Dance Styles
Ballet
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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.
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Pre-Ballet (Ages 4–5)
A fun and imaginative introduction to ballet through music, movement, and creative play. Young dancers will develop coordination, balance, listening skills, confidence, and a love of dance in a positive and encouraging environment.
No experience required.
Beginner Ballet (Ages 5–6)
Designed for dancers who are new to ballet, this class introduces proper posture, basic ballet positions, musicality, and foundational technique while encouraging creativity and self-expression.
No experience required.
Intermediate Ballet 1 (Ages 6–8)
For dancers with previous ballet experience who are ready to build upon the fundamentals. Students will continue developing strength, flexibility, coordination, and ballet vocabulary while learning more challenging combinations and technique.
Intermediate Ballet 2/3 (Ages 8–12)
Designed for dancers with previous ballet experience, this class focuses on developing technique, alignment, musicality, strength, and confidence while continuing to build a strong technical foundation.
Intermediate Ballet 3/4 (Ages 10+)
Designed for experienced recreational dancers who have progressed beyond Intermediate Ballet II/III, this class introduces more advanced technical work while continuing to refine strength, flexibility, artistry, and performance skills.
Placement in this class is based on instructor recommendation.
Advanced Ballet & Pointe (Invitation Only)
Our highest-level ballet class is designed for experienced dancers who demonstrate strong technical ability, commitment, and maturity. Classes focus on advanced technique, artistry, performance quality, and continued strength development.
Pointe work is introduced at the instructor's discretion when dancers demonstrate the necessary strength, technique, and readiness. Students not yet en pointe will continue building strength through pointe preparation exercises.
Placement is by invitation only.
Questions About Placement?
We're happy to help! Contact us if you're unsure which ballet class is the best fit. While age guidelines are provided, instructors may recommend a different class to ensure every dancer has the best learning experience.
Lyrical
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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.
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Beginner/Intermediate Lyrical
For dancers with 1–3 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.
Tap/Jazz Combo
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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.
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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 1 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 2/3 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.
Contemporary
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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.
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Contemporary Beginner (Ages 7–9)
An introduction to contemporary dance for students with previous dance experience. Dancers will explore creativity, musicality, flexibility, and expressive movement while learning the foundational techniques of contemporary dance.
Ballet training is recommended but not required.
Contemporary Intermediate (Ages 9–11)
Designed for dancers ready to build upon their contemporary foundation. Students will continue developing strength, fluidity, musicality, floor work, and expressive movement while exploring more challenging choreography and performance skills.
Ballet training is recommended but not required.
Contemporary/Lyrical Advanced (Ages 10+)
Designed for experienced dancers who are ready to explore more advanced contemporary and lyrical movement. Classes emphasize artistry, emotional expression, musical interpretation, technical precision, floor work, and performance quality through challenging choreography.
Previous contemporary experience is required. Ballet training is strongly recommended.
Questions About Placement?
We're happy to help! Contact us if you're unsure which contemporary class is the best fit. While age guidelines are provided, instructors may recommend a different class to ensure every dancer has the best learning experience.
Acro
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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.
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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.
Musical Theatre
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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.
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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!
Hip Hop
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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.
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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.
Bouncing Babies and Music Makers
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Our new Early Years programs are designed to nurture the love of movement, music, and learning through play. Led by our experienced instructor, Rebecca Chadwick, these care-giver and child classes provide a warm, welcoming environment where little ones can explore rhythm, movement, creativity and social interaction.
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Bouncing Babies
Ages: Newborn–17 Months (8-Week Session)
Bond, play, and grow together! Bouncing Babies is a fun and engaging music and movement class designed for caregivers and their infants. Through songs, gentle movement, scarves, shakers, finger plays, bounces, infant massage, baby sign, and imaginative play, babies will begin exploring rhythm, music, and sensory experiences while strengthening the special bond with their caregiver.
This nurturing class supports early development in a relaxed, welcoming environment where little ones can learn through play.
Music Makers
Ages: 18 Months–Preschool (8-Week Session)
Sing, dance, explore, and play! Music Makers is an interactive music and movement class designed for caregivers and their toddlers and preschoolers. Through songs, scarves, shakers, rhythm instruments, finger plays, imaginative play, movement activities, and call-and-response games, children will develop coordination, confidence, listening skills, and a lifelong love of music.
With an energetic pace that encourages active participation, this class is the perfect way for little ones to learn, play, and burn off some energy while making music together.