Competitive Program

SynergyComp, the Competitive Program at Synergy Space under the Direction of Katy Love, guides pre-professional dancers ages 8 through 18 in exploring, developing, and deepening their individual artistic, technical, and performance abilities within a supportive and balanced community structure to cultivate bold, authentic, intentional artists.

As a SynergyComp dancer, developing artists have the ability to participate in solo, duet, trio, and/or group work in disciplines/styles of their own choosing, providing both flexibility and control over the intensity of their participation and the direction of their focus and training. Additionally, both dancers and their parents/guardians are a part of the decision-making process in selecting choreographers, inclusive of both Synergy Space Collaborators as well as guest artists, and event scheduling for the season.

Dancers can expect a competition/performance schedule of one regional event per month Dec/Jan through May of each season, with the option of attending additional events of their choosing.

Ultimately, the goal of SynergyComp is to provide individualized, student-based focus within a unified group learning environment, primarily utilizing the excitement and thrill of the competition and convention platform to hone their skills while also developing an understanding of how that particular environment is situated within the larger framework of the dance field and how to translate what they learn from their competition/convention experiences into the vast landscape of professional-level work.

CLICK HERE for a pdf of SynergyComp Info & Requirements or see below.

PREREQUISITES

  • Dancer must be at least 8 years of age by December 31, 2024.
  • Dancer must be training at an intermediate level or above in the areas of Ballet, Contemporary/Modern, and Jazz.

Audition Information

Audition Class:
📅 Monday, June 23, 2025
 🕕 8-10 yrs @ 5:00-6:30pm | 11+ yrs @ 6:30–8:00pm
📍 Synergy Space Studio

Video Auditions due by Sunday, June 22, 2025 for out-of-town dancers.
🎥 Submit a 2–3 minute performance or style compilation to katy@synergy-space.org.

REQUIREMENTS

Program Requirements

  • Age & Training:
    Must be 8 by Dec 31, 2024; Intermediate+ in Ballet, Contemporary/Modern, and Jazz.
  • Age 11+ Summer Training:
    Minimum 2 weeks of summer intensives at Synergy Space.
    Weekly SynergyComp class Tuesdays, July 5 – Aug 9 (7-8:30pm).
  • Age 8-10yrs Summer Training:
    Minimum 2 hrs weekly summer classes at Synergy Space.
    Weekly SynergyComp class Tuesdays, July 5 – Aug 9 (7-8:30pm).
  • Choreography Week:
    August 18–29. All choreography complete by Oct 1, 2025.
  • Age 11+ Fall–Spring Classes:
    Required weekly: Ballet, Contemporary/Modern, Jazz, L.E.T.T, and Cross-Training.
  • Age 8-10 Fall–Spring Classes:
    Required weekly: Ballet and Jazz
  • 🗓️ June 23, 2025 – 8:00pm
     Required Dancer/Parent Meeting (Zoom option available)

Rehearsals:
Age 11+ yrs -> Wednesdays (2 hours) and occasional Saturday mornings.

Ages 8-10 -> Saturday morning 12-1:30pm

Solos/duets/trios must rehearse at least 1 hour/month.

ATTENDANCE POLICY

  • Dancers must report all absences prior to class/rehearsal as soon as possible via phone or email (email preferred). 
  • If a dancer is unable to participate in class or rehearsal due to illness, injury or any other reason, they are expected to attend and observe class. (Please use discretion as to the degree of illness.)
  • Dancers must attend all in-studio, stage, and dress rehearsals for performances. (Dancers will be excused for emergency and extenuating situations only.)
  • Two late arrivals for class or rehearsals counts as one absence. “Late Arrival” is qualified as after the teacher has commenced instruction; not to begin before scheduled start time of the class.
  • Classes: Two consecutive or three random absences from a registered class per semester will result in dancer’s revocation of ability to perform in the next scheduled performance or participate in the next scheduled company event. 
  • Rehearsals: Two consecutive absences from rehearsal will result in dancer’s revocation of ability to perform in the next scheduled performance or participate in the next scheduled SynergyComp event. Three random absences will result in a reconsideration of the dancer’s participation in the Competitive Program. Dancers must attend the final rehearsal prior to a performance in order to perform. Any dancers who are absent during any portion of choreography for a piece will not be choreographed into that piece. Places cannot be held for missing dancers.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION

Competitive Program dancers/parents are responsible for all regular tuition and associated fees incurred from classes, intensives, and workshops/masterclasses in addition to the following considerations:

Studio Fee: Covers director’s travel for events (varies by event).

Tuition: Regular class rates apply.

Choreography Fees: $350–$1000+ per dance (divided for groups).

Monthly Admin/Rehearsal Fee: Shared among participants (announced after acceptance).

Costumes: Billed in September.

Competition/Convention Fees:

Solo: $145–$175 per event, Group: $45–$60 per dancer, per piece, Convention: $250–$300 per dancer

CODE OF CONDUCT

SynergyComp dancers and their parents/guardians are representatives of and often leaders in the Synergy Space Community. Their demeanor, attitudes, and actions in and out of the studio environment can be seen not only as a reflection of themselves as individuals, but a reflection of the Synergy Community as a whole. The dynamic created by the energy and attitude of each individual dancer, as well as their parents/guardians, not only governs the cohesion, development, and success of the group itself, but also permeates the overall dynamic of the Synergy environment. It is imperative that each dancer hold themselves to the highest level of integrity, and that each parent acts to foster and exemplify the awareness of and appropriate behavior given these circumstances. 

DANCER & PARENT EXPECTATIONS:

  • to conduct themselves in a mature and professional manner when involved in any Synergy related engagement and/or when acting as a representative of the community. 
  • to encourage an environment of inclusion, equity, diversity, support, maturity, and respect for all individuals.
  • to address any feelings of concern or troubling situations with the SynergyComp Director as soon as reasonably possible. 
  • to be respectful toward all others, both in their presence, as well as outside of their presence, in the studio, as well as other environments. 
  • Parents are expected to be supportive of their dancers, as well as other dancers, and actively encourage and demonstrate maturity in all situations. 
  • Dancers and parents are expected to encourage each other to embrace appropriate conduct at all times. 
  • Dancers are expected to act as productive and contributing members of the dance community at large. 
  • Dancers and parents are expected to be solution and growth oriented, and handle all situations accordingly. 

PROHIBITED BEHAVIOR:

  • No criticism of self or others with the intent to diminish or devalue.
  • No statements comparing the value or superiority of dancers, faculty, studios, choreography, etc. 
  • No gossiping/spreading of rumors.
  • No bullying. 

If you have any further questions or needs, please don’t hesitate to reach out – katy@synergy-space.org