Class Descriptions
Classical Ballet R.A.D. Syllabus 5 years to Adult and Open Ballet Classes. The Classical Ballet Program at Premiere Dance & Theatre Arts Academy adheres to the highest standards of technical training. The Royal Academy of Dance syllabus is offered with optional examinations. The program also offers Character, Free Movement and Pointe.
PreDance 2½ to 3 yrs and Creative Dance 4 to 5 years. These classes, offered as a 10-week program or full season, introduce the young child to the joys of music and dance movement. Students develop rhythm, coordination and confidence through musical games and learn to work together as a social group. The Pre-School Dance Curriculum of the Royal Academy of Dance is followed to provide a structure for young imaginations, which are fueled by the dramatic and free-style activities through music, stories and poems.
Tap, P.A.E.C. ; A.D.A.P.T. Syllabus, Ages 5 years to Adults and Seniors. Students explore the rhythms of traditional and contemporary tap styles. B.A.T.D. syllabus is offered with optional examinations and the latest free-style moves will be enjoyed through choreography and popular music.
Lyrical, Jazz and Hip Hop, Ages 6 years to Adult. These recreational classes have their main focus in enjoyment and exploration of the many styles of jazz and the hottest Hip Hop movements. Jazz, Lyrical and Hip Hop are recommended as excellent classes for those who are enrolled in Musical Theatre.
Modern Dance, Limon & Graham Techniques Ages 6 years to Adult. The Modern Dance program utilizes the techniques of Jose Limon and Martha Graham to allow dancers to experience evolving, contemporary dance movement.
Ballroom, I.S.T.D., C.D.T.A. Ages 7 years to Adult. Recreational Social dancing, including Latin and Swing, up to International Style Ballroom are available for children, adult groups or couples in preparation for fun and special events like weddings or cruises. Syllabus and competition level private instruction is optional. A partner is not necessary for children or teen classes.
Flamenco, 7 years to Adult. The fiery dance from Spain includes footwork and the beautiful arm movements. It is being offered in 10-week introductory levels. This dance form is very popular worldwide especially in major cities with its expression. These classes will be enhanced with live accompaniment with a Spanish guitarist.
Musical Theatre Program Ages 6 years and up. Students enjoy this drama component of our dance programs. Students learn style and expression through movement to songs from the great musicals. Acting, character development, voice projection, singing, dance and theatre games are covered as part of the training. It is required with this class that the student take an additional dance movement class in either jazz, modern, tap, ballet or lyrical.
Acrobatics, P.A.E.C. Ages 5 years and up. Acrobatics combines stretch and strength, tumbling skills and dance movement and is a vital component for cheerleadering, theatre dance and various sports. Good basics and stretch and strength conditioning will be taught by adult, qualified acrobatic instructor assisted by qualified level 1 gymnastic coaches.
Competitive Program Ages 4 years and up. Competitive Dance combines team development and enhancement of the individual skills of each dancer. Premiere’s new and innovative programs this year require a more condensed time committment while still maintaining our reputation of high standards. Competitions and performances at local charity events are a major component and team activities are conducted in a positive, child-centred environment.
Egyptian Bellydance. The class will include warm up, technique, beginner choreography or dance component, and a meditation/reading to close. Students will learn the basic belly dance moves like hip accents, shimmies, undulations and graceful arm movements. I will also introduce dancers to veil work and Middle Eastern rhythms. I alternate between Western and Middle Eastern teaching styles, which means I will break down the moves for students but also encourage them to follow me and turn off their censor brain. Belly dancing (like all dance) is a way of sharing your story but it does so in a uniquely female way."
PreDance 2½ to 3 yrs and Creative Dance 4 to 5 years. These classes, offered as a 10-week program or full season, introduce the young child to the joys of music and dance movement. Students develop rhythm, coordination and confidence through musical games and learn to work together as a social group. The Pre-School Dance Curriculum of the Royal Academy of Dance is followed to provide a structure for young imaginations, which are fueled by the dramatic and free-style activities through music, stories and poems.
Tap, P.A.E.C. ; A.D.A.P.T. Syllabus, Ages 5 years to Adults and Seniors. Students explore the rhythms of traditional and contemporary tap styles. B.A.T.D. syllabus is offered with optional examinations and the latest free-style moves will be enjoyed through choreography and popular music.
Lyrical, Jazz and Hip Hop, Ages 6 years to Adult. These recreational classes have their main focus in enjoyment and exploration of the many styles of jazz and the hottest Hip Hop movements. Jazz, Lyrical and Hip Hop are recommended as excellent classes for those who are enrolled in Musical Theatre.
Modern Dance, Limon & Graham Techniques Ages 6 years to Adult. The Modern Dance program utilizes the techniques of Jose Limon and Martha Graham to allow dancers to experience evolving, contemporary dance movement.
Ballroom, I.S.T.D., C.D.T.A. Ages 7 years to Adult. Recreational Social dancing, including Latin and Swing, up to International Style Ballroom are available for children, adult groups or couples in preparation for fun and special events like weddings or cruises. Syllabus and competition level private instruction is optional. A partner is not necessary for children or teen classes.
Flamenco, 7 years to Adult. The fiery dance from Spain includes footwork and the beautiful arm movements. It is being offered in 10-week introductory levels. This dance form is very popular worldwide especially in major cities with its expression. These classes will be enhanced with live accompaniment with a Spanish guitarist.
Musical Theatre Program Ages 6 years and up. Students enjoy this drama component of our dance programs. Students learn style and expression through movement to songs from the great musicals. Acting, character development, voice projection, singing, dance and theatre games are covered as part of the training. It is required with this class that the student take an additional dance movement class in either jazz, modern, tap, ballet or lyrical.
Acrobatics, P.A.E.C. Ages 5 years and up. Acrobatics combines stretch and strength, tumbling skills and dance movement and is a vital component for cheerleadering, theatre dance and various sports. Good basics and stretch and strength conditioning will be taught by adult, qualified acrobatic instructor assisted by qualified level 1 gymnastic coaches.
Competitive Program Ages 4 years and up. Competitive Dance combines team development and enhancement of the individual skills of each dancer. Premiere’s new and innovative programs this year require a more condensed time committment while still maintaining our reputation of high standards. Competitions and performances at local charity events are a major component and team activities are conducted in a positive, child-centred environment.
Egyptian Bellydance. The class will include warm up, technique, beginner choreography or dance component, and a meditation/reading to close. Students will learn the basic belly dance moves like hip accents, shimmies, undulations and graceful arm movements. I will also introduce dancers to veil work and Middle Eastern rhythms. I alternate between Western and Middle Eastern teaching styles, which means I will break down the moves for students but also encourage them to follow me and turn off their censor brain. Belly dancing (like all dance) is a way of sharing your story but it does so in a uniquely female way."
