DANCE DISCIPLINES
At SDC, we’re passionate about inspiring dancers of all ages and skill levels. Whether your child is just starting their dance journey at age 3 or refining their technique as a teenager, we offer a variety of dance styles to spark their creativity and growth.
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To create the best learning environment, we use a unique colour-coding system to groups students. Factors considered include age, skill and experience level. This thoughtful approach ensures every dancer feels supported, challenged, and empowered to reach their full potential in every class.
KIDDIE DANCE
AGE 3
This program will introduce your child to the basics in dance. They will learn movement through story, music and rhymes.
DANCE READINESS
AGES 4-5
This program introduces dance through rhythm, musicality, and imagination, sparking a passion for dance.
TAP
AGES 4+
An energetic dance style focusing on rhythm, style, and technique, perfect for kids who enjoy expressive movements.
BALLET
AGES 4+
The foundation of all dance, ballet develops posture, self-discipline, and technique. Competition dancers are required to take a ballet class.
PRE-JAZZ
UNDER 7
For those who have completed two years of Dance Readiness, this class transitions dancers into jazz.
JAZZ
AGES 7+
Jazz is a dynamic dance style focusing on technique, flexibility, strength, and rhythm, featuring leaps and transitions.
HIP HOP
AGES 6+
A high energy class done to today's age appropriate popular music. Boys Hip Hop may be offered if there are enough registrants.
MUSICAL THEATRE
AGES 7+
Ideal for those who enjoy musicals. Develops dancing, acting, and lip-synching skills.
ACRO
AGES 6+
Focuses on tumbling, partnering, balance, and contortion, enhancing skills in lifts and acrobatic movement.
JUMPS & TURNS
AGES 8+
A technique class. Note: there is no recital dance as part of this class. Open to all dancers; required for competition dancers 8 years and older.
LYRICAL/CONTEMPORARY
AGES 11+
Combines technical training with modern movement, using ballet and jazz techniques to express emotions through music.