Prerequisites and Application

Applications may be submitted at any time. For the next Basic Level in Berlin (Germany) in an English-speaking intensive format starting in April 2025, the extended application deadline is March 11, 2025 on a first registered, first served basis.

1. A completed Bachelors Degree, vocational training or a similar qualification (every field is possible) is prerequisite. A professional dance training is not required for the entrance. A large spectrum of experiences in various movement types, dance styles or sports is an advantage.

 

2. Proof of participation in the following courses:

- Introductory course in Laban Movement Studies  (20 hours)

- Introductory course in Bartenieff Fundamentals   (20 hours)

- Anatomy and/or Physiology  (15 - 20 hours)

The anatomy course can be attended at a school in your area.


3. All classes will be taught in English, so English proficiency is required to understand the course work and read the literature.

 

The students of the Certificate Program in Berlin may submit their written assignments in English or German.


4. For the application the following papers have to be submitted:

  • a detailed written essay
  • a medical clearance
  • recommendations by the teacher(s) of introductory courses

Please request the application form via E-Mail.


Travel and accomodation Grant for studying with EUROLAB, in Berlin, Germany

The German Dance Association is pleased to announce the opening of applications for a travel and accommodation grant. This grant is designed to support individuals outside of Germany who wish to attend movement analysis or teacher training programmes in Germany. The aim is to facilitate international exchange, networking and qualification in the field of dance pedagogy.  

 

Open to:      

  • Individuals based outside Germany who work in dance education and seek to further their professional development in pedagogy or movement analysis     
  • Applicants must plan to attend consecutive longer-term training programmes (lasting several days or involving several parts) in Germany  

Grant Details:

  • Funding period: 01 May 2025 – 31 Jul 2026 (training programmes may begin earlier)
  • Coverage: travel and accommodation costs during the funding period
  • Amount: reimbursement of the actual costs - up to 1,000.00 € for European applicants (geographical) - up to 1,500.00 € for non-European applicants     
  • Excluded: short distance flights will not be covered for environmental reasons  

Application deadline: 24 Apr 2025

How to apply: www.dachverband-tanz.de/en/projects/current-projects/dance-educators-travel-grant-to-germany