Class descriptions
Jazz:
These classes feature a concentration in jazz technique. Through proper
warm up, effective stretching, body isolations and floor work
incorporating center floor and across the floor combinations, each
level builds on the previous one leading to greater understanding and
proper execution of the styles of American jazz dance. Contemporary
Jazz will use a blend of modern principles and jazz dance styles.
Ballet: Offered to all ages in
various levels. The foundation of dance. This class will use Cecchetti
principles to teach students proper technique and body alignment.
Classes demand high focus from the student but are very valuable to
their progression as a dancer. Sound ballet technique is essential for
strength, power, and execution of each dancer.
Hip Hop: Offered to ages 6 & up
in various levels. Focus is on the latest street styles of hip hop,
including break-dancing, pop, & funk. Dancers are encouraged to
push themselves to explore new movements and to move to intricate
rhythms.
Tap: Offered to all ages in various
levels. Tap combines the study of rhythm, precision and the
fluidity of movement and style. Tap dancing is an excellent way to
increase the coordination and develop musicality.
Modern: Offered to all ages in
various levels. Students will learn to dance using functional
anatomy to build strength, flexibility and versatility. Modern
instructors draw on their experiences with Horton, Limon and
Contemporary techniques to teach a well rounded modern education.
Mommy and Me: Offered to ages 2 to
3. Children will discover movement and expression through a
structure that blends dance and music. Students are introduced to
class structure, age appropriate stretches, coordination exercises,
ballet positions and rhythm through a very safe and special experience
with Mommy!
“Fun”damentals: Offered to ages
3-4. This class is perfect for those little ones who are not
quite ready for the structure of full-length classes. Students
will work on the basics of ballet, tap and tumbling.
Adult Fitness: Yoga & Pilates
ages 18 and up
Yoga: Come and take yoga in a nurturing intimate
environment. Yoga will help you become more flexible, strong, and
confident in your everyday life. Yoga will help you explore the
power of breathing, meditation, and strengthening the body. The
flowing sequence of positions will help one take steps towards
accepting and striving for a better self.
Pilates: Pilates is a
body conditioning routine that builds flexibility, strength, endurance,
and coordination. Pilates can help to improve circulation while
sculpting the body without forming bulky muscles. Come and join
our intimate non intimidating class today! Yoga and Pilates based classes are
also available.
2nd Act Dance: Offered to ages
18 & up. Designed for adults with previous dance
experience. The class structure will change monthly and will
incorporate ballet, jazz, modern, hip hop and even Latin dance!