Innovate Dance Arts

As District 69’s original dance studio, we have created performing artists for over 50 years.

We are a community of students, teachers, mentors, and artists who believe dance is a powerful vessel for learning.

We believe the growth within the dance studio transforms us & will stay with our dancers for a lifetime!

Our class offerings

Welcome to Innovate Dance Arts, where our passion for dance meets a commitment to excellence in dance education. We offer diverse dance programs tailored to enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels. Whether looking to train…

At a pre-professional level with a focus on technique, artistry & a competitive edge
As a beginner embarking on a dance journey
Or to dance simply to explore the love of dance with a focus on fun & fitness.

Our expert team is dedicated to nurturing the dancer’s growth & development. We have created a community dedicated to making your dreams come true.

Our mission at Innovate Dance is to inspire creativity, foster a lifelong appreciation of dance, and provide an exceptional learning experience. We believe in supporting each dancer’s journey, empowering dancers to reach their goals, and sharing the joy and fulfillment of dance.

Come join our Innovate community & let’s dance towards a brighter, more artistic tomorrow.

General

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Intensive

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General

Our general programming is an ideal place for anyone who just wants to explore dance and perform for fun!

Preschool

Kinder ballet and creative movement classes introduce ballet and stage technique, developing a joy of movement and motor skill.
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Kinder Ballet - 3/4 yrs
Wednesday 1:00pm
Kinder Ballet - 3/4 yrs
Thurs 1:00pm
Kinder Kombo - 3/4 year olds
Saturdays 10:00 - 10:45
Kinder Kombo - 4/5 year olds
Saturdays 11:00 - 11:45
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Parent & Tot - 1.5 to 3 yrs
8-week sessions
Intro to Preschool dance - 3 - 5 yrs 8 week sessions

FALL - Oct 24th start
WINTER - Jan 17th start
SPRING - April 25th start
Ballet

Creates grace, balance and coordination. The basis of all other forms of dance. We offer both Cecchetti er and RAD ballet techniques.
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Pre Primary Ballet (5-6 yr olds)
Friday 3:30-4:15pm
Primary Ballet (6-7 yr olds)
Friday 4:15-5:00pm
Primary Combo (ballet, tap, jazz & song & dance
Saturday 12:00-1:00pm
Ballet 1 (7-9 yrs)
Friday 5:00 - 6:00pm
Ballet 2/3 (10-14 yrs)
Friday 6:00 - 7:00pm
Jazz

Isolated & syncopated movement set to current upbeat & popular music styles.
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Pre PrimaryJazz(5-6 yrs)
Fridays 4:15-5:00pm
Primary Jazz (6-7yrs)
Tuesdays 5:30 - 6:15pm
Jazz 1 (7-9 yrs)
Tuesdays 6:15-7:15pm or Thursdays 5:30 - 6:30
Jazz 2 (10- 12 yrs)
Wednesdays 8:00-9:00pm
Teen Jazz (12+ yrs)
Thursdays 6:30-7:30
Modern/Contemporary

Free release & floor techniques. A fusion of movement styles derived from Limon, Graham & Cunningham's pioneering techniques.
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Contemp 1 (7-9vrs)
Friday 6:15-7:15pm
Contemp 2 (10-12 yrs)
Fridays 5:00 - 6:00pm
Teen Contemp(12+)
Monday 8:00 - 9:00pm
Tap

Tap is a percussive style of dance. Special shoes are worn by tap dancers to create various rhythms.
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Primary Tap (5-6 yrs)
Tuesday 3:15-4:00pm
Tap Level 1 (7-9 yrs)
Wednesday 6:15 - 7:15pm
Tap Level 2 (10-12 yrs)
Wednesday 7:15 - 8:15pm
Teen Tap (12 +yrs)
Wednesday 8:15 - 9:15pm
Broadway Dance

Broadway-styled dance techniques, including acting and character work, as derived from musicals.
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Broadway A (6-9 yrs) Monday 4:15 - 5:00
Broadway Production B (10+ yrs) Monday 5:00 - 6:15
Hip Hop

Hip Hop / Street Dance is a fun way to move to current music.
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Hip Hop A (6-8 yrs)
Thursday 4:30-5:15pm
*Beginner
Hip Hop B (7-9 yrs)
Wednesday 6:00-6:15pm
*Little experience
Hip Hop C (10-12 yrs) Thursday 6:00 - 7:00pm
*Little experience
Teen Hip Hop (12+ yrs)
Tuesday 7:45-8:45pm
*No experience necessary
Acro

Acrobatic fundamentals to complement dance training following the Acrobatic Arts syllabus. 8-week class offerings at the beginner level & continual annual classes for the more experienced. Our Acro program is non-performance based and only used as a training component to complement other dance styles.
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Acro A (6-8 yrs) *Beginner
*8 week sessions - Start dates will be Oct 21st, Jan 13th & April 28th.
Acro B (9-11 yrs)
*Full year course - Friday 3:30 - 4:15pm
Acro 2 (10+ yrs) *Must have experience
Wednesday 4:30 - 5:30pm
Adv Acro (12+ yrs) *Must have completed Acro 2
Tuesday 4:30 - 5:30pm

Intensive

Our intensive dance program is tailored for the dancer who wants to take their dance more seriously. This should be the main extracurricular activity due to the time commitment required to train a true dance artist. Dancers must be invited to participate in this program. Ballet technique will always dictate placement in one of the following levels:

Mini – Age 7-8 (minimum 3-4 hours per week)
Petite – Age 8-10 (minimum 4-5 hours per week)
Pre-Junior – Age 9-12 (minimum 4-6 hours per week)
Junior – Age 11-13 (minimum 7-9 hours per week)
Pre-Intermediate – Age 12-15 (minimum 7-9 hours per week)
Intermediate – Age 12-15 (minimum 10 hours per week)
Pre Senior - Age 13+ (minimum 7-9 hours per week)
Senior – Age 13+ (minimum 11 hours per week)
Pursuit (1/2 day) – Age 14+ (minimum 12 hours per week)

*Please note that age ranges are only a guideline, and dancers are placed at the discretion of the faculty & directors.

All dancers in our intensive programming MUST take certain required classes based on the level they are asked to train at. All dancers must prepare for ballet exams (and tap for those who tap), but they will only be entered at the faculty or directors’ discretion.

Ballet

Ballet is the basis from which all other dance forms are derived. We offer RAD and Cecchetti-based teaching methods. Exam preparation is mandatory on the intensive program.
We offer both RAD and Cecchetti ballet methods. Exams are mandatory in the intensive program, and the method may alternate from year to year; however, both studies will be implemented through our class schedule.
Modern/Contemporary

Modern classes will comprise modern dance techniques based on Limon, Grahan, and Cunningham methods, with a strong emphasis on free release and floor work techniques.
Contemporary classes will cover a fusion of technical disciplines drawing from ballet, modern & jazz. Major movement components will include the use of space & travel. In these classes, there is an opportunity to work on specific choreographic work with attention to artistic development.
Jazz

Jazz is an upbeat, stylish, and versatile dance form. Our classes include intensive stretching & strengthening warm-ups, across-the-floor movements, leaps, turns and centre combination work to fun, upbeat and recognizable music.
Tap

Tap is a percussive style of dance focusing on rhythm. Offering exam work in the ISTD syllabus.
Broadway (Musical style)

Class focus is on Broadway musical elements & are 100% dance and character act based.
Musical Theatre classes (Gotta Sing, Gotta Act, Gotta Dance!) focus on the 3 important elements of Broadway stage work; Voice, Acting and Dance as they can enhance characterization.
Hip Hop
Fun, energetic & innovative movement styles set to today’s street music.
For our intensive dancers:
- Hip Hop Junior Performance (10 - 12 yrs)
  Thursday's 6:30 - 7:30 pm
- Hip Hop Advanced (13+ yrs) Thursday's 7:30 - 9:00 pm
Acro

Gymnastics training has many elements that can benefit every athlete. The combination of strength, flexibility, power and endurance exercises work to develop basic skills - from how to fall correctly to mastering complex acrobatics!
This program works on basic tumbling skills including shoulder rolls, cartwheels (with many variations!) and more. Balances such as handstands can be easily achieved through progressions and corrections.
Conditioning/Stretching

Work on strengthening stamina & increasing flexibility to make a more well-rounded dancer. Stretch & Strength & Progressive Ballet Technique (PBT) utilizing exercise balls will be introduced.

Shop

Innovate Dance offers a curated line of dancewear and spirit clothing designed to meet the needs of dancers of all levels and styles. Our collection includes a range of leotards, tights, leggings, shorts, shoes, and accessories meticulously selected to combine comfort, style, and durability.

Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned dancer, our clothing line aims to enhance your performance & inspire confidence in the classroom.