HipHop Intermediate 12-15yrs

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This Hip Hop class will integrate party dances of the 80′s and 90′s to the present day, as well as choreography, and stretching muscle memory to work on a routine to perform. It includes a wide range of styles, and will integrate some elements of Breaking as well. Class will include conversations about HipHop Culture and the history and roots.
This class is NOT A BEGINNER Class, it is aimed for students that have done HipHop for 2+ years and understand the FUNdamentals and already can do moves like the Bart Simpson, Running Man, Gucci, Biz Markie, Roof Top, Latin Rock, Reebok, etc  and are ready to focus on a more fast-paced and complex class and already have a foundation.

This Term is longer than the fall one, and runs Jan.8th until April 28th and culminates in the 13th Annual DanceFusion Showcase (Dress Rehearsal April 25th, shows April 26th-28th).There will be a costume fee that will need to be paid and strong attendance through the term is required. Attendance at stage rehearsals and showcase is required as well.

Please remember to also fill out the Google Registration Form which is separate from the online order. If you do not receive an invoice/receipt in your inbox, check your spam right away! The link to the form will be in your email or can be found at the top of the Schedule Page or Info page on this site.m will be in your email or can be found at the top of the Schedule Page or Info page on this site.

Dad’s Dance

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A VERY SPECIAL time of the year, Dad’s Dance (or is it Dads Dance? Both work I believe?).
If you are new to the studio, quick explanation: This has become an annual highlight of our April Showcase. The dads do a dance with their lovely children to close the show, it is very very misty, sweet, fun and EPIC! The kids have been over age 9 in the past as it requires a good deal of focus in a crowded room, and mainly the choreography is suited to older kids and teens.
This class is a chance to bond, laugh, and have fun and get freaky. Open to dads ( stepdads, or dad like figures) and their kids. The crowd loves it (still have folks talking about it), the kids are so proud of their dads (stepdads or dad like figures), and new friendships are formed through this rite of passage. Excellent chance to bond in a new way! PS. you do NOT need dance experience!

We are going to do this one FAST and furious again this year.
This is what the commitment to your craft looks like:

Class time= Five Fridays only: March 1st & 8th, then a break for Spring Break, and resume April 5th, 12th, & 19th Time.
6pm-7:30pm @ DanceFusion Studio (April 19th time TBA at Capitol Theatre, but similar timeline).

Dress Rehearsal: Thursday April 25th 6pm at Capitol Theatre.

Showtimes: Friday April 26th 7pm, Saturday 27th 2pm Matinee and 7pm evening show, and Sunday 28th 2pm Matinee.

Costume: TBA

Fun: To be had.

From last year’s participants:

“I coach a lot of her sports but dad dance was the best connection I had with Lilly last year. My daughter was stoked to be able to show me her dance world and it was cool to be able to switch roles with me as the student and her as the coach. Thanks for giving us that.”  – Simon Liddell ( LVR High school teacher)

“Dad’s Dance was one of the coolest, scariest, endearing things I’ve ever done. It was an experience both me and my two stepdaughters will never forget. It brought us closer, made us laugh, and created a story we’ll recall and share for many years to come.” – Mitchell Scott (editor-in-chief of Kootenay Mountain Culture Magazine)

Price $80.00+ GST Registration for this will be done thru email in the New year, if you want to be on the list for this, please email Slava directly.

HipHop-Intermediate (15yrs+)

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This HipHop class will include will integrate party dances of the 80′s and 90′s to the present day, as well as choreography, across the floor moves, and dance fitness. It will include a wide range of styles.
This class is for students that have done HipHop before and already have a solid foundation and are confident and ready to get super funky, sweaty and push themselves at a more complex pace.
For students that are enrolled in at least 2+ classes a week!
Students will explore an array of movements and expressions with rhythm and flow through Hip Hop style dance. A class where you can drop expectations and just be present. See you there.

DanceFusion is excited to welcome Curtis Good to the teaching team this fall, and students are in for a treat in his class.
a word from Curtis………
Hey, I’m Curtis Good – a dance enthusiast who lives for the rhythm of music and the art of movement. With a deep love for both Hip Hop’s infectious energy and contemporary dance’s emotional storytelling, I’m here to guide you on a journey of self-expression. Let’s dance, let loose, and discover the incredible ways we can communicate through the language of movement. Join me, and let’s groove together!

Please remember to also fill out the Google Registration Form which is separate from the online order. If you do not receive an invoice/receipt in your inbox, check your spam right away!  The link to the form will be in your email or can be found at the top of the Schedule Page or Info page on this site.

This Term  (January 9th – April 28th) culminates in the 13th Annual DanceFusion Showcase (Dress Rehearsal April 25th, shows April 26th-28th).There will be a costume fee that will need to be paid and strong attendance through the term is required. Attendance at stage rehearsals and showcase is required as well.

 

DF Performance Youth

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Placement by audition. Email for information about joining this unique training opportunity.

For dancers ages 15+ with 5+ years of dance experience, including Ballet and Contemporary and HipHop. This group has more performance and training commitments, and requires dedication to attendance, extra rehearsals, and motivation to work hard at an athletic level and develop leadership skills as well as team building cooperation.
Students need to be enrolled in 3+ classes a week as a pre requisite.

This Term (Jan.11th – April.28th) is longer than the fall oneand culminates in the 13th Annual DanceFusion Showcase (Dress Rehearsal April 25th, shows April 26th-28th). There will be a costume fee that will need to be paid and strong attendance through the term is required. Attendance at stage rehearsals and showcase is required as well.

 

Acro Dance Intermediate 13yrs+

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Acrobatic training teaches flexibility, balance, strength, muscle control, discipline and concentration. It is an excellent way to learn spatial awareness, an important element in ensemble work.
Acrobatic movements can include bridges, walk-overs, handstands, hand balances, somersaults, and cartwheel variations and more! This class is geared for students to work on skills at an appropriate level to their previous experience, a range of skills will be worked on.  It is geared toward students with prior dance and acro experience. This is not an open level or beginner class. If you are new to the studio or this class/level please email to check about placement.

The goal is to place Acro skills into a dance routine, therefore blending artistry with athleticism.
A second dance class is required for dancers at this level.
DanceFusion is an Acrobatic Arts Certified Studio.

This Term  (January 10th – April 28th) culminates in the 13th Annual DanceFusion Showcase (Dress Rehearsal April 25th, shows April 26th-28th).There will be a costume fee that will need to be paid and strong attendance through the term is required. Attendance at stage rehearsals and showcase is required as well.

Please remember to also fill out the Google Registration Form which is separate from the online order. If you do not receive an invoice/receipt in your inbox, check your spam right away!  The link to the form will be in your email or can be found at the top of the Schedule Page or Info page on this site.

DanceFusion 13-17 yrs

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Slava weaves her experience with Contemporary, Jazz, Ballet, Street styles, and more into a rich class that explores a variety of movement styles. The classes vary from fluid lyrical movements to athletic leaps and jumps, classical technique, fancy footwork, and intricate hands and arm movements. She aims to create an adventurous dance experience that incorporates a down to earth aesthetic.

Please remember to also fill out the Google Registration Form which is separate from the online order. If you do not receive an invoice/receipt in your inbox, check your spam right away!  The link to the form will be in your email or can be found at the top of the Schedule Page or Info page on this site.

This Term (Jan.11th – April.28th) is longer than the fall one and culminates in the 13th Annual DanceFusion Showcase (Dress Rehearsal April 25th, shows April 26th-28th).There will be a costume fee that will need to be paid and strong attendance through the term is required. Attendance at stage rehearsals and showcase is required as well.

 

HipHop Open Level 13yrs+

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This HipHop class will integrate party dances of the 80′s and 90′s to the present day, as well as choreography, across-the-floor combos, and the latest dance moves that make this dance unique. It includes a wide range of styles and will be a good time moving to great music. Prepare to move and get funky, and dance hard. Open to all levels of experience, so if you are new or have danced hip hop before, this class will make you bounce and rock no matter what, layers will be offered to build complexity for those with more experience.

  A four-time national jump rope champion who went on to compete at international level, Angelia has always been inspired by movement. She has a long history of dance training in all styles, her most loved being Hip Hop. Along with her love of movement, music has always been a passion of hers, whether it is writing and producing her own songs, or sharing her favourite musical artists on her Kootenay Co-op Radio Show. Angelia is an advocate for the arts in the community, and her goal of igniting a passion for the arts is always at the forefront, whether through her work at the Capitol Theatre as a Stage Manager for the Summer Youth Theatre Productions or teaching through guitar.

Please remember to also fill out the Google Registration Form which is separate from the online order. If you do not receive an invoice/receipt in your inbox, check your spam right away!  The link to the form will be in your email or can be found at the top of the Schedule Page or Info page on this site.

This Term (Jan.11th – April.28th) is longer than the fall one, and culminates in the 13th Annual DanceFusion Showcase (Dress Rehearsal April 25th, shows April 26th-28th).

There will be a costume fee that will need to be paid and strong attendance through the term is required. Attendance at stage rehearsals and showcase is required as well.

 

Creative Acro Dance 4-6 yrs

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 This lass is not running at this time..but check back for the SPRING SESSION in May/June…

 

A dance class that provides the potential for personal expression as well as coordination skill building. One of the goals of creative dance is to communicate through movement and use imagery and games to have fun while creating the building blocks of movement development. This class also uses traditional exercises to familiarize students with dance vocabulary, musicality, and choreography.
Acro Dance terminology and positions will be introduced in an age appropriate way ( pike, straddle, tendu, bridge, somersault, plank, handstand, candlestick etc).
The class is a combination of acrobatics development and dance skills. This class fills quickly, limited spots at this age.

Students bring their own yoga mats, extras are available to borrow.

This Term is longer than the fall one, and runs Jan.8th until April 28th and culminates in the 13th Annual DanceFusion Showcase (Dress Rehearsal April 25th, shows April 26th-28th).There will be a costume fee that will need to be paid and strong attendance through the term is required. Attendance at stage rehearsals and showcase is required as well.

 Please remember to also fill out the Google Registration Form which is separate from the online order. If you do not receive an invoice/receipt to your inbox, check your spam right away!

 

Acro-Dance Intermediate 12-14yrs

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Acrobatic training teaches flexibility, balance, strength, discipline, and concentration. A dancer will gain more flexibility and body strength. Acrobatic movements can include handstands, hand balances, somersaults, headstands, elbow stands, walkover variations, cartwheel variations and more!
This class is an intermediate class and students will be given variations for their experience to work safely where they are at.

The base skills for this level:

~ go from standing down to a bridge,  hold bridge 15 sec

~bridge with retirè straight leg

~solid cartwheel with legs straight,

~Handstand with good form

~hold V/plank sit for 50 sec.

~ 2+yrs of dance experience and demonstrate understanding of musicality and experience picking up choreography.

Intermediate-level dancers must be enrolled in 2 + classes a week.

Email if you have questions about the appropriate level.
DanceFusion is an Acrobatic Arts Certified Studio.

This Term (Jan.10th – April.28th) is longer than the fall one, and runs Jan.9th until April 28th and culminates in the 13th Annual DanceFusion Showcase (Dress Rehearsal April 25th, shows April 26th-28th).There will be a costume fee that will need to be paid and strong attendance through the term is required. Attendance at stage rehearsals and showcase is required as well.

Please remember to also fill out the Google Registration Form which is separate from the online order. If you do not receive an invoice/receipt in your inbox, check your spam right away!  The link to the form will be in your email or can be found at the top of the Schedule Page or Info page on this site.

Parent & Tot Dance

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 We are so excited about this new class! It will be offered in 2024, with the dates till TBA…if you are keen on getting on the mailing list for this fun class, send an email from the contact page 🙂
Welcome to our new toddler dance class, aimed at dancers ages 2-4 years (approximately).  Join us for a joyful exploration of movement and music, where little ones and parents connect through dance. This class will provide the potential for personal expression, as well as coordination development. One of the goals is to communicate through movement using imagery and games to have fun while skill-building for future development.

In this interactive session, children take their first steps in a supportive group setting, fostering social skills and creating magical moments that extend beyond the dance floor.

Let’s twirl, hop and giggle our way into the wonderous world of dance together.

Please remember to also fill out the Google Registration Form which is separate from the online order. If you do not receive an invoice/receipt in your inbox, check your spam right away!  The link to the form will be in your email or can be found at the top of the Schedule Page or Info page on this site.