WHAT WE DO
Dedicated to the development of dance.
For over four decades Halifax Dance, a registered charity has been a nationally recognized leader in dance education. Halifax Dance is an integral part of our region's artistic life, educating dancers of all ages and abilities.
“Halifax Dance is a hub of creativity. It’s a community of practice. And it’s really a gathering place where people of all ages can learn the joy and the fulfillment of movement.”
— Pamela Scott Crace
Halifax Dance instructors are highly qualified, with many teaching after accomplished professional dance careers and extensive training. Our instructors provide students with the tools necessary for success and impart their knowledge through love and devotion to their art form. We work hard to create a safe and positive educational environment and recognize the importance of healthy development.
Our students learn technique, etiquette, respect for the art, respect for their instructors and fellow students, and the importance of working as a team. Students come away from Halifax Dance strong, well-rounded and more confident.
Studio Philosophy
As of May 2023
At Halifax Dance, we embrace and celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion as the foundation of our community and the key to fostering a vibrant and creative dance environment. Our commitment to these values is deeply ingrained in our studio philosophy, vision, mission, and mandate, as we strive to provide high-quality dance education to all ages and abilities.
We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to experience and appreciate the joy of dance, regardless of their background, identity, or level of experience. We actively work to create an inclusive space where individuals from all walks of life can come together to learn, grow, and express themselves through the art of dance.
In our pursuit of inclusivity, we pledge to:
1. Provide accessible and diverse dance programs for all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, nurturing the unique talents and interests of each individual.
2. Cultivate a safe, positive, and supportive environment where all students, faculty, staff, and community members feel valued, respected, and included.
3. Actively challenge biases, stereotypes, and discrimination, and foster a culture of open communication and mutual respect.
4. Engage with the broader Halifax community to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in dance and the arts, and create opportunities for collaboration and learning.
5. Continuously review and improve our policies, procedures, and practices to ensure that they align with our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and adapt them as necessary to meet the evolving needs of our community.
Through our unwavering commitment to these principles, Halifax Dance aims to be a beacon of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the dance world. We are dedicated to creating a community where everyone feels empowered to explore their passion for dance and contribute to the richness of our shared artistic experience.
Diversity Statement
A diverse, vibrant dance community where everyone can experience and appreciate the joy of the art form.
Vision
Halifax Dance is dedicated to the development of dance, for all ages and abilities, through high quality training and outstanding performances.
Mission
Professionalism and respect in the instruction we give, the opportunities we provide to our students and in our interactions with everyone in the Halifax Dance community
The well-being of our students, families, and colleagues, respecting whole body/mind health and individual needs and concerns
Excellence and integrity in our approach to programming, instruction and administrative work, leading to the long term health and sustainability of the organization
Values
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Join the team
Are you interested in inclusivity and creating a space for everyone, have a passion for dance, and want to join a team that you can grow with? Apply to be apart of the Halifax Dance team today!
