- FIND YOUR FIT
Who is ACRO Dance for?
Our Acro classes are designed for kids ages 7–12 who want to build strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, and confidence through dance-based acrobatic training.
NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Program Details
60 minutes
$344
+ HST
12- Week Session
- BENEFITS OF ACRO
Benefits of
Acro Dance
Acro dance supports strength, flexibility, coordination, balance, and confidence. Students learn to control their bodies more effectively while developing the physical foundations needed for safe acrobatic movement.
Physical Development
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Strength
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Flexibility
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Balance
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Coordination
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Body control
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Mobility
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Core stability
Dance Development
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Rolls
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Bridges
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Cartwheel foundations
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Handstand preparation
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Floor work
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Skill progressions
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Movement combinations
Confidence & Personal Growth
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Focus
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Patience
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Persistence
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Goal setting
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Body awareness
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Problem solving
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Confidence trying new skills
- INSIDE THE STUDIO
What Does an Acro Dance Class Look Like?
Each Acro class combines conditioning, flexibility, technique, and skill progressions to help students build strength and confidence safely.
WARM-UP + CONDITIONING
Students prepare with mobility, core work, balance, and strength exercises.
FLEXIBILITY + CONTROL
Focused stretching and mobility drills help improve range of motion, alignment, and body awareness.
FOUNDATIONAL SKILLS
Students work on rolls, bridges, handstand preparation, cartwheel foundations, and beginner floor skills.
SKILL PROGRESSIONS
Skills are broken into manageable steps so students build technique, control, and confidence before progressing.
COMBINATIONS + REVIEW
Class finishes by connecting skills into short sequences and reinforcing the techniques introduced that day.
Why Choose Long & McQuade for Acro Classes?
Our Richmond Hill dance studio combines professional facilities, experienced instructors, and built-in performance opportunities in one location.
- MORE THAN JUST DANCE LESSONS
01/ FLOOR
Professional Sprung Flooring
Built for movement, repetition, and safer impact during training.
02/ SOUND
Professional Audio
Clear, full-range sound helps dancers hear rhythm, bass, accents, and musical detail throughout class.
03/ STAGE
200+ Seat Performance Hall
Students gain real stage experience in the same facility where they train.
- ACRO FOUNDATIONS
What is
Acro?
Acro combines dance technique with beginner-friendly acrobatic skills. Students develop strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, and body control while learning how to move safely and confidently.
In class, dancers build foundational skills progressively, starting with basic floor work and positions before advancing into more challenging movements.
WHAT DANCERS DEVELOP
Core Acro Skills
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Strength + Control
Build core strength, stability, balance, and body awareness needed for safe acrobatic movement.
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Floor Work + Foundations
Learn rolls, bridges, cartwheel foundations, transitions, and beginner acro positions.
02
Flexibility + Mobility
Develop range of motion, active flexibility, and controlled movement through safe stretching and drills.
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Balance + Coordination
Improve weight placement, spatial awareness, coordination, and confidence while learning new skills.
Inside Our Richmond Hill Dance Studio
Acro classes take place at Long & McQuade, 10 Via Renzo Dr in Richmond Hill. Our Dance Centre is located on the second floor and features dedicated studio space plus an on-site performance hall.
Students train in bright, dedicated studio spaces and perform in our on-site 200+ seat hall, all under one roof.
