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BALLET: a technique class based primarily on the Vaganova method, with elements of Cecchetti, RAD, Bournonville, and Balanchine techniques taught. Barre work, stretching, center floor and traveling exercises are part of each class. Correct placement and terminology are emphasized, along with proper class etiquette. Ballet is the most graceful, beautiful and DIFFICULT of all dance styles; if you master this, you can dance anything!
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JAZZ: SDA is a certified Giordano technique studio; a comprehensive teaching technique developed by one of the founding families of jazz dance in this country! Control, stretch, strength and style are stressed. An exciting, fun, upbeat and fast paced class with age appropriate movements and music with clean lyrics for EVERY level!
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CONTEMPORARY: a MODERN and LYRICAL class. Modern technique explores different ways to move through space with a grounded connection to the floor to instrumental music. For lyrical, self expression, feelings and emotions specifically related to the music's lyrics are explored along with dancers improvised movement through guided choreography exercises. Dance that touches your soul!
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TAP: a technique class that teaches the dancer to become the rhythm and music themselves. Broadway Style Tap involving traditional, large tap movements, and Rhythm Tap, involving small complex rhythmic steps are taught. Looking towards musical theater productions in regular school? Learn to tap NOW!
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ACROBATIC DANCE OR ACRO, a beautiful fusion of classic dance technique with the precision and athleticism of acrobatic elements. Includes balancing, limbering, tumbling and partnering, based in flexibility and strength. ACRO isn't gymnastics; dancers learn tumbling skills designed to be performed on a dance floor, in a dance, no mats. Extensive training in spotting and progression ensures teachers are knowledgeable, confident and inspired! Teachers are certified thru the Acrobatic Arts certification program! Want flexibility and strength? Try ACRO class!
PRE-POINTE and POINTE, BLUE Level and up. For preparing to dance in pointe shoes! ALL students must be evaluated, have director approval and maintain excellent attendance in ballet. Fulfill your dancing dreams and feel the power of pointe! REQUIRES DIRECTOR APPROVAL. See detailed specific info under Path to Pointe tab-Dancer Info drop down tab.
PRE-POINTE and POINTE, BLUE Level and up. For preparing to dance in pointe shoes! ALL students must be evaluated, have director approval and maintain excellent attendance in ballet. Fulfill your dancing dreams and feel the power of pointe! REQUIRES DIRECTOR APPROVAL. See detailed specific info under Path to Pointe tab-Dancer Info drop down tab.