Dovercourt Dance School teaches traditional concert performance dance in Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop and Modern Dance with an instructional style that encourages creative expression and movement in a non-pressured atmosphere. Students develop an appreciation for the art of dance as well as the physical skills and techniques specific to each dance genre.

Read more in our Dancer Package (below).

To register for dance programs, visit the Dance section of our online registration website

Dancer Information package - General information about our Dance School

Fall 2010 Dance schedule & descriptions (pdf)

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Classes

Stompin' Junior (2-3 yrs)
If you have ever seen the show STOMP you know it is a well-choreographed mix of percussion, dance and gymnastics in a non-traditional form. Why should they have all the fun! Stompin’ Junior will get 2-3 yr olds into the action, making noise (music), learning simple dance moves and having a whole-lotta-fun!

Boys Only Hip Hop (4-5yrs)
Hang with ‘da boyz’ in their own hip hop class! Learn how to raise the roof, bang on the drum, shampoo and rinse, and do crocodile arms. Bring a bit of attitude!

Hip Hop Hurray (2-3 yrs)
What is hip hop? It is a form that evolved out of street and break dancing moves! A
fun, bouncy street style put into this class for the preschool dancer. This is an
introduction to the dance form, incorporating fun moves into today’s hot music.
The dancer will also be engaged in creative movement through games and
songs...come HIP HOP HURRAY with us!

Hip hop is high-energy dance and this course highlights hip hop and funk technique. Dancers learn hip hop and jazz moves, terminology, and dance combinations. Students will enhance their creative and interpretive skills while grooving to cool music.

Hip Hop (4-5 yrs); Hip Hop (6-11 yrs); Hip Hop (Ages 8-11 yrs)

Creative Movement (2-3 yrs)
Children will be introduced to moving naturally to music as they develop coordination and self-confidence.

PreBallet (3 - 4 yrs)

This class teaches the basics of ballet and creative movement. Emphasis will be on traditional ballet steps, body awareness and encouraging a love for dance and music. Proper form is developed as children learn: gallops, skips, jumps, tendus, relevés and more.

Ballet/ Jazz (4-5 yrs)

Dancers receive instruction in both ballet and jazz appropriate to their age. Technique, coordination and creative expression will be encouraged as they learn the basic jazz and ballet steps through simple routines. Focus will be on music counts, rhythm and building strength and flexibility.

School Age
Stage Stars (5-7 yrs)

Stage Stars focuses on stage presence, dance and character development and is an excellent class to combine with other dance classes or to take on its own. Students will learn the basics of drama, dance routines, improvisation and character creations as they build a show for parents on the last day of class.

Tap / Jazz (5 to 7 yrs)

For children who would like to learn tap and jazz in the same class. Fun, creative steps and combinations will be taught. Classes will focus on rhythm, arm movements, turns and jumps. Tap shoes required.

Ballet (6 to 9 yrs)
Develop body awareness, strength and flexibility through ballet and modern dance technique. This class will focus on fun, creativity and technique.

Ballet/ Jazz (6 - 9 yrs)

Children will learn the fundamental basic steps and arm movements of jazz and ballet. A mix of modern and classical music, the focus will be on dance combinations & routines as well as music counts, balance, agility, rhythm, nurturing the child's independent creativity and most of all fun!

Dance Mix (9-12 yrs)
This multi-disciplinary class combines ballet, jazz, tap and hip hop to create fun
routines. Students exercise their own creativity and focus on building their flexibility,
strength and rhythm in a fun environment. Students can be beginners or
experienced dancers.

DANCE LEADERSHIP
PROGRAM
(12 to 16 years)

This is a continuation class for your youth dancer between the ages of 12 to 16. They will learn the technique for ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, and lyrical and learn the basics of how to teach each style. Participants will finish the program with a placement as a youth assistant in a variety of classes. The Dance Leadership Program will be the bridge between participant and dance assistant.

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General Information

Clothing
Most students wear a body suit, tights and a skirt but this is not a necessity. Any clothing (I.e. jogging pants, shorts, t-shirt) is okay as long as it allows freedom of movement. We recommend a soft comfortable shoe such as jazz shoe, ballet / gymnastic slipper, or bare feet (please no socks).

Parent Days
Everyday is a parent day! You are always welcome to check in on your dancer, however, we do recommend that parents do not stay in the room as this is very distracting to the dancer and the instructor. The last day of each session is a designated “Parent Day.” On this day please plan on being entertained by your dancer as he/she showcases their routines and techniques they have been working on all session. Don’t forget your camera! This is our evaluation day, please bring back our evaluation form.