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DANCE PROGRAM
Dance Level Requirements
Pearl: Classes for older students who are new to dance. Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of dance technique and performance in a supporting and caring environment.
*Pearl Advanced classes are offered for students who want to take the next step but are still working on building a foundation in dance.
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Gold: Classes for novice students who want to build upon their foundations in dance. This class is for students who have had at least 1 year of dance training.
*Gold Advanced classes are offered for students who want to take the next step but are still working on building a foundation in dance.
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Ruby: Starting classes for our younger students beginning at the age of 5 and for students who are new to dance. Introduction to the fundamentals of dance technique and performance in a supporting and caring environment. Ballet is recommended for Ruby students.
*Please note that dancers must be 9+ years to start Lyrical at the Opal level.
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Opal: For students who have a foundation in dance technique and are moving up to the next level. Students will build upon their experiences in Ruby to continue their growth in their technical training. Dancers must have completed Pearl or Ruby.
Royal: For dancers at a beginner-intermediate level who have had a few years of dance training. Dancers must have completed Opal or have equivalent training. Students in our Pearl/Gold program may enter into the mainstream dance program in this level at the discretion of the program directors.
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Emerald: A level for dancers at an intermediate level who have had multiple years of dance training. Dancers must have completed Royal, have equivalent experience or Students in our Pearl/Gold program may enter into the mainstream dance program at the discretion of the program directors.
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Sapphire: A level for intermediate dancers who are continuing their training and developing their technical skills. Dancers must have completed Emerald or may enter this level with equivalent experience and at the discretion of the program directors.
Turquoise: For dancers who are moving from intermediate to advanced training. Dancers must have completed Sapphire or may enter this level with equivalent experience and at the discretion of the program directors.
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Diamond: For advanced students who want to continue their technical development and take their training to the next level. Diamond classes are built to challenge students and not only continue their technical growth but encourage the development of their creative expression.
All subject to Dance Director's approval and may require a dance assessment in order to determine appropriate class placement.
Acro
Introductory and intermediate level class that will build acrobatic skills and knowledge of the basics. Acro is not the typical tumbling or gymnastics class. Under the guidance of an experienced acro instructor, students will work towards increased flexibility, balance, strength, muscle control, discipline and concentration. Students will also work on skills such as rolls, cartwheels, walkovers and more! This class is focused on fundamental acrobatic techniques.
Kinderdance
AGES: 3-5 yrs
A wonderful introduction to the world of dance. This program is a comprehensive early childhood dance syllabus that is based on children’s physical, emotional and cognitive development. It encourages creativity, self-expression and fundamental movement skills, while learning fundamental beginner ballet and tap steps. This class performs in both our Simply Christmas and Year-End Recitals.
Ballet
Improve strength, poise, balance, and control as well as support the development of your dance technique. Dancers will study the discipline of ballet through an accredited syllabus aimed at developing technical skill and performance quality. Students may be entered into Ballet examinations at the discretion of the teacher. Ballet classes perform in both our Simply Christmas and Year-End Recitals.
Jazz
Jazz is a fundamental form that complements all other styles of dance. Jazz classes are comprised of a warm-up, centre work and progressions including jumps and turns. Technique and style through choreography are emphasized. Students will learn progressive skills, jazz combinations and routines. All of our jazz classes perform in both our Simply Christmas and Year-End Recitals.
Tap
Make music with your feet! With a mix of technical steps and rhythm combinations, Students train their musical ear and their feet in this exciting dance style. Develop and improve timing, rhythm, and coordination as well as strength and endurance. Once you start tapping, you’ll never want to stop! All of our tap classes perform in both our Simply Christmas and Year-End Recitals.
Contemporary
Combining technique and skill from other dance forms, Contemporary dance is a form of expressive dance that combines elements that connect the mind and the body through fluid dance movements which allow students to explore their individual dance expressions and storytelling. All of our contemporary classes perform in both our Simply Christmas and Year-End Recitals.