CINDY YANG DANCE ACADEMY OF CANADA

Cindy Yang Dance Academy/Association of Canada, established in 1990, strives to conduct cultural exchange through dance in Canada while promoting Chinese culture.

Chinese Dance Graded Examination Syllabus (CDGES)

The Cindy Yang Dance Academy of Canada is an officially registered examination centre for Grades 1-13 of the Chinese Dance Grade Examination Syllabus (CDGES), granted by the Beijing Dance Academy of China. Beginning in September 2008, the BC Ministry of Education awarded Chinese Dance Graded Examination Syllabus students 12 credits to meet their fine arts and/or applied skills graduation requirement. These credits are awarded upon successful completion of the Chinese Dance Graded Examination:

4 credits for completing CDGES 7 at the high school Grade 10 level.
4 credits for completing CDGES 8 at the high school Grade 11 level.
4 credits for completing CDGES 9 at the high school Grade 12 level.

Faculty

Meet our faculty comprised of internationally credited, professionally trained educators, choreographers, and instructors. Our faculty prioritizes nurture and encouragement, fostering an environment where excellence prospers.

— In memory of Artist, Choreographer, and Dance Educator: Madam Cindy Yang

Programs

The Cindy Yang Dance Academy of Canada offers a variety of programs for passionate dancers of different ages and levels.

Adult Class

Accessible through advanced technical enhancement, classical stylistic training, performance class, promoting dance as a means of artistic expression and physical exercise

Performance Class

Professional courses catered to the enrichment of technique skills, to a realm of performance and competitive divisions, with the intent to foster professionalism through approach

CDGES

Standardized and intensive classical Beijing Dance Academy Syllabus training and examination, promoting adaptability towards diverse cultural styles, via fundamental application of technique