Fall 2026

Name
Days
Location
Ballet 2 ages 9-14 Monday
Perfect for 2nd year+ ballet students . Building Foundations and Confidence
Focuses on establishing fundamental technique, developing body awareness, and introducing basic ballet vocabulary in a supportive environment. Dancers begin to understand alignment, posture, and musicality, forming the building blocks for more complex movement. Dancers work on strength, coordination, and increasingly complex movement patterns at the barre and in center.
Monday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Ballet 4
Advancing Technique and Artistry
Deepens technical proficiency and expression while introducing intermediate vocabulary and more complex combinations. Emphasis is placed on clean alignment, refined coordination, and preparation for pointe work. For ages 12+ or by faculty approval; 2x/week required.
4+ years ballet training
Monday
4:15 PM to 5:30 PM
Annex
Danswest
Preschool Tap/Ballet Mon. Ages 2.5-4
**Preschool Ballet & Tap**
Our preschool dancers will build social, motor, listening, and classroom skills while learning their very first ballet and tap steps in a fun and encouraging environment.

Students must be at least 2½ years old by August 1 and should be potty trained. Ballet shoes and patent leather tap shoes are required.
Monday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Tap 1 ages 9-14
**Tap 1**
One of our most popular classes! Dancers will learn how to make music with their feet while building rhythm, coordination, musicality, and clarity of sound. This entry-level class is ideal for dancers with 0–1 year of recent tap experience, as well as students aging up from Mini Tap 2 who are turning 9.

Students will learn foundational tap vocabulary while developing timing, balance, speed, improvisation, and proper technique. Exercises emphasize relaxed knees and ankles to help dancers create clear, controlled sounds.

Full-sole, lace-up tap shoes are required.
Monday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Mini Acro Ages 6-8
Mini Acrobatics
An introductory acrobatics class designed for young dancers to build strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination. Following the Acrobatic Arts curriculum, students will safely learn foundational skills such as rolls, bridges, cartwheels, and basic balances in a fun and encouraging environment.
Monday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Acrobatics 3/4 Monday Aged 6+
Intermediate class. Prerequisite: Back bend, Cartwheel on the right and left side, Handstand straight on the right and left side. MUST be taking a concurrently with a jazz or ballet class appropriate level for the dancer.
Monday
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Jazz 1 Ages 9-14
**Jazz 1**
This beginner-level jazz class introduces foundational technique, flexibility, musicality, and choreography through fun, upbeat movement combinations. Dancers will build coordination, confidence, style, and a strong understanding of basic jazz vocabulary.

Designed for beginning dancers with 0–2 years of recent jazz experience.
Monday
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Tap 2
Faster paced beginning class for students with 1-2+ full years of recent tap experience. Class will build on the basic vocabulary learned in Intro to tap while introducing new patterns and phrasing. Coordination, balance, musicality, and confidence will be improved through fun and engaging exercises.
Monday
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Mini Pom and Cheer Mon.
Mini pom and cheer focuses on dance skills and visual entertainment with pom-poms, while mini cheer introduces the foundational elements of cheerleading, including cheering, and basic jumps adapted for our younger age group. Fun and energetic!
Monday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Stretch and Mobility
STRETCH and MOBILITY

Supplemental class is designed to enhance dancers' flexibility and joint mobility through a blend of Pilates, yoga, and physical therapy inspired targeted exercises. This class focuses on creating a stable and proprioceptively aware dancer, ensuring they can move with greater control and precision. Aims to prevent injuries and improve overall performance.

Dancers need to supply their own Yoga Block (2), 1 lb ankle weights(2), & Yoga mat.
Monday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Annex
Danswest
Mini Hip Hop Mon. Ages 6-8
**Mini Hip Hop**
Learn the basics of hip hop, musicality, and coordination in this fun, fast-paced class designed for younger movers. Dancers will build confidence and rhythm through age-appropriate music, movement, and choreography.

Clean sneakers that are not worn outside are required.
Monday
6:15 PM to 7:00 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Acrobatics 5/6 Ages 9+
This intermediate-to-advanced acrobatics class builds strength, control, flexibility, balance, and confidence through progressive skill development. Dancers will work on aerials, walkovers, limbering, balancing skills, and advanced flexibility exercises while following the Acrobatic Arts curriculum.

Prerequisite skills include a Bridge kick over, bridge recovery, Handstand forward roll, Dive roll, and headstand straddle..

Monday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Ballet 4.5/ 5 Monday
**Ballet 4.5/5: Developing Artistry and Performance Strength**
This Intermediate/Advanced-level ballet class offers an in-depth study of technique, musical phrasing, and expressive maturity. Dancers will refine classical vocabulary, strengthen transitional movement, and develop the stamina, confidence, and performance quality required for more advanced training.

Correct technical execution, body alignment, strength, and control are expected as students prepare for or continue pointe work.

Designed for dancers ages 13+ with at least four years of consistent, progressive ballet training. Students should currently be en pointe, be ready to begin pointe work, or have faculty approval.

Enrollment twice per week is required.
Monday
6:30 PM to 7:45 PM
Annex
Danswest
Broadway Tap Jr. ages 8-14
Broadway Tap Jr.

An intermediate, choreography-based tap class that explores the theatrical side of tap dance. Dancers should expect to learn a new combination each class while developing performance quality, musicality, style, and confidence.

Recommended for dancers enrolled in Tap Level 2 or above. Students must also take a concurrent Tap Level 2+ technique class.
Monday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Jazz Technique 4
Jazz 4

This intermediate jazz technique class builds on foundational skills through increasingly complex combinations and movement patterns. Dancers will focus on proper technique, style, presentation, musicality, and an expanded jazz vocabulary.

Designed for dancers with at least three years of recent, consistent, and progressive jazz training. Concurrent enrollment in Ballet Level 4 or above is required.
Monday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Broadway Tap Level 4+
**Broadway Tap**
This intermediate-to-advanced choreography-based class explores the theatrical style of tap seen on Broadway, in film, and in musical theater. Choreography, stylization, performance quality, and musicality are the primary focus, with dancers learning a new combination each week.

Designed for dancers in Tap Level 4 or above with at least four years of recent, progressive tap training. Concurrent enrollment in an additional Tap Level 4+ technique class is required.
Monday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Pointe B Monday
POINTE B - Beginning level pointe class for students with 1+ years of pointe experience. Must take ballet
2x a week in addition to pointe. (Faculty approval required)
Monday
7:45 PM to 8:30 PM
Annex
Danswest
Preschool Tap/ Ballet Tues.Ages 2.5-4
**Preschool Ballet & Tap**
Our preschool dancers will build social, motor, listening, and classroom skills while learning their very first ballet and tap steps in a fun and encouraging environment.

Students must be at least 2½ years old by August 1 and should be potty trained. Ballet shoes and patent leather tap shoes are required.
Tuesday
3:15 PM to 4:15 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Jazz Technique 6/7/8
**Jazz 6/7/8**
This advanced jazz technique class challenges dancers to demonstrate strong placement, strength, flexibility, control, musicality, and performance quality. Students will work with advanced vocabulary and complex choreography while developing the ability to learn combinations quickly and perform them with confidence, style, and technical understanding.

Designed for dancers with at least six years of recent, progressive jazz training. Concurrent enrollment in Ballet Level 6/7/8 is required.
Tuesday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Tap Technique 5
**Tap 5**
This high-intermediate tap class focuses on progressive footwork patterns, syncopation, dynamics, clarity of sound, speed, and musicality. Dancers will expand their vocabulary while developing greater control, precision, and rhythmic complexity.

Requires at least four years of recent, continuous tap training or faculty approval.
Tuesday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Kinder Tap/Ballet/Acro Ages 4.5-6
**Kinder Ballet, Tap & Acro**

This energetic 90-minute combination class introduces young dancers to the foundations of ballet, tap, and acrobatics. Through fun, age-appropriate choreography and technique, students will develop rhythm, coordination, strength, flexibility, and confidence while exploring three exciting dance styles.

Ballet shoes and tap shoes are required.
Tuesday
4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Prepointe
PRE-POINTE - For dancers aged 9.5+ as a preparation to go on pointe or overall foot strength.
Must take 2x ballet a week. Dancers will need to supply their own towel, tennis ball, water bottle.
Tuesday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Annex
Danswest
Ballet 3 Ages 9+
This class is preparing students who are at level 3 and moving toward prepointe and bridges the training gap
Ballet 3 – Strengthening Technique and Expanding Vocabulary
Designed for dancers with at least 3 years of serious study, emphasizes correct body alignment and technical execution while expanding ballet vocabulary. Dancers work on strength, coordination, and increasingly complex movement patterns. 2 classes per week are required; ages 9+ or by faculty approval.
Tu 5:15 PM-6:30 PM
Annex
Danswest
Contemporary Dance 5/6/7/8
Contemporary dance draws inspiration from a wide range of dance forms, including ballet, modern, jazz, allowing for a unique and diverse movement vocabulary. Dancers will learn intricate choreography through technique, driven exploration and artistry . Requires previous contemporary experience and Level 5+ jazz/ballet experience

Tuesday
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Leaps and Turns
Learn and improve jump and turn technique while introducing new concepts and challenges .Requires Level 4 + Jazz
Tuesday
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Absolute Beginning Tap Teen/Adult
Learning basic tap vocabulary with proper technique while improving balance, musicality, and coordination. And it is fun !
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Adv. Beginning Tap Teen/Adult
For beginning tap dancers with 1+ years experience equipped with basic tap fundamentals with increased complexity, focusing on rhythms, clarity and fun combos
Tuesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Jazz Technique 4.5/5/6
High intermediate class combining jazz basics into new complex combinations. Continuing to work on proper technique, , style and presentation. Requires 4+ years of jazz training. Must take concurrent ballet class level 4.5/5
Tuesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Musical Theater Jazz
Put jazz technique into practice while learning dances to popular Broadway shows. Not an entry level class. Must have 1-2 years of jazz experience and Must take a concurrent jazz class level 2+
Tuesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Ballet 6/7/8 Tuesday
Ballet 6/7/8 -
An advanced intermediate class offering full barre, center, and across-the-floor work with increased complexity and musicality. Emphasis is placed on dynamic movement, precision, and performance quality. Focus on refined technique, nuanced articulation, and artistic expression through challenging combinations and technical execution. Students are expected to demonstrate maturity, control, and commitment

Refinement and Pre-Professional Preparation
Focuses on refining technique, épaulement, and expressive port de bras through advanced enchainements and detailed artistry. Dancers work toward challenging choreography and performance-focused training.; 2x/week required.
Ages 14+ with 5+ years of formal training or by faculty approval.

Tuesday
6:45 PM to 8:00 PM
Annex
Danswest
Beg/Int Teen/Adult Ballet Tuesday
Ballet class for those with 0-2 years of ballet experience, or for those wanting to return to ballet after a long absence. Students are taught proper body placement and alignment, barre and center floor work, along with across the floor combinations. A great class for improving strength, balance, and flexibility, learn choreography in a supportive setting. Dress code for students- form fitting top, leggings, or leotard and tights with shorts acceptable for this class
Tuesday
7:00 PM to 8:15 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Beginning Voice age 9+
Voice for beginners will focus on mastering core techniques like proper posture, diaphragmatic breathing, and simple vocal warm-ups, breathing exercises, and songs to practice technique. Whether you are new to voice or want to hone your vocal skills, this is for you !
Tuesday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Contemporary Dance 3/4/5
Contemporary dance draws inspiration from a wide range of dance forms, including ballet, modern, jazz, allowing for a unique and diverse movement vocabulary. and encourages dancers to explore their own movement styles and emotional interpretations, making each performance unique. Level 3/4/5 jazz/ballet experience

Tuesday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Intermediate/Adv Rhythm Tap
Focus will be on articulation of dynamic footwork, improvisation, and musicality through choreography. Historical Tap Dance footage will also be studied . For tap dancers in level 4 tap and above. Must have 3+ years of recent tap training and take concurrent tap class (level 4+).
Tuesday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Pointe C/D
Minimum 5-6 years training and have been on pointe minimum of 3 + years. FACULTY APPROVAL REQUIRED. Must be enrolled in minimum 2 ballet classes. intermediate level pointe work at the barre and center, including balancing and simple turns.
Tuesday
8:00 PM to 8:45 PM
Annex
Danswest
Intermediate Adult Tap
Intermediate/advanced tap class. Explores various styles of tap and complex rhythmic patterns and choreography. Faster paced class. MINIMUM 4+ YEARS TAP EXPERIENCE
Wednesday
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Mini Ballet/Jazz 1 Ages 6-8
Mini Ballet & Jazz

Get the best of both worlds in this fun combination class designed for dancers ages 6–8! Ballet and jazz share many complementary skills, allowing dancers to build strong technique while exploring both graceful movement and upbeat, energetic choreography.

Students will develop coordination, flexibility, musicality, confidence, and performance skills while learning the foundations of two styles—all in one class.

Ballet and Jazz shoes are required.
Wednesday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Intermediate Hip Hop ages 8-14
The next step in our hip hop curriculum. Great for students who have at least recent 2+ years in the style of hip hop. Combos will be taught at a faster pace while challenging the dancer's musicality and dynamics. A super fun, high energy class!. Requires sneakers that you do not wear on the street.
Wednesday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Mini Tap 2
**Mini Tap 2**
Musicality, rhythm, and coordination are the focus of this upbeat introductory tap class. Dancers will continue building foundational tap vocabulary, clarity of sound, and confidence through fun, age-appropriate exercises and combinations.

Designed for mini dancers with one+ years of recent tap experience.

Full-sole, lace-up black tap shoes required. Patent leather tap shoes are not permitted.
Wednesday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Pre-Pro Acrobatics
Faculty approval only . Pre-Professional (Pre-Pro): The highest level for advanced dancers mastering advanced aerials (front/back layouts, side aerials), complex contortions, splits, handstands, handsprings, and performing intricate, artistic routines.
Skills: Front/back aerials, handsprings, complex holds (handstands, V-sits), Valdez, advanced partnering. Requires faculty approval.
Focus: Seamless blend of dance technique with acrobatics, demonstrating exceptional strength, balance, muscle control, and flexibility.
Goal: Develop dancers to a professional standard, preparing them for performances, competitions, or company work.

Prerequisites : back handspring, side aerial, handstand walking, walkovers right and left side and all basic and intermediate acrobatic skills. Must test into this class
Faculty approval only. Requires concurrent jazz and ballet classes
Wednesday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Ballet 4
Advancing Technique and Artistry
Deepens technical proficiency and expression while introducing intermediate vocabulary and more complex combinations. Emphasis is placed on clean alignment, refined coordination, and preparation for pointe work. For ages 12+ or by faculty approval; 2x/week required.
4+ years ballet training
Wednesday
4:30 PM to 5:45 PM
Annex
Danswest
Mini Ballet/Jazz Level 2 Ages 6-8
For 2nd and 3rd year students ballet and jazz class progressing on vocabulary and technique from Level 1 . Correct terminology, and center floor exercises will be introduced at an appropriate pace to help the dancers improve their balance, flexibility, focus, and coordination. Must have taken mini ballet and jazz or equivalent for at least one full year
Wednesday
5:15 PM to 6:45 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Mini Tap 1 Ages 6-8
**Mini Tap 1**

This high-energy introductory class helps young dancers develop rhythm, coordination, and musicality through foundational tap vocabulary, exercises, and age-appropriate combinations. A great choice for new mini dancers and students progressing from our kinder-level classes.

Full-sole, lace-up black tap shoes are required. Patent leather tap shoes are not permitted.
Wednesday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Acrobatics 3/4 ages 6+ Wed.
Intermediate class. Prerequisite: Back bend, Cartwheel on the right and left side, Handstand straight on the right and left side. MUST be taking a concurrently with a jazz or ballet class appropriate level for the dancer.
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Advanced Hip Hop Ages 14+
**Advanced Hip Hop**
This fast-paced class is designed for experienced hip hop dancers ready to take on advanced technique, musicality, and choreography. Classes may include a guided warm-up, stretching, conditioning, across-the-floor progressions, freestyle, advanced movement vocabulary, musical phrasing, and performance development.

Dancers are expected to learn complex combinations quickly and perform with confidence, style, control, and expression.

Designed for dancers with at least four years of recent hip hop training or teacher approval.

Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Pointe A
POINTE A - For students entering their first year of pointe. Must take ballet 2x a week in addition to
Pre- Pointe. Dancers will need to supply their own theraband, non-stretch pointe shoe
ribbons, medium towel, tennis ball, sewing kit, toe tape, water bottle. DO NOT purchase pointe shoes until
faculty has advised you to do so. (Faculty approval required).
Wednesday
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
Annex
Danswest
Acrobatics 1/2 ages 8+
For the student with 0-2 years acrobatic experience. Balancing basics and acrobatic vocabulary. Dancers will work to improve flexibility, strength and agility needed to progress in acrobatic and dance. Dancers will learn skills like R/L cartwheels, bridge, elbow stands, back bend. handstand. Students must pass a skills test in order to move to level 3/4.
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Advanced Youth Hip Hop
**Youth Advanced Hip Hop**
This fun, high-energy class is designed for dancers ages 14 and under with at least three years of recent hip hop training. Dancers will learn fast-paced combinations while being challenged to strengthen their musicality, dynamics, performance quality, and personal style.

Students should be prepared to learn choreography quickly and perform with confidence, control, and energy.

No street shoes allowed. Dancers should have a indoor-only pair for dance class.
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Intermediate Adult Tap Wed PM
Intermediate/advanced tap class. Explores various styles of tap and complex rhythmic patterns and choreography. Faster paced class. MINIMUM 4+ YEARS TAP EXPERIENCE
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Ballet 4.5/5
Advancing Technique and Artistry and is a more in depth study of ballet technique .
Deepens technical proficiency and expression while introducing intermediate vocabulary and more complex combinations. Emphasis is placed on clean alignment, refined coordination, and preparation for pointe work. For ages 13+ or by faculty approval; 2x/week required.
4+ years ballet training
Wednesday
6:45 PM to 8:00 PM
Annex
Danswest
Tap Technique 4
Requires 4+ years of tap experience. Intermediate class focusing on fundamental rudiments, combinations, and dynamic footwork. Classes are designed to explore various tap styles, rhythms, and vocabulary at a faster pace.
Wednesday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Pointe B Wednesday
POINTE B - Beginning/intermediate level pointe class for students with 1-2+ years of pointe experience. Must take ballet
2x a week in addition to pointe. (Faculty approval required)
Wednesday
8:00 PM to 8:45 PM
Annex
Danswest
Ballet 1 Ages 9-14
**Ballet 1**
This foundational class introduces dancers to basic ballet vocabulary, movement, and technique while building skills that support many other dance styles. Barre and center-floor exercises focus on proper posture and alignment while developing balance, flexibility, coordination, muscle control, and grace.
Thursday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Jazz 3 Ages 9-14
**Jazz 3**
This faster-paced beginning jazz class is designed for dancers with three to four years of recent, progressive jazz training. Students will continue developing clean technique and proper placement while working on multiple pirouettes, leaps, flexibility, strength, and more complex combinations.

Dancers should demonstrate growing proficiency in jazz vocabulary, style, musicality, and performance quality. Concurrent enrollment in ballet is required for continued advancement.
Thursday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Modern Technique 5/6/7/8
**Advanced Modern**
This advanced modern class deepens dancers’ technical foundation through the exploration of Horton, Graham, and Taylor-based techniques. Students will work with more complex movement concepts while developing strength, control, musicality, spatial awareness, and expressive maturity.

Designed for dancers with at least five years of serious, progressive training in modern, jazz, and ballet. Students should be comfortable with the vocabulary and concepts introduced in beginning and intermediate modern classes before enrolling.

Concurrent ballet or Jazz class required.
Thursday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Tap Technique 4
Requires 4+ years of tap experience. Intermediate class focusing on fundamental rudiments, combinations, and dynamic footwork. Classes are designed to explore various tap styles, rhythms, and vocabulary at a faster pace.
Thursday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Stretch and Mobility
STRETCH and MOBILITY - Supplemental class is designed to enhance dancers' flexibility and joint
mobility through a blend of Pilates, yoga, and physical therapy inspired targeted exercises. This class
focuses on creating a stable and proprioceptively aware dancer, ensuring they can move with greater
control and precision. Aims to prevent injuries and improve overall performance. Dancers need to supply
their own Yoga Block (2), 1 lb ankle weights(2), & Yoga mat.
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Annex
Danswest
Ballet 2 Ages 9-14
Faster paced beginning class that builds on the foundational vocabulary learned in Intro to Ballet , and introduction of new terms and technique. . Great for dancers with 2+ years of recent ballet experience.
Thursday
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Ballet 3 Ages 9+ Thurs
Ballet 3 – Strengthening Technique and Expanding Vocabulary
Designed for dancers with at least 3 years of serious study, emphasizes correct body alignment and technical execution while expanding ballet vocabulary. Dancers work on strength, coordination, and increasingly complex movement patterns. 2 classes per week are required; ages 9+ or by faculty approval.
Thursday
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Annex
Danswest
Modern Technique 4/4.5
Intermediate Modern

This intermediate modern class strengthens dancers’ technical foundation through the exploration of Horton, Graham, and Taylor-based techniques. Students will expand their movement vocabulary while developing strength, control, musicality, spatial awareness, and expressive performance.
Designed for dancers with at least three years of recent training in jazz, and ballet.

Dancers must be enrolled in Ballet Level 4+ or Jazz Level 4+.
Thursday
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Tap Technique 6/7/8 Ages 11+
**Tap 6/7/8**
Our most advanced tap class is designed for dancers with at least six years of recent, progressive tap training. Students will work with complex footwork patterns, syncopation, rudiments, and technical drills while developing greater musicality, dynamics, speed, precision, and articulation.

Dancers should be prepared to learn advanced combinations quickly and improvise while demonstrating strong rhythmic awareness, clarity of sound, control, and performance quality.
Thursday
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Beginning Hip Hop Thurs.. age 9-14
**Beginning Hip Hop**
This fun, high-energy class introduces dancers to the foundations of hip hop, including basic technique, style, rhythm, and musicality. Dancers will build coordination, confidence, and performance skills through upbeat music and age-appropriate choreography.

Designed for beginners and dancers with 0–2 years of recent hip hop experience.

Clean sneakers that are not worn outside the studio are required.
Thursday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Acro Jazz
Intermediate - advanced class. This class will be focused on common tricks and skills found in the competition/collegiate dance world. In this class you will work primarily on aerials, balancing technique, floor leaps, angel jumps, butterflies, and more elite jazz style skills. Must be in ballet/jazz level 4.5+ or by teacher approval.
Thursday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Ballet 6/7/8 Thursday
An advanced intermediate class offering full barre, center, and across-the-floor work with increased complexity and musicality. Emphasis is placed on dynamic movement, precision, and performance quality. Focus on refined technique, nuanced articulation, and artistic expression through challenging combinations and technical execution. Students are expected to demonstrate maturity, control, and commitment
Ages 14+ with 5+ years of formal training or by faculty approval.
2x a week required. Dancers need to also register for Tuesday's class.
Thursday
6:30 PM to 7:45 PM
Annex
Danswest
Intro to Pom Ages 9-14
**Intro to Pom**
This upbeat introductory class teaches foundational pom vocabulary, cadences, sharp and precise movements, basic jumps, and performance skills. Dancers will build coordination, strength, musicality, and confidence while learning high-energy routines. Bring your team spirit!

Designed for dancers with one to two years of recent jazz training.
Thursday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Jazz 2 Ages 9-14
A faster paced beginning class for students with 1-2+ years of recent jazz dance experience. This class will build on the vocabulary learned in Intro to Jazz with a stronger focus on technique, flexibility, and execution. Dancers will build confidence, coordination, and performance skills in this high energy class.
Thursday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Tap 3 ages 9 +
**Tap 3**
This faster-paced beginning tap class is designed for dancers with at least two to three years of recent, continuous tap training. Students will expand their tap vocabulary while developing rhythm, coordination, musicality, clarity of sound, and confidence through progressive exercises and combinations.
Thursday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Adult Jazz Funk
Jazz funk is a hybrid of Hip Hop and Jazz . Jazz Funk borrows a lot of movement from other styles and can be seen in commercial dance. It has fast-paced and quick intricate movements. This style is performance driven, high energy, and fun! Class includes warm up, technique and choreo.
Thursday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Lyrical Jazz 2/3
**Lyrical Jazz 2/3**
This expressive class blends elements of jazz and ballet to tell a story through movement. Dancers will develop musicality, fluidity, emotional expression, and performance quality while learning age-appropriate lyrical choreography.

Concurrent enrollment in Ballet or Jazz Level 2 or higher is required.
Thursday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Pointe C/D
Minimum 3+ years of pointe experience FACULTY APPROVAL REQUIRED. Must be enrolled in minimum 2 ballet classes. intermediate level pointe work at the barre and center, including balancing and simple turns. Developing endurance, artistry, and nimbleness.
Thursday
7:45 PM to 8:30 PM
Annex
Danswest
Beginning Hip Hop Saturday Ages 9-14
**Beginning Hip Hop**
This high-energy class introduces dancers to the foundations of hip hop through fun, age-appropriate music and choreography. Students will develop rhythm, coordination, musicality, confidence, and performance skills while learning basic hip hop vocabulary, grooves, and movement combinations.

No previous hip hop experience is required. Clean sneakers that are not worn outside are required.
Saturday
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Studio 1
Danswest
Preschool Tap/ Ballet Combo Sat. Ages 2.5-4
Preschool Ballet & Tap:
Our preschool dancers will build social, motor, listening, and classroom skills while learning their very first ballet and tap steps in a fun and encouraging environment.

Students must be at least 2½ years old by August 1 and should be potty trained. Ballet shoes and patent leather tap shoes are required.
Saturday
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Studio 4
Danswest
Kinder Tap/Ballet/Acro Ages 4.5-6
**Kinder Ballet, Tap & Acro**
This energetic 90-minute combination class introduces young dancers to the foundations of ballet, tap, and acrobatics. Through fun, age-appropriate choreography and technique, students will develop rhythm, coordination, strength, flexibility, and confidence while exploring three exciting dance styles.

Ballet shoes and tap shoes are required.
Saturday
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Studio 4
Danswest
Mini Hip Hop Sat. Ages 6-8
**Mini Hip Hop**
This fun, high-energy class introduces young dancers to the basics of hip hop through age-appropriate music, movement, and choreography. Students will build rhythm, coordination, musicality, confidence, and performance skills while learning foundational grooves and hip hop vocabulary.

Clean sneakers that are not worn outside are required.
Saturday
10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Studio 1
Danswest
Mini Pom and Cheer Sat.
Mini pom and cheer focuses on dance skills and visual entertainment with pom-poms, while mini cheer introduces the foundational elements of cheerleading, including cheering, and basic jumps adapted for our younger age group. Fun and energetic!
Saturday
10:45 AM to 11:30 AM
Studio 1
Danswest

Casting Auditions 2026

Name
Days
Location
Audition Ages 9-11
We are excited to announce auditions for our competitive dance team, non-competitive performance group, and our infamous Not Your Ordinary Nutcracker! Whether you’re a young dancer just starting out or a seasoned performer, we welcome you to showcase your talent and join our supportive dance community.

Check under "files" for the 2026 Audition Form and Audition schedule (final schedule will be posted the week of the audition)
Friday
4:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Sparkle Squad Audition Ages 4 & 5
Audition for our "SPARKLE SQUAD". A special performance group for our aspiring young dancers aged 4 and 5!

Check under "files" for the 2026 Audition Form and Audition schedule (final schedule will be posted the week of the audition)
Friday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Audition Ages 6-8
We are excited to announce auditions for our competitive dance team, non-competitive performance group, and our infamous Not Your Ordinary Nutcracker! Whether you’re a young dancer just starting out or have several years of experience, we welcome you to showcase your talent and join our supportive dance community.

Check under "files" for the 2026 Audition Form and Audition schedule (final schedule will be posted the week of the audition)
Friday
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Audition Ages 12+
We are excited to announce auditions for our competitive dance team, non-competitive performance group, and our infamous Not Your Ordinary Nutcracker! Whether you’re a young dancer just starting out or a seasoned performer, we welcome you to showcase your talent and join our supportive dance community.

Check under "files" for the 2026 Audition Form and Audition schedule (final schedule will be posted the week of the audition)
Saturday
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Studio 2
Danswest