Adult Classes
Monday Intermediate Adult Ballet
Designed to be accessible for all adults, with a focus on gradually warming up the body with ballet barre and center exercises. This class is centering, energizing, and fun! All experience levels welcome; this class is taught at an intermediate level.
Designed to be accessible for all adults, with a focus on gradually warming up the body with ballet barre and center exercises. This class is centering, energizing, and fun! All experience levels welcome; this class is taught at an intermediate level.
Monday
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
STARTING FALL 2025 Monday Adult Pilates/Barre Fusion
Yoga ball and light hand weights will give you an extra burn in this strength-focused, low impact Pilates inspired workout. With minimal rest in between each exercise, you’ll activate your core and engage your glutes using controlled movements while incorporating your breath. A fun but challenging group exercise class for all levels!
Yoga ball and light hand weights will give you an extra burn in this strength-focused, low impact Pilates inspired workout. With minimal rest in between each exercise, you’ll activate your core and engage your glutes using controlled movements while incorporating your breath. A fun but challenging group exercise class for all levels!
Monday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
STARTING FALL 2025: Monday Adult Beginner/Intermediate Tap
This is a fun, high energy class geared towards adults with some Tap experience. The teacher will give options for both beginner and intermediate dancers. These classes are drop-in style. $25 per class.
This class will be in the Diamond Studio, which fits 8 dancers total. Please be sure to register ahead of time each week to reserve your spot!
This is a fun, high energy class geared towards adults with some Tap experience. The teacher will give options for both beginner and intermediate dancers. These classes are drop-in style. $25 per class.
This class will be in the Diamond Studio, which fits 8 dancers total. Please be sure to register ahead of time each week to reserve your spot!
Monday
7:15 PM to 8:15 PM
7:15 PM to 8:15 PM
Diamond Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Tuesday Adult Contemporary
Adult Contemporary is a dance class that combines elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, and ballet. Class includes a warm up, across the floor exercises, and choreography. Geared towards dancers with some prior dance experience. Come move with Mr. Miguel!
Adult Contemporary is a dance class that combines elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, and ballet. Class includes a warm up, across the floor exercises, and choreography. Geared towards dancers with some prior dance experience. Come move with Mr. Miguel!
Tuesday
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Tuesday Intermediate Adult Ballet
Designed to be accessible for all adults, with a focus on gradually warming up the body with ballet barre and center exercises. This class is centering, energizing, and fun! All experience levels welcome; this class is taught at an intermediate level.
Designed to be accessible for all adults, with a focus on gradually warming up the body with ballet barre and center exercises. This class is centering, energizing, and fun! All experience levels welcome; this class is taught at an intermediate level.
Tuesday
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
STARTING FALL 2025 Wednesday Adult Advanced/Professional Ballet
This will be an advanced level adult ballet class (18+) geared towards professional or working dancers in the RVA community.
This will be an advanced level adult ballet class (18+) geared towards professional or working dancers in the RVA community.
Wednesday
9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Wednesday Adult Sculpt and Strengthen Barre Blast
This class will be taught by one of our esteemed dance faculty members, Arianna Lawson. Barre is a workout technique that focuses on low-impact, high-intensity movements. The class is focused on cardio, strength training and stretching. You will learn proper technique and form to help strengthen and tone your body. Come work out with us!
This class will be taught by one of our esteemed dance faculty members, Arianna Lawson. Barre is a workout technique that focuses on low-impact, high-intensity movements. The class is focused on cardio, strength training and stretching. You will learn proper technique and form to help strengthen and tone your body. Come work out with us!
Wednesday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Thursday Beginning Adult Ballet
Learn basic ballet fundamentals with this Beginning Adult Ballet class for adults! At the completion of this course, you will be much better equipped to jump into one of our open level Adult Ballet classes running throughout the year! We recommend purchasing an adult dance card to get a discounted rate. Otherwise, pay the $25 drop in fee per class.
Learn basic ballet fundamentals with this Beginning Adult Ballet class for adults! At the completion of this course, you will be much better equipped to jump into one of our open level Adult Ballet classes running throughout the year! We recommend purchasing an adult dance card to get a discounted rate. Otherwise, pay the $25 drop in fee per class.
Thursday
9:30 AM to 11:00 AM
9:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Thursday Intermediate Adult Ballet
Designed to be accessible for all adults, with a focus on gradually warming up the body with ballet barre and center exercises. This class is centering, energizing, and fun! All experience levels welcome; this class is taught at an intermediate level.
Designed to be accessible for all adults, with a focus on gradually warming up the body with ballet barre and center exercises. This class is centering, energizing, and fun! All experience levels welcome; this class is taught at an intermediate level.
Thursday
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Thursday Adult Pilates/Barre Fusion
Yoga ball and light hand weights will give you an extra burn in this strength-focused, low impact Pilates inspired workout. With minimal rest in between each exercise, you’ll activate your core and engage your glutes using controlled movements while incorporating your breath. A fun but challenging group exercise class for all levels!
Yoga ball and light hand weights will give you an extra burn in this strength-focused, low impact Pilates inspired workout. With minimal rest in between each exercise, you’ll activate your core and engage your glutes using controlled movements while incorporating your breath. A fun but challenging group exercise class for all levels!
Thursday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Diamond Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Friday Intermediate Adult Ballet
Designed to be accessible for all adults, with a focus on gradually warming up the body with ballet barre and center exercises. This class is centering, energizing, and fun! All experience levels welcome; this class is taught at an intermediate level.
Designed to be accessible for all adults, with a focus on gradually warming up the body with ballet barre and center exercises. This class is centering, energizing, and fun! All experience levels welcome; this class is taught at an intermediate level.
Friday
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
STARTING FALL 2025 Saturday Intermediate Adult Ballet
Designed to be accessible for all adults, with a focus on gradually warming up the body with ballet barre and center exercises. This class is centering, energizing, and fun! All experience levels welcome; this class is taught at an intermediate level.
Designed to be accessible for all adults, with a focus on gradually warming up the body with ballet barre and center exercises. This class is centering, energizing, and fun! All experience levels welcome; this class is taught at an intermediate level.
Saturday
8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Miss Anne's Music and Movement
Monday Miss Anne's Music and Movement
Miss Anne's Music and Movement is coming to WEAD! This popular class is geared toward infant through preschool age. Parent/guardian and child take class together! Normally Miss Anne's classes are open to up to 100 people in a class. This is a special private class with only 20 families! Each class is 30 minutes long. We will provide a variety of clean materials such as egg shakers, scarves, bean bags, and other instruments! Kids will dance and play instruments along with a mix of children's classics and contemporary songs. Bonus: second and third children take class for free!
Miss Anne's Music and Movement is coming to WEAD! This popular class is geared toward infant through preschool age. Parent/guardian and child take class together! Normally Miss Anne's classes are open to up to 100 people in a class. This is a special private class with only 20 families! Each class is 30 minutes long. We will provide a variety of clean materials such as egg shakers, scarves, bean bags, and other instruments! Kids will dance and play instruments along with a mix of children's classics and contemporary songs. Bonus: second and third children take class for free!
Monday
9:30 AM to 10:00 AM
9:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Mini Sessions
Pre-Ballet Mini Session
This 8-week mini-session is an introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics. There will be a parent observation day on the last class. This class does not perform in the recital.
This 8-week mini-session is an introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics. There will be a parent observation day on the last class. This class does not perform in the recital.
Tuesday
12:45 PM to 1:30 PM
12:45 PM to 1:30 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Special Events and Master Classes
8/26 Ballet Maintenance Class - Ballet VI and up
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
8/28 Ballet Maintenance Class - Ballet VI and up
Thursday
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
2025/2026 Regular Season
Pre-Ballet
This class is full
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
This class is full
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
Monday
3:30 PM to 4:15 PM
3:30 PM to 4:15 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet I
This class teaches children the beginning fundamentals of ballet such as ballet steps, stretching, across the floor exercises and center activities, as well as ballet technique and vocabulary.
This class teaches children the beginning fundamentals of ballet such as ballet steps, stretching, across the floor exercises and center activities, as well as ballet technique and vocabulary.
Monday
3:45 PM to 4:45 PM
3:45 PM to 4:45 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Tap I
This class is full
An introductory tap class where dancers will gain a basic understanding of tap steps and terminology while exploring rhythms and movement.
This class is full
An introductory tap class where dancers will gain a basic understanding of tap steps and terminology while exploring rhythms and movement.
Monday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet II
This class prepares children for traditional ballet techniques. Proper posture, alignment, and musicality are taught through ballet barre work, imaginative games and across the floor exercises.
This class prepares children for traditional ballet techniques. Proper posture, alignment, and musicality are taught through ballet barre work, imaginative games and across the floor exercises.
Monday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Jazz I
This class is full
An introduction to jazz technique with an emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic jazz motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance, and dynamics.
This class is full
An introduction to jazz technique with an emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic jazz motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance, and dynamics.
Monday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Diamond Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Jazz III
This class is full
A high-energy class that focuses on rhythm, isolations, and style. Students will develop a foundation of basic jazz techniques including jumps, pirouettes, across-the-floor progressions, and stylized movement. For Ballet III and IV dancers.
This class is full
A high-energy class that focuses on rhythm, isolations, and style. Students will develop a foundation of basic jazz techniques including jumps, pirouettes, across-the-floor progressions, and stylized movement. For Ballet III and IV dancers.
Monday
4:45 PM to 5:45 PM
4:45 PM to 5:45 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Hippity Hoppity
This introductory class will teach students the fundamental hip hop movements. Students will practice proper warm up, stretching, across the floor, and dance combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, and style. No experience required.
This introductory class will teach students the fundamental hip hop movements. Students will practice proper warm up, stretching, across the floor, and dance combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, and style. No experience required.
Monday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet II
This class is full
This class prepares children for traditional ballet techniques. Proper posture, alignment, and musicality are taught through ballet barre work, imaginative games and across the floor exercises.
This class is full
This class prepares children for traditional ballet techniques. Proper posture, alignment, and musicality are taught through ballet barre work, imaginative games and across the floor exercises.
Monday
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Diamond Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet VI
This class is full
Upper level ballet & pointe technique. This class works on advancing and strengthening the dancer through a structured technical class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
This class is full
Upper level ballet & pointe technique. This class works on advancing and strengthening the dancer through a structured technical class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Monday
5:15 PM to 6:45 PM
5:15 PM to 6:45 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Contemporary I
**For Ballet Level IV and V Dancers**Contemporary I (ages 10+) - an introduction to combining classical ballet technique with the floor work and dynamics of modern dance. This class also explores storytelling through current music. Dancers are strongly encouraged to have at least 2 years of ballet training.
**For Ballet Level IV and V Dancers**Contemporary I (ages 10+) - an introduction to combining classical ballet technique with the floor work and dynamics of modern dance. This class also explores storytelling through current music. Dancers are strongly encouraged to have at least 2 years of ballet training.
Monday
5:45 PM to 6:45 PM
5:45 PM to 6:45 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Basic Ballet
An accelerated, classical ballet level for beginners. This is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
An accelerated, classical ballet level for beginners. This is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Monday
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Basic Tap
This class is full
This class is geared toward students ages 10-14 with minimal tap experience (less than 2 years). Dancers will learn fundamental tap steps but at a faster pace than Tap I because they are older and have a quicker rate of retention. They will do a tap warm up, across the floor exercises, and simple choreography to upbeat, high energy music! This is great class for anyone who is brand new to tap or only has a year or two under their belt but is not quite ready for Tap III or IV.
This class is full
This class is geared toward students ages 10-14 with minimal tap experience (less than 2 years). Dancers will learn fundamental tap steps but at a faster pace than Tap I because they are older and have a quicker rate of retention. They will do a tap warm up, across the floor exercises, and simple choreography to upbeat, high energy music! This is great class for anyone who is brand new to tap or only has a year or two under their belt but is not quite ready for Tap III or IV.
Monday
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
Diamond Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet VII
Advanced level ballet and pointe technique. Students continue developing their strength and flexibility, while adding performance quality. It is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, adagio, pirouettes, petite allegro and grand allegro, all with emphasis on proper technique and quality of movement. Pointe work is done in center, away from the barre, at this level.
Advanced level ballet and pointe technique. Students continue developing their strength and flexibility, while adding performance quality. It is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, adagio, pirouettes, petite allegro and grand allegro, all with emphasis on proper technique and quality of movement. Pointe work is done in center, away from the barre, at this level.
Monday
6:45 PM to 8:15 PM
6:45 PM to 8:15 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet VIII
Our most advanced level ballet & pointe technique class. Students continue developing their strength and flexibility, while adding performance quality. It is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, adagio, pirouettes, petite allegro and grand allegro, all with emphasis on proper technique and quality of movement.
Our most advanced level ballet & pointe technique class. Students continue developing their strength and flexibility, while adding performance quality. It is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, adagio, pirouettes, petite allegro and grand allegro, all with emphasis on proper technique and quality of movement.
Monday
6:45 PM to 8:15 PM
6:45 PM to 8:15 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Musical Theatre Dance I
**For Ballet VI Dancers**A fun and informative class where students get to dive into different styles of the American musical. The class will include a warm-up followed by a combination from a musical and will touch on iconic choreographers and their contribution to the art form.
**For Ballet VI Dancers**A fun and informative class where students get to dive into different styles of the American musical. The class will include a warm-up followed by a combination from a musical and will touch on iconic choreographers and their contribution to the art form.
Monday
7:15 PM to 8:15 PM
7:15 PM to 8:15 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Musical Theatre Dance II
**For Ballet VII and VIII Dancers**A fun and informative class where students get to dive into different styles of the American musical. The class will include a warm-up followed by a combination from a musical and will touch on iconic choreographers and their contribution to the art form.
**For Ballet VII and VIII Dancers**A fun and informative class where students get to dive into different styles of the American musical. The class will include a warm-up followed by a combination from a musical and will touch on iconic choreographers and their contribution to the art form.
Monday
8:15 PM to 9:15 PM
8:15 PM to 9:15 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Teen Jazz
An accelerated intermediate level class that explores classic jazz isolations, proper warm up and stretching, across the floor progressions, and phrase work to practice learning choreography. This class is designed for the teen dancer with little or no prior experience.
An accelerated intermediate level class that explores classic jazz isolations, proper warm up and stretching, across the floor progressions, and phrase work to practice learning choreography. This class is designed for the teen dancer with little or no prior experience.
Monday
8:15 PM to 9:15 PM
8:15 PM to 9:15 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Jazz II
A high-energy class for beginners that focuses on rhythm and baseline jazz technique, proper warm-up and stretching, stylized movement, and basic across-the-floor progressions.
A high-energy class for beginners that focuses on rhythm and baseline jazz technique, proper warm-up and stretching, stylized movement, and basic across-the-floor progressions.
Tuesday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet I
This class is full
This class teaches children the beginning fundamentals of ballet such as ballet steps, stretching, across the floor exercises and center activities, as well as ballet technique and vocabulary.
This class is full
This class teaches children the beginning fundamentals of ballet such as ballet steps, stretching, across the floor exercises and center activities, as well as ballet technique and vocabulary.
Tuesday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet II
This class prepares children for traditional ballet techniques. Proper posture, alignment, and musicality are taught through ballet barre work, imaginative games and across the floor exercises.
This class prepares children for traditional ballet techniques. Proper posture, alignment, and musicality are taught through ballet barre work, imaginative games and across the floor exercises.
Tuesday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Pre-Ballet
This class is full
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
This class is full
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
Tuesday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Diamond Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Jazz IV
**For Ballet Level V Dancers** This intermediate jazz technique class includes a full warm-up, across-the-floor progressions, and stylized movement focusing on musicality, quality of movement, and expression. This class gives students a thorough grounding in jazz terminology and technique while giving them an opportunity to grow as performers.
**For Ballet Level V Dancers** This intermediate jazz technique class includes a full warm-up, across-the-floor progressions, and stylized movement focusing on musicality, quality of movement, and expression. This class gives students a thorough grounding in jazz terminology and technique while giving them an opportunity to grow as performers.
Tuesday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet I
This class is full
This class teaches children the beginning fundamentals of ballet such as ballet steps, stretching, across the floor exercises and center activities, as well as ballet technique and vocabulary.
This class is full
This class teaches children the beginning fundamentals of ballet such as ballet steps, stretching, across the floor exercises and center activities, as well as ballet technique and vocabulary.
Tuesday
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Diamond Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet III
In this class, students develop the strength and elegance of a ballet dancer, while learning discipline, classroom etiquette and the love of ballet. A structured ballet class is taught, consisting of an introduction to barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
In this class, students develop the strength and elegance of a ballet dancer, while learning discipline, classroom etiquette and the love of ballet. A structured ballet class is taught, consisting of an introduction to barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Tuesday
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Pre-Tap
This class teaches the fundamentals of tap in a fun and age appropriate environment. Dancers will learn basic tap steps and terminology with a warm up, across the floor exercises, and simple choreography. They will learn to move rhythmically to upbeat, high energy music!
This class teaches the fundamentals of tap in a fun and age appropriate environment. Dancers will learn basic tap steps and terminology with a warm up, across the floor exercises, and simple choreography. They will learn to move rhythmically to upbeat, high energy music!
Tuesday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Jazz V
This advanced jazz technique class offers students an opportunity to push themselves technically, while further developing their performative range and individual artistic voice. The warm-up and progressions use classic jazz techniques to develop students' musicality, athleticism, alignment, and performance. For Ballet VI dancers.
This advanced jazz technique class offers students an opportunity to push themselves technically, while further developing their performative range and individual artistic voice. The warm-up and progressions use classic jazz techniques to develop students' musicality, athleticism, alignment, and performance. For Ballet VI dancers.
Tuesday
6:00 PM to 7:15 PM
6:00 PM to 7:15 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Modern III
**For Ballet Level VII and VIII Dancers**This advanced class is designed for students with a high degree of technical level and the ability to adapt their skills to a variety of forms within the modern dance discipline. Students are provided with technically challenging material to expand their movement capabilities, which aids in their artistic growth as performers. Personal movement style and individual performance are strongly emphasized.
**For Ballet Level VII and VIII Dancers**This advanced class is designed for students with a high degree of technical level and the ability to adapt their skills to a variety of forms within the modern dance discipline. Students are provided with technically challenging material to expand their movement capabilities, which aids in their artistic growth as performers. Personal movement style and individual performance are strongly emphasized.
Tuesday
6:00 PM to 7:15 PM
6:00 PM to 7:15 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet IV
This level is designed for dancers with two or more years of continuous study. Ballet IVA continues the fundamentals of classical ballet focusing on use of the arms and head. This is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
This level is designed for dancers with two or more years of continuous study. Ballet IVA continues the fundamentals of classical ballet focusing on use of the arms and head. This is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Tuesday
6:15 PM to 7:30 PM
6:15 PM to 7:30 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Jazz VI
**For Ballet Level VII and VIII Dancers**This advanced jazz technique class offers students an opportunity to push themselves technically, while further developing their performative range and individual artistic voice. The warm-up and progressions use classic jazz techniques to develop students' musicality, athleticism, alignment, and performance.
**For Ballet Level VII and VIII Dancers**This advanced jazz technique class offers students an opportunity to push themselves technically, while further developing their performative range and individual artistic voice. The warm-up and progressions use classic jazz techniques to develop students' musicality, athleticism, alignment, and performance.
Tuesday
7:15 PM to 8:30 PM
7:15 PM to 8:30 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Modern II
**For Ballet VI Dancers**This intermediate class reinforces the fundamental concepts of space, time, and energy through the practices of modern dance techniques. Intermediate modern students focus on alignment, technique, and performance. In addition, this class explores floor work, partnering, and improvisation.
**For Ballet VI Dancers**This intermediate class reinforces the fundamental concepts of space, time, and energy through the practices of modern dance techniques. Intermediate modern students focus on alignment, technique, and performance. In addition, this class explores floor work, partnering, and improvisation.
Tuesday
7:15 PM to 8:30 PM
7:15 PM to 8:30 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Hip Hop I
This class is full
This class will build upon the fundamental moves of hip hop through across the floor combinations and challenging center combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, footwork, improvisation, strength building, and style.
This class is full
This class will build upon the fundamental moves of hip hop through across the floor combinations and challenging center combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, footwork, improvisation, strength building, and style.
Tuesday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Pre-Ballet
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
Wednesday
3:15 PM to 4:00 PM
3:15 PM to 4:00 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet III
In this class, students develop the strength and elegance of a ballet dancer, while learning discipline, classroom etiquette and the love of ballet. A structured ballet class is taught, consisting of an introduction to barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
In this class, students develop the strength and elegance of a ballet dancer, while learning discipline, classroom etiquette and the love of ballet. A structured ballet class is taught, consisting of an introduction to barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Wednesday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Hippity Hoppity
This class is full
This introductory class will teach students the fundamental hip hop movements. Students will practice proper warm up, stretching, across the floor, and dance combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, and style. No experience required.
This class is full
This introductory class will teach students the fundamental hip hop movements. Students will practice proper warm up, stretching, across the floor, and dance combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, and style. No experience required.
Wednesday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Jazz I
This class is full
An introduction to jazz technique with an emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic jazz motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance, and dynamics.
This class is full
An introduction to jazz technique with an emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic jazz motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance, and dynamics.
Wednesday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Diamond Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Pre-Ballet
This class is full
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
This class is full
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
Wednesday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet V
An intermediate level ballet class that involves pre-pointe and beginning pointe work. This class focuses on advancing and strengthening the dancer through a structured technical class. At least 2 years of consecutive ballet training is required to be evaluated for pointe. Teacher recommendation required.
An intermediate level ballet class that involves pre-pointe and beginning pointe work. This class focuses on advancing and strengthening the dancer through a structured technical class. At least 2 years of consecutive ballet training is required to be evaluated for pointe. Teacher recommendation required.
Wednesday
5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet VI
Upper level ballet & pointe technique. This class works on advancing and strengthening the dancer through a structured technical class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Upper level ballet & pointe technique. This class works on advancing and strengthening the dancer through a structured technical class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Wednesday
5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Hippity Hoppity
This class is full
This introductory class will teach students the fundamental hip hop movements. Students will practice proper warm up, stretching, across the floor, and dance combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, and style. No experience required.
This class is full
This introductory class will teach students the fundamental hip hop movements. Students will practice proper warm up, stretching, across the floor, and dance combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, and style. No experience required.
Wednesday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Jazz I
An introduction to jazz technique with an emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic jazz motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance, and dynamics.
An introduction to jazz technique with an emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic jazz motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance, and dynamics.
Wednesday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Diamond Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Hip Hop I
This class is full
Level I hip hop will teach the fundamental moves of hip hop through across the floor and center combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, improvisation, strength building and style. No experience required.
This class is full
Level I hip hop will teach the fundamental moves of hip hop through across the floor and center combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, improvisation, strength building and style. No experience required.
Wednesday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet VII
Advanced level ballet and pointe technique. Students continue developing their strength and flexibility, while adding performance quality. It is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, adagio, pirouettes, petite allegro and grand allegro, all with emphasis on proper technique and quality of movement. Pointe work is done in center, away from the barre, at this level.
Advanced level ballet and pointe technique. Students continue developing their strength and flexibility, while adding performance quality. It is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, adagio, pirouettes, petite allegro and grand allegro, all with emphasis on proper technique and quality of movement. Pointe work is done in center, away from the barre, at this level.
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet VIII
Our most advanced level ballet & pointe technique class. Students continue developing their strength and flexibility, while adding performance quality. It is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, adagio, pirouettes, petite allegro and grand allegro, all with emphasis on proper technique and quality of movement.
Our most advanced level ballet & pointe technique class. Students continue developing their strength and flexibility, while adding performance quality. It is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, adagio, pirouettes, petite allegro and grand allegro, all with emphasis on proper technique and quality of movement.
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Advanced Hip Hop I
This class will build upon the fundamental moves of hip hop through across the floor combinations and challenging center combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, footwork, improvisation, strength building, and style.
This class will build upon the fundamental moves of hip hop through across the floor combinations and challenging center combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, footwork, improvisation, strength building, and style.
Wednesday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Advanced Basic Ballet I
An accelerated, classical ballet level for beginners. This is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
An accelerated, classical ballet level for beginners. This is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Wednesday
8:00 PM to 9:15 PM
8:00 PM to 9:15 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Advanced Hip Hop II
This advanced level class will build upon the fundamental moves of hip hop through across the floor and challenging center combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, improvisation, strength building, and style. For mature dancers with at least 2 years of hip hop experience.
This advanced level class will build upon the fundamental moves of hip hop through across the floor and challenging center combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, improvisation, strength building, and style. For mature dancers with at least 2 years of hip hop experience.
Wednesday
8:00 PM to 9:15 PM
8:00 PM to 9:15 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Hip Hop II
This class will reinforce the fundamental moves of hip hop through across the floor and center combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, improvisation, strength building and style. No experience required.
This class will reinforce the fundamental moves of hip hop through across the floor and center combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, improvisation, strength building and style. No experience required.
Wednesday
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet I
This class teaches children the beginning fundamentals of ballet such as ballet steps, stretching, across the floor exercises and center activities, as well as ballet technique and vocabulary.
This class teaches children the beginning fundamentals of ballet such as ballet steps, stretching, across the floor exercises and center activities, as well as ballet technique and vocabulary.
Thursday
3:15 PM to 4:15 PM
3:15 PM to 4:15 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Pre-Ballet
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
Thursday
3:30 PM to 4:15 PM
3:30 PM to 4:15 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet III
In this class, students develop the strength and elegance of a ballet dancer, while learning discipline, classroom etiquette and the love of ballet. A structured ballet class is taught, consisting of an introduction to barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
In this class, students develop the strength and elegance of a ballet dancer, while learning discipline, classroom etiquette and the love of ballet. A structured ballet class is taught, consisting of an introduction to barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Thursday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet II
This class is full
This class prepares children for traditional ballet techniques. Proper posture, alignment, and musicality are taught through ballet barre work, imaginative games and across the floor exercises.
This class is full
This class prepares children for traditional ballet techniques. Proper posture, alignment, and musicality are taught through ballet barre work, imaginative games and across the floor exercises.
Thursday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Diamond Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Hippity Hoppity
This introductory class will teach students the fundamental hip hop movements. Students will practice proper warm up, stretching, across the floor, and dance combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, and style. No experience required.
This introductory class will teach students the fundamental hip hop movements. Students will practice proper warm up, stretching, across the floor, and dance combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, and style. No experience required.
Thursday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Jazz I
An introduction to jazz technique with an emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic jazz motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance, and dynamics.
An introduction to jazz technique with an emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic jazz motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance, and dynamics.
Thursday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet IV
This class is full
This level is designed for dancers with two or more years of continuous study. Ballet IVA continues the fundamentals of classical ballet focusing on use of the arms and head. This is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
This class is full
This level is designed for dancers with two or more years of continuous study. Ballet IVA continues the fundamentals of classical ballet focusing on use of the arms and head. This is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Thursday
5:00 PM to 6:15 PM
5:00 PM to 6:15 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Commercial Contemporary II
**For Ballet Level VI Dancers**For Ballet VI and VII dancers. We will explore the total movement potential of the body. This class combines elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, lyrical, and classical ballet. This dance style can be found on SYTYCD, commercials, Broadway, movies, or on tours with recording artists.
**For Ballet Level VI Dancers**For Ballet VI and VII dancers. We will explore the total movement potential of the body. This class combines elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, lyrical, and classical ballet. This dance style can be found on SYTYCD, commercials, Broadway, movies, or on tours with recording artists.
Thursday
5:15 PM to 6:30 PM
5:15 PM to 6:30 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Jazz II
A high-energy class for beginners that focuses on rhythm and baseline jazz technique, proper warm-up and stretching, stylized movement, and basic across-the-floor progressions.
A high-energy class for beginners that focuses on rhythm and baseline jazz technique, proper warm-up and stretching, stylized movement, and basic across-the-floor progressions.
Thursday
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet V
**Technique Class is 6:15-7:30pm. Pointe Class for those who are approved to go "en pointe" is 7:30-8pm**An intermediate level ballet class that involves pre-pointe and beginning pointe work. This class focuses on advancing and strengthening the dancer through a structured technical class. At least 2 years of consecutive ballet training is required to be evaluated for pointe. Teacher recommendation required.
**Technique Class is 6:15-7:30pm. Pointe Class for those who are approved to go "en pointe" is 7:30-8pm**An intermediate level ballet class that involves pre-pointe and beginning pointe work. This class focuses on advancing and strengthening the dancer through a structured technical class. At least 2 years of consecutive ballet training is required to be evaluated for pointe. Teacher recommendation required.
Thursday
6:15 PM to 7:30 PM
6:15 PM to 7:30 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Tap II
Build upon the basic fundamentals of rhythm tap through musicality, coordination, and sound. The focus of each tap class is to improve the student’s sound clarity, rhythm and musicality, timing and phrasing. Classes are structured in the traditional tap format; warm-up exercises, technique and progressive movements, combination or dance routine. For dancers with 1-2 years of tap experience.
Build upon the basic fundamentals of rhythm tap through musicality, coordination, and sound. The focus of each tap class is to improve the student’s sound clarity, rhythm and musicality, timing and phrasing. Classes are structured in the traditional tap format; warm-up exercises, technique and progressive movements, combination or dance routine. For dancers with 1-2 years of tap experience.
Thursday
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Commercial Contemporary III
**For Ballet Level VII and VIII Dancers** We will explore the total movement potential of the body. This class combines elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, lyrical, and classical ballet. This dance style can be found on SYTYCD, commercials, Broadway, movies, or on tours with recording artists.
**For Ballet Level VII and VIII Dancers** We will explore the total movement potential of the body. This class combines elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, lyrical, and classical ballet. This dance style can be found on SYTYCD, commercials, Broadway, movies, or on tours with recording artists.
Thursday
6:30 PM to 8:15 PM
6:30 PM to 8:15 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Tap III
Intermediate and advanced rhythm tap. These classes continues the development of tap technique & terminology. Students will further develop skills including musicality and sound clarity with an added focus on increasing speed, and developing style.
Intermediate and advanced rhythm tap. These classes continues the development of tap technique & terminology. Students will further develop skills including musicality and sound clarity with an added focus on increasing speed, and developing style.
Thursday
7:15 PM to 8:15 PM
7:15 PM to 8:15 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet V - 30 Minute Pointe Class
**Technique Class is 6:15-7:30pm. Pointe Class only for those who are approved to go "en pointe" is 7:30-8pm**An intermediate level ballet class that involves pre-pointe and beginning pointe work. This class focuses on advancing and strengthening the dancer through a structured technical class. At least 2 years of consecutive ballet training is required to be evaluated for pointe. Teacher recommendation required.
**Technique Class is 6:15-7:30pm. Pointe Class only for those who are approved to go "en pointe" is 7:30-8pm**An intermediate level ballet class that involves pre-pointe and beginning pointe work. This class focuses on advancing and strengthening the dancer through a structured technical class. At least 2 years of consecutive ballet training is required to be evaluated for pointe. Teacher recommendation required.
Thursday
7:30 PM to 8:00 PM
7:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Advanced Basic Ballet II
An accelerated, classical ballet level for beginners. This is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
An accelerated, classical ballet level for beginners. This is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Thursday
8:00 PM to 9:15 PM
8:00 PM to 9:15 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Tap IV
Intermediate and advanced rhythm tap. These classes continues the development of tap technique & terminology. Students will further develop skills including musicality and sound clarity with an added focus on increasing speed, and developing style.
Intermediate and advanced rhythm tap. These classes continues the development of tap technique & terminology. Students will further develop skills including musicality and sound clarity with an added focus on increasing speed, and developing style.
Thursday
8:15 PM to 9:15 PM
8:15 PM to 9:15 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Basic Ballet
An accelerated, classical ballet level for beginners. This is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
An accelerated, classical ballet level for beginners. This is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Friday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Beginner Boys Ballet
This class is designed to incorporate WEAD's ballet syllabus in addition to developing the student’s large motor skills, flexibility, and strength. The class provides a learning environment that encourages technique and athleticism as well as camaraderie with fellow boys. Should be taken in conjunction with a regular season ballet class.
This class is designed to incorporate WEAD's ballet syllabus in addition to developing the student’s large motor skills, flexibility, and strength. The class provides a learning environment that encourages technique and athleticism as well as camaraderie with fellow boys. Should be taken in conjunction with a regular season ballet class.
Friday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Hippity Hoppity
This introductory class will teach students the fundamental hip hop movements. Students will practice proper warm up, stretching, across the floor, and dance combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, and style. No experience required.
This introductory class will teach students the fundamental hip hop movements. Students will practice proper warm up, stretching, across the floor, and dance combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, and style. No experience required.
Friday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Advanced Basic Ballet I
An accelerated, classical ballet level for beginners. This is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
An accelerated, classical ballet level for beginners. This is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Friday
5:00 PM to 6:15 PM
5:00 PM to 6:15 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet VI
This class is full
This class will include a technique class with an emphasis and focus on pointe work. Similar to Intermediate Pointe from years past but with an added technique portion of class.
This class is full
This class will include a technique class with an emphasis and focus on pointe work. Similar to Intermediate Pointe from years past but with an added technique portion of class.
Friday
5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Boys Hip Hop
Friday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Hip Hop I
Level I hip hop will teach the fundamental moves of hip hop through across the floor and center combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, improvisation, strength building and style. No experience required.
Level I hip hop will teach the fundamental moves of hip hop through across the floor and center combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, improvisation, strength building and style. No experience required.
Friday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Intermediate Boys Ballet
This class is designed to incorporate WEAD's ballet syllabus in addition to developing the student’s large motor skills, flexibility, and strength. The class provides a learning environment that encourages technique and athleticism as well as camaraderie with fellow boys. Should be taken in conjunction with a regular season ballet class.
This class is designed to incorporate WEAD's ballet syllabus in addition to developing the student’s large motor skills, flexibility, and strength. The class provides a learning environment that encourages technique and athleticism as well as camaraderie with fellow boys. Should be taken in conjunction with a regular season ballet class.
Friday
6:15 PM to 7:30 PM
6:15 PM to 7:30 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Pre-Pointe
Ballet Levels eligible for this class: Ballet IV, Ballet V, Basic Ballet, Advanced Basic Ballet I and II
This class is designed to help strengthen your feet, ankles, and body in preparation for pointe work. No actual pointe work will take place in this class. Dancers can take this class whether or not they are approved for pointe. It's a great idea for any dancer who has a goal of dancing "en pointe"!
This is a non-performance class, meaning this class does not perform in the recital. It is a strengthening and technique class only!
Must be enrolled in a regular ballet technique class. This is meant to be an additional ballet class!
Ballet Levels eligible for this class: Ballet IV, Ballet V, Basic Ballet, Advanced Basic Ballet I and II
This class is designed to help strengthen your feet, ankles, and body in preparation for pointe work. No actual pointe work will take place in this class. Dancers can take this class whether or not they are approved for pointe. It's a great idea for any dancer who has a goal of dancing "en pointe"!
This is a non-performance class, meaning this class does not perform in the recital. It is a strengthening and technique class only!
Must be enrolled in a regular ballet technique class. This is meant to be an additional ballet class!
Friday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Pre-Ballet
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
Saturday
9:00 AM to 9:45 AM
9:00 AM to 9:45 AM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet I
This class teaches children the beginning fundamentals of ballet such as ballet steps, stretching, across the floor exercises and center activities, as well as ballet technique and vocabulary.
This class teaches children the beginning fundamentals of ballet such as ballet steps, stretching, across the floor exercises and center activities, as well as ballet technique and vocabulary.
Saturday
9:15 AM to 10:15 AM
9:15 AM to 10:15 AM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Advanced Contemporary I
**For Ballet Level V Dancers** Contemporary I (ages 10+) is an introduction to combining classical ballet technique with the floor work and dynamics of modern dance. This class also explores storytelling through current music. Dancers are strongly encouraged to have at least 2 years of ballet training. This class moves at a slightly faster pace than Contemporary I.
**For Ballet Level V Dancers** Contemporary I (ages 10+) is an introduction to combining classical ballet technique with the floor work and dynamics of modern dance. This class also explores storytelling through current music. Dancers are strongly encouraged to have at least 2 years of ballet training. This class moves at a slightly faster pace than Contemporary I.
Saturday
9:45 AM to 10:45 AM
9:45 AM to 10:45 AM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet II
This class prepares children for traditional ballet techniques. Proper posture, alignment, and musicality are taught through ballet barre work, imaginative games and across the floor exercises.
This class prepares children for traditional ballet techniques. Proper posture, alignment, and musicality are taught through ballet barre work, imaginative games and across the floor exercises.
Saturday
9:45 AM to 10:45 AM
9:45 AM to 10:45 AM
Diamond Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Advanced Pointe
Saturday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Pre-Ballet
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
Saturday
10:15 AM to 11:00 AM
10:15 AM to 11:00 AM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Hippity Hoppity
This class will teach students the fundamental hip hop movements. Students will practice proper warm up, stretching, across the floor, and dance combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, and style. No experience required.
There will be a parent observation day on the last class. This class does not perform in the recital.
This class will teach students the fundamental hip hop movements. Students will practice proper warm up, stretching, across the floor, and dance combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, and style. No experience required.
There will be a parent observation day on the last class. This class does not perform in the recital.
Saturday
10:45 AM to 11:45 AM
10:45 AM to 11:45 AM
Diamond Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance