Recreational Dance
how can dancing help a child?
dancing not only improves balance, flexibility and posture, but it also fosters teamwork, strengthens sensory awareness and improves self-worth.
we help children develop their dance skills in a safe, comfortable and nurturing environment
Designed for dancers aged 3 and older, our recreational dance program is taught by our experienced faculty in our Richmond Hill dance studio. Programs are geared toward children of all different skill sets and experience in dance of all kinds. Classes are fun, educational and full of development opportunities.
we offer recreational dance classes in:
- Jazz
- Tap
- Ballet
- Acro
- Lyrical/ Contemporary
- Jazz/ Hip Hop
Our students love dancing
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JCB is like my second home, I have been here my whole life, I’ve been dancing here since I was three years old, and I wouldn’t change it for a thing! Not only has being here given me more confidence, it has given me a second family. The students here are the most welcoming and kind people, and they have become the best friends I could ever have asked for, the teachers are absolutely amazing, they are encouraging and they push you to be the best that you can be. Being a senior dancer and being able to mentor some of the younger kids has taught me responsibility and patience and I never would have learned that without JCB.
Quality classes led by expert instructors
Recreational Dance Programs
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Kinder Dance Movement
Kinder Dance Movement
For girls and boys ages 3 – 4 years old, this is a combination class introducing an outlet for dance incorporating introduction to ballet and jazz. Classes will focus on movement and positioning in a manner suitable for young children. Dancers will learn a choreographed routine to showcase at the end of the season.
Kinder Acro
Kinder Acro
For girls and boys ages 3 – 4 years old, these classes will introduce stretching and age appropriate acro tricks. Acro dance incorporates tricks along with jazz transitions. Dancers will learn a choreographed routine to showcase at the end of the season.
Jazz
Jazz
Using contemporary music, jazz incorporates ballet technique in its high-energy moves, ensuring body placement and posture. Jazz dancing is a form of dance that showcases a dancer’s individual style and originality. Every jazz dancer interprets and executes steps in their own way.
Jazz/ Hip Hop
Jazz/ Hip Hop
Hip Hop is both a musical genre and a culture. Hip hop is a lifestyle that includes its own language, music, wardrobe style and style of dance. We are now offering an exclusive class for boys who are interested in the genre.
Tap
Tap
Characterized by the clicking sounds of heels and toes using the floor for percussion, this American style was born in the “roarin’ 20’s” and places importance on posture to produce proper and powerful sound.
Ballet
Ballet
A wide variety of ballet techniques will be taught incorporating classical movements. This dance form places great emphasis on body placement and posture to strengthen each dancer. Music will include classical to modern pieces to allow for a number of dance interpretations.
Acro
Acro
A specialized discipline combining jazz technique and acrobatic tricks.
Lyrical/ Contemporary
Lyrical/ Contemporary
The fusion of modern dance elements with elements of ballet. Contemporary takes form with abstract, unpredictable movement, speed and rhythmic changes as well as classical technique.
