 2025 (exact date TBD).  
  3. Complete your written “Expression of Interest”. This should be a single-page letter outlining why you want to attend the CHS Venture Dance Program and outlines why you think you would be a good fit for the program. Organization of your ideas should be clear and there should be evidence of proofreading.

What To Expect During Your Visit


Candidates will be greeted warmly by our faculty and will notice our CHS dance classes taking place concurrently.  During their stay, candidates will observe ballet and modern dance classes.  Candidates will also participate in a hip-hop workshop.  We want candidates to experience learning dance in our facility while receiving lots of direction and feedback.  We are looking for candidates with a high level of engagement and strong learning skills.

WHAT TO WEAR


Candidates for the Venture Program are encouraged to wear a t-shirt with athletic shorts, sweatpants or leggings.  No tank tops please. It is recommended that hair be tied back off the face so it does not interfere with your learning.


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