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– A dance form characterized by rapid foot-tapping movement. Dancers wear special shoes with metal plates on the heel and ball of the shoe so when tapped on the floor it makes a distinctive percussive sound. Tap routines encompass complex rhythmical patterns and syncopated phrasing and can be performed to a wide variety of musical styles. Classes begin at age four. |
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– This is a social or choreographed dance style primarily danced to hip-hop music. This includes a wide range of styles notably, breaking, locking and popping. Hip-Hop dance is often freestyle in nature and hip-hop dancers frequently engage in “battles” which are usually performed in a cipher (circular dance space). This is an energetic, fun and exciting style of dance. Classes begin at age four. |
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– This dance style combines classical dance technique with precision acrobatic elements. It is defined by its athletic character, its unique choreography which seamlessly blends dance and acrobatics. Dancers are challenged with tumbling and balancing movements incorporating dance movements. This style requires agility and skilful control of the body. Classes begin at the age of six. |
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– This style of dance can be described as dynamic, rhythmical, suprising and entertaining. It involves strength, flexibility and versatility. Dancers are challenged to develop large jumps and leaps, spins and turns, fluid connecting movements and a personality to go along with the nature of the music. Classes begin at the age of two. |
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– This classical dance for is characterized by grace and precision of movement and by elaborate formal gestures, steps and poses. Students learn to hold their head high, broaden their chest, keep the top half of their body quite rigid with the waist down performing dance skills and movement. Every position from simple to complex, elicit movements of unimaginable agility, virtuosity and beauty. Classes begin at the age of two. |
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–This is a form of theatre combining music, songs, spoken dialogue and dance. For students who enjoy drama as well as dance this is the class for you. You will learn about musicals and work to pieces that will develop a character. Classes begin at the age of seven. |
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– An advanced dance form of the ballet program. Female dancers frequently dance on the tips of their toes with the aid of blocked shoes. Dancers begin with a ten to twelve week training period to strengthen arches, ankles, knees and feet. Dancers are then fitted properly for toe shoes. Dancing en pointe adds lightness and airiness to a dancers movement and the pointed toe extends the line of the leg. Classes begin at the age of twelve with an individual evaluation prior to the start of this program. |
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– This dance style combines the elements of ballet, modern and jazz dance techniques. It is most commonly set to popular music with vocals. The choreography reflects the lyrics of the music by gestures, facial expressions and melodrama. There is an emotional focus which is performed through the movement. Success in this program is best with students currently studying jazz and ballet. Classes begin at the age of six. |
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