Demi-Competitive Division
Dance Co’s Demi-Competitive division dancers have the opportunity to study ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, tap/stage and/or contemporary. The Demi-Comp program is designed for students looking to explore competitive dance opportunities without the additional time commitment required for full competition programs.
Dance Co offers Demi-Competitive training for Pre-Primary (5 & 6), Primary (7 & 8), Junior (9 - 11), Intermediate (12 - 14), and Senior (15+) age levels.
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Mentored by our encouraging faculty, our Demi-Competitive students enjoy a fun class environment, while building a strong dance foundation. Demi-Competitive classes cover both technical training and choreography in each lesson.
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Demi-Competitive dancers train 1-3 hours/week and perform at one competition/festival each year.
Pre-Competition Demi Show
Demi-Competitive dancers have the opportunity to practice performing their routines in a competition-like setting before hitting the stage for the first time! The Pre-Competition Dress Rehearsal Performance takes place at our Fraser location (Fraser Street & 41st Ave), in our in-house black box theatre. Attendance for the Pre-Competition Dress Rehearsal is mandatory for all team members, as it is an important stepping stone from getting students from classroom to stage-ready.
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Friends and family will be invited to come view this Demi-Competitive Pre-Show, so that dancers have a chance to practice in front of an audience before dancing at competition!
Competition
Each year our Demi-Competitive dancers perform group dance routines in one local dance competition in April or May. Dance competitions are beneficial performing opportunities for students. Our Demi-Competitive dancers will receive valuable feedback, awards and recognition, exposure to the greater dance community, and will enjoy bonding with their teammates and celebrating their success.
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*Please keep in mind that attendance is required for all Demi-Competitive dancers at dance competition, as the Demi-Competitive pieces are presented as a team and the team can only succeed with all members present.
Recital
Dance Co’s Year-End Recital performances occur at the end of May. This year-end show is highly-anticipated for Dance Co students, as it’s a representation of their hard work over the course of the season. Year-end Recital features dancers from multiple age groups and levels, which makes it an inspiring event for Dance Co's Demi-Competitive students.
Please refer to our Studio Calendar for dates.
Auditions
Auditions for Dance Co’s Demi-Competitive program occur in June of each year, with additional opportunities for assessment and placement on a case-by-case basis.
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Acceptance into the program is re-evaluated by audition on a yearly basis. These auditions allow our faculty to evaluate each dancer’s placement and determine where they will best learn and perform the following year.
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If you are unable to attend these auditions, please contact the office at info@danceco.com to schedule a private assessment or to hear about our upcoming audition classes.​
demiLab Summer Intensive
August 12-16, 2024
Demi-Competitive students are required to kickstart their fall training with demiLab! Technique classes and fun choreography combos will help you begin your season on the right foot. This is a great chance to try out multiple dance disciplines and meet new friends before the fall season starts!
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CLICK HERE for more details about demiLab!
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*Please note that demiLab is required for all students accepted into the fall Demi-Competitive program and is included in your tuition. Please contact the Dance Co office if you have any conflicts.