Creative Movement

No previous dance experience is needed. The focus is on self-expression, creativity, rhythm and musicality through movement. Emphasis is placed on proper placement and spatial awareness. These classes prepare the child for entry into more technical dance classes.

Ages: 3-5

Creative Dance class runs 45 minutes in length.

What to Wear

Girls: Black tank leotard and leggings, pink ballet shoes.

Boys: Black or white T-shirt and shorts or sweatpants, black ballet/jazz shoes.

NOTE: Dance attire is merely for the week-to-week dance class. Once a final piece (genre) has been chosen, there might need to be an additional minimal expense of a different shoe. There will be a costume expense when the group peformance piece has been chosen.

Introduction to Dance

An introduction to creative, ballet, jazz, tap, and highland for dancers ages 5 to 8 that have no previous dance experience and would like to try a variety of genres. Basic technique and introductory skills/steps will be explored throughout the year as they move amongst the various genres

Ages: 5-8

Intro to Dance class runs 45 minutes.

What to Wear

Black ballet slippers with elastics, no ribbons.

Girls - black tank leotard and leggings, pink ballet shoes.

Boys - black or white t-shirt and shorts or sweatpants, black ballet/jazz shoes.

NOTE: Dance attire is merely for the week-to-week dance class. Tap shoes will also be needed then this genre is taught but can be purchased later after discussion with the instructor. There will be a costume expense when the group peformance piece has been chosen.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• All dance forms have ballet technique as their base. Students with strong ballet technique will progress more rapidly in other dance forms. We strongly encourage students who study jazz, tap, or musical theatre to include a ballet class as part of their training.

• Students who wish to intensify their training in a particular dance style should take more than one class, as well as ballet, to enhance their development of technique. Students taking more than one class per week, including one of each of the different dance styles, will enjoy the technical crossover benefits.

• Please be aware that students do not necessarily advance to the next level each year. Often it takes at least 2 years to learn, complete, and be proficient in the technical work of each level. Please see the teacher or coordinators for the appropriate class placement each year.