Defying Gravity Dance
SEPT 16 - DEC 4 2024
Pre-Beginner Classes: Ages 4-5.5
Beginner Classes: Ages 6-9
Intermediate Classes: Ages 10-12
Advanced Classes: Ages 13-18
Adult Classes: Ages 19+
Competitive Classes:
For serious dancers looking to take their dance training to the next level. Adjudicated by professional judges at competitions and travel to Halifax is required. Extra comp fees.
Auditions are required. Ages 9+
Performance Classes:
For passionate dancers who love choreography & performing in front of an audience. Technique preparation, dancer developpement and live performances for the Showcase.
No Audition required. Ages 6+
Recreational Classes:
For creative dancers with or without experience looking to gain new skills and technique.
Non-performance class. Ages 4+
MONDAY:
5:30-6:30pm
Contemporary & Hip-Hop (Choreography)
INT/ADV. Ages 9+
Competition Team (Halifax/Showcase/Summer)
Class Description:
This class will focus on Choreography throughout the season in multiple styles for Competition, Showcase and extra performances in the summer. Dancers must take additional skill classes throughout the week. Auditions are required and attendance in mandatory for this class.
6:30-7:30pm
Solo, Duo & Trio (Choreography)
INT/ADV. Ages 9+
Competition Team (Halifax/Showcase/Summer)
Class Description:
This class focuses on Choreography for Competition and Showcase.
Dancers must audition or be selected for this class. Dancers will learn an additional routine. Various dance styles: Ballet, Contemporary, Pointe, Acro, Jazz, Hip-Hop.
Dance training/audition must be acquired before joining this team.
TUESDAY:
5:00-5:30pm
*NEW Pre-Pointe & Pointe Class
INT/ADV. Ages 10+
Assessment required (Recreational)
Class Description:
This class focuses on training for pointe. Dancers must have proper foot alignment and understanding of weight transfer. Once approved, dancers will be able to get fitted for their pointe shoes. Traditionally, dancers will sew their own pointes in class with the teacher for proper stitching. Barre exercises and demi-pointe centre exercises to begin.
5:30-6:30pm
Ballet & Contemporary
INT/ADV. Ages 10+
Performance Class (Showcase)
Class Description:
This class focuses on Ballet foundation, skills, weight transfer and technique strengthening.
The dancers will learn/execute turns, leaps and jump training at this level.
We also focus on Contemporary choreography, improv and combos throughout the term.
Dancers will perform a Contemporary routine in the Showcase.
6:30-7:30pm
Ballet & Contemporary
BEG. Ages 6-9
Performance Class (Showcase)
Class Description:
This class focuses on Ballet foundation, skills, weight transfer and technique strengthening.
The dancers will learn the basics and will begin to prep for turns, leaps and jumps.
We also focus on Contemporary choreography, improv and combos throughout the term.
Dancers will perform a Contemporary routine in the Showcase.
WEDNESDAY:
5:30-6:30pm
Hip-Hop
INT/ADV. Ages 10+
Performance Class (Showcase)
Class Description:
This class focuses on Hip-Hop skills and development throughout the season. New choreography and combos are taught to grow and refine skills. Dancers will also learn a fun and dynamic Hip-Hop routine for their end of season Showcase.
6:30-7:30pm
Hip-Hop & Acrobatics
BEG. Ages 6-9
Performance Class (Showcase)
Class Description:
This class teaches the basics and helps refine Acrobatic skills, drills and core strengthening. We also focus on Hip-Hop choreography, steps and combos throughout the term. Dancers will perform a Hip-Hop routine in the Showcase.
SATURDAY:
11:00-11:45am
Intro to Dance
PRE-BEG. Ages 4-5.5
Recreational Class (Non Performance)
10 weeks
Class Description:
This introductory class is perfect for dancers ages 4-5.5 who wish to learn and explore
the following Dance Styles: Acro, Ballet, Contemporary, Jazz and Hip-Hop. Experiencing different combos and exercises each week, providing a fun and engaging class with the tiny dancers.
12:00-1:00pm
*NEW Jazz & Acrobatics
BEG/INT. Ages 6+
Recreational Class (Non Performance)
10 weeks
Class Description:
This class teaches the basics and helps refines Acrobatic skills, drills and core strengthening.
Dancers will also learn fun and upbeat Jazz choreography, steps and combos throughout the term. This is a great class for versatyle dancers looking to expand their skills.
Schedule is subject to change.
Class placement is based on age, however, can be subject to change after observing the student’s dance abilities. This is at the discretion of the teacher.
Registration fees are refundable within 2 weeks of start date.
Sign-up deposits, costume rentals and competition fees are non-refundable.
Studio Hours:
MON @ 5:00-8:00PM
TUES @ 5:00-8:00PM
WED @ 5:00-8:00PM
SAT @ 11:00-1:00PM