Jazz Dance
Jazz combines many styles and techniques from ethnic and contemporary dance to ballet. Rhythm, upon which all dance forms depend, is particularly integral to jazz dance. The first half of class consists of exercises to stretch and tone muscles and develop support for proper stress-free alignment of the skeletal structure. Using jazz, soul, R&B, ethnic and pop music, jazz classes are a great work-out and a fun way to release tension while attaining a body awareness that can be applied to everyday activities.

Tap Dance
Tap is an exciting rhythmic exercise and dance form which is enjoyable to both kids and adults. Rooted in African-American History, tap offers a variety of styles and techniques. Students will realize results in dance movement after a minimum of classes. The classes stress the basics of tap and build into combinations which are great to watch and delightful to hear. Try tap for fun and fitness.

Hip Hop
Hip hop is stylized dancing which is featured in most of the music videos on television today. It includes poppin', lockin', breakin', housing, step and street funk. No technical training required. Please wear loose clothing which allows for full range of movement. Please do not wear the same sneakers in class as the ones you wear in off the street. This creates problems with dirt and sand carried onto our dance floor.
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Ballet
Ballet classes are designed to expose the student to the grace and beauty of classical dance. Each class will start with a warm up and stretch at the barre before progressing to center floor work. Emphasis will be on the basic positions of the feet and arms as they relate to proper body alignment and balance. Ballet training gives a dancer the strength and control to execute any style of dance well.

Breakdance
Breakdance is an athletic dance form which uses a great deal of floor work. The movements and weight changes are often supported by the arms. Also it includes poppin', lockin', and works on top rock, bottom rock, techs and power moves. Please do not wear the same sneakers in class as the ones you wear in off the street. This creates problems with dirt and sand carried onto our dance floor.
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Modern
Modern consists of an eclectic mix of modern and post modern dance styles. The class format will start with a warm-up that stresses technique, freedom of movement and full expression, then progressing to adagio and ending with movement across the floor. (This class requires students to be at a beg/inter level of jazz, modern or ballet.)

Dance Imagination
Dance Imagination introduces dance basics and inspires young dancers to express themselves through movement, developing their understanding of the art and technique of dance in an atmosphere of fun and purpose. Using concepts which are familiar to the child, movement is introduced which invites them to apply imagination, energy and coordination. Through creative play and imitation, children strengthen basic motor skills and self esteem by learning what they can do. By exploring dance, music and language, the child's many facilities of self expression are nurtured. Memorization improves because the elements of dance are identified and used in many interesting ways. Focus on form, technique and composition increases with age and ability within the curriculum. Training young dancers in this in-depth method develops body awareness, agility, rhythm, improvisation skills and creative thinking of a permanent nature, while preparing for the more regimented study of ballet, jazz, modern and other related theater arts. More on our Young Dancers Program...

Repertory Classes
Repertory is for intermediate and advanced students with a desire to perform and who have the ability to count music and learn movement and phrases quickly.

Musical Theatre
Musical Theatre is for the student dancer who would like to improve stage presence, character and audition skills in theatre dance. Each Sunday Workshop will focus on a different piece of choreography that is expressive and tells a story.

Kids Jazz, Tap & Hip Hop
Kids' classes are designed to help children develop confidence, muscle strength, coordination, musicality and self-expression. We are committed to dance education and to responding to each child's needs, abilities and rate of assimilation. Taking into consideration the experience and maturity of the individual we are flexible in regards to placement according to age. Our work is based on the idea of dance as an additional resource to general education. We provide a non-competitive and supportive environment from which children and teenagers can feel secure to explore the world of dance. Although our principal focus is not on recitals, we do feel that performing in a theatrical environment is a valuable part of a student's dance experience. We present a performance every June at Merrill Auditorium.

Flamenco
Flamenco is a fascinating, although little understood musical art form of Southern Spain (Andalusia) as interpreted through song, guitar and dance. It is generally agreed that Flamenco is a mixture of the music of many cultures that have played important roles throughout the centuries in Andalusia, the most important being the Muslim, Jewish, Indo-Pakistani (gypsy) and Byzantine. Flamenco served as an emotional outlet for oppressed and underprivileged people. As a persecuted minority, the gypsies' only hope of survival was to adapt over time to the dominant culture. However, they were able to protect the music of their culture by melding their traditional songs and dances with those of the prevailing culture. Flamenco as we know it today did not begin its development until the XVI century.

Women may wear a full skirt with some weight to it, well below the knee but above the ankle is best. Character shoes or any shoe with approximately 2 inch height (1-3 inches ok) with a very sturdy heel. Men should wear a comfortable, but not baggy, shirt and pants and either boots or a sturdy shoe with a bit of a heel (about 1 inch).

Nia Technique
Nia is the ultimate "east meets west" method to tone your body, mind and spirit. It is fitness fusion at its finest. Nia is about celebrating the body you've been given. Short Neuromuscular Integrative Action, Nia uses a barefoot, grounded approach to maximize body efficiency and teach you to consciously move in a gentle way. The result is a fusion of movement styles that are freer than any other dance-based exercise. You'll experience the expressiveness of dance, the power and explosiveness of the martial arts and the wisdom of the healing arts. Nia is fun, flexible, and friendly. The perfect medicine for body and soul. For more information, visit www.nianow.com.

Athletic Dance
Athletic Dance will connect the participant to a deeper understanding of movement techniques. Athletic dance combines strength, flexibility, co-ordination, and agility challenges into an exhilarating workout. Stephen Goldbas D.O. brings his osteopathic knowledge of anatomy and physiology and his practical experience as a dancer and choreographer to provide course participants with a thorough warm-up and stretch routine that will help any athlete, dancer, or performer get to the next level.

Yamuna Body Rolling
Yamuna Body Rolling aids in developing total flexibility and freedom of movement within the body using balls. It combines the releasing effects of massage with the toning effects of exercise. Wear comfortable dance or yoga attire and bring a yoga mat. You will feel results from your very first session. For more information visit: www.bodylogic.com.

Swing Dance
Swing is a unique and historical American social dance form which originated in the late 20's and early 30's in the dance halls of Harlem. It was known as the Lindy Hop and had since developed into many different styles. Today, Swing is popular throughout the world and is enjoyed by dancers of all generations.

Belly Dance
Belly Dance is one of the oldest dance traditions passed down through the ages; it originates from the ancient Middle East and cultures honoring the Feminine Divine - expressing life force, internal landscapes and sensuality. This class is a mixed levels class. Together we will take a journey of music and movement that we hope will inspire you. Dressing for the class is really up to you, but you must dress ready to move; no jeans or stiff clothing, nothing with a high waist band. Leotards, long, flowing skirt or loose pants are best. Be prepared to dance barefoot.

Zumba
Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy to follow moves to create a dynamic workout system that will blow you away. Our goal is simple. We want you to work out, to love working out, to get hooked. An exhilarating hour of caloric burning, heart-racing, muscle-pumping, body energizing movements meant to engage and captivate for life! The routines feature interval training sessions where fast and slow rhythms and resistance training are combined to tone and sculpt while burning fat. Add some Latin flavor and international zest into the mix and you've got ZUMBA!