| CLASS DESCRIPTIONS & UNIFORM CODES |
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Dance Basics 3/4 is for three and four year olds and
it is 1 hour in length. The class begins with a fundamental
structured disciplined environment. Proper ballet
terminology is emphasized from a young age. At the half
hour mark the students change to tap shoes. This in turn
helps the young student develop good musicality, timing and
rhythm. The teacher decides which discipline will be
performed in the recital at the end of the year.
it is 1 hour in length. The class begins with a fundamental
structured disciplined environment. Proper ballet
terminology is emphasized from a young age. At the half
hour mark the students change to tap shoes. This in turn
helps the young student develop good musicality, timing and
rhythm. The teacher decides which discipline will be
performed in the recital at the end of the year.
Dance Basics 5/6 is for five and six year
olds and it is 1 hour in length. It is designed to
build upon Dance Basics 3/4. The class begins
with a fundamental structured disciplined
environment. At the half hour mark students
change from ballet to tap shoes. The teacher
decides which discipline will be performed in the
recital at the end of the year.
olds and it is 1 hour in length. It is designed to
build upon Dance Basics 3/4. The class begins
with a fundamental structured disciplined
environment. At the half hour mark students
change from ballet to tap shoes. The teacher
decides which discipline will be performed in the
recital at the end of the year.
Ballet A is for 7 year olds. The class is 1 hour in length
consisting of a 1/2 hour barre and 1/2 hour center. Building
on the skills learned in Dance Basics, students are given
more difficult steps and terminology both at the barre and
center.
consisting of a 1/2 hour barre and 1/2 hour center. Building
on the skills learned in Dance Basics, students are given
more difficult steps and terminology both at the barre and
center.
Ballet B is for 8 year olds. The class is 1 hour in
length. Students learn the positions of the body and
continue to build on the technique from Ballet A.
length. Students learn the positions of the body and
continue to build on the technique from Ballet A.
Ballet 1 Pointe A is for 10 years of age and older.
Class is 1.5 hours in length. Students should now know
all the positions of the body and all the basic exercises at
the barre. Students are asked to have a good
understanding of what each exercise accomplishes and
what the dancer gains from each exercise. Some
exercises are preparatory for pointe work. Pointe is
introduced in this level. Student should take at least 2
classes per week.
Class is 1.5 hours in length. Students should now know
all the positions of the body and all the basic exercises at
the barre. Students are asked to have a good
understanding of what each exercise accomplishes and
what the dancer gains from each exercise. Some
exercises are preparatory for pointe work. Pointe is
introduced in this level. Student should take at least 2
classes per week.
Ballet 2 Pointe B is for 12 years of age and older.
Class is 1.5 hours in length. After students
demonstrate a solid feeling for pointe both at the barre
and center with proper posture and stretched legs they
then can be considered for Ballet 2. Students at this level
are required to take 3 classes per week.
Class is 1.5 hours in length. After students
demonstrate a solid feeling for pointe both at the barre
and center with proper posture and stretched legs they
then can be considered for Ballet 2. Students at this level
are required to take 3 classes per week.
Ballet 3 Pointe C is for 12 years of age and
older. Class is 2 hours in length emphasizing more
difficult steps and pointe work across the floor for the
student.
older. Class is 2 hours in length emphasizing more
difficult steps and pointe work across the floor for the
student.
Ballet 4 Pointe D is for pre-professional
students 14 years of age and older. Class is 2 hours in
length. Pointe is an integral part of class. Overall
performance above and beyond just executing proper
technique is now required.
students 14 years of age and older. Class is 2 hours in
length. Pointe is an integral part of class. Overall
performance above and beyond just executing proper
technique is now required.
Ballet 5 Pointe E is for pre-professional students
and professionals who exhibit extremely accomplished
technique. Class is 2 hours in length. Pointe is an
integral part of class. The emphasis is on difficult
technique and combinations and routines to develop the
mind and retention skills.
and professionals who exhibit extremely accomplished
technique. Class is 2 hours in length. Pointe is an
integral part of class. The emphasis is on difficult
technique and combinations and routines to develop the
mind and retention skills.
Pas de deux Class is for ballet levels 3, 4, 5
by invitation only. It is a full hour of pointe,
working with men to develop partnering skills
needed for a professional career. Students may not
participate if they have not taken the previous hour
class for warm-up.
by invitation only. It is a full hour of pointe,
working with men to develop partnering skills
needed for a professional career. Students may not
participate if they have not taken the previous hour
class for warm-up.
Jazz A is for 7 year old beginners. Class is 1
hour in length consisting of a warm-up and then
simple steps across the floor.
hour in length consisting of a warm-up and then
simple steps across the floor.
Jazz 1 is for 10 years of age and older. Class is 1
hour in length. Students learn strength exercises and
then short combinations across the floor. Turns are
emphasized.
hour in length. Students learn strength exercises and
then short combinations across the floor. Turns are
emphasized.
Jazz 2 is for 12 years of age and older. Class is 1
hour in length. Students learn more difficult
exercises and now leaps are added to the emphasis
of turns. Combinations are now longer.
hour in length. Students learn more difficult
exercises and now leaps are added to the emphasis
of turns. Combinations are now longer.
Jazz 3 is for 12 years of age and older. Class is 1
hour in length. Students now develop a stronger
sense of self and the use of their arms. Combinations
are longer and much more difficult to remember and
execute. Warm-up is limited as students must be
warmed-up from a previous class.
hour in length. Students now develop a stronger
sense of self and the use of their arms. Combinations
are longer and much more difficult to remember and
execute. Warm-up is limited as students must be
warmed-up from a previous class.
Jazz 4 is for pre-professional students 14 of age
and older. Class is 1 hour in length. Combinations are
difficult requiring strong technique. Warm-up is
limited as dancers must be warmed-up from a
previous class.
and older. Class is 1 hour in length. Combinations are
difficult requiring strong technique. Warm-up is
limited as dancers must be warmed-up from a
previous class.
Jazz 5 is for pre-professional students and
rofessionals who exhibit extremely accomplished
technique. Class is 1 hour in length. The emphasis is
on retention skills of difficult technique. Warm-up is
limited as dancers must be warmed-up from a
previous class.
rofessionals who exhibit extremely accomplished
technique. Class is 1 hour in length. The emphasis is
on retention skills of difficult technique. Warm-up is
limited as dancers must be warmed-up from a
previous class.
Tap 1 is for 7 years of age and older and new students never exposed to tap at any age. Class is 1 hour in length.
Terminology, technique and quality of sounds are Tap emphasizes. Students who have had Dance Basics and retain
training may possibly skip this level.
Terminology, technique and quality of sounds are Tap emphasizes. Students who have had Dance Basics and retain
training may possibly skip this level.
Tap 2 is for 8 years of age and older. The class is 1 hour in length. The emphasis is on more difficult technique than
Tap 1 and more speed in the execution of steps. Students get basic combinations and routines.
Tap 1 and more speed in the execution of steps. Students get basic combinations and routines.
Tap 3 is for 9 years of age and older. The class is 1 hour in length. Students typically have had two to three years
of previous tap. Students learn difficult routines and develop their performance abilities on top of their technical
achievement.
of previous tap. Students learn difficult routines and develop their performance abilities on top of their technical
achievement.
| ETHNIC AND TAP DANCE PROGRAM |
Tap 4 is for 10 years of age and older. The class is 1 hour in length. Students typically have had four to five years
previous training and they exhibit a mature attitude in class and performance. Shoes with heels are required for women
at this level.
previous training and they exhibit a mature attitude in class and performance. Shoes with heels are required for women
at this level.
Tap 5 is for the extremely accomplished tap student and or professional. This student will feel quite comfortable and
accomplished in any master class any where. Again heels are required for women.
accomplished in any master class any where. Again heels are required for women.
Hip Hop 2 is for levels Jazz or Ballet 1, 2 or
higher. Class is 1 hour in length. Students must
have a basic understanding of their body and dance
movement in general to excel in this level.
Combinations are longer with moves that are much
more difficult than Hip Hop 1. Without previous
training students may develop bad habits that are
hard previous class.
higher. Class is 1 hour in length. Students must
have a basic understanding of their body and dance
movement in general to excel in this level.
Combinations are longer with moves that are much
more difficult than Hip Hop 1. Without previous
training students may develop bad habits that are
hard previous class.
| CLASS RECOMMENDATIONS & SCHOOL REQUIREMENTS |
Flamenco with its origins in Spain, is for students who have had little or no tap and have the desire to learn a
beautiful ethnic style of dance. Flamenco is concise and strict with attention to every detail. Flamenco also incorporates
the use of castanets and fancing foot work.
beautiful ethnic style of dance. Flamenco is concise and strict with attention to every detail. Flamenco also incorporates
the use of castanets and fancing foot work.
Guitar and Bass is for ages 7 and older. Emphasis is on theory and composition for the purpose of writing music
and performing diverse genres. Students volunteer to perform twice a year in a recital but it is not required.
SASPA has two guitar teachers..
and performing diverse genres. Students volunteer to perform twice a year in a recital but it is not required.
SASPA has two guitar teachers..
Voice is for ages 7 and older. Emphasis is on basic vocal technique and exposure to various types of composition.
Students volunteer to perform twice a year in a recital but it is not required.
Students volunteer to perform twice a year in a recital but it is not required.
Piano is for ages 5 and older. It is beneficail for students to be able to read. Emphasis is on classical but may also
include Broadway and contemporary styles. Lessons include music theory and history. Students volunteer to perform
twice a year in a recital but it is not required.
include Broadway and contemporary styles. Lessons include music theory and history. Students volunteer to perform
twice a year in a recital but it is not required.
| PRIVATE MUSIC DISCIPLINES OFFERED |
Jazz B is for eight year olds and it is one
hour in length consisting of a is for 8 year olds.
Class is 1 warm-up and short combinations
across the floor.
hour in length consisting of a is for 8 year olds.
Class is 1 warm-up and short combinations
across the floor.
Ballet C is for 9 years of age and older. The class is 1
hour in length. The emphasis is on continued technique and
terminology building upon the previous Ballet B studies.
Students continue to develop memory skills and drill steps
which have not become ingrained or terminology which
continues to elude the student at this age.
hour in length. The emphasis is on continued technique and
terminology building upon the previous Ballet B studies.
Students continue to develop memory skills and drill steps
which have not become ingrained or terminology which
continues to elude the student at this age.
Jazz C is for 9 years of age and older. Class
is 1 hour in length consisting of a strength
warm-up and short combinations across the
floor building on the training from level A and B.
is 1 hour in length consisting of a strength
warm-up and short combinations across the
floor building on the training from level A and B.
Violin is for ages 7 and older. Emphasis is on theory and composition for the purpose of writing music and
performing diverse genres. Students volunteer to perform twice a year in a recital but it is not required.
performing diverse genres. Students volunteer to perform twice a year in a recital but it is not required.
Adult Ballet is for ballet levels beg. - advanced.
See levels C, 1, 2 and 3. It is a full hour class
working teen who does not want to take class with
younger students. Pointe is an option only if a
student has had enough proper training and the
director feels the student can approach pointe
properly.
See levels C, 1, 2 and 3. It is a full hour class
working teen who does not want to take class with
younger students. Pointe is an option only if a
student has had enough proper training and the
director feels the student can approach pointe
properly.
Acting (TV/Screen, Stage) is for students who are ages 7 years of age and older. This class is for students
who desire to study both for the stage and screen. Students learn trust exercises, scene study, how to do cold readings,
how to slate and actual screen experience seeing themselves and being evaluated on overall technique through the camera
and then on screen.
who desire to study both for the stage and screen. Students learn trust exercises, scene study, how to do cold readings,
how to slate and actual screen experience seeing themselves and being evaluated on overall technique through the camera
and then on screen.
Musical Theatre Camps of San Antonio is for students who desire to study the triple threat of musical
theatre. No previous experience is needed. These summer camps offer a complete week of performing arts experience
including dance, acting, singing and stage craft. Offered three times in the summer, it combines fun and knowledge of
the performing art skills necessary to be in a professional production. Campers can do one, two or all three camps.
Each camp is one week long, campers receive lunch everyday, a camp T-shirt, a performance program and every age
group learns a different Broadway Review wrapping up with two performances at the end of the week.
theatre. No previous experience is needed. These summer camps offer a complete week of performing arts experience
including dance, acting, singing and stage craft. Offered three times in the summer, it combines fun and knowledge of
the performing art skills necessary to be in a professional production. Campers can do one, two or all three camps.
Each camp is one week long, campers receive lunch everyday, a camp T-shirt, a performance program and every age
group learns a different Broadway Review wrapping up with two performances at the end of the week.
Hip Hop 1 is for students who are
beginners to dance. Class is 1 hour in length.
Students are introduced to the basic
movements of Hip Hop and isolations through
short combinations. Students that take jazz first
always do much better in hip hop.
beginners to dance. Class is 1 hour in length.
Students are introduced to the basic
movements of Hip Hop and isolations through
short combinations. Students that take jazz first
always do much better in hip hop.
Dance Basics 3/4, 5/6 - Level A, B, C emphasizes creative expressive response to music and the
development of strength, poise and group interaction skills. Special attention is given to the physical, emotional
and mental developmental needs of our youngest students. In young children the muscles and bones are delicate
and must not be over-stressed during their formative years. Our faculty, under the expert guidance of director
Mr. Conway carefully watches for proper, healthy alignment in the legs, lower back and stomach. A graduated,
progressive approach to muscle effort ensures the proper development of young bodies. The levels in this
division gradually introduce students to the balletic syllabus and prepares them to enter the Intermediate Division.
In the Children's Division students build the foundation that is crucial to further development and a lifelong love
and appreciation of dance, movement and the arts.
development of strength, poise and group interaction skills. Special attention is given to the physical, emotional
and mental developmental needs of our youngest students. In young children the muscles and bones are delicate
and must not be over-stressed during their formative years. Our faculty, under the expert guidance of director
Mr. Conway carefully watches for proper, healthy alignment in the legs, lower back and stomach. A graduated,
progressive approach to muscle effort ensures the proper development of young bodies. The levels in this
division gradually introduce students to the balletic syllabus and prepares them to enter the Intermediate Division.
In the Children's Division students build the foundation that is crucial to further development and a lifelong love
and appreciation of dance, movement and the arts.
Intermediate Division (Levels 1, 2) Ages 10 - Up The primary focus of this division is on
developing technique, musicality, proper placement, strength and poise. Pointe work is introduced in Ballet 1.
Students in the Intermediate Division have the opportunity to broaden their dance skills by exploring various
dance styles in addition to ballet. SASPA offers Flamenco, Folklorico, Highland, Hip Hop, Modern, five levels
of Tap, eight levels of ballet and jazz, and partnering as a complete curriculum of dance styles. Because dance
is a performing art, students in Ballet 3 and above may also participate in weekly workshops to develop
performance skills and experience. The students learn to understand how steps taught in ballet class relate to
choreography. Dance taught in workshops are performed in outreach performances year-round.
developing technique, musicality, proper placement, strength and poise. Pointe work is introduced in Ballet 1.
Students in the Intermediate Division have the opportunity to broaden their dance skills by exploring various
dance styles in addition to ballet. SASPA offers Flamenco, Folklorico, Highland, Hip Hop, Modern, five levels
of Tap, eight levels of ballet and jazz, and partnering as a complete curriculum of dance styles. Because dance
is a performing art, students in Ballet 3 and above may also participate in weekly workshops to develop
performance skills and experience. The students learn to understand how steps taught in ballet class relate to
choreography. Dance taught in workshops are performed in outreach performances year-round.
Ballet 3, 4, 5, 6 Focusing on professionally-oriented students, intensive curriculum requires a high level of
motivation. Students continue their training thru continued classical ballet technique and repertoire, pointe,
variations, pas de deux, flamenco, character dance, jazz dance, modern, hip hop and body dynamics. Dance related
academic classes include anatomy, injury prevention, nutrition, dance history and the study of great ballets and
dancers.
motivation. Students continue their training thru continued classical ballet technique and repertoire, pointe,
variations, pas de deux, flamenco, character dance, jazz dance, modern, hip hop and body dynamics. Dance related
academic classes include anatomy, injury prevention, nutrition, dance history and the study of great ballets and
dancers.
Professional Division Ballet 5 - Ballet 6
Focusing on professionally oriented students, the
pre-professional division emphasizes commitment,
artistic integrity, performance quality and technical
excellence. The curriculum in this division is designed
to nurture and develop dancers for a professional
career in dance. The intensive curriculum requires a
high level of motivation. Students may receive training
in classical ballet technique and repertoire, pointe,
variations, pas de deux (partnering), Flamenco,
Folklorico, character dance, jazz dance, modern, hip
hop and body dynamics. Dance related academic
classes include anatomy, injury prevention, nutrition,
dance history and the study of great ballets and
dancers. Selected students from the pre-professional
division perform with the Alamo City Dance Company
in all major productions. Each season, ACDC Director
Mr. Conway chooses a select number of advanced
students to study as apprentices with the professional
company.
Focusing on professionally oriented students, the
pre-professional division emphasizes commitment,
artistic integrity, performance quality and technical
excellence. The curriculum in this division is designed
to nurture and develop dancers for a professional
career in dance. The intensive curriculum requires a
high level of motivation. Students may receive training
in classical ballet technique and repertoire, pointe,
variations, pas de deux (partnering), Flamenco,
Folklorico, character dance, jazz dance, modern, hip
hop and body dynamics. Dance related academic
classes include anatomy, injury prevention, nutrition,
dance history and the study of great ballets and
dancers. Selected students from the pre-professional
division perform with the Alamo City Dance Company
in all major productions. Each season, ACDC Director
Mr. Conway chooses a select number of advanced
students to study as apprentices with the professional
company.
Ballet 6 Pointe F is for pre-professional
students and professionals who exhibit extremely
accomplished technique. Class is 2 hours in length.
Pointe is an integral part of class. The emphasis is
on difficult technique and combinations and routines
to develop the mind and retention skills.
students and professionals who exhibit extremely
accomplished technique. Class is 2 hours in length.
Pointe is an integral part of class. The emphasis is
on difficult technique and combinations and routines
to develop the mind and retention skills.
Boys' Division (Boys A - Boys 5) We are proud to present our program just for boys aged 7-18. The arts,
dance and especially ballet, have often been regarded by boys in the United States to be a girls only endeavor.
However, once a boy has experienced a ballet class he learns that dance is definitely not for "sissies" and learns the
elegance and gentlemanly deportment that are part of the classical arts. The boy's class(es) are geared toward a male
dancer's technique and abilities, requiring focus, strength, stamina, discipline and effort. Boys develop the physicality
necessary to move with grace and strength in equal measure. Motor skills improve, enhancing all physical activities.
Self discipline and respect for others is stressed, and a love and respect for the art of dance begins to develop. In a
boys-only class, young men delight in an atmosphere where they can interact with each other in a challenging and
disciplined setting, without feeling self-conscious. Whether or not the male student pursues dance as a career, the
mental, physical and social skills he acquires in the ballet class will benefit him throughout his life. He will also have
the knowledge and experience to appreciate the value of the arts in today's world.
dance and especially ballet, have often been regarded by boys in the United States to be a girls only endeavor.
However, once a boy has experienced a ballet class he learns that dance is definitely not for "sissies" and learns the
elegance and gentlemanly deportment that are part of the classical arts. The boy's class(es) are geared toward a male
dancer's technique and abilities, requiring focus, strength, stamina, discipline and effort. Boys develop the physicality
necessary to move with grace and strength in equal measure. Motor skills improve, enhancing all physical activities.
Self discipline and respect for others is stressed, and a love and respect for the art of dance begins to develop. In a
boys-only class, young men delight in an atmosphere where they can interact with each other in a challenging and
disciplined setting, without feeling self-conscious. Whether or not the male student pursues dance as a career, the
mental, physical and social skills he acquires in the ballet class will benefit him throughout his life. He will also have
the knowledge and experience to appreciate the value of the arts in today's world.
Dance Basics 3/4, 5/6 1 class per week for 3, 4, 5, and 6 year olds.
Ballet A, B, C should be taking 1 -2 classes per week.
Ballet 1 should be taking 2-3 classes per week. 2 classes per week are required.
Pointe is introduced at this level.
Ballet 2 should be taking 3 classes per week.
Ballet 3 should be taking 4 classes per week.
Ballet 4 should be taking 5 classes per week.
Ballet 5/6 should be taking 6 classes per week.
Pointe students who do not meet these requirements shall have to change their enrollment to a lower level.
Below average attendance will also change a student to a lower level.
THE FOLLOWING IS SASPA'S POINTE REQUIREMENTS PER LEVEL
Ballet 1 2 classes per week minimum w/ pointe
Ballet 2 3 classes per week minimum w/ pointe
Ballet 3 4 classes per week minimum w/ pointe
Ballet 4 5 classes per week minimum w/ pointe
Ballet 5 6 classes per week minimum w/ pointe
If the above is not understood please see the directors of the school so they may explain the necessity of strength training,
continuity and the schools overall responsibility for students attempting more demanding and challenging technique.
Pas de deux class is by invitation only for levels 3, 4, 5.
Students must take Ballet class prior to pas de deux to participate in the class.
Students who are more than ten minutes late for Ballet class prior to Pas de deux class will not be able to participate but
may take pointe with Ballet 2 at the same time.
Jazz Level A/B/1/2 1 or 2 classes per week is recommended.
Jazz Level 3/4/5 2 classes per week is recommended.
Tap 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 1 class per week is recommended.
Modern 1, 2 1 class per week is recommended.
Students are required to be in level 1 or higher and should be warmed-up from a previous class.
Hip Hop 1, 2, 3 1 class per week is recommended.
Hip Hop 3 should be warmed-up from a previous class to take this class.
Highland 1 class per week is recommended
Flamenco 1 class per week is recommended.
Folklorico 1 class per week is recommended.
Tumbling 1 class per week is recommended.
Acting 1 class per week is recommended.
Sasparillas Students must meet requirements.
Coming Attractions Students must meet requirements.
SASPA Dance Co. Students must meet requirements.
ACDC Dancer must meet requirements.
Ballet A, B, C should be taking 1 -2 classes per week.
Ballet 1 should be taking 2-3 classes per week. 2 classes per week are required.
Pointe is introduced at this level.
Ballet 2 should be taking 3 classes per week.
Ballet 3 should be taking 4 classes per week.
Ballet 4 should be taking 5 classes per week.
Ballet 5/6 should be taking 6 classes per week.
Pointe students who do not meet these requirements shall have to change their enrollment to a lower level.
Below average attendance will also change a student to a lower level.
THE FOLLOWING IS SASPA'S POINTE REQUIREMENTS PER LEVEL
Ballet 1 2 classes per week minimum w/ pointe
Ballet 2 3 classes per week minimum w/ pointe
Ballet 3 4 classes per week minimum w/ pointe
Ballet 4 5 classes per week minimum w/ pointe
Ballet 5 6 classes per week minimum w/ pointe
If the above is not understood please see the directors of the school so they may explain the necessity of strength training,
continuity and the schools overall responsibility for students attempting more demanding and challenging technique.
Pas de deux class is by invitation only for levels 3, 4, 5.
Students must take Ballet class prior to pas de deux to participate in the class.
Students who are more than ten minutes late for Ballet class prior to Pas de deux class will not be able to participate but
may take pointe with Ballet 2 at the same time.
Jazz Level A/B/1/2 1 or 2 classes per week is recommended.
Jazz Level 3/4/5 2 classes per week is recommended.
Tap 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 1 class per week is recommended.
Modern 1, 2 1 class per week is recommended.
Students are required to be in level 1 or higher and should be warmed-up from a previous class.
Hip Hop 1, 2, 3 1 class per week is recommended.
Hip Hop 3 should be warmed-up from a previous class to take this class.
Highland 1 class per week is recommended
Flamenco 1 class per week is recommended.
Folklorico 1 class per week is recommended.
Tumbling 1 class per week is recommended.
Acting 1 class per week is recommended.
Sasparillas Students must meet requirements.
Coming Attractions Students must meet requirements.
SASPA Dance Co. Students must meet requirements.
ACDC Dancer must meet requirements.
Percussion (Drums) is for ages 7 and older. Emphasis is on developing hand / eye coordination to create proper
rhythms to enable the student to eventually pursue the genres of music desired. Students volunteer to perform twice a
year in a recital but it is not required.
rhythms to enable the student to eventually pursue the genres of music desired. Students volunteer to perform twice a
year in a recital but it is not required.
Folklorico heavily influenced by Flamenco has its origins in Mexico. This beautiful ethnic style of dance often
represents the state in which it comes from. The style of dress, the shoes performed in and the use of the legs and arms
vary from state to state often telling a story or the dances origin.
represents the state in which it comes from. The style of dress, the shoes performed in and the use of the legs and arms
vary from state to state often telling a story or the dances origin.
Scottish Highland Dancing is a technically challenging ethnic style of dance originating from Scotland. It is
for students seven and older who desire to learn the authentic style of dance performed by the clans of Scotland usually
performed to the bagpipes. Heavily influenced by ballet from across the English channel it also shares similarities with
Irish step dance at times. This style of dance is not to be confused with Scottish Country dancing which is square
dancing.
for students seven and older who desire to learn the authentic style of dance performed by the clans of Scotland usually
performed to the bagpipes. Heavily influenced by ballet from across the English channel it also shares similarities with
Irish step dance at times. This style of dance is not to be confused with Scottish Country dancing which is square
dancing.
Hip Hop 3 is for levels Jazz or Ballet 3, 4, 5.
Class is 1 hour in length. Students must have an
understanding of their body and dance movement.
Combinations are longer and attempt much more
difficult moves than Hip Hop 2. Without previous
training in jazz students may develop bad habits that
are hard to correct and feel incapable to keep up with
the class. Students must be warmed up from a
previous class.
Class is 1 hour in length. Students must have an
understanding of their body and dance movement.
Combinations are longer and attempt much more
difficult moves than Hip Hop 2. Without previous
training in jazz students may develop bad habits that
are hard to correct and feel incapable to keep up with
the class. Students must be warmed up from a
previous class.
| CHILDREN'S DIVISION |
| PRE-PROFESSIONAL |
ZUMBA is for adults and it is a high energy
Latin-Inspired, (musically and steps wise)
easy-to-follow, calorie-burning, dance fitness-party.
Feel the music and let loose.
Latin-Inspired, (musically and steps wise)
easy-to-follow, calorie-burning, dance fitness-party.
Feel the music and let loose.
Woodwinds (Clarinet, Saxophone, Oboe) is for ages 7 and older. Emphasis is on basic fingering technique
and exposure to various types of composition. Students volunteer to perform twice a year in a recital but it is not required.
and exposure to various types of composition. Students volunteer to perform twice a year in a recital but it is not required.
Pre-pointe is offered at level ballet C. Once the
student has completed one year of pre-pointe with
promotion to ballet 1 the student is guided into her first
pair of pointe shoes. At this time she is required to take a
minimum of two classes with pointe per week. Upon
being promoted to ballet 2 the student is then required to
take a minimum of three classes per week. Etc... The
reason for this is the student must continue to develop
further strength and technique to be challenged with
more challenging steps and combinations.
student has completed one year of pre-pointe with
promotion to ballet 1 the student is guided into her first
pair of pointe shoes. At this time she is required to take a
minimum of two classes with pointe per week. Upon
being promoted to ballet 2 the student is then required to
take a minimum of three classes per week. Etc... The
reason for this is the student must continue to develop
further strength and technique to be challenged with
more challenging steps and combinations.
Strectch Class is one hour of stretching.
Incorporating Pilates, Yoga and other techniques even
some Tai Chi. Students benefit from this slow paced
steady challenge to the body to increase flexibility and
overall stretch. The serious ballet student definitly
benefits from this class. This in turn benefits the
dancers extension, leaps and overall body conditioning.
Incorporating Pilates, Yoga and other techniques even
some Tai Chi. Students benefit from this slow paced
steady challenge to the body to increase flexibility and
overall stretch. The serious ballet student definitly
benefits from this class. This in turn benefits the
dancers extension, leaps and overall body conditioning.
Turn Class is for levels Ballet 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. Class is 1
hour in length. Students study and learn the theory of
turns...all kinds of turns.
hour in length. Students study and learn the theory of
turns...all kinds of turns.
Turn Class is one hour of practicing all various
types of turns and the theory behind them. This
includes pirouettes, characters, piques, tours, pas de
bourree, saute basque and chaine's.
types of turns and the theory behind them. This
includes pirouettes, characters, piques, tours, pas de
bourree, saute basque and chaine's.
Modern 2 is for ballet levels 2 through
professional. Students who do not have a solid
foundation in ballet may have a confusing experience.
Modern teaches the dancer to breath, develops a core
strength and ultimately helps the dancer explore other
movement, which would normally be breaking many
of the rules of ballet. Modern does this in a
conscientious manner. To the young inexperienced
student this can be very confusing. Students must be
warmed up from a previous class.
professional. Students who do not have a solid
foundation in ballet may have a confusing experience.
Modern teaches the dancer to breath, develops a core
strength and ultimately helps the dancer explore other
movement, which would normally be breaking many
of the rules of ballet. Modern does this in a
conscientious manner. To the young inexperienced
student this can be very confusing. Students must be
warmed up from a previous class.
Tumbling Class starts with a ten to fifteen
minute warm-up This allows the muscles to get
prepared for class and helps to prevent injury. The
the class will move on to mat work, working on
everything from forward and backward rolls to
handstands, cartwheels, back bends and much more!
The class will also be introduced to a low balance
beam. Every class will end with a stretch and a
dialogue, to see what was learned each day.
minute warm-up This allows the muscles to get
prepared for class and helps to prevent injury. The
the class will move on to mat work, working on
everything from forward and backward rolls to
handstands, cartwheels, back bends and much more!
The class will also be introduced to a low balance
beam. Every class will end with a stretch and a
dialogue, to see what was learned each day.
Turn Class is one hour of practicing all various
types of turns and the theory behind them. This
includes pirouettes, characters, piques, tours, pas de
bourree, saute basque and chaine's.
types of turns and the theory behind them. This
includes pirouettes, characters, piques, tours, pas de
bourree, saute basque and chaine's.
| INTERMEDIATE DIVISION |
| ACTING, MUSICAL THEATRE AND MUSIC STUDIES |
Brass Instruments (Trombone,Tuba) is for ages 7 and older. Emphasis is on basic fingering technique and
exposure to various types of composition. Students volunteer to perform twice a year in a recital but it is not required.
exposure to various types of composition. Students volunteer to perform twice a year in a recital but it is not required.