REC Classes 2026-2027
Kinder Dance Combo (Mon. Ages 6 to 8)
This COMBO dance class is for dancers age 6 to 8 with prior dance experience. Instruction provides training in rhythm, creative dance, disciplined group activity, and basic elementary ballet and tap movement. In this fun atmosphere, coordination, balance, and self-esteem are developed.
Hands-On Time: 1 hour weekly
Dress Code: Leotard of your choice, ballet skirt (optional) tights any color (optional), Hair up out of face
Shoes: Pink Leather Ballet Shoes and Black Tap Shoes
This COMBO dance class is for dancers age 6 to 8 with prior dance experience. Instruction provides training in rhythm, creative dance, disciplined group activity, and basic elementary ballet and tap movement. In this fun atmosphere, coordination, balance, and self-esteem are developed.
Hands-On Time: 1 hour weekly
Dress Code: Leotard of your choice, ballet skirt (optional) tights any color (optional), Hair up out of face
Shoes: Pink Leather Ballet Shoes and Black Tap Shoes
Monday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Back Studio- Studio 2
Elementary Dance Combo (Mon. Ages 7 to 9)
This Combo dance class provides training in tap, ballet and jazz for dancers with prior dance experience. Multiple sounds, patterns, vocabulary, more detailed movement, music appreciation & performance. In this fun atmosphere, coordination, balance, and self-esteem are developed. Recital dances for each genre (tap, ballet/lyrical, and jazz) with costumes for each.
Hands-On Time: 1 hour weekly
Dress Code: Leotard of your choice, ballet skirt (optional) tights any color (optional), Hair up out of face
Shoes: Pink Leather Ballet Shoes and Black Tap Shoes
This Combo dance class provides training in tap, ballet and jazz for dancers with prior dance experience. Multiple sounds, patterns, vocabulary, more detailed movement, music appreciation & performance. In this fun atmosphere, coordination, balance, and self-esteem are developed. Recital dances for each genre (tap, ballet/lyrical, and jazz) with costumes for each.
Hands-On Time: 1 hour weekly
Dress Code: Leotard of your choice, ballet skirt (optional) tights any color (optional), Hair up out of face
Shoes: Pink Leather Ballet Shoes and Black Tap Shoes
Monday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Back Studio- Studio 2
Upper Elementary Dance Combo (Mon. Ages 8 to 9)
This Upper Elementary Combo dance class provides training in tap, ballet and jazz to dancers with prior dance experience. The expression of more intricate combinations of sounds, patterns with technique, vocabulary & enjoyment of dance. Recital dances for each genre (tap, ballet/lyrical, and jazz) with costumes for each. "Little Recital"
Hands-On Time: 1 hour weekly
Dress Code: Leotard of your choice, ballet skirt (optional) tights any color (optional), Hair up out of face, Male: jazz pant, athletic short, sleeveless T-Shirt/tank
Shoes: Pink Leather Ballet Shoes and Black Tap Shoes, Male: black ballet shoes
This Upper Elementary Combo dance class provides training in tap, ballet and jazz to dancers with prior dance experience. The expression of more intricate combinations of sounds, patterns with technique, vocabulary & enjoyment of dance. Recital dances for each genre (tap, ballet/lyrical, and jazz) with costumes for each. "Little Recital"
Hands-On Time: 1 hour weekly
Dress Code: Leotard of your choice, ballet skirt (optional) tights any color (optional), Hair up out of face, Male: jazz pant, athletic short, sleeveless T-Shirt/tank
Shoes: Pink Leather Ballet Shoes and Black Tap Shoes, Male: black ballet shoes
Monday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Back Studio- Studio 2
Beginner REC Acro Skills age 5 to 7
This Beginner Acro Skills class for students age 5 to 7 will focus on foundational movement, gross motor skills, core strength and flexibility.
This Beginner Acro Skills class for students age 5 to 7 will focus on foundational movement, gross motor skills, core strength and flexibility.
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Back Studio- Studio 2
Beginner REC Hip Hop age 5 to 8
This Beginner Hip Hop class is for dancers age 5 to 8. Dancers will learn rhythm, coordination & basic street moves through fun, age appropriate music.
Attire: sweatpants, loose fitting t-shirt/sweatshirts. Clean tennis shoes/sneakers
Recital: Little Recital
This Beginner Hip Hop class is for dancers age 5 to 8. Dancers will learn rhythm, coordination & basic street moves through fun, age appropriate music.
Attire: sweatpants, loose fitting t-shirt/sweatshirts. Clean tennis shoes/sneakers
Recital: Little Recital
Tuesday
6:15 PM to 7:00 PM
6:15 PM to 7:00 PM
Back Studio- Studio 2
MS REC COMBO Class Age 10-14 + new Company 1/2's
The MS Combo dance class provides higher level skills/training in tap, ballet and jazz. REC Dancers age 10 to 14 & new to Company Dancers. (If you took the MS Combo class last year & below the age level, please email the studio at ninasschoolofdance@gmail.com for enrollment assistance).The expression of more intricate combinations of sounds, patterns with technique, vocabulary & enjoyment of dance. Recital dances for each genre (tap, ballet/lyrical, and jazz) with costumes for each. "Big Recital” in May.
Hands-On Time: 1 hour 15 min. weekly
Dress Code: Leotard of your choice, ballet skirt (optional) tights any color (optional), Hair up out of face
Shoes: Pink Leather Ballet Shoes, Black Jazz Shoes and Black Tap Shoes
Males: Black ballet shoes, black jazz shoes, black tap shoes
The MS Combo dance class provides higher level skills/training in tap, ballet and jazz. REC Dancers age 10 to 14 & new to Company Dancers. (If you took the MS Combo class last year & below the age level, please email the studio at ninasschoolofdance@gmail.com for enrollment assistance).The expression of more intricate combinations of sounds, patterns with technique, vocabulary & enjoyment of dance. Recital dances for each genre (tap, ballet/lyrical, and jazz) with costumes for each. "Big Recital” in May.
Hands-On Time: 1 hour 15 min. weekly
Dress Code: Leotard of your choice, ballet skirt (optional) tights any color (optional), Hair up out of face
Shoes: Pink Leather Ballet Shoes, Black Jazz Shoes and Black Tap Shoes
Males: Black ballet shoes, black jazz shoes, black tap shoes
Tuesday
7:00 PM to 8:15 PM
7:00 PM to 8:15 PM
Back Studio- Studio 2
Pre-Kinder Dance Combo *New to dance/Limited experience(Thurs. Ages 3 to 4)
An introduction to dance. This beginner dance class provides training in rhythm, creative dance, disciplined group activity, and basic elementary ballet and tap movement. In this fun atmosphere, coordination, balance, and self-esteem are developed. Recital: Little Recital with dances in 3 genres: tap, ballet, & jazz.
Hands-On Time: 45 minutes weekly
Dress Code: Leotard of your choice, ballet skirt (optional) tights any color (optional), Hair up out of face
Shoes: Pink Leather Ballet Shoes and Black Tap Shoes
An introduction to dance. This beginner dance class provides training in rhythm, creative dance, disciplined group activity, and basic elementary ballet and tap movement. In this fun atmosphere, coordination, balance, and self-esteem are developed. Recital: Little Recital with dances in 3 genres: tap, ballet, & jazz.
Hands-On Time: 45 minutes weekly
Dress Code: Leotard of your choice, ballet skirt (optional) tights any color (optional), Hair up out of face
Shoes: Pink Leather Ballet Shoes and Black Tap Shoes
Thursday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Back Studio- Studio 2
Kinder Dance Combo New to Dance/Limited Experience (Thurs. Ages 4 to 6)
An introduction to dance for dancers age 4 to 6 with no or limited experience in dance. This beginner dance class provides training in rhythm, creative dance, disciplined group activity, and basic elementary ballet and tap movement. In this fun atmosphere, coordination, balance, and self-esteem are developed. Recital: Little recital 1 dance per each genre of tap, ballet & jazz.
Hands-On Time: 45 minutes weekly
Dress Code: Leotard of your choice, ballet skirt (optional) tights any color (optional), Hair up out of face
Shoes: Pink Leather Ballet Shoes and Black Tap Shoes
An introduction to dance for dancers age 4 to 6 with no or limited experience in dance. This beginner dance class provides training in rhythm, creative dance, disciplined group activity, and basic elementary ballet and tap movement. In this fun atmosphere, coordination, balance, and self-esteem are developed. Recital: Little recital 1 dance per each genre of tap, ballet & jazz.
Hands-On Time: 45 minutes weekly
Dress Code: Leotard of your choice, ballet skirt (optional) tights any color (optional), Hair up out of face
Shoes: Pink Leather Ballet Shoes and Black Tap Shoes
Thursday
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
Back Studio- Studio 2
Elem. Dance Combo New to Dance/Limited Experience (Thurs. Ages 6 to 9)
An introduction to dance for dancers age 6 to 9 with no or limited experience in dance. This beginner dance class provides training in rhythm, creative dance, disciplined group activity, and basic elementary ballet and tap movement. In this fun atmosphere, coordination, balance, and self-esteem are developed. Recital: Little recital 1 dance per each genre of tap, ballet & jazz.
Hands-On Time: 45 minutes weekly
Dress Code: Leotard of your choice, ballet skirt (optional) tights any color (optional), Hair up out of face
Shoes: Pink Leather Ballet Shoes and Black Tap Shoes
Recital: "Little" recital
An introduction to dance for dancers age 6 to 9 with no or limited experience in dance. This beginner dance class provides training in rhythm, creative dance, disciplined group activity, and basic elementary ballet and tap movement. In this fun atmosphere, coordination, balance, and self-esteem are developed. Recital: Little recital 1 dance per each genre of tap, ballet & jazz.
Hands-On Time: 45 minutes weekly
Dress Code: Leotard of your choice, ballet skirt (optional) tights any color (optional), Hair up out of face
Shoes: Pink Leather Ballet Shoes and Black Tap Shoes
Recital: "Little" recital
Thursday
6:30 PM to 7:15 PM
6:30 PM to 7:15 PM
Back Studio- Studio 2
Beginner Ballet (1 & 2 Company & Approved REC students) age 8-10 with 2+years ballet experience)
*This class is open to our Company Dancers (1 & 2) and to Recreational dancers age 8 to 11 with approval by Nina Wheeler & Ballet teacher, Amelie Finn.* If you took this class last year as a REC dancer and need assistance with enrollment, please email the studio at ninasschoolofdance@gmail.com
Ballet is the foundation of all dancing. It provides the grace, poise, and technique needed to be proficient in other areas of dance and gymnastics. This class promotes muscular strength, proper body alignment, flexibility, and lyrical musicality. Recital dance with 1 ballet costume. “Big Recital” in May Required. Optional but strongly suggested to participate in “Little Recital” in June.
Hands-On Time: 1 hour weekly
Dress Code: Leotard, pink tights, skirts & shorts are optional, Hair up out of face…
*Company Members Ballet: Black Leotard, pink tights, hair up out of face
Shoes: Pink Canvas Ballet Shoes
*This class is open to our Company Dancers (1 & 2) and to Recreational dancers age 8 to 11 with approval by Nina Wheeler & Ballet teacher, Amelie Finn.* If you took this class last year as a REC dancer and need assistance with enrollment, please email the studio at ninasschoolofdance@gmail.com
Ballet is the foundation of all dancing. It provides the grace, poise, and technique needed to be proficient in other areas of dance and gymnastics. This class promotes muscular strength, proper body alignment, flexibility, and lyrical musicality. Recital dance with 1 ballet costume. “Big Recital” in May Required. Optional but strongly suggested to participate in “Little Recital” in June.
Hands-On Time: 1 hour weekly
Dress Code: Leotard, pink tights, skirts & shorts are optional, Hair up out of face…
*Company Members Ballet: Black Leotard, pink tights, hair up out of face
Shoes: Pink Canvas Ballet Shoes
Monday
4:00 PM to 5:15 PM
4:00 PM to 5:15 PM
Main Studio- Studio 1
Acro/Strength & Conditioning Skills Company 1's/2's & age 8 & up REC pre-approved
BEG/INT-Time is divided between warm-up, exercise, perfection of tumbling skills, flexibility, and strength building. Also known as power tumbling this acrobatic sporting discipline combines some of the skills of artistic gymnastics on the floor which are integrated with basic dance movement.
Hands-On Time: 45 minutes weekly
Dress Code: Athletic wear, Bike-tard or any leotard or tight fitting top, tights or shorts, hair out of face, no jewelry, no t-shirts
Shoes: Barefoot
BEG/INT-Time is divided between warm-up, exercise, perfection of tumbling skills, flexibility, and strength building. Also known as power tumbling this acrobatic sporting discipline combines some of the skills of artistic gymnastics on the floor which are integrated with basic dance movement.
Hands-On Time: 45 minutes weekly
Dress Code: Athletic wear, Bike-tard or any leotard or tight fitting top, tights or shorts, hair out of face, no jewelry, no t-shirts
Shoes: Barefoot
Wednesday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Main Studio- Studio 1
Intermediate/Advanced Hip Hop (Company 1, 2, 3 & REC Ages 9 & Up)
Students will focus on developing rhythm, musicality, and muscle coordination while experiencing high-energy, age-appropriate choreography. In addition to perfecting current hip hop moves, dancers will also participate in strength/conditioning and dance progressions across the floor. Our program utilizes upbeat music from various musical genres including R&B, pop, and the latest hip hop hits.
Hands-On Time: 1 hour weekly
Dress Code: Any loose-fitting attire such as sweatpants, tanks/shirts, or other dance-wear
Shoes: White/Silver High Top Hip Hop Sneakers/Shoes
Recital: "Big Recital" in May
Students will focus on developing rhythm, musicality, and muscle coordination while experiencing high-energy, age-appropriate choreography. In addition to perfecting current hip hop moves, dancers will also participate in strength/conditioning and dance progressions across the floor. Our program utilizes upbeat music from various musical genres including R&B, pop, and the latest hip hop hits.
Hands-On Time: 1 hour weekly
Dress Code: Any loose-fitting attire such as sweatpants, tanks/shirts, or other dance-wear
Shoes: White/Silver High Top Hip Hop Sneakers/Shoes
Recital: "Big Recital" in May
Thursday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Main Studio- Studio 1
Company Classes 2026-2027
Company 1's/2's Beg/Int. Tap (Company & REC age 8 to 13 with 4+ years tap experience
BEG/INT students: This tap class will provide dancers the opportunity to develop coordination of mind and body and a more perceptive sense of rhythm, timing, and phrasing. Differentiated advanced pace and more complex tap concepts/style will be taught to our more advanced tappers in the class. May Recital 1 costume
Hands-On Time: 45 minutes weekly
Dress Code: Black dance top, black pants
Shoes: Black lace up tap shoes
BEG/INT students: This tap class will provide dancers the opportunity to develop coordination of mind and body and a more perceptive sense of rhythm, timing, and phrasing. Differentiated advanced pace and more complex tap concepts/style will be taught to our more advanced tappers in the class. May Recital 1 costume
Hands-On Time: 45 minutes weekly
Dress Code: Black dance top, black pants
Shoes: Black lace up tap shoes
Wednesday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
Back Studio- Studio 2
Acro/Strength & Conditioning Skills Company 1's/2's & age 8 & up REC pre-approved
BEG/INT-Time is divided between warm-up, exercise, perfection of tumbling skills, flexibility, and strength building. Also known as power tumbling this acrobatic sporting discipline combines some of the skills of artistic gymnastics on the floor which are integrated with basic dance movement.
Hands-On Time: 45 minutes weekly
Dress Code: Athletic wear, Bike-tard or any leotard or tight fitting top, tights or shorts, hair out of face, no jewelry, no t-shirts
Shoes: Barefoot
BEG/INT-Time is divided between warm-up, exercise, perfection of tumbling skills, flexibility, and strength building. Also known as power tumbling this acrobatic sporting discipline combines some of the skills of artistic gymnastics on the floor which are integrated with basic dance movement.
Hands-On Time: 45 minutes weekly
Dress Code: Athletic wear, Bike-tard or any leotard or tight fitting top, tights or shorts, hair out of face, no jewelry, no t-shirts
Shoes: Barefoot
Wednesday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Main Studio- Studio 1
Intermediate/Advanced Hip Hop (Company 1, 2, 3 & REC Ages 9 & Up)
Students will focus on developing rhythm, musicality, and muscle coordination while experiencing high-energy, age-appropriate choreography. In addition to perfecting current hip hop moves, dancers will also participate in strength/conditioning and dance progressions across the floor. Our program utilizes upbeat music from various musical genres including R&B, pop, and the latest hip hop hits.
Hands-On Time: 1 hour weekly
Dress Code: Any loose-fitting attire such as sweatpants, tanks/shirts, or other dance-wear
Shoes: White/Silver High Top Hip Hop Sneakers/Shoes
Recital: "Big Recital" in May
Students will focus on developing rhythm, musicality, and muscle coordination while experiencing high-energy, age-appropriate choreography. In addition to perfecting current hip hop moves, dancers will also participate in strength/conditioning and dance progressions across the floor. Our program utilizes upbeat music from various musical genres including R&B, pop, and the latest hip hop hits.
Hands-On Time: 1 hour weekly
Dress Code: Any loose-fitting attire such as sweatpants, tanks/shirts, or other dance-wear
Shoes: White/Silver High Top Hip Hop Sneakers/Shoes
Recital: "Big Recital" in May
Thursday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Main Studio- Studio 1