CHILDREN, age 8–12:
A program designed for the student who is mature enough to begin more sound foundational technique in a one hour long class.  Students may or may not have had previous dance training.  Focus is on the execution of skills necessary to move the student forward technically and artistically.  This is a program which has a good balance between focus on class work and the joy of learning to dance.  Level I-II, II-III, III-IV indicates progression as students work through the levels.  Students who move from a 45 minute to a one hour class usually will begin again in Level I-II classes.  Children age 12 have the option of Teen/Adult class levels.  We will help with proper placement.

Teen/Adult:
The teen/adult program is based on the standard syllabus required in the dance industry.  Whether you dance for fun, recreation, or are pursuing dance as a career - it is here you will learn, grow and mature.  As you work through the challenges of class work, you will reap the rewards of learning how to dance.  Sound technique is developed by regular class attendance and performance.  Student’s stair step in this track when they are able to adequately execute the level of difficulty presented.  Levels:  Adult, I-II, II, II-III, III, III-IV, IV, IV-V indicates the level of difficulty in the class as students develop fundamental skills necessary for advancement.  Generally students take the same level for two years before moving up.  Students moving from children’s classes to teen/adult classes should check with instructor for placement.

ADULTS ONLY
Our adult program offer classes in Ballet, Body Conditioning, Hip Hop, Jazz, Lyrical and Tap.  The classes are available for students ages 21 & older and catered to adult learning.  It’s a fun and exciting way to exercise and learn how to dance.  SPECIAL DISCOUNT:  Parents of currently registered students receive a 50% discount off tuition for all classes.   Multiple classes receive 10% off tuition. 
BODY CONDITIONING IS A NON RECITAL CLASS.

Baby Ballet
Baby Ballet class is a magical introduction to dance for the 2-3 year old child.  The basic elements of dance are introduced in a positive and loving way using props such as scarves, stuffed animals, musical instruments, and costume effects.  A fun-filled half-hour class that engages the child in age appropriate activities while teaching drama, music, and the excitement of the world of dance.  Baby Ballet is a wonderful way for a child who loves music and movement to develop a positive attitude toward learning and the classroom.   
NOTE:  The only requirement for participation in the Baby Ballet program is that the student will separate from the parent and follow the general loose structure of the class work.  Some children need several weeks to adjust to the new environment and develop a trust relationship with the instructor.  If after two weeks a student is not fully participating we will recommend the student and a parent or caregiver transfer to Baby Dance with Me.  
Students must meet the minimum age requirement of the class by September 30th.

ATTIRE:
Girls:  Any color leotard and tights, pink leather ballet shoes, dance skirts are allowed. 
Boys: Any solid color T-shirt and black dance pants or sweatpants, black leather ballet shoes.
NO BARE LEGS and LONG HAIR MUST BE SECURELY TIED UP – Ponytails are allowed.  

Baby Dance With Me
Baby Dance with Me class is the perfect introduction to dance for a child walking through age 3 that is not quite ready to separate.  Tuition for this class includes both the child and a parent or caregiver.  The basic elements of dance are introduced in a positive and loving way using props such as scarves, stuffed animals, musical instruments, and costume effects.  A fun-filled half-hour class that engages the child in age appropriate activities while teaching drama, music, and the excitement of the world of dance.  Baby Dance with Me is a wonderful way for a child who loves music and movement to develop a positive attitude toward learning and the classroom. 
THIS IS A NON-RECITAL CLASS.

ATTIRE:  
Girls:  Any color leotard and tights, pink leather ballet shoes, short dance skirts are allowed. 
Boys: Any solid color T-shirt and black dance pants or sweatpants, black leather ballet shoes.
Parent/Caregiver:  Loose fitting clothing, bare feet, stocking feet or ballet shoes. No blue jeans or street shoes.
NO BARE LEGS and LONG HAIR MUST BE SECURELY TIED UP – Ponytails are allowed.     

BODY CONDITIONING
Body conditioning class will combine techniques from Pilates, yoga, and ballet to give a total body workout.  The class will help students build strength and flexibility and also help prevent injury.  Key elements focus on breathing, warm up, and “core” stabilization.  Benefits of conditioning include developing long, strong, toned muscles, strengthen abdominal muscles, improve balance & coordination, enhance breathing, retain bone density, increase flexibility, maintain healthy joints, alleviate chronic pain caused by faulty alignment, feel & look better, and increase stamina and endurance.
THIS IS A NON-RECITAL CLASS.

Classical Ballet
Ballet is for everyone!  Classical dance is popular the world over and is the basis for all good dancing in every style.  It may be studied for personal enjoyment, discipline, or perhaps toward the fulfillment of a lifelong dream.  The syllabus is based on a progression of exercises from the barre to the center, preparing the body and mind for technique that develops good placement, proper breathing, co-ordination, strength, grace, and musicality.   

ATTIRE:  
Girls Age 5-12: Black or pink leotards, pink tights, and pink leather ballet shoes. Short dance skirts are permitted. 
Girls 12 & older: Any primarily solid color leotard, any color tights and pink leather ballet shoes. Short dance skirts are permitted. 
Boys: Black tights or dance pants, black or white solid color T-shirt, and black leather ballet shoes. 
NO BARE LEGS and LONG HAIR MUST BE SECURELY TIED UP - No Ponytails! 

Hip Hop
You won’t be able to stand still after learning the latest popular dance moves!   Come and have loads of fun while learning great new steps!   Bring a friend and learn how to dance routines from some of the world’s greatest Hip Hop masters.  Our instructors have had classes in Boston, New York City, and Los Angeles  with renowned choreographers such as Jermaine Brown, Chio, Jeremy Knutsen, Rhapsody, Roman Vasquez, and Darrin to name a few. 

ATTIRE: 
Girls Age 6-8: Any color leotard or tight fitting top, tights or jazz pants, black ballet shoes, black jazz shoes or black jazz sneakers.        
Girls Age 8 & older: Any color leotard or tight fitting top, tights or jazz pants, black jazz shoes or black jazz sneakers.
Boys Age 6-8: Any solid color T-shirt and black dance pants or sweatpants, black ballet shoes, black jazz shoes or black jazz sneakers. 
Boys Age 8 & older: Any solid color T-shirt and black dance pants or sweatpants, black jazz shoes or black jazz sneakers.
Blue jeans are not allowed.  No Bare Mid-Drifts.
NO BARE LEGS and LONG HAIR MUST BE   SECURELY TIED UP – Ponytails are allowed.

Jazz Dance
Jazz dance is what's happening!  If you love popular music and energetic movement, then jazz dance is for you.  All styles of classical and contemporary dance meld together forming the variety of jazz dance styles enjoyed by both dancers and audiences today.  It is a fun and fabulous way to express one's personality and exuberance through dance.

ATTIRE: 
Girls Age 8-12: Any color leotard or tight fitting top, tights or jazz pants, black leather ballet shoes or black jazz shoes. 
Girls Age 12 & older: Any color leotard or tight fitting top, tights or jazz pants, and black jazz shoes.
Boys: Any solid color T-shirt and black dance pants or sweatpants, black leather ballet shoes or black jazz shoes. 
No Bare Mid-Drifts.  Jazz Sneakers are not allowed for the recital!
NO BARE LEGS and LONG HAIR MUST BE SECURELY TIED UP – Ponytails are allowed. 

CONTEMPORARY/LYRICAL
Contemporary/Lyrical is an emotional fusion of interpretive movement incorporating ballet, jazz, and modern.  Inner emotion and expression are used to tell a passionate story.  While using traditional lines and paying particular attention to technique, the Contemporary/Lyrical style is a continuous flow of movement. 

ATTIRE: 
Girls: Any primarily solid color leotard and footless or transitional tights.  Jazz pants or dance skirts are allowed.
Boys: Black tights or dance pants, solid color T-shirt.
Students dance in bare feet or open modern sandals
No Bare Mid-Drifts.
NO BARE LEGS and LONG HAIR MUST BE SECURELY TIED UP – Ponytails are allowed. 

Modern
Modern is a dance technique grounded in the human experience.  This class will explore the expressive nature of movement following in the footsteps of Modern dance pioneers Limon, Graham, Horton, and Cunningham to name but a few.  Modern is an opportunity for unlimited technical development and self-expression in diverse and interesting choreography. 

ATTIRE: 
Girls: Any primarily solid color leotard, footless or transitional tights.  Jazz pants or dance skirts are allowed. 
Men/Boys: Black tights or dance pants, solid color T-shirt.
Students dance in bare feet or open modern sandals.
No Bare Mid-Drifts!
NO BARE LEGS and LONG HAIR MUST BE SECURELY TIED UP – Ponytails are allowed. 

Tap Dance
Tap dancing is one of the most entertaining, lighthearted and classic of all the dance styles that have permeated the theatrical dance world for the entire century.  Tap dance is a musical art form and a fun-filled way to develop rhythm, co-ordination and balance that will be a complement to all other dance styles.   It is a joy to learn to tap dance!  Come and have some fun - and get a great workout as well!!  
Please Note:  For children age 3-10 see combination Tap & Jazz and Tap & Ballet classes. 

ATTIRE: 
Girls: Any color leotard or tight fitting top, tights or jazz pants, black tap shoes, dance skirts are allowed. 
Men/Boys: Any solid color T-shirt and black dance pants or sweatpants, black tap shoes. 
Blue jeans are not allowed.  No Bare Mid-Drifts!
NO BARE LEGS and LONG HAIR MUST BE SECURELY TIED UP – Ponytails are allowed. 

Tap & Ballet For Children
This class combines the fundamentals of tap dance and the basics of classical ballet to introduce children to the joys of rhythmic movement and the elegance and magic of ballet.  Age appropriate work is introduced in both disciplines each week that develops the young dancer in a fun but systematic way.  As a student progresses through the levels, the class work becomes more challenging. 
Students must meet the minimum age requirement of the class by September 30th.

ATTIRE:  
Girls: Any color leotard, light colored tights, pink leather ballet shoes, and black tap shoes.  Short dance               skirts are permitted. 
Boys:     Any solid color T-shirt and black dance pants or sweatpants, black leather ballet shoes and black tap        shoes.   
NO BARE LEGS and LONG HAIR MUST BE SECURELY TIED UP – Ponytails are allowed. 

Tap & Jazz for Children
This class is fun and educational for the student who enjoys contemporary dance and the rhythm of musical tap dance. The fundamentals of tap and jazz are combined to develop an overall strong dancer in the eclectic styles of tap and jazz.   A great class for the energetic student.

ATTIRE:  
Girls: Any color leotard or tight fitting top, tights or jazz pants, black leather ballet shoes or black jazz shoes and black tap shoes.  Short dance skirts are allowed. 
Boys: Any solid color T-shirt and black dance pants or sweatpants, black leather ballet shoes and black tap shoes.
NO BARE LEGS and LONG HAIR MUST BE SECURELY TIED UP – Ponytails are allowed. 

Theatre Dance
This class combines singing, dancing, and acting.  The class will be a combination of original and sometimes zany choreography; often combining ballet, jazz, tap and modern dance.  Music of all genres will be used and interpreted providing a truly theatrical experience.  Be ready to have some fun!  This class is a great workshop for students wishing to develop their musical theatre skills for fun, self expression, and use in local theatre productions. 

ATTIRE: 
Girls:  Any color leotard or tight fitting top, any color tights or black jazz pants, black leather ballet shoes or black jazz shoes.  Short dance skirts are allowed.
Boys: Any color shirt and black dance pants or sweatpants, black ballet or black jazz shoes. 
NO BARE LEGS and LONG HAIR MUST BE SECURELY TIED UP – Ponytails are allowed.