We offer a variety of classes for ages 2-18. Our curriculum follows a comprehensive program from Sept – May culminating in a spring recital to give dancers the opportunity to perform in a professional grade production.
See class descriptions below. For class schedule, visit our Fall Registration page.
Creative Movement
Ages 2/3
(30 min) Pre-ballet/creative dance class. Introduction to basic ballet positions and dance using music, singing, props, stories, and creativity to activate imagination, increase motor and cognitive development, foster musical awareness and self awareness, enhance socialization, and establish a sense of joy through movement. This class does not perform in the recital, but an in-class parent observation period will be held the last week of April. *This class is only billed for tuition Sept-April.
Combo A
Ages 4/5
(45 min) Age-appropriate technique in ballet and tap with a focus on vocabulary and skills to increase motor and cognitive development, foster musical awareness and self awareness, enhance creativity and socialization, and establish a sense of joy through movement. Includes foundations for correct posture, balance, rhythm, and stamina in addition to the development of healthy self-esteem. This class performs a ballet dance in the recital.
Combo B
Ages 6/7
(1 hr) Age-appropriate technique in ballet, tap, and pre-jazz with a focus on vocabulary and skills to increase motor and cognitive development, foster musical awareness and self awareness, enhance creativity and socialization, and establish a sense of joy through movement. Includes foundations for correct posture, balance, rhythm, and stamina in addition to the development of healthy self-esteem. This class performs a tap dance in the recital.
Combo C
Age 8
(1 hr 30 min) Age-appropriate technique in ballet, tap, and jazz with a focus on vocabulary and skills to increase motor and cognitive development, foster musical awareness and self awareness, enhance creativity and socialization, and establish a sense of joy through movement. Includes foundations for correct posture, balance, rhythm, and stamina in addition to the development of healthy self-esteem. Improves range of motion, physical health, and emotional maturity. This class performs one ballet dance and one tap dance in the recital.
Ballet
Ages 9 & up
Class length ranges from 40 min – 1 hr 45 min depending on age level. Classical technique taught with emphasis on proper body, foot, and arm placement. As student progresses, more complicated combinations, jumps, turns, and leaps are included.
Pointe
Ages 12 & up
Ballet co-requisite required. Students will be evaluated in their ballet classes for Pointe shoes starting at Ballet 4. If they receive an invitation to purchase pointe shoes, a portion of ballet will be taken on pointe. Otherwise, class is taken in flat shoes. At Levels 4 & Int, Ballet & Pointe are the SAME class. At the Advanced Level, Ballet & Pointe are SEPARATE classes. Teachers will evaluate progress for safety and choose which shoes are worn for recital.
Click to read about pointe readiness, fitting, care, & maintenance. Watch this video for sewing instructions.
Tap
Ages 9 & up
Class length ranges from 40 min – 1 hr depending on age level. Emphasis placed on articulation, clarity of sounds, rhythm, timing, coordination, and style.
Jazz
Ages 9 & up
Class length ranges from 40 min – 1.5 hrs depending on age level. Stylized and energetic movement with an emphasis on lines and strength. Classes include stretch/flexibility, conditioning, walks, leaps, jumps, turns, extensions, across-the-floor patterns, and combinations.
Modern
Ages 10 & up
Ballet co-requisite required. Class length ranges from 45 min – 1 hr depending on age level. Elements from contemporary styles and methods. Focuses include weight, isolation, suspension, contract/release, and basic human movement. Students will be exposed to a variety of techniques including Bartenieff Fundamentals, Cunningham, Limon, and others. Through committed experimentation, students will push their boundaries of expression through movement and improvisation.
Lyrical
Ages 11 & up
Ballet co-requisite required. Class length ranges from 45 min – 1 hr depending on age level. A blend of ballet and jazz vocabulary with contemporary elements and emphasis on expressivity and storytelling.
Hip Hop
Ages 5 & up
Combo co-requisite required up through age 8. Class length ranges from 30 min – 1 hr depending on age level. Fun, energetic style derived from a variety of street and other popular forms to upbeat, age-appropriate music.
Boys Hip Hop: Ages 5-8
Boys are always welcome to take any of our classes, but we are thrilled to offer this class where they will receive exposure to hip-hop as well as other fundamentals to help with coordination, strength, flexibility, musicality, & endurance. Grab a friend and join the fun!
Acro
Ages 6 & up
Ballet or Combo co-requisite required. Class length ranges from 45 min – 1 hr depending on age level. Dancers are guided towards increased flexibility, balance, strength, and muscle control. Focus on fundamental acrobatic technique and skills such as handstands, chin stands, elbow stands, cartwheels, back bends, walkovers, balance and contortion tricks, and more, all to each student’s individual level of experience.
Praise
Ages 12-18
This class includes an element of study alongside worship dance utilizing a variety of contemporary dance styles. Music includes classical and contemporary worship songs. No recital. Community outreach performances may be added as a component. Bring your bible and a notebook!
Adult Classes
Ages 18 & up
This multi-disciplinary class is geared toward former dancers turned adults who miss dancing with us! This is one class that meets once a week. Includes a variety of styles such as ballet, tap, jazz, and contemporary styles as well as stretch and conditioning. No recital.
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Yoga & Pilates
Adults
Tuesdays & Thursdays at 9:00 AM. For rates, contact Instructor Gilson Lincoln directly at 434-384-2682.
Wedding Dance Services
Genette Dahlby Weddings & Dance
