JUNIOR TROUPE
*BY RECOMMENDATION ONLY
SHINE & VIBE JUNIOR TROUPES
All Dance Zone Junior Troupe programs dance a mandatory 4 hours/week for a 32-week session.
This program includes Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop & Ballet dance styles.
Our Junior Troupes participate in 2 recitals & 2 local dance competitions, with the option of 1 away dance competition.
This program gives students the preparatory skills needed to advance into a troupe program in the future.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
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Ballet is non-competitive class
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Performance tights & Earrings are not included in your costume fee, therefore each junior troupe member will be responsible for ensuring that they have at least two pairs of performance tights & earrings as per our Dance Zone recommendation.
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Junior Troupe members are required to purchase a team jacket/hoodie to wear at all competitions & events.
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Junior Troupe members are expected to attend classes regularly and be committed to making classes a priority over social events. Attendance is an important aspect of being a team player and encourages your troupe to excel.
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Extra Routines - Junior Troupe dancers have the option of registering for solos, duos, trios & small groups with other dancers of their choice. The Junior Troupe limit for extra routines is 5 Solos/Duos/Trios and 2 Small Groups.
EVENTS & COMPETITIONS:
Christmas Recital - 1 Competitive Routine & 1 Recital Routine
Millennium Dance Festival Dartmouth - 3 Competitive Routines (Jazz, Tap & Hip Hop)
Danceabition Dartmouth - 3 Competitive Routines (Jazz, Tap & Hip Hop)
Spring Recital - 1 Competitive Routine & 1 Recital Routine
OPTIONAL COMPETITION: Danceabition Cape Breton *More information will be sent in the fall
CLASS SHOE REQUIREMENTS
(SHOES AVAILABLE ON OUR ONLINE SHOP)
TAP: Matte Black Buckle Strap (Mary Jane Tap Shoe)
JAZZ: Beige Leather Shoe (E-Series Jazz Slip On)
HIP HOP: Clean Indoor Sneaker (Performance sneakers are included in your costume/event fees)
BALLET: Pink Leather Shoe (Daisy)
CLASS DRESS CODE
TAP: Fitted Dancewear (Bodysuit, leggings, bike shorts, tank top, etc.)
JAZZ: Fitted Dancewear (Bodysuit, leggings, bike shorts, tank top, etc.)
HIP HOP: Dancewear (Leggings, sweatpants, shorts, tank top, etc.)
BALLET: Bodysuit, Tights & Hair in bun