Dance Classes Offered

Twinkle Stars | Hip Hop | Tap | Pointe |  Ballet | Lyrical | Jazz |  

Dance Levels

Level 1: Ages 6-13 Years (0-3) years experience)

Level 2: ​Ages 6-13 Years (4-6 years experience)

Level 3: ​Ages 6-13 Years (7+ years experience, minimum age 10)

Level 4: ​Ages 13+ Years (Teacher Approved)

Level 5: ​Ages 13+ Years (Teacher Approved)

Level 6: ​Ages 13+ Years (Teacher Approved)

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All level 3 and up classes are teacher approved

All class placements are under the discretion of the Director and teachers.

Ballet & Tap

4:30 - 5:15 pm

Ballet & Tap

5:00 - 5:55 pm

Ballet/Tap/Jazz

4:30 - 6:00 pm

Inspired by freedom of expression and social dance, dancers will be able to let loose and gain confidence. This class will cover a broad spectrum of hip hop styles including popping, locking, breaking, freestyle and more. All music is age appropriate for every level.

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BENEFITS

Confidence, individuality, expression, rhythm, friendship and social interaction, musicality

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REQUIRED UNIFORM

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• Hip Hop Level 1/2

• Hip Hop Level 3 Shoes

• Hip Hop Level 4 Shoes

• Hip Hop Level 5/6 Shoes

• Hip Hop Level 3, 4, 5, 6 Apparel (Discount Dance)

• Hip Hop Level 3, 4, 5, 6 Apparel-BOYS (Discount Dance)

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*Hip Hop Apparel from our Discount Dance store must be in the following styles and colors*

• Love Tank in Heather Black, or White

• Open Twist Tank in Black, or Heather Gray

• Jeri Open Back Crop Hoodie in Black

• Adult Jogger Pants in Black

• Girls Favorite Dance Joggers in Black

• Any of the above listed items are able to be worn in levels 3, 4, 5, and 6. Dancers may also wear their SSDA leggings or joggers, black booty shorts from Nimbly, or plain black leggings.

• Assigned leotard colors for each level to be worn underneath all hip hop apparel.

• Boys Tee in Black

• No Outside Logos - SSDA only

One of the most traditional forms of dance using shoes with a metal heel and toe taps to create different rhythms, sounds & patterns. Tap is great for developing rhythm, musicality and coordination skills and is so much fun. 

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BENEFITS

Rhythm, coordination, pattern recognition, memorization skills, problem/puzzle solving

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REQUIRED UNIFORM

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• Tap Level 1/2

• Tap Level 3

• Tap Level 4

• Tap Level 5/6

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A classical form of dance focusing on proper body alignment and fluidity of movement. Barre, center floor, and across the floor progressions are all used to develop proper ballet technique. Ballet is the foundation upon which most dance forms are based.

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BENEFITS

Grace, poise, discipline, strength, flexibility

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REQUIRED UNIFORM

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• Ballet Level 1/2

• Ballet Level 3

• Ballet Level 4

• Ballet Level 5/6

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This is an advanced technique of classical ballet that is done on your toes in special shoes called pointe shoes. This genre is done after many years of training in traditional ballet classes.

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BENEFITS

Strength, agility, flexibility, poise, self-confidence

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REQUIRED UNIFORM

Pointe 1

Pointe 2

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An expressive form of dance that incorporates many dance styles. Most times, lyrical tells a story through choreography and dance inspired by the lyrics of the song. Dancers are encouraged to explore their emotions and movement through improvisation. A strong ballet and jazz foundation improves the quality of this movement and style. 

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BENEFITS

Expressive and emotional outlet, self-confidence, body, and spatial awareness, strength, endurance, individuality

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REQUIRED UNIFORM

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• Lyrical Level 1/2

• Lyrical Level 3

• Lyrical Level 4​

• Lyrical Level 5/6

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This upbeat class combines stylized movement with proper technique. Jazz dance is based on ballet foundations and each class consists of a warm-up with isolated movements, across the floor progressions, center combinations, and current choreography all set to age appropriate music.

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BENEFITS

Confidence, coordination, strength, flexibility, endurance, stamina, individuality

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REQUIRED UNIFORM

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• Jazz Level 1/2

• Jazz Level 3

• Jazz Level 4

• Jazz Level 5/6

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Tumbling is a form of gymnastics performed without props or equipment. Also referred to as floor gymnastics, common moves performed in tumbling include flips, somersaults, tucks, handstands, and handsprings.

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REQUIRED UNIFORM

Girls must wear a leotard or biketard, no socks. Two piece outfits are not permitted. Boys must wear shorts or sweatpants and a    t-shirt, no socks.

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Acro Classes Offered

Acro 101 | Acro 102 | Level 1 / Intermediate | Advanced

Level 1/
Intermediate 
ACRO

Intermediate/ Advanced ACRo