EXISTANZ WINTER INTENSIVE

January 2–11, 2025 • 1:00–5:00 PM Daily
Los Angeles, CA

OVERVIEW

The Existanz Arts Winter Intensive is a focused 10-day training program designed for pre-professional dancers seeking elevated technical development, artistic refinement, and real-world career preparation.

As a nonprofit arts organization, our mission is to provide accessible, high-quality training that uplifts and prepares young dancers for success in both concert dance and the commercial industry, ensuring they become versatile, disciplined, and confident performers.

This program is ideal for dancers ages 12+ who are ready to commit to growth and excellence.

DAILY SCHEDULE

Existanz Winter Intensive — Summary Schedule (Website Version)

January 2–11, 2025 • 1:00–5:00 PM Daily
Select evening or extended sessions listed below.

Daily Core Training (1:00–5:00 PM)

Each day blends technical training, artistic development, and industry preparation across both the Concert and Commercial tracks.
Dancers rotate through a curated schedule designed to build strength, technique, versatility, and performance quality.

Weekly Training Overview

Saturdays — Technique Foundation

Stretch & Strength • Ballet • Pointe • Pas de Deux

Sundays — Performance & Rhythm

Jazz • Tap • Hip Hop

Mondays — Classical Technique

Stretch & Strength • Ballet • Pointe

Tuesdays — Contemporary Artist Day

Hip Hop • Jazz • House Dance

Wednesdays — Technique Anchor

Extended Ballet Training • Pointe • Contemporary

Thursdays — Performance & Rhythm

Contemporary • House Dance • Jazz

Fridays — Artistry + Industry

Contemporary • Industry Insider Workshop

Showing — Sunday, January 11 3:00 PM

Dancers present the work they’ve developed throughout the intensive, highlighting both technical growth and artistic range.

Training Release

A full detailed schedule will be provided to all registered dancers.

📍 Location

January 5–8 will be held at Stomping Ground LA
Additional days and exact locations will be announced soon.

TRAINING STRUCTURE

The Winter Intensive is built on two parallel tracks that merge into a well-rounded, technically grounded, and artistically versatile dancer.

CONCERT TRACK

Rooted in classical and contemporary technique.
Students will train in:

• Ballet Technique

• Pointe (when appropriate)

• Contemporary Dance

• Pas de Deux Foundations

• Stretch & Strength Conditioning

Focus areas:
✔ Line, placement, control
✔ Musicality and phrasing
✔ Contemporary expression and groundedness
✔ Partnering elements and spatial awareness

COMMERCIAL TRACK

Designed to prepare dancers for auditions, professional environments, and industry expectations.
Classes include:

• Jazz Technique

• Hip Hop

• House Dance

• Rhythmic Clarity & Musicality

• Audition Preparation

• Industry Etiquette + How to Maintain the Job

Focus areas:
✔ Performance quality
✔ Speed of pick-up
✔ Style versatility
✔ Professional presentation

TEACHING ARTISTS

All teaching artists are professional dancers with extensive backgrounds in either the concert world, the commercial industry, or both.
Their collective training represents Broadway, touring productions, ballet companies, contemporary companies, TV/film work, and major performance venues.

Each faculty member brings:

• High-level discipline

• Personalized corrections

• Expertise in their genre

• Real-world mentorship

• Guidance on auditions, mindset, and professional sustainability

PROGRAM GOALS

By the end of the 10-day intensive, dancers will:
✔ Strengthen technical foundations
✔ Build versatility across genres
✔ Gain confidence in performance and self-presentation
✔ Learn professional audition etiquette
✔ Understand what it takes to work and maintain longevity in the dance field
✔ Increase artistry, stamina, and mental preparation
✔ Experience professional-level coaching in a supportive environment

FINAL SHOWING

Sunday, January 11, 2026 • 3:00 PM
Family, friends, and supporters are invited.

Students will present a curated showing demonstrating:

• Ballet & contemporary work

• Jazz & Hip Hop foundations

• Excerpts from repertory created throughout the intensive

• Group choreography developed in class

The showing provides dancers the opportunity to celebrate growth, practice stage presence, and share their artistry.

TUITION

• Early Registration: $350

• Regular Registration: $450

Scholarships or partial aid may be available based on nonprofit funding and community support.

🎓 Scholarships

Existanz Arts is a nonprofit organization committed to making high-quality dance education accessible.
Limited scholarship positions are available.
To inquire, please email: info@existanzarts.org
Subject line: Winter Intensive Scholarship Inquiry

WHO SHOULD JOIN

This intensive is ideal for dancers who are:
✔ Preparing for auditions (high school, college, summer programs)
✔ Strengthening technique over winter break
✔ Seeking individualized corrections
✔ Wanting exposure to both commercial and concert training
✔ Interested in pursuing dance professionally

REGISTRATION

Secure your spot below.
Limited enrollment ensures personalized attention and a professional, focused environment.

ABOUT EXISTANZ (NONPROFIT)

Existanz Arts is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing transformative, accessible dance education that cultivates discipline, empowerment, and artistic excellence.
Our mission is to support young dancers as they grow into purpose-driven, confident, and well-equipped artists.