
All classes offer a positive environment
for children to learn about themselves and develop basic motor
skills and fundamentals. All the while, offering a fun
atmosphere to enjoy performing, dancing, moving and most importantly,
having fun!
Ballet/Tap and Creative Movement
– A great combination of traditional ballet instruction
and creative movement. Traditional ballet exercises
and other fun activities will help to enhance coordination,
self-awareness, spatial-awareness and balance through the
use of a variety of fun props, (hula hoops, bubbles, etc.)
all the while creating a love for dance!
- One hour program includes an hour of instructional dance
and movement, including ballet, creative movement and/or tap.
Some classes are offered based only on one discipline, such
as one hour of ballet only. Please view the schedule for what
dance discipline each class covers - hip hop, jazz, irish
step, etc.
- Two hour program includes the first hour beginning with
an age appropriate ballet themed story and craft (crown, wand,
etc.) and the second hour includes instructional dance, movement
games and activities.
Hip
Hop / Jazz - A fast paced, energy filled dance class
that incorporates the basics of jazz dance with the innovative
styles of today's hip hop pop stars! Students will learn classic
dance moves necessary to form a foundation in jazz style dance
as well as today's fun, high energy, funky rap and pop dance
styles as seen in videos and films!
Irish
Step Dancing - A great introduction fo the art of
Irish Step Dancing! Learn the basic steps, postures, and dances
from Ireland, including the horn pipe, the slip jig, the reel,
and the jig! Get a great taste of some Irish heritage as well
by learning about the Irish culture in this fun, energetic
class. Creative Movement games will also be used to enhance
gross motor skills and balance needed for all types of dance!
Boys
Movement – An energetic and activity filled hour
incorporating exercises and games to help improve coordination,
self-awareness, balance and gross motor skills. A great
stepping stone for your little athlete!
Mommy & Me – Come and dance with your
child! Incorporating traditional ballet and creative movement,
you and your child will dance, learn and interact together!
You will both learn various ballet steps and movement games
to work on your child’s coordination and other skills, while
using fun and educational props. (Daddies always welcome!)
Acting
- ages 8 and up! This program was developed for the
student interested in expanding their performance talents
beyond the dance floor. Students will learn acting skills
through theatre games, improvisation, and scripted materials.
There are performances at the end of each session for family
and friends to view. Each student must learn a script and
will have writing exercises/homework each week. They must
have a notebook, highlighter, and pencil for class each week.
Creative
Drama - Creative Drama is designed for the young
'actor' who is not quite at a reading level but enjoys the
fun of becoming/creating a new character or person. The class
is based around dress up/ creative play, and the understanding
of characters in a story. Improvisational games, storytelling
and dress up are a big part of this class. The students will
eventually create a play for family and friends to see at
the end of the session.
SUMMER CAMP – Summer ballet and/or tap camp begins
with a ballet themed craft and story, which is followed by
instruction in ballet, creative movement and/or tap.
Fun creative movement games are used to help students learn
proper techniques. Great for establishing the necessary fundamentals
of dance!