DANCE ABROAD

An international dance experience in Basel, Switzerland.

The Braswell Arts Association Dance Abroad Program is for students and schools who are interested in an international experience filled with dance, art and new cultures. In collaboration with the Braswell Arts Association and local businesses, we create an unforgettable international experience.

Dancers in all stages of technical development are invited to apply.

BASEL, SWITZERLAND

A city for pleasure-seekers, for lovers of art and architecture. A city for you.

WELCOME

Basel, Switzerland, is a place of exciting contrasts. A city with historical buildings next to modern architecture. Where a young and dynamic art scene exists alongside world-renowned museums. Cosmopolitan ambience here, lively traditions there.

INSIDER INFO

Before and during your visit to Basel, the Braswell Arts Association is your contact for up-to-date information and personal assistance. We will share our ideas on how to make your trip even better.In your free time, we suggest you experience the vibrant atmosphere of the city or discover the scenic beauty of the surrounding areas.

EVENTS AND OUTINGS

TO COMPLIMENT YOUR DANCE TRAINING, WE HAVE A FEW EVENTS IN STORE...

THEATER BASEL TOUR

Experience Theater Basel from behind the curtain and join us for a backstage tour with former Basel Ballet soloist, Armando Braswell. Watch the company in training and enjoy an exclusive peek inside the backstage area of one of Switzerland’s biggest opera houses.

CITY OF MUSEUMS

Would you prefer to visit the oldest public art collection in the world at the Kunstmuseum Basel or one of the regularly changing special exhibitions organized by the Fondation Beyeler? In Basel, you do not have to choose one museum over another. The distances between the 40 or so museums in an area of 37 km2 are so short that you can reach them all easily.

BASEL CITY BUS TOUR

Basel then and now. Discover 2000 years of history. Visit historical places and buildings in and around the center of Basel. Stories about famous people and exciting facts about art, architecture, economy, politics and the development of Basel become a fascinating experience.

BALLET PERFORMANCE

Ballett Theater Basel stands for contemporary dance and is one of the best professional dance groups in Europe. The dancers are masters of classical ballet as well as modern dance and combine the highest level of dance performance with artistic dynamics and playful expressiveness. Ballet Basel celebrates huge success at home and abroad with narrative ballets and abstract, contemporary works. The company regularly invites internationally renowned guest choreographers, such as Sharon Eyal, Hofesh Shechter, Alexander Ekman and Johan Inger, to Theater Basel.

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TRADITIONAL SWISS CUISINE

On our last evening together, join us as our guests for a traditional Swiss dinner to enjoy Switzerland’s specialties and exquisite gourmet classics.

BOAT TOUR

Join us for a boat trip along the famous Rhine river to admire the landmarks of Basel, such as the Cathedral (Münster), the Roche Towers and the picturesque Old Town houses on the banks of the Rhine from their most beautiful perspective.

DANCE CLASSES

Students will experience a diverse schedule of classes curated by Braswell Arts Center, including classical Ballet, Contemporary dance and choreography.

CLASSICAL BALLET

These classes are geared towards dancers who have a solid understanding of ballet technique. The classes follow a traditional ballet class format with a positive approach and are accompanied by a live pianist.

CONTEMPORARY

We have many different Contemporary teachers, but expect a focus on big movements while maintaining fluidity as well as focusing your mind to improve your body’s response in each Contemporary class.

CHOREOGRAPHY

In our choreography classes, dancers learn movement phrases with a choreographer that pushes them to pay attention to details and move in a fluid way.

HIP-HOP

Hip-Hop moves are used more and more in today’s contemporary work! In Hip-Hop classes, students will be challenged with different types of urban movements and dynamic beats. Our Hip-Hop classes are part of a collaboration with Allen Ibrahimi and his famous Black Box Studio team.

JAZZ

Learn to move through the space with big movements and gestures while using different jazz techniques and personal expression. Our classses in- corporate elements of traditional jazz technique with influeneces of today’s popular music.

IMPROVISATION

Improvisation is an important tool in today’s dance world. In our improvisation classes, we expose students to improvisation techniques and resources. Taught by professional dancers who give the dancers different tasks and exercises in order to explore their own ideas for choreography and assist them in finding their own unique movement language.

YOGA

Yoga is a great supplement to any dance program. Our yoga classes will not only help reduce stress, but also strengthen muscles and stretch your body while increasing awareness of your breath.

STRETCHING

Our stretching classes are a great way to promote joint range of motion, build flexibility and decrease your risk of injury.

PILATES

Pilates is an accessible way to build strength and better your posture as well as improve your balance and flexibility. This is a low impact class perfect for bettering your general fitness and overall well-being.

SCHEDULE

We work with each group to create the perfect schedule with a balance of quality training, planned events and free time to explore. Our team has experience working with dancers of many levels and ages.

THE SPACE

Since 2017, our plans to continuously expand and increase the reach and range of what we offer to the community has always been at the forefront of our minds and in January 2023 we are moving to a larger, fully-equipped space. This space will provide a new home for the programs of the Braswell Arts Association, as well as a nurturing and creative place to grow for the Basel community. The new space is located in the heart of Basel, a few steps away from Bankverein and Aeschenplatz, and is spread out over two floors and 550 square meters. Inside, there are 2 fully-equipped modern dance studios, a Pilates-based fitness room, new dressing rooms, showers, and secure lockers.

BRING YOUR STUDENTS

Together we can create a schedule that is in line with the level and specific interests of your group. Dancers in all stages of technical development are invited to apply.

Please send us an email with any questions you may have and we will gladly help you plan your trip to Basel.

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We hope to give all schools an opportunity to come to Basel, no matter their budget. We need support for flights and hotels or connections to people who want to support such programs.