Classes

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Introduction to Dance is for the beginning student between the ages of four and six years old. This class introduces the young child to musicality, simple floor patterns, partnering, mime coordination and strengthening exercises.

Classical Ballet provides a gradual technical progression throughout the various age levels in the basic principals of ballet. It is the foundation for achieving body strength and body placement. Ballet equips the ongoing dancer with the knowledge and the control necessary to approach other dance forms and therefore is required of all students before any other dance form is attempted. Free movement is also incorporated with the classical work and exercises. Classes in Pointe, partnering, variations and performance are also offered under the directors discretion when the student is ready.

The Royal Academy of Dance is a world leader in dance education and training.  Students have the option of taking part in the examination process upon the completion of the required skills at their level.  The exams are designed to motivate and encourage students through a systematic measurement of progress and attainment.

Jazz introduces the student to the elements of dance seen most often today on television and in live theater productions, musicals, and videos. Jazz is a versatile dance style and includes movements of African, Caribbean, lyrical, vaudeville and "street dancing." A variety of forms and music styles will be introduced to the student.

Tap is a form of dance used in broadway musicals and movies. This truly American dance form originated from clogging and became increasingly popular during the vaudeville area. Tap dance emphasizes the interpretation of rhythm and timing through sounds by the use of footwork.

Modern Dance is the interplay of movement continually confronting gravity. It explores the full spectrum of movement that exists between freedom from gravity and complete subservience to its power through rise and fall movements, spiraling turns, earth-bound runs, suspension, and "off-balance" positioning.

Contemporary is designed to offer the student creative ways to express dramatic content to choreography by exploring alternative movements to technical steps. Jazz, Ballet, Modern, & Musical Theatre concepts are often intertwined.

Acro is a fusion of classical dance technique and the precision and athleticism of acrobatic elements. Acrobatics uses strength and flexibility to perform gymnastic-based tricks. In this class, students perform conditioning exercises to prepare them for increased difficulty.  It teaches flexibility, balance, strength, and coordination.