Dedicated to the development of dance.
For five 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, and dedicated to inclusion, excellence and community.
“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 dancers and the accessibility of dance for all, through high quality training, performances, and community engagement.
Mission
Provide a program of recreational dance classes for children, teens and adults, located in Central Halifax;
Offer the ITP program for serious young dancers;
Hold a season-ending performance featuring child, teen and adult dancers;
Be an active producing partner with Symphony Nova Scotia on the annual Nutcracker ballet;
Offer the Young Company and TYDE programs for selected dancers that includes opportunity to dance to professionally choreographed work;
Offer an artist/company in residence studio rental program to professional dancers and the wider dance community to support rehearsal and creation activities;
Offer the Inclusive Movement Program; and
Engage in community activities and events to enhance profile and visibility.
Mandate
Value Statements
We value the following, which guide the work, relationships, and activities at Halifax Dance:
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 their 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 stability of the organization;
Diversity in providing opportunity to all dancers to experience the joy of dance regardless of their age, background, identity or level of experience; and
Non-competition by fostering a supportive environment among our students who wish to grow as dancers in the studio.
Amended April 2026
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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!
