First START

Fairy tales, Math in Motion, Creative Colours and Everything Big & Small are just examples of the Imaginative and Creative
Dance Themes explored in each preschool dance class!

Educational Component

Preschool children in First stART benefit from our modern creative ballet dance based learning program where they develop
critical thinking and communication skills, which have a positive impact on reading, writing and language!

Other Benefits of FirstART Program for Preschoolers

Perform Art Studios dance school instructors are trained and experienced in preschool education and all forms of dance, English
as a second language (E.S.L.) with an educational consultant specializing in Preschool aged children available to consult
with parents.

The Facility

Perform Art Studios – Dance & Performing Arts School, is located at Lonsdale Quay Market in North Vancouver. Our bright,
new dance studios offer a child friendly environment is well equipped with sprung dance floors, mirrors and welcoming.

Choose First stART preschool dance as your child’s early dance education program

– A perfect arts complement to an existing Preschool program. Our Saturday dance classes are ideal for those who are unable
to attend our weekday program.

“This is your child’s First stART in preschool Dance, Ballet and Integrated Arts!”

Our Max. 10 students per class allows for individual attention benefiting the young child.

Ballet School

Ballet, the basis of all dance forms, combines the beauty of music with dance. The benefits of learning ballet include development of good posture, self discipline while learning technique and musicality. Ballet training provides young ballet dancers with opportunities to develop grace, fitness and self confidence while enjoying learning to dance professionally or for recreation.

Perform Art Studios Ballet School offers Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) ballet syllabus and exams. The Royal Academy of Dance has an international reputation for ballet training excellence. The purpose of this training and the exams is to develop discipline, confidence in performance, and a personal sense of achievement. Our Ballet exam preparation classes, taught by certified Royal Academy of Dance ballet teachers, specifically prepare students for successful completion of an exam administered by an RAD examiner.

Perform Art Studios offers Royal Academy of Dance & Non Syllabus Ballet classes in North Vancouver for all ages and levels who wish to learn to dance from our First ART preschool dance program to our Pre-Professional/ Half Dance Division.

Jazz Dance

Perform art studio’s Jazz dance classes are pure energy!

Jazz Dance Class in ActionJazz dance is a forever-changing creative dance style representing the past & the future of “Pop” culture. Jazz dance can be seen everywhere from dance music videos on MTV to hit Broadway shows emphasizes on individual style, expression & improvisation! -As performed by many of todays dancers.

Jazz dance emphasizes individual style, expression and improvisation as noted in the many dancers today. The various styles of Jazz dance have grown from the emphasis on individual style and improvisation. Jazz dance emphasizes individual expression. Another benefit of learning Jazz is its direct connection to music & the performing arts. Jazz dance incorporating Modern Dance expresses the music whether, Pop, Blues, Jazz or Hip Hop.

Perform Art Studios Jass class students learn essential dance skills including body coordination, flexibility along with musicality, self expression & improvisational skills. Our classes are taught by dedicated, experienced and highly qualified dance teachers able to provide energy, expertise, enthusiasm & of course FUN!

Hip Hop / Urban Dance Styles

Our high-energy Hip Hop dance lessons use the latest sounds in Rap, RnB, Dance Music, Pop & Old School Hip Hop, to make the classes diverse, Energetic and fun!

Hip Hop’s elements of poppin’, locking, breaking as well as freestyle movement give learning students the opportunity to develop their own style!

Each Class consist of warm-up, stretching, choreography & freestylin’. Dance combinations are created each week allowing students to add on new moves, & build onto past weeks lessons to produce finished dances – Ready for performances!

Make Hip-Hop & Urban dance styles part your life!

Musical Theatre

Musical Theatre students learn repertoire from Broadway Musicals, perfect for those who love to sing, dance and act!

The class focus is dancing styles for the stage, acting a character and singing in a supportive, non-competitive atmosphere. Additional focus of this class is the development of performance skills in all 3 Triple Threat disciplines (dancing, singing and acting) in this fun, high energy class.

Musical Theatre classes are available in many levels from our Stage Stars program for young beginners thru to advanced Musical Theatre classes & performing Musical Theatre Company program.

Lyrical Jazz Dance

Lyrical Jazz dance combines Ballet, Jazz and Contemporary dance techniques teaching the dancer to communicate emotion through musical lyrics of the piece they’re learning.

Lyrical Jazz encourages the dancer to explore the fascinating world of musicality and the close relationship music shares with dance, expression through choreography & performance.

Lyrical Jazz classes are available for students 7 yrs and older with a minimum of one year dance training.

Contemporary Dance

Contemporary dance breaks away from the rigidity of Classical Ballet and teaches you how to express yourself using a freer style, exploring the use of off-centre movements, bending the spine and contractions.

Contemporary dance at Perform Art Studios is very creative and inspires students to express themselves while introducing students to Limon, Horton and Graham technique as well the unique professional styles of our instructors.

A variety of music is used in class including New Age, Lounge, Electronic and Ethnic sounds such as African drumming. Contemporary dance is a perfect complement to Ballet and Jazz dance classes.

Boys Unlimited

Boys Only Hip Hop & Breakdancing.
Boys Hip Hop Crew
Ages 7-11yrs

Have fun & become part of an all boys Hip Hop dance Class!
-Taught by male Hip Hop teachers!

This new & exciting dance concept for boys only combines Hip Hop, Breakdancing & Urban Styles in one dance class!

Each month the boys choose a song, learn singing technique & Hip Hop/Jazz choreography resulting in a complete dance routine!

The basis of this FUN dance class is to give boys the opportunity to…

Learn Co-Ordination, Hip Hop, Breakdancing & Jazz Dance styles
Become confident in dance & performing
Offer dancers performance opportunities
Meet other boys with a passion for performing & dancing
Boys Unlimited – boys only dance program is a cool way to make new friends who share a passion for dance!

Tap Dance

Tap dancing is an energetic dance style where students learn rhythm, style, technique and musicality through percussive footwork. Tap was initially popularized in Hollywood by such great dancers as Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers and Shirley Temple and more recently, by the hugely popular performers Tap Dogs, Stomp and Riverdance!

Tap Dance Classes: What You’ll Learn

At a beginner level, you will learn how to warm-up followed by tap technique and sequences taught in a step-by-step progression. This begins with simple steps to increase flexibility, improve rhythm, and build coordination. Progressing each class to more advanced techniques, and on to high-energy dance combinations.

As students progress, the may choose to take IDTA Dance Exams. The IDTA is an internationally recognized Dance examining organization. Offering dancers the opportunity to progress through a Tap syllabus starting from Primary (age 5+ ) all the way to a professional teaching qualification! The IDTA offers formal exams however, exams are optional & held each summer.

Ballet, Jazz & Musical Theatre are recommended partners for Tap as they benefit tap dancers by strengthening their arms, upper body & Musicality.

Tap Dancing Classes & Levels at Perform Art Studios

Tiny Tappers Ages 3-5yrs.
Boys Only Tap Ages 5-12yrs.
IDTA Tap Syllabus & Exams Ages 5-18yrs.
Teen & Adult Tap Dance Classes 12yrs.-Adult

Kids Dance Birthday Parties in North Vancouver

Perform Art Studios have exciting dance birthday parties for children, teens & More!

Come celebrate your birthday with us and your 10 friends! – Choose from 5 FUN packed party themes.

Dance birthday party themes can be customized too! “Frozen” is the most popular this month!
Our birthday parties includes use of our separate birthday party room for food & a dance studio.

1) CHOOSE A PRINCE AND PRINCESS PARTY: FROZEN, BELLE OF THE BALL, CINDERELLA INSPIRED…This party is a dream come true, where children can come dressed as a Prince or Princess of their choice. During the party sessions there will be creative ballet, ballet and a craft, as well as Prince/Princess dance games! The party will end with a fairy tale ball which parents will be invited to attend.
Duration: 1.5 hours. Cost: $279.00 +Tax 10 Children Max

2) MUSICAL THEATRE… STARS OF THE STAGE
Bring your singing voices and dancing feet to this fabulous performance based party of fun! Participants will enjoy an hour of learning to sing a musical theatre song as well as jazzy dance moves to complete the piece. They’ll finish the dance party with dance games to top it all off!
Duration: 1.5 hours. Cost: $279.00 +Tax 10 Children Max

3) BUST A MOVE HIP HOP… A FAVOURITE FOR BOYS AND GIRLS
Get ready to work it with this funky, urban dance inspired birthday party! All party members will take part in an hour long hip hop class where the instructor will teach cool moves, breakdancing grooves and a rockin’ dance combination to a hot new piece of music. After that, everyone will enjoy fun, hip dance games to celebrate the big day!
Duration: 1.5 hours. Cost: $279.00 +Tax 10 Children Max

4) INDIVIDUALIZE YOUR PARTY – Your Choice of Theme & Your Choice of Dance Styles
We have created parties around themes such as Wizard of Oz, Pirates, Hallowe’en, Nutcracker, to mention a few. Should you wish to have an individualized theme, please let us know and we will work with you to create the perfect party for your child.
We also have parties for teenagers wishing to have a dance format with their favourite music
Duration: 1.5 hours. Cost: $279.00 +Tax 10 Children Max

5) MIX AND MATCH DANCE… BE CREATIVE 🙂
Choose two of your favourite dance styles Hip Hop, Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical. Contemporary or Musical Theatre. There will be two dance sessions as well as dance games to keep the party hopping. Parents will be invited to attend a mini presentation at the end of the party
Duration: 1.5 hours. Cost: $279.00 +Tax 10 Children Max

NEED TO INVITE MORE THAN 10 PARTY GUESTS?
-Just add an additional $13 per child
*Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this option is not currently available.

Bookings are now open for our kids dance birthday parties! Let’s make this years dance birthday party one to remember!

Call: 604-988-4420
Email:info@performartstudios.com
Perform Art Studios – Dance & Performing Arts School.
Lonsdale Quay Market. 123 Carrie Cates CT, 224, Lower Lonsdale, North Vancouver

Half-Day Dance Training Program

All Professional Half Day Program students have the opportunity to train and perform as a member of one of our touring youth companies, Dancers In Company, Dancers In Company II or our Musical Theatre Repertoire Company. Our performance companies are based on a professional Dance company atmosphere, focusing on full stage productions and touring opportunities. The companies expose talented dancers to the “real world” of training, performing and touring as part of a professional Dance company as well as working with guest choreographers and teachers. In the past, the companies have toured to England, Paris, New York and local British Columbia.How Does It Work?

The Professional Half Day Program at Perform Art Studios allows students to attend their regular high school until lunch time and then travel to Perform Art Studios to start their Dance training at 1:45pm! Training will finish each day at 5:00pm. This is an exciting option for high school students who normally take 10-15 hours of Dance each week as they can complete their Dance earlier in the day and have time for homework, dinner at home and other activities! We also allow students the option of part time Half Day, where they can integrate 1-4 Half Days into their schedules!

Perform Art Studios was the first studio in North Vancouver to offer this option for our dancers 6 years ago and we are thrilled that the North Shore high schools have now implemented these alternative programs!What Academic School Allow For Half Day Students?

>Carson Graham -Peak Performance Program (North Vancouver)
>Argyle -Peak Performance Program (North Vancouver)
>Handsworth -Peak Performance Program (North Vancouver)
>Balmoral Jr. -Peak Performance Program (North Vancouver)
>Seycove -Peak Performance Program (North Vancouver)
>Windsor -Peak Performance Program (North Vancouver)
>Sentinel – Super Achievers (West Vancouver)
>Rockridge- Super Achievers (West Vancouver)

*Many of these programs have deadlines for applications, so I would encourage interested students to apply early

Dancers In Company – Youth Dance Company

Auditioned Youth Ballet Theatre Company “Dancers In Company” is based on a professional dance company, focusing on full stage productions & tours. The Company gives talented dancers the opportunity to train perform & be part of a Professional dance company as well as work with guest choreographers and teachers.Youth Dance Theatre Company Class consists of Classical Ballet, Pointe, Jazz dance & Contemporary technique classes as well as Choreography & Repertoire. The Company rehearses for 2 hours once a week and admittance is by audition only.

Dance Tours & Performances opportunities

Dancers In Company members enjoy a busy performance schedule. We perform in many productions locally as well as internationally.

2010

Dancers In Company toured England & London UK

2008

Dancers In Company toured England & Paris We have some details on the community page.

2007

Dancers In Company toured NYC

2006

Dancers In Company toured London & Truro England

Audition!

Become Part of North Vancouver’s Dancers In Company!

If you wish to be part of this season exciting youth dance company please contact our administrator for the next scheduled audition

Call: 604-723-4594
Email: info@performartstudios.com

Dance Teacher Training Program

The professional dance teacher training program of Perform Art Studios, both specializing in Small Class Sizes, Individual Attention and Quality Training!Our dance teacher training program strives to provide outstanding training to aspiring dance teachers. Through careful individual guidance, professional experience and skill development, students who attent our Dance Teacher Training Program are able to achieve their full potential to achieve a satisfying professional career in dance teaching.

Perfect for dancers right out of high school, dance professionals wishing to teach, as well as the mature student returning to dance.

Teaching Program

Perform Art Studios brings you this unique training program to bridge the gap between your studio training and a professional career in dance teaching.

The Dance Teacher Training Program at Perform Art Studios offers a variety of 32 hour educational modules perfect for teachers in training, who are completely new to the industry, as well well seasoned teachers looking for professional development. All modules include hands on, in studio mentoring, small group education classes and individual mentoring.

Module Options

Lesson Planning and Learning Activities
Duration: 32 hours

Class Management and Child Developmental Levels
Duration: 32 hours
Fee: $550.00

The Business Of Dance Teaching
Duration: 32 hours
Fee: $550.00

Musicality- Music For Teachers, Teaching Musicality & Performance
Duration: 32 hours
Fee: $550.00

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need R.A.D or IDTA training to apply for this program?
No, students with equivalent training may apply.
What if I have previous qualifications or professional experience?
Accredited prior learning and experience will be assessed and may exempt you from a portion of study.
How flexible is the training?
We realize some students may need to work while studying. Our training can be adjusted to suit the needs of the individual student.
Why are teaching qualifications necessary?
In such an expanding field with jobs available internationally, qualifications are essential as well as an expectation of today’s dance teachers! Qualifications assure parents, students and schools that you have undergone the necessary training to competently teach students.
How do I register & join the program?
Enrolling students should contact Perform Art Studios. If we successfully accepted you into the Dance Teacher Training Program our registrar will confirm with you via telephone or email that your application has been successfully accepted & you are automatically registered into the program.

For more information please contact us:

Registrar Perform Art Studios
105, 260 West Esplanade, North Vancouver, B.C, Canada

Phone: (604) 988 4420
Email: info@performartstudios.com

Voice & Singing

Voice, Singing Lessons & Voice Coaching for Musical Theatre. We recommend supplementary voice lessons to all students attending our Musical Theatre classes and Musical Theatre Company.

Why? Because understanding vocal technique is vital to becoming a triple threat performer! Our Musical Director, Ian Widgery is simply one of the best music mentors out there, purely because of his 25+ years working in vocal recording sessions with many A list multi platinum recording artists.

He has the knowledge and know-how to improve your voice and singing technique in weeks. After working with Ian, students can’t believe how their tuning, timing and breathing techniques have improved so fast!

Perform Art Studios are the only dance school in North Vancouver to have a resident Musical Director overseeing all musical programs and direction.

Alicia Penny

BBA
Tap & Jazz

Alicia’s extensive training includes Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Musical Theatre, Stage, and Latin. She has studied AIDT modern and tap exams, as well as RAD ballet exams. Alicia began teaching at the age of 14 and since then has taught many different disciplines throughout the lower mainland. Alicia’s performance experience includes Disneyland, California Adventure Park, Norwegian Cruise Lines, and the 2010 Olympic Opening Ceremonies. She has recently graduated from SFU with a degree in Business Administration. Alicia brings with her a diverse dance background and a great passion for dance.