Class Descriptions
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Beginning Ballet
Ballet training is essential as the foundation for all other forms of dance, building strength, grace, discipline, and poise.
Our beginner ballet class is for dancers who wish to learn the basics of classic ballet technique. Here, they will learn basic ballet terminology, ballet positions, and novice barre work. Students will also learn the importance of movement repetition, muscle memory, and fundamentals.
Ballet 1 and 11
Ballet l is designed for dancers who have excelled in beginning ballet, have basic knowledge of ballet, and/or would like to further their ballet education. Here students will learn, traditional barre combinations and will be introduced to basic center work, across the floor combinations and will extend their knowledge of ballet terminology. Ballet ll is a much higher technical class and requires assessment before enrollment. Ballet ll focuses on building strength and flexibility through barre, center and across the floor combinations which include a variety of advanced footwork, turns, jumps, and leaps.
Tiny Tots
Combination classes are excellent for younger dancers with a shorter attention span since they can enjoy two styles in one class. For dancers ages 8 and under, we combine ballet with tap, jazz, hip hop, or basic tumbling (to promote body awareness and creative movement). This is our ballet/jazz combo class for our youngest students aged 2-5. During this early stage, the development of strength, flexibility coordination, rhythm, and confidence is focused upon. Basic dance terminology is presented while dance steps are combined to music.
Jazz Technique
Jazz is an American stylized dance frequently utilized in television, movies, and concert dance. In contrast to Ballet, Jazz is performed parallel, not turned out, and shows athleticism, confidence, and a little sass! This is a fun and exciting dance form. All levels are ability based. Because jazz technique requires a sound knowledge of ballet terminology and technique, we recommend that jazz classes be taken in conjunction with a ballet class. Students will learn jazz isolations, turn techniques, floor work, and combinations.
Turns and Leaps
Turns and leaps are a pivotal part of every style of dance. In turns and leaps class, dancers learn how to maintain balance and control, use core strength, and cross the floor with ease and grace.
Contemporary/Lyrical
Contemporary and lyrical combine classical ballet technique with jazz to form an expressive, fluid dance style, drawing on both modern and postmodern dance as a source of inspiration. Lyrical is more demonstrative and deliberately follows the lyrics of a song, although in technique it is otherwise twin to contemporary. Dancers looking for a way to express emotion and personality through dance love contemporary/lyrical dance class. A combination of ballet and jazz moves, contemporary/lyrical dance takes movement inspiration from music and its lyrics. Dancers can easily relate to the emotional content of this dance style and there is plenty of room for self-expression.
Hip Hop
Hip-hop is a structured form of street dance and funk. Aerobic endurance is a strong component for this style. Movements includes gliding, popping, locking, and breaking. This popular style of dance allows dancers to let loose and express themselves through movement and music. Elite is committed to keeping music, choreography, and costumes age-appropriate.
Tumbling
Our tumbling classes are very high energy classes that focus on stigma, muscle strength, and flexibility through repetition of movement. Tumbling is a form of gymnastics that does not require any form of equipment or props. It is a performance of acrobatic movements. This is great for your child’s mobility and posture! Learning this complex skill so early in a child’s life enhances their learning skills and their physical response
Core and Conditioning
Our core and conditioning classes are extremely important for every individual dancer. As dancers spend class time developing strength and technique, muscles are left sore and begin to tighten. This class provides the consistency with weekly stretching to produce greater results in flexibility and an elite range of motion in the body.
Acro
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Recreation Program
Recreational dancers, while they do not participate in competitions, have the exciting opportunity to perform at our annual recitals, which are held in December and again at the conclusion of the dance season. These performances allow students to showcase their hard work and talent, all while growing artistically in a supportive, non-competitive environment that encourages creativity. Our dancers explore various genres including ballet, jazz, and acro, fostering a love for dance. We believe it's essential to provide our students not only with the joy of movement but also with the correct dance terminology and proper technique to enhance their skills. Our classes cater to a diverse range of ages and skill levels; some classes are designed for students with no prior dance experience, while others are tailored for those who require a more advanced technical ability. Class placement for each dancer will be thoughtfully determined before or at the time of enrollment based on factors such as age, maturity, and previous dance experience to ensure the best fit. Additionally, we do have a fee for recital costumes as well as a recital participation fee. For the convenience of our families and friends, tickets for the recitals will be available for purchase either on our website or directly at the event itself.
Recreational classes provide dancers with lifelong skills in areas of respect, responsibility and accountability, to self and others, as a contributing dance team member
Class Placement
Teachers decide the placement of each dancer based on age, prior training and physical development.
Teachers have each dancer's best interest and health in mind
Understand that each child grows at their own rate and children may not progress at the same level.