VIBEyxe Programs 2022-23
Grown up & Me |2 yrs & under|: Accompanied with an adult
This sessional class is perfect for all little ones age 2 & younger! Together we’ll explore movement through music, play & storytelling by using fun props and instruments. This is a comforting introduction to dance with your little mover having you by their side!! Lots of fun to be had by everyone!!
Tiny Tots |2 & 3|:
Our Tiny Tots Program is a happy & exciting introduction to dance for your little dancer! Offered in Sessional Classes, your dancer will explore Ballet through creative movement, play, music and storytelling with the use of fun props and instruments. Your little tot will have so much fun learning & twirling in this fun & engaging class!
Tippy Toes |4|:
This program is designed to spark a lifelong passion for dance, in your young dancer! Our Preschool program follows the RAD Ballet syllabus with the addition of Jazz. With a focus on body awareness, dancers will learn proper terminology, technique and musicality through the use of acting, storytelling and props in a fun learning environment! All dancers will perform in our year end recital!
Preliminary |5 & 6|: (Minis & Beginners)
Our Preliminary Program consists of both our Minis (5yrs) & Beginners (6yrs). This program is perfect for every young dancer and is the next step in your dancers training! Advancing from Tippy Toes, dancers are offered 2 new classes; Hip Hop & Musical Theatre! Their love for dance will continue to grow as they work on improving their technique and learning new skills every week. Dancers may have the opportunity to compete 1 or more dances at the discretion of the instructor and all will perform in our year end recital.
Recreational|7+|: (Just 4 Fun)
This program is designed for anyone who loves to dance! Dancers will receive the same level of training without the high level of commitment. Dancers will develop the love of dance in a fun and motivating environment making dance class a positive experience for everyone! All dancers will perform in our year end recital!
Competitive |6+|: (Levels 1 - 7)
Our Competitive program is for the dancer looking to further their dance training and reach their highest potential! With a strong emphasis on technique, dancers will focus on advancing their skills, flexibility, strength and overall performance in a positive, motivating & high intensity atmosphere. All dancers are strongly encouraged to take their Ballet, Tap & Jazz exams as well as attend workshops, conventions, camps & intensives. Dancers will compete in competitions and perform in our year end recital.
Adult |18+|:
Our Adult |18+| dance program is an opportunity for experienced and non-experienced dancers to get together for an hour a week to just have fun dancing all genres; tap, hip hop, modern/contemporary and/or jazz depending on participants’ interests. Nothing but “Fun VIBEs!”
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BALLET: * Required for Preliminary & Competitive Programs except if only enrolled in Hip Hop
Ballet is the foundation for every dance discipline, due to the highly precise and formal technique. Our ballet program follows the RAD syllabus and we offer classes for everyone. POINTE: A portion of ballet technique beginning in Grade 5 Ballet, incorporating pointe shoes allowing the dancers to fully extend to the tip of their toes.
JAZZ: Requisite(s) Preliminary: Ballet Competitive: Ballet, Acro, Flex, Progressions & Conditioning.
Starting at the age of four, our Jazz program offers dancers the opportunity to further their dance education. With a strong emphasis on technique, flexibility and strength, Jazz is fun class with lots of style & sass! Our Jazz Program follows the ADAPT syllabus & is complimented by the Flex, Progressions & Conditioning classes.
*Required for all competitive students.
*Flex: Our Flex instructor has completed specialty training, to guide our students through the Alixa Flexibility program. Safe and effective methods and techniques will be implemented, to improve flexibility in all dancers. *Progressions: Progressions facilitate the dancers in improving technique and acquiring new skills! Through this class, the dancers progress to higher levels, and master new jumps, turns, & combinations.
*Conditioning: Our Conditioning class provides dancers with the necessary stamina & strength needed to properly execute elements in their performances! Dancers will receive training in PBT, Sugarfoot Therapy, HIGH Fitness & bootybarre.
TAP: Requisite(s): Ballet
Tap dance is a genre which helps dancers with coordination, rhythm & musicality. Dancers use their shoes to execute the steps and make precise clear sounds with their feet. Following the CDTA syllabus our tap program is designed for all.
ACRO: Requisite(s): Ballet & Jazz (Flex, Progressions & Conditioning)
*Recommended for all dancers enrolled in competitive jazz.
Following the Acrobatic Arts syllabus, this program focuses on strength and flexibility to execute acrobatic movements, seamlessly, on-stage. Our program makes every child feel like they are improving, at their own pace, and feeling confident along the way. This fun and exciting program is a blast for everyone!
Acro Tech - Participants will be placed in either Acro Tech 1 or Acro Tech 2 depending on individuals skills. Placement may change throughout the season.
Acro Choreography - Participants must be registered in Acro Tech to enrol in Acro Choreo.
HIP HOP: Requisite(s): none
Hip Hop welcomes everyone! This fun class will get you grooving from the minute you walk into the studio! This program will focus on proper technique of various Hip Hop stles, as well as incorporate the history of Hip Hop and how it has evolved to what you see today. If you are looking for fun and/or a challenge, try this class!
LYRICAL/CONTEMPORARY: Requisite(s): Ballet & Jazz (Flex, Progressions & Conditioning)
Both lyrical & Contemporary are a fusion of ballet & jazz technique. Dancers use fluid, continuous & graceful motion to express feelings conveyed through the story & emotion of a piece of music.
MODERN: Requisite(s): Ballet
Modern is a form of dance that adds a new dimension to the dancers training. Starting at level 5, this style allows dancers to further their emotional execution & express themselves through their movements.
MUSICAL THEATRE: Requisite(s): none Recommended: Ballet & Jazz
Musical Theatre is a form of theatrical performance that combines song, acting & dance. A strong performance on stage is a combination of technique & storytelling.
VIBE ‘n’ POMS: Recommended(s): Ballet & Jazz
Pom represents the intersection between dance and cheerleading! This fun, upbeat class will be a combination of our jazz and acro technique, executed with sharp cheer movements. And the best part… poms!!! This class is new to VIBE and we’re so excited to be able to offer it to our dancers this season! (Poms are provided). Dancers may be competing this year! Who HOO!
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