Children & Teen Class Descriptions
Kinderdance
Through the fun of dance, rhythm, and song, this beginner class introduces ballet, tap and tumbling while developing fundamental motor skills, spatial awareness, imagination and expression. There are 2 performance opportunities associated with this class as well as features in our full length ballet productions. Ages 3-4
Combination
Classes that teach introductory ballet, tap, and tumbling. As with the kinderdance classes, we strive to make the child feel special, building self-esteem and self-confidence. We inspire the love of dance by introducing ballet, tap movements, and musicality. Through tumbling we instill balance and coordination.There are 2 performance opportunities associated with this class as well as features in our full length ballet productions. Ages 5-6
Lyrical
An interpretive style of dance that expresses emotions and a storyline. This class encourages the body to flow with the rhythm and tone of the music. Our classes introduce and expand upon basic contemporary techniques with an emphasis on creative stylization. There are 2 performance opportunities associated with this class.
Beginner Ages 6-9
Intermediate Ages 9-12
Advanced Ages 12-18
Beginner Ballet – Junior Company Apprentice
The perfect class for the budding ballerina who wishes to expand their love of ballet in a structured environment. Dancers will learn basic ballet terminology, positions, and techniques as well as participate twice a year in our full length ballet productions. Our ballet classes prepare each dancer with discipline and grace. Ages 7-9
Intermediate Ballet – Junior Company
In this class dancers will develop the strength and elegance of a ballet dancer, while learning discipline, classroom etiquette, and furthering their love for ballet. Emphasis is placed on proper body alignment, execution of rotation, focus on pre-pointe technique, as well as application of port de bra. Dancers will also participate twice a year in our full length ballet productions. Our ballet classes prepare each dancer with discipline and grace. Ages 9-12
Advanced Ballet – Company
This class is designed for the pre-professional level dancer. Emphasis is placed on proper body alignment, execution of rotation, as well as application of port de bra and stylization. This technique intensive program focuses on pointe technique as well as classical and contemporary variations and repertoire culminating in our full length ballet productions twice a year. Our ballet classes prepare each dancer with discipline and grace. Ages 12-18
Pre-Pointe Technique
This class prepares our intermediate ballerinas for dancing en pointe. Exercises focused on ankle and knee strength and stability, pelvic alignment and core strength. Dancers are required to take this class for a minimum of 2 years before pointe evaluations. Ages 9-12
Pointe Technique
This class is designed for the pre-professional level dancer. Emphasis is placed on proper body alignment, execution of rotation, as well as application of port de bra and stylization. This technique intensive program focuses on pointe technique as well as classical and contemporary variations and repertoire culminating in our full length ballet productions twice a year. Our ballet classes prepare each dancer with discipline and grace. Ages 12-18
Tap
This tap class helps unlock your inner Fred Astaire, by providing proper tap technique, mastering rhythm, musicality and tempo of the music. Class curriculum will include a tap warm up and move into complex progressions and rhythmic combinations. There are 2 performance opportunities associated with this class. Ages 7-12
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Hip Hop
Techniques and stylization of Hip Hop dance to their favorite songs in an age appropriate manner. Teaching proper conditioning and warm-up, individualized isolated body movements, and high-energy combinations. There are 2 performance opportunities associated with this class. Ages 7-12
Tuition & Dress Code
45 min – One hour – $65 a month
Two hours – $130 a month
Three hours – $160 a month
Four hours – $170 a month
Five hours – $180 a month
Six Hours- $190 a month
Proper class attire is required for children &
teen dancers. No jeans or dresses.
Ballet Girls: Leotard, pale pink or skin tone
transition tights, pink or skin tone ballet
slippers. All hair must be pulled back away
from the face and up in a bun. Tight shorts or
skirts are optional.
Ballet Boys: Plain white tee shirt, Black pants
and black ballet shoes. Hair must be pulled
back away from the face.
Tap & Contemporary/Lryical: Comfortable,
fitted athletic attire.
Adult Class Descriptions
Adult Ballet Technique
Perfect for new ballet dancers with very little to no experience. Learn about the technique and foundation of Ballet, terminology, alignment, and placement of the body for a safe and efficient way of training.
Adult Beginner Ballet
We recommend some experience in ballet or any dance techniques. This class is great for dancers that are welcoming Ballet or dance back! Starting at the barre with a thorough warm up, followed by stretch/strengthening, and concluding the class with across the floor turns and center jumps!
Adult Repertoire
No barre! Warm up will be a guided improv. We will then follow improv with either a classical ballet variation, an original classical ballet variation, and/or contemporary ballet choreography. Experience is needed for this class.
Adult Beg/Inter Ballet
Experience is necessary but modifications of the exercises are provided! This class is focused on more performance skills and feeling like we are really dancing!! A fun, freeing Saturday class
Adult Beg/Inter Ballet Pointe
This class needs instructor approval. Class can be taken en pointe or flat. This class will focus on strengthening, technique, and placement/alignment for safe training.
Dress code for Adults is comfortable and/or athletic attire with ballet shoes.
