Our Philosophy:

Creating Confidence and the Love of Dance. We believe dance to be a great experience for all, it not only improves coordination and physical strength, it strengthens discipline and self-confidence which will carry over into all areas of life. We provide dancers with the experience and tools to love and appreciate the art of dance by teaching the physical skills, technique and expressive nature of dance. Classes are carefully limited in size and created by ability to provide the best possible experience for each dancer. Our number one goal is the quality of dance education we provide for every dancer. I hope you would join us in the dance experience!

Nicolle Ament
Owner/Director

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Class Descriptions

Classes are created by age and ability.

Tiny Tots

Ages 31/2 -5 Incorporating Ballet and Creative Movement, this class lets dancers discover musical skills, develop coordination and learn how to interact with children their own age through dance movement and creativity. Just the class to start them off on the right foot!!!

Pre-K Ballet/Tap Combo

Ages 41/2 -6 For the dancers who will be in Kindergarten next year and are currently in preschool. Working on a continuum, balance, rhythm, musicality carry the dancers into understanding the concentration necessary to continue to grow as a dancer. Dancers begin to learn the basics of Ballet and Tap. Creativity is still a big part of the dance process.

Kindergarten Ballet/Tap Combo

Kindergartners are continuing to develop the motor skills for Ballet and Tap, this class introduces correct body placement, acquiring strength and flexibility, developing poise and self confidence in the structure and creativity of dance. Ballet and Tap skills are developed by learning more vocabulary, combinations and choreography to carry them into the next class. Creativity is still very much encouraged.

Level Classes I-IV (Ballet. Jazz. Tap. Modern)

The following individual classes give dancers the time and structure to develop their confidence and skills in each dance discipline. Technique and Creativity make the learning process of dance fun, challenging and rewarding!

Ballet

1st- 12th grade. Classes are created by age and ability level. Ballet is the basis of all dance forms developing strength, balance, style and the physical and mental discipline required for the proper executions of dance movements. Working on self-discipline, body placement and developing poise and self confidence and creativity. A progression in learning dance vocabulary, combinations and choreography will carry each dancer forward through each class. A good solid foundation in ballet helps the progress in other dance forms. Ballet is highly recommended for Dancers participating in other dance forms and required for Company dancers.

Jazz

KDG-12th grade. Classes are created by age and ability level. This class emphasizes total body conditioning and awareness working on strength, flexibility, isolation, leaps, turns, creativity, jazz vocabulary, movement, combinations and choreography that is age appropriate. Dancers taking Jazz should consider taking a Ballet Class to help with technique.

Tap

1st- 12th grade. Classes are created by age and ability level. Tap is clearly defined, emphasizing the development of musicality and a sense of rhythm. From the brain to the feet!

Modern

An interpretative dance form that evokes emotion and the art of movement. Dancers should have strong technical skills and love to create and move.

*Company Groups

*For the dedicated advanced dancer. Company dancers are required to take multiple classes 3-4 times per week including Technique and Choreography. These dancers must have predetermined dance skills and the discipline and dedication for extra classes and performances through out the season. By Teacher recommendation and placement only.

Additional Classes Available

Pointe

An extension of serious Ballet training for the very serious dancer. Strength, flexibility, discipline, commitment and age are important factors in this class. Teacher recommendation only.

Lyrical

Ballet and Jazz fused together in a contemporary form to express emotion and technical skills. A strong technical skill base in Ballet and Jazz is needed to execute Lyrical dance. This style is incorporated in the intermediate - advanced Jazz classes.

Leaps and Turns

An additional technique class emphasizing the form and practice of leaps and turns used in dance. This class is recommended for any dancer that wants to improve on their technical skills. Required for Company Dancers.

Pilates

For Teens and Adults who want to build strength and flexibility.

Private Lessons

Available for dancers who want to work on and advance at specific skills in any dance form with one on one attention.