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Donation Optional!
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Thanks to the contributions toward our Pay It Forward Program, classes are now Donation Optional!
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Recommended Donations: $5, $10 or $15.
Why We Need Your Support:
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Arts Facilities, including dance studios, are not eligible for most of the Financial Assistance available to others.
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Artists are finding it equally as hard to find help. Some of our artists are facing hardships finding food and a place to live.
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Your donations support our artists, other students who are struggling and the business that houses all of this.
Assistance Eligibility:
Have you been deeply affected by COVID-19 and financial assistance to take classes?
Email pmthouseofdance@gmail.com with your story. Extenuating circumstances include job loss, family loss, etc.
A True NYC Dance Experience™
Celebrating 24 Years - 2001-2025
Now taking enrollment!
We are excited to introduce PMT's Street & Club Styles Performance Lab! Under the guidance of our award winning faculty, students with higher aspirations - including professional ones - will have access to a program that offers an open exploration of the culture, history and training provided in the proper context. Trainees will walk away with proper insight on how to:
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Dance & Perform Professionally
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Understand the History, Culture & Pass It Forward
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Be a Creator, Choreographer and/or a FREEstyle Dancer
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To be a Teacher and Practitioner
Train with NYC's Best:
Gain diverse insight, guidance and mentorship from PMT's Faculty, Guest and Legacy faculty including James 'Cricket' Colter, Jon Lock, Jungle, E Solo, Rich James, Pavan 'PMT' Thimmaiah and more!
This is a multi-faceted emphasizes diversity in training - there are many ways to contribute to the culture and leverage this into a successful career. Trainees will have unique access to resources that will empower them to find their own unique path to success.
Benefits Include:
1. 20 Drop In Classes (May - August)
2. 25% Off Additional Classes
3. Access to Wellness Classes
4. Free Space and Resources for rehearsal, work creation and self-taping.
5. Career Building Sessions including mock auditions, resume/portfolio building seminars along with branding sessions.
6. Customized Curriculums provided to help trainees reach their specific goals with consideration to the needs of the dancer.
7. Receive priority consideration toward a professional position whether it be performance or teaching!
SCHEDULE
Summer Session: 6/29 - 8/24
Class lengths/hours may vary based on need. Breaks are provided everyone hour of a movement class.
A virtual orientation will be scheduled on 6/22 on a time of most convenient for everyone.
History and Pedagogy:
Sunday 1:00 - 1:40pm
Hip Hop, Club Styles, Funk Styles (exact schedule given upon admission):
Sunday 1:40 - 4:00pm
Freestyle Application and Performance Project:
Sunday 4:00 - 5:30pm
FOCUSES
Trainees have the option to focus their studies in several different areas. Extra time and benefits are provided at no additional cost!
History and Culture
Of paramount importance, students will learn the proper history and culture of the dance forms. Through this, students will learn how to represent themselves appropriately - both on and off stage. Students will learn how to look forward through the lessons of the past. This is crucial for all movement creators and for the long term health of the culture (and the dance).
Pedagogy/Teaching
Under the guidance of college professor Pavan 'PMT' Thimmaiah and a full staff dance educators, trainees will be provided training on
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Building their pedagogy
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Understanding the marketplace and how to apply your teaching goals accordingly
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Building a curriculum
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Communication skills necessary for teaching
Trainees will be given opportunities to assist or offer their own community classes to further train. Acceptance into this part of the program is contingent on student aptitude, interest and availability. Additional time may be required to further training in this regard.
Freestyle
This program offers a focus on freestyle dance - the original and most natural form of Street/Club Styles. This will empower performers so they can perform as authentic practitioners and creators - opening opportunities stemming from having agency over their own unique talents. Additional training may be asked to further a student's goals.
Performance Projects
Trainees will be able to enjoy unique opportunities to apply their growing knowledge and talent. This Summer, we offer a chance to perform at the Barclays Center as part of the halftime show for the NY Liberty on August 19th!
ELIGIBILITY & ENROLLMENT
Step 1 - Requirements
Students must show high proficiency in the foundations and application of these foundations in both freestyle and choreography contexts. 3-5 years of extensive training/experience is recommended (this may vary depending on the individual).
Students Must Perform on:
August 19th, 2025 - Halftime Show at the Barclays Center: 7:00pm showtime; 6:00pm call time.
August 24th, 2025 - Freestyle Showcase at PMT: exact showtime TBD.
Step 2 - Submission and Approval guidelines:
All students must place into this program. To do so, you have several options:
1. By Video (2 videos required): Send ONE unedited video of yourself freestyling in a setting without any mirrors (1 minute, minimum). The freestyle can be in House, Hip Hop, Breaking, Popping or any of the Street/Club Styles. Send a second video of yourself performing a choreography. The quality of the video must be sufficient enough to confirm it is you and cannot be edited to enhance movements.
2. Attend an Intermediate or Advanced level drop in class. Please email pmthouseofdance@aol.com to schedule this. Drop In classes fees apply.
3. Have three PMT faculty members write a written recommendation for you to join. This must be provided by the teachers themselves, via email correspondence, to pmthouseofdance@aol.com. A printed letter with their signature is also acceptable. This method may require additional supporting materials.
Submission Deadlines:
Any submission to join, whether it be via video, recommendations or live submission, must be received at least
7 days prior to the session.
Admission Approval:
Prior to approval an interview will be scheduled with the trainee and administrators directing the program. In the course of this interview, your needs/goals will be assessed and a time/commitment expectation will be provided. After this interview is completed, final approval shall be given within 7 days. Admission into the program is complete only once written approval from PMT Management is given and payment for enrollment is complete.
Enrollment Periods & Renewal:
We offer programs in the Summer, Fall and Spring. Stay posted for additional information on future enrollment periods.
Step 3 - Registration
If admitted, a response will be provided prior to the start of an enrollment period. Once admitted, you will have the following options for enrollment:
10 weeks: $800.00
All classes, benefits and performances are included.
Age and Status Eligibility
To enroll, students must meet certain basic requirements:
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Must be at least 18 years old.
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Must be able to attend all classes from 6/22 - 8/24.
Scholarship Eligibility
Students who show extraordinary potential may be awarded quarter, half or full scholarships. A limit of 3 such active scholarships is available at any given time. Scholarships are awarded based on merit.
To apply, please provide any of the following options:
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Letter(s) of recommendation from faculty members or other prominent dance artists.
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A 600 word essay on why you believe you should receive a scholarship.
The essay is required along with 2 videos provided upon your application to the program. Letter(s) or recommendation are not required but can assist in supporting your case.
Deadline: Applications for scholarship must be received by June 1st, 2025.
AFTER ACCEPTANCE
Requirements and Expectations
All students will be held to the same accountability we hold our own professionals. We want our trainees to be the leaders of our dance community. As such, those selected in the trainee program will have to meet and maintain the following:
1. Attend all classes, rehearsals, recitations, extra practices and meetings.
2. Must maintain their skill level(s) through training.
3. Must be able to meet time commitment and program expectations.
TERMS
When enrolling, you are agreeing to these terms. Please read them carefully before enrolling.
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All purchases are non-refundable.
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Students will be able to access the 20 Drop In Classes from May 1st through August 31st. These classes cannot be carried over after August 31st.
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Failure to meet any requirements shall be grounds to dismiss the student from this program without refund. This includes, but is not limited to, failure to meet attendance requirements, failure to fully participate in classes or other required elements of the program or for behavior detrimental to other students or PMT House of Dance.
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Free space. This is provided for trainee goals, professional development, self-tapes, performance projects or other trainee related programs. Free space allocation must be approved and is subject to studio rental policy. Unapproved space use shall not be provided for free. Free space is available from the start of the season to the end of the season, only.
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Missed or lost classes cannot be redeemed, exchanged or refunded. It is the student's responsibility to attend classes and make arrangements to make up missed material.
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Students will be allowed to enter class only after their registration is completed and their workshop(s) is paid for completely.
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All students will be asked to sign a waiver of liability. Students shall indemnify PMT House of Dance, their partners, teachers, staff, contracted workers and subsidiaries from any liabilities or loss, either physical, property, personal or otherwise. All students are attending classes/rehearsals and performing at their own risk and in accordance with the schedule provided to them by PMT House of Dance herein and/or via email correspondence or written material(s).
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Times of Training Program classes are subject to change with 3 days’ notice. If the student is unable to attend as a result, then a alternative will be arranged to meet hours requirements.