FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do I join Dance to Unite internship programs?
Please email kate@dancetounite.org to express interest and for more information.
Where and when does Dance to Unite offer its classes?
Dance to Unite classes are currently offered in NYC; Manhattan's Lower East Side, Chinatown, Brooklyn and the Bronx
Dance to Unite classes operate one hour a week at the after-school hours between 3:00pm–6:00pm, on weekdays: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
Our Dance to Unite classes at the school are taught by our paid Teaching Artists (those who completed our internship programs and joined our teaching staff).
For latest updates on our schedule please email info@dancetounite.org
Do I need to be a professional dancer to teach for Dance to Unite?
You do not have to be a professional dancer or have any professional dancing experience. Some dance background is required in order to teach our weekly classes (background can be basic).
Is teaching for Dance to Unite a paid position?
Dance to Unite offers a non paid internship for assistant teachers and lead teachers.
Interns receive a free training in the Dance to Unite Teaching Method.
Those who complete both internship programs and prove to be a fit can advance to join our paid Teaching Artist staff.
How old do I need to be in order to teach for Dance to Unite?
Lead teachers must be at least 18 years of age.
Those under 18 can join our assistant teacher internship program with parent/guardian consent.
I am a choreographer and would like to send some of my work to Dance to Unite for consideration. What do I need to do?
Dance to Unite welcomes new teachers as well as new guest artists, please e-mail your bio and/or a link to your website to: info@dancetounite.org
I am a professional who conducts special workshops about culture and diversity yet I am not a dancer, can I still offer my service to Dance to Unite?
Absolutely, we encourage it!
Although our weekly classes are dance classes, we encourage diverse professionals to educate our youth about different cultures through special workshops. Over the years we welcomed cultural workshops that were not exclusive to dance such as: The Art of Henna, Islamic Art, and a creative Cartoon Workshop, those workshops complement our weekly dance classes by providing an interactive experience of cultural education, which contributes to our mission of teaching and celebrating diversity.
Please check our Guest Artists page and Gallery Special Workshops
What age group does Dance to Unite target?
Dance to Unite offers its classes to elementary and middle school students (first grade to eighth grade).
I am a parent and would like to sign up my child to one of your classes, what do I need to do?
Dance to Unite partners with after-school agencies. We would love to connect with the after-school of your child and see if we can offer our services to your child's program. Please send a detailed email to: info@dancetounite.org
Dance to Unite is located in New York City, how can we bring the program to other locations?
Dance to Unite is in the process of working on a model that will be implemented in other locations. Please revisit the website for updates about this inquiry.
Do I need to be vaccinated for COVID-19 to participate as a volunteer, become an intern or visit as a guest?
Yes. Dance to Unite operates in alignment with NYC Department of Education guidelines.
How can I donate to Dance to Unite?
Dance to Unite is a 501(c)(3) organization. Donations can be made through our website by clicking on the Donate button on our Home page.
You can also mail your check donation to the address below:
Dance to Unite, Inc.
222 West 14th Street #8G
New York, NY 10011