Dance in L.A. – Month
Dance Program
DANCE IN L.A.
Our Dance in L.A. program is for serious U.S. and international dancers, 18 and up, who want to train in the heart of the hip-hop/commercial dance scene. You must be passionate, focused, and ready to push yourself across styles, choreographers, and top L.A. studios. This is a curated experience—we hand-pick our dancers.
LIVE IN L.A.
You want to dance in L.A.—but where will you stay? Our dancer dorm is the perfect space for you to feel at home while you train. It’s safe, clean, and quiet, designed to give you the comfort and space you need to focus on your art. You’ll instantly connect with other dancers, share rides to class, and explore the city together. We also offer fun, optional cultural outings, and you’ll find a tight-knit support system, so you’re never far from a helping hand. While we provide structure to support your dance journey, there’s plenty of room for you to enjoy your own time and make the most of your experience here.
EXPERIENCE L.A.
Beyond daily dance classes, you’ll explore both tourist favorites and local gems:
Santa Monica, Hollywood Blvd, Venice Boardwalk, the Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios, Beverly Hills, a pro photoshoot—and more. Dance is the focus, but the city becomes your playground.
Dance In L.A.-
Month FAQ
Dance In L.A. – Month Summary
Dance and live in Los Angeles!
This is the ONLY program that gives dancers a month (28 days) of dance classes, dancer dorm, coordinated activities to see the real Los Angeles, a built-in friend group (dancers need a posse!), and a strong support network of experts in dance who know this fabulous city very well.
The purpose of this dance program is to help you see if L.A. is for you, if a dance career is for you, but in a kind, safe, loving and familial way.
We take care of housing (the biggest cost in L.A.), dance classes, Metro, and activities. This way you come ready to dance and explore without having to worry about housing, how to get around, what fun things to do, and you’ll have automatic friends with the other dancers in the program. L.A. can be tough to navigate and we want to help make it easy…and fun!
Dance Dorm
Housing in Los Angeles is insanely expensive. It is also extremely hard to get. We wanted to create a clean, safe home for dancers in L.A. So, we have created a small, brand new dance dorm just for our program dancers!
Activities
We will also do a ton of fun activities to explore Los Angeles, both touristy and local hot spots. You’ll explore everything from Hollywood Walk of Fame, Santa Monica, Universal Studios Venice Boardwalk, downtown districts, and classes at other studios. Plus locals only hot spots from the best roof-top views, freestyle dance sessions, Instagram spots and the best places to shop.
Selective Group
At this time, we only accept four dancers a month. Space is purposely limited to maintain a comprehensive dance training schedule.
Cost
Los Angeles is an expensive city. Period. But, we’ve created the most economical program to help dancers dance!
SELECTION
We choose our dancers based on their passion for dance.
1.You should have a minimum of two years of hip hop/commercial dance experience and be able to do the choreography of your favorite choreographer -full out. This is NOT a program designed for true beginners, those who have not taken a hip hop class. Dancers come to L.A. for hip hop.
2.You will be asked to provide a video submission.
3.We Zoom interview every dancer. It is a super fun and informal chat about dance, L.A., our program and YOU!
4.English level: We do not care about perfect English. But, you must have a basic command of English, and be able to communicate with the dancers, choreographers, etc. We don’t want you to miss out on anything and we want you to have a memorable experience with us. The program is actually a highly effective, organic way to improve English language skills! The Zoom interview is conducted solely in English.
5.We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, religion or orientation.
PROCESS
Fill out the inquiry form
1.We will schedule the mandatory Zoom interview/super fun chat
2.We accept you into the program
3.Create an L.A. Cultural Exchange account
5.Fill out and upload the application and forms
6.Upload your flight and health insurance information
7.Group What’s App group to go over schedule, rules, dance etiquette, packing, activities, etc.
PLEASE NOTE: You have 15 days to fill out the application after the interview and acceptance into the program. If not, you will lose your spot.
STUDIOS
You will be given dance class passes/a credit card to the following:
.20 Millennium classes
.5 TMilly classes
.5 Playground LA classes
.5 Movement Lifestyle classes
.And a $250 card to spend on master classes and classes outside of the class pass studios.
.You will also have a total of four private classes in the mornings on week two and three with The Gentle Ladies, working professional dancers and creators.
Spend your afternoons and evenings at Millennium Dance Complex, TMilly, The Playground, Movement Lifestyle, Mihran Studios, Eighty Eight Studios, etc., home to the most sought-after choreographers in the world. Dance alongside some of the best dancers, some who’ve danced with your favorite celebrity. To get a true idea of the commercial dance world, you must spend your time training in Los Angeles.
DANCE CLASS SCHEDULE
What classes will I take?
To start, you are given the apps and dance class passes so you can see the class schedules.
You, the other dancers and the dance captain choose the classes. We are a dance democracy. You sit down weekly to make a dance schedule. However, you will go over the schedule daily so you don’t miss any pop up, workshop or intensive.
Do I go to dance class alone?
WEEK 1: You go all together so you can see how to get to the studios and the vibe.
WEEK 2-4: You can all go together or you can split up in groups to take class at different studios.
ADVICE: There are A LOT of classes to choose from. TAKE EVERYTHING. TRY EVERY STYLE. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF YOUR MONTH !
ACTIVITIES
What activities will we do together? We have created a sample calendar that shows SOME of the activities we will do as a group. They are some of the fun touristy spots that everyone should experience. But we understand that dance comes first and most scheduled activities can be adjusted. Also, there are so many more fun things happening in Los Angeles and things pop up all the time. Each dancer group will get their own calendar of activities prior to arrival.
DANCE CAPTAIN
Our dance captain is a former dancer in our program who is kind and helpful. She volunteers to help dancers with questions about what it’s like dancing in L.A. She’s been in your shoes. It’s nice to have someone to talk to who can relate.
NOTE: We are here on earth to help each other. Dancers help other dancers. We show love, respect and compassion for each other. This is your dance family.
DANCER DORM
In order to solve the insane housing shortage and high price issue, we’ve created a dancer dorm. It’s just easier. It gives dancers a safe, clean, quiet space all together.
We are currently offering a dancer dorm for only four dancers. It is a brand new open space studio with wi-fi, vaulted ceilings, fully equipped kitchen, bathroom with walk-in shower, super fast cooling and heating system, keyless entrance, and weekly housekeeping all in a safe, quiet neighborhood.
WHERE IS THE DORM LOCATED?
Our dancer dorm is in the quiet, residential Lake Balboa neighborhood in the center of the San Fernando Valley region of L.A.
DO YOU PROVIDE FOOD?
No, you take care of buying your own food. There are plenty of stores around for all diets and tastes within walking distance from the dancer dorm.
WHAT DO YOU PROVIDE IN THE DANCER DORM?
We provide all pots, pans, appliances, dishes, etc. in the brand new, fully equipped kitchen.
We provide bed linens, dish soap, toilet paper, robot vacuum, etc.
We also provide a weekly housekeeper!
IS THERE LAUNDRY?
There is a coin laundry two blocks from the dorm. The housekeeper washes bed linens.
PRICE AND DATES
How much will it cost to spend a month in L.A. dancing?
Price: $3998.00
(28 days living in Los Angeles so you can focus on dance.)
WHAT DOES THE PROGRAM INCLUDE?
.50+ dance classes: dance class passes, dance credit card, privates
.Dance dorm – bed linens, fully equipped kitchen, weekly housekeeping
.Group activities to explore L.A. (Universal Studios, Venice Beach, Santa Monica, Hollywood sign, etc. See Activities FAQ.)
.Photo Shoot
.Transportation: a month unlimited METRO pass.
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN THE PROGRAM?
.Airfare
.Airport transfer (Flyaway is recommended)
.Mandatory health insurance
.Cell phone
.Towels
.Food for dorm
.Pocket money – shopping, coffee, tacos, etc.!
IT IS MORE ECONOMICAL AND FUN TO COME WITH A PROGRAM!
When can I come dance?!
Our 18+ L.A. Dancer program runs March-November only. You arrive on the 1st and depart on the 29th. We only accept four dancers per month.
WHAT:
Application and $300 nonrefundable deposit
Payment
Cancellation for refund minus nonrefundable deposit and any processing fees
WHEN:
15 days after interview/acceptance
45 days before arrival
1 month before program start
FAQ PDF
Download the full FAQ for the L.A. 18+ Dancer program with L.A. Cultural Exchange.
Click on link below:
<<18+ L.A. Dancer FAQs>>
Dance In L.A.-
Month FAQ
Dance In L.A. – Month Summary
Dance and live in Los Angeles!
This is the ONLY program that gives dancers a month (28 days) of dance classes, dancer dorm, coordinated activities to see the real Los Angeles, a built-in friend group (dancers need a posse!), and a strong support network of experts in dance who know this fabulous city very well.
The purpose of this dance program is to help you see if L.A. is for you, if a dance career is for you, but in a kind, safe, loving and familial way.
We take care of housing (the biggest cost in L.A.), dance classes, Metro, and activities. This way you come ready to dance and explore without having to worry about housing, how to get around, what fun things to do, and you’ll have automatic friends with the other dancers in the program. L.A. can be tough to navigate and we want to help make it easy…and fun!
Dance Dorm
Housing in Los Angeles is insanely expensive. It is also extremely hard to get. We wanted to create a clean, safe home for dancers in L.A. So, we have created a small, brand new dance dorm just for our program dancers!
Activities
We will also do a ton of fun activities to explore Los Angeles, both touristy and local hot spots. You’ll explore everything from Hollywood Walk of Fame, Santa Monica, Universal Studios Venice Boardwalk, downtown districts, and classes at other studios. Plus locals only hot spots from the best roof-top views, freestyle dance sessions, Instagram spots and the best places to shop.
Selective Group
At this time, we only accept four dancers a month. Space is purposely limited to maintain a comprehensive dance training schedule.
Cost
Los Angeles is an expensive city. Period. But, we’ve created the most economical program to help dancers dance!
SELECTION
We choose our dancers based on their passion for dance.
1.You should have a minimum of two years of hip hop/commercial dance experience and be able to do the choreography of your favorite choreographer -full out. This is NOT a program designed for true beginners, those who have not taken a hip hop class. Dancers come to L.A. for hip hop.
2.You will be asked to provide a video submission.
3.We Zoom interview every dancer. It is a super fun and informal chat about dance, L.A., our program and YOU!
4.English level: We do not care about perfect English. But, you must have a basic command of English, and be able to communicate with the dancers, choreographers, etc. We don’t want you to miss out on anything and we want you to have a memorable experience with us. The program is actually a highly effective, organic way to improve English language skills! The Zoom interview is conducted solely in English.
5.We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, religion or orientation.
PROCESS
Fill out the inquiry form
1.We will schedule the mandatory Zoom interview/super fun chat
2.We accept you into the program
3.Create an L.A. Cultural Exchange account
5.Fill out and upload the application and forms
6.Upload your flight and health insurance information
7.Group What’s App group to go over schedule, rules, dance etiquette, packing, activities, etc.
PLEASE NOTE: You have 15 days to fill out the application after the interview and acceptance into the program. If not, you will lose your spot.
STUDIOS
You will be given dance class passes/a credit card to the following:
.20 Millennium classes
.5 TMilly classes
.5 Playground LA classes
.5 Movement Lifestyle classes
.And a $250 card to spend on master classes and classes outside of the class pass studios.
.You will also have a total of four private classes in the mornings on week two and three with The Gentle Ladies, working professional dancers and creators.
Spend your afternoons and evenings at Millennium Dance Complex, TMilly, The Playground, Movement Lifestyle, Mihran Studios, Eighty Eight Studios, etc., home to the most sought-after choreographers in the world. Dance alongside some of the best dancers, some who’ve danced with your favorite celebrity. To get a true idea of the commercial dance world, you must spend your time training in Los Angeles.
DANCE CLASS SCHEDULE
What classes will I take?
To start, you are given the apps and dance class passes so you can see the class schedules.
You, the other dancers and the dance captain choose the classes. We are a dance democracy. You sit down weekly to make a dance schedule. However, you will go over the schedule daily so you don’t miss any pop up, workshop or intensive.
Do I go to dance class alone?
WEEK 1: You go all together so you can see how to get to the studios and the vibe.
WEEK 2-4: You can all go together or you can split up in groups to take class at different studios.
ADVICE: There are A LOT of classes to choose from. TAKE EVERYTHING. TRY EVERY STYLE. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF YOUR MONTH !
ACTIVITIES
What activities will we do together? We have created a sample calendar that shows SOME of the activities we will do as a group. They are some of the fun touristy spots that everyone should experience. But we understand that dance comes first and most scheduled activities can be adjusted. Also, there are so many more fun things happening in Los Angeles and things pop up all the time. Each dancer group will get their own calendar of activities prior to arrival.
DANCE CAPTAIN
Our dance captain is a former dancer in our program who is kind and helpful. She volunteers to help dancers with questions about what it’s like dancing in L.A. She’s been in your shoes. It’s nice to have someone to talk to who can relate.
NOTE: We are here on earth to help each other. Dancers help other dancers. We show love, respect and compassion for each other. This is your dance family.
DANCER DORM
In order to solve the insane housing shortage and high price issue, we’ve created a dancer dorm. It’s just easier. It gives dancers a safe, clean, quiet space all together.
We are currently offering a dancer dorm for only four dancers. It is a brand new open space studio with wi-fi, vaulted ceilings, fully equipped kitchen, bathroom with walk-in shower, super fast cooling and heating system, keyless entrance, and weekly housekeeping all in a safe, quiet neighborhood.
WHERE IS THE DORM LOCATED?
Our dancer dorm is in the quiet, residential Lake Balboa neighborhood in the center of the San Fernando Valley region of L.A.
DO YOU PROVIDE FOOD?
No, you take care of buying your own food. There are plenty of stores around for all diets and tastes within walking distance from the dancer dorm.
WHAT DO YOU PROVIDE IN THE DANCER DORM?
We provide all pots, pans, appliances, dishes, etc. in the brand new, fully equipped kitchen.
We provide bed linens, dish soap, toilet paper, robot vacuum, etc.
We also provide a weekly housekeeper!
IS THERE LAUNDRY?
There is a coin laundry two blocks from the dorm. The housekeeper washes bed linens.
PRICE AND DATES
How much will it cost to spend a month in L.A. dancing?
Price: $3998.00
(28 days living in Los Angeles so you can focus on dance.)
WHAT DOES THE PROGRAM INCLUDE?
.50+ dance classes: dance class passes, dance credit card, privates
.Dance dorm – bed linens, fully equipped kitchen, weekly housekeeping
.Group activities to explore L.A. (Universal Studios, Venice Beach, Santa Monica, Hollywood sign, etc. See Activities FAQ.)
.Photo Shoot
.Transportation: a month unlimited METRO pass.
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN THE PROGRAM?
.Airfare
.Airport transfer (Flyaway is recommended)
.Mandatory health insurance
.Cell phone
.Towels
.Food for dorm
.Pocket money – shopping, coffee, tacos, etc.!
IT IS MORE ECONOMICAL AND FUN TO COME WITH A PROGRAM!
When can I come dance?!
Our 18+ L.A. Dancer program runs March-November only. You arrive on the 1st and depart on the 29th. We only accept four dancers per month.
WHAT:
Application and $300 nonrefundable deposit
Payment
Cancellation for refund minus nonrefundable deposit and any processing fees
WHEN:
15 days after interview/acceptance
45 days before arrival
1 month before program start
FAQ PDF
Download the full FAQ for the L.A. 18+ Dancer program with L.A. Cultural Exchange.
Click on link below:
<<18+ L.A. Dancer FAQs>>
