General Info

As a professional training programme we aim to: Produce dancers of a high technical quality Train dancers in artistry, musicality and creativity Develop students’ knowledge and understanding of their own bodies as athletes Provide students with a sound understanding of the science of movement Explore aspects of anthropology, and sociology in generating movement Balance the rigorous training demands with educational and holistic needs of students Enhance the journeying of self discovery and personal identity and self expression Progress the art of dance The Objectives of our Mission Statement are implemented as follows: Practical & Contextual Training of Technical Skills & Performance Attributes Creating a practical training environment with appropriate equipment & resources that meet cutting edge industry standards New knowledge is taught through a rigorous training schedule Delivery of learning attributes in a performance context Access to professional employment opportunities Filling a niche in the Training Market that caters to the elite level in preparation for employment in the performance industry Employment skills & attributes are taught in the performance context A gradual process that matches the learner with the right type of employment opportunity, and potential audition or apprenticeship with that company. Providing extensive student support throughout High Quality Dance/Performance Skills linked to National Qualifications Working closely with dance and theatre industry representatives & advisory bodies Offering a personalised and tailored NZQA qualification alternative in New Zealand Maintaining a teaching ratio that ensures each learner has the support and focus they need to achieve the offered qualifications Alternative Education & Career Pathways Strong relationships with all stakeholders, including the entry and exit organisations that provide clear pathways for learners Individual learning plans with clear goals and milestones Audition and apprenticeship support in the wider performance industry Values We value quality holistic education, learning in, through and about movement A challenging environment where students are led by high expectations and core values Progressive teaching and learning pedagogy and cutting edge developments in movement science Restorative justice practices and an essentially non punitive system of management We operate within a system of trust, respect and understanding We are committed to creating an innovative, interactive and stimulating atmosphere Multicultural As a dance community it is our responsibility to maintain equality for all students. We are committed to cultural diversity and to maintain our specific New Zealand cultural heritage. As Maori is an official language in New Zealand we have appropriate training and assessment available in Te Reo Maori and Tikanga Maori for student needs in honor of our obligations toward the Treaty of Waitangi. It is our desire to collaborate with cultural identities to generate unique fusions of dance and new forms of movement and present these to both national and international audiences.