BALLET
Ballet students learn curriculum set by the Royal Academy of Dance. The Curriculum is designed for each age level. Each level of graded ballet is progressive and builds on the skills acquired in the previous level, but dancers may join at any grade until Grade 3 Ballet.
The dance vocabulary is taught carefully through certified teachers. Each child’s age and physical capabilities dictate the level at which they dance. Students who participate in Pre-Primary and Primary ballet lessons may also be invited to take examinations through the Royal Academy of Dance.
What to Wear: Ballet uniforms are available for purchase at the front desk. Shoes are not available at the studio for purchase.
JAZZ
Jazz follows a specific vocabulary where students progress through levels increasing difficulty and complexity with age and ability. Students learn skills such as turns, kicks, balances, jumps and travelling sequences. The skills learned in Jazz incorporate many levels of space, movement patterns and formations. Jazz vocabulary is performed to popular music.
What to Wear: Uniform is available for purchase at the front desk. Shoes are not available at the studio for purchase.
HIP HOP
Hip Hop is a dance style that primarily focuses on rhythm and fun energetic moves! It gives students a foundation for movement and breakdance.
What to Wear: Loose fitting clothing that students can move comfortably in, such as sweatpants and a t-shirt, and clean indoor sneakers.
TAP
Tap Dance is a dance style characterized by the sounds of tap shoes striking the floor as a form of percussion. Our tap program follows the curriculum set by the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD). This syllabus is designed for each age and ability of the student with a focus on fun and movement. Students who participate in tap lessons may be invited to take examinations through the ISTD.
What to Wear: Uniform is available for purchase at the front desk. Shoes are not available at the studio for purchase.
MUSICAL THEATRE – BROADWAY BOUND
Musical Theatre is a jazz-based dance class that encompasses movement, lip syncing, and dancing all in one.
What to Wear: Uniform is available for purchase at the front desk. Shoes are not available at the studio for purchase.
ACRO – STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
Acro combines classic dance technique with acrobatic elements, with a focus on gaining strength, control, and flexibility. Blending fluid dance movements with gymnastic skills such as handstands, aerials, splits, tumbling and more. At LDA our Acro program focuses on completing these skills in a safe, supportive environment in order to support each dancer in a long successful dance career.
CONTEMPORARY
Contemporary dance is a style of expressive dance that combines several dance genres such as modern, jazz, lyrical, and classical ballet. Contemporary dance strives to connect the dancers mind and body through fluid dance movements.