Ballet/Tap Combination
This is an introduction to ballet incorporating basic terminology with the positions of the feet, hands, and body while using creative movement and imagination as the source of learning. The tap portion of the class is an introduction to tap using basic tap steps and slow music so children can develop a sense of rhythm and learn to count music while dancing at the same time.

Ballet
This class begins with exercises at the barre designed to help the student create a strong foundation in ballet fundamentals which is the core to all styles of dance. Emphasis is placed on strengthening turnout, proper placement, balance, and fluidity in classical movement. Center work includes linking steps together, leaps, jumps, turns and learning to control movement. Stretching and across the floor exercises are also incorporated to enhance the dancers overall technique.

Jazz
This class begins with a cardiovascular warm-up driven by a classical jazz style that emphasizes strong and proper body alignment and clean technique through placement, stretch, and strength exercises. The floor exercises continue with jazz isolation's and across the floor work on turns, kicks, and jumps. With an emphasis on musicality and choreographed combinations while dancing to upbeat and popular music.

Modern
Modern dance or (contemporary dance) appeals to the creative, artistic soul in everyone because of its expressiveness and freedom of individuality. This class introduces students to elements of Horton, Graham, and Limon techniques and focus on movement from the inside out, encouraging use of breath, energy and connection. Exercises emphasize extension, release, weight momentum, and force culminated in long movement phrases. Improvisation is also integrated allowing the student to explore original movement qualities and unique body shapes.

Tap
This class explores the two traditions of rhythm tap and Broadway tap styles. Class begins with warm-up exercises in the center that increase control, coordination, and rhythm, followed by across the floor exercises that teach dynamics, shading, phrasing, and musicality, concluding with extended rhythmic phrases.

What's My Level?

Level 1 (beginner/intermediate) – For the student with little or no prior movement experience.

Level 2 (intermediate/advance) – For the student with an understanding of movement and alignment principals. Students should be physically and mentally ready for the challenge of more material, a faster paced class, and elements of risk.

Level 3 (advanced) – For the student with a high level understanding of movement and alignment concepts who are ready for a deeper integration of these ideas through the development of stronger and more refined technical ability.