Styles of Dance Offered at Planet Dance

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For dancers ages 3-4 years old

 The perfect introduction to dance! Dancers explore ballet, tap, and creative movement while developing coordination, rhythm, and classroom skills. This nurturing environment encourages confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love of dance. 

For dancers ages 4-5 years old. If age 4, dancer must of completed 1 year of Primary 1.

 Building on foundational skills, dancers continue their training in ballet and tap while expanding their vocabulary and movement quality. This class fosters independence, confidence, and a smooth transition into leveled programming. 

For dancers ages 5-6 years old. If age 5, dancer must of completed 1 year of Primary 2.

 An accelerated class for dancers ready for the next challenge. With a strong focus on technique and performance quality, dancers refine their ballet and tap skills while preparing for entry into leveled classes. 

For dancers ages 5-6 years old

 An energetic introduction to acro, creative movement, and dance vocabulary! Dancers build strength, flexibility, and coordination while learning foundational tumbling skills in a safe and structured environment. 

For dancers ages 5-6 years old

 A fun and upbeat introduction to jazz with a hip-hop influence. Through engaging music and movement, dancers develop rhythm, coordination, and confidence while enjoying a high-energy class experience. 

For dancers ages 7 & up

 A high-energy class combining elements of jazz and hip-hop with sharp, precise movements. Dancers will develop strength, stamina, and teamwork while learning kicks, turns, leaps, and synchronized routines with poms—ideal for those interested in dance team or performance styles. 

For dancers ages 7 & up

 The foundation of all dance training. Ballet focuses on proper technique, alignment, and strength while promoting discipline and artistry. We highly recommend all dancers enroll in at least one ballet class per week. 

For dancers ages 7 & up

 A dynamic and technical style focusing on strength, flexibility, and performance. Dancers will learn turns, jumps, leaps, and combinations while exploring a variety of jazz styles. 

For dancers ages 7 & up

 Tap develops rhythm, timing, and musicality through both classical and contemporary styles. Dancers will work on technique, across-the-floor progressions, and choreography throughout the season. 

For dancers ages 7 & up

 A fusion of ballet, jazz, and modern techniques, contemporary encourages artistic expression and storytelling through movement. Dancers will build strength, flexibility, and performance quality. 

For dancers ages 7 & up

 An upbeat and engaging class that explores a variety of hip-hop styles. Dancers will develop coordination, musicality, and confidence while learning current movement and choreography. 

For dancers ages 7 & up

 Acro blends dance with athletic technique, focusing on flexibility, strength, and control. Dancers will safely progress through skills while also developing teamwork and body awareness.