Contemporary
Jazz
Hip Hop
Tap
Each group will only run if sufficient enrollment is met. Please note that a competitive group requires a minimum of four dancers in order to proceed.
Solos, Duos and Trios are available in any style upon request
Competitive Group Dances
Competitive group dances are choreographed and refined throughout the season, with dedicated time for technique and performance quality. The structured progression includes:
Weeks 1–4: Focus on technique and foundational skills.
Weeks 4–12: Choreography development.
Remainder of the season: Continued technique work, refinement, and cleaning.
All competitive dances will be performed in our year-end recital.
Solos, Duos & Trios
Solos, duos and trios are choreographed biweekly throughout the season, with ongoing cleaning sessions.
Cleaning sessions occur 2–3 times per month on weeknights or some Saturdays, alternating between Week 1 and Week 2 schedules.
| If You Are In Competitive... | You Are Required To Take... |
|---|---|
| Contemporary/Lyrical (Group, Solo or Duo) | Non-Competitive Ballet |
| Jazz (Group, Solo or Duo) | Non-Competitive Ballet Non-Competitive Jazz |
| Hip Hop (Group, Solo or Duo) | Non-Competitive Jazz or Non-Competitive Ballet is highly recommended but not required |
| Tap (Group, Solo or Duo) | Non-Competitive Tap Non-Competitive Ballet is highly recommended |
| Musical Theater (Solo or Duo) | Non-Competitive Jazz OR Non-Competitive Ballet |
| Acro (Solo or Duo) | Non-Competitive Acro Non-Competitive Ballet |
Recommended Classes
Although not mandatory for all competitive styles, taking these classes will benefit students:
Ballet
Progressive Ballet Technique (PBT)
Non-Competitive Jazz
Non-Competitive Contemporary
| STYLE | SHOES/ACCESSORIES |
|---|---|
| CONTEMPORARY/LYRICAL | Nude coloured foot undies, Bare feet or Socks (Will be decided when choreography is finished based on what dancers are comfortable dancing in) |
| JAZZ | Black slide on Jazz Shoes |
| TAP | Black Tap Shoes - Cuban heels for dancers ages 5-12, lace up for dancers 13+ (please speak with Miss Cierra before purchasing) |
| MUSICAL THEATRE | Black Jazz Shoes or Musical Theatre Shoes (Will be decided based on age and choreography) |
| ACRO | Barefeet |
| HIP HOP | Clean White Sneakers |
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