Our ballet teen classes provide a unique opportunity for teens and pre-teens who want to train in ballet but have limited or no experience in the discipline.
Our ballet teen classes provide a unique opportunity for teens and pre-teens who want to train in ballet but have limited or no experience in the discipline.
This class uses modified elements from the Jr. and foundation grades to build up strength and technique.
Note: Most teen dancers will complete 2-3 years of the teen class before moving into the progression grades should they be recommended.
Dancers can also continue to take ballet tech should they not move into the ballet competition levels.
We are DDA, a team of fun professional dance instructors and administrative staff being passionate about what we do. DANCE.
Formed in 1989 by Darlene Drummond, our Edmonton dance school has constantly grown for a reason. Darlene has always believed that a positive environment builds a child’s self-esteem and is the key for success, no matter how old you are or what you do.
Our goal is to PUT THE FUN BACK INTO DANCE and help our students to reach their goals, grow and excel using a creative and positive teaching style.
From our Full Year Dance Programs and Fall, Winter & Spring Short Term Dance Classes for toddler (18 mo +), children, teens and adults to our DDA Kids Birthday Parties , Drop & Shop Mini Holiday Camps or Kidz Summer Camps & Summer Dance Classes…
we continuously strive to offer programs that meet your needs and to be the dance studio in Edmonton where everyone feels welcome.
It includes all main aspects that will help you to become a performing dancer. We will start with ballet barre and stretching, then will transfer to jumps and turns.
Our ballet program is based on a combination of methods and syllabi, including the Royal Academy of Dance Syllabus. The curriculum is developmentally sound, and adaptable to various levels of ability.
Children start to develop a stronger sense of self, and on top of all of the fun, they begin to make use of long term memory. The goal of this program is to awaken in the children the pleasure of dance movement and body awareness.
The development of basic to advanced technique as the foundation of all dance with emphasis on dramatic expression through barre exercise and stretches for flexibility, strength, control, balance, poise, and grace.
Students are required to wear a body suit or fitted top with spandex shorts, leggings or tights. Students are required to wear beige jazz/modern shoes with their hair in a pony tail or bun out of their face.
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