Class Descriptions

Pre Classes
Our pre level classes will help the youngest dancer begin to develop a dance vocabulary that will grow with them for years to come. Feeling music, and creating visual pictures through movement are the focus of these classes.

Level 1/2
These classes are for dancers with little or no dance experience. Dancers will learn positions of arms and feet, learn traveling turns, pirhouettes, jumps and leaps. Dancers will also learn to assimilate these movements into combinations and full-length routines that reflect the energy and rhythm of different types of music. Level 1/2 classes arm dancers with the knowledge and confidence to go on to the more advanced 3/4 classes.

Level 3/4
These classes are for the intermediate to advanced dancer. Dancers participating in these classes will be expected to exemplify intensity and determination. Traveling turns including axels, fouttes, and chaine jetes will be focused on. All types of leaps, jumps, and fast choreography assimilation are part of the regular class curriculum. Level 3/4 classes truly prepare dancers for performing and a possible transition into the professional world of dance.

*These guidelines are intended to help make class selections. Final determination and placement will be left to the discretion of the instructor.

Class Descriptions

Pre-dance (ages 4-7)
Pre-dance is a fun and fast paced 45 minute class for our youngest dancers. This class will focus on ballet movements such as positions, jumps & turns, taking direction, and developing coordination. The goal of this class is to provide a healthy and positive experience that stimulates a growing love for dance, as well as provide the needed foundation to advance to ballet I/2.

Jazz (ages 7-adult)
Our jazz classes develop flexibility, control, and technique through the use of isolation movements, turns, and jumps. Jazz helps dancers to develop coordination, muscularity, and personal style through an up-tempo and dynamic dance style. Dancers are empowered in their everyday lives through the strength and intensity that this class requires.

Lyrical (ages 8-adult)
Lyrical dance is an extremely expressive dance form that is fluid in style and dramatic in its interpretation of emotionally stirring music. Lyrical dance combines the grace and technique of ballet with the freedom of jazz. Dancers often discover a newfound ability to communicate more openly in their everyday lives. This class encourages inner exploration as well as excellence in dance technique.

Hip Hop (ages 8-adult)
Dance to rhythm fueled soul music and convey your own attitude. Learn popping, locking, and how to hit with precision and funk. Dancer's overall confidence and self-esteem will soar with this class.

Pro-kids (ages 9-14)
This is an unlimited program that is specifically for the younger dancer who wants to be well rounded and prepare for performing company opportunities. Dancers have access to an all-encompassing program, which includes jazz, ballet, lyrical, and hip hop. Pro-kids develop poise, self-confidence, self-expression, and discipline that will be carried into their every day life.