COMPETITIVE CLASS OPTIONS

The Competitive series of classes is intended for dancers looking for more intensive training for the purpose of performing more regularly, participating in competitions, and/or preparing for a profession in the dance industry.  All classes are available in levels 1 through 7 (except for Pre-Pointe/Pointe) and placement is determined by the instructor.

PERFORMANCES
1 dance at one annual recital show (excluding technique-only ballet and acro)

TUITION
$82 per month
$50 one-time yearly registration fee

BALLET
Through the discipline of classical ballet, dancers will develop proper body alignment, placement, flexibility, and strength. They will learn the structure of a ballet class, terminology, and dance history along with fine-tuning their bodies. Ballet is the foundation of dance and essential in helping build strong dancers that are successful in all other styles of dance.

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JAZZ / TURNS & LEAPS
Jazz/ Turns & Leaps class will focus on a variety of turns, jumps, and transitional steps utilizing jazz technique. Students will work on correct body alignment, coordination, strength, and flexibility. Dancers will work through different exercises in center and across the floor in addition to learning short combinations that incorporate multiple technical tricks as well as stylized movement.

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HIP HOP
This class has a fun, vibrant atmosphere that will include a wide range of styles including street jazz, breaking, waving, popping, and locking. Classes will utilize grooving, isolations, and footwork to develop style and dynamics. Students will learn dance combinations to a variety of hip hop music incorporating these different techniques.

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CONTEMPORARY
Contemporary teaches students to think outside the box, test limits, and take risks with their movement. It combines athleticism and artistry by combining angular lines, fluidity, and dynamic movement. Students will utilize their foundations in ballet and jazz techniques to support their technique while challenging their style and emotional expression.

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TAP
Tap classes will help students develop rhythm, style, and sound. Dancers will build on flexibility and coordination of the knees and ankles as well as the speed of movement. All levels will work on focusing on proper tap technique and producing clear sounds.

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ACRO
This class will focus on fundamental acrobatic techniques by honing balance, muscle control, discipline, and concentration. Students will learn a variety of tricks including handstands, chest stands, elbow stands, cartwheels, back bends, walkovers, balance, and contortion tricks.  This class is great for students looking to enhance their agility, flexibility, and strength.

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PROGRESSIVE BALLET TECHNIQUE
Progressive Ballet Technique (PBT) is a strengthening program that trains muscle memory to support dancers’ technique. The curriculum focuses on core strength, weight placement, and alignment using PBT equipment and specially designed exercises.

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Stretch 
This class focuses on developing more range of motion and strength for joints. Lengthening key muscles group used in dancing.

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