COURSES OFFERED BY DANCE ALIVE STUDIOS

Ballet provides a good, solid foundation for many of the other dance styles in the DAS Recreational program, and it’s Caelia’s personal favourite! We have four levels of recreational adult ballet: Beginner, Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced.

Adults are welcome to train in pointe class regardless of their experience, but must be patient about progress – pointe shoes may only be purchased and practiced in once the teacher deems it safe.

Ankle mobility, weight placement, and glute activation are key components. Tyneal approaches Tap from a fundamental movement approach with proper conditioning and biomechanical techniques, while weaving in the history and rhythm of the steps.

Basic Jazz technique – posture control, weight placement, core strength – is very similar to Ballet, so Ballet training is often helpful for the Jazz dancer. Jumps and turns are prominent in Jazz training, and dances are usually performed to upbeat music with style.

Previously called “Hip Hop”, our classes are now called Street Dance to show respect toward Hip Hop culture (includes dance, community, music, clothing, and more).

Our Acro program is based in good foundation gymnastics conditioning and incorporates elements from the Acrobatic Arts dance program. As adults, it can be difficult and even scary to develop the skills necessary to safely perform acrobatic tricks.

Perfect for children who want to explore movement and for caregivers who want to get out of the house and meet new friends!