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dance class descriptions

Dance for Two-Year-Olds
This 30 minute class is tailored to the development and attention span of 2-year-olds and young 3's.  Gross and fine motor skills, balance, coordination, basic ballet steps and tumbling are explored in fun and creative ways.

Combination Classes (ages 3-7)

Ballet/Acrobatics Combination  – Children will learn basic ballet and explore creative movement during the first half of the 50-minute class period.  The second half of class will explore basic tumbling skills and develop gross motor coordination. 

Ballet/Tap Combination  – Children will learn basic ballet and explore creative movement during the first half of the 50-minute class period.  The second half of class will explore beginning tap skills in fun and creative ways.

Ballet (ages 5+)
Primary Ballet Levels 1-4 (ages 5 ½ - 10)
- Students are grouped according to age and ability.  The primary levels lay the foundation for correct technique, musicality, and a love for dance.

Ballet Grade Levels 1-4 (ages 10+) – Students age 10+ follow a progression of learning proper ballet technique and are advanced by instructor permission. 

Pointe (age 12+) – Students are recommended for pointe work at their instructor’s discretion. Dancers who enroll in pointe technique classes must also take a minimum of two additional ballet technique classes per week. 

Acrobatics (age 5+)
Students are grouped according to age and ability.  Basic and advanced tumbling skills are taught.  Students may enroll in advanced level classes with instructor permission.