Dance Programs
Pre School Dance Level One ~ Creative Movement
For Age 3
True dance discovery for our youngest dancers - this class introduces the important basics in dance education and harnesses these crucial early years of physical and mental development. We place emphasis on musicality, rhythm and imaginative movements. These classes are highly structured and are a fantastic starting point for these young dancers. (1/2 hour)
Class Attire Pink or black leotard, pink dance tights & pink ballet slippers. NO SKIRTS are permitted.
Pre School Dance Level Two ~ Feet First
For Age 4
Progressing naturally from Level One, these classes are designed to introduce some basic Ballet movements. Structure includes more partner work, as well as memory & group exercises. Basics covered are intended to prepare these young dancers to move into higher level classes for ages 5 and up. (1/2 hour)
Class Attire Pink or black leotard, pink dance tights & pink ballet slippers. Simple wrap or pull-on dance skirts are permitted.
Tap
For Ages 6 and up
Tap is a popular class at the studio - students of all ages enjoy making music with their feet! Rhythm and musicality are a focus in these classes as we work on perfecting the often challenging Tap technique. Dancers are encouraged to find their own personal style as they learn new and changing rhythms. We also incorporate traditional Newfoundland music and some Irish inspired step dancing into most of our Tap classes. (45 minutes - 1 hour)
Class Attire Black leotard, black dance pants, leggings or tights. Black Tap Shoes. Simple, short skirts may be worn, black is preferred.
Ballet
For Ages 5 and up
These classes follow traditional structure, taught in the Ceccetti method. Classes involve barre exercises, centre adage as well as strengthening and stretching exercises. Allegro (faster movements) including jumps and turns as well as across the floor combinations round out these technically challenging classes. Emphasis is placed on graceful poise and posture. (45 minutes)
Class Attire Black leotard, pink tights and pink ballet slippers. Simple wrap or pull-on skirts are permitted.
Jazz
For Ages 5 and up
These classes take modern music and an emphasis on solid technique and combine them into an energy-filled experience for all. All classes begin with a structured warm up designed to build flexibilty and strength. Across the floor combinations are a part of every class, working on leaps, turns and kicks. (45 minutes - 1 hour)
Class Attire Black leotard, black dance pants or leggings. Black dance shoes.
Lyrical
For experienced dancers ages 11 and up
A popular and growing addition to our class repertoire, Lyrical is heavily based in ballet and modern technique. We explore new and flowing choreography and group work, challenging our bodies with balance and strength exercises, turns and across the floor work. Music is a wonderful inspiration for Lyrical dance, and students are encouraged to listen to and explore new artists. (1 hour)
Class Attire Black leotard, black leggings or tights. Black dance shoes or bare feet.