2026-2027 Recreational Classes
3-5 Yrs Old (A)- Ballet/Tap/Gymnastics
Dancers will explore the basics of ballet, tap, and gymnastics while building coordination, rhythm, balance, and flexibility. The class is structured to include a mix of technique and creative movement, keeping little ones engaged while introducing them to foundational elements of each genre.
Dancers in this class will perform two routines in the end-of-year recital.
Attire:
Leotard (no detachable skirts), footed tights, tap shoes, and ballet shoes. Dancers may wear any color tap and ballet shoes for class.
Recital Shoe Requirement: White tap shoes and white ballet shoes.
Dancers will explore the basics of ballet, tap, and gymnastics while building coordination, rhythm, balance, and flexibility. The class is structured to include a mix of technique and creative movement, keeping little ones engaged while introducing them to foundational elements of each genre.
Dancers in this class will perform two routines in the end-of-year recital.
Attire:
Leotard (no detachable skirts), footed tights, tap shoes, and ballet shoes. Dancers may wear any color tap and ballet shoes for class.
Recital Shoe Requirement: White tap shoes and white ballet shoes.
Monday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
University
Ballet (Advanced)
Ballet
Dancers will learn basic ballet positions, terminology, and technique while developing posture, flexibility, and musicality in a structured and supportive environment. Emphasis is placed on proper body alignment, coordination, and grace, all while encouraging a love for dance.
Attire: Black leotard, skin tone tights, and skin tone split sole ballet shoes. Hair should be pulled back and away from the face.
*Dancer must be accessed before registering.
Ballet
Dancers will learn basic ballet positions, terminology, and technique while developing posture, flexibility, and musicality in a structured and supportive environment. Emphasis is placed on proper body alignment, coordination, and grace, all while encouraging a love for dance.
Attire: Black leotard, skin tone tights, and skin tone split sole ballet shoes. Hair should be pulled back and away from the face.
*Dancer must be accessed before registering.
Monday
7:20 PM to 7:20 PM
7:20 PM to 7:20 PM
University
Advanced Hip Hop
Hip Hop
This high-energy class is packed with age-appropriate movement, rhythm, and freestyle elements inspired by today’s latest hip hop trends. Dancers will learn fun combinations while developing coordination, musicality, confidence, and personal style. Perfect for dancers who love to move and groove in a dynamic, upbeat environment!
Attire: Non-restrictive, comfortable clothing that allows for full movement.
Shoes: Tennis shoes must be worn for class. No crocs, boots, or open-toed shoes allowed.
Hip Hop
This high-energy class is packed with age-appropriate movement, rhythm, and freestyle elements inspired by today’s latest hip hop trends. Dancers will learn fun combinations while developing coordination, musicality, confidence, and personal style. Perfect for dancers who love to move and groove in a dynamic, upbeat environment!
Attire: Non-restrictive, comfortable clothing that allows for full movement.
Shoes: Tennis shoes must be worn for class. No crocs, boots, or open-toed shoes allowed.
Monday
8:05 PM to 8:45 PM
8:05 PM to 8:45 PM
University
3-5 Yrs Old (B)- Ballet/Tap/Gymnastics
Dancers will explore the basics of ballet, tap, and gymnastics while building coordination, rhythm, balance, and flexibility. The class is structured to include a mix of technique and creative movement, keeping little ones engaged while introducing them to foundational elements of each genre.
Dancers in this class will perform two routines in the end-of-year recital.
Attire:
Leotard (no detachable skirts), footed tights, tap shoes, and ballet shoes. Dancers may wear any color tap and ballet shoes for class.
Recital Shoe Requirement: White tap shoes and white ballet shoes.
Dancers will explore the basics of ballet, tap, and gymnastics while building coordination, rhythm, balance, and flexibility. The class is structured to include a mix of technique and creative movement, keeping little ones engaged while introducing them to foundational elements of each genre.
Dancers in this class will perform two routines in the end-of-year recital.
Attire:
Leotard (no detachable skirts), footed tights, tap shoes, and ballet shoes. Dancers may wear any color tap and ballet shoes for class.
Recital Shoe Requirement: White tap shoes and white ballet shoes.
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
University
5-7 Yrs Old (C)- Jazz/Tap/Gymnastics
his fun and engaging 45-minute class introduces dancers to the exciting styles of jazz, tap, and gymnastics. Dancers will build coordination, rhythm, flexibility, and strength while learning foundational skills in each genre. The class is structured to keep dancers active and focused, while also allowing room for creativity and confidence-building through movement.
Attire: Form-fitting dancewear that allows for full range of motion.
Shoes: Black tap shoes and black jazz shoes.
his fun and engaging 45-minute class introduces dancers to the exciting styles of jazz, tap, and gymnastics. Dancers will build coordination, rhythm, flexibility, and strength while learning foundational skills in each genre. The class is structured to keep dancers active and focused, while also allowing room for creativity and confidence-building through movement.
Attire: Form-fitting dancewear that allows for full range of motion.
Shoes: Black tap shoes and black jazz shoes.
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
University
Jazz/Acro Gymnastics (7-9 Years Old)
Jazz/Acro
This high-energy class combines the strength and flexibility of acro with the style and rhythm of jazz! Dancers will work on jazz technique—including kicks, turns, and leaps—while also developing acrobatic skills such as balances, rolls, and limbering. The class emphasizes control, coordination, and performance quality in both genres. It’s a perfect blend of athleticism and artistry!
This class will perform in our annual recital.
Attire: Form-fitting, non-restrictive dancewear.
Shoes: So Danca skin tone “Jill” or “Jada” jazz shoes.
So Danca “Jill” (JZ75s – child Stretch Canvas Split‑Sole Jazz Shoe): SKU 118614
So Danca “Jada” (JZ75L – adult Stretch Canvas Split‑Sole Jazz Shoe): SKU 118223
Jazz/Acro
This high-energy class combines the strength and flexibility of acro with the style and rhythm of jazz! Dancers will work on jazz technique—including kicks, turns, and leaps—while also developing acrobatic skills such as balances, rolls, and limbering. The class emphasizes control, coordination, and performance quality in both genres. It’s a perfect blend of athleticism and artistry!
This class will perform in our annual recital.
Attire: Form-fitting, non-restrictive dancewear.
Shoes: So Danca skin tone “Jill” or “Jada” jazz shoes.
So Danca “Jill” (JZ75s – child Stretch Canvas Split‑Sole Jazz Shoe): SKU 118614
So Danca “Jada” (JZ75L – adult Stretch Canvas Split‑Sole Jazz Shoe): SKU 118223
Tuesday
6:20 PM to 7:05 PM
6:20 PM to 7:05 PM
University
Tap Technique (Intermediate)
This intermediate-level tap class is designed for dancers who have a strong foundation in tap and are ready to continue developing their technique, musicality, and performance skills. Dancers will focus on basic tap vocabulary, rhythm patterns, coordination, speed, clarity of sounds, and proper tap technique while building confidence and stage presence.
Students will continue to strengthen their understanding of timing, combinations, improvisation, and performance quality through challenging exercises and choreography. This class is perfect for dancers looking to refine their skills, improve precision, and take their tap training to the next level.
Required Shoe:
Jason Samuels Smith Tap Shoes
SKU: S0313L
This intermediate-level tap class is designed for dancers who have a strong foundation in tap and are ready to continue developing their technique, musicality, and performance skills. Dancers will focus on basic tap vocabulary, rhythm patterns, coordination, speed, clarity of sounds, and proper tap technique while building confidence and stage presence.
Students will continue to strengthen their understanding of timing, combinations, improvisation, and performance quality through challenging exercises and choreography. This class is perfect for dancers looking to refine their skills, improve precision, and take their tap training to the next level.
Required Shoe:
Jason Samuels Smith Tap Shoes
SKU: S0313L
Tuesday
6:20 PM to 7:05 PM
6:20 PM to 7:05 PM
University
Tap Technique (Advanced)
This advanced-level tap class is designed for dancers who have a strong foundation in tap and are ready to continue developing their technique, musicality, and performance skills. Dancers will focus on advanced tap vocabulary, rhythm patterns, coordination, speed, clarity of sounds, and proper tap technique while building confidence and stage presence.
Students will continue to strengthen their understanding of timing, combinations, improvisation, and performance quality through challenging exercises and choreography. This class is perfect for dancers looking to refine their skills, improve precision, and take their tap training to the next level.
* Dancer must be accessed before registering.
Required Shoe:
Jason Samuels Smith Tap Shoes
SKU: S0313L
This advanced-level tap class is designed for dancers who have a strong foundation in tap and are ready to continue developing their technique, musicality, and performance skills. Dancers will focus on advanced tap vocabulary, rhythm patterns, coordination, speed, clarity of sounds, and proper tap technique while building confidence and stage presence.
Students will continue to strengthen their understanding of timing, combinations, improvisation, and performance quality through challenging exercises and choreography. This class is perfect for dancers looking to refine their skills, improve precision, and take their tap training to the next level.
* Dancer must be accessed before registering.
Required Shoe:
Jason Samuels Smith Tap Shoes
SKU: S0313L
Tuesday
7:05 PM to 7:45 PM
7:05 PM to 7:45 PM
University
5-7 Yrs Old (A)- Jazz/Tap/Gymnastics
This fun and engaging 45-minute class introduces dancers to the exciting styles of jazz, tap, and gymnastics. Dancers will build coordination, rhythm, flexibility, and strength while learning foundational skills in each genre. The class is structured to keep dancers active and focused, while also allowing room for creativity and confidence-building through movement.
Attire: Form-fitting dancewear that allows for full range of motion.
Shoes: Black tap shoes and black jazz shoes.
This fun and engaging 45-minute class introduces dancers to the exciting styles of jazz, tap, and gymnastics. Dancers will build coordination, rhythm, flexibility, and strength while learning foundational skills in each genre. The class is structured to keep dancers active and focused, while also allowing room for creativity and confidence-building through movement.
Attire: Form-fitting dancewear that allows for full range of motion.
Shoes: Black tap shoes and black jazz shoes.
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
University
Hip Hop (7-12 Years Old)
Hip Hop
This high-energy class is packed with age-appropriate movement, rhythm, and freestyle elements inspired by today’s latest hip hop trends. Dancers will learn fun combinations while developing coordination, musicality, confidence, and personal style. Perfect for dancers who love to move and groove in a dynamic, upbeat environment!
Attire: Non-restrictive, comfortable clothing that allows for full movement.
Shoes: Tennis shoes must be worn for class. No crocs, boots, or open-toed shoes allowed.
Hip Hop
This high-energy class is packed with age-appropriate movement, rhythm, and freestyle elements inspired by today’s latest hip hop trends. Dancers will learn fun combinations while developing coordination, musicality, confidence, and personal style. Perfect for dancers who love to move and groove in a dynamic, upbeat environment!
Attire: Non-restrictive, comfortable clothing that allows for full movement.
Shoes: Tennis shoes must be worn for class. No crocs, boots, or open-toed shoes allowed.
Wednesday
6:00 PM to 6:40 PM
6:00 PM to 6:40 PM
University
Ballet (Beginner/Intermediate)
Ballet
Dancers will learn basic ballet positions, terminology, and technique while developing posture, flexibility, and musicality in a structured and supportive environment. Emphasis is placed on proper body alignment, coordination, and grace, all while encouraging a love for dance.
Attire: Black leotard, skin tone tights, and skin tone split sole ballet shoes. Hair should be pulled back and away from the face.
Ballet
Dancers will learn basic ballet positions, terminology, and technique while developing posture, flexibility, and musicality in a structured and supportive environment. Emphasis is placed on proper body alignment, coordination, and grace, all while encouraging a love for dance.
Attire: Black leotard, skin tone tights, and skin tone split sole ballet shoes. Hair should be pulled back and away from the face.
Wednesday
7:15 PM to 8:30 PM
7:15 PM to 8:30 PM
University
5-7 Yrs Old (B)- Jazz/Tap/Gymnastics
This fun and engaging 45-minute class introduces dancers to the exciting styles of jazz, tap, and gymnastics. Dancers will build coordination, rhythm, flexibility, and strength while learning foundational skills in each genre. The class is structured to keep dancers active and focused, while also allowing room for creativity and confidence-building through movement.
Attire: Form-fitting dancewear that allows for full range of motion.
Shoes: Black tap shoes and black jazz shoes.
This fun and engaging 45-minute class introduces dancers to the exciting styles of jazz, tap, and gymnastics. Dancers will build coordination, rhythm, flexibility, and strength while learning foundational skills in each genre. The class is structured to keep dancers active and focused, while also allowing room for creativity and confidence-building through movement.
Attire: Form-fitting dancewear that allows for full range of motion.
Shoes: Black tap shoes and black jazz shoes.
Thursday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
University
Jazz/Acro Gymnastics
Jazz/Acro
This high-energy class combines the strength and flexibility of acro with the style and rhythm of jazz! Dancers will work on jazz technique—including kicks, turns, and leaps—while also developing acrobatic skills such as balances, rolls, and limbering. The class emphasizes control, coordination, and performance quality in both genres. It’s a perfect blend of athleticism and artistry!
This class will perform in our annual recital.
Attire: Form-fitting, non-restrictive dancewear.
Shoes: So Danca skin tone “Jill” or “Jada” jazz shoes.
So Danca “Jill” (JZ75s – child Stretch Canvas Split‑Sole Jazz Shoe): SKU 118614
So Danca “Jada” (JZ75L – adult Stretch Canvas Split‑Sole Jazz Shoe): SKU 118223
Jazz/Acro
This high-energy class combines the strength and flexibility of acro with the style and rhythm of jazz! Dancers will work on jazz technique—including kicks, turns, and leaps—while also developing acrobatic skills such as balances, rolls, and limbering. The class emphasizes control, coordination, and performance quality in both genres. It’s a perfect blend of athleticism and artistry!
This class will perform in our annual recital.
Attire: Form-fitting, non-restrictive dancewear.
Shoes: So Danca skin tone “Jill” or “Jada” jazz shoes.
So Danca “Jill” (JZ75s – child Stretch Canvas Split‑Sole Jazz Shoe): SKU 118614
So Danca “Jada” (JZ75L – adult Stretch Canvas Split‑Sole Jazz Shoe): SKU 118223
Thursday
6:15 PM to 7:00 PM
6:15 PM to 7:00 PM
University
Competition Team ONLY 2026-2027
Competition Team 2026-2027
12:00 PM to 12:00 PM
University
Confidence Collective Retreat
Confidence Collective Retreat
The Confidence Collective is a one-day empowerment retreat designed for girls ages 12 and up to discover their worth, embrace their individuality, build meaningful connections, and develop confidence from within.
Through interactive workshops, honest conversations, guided activities, and engaging discussions led in part by a licensed therapist, participants will explore self-esteem, identity, social media pressures, healthy relationships, and the importance of being authentically themselves.
This is more than just a retreat. It's an opportunity to disconnect from outside pressures, connect with other young girls, and discover that their value isn't measured by likes, followers, appearance, or anyone else's expectations.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Zeal For Life Dance Company, 2925 E. W.T. Harris Blvd., Charlotte, NC
Ages: 12 & Up
Registration Fee: $125 per participant
Includes: Breakfast, lunch, interactive workshops, guided activities, and retreat experiences.
Space is limited! Secure your spot and join us for a day of growth, empowerment, connection, and confidence.
Unfiltered. Unapologetic. Uniquely YOU.
Because confidence isn't about being better than someone else. It's about knowing you are ENOUGH just as you are.
The Confidence Collective is a one-day empowerment retreat designed for girls ages 12 and up to discover their worth, embrace their individuality, build meaningful connections, and develop confidence from within.
Through interactive workshops, honest conversations, guided activities, and engaging discussions led in part by a licensed therapist, participants will explore self-esteem, identity, social media pressures, healthy relationships, and the importance of being authentically themselves.
This is more than just a retreat. It's an opportunity to disconnect from outside pressures, connect with other young girls, and discover that their value isn't measured by likes, followers, appearance, or anyone else's expectations.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Zeal For Life Dance Company, 2925 E. W.T. Harris Blvd., Charlotte, NC
Ages: 12 & Up
Registration Fee: $125 per participant
Includes: Breakfast, lunch, interactive workshops, guided activities, and retreat experiences.
Space is limited! Secure your spot and join us for a day of growth, empowerment, connection, and confidence.
Unfiltered. Unapologetic. Uniquely YOU.
Because confidence isn't about being better than someone else. It's about knowing you are ENOUGH just as you are.
Saturday
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
University