Professional Division & 1/2 Day Program

Thank you, Richmond Academy of Dance, for helping me achieve my dreams.
— Heather Ogden, RAD Alumni and National Ballet of Canada Principal Dancer
  • Built upon passion and exceptional training, this Division encompasses the dance disciplines necessary to become a professional in companies all around the world.

    The class environment focuses on making each dancer their personal best. In studio training is balanced with numerous performance opportunities, individualized coaching, the ability to work with Canada's most prominent choreographers, and participation in festivals and international competitions.

    Our Intermediate and Senior Ballet 1/2 Day Dance/Academic Program is at the core of the Professional Division. Contemporary Ballet, Contemporary, and Modern training round out this wonderfully successful program.

    Our Musical Theatre Professional Division encompasses award-winning programs in Jazz, Musical Theatre, Tap, Lyrical, and Hip Hop.

    Small class sizes and attention to detail by internationally renowned teachers continue to produce alumni who move into prestigious post-graduate dance degree programs and professional companies.

  • The 1/2 Day Dance/Academic Program is designed for our most dedicated dancers looking to move into the professional dance world.

    Training in classical ballet, including variations, pointe work, pas de deux, contemporary, and contemporary ballet is offered to these dancers from renowned professionals in the industry.

    This program is by audition only.