Class Levels

Ages as of December 31st, 2008

Ballet

Ballet classes are based on the Cecchetti method, an internationally recognized method of training.  Ballet Exams are offered to those students who are ready and interested in an additional challenge.

3 and 4 years old: This class is designed to introduce dance movements using creative imagery.

5 and 6 years old: a study of the introductory movements of ballet.

Level 1 Ballet: grade 1 Cecchetti ballet or equivalent.

Level 2 Ballet: grade 2 Cecchetti ballet or equivalent.

Level 3 Ballet: grade 3 Cecchetti ballet or equivalent.

Pre-Intermediate: grade 4 Cecchetti ballet or equivalent

Pre-Intermediate Pointe: pre-requisite: must be enrolled in all Pre-Intermediate ballet classes

Senior Ballet:  Intermediate/Advanced 1 or equivalent

Senior Pointe: pre-requisite:must be enrolled in all Senior Ballet classes.

Adult Ballet:  No experience necessary.

Jazz

Jazz classes are a great compliment to ballet training! These classes include warm-up, stretching and across the floor work.

Level 1: for ages 7 and 8 (no previous experience required)

Level 2: for ages 9 - 11 ( no previous experience required)

Level 2(b):  pre-requisite: must be enrolled in all Level 2 ballet classes

Level 3: for ages 12-13 (must have previous experience)

Level 3(b): pre-requisite:  must be enrolled in all Level 3 ballet classes

Pre-Int. / Senior Jazz (b): pre-requisite: must be enrolled in all Pre-Intermediate ballet or all Senior Ballet classes

Teen Jazz: for ages 13 and up.  No previous experience required

Adult Jazz: a great workout!  Come ready to sweat!

Tap

Level 1 Tap: for ages 7-8 - no previous experience required

Level 2 Tap: for ages 9-11 - no previous experience required

Level 3/Pre-Int./Sn. Tap: for ages 12 and up - some experience necessary

Musical Theatre

Level 3/Pre-Int./ Sn Levels: For ages 10 and up. Learning song and dance from Broadway shows. Must have some dance experience

Highland

Level 1 Highland: for ages 7-8 - no previous experience required

Level 2 Highland: for ages 9-11 - no previous experience required

Middle Eastern Dance

Pre-Teen: for ages 12 and up - exploration of Middle Eastern Folkloric Dance

Adult: a study of Belly Dancing

Dress Codes

Dance is an art form that requires discipline and respect in order to gain the full benefits of training and proper dance wear is an important part of training.  Please ensure your child  wears the following standard dance wear to every class.

3-4 yrs. old, 5-6 yrs. old: pink tank body suit, pink tights, pink ballet slippers (PLEASE - no gymnastic slippers!)  Hair must be pulled back into a proper ponytail or bun.

Level 1 Ballet - Senior Ballet, Highland Dance: black tank body suit, pink tights, pink ballet slippers.  Hair must be pulled back into a bun.

Jazz and Tap - all levels: black jazz pants, black tank body suit, black jazz oxfords or tap shoes, and black socks.  Hair must be pulled back into a bun or ponytail.

Middle Eastern Dance: Yoga pants/jazz pants, comfortable t-shirt, bare feet. Hair must be pulled back into a pony-tail.