Dance Styles

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Ballet

  • Our ballet program introduces dancers to the foundations of classical ballet in a supportive and structured environment. Through age- and level-appropriate classes, students develop strength, technique, musicality, and expressive movement.

    • Preschool Ballet
      A playful introduction to ballet fundamentals, creative movement, and musicality.
      No experience required.

    • Beginner Ballet
      For dancers new to ballet. Focuses on posture, basic positions, and expressive movement.
      Recommended for ages 6+ with no prior experience.

    • Intermediate I Ballet
      For dancers with 1–2 years of ballet experience. Builds strength, technical skills, and combination work.
      Instructor recommendation encouraged.

    • Intermediate II Ballet
      For dancers with 2–3+ years of consistent ballet training. Emphasizes control, alignment, and continued development of terminology and technique.
      Placement based on experience and instructor assessment.

    • Advanced Ballet
      For dancers with 3+ years of formal ballet training. Focuses on strong technique, performance readiness, and pointe preparation.
      Pointe work introduced at instructor discretion. Students not yet on pointe will build strength with pointe-specific exercises.

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Lyrical

  • Lyrical dance blends the technical elements of ballet and jazz with emotional expression and storytelling. This style encourages dancers to connect movement with music in a meaningful, expressive way.

    • Beginner/Intermediate Lyrical
      For dancers with 1–2 years of lyrical, jazz, or ballet experience. Combines technique with expressive movement and storytelling.
      Ballet is strongly encouraged at this level to support technical development.

    • Intermediate/Advanced Lyrical
      Requires 2+ years of lyrical and/or ballet training. Focuses on control, performance quality, and more complex choreography.
      It is strongly encouraged that lyrical dancers take ballet to strengthen their overall technique and style in both disciplines at this level.

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Tap/Jazz Combo

  • Our Tap/Jazz combo classes offer an upbeat and engaging way for dancers to explore two energetic styles. Students build coordination, rhythm, musicality, and expressive movement in a fun, supportive environment.

    • Beginner Tap/Jazz
      A fun and fast-paced class for new dancers. Teaches rhythm, coordination, and basic steps in both tap and jazz.
      No experience required.

    • Intermediate I Tap/Jazz
      For dancers with 1–2 years of tap and jazz experience who are comfortable with foundational steps.
      Builds on timing, style, and coordination.

    • Intermediate II Tap/Jazz
      For dancers with 2–3+ years of consistent training. Emphasizes musicality, speed, individual style, and continued development of technical skills.
      Instructor recommendation may be required.

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Contemporary

  • Contemporary dance blends elements of lyrical, modern, and jazz to create fluid, expressive movement rooted in emotion and creativity. Dancers explore dynamics, floor work, and improvisation while building strength and connection to music.

    • Beginner/Intermediate Contemporary
      Ideal for dancers with 1–2 years of experience in contemporary, lyrical, or jazz. Focuses on flow, creativity, and expressive movement.
      Ballet training, while not required, is strongly suggested for dancers at this level.

    • Intermediate/Advanced Contemporary
      Requires 2+ years of contemporary and ballet training. Emphasizes dynamic phrasing, floor work, improvisation, and emotional expression.
      Ballet training, while not required, is strongly suggested for dancers at this level.

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Acro

  • Acro combines the athleticism of gymnastics with the fluidity of dance. Dancers develop strength, flexibility, balance, and control while learning tumbling skills that integrate seamlessly with dance movement.

    • Beginner Acro
      An introductory class focused on body awareness, flexibility, and beginner tumbling skills.
      No experience required. Strongly encouraged to also be enrolled in ballet, jazz, or lyrical to support safe development.

    • Intermediate Acro
      For dancers with 1–2 years of acro experience. Focuses on building strength, flexibility, and learning intermediate-level tricks.


      It is strongly suggested and encouraged that acro dancers be enrolled in ballet, jazz, lyrical, gymnastics or another core strength activity for acro safety and balanced training.

    • Advanced Acro
      For dancers with 3+ years of acro experience. Students must be able to safely perform back walkovers or similar skills.


      It is strongly suggested and encouraged that acro dancers be enrolled in ballet, jazz, lyrical, gymnastics or another core strength activity for acro safety and balanced training.

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Musical Theatre

  • Musical Theatre is a lively and engaging class that introduces students to the foundations of stage performance. Combining elements of dance, singing, and acting, dancers explore expressive movement, storytelling, and basic stage techniques while building confidence and stage presence.

    • All Levels
      A fun, all-in-one performance class for students of all experience levels. Dancers learn to tell stories through movement and song, develop character work, and perform musical numbers with expression and confidence.
      No prior experience required, just bring your enthusiasm and imagination!

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Hip Hop

  • Our hip hop classes are high-energy, expressive, and fun, offering dancers a chance to build confidence and rhythm while learning age-appropriate choreography and foundational movement. Classes progress in complexity as students develop their style, musicality, and stage presence.

    • Mini Hip Hop
      An energetic introduction to hip hop for preschool-age dancers. Focuses on basic grooves, rhythm, and having fun.
      No experience required. Ages ~3–5.

    • Beginner Hip Hop
      For dancers new to hip hop. Teaches foundational moves, rhythm, and age-appropriate choreography.
      Recommended for ages 6+ with no prior experience.

    • Intermediate Hip Hop
      For dancers with 1–2 years of hip hop experience and a confident movement vocabulary.
      Focuses on musicality, footwork, and expanding style.

    • Intermediate/Advanced Hip Hop
      Requires 2+ years of consistent hip hop training. Emphasizes intricate choreography, performance skills, and individual style.
      Placement based on experience and instructor recommendation.

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Adult Variety

  • Periodically we will be hosting adult classes in a variety of dance styles. Stay tuned!

    • All levels
      No experience required, just wear comfy clothes and bring a water bottle!