Competitive

Dance at EDC

Mission

Our mission within our competitive program is to offer our students the opportunity to pursue excellence in their craft. We strive to balance fun and enjoyment with a commitment to hard work and progression, where each child can reach their full potential.

COMPETITIVE PROGRAMS

Pre Competitive Program

Age 5

  • This program is by invitation only.
  • Pre Competitive dancers are required to take Pre Primary ballet (45 mins) and a choreography class (30 mins) each week.
  • Participation in 3 local competitions.

 Through creating in the studio, we strive to elevate and empower our students to achieve in all elements of their lives.
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Join us for an info session on Sunday May 26 from 1:00-1:30pm.

Registration for our 2024/25 season will open June 3 for current families and June 10 for new families.

Ignite

Part-Time Competitive Program (ages 6+) 

  • Ignite is the perfect program for the dancer who wants the opportunity to perform more and even compete, without the significant time commitment our full competitive program requires. 
  • Ignite dancers are required to take a jazz technique class (45-60 mins) and have the option to compete in jazz, lyrical, hip hop and contemporary (based on age). 
  •  Ignite HIP HOP only team- no co requisites required!
  •  We encourage all Ignite dancers to take a ballet class to enhance their development.
  • Participation in 3 local competitions.
  • If you’re interested in receiving and info pack, please email us at [email protected].
  • Join us for an info session on Sunday May 26 from 12:00-12:30pm.

Elevate

Full Competitive Program (ages 6+)

  • Elevate is our elite program requiring a high level of commitment and encompasses particular requirements at each level- please reach out to us for more information.
  • Participation in 3 local competitions and 1 out of town (within Alberta).
  • Solos, duets, trios and small groups are available in addition to group routines and are selected by our staff in the fall.
  • If you’re interested in receiving an info pack, please email us at [email protected].
  • Join us for an info session on Sunday May 26 from 1:00-1:30pm.

FEES

For a detailed breakdown of fees associated with the competitive program, please reach out to us.

Intensive

Every August we hold our week-long Elevate Summer Intensive. This program is strongly recommended for all Elevate dancers, and mandatory for new dancers who hope to join the Elevate team.

EDC

OUR VISION | At EDC, we’re about more than movement - we endeavour to offer a purposeful community through dance.

OUR MISSION | Through creating in the studio, we strive to elevate and empower our students to achieve in all elements of their lives.

All Photos courtesy of Seidel Studios Photography

HOURS

Our office is open Monday-Thursday 4:00-7:00pm and Saturday 9:30am-12:00pm.

CONTACT

P | 403-744-4141
E | [email protected]
A | 1021-521 GATEWAY ROAD NE, AIRDRIE AB, T4B 0J6