Saturday, August 2, 2014

Dance Class Descriptions

2015 Spring Class Offering

It will be RECITAL TIME before we know it! There is still time for your dancer to join a class and get started before we begin our recital preparations! Here is the most up-to-date list of classes we offer for our Toddlers-High School dancers! Contact us if you have any questions!

*Multiple Class/Family Discounts Available

YOUTH DANCE PROGRAM

Movement and Dance classes for the youngest dancer!

(Classes Jan 5-April 30)

Mini Movers Classes (Ages 2-5)

Mini Movers - Toddler: (Geared toward ages 2-3)

FUN MOVEMENT & DANCE CLASS for the youngest dancer! Curriculum designed for boys and girls to encourage creativity and independence through music and movement. Basic dance elements will be introduced, as well as teamwork and making choices, while learning to follow dance class etiquette. $36/mo.* + recital & costume fees

Mini Dancers - Pre-School - KDG: (Geared to ages 4-5)

Great beginner class for the new dancer. Curriculum designed for boys and girls to explore creativity through music and movement. Basic dance elements and ballet terminology will be introduced, while children gain independence, learn sharing, teamwork, and follow dance class etiquette.
$36/mo.* + recital & costume fees

Youth Dance Classes (Age 5-6-7)

Combo I:
Young dancers will learn the grace, poise, and terminology of ballet with upbeat skills and movements of jazz class. Emphasis is placed on teaching proper technique, & encouraging a passion for dance. Great for new or beginner level dancers. Young dancers learn dance class etiquette including to control bodies, and respect classmates. $36/mo.* + recital & costume fees

Combo II:
In this upbeat level II combo class designed for dancers that have learned to control their bodies (and voices) in combo I, and improve upon their ballet basics with upbeat skills and movements of jazz class. Emphasis is placed on improving proper technique and encouraging a passion for dance. $36/mo.* + recital & costume fees

JUNIOR DANCE PROGRAM

Dance classes for the students Age 8-11!

(Classes Jan 5-April 30)

Junior Dance Classes (Ages 8+)

Ballet I & II:

** Ballet is the foundation for all dance classes. **

Dancers will learn the grace and terminology of ballet, while building balance and coordination. Ballet and jazz classes build strength and skill year upon year and it recommended for all dancers. $36/mo.* + recital & costume fees

Jazz I & II:
This high-energy class will teach dancers as proper jazz footwork, terminology, and basic technique. Skills include leaps ad turns. Ballet & jazz classes build strength & skill year upon year & it recommended for all dancers. $36/mo.* + recital & costume fees

Hip Hop I & II:
This high-energy class will incorporate strong hip hop motions and rhythm. Great start for dancers new to hip hop style ** Add Jazz class to increase technical skills and coordination! $36/mo.* + recital & costume fees

Pom I & II:

** Great for future cheerleaders or dance team members. **
This class will allow dancers to learn jazz skills-skills- such as leaps, turns, and kicks, and sharp motions of pom. (Did you know that Junior Colleges offer Books and Tuition Scholarships to members of the Dance Team? Just something to think about!)

$36/mo.* + recital & costume fees

Tap II:

This upbeat, high energy class improves dancers' rhythm of basic tap steps, balance, and weight transfers to create fun dance combinations. $36/mo.* + recital & costume fees

Lyrical:

** Ballet is the foundation for all dance classes. **

Dancers will combine grace and strength training of ballet with the beauty and emotion of lyrical dancing- in this combination of ballet and jazz. $36/mo.* + recital & costume fees

TEEN/SENIOR

DANCE PROGRAM

Dance classes for the students Age 12-18!

(Classes Jan 5-April 30)

Teen/Senior Dance Classes (Ages 12-18)

Lyrical:

** Ballet is the foundation for all dance classes. **

Dancers will combine grace and strength training of ballet with the beauty and emotion of lyrical dancing- in this combination of ballet and jazz. $36/mo.* + recital & costume fees

Jazz/Hip Hop Combo:
This high-energy class will teach dancers as proper jazz footwork, terminology, and basic technique. Skills include leaps and turns. The high-energy hip hop portion of the class will incorporate strong hip hop motions and rhythm. Ballet & jazz classes build strength & skill year upon year & it recommended for all dancers. $36/mo.* + recital & costume fees

Optional Junior/Teen/Senior Classes (Ages 8-18)

Pom:

$36/mo.* + recital & costume fees

Tap:

This upbeat, high energy class improves dancers' rhythm of basic tap steps, balance, and weight transfers to create fun dance combinations. $36/mo.* + recital & costume fees

*Multiple Class/Family Discounts Available

Thursday, August 1, 2013

2014 Dress Code:

2014 Dress Code:

We will be enforcing a more strict dress code for the season. We all perform best when we are dressed the part. Dance class is a special place for dancers and wearing proper attire will put dancers in the proper mindset to do their best. Thank you- Michelle

Please put your dancer’s name on your things.

No Jewelry.

Hair MUST be securely up and out of the dancer’s face. Hair in the face is very distracting to both the dancer and the teacher. It also prevents the teacher from seeing proper alignment of the head, neck, and shoulders. Please put extra ponytail holders in your dancer’s bag!

Itty Bitty, Youth Combo I & II:

Leotard and tights allow teachers to see the dancers alignment and posture to teach proper placement to improve technique and prevent injury. Ballet slippers or slip on jazz shoes. Itty Bitty may go barefoot- but should not wear tights as that is very slippery.

Tap, Jazz, and Pom Classes:

Leotard and tights allow teachers to see the dancers alignment and posture to teach proper placement to improve technique and prevent injury. Dancers may wear dance/bootie shorts, dance leggings, yoga pants/jazz pants. Please note- to prevent slipping, pants should not be longer than the ankle.

Lyrical/Ballet:

Leotard or tight fitting tank top will allow teachers to see the dancers alignment and posture to teach proper placement to improve technique and prevent injury. Dancers may wear dance/bootie shorts, dance leggings, yoga pants, jazz pants.

Hip Hop:

Swag is the name of the game here. Emphasis is placed on body isolations and dancing with feeling and power. Dancers should wear dance wear or athletic wear that allows them to move freely and feel confident. Clothing can be loose, but not distract them from the lesson.

Shoes:

Itty Bitty, Combo, Ballet: Pink ballet slippers (I do not recommend the ballet slippers from Walmart or Target. They are very slippery and fall off the dancer’s feet. Invest the extra bucks on a good canvas or leather slipper!)

Tap:

Youth or Beginner Tappers: Black tap shoes with rubber band tap ties (will be available at the studio)

Age 9+: Prefer a tap shoe with laces to allow for more complex movements. Other shoes will work fine.

Jazz: Black Slip on Jazz Shoes or Tan Slip on Jazz Shoe. (May vary by routine esp. for competitions)

Lyrical/Ballet: Pink ballet slippers, tan jazz slip on, foot/toe pads

Hip Hop: CLEAN Tennis shoes (No street shoes)

You wouldn’t wear tights and a leotard to basketball practice, please don’t wear basketball shorts and t-shirts to dance class.

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Friday, June 14, 2013

Summer Dance Fun

There are still 2 weeks left for our Summer Dance session. Since we offer a new dance style each week, it's like a new class every week! New dancers won't be behind!

Contact us if you want more information on summer dance or to get future updates!

Want to hear more about our studio? Like our facebook page or visit our website. We'd LOVE to have you come dance with us!

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Heck, why not register for class right now? Go ahead!