Tradition. Precision & Fun

PRE-BALLET

This class is designed as an introduction to dance. The program aims to teach ballet basic movements while promoting a fun environment. It encourages posture, confidence, imagination and teaches conformity to a classroom.

Ages - 3 & 4 : Class duration – 45 min :  Dress Code - Bodysuit (any color) pink tights and pink ballet slippers. Students can also wear dance skirt and dance dress. Hair must be in a bun or pony tail.

 

BALLET

Ballet is the basis for all dance forms. It’s a type of dancing in which controlled movements of the body are designed to express the beauty of physical motion, often while telling a story Students who learn ballet develop good posture, self-discipline and the opportunity to develop grace. Ages Grade K+ : Class duration – Grades K&1 45min, Grades 2&3 60min : Dress Code – Bodysuit (any color) pink tights and pink ballet slippers. Students can also wear spandex shorts. Hair must be in a bun or pony tail.

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LYRICAL

This dance style combines elements of Jazz and Ballet in an evolving dance form. It’s elegant style and fluidity of movement teaches students musicality, versatility and use of space. Lyrical focuses on graceful movements using weight and dynamics. It develops disciplined, highly controlled and physically powerful dancer.

Ages Grade 4+ : Class duration – 60min :  Dress Code – Bodysuit, Sports form fitting top (any color), spandex/cotton leggings, capris or shorts. Bare foot, footsie or lyrical shoe. Hair must be in a pony tail.

 

CONTEMPORARY

Contemporary is defined by its range and diversity. With influences from ballet, jazz and modern, Contemporary creates a style that is unique and always changing. Set to a variety of music, classes will focus on technique through combinations as well as movement and musicality.

Ages Grade 4+ : Class duration – 60min : Dress Code – Bodysuit, Sports form fitting top (any color), spandex/cotton leggings, capris or shorts. Bare foot, footsie or lyrical shoe. Hair must be in a pony tail.

 

BROADWAY

Our Broadway Jazz classes are always a hit! Inspired by songs and styles of Broadway Musicals, this high energy class focuses on the many techniques of jazz including kicks, leaps and pirouettes, often incorporating the use of props. Dance with a theatrical flair!

Ages Grade 7+ : Class duration – 60min :  Dress Code – Bodysuit, Sports form fitting top (any color), spandex/cotton leggings, capris or shorts. Black heeled character shoe.  Hair must be in a pony tail.

 

JAZZ

Students love jazz as the moves and techniques are fun and energetic. Jazz dancing is a form that showcases a dancer’s originality. This type of dancing consists of fancy footwork, big leaps and quick turns.  If you are attending your first jazz dance class, get ready to really move. A jazz class explodes with energy using a range of music, the beat alone will get you moving.

Ages Grade 4+ : Class duration – 60min : Dress code - Bodysuit, Sports form fitting top (any color), spandex/cotton leggings, capris or shorts. Black Jazz Shoe.  Hair must be in a pony tail.

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PRE-TAP

This class is designed as an introduction to tap dancing. The program aims to teach tap basic movements while promoting a fun environment with the use of song and dance technique.  It encourages posture, confidence, imagination and teaches conformity to a classroom.

Ages - 3 & 4 : Class duration – 30min :  Dress Code - Bodysuit (any color)and tights. Students can also wear dance skirt and dance dress.  Black Tap Shoes. Hair must be in a bun or pony tail.

 

TAP / CELTIC STEP

This energetic style focuses on percussive footwork with strong accents on rhythm and style along with Maritime Step Dancing using traditional or folklore music. A dance in which the rhythm or rhythmical variation of music is audibly tapped out with a toe or heel by dancers wearing shoes with metal taps.

Ages Grades 4+ : Class duration- 60min   : Dress Code – Bodysuit, Sports form fitting top (any color), spandex/cotton leggings, capris or shorts. Black Jazz Shoe.  Hair must be in a pony tail.

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TAP/JAZZ COMBINATION

This is a combination class offering both Tap and Jazz dancing in the same class. This class gives our younger dancers the opportunity to learn the basics in Tap and Jazz, both high energy dance forms.

Ages Grades K – 3 : Class duration – Grades K&1 45min, Grades 2 60min :

Dress Code - Bodysuit (any color) and tights with a dance skirt or dance dress Sports top with spandex leggings, capris, shorts also permitted. Both Black Tap Shoes and Black Jazz Shoes.  Hair must be in a pony tail or bun.

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HIP HOP

Hip Hop has quickly become the latest craze! This hard hitting class is filled with excitement and energy, hot moves and attitude. This fusion of hip hop and funk allows you to enhance your natural abilities with the latest music.

Ages Grade 4+ : Class duration – 60min : Dress Code – Form fitting top with baggy pants. Grade 4-9 Gunmtl High top sneakers, Grades 10-12 black sneakers. Hair must be in a pony tail.

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POP HOP

A high energy beginner Hip Hop class designed for our younger dancers. A mix of Hip Hop and funk jazz moves keeps these dancers boppin’ and rockin’ Ages Grade K - 3: Class duration – Grade K&1 45min, Grade 2 & 3 60min Dress Code – Form fitting top with baggy pants or leggings. Silver low top sneakers. Hair must be in a pony tail.

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ADULT VARIETY

A variety of dance styles including Broadway, Jazz, Hip Hop & more. Designed for adults looking for some fun and exercise. 

Ages Adult 18+ : Class duration – 60min.  Offered in 10wk sessions.

 

TROUP/COMPETITION TEAMS

By Audition only in all dance styles. 

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