Summer enrollment opens to the general public beginning April 1.
The Dance Company offers the Summer Spotlight of Dance for ages 5 & up.
In addition, we have Summer Session classes for adults and very young children. (June 20-August 20).
(Please scroll down to view all our summer offerings.)
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MOM & TOT - Ages 18 months-3 years
Thursday 11:00-11:45 am -or- Saturday 11:00-11:45 am
June 20 - August 20, 2011
Music has been proven to encourage development from infancy. Add movement, rhythm, props and fun and watch your child flourish! (For girls and boys!) Our Mom & Tot class gives children the opportunity to experience dance in a fun and creative way with the security of having their parents with them. All movement and dance is based on concrete ideas that the children can relate to and involve many objects and props that will capture the children's imagination. Parents are urged to be part of their child's learning experience in class. (Dads, aunts, uncles and grandparents are also welcome!)
CREATIVE DANCE - Ages 3 & 4
Thursday 10:15-11:00 am -or- Saturday 10:15-11:00 am
June 20 - August 20, 2011
These classes provide an introduction to basic musical concepts, while focusing on fundamental coordination.The child's imagination is encouraged and strengthened through the exploration of the basic elements of dance, including movement quality, space, body awareness and shape. In addition, valuable social skills are addressed as the students learn standard general and classroom protocol such as taking turns, participating and sharing within a group, leading & following, appreciating the work of other children, developing an awareness of personal space and the space of others.
Using musical instruments and other fun props, children develop motor skills and body awareness through songs and dance that revolve around themes and activities that kids love. Skilled and experienced instructors provide developmentally appropriate activities in a safe and fun environment which help boost a child's confidence and self-motivation as new skills and abilities are achieved.
PRE-BALLET - Ages 4 & 5
Thursday 9:30-10:15 am -or- Saturday 9:30-10:15 am
June 20 - August 20, 2011
Preparatory for classical ballet technique, these classes are designed to develop coordination, balance, strength, rhythm, correct posture, and creativity. They consist of organized exercises in repetition: floor movements and patterns, specific dance steps, and creative expression. Minimal ballet exercises are given with great care, along with others that are less demanding, yet highly beneficial in preparing for classical ballet.
ADULT BALLET
Beginning Level: Monday 6:00-7:30 PM
Intermediate/Advanced Level: Monday 7:30-9:00 PM
Open Level: Thursday 6:00-7:30 PM
June 20 - August 20, 2011
Ballet technique gives a correct concept of body placement. Ballet structure in unsurpassed in training dancers, but inevitable by-products of this training are better posture, a more trim body, and increased ease in everyday movements. Exposure to beautiful classical music is a plus.
Jazz and Hip Hop are some of the most high energy, versatile styles of dance today used extensively throughout the promotional and entertainment industry in everything from street dancing, music videos, and event shows to some of the most sucessful television commercials by the largest corporations in the world. Since its roots in the early 1970's, Hip Hop has taken the world by storm to become the most in-demand and sought after form of artistic expression. These classes encompass a variety of street dance styles including jazz technique & conditioning, hip hop, krumping, clowning, popping, locking, breakdancing and more!
ADULT TAP
Tap is great exercise and improves rhythmic skills! These weekly classes are offered to develop coordination, concentration, rhythm, speed and a broad knowledge of standard tap technique.
The Summer Spotlight of Dance is an exciting opportunity to be exposed to the diverse styles of dance offered by our outstanding faculty and guests during the summer.
(Students may attend the full four-week program, or select weeks to attend.) Week One: June 27-July 1 Week Two: July 11-15 Week Three: July 18-22 Week Four: August 1-5
Five divisions are offered: The Mini Dance Camp, the Dance Camp, the Dance Workshop, the Dance Clinic, and the Dance Intensive.
MINI DANCE CAMP - Ages 5-8
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
The Mini Dance Camp includes fun-filled classes for young dancers, taught by skillful instructors in a nurturing environment. It includes Pre-Ballet, Creative Dance, Pre-Jazz and Choreography. Other dance-related activities with costumes, books, video, arts & crafts, games, rhythm and music are also provided. Very basic skills and a love for dance are developed.
DANCE CAMP - Basic Level (by faculty placement)
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 12:30-4:00 pm
The Dance Camp is an opportunity for early-level dancers to explore the various genres of dance. Dancers will be exposed to Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Lyrical, Choreography, Stretch and Dance Essentials.
The Dance Workshop is an opportunity for basic/intermediate dancers to explore the various genres of dance. Dancers will be exposed to Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Lyrical, Choreography, Stretch and Dance Essentials.
Upper-level dancers are invited to attend this Intensive as an opportunity for individualized attention and accelerated progress. Classes offered include Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Stretch, Pointe, Musical Theatre and Dance Essentials.
