FAQ

To make sure you’re fully set up for every moment, we’ll share a Student Schedule and Dancer Checklist outlining what to wear and bring each day.

Think your usual dance essentials — plus anything you personally need to feel prepared and confident.

Typical basics include:

• Dancewear you can move in

• Appropriate footwear for commercial styles

• Water bottle, snacks, and any personal care items

• Notebook or phone for notes during panels

🎥 Special Requests? We’ve Got You Covered.

If any classes, video shoots, or special projects require specific attire or materials, we’ll let you know ahead of time under the DANCER CHECKLIST in 2026 CDE Schedule and send an email to remind you to check it out!

No surprises — just good prep. 😁

CDE is designed for intermediate to advanced dancers ages 12+ who have interest in learning about/training in the commercial dance industry.

No prior commercial training is required. 

What is Commercial Dance

Commercial dance is the style of dance performed in professional entertainment and media. It includes:

• Music videos and concert tours

• Television and film

• Musical theatre and live productions

• Award shows and special events

• Social media and digital content
  
  

Commercial dance blends strong technical training with performance quality and versatility. Dancers are expected to:

• Pick up choreography quickly

• Adapt across multiple styles (jazz, hip hop, contemporary, heels, etc.)

• Perform with confidence, clarity, and personality

• Be camera-aware and industry-ready
  
  

It is both athletic and artistic — designed for dancers who want to train beyond the studio and step into the professional world.

Registration, Payment, and Cancelation Policy

• Registration is confirmed once payment has been received in full.

• Cancellations after the final payment date may not be eligible for refund.

• If CDE must cancel the event, participants will receive a full refund.

Attendance

• Participants are expected to attend all scheduled classes and activities.

• No partial-day discounts are available.
  
  

Code of Conduct
CDE is a pre-professional-level environment. Participants are expected to:

• Arrive on time

• Be respectful to faculty and fellow dancers

• Maintain professionalism in class

• Represent their studios and schools with integrity

• Respect the studios and facilities
  
  

Failure to uphold these standards may result in dismissal during CDE.

🎬 Because you’ll be dancing on camera.
The on-set portion of the Commercial Dance Experience focuses on how to perform for film and television — which means we’ll be filming throughout the day.

📲 Where does the footage go?
Select footage will be edited and shared on the Seton Hill Dance Department Instagram and other CDE-related platforms to showcase the experience.

📝 Why the form matters
A signed media release allows us to include you in:

• Video footage

• Photos

• Credits and social media content
  
  

Without a signed waiver, we unfortunately cannot include dancers in any filmed content.

👀 Want to see what it’s like?
Check out our video from last year to get a glimpse of the on-set experience and the kind of work you’ll be doing under Inside The Commercial Dance Experience 

Parking is available for FREE at Seton Hill University's designated lot:

University Lot
131 Seton Hill Drive

Greensburg, PA 15601

Parking Map Here!

If you are dropping off a student

Participants should plan to arrange off-campus housing if required. 

Here are a list of hotels in the area we recommend

Hotels Near SHU