ACROBATICS

AcroDance, acrobatics or acro, as it is commonly referred to by dancers and dance professionals, is the beautiful fusion of classic dance technique and the precision and athleticism of acrobatic elements. 

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Often defined by unique choreography, acro dancers seamlessly blend musicality, emotional expression, line and extension with acrobatic movements in a dance context.

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Acro's roots are in traditional Chinese dance.

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More recently, acro gained popularity with the wide spread success of the contemporary circus productions of Cirque du Soleil. 

Main stream media including dance television programs like 'So You Think You Can Dance', 'America's Best Dance Crew' and 'Dance Moms' have further fuelled it's demand in amateur competitive dance and studio settings.

 

Acro is an especially challenging style for dancers to master as training in both dance and acrobatic elements are required. Acro technique includes balancing, limbering, tumbling and partnering, based in flexibility, contortion and strength.

 

DU offers the world-renowned and comprehensive Acrobatic Arts program (AA) which is offered from Primary level to the most advanced levels. Dancers develop skillsets by following the correct level progressions in order to safely execute the required acrobatic skills in each level.

Classes start from ages 3+