BALLET AND PRE-BALLET

Ballet classes are designed to give the dance student a strong technical background. The student will acquire flexibility, muscular strength and physical endurance, as well as a working knowledge of French dance terminology. Students will also develop and redefine their technique, proper alignment, and rhythmic and qualitative understanding. Ballet classes are highly recommended to provide a solid technical base for all dance classes.

COMBINATION CLASSES (Ballet/Jazz, Tap/Jazz)

These are designed for the younger student. They will give the young dancer movement experiences and fundamental knowledge of the basics of dance, as well as a hands-on overview of the world of dance. Students will have the opportunity to explore the world of dance in its various forms.

CREATIVE MOVEMENT 

This class is designed for students age 18 month - 3 years and their parents in order to provide an introduction to movement and rhythm.

HIP HOP/BREAK DANCE

Hip hop and break dance classes are based on street dancing, but will require the student to acquire flexibility, strength, musicality and endurance.

JAZZ

Jazz classes are designed for the student with an interest in learning jazz technique and styles. The student will acquire flexibility, muscular strength and physical endurance. The class will provide the students with a strong sense of discipline of mind and body, as well as a heightened level of physical health.

LYRICAL/MODERN

These classes are designed for the student with an interest in learning a blend of ballet, modern and jazz dance with emphasis on the lyrics and emotions of the music. The student will acquire flexibility, muscular strength and physical endurance. Students will explore improvisation along with a development of artistry. There will be a strong emphasis placed on composition allowing the students to explore their own creativity.

TAP

Tap classes are designed for the student with an interest in learning tap technique, styles and rhythms. They will explore many styles of tap such as classical tap, clogging, jazz tap and rhythm tap. A refinement of style and artistry will be emphasized.