Dance Program

We hope you will join us for our 15th season! Register now for 2024-2025. Our dance season runs from September 9, 2024 to June 15, 2025.

All classes are scheduled at Lawrence Park Community Church (2180 Bayview Ave.)

Class Descriptions


Twinkle Tots (Ages: 2 & 3)

A fun introduction to ballet and movement incorporating song, mime, and props. Children are accompanied by a caregiver for each class. This class is appropriate for preschool children ages 2 to 3 yrs. The 9-week Winter session begins January 11, 2025.

The 9-week Spring session begins March 29.

30-minute classes: $225 +HST


Ballet (Ages: 3 & up)

Following the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus, we introduce classical ballet technique through a lively mix of rhythm, movement, and expression. Students will explore and expand the concepts of creativity and memory, as well as developing partner and group skills in fun and creative ways. Tuition includes 32 weeks of classes, a recital costume, and a digital download of the recital.

Students ages 7 & up may have the opportunity to participate in Royal Academy of Dance class awards/exams. Additional coaching and fees are required to participate.

45-minute classes (3 - 9yrs): $1,135 + HST
60-minute classes (9 yrs +): $1,199 + HST


Jazz & Hip Hop (Ages 4 & up)

Jazz and Hip Hop are dynamic and energetic styles that are often seen in Broadway shows and music videos. Music and choreography used in class will be modern and age-appropriate. Tuition includes 32 weeks of classes, a recital costume and digital download of the recital.

45-minute classes (4 - 7yrs): $1,135 + HST
60-minute classes (7 yrs +): $1,199 + HST


Contemporary (Ages 9 & up)

Contemporary dance is an expressive style of dance that combines elements of Jazz, Modern, and Ballet. Contemporary dance emphasizes the mind/body connection through fluid dance movements. We encourage Contemporary students to also enroll in Ballet or Jazz classes to support their training. Tuition includes 32 weeks of classes, a recital costume, and a digital download of the recital.

60-minute classes: $1,199 + HST


Pointe (Ages: 12 & up)

Pointe class will introduce the basics of pointe technique. Participation in Pointe classes is at the director's discretion. Students must also be registered in Teen Ballet. Tuition includes 32 weeks of classes and a recital costume.

30-minute classes: $772 + HST


Exams and Awards

Kennedy School of Dance offers Royal Academy of Dance (R.A.D.) Exams and Class Awards. This is an optional activity for Ballet students ages 7 & up to participate in at the teacher's discretion. Additional coaching and fees are required to participate.


PLEASE NOTE:

For all classes, students must be the minimum age by December 31, 2024.

It’s strongly recommended that students ages 7 and up register for two dance classes per week. Additional classes will be added where necessary - contact the director for more details.

2024-2025 Schedule

Our dance season runs from September 9, 2024 to June 15, 2025.

Parents’ Week: December 9 to 14 | Dress Rehearsal: Thursday, June 12, 2025 | Recital: Sunday, June 15, 2025


Monday

7:00-8:00pm  Teen Contemporary – 13 yrs & up

8:00-9:00pm  Teen Jazz – 13 yrs & up

Thursday

5:15-6:00pm Primary Ballet – 5 & 6 yrs

6:00-7:00pm  Pre-Teen Ballet & Pre-Pointe – 9 to 12 yrs

7:00-8:00pm  Teen Ballet – 13 yrs & up 

8:00-8:30pm  Teen Pointe  – 13 yrs & up 

Saturday

9:00-9:30am  Twinkle Tots Ballet – 2 & 3 yrs 

9:30-10:15am Mini Ballet – 3 & 4 yrs

10:15-11:00am Primary Ballet – 5 & 6 yrs

11:00-12:00pm Intermediate Ballet – 7 to 10 yrs

12:00-1:00pm Intermediate Jazz/Hip Hop – 7 to 10 yrs


 

The schedule is tentative and all classes are subject to change pending registration. Kennedy School of Dance reserves the right to combine, adjust, reschedule or cancel any class due to low enrollment. Additional classes will be added if necessary. Private and semi-private lessons are available.

 

Uniforms


Ballet: Mini Ballet, Primary Ballet, Intermediate Ballet

  • Lilac short sleeve leotard (style #01635 Mondor), lilac skirt (style #16207 Mondor), ballet tights, pink leather ballet shoes (full sole)

  • Boys: black dance pants/shorts, white form fitting t-shirt, black leather ballet shoes

Ballet: Pre-Teen & Teen Ballet

  • Black pinch-front tank leotard (style #01633 Mondor), black wrap skirt, ballet tights, pink leather ballet shoes (full sole)

  • Boys: black dance pants/shorts, white form fitting t-shirt, black leather ballet shoes

Contemporary

  • Black leotard (any style), black form fitting dance shorts, beige convertible tights, bare feet

  • Boys: black dance pants/shorts, black form fitting t-shirt, bare feet

Jazz/Hip Hop

  • Black leotard (any style), black form fitting dance shorts, beige tights, black slip-on jazz shoes

  • Boys: black dance pants/shorts, black form fitting t-shirt, black lace-up jazz shoes

Twinkle Tots

  • Comfortable dance/athletic wear. Ballet shoes or sticky-sole socks


 

The following dancewear stores have our uniform requirements on file:

Danceshoppe - danceshoppe.com | Dancewear Centre - dancewearcentre.com

PLEASE NOTE: Hair must be secured in a neat bun or ponytail. Headbands are recommended. Sweaters and legwarmers are allowed during winter (students choice of style/colour). No jewelry is allowed.

 

DANCE PROGRAM REGISTRATION

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