Live.Breathe.Dance.
competitive program
Open to dancers 5.5+
Now Auditioning Adult Femme Choreo & Heels
SOMD Competitive Dance Programs are designed for dancers ages 5.5 through Adult who are passionate, love to perform, and want to elevate their training. Our programs build a strong foundation in dance technique, artistic development, and provide multiple performance opportunities throughout the season.
The Adult Competitive Dance Program is designed for experienced dancers looking to advance their skills through professional-level training in Heels, Urban Choreo, and Femme Choreo while being part of a dedicated and supportive team.
Participation is by audition and acceptance.
We do offer optional solos, duets, trios, additional classes, and dance conventions for dancers looking to gain more experience and further develop their skills.
Femme Choreo | Now accepting new dancers
ages 18+ | November 2026 - November 2027
The program blends Jazz Funk, Vogue, Waacking, and Femme Hip-Hop, with choreography inspired by artists like Britney Spears, Beyoncé, and Ciara. This program highlights confidence, stage presence, and self-expression. Dancers compete in three to four competitions per season and perform in the year-end showcase.
Heels | Now accepting new dancers
ages 18+ | November 2026 - November 2027
The program focuses on choreography performed in heels while refining technique, clean lines, and character, with a strong emphasis on building confidence and expressing sensuality. The team competes in at least one competition during the season and also performs in the year-end showcase.
Urban Choreo | Now accepting new dancers
Ages 16+ | September 8, 2026 – June 16, 2027
This program focuses on high-energy urban dance forms, with training in Hip-Hop, Vouge, Dancehall, House, Latin Fusion, Jazz Funk, and other street-influenced styles.
Dancers can choose the Full Program (Academ + Street Styles) or a Partial Program (Academ or Street Styles only), depending on their interests and goals. Whether they choose a full or partial program, dancers are grouped into three levels - Minis, Juniors, and Intermediates - based on age, maturity, experience, and skill level.
All teams participate in three mandatory competitions each season - two in the Ottawa area and one within a 2–4 hour drive of Ottawa - and perform in our year-end showcase in June.
Dancers who want additional training can add solos, duets, trios, extra classes, conventions and choreography opportunities.
Academ Styles
Dancers train in a variety of genres, including Ballet, Jazz, Acro, Contemporary, Lyrical, and more. This program focuses on technical and expressive dance styles.
Street Styles
This program focuses on high-energy urban dance forms, with training in Hip-Hop, Vouge, Dancehall, House, Latin Fusion, Jazz Funk, and other street-influenced styles.
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Uniforms can be purchased at the following locations:
Brio: 380 Richmond, 613-721-1585 / 911 Bank, 613-567-9291
Malabar: 1610 Merivale, 613-225-8374
Boomerang Kids: 700 Eagleson, 613-287-3750 (carries new and used items)
Once Upon A Child: 471 Hazeldean Rd #8, 343-588-6822
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