CLASS SUMMARY DANCE / THEATER BLOCK CLASSES - ages 3-5 years We combine creative movement / ballet, tap, gymnastics and theater in a fun-filled two hour class that includes a snack. Bring a water bottle. ONE HOUR COMBINATION CLASSES (COM. A or COM. B) - ages 2-6 years COM. A - This class combines creative movement, tap and tumbling and introduces your young child to the joy of rhythm, co-ordination, and movement. COM. B - This class is a progression of Com. A and includes pre-ballet and higher level skills.    Both of these classes are a lot of fun and promote grace and poise. BALLET, JAZZ, TAP COMBINATION CLASSES - ages 6-8 years We combine ballet, tap and jazz to acquaint your student to the various forms of dance. It is suggested that they take advantage of the two times per week this class is offered to build confidence in their skills and progress to individual classes. BALLET CLASSES - GRADES I - V - ages 8 years and up Ballet is the foundation of all dance, and our studio uses the Cecchetti method of ballet as a basis for instruction. It was developed by Enrico Cecchetti, world renowned teacher and Ballet Master of Diaghilev's Ballet Russes who trained such dancers as Pavlova, Fokine and Nijinski. This method formed the original basis of instruction for the Royal Ballet of London and is taught at the Julliard School and Jacob's Pillow among many others. In addition to the Cecchetti curriculum, various other forms of ballet are explored. POINTE - by instructor recommendation only A progression of ballet for the Intermediate / Advanced student. JAZZ CLASSES - ages 8 years and up Jazz is an extension of ballet, along with other forms of dance that uses contemporary music. Our jazz classes contain various styles such as lyrical, funk and hip hop. TAP CLASSES - ages 8 years and up A truly American form of dance that emphasizes rhythm, co-ordination and timing. DRESS CODE DANCE/THEATER BLOCK & ONE HOUR COMBINATION CLASSES 2-6 years Any color leotard and tights (boys may wear shorts and a t-shirt), pink ballet slippers for girls, black or white ballet shoes for boys, with strings tied and cut, black tap shoes for both with elastic through the eyelets. Hair away from BALLET, TAP, JAZZ COMBINATION CLASSES Any dark color leotard, pink tights, black jazz pants. Boys wear black jazz pants and a white t-shirt.   Pink ballet slippers for girls, black or white for boys, with the strings tied and cut, black tap shoes with elastic through eyelets, boys wear lace up black tap shoes, jazz shoes optional. Hair securely tied back away from BALLET CLASSES Black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers with strings tied and cut. Boys wear black, straight leg jazz pants and a white t-shirt with black or white ballet shoes.   Girls hair must be worn in a bun. POINTE CLASSES Same attire as ballet with point shoes in good repair; ribbons and elastic sewn securely. Bring all pads, band aids and tape needed. JAZZ CLASSES Black jazz pants and any color leotard or top (no navels showing please), black jazz shoes. Tan jazz shoes required for some performances. Hair must be secured away from TAP CLASSES Any dancewear and black, low-heeled tap shoes (lace up shoes for boys). DID YOU KNOW ???? Boys dance too ! From Barishnikov to Swayze to Timberlake, men are an intregal part of the dance world. Don't let your guy be afraid to move on the dance floor; sign up now. Contact the studio director for scholarship availability. Home    Schedule    Tuition Rates   Calendar    Registration Form