JUNTOSAbroad
JUNTOS Dance Volunteers performing for students at Aldea el Hato in Antigua, Guatemala (2025).
About
Participants of the program, known as Dance Volunteers, travel to Latin American countries to teach inclusive and accessible dance workshops, take classes conducted with international communities, and participate in public performances that include professional and student choreography. Dance Volunteers lead dance workshops and performances in underserved communities, including orphanages, migrant safe homes, centers for HIV+ children, hospitals, grade schools, retirement homes, and underfunded dance groups. Through these experiences, Dance Volunteers are encouraged to dive deeper into their relationship with dance (as performers, students, and teachers) and their international community.
High-level college-aged dance students and recent graduates ages 18-24 are invited to apply for this program.
A video reel is required to be considered for this opportunity.
Upcoming JUNTOSAbroad Programs & Dates
JUNTOS Dance Volunteers leading a dance workshop with students from Tejiendo Futuros in Panajachel, Guatemala (2025).
JUNTOSAbroad: Guatemala 2027
June 1st – 14th, 2027
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JUNTOSAbroad: Guatemala focuses on how art and movement can create social change by building strong international communities. Dance Volunteers travel for two weeks, engaging in arts outreach with local organizations dedicated to uplifting underserved communities and collaborating with emerging and/or underfunded dance artists and companies, many of which JUNTOS has been working to help develop since 2011.
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To prepare for JUNTOSAbroad, in spring 2027, Dance Volunteers will participate virtually in a two-day Global Teacher Training. This training introduces students to the JUNTOS teaching method, basic Spanish dance vocabulary, techniques for adapting workshops to a variety of ages, abilities, backgrounds, and contexts, key components of Guatemalan culture, and anthropological concepts to facilitate critically reflective cultural exchange.
Before traveling to Guatemala, Dance Volunteers also have the opportunity to participate in a Choreographic Residency in New York City. A new addition to the program as of 2026, this residency involves three packed days of rehearsals to prepare the repertoire students will perform abroad. Professional choreographers will create new works on the Dance Volunteers to premiere in Guatemala, and student choreographers will have the chance to rehearse with their cast. While we hope all students will be able to participate, if you are unable to attend the NYC Choreographic Residency, JUNTOS may offer alternative arrangements for students to learn repertory virtually and/or via video.
Read our Travel Log from our Guatemala 2026 trip!
JUNTOSAbroad: Guatemala – moments from 2025 and 2026.
JUNTOSAbroad 2027 Application Timeline
Application process: After filling out the JUNTOSAbroad application, a JUNTOS Team Member will contact you for an interview. Once all applications and interviews have been conducted, you will be contacted regarding acceptance.
October 2026: Applications open for JUNTOSAbroad: Guatemala
Winter 2026/27: Applicant Interviews and Dance Volunteer acceptance emails sent out
Spring 2027: Global Teacher Training (scheduled around the group’s availability)
May 28th – 30th, 2027: Choreographic Residency in NYC
June 1st – 14th, 2027: JUNTOSAbroad: Guatemala Trip
JUNTOS Dance Volunteers leading a dance workshop for students at Aldea el Hato in Antigua, Guatemala (2025).
Fees
At JUNTOSAbroad, we aim to make your journey to Guatemala both educational and memorable. Our tuition fee ensures you can focus on the experience, not the logistics. Join us, and let the adventure begin!
Total Cost: $2,695 + airfare
Includes a $695 non-refundable deposit to secure a spot on the trip, plus a remaining $2,000 tuition fee, paid in installments.
What’s Included:
- Accommodation: Enjoy comfortable, safe, and culturally immersive lodging throughout your stay.
- Transportation: We take care of your ground transportation needs while in Guatemala, ensuring you have a hassle-free journey.
- COVID-19 Tests and PPE: Your safety is our priority. We provide necessary COVID-19 testing and personal protective equipment to keep you protected throughout the program.
- Some Meals: Daily breakfast plus occasional additional group meals where you’ll savor the local cuisine with included meals, providing a taste of the region’s flavors.
- Excursions and Activities: Immerse yourself in the rich culture and natural beauty of Guatemala with guided excursions and engaging activities.
- Basic Medical Supplies: Your safety is our priority. We provide a first aid kit and personal protective equipment as necessary to keep you protected and healthy throughout the program.
What’s Not Included:
- Flight: Though JUNTOS offers guidance and support with flight arrangements, participants are responsible for booking and covering the cost of their flight to and from Guatemala.
- Food During Travel: Plan for an additional cost of approximately $15-25 per day for meals not covered by JUNTOS.
A Note About Fees: JUNTOS encourages students to find creative ways to fundraise for their trips. All donations made to support your trip are tax-deductible. Check out our fundraising resources for ideas!
Opportunities for partial scholarship available. If you’re interested in applying for financial assistance, email programs@juntoscollective.org to learn more.
JUNTOS Dance Volunteers experiencing a Mayan ceremony in Xela, Guatemala (2026).
JUNTOSAbroad: Guatemala Sample Itinerary
DAY 1 | Arrivals
- Pickups will be arranged from the airport to the hotel.
- Check-in at the hotel, dinner, initial debrief
DAY 2 | Guatemala → Xela
- Travel via private bus from Guatemala City to Xela (3 – 3.5 hours), check in to the hotel, lunch, rehearsal, welcome/social gathering with local dance studio
DAY 3 | Xela Day 2
- Community workshop, first rehearsal, lunch, salsa class, second rehearsal, workshop exchanges with local dance studio, dinner
DAY 4 | Xela Day 3
- Community workshop, performance, lunch, Mayan energies dance class, dinner, workshop exchanges with local dance studio
DAY 5 | Xela Day 4
- Mayan Ceremony, lunch, workshop with local dance studios, final Xela presentation, dinner with local dance studios, post-show celebration
DAY 6 | Xela → Panajachel
- Social gathering/exchange with local students, goodbyes, lunch, travel via private bus to Panajachel at Lake Atitlán, check-in to hotel, second debrief
DAY 7 | Panajachel Day 2
- Community workshop #1, lunch, community workshop #2, rehearsal, dinner
DAY 8 | Panajachel Day 3
- Community workshop #1, lunch, community workshop #2, rehearsal, dinner
DAY 9 | Panajachel → Antigua
- Boat trip, final Panajachel presentation, travel via private bus to Antigua, check-in at hotel, debrief #3
DAY 10 | Antigua Day 2
- Performance, lunch, workshop with local dance studio, social gathering/coffee break, workshop taught by local dance studio, cultural activity/outing with local students
DAY 11 | Antigua Day 3
- Performance, lunch, workshop with local dance studio, social gathering/coffee break, rehearsal with local dance studio, social gathering/exchange with local dance studio
DAY 12 | Antigua Day 4
- Free time to explore, rehearsal with local dance studio, JUNTOS rehearsal, final Antigua presentation, post-show celebration
DAY 13 | Antigua → Guatemala City
- Social gathering with local students, coffee tour at Finca Filadelfia, travel via private bus to Guatemala City, final debrief
DAY 14 | Departures!
- Final goodbyes and departures!