BALLET:

Ballet is the foundation to all dance. It instils strong technique and proper form into a dancer's body. Ballet not only is a strong art form on its own, but it helps a dancer in all forms of dance, from jazz to tap and even hip-hop. Technique in ballet focuses on turnout, which helps with a dancer's flexibility. Pointe work is also offered to dancers over the age of 12.

JAZZ:

Jazz dance is a very strong discipline. There are many different styles of jazz, starting from classic jazz-to-jazz funk. It incorporates techniques from ballet. Jazz focuses on style, which helps a dancers artistic progression. The technique in jazz focuses on working in a parallel position, which also helps a dancer in styles such as tap and hip-hop.  Exams are offered in this style.

Contemporary is a style that has evolved from modern dance. The style is constantly evolving, and changes with every dancer. It is a very expressive style, which helps a dancer bring out their love for dance with every movement. It is also very pedestrian, and organic, helping dancers to feel music and rhythm.

TAP:

Tap is a classic style that is always changing. It helps a dancer to focus on rhythm in music. This helps a dancer to hear accents in music and gives a better understanding on how to count steps in choreography. Exams are also offered in this style.

LYRICAL:

Lyrical is an expression form, that involves technique from both ballet and jazz. It is a very expressive style, where a dancer can communicate through music. Using expressive music can help a dancer convey a message to their audience.

Partnering is a very strong asset for a dancer. It can be used in any dance style, so having the experience is great. KUT is proud of the large number of boys that are training with us, which gives great opportunities for partnering.

HIP HOP:

Hip Hop is a very strong style, that incorporates the use of the whole body. Strong accents and isolations are used. Hip-hop is offered to many age levels.

ACRO:

Acro is a combination of acrobatic movements and dance technique. Flexibility and strength are very important. Anyone interested in acro must also take a minimum of one technical dance form. New this year, KUT will be training with the Barrie Kempettes. Having this opportunity will help every dancer wanting to further their acro training.

MUSICAL THEATRE:

At KUT we are very proud of our Musical Theatre program. We work to train students as triple threats, so that they are comfortable in singing, acting and dancing. This year we are working on a production incorporating different musicals.