Teen- ages 14 and up
Ballet
Ballet is the foundation for all other styles. Through barre, center and across floor exercises, ballet will improve dancers’ body alignment, build strength and increase flexibility. We encourage all dancers to take ballet. Bonus ballet is offered to any dancer who is already registered in one other ballet class.
Jazz
This high energy class combines technique and choreography with today’s upbeat tunes. Dancer’s will kick, jump and turn across the floor for technique and then learn choreography to tie all of their moves together. At Turner Danceworks we follow the ADAPT Jazz syllabus.
Tap
This rhythmic and technical class is for dancers who love making noise and playing with beats. Through across the floor and center work, dancers will learn intricate footwork and how to play with syncopation and rhythms. At Turner Danceworks we follow the ADAPT Tap syllabus.
Lyrical & Contemporary
Lyrical combines elements of jazz and ballet and draws inspiration from music lyrics. Contemporary combines elements of jazz, ballet and modern and encourages dancer to explore the boundaries of their own physical movement.
Pre Pointe & Pointe
Dancers who are at least 12 years old with a few years of ballet training may be invited to our pre pointe class. This class is dedicated to the introduction of pointe with a lot of strength and technique development. Dancers with previous dance experience are invited to join our pointe classes.
Please contact our office to determine eligibility for pointe.
Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT)
Progressing Ballet Technique is an innovative program. Exercises use stability balls, therabands and other tools to train muscule memory to encourage personal best in classical ballet. Each exercise has been developed with care and guidance with a team of physiotherapists. This class will encourage dancers to further develop their skills in all styles.
Acro
Acro is a fusion of dance and acrobatic tricks. During this class dancers will work on individual acro tricks as well as partner stunts and lifts. This class is designed to help build strength, flexibility and control through gymnastics style movement. At TDW our qualified instructors follow the Acrobatique syllabus.
Please contact our office to determine your Acro Level.
Hip Hop
Hip Hop is a perfect class for dancers who like to move and groove to the hottest songs. This class will combine different styles of hip hop such as popping, locking and break dancing, while exploring different rhythm and beats. This is a fun and high energy class.