Classes for 3 to 5 year olds

Creative movement classes are a fun-filled introduction to the world of dance.  Each 50 minute class is designed to stimulate the child in a whole body approach to learning.  While utilizing ballet based vocabulary, many forms of movement and varieties of dance are explored.  Dance lessons naturally incorporate a wide variety of gross and fine motor skills while introducing concepts of musicality, tempo, energy, and level. Language and listening skills are enhanced through a variety of poems, stories, and songs.  Social skills are encouraged by learning to take turns, follow directions, gain an understanding of personal space, and follow the rules of classroom etiquette.  Creative movement enhances emotional growth through imaginative exploration and the opportunity to connect with and release emotion through movement.

Ages 3 - 5

Move and Groove is our new high energy creative movement class with an upbeat  urban flair.  Boys will especially love this dance class!  We will stimulate the body and mind learning rhythm patterns, developing gross motor skills, and engaging in imaginative play.  Fun, creative, fast paced. 

Introduction to ballet for 5 to 7 year olds.

Pre-ballet is an age appropriate transition to the formal classical ballet class.  Students learn proper terminology and technique at a pace designed to protect their growing bodies.  Emphasis is placed on safe, gentle stretching and strengthening to develop good posture, placement, and balance.  Pre-ballet class enhances self-confidence while instilling discipline.  Structured, choreographed movement improves memorization skills while free exploration of movement and music keeps imagination alive.
 

Introductory class for 5 to 7 year olds.

A combination class of tap and jazz technique is the perfect introduction to these dance forms.  Emphasis is placed on musicality, energy, and coordination.  Class warm-ups gently improve strength and flexibility.  Students learn basic tap and jazz technique along with proper terminology.  Choreographed dances and improvisation both play a role in developing well-rounded dancers.

Ages 7 through adult.

Ballet offers the best all around training of any dance form.  Among the many benefits of ballet training are increased strength, flexibility, endurance, coordination, and overall athleticism. Ballet students learn discipline, poise, control, and grace. Our classes combine the philosophies and terminologies of the Cecchetti, Vaganova, and RAD methods of training incorporated in the new National Syllabus of the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis School of the American Ballet Theater.

Open to ballet students age 8 and up.

Pre-pointe class is geared to prepare ballet students for the rigors of pointe work.  Emphasis is placed on strength of the ankle, development of the intrinsic muscles of the foot, core body strength, balance and flexibility.

Teacher approval.

Pointe work is an extension of ballet technique for female dancers and is always taken in conjunction with ballet class.  The instructor will determine when a student has the strength and technical ability to begin pointe work. A minimum of two ballet classes per week are required for participation in pointe classes.
 

Ages 7 through adult.

Tap dancing is a fun way to improve coordination, sense of rhythm, and stamina.  Tappers are not only dancers, but musicians.  Our Dance Masters of America graded system combines the many forms of tap from old time hoofing to modern jazz tap technique while incorporating a standard tap vocabulary.  Emphasis is on musicality and rhythmic awareness. 

Ages 7 through adult.

Jazz is a term used to describe a wide variety of dance styles utilizing the isolation of body parts, quick changes of weight and direction, and style connected to specific music. Popular music of each era from the beginning of the “jazz age” to the present defines the dance. The techniques of Luigi, Giordano, Dupree, and Fosse are just some of the dance styles explored.

Teacher approval.

Lyrical and contemporary jazz styles explore the lyrics and emotion of the chosen music.  Students must have a strong dance background and the emotional maturity to communicate artistically through dance movement.  Additionally, concepts of Modern dance are utilized through the exploration of gravity, space, time, and energy. 

Ages 7 through adult.

This class explores the cutting edge of jazz dance by using hiphop music and movement styles originating in 1970’s street dance of the Bronx and developing through what has come to be known as the hiphop culture.  Old school styles such as breaking, popping, and locking combine with modern flow.

Ages 8 through teens.

Learn the chants, stunts, and skills it takes to be a cheerleader.  The focus of this class is on strength, flexibility, and endurance. Cheer is a team sport which combines artistry and athleticism.  Students will learn tumbling skills under the guidance of a certified gymnastics coach. Be ready for high energy teamwork.  This is an excellent formation class to prepare for high school cheerleading.

Ages 6 to 9.

In this class we mix pom dance, acrobatics, and cheerleading skills for a fun combo class.  Safe, age appropriate techniques build strength and flexibility.  Cheerkids gain self-confidence while learning to work in a team setting.

Ages 3 to 6.

Designed for fun, flexibility, and confidence.  A wide variety of gross motor skills are enhanced in this safe and age appropriate acrobatics class. 

Rainy day fun
 

Costume Parade at our Halloween Party