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College Dance: Searching, Applying & Navigating

This one-time class will provide insight through research and personal experience on applying, searching, and navigating for college dance programs. It will be taught as lecture, but also opened up as a Q&A session.
Kristen Faraclas
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:
(103)
Class

What's included

1 live meeting
1 in-class hours

Class Experience

This class will be set-up as a lecture/Q&A session. I will discuss how to determine whether college is the best fit for each individual, as opposed to the other options out there (i.e. pre-professional programs/trainee positions). I will then dive into the differences between a college/university and conservatory, majoring versus minoring in dance, resources for researching schools and programs, and how to audition and apply. Having navigated the college dance world as a recent graduate and soon to be master's student at NYU, I will share personal experiences and I how I perceived different programs after many visits and auditions. I will then provide insight on how to chose the right program and things that you can expect when making this transition. My knowledge is both experiential and heavily research based. I hope to help answer questions and pave a clearer path for high school students thinking about the future. In my opinion, it's never too early!
Learning Goals
Students will learn the ins-and-outs of different college dance programs and tips on how to approach their futures.
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Supply List
Students are recommended to come with a notebook and pen/pencil or something to take notes with as well as any prepared questions they might have.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2020
4.8
103reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! My name is Kristen. I just graduated from Mercyhurst University with a B.F.A in Dance with minors in Psychology and Dance Pedagogy. During my time there, I was a campus ambassador, served in many leadership roles, taught dance classes to non-dance majors, completed a teaching independent study, and arts administration internship with a nationally recognized ballet company, to name a few. My work experiences are diverse and include things such as being a resident assistant for summer dance programs, a waitress, PCA, and teacher/mentor for an adaptive dance program. I am always eager to continue learning and improving myself. I recently completed my masters in Dance Education at New York University and am currently dancing as a trainee with The Ballet Theatre of Maryland! Kristen Faraclas is an ABT® Certified Teacher, who has successfully completed the ABT® Teacher Training Intensive in Pre-Primary through Level 7 & Partnering.

My main focus when teaching is to ensure a positive and encouraging classroom setting that is accessible and welcoming to all. My goal is to provide a both physically and mentally challenging class without exceeding the capabilities of the students. I aspire to not only teach the proper execution of dance technique, but to also inspire my students and help nurture their passions. I am so fortunate to have had so many wonderful and amazing teachers over the years whom I could learn from, and I hope to be able to further share and pass this along as they have done for me.

I would like to best be able to fit the needs of my students. Therefore, I encourage you to message me with any questions, comments, or requests you may have! I would also appreciate reviews and sharing my classes with family and friends. I wish you all the best health and safety during these times, and am both very grateful and excited to be teaching young students on this platform!

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$15

per class
Meets once
60 min

Completed by 9 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
3-18 learners per class

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