INTRO

The Bachelor programme 'Training' aims to help the student gain insight in the technical foundations mostly rooted in Western traditions and ideas of contemporary dance which actively includes other voices and approaches. Specific to the P.A.R.T.S. approach is the combination of ballet and release technique, a focus on physical awareness, theatre and musical abilities, creative development and theoretical reflection.

The BA Training Cycle is aimed at students aged between 18 and 25, who want to become a professional dancer and/or choreographer. The school aims to strengthen and enrich their dance skills in the broadest sense, to expose them to professional working practice under the guidance of experienced artists and teachers, and to support and nurture their creative voices. Key considerations are to teach and encourage students to think, to research, and to communicate; and to develop an open mind and a caring attitude.

The Training Cycle does not offer separate sub-programs for dancers and choreographers. Both ‘technical information’ and ‘conceptual content’ (if one can make such general distinctions) are important for future dancers and choreographers alike, and it is up to the student, with the school’s help, to work out an individual pathway that is tailor-made to reflect both their current needs and their longer-term goals.

A BA Training cycle graduate can go on to be either a dancer, a choreographer or a dance maker. They may end up in a company, in a temporary project, or working alone. They may be in permanent employment, or be a nomadic freelancer. But whatever path they decide to take, they will need a clear personal profile, based on professional knowledge and skills, as well as on the choices that they make from a wealth of opportunities.

For a very large part of the program, all students follow the same trajectory (often different teachers work in parallel groups on the same topics). At the end of the 2nd year and in the 3rd year, some periods offer divergent parallel options, allowing students to choose what suits their interests and development best.

Since all teachers at P.A.R.T.S. are guest teachers, their teaching takes place in blocks of 2-8 weeks, 4 or 5 sessions per week.

STUDY GUIDE

The study guide for the cycle 2022-2025 is available here.
This guide is only referential.
The study guide for 2025-2028 still needs to be adjusted and will be ready before the final audition in April 2025.