Call for EDAM Scholarship Training Program Winter 2027

Deadline: November 30, 2026
Training Period:  Jan 5 - Apr 4, 2027 (13 weeks)

Program Details

EDAM is offering 6 Training Scholarships for the Winter 2027 Term.

EDAM is offering 6 Training Scholarships for the Winter 2027 Term. This program offers participants an opportunity to intensify their Contact Improvisation practice and professional dance training. Scholarship recipients will immerse themselves in EDAM’s distinct lineage, rich community, and ongoing research within the practice of Contact Improvisation (CI).

What the Scholarship Includes

During the training period, scholarship recipients receive:

• FREE access to all drop-in classes and jams.

• FREE admission to the Fundamentals Workshop on Saturday, January 30th, 2027 from 12:30 - 4:30 p.m..

• 50% discount on all other workshops and special offerings.

• a supportive community of practice, offering opportunities to build lasting professional connections and peer relationships within the Vancouver dance milieu.

Scholarship Commitment

Recipients are expected to:

• Attend Morning Classes: Attend a minimum of three Morning Classes per week, one of which must be a Skills Class.
  - Morning Class runs Monday - Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
  - Skills Classes are held on Tuesdays and Fridays
  - Classes are taught by Artistic Director Olivia Shaffer and Company Teachers: Anne Cooper, Francesca Frewer, Arash Khakpour, and Hayley Gawthrop
  - We understand that special circumstances come up. Up to two weeks of absences may be approved for essential professional opportunities or personal commitments.

• Support Studio Operations: Assist with studio responsibilities (such as studio setup and helping to manage class sign-in)

• Engage in Practice: Contribute thoughts, questions, and curiosities to class discussions.

• Uphold Community Standards: Respect and act in accordance with EDAM's Values and EDAM’s Code of Conduct.

• Participants are strongly encouraged to attend EDAM’s ongoing Wednesday evening Foundations Class (6:30 - 8:00 p.m.), and Sunday All Levels Class (12:30 - 2:30 p.m.) to receive well-rounded, integrated training and contribute to the shared learning of other classes.

• Membership: Please note, if you are new to EDAM, a $5 membership fee is required upon acceptance.

Who Should Apply?

We are looking for dedicated individuals ready to engage deeply with their practice of CI, dance improvisation and / or performance. This call is open to:

• Professional or pre-professional performing artists (in any physical discipline) with foundational experience in Contact Improvisation.

• CI practitioners who have already been training at EDAM and wish to deepen their practice.

• Priority may be given to applicants who are already familiar with Morning Class at EDAM, and / or those who have demonstrated consistent attendance in EDAM’s Foundations and All Levels classes over a number of years. However, we encourage interested artists who are newer to EDAM to apply also.

• Priority will be given to artists based in Vancouver.

How to Apply

Please submit your application via GoogleForm below by no later than Monday, November 30th 2026, at 11:59 PM.

Alternative Formats: If you prefer to submit your application in an alternative format, please email Sierra at info@edamdance.org no later than Thursday, November 19th, 2026 to arrange.

Questions about the program: Please contact Olivia at director@edamdance.org.

Applicants will be notified of results by December 15th, 2026.