Learn different dancing styles in our fun and energetic classes

LITTLE KiX – PRE-SCHOOL TAP AND DANCE MOVEMENT

KiX Dance Studio welcomes pre-schoolers to learn ballet, jazz and tap in a fun and educational atmosphere. In our 1 hour class, we teach the basics of different dance styles to small children through fun activities, we finish the class off with some acrobaitic mat work and have parents join in at the end to help with the final activity..

This 1 hour class introduces these very young boys and girls aged 3-5 the basics of ballet, jazz and tap styles to familiar music such as nursery rhymes, Disney classics and other popular pre-school artists. Children will learn and strengthen for dance through fun and creative activities which will include, but not limited to, free dance, song, role playing, props and story telling. In this class children will love trying to balance, have fun learning how to run like a dancer on their tippy toes, and use lots of energy lifting their knees up high while skipping around the room. Children may be asked to play catch with bean bags or pick up “diamonds”  (shhh…they’re actually just feathers) from the ground to help develop their hand-eye coordination. A fun obstacle course is set up for warming up and at the end of class the children will cool down with gentle stretching.

In the tap part of the class  your child will be learning super fun basic tap skills in an imaginative way while sometimes playing with instruments to help promote rhythm and timing. They will learn steps including toe-heel, heel-toe, stamps and shuffles as well as making as much noise finding their voice while singing in our fun, safe and educational dance environment.

This class is suitable for both boys and girls who are having so much fun that they don’t even realise that they are learning the fundamentals of ballet, jazz and tap technique along the way.

Our experienced dance teachers and assistants know how to give your child personalised attention so that they can progress at their own pace.

Concerts are optional for this age group.

KiX is a Registered Member of IMAGINE “A Place To Be Me” – Australian Teachers Of Dancing Pre-school Program.

PRIMARY – COMPOSITE BALLET  JAZZ  TAP

These classes are offered to primary school aged children. Level depending on age and ability. Classes vary from 90 minutes to just under 3 hours depending on level. Ballet, jazz and tap are offered as a composite class.

KiX has several levels for primary school aged children.

Throughout these levels the main focus being on building strength, gradually improving flexibility, technique and confidence in each of ballet, jazz and tap styles. Core strength being a very important part of developing technique, at KiX we ensure that this is a fundamental part of each class and we introduce exercises that are heaps of fun for a child while doing this.

The ballet component of the class follows an examination level. Correct alignment of the body and posture being taught from day one. We believe in correcting technique in a positive manner. Your child will progress through the levels as they (physically and mentally) are ready. At ATOD Silver classical examination level students are encouraged to take a minimum of two classical classes per week to build the strength required for progression through higher levels.

Each jazz class comprises of a warm up followed by strength and an appropriate flexibility exercises. Students will then work on the learning of skills. Their dance skill vocabulary will be built up throughout the year, ensuring that all children are working at their own pace. A cool down and stretch will finish their class.

The fundamentals of tap technique are taught, ensuring a child understands the mechanics of each tap movement.

Both the jazz and tap classes are exam based as well, this ensures skills are taught progressively using an approved / registered syllabus.

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KiX uses the Australian Teachers of Dancing syllabus of training for examinations, which is comprehensive in all genre (Ballet, National Character, Contemporary, Jazz Moves, Hip Hop, Tap, Street Tap and Musical Theatre), and is updated regularly to keep up with changing trends in dance. Teachers attend an annual workshop to touch base with the leading members of the association and refresh with any updates or new syllabus requirements. Natalie is an Associate Member of Australian Teachers of Dancing.

Natalie is certified to teach Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT). PBT is an innovative program designed to train dancers in muscle memory to improve technique, flexibility and longevity in dance, while gaining a greater awareness of their muscles and how to use them properly to achieve their goals in ballet.

Natalie has also attended workshops with Lisa Howell, whom is highly respected as a dance physiotherapist. Lisa runs workshops around the world to help teachers keep up to date with the latest information on how to build strength and flexibility safely in all dancers of all ages and abilities.

Students will work towards examinations and learn routines for the mid year performance in the first half of the year. Whilst examinations are not compulsory they are encouraged as they build self confidence and develop technique in a progressive manner. Students have a goal that they are working towards.

In the second half of the year students will learn routines for the end of year concert. Song is also included in these classes.

CLASSICAL CLASSES – HIGHER LEVELS (OPALS and SAPPHIRES)

These classes are for high school and above aged students who wish to work towards completing classical examinations. Students are working on Silver and above ATOD examination levels. As part of their classical syllabus, classes might include neo-classical, character and national dance. Once students reach Silver examination level they should attend a minimum of two classes per week if they would like to continue with their classical examinations. Students may continue to take classical classes once per week, but not participate in examinations, in doing this they will still have all the benefits that classical dance has to offer including being a part of routines and hence performances. Progressing Ballet Technique is included in these classes. Pointe preparation forms a part of conditioning classes and pointe is included in classes as needed.

JAZZ CLASSES – HIGHER LEVELS (OPALS and SAPPHIRES)

These classes are for high school and above aged students who wish to work towards completing jazz examinations. It is preferred that jazz students will also participate in a classical class as this will enhance their jazz style and forms the foundation of lyrical dance. Students are working on Silver and above ATOD examination levels. As part of their jazz syllabus, classes will possibly include lyrical and musical theatre styles as well.

TAP CLASSES – HIGHER LEVELS (OPALS and SAPPHIRES)

These classes are for high school and above aged students who wish to work towards completing tap examinations. Students are working on Silver and above ATOD examination levels. As part of their tap syllabus, classes will include tap in it’s various styles, including street tap.

CONDITIONING

Each of these classes has a duration of 45 minutes. These are open to all students, PREP and above. It is encouraged  that students from 7 years plus take this extra strength building class. Core and muscle strength is required to achieve all dance skills with a good technical quality. The class will start with a cardio / strength warm up which will be varied from week to week. Students will participate in conditioning exercises to improve overall muscle and core strength, flexibility and classical technique. These classes will also include focus on the fundamentals of jumps and turns through drilled repetitive training. In dance we are building muscle memory to improve technique. Students will finish with some foot and ankle specific strengthening exercises. There are 4 levels offered in 2025 and exercises will vary with age and ability. KiX provides mats, fits balls, balance boards, sliders and many other fitness apparatus to the students during the running of these classes.

CONTEMPORARY / LYRICAL DANCE IMPROVISATION and CONDITIONING

At KiX Dance Studio we welcome you to our contemporary / lyrical and improvisation dance classes which promote self expression and physical fitness. It is encouraged that students are also taking classical ballet classes, as this will enhance their contemporary and lyrical styles.

KiX will offer 4 levels of these classes in 2025. The first part of each class being compulsory conditioning before the dance component begins.

HIP HOP

This funky fun class will start with a warm up and stretch and then move into a routine. Students will work on hip hop technique and skills, learning how to pop and isolate to master the aesthetics of the hip hop style. There are 3 levels offered in 2025 on Thursday nights.

ACROBATICS

Acrobatic skills are now incorporated into many dance routines. Some acrobatic fundaments and skills will be included and  taught in conditioning and composite classes. KiX uses The Acrobatic Dance Association Syllabus.

ADULT CLASSES 

These classes are currently not offered in TERM 1 2025

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MUSICAL THEATRE

At KiX Dance Studio, we offer a musical theatre classes to primary and high school aged students. In this class students will work on vocal exercises to improve their pitch and projection. Students will take on rolls to perform mini drama skits. Learning how to present a monologue on their own. During class drama through games are another tool used help improve confidence in each child which then shines through in their performance on stage as time progresses. Basic dance using correct technique will be taught to enhance a song number. These three (vocal, drama and dance) skills are all required for a well rounded musical theatre performer. In 2025 ATOD Musical Theatre exam syllabus will be used during the first part of the year. ATOD now offers 7 levels in their Musical Theatre syllabus. A program developed by industry professionals to enhance the Musical Theatre program of any Performing Arts program. Students will participate/perform in the KiX mid year exhibition and end of year concert. I would love to see your child find their voice and performance personality.