Class Descriptions and Dress Code A general note about appropriate attire for all dance classes: Attire: Should be comfortable and movable, preferably leotard and tights or dance pants or shorts. Pants should not cover the feet or drag on the ground and, with the exception of Hip Hop, clothing should not be baggy. No jeans, jean shorts or pants with zippers. Please follow the dress code for your particular class. Hair: must be worn pulled back off of the face in a pony tail or bun. If hair is too short for a pony then may be worn in half up, half down fashion. Parent & Me Have fun with your little one in this introduction to guided creative movement. Perfect for learning social skills such as how to line up, follow basic directions, and take turns. Parent participation required however only the child must be registered. Wear comfortable clothing. Tap PreK Tap: (PreK, 30 minutes) A great class for little ones to start dance. Fun, energetic and engaging for little ones who like to wiggle and move their feet. Introduction of basic tap steps will improve coordination and gross motor skills in classes that blend physical and social development such as listening, turn taking and following directions. PreK Tap/ Ballet Combo: take Tap and Ballet Classes scheduled back to back: (2 x 30 minutes) Mini Tap I/II: (K 1st Grade, 45 minutes) A lively, rhythmic dance that makes the performer not just a dancer but also a percussive musician. Improve balance and increase strength and coordination. Music varies from nostalgic to modern styles. This is a fun, upbeat class that is sure to be enjoyed by all. Students may start or continue with this level. At this level, students will learn and solidify basic tap steps and begin learning more complicated combinations. Mini Tap/ Ballet Combo: take Tap and Ballet Classes scheduled back to back: (K -1st Grade, 2 x 45 minutes)
Youth / Tween/Teen/ Adult Tap I/II/III/IV: (2nd Grade - Adult, 1 hour) A lively, rhythmic dance that makes the performer not just a dancer but also a percussive musician. Improve balance and increase strength and coordination. Music varies from nostalgic to modern styles. This is a fun, upbeat class that is sure to be enjoyed by all. From the very basics to complicated rhythm and sounds, we have various levels for students from first grade to adult. AcroJazz PreK Creative Jazz & Tumbling (PreK, 30 mintues) Combine creative movement with basic tumbling skills. Mini AcroJazz (K-1st Grade, 45 minutes) Combine basic tumbling skills with jazz dance. This class develops balance, posture, flexibility and coordination. Youth/Tween/Teen AcroJazz I/II/III/IV (2nd Grade and up, 1 hour) Combine your tumbling skills with jazz dance. This class develops balance, posture, flexibility and coordination. Girls: Hair in bun or ponytail; leotard or unitard; footless or convertible tights; dance shorts, leggings or tight dance pants; bare feet or foot undies. Please no loose fitting pants or long pants that student may slip on, no loose fitting shirts, no socks. Boys: Tight fitting t-shirt or tank top; shorts or tight fitting pants with elastic at ankles; bare feet. Please no loose fitting pants or long pants that student may slip on, no loose fitting shirts, no socks. Jazz I/II This up-beat dance style emphasizes body control while working on isolation, leaps, turns, creativity, jazz vocabulary, movement, combinations and choreography that is age appropriate. Jazz will help develop strength, coordination, correct placement and musicality with fun up-tempo music. Serious dancers should consider taking a Ballet Class to help with technique. Youth/Tween/Teen Jazz (2nd Grade and up, 1 hour) This class is open to all students with or without prior dance experience.
Girls: Hair pulled back; black stretch pants and top that s comfortable but not baggy, black slip on jazz shoes Boys: Comfortable but not baggy clothing; black jazz shoes Hip Hop Hip Hop is a form of street dance, the newest trend in jazz dance. Movements are sharp, low, fast and funky to family friendly urban music. These fast pace, high energy classes will include the latest in street style dance while also incorporating fundamental jazz movements. Mini Hip Hop (K - 1st Grade, 45 minutes) Youth Hip Hop (2nd - 4th Grade, 1 hour) Tween/Teen Hip Hop (5th Grade and up, 1 hour) Baggy clothing, ie. Sweats/basketball shorts, loose shirt. Hip Hop sneakers or clean bottom gym shoes (used only for hip hop class). Hair away from face. (It is difficult to get into the feel of this form of dance with a leotard and tights, so pull on your baggy clothing over your leotard for a quick change from class to class.) Lyrical This dramatic dance style uses Ballet and Jazz technique to express emotion and tell a story through movement; simultaneously subtle and dynamic. Current enrollment in Ballet required. Youth/Tween/Teen Lyrical I/II/III/IV: (2nd Grade and up, 1 hour) Girls: Hair in bun or ponytail, convertible or footless tights, any color leotard, barefoot or foot undeez. Boys black snug-fitting shorts or stretch pants, snug-fitting tank or t-shirt, barefoot. Ballet PreK Ballet: (Pre-K, 30 min) Focusing on fun, coordination and dance appreciation, this class in will help prepare little ones for more advanced ballet training. Girls: Hair in bun or ponytail, pink tights, any color leotard, ballet skirt (optional), pink ballet shoes. PreK Tap/Ballet Combo: take Tap and Ballet Classes scheduled back to back: (2 x 30 minutes)
Mini Ballet: (K-1st Grade, 45 min) Focusing on fun, coordination and dance appreciation, this class in will help prepare little ones for more advanced ballet training. Girls: Hair in bun or ponytail, pink tights, any color leotard, ballet skirt (optional), pink ballet shoes. Mini Tap/Ballet Combo: take Tap and Ballet Classes scheduled back to back: (K -1st Grade, 2 x 45 minutes) Youth/Tween/Teen Ballet I/II/III Performance Class (2nd Grade and up, 1 hour) Multi level class for those wishing an end of year ballet performance. The first couple of months will combine technique with minimal choreography, gradually evolving to mainly choreography in preparation for the Showcase performance. Apply technique learned in Ballet I/II/III classes to group choreography with appropriate parts based on student age and level. Enrollment in Ballet I, II or III technique is recommended for skill progression but not required. Technique Only Classes Youth/Tween/Teen Ballet I/II: (2nd Grade and up, 1 or 2 hours) Learn classical ballet technique, terminology and develop the fundamentals of dance using the technique of ballet at both the barre and the center floor. Focus on self-discipline, body alignment, arm and head carriage, flexibility and strengthening of legs and feet. A good solid foundation in ballet helps the progress in other dance forms and is crucial for the serious dancer. Technique only, no performance. Placement by audition or sign up for Ballet I to begin. Girls: Hair in bun or ponytail, pink or tan tights, any color leotard, pink ballet shoes. Youth/Tween/Teen Ballet III: (5th Grade and up, 2.5 hours) Learn classical ballet technique, terminology and develop the fundamentals of dance using the technique of ballet at both the barre and the center floor. Focus on self-discipline, body alignment, arm and head carriage, flexibility and strengthening of legs and feet. A good solid foundation in ballet helps the progress in other dance forms and is crucial for the serious dancer. By invitation only. Girls: Hair in bun or ponytail, pink or tan tights, any color leotard, pink ballet shoes.
Ballet Class Progression: Ballet I Ballet II - once per week (by invitation) Ballet II - twice per week (open to anyone enrolled in Ballet I or invited to take Ballet II) Ballet III twice per week (by invitation) Leaps & Turns: (1st Grade and up, 1 hour) An additional technique class emphasizing the form and practice of leaps and turns used in dance. This class is recommended for any dancer that wants to improve on their technical skills. Hair pulled back; snug-fitting shorts, stretch pants or tights; leotard, tank or t-shirt; ballet shoes, foot undeez or barefoot. SSTAT - Stretch, Strength Training and Technique: (2nd Grade and up, 1 hour) Work on strengthening core and limbs to enhance dance technique and endurance. Combination of barre, yoga, pilates, calisthenics, conditioning, flexibility training, etc. Hair pulled back; snug-fitting shorts, stretch pants or tights; leotard, tank or t-shirt; ballet shoes, foot undeez or barefoot. Open Choreography: (3rd Grade and up, 1 hour) Each week will focus on a different dance style of dance. HipHop, Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical w/teachers: Claire, Paige, Jarred. (schedule will be posted) Students will learn a new combination every week, enabling students to work out not only their body but also their brain. Great option for students unable to commit to the whole year. No recital.