Types of Dancing

Ballet Combo: Pre-School Ballet class for 4 & 5 year olds that focuses on imaginative and creative movement, as well as a general introduction to ballet, jazz and musical theatre fundamentals. A wonderful program to introduce children to dance and music.

Tap: Pre-School (age 4 and 5 years)
          Junior to Advanced ADAPT Syllabus (ages 6 and up).

Jazz: Junior to Advanced ADAPT Syllabus (ages 6 and up).

Ballet: ( RAD Syllabus):
Graded Levels

         Pre-School (see Ballet Combo above)
         Pre-Primary to Grade 8 (ages 6 and up)

Vocational Levels

         Intermediate Foundation, Intermediate,
         Advanced Foundation, Advanced 1 and Advanced 2.

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Demi-Pointe / Pointe: For students in Grade 4 and up who are not taking Vocational Classes but would like to try pointe. Students will begin by taking the class on demi-pointe and will be allowed to go on pointe when the teacher deems the student ready.

Hip Hop / Jazz: This class is for dance beginners and students who have had limited formal dance training. This class is for students 10 years and up.

Rhythm Tap: This is a non-syllabus tap class concentrating on rhythms and combinations incorporating every style of tap. This class is for dancers age 10 and over with minimal dance experience or older tap beginners.

Stretch 'n Tumble: This acrobatic and stretch class is for children age 6 and up who have had limited dance or acro experience but who are in a Junior Jazz level or ballet grade. Students will be introduced to acrobatics by an experienced coach. Fundamental dance movements and jazz technique will also be taught but on a limited basis.

Jazz / Tap Technique: For students in Junior 2 Jazz/Tap level to Intermediate (Adapt Syllabus) Jazz /Tap level. These classes will only be offered for 6-8 weeks and will be completed before our Adapt exams in early December. These classes will be mandatory for any students who are working towards their Adapt exams. You will register for these programs in late September, through the studio office. Further information will be available from your teachers when dancing starts in the fall.

Musical Theatre: We will be working on different jazz styles with a focus on improving performance ability and acting through Musical Theatre. This class is offered to students starting at the age of 6, and as high as a Pre-Int. 3 Jazz Level. Levels and classes will be determined by the teachers during registration.

Lyrical: Classes will offer and explore different styles of Lyrical. The teachers will concentrate on perfecting and strengthening technique and performance ability. An emphasis will be placed on musical interpretation and emotion. There will be three levels offered: see our policy handbook for more information.

Technique / Progressions / Acrobatics: All jazz students at a Pre-Int level to Advanced level are strongly encouraged to register for this program. This class will inspire all dancers to drastically increase their flexibility and strength and supplement their training by refining technique. Basic acrobatics will be taught by a qualified coach and further dance technique, turns and jumps from a Danscott teacher.

Contemporary: This class will focus on different styles and techniques in Jazz with an emphasis on Open and Modern. We will be introducing the dancers to many new forms of Jazz and creative new ideas, all to enhance their overall dance experience. This program will feature many guest teachers throughout the year. This class is only available to Intermediate 2 to Advanced (Adapt) level Jazz students.

Acro Intensive: : Participation in this class will be by invitation only, from the Danscott teaching staff. The program will run for the entire dance year and will encourage capable students to work hard on learning new acro skills as well as perfecting existing tricks. Our goal is to use these skills to enhance our regular class choreography and any extra choreography that might be offered.

Partnering / Lift Class: The emphasis will be on instruction and performance experience in partnering and is sure to motivate and inspire us to reach new heights. Dancers, who will be eligible to attend these classes, will be invited by the Danscott teaching staff.

Step Together - Parent 'n Tot: We are very excited to offer this program at Danscott Studio for children 1.5 years to 2.5 years. It will be a parented program that will offer activities and games to enhance your child’s coordination as well as introducing them to movement and music. Dana Ellis will be instructing this class and is sure to inspire you and your child as you explore new and exciting activities together.

Creative Movement: We are pleased to announce that we will be offering this very popular Creative Movement program for 3 and 4 year olds starting, October 2. 2010