CLASS INFO

Within the training program, performance stream students will get to learn a multitude of styles. This will vary each week as to what the focus is and we are so excited for this new way of training our dancers! It gives them variety and allows each style to be fully explored within the performance stream. The only styles that will stay the same will be TUESDAY as students will need to bring their ballet and tap shoes (and bring their ballet outfit). 

In general, they should pack their jazz and hip hop shoes everyday, then ballet and tap shoes on Tuesdays.

CDT JAZZ

Jazz is one of the most popular styles of dance. With a more pop based playlist, jazz class is a commercial based style that incorporates stretch, coordination progressions, technique progressions and combinations. CDT Performance Stream students learn two routines, one for comps and performances, one for the end of year concert.

CDT HIP HOP

Hip Hop is a broad range of styles, CDT students experience the wide range of styles with a commercial hip hop based foundation

CDT Performance Stream students learn two routines, one for comps and performances, one for the end of year concert.

CDT MUSICAL THEATRE

Musical Theatre class is more dance based with elements of singing and acting.

Students will learn some classics, musical theatre history and modern musicals.

This is a great space for students to work on their confidence and develop a love for the art.

CDT Performance Stream students learn two routines, one for comps and performances, one for the end of year concert.

LYRICAL AND CONTEMPORARY

Lyrical and contemporary allows them to develop and strong foundation, learn to explore their own creative sense and uniqueness and express themselves through dance.

CDT Performance Stream students learn two routines, one for comps and performances, one for the end of year concert.

CONDITIONING - physio based training

This class is compulsory for all age groups. 

Dancers work on strength, flexibility, endurance, stamina, healthy mind and body. 

What to bring:

Journal and pen.

Skipping rope, thin yoga mat and yoga block recommended

TUMBLING

This class combines acrobatics and tumbling skills. Students learn the correct and safe way to execute their favourite skills ranging from cartwheels and handstands to walkovers, aerial skills and flips. CDT cater for a range of skill levels so students will be assessed and placed into their best suited level to help improve their skills.

Tumbling students will take part in an end of year showcase in Term 4.

TECHNIQUE

Dancers refine their kicks, jumps and turns working in level based classes to help them achieve. 

CDT TAP

The CDT Tap classes learn from the Glenn Wood Tap Syllabus.

Glenn Wood Tap is a fun tap dance syllabus that is founded on solid technique, whilst being fluid, relaxed and enjoyable. The GWT syllabus develops a love and appreciation of tap dance through technique based exercises, performance routines, barre skills and turning activities.

Each year the tap students will progress through the levels of the syllabus. Exams are in Term 2. 

What are the benefits of Glenn Wood Tap Exams?

The GWT exam process is enjoyable and rewarding for both students and teachers.

The year's course work prepares students for the exam process.

Goal setting is an important element in the learning and development process. Exams help enable students to see the rewards of their hard work and provide them an acknowledgment of their achievements.

What makes the Glenn Wood Tap Exams?

All GWT examiners are professionals in tap dance – with extensive experience as performers and entertainers, studio teachers and owners.

They interact with students during the exam, ensuring each student has the opportunity to show their full potential.

Each exam is fun and exhilarating for the students. GWT exams provide students with the encouragement and enthusiasm to continue learning.

What are the costs of exams?

Mock exams cost $40

Depending on their grade, tap exams can cost between $55-$100.

CDT BALLET

Students at CDT learn the RAD ballet syllabus.

This is an internationally recognized ballet training syllabus that develops a strong technique foundation as students progress in their ballet skills.

The syllabus is divided into grades, which students learn and improve in not just in the exercise but the understanding of the technique required to execute it and the french meaning behind what they are doing

(so they get to learn another language too - bonus!)

The RAD ballet grade is made up of a series of exercises as well as a routine and Grade 1 and above learn a ‘Character Routine’ - this is a theatrical presentation of national or folk dance.

Pointe Work

Students will be assessed for pointe work when the teacher feels this is ready (and once their feet have stopped growing). Students must have the strength and technique established to be able to sustain the pointe work required.

This includes a pre-pointe assessment at the studio where students must be able to complete a series of exercises to show they are ready. From there, CDT will contact the families and then they must book in a pointe assessment at a physiotherapy facility. (We recommend Bounce Back at Narellan that specialises in Dance Physiotherapy).

Once they have given the all clear, students can then book in to get their first pair of pointe shoes. This is such a special and momentous occasion!

Exams:

If chosen by the teachers to take part in exams, it is an extremely beneficial exercise as these students execute their grade work in front of a certified examiner where they are assessed on their work, given feedback and get to progress to the next grade.

In order to take part in exams, students must take part in the Friday ballet workshops which occurs 3 times in Term One, Term Two and Term Three.

Exams are held at the RAD headquarters in the city.

The cost of exams does depend on the grade your dancer is in.

If chosen for exams, you can choose to pay in instalments.

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