NON-COMPETITIVE CLASSES
TERM 1 BEGINS SEPTEMBER 11, 2023 - REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Prefer non-competitive classes? No problem, your quest for the perfect dance facility ends here!
We have an extensive list of classes and skill levels so there’s an option that’s perfect for you.
We update our offerings regularly, so check back often for new dance opportunities!
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NOTE: Most classes have a dress code which can be found HERE
Both 1st Term and 2nd Term are guaranteed to receive 14 weeks, including a technical rehearsal and recital in both terms, and photography day in the 2nd Term. We are running 15-19 weeks in Terms 1 & 2 (depending on which day your dancer has classes). Should there be a day of classes we have to cancel due to unforeseen circumstances, classes will not be made up unless we fall beneath our allotted 14 weeks/term.
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TERM 1: Monday September 11, 2023 - Sunday, January 28,. 2024
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Winter Showcase Rehearsals & Show: Saturday, November 25, 2023
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Who: All non-competitive & competitive dancers
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Where: Bella Rose Theatre, Halifax West High School
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Tickets: Each family will be auto-invoiced for two adult tickets to our Holiday Show. Additional tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-serve basis. Families not requiring their auto-purchased tickets may sell them to another family as needed.
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Costumes: All dancers will be expected to rent a costume/dancer/class at a cost up to $30. This means if your dancer participates in more than one class such as Hip Hop and an Acro class, they may have two costumes to rent. Sometimes we utilize items from home to save money for this show such as holiday pjs.
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Fall registration online for classes closes on September 11, 2023 for competitive & non-competitive dancers. Late registration is possible by contacting the Directors.
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TERM 2: Monday, January 29, 2024 - Monday, May 27, 2024
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Spring Showcase Rehearsals: Saturday, June 1, 2024
Spring Showcase Show: Sunday, June 2, 2024
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Who: All non-competitive & competitive dancers
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Where: Alderney Landing Theatre
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Tickets: Each family will be auto-invoiced for two adult tickets to our Year End Spring Show. Additional tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-serve basis. Families not requiring their auto-purchased tickets may sell them to another family as needed.
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Costumes: All Term 2 dancers will be expected to purchase a year-end recital costume if they participate from January 29, 2024 to the end of May 2024. Costumes cost a maximum of $100/dancer/class taken, and dancers keep costumes after the show. If your dancer participates in more than one class such as Hip Hop and an Acro class, they have two costumes to purchase. If they take three classes, there will be three costumes and so on. *The exception to this is Children's Combo classes including Ballet/Jazz/Tap. These classes will pay up to $125/dancer, with Ballet/Jazz usually paying less than those who have added Tap* We do our best to keep costume fees as low as possible. Costume invoices are sent in early February with costume payments due by February 14, 2024.
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WINTER TERM 2 CLASSES BEGIN ON JANUARY 29, 2024 - REGISTRATION FOR TERM 2 TBA​
​​Dancers should keep both June 1st and 2nd open for show/rehearsals in case they are scheduled.
Any questions, don't hesitate to contact the IDA Directors Dawn and Jess HERE​

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PARENT & TOT CLASS
Walking - 3Â years
For tots that love to move but aren't old enough, or ready yet, for a dance class without a parent. Led by one of our trained professionals, these classes consist of movement-led games for the tot and parent to do together! Props such as scarves, balls, stuffies, ribbons on a stick, jingle bells, maracas, tunnels, and a parachute will be utilized!
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Dress code for this class is any fitness attire!
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45 minute class
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Saturdays - 2 Terms: 9:15AM-10:00AM
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Saturdays - 2 Terms: 10:00AM - 10:45AM
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September - January & February - May
with recital each term

CREATIVE DANCE
3-4 years
Does your child enjoy moving and dancing at home?
Does your child like to use their imagination?
Are you looking for ways to socialize your child?
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Well this is where they start!
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Children will learn basic dance technique, incorporated with movement-based games and props such as scarves, balls, stuffies, ribbons on a stick, jingle bells, maracas, tunnels and a parachute will be utilized!
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*NOTE* This class is for young dancers ready to participate in a dance class without a familiar adult accompanying them. If parents wish to attend class with their tiny dancer, they should register for Parent & Tot classes.
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45 minute class
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Saturdays - 2 Terms: 10:45-11:30AM
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Sundays - 2 Terms: 11:00AM-11:45PM
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September - January & February - May
with recital each term

BALLET/JAZZ OR BALLET/JAZZ/TAP COMBINATIONÂ CLASS
5-7yrs (Ballet/Jazz/Tap) OR 8-11yrs (Ballet/Jazz/Tap)💙
Our most popular option! Learn two or three styles on the same day!
Each style will be given a 30 minute class.
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All Combo classes are held on Saturdays - 2 Terms
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5-7 years
Tap: 12-12:30PM
Jazz & Ballet: 12:30-1:30PM
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8-11 years
Jazz & Ballet: 2:30-3:30PM
Tap: 3:30-4:00PM
September - January & February - May
with recital each term

PRE-SCHOOL & MINI ACRO
3-5 years Pre-School Acro
5-8 years Mini Acro
Get your kids to stop flipping off the couch!
We train using the Acrobatic Arts system. ​
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3-5 years Pre-School Acro - 45 minute class
Sundays - 2 Terms: 11:45AM-12:30PM
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5-8 years Mini Acro - 1 hour class
Saturdays - 2 Terms: 1:30-2:30PM
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Sundays - 2 Terms: 12:30-1:30PM
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September - January & February - May
with recital each term

NON-COMPETITIVEÂ ACRO
9-13 years
Acro dance combines classical dance technique with precision acrobatic elements. It is defined by its athletic character, its unique choreography, which seamlessly blends dance and acrobatics.
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We train using the Acrobatic Arts system.
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1 hour class
9-13 years
Saturdays - 2 Terms: 4:15-5:15PM
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September - January & February - May
with recital each term
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HIP HOP CLASSES
6-10yrs and 11yrs & Up
Get up and move! Come and learn all about Hip Hop fundamentals. Classes lead dancers through a wide range of movement, learning the culture and history of this art form.
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Each age group: 1 hour class
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Sundays - 2 terms
6-10yrs - 4:00-5:00PM
11yrs & Up - 5:00-6:00PM
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September-January & February-June
with recital in 2nd term only