Youth Exchange

What is Youth Exchange?

In a supportive, inclusive, and youth-centered environment, Youth Exchange introduces young people to creative dance and movement basics. Youth will build collaboration and leadership skills as we explore the process of making and performing dances. Youth Exchange is led by Youth Programs Lead Artist Corina Iona Dalzell.

What can young movers expect?

• Checking in to reflect on how we’re feeling that day and get to know each other 

• Getting moving with a physical warm up or game that can be adapted to all bodies and abilities

• Improvising and making creative choices during a creative warm up

• Creating solo, duet, or larger group dances

• Sharing our dances and practicing our skills for being an audience member and giving feedback 

Youth Exchange is guided by participants’ interests and may weave in visual art, music, poetry and other art forms in addition to dance. At the end of the session, we’ll stitch together what we’ve created into a performance shared with family, friends, and community members. 

What is the tuition for Youth Exchange?

Early Bird Prices

Full year: $530 (by August 18)
Fall: $280 (by August 18) 
Spring: $300 (by December 8) 

Regular Prices

Full year: $610 (after August 18)
Fall: $322 (after August 18)
Spring: $345 (after December 8) 

Limited scholarship opportunities are available. If price is a barrier for your family, please let us know in your registration or reach out to registration@danceexchange.org. 

Can my young person try out a class before we register?

Yes! Class is FREE on September 11. Additional drop-in sample classes are available for $20, paid at the door, on:

Fall Session: September 18
Spring Session: January 8, January 22

Drop-in class fees will count toward registration if you register for the full session or year.

Refund Policy

If you cancel your registration before or on the Early Bird Deadline, you will receive a full refund. If you cancel your registration after the Early Bird Deadline but before the first class, you will receive a 50% refund. No refunds are given after the first class of the session. If your young person would like to try out a few classes before committing, see Drop-In Sample Class information above. 

COVID-19 Policy

To keep our intergenerational community safe, masks and social distancing are encouraged during Dance Exchange classes. Read our updated COVID-19 policy here.