Programs & the Pure Energy Dance Team
Every dancer starts with a class that fits their age. From there, dance once a week for fun, take the stage at the June recital, or audition for Pure Energy.
From first class to center stage
Start with one, add the rest as your dancer grows.
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Recreational classes
Ages 2.5 to teens · year-round
One class a week or several — ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, acro, lyrical, contemporary and musical theater, organized by age. Most dancers start here.
Explore classes -
Annual recital
Every June · optional
Every class with five or more participating dancers takes the stage, from the 2.5-year-olds up.
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Pure Energy
Ages 4–18 · by audition
The studio's competition dance team, for dancers who want to take dance to the competition level.
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Summer session
Mid-July to mid-August
Classes for tiny dancers through advanced students — and the easiest way for a new family to try WSD before September.
Ask about summer
Competition team
Pure Energy
Pure Energy is for dancers who want to take dance to the competition level. Coached by owner-director Barbara Vari and WSD's faculty, the team has won high-score, choreography, entertainment and Most Inspirational awards — and its dancers have gone on to college dance programs and professional careers.
- Ages 4–18
- Welcome to audition
- Auditions
- Held in August at Summer Dance Camp
- 3 competitions
- Every year
- National competition
- Every other year
A season of Pure Energy
From the first day of summer camp to the banquet that closes the year.
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August
Summer dance camp & auditions
Dancers try the different styles at camp to see which teams they're interested in.
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After camp
Placement
The director meets with each family individually to talk through their dancer's placement.
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Through the season
Workshops & community shows
Dance workshops, the Saint James Street Fair and the Woodbridge Holiday Parade.
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Competition season
Three competitions
Pure Energy competes at three competitions every year.
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Every other year
Nationals
The team attends a national competition every other season.
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Season's end
End-of-year banquet
Hosted by the team's parents association to celebrate the year.
More than a team
The dance team has a parents association that hosts events for the dancers all year — a yearly sleepover, a pasta dinner fundraiser and the end-of-year banquet. It's competitive, and it's still WSD: built on community, dedication and integrity, with a place for every dancer who's willing to work for it.
Interested in Pure Energy?
Call 732-636-4740 or send us a message with your dancer's age and experience. We'll suggest the right classes now and let you know when summer dance camp and auditions open.
Ask About AuditionsReady to Join the WSD Dance Family?
With year-round open enrollment, it's never too late to start. Find your dancer's class, check the schedule, or book a trial class today.