CLASS INFORMATION 2026-2027

Level Descriptions

Beginner/Intermediate

Welcome to beginner ballet! This class is designed for those with little experience in the discipline. This semester we will work through the fundamental positions and movements. You will learn how to enhance expression and individuality in your ballet performances in preparation for the end-of-semester recital.

Pre-Advanced

In Pre-Advanced Ballet, dancers will work on refining their technical foundations while developing strength, flexibility, musicality, and control with the goal of showcasing more complex choreography. Each class will consist of barre, centre, and variation/choreographic work where dancers will train in a range of movements including adagio, pirouettes, and allegro. Additionally, dancers will have the opportunity to explore ballet through a contemporary lens where classical techniques are blended with more modern music and individual artistry. This class is recommended for those with a minimum of 4+ years of dance experience or 2+ years of focused ballet training. Pre-Advanced Ballet will also culminate in a recital dance at the end of each semester, offering dancers the chance to bring their technique, creativity, and inner artistry to life on stage!

Advanced (with Pointe)

Advanced Ballet will allow you to focus on fine-tuning your technique rather than learning new steps. Dancers will be challenged with both the technical and musical aspects of ballet through various barre and centre exercises along with more complex choreography. Throughout the term, you will build strength, control, and musicality as you prepare to showcase advanced ballet choreography in our end-of-term culminating recital! Dancers with 8+ years of dance experience or competitive/ballet intensive training will succeed in this class. There may be an opportunity for pointe work, but it is not required for the class.

Ballet Technique

In this class, dancers will have the opportunity to refine their ballet technique weekly through a modifiable repertoire. Class will open with a traditional ballet barre, followed by exercises based in adage, pirouettes, and allegro. Every few weeks students will learn a variation from ballets such as The Sleeping Beauty, Giselle, Coppelia, and more. There is no recital performance for this class which makes it a great space for students to work on their ballet technique at an individual level in a low-stakes setting. This class is recommended for dancers who have previous ballet experience at an intermediate/advanced level, as understanding the technical rules of ballet will be necessary when learning new exercises and working on variations!

Beginner/Intermediate

As “Beginner” in the name implies, this class is a great place to start or get reacquainted after a long break from dance. No previous dance experience is required! This class is taught at a slower pace, so anyone can follow along comfortably. Dancers will learn and refine foundational jazz technique, with moves such as battements, chaines, and jetes, among others. Intermediate dancers will also feel challenged, as many exercises can be modified to include more advanced variations, such as axels and double stag jumps. Classes will begin with a full-body warmup, then transition into across-the-floor progressions, a combo, or rehearsing for the performance at the end of each semester.

Pre-Advanced

In Pre-Advanced Jazz, dancers can expect a high focus on dynamics and movement quality, with the use and practice of foundational jazz technique. This will be explored in recital choreography throughout the semester, with occasional technique practice. At the Pre-Advanced level, dancers should have foundational jazz technique, as we build on that and work towards developing strong musicality and personal style. Technical skills you should be familiar with and may see in this class include double pirouettes, grand jetés, kicks/grand battements, counting music and fast choreography. Things we hope you take away from this class are stronger dynamics, growth in technique, and a fun experience fostering love for dance! Pre-advanced jazz is recommended to dancers with 4+ years of previous dance training or at least 2+ years of experience in the jazz discipline.

Advanced

In this Advanced class, dancers will explore different dance combonations through across the floor, as well as through the choreography of their recital routine. Catered to an advanced level, dancers will be pushed to use their technical dance foundation and improve their individual style/movement quality, while exploring musical dynamics and unique choreographic structures. Some skills that would be helpful to have mastered before joining the class are: double pirouettes (parallel), grand jetés, kicks/grand battements (front & side), counting music & picking up choreography at a fast pace. Dancers should expect an upbeat class environment, with lots of technical elements, and clean lines! This class is recommended for dancers with 6+ years of previous dance training and/or approximately 4+ years of experience with the jazz discipline, and will perform a dance in recital.

Jazz Technique

In this class dancers will develop technical skills through jazz-based training. This class will focus on developing the fundamentals of jumps, kicks, and turns, while incorporating common stylistic elements of jazz dance. Through the semester students will be able to progress at their own pace with modifications being available to increase or decrease difficulty based on their previous experience in jazz training. This class is recommended for intermediate to advanced level dancers, and will not perform choreography in QDC recitals.

Beginner/Intermediate

Beginner/Intermediate Tap is meant for anyone with little to no tap experience (0-2 years). The class will be tailored to the students and modifications will be available for different experience levels. You will learn foundational tap dance steps, technique, and rhythms, which will be expanded on throughout the semester to provide different, optional levels of challenge. Dancers can develop their skills while tapping together and learning a recital piece each semester. This class welcomes everyone who is excited to learn tap dance, at any level!(tap shoes available to use)

Pre-Advanced

Pre-Advanced Tap aims to bridge the gap between our Beg/Int and Advanced tap classes. This class is intended for students who may not have extensive tap experience, but have enough experience to dance above a beginner level (2-3+ years). Pre-Advanced focuses on introducing new tap techniques, more complex rhythms, and steps to add to your dance repertoire. This class finds creative ways to introduce choreography at a slower pace, and build difficulty as the semester progresses. Pre-Advanced Tap will have one dance each semester in both the Mid-Year and Year-End Recitals.

Advanced

Elevate your tap technique, style, and comprehension of choreography in Advanced Tap! This class is suitable for tap dancers looking to work with complicated rhythms and time signatures. You will be introduced to several new pieces of choreography with a focus on intricate, quick, and exciting steps, as well as a variety of styles. Technical steps you should be able to do and/or learn include all variations of wings, pickups, shiggy bops, and more. 3-5 years of tap experience (ideally at an advanced difficulty level) is recommended! Advanced Tap will have one recital dance in both the Mid-Year and Year-End Recitals. Can’t wait to see you there!

Beginner

Beginner Hip Hop is an energetic and inclusive dance experience designed for those just starting their journey into hip-hop dance. This class requires no previous dance knowledge and students can expect to learn the fundamental techniques and movements that define hip-hop. You will be learning choreography each week to build towards the recital at the end of the semester! The choreography will be broken down step by step, focusing on rhythm, coordination, and style. Whether you're a complete novice or have some dance experience, this class is a fun and supportive environment to groove, build confidence, and express yourself through the dynamic art of hip-hop!

Intermediate

Intermediate hip hop focuses on building musicality, dynamics, performance quality, and confidence while continuing to develop technique. Dancers will explore a variety of hip hop styles through across-the-floor exercises, freestyle activities, and challenging choreography set to current and classic music. Expect a hype and encouraging environment that pushes you to grow, refine your movement, and express your own style. If you can keep up with moderately paced choreography and can retain longer sequences, this class will be perfect for you!

Pre-Advanced

Pre-Advanced Hip Hop is designed for experienced dancers looking to bridge the gap between intermediate and advanced training. This fast-paced class emphasizes precision, musicality, and performance quality while introducing more intricate choreography. Dancers will be challenged to refine their technique, pick up choreography quickly, and develop confidence in both performance and freestyle. With a supportive environment, this class is ideal for those looking to strengthen their skills and prepare for advanced-level choreography. This class is ideal for dancers who have spent approximately 4 or more years cultivating their hip-hop dance skills and are looking to further develop their abilities while preparing for performances.

Advanced

This class will focus on continuing to develop a dancer’s ability to pick up choreography, and ideally challenge Hip Hop dancers in different qualities of movement. This class requires a previous dance foundation and strong abilities to pick up more advanced choreography. This class aims to challenge a dancer’s musicality, stylistic expression, and previous knowledge surrounding the style of Hip Hop through a variety of combinations, working up to a recital dance at the end of the semester. Advanced Hip Hop is a high energy class where Hip Hop dancers can continue to practice and grow, alongside peers with a shared love for dance.

Beginner

In Beginner Contemporary/Lyrical, dancers will explore a mix of the dynamic movement style of contemporary and the fluid, expressive style of lyrical. Dancers should expect a welcoming and supportive environment where they have the opportunity to learn and grow in their movement quality, musicality, and confidence. Each class will include a warm-up and stretch, the learning of new choreography and skills, and work toward our semester recitals. This class level is recommended for beginners dancers with no previous dance experience who are looking to develop their technical skills and artistry.

Intermediate

In Intermediate Lyrical, dancers will be given the space and encouragement to explore dynamic movement quality while enhancing the foundational skills appropriate for a beginner/intermediate lyrical class. Each class will begin with a short warm-up, followed by ongoing choreography that will be showcased in our recital at the end of each semester. Dancers should come to class ready to work toward building their technique, artistry, and confidence in a supportive learning environment.

Dancers can expect an encouraging and welcoming atmosphere that allows each individual to develop their unique sense of musicality, body control, and personal style.

Pre-Advanced

Pre-Advanced Lyrical is designed for dancers with a strong technical foundation and are interested in developing their individual movement style. Emphasis will be placed on emotion authenticity, musical interpretation, and making choices that reflect personal expression. Dancers should be comfortable with completing battements, grand jetes, and floor work transitions. Each semester will incorporate technical elements and refined movements into an end of term routine that performs in QDC recitals.

Advanced

This class is designed for advanced dancers seeking to dive deeper into lyrical’s diverse dynamics and movement qualities while maintaining a strong technical foundation. A mature grasp of the style and discipline is expected and recommended, though competitive experience or extensive years of training are not requirements, with modifications made available always. This class will include challenging skills, such as jumps, turns, and extensions, and will also actively participate in QDC recitals! Overall, the year will focus on fostering personal growth in an encouraging environment where students are motivated to take technical, emotional and creative risks through advanced-level choreography.

Beginner

In Beginner Contemporary/Lyrical, dancers will explore a mix of the dynamic movement style of contemporary and the fluid, expressive style of lyrical. Dancers should expect a welcoming and supportive environment where they have the opportunity to learn and grow in their movement quality, musicality, and confidence. Each class will include a warm-up and stretch, the learning of new choreography and skills, and work toward our semester recitals. This class level is recommended for beginners dancers with no previous dance experience who are looking to develop their technical skills and artistry.

Intermediate

In Intermediate Contemporary, dancers will explore the style of contemporary in a supportive and motivating environment. This level is designed to build on fundamental technique while also finding individual style and emotional connection to movement. Each class will include a guided warm-up and stretch, learning new steps and sequences, and working towards our end-of-semester recitals. New moves will be taught gradually to help dancers feel confident before applying them to choreography. This level is recommended for dancers with 1–3 years of experience in contemporary who are looking to grow as both technical and expressive performers.

Pre-Advanced

Pre-Advanced Contemporary is a class that caters to dancers of many different dance backgrounds and abilities. The skill level recommended for this class is previous experience in a competitive dance program or an equivalent dance background (i.e. 4+ years give or take of recreational dance). In this class, we will explore the freedom and fluidity of contemporary dancing. It will be centred around self-expression and gaining confidence in your movements, paired with intricate choreography to create a recital piece to share at both the mid-year and end of year recitals.

Advanced

In this class, dancers will have the opportunity to develop their contemporary movements through combo's, improv, and choreography for recitals. Catering to an advanced level, dancers will be pushed to improve and develop their personal style and movement quality, both with choreography and improvisation. Dancers should expect a welcoming and fun environment with room for growth and development, by exploring different textures and aiming to find their own personal style. This class is recommended for dancers with 6 or more years of previous dance training and/or approximately 4 years of experience with contemporary dance.

Beginner/Intermediate

Dancers will get the opportunity to explore a blend of Jazz Funk, Hip Hop, and Commercial dance styles in this fun and upbeat class. There will be a focus on learning to perform with confidence, feeling empowered, and channeling your inner diva! Class structure will include a warm up and learning choreography to music from pop divas loved around the world. Dancers will learn about movement quality to different styles of music and work towards a showstopping dance performance in the QDC recitals. This class is recommended for dancers with no previous experience and/or dancers with a few years previous technical dance experience looking to learn a new, unique style that will broaden their performance abilities and fully embrace their diva energy!

Pre-Advanced/Advanced

This class is all about feeling empowered, confident, and fierce. In pre-adv./adv diva, dancers are encouraged to learn challenging choreography with a significant focus on loving and expressing themselves. Dancers have the opportunity to learn a hybrid of diva styles with a modern take. The choreography taught in this class can also be done in heels if dancers feel comfortable doing so! Throughout the semester, students will progress at their own pace while learning these new skills, allowing their inner diva to shine! This class is recommended for pre-advanced and advanced dancers and will perform choreography at QDC recitals.

Cardio Funk

The class will provide students with an opportunity to explore a variety of upbeat dance styles in the form of a cardio workout. It caters to students of any dance level, with no experience necessary. Throughout the term, the class will work towards a fun piece to perform at the recital!

Musical Theatre

If you love singing in the car with your friends, then this class is for you! QDC’s dance-focused Musical Theatre class will add elements of acting and singing into your dance repertoire, in true ‘triple threat’ fashion. This upbeat class will give students an opportunity to step outside their comfort zones and become their most creative, silly, and confident selves by dancing to popular show-tunes during class and in the QDC recital (don’t worry, we won’t ‘mic’ you!). Open to all dancers - no experience required!

Advanced Movement

This class offers advanced dancers the opportunity to explore contemporary/modern movement in a fun and supportive space. Dancers will develop their personal style and movement quality through combinations, improvisation, partner work and choreography in preparation for the mid-year and end-of-year recitals. Contemporary and modern dance technique are used to explore a range of tempos, musicality and a variety of musical styles. Expression of musical accents and emotion through movement is a main focus.

Advanced Open

Advanced open is a class which will feature elements of jazz and contemporary. The combinations and choreography will include stylistic movement with hip-hop influence. Choreography will be highly influenced by the chosen song as the goal will be to create a visual representation of what the music would look like should it appear on the human body. Precise and fast movement quality and intricate musicality are two areas we will explore and help dancers perfect throughout the semester.

Questions & Contact

Any questions regarding QDC classes, including registration, drop-dates and scheduling can be directed to our Operations Manager at operations@queensdanceclub.com.