scholarships

about our scholarships

We believe everyone deserves a safe space to dance, explore, express and connect with others. However, we recognize that dance class is a privilege that is not often attainable for everyone. We also acknowledge that oppressive societal structures put certain folks at a disadvantage that may rob them of opportunities.

These scholarships are one of several ways we work to provide more affordable and accessible opportunities to dance with us. Applications are easy to complete and do not require proof or declaration of need or status.

currently available

R.E.D. (rewarding + empowering dancers) by rhiannon foster

The scholarship that started it all, we are grateful for our community member Rhiannon for helping us build a scholarship program that has now grown to over $20,000 in bursaries per year.

We're so excited to introduce the R.E.D. (Rewarding & Empowering Dancers) Scholarship, created in partnership with Rhiannon Foster and her company Red Door Homes Group. Our scholarship program allows everyone to experience “the glow”, no matter their background or current financial situation. Watch the video to hear from Rhiannon about why she decided to start the R.E.D. scholarship. Applications do not require proof or declaration of financial need, and operate on an honour system.

bursary for indigenous folks by
our founders + the lumifamily fund

We believe everyone deserves a safer space to dance, explore, express and connect with others. We also acknowledge that oppressive societal structures put Indigenous folks at a disadvantage that may rob them of this and other opportunities. We also recognize that Indigenous dancers unfortunately receive additional layers of discrimination when they express their sexuality, and so want to eliminate as many barriers as possible to being celebrated. This scholarship, started by our founders, is one of several ways we’re working to provide more accessible opportunities for Indigenous folks to dance with us. Applications do not require proof or declaration of status and operate on an honour system.

bursary for BIPOC dancers by
our founders + the lumifamily fund

We believe everyone deserves a safer space to dance, explore, express and connect with others. We also acknowledge that oppressive societal structures may put some BIPOC at a disadvantage that may rob them of this and other opportunities. We also recognize that BIPOC unfortunately receive additional layers of discrimination when they express their sexuality, and so want to eliminate as many barriers as possible to being celebrated on stage. This scholarship, started by our founders, is one of several ways we’re working to provide more opportunities for BIPOC to dance with us. Applications do not require proof of heritage, and operate on an honour system.

bursary for LGBTQIA+ dancers by
our founders + the lumifamily fund

We believe everyone deserves a safer space to dance, explore, express and connect with others. We also acknowledge that oppressive societal structures may put some LGBTQIA+ dancers at a disadvantage that may rob them of this and other opportunities. We also recognize that LGBTQIA+ dancers unfortunately receive additional layers of discrimination when they express their sexuality, and so want to eliminate as many barriers as possible to being celebrated on stage. This scholarship, started by our founders, is one of several ways we’re working to provide more opportunities for LGBTQIA+ folx to dance with us. Applications do not require disclosure of sexual orientation or gender identity, and operate on an honour system.

bursary for foster parents
by anonymous donor

“Those who are caring for others also deserve to feel cared for. Dance brings rhythmic healing to the soul and we hope you can use this opportunity to enjoy some self care.” - Anonymous. This bursary is available for foster parents (no documentation required).

bursary for single mothers
by leah taylor

“Life as a single mother can mean that your time, energy, and love are always being given away in service to others. I hope that this bursary means mama can take even just 2 hours per week to give herself some me time, empowering energy, and community love.” This bursary is available for any single mothers (no proof required, based on an honour system).

financial need open bursaries by
our founders + kim/warren sandbeck

We understand that dance class can be an expensive investment in yourself, that many may not be able to afford. This scholarship, funded by our community events and private donors, is one of several ways we work to provide more affordable opportunities for those in financial need to dance with us. Applications do not require proof or declaration of financial need, and operate on an honour system. You may state in your application if you’re seeking a full or partial bursary. Thank you to Kim Sandbeck for sponsoring a student each term, in memory of Warren Sandbeck.

financial need open bursary by
catherine the great

This scholarship, funded by a private donor, is available for any dancer in financial need to receive. Applications do not require proof or declaration of financial need, and operate on an honour system. You may state in your application if you’re seeking a full or partial bursary. Thank you to Catherine, a Luminesque student who experienced their own life changing term, and wanted to create space for others to have that too.