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Class Descriptions
Hip Hop
Funky, Fresh, Smooth and all
kinds of Cool. This stylized
form of dance is just like what
you see in popular music
videos. The class aims to
develop co-ordination, rhythm
and style. Students will be
introduced to a variety of
movements, combinations,
and routines. This is a fun
and energetic class where
students are encouraged to
add their own sense of style
to each movement. The class
will have the opportunity to
perform one of their favourite
routines in the Academy's
year end recital. Don't worry
parents!! Music, costumes,
and choreography are always
selected carefully, and are
always age appropriate.

Triple Threat
I CAN SING! I CAN DANCE! I CAN ACT! I AM A STAR!
Triple Threat classes are designed to introduce students into the world of
singing, dancing, and acting.  This class combines imaginative musical
theatre activities with tap and jazz training to create an exciting class that
develops creativity, expression, and self confidence. Students will be
challenged to improve their vocal, dance, and performance capabilities while
working on several fun routines throughout the year. This class is a great
opportunity for young students to become exposed to many different areas
such as tap, jazz, and musical theatre to find out what they like best and where
they really shine. The class will also prepare a routine for the Academy`s year
end recital
Lyrical
Emotion in motion! Strongly influenced by ballet,
this form of Jazz will introduce students to
movements with a more flowing quality. Emphasis
will be on expression as Lyrical dance is medium
to express an idea, thought, or emotion. Students
will be introduced to new body lines and dynamics
while continuing to develop strength, technique and
performance presence. In addition to warm up and
across the floor activities, the class will be working
on several routines throughout the season, one of
which will be performed at the Academy's year end
recital
Tap
Let your feet play
the music! This
class focuses on
tap technique and
rhythm and will be
learning several
steps and routines
which progress in
difficulty throughout
the year. This is a
great class for
improving
co-ordination and
musicality, plus it`s
a lot of fun! Tap
Students will also
have the
opportunity to show
off their fancy
footwork in our year
end recital.
Ballet
The foundation of dance, ballet is visual poetry based on classical aesthetic values of
simplicity, balance, and harmony. As an art form it embraces drama, music, and visual
art. A solid foundation in ballet training develops physical discipline, strength, and grace
along with self expression and an appreciation of the arts. Classes wrap discipline and
structure in a blanket of fun and imagination. Students will be introduced to a selection of
carefully planned exercises that are studied intensively to develop the basis for their
technique. Each exercise is approached with enthusiasm and creativity, aiming to inspire
a love of dance in students while motivating them to challenge themselves. Each class
builds towards the ultimate goal of producing the beautifully tuned instrument that is a
dancer. All ballet students will be given the opportunity to perform in the Academy's year
end recital. Some students may have the opportunity to prepare for a Royal Academy of
Dance examination which will evaluate their progress and reward their achievements in
classical ballet technique and artistry.
Music & Movement for 3-4 year olds
Let's get moving! Music and Movement is an introduction to dance and music
appreciation for preschool aged children. It is designed to prepare them for any dance
class that they may enrol in as five year olds. The class aims to improve movement &
coordination , musicality, and spatial skills, as well as behavioral skills such as listening,
following directions, and working as part of a group. Each activity is created based on a
set of developmental learning goals for this special age group. Lessons are a delicate
mixture of familiar and new material that helps the children to become confident in
themselves and ready for new challenges. The class will prepare a short dance piece
that they will have the opportunity to perform at the Academy's year end recital.  
DANCE
FRIENDS
FUN
Kids: they dance before they learn there is anything that isn't music.  
~William Stafford
DREAMS
Acro
Taught by a certified instructor, this class focuses on flexibility
and strength training for acrobatic tricks. Each class will
include warm up, limbering, strength exercises, and tricks.
Acro tricks are incorporated with dance to create impressive
routines which will progress in difficulty throughout the year.
Students will have the opportunity to wow the audience with a
routine at our year end recital. In addition to being something
fun and different, this is great class for students who wish to
improve their flexibility and strength for ballet and jazz.
Adult Bellydance
Bellydance is an artistic
medium to express
emotion, passion, self
appreciation and
storytelling.  Created by
Skye Van Schetsen, the
class teaches a very
grounded,
technique-driven style of
dance with fun, fitness,
woman's empowerment,
and safety as its
foundations. Expect great
things and you will get
great things!!
Jazz
A faster paced class where students will learn the
co-ordination, strength and balance. In addition to warm up
and across the floor activities, the class will be working on
several routines progressing in level of difficulty throughout theseason.
The class will have the opportunity to perform one oftheir favourite
routines at the Academy's year end recital.Students may also have the
opportunity to prepare for anC.D.T.A. exam which will evaluate their
progress and reward their achievements in jazz technique & style.