Ballet
Ballet is the foundation for many other forms of dance and cross-training. From ballet basics at the barre, to phrases across the floor as well as combinations in the center, this class will give dancers a well-rounded background in ballet. It builds long and lean muscles and instills incredible etiquette in young girls. Your child will increases their flexibility and range of motion in this class. Other benefits include: poise and confidence, Improves posture, Enhances concentration, coordination, and focus, Relieves stress/emotional outlet for expression
Twinkle Babies & Twinkle Stars
- Twinkle Babies Ages 2-3 yrs
- Twinkle Stars Ages 3-4 yrs
- Twinkle Stars Ages 4-5 yrs
This is a fabulous introductory class for your little dancer. The children are introduced to the basic concepts of rhythm and movement using creative games that expand their individual creativity. They will learn spacial awareness, listening skills, group socialization and structure. They will strengthen their bodies and learn coordination to ready themselves for the next level in dance. Our goal is to make sure we are building the love of dance in each child, nurturing their natural creativity in a fun and loving atmosphere. Additionally, our goal is to awaken interest, enthusiasm and self confidence through dance. The class is made up of Ballet, Jazz & Tap Elements.
Dress Code:
- Ballet Shoes
- Black Tap Shoes
- Bodysuit (as fabulous and fantastic as they would like)
- Optional: Tights
Ballet Level 1
- Ages 6-8 yrs
For little ones who have dreams of dancing ballet! This class will introduce students to ballet in a fun yet structured setting! Similar to our creative moment classes, this class focuses on social skills, cooperation, and the joy of dance and music, while specifically incorporating ballet terminology and movement! We encourage all dancers to foster their creativity and personal expression. Terminology in this class are catered to their age group for budding ballerinas.
- Ballet Shoes
- Bodysuit (as fabulous and fantastic as they would like)
- Tights
Ballet Level 2
- Ages 9-11 yrs
This classical dance form is the foundation for all forms of dance! Dancers in this age category will learn the basics, and focus on developing their turn out, discipline, poise, balance, grace, coordination, musicality, and confidence! Classes will move from the barre, to center work, to across the floor work. in addition to basic steps, students will learn body alignment, placement, balance, and elegance.
Dress Code:
- Ballet Shoes
- Bodysuit (as fabulous and fantastic as they would like)
- Tights / shorts
Ballet Level 3
- Ages 12 & Up
At this stage, special attention will be paid to proper execution of skills and muscular development off all our ballet dancers. Terminology will be emphasized and utilized in each class. The knowledge, exercises, and technique used in each class will be utilized in all other forms of dance the student engages in. If applicable, we will work with students who decide to plan for pointe shoes. We will work on strengthening their feet, ankles, and core, along with proper body alignment.
Dress Code:
- Ballet Shoes
- Bodysuit (as fabulous and fantastic as they would like)
- Tights / Shorts
Jazz
Jazz Level 1 & 2
- Level 1 – Ages 6-8 yrs
- Level 2 – Ages 9-11 yrs
As jazz dancers evolve in this style, they will focus on counting steps, timing, changing directions, spotting while turning, body alignment, contractions, and isolations. This class relies on the student’s classical training, yet will push them to a higher level of creative expression through up-tempo movements and tricks, leaps, and turns catered to their level! The music will be engaging and entertaining! Students will be taught the basics of turns and leaps with a focus on proper technique.
Dress Code:
- Tan Jazz Shoes
- Bodysuit (as fabulous and fantastic as they would like)
- Tights / Shorts
Jazz Level 3
- Ages 12 & Up
Students at this higher level of jazz training will focus on more complex choreography and combinations. Students will enjoy broadening their technique, especially in advanced leaps, turns, and jumps in diverse dance styles! Dancers will enjoy a thorough warmup of jazz techniques, learning combinations and practicing steps across the floor. Classes will conclude a combination exploring the many variations of jazz dance!
Dress Code:
- Tan Jazz Shoes
- Bodysuit (as fabulous and fantastic as they would like)
- Tights / Shorts
Acro
Students will learn tumbling, flexibility, muscle control, concentration, and balance skills, with an emphasis on the fundamentals of acrobatics that enhance other dance techniques! From backbends, somersaults, handstands, cartwheels, & handsprings, dancers will be challenged to improve their flexibility at their individual level of experience. Our Levels are also based on milestones reached, and not just age. Students will be assessed at the first class, and then placed in the class that will be the best fit for them.
Tumble Tot Acro
- Ages 4-5 yrs
Acro Level 1 & 2
- Level 1 – Ages 6-9 yrs
- Level 2 – Ages 10 & Up
Dress Code:
- Bare Feet
- Bodysuit (as fabulous and fantastic as they would like)
- Optional: Convertible or Footless Tights, Shorts
Musical Theatre
- Ages 6 & Up
Dress Code:
- Bare Feet
- Bodysuit (as fabulous and fantastic as they would like)
- Shorts or Leggings
Tap
Tap Level 1, 2 & 3
- Ages 6 & Up
As dancers progress, there will be increased focus on learning to properly strengthen, stretch, and care for their ankles and knees for proper execution of skills and steps. A variety of tap dance styles will be explored, from broadway to swing to funky tap! This energizing class will blend repetition, increasing patterns, syncopated rhythm, and expression through tap sounds! Advanced tap dancers will learn faster, more intricate footwork and how to develop speed, clarity, dynamic foot movements, and execution of complicated tap rhythms! New steps, patterns, and combinations will be learned each class to add variety to their tap repertoire. Styles range from hoofing to classic broadway to street and hip hop based tap! Throw in time steps, complex turns, and tons of style, and you have a recipe for a ton of tap FUN!
Dress Code:
- Black Tap Shoes
- Bodysuit (as fabulous and fantastic as they would like)
- Tights / Shorts
Hip Hop
Boys Hip Hop
- Ages 4-5
Learn the latest new moves like seen on awards shows, popular reality shows, current music videos, and L.A.’s coolest street style dance. Learn musicality, rhythm and beats to execute sharp, hard-hitting movement. Students will have a blast dancing to some of the greatest music and choreography of all time. This is a fun and lively class! It’s also a great dance class for boys and girls that really helps boost confidence!
Dress Code:
- Indoor Shoes
- Comfortable / Moveable Clothing
Hip Hop Level 1/2
- Ages 6-9
Learn the latest new moves like seen on awards shows, popular reality shows, current music videos, and L.A.’s coolest street style dance. Learn musicality, rhythm and beats to execute sharp, hard-hitting movement. Students will have a blast dancing to some of the greatest music and choreography of all time. This is a fun and lively class! It’s also a great dance class for boys and girls that really helps boost confidence!
Dress Code:
- Indoor Shoes
- Comfortable / Moveable Clothing
Hip Hop Level 2/3
- Ages 10 & Up
Advanced hip hop students will incorporate concepts that include character play, rhythms, shapes, levels, and transitions in order to give more dimension and variation to classic hip hop movements. This style is thrilling, energetic, and adventurous with athletic movements tossed in! Classes will explore all forms of hip hop, including ones you might see on popular TV shows! If your dancer is looking to groove, this is the class for them!
Dress Code:
- Indoor Shoes
- Comfortable / Moveable Clothing
Caregiver & Me
Caregiver and Me is a joyful and interactive dance class designed for babies and their caregivers to bond through music, movement, and playful activities. This class provides a nurturing environment where caregivers can engage with their little ones in a fun, supportive, and developmental setting.
- Ages 6 Months – 2 yrs
Dress Code:
- Comfortable clothing that allows for free movement.
Lyrical / Contemporary
- Ages 10 & Up
Dress Code:
- Bare feet / half soles / ballet shoes (what you are most comfortable with)
- Bodysuit (as fabulous and fantastic as they would like)
- Tights / Shorts