Programming Options
Our programs are thoughtfully designed by our ZGD faculty and include classes for students of all ages and levels. All of our dance programs run from September to June and include a year-end performance.
At ZGD our main focus is to provide a studio where we thrive from our competitive program while also offering pre-school and recreational programs - offering something for everyone. We strive to provide a strong dance education across all programs and ages.
Primary Programs
(Ages 5-7)
For PreCompetitive Dancers—the stepping stone to a festival/competitive dance experience.
Dancers in this program will begin working on building confidence, building friendships, staying active and having fun!
The ultimate goal of this program is to provide a positive dance experience and to begin to foster a love for dance.
Our Primary Foundations are classes focused on the core dance disciplines that all work to achieve growth in each specific style of dance. An accredited syllabus will be taught by qualified teachers. We follow the RAD ballet syllabus as well as the Acrobatic Arts syllabus for this age level.
***Opportunity to perform in Winter Wonderland and YearEnd Recital
Primary: Ballet, Jazz & Acro Combo
(Ages 5-7)
1.25 hour class includes learning the preprimary/primary RAD ballet syllabus
Beginner Acrobatic Arts levels of acro
Basic jazz fundamentals and concepts
Monday & Saturday options
***Opportunity to perform 2 dances in Winter Wonderland and Year End Recital
HipHop
5-7 year olds, 30 minute class
This HipHop class will keep the kids active but will teach skills to further their dancer skill development, balance and agility.
***opportunity to perform in Winter Wonderland and year-end recital
Tap
4-6 year olds
This Tap class is a fantastic way to keep your child active and moving to the beat while working with rhythm and music. This class will strengthen muscles, and allow the dancer to develop great balance and coordination.
***Opportunity to perform in Winter Wonderland and year-end Recital
Enrichment Programs
Part-Time/Recreational - Ages 7 years and older
Our enrichment programs are for students who want to learn to dance and stay active. These classes are suited for students who love to have fun, exercise and socialize, but don’t want to commit to more than a couple of training hours each week. Students do not need previous dance experience to enroll in this program and can begin taking classes at any age. The enrichment program will teach students movement fundamentals and basic technique through fun, age-appropriate activities.
Level 1: Enrichment Program
Dancers 7-10yrs
Ballet (60mins) & Jazz and Acro (60mins) = 2.0 Hours
Two dances are taught during class time for 2 festivals and the ZGD year end show
Dancers may take one style separate from the other
Tap can be added into program if dancer is taking ballet
Level 2: Enrichment Program
Dancers 11-15yrs
Ballet Technique—1.0hrs—(must be at approximately grade 4 RAD level)
Jazz/Lyrical Technique and Choreography —1.5hrs— technique class & 2 routines will be taught during this time
Contemporary Choreography — 0.5hrs* add on for dancers 12 & up — must be in ballet technique class
Hip Hop 8-12yrs — 30 minute technique class — this class will teach one routine to be performed at the year-end recital.
Tap - must also be enrolled in Ballet technique to take a competitive class
Acro - must also be enrolled in Ballet & Jazz
Program includes:
Classes September to June
$100.00 non refundable costume deposit Due October (per routine)
$50.00 non refundable competition fee deposit due October (per routine for each event)
2-3 competitions/festivals
Dress rehearsal (February) & Studio Recital (June)
**Withdrawal is not appreciated after October 15th as the choreography has already been started and costumes have been ordered. Competition and costume fees have been paid for in full, NO refunds are given on either. All competition and costume fees are non-refundable.