Dance Class Descriptions
With Corresponding Dress Codes
Ballet/Tap/Jazz (BTJ) & Ballet/Tap/Acrobatics (BTA) (Ages 3-6)
These combination classes teach the fundamentals of Ballet, Tap, Acrobatics, and Jazz styles of dance. By introducing students to multiple styles of dance in one class, we are able to provide an exciting and engaging experience at a young age. This also allows the student to explore different varieties of dance and decide which styles they enjoy most. This combination class is directed in a creative and fun environment which allows each student the proper attention to ensure they are being trained with the correct placement and technique. This class also provides an active environment for the children to build and grow their social skills.
Dress Code
Girls: Pink leotard, pink skirt optional, pink footed tights, pink ballet slippers, and black tap shoes. Hair must be pulled back into a "ballet bun" (see instructor with questions or for help), short hair must be pulled back with a secured headband.
Boys: Plain white T-shirt (no writing), black sweatpants, black ballet slippers, and black tap shoes.
Ballet
Ballet is the foundation for all dance styles, focusing on alignment, posture, and the precision of each movement. The foundation of dance starts with ballet; building technique with ease and grace of each movement with both barre and center work, as well as progressing skills across the floor. This class will not only build proper technique, but will instill the discipline that dance requires for success.
Dress Code
Girls: Black leotard, ballet pink tights (convertible or footed), and pink ballet slippers. Hair must be pulled back into a "ballet bun" (see instructor with questions or for help), short hair must be pulled back with a secured headband.
Boys: Plain white T-shirt (no writing), black sweatpants, and black ballet slippers.
Jazz
Jazz incorporates the technique of ballet, while increasing the movement vocabulary by adding isolations and quicker total body movements. Jazz ranges from classical Broadway to the latest upbeat music and movement styles. This class will also increase flexibility and build self-confidence by performing high energy routines that foster trust and confidence in one’s movement.
Character Jazz is a basic style of jazz technique combined with huge personality. A musical theater style class that focuses on performance quality and stage presence. All levels are welcome.
*Students must be taking a regular jazz class in order to participate in character jazz*
Dress Code
Girls: Black leotard, ballet pink or caramel tan tights (convertible or footed), solid black jazz pants, solid black capris, or solid black shorts optional, (no booty shorts) and black Oxford Jazz shoes. Hair must be pulled up and off face (ponytail or ballet bun), short hair must be pulled back with a headband.
Boys: Plain white T-shirt (no writing), black sweatpants, and black Oxford Jazz shoes.
Tap
In Tap we learn to make music with our feet. This dance style develops a student’s rhythm and precise execution of movement. The aim is to collaborate a class of many - to sound as one. This class builds the coordination and balance required to properly make each sound by the manner of which the foot hits the ground.
Dress Code
Girls: Black leotard, ballet pink or caramel tan tights (convertible or footed), solid black jazz pants, solid black capris, or solid black shorts optional, (no booty shorts!) and black Oxford Tap shoes. Hair must be pulled up and off face (ponytail or ballet bun), short hair must be pulled back with a headband.
Boys: Plain white T-shirt (no writing), black sweatpants, and black Oxford Tap shoes.
Hip-Hop
Hip-Hop is a high intensity dance form that is often paired with the latest hip-hop music. Having evolved from “street dancing”, Hip-Hop has an edgy component which is taught through isolations of the body in addition to alternating between smooth and quick, sharp movements. This class will increase flexibility and coordination by challenging the pace at which the dancer’s body can move. This class helps express personality through movement that allows for a little attitude.
Dress Code
Girls: Black leotard, ballet pink or caramel tan tights (convertible or footed), solid black jazz pants, solid black capris, or solid black shorts optional, (no booty shorts!), plain (no writing) black T-shirt optional, and black Oxford Jazz shoes. Hair must be pulled up and off face (ponytail or ballet bun), short hair must be pulled back with a headband.
Boys: Plain white T-shirt (no writing), black sweatpants, and black Oxford Jazz shoes.
Lyrical
Lyrical is a merging of both ballet and jazz styles of dance; combining jazz skills with the ease and gracefulness of ballet. This particular style of dance focuses on an emotional connection to the lyrics of a song and expressing that through movement. This challenges the student to connect on a deeper level to the dance and to become a part of the song.
*Students must be taking a ballet class in order to participate in any lyrical class*
Dress Code
Girls: Black leotard, ballet pink or caramel tan convertible tights, solid black shorts optional, (no booty shorts!) and tan foot paws /shoes. Hair must be pulled up and off face in a ballet bun, short hair must be pulled back with a headband.
Boys: Plain white T-shirt (no writing), black sweatpants, and tan foot paws or bare feet.
Acrobatics (Acro)
Acro is a skill based class that enhances strength, flexibility, and balance. Similar to gymnastics or tumbling, acro builds skills that can be performed with at least one hand/foot firmly on the floor. Acro also incorporates basic jazz movement to connect the skills into a smooth and entertaining performance.
Dress Code
Girls: Black leotard, ballet pink or caramel tan tights (convertible or footed), solid black jazz pants, solid black capris, or solid black shorts optional, (no booty shorts!) and black Acro shoes (agility gym shoes). Hair must be pulled up and off face (ponytail or ballet bun), short hair must be pulled back with a headband.
Boys: Plain white T-shirt (no writing), black sweatpants, and black Acro shoes (agility gym shoes).
Performing Company
We have 6 dance companies for the 2021/2022 season that are broken down based on grade level, skill, and style. These teams are available to all dancers in grades 3-12 with previous dance experience in either ballet or jazz. This experience is geared towards dancers who want more performance opportunities. Each company will compete in 3 regional competitions, and if their dances qualify, will have the opportunity to compete in national competitions. For additional information, please visit our Dance Company page.
