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Flipping, Stretching & Smiling – Why Acro Dance in Ottawa is Booming

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Acro Dance When you combine the fluidity of dance with the strength and excitement of gymnastics, you get acro dance—a thrilling and empowering style that’s capturing hearts (and backflips) everywhere. If you're searching for top-tier acro dance in Ottawa, look no further than Vanessa Plettell Dance. Acro isn’t just about tricks—it’s about technique, trust, and transformation. And at our studio, we blend safety, creativity, and strength-building to give dancers a well-rounded acro experience they’ll love from their very first cartwheel to their next level of confidence. What is Acro Dance? Acro dance is a fusion of classical dance technique and acrobatic elements. Think of it as the grace of ballet and jazz meeting the athleticism of gymnastics. It includes: Balancing skills (like handstands and elbow stands) Limbering skills (like bridges and backbends) Tumbling (front and back walkovers, aerials, cartwheels) Partnering and lifts Flexibility and core strength de...