MDC Leadership Program

For Rising 4th Grade - 12th Grade Dancers

The MDC Leadership Program offers dedicated dancers the opportunity to grow as mentors, role models, and future educators. Leaders assist in younger classes while receiving guided training in teaching, communication, and leadership.

What They Do

  • Assist in Littles Collective and younger or lower level elementary classes

  • Help create a positive, welcoming environment for new dancers

  • Support classroom flow (transitions, demonstrations, encouragement)

  • Act as role models inside and outside the studio

What They Gain

  • Teacher Training
    Learn how to break down movement, lead across the floor, and assist effectively

  • Leadership Development
    Build confidence, communication skills, and responsibility

  • Deeper Training
    Reinforce their own technique by participating in extra classes

Program Structure

  • Must be enrolled in at least 2 weekly classes

  • Dancer will be assigned to a consistent class each week

  • Required to arrive 10–15 minutes early and stay through dismissal

  • Leaders may be invited to perform in the class they assist during the End-of-Season Recital.

BECOME A LEADER

MDC Leaders Demonstrate:

  • Responsibility

  • A positive attitude

  • Strong work ethic

  • Kindness toward peers

  • Consistent attendance

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