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Associates Programme

Associates Programme

Live Training.
Monthly Plans.
Workshops.

Let’s take this up a level!

Our Associates Programme has been created for talented young dancers and their teachers who want to push their ability further to unlock their full potential.

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Monthly
live training

Exclusive
Monthly
mentoring

Custom made
technique exercises

Yoga and
mediation
workshops

Choreography
Techniques

Career and artist
development

Stretch and
conditioning

Dream big
Train big.

High level training on your doorstep to help you `level up’ your dance career no matter your age.

Our Associates Programme takes dance training and mentorship up a level, often resulting in an elite amateur or professional dance career. It’s a monthly training experience, guided by some of the world’s leading mentors, that will help dancers prove they’ve got what it takes to perform at the highest level. And because the programme is based locally, there’s no need for expensive trips to mainland UK. The very best platform to take your skills higher is right here, right now.

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HAPPY PEOPLE

“5678 - you were fantastic. Thank you 5,6,7,8 Elite Dance Competition we had the best weekend. The standard of dancing was insane. Thank you to the amazing judges and to our wonderful teachers & creatives - we are so blessed to have you. Huge congratulations to all the dance schools this weekend - so lovely to see you all and lovely to meet some new teachers”. ‘Spectacular’

“A really well organised competition with a judging panel of top industry professionals. We love the opportunities and inspiration it provides to our students regardless of their level”

“What an amazing time we all had in Dublin over the weekend. Such a fun, positive atmosphere at 5,6,7,8 Elite Dance Competition for all the dancers taking part, big thank you to all the event organisers. Beyond proud of this team of dancers and how hard they work. Well done guys!!” ‘Sinead Sheppard School Of Dance’

Programmes

Belfast Programme

£15-35 Monthly / £65-£165 Block booking
  • Monthly 1.5-3 hours Live training
  • Exclusive monthly Mentoring
  • Exclusive Performance Opportunities
  • Online Yoga & Mediation workshops
  • Choreography Development
  • Career & Artist Development Masterclasses
  • Exclusive discounts at LIVE events
  • Group whatsapp for updates & more
  • Minis/Juniors/Seniors
Questions? Contact us today

Dublin Programme

€20-39 Monthly / €90-185 Block booking
  • Monthly 1.5-3 hours Live training
  • Exclusive Monthly Mentoring
  • Exclusive Performance Opportunities
  • Yoga & Mediation workshops
  • Choreography workshops
  • Career & Artist Development Masterclasses
  • Exclusive discounts at LIVE events
  • Group whatsapp for updates & more
  • Minis/Juniors/Seniors
Questions? Contact us today

The best learn from the best

To become the best dancer possible, you’ve got to learn from the best possible dance teachers. That’s exactly what we’ve lined up for all our Associates Programme members. If you want to reach for the stars our world-renowned faculty can show you the way - they’ve all been there and back quite a few times already.

We’ve got it, if you want it

We want all our associates to achieve their goals, no matter what they are. Our version of success is every single programme member finding a pathway that excites them and continues to sustain their love of dance for the rest of their lives. If that sounds like the perfect plan, come on in. We’re ready to go when you are.

By dancers, for dancers

Programme members learn and grow by following a carefully considered series of workshops, lessons and one-to-one sessions. The plan has been created by world-renowned performers who are experts in the foundation training needed to become a successful artist with a realistic and sustainable future within the dance world.

Meet the mentors

Meet
Neil O'Brien

Neil trained in Billie Barry Stage School and Broadway Dance Centre, NYC. While in New York he studied under the mentorship of David Marquez(B’way Tom Sawyer), Josh Bergasse(On the Town,Gigi).

Neil trained in Billie Barry Stage School and Broadway Dance Centre, NYC. While in New York he studied under the mentorship of David Marquez(B’way Tom Sawyer), Josh Bergasse(On the Town,Gigi). He ended up assisting both in many regional shows throughout the USA, most notably Carousel(BSC), Ticket to Ride (Shubert Theatre), West Side Story Suite (City Centre, NYC). He was a member of The Chase Brock Experience and SLC where he created new works shown at City Centre,NY, Alvin Ailey Theatre, NY, Cedar Lake , NY and The Joyce, NY. He has toured all over the world with stage shows such as Shake, Rattle and Roll, Dancing Queen, West Side Story, and also on Cruise Ships. He is a member of Ponydance, and has performed their shows ‘Ponybois’ ‘Where did it all go Right’ ‘Pony Panto’ and ‘Anybody Waitin’ all over the world, his favourite being at HIFA festival in Zimbabwe. Choreography credits include Beauty and The Beast, Sleeping Beauty, and Cinderella at the Cork Opera House, ‘Starting Point(e) and “Miles Away Beside You’ at Smock Alley and ’Holding On’ in the Axis Theatre, . He was assistant choreographer for Grease at the Gaiety Theatre and Ticket to Ride- The Beatles Experience at the Shubert Theatre, Connecticut. He was associate Director/Choreographer for ‘In The Heights’ in Portland, Oregon. He has choreographed a PSA for the Road Safety Authority and ‘Trapped in Love’ the new music video from Miss Kate. As a teacher, Neil has taught workshops throughout Ireland, UK, Mexico and USA. He was also on faculty for The Joffrey Summer Intensive and The Pulse Convention, USA. Recently taught classes at the UK’s biggest convention MOVE IT and is HEAD OF DANCE at Phoenix College of Performing Arts Dublin.

Meet
Lizzy Benham

Lizzy started dancing competitively at the age of 8. After winning numerous All-Ireland Championships she went on to represent Ireland in the 5 Nations Dance Contest in 3 different dance styles.

Lizzy started dancing competitively at the age of 8. After winning numerous All-Ireland Championships she went on to represent Ireland in the 5 Nations Dance Contest in 3 different dance styles. Upon retiring from the competitive world of dance, Lizzy went on to complete her professional training. She obtained a Diploma in Professional Dance from The College of Dance in Dublin before being awarded a full scholarship to study at London Studio Centre in the UK where she acquired a BA(Hons) Degree in Theatre Dance.

Most recently, Lizzy has acted as dance captain to prepare and star in performances for the debut season of The Big Deal in association with FOX US and Virgin Media Television. She was also a featured dancer on seasons 1&2 of Ireland’s Got Talent.

Further TV and stage credits include the All-Ireland Talent Show, ad campaigns for Vodafone, Theatre M.A.D’s West End Bares - fire breather (2011), a UK tour with London Studio Centre’s Jazz Dance Company (2012), the BRIT Awards (2012) with Olly Murs feat. Rizzle Kicks, a residency with the Body of People (BOP) Jazz Company (2013), Dial M for Music’s Wilde Nights Cabaret (2014, 2015 & 2016 – Dancer, 2017 – Assistant Choreographer & Dance Captain), Laochra – 1916 Commemoration at Croke Park, (2016), Gaiety Pantomimes Cinderella (2012/2013), Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (2013/2014), Peter Pan (2014/2015), Robin Hood and his Merry Men (2016/2017) and The Snow Queen (2018/2019), The Golden Era at the Mansion House (2017/2018), L’Oreal Colour Trophy, (2018) and the ARIIX & New Age Awards – Assistant Creative Director (2021).

Lizzy’s passion for dance extends beyond performing. She is also a qualified Sports Therapist and holds a BSc. in Physical Education & Biology from DCU where she graduated top of her class. Lizzy juggles teaching for numerous dance schools across Ireland with being a Secondary School teacher delivering Junior Cert Science, Leaving Cert Biology and P.E. to students at second level. She believes in the importance of quality dance training and the need to incorporate the arts more prominently into our school system.

Meet
Clara Kerr

Clara has recently graduated from The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA) with a first-class honours degree in Dance. Since graduating, Clara has directed and choreographed two full length dance pieces, one of which (An Féileacán Agus An Rí), was performed as part of the Belfast Children’s Festival.

Clara has recently graduated from The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA) with a first-class honours degree in Dance. Since graduating, Clara has directed and choreographed two full length dance pieces, one of which (An Féileacán Agus An Rí), was performed as part of the Belfast Children’s Festival. Throughout LIPA and the past year, Clara has been involved in multiple performances, including a month-long run at the NEC Arena Birmingham and is currently working with Maiden Voyage Dance on their now work ‘Turnabout’ choreographed by Jennifer Rooney. She has also performed extensively as a professional Irish Dancer.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I enter one of the competition events?

Please click the link below to set up your dance schools account on Dance Comp Genie. Also please read our rules and regulations before entering.

Do you have to audition for the 5678 Associates Programme?

No this course is open to all intermediate to advanced dancers age 8+ it happens monthly in Belfast & Dublin.

How much is it to enter the events?

All costings are in our Rules & Regulations, our sections are individually priced.

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Do you have to be part of a dance school to enter these events?

No you don't have to enter with a school you can enter as an independent dancer as long as you have your parent or gaurdians permission if you are under 16yrs old.

Can we film at the event?

Yes you can but only if you have purchased a VIDEO PASS and left your full contact setails with a member of 5678 staff at the front desk upon purchasing it. You also have to be sitting in the designated VIDEO PASS AREA or you will be asked to stop filming.

How do we enter dance for your life and battles?

Dance For Your Life can we registered for via Dance Comp Genie when the spaces for each section are full we will close entries. If there are spaces left on the day of the event the registration will open for the remaining places at some point throughout the afternoon and will be announced on the day from Room1.

All Battles can ONLY BE ENTERED ON THE DAY at our live events and it is a first come first served basis.

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