Trainee Program

Trainees
OBT School’s Trainee Program is under the guidance of the OBT2 Program Director, and OBT’s Artistic and School Directors. The tuition-based program aims to nurture and develop the technical skills and artistry of young dancers. This program will prepare them for a professional dance career by bridging the gap between students and OBT2.

Trainees may be considered for performances with OBT’s professional company during the season, but performing with the company is not guaranteed. Trainees will perform alongside OBT2 in the spring OBT2 Tour and the school’s annual performance.

Tuition
2023-2024: $7,739 (AUGUST 28, 2023 – JUNE 8, 2024 – 35 Weeks)
^{*Limited need and merit-based scholarships available.}

Sample Trainee Schedule:

MONDAY	TUESDAY	WEDNESDAY	THURSDAY	FRIDAY
9:30-11:00am TECHNIQUE CLASS OBT2 & TRAINEES	9:30-11:00am TECHNIQUE CLASS OBT2 & TRAINEES	9:30-11:00am TECHNIQUE CLASS TRAINEES	9:30-11:00am TECHNIQUE CLASS TRAINEES	9:30-11:00am TECHNIQUE CLASS TRAINEES
11:15-12:15P POINTE	11:15-12:15P JUMPS & TURNS	11:15-12:15P POINTE	11:15-12:15P JUMPS & TURNS	11:15-12:15P POINTE
12:15-2:00P REHEARSALS	12:15-1:15P CONTEMPORARY	12:15-2:00P REHEARSALS	12:15-1:15P YOGA	2:00-3:00pm LUNCH
12:15-2:00P REHEARSALS	1:15-2:00P AUDITION PREP	12:15-2:00P REHEARSALS	1:15-2:00P AUDITION PREP	3:00-5:30pm COMPANY REHEARSALS
2:00-3:00pm LUNCH	2:00-3:00pm LUNCH	2:00-3:00pm LUNCH	2:00-3:00pm LUNCH	2:00-3:00pm LUNCH
3:00-5:30pm COMPANY REHEARSALS	3:00-5:30pm COMPANY REHEARSALS	3:00-5:30pm COMPANY REHEARSALS	3:00-5:30pm COMPANY REHEARSALS	3:00-5:30pm COMPANY REHEARSALS

^{*Trainee dancers have a varied schedule depending on time of year and the company’s rehearsal schedule. Additional classes are offered for free in the evening.}