Our Classes
Introduction to Dance Level 1 (ID1)
Classes designed for our youngest students (2.5 to 3 years of age). These are theme based classes where students explore wide range of movement using lots of imagination and props. Foundational dance technique is introduced through playing and the classes focus on building students confidence, social and cognitive skills and as well as spacial awareness. We gradually introduce elements of Introduction to Ballet Syllabus from bbodance.
Introduction to Dance Level 2 (ID2)
From 4 to 5 years of age. At level 2 there is a stronger focus on Introduction to Ballet Syllabus and it slowly builds up to get our students ready for Pre-Primary Ballet or to chose their favourite dance style after the age of 6.. Students will work on mastering basic ballet moves such as galloping, skipping, courtesy bows, ballerina runs, classical walks and it incorporates more port de bras (work of the arm movement). Lots of imagery, fun and creative movement is present in this class.
Classical Ballet
Our Ballet classes follow the highly reputable bbodance syllabus. The bbodance syllabus introduces students to the foundations of ballet vocabulary needed to develop strong technique via the movement principles of this genre: accurate footwork, coordination of limbs, graceful elevation, and precise turns.
A typical ballet class is divided into two sections: Barre and Centre, consisting of Adage, Pirouettes and Allegro. Ballet is a highly technical class which teaches work ethic, perseverance, dedication, motivation, stamina, flexibility, and strength.
Acrodance
Active Dansa follows the internationally renowned Acrobatic Arts program. The program is based on safe and effective progressions with proven results in five divisions of AcroDance: Flexibility, Strength, Balancing, Limbering and Tumbling. Developed with input from professionals and experts in ballet, modern dance, jazz, contortion, artistic gymnastics, rhythmic gymnastics, sport acrobatics, yoga, acro yoga, pilates, physiotherapy, hand balancing and more, you will not find a more comprehensive program. Simple thoughtful progressions take the beginner preschool level dancer from log rolls and summersaults to the advanced dancer tumbling effortlessly across the stage!
Street - Commercial
This popular street dance is a constantly evolving genre which consists of fast moves with a high level of coordination and power, many dance styles fall into the category of street dance. However, the terminology and categories of the street dance is still a topic of discussion within the industry. In this class we include styles like Hip Hop, Waacking, Voguing, Popping, Locking as well as Commercial Dance. Commercial dance refers to dancing performed in pop artist live shows, music videos and movies
Boys - Dance & Technique
This is a class designed to inspire male dancers and help them discover their talent and passion for dance. Different dance styles such as street, commercial, contemporary and jazz are taught in this class, providing a comfortable space where male dancers can freely explore different range of movement.
We also introduce dance technique and tricks to provide students with the foundations that would allow them to join other classes in the future and continue their dance training.
Contemporary & Lyrical
Contemporary dance comes from ballet and was developed by dancers who wanted to explore a whole new range of movement wich allowed more freedom and expression. Contemporary dance has a lot of contraction-release body movement. Lyrical dance is a fusion of contemporary, jazz and ballet techniques. This emotional dance interprets the meaning behind the songs by using a strong foundational technique and free movements. For both dance styles, a foundation of Ballet technique is recommended.
Modern Jazz
Modern Jazz is a theatre dance genre with a high level of energy and expression. Jazz can be danced to many different styles of music, from classic musical songs to comercial pop. Students who take jazz dance classes learn to dance to the beat of energetic songs. This dance genre incorporates many forms of turns, jumps, kicks and leaps building lots of strength, endurance and flexibility. This is the dance style danced in musicals, shows and movies.
We offer BBODANCE Modern syllabus for those students willing to sit dance exams in this genre which include Musical Theatre jazz, Lyrical and Modern Jazz, therefore allowing our students to explore the wide spectrum of Modern dance.
Dance Technique
This class has a strong focus on improving flexibility, strength and alignment as well as teaching students Jazz technique & tricks such as turns, leaps, jumps, leg holds, tilts and much more.
A highly energetic class that helps students master and learn advanced dance skills. Required for students are part of our competition team and highly recommended to anyone looking to take their dance training to the next level.
Performing Arts (Singing & Drama)
Our Performing Arts classes follow the acclaimed Musical Theatre program of study developed by I-PATH. The I-PATH Musical Theatre Syllabi have been developed to help prepare students to become triple threat performers, and focuses upon acting, dancing and singing. The key areas that will be taught throughout the grades will be:
preparing the body for dance performance
preparing the voice for vocal and dramatic performance
Singing
Acting
Oral comprehension
Diction
Song repertoire
Movement and choreography
Due to our comprehensive dance program offered in the school, our Performing Arts classes mostly focuses on Singing and Acting, this is why taking dance classes in addition to Performing Arts is highy recommended.
Other classes
We also offer other classes our studio such as classes for mums and toddlers as well as complimenting training for our students.
Active Mama classes: for mums, babies and toddlers
Adult Dance classes
Dance Technique
Conditioning and Flexibility
Progressive Ballet Technique
Wedding Dance