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NYCMDF SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS

Supporting the Next Generation of Dancers, Artists & Educators

 

NYCMDF is committed to creating meaningful opportunities for young people to study, perform, compete, teach, and grow through dance and cultural arts.

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Through the NYCMDF Youth Dance Scholarship, our nonprofit organization provides selected young dancers with individualized training and mentorship designed around their goals and experience.

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We welcome dancers from diverse backgrounds and dance disciplines. What matters is that applicants have previous dance experience, demonstrate commitment, and are ready to take the next step in their development.

 

2026 NYCMDF Youth Dance Scholarship
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Application Period: September 7–November 30, 2026

Eligible Ages: 5–21

Program Length: Approximately 3–24 weeks

Minimum Training: 2 private sessions per week

 

Must submit all required materials to rudanceny@gmail.com​​​

3 SCHOLARSHIP TRACKS


cOMPETITION

Train with purpose. 

Compete with confidence.

ART PERFORMANCE

Develop your artistry.

Find your creative expression on stage.


TEACHING

Turn dance experience

into leadership.

COMPETITION TRACK

The Competition Track is for dancers who want to strengthen their technical and performance abilities and prepare for higher-level competitive opportunities.

 

Individual training may focus on:

  • Technique

  • Musicality

  • Choreography

  • Performance quality

  • Stage presence

  • Strength and conditioning

  • Competition preparation

  • Individual artistic development

 

Competition-track scholars are required to participate in national-level competitions as described in the program requirements.

ART PERFORMANCE TRACK

The Art Performance Track is for dancers who want to develop as expressive and confident performing artists.

 

Training may focus on:

  • Artistic expression

  • Performance quality

  • Musicality

  • Stage presence

  • Choreography

  • Repertoire

  • Artistic identity

  • Performance preparation

 

Depending on the individual plan, scholars may participate in performances, showcases, cultural events, or other public presentations.

TEACHING TRACK

The Teaching Track is for experienced dancers who are interested in developing the skills needed to become future dance educators, mentors, and leaders.

 

Training may include:

  • Demonstration

  • Class organization

  • Communication

  • Musicality

  • Technique development

  • Lesson planning

  • Working with younger dancers

  • Leadership and mentorship

 

The Teaching Track is intended for dancers who want to explore teaching as a fundamental part of their future.

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