Studio 17 Dance Company
Performance Program
The Performance Program runs September-June and is available to students aged 7 or older. Each level has required classes that every dancer must participate in, as well as additional optional classes. The Performance Program will be combined with the Recreational Program for all optional classes. Students enrolled in this program will have the opportunity to perform in community events, festivals, and the annual recital.
For more information on tuition and fees, head to our Tuition & Fees page.
Performance Program Levels
MINI
Ages 7-8
Required classes include ballet, jazz and a choreography class.
(2 hours/week)
Acro, tap, hip hop, and musical theatre are optional.
(Up to an additional 3 hours/week).
JUNIOR
Ages 9-11
Required classes include ballet, jazz, and a choreography class.
(2 hours/week)
Lyrical, acro, tap, hip hop, and musical theatre are optional.
(Up to an additional 3.75 hours/week).
INTER
Ages 12-13
Required classes include ballet,
jazz, and a choreography class.
(2 hours/week)
Lyrical, acro, tap, hip hop, and musical theatre are optional.
(Up to an additional 3.75 hours/week).
ADVANCED
Ages 14+
Required classes include ballet,
jazz, and a choreography class.
(2 hours/week)
Lyrical, acro, tap, hip hop, and musical theatre are optional.
(Up to an additional 3.75 hours/week).
Performance Program Classes
Ballet
Our ballet classes mostly follow the RAD syllabus, while focusing on basic ballet terminology and technique.
Acro
Our acro classes utilize both Acrobatic Arts and ADTA syllabi. Acro exams may be offered to competitive students.
Jazz
Our jazz classes incorporate both the ADAPT syllabus and Method syllabus to develop
basic jazz technique and style.
Hip Hop
Hip hop teaches groove, musicality, and style. Students will learn different styles of hip hop, such as breaking, house and commercial dance.
Tap
Our tap classes also incorporate the ADAPT syllabus, as well rhythmic tap technique.
Lyrical
In our lyrical classes students will learn to convey stories and emotion while incorporating ballet and jazz movements.
Musical Theatre
Musical theatre explores dance, singing, and acting. Students will learn to portray characters and work on vocal techniques.
Choreography
Each age group will learn one dance throughout the year. The teacher will choose which genre will suit each group of students.