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Competition Teams
Lyrical
Lyrical dance is a combination of Ballet & Jazz dance that often uses music with lyrics to inspire the movements of the dancer & choreographer. Our competitive Lyrical teams will portray a storyline through choreographic devices and individual emotion to embody the style and create beautiful movement. In this class dancers will compete as a team showcasing classical ballet & jazz technique as well as acrobatic skills & tricks.
Class Length: 1 hour
Age Divisons: Mini 6-9
Youth 10-12
Junior 12-15
Senior 16+
Jazz
Jazz is a highly energetic class focusing primarily on great technique. Students will learn everything from cardio warm-up to technical across the floor exercise, strength & flexibility as well as competition team choreography. Jazz is an umbrella term which incorporates influences from many other styles such as musical theatre, street & commercial as well as classical jazz which emerged from America in the early 20th century. This class is fast paced and energetic.
Class Length: 1 hour
Age Divisons: Mini 6-9
Youth 10-12
Junior 12-15
Senior 16+
Hip-Hop
Our Hip-Hop competition teams are built on learning and understanding the foundations of street dance and its roots, primarily performed to Hip-Hop music. Created in the 70s Hip-Hop grew out of the African American experience like so many dance styles including: Ballet, Jazz & Tap! Hip-Hop is powerful & electrifying , students will learn about the history, music, culture & styles that make Hip- Hop one of the most popular dance styles today. Being on our competitiveHip-Hop teams will help develop individuality by allowing each student the opportunity to exhibit their uniqueness & personal style. Students are encouraged to let their voice be heard, groove wholeheartedly to the beat, & bring pride/confidence into their dancing.
Class Length: 1 hour
Age Divisons: Mini 6-9
Youth 10-12
Junior 12-15
Senior 16+
Members of the competition team at VDC are required to commit to participating in competitions for the entire season. If a dancer withdraws from a competition, they will incur a $50 fee for re-choreographing.
During the "Red Zone" period, which is the 4 weeks leading up to an event/competition, the date of the event/competition, and 1 week following the event/competition, dancers must attend all training sessions. Failure to attend training sessions during designated red zones will result in a review of the dancer's position on the team and potential substitution with a reserve.