From Ballet and beyond, QBSC has many classes to enjoy!
Come and move to the music, get fit, get dancing!
Please note that age range is a guide only, and placement is determined at the instructor’s discretion and based on the student’s age and level of experience and physical development.
TERM 1: September 26 to December 5, 2020
TERM 2: January 18 to March 27, 2021
TERM 3: March 29 to June 5, 2021
Due to COVID-19 Restrictions, Recreation Classes on Zoom from April 3-30
No classes week of April 12th
Recreation Brochure 2020-2021
Term 1 Recreation Class Schedule 2020-2021
Term 2 Recreation Class Schedule 2021
Term 3 Recreation Class Schedule 2021
BALLET PROGRAM
Quinte Ballet School of Canada’s Ballet Program is taught with a focus on developing the ballet vocabulary emphasizing posture, alignment and technique, while developing expression, musicality and artistry. All Ballet classes are scheduled twice weekly.
The RAD (Royal Academy of Dance) is offered to levels Primary through Ballet 3 currently, and is optional.
Visit ROYAL ACADEMY OF DANCE for more information on QBSC’s program.
PRIMARY
Ages: 6 – 8 years
Duration: 45 minutes
BALLET LEVEL 1
Ages: 7 – 9 years
Duration: 60 minutes
BALLET LEVEL 2
Ages: 8 – 10 years
Duration: 60 minutes
BALLET LEVEL 3
Ages: 10 – 13 years
Duration: 75 minutes
BALLET LEVEL 4
Ages: 13 years +
Duration: Tuesdays – 75 minutes / Wednesdays – 75 minutes
BALLET LEVEL 5/6
Ages: 14 years +
Duration: 90 minutes
POINTE
Pointe classes focus on developing an understanding of the art of pointe work.
Students wishing to take Pointe classes must be enrolled in 2 senior level ballet classes per week (Ballet 4 or Ballet 5/6) at the teacher’s discretion.
Pointe 1: Beginner Level (Ballet 4)
Pointe 2: Intermediate Level (Ballet 5/6)
Duration: Both levels are 30 minutes
LYRICAL
A passionate and imaginative dance style merging ballet and jazz. Characterized by fluidity and grace.
Students registering for lyrical must also be enrolled in a minimum of 1 ballet class per week.
Age Range: Ballet levels 2 to 5/6
JUNIOR / INTERMEDIATE LYRICAL Duration: 45 minutes (Ballet 2 – 4)
SENIOR LYRICAL Duration: 60 minutes (Ballet 5/6)
JAZZ
Students will be instructed in the jazz dance technique, focusing on rhythm, expression, movement and coordination. Jazz classes pair well with ballet.
JAZZ 1: Ages 6 – 9 years (Entry level)
Duration: 60 minutes
JAZZ 2: Ages 10 – 13 years
Duration: 60 minutes
JAZZ 3: Ages 14 years + (must have experience)
Duration: 60 minutes
HIP HOP
A popular and energetic class where students develop coordination and learn complex urban choreography. No previous experience is required.
MINI HIP HOP: Ages 6 – 9 years
Duration: 45 minutes
HIP HOP: Ages 10 years +
Duration: 60 minutes
TAP
Tap class develops your coordination, rhythm and musicality. “Step-ball-change” in a fun and expressive art form that has evolved into a popular, contemporary dance genre.
TAP 1: Ages 7 – 11 years (A Beginner class)
Duration: 45 minutes
TAP 2/3: Ages 12 years+
Duration: 45 minutes
JUNIOR DANCE
A pre-primary ballet level to explore dance through creative movement, music and rhythms.
JUNIOR DANCE 1: Ages 4 – 5 years
Duration: 45 minutes
JUNIOR DANCE 2: Ages 5 – 6 years
Duration: 45 minutes
DRESS CODE
QBSC has a dress code for all Junior Dance and Ballet class levels. Leotards, footwear and boy’s clothing can be purchased locally and through online stores.
For non-ballet classes and adult classes, loose and comfortable clothing is recommended, and non-skid, non-marking indoor athletic shoes, ballet slippers or socks are required.
A complete list of the dress code and retail stores can be found here …