MITCHAMDANCE Class Structures All Mitcham Dance classes are designed to EMPOWER students to work at their best. With the support and encouragement of our

approachable, qualified and experienced teachers students will train in fun techniques to create a life long appreciation of dance

Classes are held in our studios (masonic) 6 Wattle Ave Lower Mitcham, (MCC) & ( ROOM 6) Mitcham Community Centre

LITTLE DANCERS 2-5yrs ANGELINA BALLERINA (licensed program) Classical Ballet Structured ballet classes for children ages 2-5. All classes are quality ensured and held in accordance with the Angelina Ballerina licensed syllabus. Classes are held in age groupings to allow your child to gain the most from every class. Tinies – 2-3 yrs old Pre-primary 4-5 yrs Primary 5 yrs (Royal Academy of Dance)

Jazz/Tap 2-5yrs Combination classes for a well-rounded dance education 30 -45 minute dance class, that has elements of funky Jazz & Tap specifically designed for student’s aged 2-5yrs. Creativity, musicality, spatial awareness, co-operation and coordinated movement qualities are emphasized in these classes. Classes are designed in age specific groups to ensure your child increases confidence and enjoys every class. STUDENTS IN THE ANGELINA BALLERINA ACADEMY MUST BE TOILET TRAINED

 

SENiOR DANCE 12YRS & ABOVE R.A.D CLASSICAL BALLET CLASSES Grade 6, 7 & 8 - These classes are for students aged 12 and older and focuses on extending dance quality to aid technique. Experienced students can participate in examinations in these grades with one class per week. It is recommended that students participating in these exams schedule 2 technique classes per week. Intermediate Foundation, Intermediate, Advanced Foundation, Advanced 1 & 2 - A focused ballet class for older students, working within the RAD Vocational Syllabus. Age restrictions apply for students attending 2 or more classes a week to participate in exams. For students aged 12 and above. Students studying in this stream are recommended to participate in the level above to extend and accelerate their technique. JAZZ & Glenn Wood TAP CLASSES Jazz 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 & Open - An advanced jazz class for those dancers who are competent at most jazz techniques Tap 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 & Open - A strong technique class for competent Tap students with more than 3 years experience, following the Glenn Wood Tap Syllabus. Age restrictions apply and students must achieve the previous level before moving up. CONTEMPORARY DANCE CLASSES Intermediate Foundation Contemporary - A dance class for students who have had some experience in contemporary dance. Ideal for students who are 12years old Intermediate Contemporary – A dance class for students who are experienced in the contemporary dance genre. For students who are 13 &14 Advanced Contemporary – This class is for experienced contemporary dancers. Age restrictions apply. For students who are entering SACE with very little contemporary experience. It is recommended students are 15 years of age for participation in this class Open Contemporary – This class is for the experienced student and SACE students HIP HOP DANCE CLASSES Inter F. Hip Hop – For students with some hip-hop experience. Ideal for students who are 12years old Inter Hip Hop – For Students with at least 1 year of hip-hop experience. For students who are 13 &14 years old Adv. Hip Hop – For Students with a minimum 2 years of hip-hop experience. It is recommended students are 15 years of age for participation in this class. Open Hip Hop – For Students with a minimum 3 years of hip-hop experience. It is recommended students are 15 years of age for participation in this class.

SACE DANCE – a comprehensive out of school, year 11 and 12 dance program that allows the student to excel in the subject they love and with their peers. SACE dance is held on a Saturday afternoon at our DANCE studios in MILE END. Students can commence their SACE dance studies in year 10.

YOUNG DANCERS 6-8yrs

ROYAL ACADEMY OF DANCE CLASSICAL BALLET CLASSES Primary - This class is for the 6year old student wishing to participate in Classical Ballet for recreation or examination purposes. Students learn the positions of arms and feet as well as musicality, expression, and co-ordination through creativity and structured work. Grade 1 – A ballet class designed around training within the RAD classical grades syllabus. Age restrictions apply and there is the opportunity for students attending two classes a week to participate in exams, or assessments, provided they are of suitable standard and the correct age (as set by the RAD) JAZZ & TAP DANCE CLASSES Primary Jazz/Tap - A fun Jazz & Tap combination class for student’s aged 6. This class focuses on the fundamental steps needed for the higher levels, and trains the students to co-ordinate simple upper and lower body movements, working in a team and as an individual while listening to instruction. Travelling and elevation skills are taught in this class. Jazz/Tap 1 –Take the next step in jazz & tap, following our Mitcham Dance, tailor-made, specialized jazz syllabus and the Glenn Wood Tap syllabus. Examinations are available in tap. Aged 7yrs. HIP HOP DANCE CLASSES Primary Hip Hop - A Fun, film-clip style dance class for students who are just starting out aged 6 (G rated) Hip Hop 1 - A Fun and up-to-date dance style for students who are interested in learning the how to of cool movement. This class is structured and develops the technique behind the movement. aged 7 (G rated) CONTEMPORARY MOVEMENT CLASSES Contemporary 1 - A free movement class, based on the basics of pedestrian movement, learning to fall and recover, floor rolls and travelling across the room in different combinations. For students aged 7yrs GLEE- MUSCIAL THEATRE CLASSES Glee 1 - An exciting and challenging class combining Voice, Drama and Dance all packaged into one!! For students aged 6-7 yrs  

MiDDLE DANCE 9-11 yrs ROYAL ACADEMY OF DANCE CLASSICAL Grade 2 to 5 – Structured ballet classes, training students in the fundamental techniques designed by the RAD Classical Ballet grades syllabus. Age restrictions apply to each grade and there is the opportunity for students attending two classes a week to participate in exams, or assessments.

JAZZ & TAP DANCE CLASSES Jazz/Tap 2, 3, 4 & 5 - A structured jazz & tap class following our own specially designed Mitcham Dance Jazz standards and the Glenn Wood Tap Syllabus. Examinations are available in Tap. Age restrictions apply to each level. HIP HOP DANCE CLASSES Hip Hop 2, 3, 4 & 5 – A fun Film-clip type up to date dance style. Age restrictions apply to each level. CONTEMPORARY DANCE CLASSES

Contemporary 2, 3, 4 & 5 For the experienced dancer, extending on their knowledge from the junior level students are challenged to expand the movement vocabulary though facilitated experimentation. Age restrictions apply to each level. GLEE- MUSICAL THEATRE Glee 2, 3 & 4 – An exciting and challenging class combining Voice, Drama and dance all packaged into one!! Age restrictions apply