The Ballethnic Youth ensemble (BYE) is a pre-professional training program for young people ages 7 through 21. Its mission is to provide an upper-tier level of training for students who, because of their talent and potential, require an advanced level of instruction. Ballethnic’s goal is to prepare the members of its youth ensemble to receive apprenticeships and dance scholarships at colleges/universities and dance opportunities in professional companies. Furthermore, the program releases productive citizens into society. In this regard, BYE is an integral part of Ballethnic Dance Company’s mission to increase artistic opportunities and outlets for the community at large.