Dance styles we offer

All the info you need to help you make the best choice

Burlesque

What is Burlesque?
It’s definitely something for the ladies. Burlesque is more of a sensual sexy style of dancing, a lot like cabaret. More hip movements like rolls and shimmies and shaking.
What age do you have to be to start?
This class starts from the age of 18+ and ranges from 24 year old women to 54 year old women so no matter your size, shape or age, this is just for you.
About the class?
The class is more sassy and fun as burlesque overlaps in meaning with caricature, parody and travesty, and, in its theatrical sense, with extravaganza, as presented during the Victorian era. The class is not overly sexy but rather kept classy and captivating. We often use props such as chairs, feather boas, hats etc. to bring a fun element. This style is all fun and laid back, with the efficient workout and you time that all women look for. Dance choreography is taught and rehearsed enough for each and every person to get the steps no matter their capability. If you’re a beginner, an ex-dancer or current dancer this class is for you.
What Attire should you wear?
You can wear any attire that is comfortable for you; if you prefer or would like to dance in heels bring them along. Cabaret heels can be ordered and bought.

Ballet/Modern Combo

Ladies Classes

What is Ballet/Modern?
Ballet is a highly technical form of dance with its own vocabulary based on French terminology. It is a classical style of dance. Modern is a free expressive style of dancing that developed in the early 20th century as a reaction to classical ballet.
What age do you have to be to start?
This class starts at the age of 18 and is a brand new addition to our adult classes.
About the class?
This is perfect for beginners wanting to learn the basics of technique and rhythm. A specific syllabus is formed to combine the two styles resulting is something that you will find nowhere else but here. Small routines and exercises are developed and thought to focus on various parts of the styles and takes you through a buildup later on teaching you to do the advanced stuff, but for now as starters we do the most basic of basic. This class is for anybody and everybody so you are sure to love it!
What Attire should you wear?
Any attire of clothing is fine to wear as long as you are comfortable. If you have leotards, skirts and ballet or modern shoes you are welcome to wear them to class. It can always be made a possibility to buy the dance attire such as; (ballet/modern shoes, leotard, skirt and tights) if requested.

Belly

What is Belly
Belly is a dance originating in the Middle East, typically performed by a woman and involving undulating movements of the belly and rapid gyration of the hips
What age do you have to be to start?
This class starts from the age of 16+ and like the burlesque ranges in all ages.
About the class?
Belly is a total core workout and is very upbeat and enjoyable. This style is highly recommended if you are focusing on getting a workout. Like burlesque Dance choreography is taught and rehearsed enough for each and every person to get the steps no matter their capability.
What Attire should you wear?
If you have any belly belts or veils you can bring them to class otherwise they will be provided to you. It can also be organized to buy on request

Toddler and Kids Classes

Creative Movement

What is Creative Movement?
Creative Movement is a joyful way for children to explore movement through music, develop physical skills, channel energy, stimulate imagination and promote creativity.
What age do you have to be to start?
This class starts from the age of 3+ and goes up to the age of 7.
About the class?
A Ballet starter class. Syllabi I personally developed for a toddler which is a joyful way for children to explore movement through music, develop physical skills, channel energy, stimulate imagination and promote creativity. Creative movement uses body actions to: communicate an image, communicate an idea or communicate a feeling. Creative Movement provides children with opportunities for noncompetitive, success-oriented and creative experiences. Through movement, children learn about their bodies, the space around them, and each other. Creative movement ACTIVITIES should encourage all children to participate. Both boys and girls enjoy these classes. All children can benefit, including children with communication, sensory, developmental or physical challenges.
What Attire should you wear?
Express yourself and dress for the occasion; tulle tutu, fairy wings, etc. for girls and boys are free to wear whatever they please

Modern

What age do you have to be to start?
This class starts from the age of 5 and ranges up to the age of mid teen
About the class?
Your child will be placed on the Understated Grades according to age and experience in dance. These descriptions are merely to let you as a parent know what is available and what it is about.These classes are AIDT Syllabi classes and are taken more seriously. An internationally recognized. These classes take time and commitment from both the parents and child/children if the decision of doing an internationally recognized exam is taken.
What Attire should you wear?
It is compulsory to wear a leotard with either hot pants or ¾ leggings. Nude tights are optional.
If you do not have any of the attire it is possible to order and buy.

Pre Grade Modern
A.I.D.T Syllabi with a set technique and a theme. This class can be taken more seriously and if parents choose to take a child’s dancing career further it is optional for the kids to do an examination and if passed a rapport will be given that is internationally recognized.
– starting from the age of 5 years

Pre Grade II - Circus performance
A.I.D.T Syllabi with a set technique and a circus theme, perfect for kids who love to perform. This class is to be taken after the pre grade modern or starting from the age of 6. It is also optional for the kids to do an examination and if passed a rapport will be given that is internationally recognized.
– starting from the age of 6 years

Stepping Stones
A.I.D.T syllabi with set technique and no characterization at all. This Grade is lead up to Grade 1 Modern and suggested for kids that have taken dance classes beforehand. It is also optional for the kids to do an examination and if passed a rapport will be given that is internationally recognized.
– starting from the age of 6 years

Grade 1 Modern, Grade 2 Modern and Grade 3 Modern
A.I.D.T syllabi with set technique and no characterization at all. These grades are led up to grade 4 and final grade modern. It is also optional for the kids to do an examination and if passed a rapport will be given that is internationally recognized. These classes take time and commitment from both the parents and child/children if the decision of doing an internationally recognized exam is taken.

Choreography

What age do you have to be to start?
These classes start from the age of 3 and ranges up to the age of 18
About the class?
This can either be a one on one class or group class depending on the popularity of each style. These classes are for your need to learn a specific style and are molded to your specific need. A dance routine; Basic to Advanced, will be choreographed and taught with benefits of doing a warm-up, leaning Improv, choreography and showmanship. Either the Modern, Hip Hop or Ballet will be according to choreography and will be a combination of styles relating to the main style. After choosing any of the stated styles (Modern, Hip Hop, Ballet) your child will be placed in a class according to age and experience in dance (Beginner, Junior, Intermediate or Advanced)
The Following is offered
Modern class e.g.
Modern Jazz
Broadway
Musical Theatre
Hip hop class e.g.
Tutting
Traditional Hip Hop
Lyrical Hip Hop
Ballet class e.g.
Chinese
Traditional
Contemporary
What Attire should you wear?
Wear Attire to suit each dance style

Improvisation

This class is COMPULSORY to each student that starts.There will be 1 class in the beginning of each month.
What age do you have to be to start?
This class is vitally important as it unlocks a kid’s full capability in dance and teaches them not to be self-conscious around others. I first leant Improv through Alex Wong and Tara Jean Popowich (famous names in the So You Think You Can Dance World) at a TDA (Theatre Dance Association) dancing course.
There will be 3 placements
Either;
Junior (3-10 years of age)
Intermediate (11-16 years of age)
Advanced (16 + years of age)
What is Improv?
Dance improvisation is the process of spontaneously creating movement. Development of improvised movement material is facilitated through a variety of creative explorations including body mapping through levels, shape and dynamics schema. Theater and Professional dancers use this technique to bond a group or an individual, giving a dancer the capability to grow beyond any boundary.
Benefits of Improv?
· Their confidence is higher.
· They are more poised on stage.
· They are more likely to dance right through a forgotten section or recover from a mistake without the audience ever knowing anything was wrong.
· It helps free the creative mind.
· It teaches them “you first, dance second” (Humbleness)
· Encourage Self-Discovery
· Improves Musicality
· Inspires Choreography
What Attire should you wear?
Any style of attire is acceptable, dress comfy and suited more ease of movement