
vi·tal·i·ty
/vīˈtalədē/
the state of being strong and active; energy.
Introducing Vitality Dance Company!
What is Vitality Dance Company?
VDC is an award-winning dance company for the experienced dancer ages 9 and up. Our mission is to create an elite group of dancers that value not only community involvement through performance and volunteer work, but also through expanding their knowledge and appreciation of the arts. We want to open these dancers to the world of dance outside our studio doors and let them experience classes with master teachers as well as a chance to compete with their team.
Audition Dates: Friday, August 1st & Saturday, August 2nd
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Friday, August 1st – Jazz Combo Learning Day (Time TBD)
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Saturday, August 2nd – Audition Day (Time TBD) – Includes Ballet, Jazz, & Contemporary Improv
- Audition Registration Deadline: Wednesday, July 30th
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Dancers must arrive 30 minutes prior to their audition time to warm up on their own.
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For more information please contact us via email or by phone.
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Audition Requirements:
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Must be 9 years of age or older as of Jan. 2026
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If they are under 9 years of age, they may audition if they have completed one year on VDC Prep
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Must complete a 15 hour Punch Card & the Ballet Intensive to audition in August
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$30 Audition Fee & VDC Application due at the time of audition
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2025-2026 VDC Company Members will be announced within 24 hours.
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All new company members will be set up a one on one parent/dancer meeting with Ms. Jade prior to the first rehearsal
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When are auditions and what are the requirements?
NEW this Year: VDC Collective
We’re launching a new program for dedicated younger dancers (4th - 6th grade) ready to push their training to the next level. To be eligible for the VDC Collective, dancers must also be a member of Vitality Dance Company.
What to Expect:
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VDC Collective dancers will take a weekly technique/choreography class
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VDC Collective dancers will compete an additional competition routine
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VDC Collective dancers will attend a required Spring Convention
How to Audition:
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Dancers will indicate interest during the VDC audition registration process
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Dancers will be selected for the Collective during the VDC audition
Expectations of a VDC Team Member
Competitions/
Conventions
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VDC will have the opportunity to attend multiple dance conventions through out the year. Some of the conventions will have competition opportunities for solos, duets, trios and small groups. Conventions are optional for all our dancers.
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VDC members will attend 3 - 4 group competitions per year
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While most events are local, a few may require travel to nearby cities.
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VDC Collective, Team Evolve, and Team Soar will attend and compete at a Spring Convention
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Optional: solos, duets, trios, and convention attendance
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Class Requirements
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Must take 3 classes at PAD during the 2025-2026 School Year. One of which MUST be Ballet.
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Members can only compete in a genre they take class in. (EX: Must take Hip Hop to compete in a Hip Hop routine. Must take Tap to compete in a Tap routine)
Rehearsal Requirements
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Company rehearsals are held on Saturday or Sundays.
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Company members will rehearse THREE to FOUR times a month.
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Company members will receive a schedule two months at a time to allow for planning etc.
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VDC company members must notify the director/instructor of any absences for company rehearsals by email or phone. Absences need to be kept to a minimum.
Solo/Duet/Trio Requirements
(Optional)
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Must be approved by Ms. Jade
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Choreography Rate: $75–$100/hr (3-hour minimum), Cleaning Rate: $50/hr
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2 self-scheduled 30-min rehearsals/month
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Studio Fee: ~$10/half-hour
Uniform & Required VDC Attire
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VDC Backpack - $50- $100
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VDC Jersey - $50 - $55
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VDC Jacket - $75 - $95
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VDC Team Shirt - $20
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Rehearsal attire: Proper dance attire. No Running Shorts!
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Leotard (any color), Hot Shorts, Leggings
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Hair pulled back
VDC Fees & Tuition
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VDC Tuition: $75/month (covers 3–4 rehearsals/month)
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Costume Fee: $75–$90/routine
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Competition Entry: $65–$80/routine
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Media Packages: $30–$50/event
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Guest Choreography: Partial fee covered by PAD; remainder split by dancers in routine