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Strength & Conditioning: Turnout, Elevation & Core

It’s about time you started training like an athlete.
Say hello to personal strength training that supports your big competitive goals!
Young highland dancers stretch in a circle in a dance studio. One reaches for her foot behind her back. Saorsa Studio offers Highland Dance classes for ages 1 to adult in Fredericton, New Brunswick.
You know that improving your alignment, strength, and flexibility will help your dancing, but where do you start?
Highland dancers are athletes, and therefore… need to TRAIN like athletes.
Imagine being able to walk off the stage after the Reel and know you’d made an improvement from the last competition. No more doubts; just confidence.
A training program designed BY a competitive highland dancer (and personal trainer!), FOR competitive highland dancers.
That’s exactly what Strength & Conditioning is here to offer.
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A highland dancer in a blue kilt demonstrates a Scottish dance position. The backdrop behind her reads "Saorsa". Saorsa Studio offers Highland Dance classes for ages 1 to adult in Fredericton, New Brunswick.

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What if you could support your dance goals with cross training built specifically for highland dancers?

*Seriously important facts incoming*

☑️ Strength training builds physical resiliency, making you more capable of meeting the demands of highland on the body.

☑️ Building dance-specific strength and mobility improves control, power, stamina, and injury prevention.

☑️ Each dancer’s training plan is targeted to support their personal corrections.

☑️ The result? More turnout, steadier upper bodies, higher elevation and more powerful leaps & highcuts.

…Need we say more?

With a training program like that, it’s no wonder our most ambitious dancers just keep coming back.

It’s time to start trusting the process.

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Introducing:

Strength & Conditioning: Turnout, Elevation & Core

A personal strength training program for dancers who have big competitive goals and are looking for dedicated support from a competitive highland dancer & certified Personal Trainer

I want in!
Nicole is such a fun teacher! I don't think I would have ever returned to Highland dance if it was not for her!
- Maggie
Nicole is extremely knowledgeable in highland dancing and strives for each dancer to be the best that they can be. Her classes are well orchestrated and she provides top notch instruction which helps her dancers feel confident getting up on stage in competitions
- Alexis
Nicole is a dancer I’ve looked up to since competing many years ago, after taking several years off Nicole has worked with me to get back into competitions and learning to love the sport again! She is a brilliant teacher and role model for young dancers everywhere. Nicole’s studio is welcoming and I highly recommend enrolling!
- Sarah
A highland dancer in a purple kilt poses holding a highland dance sword. Saorsa Studio offers Highland Dance classes for ages 1 to adult in Fredericton, New Brunswick.

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Our Strength & Conditioning Guarantees

Dedicated Time for Cross Training

At a weekly 45-minute class, dancers are working through a specialized training program intended to improve alignment, enhance strength, and increase flexibility.

Personalized Plan for Every Dancer

Each dancer gets assessed at the beginning of term, and then a personal training program is created to target their specific areas of improvement and corrections.

Tracking and Measurable Progress

We track our plans and supplementary exercises for at-home practicing in the studio Portal, which all dancers and parents can access for convenience.

Dance-Informed Training

This isn’t just any old exercise class. It was created BY a competitive highland dancer (and personal trainer!), FOR competitive highland dancers.

Individualized Dance Journeys

Each and every dancer’s path is tailored to their personal goals and progress, ensuring their unique needs are met and celebrated.

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*and on top of that*

Access to All Pillars of Opportunity

Dancers can explore various avenues, including competition, community performances, our two annual recitals, and dance exams–ensuring a well-rounded and enriching dance experience.

Specialty Workshops with Experts

Bonus workshops and guest instructor sessions provide unique opportunities to learn from seasoned professionals in the dance industry.

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Fredericton Dance Studio

Jump into a Championship Class today for $52/month

*pro-rated tuition for late registrations

(Psst! This is so much more than just an extra 45 mins of studio time each week! We see dancers who are serious about their goals getting the targeted consultation they need to achieve at the highest level of highland dance. If you’re in, we’re in!)

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[Dancer]'s technique has improved, and she is progressing in her learning, and she feels motivated to keep pushing herself. I appreciate everything Nicole has done for her.

- Laura

Young highland dancers wearing all black dance together in a class. The room is white. A dance instructor wearing black is at the front of the class. Saorsa Studio offers Highland Dance classes for ages 1 to adult in Fredericton, New Brunswick.

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This is the class for you if…

You/your dancer is competitive and over the age of 7.

You want a supportive studio environment where friendships and mutual support thrive.

You want a class where ambitious dancers can reach their full potential through strength training.

You’re seeking qualified and attentive dance professionals who care about each dancer’s individual growth.

You value clear planning, consistency, and accountability in your at-home training.

You want to stay motivated and make progress while also practicing sportsmanship and camaraderie, not just winning at any cost.

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Still have questions?

We’ve got answers!

This class is designed for competitive dancers starting at age 7 all the way up to adults.
Comfortable activewear, and either sneakers or sock feet (best at some points for foot alignment!)
We have a waitlist in the event the class fills, so be sure to add your name through the portal to be the first to know if spots open up.
Nope! This class is additional training for dancers who are attending Strength & Conditioning in addition to their dance lessons.
For certain exercises, we will recommend equipment such as yoga blocks, resistance bands, or a set of light and heavier weights. You can get by without them, but they’ll enhance your experience!
Create an account through one of the buttons below > click Register for Classes > September – June tab > select the class you’d like to register for.
Yes! Our virtual class set up allows dancers to join from anywhere.
We have a waitlist in the event the class fills, so be sure to add your name through the portal to be the first to know if spots open up.
As long as a class has space, you can still join in. Pro-rated tuition will be applied automatically at check out.

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Ready for a program where competitive dancers become their best selves?

What would life look like if you always had someone in your corner, giving you individualized personal training support?

No more scrolling instagram and saving every “dance workout” you come across, trying to piece together exercise that will improve your technique. Just the expertise, motivation, and guidance you need for real progress through strength training.

Join Strength & Conditioning today and take an empowering step in your dance journey. Limited spots available. Secure your place now before the next session fills!

Register now!