Our Upper School Dance Program is for both the child (girl or boy) that loves dance and for the child that needs work on their coordination. We teach them how to express themselves through movement.
Upper School Ballet – A classical ballet class, including barre, across the floor, adagio, petite and grand allegro. Honing and refining ballet technique. Ages 6 and up
Upper School Jazz – Works on the different styles of jazz. Such as street jazz, Classic Jazz, and Broadway Style Jazz. Ages 6 and Up
Upper School Tap – Works on the different schools of tap. Classic tap verses Rhythm tap. Ages 6 and Up
Leaps and Turns – Works specifically on leap and turn technique, introducing more advanced turn combos and jump sequences. For ages 8 and up
Drill Team Prep – serves as a drill team audition prep class. This class will work on parade routines, kick routines, military style routines, pom routines, and specific skills school directors are looking for when casting their new team.
Jazz/Lyrical – combines Ballet and Jazz Technique. Great for dancers who don’t like the intense structure of ballet but still want to learn basic ballet technique. This class will also focus on storytelling through movement. Best for Dancers who have at least one year of either ballet or jazz but previous dance experience is not a requirement.
| Class Name | Age Group | Skill Level |
|---|---|---|
| Ballet I | 8 Years & Up | Introductory / Beginning Level |
| Ballet II | 8 Years & Up | Intermediate / Advanced Skill Level - Evaluation Required |
| Beginning Tap | 8 Years & Up | Introductory / Beginning Level |
| Beginning Leaps & Turns | 8 Years & Up | Introductory / Beginning Level |
| Beginning Lyrical/Contemporary | 8 Years & Up | Introductory / Beginning Level |
| Hip Hop | 8 Years & Up | Introductory / Beginning Level |
| Drill Team Prep | 8 Years & Up | Introductory / Beginning Level |
| Homeschool Dance | 8 Years & Up | Introductory / Beginning Level |
