Classical Dance Styles.

Classical dance styles are rooted in tradition, technique, and artistry. These include ballet, jazz, and lyrical—each with its own vocabulary, history, and musical influences. Dancers develop strong technical foundations, musical awareness, and expressive movement quality. Training in classical styles builds strength, flexibility, discipline, and a deeper understanding of the art of dance. We offer full-season and 6-and 9-week sessional classes for all ages and levels – from recreational to competitive.

Ballet.

With roots in the royal courts of Renaissance Europe, ballet has evolved into a global art form that continues to shape many styles of dance today. Known for its precision, grace, and expressive movement, ballet remains a cornerstone of dance training.

Ballet classes offer a structured and supportive environment for dancers to develop strong technique, coordination, and body awareness. Students learn the fundamentals through barre work, centre exercises, and across-the-floor combinations, building strength, flexibility, and control.

Classes also support focus, musicality, and memory, helping dancers grow both physically and mentally.

All students in full-season classes have the opportunity to perform on stage at the end of the year, where they can experience the excitement of showcasing their progress in a professional theatre setting.

Jazz.

Kick, turn and leap with style! Jazz is a highly energetic form of dance, demanding precision and whole-hearted commitment.

With a combination of stretches, barre work, floor exercises and cross-floor combinations, Boogaloo Academy’s jazz course will develop and refine the technical skills of each participating student.

Dancers will increase their flexibility, strength, coordination and focus, while tapping into an electrifying performance style that is unique to jazz dance.

Drawing from diverse styles such as lyrical, contemporary, and street jazz, this course brings a unique emphasis to the student’s energy, personality, attitude and performance quality. As students learn to fully engage their bodies, they will develop the ability to engage their own emotions, and to connect to their audience.

Contemporary.

Contemporary dance blends elements of ballet, jazz, and modern dance to create expressive, fluid movement. In these classes, students explore musicality, emotional connection, and dynamic movement through floor work, improvisation, and choreography. Contemporary encourages dancers to move with intention, develop strong technique, and find their own unique style.

Lyrical.

Lyrical dance is best described as a “fusion” style, incorporating aspects of both ballet and jazz technique. The music, and how it makes the dancers feel, influences how they move. Often times dancers express different emotions to portray the story they are telling. Lyrical classes are made up of the various technical elements of both ballet and jazz, starting with a warm up followed by across the floor exercises. Lyrical combinations are then created from these technical elements which are then applied to a dance.

Acro.

Acro dance is a unique blend of classical dance technique and acrobatic movement that emphasizes strength, flexibility, and control. With roots in early 20th-century vaudeville and stage performance, Acro has evolved into a dynamic style seen in both competitive dance and theatrical productions. Students learn how to safely execute skills like handstands, walkovers, and aerials, while focusing on smooth transitions and expressive movement. Though not directly inspired by Cirque du Soleil, Acro shares the same spirit of physical artistry and seamless choreography that captivates audiences around the world.

Full-season classes.

Our full-season recreational classes run from September to June and are designed for students who want to build skills, confidence, and creativity in a fun and supportive environment. Most classes culminate in an exciting year-end performance, giving dancers the opportunity to shine on stage, celebrate their progress, and experience the joy of performing for family and friends. Participation in the show fosters teamwork, goal-setting, and a strong sense of accomplishment. A photo/video package fee applies to all full-season classes and a costume fee applies to all classes that participate in the year-end show. Technique-only classes do not perform. 

Sessional classes.

Our sessional classes are short-term programs offered for 6- or 9-weeks—perfect for families looking for flexibility or wanting to try something new. These fun classes focus on building skills, confidence, and creative expression in a supportive environment. These classes are the perfect springboard to trying full-season recreational or competitive programs. Sessional programs do not participate in the year-end show, and tuition is a flat rate with no registration or costume fees required. 

Competitive classes.

Our competitive programs are designed for dancers who are ready to take their training to the next level with a greater focus on technique, performance, and commitment. These classes offer more intensive instruction and additional opportunities to perform at local and regional competitions. Like our recreational full-season classes, most competitive classes also participate in our year-end show.

Competitive dancers build strong teamwork, resilience, and stage experience through regular rehearsals and performance goals. Please note that competitive programs include additional fees for competitions, costumes, and travel. A photo/video package fee applies to all full-season classes, and a costume fee applies to all classes that participate in the year-end show. Technique-only classes do not perform.