Winter / Spring Class Schedule

Winter / Spring Semester February 6 - June 24, 2012

BalletNova offers classes in Young (ages 3-8), Youth (ages 9-12), Teen (ages 13-16), Adult (ages 15 and up), and Pre-Professional Ballet (ages 7-18).

To register, please fill out the Enrollment Form and review our policies and procedures.  

Priority Registration for CURRENT STUDENTS is open now through January 1.  Regular Enrollment will begin January 2, 2012.  

Please note that ALL CHILDREN CLASSES have spring break April 2-8, 2012, there are no classes during this week.  Adult classes have their regular schedule.  BalletNova will be closed, Sunday, April 8th. 

Pre-Professional Ballet Program

• Junior Division
• Senior and Conservatory Divisions

Young Children's Classes

• Creative Movement
• Pre-ballet I
• Pre-ballet II
• Ballet I
• Ballet II
• Tap

Youth Classes

• Ballet
• Tap
• Jazz
• Hip Hop
• Modern

Boys (ages 9-12)

• Ballet and Strengthening
• Hip Hop

Teen Classes

• Ballet
• Jazz / Hip Hop
• Tap and Jazz for Musical Theater

Adult Division

• Ballet
• Tap
• Jazz
• Hip Hop
• Modern
• Theatre Dance

Adult Conditioning

• Pilates
• Dance Cardio
• Stretch
• Floor Barre
• Feldenkrais Method
• Yoga/Stretch
• Balance and Conditioning

Workshops

 

Pre-Professional Ballet Program

Serious ballet training with the finest professional instructors in a nurturing and respectful environment is the hallmark of the BalletNova pre-professional program.

Our Junior through Conservatory Divisions offer intensive pre-professional ballet training that prepares young dancers for professional careers should they choose that path. Our philosophy of teaching focuses on building not only technical strength and artistic excellence but also confidence and self-esteem. In addition to the professional experience and diverse backgrounds of our highly qualified faculty, our curriculum incorporates the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) syllabus. Conservatory Division students have the opportunity to audition to be members of BalletNova, our resident company, which gives students valuable stage experience in a professional setting. Many of our students have gone on to professional careers with internationally known companies, including American Ballet Theatre, Dance Theatre of Harlem, Ohio Ballet, Houston Ballet, Dresden Ballet, Pittsburgh Ballet, Ballet Met Columbus, Pacific Northwest Ballet, Royal Ballet, Louisville Ballet, Connecticut Ballet, and Los Angeles Ballet. Others continue on to college dance programs and some land on Broadway and other dance/theatre careers.

Junior Division

The Junior Division ballet curriculum incorporates principles from today’s leading classical ballet training methods. It is an integrated curriculum of required classes spanning several years of training. The curriculum is divided into levels to ensure that students are introduced to new skills in a manner appropriate to their physical, mental, and emotional development. Based fundamentally on the Royal Academy of Dance syllabi, our program provides a strong foundation in classical ballet technique and overall dance education. Junior Division I, II and III classes incorporate beginning character and free movement work. Junior Division III female students begin preparing for pointe work, and Junior Division IV students are evaluated for progression onto pointe, which takes place in the 2nd half of the school year for those who are strong enough. The program is designed to guide the developing dancer toward the pre-professional Senior and Conservatory Divisions. All listed classes for each Junior Division level are required. All Junior Division students are eligible to audition for the company’s production of The Nutcracker and participate in the Annual Student Performance in June.

New students must take an audition class before enrolling.
Please contact Artistic Director Nancie Woods at nwoods@BalletNova.org.

Please note: Tuition shown is for the full academic year, from September 2011 through June 2012. Re-enrollment will not be necessary for the winter-spring semester except for additionally enrolled youth or teen division classes. Tuition may be paid in full or monthly in installments.  All Pre-professional students will be required to sign a dance school contract for the year. To increase their technical versatility, students are encouraged to take Youth Division classes in Modern, Jazz, Tap and Hip Hop. Enrolled students receive a discounted price for these additional classes.

Dancers joining the program throughout the year will receive a pro-rated tuition for the remaining classes. 

Senior & Conservatory Division

Dancers who successfully complete the Junior Division are promoted to the Senior and Conservatory Divisions.

These upper level programs are unique in their commitment to developing a strong dancer through a holistic approach to training.  The Conservatory Division incorporates opportunities for private lessons and individual coaching that may require students to obtain early release from their academic school,. New students must take an audition class before enrolling. Conservatory Division students are eligible to audition for the BalletNova performing company. These students, if cast, are required to reserve Friday evenings and Saturday afternoons for company rehearsals. Conservatory Division students (over 15 years old) may take additional adult classes at no cost and are encouraged to take advantage of classes in Modern, Jazz, Hip Hop and Tap.  In addition to performance opportunities and Private lessons  Senior and conservatory students will be eligible to take Master Classes from Richmond Ballet teachers and staff. There will also be a special opportunity to visit Richmond Ballet studios, take class, watch the company rehears e and perform in the spring (TBA).

Please note: Tuition shown is for the full academic year, from September 2011 through June 2012. Re-enrollment will not be necessary for the winter-spring semester except for additionally enrolled youth or teen division classes. Tuition may be paid in full or in monthly installments. All Pre-professional students will be required to sign a dance school contract for the year.

Dancers joining the program throughout the year will receive a pro-rated tuition for the remaining weeks. 

Senior Division I

DAY	TIME	CLASS NO.
M	5:15-6:45 PM	130 - Technique
M	6:45-7:30 PM	131-Pointe
W	4:30-6:30 PM	132- Technique & Pointe
W	6:30-7:30 PM	133- Jazz/Modern
Th	4:30-5:30 PM	134 - Conditioning
Th	5:30-7:30 PM	135- Technique & Pointe
F	3:30-5:15 PM	136 - Technique & Pointe
F	5:15-6:15 PM	137 - Cardio & Strength

Tuition: $4,719, Monthly Installment Option Available

Senior Division I - students must enroll in all classes if interested in progressing through the program and auditioning for theatrical performance opportunities. Students wishing to participate on a less rigorous level should consult with Ms Woods. Students taking a modified schedule will not be eligible to audition for performance opportunities.

Senior Division II

DAY	TIME	CLASS NO.
M	3:45-5:15 PM	140 - Technique
M	5:15:6:15 PM	141-Pointe
M	6:15-7:15 PM	152 - Stretch
Tu	2:30-3:30 PM	153- Private Coaching (rotating*)
Tu	3:30-5:00 PM	142- Technique
Tu	5:15-6:15 PM	143 - Jazz/Modern
W	3:30-4:30 PM	156- Private Coaching (rotating*)
Th	3:30-5:30 PM	144- Technique & Pointe
Th	5:30-6:30 PM	158 - Pilates
F	3:30-5:15 PM	145- Technique
F	5:15-6:15 PM	146 - Pointe/Variations
Sa	1:15-2:45 PM	162

Tuition: $5,303, Monthly Installment Option Available
*SD II has 3 rotating private lessons.  Additional private coaching may be scheduled for an additional $45 per session.

Conservatory Division

DAY	TIME	CLASS NO.
M	3:45-5:45 PM	150
M	5:45-6:15 PM	151- Modern
M	6:15-7:15 PM	152 - Stretch
Tu	2:30-3:30 PM	153- Private Coaching (rotating*)
Tu	3:30-5:00 PM	154
Tu	5:00-6:00 PM	155-Variations
W	3:30-4:30 PM	156- Private Coaching (rotating*)
Th	3:30-5:30 M	157- Technique & Pointe
Th	5:30-6:30 PM	158- Pilates
F	2:30-3:30 PM	159- Private Coaching (rotating*)
F	3:30-5:15 PM	160
F	5:15-6:15 PM	161- Partnering
Sa	1:15-2:45 PM	162

Tuition: $5,393, Monthly Installment Option Available
*CD has 5 rotating privates lessons.  Additional private coaching may be scheduled for an additional $45 per session.

 

Young Children's Division (Ages 3-8)

Introducing young children to the joy of movement and developing their kinesthetic sense.

Our Young Children’s Division is the first building block of our of dance education program. Classes are designed to allow young children to explore movement through music, develop physical skills, channel energy, and stimulate imagination and creativity. Dance training enhances cognitive learning skills such as memory and communication. Through the execution of movement patterns a child’s visual perception and sequential learning skills are greatly strengthened, in turn assisting young brains to develop in the areas of reading and math.

Registered Students, click here to see your Meet and Greet the teacher schedule.

Creative Movement (Ages 3-4)

Must be 3 by September 1, 2011.  Make-ups available by pre-approval only. (Students must be toilet trained. Parent/caregiver must wait in waiting room during class.)
 

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	CLASS NO.
W	4:00-4:45 PM	$353.40	2
F	4:30-5:15 PM	$353.40	3
Sa	9:00-9:45 AM	$353.40	4
Sa	2:30-3:15 PM	$353.40	5

Pre-Ballet I (Ages 4 – 5)

This class continues the introduction of dance and movement. Rhythmic steps and basic ballet positions are introduced using imagery and music as creative tools for the development of confident movement. Sequential movement patterns, simple counting skills and spatial awareness are developed as dancers learn classroom etiquette and healthy group socialization.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	CLASS NO.
M	3:30-4:15 PM	$353.40	6
W	4:45-5:30 PM	$353.40	7 FULL
F	5:15-6:00 PM	$353.40	8 FULL
Sa	10:30-11:15 AM	$353.40	9
Sa	1:45-2:30 PM	$353.40	10

Pre-Ballet II (Ages 5 – 6)

This class prepares the young dancer for the more structured ballet class. Still focusing on creativity and self expression, the curriculum incorporates more advanced movement patterns, counting skills and basic ballet positions and terminology. Musicality and posture awareness is encouraged and developed.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	CLASS NO.
M	4:00-4:45 PM	$353.40	11 FULL
W	3:45-4:30 PM	$353.40	12
W	5:30-6:15 PM	$353.40	13
Sa	9:45-10:30 AM	$353.40	14 FULL
Sa	2:15-3:00 PM	$353.40	15

Ballet I (Ages 6 – 7)

Students are introduced to simple ballet steps, along with age-appropriate terminology and imagery. As children learn longer and more complicated movement patterns, they increase their muscle awareness, strength, and flexibility and develop their artistry and performance skills, confidence and self-esteem. Skirts for the girls are provided by The Center.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	CLASS NO.
M	4:15-5:15 PM	$353.40	20
W	4:30-5:30 PM	$353.40	21 FULL
Sa	9:00-10:00 AM	$353.40	22
Su	10:00-11:00 AM	$353.40	23

Ballet II (Ages 7 - 8)

The young dancer is introduced to barre exercises as the study of basic ballet terminology and placement continues. Beginning Ballet I concepts are reinforced and refined as the young dancer continues to learn new steps and exercises, further developing the student's sense of oneself as a dancer. Students study simple character dance steps and will require character shoes - character skirts for girls are provided. Students who successfully complete this level are invited to join the Junior Division.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	CLASS NO.
M	4:45-5:45 PM	$353.40	24
W	4:30-5:30 PM	$353.40	25
Sa	10:00-11:00 AM	$353.40	26 FULL
Su	11:00-12:00 PM	$353.40	27

Young Tap (Ages 6-8)

Tap I

In this introductory class, dancers will learn basic tap steps with a focus on rhythm and musicality.  Each class will include a warm-up, exercises to improve technique, and fun combinations that  will allow the dancers to apply what they are learning while performing to upbeat, age-appropriate musical selections.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	CLASS NO.
M	4:00 - 4:45pm	$353.40	28

Class Observation

At the end of the semester, there is a special opportunity for parents to observe their children in class (we can make special arrangements for visiting relatives during the semester).

 

Youth Division (Ages 9-12)

Designed for children and pre-teens who want to experience the fitness benefits, artistic expression, and enjoyment of ballet and other forms of dance.

The emphasis for each class is to learn good clean technique, improve strength and flexibility, and build a vocabulary of steps. Students are expected to work hard and challenge themselves to improve. Choreography will be created on each class and students that continue into the spring semester with good attendance will be invited to participate in the Spring Studio Showcase performance in June 2012.

Ballet Beginner

This class is designed for children who are new, or relatively new, to ballet. Students are taught basic ballet positions, terminology and vocabulary. The class begins with basic barre work and progresses to center floor exercises. Stretching and strengthening sequences are taught for home practice. Students interested in more intensive study may audition for the Junior Division on the advice of the instructor.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	CLASS NO.
Sa	10:30 - 11:30am	$353.40	40

Ballet II - III

An elementary ballet class for dancers who have completed at least a year of ballet training. The class will include a full study of barre work, center practice and allegro combinations. Stretching and strengthening sequences will also be taught for home practice to aid improvement. Students interested in more intensive study may audition for the Junior Division on the advice of the instructor.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	CLASS NO.
W	6:30 - 7:30 pm	$353.40	41

Tap I/II

As the dancers in this class begin to master the fundamentals, they will demonstrate increased confidence in executing basic steps and will learn more complicated sequences that will challenge them while nurturing their developing sense of rhythm and timing.  Warm-ups, exercises to improve technique, and combinations will be set to a variety of fun, upbeat music that will keep the dancers engaged.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	CLASS NO.
M	4:45 - 5:45pm	$353.40	42

 

Tap III

Must have completed 2-3 years of tap.  This level should have knowledge of the many basic tap steps, such as brush, toe/ball, heel, dig, shuffle, flap, ball change, as well as simple combinations of the basic steps, such as shuffle hop step, flap heel (single, double), flap ball change, cramp roll. This class focuses on the clarity of the tap sound, balance, proper arm and body movements and alignment and ability to change directions easily.  Students will continue to expand knowledge of various tap steps and combinations, such as backups, simple riffs, crawls, time steps, single/double/triple sounds.   

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	CLASS NO.
W	4:30-5:30 PM	$353.40	43

Tap IV

Must have completed 3-4 years of tap with a good technical knowledge of tap.  This class will focus on improving technical skills of tap.  Steps/combinations will be longer and more intricate than in Tap III. Students will learn a variety of time steps with breaks, riffs, paddle steps, pull backs and preparation for wings incorporating turns where possible.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	CLASS NO.
W	5:30-6:30 PM	$353.40	44

Tap Advanced

Must have completed 5-6+ years of tap.  This level should have a strong technical and verbal knowledge of tap.  Students will work on clear, clean sounds and intricacies of the footwork.  Combinations and routines are challenging and the class is fast-paced.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	CLASS NO.
W	6:30-7:30 pm	$353.40	45

Jazz I

Classic jazz style and technique for beginners – this is an introductory course and no experience is required. This class introduces students to basic jazz technique, with a full warm-up followed by simple combinations.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	CLASS NO.
M	5:45-6:45 PM	$353.40	46

Jazz II - III

For students with at least 1 year of dance experience. A strong warm-up is followed by longer, more complicated combinations.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	CLASS NO.
Tu	6:00-7:00 PM	$353.40	47

Hip Hop I

Hip Hop technique for beginners, introducing students to basic hip hop movement and rhythm. This is an introductory course and
no experience is required. A full warm-up is followed by simple combinations.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	CLASS NO.
F	6:00-7:00 PM	$353.40	48

Hip Hop II - III

Hip Hop technique for students with at least 2 years of dance experience. A strong warm-up is followed by longer, more
complicated combinations.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	CLASS NO.
F	7:00-8:00 PM	$353.40	49

 

Youth Modern

Contemporary modern dance developed as a response to the restrictions of the classical ballet vocabulary. Exploring freedom of movement and developing self-expression are an integral part of this curriculum. Students dance bare foot and learn fundamentals of technique designed to increase strength and flexibility and to develop rhythmic sensitivity.

Modern I

No previous dance experience required.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	CLASS NO.
F	4:30-5:30 pm	$353.40	50

Modern II - III

For those with at least one year of dance experience.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	CLASS NO.
F	5:30-6:30 pm	$353.40	51

 

BOYS ONLY CLASSES

There’s a reason football and basketball players take dance class – to increase strength, flexibility, coordination and quick footwork.

In addition to these “boys only” classes listed below, boys are also encouraged to enroll in any of age and/or level appropriate classes. Scholarships are available. Please contact nwoods@BalletNova.org for information.

Boys Ballet and Strengthening (Ages 9-12)

Taught by Mr. Paul Wegner – this ballet class is designed for boys only, and will incorporate strengthening exercises, stretching, and cross training  together with barre and center work.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	CLASS NO.
Tu	5:00-6:00 PM	$353.40	60

Boys Hip Hop (Ages 9-12)

This hip hop class is designed for boys only! No dance experience is required.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	CLASS NO.
F	6:30-7:30 PM	$353.40	61

 

TEEN Classes (Ages 13 – 16)

 

This division is designed for teenagers and focuses on enrichment, fitness and recreation. 
 

Great for teens who are new or relatively new to dance, students can choose from a variety of classes in different styles of dance. The emphasis for each class is to learn good clean technique, improve strength and flexibility, and build a vocabulary of steps. Students are expected to work hard and challenge themselves to improve. Choreography will be created on each class and students that continue into the spring semester with good attendance will be invited to participate in the Spring Studio Showcase performance in June 2012.

Ballet I

This class is designed for teenagers with no previous ballet training. Students will learn basic ballet positions, terminology and vocabulary. The class will begin with basic barre work and progress to center floor exercises.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	CLASS NO.
Sa	11:30-12:30 PM	$353.40	52

Ballet II - III

An elementary ballet class for dancers who have completed at least a year of ballet training. The class will include a full study of barre work, center practice and allegro combinations.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	CLASS NO.
Tu	7:00-8:00 PM	$353.40	53

Jazz / Hip Hop I

For the complete beginner.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	CLASS NO.
Sa	3:15-4:15 PM	$353.40	54

Jazz / Hip Hop II / III

For students with at least 1 year of dance experience. A strong warm-up is followed by longer, more complicated combinations.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	CLASS NO.
Sa	4:15-5:15 PM	$353.40	55

 

ADULT DIVISION (Ages 15 and Up)

 Throughout our adult division (from basic beginner through professional), all dancers are challenged to improve!

Classes are designed to promote good technique, artistry, and musicality along with physical strength, flexibility, and alignment. To that end, individual and group correction and instruction are given; and questions are encouraged! Classes develop communities of dedicated adults who love to dance, move, develop artistry, and stay in shape. Teens 15 and older are permitted to take adult classes.

Check out our class combo discounts!  Take multiple classes listed on the flyer and save 50% off the second class!
 

Basic Beginner Ballet

These classes are designed for the complete beginner! Instruction on alignment and posture will be emphasized as well as body, feet, and arm positions. Ballet positions, terminology and vocabulary will be taught as the class progresses. Students will begin with simple barre exercises for warm-up and basic center floor combinations. Small jumps and traveling steps will be introduced as the semester progresses. Stretch and strengthening exercises will also be taught for students to practice at home. Each class builds on the week before, so students are encouraged to enroll for this level for the full benefit of the course.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
M	6:45-8:00 PM	$340	Wunder	300
W	7:30-8:45 PM	$340	Swogger	328
Th	10:00-11:15 AM	$340	Perez-Rowe	301
Sa	9:00-10:15 AM	$340	Wunder	302

Beginning Ballet (Ballet I for non-beginners)

These classes are designed for dancers that have completed the Basic Beginning level or for those wanting to review the fundamentals.  An emphasis on placement, technique, terminology, placement, balance and strength will be provided. Students can expect a full barre, pirouette preparation, small and medium jumps and an introduction to grand allegro combinations across the floor.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
Tu	10:00-11:15 AM	$340	Perez-Rowe	303
Tu	7:30-8:45 PM	$340	Wunder	304
F	6:30-7:45 PM	$340	Burstein	305

Advanced Beginning Ballet (Ballet II)

Must have at least 2 years of Ballet experience.  This is a good level for non-beginning dancers unsure of their level, those returning after some time away from the ballet studio, and those confident at the Beginning Ballet level.  Dancers should have a full understanding of ballet terminology.  Students can expect a full barre followed by center with pirouette combinations, petit and  grand allegro with 1-to-1 and 2-to-1 foot jumps.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
M	11:45-1:00 PM	$340	Perez-Rowe	306
Tu	11:45-1:00 PM	$340	Williams	307
W	11:30-1:00 PM	$340	Walsh	308
Th	11:45-1:00 PM	$340	Burstein	309
Th	7:30-8:45 PM	$340	Walsh	310
F	12:00-1:15 PM	$340	Wegner	311
Sa	9:00-10:15 AM	$340	Doherty	312
Su	11:30-12:45 PM	$340	Walsh	313

*NEW! ~ Intro to Pointe Class

This class is for students wanting to learn and go on pointe.  You must register for both the Ballet II class at 7:30 on Thursdays and this class in order to participate. No make-ups are available for this class.  Students should be taking at least 2 full ballet classes per week.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
Th	8:45-9:15 PM	$100	Walsh	327

Intermediate Ballet (Ballet III)

Must have several years of Ballet experience.  Students can expect a faster paced class, longer combinations, increased complexity.  Dancers comfortable in the Advanced Beginning level that wish to build stamina, strength and receive more of a challenge are welcome to take this class.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
M	7:30-9:00 PM	$340	Walsh	314
W	7:30-9:00 PM	$340	Henley	315
F	6:15-7:45 PM	$340	Wegner	316
Sa	12:30-2:00 PM	$340	Burstein	317

NEW! ~ Moderate Mondays - Intermediate Class

Start your week off gently with a full intermediate class with the opportunity to modify allegro and traveling combinations. 

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	Senior Discount Tuition (60+)	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
M	10:00-11:30 AM	$340	300	Perez-Rowe	318

Intermediate /Advanced Ballet

This fast paced full ballet class is for high intermediate and advanced dancers.  An excellent class for professionals, teachers and college students.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
Tu	10:00-11:30 AM	$340	Williams	319
Tu	7:30-9:00 PM	$340	Walsh	320
Th	10:00-11:30 AM	$340	Burstein	321
Th	7:30-9:00 PM	$340	Wunder	322
F	10:00-11:30 AM	$340	Perez-Rowe	323
Sa	9:30-11:00 AM	$340	Perez-Rowe	324
Su	10:00-11:30 AM	$340	Walsh	325

Pointe Intermediate

Adult pointe students should have several years of ballet training and pointe experience, and are required to take a regular ballet technique class before this one to properly warm-up and prepare for pointe. Students should be taking at least 2 full ballet  classes per week 

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
Sa	2:00-3:00 PM	$340	Burstein	326

Tap

Tap uses one's shoes as a percussive instrument. Classes are classic style, focusing more on the dance side of this form of dance rather than the musical/percussive side. Technique and form along with good posture are emphasized. Routines are developed throughout the semester.

Beginning Tap 

These classes are designed for dancers that have completed the Basic Beginning level or for those wanting to review the fundamentals.  An emphasis on placement, technique, terminology, placement, balance and strength will be provided. Students can expect a faster paced class than the basic beginning level that reviews steps and introduces new ones such as military step, flap heel (single and double), simple steps, and backups (among others).

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
W	7:30-8:30 PM	$340	Braden	331
Th	9:00-10:00 AM	$340	Braden	332

Advanced Beginning Tap (Tap II)

This is a good level to start if you took 1-2 years of tap as a youth and are returning as an adult.  This class is great for students who have learned the basics but still need to perfect skills and work on more intricate combinations. Steps are broken down to gain understanding and proficiency.  Dancers will work on the basic tap steps needed to advance to more intricate steps, such as maxi ford, Irish, paddle rolls, time steps.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
Tu	8:30-9:30 PM	$340	Braden	333

Broadway Tap Intermediate

This is a fast paced class for tap dancers with several years of experience.  Dancers should be comfortable in the Advanced Beginning level before taking this class.  This class offers longer combinations, increased complexity and an additional challenge.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
M	8:00-9:00 PM	$340	Golden	334

Tap Intermediate

Must have several years of Tap experience.  This level requires solid tap skills and the ability to learn more difficult footwork and combinations more quickly than Advanced Begining, but steps are still broken down. Students can expect a faster paced class, longer combinations, increased complexity. 

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
Tu	7:30-8:30 PM	$340	Braden	335
Th	10:30-11:30 AM	$340	Braden	336

Tap Advanced

This fast paced tap class is for advance dancers.  Dancers must be able to pick up challenging combinations and footwork quickly.  Several years of experience is necessary. 

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
Tu	6:15-7:30 PM	$340	Braden	337
Th	11:30-12:45 PM	$340	Braden	338

Jazz

Jazz is a dance form that originated in the US in the early part of the 20th century, drawing from jazz rhythms and techniques, isolating various parts of the body in movement. It evolved  onto stage and screen with choreographers such as Katherine Dunham and Bob Fosse.  The influence of jazz can be seen on the ballet stage.

Jazz Beginning

Some beginning dance or structured movement experience is recommended, but not required.  Introduces students to basic jazz technique. A full warm-up is given incorporating foot and leg work, ab strengthening, isolations, and stretching followed by across the floor introducing kicks, small jumps and turn preparations, and simple combinations, ending with a short choreographed routine.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
M	7:100-8:00 PM	$340	Tuck	340

Jazz Intermediate

This class focuses on classical jazz technique, which pulls from ballet as its foundations.  Students will learn a set warm up at the beginning of each semester that includes spinal articulation, plies, footwork, isolations, and an exercise to work on cardiovascular strength.  Across the floor exercises include battements, piroettes, and jumps.  Each class culminates in a dance combination.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
M	8:30-9:45 PM	$340	Bennett	341

Jazz - Theater Dance – Intermediate (Ages 16 and up)

This class features a technique warm-up combining ballet and classic jazz followed by traveling combinations with choreography.  This class is designed for intermediate students and above who wish to improve their theatrical skills and get a terrific workout.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
W	7:30-9:00 PM	$340	Watson	342

 

HIP HOP

Hip-hop dance refers to dance styles primarily danced to hip-hop music. More than 30 years old, hip-hop dance became widely known after the first professional crews formed in the 1970s. Hip-hop dancing evolved from breaking and funk styles into different forms. These styles were developed by technically trained dancers who wanted to create choreography for hip-hop music from the hip-hop dances they saw being performed on the street. Because of this development, hip-hop dance is now practiced at both studios and outside spaces.
 

Hip Hop Beginning

Some beginning dance or structured movement experience is recommended but not required. This class introduces basic hip hop movements and technique with a warm-up and stretch followed by a short choreographed routine.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
W	7:30-8:30 PM	$340	Tuck	343

Hip Hop Intermediate

Two years of dance experience required.  This class will incorporate a strong technique warm up followed by choreographed pieces.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
Tu	8:00-9:00 PM	$340	Tuck	344

 

Contemporary / Modern

Modern dance is a free, expressive style of dance  that incorporates ballet technique as well as  exploring the play of movement - fall and recover, contraction and release, toward and against gravity, balance and off-balance.
 

Contemporary dance uses dance techniques and methods found in ballet, and modern dance, and it also draws from other philosophies of movement that are outside the realm of classical dance technique.
 

Lyrical dance is a fusion of ballet with jazz and contemporary dance techniques. Lyrical dance style combines the many technical elements of classical ballet with the freedom and airier aspects of jazz, contemporary and modern dance. Lyrical dance is expressive, simultaneously subtle and dynamic, focused on conveying musicality and emotion through movement. 
 

Modern Beginning

Some beginning dance or structured movement experience is recommended but not required.  This class introduces basic movements of modern dance and use of space.  Students can expect center warm-up with articulation of different parts of the body (plées, footwork, etc) and stretching, followed by across the floor, and ending with a short choreographed routine.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
Tu	7:00-8:15 PM	$340	Burstein	345

Contemporary / Modern Intermediate

This class is an amalgamation of many different dance styles (Linon, Hwkins, Simonson to name a few) along with the instructor's methodology.  The class is structured so that each warm-up exercise to release their weight and develop articulation of the spine, plies and footwork combinations, adagio work for extension and control, and a dance combination at the end.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
M	7:15-8:30 PM	$340	Bennett	346

Contemporary / Lyrical Intermediate

Strong dance technique is required for this class.  This fast paced class pulls from a ballet warm-up of plies, tondues and footwork along with other articulation of the body and stretching.  Students can expect an across the floor and dance combination.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
Th	7:30-8:45 PM	$340	Tuck	347

 CANCELLED TONIGHT, November 2, 2011 only

Adult Conditioning Program

Exercise and body awareness classes for dancers and non-dancers alike.
 

• Strengthen your core
• Improve your posture
• Lengthen and shape your muscles
• Improve flexibility
• Relieve stress
   

We have a very limited supply of mats. Please bring your own if possible.
 

Dance Cardio and Stretch

Fusing the principals of cardio, stretch and strength conditioning with the elegance and beauty of ballet, these classes provide a low-impact but effective series of movements that target the entire body. The result is improved posture, stability, core strength, overall toning plus the grace and poise of a dancer. Ballet experience is recommended but not required!

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
M	8:00-9:00 PM	$340	Wunder	350
Su	12:00-1:00 PM	$340	Wunder	351

Pilates

Pilates increases the strength, flexibility and control of the body, building flexibility and endurance  in the legs, abdominals, arms and back.  The exercises emphasize the balanced development of the body through core strength, flexibility, control and awareness in order to support efficiency of movement.  These classes are great for core and full body workout for dancers and non-dancers alike. Pilates with props is not for beginners, previous pilates or dance experience required.  Props used are rings, balls and gliders.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
M	7:00-8:00 PM	$340	Foreman	350
Tu	12:00-1:00 PM	$340	Foreman	353-w/props
Su	11:30 - 12:30 PM	$340	Foreman	354-2/props

Zena Rommett Floor-Barre™

The Zena Rommett Floor-Barre Technique® is a gentle and highly effective method for correcting and refining body alignment, building muscular strength and length, strengthening joints and increasing vitality and artistic expression. Taught by a certified Rommett Floor Barre teacher, class begins with students stretched on the floor and proceeds with gentle exercises.  This class is great for dancers, actors, singers,  or those needing help rehabilitating injuries without the pressure of gravity of traditional standing-barre exercises.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
W	10:30-11:30 AM	$340	Rubin	355

Stretch

Proper stretching increases flexibility, joint range of motion, improves circulation and posture, and relaxes tight tense muscles resulting from stress or  exercise such as jogging and weight lifting.

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
Th	6:30-7:30 PM	$340	Walsh	356
Sa	8:00-9:30 AM	$340	Lewis	357

Yoga Based Stretch Class

This class is designed to target connective tissue, specifically ligaments and tendons in the joints and spine. The positions are held for a longer period of time working towards complete relaxation to get deep into the areas of tension. Muscle accounts for 40 percent of the resistance against flexibility where as connective tissue is 50 percent. We work Hips ,Spine and Shoulders eventually moving to hamstrings. This is a great cross training for any activity. Through relaxation we increase range of motion and flexibility while taking out the tension our bodies hold from everyday life.
 

DAY	TIME	REGULAR TUITION	INSTRUCTOR	CLASS NO.
Su	1:00-2:15 PM	$340	Walsh	358-yoga

 

 

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