Pre Ballet, Ballet I-IV & Pointe
Our ballet curriculum blends techniques from the Vaganova and Cecchetti method.
Pre-Ballet: Emphasis on posture, straightened legs, and pointed feet are combined with fun, creative elements that will keep the pace of the class lively and engaging.
Ballet I: Students begin formal training in the center with emphasis on arm positions and feet/arm placement. Traveling steps and small jumps are integrated throughout the curriculum.
Ballet II: Special attention is given to aplomb (placement of the head and neck with stability in the cervical spine). Students will work on flexibility in the legs and upper body. Petit allegro and pirouettes are introduced at the barre, increased use of the demi-pointe in the center.
Ballet III: The concept of beating the legs together (batterie) is begun at this level. Turns are executed en l’air in allegro steps. More emphasis on adagio with slow, controlled movements are executed in the centre. Steps begin to be linked in more complex and expressive ways.
Ballet IV/Pointe: Adagio, pirouettes, and petit allegro are added to center combinations increasing strength, balance, and stamina. In pointe class, the student continues to work on strengthening exercises to secure proper body placement and is introduced to all basic pointe combinations.
ATTIRE:
Girls: Black leotard, pink tights, skirt optional. Pink canvas ballet shoes (split sole for ages 6+).
Boys: Black pants, white t-shirt. Black ballet shoes.
Contemporary Dance
A style of expressive dance that combines elements of modern, jazz, lyrical, and classical ballet. We span a broad range of methods; drawing techniques from Graham, Limón, Cunningham, Horton, and more. Students will learn floor work, contracting and releasing the center of the body; kinesthetic awareness, and improvisation skills.
Students are strongly encouraged to attend ballet class to compliment this training.
Attire:
Girls: Leotard or fitted tank and fitted leggings. Dance socks or bare feet.
Boys: Black t-shirt and black pants. Dance socks or bare feet.
HIP HOP
Students will learn popular styles like break dancing, floor work, and contemporary hip-hop moves. Learn rhythm and coordination on top of improving your confidence and ability to improvise.
Hip Hop I: An introduction to rhythm, coordination, and basic steps in Hip Hop dance. Light foot work and breaking skills will be included. Students will practice to pop and hip hop music.
Hip Hop II: Students will learn more intricate footwork, breakdancing, upper and lower body isolations. Improvisation will focus on developing your unique style.
Hip Hop III: Students will combine complex footwork with upper body movements, perfect their breakdancing/improvisation skills, and gain confidence on the dance floor.
ATTIRE:
Girls: Fitted tank and loose pants or athletic leggings. No shorts or skirts allowed. Black high-top sneakers with white soles. (Hip Hop sneakers should be worn in studio only.)
Boys: T-shirt and loose, athletic pants. Black high-top sneakers with white sole. (Hip hop sneakers should be worn in studio only.)
Lyrical
Combining ballet and jazz into flowy, expressive movements. Dancers learn how to connect their mind and body through fluid dance steps. This class will cover techniques used in ballet and jazz, leaps, turns, and choreography that includes improvisation. We challenge each student to develop their artistic expression!
ATTIRE:
Girls: Leotard or fitted tank, and fitted leggings or tights. Lyrical shoe or pink ballet shoes.
Boys: Black pants, white shirt. Lyrical shoes or black ballet shoes.
adult Ballet Barre
A mixture of classical ballet exercises at the barre (for all levels), pilates-style stretching and toning, and strengthening exercises designed to sculpt a "dancer's body."
ATTIRE:
Dance wear of your choosing. Skin-tone canvas ballet shoes
*Yoga Mats required for some classes.
Jazz
Our jazz classes incorporate many styles like Broadway, Contemporary, L.A. Commercial, and more! While strongly based on classical ballet techniques, jazz incorporates movement with clean and strong lines originating from the chest and hips.
Jazz I-II: A beginner/intermediate level class focusing on pirouettes, kick ball-change, chasses, pivot turns, chaines, pas de bourree, battements, and jetes. Students will learn syncopated rhythms in the music.
Jazz III: Advancing in across-the-floor progressions with emphasis on spotting, rhythm, and timing. Greater complexity in dance combinations and choreography.
Contemporary Jazz: A current form of jazz that shares movement characteristics with contemporary modern dance. Emphasis is on expression, flexibility, extension, and turns.
Broadway Jazz: All levels are welcome! This is classic jazz technique with an emphasis on rhythm, style, and personal expression that is truly Broadway! The class will cover current and classic musicals.
ATTIRE:
Girls: Black leotard, black leggings or pants. Tan jazz shoes.
Boys: Black pants, black t-shirt. Tan jazz shoes.
Musical theatre
Popular Broadway musicals will be introduced throughout the year! It combines jazz and character techniques with vocal work and improvisation!
ATTIRE:
Girls: Black leotard, black leggings or pants. Tan jazz shoes
Boys: Black pants, black t-shirt. Tan jazz shoes.
COMBINATION CLASSES
Encompassing foundational skills from several genres like ballet, jazz, hip hop, tap and creative movement, your dancer will love the flow and structure of these classes!
ATTIRE:
BALLET / TAP:
Girls: Black leotard, pink tights. Pink ballet shoes / Black tap shoes (elastic tap ties preferred!)
Boys: Black pants, white t-shirt. Black ballet shoes / Black tap shoes (elastic tap ties preferred!)
BALLET / JAZZ:
Girls: Black leotard, pink tights. Pink split-sole ballet shoes / Tan jazz shoes
Boys: Black pants, white t-shirt. Black ballet shoes / Tan jazz shoes
JAZZ / HOP:
Girls: Black leotard, black tights or leggings. Tan jazz shoes.
Boys: Black t-shirt, black pants. Tan jazz shoes.
MOMMY & ME DANCE
Designed for students ages 18 months - 2.5 years, accompanied by a caregiver. Using fun music, props, mats, and other equipment, the teacher will guide mothers and toddlers through 45 minutes of creative movement and dance-based play. Students will improve gross motor skills and beginner music concepts as well as social skills.
ATTIRE:
Girls: Any color leotard, pink tights. Pink ballet shoes encouraged.
Boys: Active wear & black ballet shoes. Black ballet shoes encouraged.
Adults: Athletic wear of your choosing. Ballet shoes encouraged.