Professional Dance Training Program

OFFICIAL TRAINING PROGRAM.

is an empowering 4-week movement training program, guided by our founder, Najla Gilliam along with a distinguished lineup of renowned guest faculty. This program offers an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in our unique practice that integrates dance, martial arts, sound frequency, and mathematical principles. As part of this transformative experience, you'll earn your first student certificate of completion, receive your official FTS Movement uniform, and have the chance to win a scholarship! Plus, you may also be selected for the prestigious FTS Movement Practitioner Certification.

APPLICATION PROCESS!

The application process for this program will consist of a virtual dance audition. All selected applicants will be contacted within 2 weeks following their application completion.

We only accept 10 participants per term, so be sure to submit your audition by the registration deadline.

Audition Update

Exciting News!
We are pleased to announce that auditions for our training program have been extended to January 1, 2025! This gives you more time to prepare and showcase your talent.

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WHAT TO EXPECT!

  • ANCESTRAL MOVEMENT 4-5 DAYS PER WEEK

    Study the world of movement medicine with fundamental movement training and anatomy studies. Our movement classes will incorporate,

    Improv movement

    Contemporary

    Hip Hop

    Movement healing curation

    Choreography

    Anatomy studies

    and more!

  • MARTIAL ARTS TRAINING

    Learn how to discipline the mind and body through the world of martial arts. In this class you will learn how to not only defend yourself, but you will also be guided by high quality martial artists to formulate and strengthen your inner warrior.

  • SOUND FREQUENCY CLASSES

    Explore the roots of Indigenous American sounds and how to utilize sound frequency to heal the body.

  • WEEKLY EXCURSIONS

    Our weekly excursions include traveling the majestic Sedona mountains, Visiting Arizona’s most beautiful national parks and more!

  • WEEKLY CHECK-INS

    Ask your guides questions and receive healthy feedback that you can apply to your overall movement journey. Weekly group and individual check-ins will be provided as well.

  • OPPORTUNITY TO APPLY FOR TEACHER/PRACTITIONER POSITION!

    At the end of the program, select participants will have the opportunity to test their knowledge and submit an application/audition to become an FTS Movement practitioner!

Registration Details

  • August 1-29, 2025

  • Phoenix, Arizona

  • All interested parties must submit an audition video in order to be considered for this program.

    CLICK HERE to see audition information!

  • Intermediate and advanced ONLY! *Previous dance/movement training is required, and SKILL level must be at a minimum of Intermediate.

  • Ages 20+

  • $1200.00

    Payment plans are available for this program!

  • Refunds are not available for any (F)ROM (T)HE (S)OIL MOVEMENT WORKSHOP, INTENSIVE OR PROGRAM! Please read all information prior to registration.

VIDEO SUBMISSION DEADLINE EXTENDED: January 1, 2025!

Requirements:

  • All applicants must have a dance skill level of INTERMEDIATE or ADVANCED!

  • Ages 20+

  • All applicants must follow the video instructions! (Please see instructions below).

VIDEO INSTRUCTIONS:

  • Slate your name, where you are from and why you are interested in the (F)ROM (T)HE (S)OIL Movement official training program. (Please be aware that your answers to these questions are an essential part of being considered for this program). Don’t be afraid to show your personality!

  • Improv/freestyle at least 1-minute and 30-seconds to a song that has been inspiring you lately. Be yourself and have fun!

All selected applicants will be contacted within 2 weeks following their application completion

CLICK HERE TO GET AUDITION TIPS

Our ancestors left the blueprint in the soil, where our roots reside.

(F)rom (T)he (S)oil Movement Founder, Najla Gilliam