Commercial Dance
Pre-Conservatory & Conservatory
Beyond the studio — This is where commercial dancers are shaped.
Students don’t just take classes.
They train, perform, and evolve—developing the versatility, style, and stage presence demanded of today’s commercial dancer.
The Commercial Dance Pre-Conservatory & Conservatory is a pre-professional, after-school training program for serious dancers in grades 6 to 12 — built for those ready to push further and train with purpose.
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Applications are now open for priority consideration. Space is limited.
Pre-Conservatory students (grades 6–8) train 11.25 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Conservatory students (grades 9–12) train 15.75 hours per week on an expanded schedule. Tuition is $350/month for Pre-Conservatory and $495/month for Conservatory, plus a one-time enrollment fee. Financial assistance is available.
The Commercial Dance Pre-Conservatory & Conservatory at OC Music & Dance is a non-competitive training program for students in grades 6–12 at the intermediate to advanced level. It provides comprehensive training across disciplines reflective of the commercial dance industry, while also preparing students for college dance programs and professional performance opportunities.
Students train in jazz, contemporary/modern, and ballet, alongside musical theatre, hip hop, improvisation, lyrical, and commercial choreography. This diverse curriculum builds versatility while strengthening each dancer’s technical foundation.
Classes emphasize musicality, style, performance quality, and choreography retention, helping students gain confidence both on stage and in audition settings. Dancers learn to adapt to various movement styles and collaborate effectively in ensemble environments.
The program also introduces industry-focused skills such as audition techniques, stage presence, and professional collaboration. Through workshops, performances, and guest artist experiences, students gain exposure to real-world performance settings and professional choreography.
MEET OUR
COMMERCIAL DANCE
ARTISTIC TEAM
RACHEL CHANG (OBERG)
Director of Dance Programs
Rachel Chang (Oberg) is a ballet educator and performer with a strong foundation in classical training and dance education. She is the Director of Dance Programs at OCMD.
Jim Kolb
Commercial Dance Consultant
Jim Kolb, M.A., is a renowned choreographer and educator, former OCSA Conservatory Director, with 30+ years shaping dancers and teaching nationally and internationally.
