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Pre-Ballet/Tap 3-6 years This introductory class for beginner dancers teaches the basics of ballet and tap dance skills. Students will learn proper ballet placement, stretching, balance in form. Basic tap instruction will focus on rhythm, counting music as well as improve movement and coordination.
7 years & up Ballet is the foundation for all dance training. Although this class is not required, it is highly recommended for all students prior to taking other dance classes. Students will learn beginner level classical elements, proper alignment of the body, strength, flexibility, vocabulary, proper technique and grace. Ballet dress code is enforced. Classes offered for beginner, intermediate and advance ballet students. Instructor will determine eligibility for Ballet II class based on previous dance experience and demonstrated skill level. Ballet dress code is enforced: Black leotard, ballet pink tights, split sole pink ballet shoes, hair pulled-up in tight bun.
8 year & up Ballet is the foundation for all dance training. Students taking the Ballet II Class will have mastered the entry level ballet class and take a minimum of two hours of class per week. Students will continue learning classical elements, proper alignment of the body, strength, flexibility, vocabulary, proper technique and grace. Ballet dress code is enforced. Classes offered for students with at least two years of previous dance experience in Beginning and Level 1 Ballet Class. Students eligibility for this class will be determined by skill level, previous experience, agility, and dance technique. Ballet dress code is enforced. Black leotard, ballet pink tights, split sole pink ballet shoes, hair pulled-up in tight bun.
5 years & up Jazz is offered to beginning, intermediate and advanced students. It is one of the most popular forms of fast-paced and energetic dance. Jazz dance techniques include ballet and rhythmic movements that include various forms of dance styles. Students will learn various creative dance combinations and routines that will improve flexibility, agility, endurance and proper leaps and turns technique. Intermediate and advanced level classes will be more complex and help to enhance technique, alignment, flexibility using more challenging choreography.
5 years & up Tap dance is a fun and energetic style of dance. Students will become familiar with tap vocabulary and basic techniques that will improve rhythm, musicality and coordination. Tap dance combinations and choreography learned will help to improve endurance and fast-paced movement.
6 years & up This class is offered to beginner, intermediate and advanced dancers looking for a fun, energetic, challenging and fast past dance instruction. Hip Hop combines jazz and funk dance techniques. The choreography is trendy and popular around the globe. It is often seen in music videos, dance shows and at various dance competitions.
13 years & up This class prepares high school and college students for dance team tryouts. Skills learned include basic and intermediate leaps and turns. Ballet skills, proper placement, turnout and other techniques are emphasized to improve coordination and precision. This class is offered to beginning and intermediate dance students.
7 -18 years Competitive Dance Team (Jr. Dance Team & Advanced Dance Team) is offered to students ages 6-18. Students will focus on improving dance skill and technique as well as build teamwork, showmanship and confidence. Competitive dance teams compete in at least two competitions throughout the year and also perform at festivals and other public events. Dance techniques required for dance teams include a combination of ballet, jazz, hip-hop and lyrical dance instruction. Pre-Ballet classes must be taken in addition to the dance team class to be eligible for competitive dance team. Tryouts may be required to participate in the dance team. Previous dance experience is required and may determine eligibility for the junior or advanced dance team.
15 years & up This class is available to beginning dance students looking to learn how to dance Salsa. Derived from dance styles coming from Cuba, Puerto Rico and Latin America, Salsa dance has become very popular around the world and is now one of the hottest dance trends. Students will learn basic Salsa steps, trendy hip movements and fluid dance combinations. Dance partners are preferred, but not required for this class. Students will have fun while moving to a fast pace and energetic music beat while learning the latest Salsa moves, dance techniques and tricks. Lyrical Dance 7 years & up This class is available to intermediate and advanced students. Lyrical modern dance emphasizes emotional expressiveness. Students use an interpretive style of dance that combines ballet and jazz techniques to enhance balance, extension, flexibility and grace.
Modern Dance You will be introduced to a free form style of contemporary dance that allows you to freely express your emotions and inner feelings. The class will focus on creative movement, improvisation and versatility of combined dance genres which will be used to enhance various elements of dance.
15 years & up Cardio salsa, jazz and hip hop classes are offered to beginner students wishing to learn basic dance skills in an energetic and cardiovascular workout. Students will begin each class with a 15 minute stretch using yoga and Pilate techniques that will strengthen and tone muscles. Students will also endure 40 minutes of continuous and vigorous dance combinations that which will help build endurance and burn calories. Each class will end with a 5 minute cool down and leave students feeling rejuvenated and increase endorphins that leave bodies feeling euphoric and relaxed. This class is popular for women and men of all ages and was also featured in a November 2007 issue of the San Antonio Express News- Connexion Magazine. Belly Dance 13 years & up Learn the mysterious and alluring art of Egyptian Belly dance. Women of all shapes and sizes will enjoy learning basic steps and movements of Egyptian Belly Dance while improving their confidence and body image as well as strengthening the mid-section. Form fitted clothing and bare feet are recommended attire for belly dance. Please bring a long scarf to wear around your hips and prepare to have fun! Folklorico Dance 5 years & up Mexican Folklorico Dance provides of a mix of culturally rich folk dances representing several regions of Mexico. Students will learn a variety of regional dances which include Chiapas, Jalisco, Norteno and many others. The dance movement and footwork learned is detailed and intricate and imitates dance genres including ballet, polka and waltz influences. Costumes worn during performances are colorful and each represent the traditional customs of each state represented. Students will enjoy the instruction provided by an award winning instructor who expresses a deep appreciation for the art of traditional Mexican Folklorico Dance. Pre-Point (NEW CLASS by Sharon Detweiler) 12 yrs+ |
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There are a variety of factors that must be taken into consideration before a dancer begins training en Pointe. Age, years of classical ballet study, number of classes
per week, physical strength, and kinesthetic awareness (a sensory skill that your body uses to know where it is in space) must be assessed before a dancer may be
allowed to begin pointe work. per week for a minimum of two years (usualy longer), and have sufficient core, ankle and foot strength and the ability to engage and
hold their turnout without sickling to allow for safe work en pointe.
A great way to prepare for pointe is to take extra ballet classes. Pre-pointe class is also incredibly beneficial to the aspiring pointe dancer. In addition to traditional
ballet exercises, specific core, foot, and ankle conditioning exercises are practiced in this class.
Dancers wishing to train en Pointe will be given an assessment which will include releves in all positions, sustatined balances in retire and arabesque, grand plies in
1st, 2nd and 5th positions, and foot articulation mastery demonstration. All components of this assessment will be practiced in pre-pointe class and dancers should
practice these often. Each dancer will be placed on pointe when they are ready- not en masse- for the safety of each individual.
per week, physical strength, and kinesthetic awareness (a sensory skill that your body uses to know where it is in space) must be assessed before a dancer may be
allowed to begin pointe work. per week for a minimum of two years (usualy longer), and have sufficient core, ankle and foot strength and the ability to engage and
hold their turnout without sickling to allow for safe work en pointe.
A great way to prepare for pointe is to take extra ballet classes. Pre-pointe class is also incredibly beneficial to the aspiring pointe dancer. In addition to traditional
ballet exercises, specific core, foot, and ankle conditioning exercises are practiced in this class.
Dancers wishing to train en Pointe will be given an assessment which will include releves in all positions, sustatined balances in retire and arabesque, grand plies in
1st, 2nd and 5th positions, and foot articulation mastery demonstration. All components of this assessment will be practiced in pre-pointe class and dancers should
practice these often. Each dancer will be placed on pointe when they are ready- not en masse- for the safety of each individual.
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