Class Descriptions and Schedule
- Lyrical: This class blends contemporary techniques with modern accents and contemporary style, all to a fun soundtrack of pop and indy music.
- Tap: In this class we will make music with our feet! Students will explore rhythm and syncopation through fun movement exercises, incorporating footwork, body percussion, and improvisation! Dancing to a variety of song styles, we will not only dance TO the music, but WITH the music!
- Ballet/Tap Combination Class: A combination of ballet and tap basics is a great way to experience two classes. Tap will be an introduction to rhythm, tempo and musicality. Ballet will focus on simple barre work and ballet skills. This class blends the two styles into an hour of skills and fun.
- Pre-Ballet:This class is for ages 3-4 years. We will focus on the enjoyment of music and dance with an introduction to Classical Ballet. The class will include stretching and basic ballet positions and movements. It will include an exploration of rhythms and tempos, moving through space and in patterns. We will end the class with some fun dance games and a stamp or sticker for each child.
- Ballet: We consider Ballet the basis for all dance. The classes will include barre exercises for warm-up and to create strength in the legs and feet, stretching, turns, leaps and combinations. We will focus primarily on developing a strong technical foundation, while emphasizing proper alignment,musicality, and classical ballet technique.
- Jazz/Funk: This class explores a wide range of movements and syncopated rhythms with a strong foundation in classical technique. Certain elements such as kicks, leaps, turns, splits, and isolations along with stretch exercises and floor work will help students gain body awareness and strength, while developing each individual's creativity and most importantly, their love for dance.