Our Mission

Our Mission Statement

We are dedicated to presenting the art of ballroom dance with elegance and integrity, upholding the highest technical and artistic standards. In both performance and daily life, we seek to embody the values of our faith—demonstrating respect, modesty, and excellence in all we do. With a desire to follow the example of Christ, we strive to use our talents to uplift and inspire, offering wholesome entertainment that honors our principles and blesses those we serve.

Our Values Statement

We are committed to creating a supportive environment where students are valued, challenged, and inspired to reach their fullest potential in technique and artistry. Guided by the Aims of a BYU Education—spiritually strengthening, intellectually enlarging, character building, and inspiring lifelong learning and service—we strive to develop dancers who embody excellence, integrity, faith, and unity.

Company Expectations & Policies

  • Full-Time Student Status: Company members must be enrolled as full-time students and remain in good academic standing.
  • Required/Expected Course Enrollment: Each semester, company members are required to enroll in the assigned company performance course (DANCE 288R, 388R, or 488R) and expected to enroll in at least one approved technique course (DANCE 284, 285, 382, 383, 384, 385, 480, 484, or 485).

  • Professionalism: Company members are expected to attend all rehearsals and arrive punctually, prepared, attentive, and ready to work. Absences are not acceptable unless approved in advance by the director.
  • Performance Commitments: Participation in assigned performance opportunities is a required part of company membership. Performance dates and additional opportunities will be announced periodically throughout the year.
  • Honor Code: Company members must abide by the BYU Honor Code and BYU Dress and Grooming Standards.
  • Department Rehearsal Attire Code: Company members are expected to follow the Department of Dance attire code for company rehearsals, practices, and dance classes.
  • Company Activities: Company members are expected to participate in all activities, including rehearsals, performances, devotionals, meetings, and socials.
  • Service Responsibilities: All company members are expected to participate in assigned responsibilities related to setup, strike, and the organization of performance and competition needs.

  • Active Competition: Company members are expected to remain active ballroom dance competitors as part of their continued development and training.
  • Competition Costume Guidelines: BYU Costume Guidelines must be followed at both on-campus and off-campus competitions.

  • Performance Hair Styles: Specific hairstyles and grooming may be required for performances and competitions. Men’s hair must conform to the ballroom aesthetic and be cut above the ears and collar line. Extreme or unnatural hair colors or styles are not permitted.
  • Personal Costume Items: Company members are responsible to purchase and maintain designated personal costume items as specified by the director, including the following:
    • Men: Black Latin trousers and appropriate dance shoes.
    • Women: Fishnet stockings and appropriate dance shoes.

  • Company Dues: Company dues each semester:
    • DANCE 288: $100/semester
    • DANCE 388: $125/semester
    • DANCE 488: $125/semester