Dance Programs

Discover the creativity, discipline, and joy that dance programs can bring to your life. Each season, we offer a range of recital and non-recital classes across various dance styles, carefully designed to develop fundamental skills. These programs are tailored to different age groups and abilities, ensuring every dancer has the chance to explore new styles and refine their technique. Whether you're looking to perform on stage or simply enjoy the art of dance, our programs offer something for everyone

Non-Recital Programs

Participants ages 2 years to Adult, can take a non-recital class without the commitment of a recital performance. In-class performances may be offered. This gives dancers the opportunity to try a class for a shorter period of time.

Dance Disciplines offered:

Acro
Dancers will develop strength, coordination and flexibility. Emphasis is placed on movements that may include cartwheels, headstand, back arch and recovery while incorporating basic jazz steps.
Ballet
Dancers will explore the grace and beauty of ballet. Dancers will learn basic ballet technique with agile movement and coordination.
Belly Dancing (55+)
Dancers will learn the ancient art of belly dance. The course will be a fusion of traditional belly dance moves with a modern twist and will work on technique and coordination.
Country Line Dancing (55+)
Dancers will focus on the most popular Country 'Pattern' dances and will introduce many of the basic moves necessary for Line Dancing.
Hip Hop
Dancers will learn the basics of hip hop and street style moves through fun choreography.
Jazz
Dancers will learn a dance style that enhances your coordination and flexibility through fun and trendy dance steps using popular and contemporary music.
Latin Dancing (55+)
Dancers will learn the basics of Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Cumbia and Samba in this introductory course. A professional instructor will teach the fundamental footwork, turns and movements. Partners are not required.
Square Dancing (55+)
Dancers will be introduced to the basics of square dancing moves, taught at a relaxed pace.
Hula Dancing (55+)
Dancers will learn choreography that will focus on proper hand, hip, placement, and footwork of the beautiful Hawaiian hula. Tahitian dance will also be introduced.
Introduction to Dance (2-10 yrs)
Dancers in this beginner program will explore the world of dance. The classes will emphasize fundamental movement skills through a variety of dance styles which may include: Acro, Ballet, Bollywood, Hip Hop, and Jazz.

Recital Programs

All recital programs include instruction, technical development as well as choreography, costumes and full recital production. Throughout the program, dancers work on the technical aspects of their chosen discipline(s), as well as choreography, to perform at the annual recital in May.

Dance Disciplines offered:

Acro
Combines classical jazz techniques with precision acrobatic elements. It is defined by its athletic character, which focuses on gymnastic acrobatic movements and flexibility.
Ballet
A highly technical form of dance, typically using classical music to allow dancers to move gracefully and gently Dancers will learn ballet vocabulary, technique and agile ballet movements.
Bhangra
A traditional folk dance having its origins in the Indian Region of Punjab. Typically completed during the harvest season, Bhangra is a lively and energetic dance style that involves high-energy movement, footwork and traditional folk moves of Punjab. Dancers will learn its kicks, leaps and bends of the body that are often danced to regional Punjabi music.
Bollywood
This fusion of bhangra, hip hop, acrobatics and jazz produces a vibrant and energetic dance. Dancers will learn movements that utilize their whole body to tell the tale of the music.
Hip Hop
This dance style is categorized by bounces and rocking movements, while incorporating styles such as: popping, locking, funk, boogaloo and breakdancing.
Jazz
This is a rhythmic dance style that incorporates technical aspects such as jumps and turns, and is characterized by syncopation, improvisation and fluidity.
Musical Theatre
This style of dance incorporates a mix of jazz, ballet and tap with performance and emotion to create a captivating masterpiece of musical interpretation.
Tap
This style of dance uses specialized shoes that, as they strike the floor, create sound and percussion. Dancers will learn to use creative movements to enhance songs and create rhythms.

How to Register

Register online using an existing or new City of Brampton Recreation registration account.
View a step-by-step guide on how to set-up a new account or register for a program.
Should you have questions, please email our team at recreation@brampton.ca for support. Alternatively, residents are encouraged to call 311 (or 905 874-2000 if residing outside of Brampton) for registration support.

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