École de danse contemporaine de Montréal – Classes
Class Level: All levels available
About
Mission & Vision:
Specializing in contemporary dance training, the École de dance contemporaine de Montréal (EDCM) has positioned itself as a centre of excellence in the Canadian performing arts community. Recognized for its leading-edge, rigorous training, the EDCM is fertile ground for research and artistic development as well as for the emergence of new trends. The EDCM is an educational institution that is affiliated with the Cégep du Vieux Montréal and accredited by the Ministère de l’Éducation et de l’enseignement supérieur, and supported by the Ministère de la Culture and Canadian Heritage.
MISSION
To train, support, and inspire future generations of versatile, passionate, and committed contemporary dance performers through a world-class program.
VISION
The École de danse contemporaine de Montréal is a world-renowned training center known for the excellence, creativity, and versatility of its performers, located at the heart of Montreal’s dance ecosystem.
VALUES
Creativity, Excellence, Commitment, Collaboration, Openness
Company Info:
EDCM, founded in 1981 by Linda Rabin and Candace Loubert, is Quebec’s first institution dedicated to professional contemporary dance training. Created to merge expressive depth with strong technical grounding, the school drew from modern, somatic, and creative practices inspired by pioneers like Graham, Limón, and Alexander. Over the decades, EDCM has trained more than 400 dancers who now perform worldwide. Now housed in the Wilder‑Espace Danse building, it remains defined by innovation, risk‑taking, and artistic renewal. Guided by renowned faculty and visiting artists, students encounter diverse approaches that shape their unique artistic voices. EDCM’s evolution—from LADMMI to its current identity—reflects its commitment to contemporary dance, supported by visionary leadership and continually expanding programs that respond to the changing landscape of the art form.
