Dance Company

Our award winning Seven Hills Dance Company was established in 1985. This group is a small sector of the studio comprised of about 30 students who are selected each Spring. Members range in age from 8 to 18. Dancers must be enrolled at the studio for one year prior in order to be considered. Company offers dedicated dancers the opportunity to train at an elevated level, travel to conventions to take classes with professionals, and compete at regional competitions. They are active students participating in approx. 6-10 hours of dance weekly and choosing dance as their activity of focus.

Invitation Only

2025-26 Company

Mission & Features

• Provide opportunities to train as a team at an elevated level to improve technique and artistry.
• Instill the love of dance, learning, and performing and to create well-rounded dancers and individuals.
• Teach the importance of the process, not just the product.
• Take classes with industry professionals.
• Compete at regional competitions during the spring semester.
• Perform in annual recital and community events.
• Parties, sleepovers, and MORE to build strong friendships and skills that last far past their time at the studio.

Expectations

• Excessive absences or poor conduct may result in sitting out or dismissal.
• Consider conflicts before committing. It is difficult to choreograph and work as a team when absent.
• Pay attention, be dressed appropriately, arrive on time, and be ready to work.
• Show respect to teachers and peers.
• Join BAND app for communication. You will receive an invite link if you are in Company.
• Be enrolled in ballet, tap, & jazz at Seven Hills one year prior to auditioning and while in company. Senior Company must also be enrolled in lyrical and/or modern.
• Participate in select community events, performances, and master classes throughout the year.
• Attend Summer Camps. Register online via our Summer Camp page.
• Attend August practices: Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:00 – 7:00 PM.
• Attend Sept-May weekly practices: Fridays from 4:30 – 6:30 PM. Senior Co also practices first Sat of each month from 9:00 AM -11:00 PM. Sr Residency also practices Wednesdays before Adv Modern.
• Attend approx. three weekend competitions Feb-April. We try to attend some nearby (Roanoke) and some that may require further travel (North Carolina, DC, Maryland). We may also attend a convention that involves classes with professionals. Families are responsible for making their own hotel arrangements.

Dances

• The entire company performs a Production number each year at recital, competitions, and local events.
• Each division (Juniors, Teens, Seniors) also performs tap and jazz routines.
• Extra dances may be offered such as Senior Contemporary or Teen Lyrical.
• Solo, duo, trios by request only. Only ONE per student. Company teachers must approve. Not in recital.

Fees

Team Jacket

• Jacket with name embroidered: $65. Orders due Aug 1. Size up for longer wear if desired!
• To purchase, login to Parent Portal & choose STORE from Menu.

Company Tuition: $205 monthly via auto-pay Aug 25 – May 25

INCLUDES:

• Instruction in August, on Fridays during the year, and any applicable Saturdays
• Entry fees and costumes for production, tap, and jazz dances
• Event participation fees & convention class fees
• Combined into one monthly fee for convenience & spread out as many months as possible.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Extra dances require additional cost for entry fees, costume, & rehearsal time.
• Ex. Senior Residency is an extra $20 per month to cover entry fees & fall rehearsal time.
• Outside of company, regular class tuition will still be due which includes recital costume fees.

Hair/Makeup/Accessories to Secure:

• Hair: gel, hairspray, brush, comb, and elastics and bobby pins that match hair color.
• Stage make-up: foundation, concealer, blush, neutral eyeshadows, liner, mascara, and red lipstick.
• False eyelashes and eyelash glue: Local drugstore.
• Competition earrings: Amazon pack is cost effective & provides extras for emergencies. Pierced or Clip-On
• Nude undergarments: Nude leotard or briefs, and/or nude bra with clear adjustable straps.
• Skin-tone stirrup tights.
• Your dancer will receive a clear carrying case similar to a caboodle for their supplies.
• Some dancers may also desire a dance duffel for travel.

Solos, Duos, & Trios