Dallas Classes
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CHILDREN AND TEEN CLASSES
Dance + Musical Theater Classes
18 months – 17 yrs
Dallas Studio
Ages: 18 months – 3 years
Mommy + Me
Ages: 18 months – 2 years
A classic introduction to the world of dance – the studio, the mirrors, the music, the teacher, the ballet slippers — and the movement! Children learn to follow the gentle physical lead of their teacher, and to funnel their desire to dance into actual skill. Posture and traditional class etiquette/comportment begins from the moment they step into class. Music played in class ranges from classical piano ballet music to symphonic and Disney. Each class ends with an improvised creative dance.
Pas de Two
Ages: 2 years
Classical Ballet while being introduced to the exciting world of dance — the studio, the mirrors, the music, the teacher — and the movement! Children learn to follow the gentle physical lead of their teacher, and to funnel their desire to dance into actual skill. They will learn how to engage in an activity independent of their parent and begin to refine coordination and cognitive reasoning abilities. Music played in class ranges from classical piano and symphonic to Disney and Broadway. Each class ends with an improvised creative dance.
Petite Danse + Tap
Ages: 3 years
Classical Ballet and Tap while being introduced to the exciting world of dance – the studio, the mirrors, the music, the teacher — and the movement! Children learn to follow the gentle physical lead of their teacher, and to funnel their desire to dance into actual skill. Posture and traditional class etiquette begins from the moment they step into class. Music played in class ranges from classical piano and symphonic to Disney and Broadway. Each class ends with an improvised creative dance.
Ages: 4-5 years
Petite Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Tumbling
Ages: 4 years
An introduction to concepts designed especially to train the preschooler with an emphasis on coordination, rhythm, timing, and self-expression through basic dance techniques in a loving and nurturing atmosphere. Children will learn the structure of a dance class. They will learn how to wait their turn patiently, respectfully and quietly and to take turns graciously. They will learn how to appreciate and respect each other’s efforts and how to listen and implement information effectively.
Boys’ Rough’n’Tumble (Movement + Dance)
Ages: 4-6 years
Get ready to rumble with the amazing and popular Mr. Stevo in this class designed to channel the energy and enthusiasm of our youngest movers! Boys will experience a little bit of everything from ballet and jazz to hip hop and tumbling, all while having fun with friends in a lively and encouraging environment.
Kinder Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Tumbling
Ages: 5 years
An introduction to Ballet, Jazz, Tap and/or Tumbling concepts designed especially to train the kindergartener with an emphasis on coordination, rhythm, timing, and self-expression through basic dance techniques in a loving and nurturing atmosphere. Children will learn the structure of a dance class and proper classroom etiquette. They will learn how to wait their turn patiently, respectfully and quietly and to take turns graciously. They will learn how to appreciate and respect each other’s efforts and how to listen and implement information effectively.
Hip Hop
Ages: 5-8 years
Ages: 6-8 years
Pre Ballet I
Ages: 6-7 years
This class bridges a student’s transition from the Primary Program to a more structured class environment. They are introduced to an increased level of formal training consisting of the barre and center work. The posture, placement and presence of the classical ballet will be emphasized. The practice exercises introduced at this level for alignment, flexibility and coordination will develop a strong foundation of physical and cognitive understanding necessary for Classical Ballet training. Inspirational and classical music provide an enriching and stimulating environment. The class will serve to expand and nurture the dancers’ creative talent. Besides the fun of movement, students will learn discipline through participation in the classroom structure and mutual respect for their fellow students. Class concludes with a reverence.
Pre Jazz I
Ages: 6-7 years
This class bridges a student’s transition from the Primary Program to a more structured class environment. They are introduced to an increased level of formal training through jazz concepts designed especially to train the dancers with an emphasis on coordination, rhythm, timing, vocabulary, strength and self-expression in a loving and nurturing atmosphere.
Pre Ballet II
Ages: 7-8 years
This class continues to bridge a student’s transition from the Primary Program to a more structured class environment. They continue an increased level of formal training consisting of the barre and center work. The posture, placement and presence of the classical ballet will be emphasized. The practice exercises introduced at this level for alignment, flexibility and coordination will develop a strong foundation of physical and cognitive understanding necessary for Classical Ballet training. Inspirational and classical music provide an enriching and stimulating environment. The class will serve to expand and nurture the dancers’ creative talent. Besides the fun of movement, students will learn discipline through participation in the classroom structure and mutual respect for their fellow students. Class concludes with a reverence.
Pre Jazz II
Ages: 7-8 years
This class continues to bridge a student’s transition from the Primary Program to a more structured class environment. They are introduced to an increased level of formal training through jazz concepts designed especially to train the dancers with an emphasis on coordination, rhythm, timing, vocabulary, strength and self-expression in a loving and nurturing atmosphere.
Pre Tap II
Ages: 7-8 years
This class bridges a student’s transition from the Primary Program to a more structured class environment. An introduction to tap concepts designed especially to train the dancers with an emphasis on coordination, rhythm, timing, vocabulary, strength and self-expression through basic tap technique in a loving and nurturing atmosphere. Students will learn specific movement skills that will help them to feel and identify with the music while developing technique and style to perform. The class will serve to expand and nurture the dancers’ creative talent.
Hip Hop
Ages: 6-8 years
Acro
Ages: 6-8years
Boys’ Hip Hop + Tumbling
Ages: 7-11 years
Ages: 9-17 years
Ballet I + Ballet II
Ages: 8-14 years
Students will be introduced to building the strength, flexibility and control needed to execute beginning ballet technique. Each class will include barre exercises and may include some combinations in center. This class will move slowly and focus on building clean technique. Students will be introduced to the proper etiquette of the ballet class room. Technique may include, but is not limited to basic barre repertoire, battements, various turns, extensions, leaps and small jumps.
Ballet III/IV/V
Ages: 9-17 years
Jazz I + Jazz II
Ages: 8-14 years
Students will be exposed to various styles of jazz while reviewing basic technique fundamentals. This class is based on ballet technique layered with traditional jazz movement and includes a proper warm-up, stretches, isolations, across-the-floor, and combinations. Technique may include, but is not limited to battements, various turning preparations, extensions, beginning leaps and small jumps.
Jazz II/III
Ages: 8-16 years
Students will be exposed to various styles of jazz while reviewing technique fundamentals taken from Jazz I-II. This class is based on ballet technique layered with traditional and contemporary jazz movement and includes a proper warm-up, stretches, isolations, across-the-floor, and combinations. Technique may include, but is not limited to battements, multiple turns, high extensions, advanced leaps and jumps. Students will be challenged to learn choreography quickly and fully execute stylized choreography.
Tap I/II/III/IV/V
Ages: 8-17 years
Contemporary I/II/III/IV/V
Ages: 8-17 years
Hip Hop
Ages: 8-17 years
Acro I/II/III/III+
Ages: 8-17 years
Lyrical
Ages: 9-17 years
Modern
Ages: 10-17 years
Pointe
Ages: 10-17 years
Broadway Dance I/II/III/IV/V
Ages: 8-17 years
Acting I
8-10 years
This class includes beginning scene study class in which students learn to break down a script to develop character, a Point of View, and subtext. Students study basic music theory and ear training, as well as sight reading and audition techniques.
Acting II
Ages: 8-17 years
Students gain poise and confidence in this fun-filled introduction to the techniques of acting for the stage! Students learn group improvisation exercises, stage vocabulary, stage directions, and beginning vocal warm-ups for speaking and singing.
Acting for TV/Film
Ages: 10-17 years
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