Classes for ages 7 and Under

This class‏ is an introduction to the world of dance and rhythm through basic creative movement. Students will learn the basics of tap and ballet, core balance and rhythms while reinforcing behavioral skills such as sharing, taking turns, following directions, listening and social skills. Your child’s first experience of the arts will be in a positive, constructive, nurturing environment.

Ages 2.5-3.5

This class teaches the basic introduction to dance. The class provides basic instruction of tap, ballet and tumbling, and not only teaches children basic dance and locomotive skills, but also how to conduct themselves in a classroom atmosphere. Sharing this positive experience with their peers, students will gain an understanding of teamwork that positively benefits and influences their everyday lives.

Pre-K | Ages 3.5 - 4.5

This class teaches children the correct disciplines of the ballet barre, ballet positions, body alignment and center floor work. Students develop a sense of rhythm and musicality through the basics of tap dance. For the finishing touch, young dancers are also introduced to a variety of tumbling skills.

Kindergarten - 1st Grade | Ages 4.5 - 7

The kids will sure have a blast in this mash-up class. Students will learn sharp and precise arm motions while holding pom-poms in hand. In pom we focus on both jazz and hip-hop styles of dance.  The second half of this class will focus on the 

fundamentals of acrobatic technique. Students will learn such things as handstands, chin stands, elbow stands, cartwheels, back bends, walkovers, balance, & contortion tricks. 

Kindergarten - 1st Grade | Ages 4.5 - 7

This class is a fun and high energy combo.  Dancers will learn the basic steps of jazz dance with turns, kicks, and leap steps along with popular simple rhythm techniques and fun expression.  In the second half of class we teach stylized technique along with popular hip-hop moves. It also gives the dancer knowledge in coordination, physical strength and promotes self-confidence. Dancers will be dancing away with fun, popular and age appropriate music.

Kindergarten - 1st Grade | Ages 4.5 - 7

Ballet is a classical form of dance. It is the foundation of all dance technique as it works strength, flexibility and helps the dancer to create long, beautiful lines of the body. It is characterized by its precision of movement, its musicality and its grace.

Lyrical: Based on the technique used in ballet and jazz, this form of dance has become very popular. Lyrical dance often uses the words of a song as the intent of the dance. It is usually slow and sustained movements with long lines and emotional content. (Must be taken with Ballet)

Tap dancing makes the dancer a musician. The dancer creates rhythmic patterns with the metal plates on the bottom of his/her shoes. Like jazz dancing, tap uses a variety of styles. It can be light on the feet or it can be grounded with an urban street style.

Jazz dance is a highly energetic and dynamic way of moving. It includes a variety of styles including Broadway, street jazz, Latin jazz and funk. It can be controlled and slow or sharp and explosive. Jazz dance is very expressive and highly entertaining.

Hip Hop is rhythmic dancing to hip hop music. It uses the most up to date movements of hip-hop culture. It is a style of dance that originated in the streets of New York and Los Angeles and has been made popular by music videos.

Acrobatics teaches flexibility, balance, strength, muscle control, discipline & concentration. This class will focus on fundamental acrobatic technique. Students will learn such things as handstands, chin stands, elbow stands, cartwheels, back bends, walkovers, balance, & contortion tricks. Acro is not the typical tumbling or gymnastics class. This class is great for students looking to enhance their agility, flexibility, & strength.

Pom Dance is a unique style of dance that accentuates precise and sharp arm movements and technique while holding pom-poms in hand. Jazz and Hip-Hop are the two styles that are demonstrated most in pom routines. You may often see this style of dance on the sidelines of sporting events at football and basketball. (Must be taken with Ballet or Jazz)