Mommy and Me
Mommy and Me is a class for our little ones who are two years old or aren't quite ready to go into the classroom alone. An adult family member (someone who the child feels comfortable with) will escort him or her into the class and participate in the activities. In this class, we play games and sing songs to help the dancers understand good classroom behavior. Mommy and Me is structured to stimulate coordination skills, listening skills, balance, music interpretation, creative movement and motor development in the youngest dancers. This program is an excellent introduction to the world of dance! After December, we slowly introduce the students to going into the classroom on their own. 30 minutes
Mommy and Me is a class for our little ones who are two years old or aren't quite ready to go into the classroom alone. An adult family member (someone who the child feels comfortable with) will escort him or her into the class and participate in the activities. In this class, we play games and sing songs to help the dancers understand good classroom behavior. Mommy and Me is structured to stimulate coordination skills, listening skills, balance, music interpretation, creative movement and motor development in the youngest dancers. This program is an excellent introduction to the world of dance! After December, we slowly introduce the students to going into the classroom on their own. 30 minutes
Preschool Creative for 3s
A forty-five minute introductory dance class for toddlers containing ballet and creative movement. Students are introduced to basic ballet vocabulary, while exploring movement and music in a fun, creative way. Our instructors use imagination games, upbeat age-appropriate music and props like scarves, hula hoops, tambourines and maracas to inspire and excite students about dance. Students will also work on classroom skills such as following directions, listening and working with others. This class is a positive and fun first dance experience for all! 45 minutes
A forty-five minute introductory dance class for toddlers containing ballet and creative movement. Students are introduced to basic ballet vocabulary, while exploring movement and music in a fun, creative way. Our instructors use imagination games, upbeat age-appropriate music and props like scarves, hula hoops, tambourines and maracas to inspire and excite students about dance. Students will also work on classroom skills such as following directions, listening and working with others. This class is a positive and fun first dance experience for all! 45 minutes
Preschool Combo for 4 and 5 year olds
A sixty minute class for 4 or 5 year olds containing pre-primary ballet, tap, and creative movement. Dancers will learn basic steps and terminology in ballet and tap, and explore their own creative movement styles through the use of imaginative music and games in a safe, positive environment. Dancers in this class will improve flexibility and coordination through fun, age appropriate movement and exercises. Our instructors use imagination games, upbeat age-appropriate music and props like scarves, hula hoops, tambourines and maracas to inspire and excite students about dance. Students will also work on classroom skills such as following directions, listening and working with others. These classes will do two dances in recital as well! 60 minutes
A sixty minute class for 4 or 5 year olds containing pre-primary ballet, tap, and creative movement. Dancers will learn basic steps and terminology in ballet and tap, and explore their own creative movement styles through the use of imaginative music and games in a safe, positive environment. Dancers in this class will improve flexibility and coordination through fun, age appropriate movement and exercises. Our instructors use imagination games, upbeat age-appropriate music and props like scarves, hula hoops, tambourines and maracas to inspire and excite students about dance. Students will also work on classroom skills such as following directions, listening and working with others. These classes will do two dances in recital as well! 60 minutes
Ballet
Ballet is recommended for all students 5 years and older as it is the basis of all disciplines of dance. Classes emphasize the development of classical ballet skills with a focus on proper placement and alignment. Students will learn ballet vocabulary through barre and center work while building strength and flexibility. Students will learn and demonstrate basic ballet terminology. Students will gain musical awareness while dancing to classical music and develop attention skills while listening to the teacher's instructions. In addition to ballet technique, students will work with other individuals their age and practice working within a group. Ballet class reviews all basic ballet technique including positions of the feet and arms, proper body alignment, turnout, ballet vocabulary, barre exercises, across the floor, and center work. Classes will provide students with exercises that build muscle strength, increase flexibility, and provide a foundation that can be applied to all dance styles. While in class, the students are expected to constantly focus their bodies on proper carriage of the torso, arms, and back.
Primary Ballet: 60 minutes, once per week
Ballet I: One 90 minute and one 60 minute class per week
Ballet II and Ballet III: Two 90 minute classes per week (must be taking pre-pointe to be considered for Ballet II)
Ballet is recommended for all students 5 years and older as it is the basis of all disciplines of dance. Classes emphasize the development of classical ballet skills with a focus on proper placement and alignment. Students will learn ballet vocabulary through barre and center work while building strength and flexibility. Students will learn and demonstrate basic ballet terminology. Students will gain musical awareness while dancing to classical music and develop attention skills while listening to the teacher's instructions. In addition to ballet technique, students will work with other individuals their age and practice working within a group. Ballet class reviews all basic ballet technique including positions of the feet and arms, proper body alignment, turnout, ballet vocabulary, barre exercises, across the floor, and center work. Classes will provide students with exercises that build muscle strength, increase flexibility, and provide a foundation that can be applied to all dance styles. While in class, the students are expected to constantly focus their bodies on proper carriage of the torso, arms, and back.
Primary Ballet: 60 minutes, once per week
Ballet I: One 90 minute and one 60 minute class per week
Ballet II and Ballet III: Two 90 minute classes per week (must be taking pre-pointe to be considered for Ballet II)
Pre-Pointe, Pointe I, and Pointe II
Pointe students are teacher recommended, and must see a physician (ask us who we recommend!) prior to their first pointe class. Pointe students must be in Ballet III or above, and must take at least 3 hours of ballet per week not including Pointe classes.
Pre-Pointe: 30 minutes, once per week. Must register for at least 2.5 hours of ballet technique, not including Pre-Pointe.
Pointe I: 30 minutes, once per week. Must register for at least three hours of ballet technique, not including Pointe.
Pointe II: Must also register for Pointe I, making this 30 minutes, twice per week. Must also register for at least three hours of ballet technique, not including Pointe.
Pointe students are teacher recommended, and must see a physician (ask us who we recommend!) prior to their first pointe class. Pointe students must be in Ballet III or above, and must take at least 3 hours of ballet per week not including Pointe classes.
Pre-Pointe: 30 minutes, once per week. Must register for at least 2.5 hours of ballet technique, not including Pre-Pointe.
Pointe I: 30 minutes, once per week. Must register for at least three hours of ballet technique, not including Pointe.
Pointe II: Must also register for Pointe I, making this 30 minutes, twice per week. Must also register for at least three hours of ballet technique, not including Pointe.
Jazz
Classes teach basic jazz dance technique, terminology and movement quality with an emphasis on proper execution of jazz isolations, rhythms and style performed to contemporary music. Jazz is a fun genre of dance that draws on many other styles in forming its technique and expressive styles. Jazz dance uses almost every genre of music, from classic swing and Broadway jazz to current popular music. This is an energetic, dynamic form of dance. Ages 6 and up. 50 minutes
Classes teach basic jazz dance technique, terminology and movement quality with an emphasis on proper execution of jazz isolations, rhythms and style performed to contemporary music. Jazz is a fun genre of dance that draws on many other styles in forming its technique and expressive styles. Jazz dance uses almost every genre of music, from classic swing and Broadway jazz to current popular music. This is an energetic, dynamic form of dance. Ages 6 and up. 50 minutes
Contemporary
This class focuses on the quality, progress, and improvement of ones movement. Dancers will work on alignment, strengthening and finding awareness in their body. They will learn how to keep a strong and connected center while executing contemporary movement based in ballet and modern techniques. They will also explore the use of dynamics, textures, musicality, and levels of space to find a healthy balance of technique and artistry while experiencing new movement and improvisation. The goal is to work more freely through expression while keeping conventional technique and body awareness as the underlying foundation for all movement. Ages 8 and up. 50 minutes
This class focuses on the quality, progress, and improvement of ones movement. Dancers will work on alignment, strengthening and finding awareness in their body. They will learn how to keep a strong and connected center while executing contemporary movement based in ballet and modern techniques. They will also explore the use of dynamics, textures, musicality, and levels of space to find a healthy balance of technique and artistry while experiencing new movement and improvisation. The goal is to work more freely through expression while keeping conventional technique and body awareness as the underlying foundation for all movement. Ages 8 and up. 50 minutes
Tap
Tap class will improve the student's rhythm and coordination. Classes emphasize the development and strengthening of basic tap technique and terminology highlighting the importance of rhythm and sound. These classes work proper technique, sound breakdown and traveling steps. A typical class begins with a leg and ankle warm-up, followed by progression work. We focus heavily on musicality, rhythm and timing, which is an essential part of tap training. Ages 6 and up. 50 minutes
Tap class will improve the student's rhythm and coordination. Classes emphasize the development and strengthening of basic tap technique and terminology highlighting the importance of rhythm and sound. These classes work proper technique, sound breakdown and traveling steps. A typical class begins with a leg and ankle warm-up, followed by progression work. We focus heavily on musicality, rhythm and timing, which is an essential part of tap training. Ages 6 and up. 50 minutes
Acrobatics (Acro)
Acrobatic Dance, or acro as it is commonly referred to by dancers and dance professionals, is the beautiful fusion of classic dance technique and the precision and athleticism of acrobatic elements. Often defined by unique choreography, acro dancers seamlessly blend musicality, emotional expression, line and extension with acrobatic movements in a dance context. All acro classes are self-paced and students will keep track of their progress through various training tools. Classes focus on strength, flexibility, balance, limbering, and tumbling. Gymnastics mats are used until the teacher feels the students are ready to tumble on the bare floor. Ages 5 and up. 50 minutes.
Acrobatic Dance, or acro as it is commonly referred to by dancers and dance professionals, is the beautiful fusion of classic dance technique and the precision and athleticism of acrobatic elements. Often defined by unique choreography, acro dancers seamlessly blend musicality, emotional expression, line and extension with acrobatic movements in a dance context. All acro classes are self-paced and students will keep track of their progress through various training tools. Classes focus on strength, flexibility, balance, limbering, and tumbling. Gymnastics mats are used until the teacher feels the students are ready to tumble on the bare floor. Ages 5 and up. 50 minutes.
Hip Hop
A high energy class that uses the latest sounds in rap, R&B, and pop music together with movements influenced by some of today's hottest video choreographers. Dances are presented in an age appropriate manner. Hip Hop encompasses movement that has elements of popping, locking, and breaking as well as freestyle movement to give students the opportunity to develop their own sense of style. Hip Hop is urban, diverse, and ever-changing. Ages 6 and up. 50 minutes
A high energy class that uses the latest sounds in rap, R&B, and pop music together with movements influenced by some of today's hottest video choreographers. Dances are presented in an age appropriate manner. Hip Hop encompasses movement that has elements of popping, locking, and breaking as well as freestyle movement to give students the opportunity to develop their own sense of style. Hip Hop is urban, diverse, and ever-changing. Ages 6 and up. 50 minutes
Jumps, Extensions, and Turns
JET is a fun and challenging class that focuses on learning “dance tricks”: jumps, turns, floor work and combinations of each. Students will gain strength and placement through conditioning exercises to warm up. These training routines focus on the dancers’ core as well as feet and ankles and will be done in consistent repetition to encourage improved jumping and balancing techniques. Students will then be guided in the proper way to approach their tricks safely, and with correct techinique, using guided progression tactics. They will practice proper execution, blending tricks with choreography, as well as implementation of acro skills. Dancers can perfect their traditional jumps and turns, be challenged to obtain some new exciting tricks and maybe even create some of their own! This is a non-recital class. 60 minutes
JET is a fun and challenging class that focuses on learning “dance tricks”: jumps, turns, floor work and combinations of each. Students will gain strength and placement through conditioning exercises to warm up. These training routines focus on the dancers’ core as well as feet and ankles and will be done in consistent repetition to encourage improved jumping and balancing techniques. Students will then be guided in the proper way to approach their tricks safely, and with correct techinique, using guided progression tactics. They will practice proper execution, blending tricks with choreography, as well as implementation of acro skills. Dancers can perfect their traditional jumps and turns, be challenged to obtain some new exciting tricks and maybe even create some of their own! This is a non-recital class. 60 minutes
We take the utmost care in finding the right level for each student and base our decision on several different criteria, including understanding of technique, classroom behavior, and application of correction. We do not level our students by age only.