At Dwan-A-Dance Academy of Arts we offer quality dance training in a safe and fun learning environment in the following classes;
Foundation Ballet
Based around classical ballet the class uses a variety of props and familar music to introduce the students to dance.
Groovy Moves
A class for children from 18 months to 5 years. This is a wonderful introduction to dance and covers a variety of dance styles including jazz, ballet and a little acro. his class uses a variety of props and familiar music to introduce your little one to dance. This class enable parents and children to learn about themselves through movement and play as they share dance music and imagination.
Kinder Combo Class
A combination of Ballet, Jazz and Tap. This is a fun class incorporating different styles of dance to ensure your little one doesn’t get bored.
Teeny Bop
A combination of Jazz and Tap. Fun energetic class introducing different genres of dance.
Classical Ballet
Ballet is the foundation for most other dance styles and is the perfect start for any dancer’s career. At Dwan-A-Dance, the Cecchetti Syllabus of classical ballet will be taught in all classical classes. The Cecchetti Syllabus is an internationally recognised system of training which gradually builds sound ballet technique whilst encouraging a love of music and dance. The Syllabus is designed to suit the young beginner right through to the pre-professional and professional dancer. For more information about the Cecchetti Method please visit: www.cecchettiballet.org
Jazz
Jazz dance is fun, energetic and suitable for all ages.
Jazz Skills
This class is for the more dedicated jazz dancer looking to sharpen their skills and take their technique to the next level. This class is open to students in Senior levels. This class is not for beginners. (Must be experienced and approved by the teacher.)
Hip Hop
Our hip-hoppers focus on developing sharp and fast movements to smooth and controlled movements while developing body strength and fitness. Fun for all ages and a class everyone will enjoy!
Tap
Tap into a world of noise and fun. Tap dance is a form of dance characterized by using the sounds of tap shoes striking the floor as a form of percussion. Dancers use fierce feet movement and concentrate on building counting skills while developing foot and ankle strength.
Contemporary
Contemporary dance is a style of expressive dance. Contemporary dancers strive to interpret a story through fluid dance movements. Contemporary dance stresses versatility and improvisation, unlike the strict, structured nature of ballet. Contemporary dancers focus on core strength using gravity to pull them down to the floor.
Acro
Students are taught to perform extraordinary feats of balance, agility, tricks and motor co-ordination. How to safely control balances and flips and execute these acrobatic tricks correctly. Helps to build strength and stamina.
Musical Theatre
This is a super fun class involving Singing, Acting and Dance. It’s Musical Theatre without the big production. Be sure your little super star will not be bored with such a variety offered in the one class.
Stretch and Conditioning
This is a non-impact class which uses stretch and strengthening techniques suited to dance that will assist dancers to develop and strengthen core muscles while at the same time developing and improving flexibility. This class is for all ages.
