Our Dance Classes In Toowoomba
Preschool Classes
Petite Performers is our preschool dance program. Our programs are exclusively created for dancers who are five months up to six years old and are fun, energetic and social. These classes are developed using award winning programs to encourage confident little performers. Our goal is to help our littlest dancers find the love and joy of dance in an exciting and fun way. All of our Petite classes are play based and encourage imagination.
Circus and Aerial Classes
No need to run away with the circus! Come and hang out with us at Pinnacle Performing Arts! Classes for ages 3 to adults. This program is great for boys and girls and you don’t have to be a dancer to enjoy it! This class includes apparatus including silks, lyra and trapeze but also a ground act (Juggling and hula hooping).This program is great for cognitive development, strength and flexibility and mostly confidence! Limited places are available in these classes.
Acro Dance
Pinnacle Performing Arts is a certified Acrobatic Arts studio. Our Acro Dance program provides dancers with the opportunity to participate in examinations as well as performances and competitions. Acro Dance combines classical techniques with acrobatic elements. This class will develop your child’s confidence and coordination as well as strength and flexibility.
Cheerleading and Tumble Classes
Allstar cheerleading is the best of all worlds! It includes dance, gymnastics, acrobatics and more in ONE class! This class has classes for ages 3 and up! With multiple program options available for all levels and abilities. Competition cheer teams are available.
Hip Hop
Pinnacle Performing Arts is proud to provide one of the best Hip hop programs in Toowoomba. This is a style that anyone can learn, no prior training necessary. If you/your child loves to dance this is the style for you. We incorporate many styles of street dance into our classes including grooves, old school and new styles of hip hop as well as forms of breakdancing, tutting and waving.
Jazz
Our Jazz syllabus is used to provide dancers with a thorough all round jazz education. Included in this class is a thorough warm up which develops dancers fitness, flexibility, strength and technique. Jazz dance is characterised by pirouettes, jumps and leaps and dance routines to upbeat songs. Dancers are invited to participate in examinations and to perform at our dance showcase and end of year concert. We use the ATOD syllabus in our Jazz Classes.
Lyrical / Contemporary
Dancers in these classes will learn dance movements and routines in both the styles of Contemporary and Lyrical dance. A contemporary or lyrical routine uses organic, expressive and traditional ballet movements and it
complements the lyric and rhythmic value of the music.
Emphasis is placed on control, sustained, expressive
movement, dynamics, alignment, body placement,
contraction and release, use of breath, uniformity, communication and may incorporate purposeful elements and technical skills.
Ballet
Students taking Ballet class will learn exam work as part of every class however exams are non-compulsory. Students in our ballet classes will learn correct technique and terminology as well as develop agility, flexibility, coordination, grace and strength. Ballet also promotes good posture and body awareness. We use the ATOD Syllabus in our ballet classes.
Inclusive Dance Program
The program was created for beginners who are dancing for the first time or those wanting an easier paced class. Our goal is to help ignite a passion for dance and give young people the opportunity to express themselves and feel welcome in a fun class environment. This is a 45 minute class that teaches Jazz, Lyrical and Hip Hop styles of movement and choreography
Musical Theatre
Musical Theatre and Drama classes teach your dancer a combination of dance, singing and acting. This is a fun class which assists dancers to become all round performers. Classes start for ages 6 and up.
Adults Dance Classes
Burlesque/ Commercial classes are offered for dancers aged 18+. These classes are an encouraging and fun environment where dancers are encouraged to express themselves through dance. All levels and abilities are welcome in these classes. These classes are facilitated by our sister business Femme and can be booked casually.