Program
Descriptions
Ballet Ballet focuses on allowing dancers to learn classical terminology and technique that is the foundation of the art of dance. Dancers will learn proper alignment, posture, and fluidity through classical ballet.
Jazz High-energy dance style with a focus on isolations, turns, and leaps. Dancers will learn flexibility while also connecting different movements through combinations.
Lyrical Learn to express and tell a story through this style as you flow through different movements. Lyrical takes the slow fluidity of ballet and mixes it with the turns and leaps of jazz.
Tap Rhythmic patterns and musicality will be key in this class. Dancers will learn to tap to different music patterns and connect steps together.
Acro/Tumbling Take gymnastics to the dance floor in these classes. Individual focus is key in this class where dancers will learn tumbling on mats as well as a wide range of skills from backbends, cartwheels, aerials and back handsprings.
Hip Hop A structured method of learning various Hip Hop movements, while providing an intense workout in an energetic environment. Dancers will have fun with this upbeat style as they learn combinations to popular and high-energy music!
Mini Movers (Age 3) Introduces the basics of creative dance, movement, and fundamental ballet & Tap technique. Incorporating the practices of gross & fine gross motor skills, introducing concepts of music, movement sequencing, your child's imagination and self esteem are encouraged and strengthened throughout each class. Integrates social skills, such as taking turns, cooperation, and using friendly words and actions.
JumpStarts This Preschool Program is designed especially for our 4 year olds. This class will provide our younger dancers an intro to the Tap and Ballet world! Creating fun rhythms with the feet as well as wonderful technique, beautiful lines and twirls. Incorporating the practices of gross & fine gross motor skills with attention, introducing concepts of music, movement sequencing, your child's imagination and self esteem are encouraged and strengthened throughout each class. Integrates social skills, such as taking turns, cooperation, and using friendly words and actions.
Jazz & Twirl (Age 5) Introduces the basics of creative dance, movement, and fundamental ballet and jazz techniques. Incorporating the practices of gross & fine gross motor skills with attention, introducing concepts of music, movement sequencing, your child's imagination and self esteem are encouraged and strengthened throughout each class. Integrates social skills, such as taking turns, cooperation, and using friendly words and actions.
Tap & Twirl (Age 5) Introduces the basics of creative dance, movement, and fundamental ballet and Tap techniques. Incorporating the practices of gross & fine gross motor skills with attention, introducing concepts of music, movement sequencing, rhythms, your child's imagination and self esteem are encouraged and strengthened throughout each class. Integrates social skills, such as taking turns, cooperation, and using friendly words and actions.
Flip Hop (ages 5-7)Tumble, flip, move and jump! Acrobatic classes are a great addition to our Dance Program where your dancer will learn new tumbling skills on a mat in a safe, structured environment. This class will help your dancer increase strength and flexibility combined with the upbeat style and music of Hip Hop.
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
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