Inspirations In Dance

DESCRIPTION OF DANCE CLASSES

Creative movement- Ages 2-6 are placed in creative movement classes. A combination of Ballet, Tap, Jazz and other dance techniques that teach children the fundamentals of dance.   Each class is full of imagination and fun teaching self esteem, rhythm, coordination and expression.. This form of dance will prepare students for all future techniques of dance they will encounter as they grow.  As students get older and as the year progresses curriculum becomes more challenging. Ballet technique and Tap are the foundation of the class.

Modern- this is a very expressive form of dance that emphasizes the use of the floor and increases range of motion.  Teaching proper body alignment, breathing, leg extensions, feeling, discipline, contraction and release of the body, strength and flexibilty.  The Styles of Modern we teach are Graham, Ailey and Horton, each technique is unique in its own way. It is also a great basis for any form of dance.

Jazz-This form of dance is full of rhythm, technique and energy.  Isolations of shoulders, head, hips and ribcage are taught along with leaps, jumps, turns, pirouettes, kicks, spotting, control and basic terms and movements of dance. Most steps are done in Parallel rather than turned out like ballet. Each class begins with a Jazz warm up and ends with a combination. Upbeat music of yesterday and today are used.

Hip Hop- this class is full of energy and fun. We teach our students how to loosen up and feel the beat in the music with sharp and strong movements.  The pop and locking of the body is used along with isolations and contractions. Standing and floor movements are taught in the center and traveling down the room.  This class is full of combinations and steps that are very eye-catching and fun. Learn the newest dance moves while listening to your favorite Hip Hop and Funk music from today*s hottest music stars. (All music is appropriate and carefully chosen for each age group.)

Ballet-All forms of dance stem from ballet. Our classes focus on technique, placement, control, strength, balance and basic ballet terminology such as the 5 positions. All movements are graceful, flowing and precise. In each class we start with a warm up, use the barre, travel down the room and work on combinations in the center.

Tap- A combination of rhythm and sounds made with the feet. Rhythm skills, precision and musicality are developed in each tap class. Both old and new tap styles are taught. Hand, arm and other body movements are taught to be used while tapping. We work with a graded barre and center technique also traveling across the floor. Combinations are challenging and fun.

Exercise Classes:

Pilates- A unique matt workout for the whole body, inside and out. Each exercise uses the mind and body at the same time emphasizing on control. Proper breathing, body alignment and balance are taught. Exercises are done sitting, standing and lying down. The focus in this class is to strengthen the central core and using the abdominal muscles to control the movements of the other parts of the body such as the legs, back, thighs and arms. Pilates will make your body feel longer and leaner. It improves coordination, body awareness, flexibility, strength and overall alignment.

ZUMBA- COME JOIN THE PARTY! This is a fun filled dance class for adults that is full of Latin and other international music with easy to follow dance moves. You will burn calories and get in shape while having fun! $10 a class!

For the convenience of our costumers we sell all of the dance wear and shoes each student  will need for class here at the studio.  When you come to register we will size each student for their dance wear and shoes that are required for the year!

At every class each student is to come prepared for class with their assigned dance wear and shoes on.  Hair is to be worn away from the face in a bun.