Curriculum

CLASSICAL BALLET
A dance form that concentrates on purity of line and elegance of carriage. With consistent training, the ballet class serves to foster strength and flexibility, while cultivating musicality and fluidity of movement.

VARIATION
A class that exposes the dancer to the classical ballet solos as preparation for use on the professional stage. These classes are incorporated into the curriculum on a regular basis.

PAS DE DEUX
Partnering skills necessary for a Ballet student's complete training. Entrance into this class is at the discretion of the Director. Only students from the advanced division level are eligible.

PRE BALLET
A class designed for 5 and 6 year old children, with the emphasis on developing the love of movement through the basic ballet exercises, positions, steps and terminology.

MODERN
An interpretive form of dance with its origins in natural body movement and improvisation.

CREATIVE MOVEMENT
An early movement class for 3 and 4 year olds emphasizing rhythm, coordination, motor skill development, flexibility and stimulating the imagination.

JAZZ
A dynamic form of dance focusing on rhythm, expression and style. Various forms of Jazz dance including Theatre Dance are taught concentrating on coordination, technique and stage presence.

TAP
Style of American theatrical dance using precise rhythmical patterns of foot movement which can produce varied sounds when using a variety of music compositions.

BODY CONDITIONING
A class designed to compliment the overall training of a dancer. Focusing on parallel and turned out exercises, core work, stretch and toning exercises developed to assist in injury prevention.