604.770.1777 Monday - Friday 1172 West 14th Street, North Vancouver, BC

PROGRAMS FOR EVERYONE

Why Shift?

  • * Elite training and balanced lifestyle 

  • * High-caliber technical instruction for all ages

  • * A philosophy of quality over quantity

  • The ONLY North Shore studio to offer weekend-free competitive and performance programs

  • * Committed to fostering an environment where artistry thrives alongside family time

  • * We aim to inspire a lifelong love of movement

  • * Empower students to become confident, well-rounded individuals who excel both on the stage and in the community

  • * Our dancers are not just dancers, they are FAMILY

Competitive Program Overview

Something for everyone!

PERFORMANCE DIVISION

Oahu, Maui, Kauai

Performance Competitive Division

Our Performance Program offers dancers the opportunity to participate in one local competition without the commitment of a large extra-curricular course load. This program is designed for dancers looking to try competition and perform locally.

Commitment Requirement

Dancers in this program will be required to attend one local competitions outlined by the studio, as well as our annual Preview Show and Year End Recital. Attendance is imperative in all classes. 

Class Requirement

Dancers in the Performance Program will be required to take a minimum of  2 dance classes per week.

Dancers must be invited into this program. 

 

PRE-COMPETITIVE DIVISION

Cuba, Greece, Brazil

Pre- Competitive Division

Our Pre-Competitive Program offers dancers the opportunity to participate in competitions without the commitment of a large extra-curricular course load. This program is designed for dancers looking to try competition and perform locally.

Commitment Requirement

Dancers in this program will be required to attend two local competitions outlined by the studio, as well as our annual Preview Show and Year End Recital. Attendance is imperative in all classes. 

Class Requirement

Dancers in the Pre-Competitive Program will be required to take a minimum of 4 hours of dance per week.

Dancers must be invited into this program. 

 

COMPETITIVE DIVISION

Miami, London, Paris, Cabo, LA, Milan

Full Competitive Division

Our Full Competitive Program offers dancers the opportunity to pursue their passion for dance at a more dedicated and intense level. This program is designed for dancers looking to improve their technique across all genres and who will be competing in higher levels at dance competitions.

 

Commitment Requirement

Dancers in the Full Competitive Program will be required to attend four competitions outlined by the studio, as well as our annual Holiday Show, Preview Show, Year End Recital, and any extra performance opportunities. Attendance is imperative in all classes including training and technique classes. 

Class Requirement

Dancers in the Full Competitive Program will be required to take the following:

  • Jazz (2 classes per week)
  • Ballet ( 2 classes per week)
  • Lyrical (1 class per week)

Other required or recommended classes will depend on the age and level the dancers is invited into. 

Additional competitive opportunities that maybe  available to dancers in the Full Competitive Program are:

  • Competitive stage, musical theatre, hip hop, contemporary, acro, ballet, line, solos, duos, trios

Which PROGRAM IS RIGHT FOR US?

Participation in our Performance, Pre-Competitive and Competitive Programs is by INVITATION ONLY!

Our staff is here to help with suggestion and recommendations to ensure your dancer has the best experience possible!
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