Elementary Dance Classes
Elementary Dance Programs
Acro Classes
Age 6-8 + 9-11 Years
Acro 1
Acro 1 is a 45 minute class which incorporates acrobatic skills, such as cartwheels, walk-over, handstands, aerials etc. Basic Jazz technique will also be taught in these classes. 0-2 yrs Acro experience.
Acro 2
Acro 2 is a 45 minute class designed for students with 2-3 yrs Acro experience ( must have front walkover, back walkover and round off)
Ballet Classes
Age 6-8 + 9-11 Years
Ballet 1 + 2
In these 45 minute ballet classes we focus on placement, alignment, flexibility and musicality through a blend of traditional ballet techniques and contemporary movement theory. Basic ballet concepts, vocabulary and skills are introduced through standard combinations at the barre and in the center. Each level is designed to be taken for 2 years in a row. As students progress through the levels the exercises will increase in length and difficulty and more emphasis will be placed on retention of choreography and performance quality. **This is not a RAD Grade class but can be used to further your practice or simply an enjoyable Ballet Class. For those dancers interested in pursuing their RAD exams please notify your teacher, exam classes will open in October.
Hip Hop Classes
Age 6-8 + 9-11 Years
The one 45 minute Hip Hop class is a fun, high energy dance form that has its roots in jazz. Learn this urban street dancing popularized in dance music videos.
Jazz Classes
Age 9-11 Years
Jazz classes are offered for ages 9-11 years. Please see our Jazz/Tap Combo classes below for your 6-8 year olds.
Jazz 1
Jazz is a very popular style of dance because it is energetic and fun. This is a 45 minute high energy class that encourages rhythm, coordination, flexibility and strength. This class is suited to the dancer who has very little jazz experience.
Jazz 1-2 + Jazz 2
The Jazz 1-2 and the Jazz 2 classes are suited to dancers who have had 1+ years of jazz experience.
Tap Classes
Age 9-11 Years
Tap classes are offered to children 9-11 years of age. Please see our Jazz/Tap combo classes above for your 6-8 year olds. This 45 minute long fun, high energy class focuses on Tap technique, developing musicality, rhythm and precision. Improves physical fitness and self confidence.
Lyrical Classes
Age 9-11 Years
Lyrical combines ballet, jazz and modern based movement. It is a very expressive form of dance that focuses on conveying musicality and emotion through motion with a contemporary modern feel. Contemporary dance assists with the development of creative and expressive movement as well as enhance spatial and body awareness as dancers gain fluidity, grace and control. Contemporary choreography pulls from a variety of other dance styles such as modern, jazz, lyrical, and ballet. It incorporates both the strong and controlled legwork of ballet as well as a unique focus on contact-release, floor work, fall and recovery, and the versatility of improvisation skills. Unpredictable changes in rhythm, speed, and direction are often used as well.
