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| Pre-School |
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This combination
class of ballet, jazz, acro and creative movement is a fun way to introduce
your 3 or 4 year old into the wonderful world of dance. Teachers will
begin to develop a young child's sense of rhythm and musicality by using
manipulative's such as scarves and percussion instruments. Age
appropriate music, along with imaginative story based activities will
stimulate them while learning valuable basic dance techniques. |
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| Ballet |
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Ballet is taught by teachers qualified with The Royal Academy of Dance (RAD),
an association recognized worldwide. Classes and exams are available
from pre-primary (age 5) to advanced levels. Ballet helps develop
control, strength, technique, coordination, and discipline. Ballet is
fundamental in the development of a dancer and is highly recommended for all dancers but is a mandatory component in our
competitive program. |
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| Modern |
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Modern dance explores correct body placement and
the ease of movement using limbering and stretching along with a variety of
contemporary dance techniques. |
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| Lyrical |
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Lyrical combines the fundamentals of ballet and
jazz. This interpretive form of dance uses artistry to reflect the
lyrics in a song to create an in-depth emotional performance. |
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| Jazz |
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| Jazz is a high-energy form of expression, where
students develop endurance, style, control, agility, strength, musicality
and coordination. Exams and syllabus work is with The Canadian Dance
Teachers Association. |
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| Tap |
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| Tap is often referred to as "making noise with
your feet". Our program offers a tap mix of classical Broadway style
to the newest funky sounds that will develop a students rhythm,
coordination and musicality. |
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| Acro |
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| Acro is a combination of dance and floor
gymnastics that will develop the dancers strength, balance and flexibility. |
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| Hip Hop |
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| This class is those "music video" lovers, designed for junior and senior teens. Classes are offered at a beginner and advanced level. All boys hip hop classes are also
available. |
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| Musical Theatre |
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| Musical Theatre integrates the skill of acting and the skill of dancing into a story-based play-like performance. Class content will include basic interpretive movement. Character development through performance, improvisation based activities, story telling and some interpretation. |
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| Drama |
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| Classes will explore a variety of dramatic forms, including the skills of tableau, mime, improvisation, role-playing, stage fighting, and character development. Through the development of these skills, students will improve their ability to work alone and with others. Performances will vary according to age and may include Readers' Theatre, Story Theatre, short scenes, student created theme-based performances, monologues, short one-act plays. |
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| Song and Dance |
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| Song and Dance class participants will explore and perform songs from many styles of music theatre including the traditional, modern, rock and pop repertories. They study character development, acting through song, as well as movement while singing. Standard vocal techniques to build and strengthen vocal tone will be part of each class. |
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