About
Fusion force Dance Company
Getting to know us …
WHAT IS FFDC?
FFDC stands for Fusion Force Dance Company and is the competitive dance team here at That’s Dancing. Fusion Force Dance Company members train more intensely that your average recreational student. Dancers focus their training on technique, artistry, and performance. If your dancer is selected to be part of this team, they are committing themselves to a season full of dancing, performing, fun, and artistic and personal growth.
Our members range in age from 5-18 years old and dancers compete in all technique styles.
That’s Dancing and FFDC are proud to have many alumni that move on to further their dance careers at some of the top universities in the nation like the Juilliard School, University of Southern California, University of Florida, Pace University, Florida State University, University of Miami, and more! Training at the competitive level allows dancers to become more responsible, set goals and work to achieve them both individually and as a team, and more!
HOW DO I QUALIFY TO BE PART OF THIS DANCE COMPANY?
Dancers are hand selected by faculty and directors. We are looking for dancers that possess a strong work ethic, enthusiastic and dedicated learners and positive individuals with a drive for excellence and team spirit.
WHAT EXPENSES ARE INCURRED WHEN OFFERED A POSITION TO THE TEAM?
Group Dance Choreography and Costuming
All FFDC teams participate in large group choreography. This varies from 1-4 large group pieces depending on which team your dancer is a part of.
Large group costume fees are typically due in November and vary in price. These costumes typically start at $150 per costume.
Unlike the dance gala, these costume fees do not include tights, accessories or shoes. Additional fees may apply.
FFDC Bundle
Female Bundle range is aprox. $400- $500 and includes the FFDC team member jacket, FFDC embroidered backpack, FFDC jewelry pack for competition.
Male Bundle range aprox $300 - $400 and includes the FFDC team member jacket and FFDC embroidered backpack.
All FFDC members are expected to attend all scheduled mandatory performances and competitions.
How many performances do dancers do a year?
FFDC members will perform in select community events. We typically do a holiday event. A mandatory winter performance that takes place in either January or February.
How many competitions do dancers do a year?
3-4 regional competitions a season. Competitions typically happen between the months of February-May.
Where are the competitions?
We try to stay local for the most part. Families can be expected to travel to South Florida (Fort Lauderdale, Coral Springs, etc.). Travel typically does not exceed an hour drive. Some families may choose to stay in hotels near the competition venue, but it is not requirement. Optional competitions and conventions are held in Miami, Orlando, and select out of state locations
How much are competition fees?
Parents should be prepared to spend aprox $60-$100 per large group dance their dancer is a part of per competition. All FFDC classes will have a large group dance (excluding Petite FFDC Technique class). Additional fees incur for special groups, solos, duets and trios.
Other Expenses
Some additional expenses would include guest artist classes and specialty intensives, summer intensives, ffdc intensive (August), special shoe requirements, optional conventions
FFDC Photoshoot ($150-$200 if you choose to purchase photos)
FFDC Dance Bro/Dance Sis gifts
Donations to the Young Dancer Foundation of South Florida Inc. / January show
Donations for team building events throughout the season
**all costs are approximate and subject to change.
HOW DO I LET SOMEONE KNOW THAT I AM INTERESTED IN BEING CONSIDERED FOR FFDC?
E- mail the directors at thatsdancn@aol.com and let them know that you are entered in being considered for the next season. They will advise you on what classes to add to your schedule to put you in a position to be considered. Continue to work hard in class and keep reaching for your dreams and goals!
WHAT ARE THE CLASS REQUIREMENTS FOR FFDC?
***NO COMPETITIVE TEAM MEMBER IS PERMITTED TO MISS MORE THAN 4 CLASSES IN ANY WEEKDAY CLASS OR REHEARSAL BLOCK PER SEMESTER.
*****Members that exceed more than 4 absences in any class while under contract will be subject to dismissal mid season.
FFDC Requirements by Team for Dance Season
Petite that are YDP Age
Mandatory Classes: 4.5 hours a week
BTJ
Petite FFDC Technique Class
Petite FFDC Company Class
Ballet 1
Additional classes: YDP Acro, YDP Hip Hop
*This is the minimum requirement, please note, that most dancers take extra classes in addition to the minimum requirement.
Petite that are Level 1 Dancers
Mandatory Classes: 5 hours a week
Petite Technique Class
Petite FFDC Company Class
Ballet 1
Tap 1
Contemporary Lyrical 1/2
Additional Classes: Jazz 1, Modern 1/2, Acro 1, Musical Theatre)
Classes that are encouraged but DO NOT count towards requirement: Latin Fusion, Hip Hop
*This is the minimum requirement, please note, that most dancers take extra classes in addition to the minimum requirement.
Junior
Mandatory Classes: 6 hours a week
Junior FFDC Tap Class
Junior FFDC Jazz Class
Ballet
Tap
Contemporary Lyrical 3/4
Acrobatics or Modern
2 Additional Technique Classes
Additional Technique classes that count towards the requirement: Jazz, Musical Theatre
Classes that are encouraged but DO NOT count towards requirement: Latin Fusion, Hip Hop
*This is the minimum requirement, please note, that most dancers take extra classes in addition to the minimum requirement.
Tween
Mandatory Classes: 6 hours a week plus the Mandatory Saturday Rehearsal
Tween FFDC Company Tap
Tween FFDC Company Jazz
Tween FFDC Company Contemporary
Ballet
Tap
Contemporary/Lyrical or Modern
FFDC Saturday Rehearsal
Additional Classes that count towards the requirement: Jazz, Musical Theatre, Acro
Classes that are encouraged but DO NOT count towards requirement: Latin Fusion, Hip Hop
*This is the minimum requirement, please note, that most dancers take extra classes in addition to the minimum requirement.
Teen Teal
Mandatory Classes: 8 hours a week plus Mandatory Saturday Rehearsal
ALL Rehearsal Blocks (Teen Teal FFDC Company Tap, Teen Teal FFDC Company Jazz, Teen Teal FFDC Company Contemporary)
Ballet
Tap
1 Additional technique Class
FFDC Saturday Rehearsal
Additional Classes that count towards the requirement: Jazz, Contemporary/Lyrical, Musical Theatre, Acro, Modern, Advanced 1x/2x Fusion, Advanced 1x/2x Contemporary FLOW
Classes that are encouraged but DO NOT count towards requirement: Latin Fusion, Hip Hop
*This is the minimum requirement, please note, that most dancers take extra classes in addition to the minimum requirement.
Teen Black
Mandatory Classes: 8 hours a week plus Mandatory Saturday Rehearsal
ALL Rehearsal Blocks (Teen Black FFDC Company Tap, Teen Black FFDC Company Jazz, Teen Black FFDC Company Contemporary)
Ballet
Tap
1 Additional technique classes
FFDC Saturday Rehearsal
Additional Classes that count towards the requirement : Jazz, Contemporary/Lyrical, Musical Theatre, Acro, Modern, Advanced 1x/2x Fusion, Advanced 1x/2x Contemporary FLOW, Advanced 1x/2x Heels, Tap
Classes that are encouraged but DO NOT count towards requirement: Latin Fusion, Hip Hop
*This is the minimum requirement, please note, that most dancers take extra classes in addition to the minimum requirement.
Senior
Mandatory Classes: 8 hours a week plus Mandatory Saturday Rehearsal
ALL Rehearsal Blocks (Senior FFDC Company Tap, Senior FFDC Company Jazz, Senior FFDC Company Contemporary)
Ballet
2 Additional technique classes
FFDC Saturday Rehearsal
Additional Classes that count towards the requirement: Jazz, Contemporary/Lyrical, Musical Theatre, Acro, Modern, Advanced 1x/2x Fusion, Advanced 1x/2x Contemporary FLOW, Advanced 1x/2x Heels, Tap
Classes that are encouraged but DO NOT count towards requirement: Latin Fusion, Hip Hop
*This is the minimum requirement, please note, that most dancers take extra classes in addition to the minimum requirement.
**Summer Requirement is MANDATORY for all FFDC members both new contact holders and dancers that have renewed contracts**
All summer requirement guidelines are the minimum requirement and dancers are encouraged to enroll in additional camps, intensives and classes to maximize their summer training and enhance their technique.
Private lessons may be recommended in addition to your dancer’s summer requirement in technique areas where they may be deficient or need improvement.
FFDC Summer Requirements by Team
Petite FFDC
A combination of intensives/camps and select evening classes or…
A full schedule of technique classes during the 6 week summer session (6-8 technique classes-Hip Hop and Latin Fusion do not count towards this requirement)
Required: FFDC Training Class on Wednesday from 4:30-5:30pm
**If opting for intensives and camps to fulfill the FFDC requirement, Petite dancers are strongly encouraged to take Ballet and Tap during the 6 week summer session to enhance their training. Consistent training is the key to technical and artistic growth!**
**This is the minimum requirement, please note, that most dancers take extra classes in addition to the minimum requirement.
Junior FFDC
A combination of intensives/camps and select evening classes or…
A full schedule of technique classes during the 6 week summer session (6-8 technique classes-Hip Hop and Latin Fusion do not count towards this requirement)
Required: FFDC Training Class on Wednesday from 4:30-5:30pm
**If opting for intensives and camps to fulfill the FFDC requirement, Junior dancers are strongly encouraged to take Ballet and Tap during the 6 week summer session to enhance their training. Consistent training is the key to technical and artistic growth!**
**This is the minimum requirement, please note, that most dancers take extra classes in addition to the minimum requirement.
Tween FFDC
2 Intensive/Dance Camp weeks or…
A combination of intensives/camps and select evening classes or…
A full schedule of technique classes during the 6 week summer session (6-8 technique classes-Hip Hop and Latin Fusion do not count towards this requirement)
**If opting for intensives and camps to fulfill the FFDC requirement, Tween dancers are strongly encouraged to take Ballet and Tap during the 6 week summer session to enhance their training. Consistent training is the key to technical and artistic growth!**
**This is the minimum requirement, please note, that most dancers take extra classes in addition to the minimum requirement.
Teen Teal FFDC
2 Intensive/Dance Camp weeks or…
A combination of intensives/camps and select evening classes or…
A full schedule of technique classes during the 6 week summer session (6-8 technique classes-Hip Hop and Latin Fusion do not count towards this requirement)
Dancers are always welcome and encouraged to register or drop in for additional technique classes.
**This is the minimum requirement, please note, that most dancers take extra classes in addition to the minimum requirement.
Teen Black/Senior FFDC
2 Intensive/Dance Camp weeks or…
A combination of intensives/camps and select evening classes or…
A full schedule of technique classes during the 6 week summer session (6-8 technique classes-Hip Hop and Latin Fusion do not count towards this requirement)
Dancers are always welcome and encouraged to register or drop in for additional technique classes.
**This is the minimum requirement, please note, that most dancers take extra classes in addition to the minimum requirement.
****requirements are subject to change and each dancer is assessed individually over the summer months for contract renewal or invite.
