What now follows is an explanation of the MEMDT core curriculum:
Introductory Stage (Ages 2-7)
Skill Achievements
1. Fundamental Movement Skills: Develop basic dance techniques, including coordination of arms and legs, simple jumps, and rhythmic patterns
2. Body Awareness: Help students understand their bodies and develop control over their movements
3. Musicality: Introduce basic concepts of rhythm, timing, and musical interpretation
4. Creative Expression: Encourage improvisation and imagination, allowing students to explore their own unique self
Intermediate Stage (Ages 7-11)
Skill Achievements
1. Technical Proficiency: Develop a strong foundation in dance technique, including proper body alignment, balance, and control
2. Choreography and Performance Skills: Introduce students to choreographic concepts and stage presence
3. Musical Interpretation: Enhance students' ability to interpret different styles of music through dance
4. Flexibility and Strength: Increase students' flexibility and overall body strength through targeted exercises and stretching routines
Pre-Professional Stage (Ages 11-18)
Skill Achievements
1. Technical Mastery: Refine dance technique across multiple genres, focusing on precision, fluidity, and advanced movements
2. Performance Experience: Expose students to various performance opportunities, such as competitions, showcases, and community events
3. Choreographic Skills: Develop students' ability to create original choreography, exploring composition, storytelling, and musicality
4. Artistic Interpretation: Deepen students' understanding of expressing emotions, intentions, and narratives through their dance and dance theatre performances