All age ranges are approximate and are not the primary factor in level placement. Students should have at least 2 years of consecutive dance before enrolling in a leveled class. Class placement will be based on the skill level of the individual dancer at the discretion of their teachers and in consultation with the director.

Tiny Tot Hop

ages 4-5 years

30 minutes

Tiny Tot Hop is an introduction to hip hop with basic hip hop technique, movement, and exercises. This class is a fun, upbeat move and groove style class that is perfect for any tot that wants to get up and move!

Schedule:

Thursdays 4:00-4:30

Tiny Tot A

ages 3-4 years

45 minutes

Tiny Tot A is a creative movement class with introductions to ballet and tap techniques. The students will explore the space with dance and music. They will be introduced to basic ballet skills and vocabulary, basic tap steps and rhythms, and very basic jumps, rolls, and balancing skills. The students will be introduced to proper dance etiquette including respecting one another, listening to the teacher, following instructions, and how to work well with others.

Schedule:

Tuesdays 4:00-4:45

Wednesdays 4:55-5:40

Saturdays 9:00-9:45

Tiny Tot B

ages 3-4 years

45 minutes

for 4 year olds turning 5 during the season

Tiny Tot B is a combination of ballet and tap techniques. The students will learn basic ballet skills, positions, and basic tap steps as well as musical cues, rhythms, and timing. Basic jazz skills are introduced including types of shakes, skips, and jumping skills. The students will be introduced to proper dance etiquette including respecting one another, listening to the teacher, following instructions, and how to work well with others.

Schedule:

Mondays 4:15-5:00

Tuesdays 5:30-6:15

Wednesdays 4:00-4:45

Saturdays 10:30-11:15

Lower/Upper Elementary
ages 5-10

Elementary Combo

ages 5-7 years
must be in Kindergarten or above

1 hour

Students in Elementary Combo are required to be enrolled in Kindergarten or above. Elementary Combo is a combination class that includes ballet and tap techniques as well as well as an introduction to jazz technique. This class will focus on rhythm, timing, musicality and basic dance vocabulary. The students will start to learn body alignment, posture, and dance etiquette.

Schedule:

Mondays 4:15-5:15

Thursdays 5:10-6:10

Saturdays 10:30-11:30

Elementary Hip Hop

ages 5-7 years
must be in Kindergarten or above

45 minutes

Students in Elementary Hip Hop must be enrolled in Kindergarten or higher. Elementary Hip Hop introduces basic hip hop skills and tricks to upbeat music. Dancers will learn how to stretch properly and will be given strength exercises. This class will help students become stronger in balance, strength, rhythm, and coordination.

Schedule:

Tuesdays 4:00-4:45

Preparatory Combo

ages 8-10 years

1 hour and 15 minutes

Preparatory classes are designed specifically to prepare students for the leveled classes. This class will focus more on an extensive dance vocabulary and mastering combinations in ballet, tap, and jazz techniques.

Schedule:

Mondays 5:00-6:15

Preparatory Hip Hop

ages 8-10 years

1 hour

Preparatory classes are designed specifically to prepare students for the leveled classes. Preparatory Hip Hop introduces beginner hip hop skills and tricks to upbeat music. Dancers will learn how to stretch properly and will be given strength exercises. This class will help students become stronger in balance, strength, rhythm, and coordination.

Schedule:

Tuesdays 4:55-5:55

Musical Theatre

starting at age 6

Please see the Musical Theatre Page for more information.

Middle/High School

All age ranges are approximate and are not the primary factor in level placement. Students should have at least 2 years of consecutive dance before enrolling in a leveled class. Class placement will be based on the skill level of the individual dancer at the discretion of their teachers and in consultation with the director.

Ballet

Starting at age 10

Level 1 and Level 2

Ballet 1 is a beginner level class that focuses on refining body lines and balance to prepare the student for the accurate execution of ballet movements. The students will focus on proper body placement, vocabulary, strength, and body support.

.*Typically a minimum of 2-3 years of consecutive enrollment is required in this class before advancing to the next level.

Ballet 2 is an intermediate class that focuses on proper body placement, alignment, and turnout. At this level the student must understand ballet vocabulary and terminology. Work at this level becomes quicker and more intricate.

Schedule:

Level 1 on Mondays 6:15-7:30

Level 2 on Mondays 6:15-7:30

Tap

Starting at age 10

Levels 1, 2 and 3

Tap 1 focuses on the basic beginner tap skills as well as balance, rhythm, timing, and leg/foot coordination.

Tap 2 focuses on more beginner/intermdeiate tap skills as well as balance, rhythm, timing, and leg/foot coordination. The students will start to learn about more stylized tap including Broadway tap, rhythm, and freestyle.

*Typically a minimum of 2-3 years of consecutive enrollment is required in Levels 1 and 2 before advancing to the next level.

Tap 3 focuses on the skills listed above at a more intermediate/advanced tap level.

Schedule:

Tap 1 on Mondays 5:20-6:05

Tap 2 on Wednesdays 7:05-8:05

Tap 3 on Wednesdays 5:50-6:50

Jazz

Starting at age 10

Levels 1, 2 and 3

Jazz 1 is a beginner class that focuses on proper technique and proper body placement in order to execute certain skills, including turns and leaps. Strength and stamina is also a large focus for this class.

Jazz 2 is an intermediate class that focuses on proper technique and proper body placement in order to execute certain skills including turns and leaps. Students will also understand the importance of strength and stamina for this jazz technique. More intricate steps and combinations will be introduced in this class.

*Typically a minimum of 2-3 years of consecutive enrollment is required in Levels 1 and 2 before advancing to the next level.

Tap 3 focuses on the skills listed above at a more intermediate/advanced jazz level.

Schedule:

Jazz 1 on Thursdays 6:15-7:30

Jazz 2 on Wednesdays 5:25-6:55

Jazz 3 on Wednesdays 7:00-8:30

Contemporary

Starting at age 10

Level 1 and Level 2

Contemporary is a style of expressive dance that combines elements of ballet, jazz, lyrical, improvisation, and modern techniques. Contemporary 1 is a beginner class and Contemporary 2 is an intermediate class. Dancers will be encouraged to be versatile in their expressions, being able to portray a wide array of movement styles and emotion. This class focuses on spatial and body awareness, use of body weight, floor work, leaps, turns, efficiency of muscle usage, and safe body alignment. It is recommended that Contemporary students also take a ballet or jazz technique class to further improve the development of their contemporary technique.

*Typically a minimum of 2-3 years of consecutive enrollment is required in Level 1 and 2 before advancing to the next level.

Schedule:

Contemporary 1 on Wednesdays 4:15-5:15

Contemporary 2 on Tuesdays 6:20-7:20

Hip Hop

Starting at age 10

Level 1 and Level 2

Hip Hop 1 is a beginner class and Level 2 is an intermediate class. They both focus on developing rhythm and coordination while encouraging individual style. Students will be able to have freedom of movement including adding in their own personalities. Dancers will practice various techniques, steps and moves focusing on rhythm, body awareness, and musical interpretation.

*Typically a minimum of 2-3 years of consecutive enrollment is required in Level 1 and 2 before advancing to the next level.

Schedule:

Hip Hop 1 on Tuesdays 6:05-7:05

Hip Hop 2 on Thursdays 6:35-7:35