Students are placed in classes according to age and ability. They can choose from Pre-dance, Tap, Ballet, Pointe, Jazz and Hip Hop. All classes are taught B.A.T.D (British Association Teachers of Dance) syllabus. For interested students, T.K. Danceworx offers amateur/professional examinations through the B.A.T.D. and offers a competitive team participating in competitions throughout Canada and the USA.

Tap: 4 years to adult: Students will learn to make various sounds and to expand on rhythm, timing and counting beats to different types of music. This class requires patience and attention.

Jazz: 4 years to adult: Classes begin with a warm up to increase strength, flexibility and development of technique. This class will involve isolations, modern, hip-hop, lyrical (at advanced level) and contemporary styles.

Hip Hop / Jazz: 8 years to adult: Class begins with stretching, hip hop moves and jazz steps will be taught. Classes are for fun and there is no exam preparation.

Acro: 5 years to teen: The class develops flexibility, strength and cardiovascular conditioning. Students will work towards Acrobatics tricks. ( bridges , walkovers….etc.. )

TK Danceworx’s competitive program provides the student with extensive training and discipline to represent the studio at 3-4 competitions across Eastern Ontario.  Students are placed in the competition program either by invitation or after an initial assessment is made during auditions held in September.  The competition program requires additional time and dedication.  Student should expect additional classes for rehearsal and be able to commit to the program for all competition and select community events.

“Being a part of the team does take time and effort but it also leads to extremely rewarding experiences. It is a great way to build self-confidence, make new friendships while making memories, which will last a lifetime.”

T.K. Danceworx offers amateur and professional examinations through the British Association Teachers of Dancing.  Examinations provide the student with professional accreditation and a positive experience.  Students are marked and evaluated by a professional examiner and are encouraged to work to their highest potential. Dancers get a great feeling of accomplishment when completing levels. Students entered receive written results and all successful candidates receive a medal and certificate. Dancers with top marks can be selected to attend and compete at the B.A.T.D. North American scholarships held in Toronto, Ontario. T.K. Danceworx has had many students invited to attend the scholarships and every year has students placing in the top 10. This included runner up, winner titles and the opportunity to attend scholarship finals overseas.