HEAT FORCE
The HEAT Force is our pre-professional dance company that travels with HEAT all season – culminating with our HEAT Nationals. Our Force dancers are an integral part of HEAT National Finals. Throughout each event company dancers will receive exclusive classes, exclusive choreography and perform in either the opening or closing ceremonies. All company dancers receive Heat Force gear, a professional headshot and a ticket to our Closing Gala at Nationals.
Our mission for HEAT Force Company members is to inspire, support and provide motivated young artists with the necessary tools to move forward in their dance career. Through the mentoring of our HEAT faculty we will help shape and define their goals to create an educated, directed and actionable path in a safe and positive environment.
Force dancers are required to attend a total of 4 HEAT Events. The final season schedule will be sent out with the final contract Jun 1, 2024.
- Orientation
- 2 regional events (Home City + one travel city)
- HEAT Nationals
- An option of one additional regional city is possible based on availability. The maximum number of events is 5 per year (including Nationals).
Heat Force Dancers are required to maintain company status with their home studio and regularly attend all of their studio required classes. Heat staff communicates directly with studio owners/directors to ensure proper standing within their studio.
WEEKEND MOCK SCHEDULE ** This is just an example and event details might change **
Friday
- 11am-3pm: Exclusive Force Rehearsal & Welcome Meeting
- 5pm-6pm: Exclusive Force Class
- 6pm-7pm: Bonus Class
Saturday
- 6:45-7:45am: Exclusive Force Rehearsal7:45am: Opening Ceremony
- 8am-2:30pm: Workshop Classes
- 6pm-7pm: Bonus Class
Sunday
- 6:45-7:45am: Exclusive Force Rehearsal
- 8am-2pm: Workshop Classes
- 2:15pm: Closing Ceremony (HEAT Force Performance)
- 4:30pm: HEAT Force Dancer obligations are completed and are free to leave
- Bonus Opportunities: HEAT Force Dancers might be asked to assist in various aspects of the event. This could include backstage help, production and/or assisting in classes.
Registration for Heat Force opens June 1st, 2024. An email will be send out with specific instructions on how to register. All dancers are also required to sign a contract committing to the season as a Heat Force Dancer.
HEAT Force Company members will receive the following:
- An invitation to 3 to 4 Regional Events, including our HEAT National in Orlando, Florida
- HEAT Force Orientation + 1st City
- HEAT Force Orientation Dinner
- 2 Additional Regional Cities – *save your wristbands* (up to 3 regional cities if capacity allows)
- HEAT Nationals 2024
- Exclusive HEAT Gear specifically for HEAT Force Company Members
- A Professional Headshot with our HEAT Photographer
- General Admission to Nationals Closing Gala – option to upgrade
- An Exclusive Class in each city and Rehearsal with HEAT faculty
- A Dedicated HEAT Webinar Class
- One Observer Band Per Event – *save your wristbands*
- ½ off HEAT Nationals 2024 – for new company members
Hotel, travel, transportation, food, competition fees and any other additional expenses are not included in the total company fee.
HEAT CREW
The HEAT Crew is a Hip-Hop specific crew that also has traveled with HEAT throughout the season and studied under our hip hop faculty. Crew dancers will continue their journey and education at HEAT Nationals, learning more than just moves, but also about the culture and history of Hip Hop. Throughout each event company dancers will receive exclusive classes, exclusive choreography and perform in either the opening or closing ceremonies.
Crew dancers are required to attend a total of 3 HEAT Events. The final season schedule will be sent out with the final contract around Jun 1, 2024.
- Orientation City
- 1-2 regional events (Home city + travel city)
- HEAT Nationals
An option of one additional regional city is possible based on availability. The maximum number of events is 4 per year (including Nationals).
WEEKEND MOCK SCHEDULE ** This is just an example and event details might change **
Friday
- 12pm-2pm: Exclusive Crew Rehearsal & Welcome Meeting
- 7pm-8pm: Bonus Class
- 8pm-9pm: Exclusive Crew Class
Saturday
- 7:45am: Opening Ceremony
- 8am-2:30pm: Workshop Classes
- 6pm-7pm: Bonus Class
Sunday
- 6:45-7:45am: Exclusive Crew Rehearsal
- 8am-2pm: Workshop Classes
- 2:15pm: Closing Ceremony (HEAT Crew Performance)
- 4:30pm: HEAT Crew Dancer obligations are completed and are free to leave
- Bonus Opportunities: HEAT Crew Dancers might be asked to assist in various aspects of the event. This could include backstage help, production and/or assisting in classes.
HEAT Crew members will receive the following:
- An invitation to 2/3 Regional Events, plus our HEAT National in Orlando, Florida 2/3 Regional Cities (up to 3 regional cities if capacity allows)
- HEAT Nationals 2024
- Crew Choreography – Regional & National
- Exclusive HEAT Gear specifically for HEAT Crew Members
- A Professional Headshot with our HEAT Photographer
- General Admission to Nationals Closing Gala – option to upgrade
- An Exclusive Class in each city and rehearsal with HEAT faculty
- Observer Band Privileges Per Event