Performance This class is a creative and fun introduction to dance. This class explores movement and musical rhythms with exciting imagery and motivational songs to encourage these little ones. Children get to express their natural joy of movement in a nurturing and fun atmosphere. This class is 45 minutes long.

Performance An exciting beginning class for those students whose interest in ballet has just begun. This one hour class introduces the fundamentals of technique as well as focusing on musicality, strength-building, and following directions. The environment in the classroom is more structured; however, the emphasis of the class is on the students' pure joy of dance movement.

Performance Prerequisite: Completed two years in Ballet 1 and approved to move up. For the student who has spent at least two school years in Ballet 1 and has mastered all concepts of that class. Ballet 2 will build on the fundamentals of Ballet 1 while introducing more vocabulary and more complex movements and structure. Most students will spend a minimum of two years at this level.

Performance Prerequisite: Completed at least one year in Ballet 4 and approved to move up. This class is designed for the advanced- intermediate student. Ballet 5 dancers will be challenged to handle more difficult combinations at a faster pace. Center work will include more advanced turning and jumping exercises. At this level, pointe class is mandatory. Young men at this level begin to perform steps and combinations that are specially designed for the male dancer. Most students will spend a minimum of two years at this level.

Non Performance Class punch card available. This is a once a week ballet class for beginning students who have not had much training in the past but wish to learn or just want a class to stay in shape. This class is also perfect for jazz or musical theater students who need a solid ballet foundation on which to build their skills. This class proceeds at a more relaxed pace than our other ballet classes.

Performance Students are required to be in Ballet 3 or higher in order to take Modern 1 (Ballet 2 upon approval). This class is designed for students to explore movement as a creative art form. Curriculum includes opportunities to develop physical strength, flexibility and endurance while exploring improvisational and expressive movement. A variety of modern dance exercises and vocabulary are used from the Horton modern dance technique. It is likely that students will spend a minimum of two years at this level.

PerformanceW6:45-7:45 Concurrent enrollment in Ballet 3 or higher is required. Prerequisite: Successfully passed Modern 3 or by teacher approval. Designed for the advanced dancer, Modern 4 will challenge students with exercises and choreography to broaden their movement vocabulary and physical endurance. Emphasis is given to a wider range of modern styles and exercises. Students learn to take responsibility for their personal health and to care for their dance instrument. It is likely that students will spend a minimum of two years at this level.

Performance Prerequisite: Successfully passed Jazz 2 or by teacher approval. It is STRONGLY recommended that Jazz 3 students be enrolled in a Ballet class. Students will build upon elements learned in Jazz 1,2, and 3 as they learn about movement dynamics (accent, texture, and attitude), stylizing (lyrical, commercial, etc.), specialty jumps, turns, and more intricate use of the floor including knee work. It is likely that students will spend a minimum of two years at this level.

Performance Prerequisite: Placement Class. Must be Ballet 4 or higher AND must be enrolled in Saturday 10:00am Ballet class Contemporary incorporates the styles of many forms of dance including ballet, modern and jazz. Gaining in popularity in today’s dance world, contemporary dance is swiftly becoming one of the dominating performance genres for concert dancers. It utilizes the strong, controlled legwork of ballet and employs contact-release, floor work, fall and recovery, and improvisation characteristic of modern dance.

Performance Prerequisite: Successfully passed Tap 2 or by teacher approval. Includes and continues comprehension of Tap 2 elements and adds compound steps and combinations. Steps include Essence, Time Step, Maxi Ford, Front Irish and more. It is likely that students will spend a minimum of two years at this level.

Performance This hour long class is a great way to introduce both ballet and tap to the beginner student in a way that is fun and imaginative. Students use their creativity as they explore movement and space all while excelling in listening, counting, coordination, and rhythm. Children express their natural enthusiasm for dance as they learn the foundational elements of ballet and tap in a disciplined yet fun atmosphere.

Performance This class is for students beginning their formal dance training who are ready to learn more of the technical aspects and skills associated with ballet. This class will teach the fundamentals of ballet with an emphasis in proper technique and discipline. Ballet vocabulary will be introduced. Students should be no younger than 7 years old. Most students spend a minimum of two years in this level.

Performance Prerequisite: Completed at least one year in Ballet 2 and approved to move up. For the student who has spent at least one year in Ballet 2. Ballet 3 is the student's first intermediate year of study and is full of new challenges. Class times are lengthened at this level. Students will be executing more complex combinations as well as being introduced to pointe work. Most students will spend a minimum of two years at this level. Pre Pointe/Pointe for Ballet 3 is mandatory (MUST be taken concurrently.)

Performance Prerequisite: Completed at least one year in Ballet 5 and approved to move up. Ballet 6 is our most advanced level of ballet offered. Students at this level must demonstrate technical proficiency and should be able to execute any and all movements asked of them. Dancers in this class refine their technique and begin mastering the performing skills and artistry required for professional companies. At this level, pointe class is mandatory. Classical variations are studied extensively, and dancers begin the study of partnering. Most students will spend a minimum of two years at this level.

Non Performance Class punch card available. This class is geared toward students at an intermediate skill level who want a good ballet workout. It is perfect for high school or college age students who desire a once-a-week class or adults who have had some training in the past and would like to keep up their skill. This class proceeds at a more relaxed pace than our other ballet classes.

Performance Enrollment in Ballet 3 or higher is required. Prerequisite: Successfully passed Modern 1 or by teacher approval. This class emphasizes students' acquisition of intermediate movement skills and refined motor control through the study of Horton modern techniques. Students will also be introduced to the Graham technique. Modern 2 is for those dance students who demonstrate an intermediate level of dance technique and an interest in exploring dance movement as a creative and expressive art form.

Performance It is STRONGLY recommended that Jazz students be enrolled in a Ballet class. This energetic class consists of foundational jazz dance elements including; counting & timing, directional changing, spotting, body alignment, contractions, isolations, jumps, turns and combinations. Dancers will also experience center core strengthening and stretching.

Performance Ballet is REQUIRED for enrollment in Jazz 4. Prerequisite: Successfully passed Jazz 3 or by teacher approval. Students will build upon elements learned in Jazz 1,2, and 3 as they learn about movement dynamics (accent, texture, and attitude), stylizing (lyrical, commercial, etc.), specialty jumps, turns, and more intricate use of the floor including knee work. It is likely that students will spend a minimum of two years at this level.

Performance Students begin with the basic elements, primary steps, shuffles, flap, ball change, buffalo, waltz clog and cramp roll. A fun and challenging class preparing the student for more complex combinations, Simple combinations will help students apply and retain material.

Performance Strength training is essential for building a solid foundation for dance. This class will be a great introduction for the male dancer, actor, or athlete wanting to improve his flexibility, posture, fitness, musicality and precision of movement. Combining dance technique with physical conditioning, this class will provide formal dance training while building strength and stamina. The students will also have the opportunity to learn stunts and choreography.

Performance An exciting beginning class for those students whose interest in ballet has just begun. This one hour class introduces the fundamentals of technique as well as focusing on musicality, strength-building, and following directions. The environment in the classroom is more structured; however, the emphasis of the class is on the students' pure joy of dance movement.

Performance This class is for the older student ready for formal ballet training emphasizing technical aspects and skills, proper vocabulary, discipline and technique. Students should be no younger than 10 years old. The class will introduce students to some of the Ballet 2 curriculum. Most students will spend a minimum of two years at this level.

Performance Prerequisite: Completed at least one year in Ballet 3 and approved to move up. Ballet 4 will continue building the student's vocabulary while allowing them to attempt more complex choreography. Emphasis will be placed on the carriage and proper use of the upper body in addition to refining the technique of the lower body. Class frequency is increased and pointe class is mandatory at this level. Most students will spend a minimum of two years at this level.

Prerequisite: Must be Ballet 4 or higher OR an adult over the age of 18 A class perfect for dancers and non-dancers alike. Pilates conditions the body and helps it move efficiently with grace and ease. It is excellent for injury prevention and provides abdominal strength, flexibility, and balance, creating stronger, longer, leaner muscles.

Non Performance Class punch card available. Admittance to class with Ballet 4/5 or Ballet 6 will be based upon approval. This class is geared toward students at a high-intermediate/advanced skill level who want a good ballet workout. It is perfect for high school or college age students who desire a once-a-week class or adults who have had extensive training in the past and would like to keep up their skill.

Performance Concurrent enrollment in Ballet 3 or higher is required. Prerequisite: Successfully passed Modern 2 or by teacher approval. Designed for the advanced dancer, Modern 3 will challenge students with exercises and choreography to broaden their movement vocabulary and physical endurance. Emphasis is given to a wider range of modern styles and exercises. Students learn to take responsibility for their personal health and to care for their dance instrument. It is likely that students will spend a minimum of two years at this level.

Performance It is STRONGLY recommended that Jazz students be enrolled in a Ballet class. Prerequisite: Successfully passed Jazz 1 or by teacher approval. Students will review and continue with the foundational elements introduced in Jazz I. They will increase their vocabulary, understanding, and execution of these elements as they learn more compound, progressive, and complex combinations. Students will also experience a concentrated focus on isolations, contractions, body alignment, transitioning, and center core strength.

Performance Prerequisite: Placement Class. Must be Ballet 4 or higher AND must be enrolled in Saturday 10:00am Ballet class Contemporary incorporates the styles of many forms of dance including ballet, modern and jazz. Gaining in popularity in today’s dance world, contemporary dance is swiftly becoming one of the dominating performance genres for concert dancers. It utilizes the strong, controlled legwork of ballet and employs contact-release, floor work, fall and recovery, and improvisation characteristic of modern dance.

Performance Prerequisite: Successfully passed Tap 1 or by teacher approval. Includes and continues comprehension of Tap 1 elements and adds compound steps and combinations. Steps include Essence, Time Step, Maxi Ford, Front Irish and more. It is likely that students will spend a minimum of two years at this level.

Performance Prerequisite: Placement Class. Must be Ballet 4 or higher AND must be enrolled in Saturday 10:00am Ballet class Contemporary incorporates the styles of many forms of dance including ballet, modern and jazz. Gaining in popularity in today’s dance world, contemporary dance is swiftly becoming one of the dominating performance genres for concert dancers. It utilizes the strong, controlled legwork of ballet and employs contact-release, floor work, fall and recovery, and improvisation characteristic of modern dance.