2025 Summer School

Name
Days
Location
Primary Ballet - Acro Combo (A)
Primary Ballet–Acro Combo

For dancers ages 3–7 | 60 Minutes

The Primary Ballet–Acro Combo is a fun, high-energy 60-minute class designed to introduce young dancers to the foundational elements of both classical ballet and acrobatics. Perfect for ages 3–7, this class supports early development in coordination, balance, strength, and flexibility through an engaging blend of structured technique and creative movement.

Dancers will learn basic ballet positions, posture, and classroom etiquette alongside age-appropriate tumbling and floor work. Emphasis is placed on body awareness, motor skill development, and confidence-building in a supportive, playful environment.

This course serves as a core requirement within the Open Division and must be taken in order to enroll in any additional Open Division classes.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Pink leotard
• White alignment belt
• Flesh-tone tights
• White crew socks
• White ballet shoes
Boys:
• White leotard
• Black dance shorts
• White crew socks
• White ballet shoes


Monday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Primary Tap - Jazz Combo (A)
(60 minutes)

Primary Jazz–Tap Combo is a high-energy, 60-minute class that introduces young dancers to the dynamic styles of jazz and tap. This class emphasizes rhythm, musicality, physical expression, and foundational technique.

In the jazz portion, dancers will explore upbeat movement patterns, coordination, and body awareness, while developing their sense of musical timing. The tap portion builds on those rhythmic skills through basic footwork and sound patterns, helping dancers connect movement to music with precision and style.

This combo class is perfect for building confidence, creativity, and control—all in a fun, supportive environment.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Pink leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Flesh-tone tights
• Nude jazz shoes
• Black tap shoes

Boys:
• White leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Black socks
• Black jazz shoes
• Black tap shoes
Monday
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Ballet
YP I – Classical Ballet

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

The YP I Classical Ballet class is a focused and foundational 60-minute session designed for advanced beginner to intermediate-level dancers in the Professional Division. This course introduces students to the history, vocabulary, and disciplined practice of classical ballet, with dedicated instruction in alignment, foot articulation, musicality, and expressive movement.

Training includes both barre and center work, allowing dancers to build strength, control, and artistry. As a core component of the TMJ School of Dance curriculum, this class supports continued technical advancement and prepares students for progression through our ballet levels.

Class Objectives:
• Build foundational ballet technique and alignment
• Strengthen vocabulary and coordination
• Enhance musicality and performance quality
• Establish classroom discipline and focus

Enrollment Requirements:
• Minimum of one year of prior ballet training
• Placement determined by level assessment

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Pink alignment belt
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet tights
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet shoes

Boys:
• Black fitted leotard or shirt
• Black footed tights
• Black ballet shoes
Monday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - Horton
YP II – Lester Horton Technique

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

YP II Horton is an intensive 60-minute class for intermediate to advanced-intermediate dancers with a solid foundation in the Lester Horton Modern Dance Technique. Building upon the fundamentals introduced in YP I, this course deepens technical proficiency, dynamic versatility, and expressive range through complex combinations and extended movement studies.

Dancers will refine their understanding of Horton’s codified vocabulary while enhancing control, fluidity, and performance presence. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for the demands of modern repertory and professional-level concert dance.

Class Focus Areas:
• Advanced Horton Warm-Up Series
• Extended Fortification Studies and Preludes
• Balance Studies for sustained control and smooth transitions
• Complex across-the-floor progressions
• Dynamic contrast and musical phrasing in performance

This course supports mastery of Horton’s stylistic nuance and is directly aligned with the repertory and standards of leading companies such as Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I Horton or equivalent training
• Placement by level assessment

This course is a required component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Bare feet (no socks or shoes)
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black leggings or footless tights
• Bare feet (no socks or shoes)
Monday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Horton
YP I – Lester Horton Technique

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

YP I Horton is a high-energy 60-minute class introducing advanced beginner dancers to the foundational vocabulary, history, and physical rigor of the Lester Horton Modern Dance Technique. This codified technique emphasizes strength, coordination, and expressive movement through a series of structured exercises that develop both technical clarity and artistic range.

Dancers will explore the fundamentals of Horton’s technique while building physical stamina, body awareness, and a strong technical base applicable across modern and contemporary dance forms.

Class Focus Areas:

• The Horton Warm-Up: Flatbacks, Laterals, Release Swings
• Fortification and Balance Studies
• Core strengthening and alignment exercises
• Across-the-floor progressions for coordination and clarity

With emphasis on musicality, form, and control, this class prepares students for more advanced modern dance work and introduces them to a technique foundational to repertory performed by the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior dance training
• Placement by level assessment

This course is a core requirement of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Bare feet (no socks or shoes)
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black leggings or footless tights
• Bare feet (no socks or shoes)
Monday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - Ballet
YP II – Classical Ballet

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

The YP II Classical Ballet class is an intermediate to advanced-intermediate level course designed to expand upon the foundational skills developed in YP I. This 60-minute class offers focused, progressive training that deepens students’ technical execution, enhances their understanding of classical vocabulary, and sharpens musicality and performance artistry.

Dancers will engage in more complex barre and center combinations, with increasing attention to strength, control, fluidity, and expressive movement. This class also introduces elements that prepare students for pointe readiness, repertory work, and advanced training pathways.

YP II is a required course for Company members and serves as a cornerstone of the TMJ School of Dance’s Professional Division curriculum.

Class Objectives:
• Refine classical technique with advanced barre and center work
• Strengthen control, extension, and movement quality
• Develop pointe preparation and artistic interpretation
• Deepen understanding of classical ballet structure and style

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I or placement by faculty assessment

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Pink alignment belt
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet tights
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet shoes
Boys:
• Black fitted leotard or shirt
• Black footed tights
• Black ballet shoes
Monday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Musical Theater
YP I – Musical Theater

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP I Musical Theater is a dynamic 45-minute training class that introduces advanced beginner dancers to the exciting world of Broadway-style performance. Blending dance, acting, and vocal elements, this course cultivates stage presence, emotional expression, and storytelling through movement and character work.

Students will explore the unique demands of musical theater performance while developing theatricality and confidence in both solo and ensemble settings.

Class Focus Includes:
• Character development and scene study
• Basic vocal technique, breath support, and projection
• Audition preparation and performance etiquette
• Foundational choreography in musical theater jazz styles
• An introduction to the history and cultural significance of musical theater

Through a combination of technical training and creative exploration, students gain the tools needed for successful stage performance and audition preparation.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior dance training
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is a valuable component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division and is highly recommended for students seeking versatility in both concert and commercial performance.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Flesh-tone tights
• Nude jazz shoes
• Black character shoes
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black jazz pants
• Black crew socks
• Black jazz shoes
Monday
7:30 PM to 8:15 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - Acro
YP II – Acrobatics

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

YP II Acrobatics is an advanced-level 60-minute training session designed for intermediate to advanced-intermediate dancers. Building upon the foundational skills developed in YP I, this course introduces more complex tumbling, partner work, and strength-based conditioning that supports acrobatic integration into choreography.

Students will refine their control, agility, and spatial awareness while learning how to safely execute advanced movements and adapt them for stage performance and competition.

Class Focus Includes:
• Back handsprings and aerial variations
• Tumbling passes with multiple skill connections
• Partnered lifts, balances, and counterweight work
• Core strength and flexibility conditioning
• Dance-acro transitions and choreographic integration

The class emphasizes technical precision, safety, and expressive execution, preparing dancers for the physical and artistic demands of advanced choreography and concert performance.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I Acrobatics
• Or placement by faculty assessment

This course is a required component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division and supports the development of highly versatile, performance-ready artists.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Barefoot (no socks or shoes)
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts
• Barefoot (no socks or shoes)
Monday
7:30 PM to 8:15 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Acro
YP I – Acrobatics

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP I Acrobatics is a high-energy, skill-building class that blends foundational tumbling techniques with classical dance principles. Designed for advanced beginner to intermediate dancers, this 45-minute session emphasizes strength, flexibility, coordination, and control, all within a safe and supportive environment.

Students will develop confidence and discipline as they build core acrobatic skills that enhance both their technical vocabulary and overall stage presence.

Core Skills Include:
• Forward and backward rolls
• Cartwheels and round-offs
• Front and back walkovers
• Aerial preparation drills
• Safe spotting techniques and alignment

Instruction is thoughtfully structured to prioritize safety, encourage progressive skill development, and support proper execution—ensuring students grow as both acrobats and expressive dancers.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior dance training
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is a required component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division and supports versatility in both concert and commercial choreography.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Barefoot (no socks or shoes)
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts
• Barefoot (no socks or shoes)
Monday
8:15 PM to 9:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - Musical Theater
YP II – Musical Theater

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP II Musical Theater is a high-level 45-minute training class designed for intermediate to advanced dancers ready to deepen their artistry in Broadway-style performance. This course challenges students to integrate dance, acting, and voice into dynamic storytelling while building the confidence and versatility required for pre-professional and collegiate-level work.

With a focus on emotional authenticity, stage presence, and complex choreography, dancers refine their skills across all three disciplines in a collaborative, performance-focused environment.

Class Focus Includes:
• Advanced character study and emotional authenticity
• Song interpretation and vocal performance techniques
• Complex choreography in jazz and theatrical styles
• Scene work from classic and contemporary musicals
• Audition preparation, including mock auditions and feedback
• Ensemble work and collaborative staging techniques

Students are expected to demonstrate maturity, adaptability, and performance discipline while synthesizing movement, voice, and character into cohesive, expressive storytelling.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I Musical Theater
• Or placement by faculty assessment

This course is a core requirement of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division and is mandatory for all TMJSOD Company members.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Flesh-tone tights
• Nude jazz shoes
• Black character shoes
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black jazz pants
• Black crew socks
• Black jazz shoes
Monday
8:15 PM to 9:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Rep
YP I – Repertoire

Professional Division | 30 Minutes

YP I Repertoire (REP) is a 30-minute performance-based class designed for advanced beginner to intermediate dancers. This course introduces students to the foundational process of learning, rehearsing, and performing set choreography drawn from a variety of dance genres, including classical, modern, and jazz.

With a focus on ensemble work, musicality, and stylistic accuracy, dancers develop spatial awareness, interpretative skill, and performance presence. The class also fosters adaptability to different choreographic voices and artistic intentions—key tools for emerging performers.

Class Focus Includes:
• Introductory repertory in ballet, modern, and jazz styles
• Ensemble awareness and performance precision
• Musical phrasing, timing, and stylistic clarity
• Interpretation of choreographic intent and spatial staging

This course provides essential performance preparation and builds the foundation for more advanced repertoire studies in future levels.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I Ballroom or placement by faculty assessment
• Concurrent enrollment in Ballet is required

YP I Repertoire is a core component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division curriculum and supports technical and artistic growth across all disciplines.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black or nude dance socks
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts
• Black or nude dance socks

Monday
9:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - Rep
YP II – Repertoire

Professional Division | 30 Minutes

YP II Repertoire (REP) is a 30-minute advanced-level class designed to challenge intermediate to advanced dancers through the study and performance of complex repertory works and original choreography. This course prepares students for professional rehearsal environments and concert dance performance by focusing on the nuanced integration of technique, artistry, and stagecraft.

Students will explore iconic works from classical and contemporary repertory while also participating in new choreographic processes. Emphasis is placed on performance endurance, choreographic interpretation, and collaborative rehearsal etiquette.

Class Focus Includes:
• Intermediate to advanced repertory across genres
• Integration of technical skill with artistic expression
• Staging, spacing, and ensemble coordination
• Rehearsal structure, responsiveness, and professionalism
• Performance readiness and expressive range

This course supports students in developing the interpretive and performance skills required for pre-professional work in concert, competitive, and company settings.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I Repertoire or placement by faculty assessment
• Concurrent enrollment in Ballet and Horton is required

YP II Repertoire is a core component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division and is required for all TMJSOD Company members.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black or nude dance socks
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts
• Black or nude dance socks
Monday
9:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Primary Ballet - Acro Combo (B)
Primary Ballet–Acro Combo

For dancers ages 3–7 | 60 Minutes

The Primary Ballet–Acro Combo is a fun, high-energy 60-minute class designed to introduce young dancers to the foundational elements of both classical ballet and acrobatics. Perfect for ages 3–7, this class supports early development in coordination, balance, strength, and flexibility through an engaging blend of structured technique and creative movement.

Dancers will learn basic ballet positions, posture, and classroom etiquette alongside age-appropriate tumbling and floor work. Emphasis is placed on body awareness, motor skill development, and confidence-building in a supportive, playful environment.

This course serves as a core requirement within the Open Division and must be taken in order to enroll in any additional Open Division classes.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Pink leotard
• White alignment belt
• Flesh-tone tights
• White crew socks
• White ballet shoes
Boys:
• White leotard
• Black dance shorts
• White crew socks
• White ballet shoes
Tuesday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Primary Tap - Jazz Combo (B)
Primary Jazz–Tap Combo

For dancers ages 3–7 | 60 Minutes

The Primary Jazz–Tap Combo is a lively, 60-minute class that introduces young dancers to the exciting styles of jazz and tap. Designed to build rhythm, coordination, and musicality, this class encourages creative expression while laying a strong technical foundation.
In the jazz portion, students explore upbeat movement sequences that develop body awareness, timing, and stage presence. The tap portion focuses on introductory footwork, sound clarity, and rhythmic exploration—helping dancers connect movement to music with energy and precision.

This fun and engaging combo class supports confidence, creativity, and physical control in a nurturing, age-appropriate setting.

Enrollment Requirement:
• Must be concurrently enrolled in Primary Ballet–Acro Combo

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Pink leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Flesh-tone tights
• Nude jazz shoes
• Black tap shoes
Boys:
• White leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Black socks
• Black jazz shoes
• Black tap shoes
Tuesday
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Jazz
YP I – Jazz

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

YP I Jazz is a vibrant, high-energy 60-minute class designed for advanced beginner to intermediate-level dancers. This course introduces students to the foundational principles and progressive techniques of jazz dance, emphasizing musicality, rhythm, physical precision, and expressive stage presence.

Students develop the technical skills and performance qualities necessary for both classical and commercial jazz styles, building a strong base that enhances versatility across dance genres.

Class Structure Includes:
• Aerobic warm-up and jazz isolations
• Center floor movement studies
• Across-the-floor progressions
• Stretch and flexibility training
• Turns, leaps, and pirouette development
• Core strength and leg extension conditioning
Through this curriculum, dancers enhance their stamina, coordination, and personal style while establishing proper form and technique.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior dance training
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is a core requirement of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Flesh-tone tights
• Nude jazz shoes
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black jazz pants
• Black crew socks
• Black jazz shoes
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II- Pointe
YP Pointe

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

YP Pointe is an advanced 60-minute ballet technique class designed for dancers who have successfully completed YP Pre-Pointe or have been placed through faculty assessment. This course provides focused training in classical pointe technique, with an emphasis on safety, strength, and artistic development while dancing en pointe.

Students will work through structured barre and center combinations that develop balance, coordination, and precision. The curriculum also includes coaching on safe pointe practices, turning mechanics, and performance artistry to support confident and expressive dancing.

Class Objectives:
• Strengthen pointe technique through barre and center exercises
• Enhance balance, control, and core stability
• Deepen understanding of turning mechanics and safe pointe practices
• Cultivate artistry and performance readiness

Skills Developed:
• Technical proficiency en pointe (rises, turns, balances)
• Muscular control and injury prevention strategies
• Alignment and ankle stability
• Confidence in classical performance execution

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP Pre-Pointe or placement by faculty assessment

This course is a required component for students in the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division who are advancing in classical ballet and pointe training.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Pink alignment belt
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet tights
• Flesh-tone or pink pointe shoes
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Pre Pointe
YP Pre-Pointe

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

YP Pre-Pointe is a specialized 60-minute ballet technique class designed to prepare dancers for the physical demands and technical precision required for future pointe work. This course focuses on strengthening the feet, ankles, legs, and core while refining alignment, balance, and control through structured barre and center exercises.

Students will gain a deeper understanding of pointe readiness through ballet-specific conditioning and anatomical awareness, with emphasis on safe, gradual progression. The class also includes an introduction to pointe shoe anatomy, care, and sewing basics.

Class Objectives:
• Build strength and stability in feet, ankles, and legs
• Refine core alignment and posture
• Improve articulation, balance, and control
• Introduce pointe shoe education and readiness evaluation

Topics Explored:
• Proper foot alignment and weight distribution
• Conditioning and flexibility techniques
• Safe progression to pointe
• Introduction to pointe shoe fitting and maintenance

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP II Ballet or placement by faculty assessment
This course is a required component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division and is essential for dancers pursuing future pointe work.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Pink alignment belt
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet tights
• Flesh-tone or pink pre-pointe shoes
Tuesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - Jazz
YP II – Jazz

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

YP II Jazz is a fast-paced, technique-driven 60-minute class designed for intermediate to advanced-level dancers who have successfully completed YP I or placed through faculty assessment. This class expands on foundational jazz techniques with greater emphasis on performance quality, technical control, and stylistic versatility.

Dancers will be challenged to refine their execution, expand their movement vocabulary, and adapt to a range of jazz idioms, all while building confidence and stage presence.

Class Structure Includes:
• Advanced warm-up sequences and isolations
• Center floor drills focused on power, precision, and control
• Complex across-the-floor progressions
• Strength, flexibility, and endurance conditioning
• Advanced turns, leaps, and pirouettes
• Introduction to jazz sub-genres including lyrical, funk, and musical theater

YP II dancers are expected to demonstrate maturity in their movement choices, musical interpretation, and performance dynamics. This course prepares students for both concert dance opportunities and commercial performance settings.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I Jazz or
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is a required component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Flesh-tone tights
• Nude jazz shoes
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black jazz pants
• Black crew socks
• Black jazz shoes
Tuesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Leaps & Turns
YP I – Leaps & Turns

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP I Leaps & Turns is a focused 45-minute technical training class designed for advanced beginner to intermediate-level dancers. This class emphasizes the development of clean, controlled leaps and turn sequences rooted in jazz technique, helping dancers improve execution, strength, and coordination.

Through targeted drills and structured progressions, students refine their alignment, gain confidence in dynamic movement, and build the foundational skills needed for performance and choreography across multiple dance styles.

Class Focus Includes:
• Aerobic warm-up and conditioning
• Core strength and stability for balance and control
• Proper use of plié and landing mechanics for safe jumping
• Foot and ankle strengthening for turns and pirouettes
• Flexibility training to enhance full-body extension
• Drills for jetés, pirouettes, and leap combinations

Dancers build stamina, precision, and musicality while developing individual expression and technical clarity.
Enrollment Requirements:
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior dance training
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is part of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division curriculum and supports progression in all performance-based classes.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Flesh-tone tights
• Nude jazz shoes
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black jazz pants
• Black crew socks
• Black jazz shoes
Tuesday
7:30 PM to 8:15 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - Ballroom
YP II – Ballroom

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP II Ballroom is an intermediate 45-minute course designed for dancers who have completed foundational ballroom training and are ready to advance their technique and performance quality. This class deepens the study of classic ballroom styles—Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Rumba, Cha-Cha, and Samba—through intricate footwork, refined partner dynamics, and expressive movement.

Students will enhance their stylistic nuance, musical interpretation, and spatial precision while developing the skills necessary for choreographic adaptation and stage or competition readiness.

Key Focus Areas:
• Advanced partner connection and fluid transitions
• Refined lead and follow techniques
• Rotational patterns, directional changes, and traveling sequences
• Expressive performance, posture, and ballroom style presentation
• Introduction to performance and competitive ballroom choreography

This course fosters grace, discipline, and versatility while preparing dancers to perform confidently in both theatrical and competitive ballroom settings.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I Ballroom or placement by faculty assessment
• Concurrent enrollment in Ballet is required

YP II Ballroom is a core component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division and is highly recommended for students pursuing excellence in commercial, collegiate, and concert dance settings.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black character shoes
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black jazz pants
• Black crew socks
• Black jazz shoes
Tuesday
7:30 PM to 8:15 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Ballroom
YP I – Ballroom

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP I Ballroom is an engaging, introductory 45-minute partner dance class designed for advanced beginner dancers. This course introduces the foundational principles of ballroom technique, with an emphasis on posture, rhythm, spatial awareness, and lead-and-follow coordination.

Students will explore classic ballroom styles such as the Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Rumba, and Cha-Cha. Through both solo and partnered exercises, dancers will develop timing, musical interpretation, and the collaborative skills essential for confident and polished social dance performance.

Key Focus Areas:
• Fundamental ballroom footwork and technique
• Partner connection, frame, and directional movement
• Musicality, rhythm, and timing across styles
• Social dance etiquette and floor awareness

This class fosters teamwork, confidence, and stage presence in a structured, supportive environment—making it an ideal addition to any dancer's technical foundation.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior dance training
• Placement by faculty assessment
• Concurrent enrollment in Ballet is recommended

This course is a core component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division and is highly recommended for students pursuing versatility in commercial, collegiate, or competitive performance.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black character shoes
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black jazz pants
• Black crew socks
• Black jazz shoes
Tuesday
8:15 PM to 9:00 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - African
YP II – African

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP II African is a culturally immersive, advanced intermediate-level class designed for students who have completed foundational training in traditional West African dance. This 45-minute course deepens students’ engagement with diasporic movement traditions through complex choreography, heightened physicality, and culturally grounded performance techniques.

Building on the principles established in YP I, this class emphasizes stamina, spatial awareness, improvisation, and storytelling through movement. Students refine their rhythmic interpretation, dynamic control, and expressive range while exploring the deeper cultural context of each dance.

Class Elements Include:
• Advanced footwork and polyrhythmic phrasing
• Layered coordination of torso, pelvis, and arms
• Improvisation and structured call-and-response
• Interpretive performance grounded in cultural themes
• Live drumming integration for enhanced musicality and energy

This course fosters a deeper understanding of African dance aesthetics and prepares students for professional work in culturally rooted concert choreography and commercial performance.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I African or placement by faculty assessment
• Concurrent enrollment in Ballet and Horton

This course is a core requirement of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division and is mandatory for all TMJSOD Company members.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• African lapa wrap
• Barefoot (no shoes or socks)
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• African dance pants
• Barefoot (no shoes or socks)

Tuesday
8:15 PM to 9:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - African
YP I – African

Professional Division | 30 Minutes

YP I African is a culturally rich, technique-based 45-minute class designed for advanced beginner to intermediate-level dancers. Rooted in the traditions of West African dance, this course introduces students to the foundational principles of diasporic movement, rhythm, and communal expression.

Dancers will engage in full-bodied, grounded movement that emphasizes rhythmic precision, expressive articulation of the spine, pelvis, and torso, and deep connection to cultural meaning. Accompanied by live drumming, each class offers an immersive experience that cultivates stamina, strength, and cultural fluency.

Class Elements Include:
• Traditional warm-up and movement breakdown
• Grounded rhythmic phrases and complex footwork
• Expressive hand gestures and full-body coordination
• Community dance circles celebrating unity and joy

This high-energy course promotes physical conditioning, musicality, and respect for the heritage and artistic integrity of African dance traditions. It also serves as a powerful tool for connecting students to the history, storytelling, and collective spirit embedded in each movement.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is a core requirement of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division and is mandatory for all TMJSOD Company members.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• African lapa wrap
• Barefoot (no shoes or socks)

Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• African dance pants
• Barefoot (no shoes or socks)

Tuesday
9:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - Leaps & Turns
YP II – Leaps & Turns

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP II Leaps & Turns is an advanced intermediate-level technical workshop designed for dancers who are ready to refine and expand their leap and turn vocabulary. Building upon the foundational skills developed in YP I, this 45-minute class introduces more complex combinations, directional changes, and enhanced performance dynamics.

Students will deepen their control, elevation, and consistency across both jazz and contemporary movement patterns—preparing them for high-level choreography, competitive settings, and concert performance.

Class Focus Includes:
• Dynamic warm-up and core activation
• Advanced turning progressions: pirouettes, fouettés, a la seconde turns
• Complex leap sequences: switch leaps, calypsos, tilt jumps
• Airborne transitions and directional changes
• Strength, alignment, and flexibility to support elevation and control
• Performance quality and expressive execution in technical phrases

Dancers are expected to demonstrate maturity, adaptability, and polish in their movement while pushing toward greater versatility and power.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I – Leaps & Turns or
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is part of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division curriculum and supports progression in all performance-based classes.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Flesh-tone tights
• Nude jazz shoes
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black jazz pants
• Black crew socks
• Black jazz shoes
Tuesday
9:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
Primary Ballet - Acro Combo (C)
Primary Ballet–Acro Combo

For dancers ages 3–7 | 60 Minutes

The Primary Ballet–Acro Combo is a fun, high-energy 60-minute class designed to introduce young dancers to the foundational elements of both classical ballet and acrobatics. Perfect for ages 3–7, this class supports early development in coordination, balance, strength, and flexibility through an engaging blend of structured technique and creative movement.

Dancers will learn basic ballet positions, posture, and classroom etiquette alongside age-appropriate tumbling and floor work. Emphasis is placed on body awareness, motor skill development, and confidence-building in a supportive, playful environment.

This course serves as a core requirement within the Open Division and must be taken in order to enroll in any additional Open Division classes.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Pink leotard
• White alignment belt
• Flesh-tone tights
• White crew socks
• White ballet shoes
Boys:
• White leotard
• Black dance shorts
• White crew socks
• White ballet shoes
Wednesday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Primary Tap - Jazz Combo (C)
Primary Jazz–Tap Combo

For dancers ages 3–7 | 60 Minutes

The Primary Jazz–Tap Combo is a lively, 60-minute class that introduces young dancers to the exciting styles of jazz and tap. Designed to build rhythm, coordination, and musicality, this class encourages creative expression while laying a strong technical foundation.
In the jazz portion, students explore upbeat movement sequences that develop body awareness, timing, and stage presence. The tap portion focuses on introductory footwork, sound clarity, and rhythmic exploration—helping dancers connect movement to music with energy and precision.

This fun and engaging combo class supports confidence, creativity, and physical control in a nurturing, age-appropriate setting.

Enrollment Requirement:
• Must be concurrently enrolled in Primary Ballet–Acro Combo

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Pink leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Flesh-tone tights
• Nude jazz shoes
• Black tap shoes
Boys:
• White leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Black socks
• Black jazz shoes
• Black tap shoes
Wednesday
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - PBT
YP I – Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT)

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

YP I PBT is a structured 60-minute conditioning class tailored for advanced beginner dancers, following the internationally acclaimed Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) curriculum. This innovative program uses ballet-specific, muscle memory–based training to strengthen the core, improve alignment, increase flexibility, and support technical control across all dance disciplines.

This class plays a vital role in enhancing overall technique, supporting injury prevention, and developing postural awareness. It also serves as an effective tool for injury rehabilitation and body conditioning.

Class Objectives:
• Strengthen core stability and muscular control
• Improve posture, alignment, and weight placement
• Enhance flexibility, balance, and coordination
• Increase awareness of safe practices and injury prevention

This course is a core requirement for all YP dancers and an essential component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division curriculum.

Required Dance Tools:
• 1 Large Exercise Ball (55cm–65cm based on height)
• 3 Fusion Balls
• 1 Massage Ball
• 10 ft TheraBand
• Yoga Mat

Class Dress Code
Girls & Boys:
• Black leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Black crew socks
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - Contemporary
YP II – Contemporary

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

YP II Contemporary is an expressive and technically rigorous 60-minute class for intermediate to advanced-intermediate dancers who have successfully completed YP I or placed through faculty assessment. This class advances the exploration of contemporary dance by fusing ballet, modern, jazz, and lyrical elements, with a strong focus on fluidity, improvisation, musicality, and emotional storytelling.

Students will deepen their artistic expression, develop nuanced control, and expand their ability to embody diverse choreographic styles with clarity, precision, and performance presence.

Class Structure Includes:
• Elevated aerobic warm-up and conditioning
• Advanced center floor combinations
• Complex across-the-floor progressions
• Strength and flexibility development
• Advanced turns, jumps, and sustained movement phrases
• Improvisation, composition, and guided choreography labs

Students will also engage in performance-based exercises that refine their ability to communicate intention, interpret choreography, and connect with audiences through movement.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I Contemporary
• Or placement through faculty evaluation

This course is a core requirement of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black or nude dance socks
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts or leggings
• Black or nude dance socks
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Contemporary
YP I – Contemporary

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

YP I Contemporary is a dynamic and physically engaging 60-minute class designed for advanced beginner to intermediate-level dancers. This course blends the foundational techniques of ballet, modern, jazz, and lyrical styles to support expressive artistry, technical development, and musical responsiveness.

Dancers will explore the emotional and physical depth of movement while building the strength, agility, and coordination necessary for contemporary performance. Emphasis is placed on individual expression, alignment, and versatility across movement vocabularies.

Class Structure Includes:
• Aerobic warm-up and body conditioning
• Center floor movement studies
• Across-the-floor progressions
• Flexibility and stretch training
• Turns, leaps, and pirouette technique
• Core strengthening and leg extension development

This class fosters technical precision, stamina, and performance presence while encouraging each dancer’s unique movement voice.
Enrollment Requirements:
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior dance training
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is a core requirement of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black or nude dance socks
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts or leggings
• Black or nude dance socks
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - PBT
YP II – Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT)

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

YP II PBT is an advanced 60-minute conditioning and cross-training class that builds upon the foundational work introduced in YP I. Based on the internationally recognized Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) curriculum, this course provides deeper technical refinement through targeted, ballet-specific exercises that reinforce muscle memory, postural alignment, and neuromuscular coordination.

Designed for intermediate to advanced dancers, YP II PBT strengthens the body for the demands of classical technique, pointe work, and sustained performance. The class supports injury prevention, recovery strategies, and performance endurance through integrated conditioning.

Class Objectives:
• Deepen core engagement and pelvic alignment for pointe readiness
• Increase joint stability and support injury recovery
• Improve dynamic control, balance, and spatial awareness
• Build stamina and coordination for long-term performance demands

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I PBT or
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is a core requirement for all YP II dancers and a critical component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division curriculum.

Required Dance Tools:
• 1 Large Exercise Ball (55cm–65cm based on height)
• 3 Fusion Balls
• 1 Massage Ball
• 10 ft TheraBand
• Yoga Mat

Class Dress Code

Girls & Boys:
• Black leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Black crew socks
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Conditioning & Injury Prevention
YP I – Conditioning & Injury Prevention

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP I Conditioning & Injury Prevention is a specialized 45-minute strength and conditioning class designed for advanced beginner dancers. This course focuses on developing the physical foundation necessary for safe, efficient, and sustainable movement across all dance disciplines.

Through targeted exercises and mindful movement practices, students improve core strength, flexibility, alignment, and coordination. The class emphasizes technique-based conditioning and injury prevention strategies to support long-term dancer wellness and performance readiness.

Key Focus Areas:
• Core strengthening and muscular control
• Functional flexibility and joint mobility
• Safe stretching and recovery methods
• Postural alignment and balance training
• Body maintenance and self-massage techniques
• Injury prevention through proper biomechanics

Enrollment Requirements:
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior dance training
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is a required component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division and supports student progression in all performance-based technique classes.

Class Dress Code
Girls & Boys:
• Black leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Black crew socks
Wednesday
7:30 PM to 8:15 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - Tap
YP I – Tap

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP I Tap is a high-energy, rhythm-focused 45-minute technique class designed for advanced beginner dancers. This course introduces foundational tap vocabulary and musicality, emphasizing clarity of sound, percussive coordination, and expressive movement through dynamic footwork.
Students will explore the relationship between movement and music, developing both technical accuracy and creative confidence.

Class Focus Includes:
• Basic to intermediate rhythm patterns and syncopation
• Weight shifts, timing, and coordination drills
• Tap combinations across the floor
• Musical phrasing, improvisation, and rhythmic storytelling

This class provides a solid technical and musical foundation, preparing students for more advanced rhythmic structures and performance in YP II Tap.
Enrollment Requirements:
• Concurrent enrollment in Ballet and Horton classes
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior dance training
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is part of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division curriculum and is highly recommended for dancers seeking versatility in concert and commercial performance.
Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black crew socks
• Black tap shoes
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts or pants
• Black crew socks
• Black tap shoes
Wednesday
7:30 PM to 8:15 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Hip Hop
YP I – Hip-Hop

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP I Hip-Hop is an electrifying, culturally grounded 45-minute class that introduces advanced beginner to intermediate dancers to the foundational elements of urban street dance. Rooted in the rich history of hip-hop culture, this high-energy course explores the genre’s influence on pop culture and commercial dance while fostering individuality, musicality, and performance presence.

Students will build coordination, control, and style through movement inspired by old-school grooves, freestyle techniques, and contemporary choreography. The class emphasizes authentic expression and cultural awareness, creating space for each dancer to explore their unique voice within the hip-hop genre.

Class Focus Includes:
• Old-school hip-hop foundations and social grooves
• Musicality and rhythmic interpretation
• Freestyle basics and improvisational skills
• Contemporary choreography and performance execution
• Cultural context and the evolution of hip-hop as an art form

Prerequisites:
• Enrollment in at least one Ballet class
• Prior dance training recommended
• Placement by faculty assessment (if applicable)

This course is part of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division curriculum and is ideal for students seeking versatility across both concert and commercial dance genres.

Class Dress Code

Girls & Boys:
• Free dress (must be movement-appropriate)
• Skid-free sneakers
Wednesday
8:15 PM to 9:00 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - Conditioning & Injury Prevention
YP II – Conditioning & Injury Prevention

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP II Conditioning & Injury Prevention is an intensive 45-minute training course designed for intermediate to advanced-intermediate dancers. Building upon the foundation established in YP I, this class emphasizes cross-training, advanced conditioning, and anatomical precision to support physical longevity and high-level performance.

Students will engage in a rigorous curriculum that integrates stability work, resistance training, and recovery techniques tailored to the physical demands of pre-professional dance training. The course promotes injury prevention, body awareness, and functional strength to meet the expectations of challenging choreography and performance schedules.

Key Focus Areas:
• Advanced core and pelvic stability
• Dance-specific strength and resistance conditioning
• Fascia release and mobility protocols
• Recovery strategies for high-impact movement
• Technique-based movement analysis
• Personalized maintenance routines for sustained performance

Enrollment Requirements:
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior dance training
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is a required component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division and supports student growth across all technique and performance classes.

Class Dress Code
Girls & Boys:
• Black leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Black crew socks
Wednesday
8:15 PM to 9:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Tap
YP I – Tap

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP I Tap is a high-energy, rhythm-focused 45-minute technique class designed for advanced beginner dancers. This course introduces foundational tap vocabulary and musicality, emphasizing clarity of sound, percussive coordination, and expressive movement through dynamic footwork.

Students will explore the relationship between movement and music, developing both technical accuracy and creative confidence.
Class Focus Includes:
• Basic to intermediate rhythm patterns and syncopation
• Weight shifts, timing, and coordination drills
• Tap combinations across the floor
• Musical phrasing, improvisation, and rhythmic storytelling

This class provides a solid technical and musical foundation, preparing students for more advanced rhythmic structures and performance in YP II Tap.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Concurrent enrollment in Ballet and Horton classes
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior dance training
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is part of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division curriculum and is highly recommended for dancers seeking versatility in concert and commercial performance.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black crew socks
• Black tap shoes

Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts or pants
• Black crew socks
• Black tap shoes
Wednesday
9:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - Hip Hop
YP II – Hip-Hop

Professional Division | 30 Minutes

YP II Hip-Hop is an advanced 30-minute class designed for intermediate to advanced dancers who have completed YP I or placed through faculty assessment. This course challenges students to refine their hip-hop technique, musicality, and performance versatility while deepening their understanding of the genre’s cultural significance and commercial impact.

Dancers will explore a broad range of hip-hop styles—from foundational grooves to current commercial choreography—with an emphasis on individuality, precision, and professional stage presence. The class includes freestyle development, choreography labs, and performance-based drills that prepare students for industry, collegiate, and competitive opportunities.

Class Elements Include:
• Advanced isolations, grooves, and footwork patterns
• Choreography retention, execution, and stage dynamics
• Musical phrasing, freestyle creativity, and timing
• Historical context and the evolution of hip-hop culture
• Character development and performance authenticity

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I Hip-Hop or placement by faculty assessment
• Concurrent enrollment in at least one Ballet class

This course is a core part of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division curriculum and is highly recommended for dancers seeking success in commercial, collegiate, and competitive performance arenas.

Class Dress Code

Girls & Boys:
• Free dress (comfortable, movement-appropriate attire)
• Skid-free sneakers
Wednesday
9:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
Creative Movement
Creative Movement

Early Childhood Division-Saturday School | 45 minutes

Creative Movement is a joyful and engaging 45-minute class designed for babies and toddlers ages 1.5 to 3 years old, accompanied by a parent or adult guardian. This introductory class promotes early childhood development through music, movement, and imaginative play, encouraging motor skill growth, social-emotional connection, and self-expression.

Each session explores:
• Basic rhythm and body awareness
• Coordination through guided movement
• Sensory play and interactive songs
• Safe exploration of space and movement patterns

The presence of a participating adult ensures comfort, focus, and emotional support, making it a positive first experience in a structured class environment. Creative Movement provides a foundation for lifelong learning and sets the stage for future dance training.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Pink leotard
• Flesh-tone tights
• White crew socks
Boys:
• White leotard
• Black dance shorts
• White crew socks
Saturday
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Primary Ballet - Acro Combo (D)
Primary Ballet–Acro Combo

For dancers ages 3–7 | 60 Minutes

The Primary Ballet–Acro Combo is a fun, high-energy 60-minute class designed to introduce young dancers to the foundational elements of both classical ballet and acrobatics. Perfect for ages 3–7, this class supports early development in coordination, balance, strength, and flexibility through an engaging blend of structured technique and creative movement.

Dancers will learn basic ballet positions, posture, and classroom etiquette alongside age-appropriate tumbling and floor work. Emphasis is placed on body awareness, motor skill development, and confidence-building in a supportive, playful environment.

This course serves as a core requirement within the Open Division and must be taken in order to enroll in any additional Open Division classes.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Pink leotard
• White alignment belt
• Flesh-tone tights
• White crew socks
• White ballet shoes
Boys:
• White leotard
• Black dance shorts
• White crew socks
• White ballet shoes
Saturday
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
Jr. Open - Acro
Open Junior Acrobatics

Open Division – Saturday School | Ages 8–12 | 60 Minutes

Open Junior Acrobatics is a foundational 60-minute class designed for students ages 8–12 with novice to advanced beginner experience in acrobatics. This course introduces essential acrobatic skills and conditioning exercises that promote strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination.

Students will explore the fundamentals of floor-based acrobatics while developing body awareness, confidence, and control. The class is structured to build a strong technical base in a safe, supportive, and engaging environment.

Class Focus Includes:
• Forward and backward rolls
• Handstands and cartwheels
• Bridge work and introductory walkovers
• Beginning aerial drills and safe spotting techniques

This class is ideal for students preparing to transition into the Young Professionals (YP) level acrobatics program, with an emphasis on proper alignment, progressive skill-building, and injury prevention.

Enrollment Requirement:
• Must be concurrently enrolled in Open Junior Ballet

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Light blue leotard
• White alignment belt
• Flesh-tone tights
• White crew socks (no shoes)
Boys:
• Light blue leotard or fitted shirt
• Navy dance shorts
• White crew socks (no shoes)
Saturday
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
Primary Tap - Jazz Combo (D)
Primary Jazz–Tap Combo

For dancers ages 3–7 | 60 Minutes

The Primary Jazz–Tap Combo is a lively, 60-minute class that introduces young dancers to the exciting styles of jazz and tap. Designed to build rhythm, coordination, and musicality, this class encourages creative expression while laying a strong technical foundation.
In the jazz portion, students explore upbeat movement sequences that develop body awareness, timing, and stage presence. The tap portion focuses on introductory footwork, sound clarity, and rhythmic exploration—helping dancers connect movement to music with energy and precision.

This fun and engaging combo class supports confidence, creativity, and physical control in a nurturing, age-appropriate setting.

Enrollment Requirement:
• Must be concurrently enrolled in Primary Ballet–Acro Combo

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Pink leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Flesh-tone tights
• Nude jazz shoes
• Black tap shoes
Boys:
• White leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Black socks
• Black jazz shoes
• Black tap shoes
Saturday
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Boys Ninja
Boys Ninja

Open Division-Saturday School | Ages 5–12 | 60 minutes | Novice to Advanced Beginner
Boys Ninja is an action-packed, open-level acrobatics and conditioning class designed specifically for boys ages 5 to 12. This 60-minute session introduces foundational acro techniques and body-weight exercises that promote strength, agility, coordination, and confidence in a supportive, boys-only environment.

Through tumbling drills, partner work, and flexibility training, students will improve:
• Core strength and balance
• Body control and coordination
• Spatial awareness and flexibility
• Discipline and focus through movement

This class supports the physical development of young male dancers and athletes, creating a space where boys can thrive, build camaraderie, and explore movement in a high-energy setting.

Class Dress Code
• Navy or Light Blue Leotard
• Navy Dance Shorts
• Barefoot (no socks or shoes)
Saturday
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Studio TBD
Alpha Midway Studios
Jr. Open - Ballet
Open Junior Ballet

Open Division – Saturday School | Ages 8–12 | 60 Minutes

Open Junior Ballet is a 60-minute foundational class designed for students ages 8–12 with novice to advanced beginner experience in classical ballet. This course introduces young dancers to the essential elements of ballet technique, vocabulary, and musicality while fostering grace, coordination, and self-discipline.

Through a structured and developmentally appropriate approach, students will:
• Learn fundamental barre and center exercises
• Develop correct posture, turnout, and alignment
• Build strength, flexibility, and body awareness
• Gain exposure to classical music and ballet class etiquette

Taught in a supportive and inclusive environment, this class helps dancers build confidence and a solid technical foundation that supports growth in all styles of dance.

Enrollment Requirement:
• This course is a core requirement within the Open Division and must be taken in order to enroll in any additional Open Division classes.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Light blue leotard
• White alignment belt
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet tights
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet shoes
Boys:
• Light blue leotard or fitted shirt
• Navy dance shorts
• White crew socks
• White ballet shoes
Saturday
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
Teen Open - Jazz
Saturday
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Boys Tap
Boys Only Tap

Open Division- Saturday School | Ages 5–12 | 60 minutes | Novice to Advanced Beginner

Boys Only Tap is a high-energy, rhythm-focused 60-minute technique class designed exclusively for boys ages 5 to 12. In this dynamic class, students receive expert instruction in mastering tap fundamentals—including precise footwork patterns, clear sound articulation, and personal style development.

Through structured exercises and fun choreography, dancers will:
• Build musicality and timing
• Improve coordination and body control
• Explore improvisation and rhythmic creativity
• Gain confidence in performance and sound clarity

This boys-only environment encourages freedom of expression and fosters camaraderie, allowing students to thrive and grow in their tap journey.

Dress Code
• Navy or Light Blue Leotard or Navy T-Shirt
• Navy Sweatpants or Dance Shorts
• Black Tap Shoes
Saturday
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio TBD
Alpha Midway Studios
Jr. Open - Jazz
Open Junior Jazz

Open Division – Saturday School | Ages 8–12 | 60 Minutes

Open Junior Jazz is an upbeat, high-energy 60-minute class designed for students ages 8–12 at the novice to advanced beginner level. This class introduces dancers to the dynamic world of jazz through foundational technique, expressive movement, and performance-based training.

Students will develop confidence, physical control, and musicality through a progressive curriculum that blends classical jazz elements with fun, age-appropriate choreography.

Class Focus Includes:
• Strength, flexibility, and coordination building
• Jazz fundamentals: kicks, turns, leaps, and isolations
• Rhythm, musicality, and dynamic body alignment
• Confidence and personal style through choreography and performance

Each session includes a warm-up, technical drills, across-the-floor progressions, and performance combinations to help students strengthen both their technique and stage presence.

Enrollment Requirement:
• Must be concurrently enrolled in Open Junior Ballet

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Light blue leotard
• Navy leggings
• Nude jazz shoes
Boys:
• Light blue leotard or fitted shirt
• Navy dance shorts
• White crew socks
• Nude jazz shoes
Saturday
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Teen Open - Ballet
Open Teen Ballet

Open Division – Saturday School | Ages 13–17 | 60 Minutes

Open Teen Ballet is a supportive and enriching 60-minute class designed for teens ages 13–17 with novice to advanced beginner experience in classical ballet. Ideal for students beginning ballet at a later age or returning after time away, this course offers structured, age-appropriate instruction that builds confidence and foundational technique.

Through progressive training, students will:
• Strengthen ballet fundamentals through barre and center work
• Improve posture, balance, and overall body alignment
• Enhance coordination, musicality, and grace
• Build familiarity with ballet class structure, terminology, and etiquette

This class provides a welcoming environment for teen dancers to grow at their own pace while laying a solid foundation for more advanced ballet training.

Enrollment Requirement:
• This course is a core requirement within the Open Division and must be taken to enroll in any additional Open Division classes.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Navy blue leotard
• Pink alignment belt
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet tights
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet shoes
Boys:
• Navy blue leotard or fitted shirt
• Navy dance shorts
• White crew socks
• White ballet shoes
Saturday
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios

2025 Summer Intensives

Name
Days
Location
Acro Choreography Intensive (Day Pass)
Acro Choreography Intensive (Intermediate/Advanced)

Designed for dancers with prior acro experience, this intensive combines dynamic tumbling techniques with inventive choreography. Students will learn how to integrate acrobatic elements smoothly into dance phrases, enhancing stage presence and versatility in performance.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Barefoot (no socks or shoes)
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts
• Barefoot (no socks or shoes)



12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Acro Jazz Intensive (Day Pass)
Acro Jazz Intensive (Open Level)

This dynamic hybrid intensive fuses the athleticism of acro with the energy and precision of jazz dance. Dancers will develop coordination, agility, and performance quality through integrated training that enhances versatility and confidence on stage. Open to all levels.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black or nude dance socks
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts or leggings
• Black or nude dance socks



12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Acro Technique Boot Camp (Day Pass)
Acro Technique Boot Camp (Beginner/Intermediate)

Ideal for early acro learners, this boot camp focuses on developing strength, flexibility, and control through targeted drills and tumbling progressions. Dancers will build foundational acrobatic technique while improving body awareness and physical confidence.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Barefoot (no socks or shoes)
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts
• Barefoot (no socks or shoes)



12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Advanced Ballet Boot Camp (Day Pass)
Advanced Classical Boot Camp (Advanced Ballet)

Tailored for experienced dancers, this advanced ballet intensive offers rigorous training in classical technique. Dancers will be challenged through detailed barre work, complex center combinations, and repertoire excerpts that develop control, precision, and expressive artistry.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Pink alignment belt
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet tights
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet shoes
Boys:
• Black fitted leotard or shirt
• Black footed tights
• Black ballet shoes




12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
Advanced Ballet Intensive (Day Pass)
Advanced Classical Ballet Intensive (Advanced)

Designed for experienced dancers, this intensive emphasizes technical stamina, fluidity, and classical artistry. Through advanced combinations, movement phrases, and refined musical interpretation, students will deepen their command of ballet technique and performance expression

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Pink alignment belt
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet tights
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet shoes
Boys:
• Black fitted leotard or shirt
• Black footed tights
• Black ballet shoes


12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
Advanced Ballet Intensive (Day Pass)
Advanced Classical Ballet Intensive (Advanced)

Advanced ballet students will engage in a rigorous training experience that includes complex combinations, pointe-preparatory exercises, and classical movement phrases. This intensive is designed to elevate technical precision, enhance musicality, and refine performance artistry.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Pink alignment belt
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet tights
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet shoes
Boys:
• Black fitted leotard or shirt
• Black footed tights
• Black ballet shoes


12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
Advanced Cultural Dance Immersion (Day Pass)
Advanced Cultural Dance Immersion (Advanced)

This immersive experience invites advanced dancers to explore the depth and artistry of African and Latin-based dance traditions. Emphasizing cultural context, technical precision, and performance authenticity, the course fosters both cultural appreciation and dynamic movement expression.

Class Dress Code -African

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• African lapa wrap
• Barefoot (no shoes or socks)
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• African dance pants
• Barefoot (no shoes or socks)

Class Dress Code - Ballroom

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black character shoes
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black jazz pants
• Black crew socks
• Black jazz shoes




12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Ballet Boot Camp (Day Pass)
Ballet Boot Camp (All Levels)

Alongside contemporary classes, all participants will engage in a ballet placement class to assess technical proficiency and class readiness. This session supports appropriate placement for future intensives and helps dancers identify key areas for growth in classical technique.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Pink alignment belt
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet tights
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet shoes
Boys:
• Black fitted leotard or shirt
• Black footed tights
• Black ballet shoes

12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
Classical Ballet Foundations (Day Pass)
Classical Ballet Foundations (Beginner/Intermediate)

Ideal for new and developing dancers, this foundational ballet intensive focuses on posture, alignment, musicality, and ballet vocabulary. Through age-appropriate, structured instruction, students will build technical confidence, grace, and classroom discipline.
Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Pink alignment belt
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet tights
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet shoes
Boys:
• Black fitted leotard or shirt
• Black footed tights
• Black ballet shoes


12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
Classical Ballet Intensive (Day Pass)
Classical Ballet Intensive (Beginner/Intermediate)

Dancers will refine their foundational ballet technique with focused instruction on alignment, port de bras, musicality, and classroom etiquette. This intensive supports both individual growth and ensemble development, reinforcing the discipline and artistry essential to classical training.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Pink alignment belt
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet tights
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet shoes
Boys:
• Black fitted leotard or shirt
• Black footed tights
• Black ballet shoes





12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
Contemporary Boot Camp - CMJ (Day Pass)
Contemporary Boot Camp (Beginner/Intermediate CMJ: Contemporary | Modern | Jazz)

Beginner and intermediate dancers will deepen their technical foundation through emotionally resonant and dynamic CMJ training. This intensive emphasizes choreography retention, musicality, expressive movement, and ensemble work—equipping dancers with the tools to grow as both technicians and storytellers.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black or nude dance socks
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts or leggings
• Black or nude dance socks


12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Contemporary Boot Camp (Day Pass)
Contemporary Boot Camp (Open Level Jazz + Modern)

Jumpstart the summer with an electrifying fusion of jazz and modern dance! This open-level intensive is designed to ignite creativity and build technical momentum through rhythm exploration, isolations, floorwork, and expressive movement. Dancers will sharpen their performance quality while establishing a strong foundation in contemporary technique.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black or nude dance socks
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts or leggings
• Black or nude dance socks


12:00 PM to 4:00 AM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Cultural Dance Workshop (Day Pass)
Cultural Dance Workshop (Beginner/Intermediate)

Celebrate global traditions through an immersive workshop exploring African, Indian, Latin, and Folklorico dance forms. Dancers will engage with the rhythm, expression, and storytelling that define each cultural style, gaining a deeper appreciation for the diversity of movement across the world.

Class Dress Code - African
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• African lapa wrap
• Barefoot (no shoes or socks)

Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• African dance pants
• Barefoot (no shoes or socks)

Class Dress Code - Ballroom
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black character shoes
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black jazz pants
• Black crew socks
• Black jazz shoes

12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Acro Choreography Intensive
Acro Choreography Intensive (Intermediate/Advanced)

Designed for dancers with prior acro experience, this intensive combines dynamic tumbling techniques with inventive choreography. Students will learn how to integrate acrobatic elements smoothly into dance phrases, enhancing stage presence and versatility in performance.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Barefoot (no socks or shoes)
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts
• Barefoot (no socks or shoes)


Monday Tuesday Wednesday
12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Acro Jazz Intensive
Acro Jazz Intensive (Open Level)

This dynamic hybrid intensive fuses the athleticism of acro with the energy and precision of jazz dance. Dancers will develop coordination, agility, and performance quality through integrated training that enhances versatility and confidence on stage. Open to all levels.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black or nude dance socks
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts or leggings
• Black or nude dance socks


Monday Tuesday Wednesday
12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Acro Technique Boot Camp
Acro Technique Boot Camp (Beginner/Intermediate)

Ideal for early acro learners, this boot camp focuses on developing strength, flexibility, and control through targeted drills and tumbling progressions. Dancers will build foundational acrobatic technique while improving body awareness and physical confidence.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Barefoot (no socks or shoes)
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts
• Barefoot (no socks or shoes)


Monday Tuesday Wednesday
12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Advanced Ballet Boot Camp
Advanced Classical Boot Camp (Advanced Ballet)

Tailored for experienced dancers, this advanced ballet intensive offers rigorous training in classical technique. Dancers will be challenged through detailed barre work, complex center combinations, and repertoire excerpts that develop control, precision, and expressive artistry.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Pink alignment belt
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet tights
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet shoes
Boys:
• Black fitted leotard or shirt
• Black footed tights
• Black ballet shoes



Monday Tuesday Wednesday
12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
Advanced Ballet Intensive
Advanced Classical Ballet Intensive (Advanced)

Advanced ballet students will engage in a rigorous training experience that includes complex combinations, pointe-preparatory exercises, and classical movement phrases. This intensive is designed to elevate technical precision, enhance musicality, and refine performance artistry.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Pink alignment belt
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet tights
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet shoes
Boys:
• Black fitted leotard or shirt
• Black footed tights
• Black ballet shoes

Monday Tuesday Wednesday
12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
Advanced Ballet Intensive
Advanced Classical Ballet Intensive (Advanced)

Designed for experienced dancers, this intensive emphasizes technical stamina, fluidity, and classical artistry. Through advanced combinations, movement phrases, and refined musical interpretation, students will deepen their command of ballet technique and performance expression

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Pink alignment belt
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet tights
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet shoes
Boys:
• Black fitted leotard or shirt
• Black footed tights
• Black ballet shoes

Monday Tuesday Wednesday
12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
Advanced Cultural Dance Immersion
Advanced Cultural Dance Immersion (Advanced)

This immersive experience invites advanced dancers to explore the depth and artistry of African and Latin-based dance traditions. Emphasizing cultural context, technical precision, and performance authenticity, the course fosters both cultural appreciation and dynamic movement expression.

Class Dress Code -African

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• African lapa wrap
• Barefoot (no shoes or socks)
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• African dance pants
• Barefoot (no shoes or socks)

Class Dress Code - Ballroom

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black character shoes
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black jazz pants
• Black crew socks
• Black jazz shoes



Monday Tuesday Wednesday
12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Ballet Boot Camp
Ballet Boot Camp (All Levels)

Alongside contemporary classes, all participants will engage in a ballet placement class to assess technical proficiency and class readiness. This session supports appropriate placement for future intensives and helps dancers identify key areas for growth in classical technique.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Pink alignment belt
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet tights
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet shoes
Boys:
• Black fitted leotard or shirt
• Black footed tights
• Black ballet shoes
Monday Tuesday Wednesday
12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
Classical Ballet Foundations
Classical Ballet Foundations (Beginner/Intermediate)

Ideal for new and developing dancers, this foundational ballet intensive focuses on posture, alignment, musicality, and ballet vocabulary. Through age-appropriate, structured instruction, students will build technical confidence, grace, and classroom discipline.
Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Pink alignment belt
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet tights
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet shoes
Boys:
• Black fitted leotard or shirt
• Black footed tights
• Black ballet shoes

Monday Tuesday Wednesday
12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
Classical Ballet Intensive
Classical Ballet Intensive (Beginner/Intermediate)

Dancers will refine their foundational ballet technique with focused instruction on alignment, port de bras, musicality, and classroom etiquette. This intensive supports both individual growth and ensemble development, reinforcing the discipline and artistry essential to classical training.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Pink alignment belt
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet tights
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet shoes
Boys:
• Black fitted leotard or shirt
• Black footed tights
• Black ballet shoes




Monday Tuesday Wednesday
12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
Contemporary Boot Camp
Contemporary Boot Camp (Open Level Jazz + Modern)

Jumpstart the summer with an electrifying fusion of jazz and modern dance! This open-level intensive is designed to ignite creativity and build technical momentum through rhythm exploration, isolations, floorwork, and expressive movement. Dancers will sharpen their performance quality while establishing a strong foundation in contemporary technique.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black or nude dance socks
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts or leggings
• Black or nude dance socks

Monday Tuesday Wednesday
12:00 PM to 4:00 AM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Contemporary Boot Camp - CMJ
Contemporary Boot Camp (Beginner/Intermediate CMJ: Contemporary | Modern | Jazz)

Beginner and intermediate dancers will deepen their technical foundation through emotionally resonant and dynamic CMJ training. This intensive emphasizes choreography retention, musicality, expressive movement, and ensemble work—equipping dancers with the tools to grow as both technicians and storytellers.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black or nude dance socks
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts or leggings
• Black or nude dance socks

Monday Tuesday Wednesday
12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Cultural Dance Workshop
Cultural Dance Workshop (Beginner/Intermediate)

Celebrate global traditions through an immersive workshop exploring African, Indian, Latin, and Folklorico dance forms. Dancers will engage with the rhythm, expression, and storytelling that define each cultural style, gaining a deeper appreciation for the diversity of movement across the world.

Class Dress Code - African
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• African lapa wrap
• Barefoot (no shoes or socks)

Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• African dance pants
• Barefoot (no shoes or socks)

Class Dress Code - Ballroom
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black character shoes
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black jazz pants
• Black crew socks
• Black jazz shoes
Monday Tuesday Wednesday
12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios

2025 - 2026 Training Year

Name
Days
Location
YP I - Ballet
YP I – Classical Ballet

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

The YP I Classical Ballet class is a focused and foundational 60-minute session designed for advanced beginner to intermediate-level dancers in the Professional Division. This course introduces students to the history, vocabulary, and disciplined practice of classical ballet, with dedicated instruction in alignment, foot articulation, musicality, and expressive movement.

Training includes both barre and center work, allowing dancers to build strength, control, and artistry. As a core component of the TMJ School of Dance curriculum, this class supports continued technical advancement and prepares students for progression through our ballet levels.

Class Objectives:
• Build foundational ballet technique and alignment
• Strengthen vocabulary and coordination
• Enhance musicality and performance quality
• Establish classroom discipline and focus

Enrollment Requirements:
• Minimum of one year of prior ballet training
• Placement determined by level assessment

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Pink alignment belt
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet tights
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet shoes

Boys:
• Black fitted leotard or shirt
• Black footed tights
• Black ballet shoes
Monday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - Horton
YP II – Lester Horton Technique

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

YP II Horton is an intensive 60-minute class for intermediate to advanced-intermediate dancers with a solid foundation in the Lester Horton Modern Dance Technique. Building upon the fundamentals introduced in YP I, this course deepens technical proficiency, dynamic versatility, and expressive range through complex combinations and extended movement studies.

Dancers will refine their understanding of Horton’s codified vocabulary while enhancing control, fluidity, and performance presence. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for the demands of modern repertory and professional-level concert dance.

Class Focus Areas:
• Advanced Horton Warm-Up Series
• Extended Fortification Studies and Preludes
• Balance Studies for sustained control and smooth transitions
• Complex across-the-floor progressions
• Dynamic contrast and musical phrasing in performance

This course supports mastery of Horton’s stylistic nuance and is directly aligned with the repertory and standards of leading companies such as Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I Horton or equivalent training
• Placement by level assessment

This course is a required component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Bare feet (no socks or shoes)
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black leggings or footless tights
• Bare feet (no socks or shoes)
Monday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Horton
YP I – Lester Horton Technique

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

YP I Horton is a high-energy 60-minute class introducing advanced beginner dancers to the foundational vocabulary, history, and physical rigor of the Lester Horton Modern Dance Technique. This codified technique emphasizes strength, coordination, and expressive movement through a series of structured exercises that develop both technical clarity and artistic range.

Dancers will explore the fundamentals of Horton’s technique while building physical stamina, body awareness, and a strong technical base applicable across modern and contemporary dance forms.

Class Focus Areas:

• The Horton Warm-Up: Flatbacks, Laterals, Release Swings
• Fortification and Balance Studies
• Core strengthening and alignment exercises
• Across-the-floor progressions for coordination and clarity

With emphasis on musicality, form, and control, this class prepares students for more advanced modern dance work and introduces them to a technique foundational to repertory performed by the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior dance training
• Placement by level assessment

This course is a core requirement of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Bare feet (no socks or shoes)
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black leggings or footless tights
• Bare feet (no socks or shoes)
Monday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - Ballet
YP II – Classical Ballet

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

The YP II Classical Ballet class is an intermediate to advanced-intermediate level course designed to expand upon the foundational skills developed in YP I. This 60-minute class offers focused, progressive training that deepens students’ technical execution, enhances their understanding of classical vocabulary, and sharpens musicality and performance artistry.

Dancers will engage in more complex barre and center combinations, with increasing attention to strength, control, fluidity, and expressive movement. This class also introduces elements that prepare students for pointe readiness, repertory work, and advanced training pathways.

YP II is a required course for Company members and serves as a cornerstone of the TMJ School of Dance’s Professional Division curriculum.

Class Objectives:
• Refine classical technique with advanced barre and center work
• Strengthen control, extension, and movement quality
• Develop pointe preparation and artistic interpretation
• Deepen understanding of classical ballet structure and style

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I or placement by faculty assessment

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Pink alignment belt
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet tights
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet shoes
Boys:
• Black fitted leotard or shirt
• Black footed tights
• Black ballet shoes
Monday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Musical Theater
YP I – Musical Theater

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP I Musical Theater is a dynamic 45-minute training class that introduces advanced beginner dancers to the exciting world of Broadway-style performance. Blending dance, acting, and vocal elements, this course cultivates stage presence, emotional expression, and storytelling through movement and character work.

Students will explore the unique demands of musical theater performance while developing theatricality and confidence in both solo and ensemble settings.

Class Focus Includes:
• Character development and scene study
• Basic vocal technique, breath support, and projection
• Audition preparation and performance etiquette
• Foundational choreography in musical theater jazz styles
• An introduction to the history and cultural significance of musical theater

Through a combination of technical training and creative exploration, students gain the tools needed for successful stage performance and audition preparation.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior dance training
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is a valuable component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division and is highly recommended for students seeking versatility in both concert and commercial performance.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Flesh-tone tights
• Nude jazz shoes
• Black character shoes
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black jazz pants
• Black crew socks
• Black jazz shoes
Monday
7:30 PM to 8:15 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - Acro
YP II – Acrobatics

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

YP II Acrobatics is an advanced-level 60-minute training session designed for intermediate to advanced-intermediate dancers. Building upon the foundational skills developed in YP I, this course introduces more complex tumbling, partner work, and strength-based conditioning that supports acrobatic integration into choreography.

Students will refine their control, agility, and spatial awareness while learning how to safely execute advanced movements and adapt them for stage performance and competition.

Class Focus Includes:
• Back handsprings and aerial variations
• Tumbling passes with multiple skill connections
• Partnered lifts, balances, and counterweight work
• Core strength and flexibility conditioning
• Dance-acro transitions and choreographic integration

The class emphasizes technical precision, safety, and expressive execution, preparing dancers for the physical and artistic demands of advanced choreography and concert performance.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I Acrobatics
• Or placement by faculty assessment

This course is a required component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division and supports the development of highly versatile, performance-ready artists.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Barefoot (no socks or shoes)
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts
• Barefoot (no socks or shoes)
Monday
7:30 PM to 8:15 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Acro
YP I – Acrobatics

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP I Acrobatics is a high-energy, skill-building class that blends foundational tumbling techniques with classical dance principles. Designed for advanced beginner to intermediate dancers, this 45-minute session emphasizes strength, flexibility, coordination, and control, all within a safe and supportive environment.

Students will develop confidence and discipline as they build core acrobatic skills that enhance both their technical vocabulary and overall stage presence.

Core Skills Include:
• Forward and backward rolls
• Cartwheels and round-offs
• Front and back walkovers
• Aerial preparation drills
• Safe spotting techniques and alignment

Instruction is thoughtfully structured to prioritize safety, encourage progressive skill development, and support proper execution—ensuring students grow as both acrobats and expressive dancers.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior dance training
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is a required component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division and supports versatility in both concert and commercial choreography.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Barefoot (no socks or shoes)
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts
• Barefoot (no socks or shoes)
Monday
8:15 PM to 9:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - Musical Theater
YP II – Musical Theater

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP II Musical Theater is a high-level 45-minute training class designed for intermediate to advanced dancers ready to deepen their artistry in Broadway-style performance. This course challenges students to integrate dance, acting, and voice into dynamic storytelling while building the confidence and versatility required for pre-professional and collegiate-level work.

With a focus on emotional authenticity, stage presence, and complex choreography, dancers refine their skills across all three disciplines in a collaborative, performance-focused environment.

Class Focus Includes:
• Advanced character study and emotional authenticity
• Song interpretation and vocal performance techniques
• Complex choreography in jazz and theatrical styles
• Scene work from classic and contemporary musicals
• Audition preparation, including mock auditions and feedback
• Ensemble work and collaborative staging techniques

Students are expected to demonstrate maturity, adaptability, and performance discipline while synthesizing movement, voice, and character into cohesive, expressive storytelling.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I Musical Theater
• Or placement by faculty assessment

This course is a core requirement of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division and is mandatory for all TMJSOD Company members.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Flesh-tone tights
• Nude jazz shoes
• Black character shoes
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black jazz pants
• Black crew socks
• Black jazz shoes
Monday
8:15 PM to 9:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Rep
YP I – Repertoire

Professional Division | 30 Minutes

YP I Repertoire (REP) is a 30-minute performance-based class designed for advanced beginner to intermediate dancers. This course introduces students to the foundational process of learning, rehearsing, and performing set choreography drawn from a variety of dance genres, including classical, modern, and jazz.

With a focus on ensemble work, musicality, and stylistic accuracy, dancers develop spatial awareness, interpretative skill, and performance presence. The class also fosters adaptability to different choreographic voices and artistic intentions—key tools for emerging performers.

Class Focus Includes:
• Introductory repertory in ballet, modern, and jazz styles
• Ensemble awareness and performance precision
• Musical phrasing, timing, and stylistic clarity
• Interpretation of choreographic intent and spatial staging

This course provides essential performance preparation and builds the foundation for more advanced repertoire studies in future levels.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I Ballroom or placement by faculty assessment
• Concurrent enrollment in Ballet is required

YP I Repertoire is a core component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division curriculum and supports technical and artistic growth across all disciplines.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black or nude dance socks
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts
• Black or nude dance socks

Monday
9:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - Rep
YP II – Repertoire

Professional Division | 30 Minutes

YP II Repertoire (REP) is a 30-minute advanced-level class designed to challenge intermediate to advanced dancers through the study and performance of complex repertory works and original choreography. This course prepares students for professional rehearsal environments and concert dance performance by focusing on the nuanced integration of technique, artistry, and stagecraft.

Students will explore iconic works from classical and contemporary repertory while also participating in new choreographic processes. Emphasis is placed on performance endurance, choreographic interpretation, and collaborative rehearsal etiquette.

Class Focus Includes:
• Intermediate to advanced repertory across genres
• Integration of technical skill with artistic expression
• Staging, spacing, and ensemble coordination
• Rehearsal structure, responsiveness, and professionalism
• Performance readiness and expressive range

This course supports students in developing the interpretive and performance skills required for pre-professional work in concert, competitive, and company settings.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I Repertoire or placement by faculty assessment
• Concurrent enrollment in Ballet and Horton is required

YP II Repertoire is a core component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division and is required for all TMJSOD Company members.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black or nude dance socks
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts
• Black or nude dance socks
Monday
9:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Jazz
YP I – Jazz

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

YP I Jazz is a vibrant, high-energy 60-minute class designed for advanced beginner to intermediate-level dancers. This course introduces students to the foundational principles and progressive techniques of jazz dance, emphasizing musicality, rhythm, physical precision, and expressive stage presence.

Students develop the technical skills and performance qualities necessary for both classical and commercial jazz styles, building a strong base that enhances versatility across dance genres.

Class Structure Includes:
• Aerobic warm-up and jazz isolations
• Center floor movement studies
• Across-the-floor progressions
• Stretch and flexibility training
• Turns, leaps, and pirouette development
• Core strength and leg extension conditioning
Through this curriculum, dancers enhance their stamina, coordination, and personal style while establishing proper form and technique.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior dance training
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is a core requirement of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Flesh-tone tights
• Nude jazz shoes
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black jazz pants
• Black crew socks
• Black jazz shoes
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II- Pointe
YP Pointe

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

YP Pointe is an advanced 60-minute ballet technique class designed for dancers who have successfully completed YP Pre-Pointe or have been placed through faculty assessment. This course provides focused training in classical pointe technique, with an emphasis on safety, strength, and artistic development while dancing en pointe.

Students will work through structured barre and center combinations that develop balance, coordination, and precision. The curriculum also includes coaching on safe pointe practices, turning mechanics, and performance artistry to support confident and expressive dancing.

Class Objectives:
• Strengthen pointe technique through barre and center exercises
• Enhance balance, control, and core stability
• Deepen understanding of turning mechanics and safe pointe practices
• Cultivate artistry and performance readiness

Skills Developed:
• Technical proficiency en pointe (rises, turns, balances)
• Muscular control and injury prevention strategies
• Alignment and ankle stability
• Confidence in classical performance execution

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP Pre-Pointe or placement by faculty assessment

This course is a required component for students in the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division who are advancing in classical ballet and pointe training.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Pink alignment belt
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet tights
• Flesh-tone or pink pointe shoes
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Pre Pointe
YP Pre-Pointe

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

YP Pre-Pointe is a specialized 60-minute ballet technique class designed to prepare dancers for the physical demands and technical precision required for future pointe work. This course focuses on strengthening the feet, ankles, legs, and core while refining alignment, balance, and control through structured barre and center exercises.

Students will gain a deeper understanding of pointe readiness through ballet-specific conditioning and anatomical awareness, with emphasis on safe, gradual progression. The class also includes an introduction to pointe shoe anatomy, care, and sewing basics.

Class Objectives:
• Build strength and stability in feet, ankles, and legs
• Refine core alignment and posture
• Improve articulation, balance, and control
• Introduce pointe shoe education and readiness evaluation

Topics Explored:
• Proper foot alignment and weight distribution
• Conditioning and flexibility techniques
• Safe progression to pointe
• Introduction to pointe shoe fitting and maintenance

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP II Ballet or placement by faculty assessment
This course is a required component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division and is essential for dancers pursuing future pointe work.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Pink alignment belt
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet tights
• Flesh-tone or pink pre-pointe shoes
Tuesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - Jazz
YP II – Jazz

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

YP II Jazz is a fast-paced, technique-driven 60-minute class designed for intermediate to advanced-level dancers who have successfully completed YP I or placed through faculty assessment. This class expands on foundational jazz techniques with greater emphasis on performance quality, technical control, and stylistic versatility.

Dancers will be challenged to refine their execution, expand their movement vocabulary, and adapt to a range of jazz idioms, all while building confidence and stage presence.

Class Structure Includes:
• Advanced warm-up sequences and isolations
• Center floor drills focused on power, precision, and control
• Complex across-the-floor progressions
• Strength, flexibility, and endurance conditioning
• Advanced turns, leaps, and pirouettes
• Introduction to jazz sub-genres including lyrical, funk, and musical theater

YP II dancers are expected to demonstrate maturity in their movement choices, musical interpretation, and performance dynamics. This course prepares students for both concert dance opportunities and commercial performance settings.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I Jazz or
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is a required component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Flesh-tone tights
• Nude jazz shoes
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black jazz pants
• Black crew socks
• Black jazz shoes
Tuesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Leaps & Turns
YP I – Leaps & Turns

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP I Leaps & Turns is a focused 45-minute technical training class designed for advanced beginner to intermediate-level dancers. This class emphasizes the development of clean, controlled leaps and turn sequences rooted in jazz technique, helping dancers improve execution, strength, and coordination.

Through targeted drills and structured progressions, students refine their alignment, gain confidence in dynamic movement, and build the foundational skills needed for performance and choreography across multiple dance styles.

Class Focus Includes:
• Aerobic warm-up and conditioning
• Core strength and stability for balance and control
• Proper use of plié and landing mechanics for safe jumping
• Foot and ankle strengthening for turns and pirouettes
• Flexibility training to enhance full-body extension
• Drills for jetés, pirouettes, and leap combinations

Dancers build stamina, precision, and musicality while developing individual expression and technical clarity.
Enrollment Requirements:
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior dance training
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is part of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division curriculum and supports progression in all performance-based classes.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Flesh-tone tights
• Nude jazz shoes
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black jazz pants
• Black crew socks
• Black jazz shoes
Tuesday
7:30 PM to 8:15 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - Ballroom
YP II – Ballroom

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP II Ballroom is an intermediate 45-minute course designed for dancers who have completed foundational ballroom training and are ready to advance their technique and performance quality. This class deepens the study of classic ballroom styles—Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Rumba, Cha-Cha, and Samba—through intricate footwork, refined partner dynamics, and expressive movement.

Students will enhance their stylistic nuance, musical interpretation, and spatial precision while developing the skills necessary for choreographic adaptation and stage or competition readiness.

Key Focus Areas:
• Advanced partner connection and fluid transitions
• Refined lead and follow techniques
• Rotational patterns, directional changes, and traveling sequences
• Expressive performance, posture, and ballroom style presentation
• Introduction to performance and competitive ballroom choreography

This course fosters grace, discipline, and versatility while preparing dancers to perform confidently in both theatrical and competitive ballroom settings.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I Ballroom or placement by faculty assessment
• Concurrent enrollment in Ballet is required

YP II Ballroom is a core component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division and is highly recommended for students pursuing excellence in commercial, collegiate, and concert dance settings.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black character shoes
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black jazz pants
• Black crew socks
• Black jazz shoes
Tuesday
7:30 PM to 8:15 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Ballroom
YP I – Ballroom

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP I Ballroom is an engaging, introductory 45-minute partner dance class designed for advanced beginner dancers. This course introduces the foundational principles of ballroom technique, with an emphasis on posture, rhythm, spatial awareness, and lead-and-follow coordination.

Students will explore classic ballroom styles such as the Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Rumba, and Cha-Cha. Through both solo and partnered exercises, dancers will develop timing, musical interpretation, and the collaborative skills essential for confident and polished social dance performance.

Key Focus Areas:
• Fundamental ballroom footwork and technique
• Partner connection, frame, and directional movement
• Musicality, rhythm, and timing across styles
• Social dance etiquette and floor awareness

This class fosters teamwork, confidence, and stage presence in a structured, supportive environment—making it an ideal addition to any dancer's technical foundation.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior dance training
• Placement by faculty assessment
• Concurrent enrollment in Ballet is recommended

This course is a core component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division and is highly recommended for students pursuing versatility in commercial, collegiate, or competitive performance.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black character shoes
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black jazz pants
• Black crew socks
• Black jazz shoes
Tuesday
8:15 PM to 9:00 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - African
YP II – African

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP II African is a culturally immersive, advanced intermediate-level class designed for students who have completed foundational training in traditional West African dance. This 45-minute course deepens students’ engagement with diasporic movement traditions through complex choreography, heightened physicality, and culturally grounded performance techniques.

Building on the principles established in YP I, this class emphasizes stamina, spatial awareness, improvisation, and storytelling through movement. Students refine their rhythmic interpretation, dynamic control, and expressive range while exploring the deeper cultural context of each dance.

Class Elements Include:
• Advanced footwork and polyrhythmic phrasing
• Layered coordination of torso, pelvis, and arms
• Improvisation and structured call-and-response
• Interpretive performance grounded in cultural themes
• Live drumming integration for enhanced musicality and energy

This course fosters a deeper understanding of African dance aesthetics and prepares students for professional work in culturally rooted concert choreography and commercial performance.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I African or placement by faculty assessment
• Concurrent enrollment in Ballet and Horton

This course is a core requirement of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division and is mandatory for all TMJSOD Company members.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• African lapa wrap
• Barefoot (no shoes or socks)
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• African dance pants
• Barefoot (no shoes or socks)

Tuesday
8:15 PM to 9:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - African
YP I – African

Professional Division | 30 Minutes

YP I African is a culturally rich, technique-based 45-minute class designed for advanced beginner to intermediate-level dancers. Rooted in the traditions of West African dance, this course introduces students to the foundational principles of diasporic movement, rhythm, and communal expression.

Dancers will engage in full-bodied, grounded movement that emphasizes rhythmic precision, expressive articulation of the spine, pelvis, and torso, and deep connection to cultural meaning. Accompanied by live drumming, each class offers an immersive experience that cultivates stamina, strength, and cultural fluency.

Class Elements Include:
• Traditional warm-up and movement breakdown
• Grounded rhythmic phrases and complex footwork
• Expressive hand gestures and full-body coordination
• Community dance circles celebrating unity and joy

This high-energy course promotes physical conditioning, musicality, and respect for the heritage and artistic integrity of African dance traditions. It also serves as a powerful tool for connecting students to the history, storytelling, and collective spirit embedded in each movement.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is a core requirement of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division and is mandatory for all TMJSOD Company members.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• African lapa wrap
• Barefoot (no shoes or socks)

Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• African dance pants
• Barefoot (no shoes or socks)

Tuesday
9:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - Leaps & Turns
YP II – Leaps & Turns

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP II Leaps & Turns is an advanced intermediate-level technical workshop designed for dancers who are ready to refine and expand their leap and turn vocabulary. Building upon the foundational skills developed in YP I, this 45-minute class introduces more complex combinations, directional changes, and enhanced performance dynamics.

Students will deepen their control, elevation, and consistency across both jazz and contemporary movement patterns—preparing them for high-level choreography, competitive settings, and concert performance.

Class Focus Includes:
• Dynamic warm-up and core activation
• Advanced turning progressions: pirouettes, fouettés, a la seconde turns
• Complex leap sequences: switch leaps, calypsos, tilt jumps
• Airborne transitions and directional changes
• Strength, alignment, and flexibility to support elevation and control
• Performance quality and expressive execution in technical phrases

Dancers are expected to demonstrate maturity, adaptability, and polish in their movement while pushing toward greater versatility and power.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I – Leaps & Turns or
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is part of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division curriculum and supports progression in all performance-based classes.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Flesh-tone tights
• Nude jazz shoes
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black jazz pants
• Black crew socks
• Black jazz shoes
Tuesday
9:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - PBT
YP I – Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT)

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

YP I PBT is a structured 60-minute conditioning class tailored for advanced beginner dancers, following the internationally acclaimed Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) curriculum. This innovative program uses ballet-specific, muscle memory–based training to strengthen the core, improve alignment, increase flexibility, and support technical control across all dance disciplines.

This class plays a vital role in enhancing overall technique, supporting injury prevention, and developing postural awareness. It also serves as an effective tool for injury rehabilitation and body conditioning.

Class Objectives:
• Strengthen core stability and muscular control
• Improve posture, alignment, and weight placement
• Enhance flexibility, balance, and coordination
• Increase awareness of safe practices and injury prevention

This course is a core requirement for all YP dancers and an essential component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division curriculum.

Required Dance Tools:
• 1 Large Exercise Ball (55cm–65cm based on height)
• 3 Fusion Balls
• 1 Massage Ball
• 10 ft TheraBand
• Yoga Mat

Class Dress Code
Girls & Boys:
• Black leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Black crew socks
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - Contemporary
YP II – Contemporary

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

YP II Contemporary is an expressive and technically rigorous 60-minute class for intermediate to advanced-intermediate dancers who have successfully completed YP I or placed through faculty assessment. This class advances the exploration of contemporary dance by fusing ballet, modern, jazz, and lyrical elements, with a strong focus on fluidity, improvisation, musicality, and emotional storytelling.

Students will deepen their artistic expression, develop nuanced control, and expand their ability to embody diverse choreographic styles with clarity, precision, and performance presence.

Class Structure Includes:
• Elevated aerobic warm-up and conditioning
• Advanced center floor combinations
• Complex across-the-floor progressions
• Strength and flexibility development
• Advanced turns, jumps, and sustained movement phrases
• Improvisation, composition, and guided choreography labs

Students will also engage in performance-based exercises that refine their ability to communicate intention, interpret choreography, and connect with audiences through movement.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I Contemporary
• Or placement through faculty evaluation

This course is a core requirement of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black or nude dance socks
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts or leggings
• Black or nude dance socks
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Contemporary
YP I – Contemporary

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

YP I Contemporary is a dynamic and physically engaging 60-minute class designed for advanced beginner to intermediate-level dancers. This course blends the foundational techniques of ballet, modern, jazz, and lyrical styles to support expressive artistry, technical development, and musical responsiveness.

Dancers will explore the emotional and physical depth of movement while building the strength, agility, and coordination necessary for contemporary performance. Emphasis is placed on individual expression, alignment, and versatility across movement vocabularies.

Class Structure Includes:
• Aerobic warm-up and body conditioning
• Center floor movement studies
• Across-the-floor progressions
• Flexibility and stretch training
• Turns, leaps, and pirouette technique
• Core strengthening and leg extension development

This class fosters technical precision, stamina, and performance presence while encouraging each dancer’s unique movement voice.
Enrollment Requirements:
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior dance training
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is a core requirement of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black or nude dance socks
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts or leggings
• Black or nude dance socks
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - PBT
YP II – Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT)

Professional Division | 60 Minutes

YP II PBT is an advanced 60-minute conditioning and cross-training class that builds upon the foundational work introduced in YP I. Based on the internationally recognized Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) curriculum, this course provides deeper technical refinement through targeted, ballet-specific exercises that reinforce muscle memory, postural alignment, and neuromuscular coordination.

Designed for intermediate to advanced dancers, YP II PBT strengthens the body for the demands of classical technique, pointe work, and sustained performance. The class supports injury prevention, recovery strategies, and performance endurance through integrated conditioning.

Class Objectives:
• Deepen core engagement and pelvic alignment for pointe readiness
• Increase joint stability and support injury recovery
• Improve dynamic control, balance, and spatial awareness
• Build stamina and coordination for long-term performance demands

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I PBT or
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is a core requirement for all YP II dancers and a critical component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division curriculum.

Required Dance Tools:
• 1 Large Exercise Ball (55cm–65cm based on height)
• 3 Fusion Balls
• 1 Massage Ball
• 10 ft TheraBand
• Yoga Mat

Class Dress Code

Girls & Boys:
• Black leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Black crew socks
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Conditioning & Injury Prevention
YP I – Conditioning & Injury Prevention

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP I Conditioning & Injury Prevention is a specialized 45-minute strength and conditioning class designed for advanced beginner dancers. This course focuses on developing the physical foundation necessary for safe, efficient, and sustainable movement across all dance disciplines.

Through targeted exercises and mindful movement practices, students improve core strength, flexibility, alignment, and coordination. The class emphasizes technique-based conditioning and injury prevention strategies to support long-term dancer wellness and performance readiness.

Key Focus Areas:
• Core strengthening and muscular control
• Functional flexibility and joint mobility
• Safe stretching and recovery methods
• Postural alignment and balance training
• Body maintenance and self-massage techniques
• Injury prevention through proper biomechanics

Enrollment Requirements:
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior dance training
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is a required component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division and supports student progression in all performance-based technique classes.

Class Dress Code
Girls & Boys:
• Black leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Black crew socks
Wednesday
7:30 PM to 8:15 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - Tap
YP I – Tap

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP I Tap is a high-energy, rhythm-focused 45-minute technique class designed for advanced beginner dancers. This course introduces foundational tap vocabulary and musicality, emphasizing clarity of sound, percussive coordination, and expressive movement through dynamic footwork.
Students will explore the relationship between movement and music, developing both technical accuracy and creative confidence.

Class Focus Includes:
• Basic to intermediate rhythm patterns and syncopation
• Weight shifts, timing, and coordination drills
• Tap combinations across the floor
• Musical phrasing, improvisation, and rhythmic storytelling

This class provides a solid technical and musical foundation, preparing students for more advanced rhythmic structures and performance in YP II Tap.
Enrollment Requirements:
• Concurrent enrollment in Ballet and Horton classes
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior dance training
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is part of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division curriculum and is highly recommended for dancers seeking versatility in concert and commercial performance.
Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black crew socks
• Black tap shoes
Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts or pants
• Black crew socks
• Black tap shoes
Wednesday
7:30 PM to 8:15 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Hip Hop
YP I – Hip-Hop

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP I Hip-Hop is an electrifying, culturally grounded 45-minute class that introduces advanced beginner to intermediate dancers to the foundational elements of urban street dance. Rooted in the rich history of hip-hop culture, this high-energy course explores the genre’s influence on pop culture and commercial dance while fostering individuality, musicality, and performance presence.

Students will build coordination, control, and style through movement inspired by old-school grooves, freestyle techniques, and contemporary choreography. The class emphasizes authentic expression and cultural awareness, creating space for each dancer to explore their unique voice within the hip-hop genre.

Class Focus Includes:
• Old-school hip-hop foundations and social grooves
• Musicality and rhythmic interpretation
• Freestyle basics and improvisational skills
• Contemporary choreography and performance execution
• Cultural context and the evolution of hip-hop as an art form

Prerequisites:
• Enrollment in at least one Ballet class
• Prior dance training recommended
• Placement by faculty assessment (if applicable)

This course is part of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division curriculum and is ideal for students seeking versatility across both concert and commercial dance genres.

Class Dress Code

Girls & Boys:
• Free dress (must be movement-appropriate)
• Skid-free sneakers
Wednesday
8:15 PM to 9:00 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - Conditioning & Injury Prevention
YP II – Conditioning & Injury Prevention

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP II Conditioning & Injury Prevention is an intensive 45-minute training course designed for intermediate to advanced-intermediate dancers. Building upon the foundation established in YP I, this class emphasizes cross-training, advanced conditioning, and anatomical precision to support physical longevity and high-level performance.

Students will engage in a rigorous curriculum that integrates stability work, resistance training, and recovery techniques tailored to the physical demands of pre-professional dance training. The course promotes injury prevention, body awareness, and functional strength to meet the expectations of challenging choreography and performance schedules.

Key Focus Areas:
• Advanced core and pelvic stability
• Dance-specific strength and resistance conditioning
• Fascia release and mobility protocols
• Recovery strategies for high-impact movement
• Technique-based movement analysis
• Personalized maintenance routines for sustained performance

Enrollment Requirements:
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior dance training
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is a required component of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division and supports student growth across all technique and performance classes.

Class Dress Code
Girls & Boys:
• Black leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Black crew socks
Wednesday
8:15 PM to 9:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP I - Tap
YP I – Tap

Professional Division | 45 Minutes

YP I Tap is a high-energy, rhythm-focused 45-minute technique class designed for advanced beginner dancers. This course introduces foundational tap vocabulary and musicality, emphasizing clarity of sound, percussive coordination, and expressive movement through dynamic footwork.

Students will explore the relationship between movement and music, developing both technical accuracy and creative confidence.
Class Focus Includes:
• Basic to intermediate rhythm patterns and syncopation
• Weight shifts, timing, and coordination drills
• Tap combinations across the floor
• Musical phrasing, improvisation, and rhythmic storytelling

This class provides a solid technical and musical foundation, preparing students for more advanced rhythmic structures and performance in YP II Tap.

Enrollment Requirements:
• Concurrent enrollment in Ballet and Horton classes
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior dance training
• Placement by faculty assessment

This course is part of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division curriculum and is highly recommended for dancers seeking versatility in concert and commercial performance.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Black leotard
• Black leggings
• Black crew socks
• Black tap shoes

Boys:
• Black leotard or fitted shirt
• Black dance shorts or pants
• Black crew socks
• Black tap shoes
Wednesday
9:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
YP II - Hip Hop
YP II – Hip-Hop

Professional Division | 30 Minutes

YP II Hip-Hop is an advanced 30-minute class designed for intermediate to advanced dancers who have completed YP I or placed through faculty assessment. This course challenges students to refine their hip-hop technique, musicality, and performance versatility while deepening their understanding of the genre’s cultural significance and commercial impact.

Dancers will explore a broad range of hip-hop styles—from foundational grooves to current commercial choreography—with an emphasis on individuality, precision, and professional stage presence. The class includes freestyle development, choreography labs, and performance-based drills that prepare students for industry, collegiate, and competitive opportunities.

Class Elements Include:
• Advanced isolations, grooves, and footwork patterns
• Choreography retention, execution, and stage dynamics
• Musical phrasing, freestyle creativity, and timing
• Historical context and the evolution of hip-hop culture
• Character development and performance authenticity

Enrollment Requirements:
• Successful completion of YP I Hip-Hop or placement by faculty assessment
• Concurrent enrollment in at least one Ballet class

This course is a core part of the TMJ School of Dance Professional Division curriculum and is highly recommended for dancers seeking success in commercial, collegiate, and competitive performance arenas.

Class Dress Code

Girls & Boys:
• Free dress (comfortable, movement-appropriate attire)
• Skid-free sneakers
Wednesday
9:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
Creative Movement
Creative Movement

Early Childhood Division-Saturday School | 45 minutes

Creative Movement is a joyful and engaging 45-minute class designed for babies and toddlers ages 1.5 to 3 years old, accompanied by a parent or adult guardian. This introductory class promotes early childhood development through music, movement, and imaginative play, encouraging motor skill growth, social-emotional connection, and self-expression.

Each session explores:
• Basic rhythm and body awareness
• Coordination through guided movement
• Sensory play and interactive songs
• Safe exploration of space and movement patterns

The presence of a participating adult ensures comfort, focus, and emotional support, making it a positive first experience in a structured class environment. Creative Movement provides a foundation for lifelong learning and sets the stage for future dance training.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Pink leotard
• Flesh-tone tights
• White crew socks
Boys:
• White leotard
• Black dance shorts
• White crew socks
Saturday
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Primary Ballet - Acro Combo (D)
Primary Ballet–Acro Combo

For dancers ages 3–7 | 60 Minutes

The Primary Ballet–Acro Combo is a fun, high-energy 60-minute class designed to introduce young dancers to the foundational elements of both classical ballet and acrobatics. Perfect for ages 3–7, this class supports early development in coordination, balance, strength, and flexibility through an engaging blend of structured technique and creative movement.

Dancers will learn basic ballet positions, posture, and classroom etiquette alongside age-appropriate tumbling and floor work. Emphasis is placed on body awareness, motor skill development, and confidence-building in a supportive, playful environment.

This course serves as a core requirement within the Open Division and must be taken in order to enroll in any additional Open Division classes.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Pink leotard
• White alignment belt
• Flesh-tone tights
• White crew socks
• White ballet shoes
Boys:
• White leotard
• Black dance shorts
• White crew socks
• White ballet shoes
Saturday
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
Jr. Open - Acro
Open Junior Acrobatics

Open Division – Saturday School | Ages 8–12 | 60 Minutes

Open Junior Acrobatics is a foundational 60-minute class designed for students ages 8–12 with novice to advanced beginner experience in acrobatics. This course introduces essential acrobatic skills and conditioning exercises that promote strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination.

Students will explore the fundamentals of floor-based acrobatics while developing body awareness, confidence, and control. The class is structured to build a strong technical base in a safe, supportive, and engaging environment.

Class Focus Includes:
• Forward and backward rolls
• Handstands and cartwheels
• Bridge work and introductory walkovers
• Beginning aerial drills and safe spotting techniques

This class is ideal for students preparing to transition into the Young Professionals (YP) level acrobatics program, with an emphasis on proper alignment, progressive skill-building, and injury prevention.

Enrollment Requirement:
• Must be concurrently enrolled in Open Junior Ballet

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Light blue leotard
• White alignment belt
• Flesh-tone tights
• White crew socks (no shoes)
Boys:
• Light blue leotard or fitted shirt
• Navy dance shorts
• White crew socks (no shoes)
Saturday
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
Primary Tap - Jazz Combo (D)
Primary Jazz–Tap Combo

For dancers ages 3–7 | 60 Minutes

The Primary Jazz–Tap Combo is a lively, 60-minute class that introduces young dancers to the exciting styles of jazz and tap. Designed to build rhythm, coordination, and musicality, this class encourages creative expression while laying a strong technical foundation.
In the jazz portion, students explore upbeat movement sequences that develop body awareness, timing, and stage presence. The tap portion focuses on introductory footwork, sound clarity, and rhythmic exploration—helping dancers connect movement to music with energy and precision.

This fun and engaging combo class supports confidence, creativity, and physical control in a nurturing, age-appropriate setting.

Enrollment Requirement:
• Must be concurrently enrolled in Primary Ballet–Acro Combo

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Pink leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Flesh-tone tights
• Nude jazz shoes
• Black tap shoes
Boys:
• White leotard
• Black dance shorts
• Black socks
• Black jazz shoes
• Black tap shoes
Saturday
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Boys Ninja
Boys Ninja

Open Division-Saturday School | Ages 5–12 | 60 minutes | Novice to Advanced Beginner
Boys Ninja is an action-packed, open-level acrobatics and conditioning class designed specifically for boys ages 5 to 12. This 60-minute session introduces foundational acro techniques and body-weight exercises that promote strength, agility, coordination, and confidence in a supportive, boys-only environment.

Through tumbling drills, partner work, and flexibility training, students will improve:
• Core strength and balance
• Body control and coordination
• Spatial awareness and flexibility
• Discipline and focus through movement

This class supports the physical development of young male dancers and athletes, creating a space where boys can thrive, build camaraderie, and explore movement in a high-energy setting.

Class Dress Code
• Navy or Light Blue Leotard
• Navy Dance Shorts
• Barefoot (no socks or shoes)
Saturday
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Studio TBD
Alpha Midway Studios
Jr. Open - Ballet
Open Junior Ballet

Open Division – Saturday School | Ages 8–12 | 60 Minutes

Open Junior Ballet is a 60-minute foundational class designed for students ages 8–12 with novice to advanced beginner experience in classical ballet. This course introduces young dancers to the essential elements of ballet technique, vocabulary, and musicality while fostering grace, coordination, and self-discipline.

Through a structured and developmentally appropriate approach, students will:
• Learn fundamental barre and center exercises
• Develop correct posture, turnout, and alignment
• Build strength, flexibility, and body awareness
• Gain exposure to classical music and ballet class etiquette

Taught in a supportive and inclusive environment, this class helps dancers build confidence and a solid technical foundation that supports growth in all styles of dance.

Enrollment Requirement:
• This course is a core requirement within the Open Division and must be taken in order to enroll in any additional Open Division classes.

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Light blue leotard
• White alignment belt
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet tights
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet shoes
Boys:
• Light blue leotard or fitted shirt
• Navy dance shorts
• White crew socks
• White ballet shoes
Saturday
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios
Teen Open - Jazz
Saturday
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Boys Tap
Boys Only Tap

Open Division- Saturday School | Ages 5–12 | 60 minutes | Novice to Advanced Beginner

Boys Only Tap is a high-energy, rhythm-focused 60-minute technique class designed exclusively for boys ages 5 to 12. In this dynamic class, students receive expert instruction in mastering tap fundamentals—including precise footwork patterns, clear sound articulation, and personal style development.

Through structured exercises and fun choreography, dancers will:
• Build musicality and timing
• Improve coordination and body control
• Explore improvisation and rhythmic creativity
• Gain confidence in performance and sound clarity

This boys-only environment encourages freedom of expression and fosters camaraderie, allowing students to thrive and grow in their tap journey.

Dress Code
• Navy or Light Blue Leotard or Navy T-Shirt
• Navy Sweatpants or Dance Shorts
• Black Tap Shoes
Saturday
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio TBD
Alpha Midway Studios
Jr. Open - Jazz
Open Junior Jazz

Open Division – Saturday School | Ages 8–12 | 60 Minutes

Open Junior Jazz is an upbeat, high-energy 60-minute class designed for students ages 8–12 at the novice to advanced beginner level. This class introduces dancers to the dynamic world of jazz through foundational technique, expressive movement, and performance-based training.

Students will develop confidence, physical control, and musicality through a progressive curriculum that blends classical jazz elements with fun, age-appropriate choreography.

Class Focus Includes:
• Strength, flexibility, and coordination building
• Jazz fundamentals: kicks, turns, leaps, and isolations
• Rhythm, musicality, and dynamic body alignment
• Confidence and personal style through choreography and performance

Each session includes a warm-up, technical drills, across-the-floor progressions, and performance combinations to help students strengthen both their technique and stage presence.

Enrollment Requirement:
• Must be concurrently enrolled in Open Junior Ballet

Class Dress Code
Girls:
• Light blue leotard
• Navy leggings
• Nude jazz shoes
Boys:
• Light blue leotard or fitted shirt
• Navy dance shorts
• White crew socks
• Nude jazz shoes
Saturday
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 4
Alpha Midway Studios
Teen Open - Ballet
Open Teen Ballet

Open Division – Saturday School | Ages 13–17 | 60 Minutes

Open Teen Ballet is a supportive and enriching 60-minute class designed for teens ages 13–17 with novice to advanced beginner experience in classical ballet. Ideal for students beginning ballet at a later age or returning after time away, this course offers structured, age-appropriate instruction that builds confidence and foundational technique.

Through progressive training, students will:
• Strengthen ballet fundamentals through barre and center work
• Improve posture, balance, and overall body alignment
• Enhance coordination, musicality, and grace
• Build familiarity with ballet class structure, terminology, and etiquette

This class provides a welcoming environment for teen dancers to grow at their own pace while laying a solid foundation for more advanced ballet training.

Enrollment Requirement:
• This course is a core requirement within the Open Division and must be taken to enroll in any additional Open Division classes.

Class Dress Code

Girls:
• Navy blue leotard
• Pink alignment belt
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet tights
• Flesh-tone or pink ballet shoes
Boys:
• Navy blue leotard or fitted shirt
• Navy dance shorts
• White crew socks
• White ballet shoes
Saturday
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 5
Alpha Midway Studios