Class Descriptions

 

Music & Movement   (16 months-2.5 yrs old)

Classes for parent and toddler. These classes are designed to give young

children a chance to experience dance, the joy of music, and creative

movement in a fun & loving atmosphere.

 

Tiny Little Stars       (Ages 2-3)

35 minute combination class introduces Ballet and Tumbling using

imaginary and creative methods. Classes are based on teaching physical

awareness, balance, creative expression, learning readiness, rhythm, and

dance etiquette, All are a foundation for learning. Your child will learn

the basics, in activities which are inspirational and fun.

 

 Preschool Combo                              (Ages 3-4)

Creative movement and the basics of dance. Each class blends basic

dance skills, creativity, coordination, musicality and rhythm.

 

Kinderdance      (Ages 4-6)

These classes give the kids the chance to experience a few styles of dance.

A gentle but more structured curriculum is implemented at this level, as

your child becomes ready for more traditional training.

 

Ballet           (Ages 4-6 Pre-ballet )

The basic foundation of all dance forms, it teaches proper placement,

carriage, grace and poise. Ballet is highly recommended as a

compliment to other classes because the terminology and placement

learned in Ballet quickens advancement in other classes.

 

Pointe             Advanced ballet classes by invitation only.

 

Lyrical/Modern               Is one of the many styles of dance that

stemmed from ballet. Learn how to control the body from the internal

muscles to the external muscles. These styles of dance also teaches you

expression through movement.

 

Tap                      Tap class combines dance with rhythmic foot patterns.

Students learn coordination of feet and musical rhythms in a way

 that is both challenging and fun.

 

Jazz              Teaches students contemporary styles of movement. The

exercises in Jazz teach and develop the ability to move, isolate and

control parts of the body. Jazz is an exciting form of dance and follows

the rhythmic beat of the music.

 

Broadway Jazz             Style of Jazz that takes on more of a

theater dance style. Good for dancers of all levels. This class requires a

character style shoe. This is a fun class with the use of props based on

broadway theater dance.

                

Hip Hop                This high-energy dance class is enjoyed by both boys

and girls who want to learn the latest urban dance steps that are

influenced by some of today’s hottest video choreographers presented in

an age appropriate manner. Elements include proper conditioning and

warm-up, individualized dance steps and full-bodied combinations.

Dancers will love learning these expressive dance steps while dancing to

their favorite songs.(Boys only & Adult only classes Available)

 

Acrobatics                   Emphasis on increasing strength and endurance

for a variety of sports. We also offer Back Hand Spring Clinics to

improve your skills. (Great for cheerleaders.)

 

Musical Theater                           This is a class that blends together

many different styles. Sharpen your musicality, audition and

performance skills so that you can be a triple threat the next time you

take the stage. Class focuses on all aspects of performance: singing,

acting, and dance.

 

Contemporary                   In contemporary dance classes, students

learn to use their bodies in a variety of ways, and they focus on

breathing, posture, and emotional state to establish a mind-body

connection. Students may learn choreographed works, or they may be

encouraged to improvise dance pieces.