programs

Recreational program

This option may be taken by beginner to experienced dancers who wish to learn or improve dance and performance skills, increase physical strength, stamina and flexibility. Students will learn a routine and perform on stage in the year end show! Recreational classes are an excellent way to de-stress, let loose, and enjoy time with new and old friends!

Dance Style	Age Range	Description
Mini-Movers	2-3 years	Mini-Movers provides the opportunity for children to be introduced to the fundamentals of jazz, ballet and acrobatics. Children will participate in activities aimed to enhance motor skills, sense of rhythm and coordination and improve social development.
Ballet	4+ years	​Age appropriate ballet elements will be taught with a focus on posture, body alignment, flexibility and strength. Ballet vocabulary will be used to explain various exercises. Students will practice their technique at the barre, in the centre of the room as well as through progressions across the room. ​
Jazz	4+ years  ​	Through this highly energetic, freestyle form of dance, which stresses the use of rhythm and flexibility of the body, ​students will develop their personal style and endurance. Dancers will showcase their newly learned kicks, turns and jumps in a choreographed routine.  ​
Tap	4+ years	Studio 12 tappers will be both dancers and musicians. Tap is an audible form of dance, in which sounds and tone qualities are created by the feet. Tap is highly recommended for the preschool student as the tap sounds add another dimension to dance making it enjoyable, and by offering instant rewards. This dance style challenges the body and the mind. Age appropriate tap technique will be taught, with a spotlight on rhythm, timing and musicality.  ​
Hip Hop	4+ years	Hip Hop is one of the most popular forms of street dance that has crossed over to the mainstream. ​ ​Stamina and endurance will be tested in high-energy hip hop classes. This street inspired style will utilize current popular music and allow students to express their own unique style.  ​
Acro	4+ years	Acro is the most athletic of all dance forms.  It stresses the extreme flexibility and requires a great deal of upper body strength.​ Gymnastics elements, including tumbling, partner and group tricks will be taught and combined with jazz choreography. ​

COMPETITIVE PROGRAM 

​This program allows dancers to take a more serious approach to their dancing. Students must participate in mandatory ballet and conditioning classes. Students will perform in a minimum of four dance competitions each season. Students may also be asked to participate in various community events (fundraisers, sporting half-time performances, parades, etc). 

At the discretion of the instructors, dancers who show exceptional dedication and who excel in a given style of dance may be asked to participate in one or more of a solo, duet, trio, small group. 

The competitive program offers the following dance styles: 

• Jazz
• Tap
• Ballet
• Hip Hop 
• Lyrical 
• Acro
• Contemporary
• Musical Theater 

Auditions are required. Please contact us for more information. 

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PRIVATE LESSONS 

Studio 12 offers:

• private and semi-private lessons in ALL dance styles
• available in 30 or 45 minute sessions 
• may be purchased individually or in packages of 5 or 10 sessions 
• taught by experienced instructors 

Private lessons can be scheduled and begin as early as August 1, 2017. ​

Students enrolled in the competitive program or who aspire to become a competitive dancer, may enroll in private and semi-private lessons 

Contact us to schedule your private lessons today! 

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Birthday Parties 

Hosting a child’s birthday party can be challenging!  Studio 12 offers the following ‘stress-free’ options:

Ballerina Princess Party

• hosted by a Ballerina Princess
• children will learn dance steps and perform a princess-inspired routine
• exciting, engaging dance-inspired games will be played
• each participant will receive a prince or princess crown to take home​

Teddy Bear Picnic Party 

• use your imagination to embark on an adventure with your furry friends and party participants
• exciting, engaging dance-inspired games will be played
• each participant will create and take home a special teddy bear friend 

 
Hip Hop Diva/B-Boy Party  

• inspired by the music and moves of current pop stars
• the group will learn and perform a fun Hip Hop dance routine to a popular song
• age appropriate games will be enjoyed by all

 
Let’s Get Glam Party

• party goers will have their nails painted and hair done
• the children will have the opportunity to show off their new look while learning and performing a sassy dance routine
  

​Choose one of the above or customize your own party – either way, contact the Studio to discuss