Business Details
17 Years
experience
Professional Dance Training in Ottawa
Kaliandrews Dance was founded in 2009 by Kali and Lyndon Andrews to create a welcoming, family-oriented environment for dance education. Our mission focuses on delivering professional dance training while fostering individual growth and artistic development. We offer programs in traditional styles like Ballet, Jazz, and Hip Hop, alongside circus-based disciplines such as Acrobatic Dance and Aerial Acrobatics. With over a decade of experience, we cater to recreational, competitive, and aspiring professional dancers aged 3 and up. Our certified instructors, many former competitive dancers, bring extensive expertise to every class.We prioritize personalized attention, with student-to-instructor ratios ensuring quality instruction. Annual recitals and workshops provide performance opportunities and community engagement. Our teacher training programs develop future dance educators through comprehensive curricula. We maintain flexible policies to accommodate students' needs while upholding high artistic and technical standards. Parent testimonials consistently highlight our supportive atmosphere and skilled instruction.
Services
Ballet
Hip Hop
Acrobatic Dance
Aerial Acrobatics
Teacher Training
Competitive Programs
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- Certified instructors with 10+ years of dance experience
- Comprehensive programs from preschool to professional levels
- Annual recitals showcase student progress and creativity
- Teacher training develops next-generation dance educators
- Flexible policies with no expiration on course credits
Associations and certifications
- British Association of Teachers of Dancing
What people say
Welcoming environment
Skilled instructors
Excellent curriculum
Supportive atmosphere
Creative expression
Services
Ballet
Our Ballet program teaches classical technique with emphasis on posture, grace, and precision. Certified instructors guide students through progressive levels from beginner to advanced. Classes incorporate pointe work for qualified dancers, building foundational skills for all dance styles.
Acrobatic Dance
This circus-inspired discipline combines dance with acrobatic skills like tumbling and contortion. Safety-focused training develops flexibility, strength, and coordination. Classes prepare students for performances requiring technical precision and artistic expression.
Teacher Training
Our comprehensive program trains future dance educators in technique, choreography, and student mentorship. Participants gain practical experience through apprenticeships and learn curriculum development under seasoned professionals.
Competitive Programs
Designed for serious dancers, these programs focus on stage performance and competition preparation. Participants receive advanced technical training and choreography to compete regionally and nationally in various dance styles.
Aerial Acrobatics
This specialty program teaches aerial silks, hoops, and trapeze techniques. Classes emphasize upper body strength, flexibility, and creative movement patterns. Students learn safe rigging practices and performance choreography in a supportive environment.
People
Kali Andrews
Studio Director
Co-founder with over 15 years of competitive dance experience. Specializes in acrobatic technique and choreography. Develops curriculum ensuring technical excellence across all programs.
Lyndon Andrews
Studio Director
Co-founder and former competitive dancer with expertise in classical ballet. Oversees instructor training programs and maintains artistic standards for performances and recitals.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We teach Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Contemporary, Acrobatic Dance, Stunting, Tumbling, Contortion, and Aerial Acrobatics.
What are class sizes?
Maximum 20 students per class. Workshops can accommodate up to 75 participants in our full studio space.
Are instructors certified?
All instructors hold BATD certification where applicable and have 10+ years of dance experience.
Do you have recitals?
Yes, our annual June recital features recreational and competitive dancers. Aerial students host studio open houses in Term 2.
What is your refund policy?
Fees are non-refundable but can be credited to your account with a doctor's note for illness/injury.
How are instructor-student ratios structured?
One certified instructor per class. Ages 3-7 have one assistant; classes over 12 students have two assistants.
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