Pre-Ballet
Gives the student a basic knowledge of ballet terminology and beginner technique.
*Ages 3-4
Ballet
A classical dance form with specific terminology, technique and choreography. It is the base of all forms of dance and is a requirement for all students.
*Ages 5 and up
Pointe
Pointe is an advancement of classical ballet technique in which a ballet dancer supports all body weight on the tips of fully extended feet within pointe shoes.
*Ages 12 and up
**Approval by Ms. Carol is required in order to enroll in this class.
Contemporary
With a ballet base, contemporary provides a more free style of dance, and an opportunity to show emotion. Students learn to feel the freedom in movement and also learn about choreography.
*Ages 7 and up
Jazz
A blend of multiple styles of dance that is energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, fancy footwork, big leaps and quick turns. It focuses on technique and showcases a dancers individual style and originality.
*Ages 6 and up
Musical Theatre
A dance style that is all about performance and using the lyrics of the music and a dancers own emotion to portray a story through dance.
*Ages 11 and up
Modern
A dance form that is an opposition of classical ballet. It rejects the limitations and makes the dancer aware of the use of their entire body.
*Ages 11 and up
Tap
A dance style characterized by using the sounds of tap shoes striking the floor as a form of percussion. Focuses on musicality and rhythm.
*Ages 5 and up
Conditioning
A class that focuses on strengthening and stretching a dancers muscles which will improve overall technique and performance as well as avoid injury.
*Ages 6 and up