The Elev8 Technique Lab and Elev8 Acro Lab are designed specifically for dancers interested in being considered for the 2026–2027 Elev8 Competition Team.

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Instead of traditional auditions, dancers will participate in a pre-placement evaluation prior to the start of the summer labs. This evaluation allows our staff to assess each dancer’s current technical ability and place them in the most appropriate training group for the summer progression series. Participation in summer training does not guarantee placement on the Elev8 Competition Team.

 

Lab groups will be organized based on both age and skill level to ensure dancers receive the most effective training environment.

 

Potential training group levels include:

Mini Lab (Ages 4–5)
Rising Lab (Ages 6–8)
Junior Lab (Ages 9–11)
Elite Lab (Ages 12+)

Additional or adjusted groupings may be created if enrollment and skill levels require more individualized training groups. Final lab placements will be determined following the evaluation process.

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To maintain strong instruction and individualized corrections, class sizes will be intentionally limited.

• Technique Lab classes are capped at 10 dancers per group
• Acro Lab classes are capped at 8 dancers per group

These smaller training groups allow dancers to receive focused feedback and maximize skill development throughout the 6-week progression series.

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Recommended Training Path:
Dancers pursuing competition placement are encouraged to participate in both the Elev8 Technique Lab and Elev8 Acro Lab to maximize their training and skill development during the summer progression series.

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Participation in the Elev8 Technique Lab is required for dancers who wish to be considered for the 2026–2027 Elev8 Competition Team. These labs serve as our primary opportunity to evaluate dancer growth, commitment, and readiness for competition choreography and team placement. Final company placements will be determined following the completion of the summer training series.