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Annual Company Programme
Structured Pathway from Training to Professional Dance Career
For company dancers aged 18–25. A year-long programme focused on artistry, career development, community engagement and wellbeing.
Programme Includes
- Personal mentorship with industry professionals
- Career skills training (CV, grants, freelancing)
- Wellbeing & leadership support
- Company performances
- Paid teaching opportunities
- Free advanced training weekl
Focus Area
- Creative Expression: Unlock participants’ natural creativity through guided movement and storytelling
- Self Exploration: Encourage self-reflection and pride in self-identity and experience through embodied personal narratives
- Emotional and Mental Wellbeing: Provide a restorative, grounding space away from workplace stress using mindful movement
- Team Connection and Communication: Strengthen interpersonal understanding through shared movement and reflective dialogue
- Adaptability and Leadership: Practice responding to change and leading with clarity through movement improvisation
Community Engagement
- Quarterly community classes
- Community-centred events
- Leadership in public programmes
Safe Space Commitment
We are committed to providing a respectful, non-judgemental and inclusive environment for all participants.
Everyone’s boundaries, pace and personal comfort will be honoured.
Participation in all movement activities is at your own pace, with the option to observe or modify at any time.
Confidentiality is respected, personal sharing stays within the group.
Personal Item / Prop Policy:
Participants may bring a meaningful personal item to use as a prop or to keep with them throughout the class for comfort and inspiration.
This item must be approved by a member of the 1syllable team at least 72 hours before the class for safety and suitability.
Approved items will be used respectfully and returned to participants at the end of the session.

Empowering underrepresented youth through bold, accessible dance programmes that celebrate personal identity.