BalletBallet is a Performance Art originating in 15th Century Italy, moving to France in the 1600’s. It is primarily performed with the accompaniment of classical music and has been the most influential form of entertainment in conjunction to Opera. This foundational style of dance incorporates techniques beneficial to many aspects of the brain and body. The intensive training of Ballet builds Core Strength, Flexibility and Balance and is used worldwide by Professional Sports Athletes of American Football, Soccer, Fencing and Track.
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LyricalLyrical is a fluid dance expression focused on conveying musicality and emotion through movement. With its roots in ballet, Lyrical dance embraces elements of classical ballet without the constraints of technique or genre. It creates a freedom by utilizing improvisation and the airier aspects of Jazz dance movement. Lyrical is typically considered an offshoot of Jazz and introduction into Contemporary dance, which is a predominate genre in dance culture today.
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TapTap dance is a form of dance characterized by using the sound of one's tap shoes hitting the floor as a percussive instrument. As such, it is also commonly considered to be a form of music. Two major variations on tap dance exist: Rhythm (Jazz) tap and Broadway tap. Broadway tap focuses more on choreography.
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Hip HopHip Hop dance refers to street dance styles primarily performed to hip-hop music but now encompassing a wider genre. The origins of this style included breaking, locking, and popping which were created on the streets in the 1970s, then made popular by dance crews in the United States. The dance industry responded by commercializing the style and it now reigns in Pop Culture. Because Hip Hop dance is a globally desired skill, Choreographers, Dancers and Dance Teachers seek this style of training to be utilized in Professional Music Artists Dance Crews, Broadway shows, Professional Sport Dance Teams, Cheerleading Teams, Televised Dance Competitions, TV Commercials and Community Outreach Programs.
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JazzJazz dance was founded in the early 50’s and has always been synonymously attributed to performances with popular music aka “Pop Culture”. Styles span through the years and are attributed to great Movie Musicals and famous Broadway Productions. The foundational styles of jazz dance are major influences in most contemporary dance genres and choreography today. This style is a vital skill when auditioning for any type of Stage Production or Athletic Dance Team.
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Jiggle Worms & Bun HeadsJiggle Worms/Bun Heads Program begins at age 16 months and continues to age 3 and until potty trained. Our dancers will work on ‘Creative Movement’ in a variety of ways including class structure style as well as obstacle course style. This developmental process is encouraged through parental participation. A large variety of lesson plans are used to develop physical fitness, social interaction, coordination and self-esteem. Classes are offered throughout the week. See our class schedule for details. 30 minutes of class + 15 minutes of free play time on the Kids Fitness Playground offered at the end of each class.
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How do I know what level to choose?
School aged boys and girls will progress from beginner to advanced in all styles of dance. This program is recreational as opposed to a competitive program. Unsure what to choose? Contact us!
Combo 1 & 2 classes
Offered for children ages 3 to 6 years.
Promotes self-esteem, creative movement, physical fitness, strength, flexibility and balance, along with all aspects of basic dance training with an emphasis on either Ballet and Tap or Ballet and Tumbling. Our classes offer a great foundation to becoming an accomplished dancer. We also offer a boys only Combo Class with focus on the basics of Hip Hop and Tumbling. 1hr Class.
Level 1/1+
These classes are designed for children of all ages and are intended to introduce them to the basics of dance skills in all of the Dance Styles. Usually for 1st and 2nd year dancers in a specific style.
Level 2/2+ & 3/3+
These classes provide a more challenging atmosphere for those dancers who have learned their basics and are ready to move up to a more challenging level of work. Complexity in skills increases movement into and out of these levels as determined by the instructor.
Level 4/4+
Recreational classes provide an atmosphere for building more advanced skills without the intensified training of competitive team. 1hr Class
Teen/Adult
These classes are designed for our mature dancers of all ages who wish to continue their dance in a fun and constructive manner.
Offered for children ages 3 to 6 years.
Promotes self-esteem, creative movement, physical fitness, strength, flexibility and balance, along with all aspects of basic dance training with an emphasis on either Ballet and Tap or Ballet and Tumbling. Our classes offer a great foundation to becoming an accomplished dancer. We also offer a boys only Combo Class with focus on the basics of Hip Hop and Tumbling. 1hr Class.
Level 1/1+
These classes are designed for children of all ages and are intended to introduce them to the basics of dance skills in all of the Dance Styles. Usually for 1st and 2nd year dancers in a specific style.
Level 2/2+ & 3/3+
These classes provide a more challenging atmosphere for those dancers who have learned their basics and are ready to move up to a more challenging level of work. Complexity in skills increases movement into and out of these levels as determined by the instructor.
Level 4/4+
Recreational classes provide an atmosphere for building more advanced skills without the intensified training of competitive team. 1hr Class
Teen/Adult
These classes are designed for our mature dancers of all ages who wish to continue their dance in a fun and constructive manner.
