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Class Descriptions 2008/2009

Here is a list of our exciting classes offered at AFPA. In every class your child will develop their artistic abilities, team building, leadership, friendships and confidence.

BALLET ~ Beauty, Grace, Balance
Ballet is the most traditional and beautiful of all dances. It provides a solid foundation for all other styles of dance. In a fun and encouraging atmosphere, ballet students learn technique, grace, and poise while they gain strength, energy, and athleticism.

JAZZ ~ Style, Strength, Attitude
Jazz is limited only by your imagination. Express yourself with the infinite varieties of jazz such as: Broadway, Character, Blues, Latin, Rock & Roll, Swing and Funk.

TAP ~ Rhythm, Speed, Agility
Tap is energy! Learn to feel the power of music by mastering timing and rhythm. We teach traditional and contemporary tap following legends like Fred Estaire, Ginger Rogers, Gregory Hines and Savion Glover.

HIGHLAND ~ Tradition, Power, Precision
Hear the bagpipes, feel the drums! Live the Scottish legend! Highland dancing continues a glorious tradition of athletic and artistic skill for both girls and boys. Clad in kilts, exciting dances such as the Highland Fling, Sword Dance and Sailor's Hornpipe are incredibly popular around the world.

HIP HOP ~ Soul, Funk, Cool
Usher, Janet, Rihanna, Nelly--Hip Hop culture is here to stay! Learn the latest moves from the pop stars of MTV and the hottest combinations from the dance clubs of New York and L.A.

LYRICAL ~ Emotion, Expression, Interpretation
Spread your artistic wings. Blending Jazz and Ballet, you will explore your own choreography. Discover new ways to express yourself through music, poetry and composition.

ACTING ~ Comedy, Tragedy, Improvisation
"All the world is a stage…" From the audition to opening night, we’ll prepare you for the exciting world of the theatre. Shakespeare to Spielberg, character development to costumes-it’s all here. Now is your chance to take the spotlight!

HOLLYWOOD TECHNIQUE ~ Lights, Camera, Action
Find the movie star inside you! Whether small screen or silver screen, we’ll explore acting for film, television and commercials. All students create a video portfolio of their on-camera performances.

VOCAL ~ Melody, Harmony, Song
Sing your heart out! Our group singing classes teach proper technique and individual style. From pop to folk, broadway to rock and roll, you could be the next Canadian idol!

STAGE COMBAT ~ Conflict (safety), Struggle (safety), Violence (safety)
We encourage fighting in the classroom! Learn how to beat up the bad guys like the hottest action heroes. We emphasize safety and respect while we teach you to perform the illusion of violence. **Audition required.

EXAM CLASSES ~ Confidence, Knowledge, Expertise
These special classes in dance and drama lead to year-end examinations that prepare students for careers in performance and teaching. Excellence in these exams have won our students many Provincial and National honours.

PERFORMANCE TEAM ~ Action, Leadership, Excitement
Combining every style of performance from hip hop to multicultural dance to musical theatre, the team members perform, compete, create their own work, tour internationally, build long lasting friendships and have tons of fun! Performance Team alumni are community leaders, teachers and professional artists around the world. **Audition required.

BALLROOM ~Passion, Style, Elegance
Learn the basics of ballroom! Strut your stuff as you learn the cha cha, salsa, fox trot or waltz, then go "Dancing with the Stars!" Classes offered for teens and adults, this is an excellent class to get ready for a wedding or any special event in your life!

KICKBOXING ~Power, Fitness, Cardio
Work up a sweat and Kick your life into high gear! Condition your body, build confidence and meet new people! Whether you need to shed pounds, tone muscle or release stress, kickboxing is for you!

 

 


Download our new, 2008/2009 Academy of Film & Performing Arts brochure here.

Download our new, 2008/2009 Calender here.

Call Our Studio Now to Register! (905) 332-7070

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