WHAT WE OFFER ...
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We at Dance FX thrive on our recreational program. Recreational classes at Dance FX help dancers through the process of learning, perfecting and finally performing in our end of the year recital. Our program helps to develop dancers with self-confidence and an incredible sense of accomplishment while having fun in the process.
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Our faculty provides an enthusiastic environment with an emphasis on being positive role models. We offer a variety of classes and levels to ensure that every dancer is challenged and encouraged with FX F-un and X-citement!
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We offer programs for ages 2 to Adult ranging in styles and disciplines. We focus on a family-oriented environment with many personal touches.
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Our recreational program provides dancers a great opportunity to improve dance skills, make new friends and share in the love of dance.
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We believe in the importance of educating students to become well-rounded dancers and individuals. The combination of bringing together participants from different dance backgrounds along with the recognizable quality of our instructors, is sure to create a positive experience for all.
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Along with our recreational programs, Dance FX also has selective competitive dancers who make up our Award-Winning Team FX Dance Crew. We have a long history of award-winning seasons which are contributed to a combination of talented dancers, superb teaching staff and excellent coaches and choreographers. Of course, our TEAM FX Parents also play a large role in the success of our team thanks to their support and encouragement.
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Many of our dancers have gone on to win numerous TITLES in both Canada & USA, SCHOLARSHIPS, TOP SCORING & SPECIAL AWARDS including trips to Portugal, L.A., Hollywood, Las Vegas, Boston, Chicago, Rhode Island, and parading the streets of Disneyland! Many DFX alumni pursue post secondary careers and education in dance including attendance at The Juliard School in New York City!
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Our FX CREW staff and dancers have also worked with many famous and well-renowned artists and choreographers. Some of those include Shaggy (Reggae Pop Star), Shane Sparks, Sho-Tyme, Tre Armstrong, Luther Brown, Paul Otterbein and many more!
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Dance FX is always recruiting and looking to add to our already talented dance team. Please feel free to discuss with us further future opportunities in joining our Award-Winning Team FX Dance Crew!
Twinkle Toes Program
This beginner class introduces our rising stars to the world of dance! The class combines Jazz, Ballet and Tap and the child will have an opportunity to explore and express themselves through creative movement and dance. Dance is Imagination...watch your tiny dancer come to life!!
Hip Hop
Known for our award winning hiphop, come explore your groove and style with Niagara's best! Our high-energy Hip Hop dance lessons use the latest sounds in Rap, R&B, Pop & Old School Hip Hop, to make the classes diverse, energetic and fun! It is a funky, free-style form of movement that not only improves physical fitness, but rhythm and self confidence as well.
Jazz
Combines stretching, aerobic exercise, strength, and upbeat movement to create fun, exciting routines. This lively class works to improve technique, stamina, and flexibility. Every style of jazz is incorporated from contemporary to funk. Our students will definitely learn to ‘Feel da FX Rhythm’!
Tap
Is a fun, dynamic dance discipline where students learn rhythm, style and musicality through percussive footwork. Students will learn technique, terminology, history and various styles of tap. The skills learned in tap class are used in all genres of dance including counting music, synchronization, and syncopation. Tap dance is making music with your feet!
Ballet
One of the fundamental dance styles, combining the beauty of music with dance. The benefits of learning ballet include development of good posture and self discipline while learning technique and musicality. Ballet training provides dancers with opportunities to develop grace, fitness and self – confidence. This class is sure to keep you on your toes!
Acro
A combination of dance and gymnastics. Dancers will learn how to properly develop acrobatic and gymnastics skills with emphasis on strength and flexibility. From tumble passes to balances and holds our acro classes are designed for dancers to expand their repertoire of tricks. For all you tumblers out there, it’s time to ‘Rock and Roll’!!
Lyrical / Contemporary
The beauty of ballet and the strength of jazz. This class develops control and balance through emotion, story-telling, and expression. Dancers have the opportunity to explore all styles of both lyrical and contemporary and celebrate their differences. Dance Fx often receives compliments on bringing 'true lyrical' to the stage and emphasizes the respect of both genres.
Musical Theatre
This is a combination of acting, singing and dancing. Students are often introduced to music from Broadway and Movie Musicals. This a growing popular, enjoyable class where students get to show their personalities and develop their confidence and performing skills. Join us in the summer for our popular Musical Theatre Summer Camps!