Name
Days
Location
Intro to Dance 1 - Charlottetown
In this course, you'll explore SIX different dance styles: ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary/lyrical, acro, and hip hop! That's right, SIX styles packed into one amazing opportunity! Whether you're a budding ballerina or a hip hop enthusiast, there's something for everyone.
No dance experience? No problem! This class is designed for beginners, so come as you are and let's dance! All you need is comfy, stretchy clothing, bare feet, and indoor runners.
Saturday
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Passion Elite
Recital Finale Number 2024
Want one more chance to perform in our upcoming Spring Recital?

This year our opening and Finale number will be our biggest yet! Dancers will perform a specially choreographed showcase piece and officially begin our 10 Years of Dreams celebration!
(no extra costume fee required, participating dancers will receive their own exclusive 2024 DSA t-shirt!)
Friday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Stratford Studio

Spring 2024

Name
Days
Location
Junior Ballet
In this class level the students study all the basic principles of classical ballet. This marks the first year of formal ballet training. The students work on the proper body placement, proper turnout, developing ballet skills (ballet conditioning), and terminology is emphasized. The class is more equally divided between parterre, barre and center work. Attendance is very important because every class the students learn a new skill. This will allow the students to gain strength in the legs and joints and to understand how their body works with the ballet vocabulary. Control is gained over shapes and body form with rhythmical exercises and traveling across the floor.
Monday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Junior Jazz
The perfect class for students who love to leap and spin! In this class students will work on classic and contemporary Jazz Technique and Choreography; combinations and routines. The students work on correct body alignment, coordination, strength and flexibility. Structured progressions of isolations, rhythmic movements, precision, speed and personality, all provide a fun and challenging learning environment. Jazz dance vocabulary is expanded through across the floor exercises. We follow internationally recognized ADAPT syllabus to ensure the best possible training to assist students in achieving their highest potential.
Monday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Junior Tap
The perfect class for students looking to explore Broadway performance style! Tap Technique and Musical Theatre Choreography; combinations and routines. The students work on correct body alignment, coordination, strength and flexibility. Structured progressions of isolations, rhythmic movements, precision, speed and personality, all provide a fun and challenging learning environment.We follow internationally recognized ADAPT syllabus to ensure the best possible training to assist students in achieving their highest potential.
Monday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Tiny Hip Hop Stars
Does your little one love to move and groove? Then this is the class for you!

Dancers will learn the basics of Hip Hop technique as well as body awareness, kinaesthetic movement, and group dynamics! Filled with learning and games, our Tiny Stars classes are a great chance for young dancers to prepare for school learning environments and, and make new friends!
Tuesday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Stratford Studio
Junior Hip Hop
This class teaches the fundamentals of hip hop movement which includes rhythm, musicality, coordination, and age-appropriate hip hop choreography with no suggestive music/movement. This is an excellent class for high-energy kids who want to take a fast and fun dance class.
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Intermediate Hip Hop
Tuesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Contemporary - Movement Arts and Choreography
Movement Arts and Choreography is a chance for students to develop their artistic voice as well as increase their movement vocabulary. Classes are geared to the development of strength, flexibility, mobility and kinesthetic awareness, and emphasize the integration of thinking, feeling, sensing, and doing in the performance of movement.
Students will have the opportunity to both learn choreographed routines and create their own unique pieces throughout the semester.
Tuesday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Tiny Ballet Stars I
Tiny Ballet Stars is a whimsical introduction to Ballet technique and storytelling! Students learn all the basic Ballet steps, as well as form and dance movements through technical exercises and fun dance games.
Dancers will explore movement through fun songs from their favourite movie musicals and classical instrumentals!
This class is 45 minutes long.
Wednesday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Tiny Jazz/Tap Stars
Tiny Jazz/Tap Stars is a lively introduction to Broadway style Jazz and Tap technique. Students learn all the basic Jazz and Tap steps, as well as form and dance movements through technical exercises and fun dance games.Dancers will explore movement through fun songs from their favourite movies and tv shows!
This class is 45 minutes long.
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Flexibility and Conditioning
This class will focus on building strength and conditioning using the PBT method. DSA is an accredited studio for this international syllabus that focuses on safe, controlled practices specifically for dancers.
*This class is available as an add on for Intermediate Jazz and Ballet students. Please contact the studio for bundle pricing.
Wednesday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Baton
If your student is looking to start their baton twirling training, this is the class for them!

This class is for beginners only, and will set your student up for success with fundamental baton twirling training to get them started on the right foot (or hands!).

Dancers will be fitted with baton measurements during their first class, purchase link for baton can be given upon request. Dance Stars Academy is working to provide baton purchase in-studio, we recommend the no-bounce Super Star or Classic Star from Starline Baton (style availability subject to size requirements. Any questions? We're happy to help!)
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Jr Acro/Cirque
🎪 Roll up! Roll up! Introduce your child to something new and unique. Watch the excitement as your child looks forward to each class as they meet new friends, gain confidence and learn new skills in this super fun class.
🤸Includes: Interactive circuits, lyra, silks, trapeze, juggling, hula hoops and more all under the supervision of our fully qualified teachers.
As defined by ADTA: AcroDance is a style of Acrobatics used specifically for dancers. It is a genre of dance which seamlessly fuses elements of lyrical gymnastics tricks, balancing, tumbling, and jazz. Students learn Acrobatic tricks such as handstands, cartwheels, chest stands, elbow stands, walkovers, side and front aerials and tumbling lines. Trick movements are usually executed slowly to emphasize gracefulness, body lines and picturesque extension. Acro Dance offers more depth and variety to your choreography and creates a much more versatile dancer. To master an AcroDance trick, students must develop a good foundation of strength and flexibility, thus emphasis is placed on extensive conditioning and stretch and strength training. When students are learning new tricks, the instructor utilizes professional spotting techniques; which is necessary to ensure safety and build confidence.
Thursday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Intermediate Acro/Cirque
🎪 Roll up! Roll up! Introduce your child to something new and unique. Watch the excitement as your child looks forward to each class as they meet new friends, gain confidence and learn new skills in this super fun class.
🤸Includes: Interactive circuits, lyra, silks, trapeze, juggling, hula hoops and more all under the supervision of our fully qualified teachers.
As defined by ADTA: AcroDance is a style of Acrobatics used specifically for dancers. It is a genre of dance which seamlessly fuses elements of lyrical gymnastics tricks, balancing, tumbling, and jazz. Students learn Acrobatic tricks such as handstands, cartwheels, chest stands, elbow stands, walkovers, side and front aerials and tumbling lines. Trick movements are usually executed slowly to emphasize gracefulness, body lines and picturesque extension. Acro Dance offers more depth and variety to your choreography and creates a much more versatile dancer. To master an AcroDance trick, students must develop a good foundation of strength and flexibility, thus emphasis is placed on extensive conditioning and stretch and strength training. When students are learning new tricks, the instructor utilizes professional spotting techniques; which is necessary to ensure safety and build confidence.
Thursday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Intermediate Jazz
This class is a continuation of the discipline studied in Jr. Jazz for those students who achieved a good level of proficiency with Jr. Jazz syllabus and are ready for more advanced techniques. Students enrolling for Inter Jazz must achieve a good level of proficiency with Jr. Jazz level, or by invitation. Note, as we follow international syllabus ,meeting age group requirements alone is not sufficient for enrollment into this level. Students unfamiliar with ADAPT syllabus are strongly recommended to first complete Jr. 2/3 Jazz as a prerequisite.
Thursday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Tiny Ballet Stars I
Tiny Ballet Stars is a whimsical introduction to Ballet technique and storytelling! Students learn all the basic Ballet steps, as well as form and dance movements through technical exercises and fun dance games.
Dancers will explore movement through fun songs from their favourite movie musicals and classical instrumentals!
This class is 45 minutes long.
Saturday
9:00 AM to 9:45 AM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Little Monkeys (Acro/Cirque)
🎪 Roll up! Roll up! . Watch your little one gain confidence and learn new skills in this super fun class.
🤸Includes: Basic tumbling, interactive circuits, balance beams, silks, juggling, hula hoops and more all under the supervision of our fully qualified teachers.
Saturday
10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Tiny Ballet/Jazz Stars II
Tiny Ballet/Jazz Stars is a whimsical introduction to Ballet and Jazz technique and storytelling! Students learn all the basic Ballet and Jazz steps, as well as form and dance movements through technical exercises and fun dance games.
Dancers will explore movement through fun songs from their favourite movie musicals and classical instrumentals!
Older children are given more advanced dance lessons technique, as well as choreography and improvisational exercises. Tiny Ballet/Jazz Stars II classes are a fun combination of ballet and jazz technique and choreography. Students learn all the basic ballet and jazz steps. Parents cannot believe the improvement at year’s end in posture, poise, and graceful athleticism.
Saturday
11:00 AM to 11:45 AM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Pointe
Pointe work is available to those in the Intermediate Ballet class only by evaluation only.
Saturday
1:30 PM to 2:00 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Intermediate Ballet
This class is for advanced students that have understanding of proper body placement, alignment, and turnout. This class also includes pointe work. Students must take this class twice a week. This helps ensure that proper strength is maintained to lessen the risk of injury.During this stage of training students increase their understanding of how their body works in the ballet technique. More detailed emphasis is placed on the expansion of their ballet vocabulary, proper execution of the steps and coordination of the use of arms, rotation of the legs and head collectively. Students must be able to execute steps cleanly and with accuracy. Students must also display the ability to combine steps together with overall coordination and ease.
W 6:30 PM-7:30 PM
Sa 12:30 PM-1:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio

Summer 2024

Name
Days
Location
Jr Ballet/Jazz
In this class level the students study all the basic principles of classical ballet. This marks the first year of formal ballet training. The students work on the proper body placement, proper turnout, developing ballet skills (ballet conditioning), and terminology is emphasized. The class is more equally divided between parterre, barre and center work. Classical ballet training is supplemented with curated PBT (Progressing Ballet Technique) conditioning exercises. Attendance is very important because every class the students learn a new skill. The class emphasizes the repetition of exercises which is essential for advancing skill levels. This will allow the students to create a foundation of strength and to understand how their body works with the ballet vocabulary. Control is gained over shapes and body form with rhythmical exercises and traveling across the floor. In this class students will learn basic Jazz Technique & Choreography, combinations, and routines. These classes focus on foundational skills, combination learning, directional change, and sharp, quick movements. Technique is demonstrated across the floor as students perform sequences of jumps and turns. The students will be introduced to traditional Broadway Style Jazz as well as Commercial Jazz. This class will also teach students basic percussive theory, as well as rhythm and more in-depth musicality. With focus on Broadway style, students will receive well-rounded knowledge of all types of tap (including rhythm, hoofing, funk, and more).This class is for 60 min long once per week.
Wednesday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Jr Acro/Cirque with Aerial
AcroDance is a style of Acrobatics used specifically for dancers. It is a genre of dance which seamlessly fuses elements of lyrical gymnastics tricks, balancing, tumbling, and jazz. Students learn Acrobatic tricks such as handstands, cartwheels, chest stands, elbow stands, walkovers, side and front aerials and tumbling lines. Trick movements are usually executed slowly to emphasize gracefulness, body lines and picturesque extension. Acro Dance offers more depth and variety to your choreography and creates a much more versatile dancer. To master an AcroDance trick, students must develop a good foundation of strength and flexibility, thus emphasis is placed on extensive conditioning and stretch and strength training. When students are learning new tricks, the instructor utilizes professional spotting techniques; which is necessary to ensure safety and build confidence.
Includes: Interactive circuits, lyra, silks, trapeze, juggling, hula hoops and more all under the supervision of our fully qualified teachers.
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Stratford Studio
Jr Hip Hop
This class teaches the fundamentals of hip hop movement which includes rhythm, musicality, coordination, and age-appropriate hip hop choreography with no suggestive music/movement. This is an excellent class for high-energy kids who want to take a fast and fun dance class.
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Stratford Studio
Inter Acro/Dance Cirque with Aerial
AcroDance is a style of Acrobatics used specifically for dancers. It is a genre of dance which seamlessly fuses elements of lyrical gymnastics tricks, balancing, tumbling, and jazz. Students learn Acrobatic tricks such as handstands, cartwheels, chest stands, elbow stands, walkovers, side and front aerials and tumbling lines. Trick movements are usually executed slowly to emphasize gracefulness, body lines and picturesque extension. Acro Dance offers more depth and variety to your choreography and creates a much more versatile dancer. To master an AcroDance trick, students must develop a good foundation of strength and flexibility, thus emphasis is placed on extensive conditioning and stretch and strength training. When students are learning new tricks, the instructor utilizes professional spotting techniques; which is necessary to ensure safety and build confidence.
Includes: Interactive circuits, lyra, silks, trapeze, juggling, hula hoops and more all under the supervision of our fully qualified teachers.
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Stratford Studio
Intermediate Hip Hop/Jazz
This class for the more advanced students who have been studying jazz for several years. More advanced barre work and center combinations will be given, with emphasis on self-correction techniques. Students who are new to the academy must provide previous experience from ADAPT or other certified jazz syllabus. This class is geared to the development of strength, flexibility, mobility and kinaesthetic awareness, and emphasize the integration of thinking, feeling, sensing, and doing in the performance of movement. This class is 60 minutes long.
Thursday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Intermediate Ballet
 This class is for advanced students that have an understanding of proper body placement, alignment, and turnout. This class also includes pointe work. Students must take this class twice per week continuously. This helps ensure that proper strength is maintained to lessen the risk of injury .During this stage of training students increase their understanding of how their body works in the ballet technique. More detailed emphasis is placed on the expansion of their ballet vocabulary, proper execution of the steps and coordination of the use of arms, rotation of the legs and head collectively. Students must be able to execute steps cleanly and with accuracy. Students must also display the ability to combine steps together with overall coordination and ease.
*Please, contact us if you have any questions about this class. Students will be notified by the Instructor if they are ready to attend this class, or the student can schedule an audition (if they are not a current DSA Dancer).
Thursday
6:30 PM to 7:45 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Summer Dance Intensive
This week is all about focusing our minds and bodies in the studio. We will explore creative movement through contemporary/lyrical styles as well as ballet, jazz and acro technique. We will have guest instructors to expand our creativity through various choreography and we will have sessions that discuss nutrition specifically for how dancers should properly fuel their bodies! This camp is a must for anyone joining the All Stars Performance team for 2024/2025 as we will also be creating a short dance peice for showcasing at the end of the week.
Guest instructors TBA.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Stratford Studio
Barbie Camp
Join us for a fun packed week learning a variety of dance styles with our Barbie friends to Barbie themed music. Barbie inspired games, activities and crafts will leave dancers excited and full of smiles for our In-studio performance on the final day for caregivers. Dance styles will include: ballet, jazz, acro and baton! Let's make some new friends and have fun together.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Stratford Studio
Paw Patrol Camp
No Job too big, no pup too small! Bring your favorite canine character to life! Learn cool hip hop dance moves appropriate for your our littlest dancers. Feel the groove! Camp will include: hip hop, acro, jazz, themed activities, games and a special performance on the last day!
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Stratford Studio
Princess Power Camp
The Princess Power Camp is designed to engage students ages 3-5 in a week-long celebration of strength, confidence and bravery. Students will be introduced to the qualities that make up authentic princesses while they sing, dance and craft their way through the week. At the end of the week we will don our crowns at a royal ball on Friday with our favorite princesses! It will be filled with a tea party, performance, and maybe even a special princess visit!
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Stratford Studio
Superhero Adventure Camp
Get ready to save the city and find a treasure in this week-long camp! Discover your inner superhero as we explore the amazing world of super heroes, through acrobatic tricks and hip hop dance. Join us for daily adventures, superhero skills workshops and fun activities that will keep your child moving!
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Stratford Studio
Under the Big Top Circus Camp
Join us for a week of tumbling, juggling, acro, cirque and more! All in our own mini Big Top. It's sure to be filled with fun and adventure! Join us for a week of learning about ourselves and others through our creative activities! Get your ticket today.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Stratford Studio
Tiny Ballet/Jazz Stars
Does your child love to dance and have fun? Tiny Ballet/Jazz Stars I will provide a strong base of formal dance lessons technique but also cultivate each child’s unique movement style. Your child will also learn social interactive and listening skills through dance storytelling. They will learn to identify different types of music, develop performance skills, and most importantly build a strong sense self-esteem and confidence. Class introduces children to dance through classical and active music. This class is 45 minutes long.
Saturday
9:00 AM to 9:45 AM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Tiny Acro/Cirque Stars
Does your child love to dance and have fun? Tiny Stars Acro/Cirque will provide a strong base of formal dance technique along with plenty of creative opportunities to help cultivate each child’s unique movement style. Your child will also learn social interactive and listening skills through dance story telling. They will learn to identify different types of music, develop performance skills, and most importantly build a strong sense self-esteem and confidence. This class is 45 minutes long.
*Children enrolling for Tiny Stars 1 must be 3 years of age by the first class day of the current dance season. It is recommended that each student complete at least 3 sessions at this level before progressing, as age allows. This program is based on safe and effective progressions with proven results in five divisions of AcroDance: Flexibility, Strength, Balancing, Limbering and Tumbling.  Developed with input from professionals and experts in ballet, modern dance, jazz, contortion, artistic gymnastics, rhythmic gymnastics, sport acrobatics, yoga, acro yoga, pilates, physiotherapy, hand balancing and more, you will not find a more comprehensive program.  Simple thoughtful progressions take the beginner preschool level dancer from log rolls and somersaults to the advanced dancer tumbling effortlessly across the stage!
Saturday
10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio

Club Enrollment 2024/2025

Name
Days
Location
Junior Ballet
In this class level the students study all the basic principles of classical ballet. This marks the first year of formal ballet training. The students work on the proper body placement, proper turnout, developing ballet skills (ballet conditioning), and terminology is emphasized. The class is more equally divided between parterre, barre and center work. Attendance is very important because every class the students learn a new skill. This will allow the students to gain strength in the legs and joints and to understand how their body works with the ballet vocabulary. Control is gained over shapes and body form with rhythmical exercises and traveling across the floor.
Monday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Junior Jazz
The perfect class for students who love to leap and spin! In this class students will work on classic and contemporary Jazz Technique and Choreography; combinations and routines. The students work on correct body alignment, coordination, strength and flexibility. Structured progressions of isolations, rhythmic movements, precision, speed and personality, all provide a fun and challenging learning environment. Jazz dance vocabulary is expanded through across the floor exercises. We follow internationally recognized ADAPT syllabus to ensure the best possible training to assist students in achieving their highest potential.
Monday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Junior Tap
The perfect class for students looking to explore Broadway performance style! Tap Technique and Musical Theatre Choreography; combinations and routines. The students work on correct body alignment, coordination, strength and flexibility. Structured progressions of isolations, rhythmic movements, precision, speed and personality, all provide a fun and challenging learning environment.We follow internationally recognized ADAPT syllabus to ensure the best possible training to assist students in achieving their highest potential.
Monday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Tiny Hip Hop Stars
Does your little one love to move and groove? Then this is the class for you!

Dancers will learn the basics of Hip Hop technique as well as body awareness, kinaesthetic movement, and group dynamics! Filled with learning and games, our Tiny Stars classes are a great chance for young dancers to prepare for school learning environments and, and make new friends!
Tuesday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Stratford Studio
Junior Hip Hop
This class teaches the fundamentals of hip hop movement which includes rhythm, musicality, coordination, and age-appropriate hip hop choreography with no suggestive music/movement. This is an excellent class for high-energy kids who want to take a fast and fun dance class.
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Intermediate Hip Hop
Tuesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Contemporary - Movement Arts and Choreography
Movement Arts and Choreography is a chance for students to develop their artistic voice as well as increase their movement vocabulary. Classes are geared to the development of strength, flexibility, mobility and kinesthetic awareness, and emphasize the integration of thinking, feeling, sensing, and doing in the performance of movement.
Students will have the opportunity to both learn choreographed routines and create their own unique pieces throughout the semester.
Tuesday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Tiny Ballet Stars I
Tiny Ballet Stars is a whimsical introduction to Ballet technique and storytelling! Students learn all the basic Ballet steps, as well as form and dance movements through technical exercises and fun dance games.
Dancers will explore movement through fun songs from their favourite movie musicals and classical instrumentals!
This class is 45 minutes long.
Wednesday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Tiny Jazz/Tap Stars
Tiny Jazz/Tap Stars is a lively introduction to Broadway style Jazz and Tap technique. Students learn all the basic Jazz and Tap steps, as well as form and dance movements through technical exercises and fun dance games.Dancers will explore movement through fun songs from their favourite movies and tv shows!
This class is 45 minutes long.
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Flexibility and Conditioning
This class will focus on building strength and conditioning using the PBT method. DSA is an accredited studio for this international syllabus that focuses on safe, controlled practices specifically for dancers.
*This class is available as an add on for Intermediate Jazz and Ballet students. Please contact the studio for bundle pricing.
Wednesday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Baton
If your student is looking to start their baton twirling training, this is the class for them!

This class is for beginners only, and will set your student up for success with fundamental baton twirling training to get them started on the right foot (or hands!).

Dancers will be fitted with baton measurements during their first class, purchase link for baton can be given upon request. Dance Stars Academy is working to provide baton purchase in-studio, we recommend the no-bounce Super Star or Classic Star from Starline Baton (style availability subject to size requirements. Any questions? We're happy to help!)
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Jr Acro/Cirque
🎪 Roll up! Roll up! Introduce your child to something new and unique. Watch the excitement as your child looks forward to each class as they meet new friends, gain confidence and learn new skills in this super fun class.
🤸Includes: Interactive circuits, lyra, silks, trapeze, juggling, hula hoops and more all under the supervision of our fully qualified teachers.
As defined by ADTA: AcroDance is a style of Acrobatics used specifically for dancers. It is a genre of dance which seamlessly fuses elements of lyrical gymnastics tricks, balancing, tumbling, and jazz. Students learn Acrobatic tricks such as handstands, cartwheels, chest stands, elbow stands, walkovers, side and front aerials and tumbling lines. Trick movements are usually executed slowly to emphasize gracefulness, body lines and picturesque extension. Acro Dance offers more depth and variety to your choreography and creates a much more versatile dancer. To master an AcroDance trick, students must develop a good foundation of strength and flexibility, thus emphasis is placed on extensive conditioning and stretch and strength training. When students are learning new tricks, the instructor utilizes professional spotting techniques; which is necessary to ensure safety and build confidence.
Thursday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Intermediate Acro/Cirque
🎪 Roll up! Roll up! Introduce your child to something new and unique. Watch the excitement as your child looks forward to each class as they meet new friends, gain confidence and learn new skills in this super fun class.
🤸Includes: Interactive circuits, lyra, silks, trapeze, juggling, hula hoops and more all under the supervision of our fully qualified teachers.
As defined by ADTA: AcroDance is a style of Acrobatics used specifically for dancers. It is a genre of dance which seamlessly fuses elements of lyrical gymnastics tricks, balancing, tumbling, and jazz. Students learn Acrobatic tricks such as handstands, cartwheels, chest stands, elbow stands, walkovers, side and front aerials and tumbling lines. Trick movements are usually executed slowly to emphasize gracefulness, body lines and picturesque extension. Acro Dance offers more depth and variety to your choreography and creates a much more versatile dancer. To master an AcroDance trick, students must develop a good foundation of strength and flexibility, thus emphasis is placed on extensive conditioning and stretch and strength training. When students are learning new tricks, the instructor utilizes professional spotting techniques; which is necessary to ensure safety and build confidence.
Thursday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Intermediate Jazz
This class is a continuation of the discipline studied in Jr. Jazz for those students who achieved a good level of proficiency with Jr. Jazz syllabus and are ready for more advanced techniques. Students enrolling for Inter Jazz must achieve a good level of proficiency with Jr. Jazz level, or by invitation. Note, as we follow international syllabus ,meeting age group requirements alone is not sufficient for enrollment into this level. Students unfamiliar with ADAPT syllabus are strongly recommended to first complete Jr. 2/3 Jazz as a prerequisite.
Thursday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Tiny Ballet Stars I
Tiny Ballet Stars is a whimsical introduction to Ballet technique and storytelling! Students learn all the basic Ballet steps, as well as form and dance movements through technical exercises and fun dance games.
Dancers will explore movement through fun songs from their favourite movie musicals and classical instrumentals!
This class is 45 minutes long.
Saturday
9:00 AM to 9:45 AM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Little Monkeys (Acro/Cirque)
🎪 Roll up! Roll up! . Watch your little one gain confidence and learn new skills in this super fun class.
🤸Includes: Basic tumbling, interactive circuits, balance beams, silks, juggling, hula hoops and more all under the supervision of our fully qualified teachers.
Saturday
10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Tiny Ballet/Jazz Stars II
Tiny Ballet/Jazz Stars is a whimsical introduction to Ballet and Jazz technique and storytelling! Students learn all the basic Ballet and Jazz steps, as well as form and dance movements through technical exercises and fun dance games.
Dancers will explore movement through fun songs from their favourite movie musicals and classical instrumentals!
Older children are given more advanced dance lessons technique, as well as choreography and improvisational exercises. Tiny Ballet/Jazz Stars II classes are a fun combination of ballet and jazz technique and choreography. Students learn all the basic ballet and jazz steps. Parents cannot believe the improvement at year’s end in posture, poise, and graceful athleticism.
Saturday
11:00 AM to 11:45 AM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Pointe
Pointe work is available to those in the Intermediate Ballet class only by evaluation only.
Saturday
1:30 PM to 2:00 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Intermediate Ballet
This class is for advanced students that have understanding of proper body placement, alignment, and turnout. This class also includes pointe work. Students must take this class twice a week. This helps ensure that proper strength is maintained to lessen the risk of injury.During this stage of training students increase their understanding of how their body works in the ballet technique. More detailed emphasis is placed on the expansion of their ballet vocabulary, proper execution of the steps and coordination of the use of arms, rotation of the legs and head collectively. Students must be able to execute steps cleanly and with accuracy. Students must also display the ability to combine steps together with overall coordination and ease.
W 6:30 PM-7:30 PM
Sa 12:30 PM-1:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio

Fall Sept-Dec 2024

Name
Days
Location
Junior Ballet
In this class level the students study all the basic principles of classical ballet. This marks the first year of formal ballet training. The students work on the proper body placement, proper turnout, developing ballet skills (ballet conditioning), and terminology is emphasized. The class is more equally divided between parterre, barre and center work. Attendance is very important because every class the students learn a new skill. This will allow the students to gain strength in the legs and joints and to understand how their body works with the ballet vocabulary. Control is gained over shapes and body form with rhythmical exercises and traveling across the floor.
Monday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Junior Jazz
The perfect class for students who love to leap and spin! In this class students will work on classic and contemporary Jazz Technique and Choreography; combinations and routines. The students work on correct body alignment, coordination, strength and flexibility. Structured progressions of isolations, rhythmic movements, precision, speed and personality, all provide a fun and challenging learning environment. Jazz dance vocabulary is expanded through across the floor exercises. We follow internationally recognized ADAPT syllabus to ensure the best possible training to assist students in achieving their highest potential.
Monday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Junior Tap
The perfect class for students looking to explore Broadway performance style! Tap Technique and Musical Theatre Choreography; combinations and routines. The students work on correct body alignment, coordination, strength and flexibility. Structured progressions of isolations, rhythmic movements, precision, speed and personality, all provide a fun and challenging learning environment.We follow internationally recognized ADAPT syllabus to ensure the best possible training to assist students in achieving their highest potential.
Monday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Tiny Hip Hop Stars
Does your little one love to move and groove? Then this is the class for you!

Dancers will learn the basics of Hip Hop technique as well as body awareness, kinaesthetic movement, and group dynamics! Filled with learning and games, our Tiny Stars classes are a great chance for young dancers to prepare for school learning environments and, and make new friends!
Tuesday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Stratford Studio
Junior Hip Hop
This class teaches the fundamentals of hip hop movement which includes rhythm, musicality, coordination, and age-appropriate hip hop choreography with no suggestive music/movement. This is an excellent class for high-energy kids who want to take a fast and fun dance class.
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Intermediate Hip Hop
Tuesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Contemporary - Movement Arts and Choreography
Movement Arts and Choreography is a chance for students to develop their artistic voice as well as increase their movement vocabulary. Classes are geared to the development of strength, flexibility, mobility and kinesthetic awareness, and emphasize the integration of thinking, feeling, sensing, and doing in the performance of movement.
Students will have the opportunity to both learn choreographed routines and create their own unique pieces throughout the semester.
Tuesday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Tiny Ballet Stars I
Tiny Ballet Stars is a whimsical introduction to Ballet technique and storytelling! Students learn all the basic Ballet steps, as well as form and dance movements through technical exercises and fun dance games.
Dancers will explore movement through fun songs from their favourite movie musicals and classical instrumentals!
This class is 45 minutes long.
Wednesday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Tiny Jazz/Tap Stars
Tiny Jazz/Tap Stars is a lively introduction to Broadway style Jazz and Tap technique. Students learn all the basic Jazz and Tap steps, as well as form and dance movements through technical exercises and fun dance games.Dancers will explore movement through fun songs from their favourite movies and tv shows!
This class is 45 minutes long.
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Flexibility and Conditioning
This class will focus on building strength and conditioning using the PBT method. DSA is an accredited studio for this international syllabus that focuses on safe, controlled practices specifically for dancers.
*This class is available as an add on for Intermediate Jazz and Ballet students. Please contact the studio for bundle pricing.
Wednesday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Baton
If your student is looking to start their baton twirling training, this is the class for them!

This class is for beginners only, and will set your student up for success with fundamental baton twirling training to get them started on the right foot (or hands!).

Dancers will be fitted with baton measurements during their first class, purchase link for baton can be given upon request. Dance Stars Academy is working to provide baton purchase in-studio, we recommend the no-bounce Super Star or Classic Star from Starline Baton (style availability subject to size requirements. Any questions? We're happy to help!)
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Jr Acro/Cirque
🎪 Roll up! Roll up! Introduce your child to something new and unique. Watch the excitement as your child looks forward to each class as they meet new friends, gain confidence and learn new skills in this super fun class.
🤸Includes: Interactive circuits, lyra, silks, trapeze, juggling, hula hoops and more all under the supervision of our fully qualified teachers.
As defined by ADTA: AcroDance is a style of Acrobatics used specifically for dancers. It is a genre of dance which seamlessly fuses elements of lyrical gymnastics tricks, balancing, tumbling, and jazz. Students learn Acrobatic tricks such as handstands, cartwheels, chest stands, elbow stands, walkovers, side and front aerials and tumbling lines. Trick movements are usually executed slowly to emphasize gracefulness, body lines and picturesque extension. Acro Dance offers more depth and variety to your choreography and creates a much more versatile dancer. To master an AcroDance trick, students must develop a good foundation of strength and flexibility, thus emphasis is placed on extensive conditioning and stretch and strength training. When students are learning new tricks, the instructor utilizes professional spotting techniques; which is necessary to ensure safety and build confidence.
Thursday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Intermediate Acro/Cirque
🎪 Roll up! Roll up! Introduce your child to something new and unique. Watch the excitement as your child looks forward to each class as they meet new friends, gain confidence and learn new skills in this super fun class.
🤸Includes: Interactive circuits, lyra, silks, trapeze, juggling, hula hoops and more all under the supervision of our fully qualified teachers.
As defined by ADTA: AcroDance is a style of Acrobatics used specifically for dancers. It is a genre of dance which seamlessly fuses elements of lyrical gymnastics tricks, balancing, tumbling, and jazz. Students learn Acrobatic tricks such as handstands, cartwheels, chest stands, elbow stands, walkovers, side and front aerials and tumbling lines. Trick movements are usually executed slowly to emphasize gracefulness, body lines and picturesque extension. Acro Dance offers more depth and variety to your choreography and creates a much more versatile dancer. To master an AcroDance trick, students must develop a good foundation of strength and flexibility, thus emphasis is placed on extensive conditioning and stretch and strength training. When students are learning new tricks, the instructor utilizes professional spotting techniques; which is necessary to ensure safety and build confidence.
Thursday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Intermediate Jazz
This class is a continuation of the discipline studied in Jr. Jazz for those students who achieved a good level of proficiency with Jr. Jazz syllabus and are ready for more advanced techniques. Students enrolling for Inter Jazz must achieve a good level of proficiency with Jr. Jazz level, or by invitation. Note, as we follow international syllabus ,meeting age group requirements alone is not sufficient for enrollment into this level. Students unfamiliar with ADAPT syllabus are strongly recommended to first complete Jr. 2/3 Jazz as a prerequisite.
Thursday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Tiny Ballet Stars I
Tiny Ballet Stars is a whimsical introduction to Ballet technique and storytelling! Students learn all the basic Ballet steps, as well as form and dance movements through technical exercises and fun dance games.
Dancers will explore movement through fun songs from their favourite movie musicals and classical instrumentals!
This class is 45 minutes long.
Saturday
9:00 AM to 9:45 AM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Little Monkeys (Acro/Cirque)
🎪 Roll up! Roll up! . Watch your little one gain confidence and learn new skills in this super fun class.
🤸Includes: Basic tumbling, interactive circuits, balance beams, silks, juggling, hula hoops and more all under the supervision of our fully qualified teachers.
Saturday
10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Tiny Ballet/Jazz Stars II
Tiny Ballet/Jazz Stars is a whimsical introduction to Ballet and Jazz technique and storytelling! Students learn all the basic Ballet and Jazz steps, as well as form and dance movements through technical exercises and fun dance games.
Dancers will explore movement through fun songs from their favourite movie musicals and classical instrumentals!
Older children are given more advanced dance lessons technique, as well as choreography and improvisational exercises. Tiny Ballet/Jazz Stars II classes are a fun combination of ballet and jazz technique and choreography. Students learn all the basic ballet and jazz steps. Parents cannot believe the improvement at year’s end in posture, poise, and graceful athleticism.
Saturday
11:00 AM to 11:45 AM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Pointe
Pointe work is available to those in the Intermediate Ballet class only by evaluation only.
Saturday
1:30 PM to 2:00 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio
Intermediate Ballet
This class is for advanced students that have understanding of proper body placement, alignment, and turnout. This class also includes pointe work. Students must take this class twice a week. This helps ensure that proper strength is maintained to lessen the risk of injury.During this stage of training students increase their understanding of how their body works in the ballet technique. More detailed emphasis is placed on the expansion of their ballet vocabulary, proper execution of the steps and coordination of the use of arms, rotation of the legs and head collectively. Students must be able to execute steps cleanly and with accuracy. Students must also display the ability to combine steps together with overall coordination and ease.
W 6:30 PM-7:30 PM
Sa 12:30 PM-1:30 PM
Studio 1
Stratford Studio