Class Descriptions and Attire Guidelines

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Please note that students who do not come dressed ready to dance may be asked to change or sit and observe class.

Class Descriptions

Classes for ages 2 1/2 - 7

Classes for this age range are designed to spark children’s interest in dance by encouraging them to creatively explore movement and music. Dancers are introduced to basic dance concepts through age-appropriate classes geared toward building listening and social skills, rhythm, spatial awareness, motor skills, and a lifelong love of moving and being active. Each class meets once weekly, and all dancers participate in a spring dance showcase (early May).

Creative Movement levels 1 and 2 (ages 2 1/2 - 5)

introduces young dancers to basic dance concepts and steps. Dancers grow listening and social skills while exploring the concepts of rhythm, spatial awareness, sequencing, large and small motor skills, and locomotor movements.

creative movement with tumbling (ages 4-6)

includes all the same skills and fun as our traditional Creative Movement classes with some basic tumbling added into the mix.

Breakdance level 1 (ages 4-7)

is an energetic and often acrobatic style of dance that incorporates intricate footwork and even pantomime. It's a great way to burn a lot of energy while learning about rhythm and increasing strength and flexibility.

primary dance levels 1, 2, 3 (ages 5-8)

is a great introduction to the study of all dance techniques and allows dancers to build on the knowledge gained through Creative Movement. Classes incorporate movement, improvisation, musicality, class etiquette, and basic dance steps and technique.

primary tap (ages 5-8)

helps dancers build musicality while learning the basics of tap dance. Dancers learn about the different parts of their tap shoes and the many sounds they can make with their feet through games, across-the-floor activities, and simple combinations.

Classes for ages 8+

These classes offer opportunities for dancers to build on fundamental dance knowledge and technique. Dancers explore a variety of genres of dance, work on gaining and improving technique, and develop their sense of artistry. Each class meets once weekly, and students are encouraged to register for more than one class, allowing them to grow in different dance genres.

Ballet Levels 1, 2, 3, and 4 (ages 8 -18)

offers dancers a solid foundation of ballet vocabulary that emphasizes proper posture and alignment and increased strengthening of the legs and feet. Students in these classes also develop and increase their sense of artistry.

Pointe (by placement only)

dancers must also be enrolled in two Level 3 Ballet classes and have permission to enroll.

jazz level 1, 2, 3, 4 (ages 8-18)

explores jazz dance fundamentals, combining the fun and energetic footwork, leaps, and turns of jazz dance with the fusion of ballet, modern, and jazz that makes up the unique genre of contemporary dance.

modern level 1, 2,3, 4 (ages 12-18)

combines the technique of modern dance - including contract-and-release, emotion-based improvisation, use of gravity to enhance movement, and pedestrian movement - with contemporary dance movement.

tap Levels 1, 2, 3, and 4 (ages 8-18)

helps dancers build musicality while learning to tap. Beginning dancers build knowledge and skills while learning more difficult steps and longer combinations. Intermediate/advanced tappers expand on previous tap fundamentals by growing dancers' tap vocabulary and skills.

acrobatic dance levels 1, 2, 3, and 4 (ages 8-18)

is the perfect class for increasing flexibility and strength while also increasing dance ability. Not to be confused with gymnastics, the incorporation of acrobatics into contemporary dance is the performance of movement that requires balance, coordination, and agility.