CLASS Descriptions
PRE-BALLET, TAP, & JAZZ FOR 2-5 YEAR OLDS
Your child will enter the magical world of dance while encouraging their confidence as they jump for joy. This class introduces basic ballet positions, jumping, galloping and swaying to the dance music. We encourage these little ones to use their imagination as we use props to tell stories with our dancing. The children will practice their basic technique while also focusing on their fine and gross motor skills. They will practice those skills with finger play and fun steps like skipping. One of our primary goals is to encourage children to learn basic technique, follow instruction and to foster their imagination.
Ballet Classes
The classes following our Pre-Ballet classes are our Level 1 classes. The format of these classes follows a similar pattern, although with more structure. We continue to focus on technique while encouraging them to use their imagination. Ballet classes enhance self-confidence while teaching technique, grace and poise. Dancers will advance in their technique and be able to execute more developed choreography.
These classes are a natural progression from our pre-school classes and we also welcome children who would like to experience ballet for the first time, and look forward to nurturing their love of dance.
The student will now be on their journey of study to become a ballet dancer, and through our Academy will be well equipped to do so.
Jazz Classes
Jazz dancing is a form of dance that showcases a dancer's individual style and originality. Every jazz dancer interprets and executes moves and steps in their own way. This type of dancing is energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, fancy footwork, big leaps and quick turns.
To excel in jazz, dancers need a strong background in ballet, as it encourages grace and balance.
Tap Classes
Tap is a form of dance characterized by using the sounds of tap shoes striking the floor as a form of percussion. Explore Rhythm and musicality through the use of your feet. Students learn the basics to more advanced tap techniques in a fun environment where noise is encouraged.
Contemporary Dance
Advanced level contemporary dance is based on several classical modern techniques. The techniques utilized in this class focus on proper alignment, use of correct rotation, spatial awareness and improvisation in order to prepare students for the rigors associated with ever growing and expanding choreographic demands in our present dance world. The class aims to mix kinesthetic understanding of movement with an exploration into the student’s personal performance skills.