ACRO is a 45 minute class that is an acrobatic style class that teaches tricks that are executed on a dance floor. Acro classes incorporate elements of tumbling, balance, strength, flexibility, and cardio. When incorporated with a good technical foundation, students will learn how to do handstands, cartwheels, front and back walk overs, and later on advanced "tricks" to use in dance choreography.
A1 ACRO 1: 6-9yrs, Tu es. 4-4:45 U (It is preferable that students take one ballet class weekly)
DRESS CODE: The Young Dancer Division which consists of Petit Dancers, the Pre Ballet classes, and Beginning Ballet, should wear their hair in a pony tail at least, but a bun is preferred. All students in the Primary Dancer Division which consists of Levels 1 - 5 Ballet, along with Recreational and Teen Ballet, should have their hair in a secure bun that will stay for an entire class without coming down after turning and jumping. Jazz students should keep their hair in a bun if coming from or going to ballet class as well as Tap students. Tap students who do not have a ballet class on the same day may wear their hair in a pony tail. Hip Hop, and Drill Prep students should also wear a pony tail as long as they do not have a ballet class after these classes. Acro dance students should wear hair in a low bun or pony tail. **No one should come into the classroom without their hair being up. All hair must be pulled out of the face with no pieces hanging down; no pig tails or braids.
BALLET is an artistic dance form performed to music, and considered the foundation for all other dance styles. Our school is very proud of the emphasis we place on ballet training incorporating elements from Vaganova, Balanchine, & Royal Ballet methods to emphasize technique & musicality. Our "ballet only" classes begin at Level 1 Ballet and go through Level 5 Ballet.
TEEN-BALLET/JAZZ classes for students 12 - 18yrs who wish to further their love and appreciation for dance, but in a less intensive environment. Students are not required to take more than one class & need not have prior experience.
JAZZ is a 45 minute to one hour dance class for students 6 & a half yrs and older. Jazz is a style of dance that is structured in technique while taking many shapes and forms, and can be performed to many styles of music. **All jazz students must take at least one ballet class weekly except for Teen Jazz.
ADULT DANCE is for adults who miss dancing in the classroom or who want to give dance a try. The first 30 minutes of class will be at the barre. The second 30 minutes will be away from the barre, and will incorporate a variety of dance styles. This class is a great workout.