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Professional Dance Training
Professional training in Adult Dance in Madrid.
The professional dance training for adults is aimed at people aged 18 and over who wish to develop their career as professional dancers or dance teachers. The program is designed for both beginners and students with experience who seek to refine their technique and expand their training in different disciplines.
The training integrates work in classical ballet, contemporary dance, and modern dance, offering comprehensive technical and artistic development.
It is taught through the Graham and Limón methods, which are fundamental for the development of technique, body awareness, and expressiveness.
The training lasts 3 years plus 1 year of internship and offers two professional pathways: dancer and teacher. The program includes technical, artistic, and pedagogical training with both theoretical and practical assessments.
Awards.
Awarded for Professional Excellence.
Gold Medal for Merit at Work.
Vocational Training Program
Professional dance training with two study pathways: Dancer Training or Teacher Training.
Admission requirements
Dancer Training
Designed for adults aged 18 to 28 years, with or without prior experience.
Focused on technical and artistic development in the performing dance field.
Designed for adults aged 18 to 28 years, with or without prior experience.
Focused on technical and artistic development in the performing dance field.
Teacher Training
Designed for adults 18 years and older, with no upper age limit.
Requires prior assessment of the candidate’s technical, physical, and artistic level.
Focused on pedagogical training for dance teaching.
Designed for adults 18 years and older, with no upper age limit.
Requires prior assessment of the candidate’s technical, physical, and artistic level.
Focused on pedagogical training for dance teaching.
Timetable organization
- Assigned shift:
Each student is assigned to a main shift (morning or afternoon). - Schedule flexibility:
In some cases, morning and afternoon schedules can be combined depending on personal or work needs. - Conditions:
Flexibility must be requested in advance and will be assessed by the management depending on availability.
Duration
- 3 academic years
- + 1 year of professional internship
Evaluation criteria
- Continuous theoretical and practical assessment
- Monitoring of technical and artistic level
- Applicable to both training pathways
Certification
- Private qualification endorsed by Factory Ballet Madrid
Disciplines and complements
Common disciplines
- Classical ballet
- Contemporary dance
- Character dance
- Modern dance
- Graham technique
- Limón technique
- Choreographic laboratory
- Stage laboratory
Technical complements
- Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT)
- Flexibility and physical conditioning
- Dance anatomy
- Acrobatics
Specific Teacher Training module
- Dance teaching methodology
- Pedagogy applied to dance
- Class structure and didactics
1st Year Admission
- Application process:
Send your application to contacto@factoryballet.com.
- Selection process:
The school will review the application and contact the student, assigning a date and format for an interview (in-person or video call).
Important:
No audition is required for admission into first year.
- Interview period:
From March 15 to June 22, 2026 (until all places are filled).
2nd and 3rd Year Admission
- Pre-selection:
Send CV, photos, or video to contacto@factoryballet.com. - Entrance audition:
In-person technical audition. - Date: July 6, 2026
- Time: 9:30 a.m.
- Age: 18 and older
- Levels: intermediate and advanced
- Location: C/ Santa Hortensia, 23 – Factory Ballet Madrid
Why choose Factory Ballet Madrid
Professional classical ballet training for adults, oriented both toward a dancer career and teaching. Personalized technical guidance is offered, along with progressive development in a professional environment.
Dancer Training
In the 3rd year, students complete training placements within the school’s ballet company after an artistic level assessment, joining rehearsals and repertoire work under professional supervision.
These placements are part of the official training program.
Upon completion of the program, students may access paid professional internships within the school’s company, with a contract and social security registration, performing on stage as part of the company cast.
These placements are part of the official training program.
Upon completion of the program, students may access paid professional internships within the school’s company, with a contract and social security registration, performing on stage as part of the company cast.
Teacher Training
In the 3rd year, students complete observation placements in classes (1 hour per week), assisting teachers and learning teaching methodology through supervised interventions.
These placements are included in the training program.
This teacher training is specifically focused on teaching ballet to young children, emphasizing early-stage initiation and basic movement development.
After completing the program, students may join as paid teaching assistants in children’s groups, with a contract and social security registration.
These placements are included in the training program.
This teacher training is specifically focused on teaching ballet to young children, emphasizing early-stage initiation and basic movement development.
After completing the program, students may join as paid teaching assistants in children’s groups, with a contract and social security registration.
Ballet and Dance Department
Manages schedules, curriculum, personalized tutoring, scholarships, auditions, competitions, and performance dates.
Audiovisual Department
Records classes and performances; produces audiovisual material for events. In the final year, students create their video CV and professional photo portfolio.
Costume Department
Provides comfortable and professional costumes for the Company.
Administrative Department
Manages all administrative procedures related to the Company and organizes performance schedules.
SCHEDULE F.P IN DANCE ADULTS
Location 1 · C/ Sta. Hortensia, 23 · Chamartín
First Year
Monday
Classical ballet
9:30 to 11:00
Modern dance
11:00 to 12:30
Acrobatics
11:00 to 12:00
Tap dance
12:00 to 13:00
Wednesday
Classical ballet
9:30 to 11:00
Modern dance
11:00 to 12:30
Acrobatics
11:00 to 12:00
Tap dance
12:00 to 13:00
Tuesday
Character dance
10:00 to 11:00
Classical ballet
11:00 to 12:30
Contemporary
12:30 to 14:00
Thursday
Character dance
10:00 to 11:00
Classical ballet
11:00 to 12:30
Contemporary
12:30 to 14:00
Friday
Classical ballet
9:30 to 11:00
PBT
11:00 to 12:00
Saturday
Acrobatics
10:00 to 11:00
Second Year
Monday
CAP
10:00 to 11:00
Classical ballet
11:00 to 12:30
Graham technique
12:30 to 14:00
Wednesday
CAP
10:00 to 11:00
Classical ballet
11:00 to 12:30
Graham technique
12:30 to 14:00
Tuesday
Classical ballet
9:30 to 11:00
Contemporary
11:00 to 12:30
Modern dance
12:30 to 14:00
Limón technique
12:30 to 14:00
Thursday
Classical ballet
9:30 to 11:00
Contemporary
11:00 to 12:30
Modern dance
12:30 to 14:00
Limón technique
12:30 to 14:00
Friday
Jazz Broadway
9:30 to 11:00
PBT
11:30 to 12:30
Choreographic Lab Graham/Limón
12:30 to 14:00
Saturday
Acrobatics
10:00 to 11:00
Classical ballet
11:00 to 12:30
Stage laboratory
12:30 to 14:00
Third Year
Monday
Classical ballet
9:30 to 11:30
Acrobatics
11:30 to 12:30
Graham technique
12:30 to 14:00
Wednesday
Classical ballet
9:30 to 11:30
Acrobatics
11:30 to 12:30
Limón technique
12:30 to 14:00
Tuesday
Classical ballet
9:30 to 11:30
CAP
11:30 to 12:30
Modern dance
12:30 to 14:00
Thursday
Classical ballet
9:30 to 11:30
CAP
11:30 to 12:30
Modern dance
12:30 to 14:00
Friday
Jazz Broadway
9:30 to 11:00
PBT
11:30 to 12:30
Choreographic Lab Graham/Limón
12:30 to 14:00
Saturday
Acrobatics
10:00 to 11:00
Classical ballet
11:00 to 12:30
Stage laboratory
12:30 to 14:00
First Year
Monday
Contemporary
19:00 to 20:00
Classical ballet
20:00 to 21:30
Tuesday
Jazz Broadway
19:00 to 20:00
Tap dance
20:00 to 21:00
Wednesday
Contemporary
19:00 to 20:00
Classical ballet
20:00 to 21:30
Thursday
Jazz Broadway
19:00 to 20:00
Tap dance
20:00 to 21:00
Friday
Classical ballet
18:30 to 20:00
Saturday
Acrobatics
10:00 to 11:00
Second Year
Monday
Tap dance
19:00 to 20:00
Contemporary
20:00 to 21:30
Tuesday
Tap dance
19:00 to 20:00
Jazz Broadway
20:00 to 21:30
Wednesday
Tap dance
19:00 to 20:00
Contemporary
20:00 to 21:30
Thursday
Tap dance
19:00 to 20:00
Jazz Broadway
20:00 to 21:30
Friday
Classical ballet
18:30 to 20:00
Saturday
Acrobatics
10:00 to 11:00
Classical ballet
11:00 to 12:30
Stage laboratory
12:30 to 14:00
Third Year
Monday
Tap dance
19:00 to 20:00
Contemporary
20:00 to 21:30
Tuesday
Tap dance
19:00 to 20:00
Jazz Broadway
20:00 to 21:30
Wednesday
Tap dance
19:00 to 20:00
Contemporary
20:00 to 21:30
Thursday
Tap dance
19:00 to 20:00
Jazz Broadway
20:00 to 21:30
Friday
Classical ballet
18:30 to 20:00
Saturday
Acrobatics
10:00 to 11:00
Classical ballet
11:00 to 12:30
Stage laboratory
12:30 to 14:00
Frequently Asked Questions about Adult Dance Training in Madrid
It is a dance training program for adults in Madrid designed to develop technique, artistic expression, and physical condition. This training is oriented both toward artistic growth and professional integration within the field of dance and performing arts.
Yes. The program adapts to different levels (beginner, intermediate, and advanced), allowing personalized technical progression according to each student’s experience.
No previous experience is required. The program is designed for both beginners and students with prior dance training.
The process usually includes an application and, in some cases, a placement test or interview to correctly assign the student to the appropriate group.
Depending on the program, disciplines may include classical ballet, contemporary dance, jazz, and complementary technical training (strength, mobility, and coordination).
The training lasts 3 academic years plus 1 year of professional internship, focused on the real application of acquired knowledge.
Yes. The adult program is designed with flexible schedules that allow students to combine it with work or academic life.
Yes. Adult dance training is designed with a focus on professional integration, providing technical, artistic, and stage tools that allow access to opportunities in companies, artistic projects, and professional dance environments.
Its progressive structure, personalized technical guidance, and professional approach oriented both to artistic development and employment opportunities in the dance sector.
Benefits of Dance Training for Adults and Young People
- Professional-oriented training: A structured program designed to prepare students for the professional dance environment, both in performance and teaching fields.
- Artistic and technical development: Training in technique, interpretation, and body awareness focused on professional dance practice.
- Real stage experience: Participation in rehearsals, practical training, and stage projects within a professional working environment.
- Preparation for teaching children: Specific training for assisting or teaching in children’s dance classes under pedagogical supervision.
- Progressive entry into the professional environment: Opportunity to access internships and collaborations within the school depending on the student’s profile and progression.
- Discipline and professional mindset: Development of work habits, consistency, and responsibility typical of the professional dance sector.
- Professional projection in dance: A solid training foundation to continue into companies, stage projects, or dance teaching for children.