Creative Movement

Creative Movement is an introductory dance class for ages 3-5. This class is designed to develop rhythm, coordination, and stimulate the imagination. A structured environment is introduced in a creative way allowing students to recognize their own individuality and body movement. They will play games that will keep them entertained while learning beginning dance skills that will help students to acquire a lifelong love for dance. Each class is 30 mins.

Split Class

Split Class is for students in Kindergarten and 1st Grade. This class will help students develop coordination, an understanding of dance concepts,  and terminology. Students will be taught structure and discipline while still having fun. Split I receives 30 minutes of Ballet and 30 minutes of Tap each class, Split II receives Ballet, Tap, and Jazz. Through this class the students will learn to use dance as a creative means of self expression.

Combo Class

The Combo Class is for students in Grades 1-5. This class will help students begin to understand more complex dance sequences, as well as terminology. They will develop flexibility, coordination, and confidence. Students will receive a quality learning experience to help them grow in these skills allowing them to reach their fullest potential. There will be 30 minutes of Ballet, Tap, and Jazz during each class for students in Grades 2-3 and 30 minutes of Ballet, Lyrical and Jazz for students in Grades 4-5.

Ballet

Ballet is a classical dance form characterized by grace and precision of movement. Each class will enhance the students' learning process while encompassing both technique and expression. Students will develop coordination and  flexibility while learning discipline, structure and terminology. Ballet is required for students who wish to take Jazz and Contemporary.  

Tap

Tap dance uses rhythmical patterns of foot movement and is characterized by precision and syncopation. Students will develop rhythm and coordination while learning tap terminology and combinations. Each class consists of warm ups, progressions and combos. Students will be making music with their feet!

Jazz

Jazz focuses on expression and style while concentrating on technique and stage presence. Students will gain flexibility and strength while learning several leaps, turns, and combinations. Jazz class is energetic, fun and consists of unique, stylized movements.

Hip-Hop

Hip-Hop is a fun, high energy class that infuses the latest styles and encourages students to bring individual personality and style to movements. It teaches strength, agility, and endurance. Each class consists of warm ups and combinations to all of the latest music. This class is offered for students Grades 2 and up.

College Combo

Our College Combo class will focus on different combos each week while continuing to work on dance technique and foundations. Combos will range from Lyrical and Contemporary to Jazz and Hip Hop. Sign up for the full season or drop in for classes while you are on a school break! We will work on flexibility, strength, and quality of movement while piecing together choreography and combinations. Must be a college student to enroll.

Lyrical

This class combines musicality and expressiveness to create graceful movement and dance, mainly using lyrics to a song. Lyrical class is designed to explore the total movement potential of the body and stresses versatility and improvisation. Students will learn expressive and creative choreography while being inspired by ballet and jazz techniques. This class is offered for students Grades 4 and up.

Musical Theater

This class is all about helping dancers fine tune their performance and stage skills. Students will learn Broadway inspired choreography, movement, and music. Be a triple threat! Class will help to work on fine motor skills, listening, and retention of choreography and technique. Musical Theater is offered for students Grades 2-5 and Grades 6-12.

Dance Conditioning

Our Dance Conditioning series is designed specifically for the Dancers needs. This class will focus on developing a Dancers strength, flexibility, proper form, neuromuscular coordination, stamina, and the ability to relax and restore. We hope to maintain the overall health, well being, and longevity of our Dancers. Conditioning is offered for students Grades 3 and up, class is taught by Michael Howell.

Technique Training

A twist on our Leaps&Turns and CORE Technique classes. This class focuses on proper body alignment, discipline, agility, stamina, and endurance. The goal is to increase flexibility, strength, and balance. Students will utilize both ballet barre and stretching techniques, along with center and across the floor work. Dancers will be able to improve existing skills while learning more difficult leaps and turns. This class is offered for students in Grades 5-7 and Grades 8-12. Class is taught by Kennedy Giancola.

Tech & Tumble

NEW! A mix of our tumbling and technique classes. Students will learn all beginning tumbling skills. Basic progressions such as forward rolls, handstands, drills, bridges, cartwheels, and round offs. Tumbling classes are sure to reinforce strength, coordination, and balance. Classes will focus on proper hand placement and body alignment while providing the building blocks necessary for a students development in dance and overall fitness. Class is for our younger dancers who are starting their technique training, Grades 2-4.