Pre-School
Tiny Tots 1: 2.5-4 years
This beginner dance and creative movement class introduces young dancers to basic coordination exercises, stretching, and flexibility training. Faculty and their assistants introduce basic ballet principles, music appreciation, and discipline skills in a variety of fun and exciting ways. Memory skills and team work concepts are developed in an enjoyable setting teaching young movers the pleasures of dance.
Tiny Tots 2: 4-5 years
All of the elements of the Tiny Tots 1 program are reinforced and students are introduced to tap classes as well. Tiny Tots 2 is conducted with a more structured class format, preparing the student for our children’s program. Both Tiny Tot 1 and Tiny Tot 2 classes are one hour long.
Tot Hop: 3-5 years
Is your little one bouncing around with his/her best moves every time there is music on? Tot hop is a perfect class for those little movers who want to get out there an dance!! A basic introduction to hip hop with age appropriate music and moves. Tot Hop is an alternative to traditional Tiny Tots classes, offering an introduction to dance with a basic foundation of hip hop.
Young Children
Level Program: 5-9 years (Kindergarrten through 3rd grade)
Our Level Program is designed to introduce and develop formal dance training. Level classes consist of one half hour of ballet accompanied by a half hour of jazz or tap or both. All students are required to take ballet. Combination classes ensure a well-rounded preparatory dance education.Level classes are designated as follows:
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- LEVEL 1: 5–6 years (kindergarten)
- LEVEL 2: 6–7 years (first grade)
- LEVEL 3: 7–8 years (second grade)
- LEVEL 4: 8–9 years (third grade)
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Hip Hop
Class is taught to popular kid-friendly and age appropriate music. Students learn basic hip hop concepts and elements while getting all of the benefits of a healthy workout.
Irish Step
Certified T.C.R.G. instructor Patti Hunter teaches traditional beginner-advanced Irish Step classes in a non-competitive environment.
Pre-Ballet
A full hour ballet basics class teaches the basic ballet concepts of body placement, alignment, technique and pedegogy.
Children & Teens
Full hour technique classes beginner – advanced level:
Hourly classes are designed to teach technique on a cumulative level. Please check the schedule for class offerings.
Teen Ballet I: Our Teen Ballet I class is an intermediate level class dedicated to imparting the art of classical ballet. We begin with stretches specific to strengthening the feet and ankles. The class progresses from the ballet barre to incorporate center work, as well as ballet progressions that include turning and grande allegro. Dancers will be encouraged to work on increased French ballet terminology, turnout, understanding the correct alignment and body placement.
Teen Ballet II: Our Teen Ballet II class is an intermediate/advanced level dedicated to the art of classical ballet. Students will work at the ballet barre to focus on technique through stretch and strengthening exercises. Attention is paid to the proper extension of the legs and shape of the feet, developing movement sequences, fluidity of port de bras, balance, as well as the intricacies of small and large jumps.
The Teen program is for students 12 years old & up. It is a perfect dance study program for students
who want to study dance but not participate in an intensive study program.
Teen Ballet II with Pointe: Our Teen Ballet II class is for our advanced Ballet dancers, students who take this class must also take an additional ballet class. First year pointe students will start slowly at the barre and will gradually move to center work on two feet. Building strength and establishing proper placement on pointe are the key goals in this class. It will consist of a Classical Ballet barre warm up focusing on proper body alignment and articulation, followed by across-the floor which focuses on turns, pirouettes, bourree, pas de polka and adagio combinations.
Teen Tap: Teen Tap class is an advanced level class that enables students to use their advanced tap vocabulary to work on musicality, coordination, and speed of movement.
Teen Jazz: Our Jazz class begins with a warm-up and stretches designed to increase flexibility and strengthen the core. We work through progressions across the floor that are designed to increase athleticism, challenge dancers through weight & direction changes, and increase musicality. The class focuses on a broad spectrum of Jazz dance styles from Commercial Jazz to Broadway.
Teen Jazz II: Our Teen Jazz class is an advance level class that begins with a warm-up and stretches designed to increase flexibility and strengthen the core. We work through progressions across the floor that are designed to increase athleticism, challenge dancers through weight & direction changes, and increase musicality. The class focuses on a broad spectrum of Jazz dance styles from Commercial Jazz to Broadway.
Teen Modern II: Our Teen Modern class focuses on execution of technique while at the same time adding the aspect of performance and the development of quality of movement that characterizes the different classical Modern dance styles. These classes focus on contractions, spirals, floor work, and concepts of space, time and force developing technical proficiency, musicality, rhythmic accuracy, improvisation and movement composition.
Teen Acro: Our Teen ACRO/ conditioning is designed for students who want to enhance their dancing with Acrobatic skills that increase strength and flexibility, and well as body awareness, coordination and control.
This class is designed for students who should be able to demonstrate a cartwheel on both sides as well as a round off. Skills of focus include: Splits, Bridge with kicks (right and left), Backbend without a spot, Bridge kickover, Handstand to forward roll, One-handed cartwheel, Backward roll, V-sit for 30 seconds, Plank Hold for 40 seconds, Tuck headstand, Bridge with straight arms and legs, Dive roll and Front Limber. * This class does not participate in the RECITAL.
Teen Contemporary: Teen Contemporary class pushes our teens to incorporate all of their techniques, including ballet, jazz, and modern, to establish fluidity of movement, connecting mind and body, as well as challenge their creativity and self-interpretation of music.
Teen Hip Hop: Our Teen Hip Hop class is an intermediate/advanced level that requires high-energy infusing the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, popping and locking, as well as commercial dance. Classes will encourage students to step outside of the box by bringing their own individual style and personality to the movements.
Dance for Theater: Dance for Theater, is a 1.5 hr class, that will include 45 minutes of Tap for Musical Theater and 45 minutes of Classical Music Theater Jazz. As we work on the student’s knowledge/vocabulary of steps, we will also have a strong focus on stretching and strengthening dancers. We will begin to incorporate choreography that is stylized after Musical Theater choreographers such as Bob Fosse, Agnes deMille, Jerome Robbins, Michael Kidd and Susan Stroman to name just a few.
Irish Step I: Level 1 is for students with little or no Irish Dance experience. Classes will focus on the basics of Irish Step Dancing (Skip 2-3s, Sevens and Threes, etc.) and students will begin learning traditional Reels and Jigs. This beginner Irish Step class is offered in a non-competitive, supportive and fun environment. Additional performances are offered throughout the year; a St. Patrick’s Day Showcase and local community events and venues.
Irish Step II: Level 2 is for students with some Irish Dance experience. Classes will continue to focus on the basics of Irish Step Dancing as well as adding to our repertoire of traditional Reels and Jigs. This Irish Step class is offered in a non-competitive, supportive and fun environment. Additional performances are offered throughout the year: a St. Patrick’s Day Showcase and local community events and venues. (Class placement will be at the discretion of the teacher)
Irish Step III: Level 3 is for students with at least two year’s of Irish Dance. In this class, students will learn more complex traditional Reels and Jigs as well as be introduced to Treble Reels (hard shoe dancing). This Irish Step class is offered in a non-competitive, supportive and fun environment. Additional performances are offered throughout the year: a St. Patrick’s Day and local community events and venues. (Class placement will be at the discretion of the teacher.)
Acro/HHI: Our ACRO/ Hip Hop I class is designed for students who are looking for a creative introduction to dance. This class will begin with working on Acrobatic skills that increase strength and flexibility, as well as body awareness, coordination and control, and end with Hip Hop which develops their own personal expression through movement.
This class is designed for students to work on Acrobatic skills that include: Bridge, Pre-cartwheel, cartwheel (Right and Left), Skipping, Forward pike roll, Bridge, V-Sit, Handstand away from the wall, Split exercises, Tuck jumps, Rock and roll from standing to standing, and so much more.
Acro/HHII: Our ACRO/ Hip Hop II class is designed for students who are looking to progress their Acrobatic and Hip Hop skills. This class will begin with working on Acrobatic skills that increase strength and flexibility, and well as body awareness, coordination and control, and end with Hip Hop which develops their own personal expression through movement.
This class is designed for students to work on Acrobatic skills that include Pre-Splits, Beat handstand, Bridge with kick/jump, Bridge with stacked mat, Bridge from standing, Straddle roll, Cartwheel with correct finish, Round Off, Teddy Bear stand, etc.
Acro/Hip Hop II/III: Our ACRO/ Hip Hop II/ III class is an intermediate level class designed for the students who are looking to progress their Acrobatic and Hip Hop skills. This class will begin with working on Acrobatic skills that increase strength and flexibility, as well as body awareness, coordination and control and end with Hip Hop which develops their own personal expression through movement.
This class is designed for students to work on Acrobatic skills that include Splits, Handstands, Bridge with kick/jump, Bridge from standing, Cartwheel with correct finish, Round Off, etc.
Acro/Hip Hop III: Our ACRO/ Hip Hop Classes are designed for the students who want to enhance their dancing with Acrobatic skills that increase strength and flexibility, as well as body awareness, coordination and control, and develop their own personal expression through movement.
This class is Designed for students with at least 3 years tumbling experience. Students at this level should be able to demonstrate a cartwheel on both sides as well as a round off. Skills of focus include: Pre-Splits 4 inches, Bridge with kicks (right and left), Backbend without a spot, Bridge kickover, Handstand to forward roll, One-handed cartwheel, Backward roll, V-sit for 30 seconds, Plank Hold for 40 seconds, Tuck headstand, Bridge with straight arms and legs, Dive roll, and Front Limber.
Intensive Training Program
Pre-professional Intensive training programs are offered for those students who are interested in focusing on the art of dance as their primary extra-curricular activity. Designed to offer students a well-rounded, diverse education in dance training, the Intensive Training Program offers a program to train dancers to their fullest potential. Age, dance experience, as well as ability are considered for placement. Intensive training programs offer performance opportunities, guest teachers, and extensive individualized instruction. In addition to the end of the year production, intensive study students present an annual holiday performance, as well as various smaller performances throughout the year. Curriculum includes classical ballet and point, modern, jazz, hip-hop/street jazz, tap, lyrical, Pilates, musical theater, improvisation, pedagogy. D
Petite Program:
This program consists of two to four hours of weekly studies in ballet, jazz, tap, modern and improvisation. Supplemental studies such as hip hop, Irish step and dancers’ gymnastics are available options to be incorporated into studies.
Junior Program:
This program consists of four to six hours of weekly studies in ballet, modern, jazz, contemporary, improvisation, pedagogy and dance history. Optional classes include hip hop, Irish step, and Acro.
Senior Program:
Advanced, intensive training program designed for the advanced high school student. This program consists of six to eight hours of weekly studies in ballet, modern, jazz, contemporary, hip hop and repertory. Regular classes also include composition, choreography and improvisation. Increased concert and community performance opportunities are offered.
Adult Barre: Barre Class leaves you energized and empowered! A Barre workout has proven to create long, lean, powerful muscles. Classes include hand weights, yoga straps, therapeutic exercise balls, and resistance bands to enhance your workout.