SUMMER SESSIONS

Curated and led by Amy Gardner, founder of DanceHypha.

This summer, we’re offering four online workshops and a limited opportunity to work privately with Amy through one-on-one mentorship. Designed for pre-professional and professional dance artists, each workshop explores the world of casting, movement direction, and working in film. Cohorts will remain intentionally small to foster depth and dialogue. Individual mentorship calls are available for those seeking focused guidance and tailored artistic development with Amy.

  • Workshop 1

    July 21, 2025 5:00-8:00PM EST

    3-Hours | $125 USD | Limited Space

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  • Workshop 2

    July 31, 2025 5:00-8:00PM EST

    3-Hours | $125 USD | Limited Space

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  • Workshop 3

    August 7, 2025 5:00-8:00PM EST

    3-Hours | $125 USD | Limited Space

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  • Workshop 4

    August 17, 2025 5:00-8:00PM EST

    3-Hours | $125 USD | Limited Space

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  • 1:1 Mentorship

    1 Hour | $175 USD

    Once booked, you’ll be contacted to coordinate your session time. Questions? Email Us.

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  • Dancer Profile Review

    $20 USD

    A personal review of your Dancer Profile, with direct feedback to strengthen your online presence. Available to DanceHypha users.

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ABOUT AMY

Amy Gardner is a respected director and choreographer with over a decade of experience as a professional dancer, spanning concert dance, film and television, touring, music videos and the fine art world. Her transition into choreography unlocked new opportunities in the advertising industry, deepening her expertise. Throughout her career, she has bridged the worlds of dance and film, and with DanceHypha, she aims to expand this connection even further. Believing that a dance career can span many dimensions, she is dedicated to helping dancers access a wide range of meaningful opportunities.

Amy is deeply passionate about casting, curating dancers not only for her own projects but in partnership with top industry creatives. Her talent for assembling exceptional artists has led her to collaborate with casting directors, producers, directors, and choreographers on innovative productions. With refined taste and extensive experience, she has worked with leading brands and visionaries, including Samsung, Moses Sumney, Apple, Smuggler, Netflix, Vogue, TUMI, Kia, Louis Vuitton, and more. For more → amy-gardner.com

OVERVIEW

  • Casting Process & Career Positioning

    • What actually happens during different casting processes

    • How to submit in a way that gets noticed

    • Casting etiquette and red flags to avoid

    • Strengthening your DanceHypha profile and digital presence

    • Using social media to support and amplify your dance career

    • Understanding current casting and industry trends

    Introduction to Movement Direction

    • Movement Direction vs. Choreography: Understand the difference and learn to approach each role with intention and adaptability.

    • Your Role as Head of Department (HOD): Navigate set dynamics and collaborate effectively with directors, producers, DPs, and other department heads. Includes real-world scenarios and guidance on set etiquette.

    • Working with Talent: Techniques for directing models, actors, musicians, and non-dancers in varied timeframes and settings.

    • Types of Jobs & Booking the Work: Learn where movement directors are in demand—from music videos and commercials to fashion and fine art—and how to build a compelling portfolio, develop industry relationships, and generate more opportunities.

    Live Q&A + Personalized Guidance

    A dedicated 30-minute session for your questions, individual feedback, and career strategy tips.

    • 1:1 online coaching session with Amy - 1 hour.

    • Provides tailored guidance to support each dancer's unique development and needs. 

    • Suitable for pre-professional or professional dancers seeking general advice, project guidance, career coaching. brand development and more. 

    • Can be used as a one-time call or scheduled regularly for consistent coaching. 

  • Exclusively for DanceHypha users, this service offers a focused review of your dancer profile. Amy will provide clear, personalized feedback on your branding, language, visuals, and overall presentation.

    Whether you're preparing for casting opportunities or aligning your profile with your creative goals, this review is designed to help you show up with clarity, intention, and range.