TRAIN SMARTER

SCHOLARSHIP

TRAIN SMARTER

SCHOLARSHIP

INVESTING IN THE FUTURE OF DANCE

Each year we award one graduating senior pursuing a dance-related degree — because the future of dance deserves informed, sustainable training.

2026 RECIPIENT · CLASS OF '26

MEET OUR RECIPIENT

OLIVIA GOLDBERG

Chapman University - Dance Performance

"Ten pirouettes do not have the same effect on an audience as a simple, yet emotional, gesture."

"We read your essay, and it stayed with us — you already understand something that takes many dancers years to learn, that the moments people remember aren't the flashiest ones, but the ones that make them feel something. We're glad to support you, and we're looking forward to seeing where your training takes you."


- From Jonathan & Chelsea Godfrey

WHY THIS EXISTS

We believe strong, intelligent training builds not only better dancers — but longer, healthier careers. Through Godfrey Method On Demand, our Teacher Resource Center, and our in-person intensives, this scholarship is how we invest in the next generation of dancers and dance educators.

WHAT "TRAIN SMARTER" MEANS

WE LOOK FOR DANCERS WHO VALUE

If you believe education strengthens the art form, this scholarship is for you.

THE APPLICATION CYCLE

A TYPICAL YEAR

SPRING

APPLICATIONS OPEN

MID-MAY

APPLICATIONS CLOSE

JUNE 1

WINNER ANNOUNCED

JULY / AUGUST

FUNDS DISTRIBUTED

Exact 2027 dates will be posted here closer to the cycle.

STAY IN THE LOOP

BE THE FIRST TO KNOW

Applications for the next Train Smarter Scholarship open in Spring 2027.


Join the list and we'll email you the moment it goes live — plus deadline reminders and essay prompts.

QUESTIONS

FREQUENTLY ASKED