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3-Years Pre-Professional Program

With a physical base in Barcelona and a global vision, we offer dancers a solid and confident entry into the professional world.

Our three-year Pre-Professional Program offers a unique training focusing on three core pillars: technical, artistic, and psycho-emotional development in dance.

Running from September to June, the program is flexible to individual needs, with auditions tailored to place dancers at the appropriate level. Participants can enroll for 1, 2, or 3 years.

Designed for dancers aged 17 to 23 with an international outlook, the program attracts aspiring students and professional artists from all over the world. Through our global network and innovative training, we prepare dancers to reach their highest potential and jump into the professional dance world —by joining companies, undertaking diverse projects, or pursuing advanced studies. A diploma is awarded upon completion of the third year.

The new management of subjects ensures each dancer maximizes their development and gets the most of the training journey. Alongside monthly week-long workshops and master classes with international guest artists. In-house residencies and creation processes are vital learning experiences for our dancers, fostering both networking opportunities and professional growth.

Physical Development

Daily training in both classical and contemporary techniques ensures that each dancer builds a strong technical foundation.

Artistic Development

Individualized career mentoring from the beginning guides each dancer on their unique artistic path through goal setting.

Psycho-emotional Development

Individualized mentoring sessions and guidance seminars to help dancers achieve their artistic goals, prepare them for life in the professional dance world, and address important topics for personal growth.

Activities and Seminars

Performances and seminars covering topics such as Dance History, Art History, and Management and Administration.

Annual Plan
Overview

From September to June, each course offers 10 months of training.

First year

The first year dancers refine a solid existing technical and artistical technique in dance while exploring their emotional development. The curriculum emphasizes body awareness and strength. Dancers also engage in improvisation and composition, allowing them to unleash their creativity. The year includes classes in repertoire and theatre, where they learn to interpret and embody various dance pieces. This holistic approach fosters a deeper understanding of their bodies and prepares them for the emotional aspects of performance.

Second year

In the second year, an investigative attitude is introduced to the program while they continue to refine their technique. By the end of the year, dancers become more aware of their own relationship to the possibilities of physical and emotional expression. Composition tasks, repertoire study, theatre, and emotional research are essential components that help dancers understand and trust their growth process. This focus on exploration and self-discovery encourages them to delve deeper into their artistic development, allowing them to participate in their first choreography residencies with international choreographers.

Third year 

The aim of the third year is to enable students to apply the knowledge and skills they have acquired throughout the program in a practical setting. This year focuses on an artistic residency format, where students collaborate with various choreographers, engage in internships, and concentrate on individual creation and professional activities. This process prepares them to effectively express their unique voice and engage in the dance world.

Classes & Subjects

First Year

Physical Development

  • Ballet
  • Contemporary
  • Horton
  • Rehearsals
  • Conditioning
  • Pilates ®
  • Gyrokinesis®
  • Yoga
  • Physiotherapy sessions

Artistic Development

  • Workshops with choreographers
  • Choreography creation with international choreographer
  • Improvisation
  • Composition & Repertoire
  • Artistic individual Mentoring
  • Self Creation, focus on solo work
  • Master classes
  • Acting for dancers
  • Music

Psycho-Emotional Development

  • Mentoring & Coaching
  • Group Psycho-Emotional Seminars

Activities and Seminars

  • Performances
  • Dance History and Art History Seminars
  • Nutrition Seminars
  • Management and Administration Seminars

Second Year

Physical Development

  • Ballet
  • Contemporary
  • Horton
  • Rehearsals
  • Conditioning
  • Pilates ®
  • Gyrokinesis®
  • Yoga
  • Physiotherapy sessions

Artistic Development

  • Workshops with choreographers
  • Choreography creations with international choreographers
  • Improvisation
  • Composition & Repertoire
  • Artistic individual Mentoring
  • Self Creation, focus on duo work
  • Master classes
  • Acting for dancers
  • Audition preparation

Psycho-Emotional Development

  • Mentoring & Coaching
  • Group Psycho-Emotional Seminars

Activities and Seminars

  • Performances
  • Dance History and Art History Seminars
  • Nutrition Seminars

Third Year

Physical Development

  • Ballet
  • Contemporary
  • Rehearsals

Artistic Development

  • Artistic Residency with choreographers
  • Improvisation
  • Composition & Repertoire
  • Composition, focus on solo work
  • Creation
  • Artistic individual Mentoring
  • Internship Opportunities
  • Auditions

Psycho-Emotional Development

  • Mentoring & Coaching

Activities and Seminars

  • Performances

Monthly sessions of master classes and Workshops with international Guests Artists.
Build a professional network with our Ecosystem of Professionals, immersing yourself in Choreographic Creation Processes. The heart of our training lies in direct interaction with active artists, placing dancers in real-world scenarios that elevate their learning experience.

Typical Week
at ADDA

In a typical week Monday to Friday, depending on the level, dancers train for about 6.5 hours a day, either in morning or afternoon shifts. Some weeks are dedicated exclusively to classes taught by our core staff, while others focus on workshops, creations, rehearsals, or preparing for performances. Every student takes part in productions, collaborating with various choreographers to deepen their experience.

Our program offers not only high-quality technical training but also personalized coaching and mentoring. We are committed to the holistic development of each dancer—artistically, physically, and emotionally. Through one-on-one guidance, we help students become independent and well-rounded dancers, nurturing both their creative spirit and personal growth.

At ADDA, we have created a positive and supportive environment, a place where dancers can grow both as artists and individuals. We are committed to providing a nurturing space where students feel encouraged, motivated, and well-cared for. We believe that a positive atmosphere is essential for creativity and personal development. By fostering an environment of mutual respect and encouragement, dancers are free to explore their potential, push their boundaries, and gain confidence in their abilities. ADDA is a place where dancers can challenge themselves, collaborate with others.

Workshop
Plan

We offer monthly week-long workshops, as well as master classes with renowned international guests, providing dancers with the opportunity to further develop their skills.

As part of our commitment to nurturing artistic excellence, we host several creation processes with various choreographers, allowing for longer-format projects.

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