FUSION DANCE COMPANY 2024-25


 

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to offer professional dance training in all genres of dance to young, aspiring dancers. We strive to offer frequent and abundant opportunities that will enhance their dance knowledge and training. We work as mentors to dancers and nurture them in a positive learning environment. We provide ample opportunities for all dancers to perform and compete with dance as an art form.

Goals & Purpose

The main objective to Fusion Dance Company is to give dancers who want to take dance to the next level the training, guidance and opportunities to do so. The Company program is designed to encourage individual progress through their dance education, providing accelerated technical training and numerous performing opportunities. The Company also serves as a guide for older dancers on their path toward a professional dance-related career or college. We will achieve these goals by requiring that each dancer trains in weekly technique classes and rehearsals, participates in performances, attends professional dance conventions and maintains a passion and love for the art of dance!

 
 

Mini Fusion

1st Grade - 3rd/4th Grade

Mini Fusion focuses on building the well-rounded dancer, and introduces the competition environment. Dancers will learn all styles of dance and compete choreographed routines with the company. This young group of dancers will be exposed to all genres of dance with accelerated training, so they may build the foundation of the proper technique and skill set. Mini Fusion also focuses on building good self-esteem, understanding of teamwork, attention to detail, self-awareness, and the beginning stages of time management and accountability. Dancers will learn routines that keep them active and loving what they do!
NOTE: depending on the season, many times we may create 2 Mini Fusion groups based on age and experience. We call them “Mini Stars” and “Mini Crew!” We love new dancers joining our dance family and this age is a great time to become a part of Fusion!

Weekly Classes:
Jazz technique, Ballet, Tap, Hip Hop, Rehearsal. Additional classes available include Acro, Lyrical/Contemporary, Turns & Tricks.

Performances: Holiday show, HYPErbole, Local events, NBA Sacramento Kings Halftime performance.

Competitions: 2 required competitions, invitation to attend additional conventions with the company year round.

Routines: Dancers will learn and compete 2-4 group dances per season. Solos, duos, trios, small groups are based on invitation and approval.

FDC Commitment: August 2024 - May 2025.

Requirements: Placement audition is required. Dancers must attend 4-Day Fusion Boot Camp August 12 -15 (all 4 days, no exceptions). Highly encouraged to attend all summer master classes provided for training.


Fusion Dance Company

4th Grade & Up

FDC members are dancers who desire an accelerated training program in various styles of dance with quality training for competitive dance. Dancers will focus on weekly training, choreography, performance opportunities, and convention/competition events throughout the season. Dancers must be in at least 4th grade to be considered for company. Company members are expected to have good attendance, work ethic, attitude, and dedication to their training.

Jazz/Contemporary Requirements: Jazz Technique, Ballet, Jazz/Contemporary rehearsal.

Hip Hop Requirements: Hip Hop skills training and rehearsal.

Tap Requirements: Tap Technique, Tap rehearsal.

Extra: Production rehearsals, Acro training, Master classes w/ guest teachers.

Performances: Holiday Show, HYPErbole, Local events, Believe, Sacramento Kings Halftime.

Competitions: 3-4 required conventions/competitions.

FDC Commitment: August 2024 - May 2025.

Requirements: Placement audition on 6/5 required. Dancers must attend 4-Day Fusion Boot Camp August 12 -15 (all 4 days, no exceptions). Highly encouraged to attend all summer master classes provided for training.

FUSION Pro - A Pre-Professional Company

FPro is an intense training program for dancers who desire a path toward a professional career in dance. These selected members will focus on multiple conventions throughout the season, intense weekly classes, outside guest teachers, personal goal-setting, choreography courses, and more to enhance their training. This is a serious commitment by the dancer and family. Dancers must possess advanced technical skill, show serious work ethic, and be a positive team member to be considered. FPro is for dancers in their teens, and therefore competing in the teen or senior categories. FPro dancers will be sent a letter with an invitation to meet regarding the season.

Jazz/Contemporary Requirements: Jazz Tech, Ballet, Adv. Jazz Progressions, Contemporary and Jazz rehearsal.

Hip Hop Requirements: Hip Hop rehearsal.

Tap Requirements: Tap Tech, Tap rehearsal.

Extra: Weekly pilates, production rehearsals, video projects, monthly goal planning, choreography courses, attend all master classes with guest teachers.

Performances: Sacramento Kings Games, Holiday Show, HYPErbole, Believe, Local Events.

Competition: 3-4 competitions throughout the season.

FPRO Commitment: August 2024 - May 2025.

Requirements: Dancers must attend 4-Day Fusion Boot Camp August 14 -18 (all 4 days, no exceptions). All summer master classes are required for training.


Overview Schedule of Events & Performances:

June 5: Auditions (all dancers must attend auditions to be considered for company in the 2023-2024 season).

August 12-15: Mandatory Fusion Boot Camp (for all Minis, FDC, FPro)

August 19: Fall Classes Begin

December 15: HYPE Holiday Dance Review 2024

January 6: Spring Classes Begin

June 6-7: HYPErbole 2025 Dance Recital


Requirement for all Fusion Members

  • Fusion Dance Company runs the whole school year Aug. 2024 - May 2025.

  • Team work and a positive attitude is a must. Fusion members must be encouraging and supportive of each other and always contribute to a positive team environment. We are one company of dancers no matter our differences.

  • Dancers must have excellent attendance in all required classes. Dancers may not miss rehearsals, scheduled competitions, conventions, and performances.

  • Fusion is an accelerated training program for dancers that want to progress and master their dance technique and skills. All Fusion dancers must be committed to working hard and being dedicated to their craft!

Please contact us if you’d like more information on Fusion Dance Company.