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Social Distance Dance Class

Dance is the movement of the body in a rhythmic way, usually to music and within a given space, for the purpose of expressing an idea or emotion, releasing energy, or simply taking delight in the movement itself. 

Dance Classes Offered

Twinkle Stars | Petite Poppers | Broadway Babies | Hip Hop

Tap | Pointe |  Ballet | Lyrical | Boys Open | Jazz | Adults  

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 - 5:25 pm

Ballet/Tap/Jazz

5:00-6:30 pm

Ballet/Tap/Jazz

9:00 - 10:25 am

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Petite Poppers

This class is for those high energy little ones that are always ready to show off their dance moves and love to flip around. It combines the basics of hip hop (only age-appropriate movement and music - that you can count on #cleanandclassy) with basic acrobatic and trick skills. Must be in a Sparkle or Glitter class to register.

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BENEFITS

Confidence, coordination, social interaction, musicality, individuality, rhythm

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REQUIRED UNIFORM

Petite Poppers 4 - 6

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Broadway

Babies

If your little one loves dancing to upbeat music, this popping intro to jazz is a perfect class! Set to high energy, age-appropriate music, dancers will learn the basics of jazz and movement in a fun and engaging way.  Ages 4 to 6 and must be in a Sparkle or Glitter class to register.

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BENEFITS

Confidence, coordination, social interaction, musicality, individuality, rhythm

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REQUIRED UNIFORM

Broadway Babies 4 - 6

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Hip hop

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

• Hip Hop Level 1

• Hip Hop Level 2

• Hip Hop Level 3 Shoes

• Hip Hop Level 4 Shoes

• Hip Hop Level 5 Shoes

• Hip Hop Level 6 Shoes

• Hip Hop Level 3, 4, 5, 6 Apparel (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.

• No Outside Logos - SSDA only

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Tap

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

Tap Level 1

Tap Level 2

Tap Level 3

Tap Level 4

Tap Level 5

Tap Level 6

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BALLET

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

Ballet Level 1

Ballet Level 2

Ballet Level 3

Ballet Level 4

Ballet Level 5

Ballet Level 6

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Pointe

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

Intermediate Pointe

Advanced Pointe

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Lyrical

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

Lyrical Level 1

Lyrical Level 2

Lyrical Level 3

Lyrical Level 4

Lyrical Level 5

Lyrical Level 6

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Boys Open

BOYS ONLY! This class will combine basic tap and hip hop techniques with movement and coordination skills. The high energy, fast moving pace of this class is perfect for the boys!

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BENEFITS

Confidence, coordination, strength, flexibility, social interaction, musicality, endurance

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REQUIRED UNIFORM

Stage Stars Boys T - purchase in studio

Stage Stars sweat pants - purchase in studio

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Boys Tap/HipHop

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jazz

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

Jazz Level 1

Jazz Level 2

Jazz Level 3

Jazz Level 4

Jazz Level 5

Jazz Level 6

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adults

This class is great for any adult who loves to dance and get those feet moving. This class will explore tap, jazz and hiphop.  

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BENEFITS

Confidence, coordination, social interaction, musicality, individuality, rhythm, fitness, weight loss

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REQUIRED UNIFORM

Comfortable clothing and appropriate shoes

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Musical Theatre

Brings dance and acting together. Students learn to act out the lines of the song while dancing and lip syncing. The technique foundation of this class is tap and jazz.

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BENEFITS

Confidence, coordination, social interaction, musicality, rhythm

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REQUIRED UNIFORM

Musical Theatre

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Acro

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.

Acro Classes Offered

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

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Acro 102

No experience?  No worries!  This class is designed for the beginner as well as intermediate kindergarten student.  This class will consist of beginner tumbling skills to include forward rolls, backward rolls and cartwheels.

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BENEFITS

Listening skills, balance, coordination, and socialization.

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Level 1 ACRO

This class is for school aged children ages 7 and up with no experience.  This energetic class focuses on preparatory movements which will transition into stronger skills with more practice.  This class will work on the tumble track to improve their skills

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BENEFITS

Listening skills, balance, coordination, socialization, beginning tumbling skills, strength, agility

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Intermediate ACRO

This fun more advanced class is for school aged children, ages 7 and up, with previous experience.  Students must already have a solid handstand, cartwheel, roundoff, standing backbend, and lightly assisted front and back walkover in order to join this class.

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BENEFITS

Listening skills, balance, coordination, socialization, strength, agility

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Advanced ACRo

This high energy, fun class is for school aged children ages 7 and up with at least 3 years prior experience and must possess the following skill: Roundoff back handspring without a spot. This an invitation only class. 

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BENEFITS

Listening skills, balance, coordination, socialization, strength, agility.

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