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GENRE OF DANCE
BALLET COMBO
Pre-School ages 4-5 years
No experience is required!
Ballet Combo will be an introduction to ballet, music, coordination and of course, grace!
A 30 minute class that will foster the love of dance for our mini ballerinas. Optional sessions are available from September-December, and January-February.
Please note that dancers who are participating in a session will not participate in our year end Showcase.
PRE-PRIMARY/PRIMARY BALLET
Ages 5-6 years
No experience is required!
Pre-Primary/Primary is an introduction to ballet that includes increased levels of coordination, as well as an introduction to technique and discipline.
A 45 minute class, sure to have your dancer twirling with excitement! Optional sessions are available from September-December, and January-February.
Please note that dancers who are participating in a session will not participate in our year end Showcase.
RAD BALLET GRADES
Grade 1 to Grade 8
All dancers who are registered in Grade 3 ballet or higher will participate in a mandatory second class. This class will cover the additional set character and free movement work, as well as reinforce classical technique. Second classes will run until the February break, as outlined in our studio calendar. Students selected for RAD Exams, will have additional exam prep classes, in early 2024.
For Grade 3 and up, the second class will end at our February 2024 break.
Please note on schedule “A” classes will remain for the year, “B” classes will end at the February break.
VOCATIONAL PROGRAMS
Intermediate Foundation, Intermediate,
Advanced Foundation- Advanced 2
All levels include a corresponding Pointe/Demi-Pointe class. AdvancedFoundation and higher must also register for a separate Advanced Open BalletClass where additional technique and Pointe training is reinforced. This Advanced Open Ballet class will be mandatory for all Higher level Vocational students and is optional for Intermediate.
All Vocational students must also be registered in a ballet grade unless the student has successfully completed their Grade 8, RAD exam.
Choreography is not offered in the regular Vocational Classes; any extra choreography will be at the teacher’s discretion and will happen outside of regular classes .
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JAZZ/TAP COMBO
Ages 4-5 years
No experience is required!
Our combo classes are an introduction to both tap and jazz.
A 45 minute class that will encourage all students, while introducing new and exciting elements.
Optional sessions are available from September-December, and January-February. Please note that dancers who are participating in a session will not participate in our year end Showcase.
PRE-JUNIOR JAZZ
Adapt Syllabus
Ages 6-7 years
Classes run September-June, and dancers will participate in our year end Showcase! Optional sessions are available from September-December, and January-February. Please note that dancers who are participating in a session will not participate in our year end Showcase.
PRE-JUNIOR TAP
Adapt Syllabus
Ages 6-7 years
Classes run September-June, and dancers will participate in our year end Showcase! Optional sessions are available from September-December, and January-February. Please note that dancers who are participating in a session will not participate in our year end Showcase.
TAP
Adapt Syllabus
8 Years +
Classes run September-June, and dancers will participate in our year end Showcase!
Optional fall session is from September-November. Please note that dancers who are participating in a Fall session only, will not participate in any selected competitions or in our year end Showcase. Competition involvement will be determined by the teacher and studio directors.
JAZZ
Adapt Syllabus
8 Years +
Following the ADAPT Syllabus, classes run September-June, and dancers will participate in our year end Showcase! Optional Fall session is available from September-November.
Please note that dancers who are participating in only a session, will not participate in any chosen competitions, or in our year end Showcase.
Competition involvement will be determined by the teacher and studio directors.
STRETCH 'N TUMBLE
5 Years +
This introductory acrobatic and stretch program is for children ages 5 and up. A focus on flexibility and strength will be taught in this class, with basic introductory acrobatic skills covered. This is a training only class, and will not participate in our year end Showcase. Optional sessions are available September-December, January-March or April-May.
ACROBATICS
Dancers must be interested in expanding their acro knowledge in all areas.
Flexibility is also a focus for these classes.
Acro 1
This program is for those students who are interested in building on the acrobatic movements mastered in Stretch ‘N Tumble. Flexibility and strength are an important emphasis in this class, in order to safely progress to more complex acrobatic skills. Classes run September-June. Optional sessions are available September-December, and January-March, or April-May. This is a training only class, and will not participate in our year end Showcase.
Acro Intensive
Participation in these classes is by invitation only from the DS Teaching Staff and Director. Class placement will be determined by considering age and ability. Classes run September-June. Choreography for this class is by invitation only, and will be done outside of regular class time.
LYRICAL
8 Years +, Junior 2/3 Jazz and Higher
With an emphasis on lyric interpretation, students will focus on strengthening their technique while working on their performance quality. Levels are subject to change, and will be at the discretion of DS Faculty. Students registered in Lyrical, must be registered in a jazz and ballet program. Students will be placed according to these levels, and multiple levels will make up each class. Classes run September-June, and dancers will participate in our year end Showcase!
Optional fall session is available from September-November.
Please note that dancers who are participating in a Fall session only, will not participate in any selected competitions or in our year end Showcase. Competition involvement will be determined by the teacher and studio directors.
STRETCH AND STRENGTH
Mandatory (Pre-Inter 1 Jazz B and up)
Dancer specific body conditioning to improve our general technique, strength and flexibility.
SPECIALTY CLASSES AVAILABLE
CONTEMPORARY
September-Spring Break (Pre Intermediate 1 Jazz & up)
Focusing on new combinations, and other styles of dance such as open and modern.
This is a training only class, and will not participate in our year end Showcase. Students must be registered in a full season jazz program to register for Contemporary.
Level 1: Pre Inter 1 Jazz B, Pre Inter 2 Jazz A
Level 2: Inter 2 Jazz B, Inter 3-Pre Adv Jazz B
MUSICAL THEATRE
8 Years + (Junior 2/3 Jazz B and higher)
Different styles of jazz, along with singing and acting make up our Musical Theatre programs.
All students registered in Musical Theatre, must also be registered in a jazz class. Grouping of classes will be determined by age, ability, experience and commitment.
Classes run September-June, and dancers will participate in our year end Showcase!
Optional fall session is available from September-November.
Please note that dancers who are participating in a Fall session only, will not participate in any selected competitions or in our year end Showcase.
Competition involvement will be determined by the teacher and studio directors.
HIP HOP/STREET JAZZ
Sessions are available for juniors, as well as experienced dancers!
This is a training only class, and will not participate in our year end Showcase.
JUNIOR SPECIALTY COMBO
Lyrical + Musical Theatre Combo Class (Pre Junior/Junior 1 Jazz B)
We are thrilled to offer a beginner lyrical/musical theatre combo class for our minis!
Requirements for this class: students must be registered for a full year jazz, and ballet
class at Danscott.
Optional Fall session is available. Please note that dancers who are participating in a Fall session only, will not participate in any selected competitions or in our year end Showcase.
Competition involvement will be determined by the teacher and studio directors.
JUMPS & TURNS/PROGRESSIONS
Intermediate-Pre-Adv Jazz
A supplementary training class designed to enhance overall training.
Session dates are available through the office.
PARTNERING & ADAGIO CLASS
The emphasis for this program 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 and studio director only. Watch for further details.
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