Competitive Dance

Our Competitive Dance Program, otherwise known as “Company” is made up of dancers between the ages of 5 and 18 who have an interest in taking their dance training to a higher level. Company dancers audition and are placed into one of 5 different groups based on age and skill level. These groups practice 2-5 days a week and compete 3-10 times per year. Our Company dancers compete throughout the Southeast and are highly regarded on the competition circuit.

If you are interested in Company for the upcoming year, we suggest taking as many classes in Progressive Program as possible, especially Ballet, Jazz, and Contemporary. Let us know if you have any questions, we are happy to help. Email Nancy Andrews for more information.

Interest Meetings

Auditions 

Sunday, June 8th | FREE | Times TBD

*Dancers should audition at their age as of January 1, 2026*

Company Summer Training

Are you ready to take your dance training to the next level? All current company and progressive level dancers (enrolled in levels 2/4/7/8/10/11) are invited to take part in our summer training, intensives, and workshops at APA. These opportunities are teacher recommendation based, so please let us know if you have any questions or need guidance finding the best options for your dancer. Current students can register through their portal or call us at 919-367-7210 and we are happy to help. Refunds are available through May 31, minus a $20 processing fee. Starting June 1, account credit will be applied minus the processing fee. Teacher recommendation is required for all new students – please email Nancy Andrews our Company Director, for more information.

Summer Skills Intensive

Full Day (Ages 10 & up): 9:00am-3:00pm | $299 

Half Day (Ages 10 & under): 9:00am-12:00pm | $197 

Teacher Approval Required

Join us this summer for a strictly TECHNIQUE-based camp. Dancers will be taught by various members of our senior staff on flexibility, stamina, injury prevention and strength. No choreography will be taught during this camp, to give dancers the time they need to focus on improving their fundamental skillset.

June 23-26              Reg Code: CO4

July 7-10                  Reg Code: CO5

Ballet Intensive

4:30-8:00pm  | $197 

Teacher Approval Required

All advanced dance skills are founded in a strong Ballet education. Dancers looking to hone their skills, improve their turnout, correct their alignment or just get back to basics, will truly enjoy this week. Each day will be dedicated to exploring various approaches to traditional Ballet class. Dancers hoping to be approved for Pointe in the fall are encouraged to take this Intensive.

July 28 – July 31             Reg Code: CO8

Tuesday Choreo Labs

5:00pm-7:00pm  | $47 

Teacher Approval Required

Choreo Lab is a new Tuesday series we will be hosting this summer! Learn formation vision boarding, choreography tools, music editing, and have access to a variety of faculty with one goal in mind: to help YOU become a great choreographer!

July 1      Reg Code: CO4.5

July 8     Reg Code: CO5.5

July 15    Reg Code: CO6.5

July 22    Reg Code: CO7.5

Thursday Skills Workshops

Ages 7-18  | $47 

Teacher Approval Required

Elevate your technique with a variety of specialty classes including Improv, Power Leaps & Turns, Stability & Turns, and Deep Stretch & Conditioning! Perfect for dancers looking to enhance their skills and confidence.

July 3   |  3:00-5:00   Improv                                        Reg Code: CO4.5

July 10  |  5:00-7:00  Power Leaps & Turns               Reg Code: CO5.5

July 17  | 5:00-7:00   Stability & Turns                        Reg Code: CO6.5

July 24 | 5:00-7:00   Deep Stretch & Conditioning  Reg Code: CO7.5

More to explore at APA this summer!