Fall Classes Start September 6
Explore and Kinder Dance Ages 3 - 5
A thirty minute introductory dance class containing ballet, jazz, acro and creative movement. Young dancers will learn the basic steps while learning how to follow direction and imitate movement in a positive environment. Engaging music is used to get these little guys inspired to dance. The use of props such as ribbons and hula hoops, enables the young dancers to use their imagination, creativity and, most of all, have fun!
Acro
Acro Dance is a styleof Acrobatics used specifically for dancers. It is a genre of dance which incorporates elements of gymnastics, jazz, balancing, tumbling and basic contortion. Students learn Acrobatic tricks such as handstands, cartwheels, chest stands, elbow stands, walkovers, side and front aerials and tumbling. Trick movements are usually executed slowly to emphasize gracefulness, body lines and picturesque extension.
Ballet
The foundation of all dance technique begins with ballet. Learn to stand with confidence, move with precision and develop accurate posture and alignment gaining poise, grace, confidence and strength. Ballet also teaches commitment, determination and body awareness. Classes are available for both recreational and competitive dancers ages 5+.
Hip Hop
Whether your child is dying to rock the dance floor and show off their mad style or they want an opportunity to dance without the formal attire; Hip Hop dance is powerful and electrifying. Students will learn about the history, music, culture, and styles that makes Hip Hop one of the most popular styles today. This class helps develop individuality by allowing each student the opportunity to exhibit their uniqueness and personal style. They are encouraged to let their voice be heard, groove wholeheartedly to the beat, and bring pride and confidence into their dancing. Once your dancer starts tapping, they won’t want to stop! This style of dances put the dancer in control of the rhythm and beat. Classes begin by teaching the basic step to help develop a foundation that leads to a deep understanding of phrasing, rhythm and co-ordination. Classes are available for both recreational and competitive dancers ages 5+.
Jazz
Jazz dance is a energetic class that helps increase flexibility, strength, control, musicality and confidence. Dancers will earn various styles of jazz to help develop a well-rounded foundation for increasingly more complex and intricate work. This class includes a warm-up, stretches, isolations, across-the-floor work and combinations. Classes are available for both recreational and competitive dancers ages 5+.
Lyrical
Contemporary / Lyrical dance is a creative style of expressive dance which combines elements of several dance styles including Modern, Jazz, Lyrical, and Ballet. This style of dance stresses versatility and improvisation, unlike the strict structured nature of ballet. Contemporary and Lyrical dancers focus on floor work, using gravity as a tool to move their bodies. Classes are available for both recreational and competitive dancers age 9+.
Musical Theater
This class is the triple threat incorporating basic jazz, with the singing, acting and dancing. This is a fun class that brings all the aspects of performing together. Classes are available for both recreational and competitive dancers ages 7+.
Tap
Once your dancer starts tapping, they won’t want to stop! This style of dances put the dancer in control of the rhythm and beat. Classes begin by teaching the basic step to help develop a foundation that leads to a deep understanding of phrasing, rhythm and co-ordination. Classes are available for both recreational and competitive dancers ages 5+.