Foundation I & II & Advanced Classes

PLEASE NOTE:

Starting with Foundation Levels - if you take jazz, you ARE REQUIRED TO TAKE A BALLET CLASS. The only exception is the Adult Jazz Class.

If you take modern, you ARE REQUIRED TO TAKE A BALLET CLASS or JAZZ CLASS.

Foundations I - Beginning Intermediate (9-10)

(Note: Must be 9 years old by 8/31/2026)

The beginning intermediate level continues a dancer's technique, introduces advanced terminology, and adds more intricate steps, while also covering dance history and a deeper understanding of the human body and how each muscle works to help students accomplish their dance goals.

NOTE: Students 10-12 years old with no dance experience should start at this level to give them time to "catch up" on the terminology and techniques needed to move into their age group. If you have questions, please contact us.

CLASS OPTIONS: Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Musical Theater, and Acro.

"Team" Choreography is available. Must speak with the office about the rules required of Team Students.

Foundations II - Intermediate (11-13)

(Note: Must be 11 years old by 8/31/2026)

Must be pre-approved for age and ballet requirements. For dancers who want to further enhance their dance training and stylization, we place the strongest emphasis on technique. Pointe work is added to the ballet class. Other classes offered at this level are tap, jazz, modern/contemporary, hip hop, leaps and turns, and acro. Dancers are encouraged to take as many classes as possible to enhance their dance knowledge and strength.

CLASS OPTIONS: Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Musical Theater, and Acro.

"Team" Choreography is available. Must speak with the office about the rules required of Team Students.

Advanced Level - Advanced (14+)

(Note: Must be 14years old by 8/31/2026)

The advanced level incorporates pointe work not only in the classroom but for performances as well. Students must have the strength in their ankles, legs and core for this level of work. Tap work at this level focuses on musicality and intricate rhythm patterns in advanced tap and "rhythm tap". The jazz classes focus on the highest level of difficulty in leaps, turns, balance movements, and control. Advanced Modern incorporates lyrical and contemporary styles, as well as the true form of modern dance, to prepare students for their college modern dance classes.

CLASS OPTIONS: Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Modern/Contemporary, Hip Hop, Musical Theater, Acro.

"Team" Choreography is available. Must speak with the office about the rules required of Team Students.

Lyrical/Modern

Lyrical (6-7 yrs): Along with a warm-up for flexibility and strengthening, students will learn the importance of telling "a story" through lyrical dance.

Modern (8+): Modern dance encourages freedom of movement through floor, across-the-floor, and center combinations of movement.