Class Information:
The following classes are part of our recreational program.
This program is geared for the very young dancer, the beginner student, or those children interested in dancing just
for fun.
PS A – 3 Year olds: 45 minute class that uses music and creative movement to teach
dance basics. Class focuses on basic muscle memory skills, musicality, and proper terminology.
Although dance steps in tap and ballet are taught, tap shoes are not used for this level. Simple
tumbling and gymnastic type movement is also incorporated in this class.
PS B –
4 Year olds: 45 minute
class that uses music and creative movement to teach dance basics. Class focuses on basic muscle memory
skills, musicality, and proper terminology in ballet and tap techniques. Class is geared toward the slightly
older child and incorporates the use of tap shoes for the tap portion of the class.
KG
– 5 Year olds: 45
minute class. Class focuses on basic muscle memory skills, musicality, and proper terminology.
Combo A
– Ballet and tap combination class geared for the 6 & 7 year old dancer. Ballet barre exercises
are worked more in depth as is tap terminology and technique. This class bridges the gap between “baby
classes” and the conservatory dancer.
Ballet I – 7 & 8 Year
olds: This class is
an introduction to the world of classical ballet. This 45-minute class gives children an opportunity to
experience a REAL ballet class. Classical music is used for all exercises. Emphasis
is placed on proper terminology as well as body alignment.
Tap/Jazz
I – 7-9 Year olds: This
tap and jazz combination class is a great introduction to the world of dance for the beginner dancer. Dancers
learn techniques of both jazz and tap.
Rec ballet and jazz classes
Hip Hop – 7 and up:
Perfect class for anyone! Funky street jazz that challenges the body and brain.
The following classes are part of our Conservatory program. This program is geared
for those dancers who are interested in performance opportunities, a possible career in dance, or just looking to hone their
skills. If a student wishes to take a jazz or tap class from this program, there is a ballet requirement.
All classes in this program are by teacher recommendation only.
Ballet II (7-9 years) – One-year minimum ballet required or teacher
recommendation.
Ballet III (8-10 years) – Two years minimum ballet required
or teacher recommendation.
Ballet IV (9-11 years) – Three years
minimum ballet required or teacher recommendation.
Ballet V (10-13) – Four years minimum
ballet required or teacher recommendation.
Ballet VI (10 and up) – Four years
minimum ballet required or teacher recommendation.
Ballet VII – Teacher recommendation
only.
Pointe classes are by invitation only.
Jazz II (7-9 years) – One-year minimum jazz required or teacher recommendation.
Jazz III (8-10 years) – Two years minimum jazz required or teacher recommendation.
Jazz IV (9-11 years) – Three years minimum jazz required or teacher recommendation.
Jazz V (10-13) – Four years minimum jazz required or teacher recommendation.
Jazz
VI (10 and up) – Four years minimum jazz required or teacher recommendation.
Jazz VII – Teacher recommendation only.
Tap II (7-9 years) – One-year
minimum tap required or teacher recommendation.
Tap
III (8-10 years) – Two years minimum tap required or teacher recommendation.
Tap
IV (9-11 years) – Three years minimum tap required or teacher recommendation.
Tap V (10-13) – Four years minimum tap required or teacher recommendation.
Tap VI (10 and up) – Four years minimum tap required or teacher recommendation.
Tap VII – Teacher recommendation only.
Stretch and Strengthen -This class utilizes gymnastic movements and technique to build strength and
develop flexibility. Level placement is by teacher recommendation only.
