Is the LACE two-week program the same experience as the month program?

Yes, at the core. Both Dance in L.A. programs give you training, community, and support in L.A. instead of doing it alone. The month program adds more dance classes and group activities like Universal Studios and the Warner Bros. Studio tour. The two-week program covers the same core training in a shorter window.

Can beginners join either of the Dance in L.A. programs?

No. Both Dance in L.A. programs require a minimum of two years of hip-hop or commercial dance experience. Neither is built for a dancer's first hip-hop class. We want you to thrive and flourish in L.A. We will be here for when you're ready. If you have less but are confident you can do well, fill out the Dancer Inquiry Form and submit video links.

When do the LACE Dance in L.A. programs run?

The two-week program runs December through March. The month program runs April through November, with four dancers accepted per month.

How much does each program cost?

The two-week program is $2,495. The month program is $3,998.

Now. Space is limited and both programs accept dancers first come, first served.

Dance in L.A. Programs: Two-Week vs. Month Comparison

Both programs put you in L.A. to train, with housing, dance classes, and a built-in group of dancers already lined up. The difference comes down to time and money.

Here’s what each of the Dance in L.A. programs actually includes so you can choose which training program is right for you.

Two-Week Dance Program in L.A.

Price: $2,495
Length: 16 days
Runs: December through March

What’s included:

10 classes at Millennium Dance Complex
5 classes at Movement Lifestyle
2 classes at Playground LA
2 classes at TMilly Studio
$150 dance credit card for extra classes or workshops
Housing in the LACE dancer dorm, with weekly housekeeping
Metro TAP card
Professional photo shoot

Who it’s for:

Dancers who can’t take a full month off work, school, or life
Dancers for whom a month is cost prohibitive
Anyone who wants to train in L.A. with a group instead of going it alone, in a shorter window

Pros:

Lower cost and lower time commitment
Runs December through March, which works better for some schedules
Same core training, community, and support as the month program, just condensed

Cons:

No group activities or city tours; this program is training and the photo shoot, not sightseeing
Two weeks flies by, so by the time you’ve adjusted to the dance pace, it’s time to go
You will have to be more strategic with class selection and may not get to try all the choreographers and styles you wanted

See the full Dance in L.A. – Two Weeks→

Group of dancers laughing together on an L.A. street at night, from the Dance in L.A. programs

Month-Long Dance Program in L.A.

Price: $3,998
Length: 28 days
Runs: April through November

What’s Included:

50+ dance classes (class passes, dance credit card for workshops, intensives and more classes at your favorite dance studios and four group privates)
Dance dorm with bed linens, full kitchen, weekly housekeeping
City tour (Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica), Universal Studios, Venice Beach, the Hollywood Sign, and a Warner Bros. Studio tour
Free time to explore L.A. on your own
Professional photo shoot
Monthly Metro pass

Pros:

More classes for a proportionally smaller cost increase if you’re ready to commit to the full month
A full month gives you time to build relationships with choreographers and go deeper into styles you already know, or try new ones
Group activities are all included in the program. Plus you will have free time to explore on your own or with your dance group

Cons:

Doesn’t run December through March
Bigger financial and time commitment overall
You are finally in the L.A. dancer groove and then the month is up

See full details for Dance in L.A. – Month →

Which of the Dance in L.A. Programs Fits You?

Neither program is for beginners. Both assume you already have hip-hop and commercial training. The real decision is time and budget.

If a full month isn’t possible because of school, work or budget, the two-week program gets you the same training, community, and support in a shorter window. If you have the time and want more classes, more activities, and more room to explore new styles, the month program is the fuller experience.

Not sure which fits your timeline or budget? Start with the dancer inquiry form. LACE will help you figure out which program makes sense for where you are right now.

Both Dance in L.A. programs are open to dancers 18 and up and include housing in the LACE dancer dorm in Lake Balboa. U.K. dancers with financial need should also check the Carol Scholarship.

Dance in L.A. Programs FAQ

Is the LACE two-week program the same experience as the month program?
Yes, at the core. Both Dance in L.A. programs give you training, community, and support in L.A. instead of doing it alone. The month program adds more dance classes and group activities like Universal Studios and the Warner Bros. Studio tour. The two-week program covers the same core training in a shorter window.
Can beginners join either of the Dance in L.A. programs?
No. Both Dance in L.A. programs require a minimum of two years of hip-hop or commercial dance experience. Neither is built for a dancer’s first hip-hop class. We want you to thrive and flourish in L.A. We will be here for when you’re ready. If you have less but are confident you can do well, fill out the Dancer Inquiry Form and submit video links.
When do the LACE Dance in L.A. programs run?
The two-week program runs December through March. The month program runs April through November, with four dancers accepted per month.
How much does each program cost?
The two-week program is $2,495. The month program is $3,998.
When should I apply?
Now. Space is limited and both programs accept dancers first come, first served.

Two-Week vs. Month Dance Program in L.A.: Which LACE Program Is Right for You?