Youth

About

Youth Ensemble is an extension program that operates alongside regular studio training. It is intended for intermediate to advanced dancers in three age divisions: Primary ages 10-12, Junior ages 12-15 and Senior ages 15-18. The target occurrence belongs to the Junior division of the Term 3 2026 Sunday program. The training concept combines contemporary technique with conditioning. Dancers are exposed to a variety of contemporary techniques and develop strength, flexibility and control through conditioning informed by yoga, Pilates, Alexander Technique and applied movement and behaviour principles. The creative process uses task work and improvisation to develop individual movement phrases and movement qualities. Dancers work with teachers and choreographers to create and develop pieces, rehearse them, and present them at an informal studio showing at the completion of the program. The program focuses on each dancer's identity, self-reflection, creativity and maturity.