DUP Training Camps
At Beyond Initiative, we aim to inspire and empower local individuals to become dance leaders in their communities. Our regional training camps provide an opportunity to learn from experienced DUP mentors from around the world and weave a wider network of peers. We foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where individuals can share their experiences and build lasting connections.
Training Camp
in Vietnam
1 - 7 December 2024
In 2023, around 90 people came to participate in the first regional DUP Training Camp for Asia in the Thai Hai Village, Vietnam. Participants came from countries such as South Korea, Japan, Myanmar, Indonesia, Thailand, India, Philippines, Malaysia and many more. In 2024 we will have a team of five experienced mentors from different countries plus dancers from around the world - all coming together to support the emerging Asian leaders. Follow this link for more information.
“How can we offer ourselves to make society and the world more peaceful? This gathering is solid evidence that we are not alone in walking such a path. There are a lot of people from different parts of the world who share this same mission in their hearts. Some are already working together to realize a more beautiful and peaceful world... We can hold hands, look deeply at the eyes of each other, and listen to our inner voices so we can make voices together. This is my biggest learning from DUP.."
Seyoung Park, South Korea
Training Camp
in Türkiye
1 - 6 October 2024
In 2024, we will be hosting the fifth training camp in Türkiye for the Middle East and North African region. With more than 150 people participating from 34 countries around the world every year, this DUP Training Camp has already been instrumental in the creation of the dance circles in Tunisia, Maldives, Iran, Israel and East Asia as well as many regional circles within Türkiye. We will have different workshops including Whirling, Middle Eastern Music and Rhythm, Sema and Meshk night with guest musicians. Write to dupmiddleeast@gmail.com for more information.
