Classes
Tap
Classes in tap include beginning steps through very advanced techniques. One or two dances will be learned during the year. Tap is an excellent way to develop rhythmic skills and coordination. Classes are available for ages 6 through college.
Ballet
We consider Ballet the basis for all dance and the most important technique to master. These classes will include barre exercises for warm-ups and technique development, floor work for basic steps, turns, leaps and combinations. Two to three dances will be learned during the year. Ballet classes are especially good for gymnasts, swimmers, skaters, twirlers or models. Recommended ages for these classes are 6 years of age through college.
Jazz
This form of dance is very popular with all age groups. The classes include basic jazz techniques, turns, leaps and up to date combinations. Several dances will be learned during the year. Jazz dancing provides very good exercise and helps to develop coordination for ages 6 through college. Our teachers keep up on what is current by traveling to New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles frequently to attend classes at Broadway Dance Center(NYC), Lou Conte Dance Studio(CHI), The Edge Performing Arts Center(LA), Gus Giordano's(CHI), & Steps on Broadway(NYC).
Hip-Hop
This is a class for middle school, high school, and college students. They will learn the basic steps of Hip-Hop, several combinations and dances. No previous dance experience is necessary. Style examples include Pop N Lock, House, Funk, PureFunk, Jazz Funk House, Street Jazz & Wackin.
Combination
This class includes all types of dance; tap, ballet and jazz. It is for students of kindergarten age through second grade who have had at least one year of tap and ballet. Beginning and intermediate classes are offered.
Pre-dance
This class is offered as an introduction to dance for 4 & 5 year olds. They will learn the basics of tap, ballet, rhythm and basic movements, plus they will learn several complete dances.
Tumbling
This class is for students age 7 through high school. They will learn basic tumbling skills on mats.
