Ballet Programs –

Ballet is the fundamental discipline of all dance types and is recommended to accompany any other choice of discipline. Our Ballet technique classes emphasize the Royal Academy of Dance’s method of ballet training. Toning and conditioning are incorporated in each lesson. Students are educated throughout their lessons as to muscle strength, grace, musicality, expression, posture and the beauty of the art of dance. Free movement, character work and modern are also introduced throughout each term in your ballet lessons. Pointe work is available to students at higher levels and is at the sole discretion of the instructor. Examinations held by the R.A.D are offered at the instructor's discretion only.

 

Tap Programs –

Basic tap technique is taught at all levels. Students will learn rhythms and musicality associated with tap techniques giving them the ability to make music with their feet. Students develop rhythmic footwork, creative combinations and challenging beats at each level.

 

Jazz Programs –

Jazz is a physical and energetic dance form. It emphasizes body lines, flexibility, and musicality. This program is designed to promote and increase flexibility and strength in each individual dancer. Progressions, turns, and jumps are also incorporated throughout the dance term. Our programs expose all dancers to many different styles and techniques.

 

Hip Hop Programs –

Hip hop, or street dance, is a class that incorporates rhythm, coordination, and dance with the excitement of street moves or moves and combinations you see in pop and other music videos. Students will learn technical elements through small combinations throughout each lesson. To increase your coordination and ability to pick up certain hip hop styles, a jazz class is often recommended.

 

Musical Theatre Programs –

A very popular choice amongst dancers. This program incorporates jazz techniques with the excitement of singing, acting, and dancing. Other disciplines may be introduced into the choreography based on the level of the dancers. This is a great program for beginner dancers. For junior levels 3 and up, an additional jazz class is a prerequisite.

 

Lyrical and Contemporary Programs –

These programs are expressive forms of dance combining disciplines such as ballet, jazz and modern techniques. These programs are offered to the more experienced dancer and often included in ballet classes or available for sign up for our competitive students.

 

Acrobatic Arts –

We are excited to announce that we are certified in teaching acrobatic arts. This class will be combined with jazz techniques and compliment the dancer to help promote excellence in tumbling, flexibility, strength and balance. For more information regarding acrobatic arts, please visit www.acrobaticarts.ca.

We offer acro programs from ages 4-18.

 

Adult Barre Fitness – 

Barre fitness classes are the latest in fitness! Barre fitness uses exercise based on classical dance strength training and Pilates. This workout will increase your balance, stability and muscular endurance, all while promoting good posture, grace, long lean muscles, and it reduces stress! A barre is used to balance while doing exercises that focus on isometric strength training. Come and plie your way to a sculpted and balanced new you!!! We offer the option of signing up for the year or purchasing a punch pass.

 

Adult Jazz/Funk – 

A combination of jazz and hip hop technique danced to today’s popular music! No experience necessary!

 

Adult Tap – 

If you love the idea of “tapping out rhythms” then sign up for our adult tap class! Start with basics and explore the sounds your feet produce with simples steps then combine them into a routine!

Adult Ballet/Lyrical - 

A style of dance created by merging ballet and jazz. Improve your posture, understand the grace and beauty of dance all while learning to express yourself by learning movements to express strong feelings and emotions. Again, no experience necessary!!
 

 

Sessional Programs

 

Pre-school Sessional Program – Designed for the little dancers ages 3 and 4.
Class length – 30 minutes
The 3 and 4 year old program runs in 3 sessions - Fall, Winter and Spring. Your little dancer is given the opportunity to try ballet, jazz and tap.

The ballet (Fall) and jazz (Winter) sessions are 10 weeks and the tap session (Spring) is 8 weeks.

Young dancers enrolled in the 10 week ballet session will experience and learn basic ballet along with musicality, imagination and expression. Dancers must be age 3 by September 1st. 

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Dancers enrolled in the 10 week jazz session will be introduced to basic jazz techniques to the music of pop and their favourite pre-school characters all while continuing to develop their musicality, imagination and expression. Dancers must be 3 by December 1st. 

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In the 8 week spring tap program, dancers will be taught basic movements in this class. This class will not only introduce basic tap movements. Your dancer will be introduced to creative movements, rhythms and musicality. This is a great start to introducing your dancer to the world of tap! Dancers must be age 3 by February 1st.
The advantage here is that you may choose your season of dance or complete the whole year and get a taste of them all.

 

Combo Classes

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Pre- Primary Ballet/Jazz – Designed for dancers ages 4 & 5
Class length – 45 minutes

Full Year Program

This program introduces your young dancer to basic ballet and jazz technique. All while exploring their creativity, spacial awareness and imagination. For the first half of the dance term your dancer will be introduced to basic ballet technique while in the second half he/she will switch over to basic jazz technique. A great way to introduced your dancer to both disciplines. Dance must be 4 by September 1st.  A separate full year tap program is a great addition to this program.