Ballet Technique
Oldest codified technique to date; classes will focus primarily on developing a strong
technical foundation, while emphasizing proper alignment, strength, and musicality.
Modern Technique
Derived from Ballet Technique, Modern Dance has evolved as a self-expressive art form
drawing influence from all dance forms past and present, as well as music, theater,
and the fine arts. Students will gain a strong technical base, in addition to enhance
their improvisational and partnering skills.
Jazz Technique
Classes will focus on strong Jazz technique, terminology and movement quality with
an emphasis on proper execution of Jazz isolations, syncopated rhythms and stylistic
approach in execution of movement.
Tap Technique
A truly American dance form, Tap dance is a combination of Irish Step Dancing and
African dance developed during the 1900s in the U.S. Students will be introduced to
basic tap dance technique, while developing rhythmic skills and musicality.
Hip Hop Technique
Hip Hop dance is a social style of dance derived from hip hop culture: music, clothing,
and language. Students will learn basic hip hop forms like popping, locking and breaking.
Isolation and Improvisation skills will also be taught.
Bollywood Technique
Bollywood dancing is a colorful, dynamic, and theatrical style of dance seen in Indian
films. Bollywood combines classical and folk Indian dance techniques while also incorporating
some contemporary western dance styles. Having very few set rules, Bollywood dancing
is a perfect outlet for self-expression. Students will learn the basics of Indian
dance using fun, fast-based choreography set to a popular Indian film song.
Improvisation
This exploratory movement-based class provides a space for dancers to create and generate
movement inspired from a variety of guided prompts. Dancers will have the opportunity
to ignite their movement curiosity, while maintaining a heightened body awareness
in their journey into movement self-discovery.
Novice Beginner: New to dance with little to no prior knowledge of the technique of the intended class.
Beginner: New to dance or interested in re-establishing knowledge and technical skill. Instruction will move at a slow to moderate progression.
Advanced Beginner: Interested in re-establishing knowledge and technical skill. Instruction will move at a moderate progression.
Intermediate: Prior dance knowledge and experience is suggested. Instruction will move at a quicker pace at a moderate technical skill.
Advanced Intermediate: Prior dance knowledge and experience is required. Instruction will move at a quicker pace at an advanced technical skill.