CLASS CURRICULUM 2009-20010

KINDER DANCE: For children ages 3 & 4. Students learn to follow the teacher’s instructions while working in a nurturing, stimulating, yet structured classroom interacting with their peers. Class begins with a general warm-up and stretch, and then introduces the concept of Jazz and Ballet movement. By using games, props, toys and rhythmic instruments, the class offers creative ways to challenge the child both mentally and physically. CLASS ATTIRE- Students should wear comfortable fitting clothes. They may be barefoot, or wear slipper socks or ballet slippers. (Please do not wear department store dress up slippers, they are VERY slippery on the wood floors)

CHILDREN'S COMBINATION: For children ages 5 & 6. This is a more structured class that continues to aid the development of the child’s physical coordination and musicality. This class offers a combination of Tap and Jazz. This class has an emphasis on building the child's gross motor skills, confidence, creative thinking, rhythm and coordination. CLASS ATTIRE- Students need to purchase tap shoes. Ballet slippers or barefoot is necessary for the Jazz portion of the class (Please do not wear department store dress up slippers, they are VERY slippery on the wood floors) . Tap shoes will be worn in the recital. They may wear a leotard and tights or comfortable fitting clothing. Our class begins with Tap so please help your child with their shoes before class begins. PARENTS- Please put your child's name in his or her Tap/ Ballet shoes to eliminate confusion.

PRE-BALLET- For children ages 5 & 6. This class is an introduction to Ballet. It teaches children basic foot and arm positions as well as terminology. Children learn by using props and age appropriate music. The class may include dance related games and story time. Children should be able to listen and follow teacher's directions. Children should wear a leotard, tights and Ballet slippers. (Please do not wear department store dress up slippers, they are VERY slippery on the wood floors)

TAP: This class focuses on the coordination of mind and body and gives dancers a perceptive sense of rhythm, timing, and phrasing. Tap is great for all ages. Technique in both Rhythmic and Broadway Tap will be taught. CLASS ATTIRE- Tap shoes need to be purchased. Students may wear a leotard and tights or comfortable fitted clothing suitable for dancing.

BALLET: The foundation of all dance forms. Body placement, grace, poise, flexibility, alignment, strength and technique are achieved through Ballet technique at the barre, center work and across the floor. Students learn combinations and terminology. CLASS ATTIRE- Students must wear a leotard, tights and Ballet slippers. (Please do not wear department store dress up slippers, they are VERY slippery on the wood floors)

POINTE: Students must take at two additional ballet classes per week. Readiness for pointe work is determined by each student’s strength and physical development, not by their age. The instructor will advise parents when a student has the necessary strength and maturity to go on pointe. Pointe class may be taken only with the permission of the instructor and the studio director.

JAZZ: This class includes isolations, stretches, and footwork. This class emphasizes timing, flexibility, endurance, and technique. The entire body gets a workout as students are exposed to contemporary and theatrical Jazz styles. CLASS ATTIRE- Students must wear a leotard and tights or comfortable fitted clothing suitable for dancing. Jazz shoes required.

LYRICAL: Lyrical dance a beautiful art form that smoothly incorporates the techniques of Ballet and Jazz and the emotions of Modern. Expression from the inner emotion is a primary factor in choreographing and interpreting this art form. Lyrical dance interprets music or words, showing the audience the emotion of the particular piece. This class is only offered to our advanced students. CLASS ATTIRE- Students must wear a leotard and footless tights. Students may be barefoot. Lyrical shoes are needed for recital.

HIP HOP CLASSES: These classes start with warm-ups and conditioning which may include Kickboxing and Aerobics. These high-energy classes use the latest rap, R&B and pop music together with movements influenced by some of today’s hottest video choreographers presented in a clean age appropriate manner. Hip hop encourages movement that give students the opportunity to develop their own sense of style.

THERE WILL BE NO STREET SHOES PERMITTED IN THE DANCE STUDIO, NO EXCEPTIONS.

 Hip Hop Shoes are required.
*PARENTS OF HIP HOP STUDENTS: Please kindly understand that while we do our best to pick clean and age appropriate music, not all choices may be desirable to all parents. For those who feel this may not be the best class, we highly recommend Jazz.

ADULT CLASSES: Classes offered in Tap, Jazz, Line Dance and Ballroom are a wonderful form of conditioning and are extremely enjoyable. If you can walk, you can dance! Adult classes will not be required to participate in the recital. CLASS ATTIRE- Please wear appropriate shoes and comfortable clothing, no jeans

WORKSHOPS: Workshops may include Ballroom samplers, Yoga, Pilates, Line Dance, Belly Dancing, Break Dancing, and Latin. Workshops will be offered weekly. Please refer to our "Events & Workshops" link and web site for updates. E-Mail us with Workshop suggestions!