Classes

Ages 6-7

Ballet 1/Beginner/Inter.: (2 classes per week) Students will practice basic ballet exercises to learn posture, body placement and coordination. We will explore new concepts as well as continue to improve their dance skills from previous classes.

Ages 7-8

Ballet 2/Beginner/Inter.: (2 classes per week) Students should have a minimum of 1-2 years of experience. Students ready for this class will enjoy learning more advanced ballet dance combinations to a variety of appropriate musical styles. The student will improve in strength, fluidity, extension, and musicality.

Ages 9+:

Ballet 3/Classical Ballet Technique: (Minimum of 2 ballet classes per week) This class is by permission of the instructor only. A minimum of 2 years of experience (taking multiple classes per week) is required. Students will establish a solid technique foundation to further develop their ability to perform classical ballet as well as other forms of dance. Students are encouraged to begin taking a Modern dance class (if they haven’t already done so) to supplement their training. Students may begin pre-pointe classes with the permission of the instructor.

Ages 11+

Ballet 4/Classical Ballet Technique: (Minimum of 3 ballet classes per week) This class is by permission of the instructor only. A minimum of 3 years experience (with multiple ballet classes per week) is required. The prepared student has a good understanding of ballet technique and will work on enhancing their skills towards advanced technique. Weekly pointe classes and a modern class are recommended to supplement technique classes.

Ages 14+

Ballet 5 & Adv.-Royal Ballet Technique: (Minimum of 3 ballet classes required, 4+ recommended): This class is by permission of the instructor only. A minimum of 6-7 years of experience required. Students will have greater body control, and a solid understanding of ballet movement. This class focuses on alignment in body positions, efficiency of technique, and clarity of movements.

 Modern 1-3 : This class is designed for students age 7 and up. Students will study basic concepts from Modern dance and work to increase their strength, musicality, and movement quality. Students will enjoy a range of musical styles while learning and practicing Modern dance movements.

Modern 4 & up: Student’s readiness for this level will be determined by the instructor. Students will study concepts from Modern dance and work to increase their strength, musicality, and movement quality. Greater control and ability to dance as part of a group are highlights of the learning in this class.

Ages 18+

Adult Beginner Ballet: This class is intended for teens and adults who have not had any experience in ballet, or who have not taken classes in many years. Students will learn the fundamentals of ballet with an emphasis on posture and coordination. This class moves at the pace of its students. 

Adult Intermediate Ballet: Emphasis is placed on dancers who have prior ballet experience and a desire to improve technical execution. This class will build from simple barre exercises to more complex phrasing with various tempos and rhythms while maintaining proper body alignment.

Ages 12+

Musical Theatre: This multi-level class is designed for ages 12 yrs to adults interested in elevating their performance skills. Students will have the opportunity to choreograph their own pieces and explore the rich history of the Broadway dance cannon. No prior experience necessary!

Our Ballroom Dancing for Fun class is Ballroom Dancing without the frills, entirely for fun.  In this class, with Ms. Mary Botta. you'll learn Social foundational dance steps of the American Ballroom styles such as Foxtrot, Cha Cha, Salsa, Tango, Swing, etc.

Ballroom Schedule:

Belly Dance Drills : This is an introduction to Classical Middle Eastern Dance. Students will learn fundamental steps and technique including shimmies, hip articulation and isolation. Cultural relevance and elements of folklore and Near Eastern

Beginner Princess Ballet

Dance with scarves to the music of your favorite princesses. This class combines basic ballet steps with the imagination of creative movement and helps young dancers establish basic skills in locomotion, imagination and music appreciation. Leotard, tights and leather ballet shoes (no satin slippers) required. Bring a reusable water bottle.