Class descriptions
Dancing Tots - Ages 2 1/2-3
In this class, basic ballet steps will be taught, along with creative movement and body recognition. This class stresses repetition for muscle strength and memory by combining dance games and fun music. This class is the perfect introduction for a parent free dance class.
Pre Ballet/Tap 1 - Ages 3-5
The perfect 45 minute program to welcome your child to the art of dance. This class is composed of fun filled songs that introduce your child to Tap and Ballet. Not only is this class the perfect “introduction” into the world of dance, it also develops socialization skills, listening skills, independence, and also helps with parent/child separation.
Pre Ballet Ages 3-5
A creative class for your little Ballerina. In this class dancers will learn the basic principles of ballet, gross motor skill development, imaginative movement exploration. This class is a great class for those younger dancers who do not like the noise of Tap class.
Debut Levels Ages 5-8
Ballet * Jazz * Lyrical * Tap
This class is an introduction of the basic styles of Lyrical, Jazz, Tap, and Ballet. Each class will enhance the dancer's knowledge of steps and combinations. Dancers will find their own artistry, through play and performance practice, students will take their technical knowledge and explore their own movement, musicality and creative expression.
Primary Levels Ages 7-10
Ballet 1 * Jazz * Lyrical * Tap
Primary Leveled classes focus on developing coordination, strength, and flexibility, articulation of feet, motor and cognitive skills. Each class offers exercises that are developmentally appropriate to the age of the student. The goal of each class is to facilitate growth of the student's inspiration to dance, move, be creative, while instilling appropriate postures and movement patterns that will be layered upon as they progress in their other dance classes.
Ballet 2 Ages 8-12 Ballet 3 Ages 11-15 Ballet 4 Ages 13-18
Ballet 5 Ages 13 & up Ballet 6 Ages 15 & up Instructor Approval Only
Dancers will perform various stretches to increase flexibility and an understanding of how their muscles coordinate to help them dance. They will spend time at the ballet barre and in the center of the room learning the positions of the arms and feet, as well as, learning basic ballet steps. Dancers will also be taught to travel from one corner of the room to the next by way of basic turns, jumps, and leaps. Dancers will act out various stories like in Creative Movement classes. Dancers will also learn to count music and dance on the correct musical counts. By the end of the season, they will know the names of several ballet steps and positions and will maintain proper ballet etiquette in class. As each level increases the combinations and skills will also increase.
Primary Contemporary Ages 7-13
Intermediate Contemporary Ages 10-17
Advanced Contemporary Ages 13-18
Contemporary dance expands on the technique and movements learned in lyrical class. Growing over popularity in the last decade the contemporary style aims to push dancers and their movement in new directions. Experimentation and improvisation often play a large part in creating contemporary movement. Understanding how your body moves through space, shifting of weight and momentum, floor work and overall body strength and control all play a critical role in this style of dance. This class encourages dancers to feel their movement from within and share that feeling thru performance.
Hip Hop
Debut Ages 4-7
Primary Ages 7-11
Intermediate Ages 10-13
Advanced Ages 13 and up
Dancers develop musicality, creativity, listening skills and coordination. This non-stop, action-packed class includes hip hop, basic break dancing, and dance games that will have your kid moving to the beat! Don’t be intimidated...these classes are great for boys and girls who want to be challenged, learn various styles of hip hop.
Jazz
Intermediate Ages 9-13 Advanced Ages 13-18 Elite Instructor Approval Only
This class introduces an advanced intermediate level of jazz movements and terminology. Students must have a solid dance foundation as this class moves at a very fast pace. Focus on style and technique, including longer and more difficult combinations requiring more control, incorporating bigger leaps (seconds, switch, scissor, etc.), more turns (triple pirouettes, a la seconde turns, etc.) and higher kicks. Each class will consist of a warm-up, across the floor, proper jazz technique, and combinations. Dancers must be enrolled in a ballet class while enrolled in these levels.
Lyrical
Intermediate Ages 9-13 Advanced Ages 13-18 Elite Instructor Approval Only
Lyrical is a combination of light tumbling, ballet technique, jazz technique, as well as some modern styles of dance. In this lyrical class the students will explore their ability to interpret a song's mood as well as feel. Student will work on their flexibility, light tumbling (cartwheels, toe ups, etc), their balance, as well as turning in different ways from traditional jazz/ballet turns. This class is the perfect opportunity for a student to learn self expression, as there may be times where they are allowed to improvise their own choreography as well as interpret their music in their own unique way. Dancers must also be enrolled in a ballet class to take this level.
Tap
Intermediate Ages 9-13 Advanced/Elite Ages 13-18
These classes move at a steady, productive pace, this course prioritizes the acoustic rather than the aesthetic, and simultaneously trains the ear while developing the feet as percussive instruments. Look forward to weekly rhythm scales, rudiments, progressions and combinations that stress syncopation and precisely timed weight shifts. Much emphasis will be placed on maximizing efficiency of movement, relaxation of the joints, and weight placement. Tappers will explore various arrangements of musical patterning and phrasing, as well as the use of dynamics, tone and shading to expand individual artistry and performance. Recognize yourself as a percussive musical artist, gain greater clarity and articulation of your sounds, and take your rhythmic expression to the next level!
Pe-Pointe: Ages 10-18
Pre-pointe classes are offered to ballet students who are not yet on pointe, but are working towards being on pointe. This class helps the dancer to further develop and strengthen the muscles necessary to go en pointe. The class will stress correct alignment and correct classical ballet technique. Each dancer will go en pointe at their own pace and only dancers who the instructor knows are ready will be allowed to purchase pointe shoes.
Pointe 1 and 2 Ages 11-18
This class will include exercises at the barre and in the centre. Students will improve strength and learn more difficult movements, while improving step transitions, fluidity of movement, and presentation. All pointe dancers must take at least 1 ballet class and be approved to be in this class.
Adult Tap Ages 18 and up
This class is perfect for beginner to intermediate dancers. Class will consist of a warm up for the feet and ankles, centre work and across the floor. The level of the class and exercises will depend on the students. This is a no stress class, just for a fun workout for you to stay in shape and feel great.
Adult Ballet Ages 18 and up
It’s never too late to learn Ballet! This class is open to all adults who want to dance! Some adults may have years of ballet experience while others have none. Adults are always welcome to “pick and choose” what they want to do during class and are not required to wear a leotard or tights. Class time will be spent performing barre, center, and corner work with combinations adjusted for different levels of ability as needed. Dancers will learn waltz, and various adagio combinations. Stretching to increase flexibility will be incorporated throughout the class. The level of the class and exercises will depend on the students. This is a no stress class, just for a fun workout for you to stay in shape and feel great
Adult Dance Technique Ages 18 and up
Join us for our dynamic Adult Dance Technique class, where every week brings a new style of dance to explore. From the elegance of ballet and the syncopated rhythms of jazz to the expressive movements of contemporary dance and the infectious energy of hip-hop, each session offers a fresh opportunity to hone your skills. Led by experienced instructors, you'll delve into foundational techniques, mastering posture, alignment, and musicality across diverse genres. Whether you're a novice dancer or seasoned performer, our supportive environment encourages growth and artistic expression. Step into our studio and discover the joy of mastering multiple dance styles in a vibrant community of enthusiasts.
Adventures in Art Ages 6 and up Adult Classes
Weekly classes dive deeper into art using traditional materials including oil pastels, acrylics, watercolors, temperas and pastels. Students will learn to use these mediums in 2D projects that include realism, impressionism, and abstractionism. 3D, collage and sculptural projects introduce students to unique materials including recycled and unconventional objects. Students will also learn about great artists, apply new and established techniques to build confidence to create their own unique works of art.