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PRE-BALLET
This class introduces the 3 to 5 year old to beginning ballet steps,
improves gross motor skills and flexibility, & encourages creative
movement to various types of music.
KINDERGARTEN
COMBO
A unique class for the 5 year old. Combines 30
minutes of pre-ballet with 30 minutes of tap. Class times
accommodate most kindergarten schedules.
CLASSICAL BALLET
Classical ballet is available to children aged 6
through adults. Careful training in ballet will instill grace and
strength that will be a valuable asset through adulthood. Pointe
work is available through invitation only, as a child must be
physically and technically ready in order for this strenuous work
not to be detrimental to body growth.
LYRICAL BALLET
A class for the intermediate to advanced ballet
dancer who wants to develop the artistic, creative and expressive
side of ballet. Must be currently placed and enrolled in a
"company" ballet class. Class by invitation only.
HIP HOP
A vibrant, energetic urban dance technique for the
new millennium. Offered to students age 10 and up.
COMPETITION TEAM
Love to dance to perfection?
Want to compete more than in the summer months? Currently
placed and enrolled in at least a junior company level of ballet,
tap and jazz? Join our Competition Team! |
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JAZZ
Jazz continues to evolve, as does our popular
culture, and can encompass such varied styles from classical to
swing, hip hop and funk. Choose Introduction to Jazz for first year
jazz students, and Kidz Jazz I-II or Teen Jazz based upon the
Director’s recommendation. Jazz companies are by invitation only.
MODERN
Modern uses impulse, dynamics, shape and design to
explore and develop new movement language. Graham, Horton and Limon
techniques will be utilized. Must be currently placed and enrolled
in a "company" ballet class. Class by invitation only.
TAP
Tap is the greatest rhythm builder known. Tap will
develop quickness of step, mind and precision in movement. Tap is
available to children aged 6 through adults.
BALLET
PERFORMING COMPANY
This class is offered by invitation only to students
who have completed Ballet V, who demonstrate both strong technical
aptitude and maturity. This course emphasizes choreography,
combining dancers of varying experience (age 11-18) with the goal of
performing a mini-ballet in the annual recital. Course MUST be
taken in addition to the appropriate level classical ballet class.
BALLET, TAP &
JAZZ COMPANIES
These classes are offered by invitation only to
students with prior dance experience, who demonstrate exceptional
ability and maturity. Recommendation by current instructor is
required. |