dance
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Dance Classes General Information
- Appropriate dance attire must be worn at all times. (Street wear is not permitted)
- Sweatpants, pajama bottoms, shorts, tee shirts, tank tops, or sweatshirts are not appropriate dance attire and will not be permitted in class, unless otherwise noted.
- Hair must be tightly secured and off the face. Ballet 2, Ballet 3, Pre Pointe, and Pointe students must have hair in a bun.
- Jewelry (rings, necklaces, wrist and ankle bracelets, dangling earrings, nose and lip rings, watches, fitness bands) is not permitted in class
- Boys may wear warm up pants, rip stop nylon pants, shorts and solid color t-shirt.
- Leave bags, clothing, books, cell phones and other personal items in the changing room while in class
- Appropriate footwear MUST be worn for each class.
- All taps must be secured on the shoe
- Ballet slippers must fit appropriately – snug, but not hindering movement
- All pointe shoes must be sewn and tied correctly
- See your class description for additional details or requirements.
- Age requirements are approximate. Students may be placed in other classes based on skill and experience.
BALLET
Classical ballet is a structured and formalized dance form characterized by its graceful movements, precise technique, and storytelling though dance. It emphasizes balance, symmetry, and alignment, with dancers performing in ballet slippers and then pointe shoes. Classical ballet is built on a vocabulary of movement such as plies, pirouettes, and jetes, and is often accompanied by orchestral music. Iconic works like Swan Lake and The Nutcracker showcase ballet’s focus on narrative and emotional expression. The discipline blends athleticism with artistry.
Beginner Ballet (Ages 5-8)
Focus on the basics of ballet and skills needed to perform ballet moves and positions.
Attire: Leotard, Pink Ballet Tights, Ballet Slippers (leather soled). Skirts are optional.
Ballet 1 (Ages 7-10)
Focus on basic ballet terms and positions.
Attire: Leotard, Pink Ballet Tights, Ballet Slippers (leather soled). Skirts are optional.
Hair is to be secured in a bun.
Ballet 2 (Ages 10-13)
For students with some ballet experience. Focus on intermediate ballet dance moves, positions, and terminology.
Attire: Leotard, Pink Ballet Tights, Ballet Slippers (leather, split soled). Skirts are optional.
Hair is to be secured in a bun.
Ballet 3 (Ages 14-18)
For experienced ballet students. Focus on turns, leaps, body placement and advanced terminology.
Attire: Leotard, Pink Ballet Tights, Ballet Slippers (leather, split soled). Skirts are optional.
Hair is to be secured in a bun.
Adult Ballet (Ages 18 and older)
Learn ballet techniques to tone and lengthen muscles, improve balance and control, while strengthening your body.
Attire: Comfortable clothing that allows freedom of movement, Ballet Slippers (leather, split soled)
TAP
Tap dance is a rhythmic dance style where dancers create percussive sounds with their feet using special shoes fitted with metal taps on the heel and toe. It combines elements of dance and music, with intricate footwork and syncopated rhythms that often mimic or complement musical patterns. Tap dance emphasizes improvisation and individuality while requiring precision and timing. It is featured in musical theater, film, and many Broadway performances.
Tiny Tappers (Ages 3-4)
Get ready to shuffle, step, stomp, and smile as we introduce toddlers to timing, rhythm, and movement while making music with their feet.
Attire: Leotard or Dance Dress, Pink Dance Tights, Tap Shoes
Beginner Tap (Ages 5-8)
Focus on the basics of tap and the skills needed to perform beginning tap steps.
Attire: Leotard, Pink Dance Tights, Tap Shoes – Can wear booty shorts or leggings
Tap 1 (Ages 7-10)
Designed for students with little to no tap experience. Focus is on basic terms, steps and rhythm.
Attire: Leotard, Pink Dance Tights, Tap Shoes – Can wear booty shorts or leggings
Tap 2 (Ages 10-13)
For students with some tap experience. Time steps, combinations, and terminology will be covered.
Attire: Leotard, Pink Dance Tights, Tap Shoes – Can wear booty shorts or leggings
Tap 3 (Ages 14-18)
For experienced tap dancers. We will concentrate on tap terms, time steps, and more advanced combination turns.
Attire: Leotard, Pink Dance Tights, Tap Shoes – Can wear booty shorts or leggings
Adult Tap (Ages 18 and older – Beginners are welcome!)
This class will focus on time steps and rhythms.
Attire: Comfortable clothing that allows freedom of movement, Tap Shoes
JAZZ
Jazz dance is an energetic and expressive dance style that blends the fluidity of modern dance with the rhythm and syncopation of jazz music. It emphasizes dynamic movements, isolations, and sharp, precise steps, often performed with a sense of individuality and emotional expression. Modern jazz dance is commonly seen in musicals, concert performances, and pop culture, showcasing a mix of elegance, power, and playfulness.
Jazz (Ages 5-18)
Learn basic and intermediate jazz techniques, turns and jumps.
Attire: Leotard, Pink Dance Tights, Jazz Shoes – Can wear booty shorts or leggings
LYRICAL/CONTEMPORARY
Lyrical or Contemporary Dance is a fluid and expressive dance style that combines elements of ballet, jazz, and modern dance. It is characterized by its emotional storytelling, graceful movements, and emphasis on connecting with the music’s lyrics and mood. Lyrical dance often features flowing transitions, high extensions, and turns, aiming to convey deep feelings and interpret the music’s meaning through movement. This style focuses on artistry and personal expression.
Lyrical/Contemporary (Ages 5-18)
Interpretive, expressive movements set to music.
Attire: Leotard, Pink Dance Tights, Lyrical Shoes (skirts are optional)
MUSICAL THEATRE
This class will focus on choreography and dance movements to a variety of age appropriate songs from popular shows and movies. Students will also explore some basic acting techniques and, of course, sing along to their favorite musical numbers.
Musical Theatre (Ages 7 – 18)
Learn choreography and dance moves from your favorite Broadway shows and musical movies.
Attire: T-shirt, Shorts, Sweatpants, or Leggings, Socks, or Clean Comfortable Sneakers
POINTE
Pointe is a specialized form of ballet performed on the tips of the toes using pointe shoes. It requires exceptional strength, balance, and precision, allowing dancers to create an illusion of weightlessness and elegance.. This demanding technique is introduced only after a dancer has developed sufficient strength and control in their ankles, legs, and core.
Pre Pointe
Pre Pointe students must be 10 before class starts (unless special permission has been given). Students must have at least two years of ballet experience and currently be enrolled in a ballet class. This class is designed to build strength, flexibility, and endurance in preparation for Pointe.
Attire: Leotard, Pink Dance Tights, Ballet Slippers
Hair is to be secured in a bun. Each student will need a set of exercise bands.
Pointe
Pointe students must have at least three years of ballet experience (or special permission) and show that they have the foot and ankle strength to participate in class. They must also be currently enrolled in a ballet class.
Attire: Leotard, Pink Dance Tights, Pointe Shoes (sewn and tied correctly)
Hair is to be secured in a bun.
OTHER CLASSES
Pre-Dance (Ages 3-4)
Introduction to basic dance skills and techniques. This class prepares students to enroll in full length Beginner dance classes.
Attire: Leotard, or Dance Dress, Pink Dance Tights, Ballet Slippers (leather soled). Skirts are optional.
Stretch (Ages 18 and over)
Learn the basics and benefits of stretching your body for both fitness and mobility.
Please make sure your instructor knows of any issues or concerns before class. We will try to make accommodations as necessary.
Attire: Comfortable clothing, ballet slippers, jazz shoes, or socks
Dance Intensive (Ages 15 – 18)
This dance intensive for teens includes classical ballet and tap. Students will learn the steps of both types of dance, correct technique, and terminology.
Attire: Black Leotard, Pink Dance Tights, Ballet Slipper, Tap Shoes
Hair must be secured in a bun.