upcoming DANCE classes
Our dance division consists of three primary forms of dance: tap, jazz, and ballet, incorporating various styles such as modern, lyrical, and hip hop as they pertain to specific choreographers such as Bob Fosse, Gregory Hines, or Michael Kidd. Students will be evaluated for appropriate instruction
LEVEL 1 HIP HOP
Saturdays: 9:00am-9:45am
By Level
Instructor: Kassandra Grant- Sullivan
Level 1 Hip Hop will follow the same format at Ballet/Tap 1, where students will learn the correct technique and terminology, while also being encouraged to improvise, and gain a greater understanding of dance as an art form. This class will be involved in two performances per school year, including the Winter-Holiday-Festival and Just Dance Showcase. Students must provide pink, white or black leggings or pants (not floor length), and black jazz shoes (not jazz sneakers). Proper attire is expected for every class.
- There is a minimum of 5 students for this class to run
Tuition: $50/month
Materials Fee: $90 (Included: costume, purchase or rental)
Required: dance attire and footwear (not included)
LITTLE PRIMAS DANCE
Saturdays: 11:00am-12:00pm
Grades Pre-K through Kindergarten
Instructor: Kassandra Grant- Sullivan
Little Primas is a class that encourages young children to practice their gross motor skills, while also gaining a basic knowledge of ballet technique and terminology. The class will culminate in a performance at our annual Just Dance! Showcase concert. Students must provide white tights, a white leotard, and pink ballet shoes, with hair off the face. Proper attire is expected for every class.
- There is a minimum of 5 students for this class to run
Tuition: $50/month
Materials Fee: $90 (Included: costume, purchase or rental)
Required: dance attire and footwear (not included)
BEGINNER DANCE
Instructor: Dori Bryan
BEGINNER TAP
Grades 3-6
Wednesdays: 3:45pm-4:15pm
$50/month
Tap beginnings focus is on the flap and shuffle execution. Students will undergo drill exercises helping them to master basic tap sequences with the emphasis on sound and rhythmic accuracy. Students will then proceed to more involved combinations culminating in a year end performance.
BEGINNER BALLET
Grades 3-6
Wednesdays: 4:15-4:45pm
$50/month
Ballet Beginnings focus is on proper stretching, balance and posture. Thorough basic pile and tendu exercises, students will work in first and second position initially with the emphasis on correct turnout. Simple combinations and choreography will serve as a means by which students will execute their technique. Students will prepare a routine showcasing their progress culminating in a year end performance.
BEGINNER JAZZ FUNK/HIP HOP
Grades 3-6
Weds 4:45-5:15pm
$50/month
Jazz Funk focuses on rhythm, style, and confidence. Following a thorough warm-up, students will be challenged with an energetic, contemporary choreography. Students will work as an ensemble dance troupe, showcasing their progress individually and collectively. Featuring a variety of great dance music from some of our most popular artists, students will prepare a routineculminating in a year end performance.
- There is a minimum of 5 students per class in order to run
Materials Fee: $90 (Included: costume, purchase or rental)
Required: dance attire and footwear (not included)
INTERMEDIATE TAP
Grades 6-12
Saturdays 11:15am-12:00pm
Instructor : Dori Bryan
Intermediate Tap emphasizes on traditional tap technique syncopated rhythms and choreography. The adult class is a great alterative to routine exercise.
- There is a minimum of 5 students for this class to run
Tuition:$60/ Month
Materials Fee: $90 (Included: costume, purchase or rental)
Required: dance attire and footwear (not included)
INTERMEDIATE BALLET/JAZZ LYRICAL
Grades 6-12
Saturdays: 9:00am-10:15am
Instructor Dori Bryan
This is a unique course designed by Theatre Arts Director, Dori Bryan. The course begins with a focus on healthy stretching, posture, balance, alignment, and turnout. Choreography includes a concentrate in traditional ballet, lyrical, and modern studies. Students will then interpret a story through their dance. Past performances include Alvin Ailey's Revelations, Rhapsody In Blue, Aida, and the Shawhank Redemption for which Dori received Platinum Recognition and an Outstanding Choreography nomination at Access Broadway: A National Competition
- There is a minimum of 5 students for this class to run
Tuition:$70/ month
Materials Fee: $90 (Included: costume, purchase or rental)
Required: dance attire and footwear (not included)
INTERMEDIATE JAZZ FUNK/HIP HOP
Grades 6-12
Saturdays: 10:15am-11:00am
Instructor: Dori Bryan
Jazz Funk focuses on rhythm, style and confidence. Following a thorough warm-up, students will be challenged with energetic, contemporary choreography. Students will work as an ensemble dance troupe, showcasing their progress individually and collectively. Featuring a variety of great dance music from some of our most popular artists,students will prepare a routine culminating in a year endperformance.
- There is a minimum of 5 students for this class to run
Tuition:$60/ Month
Materials Fee: $90 (Included: costume, purchase or rental)
Required: dance attire and footwear (not included)
Holiday and School Vacation Observances
No Classes will be held on the following days:
- Columbus Day - Monday, October 12
- Thanksgiving Break - Thursday, November 26 through Saturday, November 28
- Winter Break - Sunday, December 20 through Sunday, January 3
- Martin Luther King Day - Monday, January 18
- February Break - Sunday, February 14 through Sunday, February 21
- April Vacation - Sunday, April 18 through Sunday April 25
- Memorial Day - Monday, May 31