Dance It Up!

To the parents:Dance It Up! Dance 'N Play© is designed to ensure that young children are not beginning formal training too early. We gently encourage them to explore as many ways of moving as their imaginations will allow. We use a variety of gross motor tools and props to make our class relevant to our dancers' growth. Our classrooms include a rest-time area where students hear a story and have juice and a snack. Our class size is limited to ensure proper attention and time for each dancer. There is a special in-studio performance at the close of our year, in June. Parents and guests are welcome.
Special Note: This program is copyrighted.

Dance 'N Play©
Uniquely Magical Movement Program
for girls ages 2½ - 4

This one and a half hour long program has been developed to stimulate the minds and bodies of young, growing children. It introduces movement and music in a very unique style which encourages them and allows them to explore their vast imaginations and to develop gross motor skills at their own pace, through the use of props, costumes, music, lighting and creative movement. Dance ‘N Play© was developed by educators to instill a love of movement and music, in a safe and nurturing environment.

Intro to Dance
for age 4

An 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 to top

Ballet/Tap I, & II
for ages 5 & 6

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

Hip Hop
for ages 6 & up

Set to the music of today, this offshoot of jazz dance combined with street dance is fun and upbeat. back to top

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 and intermediate levels are also offered. back to top

Fundamentals I, II
for ages 7 & 8

The 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 1/2 hour sessions and Fundamentals III & IV are 2 hours. back to top

Ballet Technique
for ages 7 and up

Beginner through advanced levels.back to top

Fundamentals III/IV, Dance Prep
for ages 9 - 12

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 to top

Senior Division
for ages 13 & up

The emphasis is on the development of technique and growth of the dancer as an artist.
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Contemporary
for ages 11 & up

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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Acrobatic Dance
for ages 6 & up

A combination of both the art of acrobatics and dance. The focus is on tumbling skills while incorporating dance. Students concentrate on improving balance, agility and flexibility.
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Zumbatomic®
for ages 4 - 12

A total BLAST! The crazy-cool dance-fitness workshop for kids, set to hip hop, salsa, reggaeton and more. Join the party, get the flow!back to top

Zumba®
for ages 13 to adult

The Latin-inspired, easy to follow, calorie burning, dance-fitness party. Feel the music and let loose! back to top