dance lessons for children in alabama

CLASSES
 

Our Younger Dancers (5 and Under)

Preschool Dance

Ballet and Tumbling (Age 2)
This 45 minute class is the perfect introduction to dance. Fun and playful, it really gets little ones moving. It is a combination of dance and tumbling. This class performs one recital number. *Ballet shoes are required for this class.

Ballet and Tap (Ages 3 – 5) Age groups are separated into 3-4-5
This 45 minute class is a great introduction to Ballet and Tap. This age group really loves those tap shoes! This group performs one recital number. *Ballet and Tap shoes are required for this class.

Preschool Tumbling (Ages 3-5)
In this 45 minute class basic tumbling skills are taught such as front rolls, back rolls, cartwheels. Fun, Fun, Fun! This is a very popular class.
 

Ballet (Ballet is the foundation for all form of dance)

Preschool Dance

Beginning Ballet (Ages 6-8)
For the Ballet lovers this class is a fun way to learn the basics.

Petite Ballet (Ages 9-12)
A more advanced class for those who are more serious about learning Ballet Technique.

Junior (Ages 13-18)
For serious Ballet students this class requires previous knowledge of Ballet Technique.

Senior Ballet
Only advanced students with an invitation by teacher.

Ballet – Tap – Jazz Combo (evening hours)

Preschool Dance

For ages 5-7 - Level 1
An hour and a half class learning the basic of Ballet-Tap-Jazz techniques in a Combo class that you may choose to take all three or choose between two disciplines. Three dances will be performed for recital.

For ages 8-12 - Level 2
An hour and a half class focused on a deeper understanding of the basic techniques of Ballet-Tap-Jazz. In this class you may choose to take all three or choose between two disciplines. Three dances will be performed for recital.

Prep A and Beginning Teen Classes

Preschool Dance

Ballet – Tap – Jazz
All three disciplines must be taken. Three dances will be performed in recital.

Prep A (Ages 5-8)
An hour and a half class learning the basic of ballet, tap, and jazz techniques.

Rec. Teen Classes
Classes focused on a technique, turns, and body placement. These classes are taught at a faster pace for kids 10 & up.

Jazz

Preschool Dance

Beginning Jazz
A fun and upbeat class with elements of jazz technique for students who like to move!

Junior Jazz
A more advanced class for those who have a basic knowledge of jazz skills.

Senior Jazz
Only advanced students. Must take Ballet, Tap and Jazz. By invitation only.

Tap

Tap

Petite Tap (Ages 8-10)
Focuses on basic tap rhythm and technique.

Junior Tap (Ages 11-14)
Focuses on timing technique and turns.

Senior Tap (Ages 14-18)
Focuses on advanced technique turns and footwork.

Hip Hop

Hip Hop

Petite Hip Hop 1 (Beginner) (Ages 5 & 6)
An upbeat energetic class for youngster who want to move.

Petite Hip Hop 2 (Ages 6 - 10)
A more advanced hip hop class involving timing rhythm and musicality. Prior dance experience is required for this class.

Junior Hip Hop (Ages 9 - 14)
An advanced hip hop class involving timing beats and musicality for teenage students.

Senior Hip Hop (Ages 12-18)
The most advanced hip hop class we offer. Floor work and tumbling are needed for this class. Prior dance experience are needed for this class.

Tumbling/Acrobatics

Hip Hop

Basic tumbling skills are taught. Certain tumbling skills must be obtained in order to participate in certain classes.

Tumbling 1
Basic Tumbling skills are taught.

Tumbling 2
Basic Tumbling skills are taught.

Tumbling 3
A backbend must be mastered.

Tumbling 4
A back kickover must be mastered.

Advanced Tumbling
Back handsprings must be mastered.

Power Tumbling

Lyrical

Hip Hop

Lyrical Dance is a fusion of Ballet with Jazz that has its primary basis in Ballet, combining the many technical elements of classical ballet with freedom of jazz.

Contemporary

Hip Hop

A new style of dance with modern and lyrical background.

Gymnastics Meets Ninja

Hip Hop

The entry level to the all-new sports discipline inspired by gymnastics, martial arts, obstacle training and freestyle movement.  Class goals include listening skills, confidence, trying new things, working through frustration, and manners.  We do all this through a strategic mix of skills and performance. (Boys and Girls - ages 5 and up)