TRAVEL STUDY
catCh a vibe, join the movement
Traveling alone means figuring out flights, accommodations, safety, scheduling, budgeting, transportation, food, classes, and cultural etiquette—completely solo. Our Travel Studies program removes the stress and adds purpose.
By traveling with us, students receive:
• Curated cultural experiences that introduce you to communities, dancers, teachers, and creative hubs you’d never access on your own.
• Group housing and pre-planned logistics so you never navigate a foreign country without support.
• A built-in community of peers and mentors who care about you, travel with you, and grow with you.
• Safety and accountability systems that solo travelers often don’t have and can’t rely on.
• Daily programming that blends exploration, artistry, and learning—all crafted for young dancers.
• Lifelong connections across borders with people who share your passion.
What they’re saying
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"(The Renovate Travel study) helped me to center my dance journey on me and not on where I thought I should be."
MJ Adamson
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"(The Travel Study" show(ed) me that where cultures divide dance heals, because its the language we all speak..."
Daliana Lopez
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"Renovate (Travel Study) changed my life and gave me valuable life experiences that I will hold as a core memory."
Richard Chea
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![Young man in a black t-shirt, brown cap, and sunglasses walking outdoors with greenery in the background, carrying an orange crossbody bag.]()
"Renovate’s trips... showed me how deep community runs... That sense of support helped me open up and find new confidence in my movement and mindset."
Ben Conde
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"I got to know dancers from other communities, which expands my comfort zone and impacts my dancing in positive ways. Now events at different spaces feel less nerve-wrecking"
Tamara Mahadi
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"The energy, the people, the sessions and the occasional late dinners has pushed me to grow not just as a dancer but as a person. Traveling abroad was life changing. "
Ralph Christian
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"(The Travel Study) allowed me to truly experience the dance community at its fullest... especially with mentors and guides supporting me..."
Viviana Galindo
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![A smiling man with long black hair, glasses, wearing a green bandana with floral patterns, a black t-shirt, and a blue silk robe with white dragon designs, outdoors with a blurred background.]()
"They clearly communicated everything which made the whole experience so smooth. On a personal level, I found the travel experience so enriching."
Kevin Lee
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"Traveling... with Renovate has inspired me to put in the work to connect communities. It’s also allowed me to gain more confidence in presenting myself authentically...."
Jessica Arellano
Your Questions, Answered
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This program is an immersive educational experience designed to deepen students’ cultural, artistic, and historical understanding of House and Hip-Hop dance through direct engagement. Participants will study on location, attend guided experiences, and reflect through structured learning activities that connect travel to academic and creative growth.
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The program is open to students, artists, and curious learners who are eager to engage deeply with culture and community. No prior international travel or specialized experience is required—just openness, responsibility, and a willingness to participate fully.
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Program costs typically include shared housing, scheduled educational activities, local transportation during program events, and on-site guidance. International airfare, travel and emergency medical insurance as well as a small emergency fund. Cost of passports, visas, food, personal spending, and optional excursions are usually not included unless otherwise specified.
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Days are structured but balanced. Expect a mix of guided sessions, special guest workshops and discussions, and independent exploration time. There will be intentional downtime built in so participants can rest, reflect, and experience the city organically.
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Moderately. Amsterdam is a very walkable city and our accommodations are less than a 10 minute walk from the main venue. While no extreme physical demands are expected, participants should be comfortable being on their feet for several hours at a time, and likely dancing everyday.
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Yes. Through the combined efforts of Renovate, WhackingLA and Versastyles Dance Company, a limited number of need-based and mission-aligned scholarships will be available for the August 2026 program in Amsterdam.
Scholarships are intended to support participants who demonstrate financial need, artistic/academic promise, and strong alignment with the values of the Renovate program. The application process includes a short written statement and, if applicable, documentation of need.
Recipients will be notified May 1st.
Our goal is to reduce economic barriers so that a diverse group of students and artists can participate meaningfully in this international experience. More information available in the scholarship section.