BALLET 1 with Mercedes

This class is suitable for beginners and will cover the fundamentals of classical ballet technique. Ballet stories and music will inspire our dancers along with time for some creative movement play. The importance of strength, flexibility, rhythm, musicality, and memorization will be practiced. The basics of performing will be introduced and dancers will get to show what they’ve been working on in class with much excitement! Dancers can wear either a black leotard with pink tights and ballet slippers, or a white shirt with black leggings and ballet slippers. Hair should be pulled back in a tight bun or a ponytail if hair is short. (Don’t forget to bring a water bottle and wear warm clothing over your uniform.)

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BALLET 2A with Mercedes

For children that wish to enjoy what ballet has to offer! We will be working on healthy body alignment, strength/flexibility, musicality and memorization. Dancers will start at the barre for warm up, dance in the center and do traveling exercises. We will practice the basics plus glissade, sous-sus, echape jumps to second and back to fifth, pas de chat, soutenu turns, saute in first arabesque position, changement, bouree across the floor with pas de bouree in between, fouetté jump, tour jete, arm movements and more. We will devote some time in classes to watch video clips of spectacular ballet stories, dancers and music to aid in inspiration. Dancers should arrive to class on time with their hair up in a tight bun (or pulled out of the face if hair is short). Dancers should wear a black leotard, pink ballet slippers and convertible pink tights (a hole at the bottom allows dancer to pull the foot through to dance barefoot for modern etc). If your child does not follow the dress code they might be asked to sit out, unable to participate in class time. 

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Ballet 2B with Mercedes

For children looking to enjoy the art of Ballet! We will be working on healthy body alignment, strength/flexibility, musicality and memorization. Dancers will start at the barre for warm up, dance in the center and do traveling exercises. We will get to work on glissade, sous-sus, echape jumps to second and back to fifth, pas de chat, pique turns, chaines, saute in first arabesque position, changement, promenade in first arabesque, pirouette, bourree across the floor with pas de bourree in between, arm movements and more. We will devote some time in classes to watch video clips of spectacular ballet stories, dancers and music to aid in inspiration. Dancers should arrive to class on time with their hair up in a tight bun (or pulled out of the face if hair is short). Dancers should wear a black leotard, pink ballet slippers and convertible pink tights (a hole at the bottom allows dancer to pull the foot through to dance barefoot for modern etc). If your child does not follow the dress code they might be asked to sit out, unable to participate in class time. 

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BALLET 2B/3 & 3 with Raina

For dancers ready to explore the intricacies of Ballet technique and the artistry of Ballet.  This class will work at a faster pace than the previous level and dancer etiquette is required at the highest level. We will work more on glissade, sous-sus, echappe jumps to second and back to fifth, entrechat-quatre, pas de chat, pas de bouree en tournament, sissonne, sauté in first arabesque position, transition steps, promenade in first arabesque, turn from fifth position, bourrée, arm movements through low first to middle and up high, plus an understanding of first, second and third arabesque arm lines, waltz en tournament. Dancers can wear either a black leotard with pink or skin tone tights and ballet slippers, or a white shirt with black leggings and ballet slippers. Hair should be pulled back in a tight bun or a ponytail if hair is short.

PREPOINTE 2B/3 with Raina
For serious dancers interested in dancing en pointe in the future, or for dancers looking to strengthen their feet and body. We will work on strengthening the feet and ankles as well as the surrounding muscles including the legs and abdominals, and dancing with proper alignment of the body. Class will include barre and center work, as well as conditioning and theraband exercises.

BALLET 4 with Raina

For dancers ready for more complex combinations and further exploration of the artistry of ballet. Class exercises will be practiced with performance skills in mind at all times. Dancers must have a strong knowledge of ballet vocabulary, technique, and placement. Combinations will be learned quickly and executed at performance levels. Emphasis will be placed on strengthening and alignment of the body in preparation for beginning pointe work. Selected students will begin pointe work at the recommendation of the instructor. The class will consist of intermediate/advanced barre work, center exercises including tendu, adagio, and petit allegro, and across the floor combinations including turns and jumps. Students are expected to take all classes at their level. Dancers can wear either a black leotard with pink or skin tone tights and ballet slippers, or a white shirt with black leggings and ballet slippers. Hair should be pulled back in a tight bun or a ponytail if hair is short.

BALLET 5 with Raina

For dancers ready for faster-paced, complex combinations and further exploration of the artistry and musicality of ballet. Class exercises will be practiced with performance skills in mind at all times. Dancers must have an advanced knowledge of ballet vocabulary, technique, and placement. Combinations will be learned quickly and executed at performance levels. Emphasis will be placed on strengthening and alignment of the body for the preparation or continuation of pointe work. Intermediate/advanced pointe students may wear their pointe shoes for a selected portion of the class. The class will consist of advanced barre work, center exercises including tendu, adagio, and petit allegro, and across the floor combinations including turns and jumps. Students are expected to take all classes at their level. Dancers can wear either a black leotard with pink or skin tone tights and ballet slippers, or a white shirt with black leggings and ballet slippers. Hair should be pulled back in a tight bun or a ponytail if hair is short.

PREPOINTE & POINTE 4 & 5/Strengthening with Raina
For dancers currently en pointe, dancers interested in dancing en pointe in the future, or for dancers looking to strengthen their feet and body. We will work on strengthening the feet and ankles as well as the surrounding muscles including the legs and abdominals, and dancing with proper alignment of the body. Class will include barre and center work as well as conditioning exercises.

Please note: Pointe work is not permitted without permission from the instructor. Intense training and preparation must be taken seriously for several years before going en pointe. DO NOT purchase pointe shoes on your own without consulting your ballet teachers and a pointe shoe expert. 

CONTEMPORARY 3 with Molly

This contemporary class will offer a warm up that is based on sinking into the body, becoming aware of our bodies structure and posture, and working from the inside out, which will allow for movement that comes from not just the superficial body but from a deeper place. We will work on connecting to momentum, release and empowered choice making that comes from our own bodies wisdom. There will be technique in the center, an exploration of texture, sensation, and new pathways of movement through improvisation, and the class will end with choreography that will really challenge the dancer to reach their full range of motion, power and conviction in their dancing. Dancers are required to wear a solid colored leotard or tank & black leggings, bare feet/hair tightly pulled back in a bun or ponytail.

CONTEMPORARY 4 with Molly

This class will be for the more experienced dancer and a further exploration into finding momentum in movement, opening up to our 3-dimensional bodies, floor-work, inversions, and the interplay between using muscle and finding softness in our dancing. We will utilize improvisation to discover our own voice and creative force from within as well as to explore different textures, qualities, and possibilities of movement. We will move into more choice based movement where we will get out of our patterns and habitual ways of moving. We will tap into the felt experience and find ways to follow our own sensation in the moment. We will continue to utilize our choreographic tools and explore ways in which we can integrate all the things we’ve done in class so far to create full bodied, self expressive, and thoughtful dances. Dancers are required to wear a solid colored leotard or tank & black leggings, bare feet/hair tightly pulled back in a bun or ponytail. 

CONTEMPORARY 5 with Molly

This is the most advanced level contemporary class for the experienced and pre-professional dancer. We will use movement, breath and imagery to arrive in the space, into sensation and availability of our bodies. We will find ways to utilize our whole bodies through technique phrases in the center and improvisation. There will be more of an emphasis on improvisational scores where the dancer will work on their listening body, confident choice making, authentic and conscious movement, and exploring ways to connect from a distance. We will tap into the felt experience and find ways to follow our own sensation in the moment. The movement phrases will be advanced and rigorous as we will continue to build on our skills of momentum, floor work, inversions, and full bodied movement as well as the intuitive body where the dancer can move away from the idea of right and wrong and move into the idea of meeting each moment exactly where they are so they can feel what they are doing and let that shine through. We will continue to utilize our choreographic tools and explore ways in which we can integrate all the things we’ve done in class so far to create full bodied, self expressive, meaningful and thoughtful dances. Dancers are required to wear a solid colored leotard or tank & black leggings, bare feet/hair tightly pulled back in a bun or ponytail.

CONTEMPORARY JAZZ 2B with Angela

In this Beginning level class, students will explore contemporary dance through the foundations of Jazz technique. This class is an introduction to the basics of Jazz and Contemporary techniques and will set your dancer up for the following levels of the style, including: inversions, leaps and jumps, extensions, tricks, core strength and improvisation. By offering unique choreography and technique adapted from the traditional form of the style, this class will allow dancers to use their technical training as a tool to develop and expand their relationship to stylized movement. With a warm up designed to stretch and strengthen, and dynamic center and floor work, dancers will be fully prepared for the end of class choreography section. Choreography will cover the basics of Jazz technique but will have Contemporary elements incorporated throughout.  Dancers are required to wear a solid colored leotard or tank & black leggings, bare feet/hair tightly pulled back in a bun or ponytail.

CONTEMPORARY JAZZ 3 with Angela

In this Beginning/Intermediate level class, students will explore Contemporary dance with the foundations of Jazz technique. This level is for dancers who have previously had technique classes and want to jump back in, or for teens who are natural movers but desire technical refinement. By offering unique choreography and technique adapted from the traditional form of the style, this class will allow dancers to use their technical training as a tool to develop and expand their relationship to stylized movement. With a warm up designed to stretch and strengthen, and dynamic center and floor work, dancers will be fully prepared for the end of class choreography section. Choreography will cover the basics of Jazz technique but will have Contemporary elements incorporated throughout.  Dancers are required to wear a solid colored leotard or tank & black leggings, bare feet/hair tightly pulled back in a bun or ponytail.

CONTEMPORARY JAZZ 4 with Angela

In this Intermediate/Advanced level class, students will explore Contemporary dance with the foundations of Jazz technique. This class is for dancers who have taken all previous levels, or equivalent, have a solid understanding and practice of jazz and contemporary techniques, and are ready to challenge and push the limits. By offering unique choreography and technique adapted from the traditional form of the style, this class will allow dancers to use their technical training as a tool to develop and expand their relationship to stylized movement. With a warm up designed to stretch and strengthen, and dynamic center and floor work, dancers will be fully prepared for the end of class choreography section. Choreography will cover the basics of Jazz technique but will have Contemporary elements incorporated throughout. Dancers are required to wear a solid colored leotard or tank & black leggings, bare feet/hair tightly pulled back in a bun or ponytail.

CONTEMPORARY JAZZ 5 with Angela

In this Advanced level class, students will explore Contemporary dance with the foundations of Jazz technique. This class is for dancers who have taken all previous levels, or equivalent, have an exceptional understanding and practice of jazz and contemporary techniques, and are ready to challenge and push the limits. By offering unique choreography and technique adapted from the traditional form of the style, this class will allow dancers to use their technical training as a tool to develop and expand their relationship to stylized movement. With a warm up designed to stretch and strengthen, and dynamic center and floor work, dancers will be fully prepared for the end of class choreography section. Choreography will cover the basics of Jazz technique but will have Contemporary elements incorporated throughout. Dancers are required to wear a solid colored leotard or tank & black leggings, bare feet/hair tightly pulled back in a bun or ponytail.

HIP HOP 1  with Eddie
The essential to learning HipHop is to find your bounce! Not only will you find your OWN bounce but we will implicate the fundamentals. These would be basic grooves, 1-4 steps, and combos that will guide us within this dance culture. A magnificent class for those who are brand new to dance in general. We will be going over HOW to listen to music and catching the BEAT. Using the beat as our guide, we can create and incorporate our own story within dance.

Hip Hop dancers should wear shirt/tank top, sweatpants/leggings, and clean sneakers and socks (dancers will occasionally be dancing in their socks). Absolutely no flat shoes, slippers, slides, or open-toed shoes. SHOE RECOMMENDATION: Heel support in shoe (lifted/cushion back sole). 

HIP HOP 2/3  with Eddie
With the fundamentals established we can now layer our movement. I like to call it, SET the stage. Understanding Spacial Awareness and implementing all three dimensions can add value to our moves. Energy and Textures give details on HOW we execute moves and make them feel more immersive. Timing and Musicality can change a boring dull 8count into an eye catching piece of work! This class is focused on Spacial Awareness, Energy/Textures, Timing/Musicality and how a combination of these three can multiply your arsenal of movement. 

Hip Hop dancers should wear shirt/tank top, sweatpants/leggings, and clean sneakers and socks (dancers will occasionally be dancing in their socks). Absolutely no flat shoes, slippers, slides, or open-toed shoes. SHOE RECOMMENDATION: Heel support in shoe (lifted/cushion back sole), no flat shoes (Vans not recommended).

Teen Hip Hop with Eddie
For those dedicated towards HipHop and have experience with the above levels or equivalent, this class is aimed toward teens who are interested in learning the tips and tricks to better improve themselves in dance. Learning different styles, Applying them into our structure, Mastering their fundamentals, and then Building upon it all is our goal. All dance is connected and this class will definitely connect the dots!

Hip Hop dancers should wear shirt/tank top, sweatpants/leggings, and clean sneakers and socks (dancers will occasionally be dancing in their socks). Absolutely no flat shoes, slippers, slides, or open-toed shoes.  SHOE RECOMMENDATION: Heel support in shoe (lifted/cushion back sole), no flat shoes (Vans not recommended).

JAZZ 1 with Nicolette

In this class we will cover the fundamental building blocks of Jazz technique and creative movement. We will work on basic turns, kicks and leaps as well as classic jazz steps such as step touches, jazz squares, passes, pas de bourrees, chasses, etc. Warm up will include stretches to improve flexibility as well as strengthening exercises to establish strong form. Correct jazz technique and alignment will be incorporated into all aspects, while allowing the students to take creative liberty with their movement. Students will work on timing, musicality and the 8 count. Choreography will be taught every week, leading up to a full piece that will be showcased in the recital. Students will be taught the importance of showmanship in preparation for the performance.

Dancers are required to wear a tight fitting top and bottoms and jazz shoes. Warm-ups clothes are recommended for the beginning of class. Hair should be pulled back away from face in a bun or ponytail.

JAZZ 2 with Nicolette

Jazz II will continue to build upon the basics covered in Jazz I. Faster-paced choreography and music will be incorporated, as well as more complex movements such as basic turns, jumps, extensions and isolations. We will work on developing stage presence, individuality and confidence while focusing on technique, musicality and precision. Dancers are required to wear a tight fitting top and bottoms and jazz shoes. Warm-ups clothes are recommended for the beginning of class. Hair should be pulled back away from face in a bun or ponytail.

JAZZ 3 with Nicolette

Jazz 3 will continue to build upon the basics covered in Jazz 2. More intricate choreography and music will be incorporated, as well as more complex jazz jumps and turns such as straight-leg, plie and attitude turn . We will work on furthering stage presence, individuality and confidence while focusing on improving jazz technique. Dancers will work on jazz improvisation and creative expression. Dancers are required to wear a tight fitting top and bottoms and jazz shoes. Warm-ups clothes are recommended for the beginning of class. Hair should be pulled back away from face in a bun or ponytail.

JAZZ 4/5 with Nicolette

Jazz 4 will continue to build upon the basics covered in Jazz 3. Choreography will include fast-paced jumps, turns and floorwork. We will strengthen jazz technique by drilling across-the-floor exercises, and doing turns in center. We will continue to work on stage presence, individuality and confidence while focusing on learning new skills and tricks. Dancers are required to wear a tight fitting top and bottoms and jazz shoes. Warm-ups clothes are recommended for the beginning of class. Hair should be pulled back away from face in a bun or ponytail.

Modern 1 with Micha

This class is designed with an emphasis on building foundational dance technique, musicianship and counting skills, and fostering the creative joy of movement through improvisation. Dancers learn body alignment, proper foot and arm placement, work on both flexibility and strength, balance, start to build a dance vocabulary, and are challenged in the practice of memorizing and then building on a sequence of movements. Dancers are expected to maintain proper classroom etiquette at all times. Dancers should wear leotard/tank top and leggings, bare feet/hair tightly pulled back in a bun or ponytail.

Modern 2A with Micha

Dancers continue to build on their foundational technique as their alignment, carriage of the arms, foot positions, and proper leg and hip placement is emphasized. Dancers are challenged with variations in center floor, and continue to add to their dance vocabulary. Leaps and jumps, counting music, and triplets are introduced, and a variety of dynamic qualities are explored through the use of improvisation. Dancers are expected to maintain proper classroom etiquette at all times. Dancers should wear solid colored leotard/tank top and leggings, bare feet/hair tightly pulled back in a bun or ponytail.

Modern 2B with Micha

Modern 3 with Micha

This is an intermediate level class for dancers with a strong technical foundation. Continuing to build on their ever expanding technical abilities, this class challenges dancers to a high level of precision and accuracy in the execution of movement and musicianship. Emphasizing balance, strength, flexibility, coordination, body conditioning and alignment, dancers will be given longer and more complex sequences of choreography with greater dynamic nuance. They will explore their own creative voice through the use of improvisation and choreographic exploration. Dancers are expected to maintain proper classroom etiquette at all times. Dancers should wear solid colored leotard/tank top and leggings, bare feet/hair tightly pulled back in a bun or ponytail.

Modern 4 with Micha

At this advanced level dancers will add even more precision to their dancing, exploring how the precise use of energy can create accuracy in each movement. Dancers will get more detailed in the execution of movement as they continue to develop their strength, coordination, balance, flexibility, alignment and body conditioning.  Poly-rhythmic movements and counts, off center balances and turns, extended energetic sequences and sustained adagio sequences will push dancers to their highest potential. They will explore their own creative voice through the use of improvisation and choreographic exploration. Dancers are expected to demonstrate proper classroom etiquette at all times. Dancers should wear solid colored leotard/tank top and leggings, bare feet/hair tightly pulled back in a bun or ponytail.

Modern 5 with Micha

At this advanced level dancers will add even more precision to their dancing, exploring how the precise use of energy can create accuracy in each movement. Dancers will get more detailed in the execution of movement as they continue to develop their strength, coordination, balance, flexibility, alignment and body conditioning.  Poly-rhythmic movements and counts, off center balances and turns, extended energetic sequences and sustained adagio sequences will push dancers to their highest potential. They will explore their own creative voice through the use of improvisation and choreographic exploration. Dancers are expected to demonstrate proper classroom etiquette at all times. Dancers should wear solid colored leotard/tank top and leggings, bare feet/hair tightly pulled back in a bun or ponytail.