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Hi parents/carers, (I hope I'm not breaking the rules on promoting this associates course). Phoenix Associates are launching further associates. They will be holding once a month Sunday Associates in Central London, Loughborough and Bristol. Students will get taught by top industry professionals from leading dance companies to West End Shows. All of their teachers are current performers. Students take classes in Musical Theatre, Ballet, Contemporary Dance, Jazz Dance and Broadway Dance. They also have some very special guest teachers lined up throughout the next school year including: Rick Tjia | Casting Director of CIRQUE DU SOLEIL Michelle Zeitlin | LOS ANGELES CASTING AGENT Janie Dee | WEST END STAR The fees are only £30 a month which includes 4 hours of workshops led by the best! All their associate students also get the opportunity to audition for their agency DSA which now works in collaboration with Michelle Zeitlins company in LA. DSA secures clients with West End gigs to Television & Movies and to opportunities in the States. SIGN UP TODAY. LIMITED PLACES. Enrolment Forms attached. Call 020 3714 3393. TEXT ‘PHOENIX’ to 07500 701 521. EMAIL info@i-path.biz Visit www.phoenix-associates.co.uk Many Thanks, David

Hi all I know there have been several questions about associate schemes and just wondered what people's thoughts are. In talking about RBS, Elmhurst , Tring BTUK, Central etc, does being in any of their associate schemes carry weight what so ever when it comes to auditioning for full time training ? Do they even take this into consideration do you think ? I mean you would say that a JA must have ' something ' to even be one so would therefore a JA get preference when it came to auditioning ? Not necessarily for the RBS but would Elmhurst say take this child more seriously ? The same applies for SA's and upper school. Or does it make no difference whatsoever ? Just interested on what other people though

DD is auditioning for LCB (1 November) and if she doesn't get in to the company she wanted to audition for Tring CBA however we may be too late sending in the application form for Tring Cba. So we were wondering does Tring CBA have a deadline for when the application forms for the audition have to be in?

I feel a bit ridiculous asking about this when everyone is so knowledgeable and further down the line from us!!!! My 8 year old DS is starting LJB associates on the 20th which he is very excited about. His teacher has also mentioned he should sign up for the RBS associate experience day. Does anyone know what it involves? Also I just had to say yes that I had asked my son's teacher to apply for LJB but for RBS experience I practically had to write down the inside leg measurement of his teachers (numbers, email, address etc) Why do they ask for so much information? Ok now I sound very "new" so sorry about the basic questions! Coniger

There seems to be quite a lot of Associates schemes around these days. I am taking my 9 year old DD to Graham Fletcher's Ballet Associates audition next Sunday. I was glad to find one outside of all the others that started at this age, so maybe this is helpful to know.

Hi is there anybody else with a DS doing Elmhurst Associates and then JA's in Birmingham?

My DD will be auditioning for LJB in September. We are new to the whole 'Associate' concept and this will be her first audition. Interested in hearing from others with more experience about what we should expect from the audition, whether LJB is a good junior programme and any others we should consider. We are London based do thinking Tring CBA, YDA and RBS JA would be worth looking at.

Hi Just wondered if there are any other parents on here that are about to start their child's new JA journey in Covent Garden in September? Would be lovely to know in advance!

Dd would do anything to have a job in later life related to dance in any way (especially ballet) and she tries to look for new things to do eg. Summer schools and master classes. I'm quite new to associates though!DD goes to her local dance school which is held in a church nearby - nothing too special!!- and her teacher hasn't suggested anything to her about associates but DD is really keen to do some. So we have signed up to RAD associates but she may not get a place! Should DD do associates anyway/audition for some? Can she attend them if her teacher hasn't signed her up to them?

This looks like a really good scheme and I was wondering if any of you wonderful people has any experience of it. What's the audition process like and how long do you wait to hear afterwards?

I'm sure I'll hear in due course but just wondered if anyone might be able to tell me what the class times for Sept 2015 in Manchester are? Trying to plan ahead and failing miserably! Thanks

Not sure if anyone else is here today but if you are good luck! The studios are amazing!!

Hi all. Was just wondering how flexible most associate classes like their students to be when they are of the age around about 12 - 13? Do they expect all splits? Full floor point? Please help as I'm not sure whether my DD is flexible enough!

I know there's probably threads for individual associates courses but I wasn't sure if there was one with multiple... basically I want to do a ballet associates course or something similar, I'm 17 and looking to apply to vocational dance school for September 2016, but I'm trying to figure out if I should bother applying to ballet schools or not! also if anyone knows of any teachers that do private lessons in hertfordshire/Bedfordshire area that'd be fab too. any other suggestions welcome

I have posted an application form for the JA but haven't heard anything back. Does anyone know when auditions are?

Chantry Dance Company’s Associate Programme is for young dancers of a pre-vocational or pre-professional level, who aspire to a career in dance. CDC Associates are taught to develop a strong technical base in ballet, contemporary and improvisation, as well as learning repertoire from major 20th and 21st century contemporary works. But the unique aspect of the programme is that students also learn CDC’s specific contemporary ballet style through working directly with the company’s co-Artistic Directors, Rae Piper and Paul Chantry, who are both international choreographers and performers having worked at venues including Sadler’s Wells, The Royal Opera House, Teatro Dell’Opera Di Roma and London’s West End. Students also are given the opportunity to take masterclasses with some of the UK’s leading contemporary dancers. This year’s guest teachers have included: Dominic North (Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures) Alessia Lugoboni (Royal New Zealand Ballet & CDC) Ian Parsons (Ballet de Monte Carlo) David Beer (Burklyn Ballet & CDC) CDC Associates have gone on to gain places at vocational schools including: Rambert School of Ballet and Contemporary Dance Trinity Laban Laines School of Theatre Arts PROGRAMME DETAILS 1) 11 monthly sessions per year Sept-July (second Sunday of each month). 2) Each session lasts 3 hours. 3) In the first half of each session, students take technique class in contemporary ballet, contemporary (Graham/Limon/Cunningham based techniques), or occasionally classical ballet. 4) The second half of each session varies. Students may learn: Repertoire - Improvisation techniques - Creative skills, including base choreographic tools - Work with company choreographers in creating original pieces - Take a masterclass with a company dancer or invitation industry professional 5) There are two associate groups based on age/experience level. 6) Open to ages 11+. 7) Held at the company’s home studio location in Grantham, Lincolnshire. 8) Selected students may be given the opportunity to perform with the company at points during the year. 9) CDC actively works to give Associates future employment and performance opportunties. This year, 2 ex-associates have joined the CDC professional company as apprentice dancers, and 4 current associates are performing small ensemble roles in CDC's UK Tour. APPLICATION Entry to the programme is by audition only. To apply for an audition please contact us, by email: education@chantrydancecompany.org or telephone: 07989 588038 PROGRAMME FEES Annual Fee: £230 Scholarships and Bursaries are available – please contact us for details. Visit the CDC website: www.chantrydancecompany.org/associate-programme

Central associates and Summer school Hi, does anyone have any experience of this? My DD is starting Prep 3 in September and also doing the summer school.

Hi Just wanted to know if anyone has knowledge of the chance of getting a place off swl - dd has swl for yr 6 London. I can't imagine places hardly ever become available which is fine, we are happy with swl and her current associates programme. But wondered if anyone knew realistically what the chances were. Thanks!

Does anybody have any experience of South East Ballet Scholars? DS auditioning on Sunday and was hoping for some info from current Scholars. Also do you know how long the results from the audition will take?

Does anyone on here attend these classes

I've applied for JA for my two daughters. Does anyone know when we get to hear dates and times for auditions? I'm just conscious the time is getting closer and I'm worried that I've missed something Thank you

Just thought I'd post as I haven't noticed anyone else mention it yet, the MIDAS audition applications are now live on their website for auditions end of May early June.....good luck to anyone auditioning Website link for anyone interested ~ http://www.midas-dance.org.uk

Does anyone know if the London SAs have had their assessment yet?

Summer School intensive Have you ever wanted to spend a week or two training in a professional Dance / Musical Theatre environment? SSA Summer School is delighted to give young dancers and performing arts students the opportunity to enhance their training and will be held at the prestigious Urdang Academy in Central London. A Number of our associate course teachers will be teaching at the summer school together with some very big stars from the stage and screen! Stinson Stage Academy Summer School and Associates provides the highest calibre of artistic education for gifted young dancers, singers and actors from around the United Kingdom, so that they can each achieve their fullest potential within dance and theatre, preparing them to go into full time college or straight into the profession. We achieve this by: ◾Providing a professional environment which fosters their artistic, intellectual and personal development of students and prepares them to go into further education or to lead a successful career. ◾SSA ensures that the most modern and classical techniques are taught to enhance the students' training which they receive at their local dance school. ◾SSA will attract and ensure that its faculty members are of the highest calibre and are currently performing in West End Productions and Dance Companies around the world and also teaching in leading conservatoires and educational establishments. ◾ We are not syllabus focused. We enhance current training through learning original choreography from the stars of the stage and also developing new and innovative choreography. SSA summer school will give you the challenge to find out what it is like to train in a professional environment. 1st Week - Classical Ballet 3rd August - 7th August 2015 from 10.30am till 4.30pm SSA Summer School offers an opportunity to dancers aged 9+ Students will be put in classes dependent on level. Classical Ballet week: Ballet is obviously at the core of the course and pupils will be grouped by age and ability. Classes may also include Pointe (where appropriate), Contemporary, Jazz and Repertoire all taught by outstanding performers and SSA teachers. Fee: £50 deposit per course secures your place. £250 for one week. £450 for two weeks. 2nd Week - Musical Theatre 10th August- 14th August 2015 from 10.30am till 4.30pm SSA Summer School offers an opportunity to dancers and performing arts students aged 9+ Students will be put in classes dependent on level. Musical Theatre week: Students will learn how to be a “triple threat”. As with the classical course, they will be grouped by age and ability. Classes may also include Commercial Dance, Contemporary, Jazz, Singing, Musical Theatre Repertoire and Acting all taught by outstanding performers and SSA teachers. Applicants can choose to attend either one, or both weeks Open to students from 9 to 21 Years Old Fee: £50 deposit per course secures your place. £250 for one week. £450 for two weeks. BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL DUE TO LIMITED PLACES To book your place, or for any queries, please contact us on email or telephone: The application form is on the website which you can obtain by following the link below. Email info@i-path.biz or call 020 3714 3393 for further information http://www.stinsonstageacademy.com/ SSA Associate Weekly Courses are by audition only and based at Arts Ed School in London, we provide weekly associate courses in Classical Ballet and in Musical Theatre every Sunday during term time for students aged from 9 - 21. We have THE most incredible faculty of teachers and stars leading workshops from some of the biggest shows and dance companies internationally! We have students in the West End and on Screen! We also have top Casting Directors who visit us regularly to audition our students for West End Shows and Prestigious Movies! SSA really is worth taking a look at and exploring! If you say never heard of them that’s because your performing friends are keeping it a secret. Take a look and you will know why ! They are ahead of the game !

CDC’s Foundation Associate Programme is for young dancers under 16 who are looking to refine and develop their ballet technique. It is suitable for those who are not quite ready to join the CDC Associate Programme, or for dancers who are already Associates who would like an additional classical ballet technique class each month. The programme aims to: * consolidate a classical ballet technique * prepare dancers for the demands of contemporary ballet technique * prepare dancers for possible entry into the full Associate Programme Classes are led by Gail Gordon (CDC’s Dance Director & West End choreographer). There is NO AUDITION required to join the Foundation Associate Programme - all we look for in our young dancers is potential, and a strong sense of dedication to the art. PROGRAMME DETAILS Date: Fourth Saturday of each month Time: 1:30pm-3:00pm Venue: Dance Pointe, Grantham Sessions: There are 11 sessions per year from September-July. Cost: £82.50 per year (11 sessions) For information and applications: Email: education@chantrydancecompany.org Tel: 07989 588038