In order to encourage a smooth line, we have expanded the shoe/tights option from pink/pink to skin tone most similar to the dancers' natural skin tone. Please feel free to ask for suggestions if you are not sure."
Creative Movement:
For 2 year olds. Welcome to Dance Class! This 30-minute program begins as mommy and me class and transitions to a structured dancer only classroom over several weeks. Dancers learn ballet basics, musicality through movement songs, and tumbling. Dancers DO NOT perform in the recital. A special in class observation day will be scheduled for the end of the year.
Attire: Any clothes the dancer can move in. Most 2 year olds prefer a leotard and tights. Skirts are welcome. Ballet Pink Leather or Canvas Ballet shoes (preferably without strings) are required. No glitter skirts permitted. Please do not purchase the pink satin bedroom slippers, they are not appropriate for dance.
Boys: shorts or sweatpants and a t-shirt. Black leather ballet shoes
Preschool:
For 3-4 year olds. A 45 minute Ballet/Tap class that introduces the foundations of dance and stretching, as well as classroom etiquette in a fun and positive environment. This is a structured dance class age appropriate for 3-4 year old dancers. It is not a "gymboree" type play situation. Recital dance will be ballet or tap.
Attire: Any color leotard, ballet pink or your dancer's skin tone tights, ballet pink leather or canvas ballet shoes (we prefer the Bloch Giselle with no strings) and caramel Mary Jane tap shoes with a velcro strap. Any skirt worn must be attached to the leotard, not a separate skirt. No glitter permitted. Please do not purchase the pink satin bedroom slippers, they are not appropriate for dance. Hair must be secured off the face in a ponytail.
Boys: shorts or sweatpants and a t-shirt. Black leather ballet shoes and black oxford tap shoes
Combo: For 5-6 year olds. A 45 minute class that combines Ballet/Jazz/Tap techniques. Dancers progress with basic ballet technique, learn jazz fundamentals, and beginning rhythms in tap. Recital dance will be ballet or tap.
Attire: Any color leotard, ballet pink or your dancer's skin tone tights, ballet pink leather or canvas ballet shoes (we prefer the Bloch Giselle with no strings) and caramel Mary Jane tap shoes with a velcro strap. Any skirt worn must be attached to the leotard, not a separate skirt. No glitter skirts permitted. Please do not buy the pink satin bedroom slippers, they are not appropriate for dance. Hair must be secured off the face in a ponytail, though a bun is best for when learning to turn
Boys: shorts or sweatpants and a t-shirt. Black leather ballet shoes and black oxford tap shoes
Ballet:
Beginner thru Advanced levels. Ballet dancing is known for its grace and elegance, as ballerinas seem to glide across the stage almost effortlessly. Ballet dancers strive to appear tall and light on their feet with classes that focus on proper technique and lines of the body. Classes consist of barre work, stretching (including splits), center floor and across the floor exercises.
Attire: Any color leotard, ballet wrap skirts optional. Capezio tights in your dancer's skin tone), So Danca canvas split sole ballet shoes - in your dancer’s skin tone. Hair must be secured off the face in a tight bun.
Boys: black men's ballet tights and a white fitted t-shirt. Black leather ballet shoes
Jazz:
Beginner thru Advanced levels. All Jazz classes combine traditional jazz with the ever changing styles of today. Each fun and challenging class consists of a jazz warm up incorporating ballet and modern techniques, stretching (including splits), across the floor combinations working on leaps, turns, and style as well as a center combination in a various styles of pop, funk, musical theater and basic jazz.
Attire: Leotards or sports bra and jazz pants or booty shorts required for jazz. Capezio Transition tights in your dancer's skin tone to match your shoes So Dance Canvas slip-on jazz shoes in your skin tone are required for all students. Hair should be secured off face in a tight bun.
Boys: shorts or sweatpants and a t-shirt. Black Capezio slip on jazz boots
Heels Jazz:
Advanced dancers only. Teacher permission required. Dancing in heels is a challenging and necessary skill for all professional skill for all professional dancers. This class is designed to teach the proper way to safely dance in heels. This class is designed to teach the proper way to safely dance in heels. Class reinforces jazz technique, emphasizing various styles from broadway to jazz funk, while wearing heels.
Attire: Leotards and tights/leggings/or booty shorts are required. Any tights worn must be split sole, as dancers warm up barefoot. Hair must be secured off the face in a tight ponytail, long hair must be in a tight bun.
Contemporary:
An expressive form of movement that blends modern, ballet, jazz, and lyrical dance techniques to create new lines that convey emotions and stories in the choreography. Each fun and challenging class consists of a techinical warm up incorporating ballet and modern techniques, stretching (including splits), across the floor combinations working on leaps, turns, and style as well as a center combination
Attire: Tight fitting tank top or leotard, tight spandex dance shorts and bare legs. Your dancer's skin tone Capezio "Pirouettes" or similar half shoe. No loose fitting clothing is permitted. Hair must be secured off the face in a tight ponytail, long hair must be in a tight bun.
Boys: shorts or sweatpants and a t-shirt. Your dancer's skin tone Capezio "Pirouettes". No loose fitting clothing is permitted.
Tap:
Beginner thru Advanced levels. All tap classes focus on the development of a sharpened sense of rhythm, coordination, and clarity of sounds incorporating warm-up, rhythm sequences, across the floor, and combination.
Attire: Dance clothing that the dancer can easily move in. NO JEANS.
Beginner level: Capezio Caramel colored Mary Jane style
Teen Beg/Intermediate/Advanced levels: Black oxford tap shoes (split sole is preferred) Long hair should be worn in a tight ponytail.
Boys: Black oxford tap shoes
Hip Hop: Beginner Thru Advanced levels. Hip-Hop is a relaxed, freestyle form of street dance that is set in a high-energy, fun, and fast paced environment. Dancers will incorporate their own personal rhythm with the latest dance moves. Each fun and challenging class consists of a warm up, some stretching, across the floor combinations working on style and coordination as well as a center combination
Attire: Loose fitting dance clothes or sweats, NO JEANS. Clean sneakers or dance sneakers that are not worn outside. Specific shoes for recital will be given once costume has been chosen. Long hair should be worn in a tight ponytail