Competitive Companies
Designed for dancers who want to push their technique, explore their artistry, and experience the excitement of performing and competing at a higher level.
Individualized training to help better the team as a whole.
Fluid Motion Commercial Competitive
High-energy, performance-driven training for dancers who want to shine on stage and screen
Audition is required.
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Fluid Motion Conservatory Competitive
Technical mastery and artistic depth for dancers pursuing elite training
Audition is required.
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Fluid Motion
Acro
Competitive
Blending the artistry of dance with the athleticism of acrobatics, creating dynamic performances.
Audition is required.
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Fluid Motion Commercial Competitive Company Information
Jazz – Hip Hop – Musical Theater – Character – Tap
Purpose
Commercial Companies are for dancers to develop their artistry and the use of proper technique to master the genres that interest them at a competitive and age appropriate level. We set high expectations while also creating a space that encourages balance in life. We focus on individualized training to help better the team as a whole. We believe dancers should be well rounded while also having the freedom to focus on the styles that they are most interested in.
Fluid Roster Event Requirements
Summer Choreography (Fees Due: Aug 1st)
Summer Intensive (Middle School/Highschoolers only), (Fees Due at time of commitment)
3 FMDA Showcases (Dec, Feb, May)
1 community performance (Jan or Feb)
1 required competition (April)
Motion Roster Event Requirements
Summer choreography (Fees Due: Aug 1st)
Summer intensive required (Fees Due at time of commitment)
3 FMDA Showcases (December, February, May)
1 community performance
4 required competition (Feb, Mar (2), April)
Nationals, Invitational (June, optional)
Technique Requirements
Minis (5–7): 1 Ballet Rep + 1 rehearsal (1.5 hr/week)
Petite (7–8): 1 Ballet Rep + 2 rehearsals (2.75 hr/week)
Juniors (9–11): 1 Ballet Rep + 1 Jazz Rep + 2 rehearsals (4.25 hr/week)
Pre‑teens (12–14): 1 Ballet Rep + 1 Jazz Rep + 2 rehearsals (4.25 hr/week)
Teens (13–15): 1 Ballet Rep + 1 Jazz Rep + 2 rehearsals (4.25 hr/week)
Senior (16+): 1 Ballet Rep + 1 Jazz Rep + 2 rehearsals (4.25 hr/week)
*Ballet Rep learns Nutcracker & Spring Ballet material. Commercial dancers are not required to perform but will still learn the material for technique development. Hip Hop–only dancers ages 12+ may substitute Jazz Rep for Ballet Rep.
Production
One rehearsal for all companies is Production, except Minis (audition‑only).
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Elementary‑Aged Production (Petites/Juniors) and Middle/High School Production (Pre‑Teen/Teens/Seniors). The full company also learns an Opening/Closing Number at Intensive, practiced monthly at All‑Company Technique.
Fluid & Motion Rosters
Pre‑Teens, Teens, and Seniors learn the same routine by age division and perform together at showcases, community events, and final competition. Mid‑year roster movement may occur if a dancer grows significantly.
Readiness, Swings & Inclusivity
If a dancer is not yet ready for a competitive company, we may recommend they join a non‑competitive Flowy company while taking required technique classes. Swing dancers meet all technique requirements and may be asked to step in if someone is injured or sick. Swings perform in the Spring Showcase.
Solos, Duets, Trios
Solos, duets, and trios are optional add‑on routines. Weekly privates, choreography fees, and competition fees apply. More details can be found HERE. (An additional technique class is required.)
Cost breakdowns can be found HERE.
Fluid Motion Conservatory Competitive Company Information
Ballet – Lyrical – Contemporary – Modern
Purpose
Our Conservatory Companies are for dancers to develop their artistry and the use of proper technique to master the genres that interest them at a competitive and age appropriate level, in a conservatory or concert dance like setting. We set high expectations while also creating a space that encourages balance.
Fluid Roster Event Requirements
Summer Choreography (Fees Due: Aug 1st)
Summer Intensive (Middle School/Highschoolers only) – Fees due at time of commitment
3 FMDA Showcases (Dec, Feb, May)
1 community performance (Jan or Feb)
1 required competition (April)
Motion Roster Event Requirements
Summer choreography (Fees Due: Aug 1st)
Summer intensive required – (Fees due at time of commitment)
3 FMDA Showcases (December, February, May)
1 community performance (Jan or Feb)
4 required competition (Feb, Mar, April [2])
YAGP (optional, Jan in KC, ages 9+)
Nationals, Invitational (June, optional)
Technique Requirements
Minis (5–7): 1 Ballet Rep + 1 rehearsal (1.5 hr/week)
Petite (7–8): 1 Ballet Rep + 2 rehearsals (2.25 hr/week)
Juniors (9–11): 2 Ballet Rep + 2 rehearsals (4.25 hr/week)
Pre‑teens (12–14): 2 Ballet Rep + 2 rehearsals (4.25 hr/week)
Teens (13–15): 2 Ballet Rep + 2 rehearsals (4.25 hr/week)
Senior (16+): 2 Ballet Rep + 2 rehearsals (4.25 hr/week)
*High school dancers may swap Ballet Rep for Technique Barre & Conditioning.
Ballet Rep learns Nutcracker & Spring Ballet material. Conservatory dancers are required to participate unless a special circumstance is approved.
Production
One rehearsal for all companies is Production, except Minis (audition‑only).
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Elementary‑Aged Production (Petites/Juniors) and Middle/High School Production (Pre‑Teen/Teens/Seniors). The full company also learns an Opening/Closing Number at Intensive, practiced monthly at All‑Company Technique.
Fluid & Motion Rosters
Pre‑Teens, Teens, and Seniors learn the same routine by age division and perform together at showcases, community events, and final competition. Mid‑year roster movement may occur if a dancer grows significantly.
Readiness, Swings & Inclusivity
If a dancer is not yet ready for a competitive company, we may recommend they join a non‑competitive Flowy company while taking required technique classes. Swing dancers meet all technique requirements and may be asked to step in if someone is injured or sick. Swings perform in the Spring Showcase.
Solos, Duets, Trios
Solos, Duet, Trios are optional add on routines. Weekly Privates, Choreography and Competition Fees will apply. Please see info HERE for more details. (An additional technique class is required.)
Cost breakdowns can be found HERE.
Fluid Motion Competitive Acro Company Information
Fluid Roster Event Requirements
Summer Choreography
Summer Intensive
3 FMDA Showcases (December, February, May)
1 optional competition (April)
Motion Roster Event Requirements
Summer choreography
Intensive required
3 FMDA Showcases (Dec, Feb, May)
2 community performances
4 required competitions (Feb, Mar, April [2])
Nationals (optional)
Technique Requirements
1 Acro training and rehearsal (90 minutes)
1 Tech Ballet Rep or Jazz Rep (1.5 hours)
1 Acro tech (45 minutes)
Production (45 min)
4.5 hours/week
Fluid and Motion Rosters will work on the same routine with two versions of formations. Acro Company performs both versions at FMDA Spectacular and receives two extra rehearsals before each competition.
Production
One rehearsal for all companies is Production, except Minis (audition‑only).
NEW!
Elementary‑Aged Production (Petites/Juniors) and Middle/High School Production (Pre‑Teen/Teens/Seniors). The full company also learns an Opening/Closing Number at Intensive, practiced monthly at All‑Company Technique.
Those not required to do Intensive must attend “Open/Number All Company Day.” Cost: $50 (included in Intensive fee if required).
Readiness, Swings & Inclusivity
If a dancer is not yet ready for a competitive company, we may recommend they join a non‑competitive Flowy company while taking required technique classes. Swing dancers may be asked to step in if someone is injured or sick and will perform in the Spring Showcase.
Solos, Duets, Trios
Solos, Duet, Trios are optional add on routines. Weekly Privates, Choreography and Competition Fees will apply. Please see info HERE for more details. (An additional technique class is required.)
Cost breakdowns can be found HERE.