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6075 N. Hagadorn, East Lansing, MI I 517-225-0096 I manager@spartandancecenter.com
Spartan Dance Center
PLEASE TEXT YOUR DANCER/NINJAS NAME TO 517-225-0096 FOR IMPORTANT STUDIO INFORMATION INCLUDING CLOSURES.
Spartan Dance Company is our competitive program offering 5 program levels based on age and desired commitment level. Each program is audition-based to ensure proper placement for your dancer.
Auditions take place each year in late spring, early summer. If you have missed our auditions, don’t worry, just reach out! We are always looking to meet new dancers to join our team. Our staff will work to design a plan to meet your dancer's goals!
Which team is right for my dancer?
Little Spartans
Ages 5-7
Little Spartans is for children who love to dance and are looking for more than a recreational class offers. This program is ideal for the beginner to intermediate dancer who is looking to begin their journey in the competitive dance world.
Dancers take class 2 times per week, and compete one competition Jazz dance. Our Little Spartans structure provides an age appropriate commitment while fostering the love of dance.
Minimum Weekly Class Commitment:
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2 day a week program
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Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Acro technique
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1-2 competitive dances
Competitive Performance Commitment:
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3 Regional Competitions
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End of season recital
Pre Company
Ages 7-8
Pre Company is for the dancer looking for top instruction with SDC’s Company teachers and competition opportunities and who are ready for a little more than our Little Spartans level. Dancers will expand the learning, growth and technique gained in Little Spartans or recreational classes by adding additional class and competition opportunities. PreCompany dancers take class 3 days a week, will compete a Jazz and a Tap routine, and will perform a ballet dance in the spring recital.
Minimum Weekly Class Commitment:
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3 day a week program
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Ballet, Tap, Acro, Jumps & Turns, Feet & Legs technique
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Competition Jazz & Competition Tap
Competitive Performance Commitment:
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3 Regional Competitions
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End of season recital
Part Time Company
Ages 9 - 18
Part Time Company is for dancers ages 9-18. Like Full Company, Part Time Company trains weekly in technique and performs at the annual recital, but with a lower hourly commitment. Part Time Company also participate in community performances in the Mid-Michigan area. Selected Part Time Company dancers will also be offered the opportunity to compete in 2 regional competitions. Our Part-Time Company’s elective structure provides options and flexibility both in financial and time commitment.
Minimum Weekly Class Commitment:
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2-3 day a week program (more if wanted)
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Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Stretch & Condition
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Performance Routine classes
Part Time Performance Commitment:
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2 Regional competitions (If invited into competition dances)
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Community performances in the Mid-Michigan area
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End of year recital
Competitive Performance (invitation only): 2 Regional Competitions
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Competitive Tap (optional if invited)
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Competitive Jazz (optional if invited)
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Competitive Hip Hop (optional if invited)
Full Company
Ages 9 - 18
Dedicated dancers aspiring to achieve the highest level of dance should consider Full Company. Dancers on Full Company train and compete at an advanced level with an emphasis on execution, expression, and developing their own voice as a dancer. This competitive team helps students to achieve mastery of their technical skills as well as prepares them for life after high school by encouraging time management, accountability, and resilience.
While it is a particularly good fit for students who may be considering dancing in college or pursuing a professional dance career, any serious dancer will benefit from the life skills acquired through this program.
Full Company dancers take a minimum of 8 hours of class per week and compete 3-10 competition routines based on age, experience, and desired commitment level. These dancers may also be invited to participate in extra choreography in the form of solos, duets, trios, small groups and guest choreography. These are optional opportunities with additional fees and rehearsal times.
Minimum Weekly Class Commitment:
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3 day a week program
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3 hours Ballet Technique
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Jumps & Turns, Acro, Tap Technique
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Conditioning class
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Competition Jazz, Tap, Production, and Ballet
(1st year Full Company dancers do not compete a ballet dance)
Competitive Performance Commitment:
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3 Regional Competitions
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1 National Competition
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End of season recital
Pre Professional
Company
Ages 11 +
Pre Professional Company is our most intensive level of training offered at SDC, and is open to self-motivated dancers who are looking to expand their training beyond what Full Company offers, and is a great fit for those who intend to pursue dance either in a professional or collegiate capacity beyond high school. Pre Professional dancers are members of Full Company who train and compete alongside them, but will also train additional hours in a variety of other styles (ballroom, latin, pom, dance team tech, breakdancing, modern, heels, etc) both in the studio as well as outside of the studio at conventions, intensives, etc. Pre Pro dancers are competing at the Advanced/Elite level.
Additional Weekly Class Commitment:
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4th day of the week (could be Friday)
Additional Commitment:
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Extra convention requirement
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Some PrePro competition routines may compete at convention
Current Summer Requirements:
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All of Full Company Summer Requirements
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Members must complete one intensive of their choice over summer of 2025 (before this coming season kicks off)
How to join Spartan Dance Company
Be the first to know! Text "Next year's team" to 517-225-0096 to stay informed
Mark your calendar!
Audition Date: Please text "audition" to 517-225-0096
Time: 8 and Under: 10:00am - Noon
Part Time: 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Full Company: 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Pre Pro Interviews: 4:45pm 5:15pm
Applications: Please fill out and then text 517-225-0096
Application Form:
Little Spartans (5-6 year olds)
Pre Company (7-8 year olds)
Part Time Company (9 & up)
Full Company (9 & up)
FULL COMPANY DANCERS:
- Dancers who will still be 11 or younger by January 1st, 2026 should learn Part 1 and Parts 2/3 from the video
- Dancers who will be 12 or older by January 1st, 2026 should learn all 4 parts from the video
- Dancers who are interested in PrePro should also learn all 4 parts, regardless of age
- Dancers who can not attend in-person auditions should film themselves doing all 4 sections of the choreography and email it to company@spartandancecenter.com. Please face the camera and make sure your body is completely in frame.
Thank you so much, and we look forward to seeing you at auditions!
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4
Summer Requirements: All dancers must complete the summer requirements.
Little Spartans:
July 14-18; 12:30-3:30pm
9/2 - 9/5: Kick off camp
Pre Company:
July 14-18; 12:30-3:30pm
9/2 - 9/5: Kick off camp
Part Time Company:
7/1 - 8/22: Total of 5 summer classes
9/2 - 9/5: Kick off camp 4:15-8:00pm
Full Company:
7/1 - 8/22: Total of 7 summer classes
9/2 - 9/5: Kick off camp 4:15-8:00pm
Pre Professional:
7/1 - 8/22: Total of 9 summer classes
9/2 - 9/5: Kick off camp 4:15-8:00pm
1 outside summer intensive not at SDC
Summer Schedule: Part Time Company, Full Company & Pre Professional Teams
Payment: Will be communicated and charged on July 1, 2025
As an SDC team member . . . you add to our team chemistry. Our chemistry is a beautiful and incredibly crucial part of our team's success. Every SDC dancer is an instrumental part of the team and their importance to the group is individual, unique and imperative to all of the other team members. As a team we have a clear vision and goals that we work together to achieve. Being an SDC dancer allows the opportunity to be part of a team that not only builds dancers as individuals, but gives us friendships, bonds and support that will last a lifetime. Being a company member teaches what it means to be a part of something bigger than just ourselves. Our team has a vision that inspires all to work together towards the same attainable goals.
We will be competitive on stage but equally collaborative while in the studio. We hold our team standards of excellence and high goals close to our hearts.
We work to perfect the little things, which sets us up for great success at big things. Our respect for the team and belief in each other creates a spirited bond and unity that makes being a part of SDC so much more than dance.
We are #SpartanStrong
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