2025–2026 Season

We are thrilled to announce the ArtLab J K-POP Dance Team for the 2025–2026 season! Open to dancers ages 6 and up, this program brings together passionate individuals in four dynamic groups:

  • D-Spark: Introductory Level

  • D-Light: Foundation Level

  • D-Edge: Development Level

  • D-Muse: Professional

These teams are part of ArtLab J’s mission to connect communities through dance, culture, and creative leadership. Members will receive K-POP focused training, work with ArtLab J Artistic Director Joori Jung, and participate in performances and outreach events throughout the season. We aim to develop confidence, creativity, discipline, and leadership—both on and off the stage.

Program Overview

Weekly Training & Team Development

  • Weekly 2-hour rehearsals and technique classes focused on K-POP performance and teamwork

Performance & Real-World Experience

  • Multiple performance opportunities throughout the season

  • Participation in community outreach and cultural events

Student Portfolio & Documentation

  • Each member builds a personal scrapbook/portfolio documenting their journey, performances, and growth

Volunteer Hours & Certification

  • Eligible performances and outreach activities qualify for documented volunteer hours

  • Students receive an official certificate of participation and service
    → Valuable for school records, college applications, and leadership development

Leadership & Personal Growth

  • Confidence building, responsibility, and team leadership training

Class Requirements
K-POP DANCE TEAM members must complete a minimum of 2 hours to a maximum of 4 HOURS of dance training per week, including:

  • 1 hour of Ballet, Body Conditioning, Contemporary, or Lyrical

  • 1 hour of Hip-Hop or K-POP

Program Fees

  • Monthly Tuition:

    *$275: Includes 2-4 hours weekly dance classes, 2 hours company rehearsals.

    *$375: Includes Unlimited weekly dance classes, 2 hours company rehearsals.

  • Registration Fee: $350 (due at enrollment)

    • Two professional photo sessions: headshot at the beginning of the season and dance photo mid-season

    • Group choreography fees

    • Administrative costs are included in the registration Fee.

  • Season Audition fee: $25

    **Costume Fee:** $80–$120 per piece
    **Special Event / Competition Fees:** Billed separately as event dates approach

Calendar Highlights
Dates subject to change; additional events may be added.

  • Sept 12 – Orientation 5 pm-6:30 pm

  • Sept 15 – First Day of Class

  • Oct 25 – Fall Team Bonding & Workshop

  • Dec 13 – Winter Showcase

  • Feb – Local Community Performance

  • May – Local Community Performance

  • Early June – Spring Concert

  • Early Sept – Detroit Dance City Festival


D-EDGE ARTISTS

Payton

Elleigh

Gabriela

Mei

Layla

Saya

Saanvi

Evelyn

D-LIGHT ARTISTS

Alice

Angelisa

Sowon

Kaima

Marvel

Laele

Gaeun

Lavender

D-SPARK ARTISTS

Sia

 

Amelia

Haley

Hannie

Ahin

Rhea

 


Booking Info & Workshop: artlabjkpop@artlabj.com