Disciplines

Introductory movements from acrobatics arts along with the artistry of dance in a fun and refreshing classroom experience.

Introductory movements from acrobatics arts along with the artistry of dance in a fun and refreshing classroom experience.

Pre-ballet classes nurture your child's interest in dance, while increasing coordination, concentration levels, cooperation, flexibility and ability to follow instructions. Students are given individual attention and guidance. Classes often incorporate free dance to give children the opportunity for self-expression, but the building blocks that prepare children for the structure of a ballet class are foremost in the class syllabus.

Building on the elements of ‘Ballet Preparatory 1, these pre-ballet classes nurture your child's interest in dance, while continually increasing coordination, concentration levels, cooperation, flexibility and ability to follow instructions. Students are given individual attention and guidance. Classes often incorporate free dance to give children the opportunity for self-expression coupled with the building blocks that prepare children for the structure of a ballet class.

Building on the elements of ‘Ballet Preparatory 1 & 2, these pre-ballet classes nurture your child's interest in dance, while increasing coordination, concentration levels, cooperation, flexibility and ability to follow instructions. Students are given individual attention and guidance. Classes often incorporate free dance to give children the opportunity for self-expression, by now, the building blocks that prepare children for the structure of a ballet class are foremost in the class syllabus.

Preparatory 4 classes build upon the elements in Preparatory 1 through 3 classes. Students are challenged to meet criteria that build coordination, and physical fitness. Attention span is increased, as is spatial awareness and cooperation with others all in a fun learning environment. Musicality plays an important role in learning exercises. Ballet Mime, improvisation and structured syllabus continues to prepare our students for future ballet learning in the foundations stream.

This is a wonderful way for children to experience the rhythm & sounds of tap & the movements in Jazz. Dancers will only perform one of the two dance styles in the recital but they will require both tap shoes and ballet slippers (for jazz).

This is a wonderful way for children to experience the rhythm & sounds of tap & the movements in Jazz. Dancers will only perform one of the two dance styles in the recital but they will require both tap shoes and ballet slippers (for jazz).

For dancers who are new (or slightly experienced) in dance interested in exploring dance, no experience is required to join our Fundamentals Program. These classes are offered in several age groupings. Combines the strength from acrobatics along with the artistry of dance. Conditioning work will assist them in their other dance styles. Learn Acro and conditioning at a softer entry level for dancers who are already attending 45 minutes to 3 hours of dance a week. There is NO performance requirement for this class.

For dancers who are new (or slightly experienced) in dance interested in exploring dance, no experience is required to join our Fundamentals Program. These classes are offered in several age groupings. These classes will concentrate on the development of ballet technique, and music and artistic exploration and appreciation – all in a relaxed, enjoyable and accessible environment for the novice dancer. Enjoy learning details of classical ballet technique, including posture, core strength, alignment, flexibility, grace, and coordination in a positive and professional atmosphere. A year end recital performance is included with this class.

For dancers who are new (or slightly experienced) in dance interested in exploring dance, no experience is required to join our Fundamentals Program. These classes are offered in several age groupings. Fundamental Jazz class includes a warm up, progressions and technique plus combinations. A year end recital performance is included with this class.

For dancers who are new (or slightly experienced) in dance interested in exploring dance, no experience is required to join our Fundamentals Program. These classes are offered in several age groupings. Fundamental Tap class includes a warm up, progressions and technique and choreography for their year end performance. The use of rhythm, musicality and combining sounds in this class improve a dancers musical awareness. A year end recital performance is included with this class.

For dancers who are new (or slightly experienced) in dance interested in exploring dance, no experience is required to join our Fundamentals Program. These classes are offered in several age groupings. Hip Hop is a fast-paced, high-energy form of urban dance. Classes start with a warm-up designed to get the blood pumping and the muscles working intensely, and then students will move on to learning a variety of hip hop styles & choreography. A year end recital performance is included with this class.

Combines the strength from acrobatics along with the artistry of dance. There is NO performance requirement for this class.

Pre-Foundations classes build upon the concepts begun in Preparatory 1 through 4 classes. Students build on coordination, musicality , enjoyment through movement , technique and physical fitness. Attention span is increased, as is spatial awareness and cooperation with others. As our school is built on a progressive learning scale, dancers will continue to learn new skills at each new level and year of enrolment. Year end ballet assessment is included with this class level.

Pre-Foundations classes build upon the concepts begun in Preparatory 1 through 4 classes. Students build on coordination, musicality , enjoyment through movement , technique and physical fitness. Upbeat class preparing for a year end recital piece.

Pre-Foundations classes build upon the concepts begun in Preparatory 1 through 4 classes. Students build on coordination, musicality , enjoyment through movement , technique and physical fitness. Upbeat class preparing for a year end recital piece.

Pre-Foundations classes build upon the concepts begun in Preparatory 1 through 4 classes. Students build on coordination, musicality , enjoyment through movement , technique and physical fitness. Upbeat class preparing for a year end recital piece.

Combines the strength from acrobatics along with the artistry of dance. Conditioning work will assist them in their other dance styles. All Acro students will learn the fundamentals of acrobatic skills as well as how to combine those skills into dance choreography. Students will also learn the importance of strength and flexibility needed in Acro. 

• One Hour class , twice a week (2 hours total)

• Plus Acro/Conditioning class ( 1 hour )

• Assessment & placement by Artistic Director

• Additional classes encouraged in Contemporary, Jazz , Tap

• Scheduled Accompaniment with our in house pianist

The Level 1(I) & 2(II) syllabi encompasses the basics of alignment, coordination of arms and legs, working with music (counting phrases and recognizing different meters), how to be prepared for class, protocol in the studio as it relates to classical ballet training and all other dance styles. **Dancers in levels I & II are required to attend 2 days a week of ballet both at 1 hour each class. Plus one Acro class a week. Contemporary, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop are also offered at these levels.

• 1.25 hour class , twice a week (2.5 hours total required ballet / week)

• Acro Class once a week ( 1 Hour)

• Prerequisite: Completed foundation 2 requirements

• Scheduled accompaniment with our in house pianist

• Classes encouraged in Contemporary, Jazz, Tap

• Eligible for Pre Pointe A & PBT Training

The Level III syllabus increases work on the barre, begins adding additional steps to their vocabulary. Each level progresses from the next and students must complete each foundation level prior to moving to the next. **Dancers in levels III are required to take two ballet classes a week & must attend Acro/ conditioning for their level. 

Contemporary, Jazz, Tap & Hip Hop are also offered at this level. PBT/PRE POINTE IS AVAILABLE AT THIS LEVEL.

FOUNDATIONS 4 (IV) BALLET 

• One & 1/4 Hour class , twice a week (2.5) (plus one supplement class)

• Prerequisite: Completed foundation 3 requirements

• Need to take a supplemental ballet class once a week at a lower level of training in preparation for exam work.

• Acro 1 hour a week

• Scheduled accompaniment with our in house pianist

• Classes encouraged in Contemporary Jazz, Tap

• Eligible for Pre-pointe class / PBT

• Additional classes at this level Hip Hop

DANCERS IN FOUNDATIONS 5 (V) :

• 1.5 hour class, twice a week (3 hours total) (plus 1 supplement)

• Prerequisite: Completed foundation 4 requirements

• Need to take a supplemental ballet class once a week at a lower level of training in preparation for exam work.

• Scheduled accompaniment with our in house pianist

• Choreography Classes held on Fridays

• Acro 1 hour a week / Contemporary 1 hour a week

• Beginner pointe class / PBT ( once permission given by artistic director)

• Additional classes at this level are jazz, Tap Hip Hop

DANCERS IN FOUNDATIONS 6 (VI) :

• 1.5 hour class, twice a week (3 hours total) (plus 1 supplement)

• Prerequisite: Completed foundation 4 requirements

• Need to take a supplemental ballet class once a week at a predetermined level of training in preparation for exam work.

• Choreography classes held on Fridays

• Scheduled accompaniment with our in house pianist

• Required Acro & Contemporary classes

• Pointe class / PBT ( once permission given by artistic director)

• Additional classes at this level are jazz, Tap Hip Hop

• Students in high school are eligible to receive high school credits beginning at foundations 5 & 6

Challenges in coordination, strength, alignment, understanding of new concepts, musicality, length of exercises, and retaining corrections from one lesson to the next. Level V - VI students work further on flow between movements and carriage, and demands are placed on them to retain their basic alignment and technical skills as combinations of steps increase in difficulty. Each level progresses from the next and students must complete each foundation level prior to moving to the next.

• Dancers working towards the Cecchetti Senior Certificate examination level.

• Dancers attend: 1.5 Hour class , 4x’s a week

• Scheduled accompaniment with our in house pianist

• Additional classes offered in Contemporary, Jazz, Tap, hip hop

• Acro Requirement

• PBT requirements class

• No pointe work requirement

• Prerequisite, completed FOUNDATION 6

• High School Credit program 25-5

PRE- PROFESSIONAL FOUNDATION+ 7A & 7B / PRE-INTERMEDIATE & INTERMEDIATE

This program is taught by our dedicated and qualified faculty and follows a developed curriculum that is proven to be highly effective in the development of safe and technically proficient dancers. Students continue to develop the fundamentals of ballet and dance technique while exploring the joy of movement and developing musical and artistic appreciation. In addition to our school curriculum students will learn and develop material in the Cecchetti method and may work towards completing an examination through Cecchetti Canada.

**Dancers in levels VII+ are required to take a minimum of 4 ballet classes a week plus two pointe classes & must attend Acro/ conditioning & contemporary for their level.

Student’s of High School age may also participate in our High School Credit and Diploma Program where they can earn up 15 credits for their dance training applied to their transcripts at their respective High School.

PROFESSIONAL LEVELS- (VOCATIONAL) FOUNDATION+ 8A & 8B /PRE-ADVANCED & ADVANCED 1

Professional VIII & IX -

• Working towards the Advanced 1 Cecchetti Classical Ballet examination

• A minimum two year program

• Scheduled accompaniment with our in house pianist

• Prerequisite: Completed Cecchetti intermediate examination/ level 7+ Foundations requirements

• Dancers must attend: 1 & 1/2 Hour class , 4x’s a week (plus 3 additional pointe classes) ( additional classes will be required leading up to any examination)

• Acro (1.25hr) & Contemporary Requirement

• PBT requirements class

• Pointe work requirement for female students

• Prerequisite, completed FOUNDATION 7+. Female candidates: completed pre and beginner pointe requirements & cleared for advanced level pointe work

• High School Credit program 35-5

• Level VIIIA (pre Advanced 1 ) Year 1

• Level VIIIB ( Advanced 1 ) Year 2

• High School Credit program 35-5

• In addition to our school curriculum students will learn and develop Advanced 2 material in the Cecchetti method and may work towards completing an examination through Cecchetti Canada.

• This Program is also very well suited to adults who have previously completed Advanced 1 Cecchetti who are working towards their Cecchetti teaching credentials or upgrading.

• Prerequisite: Completed Cecchetti Advanced 1 examination/ And level 8+ Foundation pointe and technical requirements. Cleared for advanced 2 level pointe work

• Invite only. Request for more information may be made to the artistic director

A style of expressive dance that combines elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, lyrical and classical ballet. The dancer's body movement is intended to convey their interpretation of the music. As part of their program, students registered in foundations ballet may participate in a contemporary class once per week ( offered at all levels foundation, required at level 5 & up). This class is designed to complement their ballet training and enhance their versatility. Within the class, students will explore different movement styles that promote the use of dynamics, expression, and creative thinking. Students will learn how to use their body to explore movement styles and patterns that challenge their physicality and artistry. Students will gain a deeper understanding of how their bodies can move and become versatile performers. Contemporary classes are all taught by qualified and experienced classical ballet teachers with specialized modern/contemporary training.

*Contemporary classes are 1 hour/ week . Plus choreography sessions in the Pre- Professional levels

We transform the rhythm and energy of hip hop music into the latest urban street dance moves like street funk, popping, or krumping. We offer competitive hip hop dance classes that promise to be fun, challenging and unbelievable exercise. Competitive hip hop dances must take the ballet & acro/ conditioning class at the teacher assessed level.

*All hip hop classes are 1 hour/ week

NOTE: Dancers assessed in any level in ballet will be automatically placed in equivalent level in other disciplines they have registered in.

One of the most fundamental dance forms in the performing arts. Strength and style are an important part of learning Jazz and each student will benefit from the technique learned in each class. All Jazz classes include a warm up, progressions and technique and of course Jazz choreography. **Required to take Foundations ballet, contemporary & acro/conditioning for festival/ competition levels. Teacher assessed level.

*Jazz classes are 1 hour/ week. Plus choreography sessions in the Pre- Professional levels

Pointe is a specialized part of ballet that requires years of preparation and buildup to the actual act of going ‘en pointe’. The decision to go onto pointe is not a light one and many factors must be taken into consideration; including the student’s basic ballet technique, specific strength and mobility of the feet and ankles, turnout and core control, maturity and bony development. Students should be already taking at least 3 ballet classes a week for at least a year before starting en pointe, so this is a great time to see the commitment of the students who are serious about it, and those that are not! Students will undergo a personalized assessment by their dance teacher who will also require an “OK” from a health professional who specializes in working with dancers. This process is also a great learning experience for students already en pointe to highlight any areas that need attention, or to improve aspects of their technique.

Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) is an innovative body-conditioning and strengthening program that has been designed to enhance students' technique by focussing on training the muscle memory required in each exercise in all forms of dance. It is a unique training system using ballet-technique specific exercises to train skill acquisition in a graded and progressive manner from junior through to advanced levels. PBT helps teachers around the world prepare their students to receive the strength they need to achieve their personal best.

Rhythm and sounds of the feet are combined to create this dance form. Centre exercises as well as progressions across the floor will strengthen technique and improve musicality. **Required to take ballet acro/conditioning for festival/competition levels Teacher assessed level.

Tap classes are 1 hour/ week . Plus choreography sessions in the Pre- Professional levels