Do Kpop trainees stay in dorms?

Conditions. Aspiring K-pop idols, known as “trainees,” sign contracts with management agencies when the trainee is as young as 12 or 13 years old. Both trainees and K-pop idols who have debuted typically live in dormitories, where their management agencies control their diets, their love lives, and their behavior.

Can I be a KPOP trainee at 14?

You can audition as early as 12 years old at many Kpop auditions. If you are under 14, a legal guardian will need to accompany you for your auditions. The average age of those that audition is 18 years old (ranges from 12-25 years old). Still, this means you should start training at age 16 at the latest.

How old do you have to be to be a K-pop trainee?

Some trainees start as young as 11 years old, but many don’t get discovered and join a company until they’re in their late teens, so don’t despair if you’re a little older! Many K-pop trainees and idols are Korean, but it’s not an absolute requirement to be Korean – people of all ethnicities and races can audition.

Can a non-Korean trainee work in Kpop?

Though many companies will accept non-Korean trainees, you will still be catering to a largely Korean audience. It’s smart to learn about the culture if you aren’t already familiar. Study popular K-pop groups, spend time on Korean fashion websites, and read up on etiquette and social norms.

Is it hard to pass an audition in K-pop?

It’s hard to pass an audition but what you will face after becoming a K-Pop trainee is even harder. To become an idol, to be able to stand on big stages, to sing hits might be the dream of many K-Pop fans and talented young people.

How can I become a better dancer in K-pop?

Many K-pop trainees and idols are Korean, but it’s not an absolute requirement to be Korean – people of all ethnicities and races can audition. Skill and persona have a lot to do with your potential success, as does your willingness to do hard work. Take dance classes to become a better and more versatile dancer.