2025 - 2026 Season
Tap II/III
Tap dance is all about the rhythm. Dancers will use their feet like drumsticks to create rhythms and music as they dance. Beginners will learn the fundamental steps and basic movements, and intermediate and advanced dancers will transform these basics into complex rhythmic choreography. This program emphasizes accurate rhythms, clear sounds and a thorough knowledge of tap terminology.
Tap dance is all about the rhythm. Dancers will use their feet like drumsticks to create rhythms and music as they dance. Beginners will learn the fundamental steps and basic movements, and intermediate and advanced dancers will transform these basics into complex rhythmic choreography. This program emphasizes accurate rhythms, clear sounds and a thorough knowledge of tap terminology.
Monday
3:30 PM to 4:00 PM
3:30 PM to 4:00 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Ballet II
At the Academy of Dance, we urge all students to select ballet as their basic dance form. Whether the student has professional aspirations or is merely dancing for enjoyment, ballet offers the basic discipline and technique necessary to succeed in all other dance forms. We offer ballet classes from levels 1 to Advanced. Our Ballet Instructors will evaluate each dancer and place them where they are best suited.
At the Academy of Dance, we urge all students to select ballet as their basic dance form. Whether the student has professional aspirations or is merely dancing for enjoyment, ballet offers the basic discipline and technique necessary to succeed in all other dance forms. We offer ballet classes from levels 1 to Advanced. Our Ballet Instructors will evaluate each dancer and place them where they are best suited.
Monday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Jazz II/III
Jazz is a form of dance that showcases a dancer’s individual style and originality. This type of dancing is energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, fancy footwork, flexibility, big leaps and quick turns. To excel in jazz, dancers need a strong background in ballet, as it encourages grace and balance. Jazz has become one of the most popular dance styles in recent years, mainly due to its popularity on television, movies and Broadway.
Jazz is a form of dance that showcases a dancer’s individual style and originality. This type of dancing is energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, fancy footwork, flexibility, big leaps and quick turns. To excel in jazz, dancers need a strong background in ballet, as it encourages grace and balance. Jazz has become one of the most popular dance styles in recent years, mainly due to its popularity on television, movies and Broadway.
Monday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Ballet III
At the Academy of Dance, we urge all students to select ballet as their basic dance form. Whether the student has professional aspirations or is merely dancing for enjoyment, ballet offers the basic discipline and technique necessary to succeed in all other dance forms. We offer ballet classes from levels 1 to Advanced. Our Ballet Instructors will evaluate each dancer and place them where they are best suited.
At the Academy of Dance, we urge all students to select ballet as their basic dance form. Whether the student has professional aspirations or is merely dancing for enjoyment, ballet offers the basic discipline and technique necessary to succeed in all other dance forms. We offer ballet classes from levels 1 to Advanced. Our Ballet Instructors will evaluate each dancer and place them where they are best suited.
Monday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Intermediate Ballet
At the Academy of Dance, we urge all students to select ballet as their basic dance form. Whether the student has professional aspirations or is merely dancing for enjoyment, ballet offers the basic discipline and technique necessary to succeed in all other dance forms. We offer ballet classes from levels 1 to Advanced. Our Ballet Instructors will evaluate each dancer and place them where they are best suited.
At the Academy of Dance, we urge all students to select ballet as their basic dance form. Whether the student has professional aspirations or is merely dancing for enjoyment, ballet offers the basic discipline and technique necessary to succeed in all other dance forms. We offer ballet classes from levels 1 to Advanced. Our Ballet Instructors will evaluate each dancer and place them where they are best suited.
Monday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
PrePointe/Pointe I
Pre Pointe/Pointe is for the more experienced ballet dancer. These dancers must be at least 11 to 12 years of age and have studied 3 to 4 years of intense ballet. Beginners (Pre-Pointe) will be placed into Pre Pointe to focus solely on strength and technique while wearing soft soled ballet slippers. Dancers will only go en Pointe (Pointe 1) when the instructor sees they are ready. Once en pointe, dancers will continue in this level of pre pointe/pointe 1 training until the instructor determines they are ready to move to advanced pointe. This can be several years before and after pointe shoes.
Pre Pointe/Pointe is for the more experienced ballet dancer. These dancers must be at least 11 to 12 years of age and have studied 3 to 4 years of intense ballet. Beginners (Pre-Pointe) will be placed into Pre Pointe to focus solely on strength and technique while wearing soft soled ballet slippers. Dancers will only go en Pointe (Pointe 1) when the instructor sees they are ready. Once en pointe, dancers will continue in this level of pre pointe/pointe 1 training until the instructor determines they are ready to move to advanced pointe. This can be several years before and after pointe shoes.
Monday
7:30 PM to 8:00 PM
7:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Advanced Ballet
At the Academy of Dance, we urge all students to select ballet as their basic dance form. Whether the student has professional aspirations or is merely dancing for enjoyment, ballet offers the basic discipline and technique necessary to succeed in all other dance forms. We offer ballet classes from levels 1 to Advanced. Our Ballet Instructors will evaluate each dancer and place them where they are best suited.
At the Academy of Dance, we urge all students to select ballet as their basic dance form. Whether the student has professional aspirations or is merely dancing for enjoyment, ballet offers the basic discipline and technique necessary to succeed in all other dance forms. We offer ballet classes from levels 1 to Advanced. Our Ballet Instructors will evaluate each dancer and place them where they are best suited.
Monday
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Advanced Pointe
Monday
9:00 PM to 9:30 PM
9:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Jazz I
Jazz is a form of dance that showcases a dancer’s individual style and originality. This type of dancing is energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, fancy footwork, flexibility, big leaps and quick turns. To excel in jazz, dancers need a strong background in ballet, as it encourages grace and balance. Jazz has become one of the most popular dance styles in recent years, mainly due to its popularity on television, movies and Broadway. Please note: All intermediate and advanced level jazz students must be enrolled in a ballet class to participate in the intermediate and advanced level jazz classes.
Jazz is a form of dance that showcases a dancer’s individual style and originality. This type of dancing is energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, fancy footwork, flexibility, big leaps and quick turns. To excel in jazz, dancers need a strong background in ballet, as it encourages grace and balance. Jazz has become one of the most popular dance styles in recent years, mainly due to its popularity on television, movies and Broadway. Please note: All intermediate and advanced level jazz students must be enrolled in a ballet class to participate in the intermediate and advanced level jazz classes.
Tuesday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Ballet I
At the Academy of Dance, we urge all students to select ballet as their basic dance form. Whether the student has professional aspirations or is merely dancing for enjoyment, ballet offers the basic discipline and technique necessary to succeed in all other dance forms. We offer ballet classes from levels 1 to Advanced. Our Ballet Instructors will evaluate each dancer and place them where they are best suited.
At the Academy of Dance, we urge all students to select ballet as their basic dance form. Whether the student has professional aspirations or is merely dancing for enjoyment, ballet offers the basic discipline and technique necessary to succeed in all other dance forms. We offer ballet classes from levels 1 to Advanced. Our Ballet Instructors will evaluate each dancer and place them where they are best suited.
Tuesday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Teen Tap
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:00 PM
5:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Teen Ballet
This class is geared towards introducing pre-teen/teen aged students, with minimal amount of dance experience, to the foundational level of ballet technique. Students will be provided with foundational level knowledge of ballet terminology, as well as learn basic ballet exercises and positions of the body. Dancers may participate in various barre exercises and center or across the floor combinations, while simultaneously working to improve their balance, flexibility, and body strength.
This class is geared towards introducing pre-teen/teen aged students, with minimal amount of dance experience, to the foundational level of ballet technique. Students will be provided with foundational level knowledge of ballet terminology, as well as learn basic ballet exercises and positions of the body. Dancers may participate in various barre exercises and center or across the floor combinations, while simultaneously working to improve their balance, flexibility, and body strength.
Tuesday
6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Teen Jazz
This class is geared towards introducing pre-teen/teen aged students, with minimal amount of dance experience, to the foundations of jazz technique. Students will participate in dynamic warm-ups, progressions across the floor, and center combinations, in addition to understanding basic jazz terminology and exploring elements of strength, balance, flexibility, coordination, and isolations. Foundational level jazz technique may also include variations of leaps, turns and jumps.
This class is geared towards introducing pre-teen/teen aged students, with minimal amount of dance experience, to the foundations of jazz technique. Students will participate in dynamic warm-ups, progressions across the floor, and center combinations, in addition to understanding basic jazz terminology and exploring elements of strength, balance, flexibility, coordination, and isolations. Foundational level jazz technique may also include variations of leaps, turns and jumps.
Tuesday
6:45 PM to 7:30 PM
6:45 PM to 7:30 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Intermediate Lyrical
Lyrical is a fusion of ballet and jazz dance techniques. A lyrical dancer’s movements attempt to show the meaning of the music. Lyrical – meaning to have a poetic, expressive quality. Please note: All intermediate and advanced level lyrical students must be enrolled in a ballet class to participate in the intermediate and advanced level lyrical classes.
Lyrical is a fusion of ballet and jazz dance techniques. A lyrical dancer’s movements attempt to show the meaning of the music. Lyrical – meaning to have a poetic, expressive quality. Please note: All intermediate and advanced level lyrical students must be enrolled in a ballet class to participate in the intermediate and advanced level lyrical classes.
Tuesday
7:30 PM to 8:15 PM
7:30 PM to 8:15 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Character Jazz
Character Jazz is a unique blend of ballet, modern, and jazz distinguished by its emphasis on exaggerated movements, high energy, and storytelling. This style of jazz incorporates turns, jumps, and kicks with an emphasis placed on athleticism, exaggeration, and high energy combinations.
Character Jazz is a unique blend of ballet, modern, and jazz distinguished by its emphasis on exaggerated movements, high energy, and storytelling. This style of jazz incorporates turns, jumps, and kicks with an emphasis placed on athleticism, exaggeration, and high energy combinations.
Tuesday
8:15 PM to 9:00 PM
8:15 PM to 9:00 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Advanced Tap
Tap dance is all about the rhythm. Dancers will use their feet like drumsticks to create rhythms and music as they dance. Beginners will learn the fundamental steps and basic movements, and intermediate and advanced dancers will transform these basics into complex rhythmic choreography. This program emphasizes accurate rhythms, clear sounds and a thorough knowledge of tap terminology.
Tap dance is all about the rhythm. Dancers will use their feet like drumsticks to create rhythms and music as they dance. Beginners will learn the fundamental steps and basic movements, and intermediate and advanced dancers will transform these basics into complex rhythmic choreography. This program emphasizes accurate rhythms, clear sounds and a thorough knowledge of tap terminology.
Tuesday
9:00 PM to 9:30 PM
9:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Intermediate Contemporary
This very abstract style of dance requires the technique and discipline of classical ballet and the strength of jazz. Contemporary encourages natural, spontaneous movement and personal interpretation. It focuses on self-expression, awareness of space and body movement. Dancer must have at least 3 years of Ballet training to participate in our Intermediate/advanced Contemporary. All intermediate and advanced level contemporary students must be enrolled in a ballet class to participate in the intermediate and advanced level contemporary classes.
This very abstract style of dance requires the technique and discipline of classical ballet and the strength of jazz. Contemporary encourages natural, spontaneous movement and personal interpretation. It focuses on self-expression, awareness of space and body movement. Dancer must have at least 3 years of Ballet training to participate in our Intermediate/advanced Contemporary. All intermediate and advanced level contemporary students must be enrolled in a ballet class to participate in the intermediate and advanced level contemporary classes.
Wednesday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Intermediate Jazz
Jazz is a form of dance that showcases a dancer’s individual style and originality. This type of dancing is energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, fancy footwork, flexibility, big leaps and quick turns. To excel in jazz, dancers need a strong background in ballet, as it encourages grace and balance. Jazz has become one of the most popular dance styles in recent years, mainly due to its popularity on television, movies and Broadway. Please note: All intermediate and advanced level jazz students must be enrolled in a ballet class to participate in the intermediate and advanced level jazz classes.
Jazz is a form of dance that showcases a dancer’s individual style and originality. This type of dancing is energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, fancy footwork, flexibility, big leaps and quick turns. To excel in jazz, dancers need a strong background in ballet, as it encourages grace and balance. Jazz has become one of the most popular dance styles in recent years, mainly due to its popularity on television, movies and Broadway. Please note: All intermediate and advanced level jazz students must be enrolled in a ballet class to participate in the intermediate and advanced level jazz classes.
Wednesday
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Intermediate Team Rehearsal
**This class is a rehearsal for Dance Company Members only**
**This class is a rehearsal for Dance Company Members only**
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 7:15 PM
6:30 PM to 7:15 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Production Rehearsal
**This class is a rehearsal for Dance Company Members only**
**This class is a rehearsal for Dance Company Members only**
Wednesday
7:15 PM to 8:00 PM
7:15 PM to 8:00 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Advanced Modern
This class will incorporate many of the foundations of modern dance technique, including suspension and release, fall and recovery, the use of momentum and connecting breath with movement. Dancers will explore new ways of moving in combinations, floor work and partnering, and also in various methods of improvisation.
This class will incorporate many of the foundations of modern dance technique, including suspension and release, fall and recovery, the use of momentum and connecting breath with movement. Dancers will explore new ways of moving in combinations, floor work and partnering, and also in various methods of improvisation.
Wednesday
8:00 PM to 8:45 PM
8:00 PM to 8:45 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Advanced Team Rehearsal
**This class is a rehearsal for Dance Company Members only**
**This class is a rehearsal for Dance Company Members only**
Wednesday
8:45 PM to 9:30 PM
8:45 PM to 9:30 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Beginning Hip Hop
Hip Hop is a form of dance that was once referred to as street dance and has now become mainstream. Students will learn rhythm and coordination through age-appropriate hip hop choreography.
Hip Hop is a form of dance that was once referred to as street dance and has now become mainstream. Students will learn rhythm and coordination through age-appropriate hip hop choreography.
Thursday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Intermediate Hip Hop
Hip Hop is a form of dance that was once referred to as street dance and has now become mainstream. Students will learn rhythm and coordination through age-appropriate hip hop choreography.
Hip Hop is a form of dance that was once referred to as street dance and has now become mainstream. Students will learn rhythm and coordination through age-appropriate hip hop choreography.
Thursday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Intermediate Acro
Acro dance is a style of dance that combines classical dance technique with acrobatic elements. Acrobatic elements include tumbling, contortion, and dance. Acro entails strength training and balance.
Important Note: Please see below for a list of required skills to take Intermediate Acro. Students will be evaluated the first week of class to ensure they are in the level that is most appropriate for them.
Required Skills For Intermediate Acro:
- One handed cartwheel – R/L
- Half scorpion hold – R/L
- Bridge kickover
- Handstand pos. w/ combo skill
(Ex. Handstand to forward roll,
Handstand to bridge)
- Dive roll (clear concept)
- Aerial prep. – R/L (hurdle into
cartwheel)
- Front limber (concept)
Acro dance is a style of dance that combines classical dance technique with acrobatic elements. Acrobatic elements include tumbling, contortion, and dance. Acro entails strength training and balance.
Important Note: Please see below for a list of required skills to take Intermediate Acro. Students will be evaluated the first week of class to ensure they are in the level that is most appropriate for them.
Required Skills For Intermediate Acro:
- One handed cartwheel – R/L
- Half scorpion hold – R/L
- Bridge kickover
- Handstand pos. w/ combo skill
(Ex. Handstand to forward roll,
Handstand to bridge)
- Dive roll (clear concept)
- Aerial prep. – R/L (hurdle into
cartwheel)
- Front limber (concept)
Thursday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Thespian Dance Production Rehearsal
**This class is a rehearsal for Thespian Company Members only**
**This class is a rehearsal for Thespian Company Members only**
Thursday
6:15 PM to 7:00 PM
6:15 PM to 7:00 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Broadway Tap Production Rehearsal
**This class is a rehearsal for Thespian Company Members only**
**This class is a rehearsal for Thespian Company Members only**
Thursday
7:00 PM to 7:45 PM
7:00 PM to 7:45 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Vocal Rehearsal
**This class is a rehearsal for Thespian Company Members only**
**This class is a rehearsal for Thespian Company Members only**
Thursday
7:45 PM to 8:15 PM
7:45 PM to 8:15 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Thespian Troupe Rehearsal
**This class is a rehearsal for Thespian Company Members only**
**This class is a rehearsal for Thespian Company Members only**
Thursday
8:15 PM to 9:30 PM
8:15 PM to 9:30 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Pre-Acro
Acro dance is a style of dance that combines classical dance technique with acrobatic elements. Acrobatic elements include tumbling, contortion, and dance. Acro entails strength training and balance.
Acro dance is a style of dance that combines classical dance technique with acrobatic elements. Acrobatic elements include tumbling, contortion, and dance. Acro entails strength training and balance.
Friday
3:30 PM to 4:15 PM
3:30 PM to 4:15 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Beginning Lyrical Fusion
Beginning Lyrical Fusion is a class that combines lyrical dance along with jazz and other styles. This class is appropriate for ages 5.5 - 9.5 years old. Students will develop the movement qualities of styles through music interpretation and performance. Students will work on extension, jumps and leaps as well as choreography. Students will be challenged physically and mentally to push past their comfort zones and grow! By our spring show, we hope to have a solid grasp of pirouette preps and learning singles, pique turns, chasses, leap combinations, as well as floor leaps, drops and beginning level rolls, triple step turns, jazz isolations, and other fundamental moves. Students should plan their on being in this level until the above mentioned movements are mastered (not just recognizable). It typically takes 2-3 years to move out of each level.
Beginning Lyrical Fusion is a class that combines lyrical dance along with jazz and other styles. This class is appropriate for ages 5.5 - 9.5 years old. Students will develop the movement qualities of styles through music interpretation and performance. Students will work on extension, jumps and leaps as well as choreography. Students will be challenged physically and mentally to push past their comfort zones and grow! By our spring show, we hope to have a solid grasp of pirouette preps and learning singles, pique turns, chasses, leap combinations, as well as floor leaps, drops and beginning level rolls, triple step turns, jazz isolations, and other fundamental moves. Students should plan their on being in this level until the above mentioned movements are mastered (not just recognizable). It typically takes 2-3 years to move out of each level.
Friday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Petite Team Rehearsal
**This class is a rehearsal for Dance Company Members only**
**This class is a rehearsal for Dance Company Members only**
Friday
5:00 PM to 5:30 PM
5:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Junior Stretch & Technique
This class is designed for dancers to increase their flexibility, strength, stamina, and overall dance technique without the concentration on choreography. That being said, this class will not participate in a recital dance.
This class is designed for dancers to increase their flexibility, strength, stamina, and overall dance technique without the concentration on choreography. That being said, this class will not participate in a recital dance.
Friday
5:30 PM to 6:00 PM
5:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Junior Team Rehearsal
**This class is a rehearsal for Dance Company Members only**
**This class is a rehearsal for Dance Company Members only**
Friday
6:00 PM to 6:30 PM
6:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Intermediate Tap
Tap dance is all about the rhythm. Dancers will use their feet like drumsticks to create rhythms and music as they dance. Beginners will learn the fundamental steps and basic movements, and intermediate and advanced dancers will transform these basics into complex rhythmic choreography. This program emphasizes accurate rhythms, clear sounds and a thorough knowledge of tap terminology.
Tap dance is all about the rhythm. Dancers will use their feet like drumsticks to create rhythms and music as they dance. Beginners will learn the fundamental steps and basic movements, and intermediate and advanced dancers will transform these basics into complex rhythmic choreography. This program emphasizes accurate rhythms, clear sounds and a thorough knowledge of tap terminology.
Friday
6:30 PM to 7:00 PM
6:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Musical Theatre Dance
A stylized technique class for beginning to intermediate dancers that focuses on the dance moves most commonly used in Musical Theatre choreography.
A stylized technique class for beginning to intermediate dancers that focuses on the dance moves most commonly used in Musical Theatre choreography.
Friday
7:00 PM to 7:30 PM
7:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Musical Theatre Vocal Rehearsal
**This class works is in conjunction with Musical Theatre Rehearsal. Students will learn proper breathing and singing techniques, as well as rehearse songs from the show they are working on. You must enroll in this class, Musical Theatre Rehearsal, as well as a jazz class (either Musical Theatre Jazz or another Jazz class on your students level) to participate in the Musical Theatre program.**
**This class works is in conjunction with Musical Theatre Rehearsal. Students will learn proper breathing and singing techniques, as well as rehearse songs from the show they are working on. You must enroll in this class, Musical Theatre Rehearsal, as well as a jazz class (either Musical Theatre Jazz or another Jazz class on your students level) to participate in the Musical Theatre program.**
Friday
7:30 PM to 8:00 PM
7:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Musical Theatre Rehearsal
This fun and engaging class starts off the year working on acting and dancing technique. Students work on auditioning skills as well as prepare for a junior length show that is performed in the Spring. Auditions take place in the fall and the remainder of the season is spent on learning choreography and staging for the spring musical theatre show. This class works in conjunction with Musical Theatre Vocal, where students will learn proper breathing and singing techniques, as well as rehearse the songs from the show. Students must be enrolled in either a jazz class in their perspective level, or Musical Theatre Dance class, as well as Musical Theatre Vocal. For ages 7 and up (students must know how to read).
**This class requires an additional Musical Theatre Fee that covers scripts, costumes, music, scenery, props and show rights**
This fun and engaging class starts off the year working on acting and dancing technique. Students work on auditioning skills as well as prepare for a junior length show that is performed in the Spring. Auditions take place in the fall and the remainder of the season is spent on learning choreography and staging for the spring musical theatre show. This class works in conjunction with Musical Theatre Vocal, where students will learn proper breathing and singing techniques, as well as rehearse the songs from the show. Students must be enrolled in either a jazz class in their perspective level, or Musical Theatre Dance class, as well as Musical Theatre Vocal. For ages 7 and up (students must know how to read).
**This class requires an additional Musical Theatre Fee that covers scripts, costumes, music, scenery, props and show rights**
Friday
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Creative Movement (3 & 4 Year Olds)
This 45-minute class is perfect for the tiny dancer. This class offers a wonderful experience inviting young dancers to explore imagination and creativity through dance. An Introduction to Ballet and Tap are taught by focusing on rhythm and basic steps.
This 45-minute class is perfect for the tiny dancer. This class offers a wonderful experience inviting young dancers to explore imagination and creativity through dance. An Introduction to Ballet and Tap are taught by focusing on rhythm and basic steps.
Saturday
8:30 AM to 9:15 AM
8:30 AM to 9:15 AM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Ballet & Tap (5 & 6 Year Olds)
This 45-minute class is filled with Fun, Technique, and Teamwork. This is a combination class to help build timing and rhythm skills with poise and ballet technique.
This 45-minute class is filled with Fun, Technique, and Teamwork. This is a combination class to help build timing and rhythm skills with poise and ballet technique.
Saturday
9:15 AM to 10:00 AM
9:15 AM to 10:00 AM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Primary Jazz Tap
Tap dance is all about the rhythm. Dancers will use their feet like drumsticks to create rhythms and music as they dance. This program emphasizes accurate rhythms, clear sounds and a thorough knowledge of tap terminology.
Tap dance is all about the rhythm. Dancers will use their feet like drumsticks to create rhythms and music as they dance. This program emphasizes accurate rhythms, clear sounds and a thorough knowledge of tap terminology.
Saturday
10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Primary Ballet
At the Academy of Dance, we urge all students to select ballet as their basic dance form. Whether the student has professional aspirations or is merely dancing for enjoyment, ballet offers the basic discipline and technique necessary to succeed in all other dance forms.
At the Academy of Dance, we urge all students to select ballet as their basic dance form. Whether the student has professional aspirations or is merely dancing for enjoyment, ballet offers the basic discipline and technique necessary to succeed in all other dance forms.
Saturday
10:30 AM to 11:15 AM
10:30 AM to 11:15 AM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Advanced Technique & Conditioning
Saturday
11:15 AM to 12:00 PM
11:15 AM to 12:00 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Advanced Lyrical
Lyrical is a fusion of ballet and jazz dance techniques. A lyrical dancer’s movements attempt to show the meaning of the music. Lyrical – meaning to have a poetic, expressive quality. Dancer must have at least 2 years of Ballet training to start at a beginning level Lyrical. Please note: All intermediate and advanced level lyrical students must be enrolled in a ballet class to participate in the intermediate and advanced level lyrical classes.
Lyrical is a fusion of ballet and jazz dance techniques. A lyrical dancer’s movements attempt to show the meaning of the music. Lyrical – meaning to have a poetic, expressive quality. Dancer must have at least 2 years of Ballet training to start at a beginning level Lyrical. Please note: All intermediate and advanced level lyrical students must be enrolled in a ballet class to participate in the intermediate and advanced level lyrical classes.
Saturday
12:00 PM to 12:45 PM
12:00 PM to 12:45 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Advanced Acro
Acro dance is a style of dance that combines classical dance technique with acrobatic elements. Acrobatic elements include tumbling, contortion, and dance. Acro entails strength training and balance.
Important Note: Please see below for a list of required skills to take Advanced Acro. Students will be evaluated the first week of class to ensure they are in the level that is most appropriate for them.
Required Skills For Advanced Acro:
- Handstand shoulder shrug (15 reps)
- ¾ Scorpion hold – R/L
- Front walkover
- Back walkover
- Arabian
- Roundoff w/hurdle – R/L
- Side aerial (clear concept/understanding)
- Headstand variation (8ct hold)
- Back handspring prep/concept
Acro dance is a style of dance that combines classical dance technique with acrobatic elements. Acrobatic elements include tumbling, contortion, and dance. Acro entails strength training and balance.
Important Note: Please see below for a list of required skills to take Advanced Acro. Students will be evaluated the first week of class to ensure they are in the level that is most appropriate for them.
Required Skills For Advanced Acro:
- Handstand shoulder shrug (15 reps)
- ¾ Scorpion hold – R/L
- Front walkover
- Back walkover
- Arabian
- Roundoff w/hurdle – R/L
- Side aerial (clear concept/understanding)
- Headstand variation (8ct hold)
- Back handspring prep/concept
Saturday
12:45 PM to 1:30 PM
12:45 PM to 1:30 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Advanced Hip Hop
Hip Hop is a form of dance that was once referred to as street dance and has now become mainstream. Students will learn rhythm and coordination through age-appropriate hip hop choreography.
Hip Hop is a form of dance that was once referred to as street dance and has now become mainstream. Students will learn rhythm and coordination through age-appropriate hip hop choreography.
Saturday
1:30 PM to 2:15 PM
1:30 PM to 2:15 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance
Advanced Jazz
Jazz is a form of dance that showcases a dancer’s individual style and originality. This type of dancing is energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, fancy footwork, flexibility, big leaps and quick turns. To excel in jazz, dancers need a strong background in ballet, as it encourages grace and balance. Jazz has become one of the most popular dance styles in recent years, mainly due to its popularity on television, movies and Broadway. Please note: All intermediate and advanced level jazz students must be enrolled in a ballet class to participate in the intermediate and advanced level jazz classes.
Jazz is a form of dance that showcases a dancer’s individual style and originality. This type of dancing is energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, fancy footwork, flexibility, big leaps and quick turns. To excel in jazz, dancers need a strong background in ballet, as it encourages grace and balance. Jazz has become one of the most popular dance styles in recent years, mainly due to its popularity on television, movies and Broadway. Please note: All intermediate and advanced level jazz students must be enrolled in a ballet class to participate in the intermediate and advanced level jazz classes.
Saturday
2:15 PM to 3:00 PM
2:15 PM to 3:00 PM
Main Studio
Academy of Dance
Academy of Dance