ACRO

• A combination of dance technique and acrobatic elements. Acro focuses on promoting flexibility, tumbling, strength, balance, contortion, and partner/group stunts. Each lesson involves training in gymnastic-style elements but is often put together with style and choreography. We are a fully accredited studio with certified ACC (Acrobatic Arts) and Acrobatique teachers.

BALLET

• Ballet is the foundation of technique and balance for all styles of dance. Discipline and creativity are used to improve flexibility, strength, and proper positioning. Ballet technique is essential for improvement and appropriate advancement in other styles of dance as well. Offering various levels including pre-junior through advanced foundation, pre-pointe , and pointe. Ballet is incorporated into almost every class and is strongly encouraged for all ages by the staff and director at Springbank Dancers.

• Pointe class focuses on proper technique, strength & alignment all while the dancers are wearing Pointe shoes. This advanced style is for a very experienced Ballet dancer and must come with approval from our Ballet Director. A minimum of two ballet classes and regular attendance is required.

JAZZ

• Jazz is a strong technically based style of dance consisting of unique movements, body and musical awareness, intricate foot movements, leaps and turns. In order to excel in jazz, dancers are strongly recommended to have a background in ballet to improve strength and balance.

*Just as a friendly reminder, enrollment in a regular Ballet is required in order to take Jazz (for level PreInter and higher)

HIP HOP

• Strong and powerful dance movements to Hip Hop and R&B music. Includes different styles of urban dance while increasing an understanding of various music beats and rhythms. Classes are designed to concentrate on choreography and memory, without limits to body movements. Hip Hop is energetic and perfect for those looking for an interactive and relaxed style of dance. Offering various levels including Junior to Advanced, for boys and girls of all ages.

LYRICAL/CONTEMPORARY

• A collection of mixed styles derived from modern dance brought us both lyrical and contemporary. Recommended to help improve and enhance technique and control with influences from ballet, lyrical and jazz. Both disciplines explore challenging body positioning and emotions and is often seen as dramatic and interpretive. Both styles have such similar foundation work and with much overlap, so we want to give the dancers to opportunity to experience both, without having to take multiple classes.

*Just as a friendly reminder, enrollment in a regular Ballet is required in order to take Lyrical/Contemporary (for level PreInter and higher)

MUSICAL THEATRE

• A form of dance that combines technique from jazz, ballet, and lyrical with song and music from stage/theatre performances. Musical Theatre is a fun, outgoing style that improves a dancer’s confidence and creativity throughout Broadway performance. All dancers involved in Musical Theatre classes are strongly encouraged to also participate in a technique class (such as ballet, jazz, lyrical, etc.).

TAP

• Use of tapping footwear and precise foot movements in various patterns to create an audible form of theatrical dance with music and rhythm awareness. Recommended ballet or jazz experience for ankle strength and proper positioning

Pre-Teen and Teen Classes

• These classes typically cater to age 10-12 and 13+ for dancers who have limited or no previous experience and want to explore different styles in a comfortable, welcoming environment. These classes do not have other class requirements and directed to the more recreational dancer.

How do I know what level my dancer is in?

• If you are a returning student, please send Miss Devon an email
• If you are new to Springbank Dancers, please contact us and we will be in touch shortly!

What is the required attire?

• Please click HERE for a copy of our 2025/26 Attire Guideline.

Am I allowed to sit in on the class?

• We do not allow parents to sit in the class but we do have viewing tv's in the lobby and welcome you to join us for Parent Viewing week that is held annually, usually early December

Is my dancer allowed to 'hang out' at the studio?

• Absolutely! We have a big "Student Lounge" which is a comfortable and inviting space for dancers to 'hang out,' eat their snacks, catch up on homework, and connect between classes!

Does my dancer get to participate in Recital?

• Absolutely! We include all of our full-year students in Recital!

What is the cost of Recital?

• All full year participants are required to purchase a Recital Performer Package: $180.00 (once/dancer)

  • This package includes participation in the Recital, Recital t-shirts, photos, tickets to the show, digital video of the show, etc.

• Recital Costumes: $115.00/class

Performer Packages and Recital Costume Fees are packaged into your monthly payments

When is the Recital?

• Usually following the last week of classes in June. :)
• Recital date for the 2025/26 season is June 13.

When is the studio closed and other important dates I should be aware of?

• Please Click HERE for a copy of our 2024/25 Important Dates

Have any more questions?

• If you're new to Springbank Dancers, please contact us to request a free trial so we can see what the right fit is for your dancer!!!