Preparatory program

The preparatory course is a springboard to the professional program, which includes the Junior, Intermediate, Advanced and Superior levels. The preparatory program is a full introduction to the vocabulary of classical dance, its requirements and expression, this program introduces students to the exciting world of dance training.

The preparatory course includes different components, presented in a playful manner in each class.

The Nutcracker:
Students in preparatory have the privilege of priority auditions for the roles of Mice (Prep. 2-3) or Children of the Party (Prep. 4) for Les Grands Ballets canadiens’ production of The Nutcracker.

Here is a sample course selection for Preparatory IV (age 9):

• Crescendo: Physical strengthening and improvement of cardiovascular capacity required for the overall physical development of the primary student. (10 minutes of aerobics, 15 minutes of strength conditioning.)

• Action games: Cardiovascular and strength conditioning sequences in the form of various games, aimed at developing the overall physical abilities of the primary student. (Jumping rope, hoops, circuit training.)

• Ballet: Technical ballet class.

• Invent a dance: Use of various components (body language, space, energy, processes, structures) to develop a personal or group creation.

• Music in motion: Interpretation of music with body language, integrating musical values and nuances.

• Dances of the world: Initiation to multiple dance styles, from folkloric to urban.