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Intro to Dance
for age 4 |
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introduction to dance through imagination
and self-expression. This class is designed
to develop coordination, rhythm, flexibility
and a love for music and dance. This
class includes a 15-minute section of
tap to develop musicality. back
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Boys Jazz/Tap
for ages 4 & up |
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| This grouping enables boys to work in an
atmosphere of mutual support. Movement
is athletically based to improve
agility, strength and stamina. back
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Ballet/Tap
I, & II
for ages 5 & 6 |
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| These
classes are a prerequisite to formal
ballet and tap training. Children are
introduced to ballet barre and some
ballet and tap terminology. The emphasis
is still on improving body awareness
and instilling a love for dance. back to top
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Hip
Hop
for ages 7 & up |
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| Set to the
music of today, this offshoot of jazz
dance combined with street dance is
fun and upbeat. back
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Irish
Step
for ages 5 & up |
| Combining
artistry, grace, and physical ability,
step dancing is presented on introductory
level. Soft shoe as well as a light
reel, a light jig and a four or eight
hand reel are taught. Advanced beginner
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Fundamentals
I, II, III
for ages 7 - 10 |
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study of ballet begins here with simple
barre exercises and centre floor technique.
Proper ballet terminology is used and
classical music appreciation is begun.
After the 45 minute ballet portion,
a short section of contemporary jazz
and tap are given to increase rhythm
and timing. Fundamentals I & II are 1 1/4 hour
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Dance
Prep
for ages 11 & 12 |
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| This
program of study is designed for those
students with the motivation and interest
in a well rounded dance education. Students
attend 2 1/2 class hours per week, studying
ballet, jazz, and tap. back
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Senior
Prep
for ages 13 & 14 |
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| This division emphasis technical
development, proficient and strength.
Students can attend any classes and are
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Senior
Division
for ages 15 & up |
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The
emphasis is on the development of technique
and growth of the dancer as an artist.
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Modern
for ages 11 & up |
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A contemporary dance
form. Modern takes its roots in ballet
and is highly influenced by many other
styles of dance both popular and
traditional. Use of space, timing,
alignment ,and rhythmic sensibility will
be explored through floor work ,
combination and improvisation.
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