This program allows dancers to experience any style of dance that they may be interested in.
Attending classes with the same teacher and students each week helps dancers to learn the foundations of dance in a pleasant and familiar social setting. See below for class descriptions.
Attending classes with the same teacher and students each week helps dancers to learn the foundations of dance in a pleasant and familiar social setting. See below for class descriptions.
Creative Movement
Geared specifically to dancers 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 years of age - children may spend two years in a Creative Movement class depending on when they start Kindergarten. Basic dance skills are introduced through music, motion, and play with the use of many props (i.e. hula hoops, scarves and musical instruments). Rhythm skills, balance, flexibility and co-ordination are rudimentary. Classes provide a great social setting and introduce the student-teacher relationship. Classes are 60 minutes.
- Attire (Girls): Any colour bodysuit and tights. Pink ballet slippers. Hair pulled back from face.
- Attire (Boys): White t-shirt and black shorts. Black ballet slippers.
Creative Dance
Geared specifically to dancers who turn 4 by December 31st (dancers should be in Junior Kindergarten). Introduction to the disciplines of jazz, tap, ballet, and acro. Enhancement in balance, flexibility and co-ordination. Basic choreography and dance terms introduced. Classes provide a great social setting and introduce the student-teacher relationship. Classes are 60 minutes.
- Attire (Girls): Any colour bodysuit and tights. Pink ballet slippers and black, patent leather tap shoes. Hair pulled back.
- Attire (Boys): White t-shirt and black shorts. Black ballet slippers and black, patent leather tap shoes.
Jazz
Geared specifically to dancers 5 years to adult. One of the most popular styles of dance. Energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, leaps, turns, and line formations. Classes are 60 minutes.
- Attire (Junior Classes): Any style dance attire. Beige (or black for boys) jazz shoes. Hair pulled back from face in a pony.
- Attire (Intermediate & Teen Classes): Any style, fitted dance/athletic attire. Black jazz shoes. Hair pulled back from face.
Tap
Geared specifically to dancers 5 years to adult. The dance style where rhythmic patterns are sounded by the toes, heels, and balls of the feet. Progressive rhythmic skills and syncopation styles are taught in a fun and energetic manner. Classes are 60 minutes.
- Attire (Junior Classes): Any style dance attire. Black, patent leather tap shoes. Hair pulled back from face.
- Attire (Inter./Teen Classes): Any style, fitted dance attire. Black lace up tap shoes. Hair pulled back from face.
Ballet
Geared specifically to dancers 5 years to adult. Focuses on fundamental techniques which develop strength, poise, and flexibility. Use of core muscles and discipline skills are developed. Ballet is the basis of all dance forms. Style of ballet studied is RAD Ballet where graded and non-graded levels are available. Classes are 60 minutes.
- Attire (Junior Ballet): Pink bodysuit, pink Mondor tights and pink ballet shoes. Hair pulled back into a bun.
- Attire (RAD Ballet Levels): Black/navy tank bodysuit, ballet tights, and ballet shoes. Please specify styles/brands with office.
- Attire (Boys): White t-shirt and black shorts (need to be able to see knees). Black ballet slippers.
Lyrical and Contemporary
Geared specifically to experienced jazz dancers. Combines jazz technique with modern skills to create interpretive movement, expression, and emotional quality, as seen on So You Think You Can Dance. Classes are 45-60 minutes.
- Attire: Bodysuits or tight fitting dance attire. Any style jazz shoe or barefoot (teacher's preference).
Hip-Hop
Geared specifically to dancers 5 years to adult. Rhythmic movements, steps and styles inspired by hip-hop/urban youth culture. Dancers will move to current sounds popular on radio and TV, in a family-friendly atmosphere. A high-energy class full of expression and attitude. Classes are 45-60 minutes.
- Attire: Any style comfortable, close fitting clothing. Clean, indoor running shoes.
Acrobatics
Geared specifically to dancers 5 years to adult. Combines jazz skills with gymnastic movements in a high-energy and unique style of dance. Skills acquired will include cartwheels, walkovers, balances, and aerials. Classes are 60 minutes minutes.
- Attire: Bodysuits or tight fitting dance attire. Bare feet. Hair pulled back from face.
Musical-Theatre
Geared specifically to dancers 8 years+. Combines dance skills with acting skills. Interpretative movement, improvisation and acting are taught in a fun and high-energy class. Classes are 60 minutes.
- Attire: Bodysuits or tight fitting dance attire. Any style jazz shoe. Hair pulled back from face.