Dance Program

We(e) Wiggle (18 months - 3 yrs):  A movement and dance class geared for learners at or near two years of age. Class includes movement activities, stretching, songs, games and mat work. Parents participate with their child.

 We(e) Dance (ages 3-5):  A class for young movers and shakers ages 3-5. Class includes lessons based on jazz, ballet, tap and creative improvisation. Basic tumbling activities are also included.

Jazz/Tap Classes (ages 9-12):  An introduction to fundamental jazz and tap steps and styles of dance.  Students practice rhythm, musicality, improvisation, and choreography.  Students learn basic isolation, movement sequences and patterns typical of current trends and traditional jazz and tap.

Folk Dance (ages 6-12): A percussive dance class based upon traditional dances of Europe- the ‘dances of the people’. While not a strict single focus class, students will learn elements of many different cultural dances from Irish dancing to Flamenco. Many types of folk dancing were influences upon the dance of royalty- ballet. Students will learn dance steps, as well as the essence and importance of folk dancing, and various formations in this engaging class.

Cardio Ballet (Adult Class): This popular Hollywood exercise phenomenon combines the grace and long lines of ballet with a full body cardio workout! Sculpt and tone your body using the best aspects of a ballet class and a cardio class combined. Develop long lean muscles while you gain strength in your back and abdominals and get your heart rate going at the same time. Classes use contemporary music in this fast paced, fun class. No dance experience required! Students must bring a water bottle, light hand weights, wear socks or ballet slippers and form fitting clothing- no clothing hanging below the knee, please. 1st session: Sept. 4th-November 20th. Cost $180. Minimum enrollment 8 students.