Ballet
Ballet is an important base for most dance disciplines.
This year we have introduced the New Zealand Association of Modern Dance Syllabus which is designed to progressively challenge all students from beginners to skilled Ballerinas. With the option of sitting exams, our Ballerinas learn to move with poise and grace while mastering their Balletic posture.
Pre-Ballet
Pre Ballet is an exciting class for enthusiastic little Ballerinas. Contrasting a mixture of fun and games with some of the discipline structures of a Ballet class, the kids have fun while learning the basics. They come out at the end of the year with a solid foundational understanding of techniques, performance skills, become familiar with the language of the Ballet classroom and grow in ability to recall dance sequences. A great starter class that equips keen young dancers with the skills to feed into any dance form they might choose later on.
Preparatory Grade Ballet
This class is fantastic for up and coming Ballerinas, teaching them the basic techniques of Balletic movement. Through this class they are introduced to Ballet terms and exercises that equip them with confidence and basic skills.
Grade One Ballet
This is the next step from the Preparatory Grade, where the Ballerinas gain a deeper understanding of Balletic technique. The Ballerinas learn stronger routines, and are trained in Ballet at a more challenging level suited for ages 7-8 years.
Contemporary/Lyrical
Combining elements of Ballet, Modern, Jazz, and Tap techniques, our Contemporary/Lyrical class is about enjoying music and the freedom of movement. As students progress, they learn to understand movement and concepts such as weight, flow, momentum and the use of gravity. A fantastic style of dancing that teaches technical skill and emotional focus, the students learn to tell a story through their movement.
Musical Theatre
Musical Theatre is an exciting style that incorporates theatrical, Broadway-style dances and moves. This leads to a style of dance with an emphasis on performance and expression. Our Musical Theatre students are given the opportunity to experience dance in a fun and vibrant atmosphere, and equips them with great choreography, polished stage presence and ever-increasing confidence. With full on energetic dances and performance skills, our classes incorporate music from shows the kids love and a blend of the latest hip hop moves. Students are introduced to music from shows that have shaped musical theatre and the Broadway scene over the years. They achieve an increased confidence in their performance and develop dance skills from the basics through to an advanced level.
Hip Hop
This is a full on class that encourages, equips and inspires students to learn new skill sets to upbeat music. Students will learn to choreograph, work in groups and perform dance sequences. They will also be introduced to new and old hip hop styles and encouraged to extend themselves in their choreography and technique.
Street
Original…. sharp…. and full of energy. Our Street classes are always fresh and overloaded with cutting edge moves. Bringing the rhythm and vibrancy out of each student, this class collaborates great moves, great music and stellar choreography to produce one of a kind dances that every student is proud to perform.