Dance Styles
TINY TOTS
For the youngest performers, this class teaches rhythm, musicality, balance, coordination and confidence through music, song, jazz & tap dance. Please keep in mind it can take several weeks for these little ones to completely settle into class, don’t be concerned if they do not fully participate on their first few weeks, often they like to observe before participating.
MODERN JAZZ
A blend of traditional jazz and modern jazz funk technique, these classes help develop a strong base of dance skills including musicality, coordination, strength, flexibility and performance.
TAP
Tap classes involve technique and rhythm training. It is a form of dance characterized by a tapping sound that is created from metal plates that are attached to both the ball and heel of the dancer’s shoe.
ACROBATICS
Learn to flip and tumble! This class works on strength, flexibility and body awareness whilst teaching gymnastic and circus based skills.Please note students who are not enrolled into a Ballet or Jazz class will not progress as quick and will find it harder than those students who partake in either a Jazz or Ballet class as well.
BALLET
Classical ballet is a specific technique that gives you a full understanding of your body. This is a class that focuses on building strength, flexibility and core stability. It is recommended for all dancers to help build a strong foundation of technique.
HIP HOP
Hip Hop is a broad category that includes a variety of urban dance styles. Constantly evolving from the earlier styles of breaking, locking and popping, hip hop is a free, funky and soulful expression of movement.
SENIOR (ADULT)
For fun and fitness, or to dust off those old dance shoes. In a relaxed atmosphere we welcome everyone, no matter your level of experience.
POINTE
Pointe is part of classical ballet technique made possible by pointe shoes. This is a safe introductory class with a strong focus on building ankle strength.
LYRICAL
Lyrical combines the techniques of jazz and ballet, inviting dancers to use their bodies to interpret the music. Dancers gain fluidity of movement, grace and control.
COMPETITION PRIVATE LESSONS
One on one lessons for students wanting to expand their performance opportunities by travelling to Karratha/Perth to compete. Student readiness will be deemed by our teaching staff.
CLASS GUIDE
Placement in the appropriate class at Hedland School of Dance is determined on an individual basis. Our teachers reserve the right to move students to different levels as needed to ensure their safety and proper development. Students will not be placed in higher-level classes to accommodate friendships or scheduling preferences.
Tiny Tots: 2yrs – 3yrs
Primary’s: Kindy & Pre Primary
Juniors: Year 1, 2 & 3
Intermediates: Year 4, 5 & 6
Sub-Seniors: Highschool Students
Adult: 18+ yrs
Level 1 Acrobatics: Pre Primary+
(Must be enrolled into a dance based class)
Level 2 Acrobatics:
(Must be enrolled into a dance based class and have minimum of an unassisted Bridge from standing with correct technique, a headstand & cartwheel on both sides).
Open Classes: Highschoolers+
*All Classes are subject to minimum enrolment numbers being met*