CLASSES OFFERED AT TDC

Dance and Play is an exciting introduction to the dance world for both you and your child, and a wonderful first step into the TDC family!

This class is designed specifically for 3-year-old dancers and runs from September to the end of April. It offers a gentle, joyful entry into the studio environment with:

• One 30-minute class per week
• Exploration of music, movement, and basic dance concepts
• A focus on fun, creativity, and comfort in the studio setting
   

Please note:
Dance and Play is an in-studio participation only program. This class does not participate in competitions (Dance Experience) or Recital.

Tiny Tots is an exciting and energetic class designed for dancers aged 3 to 4 years old! This 45-minute weekly class combines both ballet and hip hop, giving your child a fun and engaging introduction to two dynamic dance styles—all in one time slot!

• Great for developing rhythm, coordination, and confidence
   
• A perfect mix of structure and creativity
   
• Provides a high-quality physical activity experience for young dancers
   

At the end of the season, all Tiny Tot dancers will participate in Dance Experience and/or Recital, showcasing what they've learned!

Ballet is the foundation of all dance. It teaches poise, grace, self-confidence, and discipline—qualities that dancers carry with them not only through their dance journey but throughout life.

At TDC, we follow the Royal Academy of Dance (R.A.D.) syllabus, offering:

• A structured and progressive ballet education
• The option to participate in R.A.D. exams
• A strong technical base with an emphasis on artistry and performance quality.

 Dancers enrolled in both a regular and exam ballet class may be invited to begin pointe work once they demonstrate the required strength, technique, and maturity.
Ballet and pointe at TDC support both recreational dancers and those pursuing advanced opportunities.
 

Note: Starting at age 10, ballet becomes a prerequisite for enrolling in Jazz, Lyrical, Modern, and Pointe classes. A solid ballet foundation is essential for success and safety in these styles.

 Tap is a fun and energetic style where your feet become the instrument, creating rhythms and sounds with every step! This genre helps dancers develop a strong sense of musicality, timing, and coordination.

At TDC, we follow the Canadian Dance Teachers Association (CDTA) syllabus, with the option to take exams.

• Builds rhythm, precision, and performance skills
• A lively and engaging class for dancers who love making music with movement
   

 It’s recommended that students begin tap at a young age to develop foundational skills.
Note: TDC does not enroll new tap students who are 12 years or older.

 Jazz is a dynamic and athletic dance style that builds strength, flexibility, and performance energy. It’s upbeat, expressive, and a favorite for dancers who love to move with power and style.

At TDC, we follow the Canadian Dance Teachers Association (CDTA) syllabus, with the option to take exams.

 Ballet is a necessary foundation for jazz, and becomes a prerequisite starting in the Inter A Program.

 Acro Dance is a unique style that blends classical dance technique with precision acrobatic elements, resulting in a powerful and graceful performance style.

We are proud to have two of our own instructors, Dana Mutimer and Chelsea Edwards, who are CDTA certified in Acro Dance!

• Offered to dancers ages 5 and up
• Builds strength, flexibility, balance, and control
• A great complement to all dance styles
   

Acro is perfect for dancers who love to move, flip, and challenge themselves in exciting new ways!

 Hip Hop is a high-energy, expressive style rooted in street dance and hip-hop culture. Dancers explore a wide range of movements including breaking, popping, locking, levels, and tricks, all set to upbeat and contemporary music.

• Great for building confidence, rhythm, and freestyle movement
• A fun and funky class that encourages individuality and style
   

In addition to our regular Hip Hop classes, TDC offers an exclusive Boys Hip Hop class for boys ages 6–12—a space just for them to move, learn, and express!

 Modern dance is an expressive and interpretive style that blends contemporary movement with theatrical elements, using the entire body to convey abstract ideas and emotions through dance.

• Focuses on creativity, storytelling, and full-body expression
• Encourages dancers to explore emotion and movement in unique ways
   

 Ballet is a necessary foundation for modern dance, and becomes a prerequisite starting in the Inter A Program.

 Lyrical dance is a beautiful fusion of ballet, jazz, and contemporary techniques, performed to music with meaningful lyrics that inspire expressive and emotionally driven movement.

• Emphasizes storytelling through dance
• Focuses on fluidity, emotion, and technique
   

Ballet is a necessary foundation for lyrical, and becomes a prerequisite starting in the Inter A Program.

 The Strength & Conditioning (S&C) class is designed to help dancers grow in a focused and supportive environment. This class targets turnout, flexibility, core strength, and overall conditioning, providing essential support for all dance disciplines.

• Enhances performance, technique, and injury prevention
• A valuable addition to any dancer’s training regimen
   

TDC offers the S&C class as the schedule allows. Availability may vary each season.

  Recreational Hip Hop & Jazz is a fun, relaxed 30-minute class that blends the energy of hip hop with the technique and style of jazz—perfect for dancers who want to stay active and enjoy movement without the pressure of performance.

• No recital or competition commitments
• No costume required
• Great for dancers ages 10 and up
   

This is the perfect class for students who want to dance for fun, fitness, and friendship!