Ballet is a technical form of dance with its own syllabus. We offer RAD Ballet taught by certified and caring instructors with an abundance of experience.Optional RAD exams are given in the spring time for all levels, pre-primary to Advanced 2. Grade 1 Ballet through Advanced Ballet classes are 2 times per week. Ballet is the backbone for all types of dance and all of our competitive jazz dancers are required to incorporate Ballet as a part of their training.
Jazz
Jazz is a form of dance that is constantly evolving. Students will learn isloations of the body, work on technique, flexibilty and be challenged with fun choreography taught by certified instructors. Optional CDTA jazz exams are also given in the spring time.
Lyrical
Lyrical is a form of dance that fuzes Modern dance, Ballet and Jazz to tell a story through continuation of movement. Students will work on technique and learn choreography filled with graceful movement and emotion of the piece.
Musical Theatre
Musical Theatre is a form of theatre combining song and dance. Often musical theatre can incorporate lip-syncing rather than singing. The students will learn creative and fun choreography to tell the story of their musical. Jazz steps are used throughout the choreography.
Acro
Acro involves use of flexibility and strength. Students will work on flexibility and agility throughout the year to master such skills as walkovers, isolations and partner work.
Hip Hop & Street Dance
Hip Hop and Street Dance include a wide range of styles such as locking, popping, old skool and breaking. Students will learn new and fun choreography set to upbeat music and will have the opportunity to free style in class. Hiphop is a great way to stay fit!
Tap
Tap is a form of dance where the students will learn to make rhythm and sound with their tap shoes. The choreography is set to music and a progressive set of moves will be taught throughout the year.