Celebrating 23 years!
MARKHAM SCHOOL OF DANCE
Are you looking for a dance studio that offers so much more than just dance classes? Look no further! At Markham School of Dance, we are committed to providing your child with an extraordinary dance journey that encompasses confidence building, growth mindset learning, leadership training, and teacher training. Join us and become a part of our inclusive, family-oriented dance community.
It’s more than just dance…it's where "Every 'Body' Can Dance"
...and gain the benefits of dance and performance education.
Join our Dance Family!
Where it is about more than just DANCE...
- Confidence Building (ages 2-Grade SK)
- Growth Mindset (Grades 1-5)
- Leadership Training (Grades 7-10)
- Teacher Training (Grades 11-12)
- Values of Inclusion, Family and Community
- Performance Opportunities!
Markham West - Unionville
Prima Academy at 50 McIntosh Dr, Unit 115
Markham East - Box Grove
Dance Stars at 290 Copper Creek Dr.
Building...
- Confidence - through the Little Stars Dance curriculum for ages 2- Grade SK
- Growth Mindset - embedded in the FUNdations Dance Curriculum for Grades 1-8
- Leadership Skills - for Grades 7-12 students culminating in a teaching certificate through an internationally registered dance association.
...Through DANCE
Dance Classes and Program Information
Little Dance Stars™
Born in 2021 to Grade SK
A great introduction to dance for your little dancer including Ballet, Hip Hop and Creative Movement plus Parent and Tot classes
Dance FUNdations™
For Grades 1 - 12
Students can select from one or all dance styles in: ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, modern, acro and musical theatre. These fun, age-appropriate programs focus on establishing a strong foundation in dance
LEAD with the ARTS™
For Grades 7 -12
Students in the performance program for Grades 7 and up may be selected for the LEAD with the ARTS program and will learn leadership skills, assisting classes and mentoring younger dancers. Teacher training offered for students ages 16-18.
THEATRE STARS
Musical Theatre Production
for Grades 1 -12
Part of the Dance FUNdations Program - For students who love to sing dance and act. You get to be the star of the show being assigned a character to portray and act out in 3 or more performances a year.
Dance Company Program
The Dance Company is our Performing and Competition Team. We offer what part-time competition maximum of 6 hours per week and dance exams with an internationally recognized dance association called the British Association of Teachers of Dancing (BATD).
International Performance Program (IPP)
For students who want a unique and memorable dance experience they can join an additional performance opportunity every 2-3 years with our IPP Program. Destinations include: Disney World Florida 2017, New York City 2019, Disneyland California July 2024 and Paris TBA
Dance Camps/ Workshops
Camps offered in Winter, March Break and Summer and mini camps or workshops offered on select days each month.
Upcoming events:
- Let It Go! Frozen Mini Dance Camp and Indoor Playground Adventure - Dec 18
Located at: Funland Indoor Playground
- 2 hours of fun from 5-7pm for ages 2-10
- Winter Dance Camp - Dec 26-29 and January 2-5
Located at: Box Grove and Unionville Studios
- 1/2 Day Mornings 9am-12pm ages 4 +
- Full Day 9am-3pm ages 6+
- 1/2 Day Mornings 9am-12pm ages 4 +
Upcoming: March Break Camps, Summer Camps, Summer Intensives and more...
Stay tuned for next camp announcements each month.
EXCITING NEWS! Markham School of Dance has been invited to perform in the Disneyland Dance Parade in California! Dancers will be performing on Main Street USA in the Summer Dance Parade July 2024...
If your child loves Disney and Dancing be sure to register for this amazing event.
The event includes:
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Summer Dance Parade Performance down Main Street, U.S.A.® at Disneyland® Park
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Original Parade choreography
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Parade Dress Rehearsal at the Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
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Magical Morning Treats to kick off the day with some Disney magic.
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Unlimited Free Action Photo and Video Downloads
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Spectacular Costume, Tights and Pom Poms
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Dancers must be 7 years old by June 1, 2023
- Dance Performance in the California Adventure Park
- Optional: add ons include 1 day at Universal Studios California, a bus tour of LA,
How to register? email us at markhamschoolofdance@gmail.com for details
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Join us for our 23rd Dance Season in 2024!
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Dance Classes are offered in Ballet Dance, Jazz Dance, Tap Dance, Acro Dance, Modern Dance, Lyrical Dance, Contemporary Dance, Hip Hop Dance.
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Performing Arts Classes are offered in Acting, Vocal (Singing) and Musical Theatre Dance
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Class placement on age and ability
- 2 Convenient Locations in the Markham Area
- In-Person or Online dance and performing arts classes
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Students benefit from highly trained, Professional Staff
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Progressive Class Curriculum including warm up, technique, and choreography
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Dance Examinations available in: Ballet, Jazz, Tap, and Modern
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Family friendly environment with age appropriate movements and music
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Performances, 3 annual Recitals plus additional In-Person Performance Opportunities
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Student Dance Company (Performance and Part-time Competition Team) for youth ages 7-18
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International performance opportunities such as Disneyland California 2014 and 2024, Disney World Florida 2008 and 2017, New York 2015 and 2019, Europe TBA
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Dance Workshops and Parades
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Annual Community Dance Mob
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