Question 1

Ballet

Answer

Our ballet classes follow a traditional ballet class progression (starting at the barre and moving to center combinations). Emphasis is put on weaving the technique into the muscles & minds of the students.

Question 2

Contemporary

Answer

Our contemporary classes focus on task-based improvisation methods, varying contemporary techniques and emotional & intellectual expression.

Question 3

Hip Hop

Answer

Our hip hop classes explore a number of hip hop movement styles. Students also learn about aspects of hip hop history and culture that are relevant to the movement.

Question 4

Jazz

Answer

Our jazz classes combine modern and ballet techniques with dynamic movement and/or theatre jazz vocabulary. Jazz classes also develop jumps/turns skills.

Question 5

Musical Theatre

Answer

Our musical theatre classes explore a number of theatre dance styles (Bob Fosse, Jerome Robbins, Jack Cole, etc.) and emphasize the importance of character development through movement and nuance.

Question 6

Stretch + Conditioning

Answer

Our stretch + conditioning classes incorporate floor barre, ballet, modern and conditioning exercises to increase flexibility and control of the body.

Question 7

Tap

Answer

Our tap classes teach students to use their bodies as percussive instruments. Students learn to articulate melodic, shaded and well-timed rhythms. Students learn rhythm tap and theatre tap techniques.

Question 8

Pointe

Answer

Our pointe classes include pre-pointe and pointe work at the barre and center.

Curriculum