Competitive Dance Classes
Competitive Dance Classes
Competitive Dance Classes are offered in multiple styles of dance for all ages and ability levels.
All classes include learning of steps and progressive skills specific to each dance form and level of competition. All instructors are mUvmethod certified and will take classes through age appropriate and safe stretching to improve mobility and flexibility. Overall, Hype Danz aims to provide quality dance instruction in a postive, nurturing and fun environment.
Competitive Levels
Can compete in Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Acro, Hip Hop & Contemporary
JUNIOR COMPANY
Compete in 3-4 competitions
Train 3 days per week
Part-time competitive
INTERMEDIATE COMPANY
Compete in 3-4 competitions
Train 3 days per week
Part-time competitive
TEEN COMPANY
Compete in 4-5 competitions
Train 3-4 days per week
Full-time competitive
SENIOR COMPANY
Compete in 4-5 competitions
Train 3-4 days per week
Full-time competitive
*All competitive students MUST take JAZZ and JAZZ LINE/LRG GROUP.
**Director will place students in companies based on age, skill, technical expertise, experience, performance, attendance, etc.
*Minimum of 5 dancers per level/style to run.
*See schedule for detailed days/ times.
*Extra rehearsals for the competitive team will be scheduled in February, March and April as needed.
*A competitive showcase will take place before competitions starts. Location to be determined closer to the showcase date.
Solos/Duets/Trios
Solos/Duets/Trios are available for anyone who is interested. They run from the first week of October through to the first competition. Sessions are continued between competitions as needed.
There are approximately 20-25 classes in the year. Classes can be extended if needed.
*In order to compete in a solo/duet/trio, you must take a competitive class in the same discipline and be taking a MINIMUM of 3 group classes
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Shoes - Junior
Tap: Black leather mary-jane style tap shoes
Jazz: Black leather jazz shoes with no laces or nude half soles (depends on costume)
Ballet: Ballet Shoes
Lyrical: Nude half soles
Acro/Contemporary: Bare feet
Hip Hop: Indoor Runners (style chosen by teacher)
Shoes - Intermediate, Teen & Senior
Tap: Black leather shoe style tap shoes
Jazz: Black leather jazz shoes with no laces or nude half soles (depends on costume)
Ballet: Ballet Shoes
Lyrical: Nude half soles
Acro/Contemporary: Bare feet
Hip Hop: Indoor Runners (style chosen by teacher)
Schedule
Ballet Classes
1 x per week for Junior & Inter Company
2 x per week for Teen & Senior Company
Stretch/Technique
2 x per week for Junior Company
3 x per week for Inter, Teen & Senior Company
Choreography Classes
1 time per week for all styles
Acro Technique Classes
1 x per week for ACRO
Acrobatic Arts Class ($250 extra per year)
Students are eligible to take acro exams through this class if deemed ready
Competitive Class Prices
(13% HST Included)
Price per style and child
JUNIOR COMPANY & INTERMEDIATE COMPANY
$1100 per style, and $550 per style after that
TEEN COMPANY & SENIOR COMPANY
$1200 per style and $600 per style after that
Prices include all competitive classes. For every style of competitive dance taken, you receive one recreational class free (costume is extra)
Price does NOT include the following extras:
Costumes: $150-$350 each
Competition Entry Fees: $50-$70 per student per dance
Competitive Jacket: $170-$180 each (Blue/black bomber jacket)
Makeup Kit - $70-$140 each
Payment Plan
Cheque, e-transfer or cash payment
Multiple payment options available
Payment Plan 1: Full year
(Dated September 11, 2023)
Payment Plan 2: 2 instalments
(Dated September 11, 2023 & February 1, 2024)
Payment Plan 3: Monthly payments
(1st of the month for 9 months dated September 1, 2023 to May 1, 2024)
***All cheques must be submitted for entire dance season upon registration. Cheques can be made out to HYPE DANZ