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AQ Elite Scholars Program specializes in training students for dance competitions and performances cultivating excellence and artistry while fostering a culture of holistic development. Embark on a journey of artistic mastery with the AQ Elite Scholars Program, where we celebrate the dedication, passion, and potential of our dancers. AQ Dance is not just about winning accolades; it’s a nurturing ground for the holistic development of our students. We believe that the true essence of dance education extends far beyond the stage—it’s about cultivating the discipline, resilience, teamwork, and positive work ethics that form the bedrock of success in all of life’s endeavors.
Our scholarship program is AQ Dance’s heartfelt contribution to the dance community, a testament to our desire to nurture the next wave of elite dancers. We are devoted to offering our most deserving students a comprehensive support system to foster their growth as both dancers and individuals.
The triumphs of our AQ Scholars in competitions and public performances, where they have clinched top prizes, are a mere glimpse into the capabilities developed within the realms of our studio. Every pirouette and plié is infused with life skills that shape our students into versatile and robust characters, prepared to face the world with grace and determination.
Open exclusively to our current students, the AQ Elite Scholars Program is an odyssey that begins with the commitment to at least one dance module at our studio. Through annual auditions conducted by an external dance expert, we identify the luminaries who will receive year-long specialized training at subsidized cost, enhancing the rich tapestry of their dance education.
But the spotlight shines on more than just their technical abilities. As our scholars traverse the extensive dance genres offered by our diverse faculty, they also learn to sync in harmony with fellow dancers, appreciate the value of sustained effort, and emerge as team players who understand the strength in unity.
AQ Dance is proud to present this prestigious program across three levels, welcoming a broad range of ages into the fold:
Level 1 Scholars: Young aspirants aged 6 – 8 years, taking their first grand jeté into the world of dance.
Level 2 Scholars: Zealous dancers aged 9 – 12 years, perfecting their form and finding their rhythm.
Level 3 Scholars: Adolescent talents aged 13 – 15 years and above, refining their craft and preparing for the dance of life.
The AQ Elite Scholars Program is a holistic curriculum, a dance journey that goes beyond the traditional. It is here that our students don’t just learn to dance—they learn to live, lead, and succeed. Join us.
Scholarship Recipients
- AQ Scholarship Program 2019 – Total of 42 students benefited from this Sponsored Program
- Full Sponsorship for all Scholars to partake in the 2019 Get The Beat Competition
- Full Sponsorship for all Scholars to partake in the 2019 Get The Beat Nationals
Level One Scholars:
- Kyla Tan
- Mavis Chan
- Alicia How
- Jenis Yap
- Chow Li Ling
- Ada Lim
- Meredith Leow
- Avril Chong
- Kylie Ho
- Lim Zi Yun
- Juliet Chan
- Aubrey Liew
- Avril Chan
- Ariel Toh
- Lucinda Ho
- Elizabeth Kam
- Amelia Ng
- Cate Lau
- Celine Lee
- Lauren Akintewe
- Kelsey Tan
- Nadya Tachhi
- Berlynne Goh
Level Two Scholars:
- Christelle Pang
- Farrah Farhann
- Chloe Liang
- Reinna Suherman
- Trinity Ang
- Celine Lee
- Megan Yeo
- Natalie Chan
- Amber Chong
- Yip He Hua
- Renee Khaw
- Annabelle Tan
Level Three Scholars:
- Natalie Low
- Estee Goh
- Liv Ng
- Shannon Chong
- Oh Jing Wen
- Amelie Phua
- Emily Kam
- AQ Scholarship Program 2017 – Total of 47 students benefited from this Sponsored Program
- Full Sponsorship for all Scholars to partake in the 2017 Get The Beat Competition
- Full Sponsorship for all Scholars to partake in the 2017 Get The Beat Nationals
Level One Scholars:
- Hannah Tan
- Kylie Ho
- Berlynne Goh
- Lauren Akintewe
- Soh Kai Jin
- Kelsey Tan
- Abigail Lim
- Wong Shi Jia
- Elizabeth Kam
- Christelle Pang
- Zoe Lee
- Chloe Liang
- Shayne Lim
- Cheryl Chua
- Farrah Farhann
- Reinna Suherman
- Sarah Tan
- Lydia Moi
- Celine Lee
- Naomi Martel
- Ang Sze Yee
- Megan Yeo
Level Two Scholars:
- Kayla Ann Tan
- Amber Chong
- Jimmy Bradley
- Renee Khaw
- Gwen Lai
- Amelie Phua
- Kirsten See Tho
- Emily Kam
- Annabelle Tan
- Laetitia Lastennet
- Kristy Ann Lim
- Shannon Chong
- Liv Ng
- Estee Goh
- Oh Jing Wen
- Evelyn Tan
Level Three Scholars:
- Natalie Low
- Ke Nora
- Yeow Yu I
- Isabel Smith
- Noelle Lim
- Oh Shu Xin
- Avril Lee
- Rachel Eliza Ng
- Gertrude Cheung
- AQ Scholarship Program 2016 – Total of 43 students benefited from this Sponsored Program
- Full Sponsorship for selected students to partake in the Asian Grand Prix Competition in Hong Kong
Level One Scholars:
- Cheryl Chua
- Sarah Tan
- Farrah Farhann
- Caylin Wallick
- Reinna Suherman
- Lydia Moi
- Janelle Yeo
- Kim Seo Yeon
- Chua Lee-Ann
- Drinah Sim
- Megan Yeo
- Jimmy Bradley
- Natalie Chan
- Amber Chong
- Kayla Ann Tan
- Kailie Noel Han
Level Two Scholars:
- Kim En Bi
- Renee Khaw
- Laetitia Lastennet
- Kristy Ann Lim
- Kirsten See Tho
- Amelie Phua
- Emily Kam
- Tania Lye
- Shannon Chong
- Liv Ng
- Chua Rui Xuan
- Estee Goh
Level Three Scholars:
- Natalie Low
- Ke Nora
- Yeow Yu I
- Isabel Smith
- Naomi Yiang
- Shyann Chua
- Andrea Lee
- Oh Xu Wen
- Emma Pereira
- Kenza Diemont
- Oh Shu Xin
- Soon Yan Lin
- Liu Yuqi
- Avril Lee
- Rachel Ng
- AQ Scholarship Program 2015 – Total of 19 students benefited from this Sponsored Program
- Full Sponsorship for selected students to partake in the Asian Grand Prix Competition in Hong Kong
- Winner – Oh Shu Xin
- Winner – Oh Shu Xin
- CHEW YEN
- KAILIE HAN
- NATALIE CHAN
- KAYLA ANN TAN
- LAETITIA LASIENNET
- KRISTY ANN LIM
- KIARA KATRINA NORONHA
- SHANNON CHONG
- LIV NG
- OH JING WEN
- OH XU WEN
- NOELLE LIM
- HELEN LEE
- OH SHU XIN
- LIU YUQI
- LAU WEI SHUEN
- LIM SHI MIN
- JESSICA LIAO
- ANG CYGEERN
- ISABEL SMITH
AQ Scholarship Program 2014 – Total of 16 students benefited from this Sponsored Program
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- AQ Scholarship Program 2013 – Total of 24 students benefited from this Sponsored Program
- Full Sponsorship for selected students for the 2013 RAD Summer School Scholarship
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AQ Scholarship Program 2012 – Total of 13 students benefited from this Sponsored Program
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