Term Dates 2021
Term 1 commences 30th January 2021
Term 2 commences 24th April 2021
Term 3 commences 17th July 2021
Term 4 commences 9th October 2021
What age can my child start classes?
We accept students from the age of 2 years into our Ready Set Dance program. From 5 years of age students can study jazz, tap and ballet. Contemporary/lyrical, hip-hop and Tap Jam classes are available for older students. We also offer casual Adult classes.
What kinds of classes do you offer?
We offer classes in:
Ready Set Dance (preschool program)
Jazz & Tap
Classical Ballet
Hip Hop
Lyrical/Contemporary
Tap Jam
Solo Singing
Adult casual classes – vary throughout the year
Which is the right class for my child?
Please feel free to contact us to help determine which is the most appropriate class level and dance style for them, generally students enter a class with other students who are the same age and/or ability. Please note that age alone is not the only factor to consider when placing students into classes.
Classes available for dancers 2-7 years:
2-5 years Ready Set Dance
5-7 years Jazz & Tap (combined class)
Classical Ballet
Classes available for dancers 7-9 years:
Jazz & Tap (combined class)
Classical Ballet
Hip-Hop – from age 8
Solo Singing - from age 7
Classes available for dancers 9-13 years:
Jazz & Tap (combined class)
Classical Ballet
Hip-Hop
Lyrical/Contemporary – from age 10
Solo Singing – from age 9
Classes available for dancers 13+ years:
Jazz & Tap (combined class)
Classical Ballet
Hip-Hop
Lyrical/Contemporary – from age 13
Solo Singing – from age 13 to adult
Is there a Uniform?
If it is a student’s first class they are not expected to wear uniform and can wear something that they can move in easily. If prospective students do not have a leotard and skirt or bike shorts, they can wear leggings, a t-shirt and bare feet.
We highly encourage all our students to wear correct uniform and footwear for all classes. Uniforms are an extremely important component of being a dancer as they:
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Encourage discipline and respect
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Encourage teachers to easily identify and correct alignment
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Promote unity within a class
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Encourage positivity and teamwork
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Help to build confidence
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Most importantly, we believe uniforms give our students a sense of belonging within our Encore community.
WHAT TO WEAR TO CLASS:
READY SET DANCE – 2-5 YEARS
Ready Set Dance official dress
Ready Set Dance official T-Shirt with Black Shorts
Ballet Shoes or Jazz Shoes (Tap Shoes in Level 2)
JAZZ/TAP/BALLET – 5+ YEARS
Encore Leotard or Encore Singlet
Encore Shorts or Encore Tights
Jazz Shoes / Tap Shoes / Ballet Shoes
Encore T-Shirt
Own supplied black leggings
NO JEANS, DRESSES, SCHOOL UNIFORMS OR SKIRTS PLEASE
LYRICAL – 10+ YEARS
Encore Leotard or Encore Singlet
Encore Shorts or Encore Tights
Jazz Shoes
Encore T-Shirt
Own supplied black leggings
NO JEANS, DRESSES, SCHOOL UNIFORMS OR SKIRTS PLEASE
HIP-HOP – 8+ YEARS
Encore T-Shirt
Own supplied black leggings
Clean indoor pair of sport shoes – please make sure soles of shoes are clean before class
NO JEANS, DRESSES, SCHOOL UNIFORMS OR SKIRTS PLEASE
All these items including shoes can be purchased from our online store at https://www.encoredance.com.au/shop-1 or at our front desk.
Am I allowed to view my child’s class?
We have screens in both studio waiting areas which allow parents to view the classes.
Can I enrol during a term?
Students are welcome to enrol part way through a term, however we do cut off enrolments in term 3 due to concert preparations.
Do you offer assessments?
Students are able to participate in either Australian Dance Vision (ADV) Tap Assessments and/or Australian Teachers of Dancing (ATOD) Ballet and Jazz Assessments. Assessments are not compulsory.
Is there an annual concert?
We run a Mini and Senior concert for all students in Ready Set Dance classes and above.