Each dance class will begin with a warm-up in order to prepare the body and prevent injuries. The warm-up will consist of various stretching and strengthening exercises to help increase flexibility, strength, and control. Dancers will learn various combinations, movement sequences and intricate choreography, set to different musical styles and tempos. Dancers will learn, practice and then perform these combinations in class, and all class material will be specific to the type of dance, age, and ability level.
All recreational classes will perform in the year-end showcase performance, which is held every year in late May. Each class will perform a dance in the recital with full costumes, professional sound and lighting. Please note: Sessional Programs will not perform in the year-end showcase, however all full-season classes will perform in the showcase, including the younger Pre-Dance students.
(35 Weeks of Instructions from Sept – May, with year-end recital in May)
Classes will introduce young children to the wonderful world of dance through a wide variety of musical styles, tempos and themes, while exploring dance and creative movement. This class will help students to improve their balance and control, flexibility and coordination, and will develop their individual movement preferences.
Pre-Dance is designed as a level 2 class, for those who have completed the Tiny Tots class, or for those children who are slightly older when they begin. Classes consist of introductory Ballet and Jazz movements; this class will improve flexibility and coordination while developing rhythm and musicality using a wide variety of music, tempos, and exploring a variety of themes through creative movement.
These classes are designed as introductory combination dance classes that combine elements of Ballet, Jazz and Tap dance. Classes will consist of two dance styles each week in this 45-minute class. This class will also help dancers select a course of study for future, based on their personal goals and dance style preferences.
Pre-Primary Combo 5 – 7yrs
This class is similar to the Kinder Combo (listed above) however it is designed for students ages 5 – 7yrs with some previous experience in one or more dance forms.
This class is designed for the young ballet dancer with a focus on basic ballet technique, creative movement, musicality and rhythm by introducing students to a variety of tempos and styles of music. This class is a wonderful introduction to the RAD syllabus (Royal Academy of Dance) for the more serious dance student wishing to continue in Ballet and complete the RAD Graded exam system.
Please note these are graded classes following the Royal Academy of Dance syllabi. Exam option available at the teacher’s discretion.
The foundation for all dance forms; improves strength, poise, balance, and control. Technical skill gained through the study of ballet is necessary for all other forms of dance. This classical form teaches poise, body awareness and alignment, muscle tone and control by combining cardiovascular, muscular endurance, flexibility and various elements of rhythmical patterning. Ballet is a mandatory discipline for all competitive dancers, and those considering competitive dance in future should enroll in a ballet class.
Pointe / Demi-pointe - This is an option to the more serious and dedicated ballet dancer. Students interested in pointe class are required to come to Ballet technique class no less than twice per week, and are required to attend the 30-minute pointe/demi-pointe class once per week for additional strength training. Pointe work is offered to the more advanced students when they have developed the necessary strength in the body, legs and feet. Students will be assessed by teachers and notified when they are eligible to begin working in pointe shoes.
Modern Jazz Dance - Ages 6yrs + over
Please note these are graded classes following the ISTD Dance syllabi. Exam option available at the teacher’s discretion.
This high-energy class will include a cardiovascular and muscular endurance component, as well as improving flexibility, muscle tone, control and coordination. Our Modern Jazz classes are comprised of a warm-up, centre work and progressions including jumps and turns. Beginner students will learn basic jazz steps, progressive skills and jazz combinations and routines. All dance combinations and sequences are performed to Contemporary music, and Jazz classes are offered in all levels. Older students will experience various styles of jazz dance within this class, including Lyrical Jazz, Modern and Contemporary dance.
Tap dance concentrates on rhythm and timing, and requires interpretation of music through sound, creating regulated and controlled sounds through intricate footwork. More advanced levels of tap teach syncopation and more complex rhythms and combine a variety of styles of classical tap dance. Tap classes are offered in all levels beginning at 6 years of age. Younger students interested in tap dance should consider a Kinder Combo class.
Acro dance will enhance flexibility, strength and agility, as well as body awareness and alignment, and includes gymnastics floor movements with body shapes, and contortions. These elements are combined with dance steps and set to music, to create various dance sequences and intriguing choreography; a beneficial class for any dancer or gymnast. Acro classes are offered in all levels.
A combination of free style and street dance moves, as seen in your favourite music videos and dance shows, and is performed to age-appropriate popular music. This high-energy class is a great way to exercise, build confidence, and make new friends while learning to dance. Hip Hop classes are open to all levels.
This fun and energetic class incorporates drama, song and dance by developing personality and characters for each specific dance sequence performed. The technique is based on Classical Jazz and Classical Tap Dance. The emphasis of this class is on stage production, as well as presentation & performance, in order to help build self-esteem and confidence in all dancers.
This form is based on classical jazz and includes slow and graceful movements, focusing on poise, control, muscular strength and flexibility. Lyrical dance interprets the lyrics of a song and expresses the feeling and emotion through dance. This class is offered to those students who are more advanced in their technical training. Students must be enrolled in a minimum of one ballet class per week.
Conditioning is important for dancers of every level, in order to maintain a healthy lifestyle in and out of the dance studio, as well as to avoid injury through poor technique or overuse of the body. This class includes stretching and strengthening exercises, and combines muscular tone & endurance training, cardiovascular exercises, alignment, and develops the body/mind awareness through imagery. This class will combine Yoga and Pilates principles, and is a mandatory course of study for all competitive dancers, in order to be in shape and meet the demands of an intensive competitive training program.
This class combines Jazz and Ballet movements and focuses on body alignment, strength and control, creativity and personal expression. Our Modern techniques are based on the principles of Martha Graham and Jose Limon techniques. Please note: these are not syllabus classes, therefore there are no exams.
Sessional Programs run in 8-week or 10-week intervals and therefore are not recital classes. Please inquire for sessional class dates and times, fee schedule and registration information.
Classes consist of fun, exercise and dance movement games for mom and son / daughter. Parents must participate in this class - only one child per parent please.
Classes will introduce children to the wonderful world of dance through a wide variety of musical styles. Children will develop their rhythm and musicality through this 8 week introductory session.
Adult Dance Classes (10-week sessional programs only) - Ages 18 & over
Classes offered in Modern Jazz, Ballet, Tap or Hip Hop. These classes are designed for all levels of dance using modifications, allowing all participants to work at their own level of dance training.
Yoga Programs for Adults, Teens and children (8 and 10 week sessional programs only) - See our yoga page for more information