Introductory Programs
Our Introductory Programs are designed as a prelude to the popular dances and the teaching methods of The Dance Centre. It's designed to fulfill your immediate dance needs while allowing your instructor an opportunity to evaluate your dancing with respect to your future learning. Be prepared to spend about 2 to 3 months on this program.
Emphasis is placed on:
1. The basic steps and patterns in the dance(s) of your choice
2. The rhythm and timing
3. The basic dance positions
4. Lead and/or Follow
This program will provide you with enough variety to keep your learning experience interesting and enjoyable.
Bronze Program
The Bronze Program focuses on technique and styling in all the dances while further developing your lead and/or following ability, rhythm, expression and confidence to look and feel natural and comfortable on the dance floor. Dancing at this level will allow you the ability to dance with any partner, to any kind of music, on any size dance floor, anywhere in the world and be completely confident and comfortable. This is the recommended social dance standard. This Program can take from 8 months to 18 months to complete.
Silver Program
The Silver Program is for dancers who desire a high degree of styling. At this level, you will stand out on the dance floor as a result of flowing, continuous, fluid movements enhanced with very flashy styling. Increased balance, control, styling and power allows silver dancers to maneuver with ease and grace. This program can take 2 to 4 years to complete.
Gold Program
The Gold Program is the absolute in showmanship, styling, choreography and technique. Intricate movements and styling makes this a level for the serious dance fanatic. Be prepared to clear the dance floor. For the Hobby dancer, this program can last as long as you continue to enjoy dancing.
Competitive and Exhibition
Competitive and Exhibition dancing is for those who thrive on the thrills and excitement of DANCESPORT. Training is available at all levels from novice to professional. Be prepared to work very hard as dancesport may be comparable to many forms of athletics. Contestants may compete as amateur couples or as pro/am with their teachers. This is the ultimate in perfection.
YOU'LL RECEIVE THE BENEFITS OF AN EXPERIENCED CARING DANCE TEACHER WHO KNOWS HOW TO:
Be patient with you, and help you progress
Create a positive atmosphere
Challenge you and safely push your abilities
Give you some great tips for toning your body
Share "real world" dance experience
Keep you focused and entertained throughout class
Give you a great dance workout
Count the music, and make it easy for you to hear the timing
Easily break down the steps you're learning
Give professional feedback
Encourage you to feel great about yourself And much more...