The Centre for Advanced Training (CAT) Fund

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The Centre for Advanced Training (CAT) is part of a national network of elite dance programmes that identify and nurture young people from 11 to 18 years old, with exceptional potential - opening doors to world-class dance training, no matter their background or financial means.

By supporting the CAT Fund, your generosity helps young dancers from all walks of life to discover their voices, take bold artistic risks, and gain the confidence to pursue their dreams through transformative dance experiences.

Your donation could help to fund:

  • Bursaries that ensure no talented young person is held back by financial barriers
  • Inspirational residencies with leading choreographers and artists
  • Intensive summer schools offering immersive, high-level dance training and creative exploration

Donate to support our CAT students

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  • A dancer is on the floor with one leg underneath them and the other foot placed on the floor. There arms are behind them holding them in position. They are wearing a black leotard and black tights.