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Dance

We believe that dance is for every BODY! Kids of all ages and abilities are welcome. Find a style that works for you or join a few. We have something for everyone!

2022 schedule & journeys JAN

                     

Early Learners

Ages 2.5-5

This 30 minute class is perfect for independent dancers aged 2.5-4. Utilizing BrainDance ® dancers will explore early creative movement and terminology. 

 

Dancers must be 2.5 by September 1st

This 45 minute combo class is perfect for independent dancers aged 4-5. Dancers will learn pre-ballet and tap movements and terminology.

Minis

Ages 4-6

This 45 minute class is perfect for your 4-6 year old that may have some previous dance experience. Dancers will learn rhythm, foot control, balance, and spatial awareness.

This 45 minute class is perfect for 4-6 year olds. Utilizing BrainDance ® dancers will explore early ballet movement and terminology. 

This 45 minute class is perfect for 4-6 year-olds. Dancers will explore rhythm, beat, and isolations  with fun, high-energy music.

Proper safety and spotting provided while dancers explore handstands bridges and cartwheels. Great for beginners with little to no acro experience.

Ages 4-7

Youth

Ages 7-11

Dancers will work at the barre as well as center floor and upper levels work across the floor. Correct alignment, proper technique, and dance injury prevention will be part of regular instruction.
Recreational Dancers may choose 1 or 2 days a week
Competition Dancers are required to take 2 days a week

This class will blend ballet with movements that become more fluid with the use of lyrics to tell a story. Ballet technique will serve as the basis for this class, prior ballet experience is strongly advised.

This class will introduce Jazz technique and vocabulary, focusing on classic and broadway styles. Musical rhythms and isolations will be taught with an emphasis on the importance of energy and style. Roots of jazz dance and music will also be explored throughout the season.

Dancers ages 7-11 will learn beginning tap terminology and movement while exploring sound and syncopation.

This high-intensity, high-energy dance style will combine a mix of hip hop styles and breaking. History and culture of hip hop will also be taught.

3 levels available:

Beginner (ages 4-7), Intermediate & Advanced

Proper safety and spotting will be taught, as well as handsprings, cartwheels, handstands, and other acro dance movements.

JUNIOR 

Beginner/Intermediate Ages 12+

This class will build on Ballet technique and vocabulary. Good for beginner to intermediate level students looking to build on proper technique.
Recreational students are welcome to take class 1 or 2 times a week
Competition dancers are required to take class 2 times a week

Blending Contemporary and Modern style, dancers will explore body awareness and emotional intelligence. History of both styles will be taught. A strong foundation in dance is recommended for dancers in this class, ballet and jazz are recommended to be taken concurrently.

This class will explore Jazz technique and vocabulary. Accented movements, musical rhythms, and isolations will be taught with an emphasis on the importance of energy, rhythmical accuracy, and style. The roots of jazz dance and music will be explored throughout the season

This high-intensity, high-energy dance style will combine a mix of hip hop styles and breaking. History and Culture of hip hop will also be taught.

Ages 12+ 

Work on strength, flexibility, technique, and core control. Students will work at the Barre and with tools while learning about dance injury prevention.

3 levels available:

Beginner (ages 4-7), Intermediate & Advanced

Proper safety and spotting will be taught, as well as handsprings, cartwheels, handstands, and other acro dance movements.

 

Beginner/Intermediate Tap class will explore time steps, foot work, & rhythms through combinations and floor crossings.

SENIOR

Intermediate/Advanced Ages 14+

This class will introduce dancers to ballet positions & contemporary vocabulary. Dancers will work at the barre, as well as center floor and across the floor exercises. Correct alignment, proper technique, and dance injury prevention will be part of regular instruction.
Recreational Dancers are welcome to take class 1 or 2 times a week
Contraption Dancers are requires to take class 2 times a week

This class will explore Jazz technique and vocabulary. Accented movements, musical rhythms, and isolations will be taught with an emphasis on the importance of energy, rhythmical accuracy, and style. The roots of jazz dance and music will be explored throughout the season

Contemporary combines elements of modern, jazz, lyrical, and ballet. Body awareness and emotional intelligence will be explored as a part of this class. A strong foundation in dance is recommended for dancers in this class, contemporary ballet and jazz are recommended to be taken concurrently.

This high-intensity, high-energy dance style will combine a mix of hip hop styles and breaking. History and Culture of hip hop will also be taught.

Beginner/Intermediate Tap class will explore time steps, foot work, & rhythms through combinations and floor crossings.

Ages 12+ 

Work on strength, flexibility, technique, and core control. Students will work at the Barre and with tools while learning about dance injury prevention.

2 levels available:

Beginner/Intermediate & Intermediate/ Advanced

Proper safety and spotting will be taught as well as handsprings, cartwheels, handstands, and other acro dance movements.