Children's Combination Classes
Classes Age 8 and Up

 

Tiny Toes:
Tiny Toes 2:
45 minute class for ages 2-4 that continues with the philosophies of Tiny Toes. The little dancer will have a special spot to remember, more directions to follow, and basic mat work. They do not have to be potty trained! Please note that this class does not participate in recital and runs on the mini session schedule.

Tiny Tumblers:
45 minute class that includes basic tumbling and coordination skill for ages 3-5 years. (New students with no prior dance or gym must be 4 years old). Please note that this class does not participate in recital and runs on the mini session schedule. Must be potty trained.

Tiny Explorers 2…Boys Only Class:
45 minute class where your 4-6 year old boy will focus on developing gross motor skills through basic tumbling, creative movement, and obstacle course gym. runs on the mini session schedule. Must be potty trained.

Pre-Dance 1:
45 Min class of Ballet, Jazz, Tumbling. For ages 3-6 with no previous lessons. Students must be potty-trained to participate.

Pre-Dance 2:
45 Min class for ages 4-6 who have completed Pre-Dance 1. Class consists of Ballet, Jazz, Tumbling and an introduction to Tap.

Pre-Dance 3:
45 Min class for ages 5-8 who have completed Pre-Dance 2. Class consists of Ballet, Jazz, and Tap.

Combo 1: (Ballet, Jazz Tap) For students ages 5-8 with min three years of dance training.

Dance Bags
Students with two or more pairs of shoes needed for class should have a bag to keep shoes in. Please put your name in your bag and on your shoes.

Dancewear & shoes
Dancewear & shoe Requirements are listed in the brochure.
*Revolution Shoes must be ordered @ En Avant. This company will not supply to anyone other than a dance teacher and cannot be found in other stores. This insures a proper fit and lower prices than a dance supply store.

Deliver time is about 1- 2 weeks from orders due date unless on backorder.
Order shoes and dancewear by Aug 30th to be sure you receive it for your first class. Orders placed after Aug 30th will arrive about 2 weeks later.

 





Ballet: (Beginner - Advanced Levels)
Traditional ballet classes composed of Barre, Stretch, Center, Adagio, Allegro and Reverance.

Pointe Work: By Invitation from the Director
Pointe work is given to only the very serious students in order to prevent injury and encourage proper training. Students first begin with a year of pre-pointe and must take a minimum of two ballet classes a week for one full year before they are evaluated for pointe shoes. Pointe students will continue to take a minimum of two ballet classes a week. Students with an interest in pointe should meet with the Director for further information on how to prepare for pointe work.

Jazz: (Beginner - Advanced)
A technique class; composed of warm up, isolations, stretching and combinations in Traditional, Funk, Hip-Hop and NY Styles of Jazz.

Tap: (Beginner - Advanced)
Warm-up, time steps, center and traveling combinations in traditional and rhythmic tap styles.

Lyrical / Modern: (Beginner - Advanced)
This class which incorporates the two contemporary and emotionally expressive forms of dance. Free expressive movement with a concentration on the technical aspects of modern dance. A background in Ballet and jazz is recommended. Advanced levels will require extensive ballet & jazz technique.

Hip Hop: The newest form of dance of today is an upbeat class which consists of a basic warm up and lots of funky high energy moves & combinations. This class is not a true technique class. It is recommended that this class be taken in addition to other technically based styles of dance such as Jazz or Ballet if the student thinks they will dance for a number of years.

Gymnastics: (Beginner - Advanced)
Warm-up, strength training, mat skills, stretching and floor routines.


Schedule


2007-2008 Holiday Calendar

September 10th ………..………………...Fall Classes Begin

October 8th-13th……………Group #1 Bring a Friend Week

October 15th-20th…………Group #1 Bring a Friend Week

November 21st-27th …………..……….…………..Fall Break

December 20th-Jan 2nd …..…..……….……….Winter Break

February 4th-9th …………….…Group #1 Family Visitation

February 11th-16th ……….....Group #2 Family Visitation

February 18th-23rd ……….....Group #3 Family Visitation

March 20th-25th……………….…...……………Spring Break

May 22nd-27th…….……………….…Memorial Day Holiday

 

 

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