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Preschool & Future Star

Our Preschool Program is a fun and nurturing introduction to dance for children ages 2–4. Through playful movement, music, and creative activities, dancers build coordination, confidence, social skills, and a love for dance. With caring instructors and age-appropriate classes, our program provides a joyful foundation for their dance journey.


The Future Star Program is designed for dancers ages 4–5 who are ready to take their first steps toward competitive dance. Dancers build confidence and stage experience through two “Stars of Tomorrow” festivals, where the focus is on encouragement, growth, and celebrating every dancer. With a mix of structured training and creative exploration, this program provides a fun and positive foundation for future dance opportunities.

Competitive Program

Our Competitive Program is designed for dancers ages 6–18 who are looking to take their dance training to the next level. The program focuses on developing strong technique, performance skills, confidence, and a genuine love for dance in a positive and supportive environment.


Through regular training, rehearsals, competitions, and performance opportunities, dancers have the chance to grow as both individuals and performers. Our goal is to provide a rewarding experience that encourages commitment, teamwork, creativity, and personal growth while allowing dancers to enjoy the many opportunities that come with being part of a competitive team.

Elite Program

Our Competitive Elite Program is designed for dancers ages 10–18 who are ready to take on a more focused and advanced level of training. The program emphasizes continued technical development, challenging choreography, performance quality, and artistic growth, while encouraging dancers to reach their individual potential.


Elite dancers participate in additional technique training to strengthen their skills, build versatility, and support continued growth. With multiple performance opportunities throughout the season, dancers gain valuable experience while developing confidence, commitment, and teamwork. This program is ideal for dedicated dancers who are passionate about their training and excited to grow in a supportive, focused environment.

Adult Program

Our Adult Program is all about staying active, having fun, and enjoying the love of dance at any age! With both recreational and competitive options, dancers can choose the experience that best suits their goals and comfort level.

Our adult classes provide a welcoming and social environment where you can learn new skills, build confidence, stay active, and connect with others who share a passion for dance. Whether you’re dancing for fun or looking for a new challenge, there’s a place for everyone at AAOD!

Gradute Program

Designed for dancers aged 17 and older who have completed the Competitive or Competitive Elite Programs, this option offers the flexibility to continue dancing with fewer commitments. Dancers can choose how many classes to take and may compete with either the Competitive or Elite teams.


There are no performance requirements or mandatory styles such as Jazz, Lyrical, or Ballet, allowing dancers to tailor their training to their interests and schedules. This program is ideal for graduates who want to continue developing their skills, stay connected to the studio, and enjoy dance at a more relaxed pace.

Disciplines Offered

Jazz

Ballet

Jazz

Our Jazz program focuses on developing strong technique, musicality, coordination, flexibility, and performance skills. Classes explore a variety of jazz styles through engaging choreography, while encouraging dancers to build confidence, individuality, and stage presence.

Tap

Ballet

Jazz

Our Tap program follows the Al Gilbert syllabus for Tap Technique. Tap focuses on intricate rhythms, musicality, coordination, exciting choreography, and showmanship. Students build a strong foundation in tap technique while developing their confidence and performance skills. Tap students may have the opportunity to participate in examinations as they progress through the program.

Ballet

Ballet

Ballet

Our Ballet program follows the Cecchetti method, providing students with progressive training in classical ballet technique. Ballet classes focus on posture, alignment, turnout, strength, flexibility, musicality, balance, and grace. Students develop a strong technical foundation while building confidence and artistry.

Pointe

Contemporary

Ballet

Pointe is an extension of our classical ballet program and is offered to students who have developed the appropriate strength, technique, and readiness. Pointe classes focus on safe pointe technique, alignment, strength, balance, control, and artistry. Placement in Pointe is determined by the instructor based on the dancer’s individual development and readiness.

Contemporary

Contemporary

Contemporary

Contemporary combines elements of ballet, jazz, modern, and other movement styles. Classes focus on strength, flexibility, musicality, floor work, control, and expressive movement. Dancers are encouraged to explore individuality and use movement to communicate emotion and ideas.

Lyrical

Contemporary

Contemporary

Lyrical combines elements of ballet, jazz, and contemporary dance, with a strong emphasis on musicality and expression. Classes focus on fluid movement, technique, storytelling, and connecting with the emotion of the music. Dancers develop both their technical and performance abilities.

Hip Hop

Musical Theatre

Hip Hop

Our Hip Hop program introduces dancers to energetic choreography and a variety of street and urban dance styles. Classes focus on rhythm, musicality, coordination, confidence, and performance, while giving dancers the opportunity to develop their own individual style.

Acro

Musical Theatre

Hip Hop

Our Acro program follows the Acrobatic Arts curriculum, combining dance with acrobatic and gymnastics-based skills. Classes focus on flexibility, strength, balance, tumbling, and progressive skill development. Dancers work through age- and ability-appropriate levels with an emphasis on proper technique and safe skill progression.

Musical Theatre

Musical Theatre

Musical Theatre

Musical Theatre combines dance, acting, music, and storytelling. Classes focus on choreography, character development, musicality, stage presence, and performance skills. Students have the opportunity to explore a variety of musical theatre styles while building confidence both on and off the stage.

Ukrainian

Ukrainian

Musical Theatre

Our Ukrainian Dance program celebrates the rich traditions and culture of Ukraine through music, movement, and storytelling. Classes focus on traditional Ukrainian steps, rhythms, choreography, and performance skills while developing coordination, strength, musicality, and an appreciation for Ukrainian heritage.

Zumba

Ukrainian

Zumba

Zumba is a fun, energetic fitness class that combines dance-inspired movement with upbeat music from around the world. Classes focus on keeping participants active while improving cardiovascular fitness, coordination, endurance, and overall confidence. No dance experience is required, just come ready to move and have fun!

Amanda's Academy of Dance

7619 50 Street Northwest, Edmonton, AB, Canada

+1.7808635299

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