OUR CLASSES
TINY TALENTS
3-4yrs
This is a combined class of Ballet & Jazz for 3-4yr olds, or a combined class of Tap, Ballet & Jazz for 4-5yr olds.
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Have fun learning the basics of Dance whilst still having a ton of fun!
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Our use of props in the class helps support tactile awareness and strengthens fine motor control. Also helps develop muscle strength, control & balance and helps achieve co-ordination milestones before heading off to school.
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TRENDY PRE-SCHOOLERS 5-6yrs
COMBO CLASS
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This a combined class of Tap, Ballet and Jazz, and designed as a 'taster' class of all Dance has to offer.
It is a half hour of each style and best suited to children who are 5 yrs to 6yrs of age.
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Once the student is 7 yrs & over, our classes then split into separate classes for each genre. They are 45 minutes in duration.
JUNIOR STARS
7-9yrs
JAZZ / HIP HOP
Our jazz style is funkier than most, and children tend to love these classes as they can let loose and have a lot of fun while honing their skills. All of our Jazz classes include the Flex-Ability program for free!
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TAP
Tap teaches rhythm and musicality, and your child will have a blast creating rhythm and sound using their feet! Tap is intricate and perfect for those who love a challenge and is strongly recommended.
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BALLET
Ballet technique is extremely important for all types of Dance as it forms the basis for every style. Ballet also teaches correct posture and how to move with grace amongst other things.
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DANCE CIRQUE
This is an exciting circus arts program exclusive to M Dance. It involves juggling, tumbling/tricks (e.g. handstands, cartwheels, flips etc), balance beam, hoops, and of course, Silks, the Lyra Hoop and introducing the trapeze.. There are different levels of skills taught at different ages and certificates awarded as the students go through the levels. There is nothing like this in the Bayside, and we are excited to bring this to you!
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ACRO
This is an exciting new class on offer in 2024 for children aged 6yrs and over.
In this class, you will learn the correct and safe way to tumble, gain acrobatic skills and learn some gymnastics technique, all of which ideally go hand-in-hand with our Circus classes.
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If your child can't stop cartwheeling all over the place, then this is definitely the class for them!
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MUSICAL THEATRE (6yrs & over)
Brand new in 2024, this class involves the acting & singing portions of the Musical Theatre genre. As part of these classes, students will be staging a mid-year musical involving acting, singing and dancing, so it is expected the students participate in at least one dance class per week as well.
INTERMEDIATES
10-14yrs
After graduating from our Juniors, students move into the Intermediate classes which are 45 minutes in duration. By this stage, students have developed a strong style and are fully committed to their dance.
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JAZZ / HIP HOP
Our jazz style is funkier than most, and children tend to love these classes as they can let loose and have a lot of fun while honing their skills. At this stage, it is a little more challenging including leaps, turns, and floorwork and different styles of Jazz such as Broadway Jazz, Hip Hop and Funk. All of our Jazz classes include the Flex-Ability program for free!
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TAP
Tap teaches rhythm and musicality, and your child will have a blast creating rhythm and sound using their feet! At this stage, students know about different rhythms and musicality and learn more styles such as fast and Waltz tapping. Tap at this level is intricate and perfect for those who love a challenge and is strongly recommended.
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BALLET
Ballet technique is extremely important for all types of Dance as it forms the basis for every style. At this stage, students are also learning National dancing and demi-character work and possibly preparing for pointe when they are deemed ready. Students must take Ballet classes if they wish to do Contemporary and Lyrical routines. Ballet also teaches correct posture and how to move with grace amongst other things.
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DANCE CIRQUE
This is an exciting circus arts program exclusive to M Dance. It involves juggling, tumbling/tricks (e.g. handstands, cartwheels, flips etc), balance beam, hoops, and of course, Silks, the Lyra Hoop and introducing the trapeze.. There are different levels of skills taught at different ages and certificates awarded as the students go through the levels. There is nothing like this in the Bayside, and we are excited to bring this to you!
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ACRO
This is an exciting new class on offer in 2024 for children aged 6yrs and over.
In this class, you will learn the correct and safe way to tumble, gain acrobatic skills and learn some gymnastics technique, all of which ideally go hand-in-hand with our Circus classes.
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MUSICAL THEATRE (6yrs & over)
Brand new in 2024, this class involves the acting & singing portions of the Musical Theatre genre. As part of these classes, students will be staging a mid-year musical involving acting, singing and dancing, so it is expected the students participate in at least one dance class per week as well.
ADULT CLASSES
We have something for everyone at M Dance, including our adults!
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TAP
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We offer Tap classes for beginners & intermediates.
Beginners: Never Tapped before; all ages.
Intermediates: May have some previous experience, even if it hasn't been for a while; A great social class for all ages. These are held on Tuesday nights at our Tingalpa studio.
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JAZZ
This class is a beginners class, and includes elements of our Flex-Ability program for stretch and strengthening, followed by learning a routine. A great fun and social class where everyone belongs.
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ADVANCED MIXED
Mainly for adults who may have left regular classes a couple of years previously and are still wanting to maintain their suppleness and strength, and have some performance opportunities. These classes are held during the day.
LITTLE MONKEYS
3-6YRS
DANCE CIRQUE
7YRS & OVER
