The Joffrey Workshop has been educating dancers since 1978. It is our mission to provide a welcoming space for all.
We honor Mr. Joffrey's legacy by sharing the importance of tradition in concert dance, and by creating positive and exciting learning environments for the next generation of dancers.
We've designed a process that makes it easy for you to share the positive traditions of concert dance - without ever having to leave your studio. Share the beauty of concert dance with your students - Book your workshop today!
As dancers and choreographers, we've had many beautiful experiences throughout our careers. We've also had tough moments, which is part of what has shaped our passion for a healthier approach to dance education today.
We believe it's possible to bring forward the richness and beauty of concert dance traditions while moving past the unhealthy parts we experienced.
As teachers, we strive to meet students where they are. Clarity, consent, and trauma-informed teaching are at the core of what we do, and we encourage students to be their most authentic selves in the classroom.
Our dress codes have been updated to ensure all students feel welcome and to reflect what is being implemented in professional dance companies. Additionally, our faculty partakes in continuing education and are well-versed in subjects like cultural awareness and youth mental health.
We can't wait to share The Joffrey Workshop with you!
SCHEDULE · CLASSES · AGE GROUPS · TUITION
Optimal participant response comes from two and three-day workshops, with three classes per day.
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Class techniques can be strategically combined and tailored to effectively meet the needs of your students.
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Our usual practice is to categorize participants into Juniors (ages 10-12) and Teens (ages 13-18), but can adjust the age groups based on your student body.
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We require a minimum of 30 participants. Student tuition covers expenses such as hotel, airfare, compensation, and per diem.
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Two day events are $299 per student. Three day events are $399 per student.
*Arpino Repertoire: Gerald Arpino was the Joffrey Ballet's co-founder and Resident Choreographer. We’ve partnered with The Gerald Arpino Foundation to teach portions of the ballets he created for the Joffrey Ballet. This one of a kind collaboration allows students to learn choreography usually danced by professional artists.
WHAT YOU GET:
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A studio rental fee - $50 per studio, per hour
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Compensation for a member of your staff to help us navigate the studio - $20 an hour
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A percentage of student tuition once our minimum goal is reached
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A custom media package with social media posts and captions, posters, and more
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A calendar for posting/emailing to eliminate guesswork
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A series of email templates to encourage registration
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Printed materials to distribute to your community
WHAT WE DO FOR YOU:
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Manage student registrations
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Collect tuition payments
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Communicate directly with students and their families
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Hire and oversee expert teachers
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Book hotels, flights, rental cars, etc.
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Manage teacher compensation and per diem
FOR EDUCATORS
Educators will discover practical and straightforward tips designed to enhance their dancers' technique. Participants will also explore how we can build a positive culture around ballet as an art form, enriching the overall studio atmosphere and student experience.
Discover practical ways to integrate consent/permission into your teaching methods. This session will equip you with strategies to create a respectful learning environment, fostering trust and clear communication between educators, students, and the dance community at large.
Examine the why and how behind fostering environments where students can truly thrive. Through a deep dive into topics like Culture, Inclusion, and Bias, dance educators will gain actionable insights to cultivate supportive spaces that encourage growth and celebrate diversity in dance education.