Located in Angus, Ontario
Classes
ACRO
Strength • Balance • Flexibility
Acro combines the artistry of dance with the athleticism of acrobatics, helping dancers develop strength, balance, flexibility, coordination, and body awareness. Through safe, progressive instruction, dancers build a strong technical foundation while learning skills such as somersaults, handstands, cartwheels, bridges, walkovers, and more. Classes are designed to challenge each dancer at their own pace in a positive, supportive environment that encourages growth and celebrates every achievement.
Dress Code
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Bare feet
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Bodysuit or fitted dancewear
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Hair securely tied back
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No jewelry
Grace • Technique • Confidence
Ballet provides the foundation for many styles of dance, helping dancers develop posture, balance, coordination, flexibility, and musicality. Through age-appropriate instruction in a positive and encouraging environment, students build strong technical skills while gaining confidence, discipline, and a lifelong appreciation for the art of dance.
Dress Code
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Pink ballet slippers
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Pink ballet tights
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Bodysuit or fitted dancewear
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Hair secured in a bun whenever possible
Rhythm • Creativity • Self-Expression
Hip Hop is a high-energy dance style that encourages confidence, musicality, and individuality. Dancers learn age-appropriate choreography while developing rhythm, coordination, freestyle skills, and performance quality in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Dress Code
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Clean indoor running shoes
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Comfortable athletic clothing or dancewear
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Hair tied back
Energy • Expression • Performance
Jazz is an exciting and expressive style that combines technique with creativity. Dancers develop flexibility, strength, coordination, jumps, turns, and performance skills while enjoying upbeat music and engaging choreography. Classes encourage confidence, individuality, and having fun in a supportive environment.
Dress Code
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Jazz shoes
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Beige tights
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Bodysuit, dance shorts, leggings, or fitted dancewear
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Hair securely tied back
BALLET
HIP-HOP
JAZZ
General Dress Code
At Ariel's Dance Academy, dancers should arrive dressed and ready for class in appropriate, fitted dancewear that allows instructors to see proper body alignment and movement. Hair should be securely tied back before class, and only small stud earrings should be worn. Water bottles are encouraged to help dancers stay hydrated throughout class.
Appropriate dance shoes are an important part of every class and help provide the support, safety, and technique required for each style.
Age Groups
Tyke
(Ages 2-4)
Mini
(Ages 5-6)
Junior
(Ages 7-9)
Intermediate
(Ages 10-12)
Senior
(Ages 13+)
Our Tyke classes introduce young dancers to the joy of movement through music, imagination, and creative play. Children begin developing coordination, balance, listening skills, and independence while building confidence in a fun, nurturing, and encouraging environment.
Mini dancers begin learning the foundations of dance while developing coordination, rhythm, flexibility, and classroom confidence. Through engaging activities and age-appropriate instruction, dancers build friendships, creativity, and a love of learning in a positive and supportive atmosphere.
Junior classes focus on strengthening dance technique while encouraging teamwork, discipline, and self-expression. Dancers continue developing confidence and musicality as they refine their skills and discover their own unique strengths.
Intermediate dancers build upon their technical foundation while developing strength, flexibility, artistry, and performance quality. Classes encourage responsibility, perseverance, and confidence as dancers work toward achieving personal goals in a supportive environment.
Senior classes provide dancers with opportunities to further develop technique, artistry, and leadership while continuing to challenge themselves both technically and creatively. Dancers are encouraged to build confidence, support one another, and express their individuality while fostering a lifelong passion for dance.