This program is designed for students ages 4-19 that want to train with company to gain the same knowledge but are not yet ready to make the commitment required for company nor are ready to compete. Our Apprentice program is also for dancers that want to train to better prepare themselves to potentially be on company in the future. (Apprentices do not compete)

Sparks Academy Dance Company Elevate is for dancers ages 12-19 (Teens/Seniors) who are looking to be more than a recreational dancer but would like less of a time commitment than what our other competition teams require. This company is for those who would like to be heavily involved in extra curricular activities outside of studio dance. The studio works around the dancers outside schedule when planning rehearsals, competitions, and any other extra events in able to make sure the students commitment to their extra curricular activities is not compromised. Extra curricular activities come first on SADC Elevate.

Sparks Academy Dance Company is for those who want to make studio dance their priority. This company is open to all levels from ages 4-12. Outside schedules will be taken into account, but directors will not guarantee conflict of schedules if involved in other extra curricular activities. SADC is for those that are committed to their studio training. Studio dance (including competitions) comes first on SADC.

•Minis (Firecrackers) - Ages 4-5

•Petites (Sparklers) - Ages 5-9

•Juniors - Ages 9-12

SADC Protégé is designed for dedicated dancers ages 9 and up who are eager to elevate their passion and commitment to dance. This program focuses on refining technique, expanding skills, and progressing toward the next level of training. With a structured, age-appropriate progression, the program increases in commitment each year, incorporating advanced technical training, heightened rehearsal expectations, and participation in conventions and competitions. SADC Protégé is for dancers who are ready to prioritize their growth at The Sparks Academy. This company is by invite only and requires a strong dedication to both training and performance.

Sparks Academy Dance Company Elite Pre-Pro is for those who want to take their passion for dance to the next level. This company is for dancers 12 and up that are looking to expand their knowledge and skills to a pre-professional level. This competitive company is for the dancer who aspires to achieve the highest level of dance performance and who may be interested in pursuing the college or professional dance worlds. Our elite pre-pro company program is designed to offer an age appropriate commitment level that builds upon itself with each continuing year. The commitment grows both with hours of technical instruction and rehearsal expectations and also with the amount of convention and competitions that each dancer is required to attend. This company is for the serious dancer who is willing to make dance at The Sparks Academy their top extra curricular priority. This company is by invite only.