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Dance Basics 3/4 is for three and four year olds and
it is 1 hour in length. The class begins with a fundamental
structured disciplined environment. Proper ballet
terminology is emphasized from a young age. At the half
hour mark the students change to tap shoes. This in turn
helps the young student develop good musicality, timing and
rhythm. The teacher decides which discipline will be
performed in the recital at the end of the year.
it is 1 hour in length. The class begins with a fundamental
structured disciplined environment. Proper ballet
terminology is emphasized from a young age. At the half
hour mark the students change to tap shoes. This in turn
helps the young student develop good musicality, timing and
rhythm. The teacher decides which discipline will be
performed in the recital at the end of the year.
Dance Basics 5/6 is for five and six year
olds and it continues to build upon Dance Basics
3/4. More steps and terminology are introduced
both in ballet and tap. At the half hour mark
students change from ballet to tap shoes. The
teacher decides which discipline will be
performed in the recital at the end of the year.
olds and it continues to build upon Dance Basics
3/4. More steps and terminology are introduced
both in ballet and tap. At the half hour mark
students change from ballet to tap shoes. The
teacher decides which discipline will be
performed in the recital at the end of the year.
Ballet A is for 7 year olds. The class is 1 hour in length
basically consisting of a 1/2 hour barre and 1/2 hour center.
Continuing to building on the skills learned in Dance Basics,
students are given more difficult steps and terminology both
at the barre and center.
basically consisting of a 1/2 hour barre and 1/2 hour center.
Continuing to building on the skills learned in Dance Basics,
students are given more difficult steps and terminology both
at the barre and center.
Ballet B is for 8 year olds. The class is 1 hour in
length. Students learn the positions of the body, more
complicated steps and continue to build and expand on the
technique from Ballet A.
length. Students learn the positions of the body, more
complicated steps and continue to build and expand on the
technique from Ballet A.
Ballet 2 Pointe B is for 12 years of age and
older. Class is 1.5 hours in length. Students at this
level are required to take 3 classes per week.
older. Class is 1.5 hours in length. Students at this
level are required to take 3 classes per week.
Ballet 3 Pointe C is for 12 years of age and
older. Class is 2 hours in length emphasizing more
difficult steps and pointe work across the floor for the
student.
older. Class is 2 hours in length emphasizing more
difficult steps and pointe work across the floor for the
student.
Ballet 4 Pointe D is for pre-professional
students 14 years of age and older. Class is 2 hours in
length. Pointe is an integral part of class. Overall
performance above and beyond just executing proper
technique is now required.
students 14 years of age and older. Class is 2 hours in
length. Pointe is an integral part of class. Overall
performance above and beyond just executing proper
technique is now required.
Ballet 5 Pointe E is for pre-professional students
and professionals who exhibit extremely accomplished
technique. Class is 2 hours in length. Pointe is an
technique and combinations and routines to develop the
mind and retention skills.
and professionals who exhibit extremely accomplished
technique. Class is 2 hours in length. Pointe is an
technique and combinations and routines to develop the
mind and retention skills.
Pas de deux Class is for ballet levels 3, 4, 5 by
invitation only. It is a full hour of pointe, needed for a
professional career. Students may not participate if
they have not taken the previous hour class for
warm-up.
invitation only. It is a full hour of pointe, needed for a
professional career. Students may not participate if
they have not taken the previous hour class for
warm-up.
Jazz A is for 7 year old beginners. Class is 1
hour in length consisting of a warm-up and then
simple steps across the floor.
hour in length consisting of a warm-up and then
simple steps across the floor.
Jazz 1 is for 10 years of age and older. Class is 1
hour in length. Students learn strength exercises and
then short combinations across the floor. Turns are
emphasized.
hour in length. Students learn strength exercises and
then short combinations across the floor. Turns are
emphasized.
Jazz 2 is for 12 years of age and older. Class is 1
hour in length. Students learn more difficult
exercises and now leaps are added to the emphasis
of turns. Combinations are now longer.
hour in length. Students learn more difficult
exercises and now leaps are added to the emphasis
of turns. Combinations are now longer.
Jazz 3 is for 12 years of age and older. Class is
1 hour in length. Students now develop a stronger
are longer and much more difficult to remember
and execute. Warm-up is limited as students must
be warmed-up from a previous class.
1 hour in length. Students now develop a stronger
are longer and much more difficult to remember
and execute. Warm-up is limited as students must
be warmed-up from a previous class.
Jazz 4 is for pre-professional students 14 of
age and older. Class is 1 hour in length.
Combinations are difficult requiring strong
technique. Warm-up is limited as dancers must be
warmed-up from a previous class.
age and older. Class is 1 hour in length.
Combinations are difficult requiring strong
technique. Warm-up is limited as dancers must be
warmed-up from a previous class.
Jazz 5 is for professionals who exhibit extremely
accomplished technique. Class is 1 hour in length.
The emphasis is on retention skills of difficult
technique. Warm-up is limited as dancers must be
warmed-up from a previous class.
accomplished technique. Class is 1 hour in length.
The emphasis is on retention skills of difficult
technique. Warm-up is limited as dancers must be
warmed-up from a previous class.
Tap 1 is for 7 years of age and older and new students never exposed to tap at any age. Class is 1 hour in length.
Terminology, technique and quality of sounds are Tap emphasizes. Students who have had Dance Basics and retain
training may possibly skip this level.
Terminology, technique and quality of sounds are Tap emphasizes. Students who have had Dance Basics and retain
training may possibly skip this level.
Tap 2 is for 8 years of age and older. The class is 1 hour in length. The emphasis is on more difficult technique
than Tap 1 and more speed in the execution of steps. Students get basic combinations and routines.
than Tap 1 and more speed in the execution of steps. Students get basic combinations and routines.
Tap 3 is for 9 years of age and older. The class is 1 hour in length. Students typically have had two to three years
of previous tap. Students learn difficult routines and develop their performance abilities on top of their technical
achievement.
of previous tap. Students learn difficult routines and develop their performance abilities on top of their technical
achievement.
| ETHNIC AND TAP DANCE PROGRAM |
Tap 4 is for 10 years of age and older. The class is 1 hour in length. Students typically have had four to five years
previous training and they exhibit a mature attitude in class and performance. Shoes with heels are required for women
at this level.
previous training and they exhibit a mature attitude in class and performance. Shoes with heels are required for women
at this level.
Tap 5 is for the extremely accomplished tap student and or professional. This student will feel quite comfortable and
accomplished in any master class any where. Again heels are required for women.
accomplished in any master class any where. Again heels are required for women.
Hip Hop 2 is for levels Jazz or Ballet 1, 2 or
higher. Class is 1 hour in length. Students must
have a basic understanding of their body and dance
movement in general to excel in this level.
Combinations are longer with moves that are much
more difficult than Hip Hop 1. Without previous
training students may develop bad habits that are
hard previous class.
higher. Class is 1 hour in length. Students must
have a basic understanding of their body and dance
movement in general to excel in this level.
Combinations are longer with moves that are much
more difficult than Hip Hop 1. Without previous
training students may develop bad habits that are
hard previous class.
| SCHOOL REQUIREMENTS |
Flamenco with its origins in Spain, is for students who have had little or no tap and have the desire to learn a
beautiful ethnic style of dance. Flamenco is concise and strict with attention to every detail. Flamenco also incorporates
the use of castanets and fancing foot work.
beautiful ethnic style of dance. Flamenco is concise and strict with attention to every detail. Flamenco also incorporates
the use of castanets and fancing foot work.
Guitar and Bass is for ages 7 and older. Emphasis is on theory and composition for the purpose of writing music
and performing diverse genres. Students volunteer to perform twice a year in a recital but it is not required.
SASPA has two guitar teachers..
and performing diverse genres. Students volunteer to perform twice a year in a recital but it is not required.
SASPA has two guitar teachers..
Voice is for ages 7 and older. Emphasis is on basic vocal technique and exposure to various types of composition.
Students volunteer to perform twice a year in a recital but it is not required.
Students volunteer to perform twice a year in a recital but it is not required.
Piano is for ages 5 and older. It is beneficail for students to be able to read. Emphasis is on classical but may also
include Broadway and contemporary styles. Lessons include music theory and history. Students volunteer to perform
twice a year in a recital but it is not required.
include Broadway and contemporary styles. Lessons include music theory and history. Students volunteer to perform
twice a year in a recital but it is not required.
| PRIVATE MUSIC DISCIPLINES OFFERED |
Ballet C is for 9 years of age and older. This can be a
two year program for some students. The class is 1 hour in
length. The emphasis is on continued technique and
terminology building upon the previous studies. Students
develop memory skills thru short combinations and drill
steps and terminology which continues to develop repertoire
of steps and choreography.
two year program for some students. The class is 1 hour in
length. The emphasis is on continued technique and
terminology building upon the previous studies. Students
develop memory skills thru short combinations and drill
steps and terminology which continues to develop repertoire
of steps and choreography.
Jazz C is for 9 year olds and beginners. Class
is 1 hour in length consisting of a strength
warm-up and short combinations across the floor
building on the training from levels A and B.
is 1 hour in length consisting of a strength
warm-up and short combinations across the floor
building on the training from levels A and B.
Violin is for ages 7 and older. Emphasis is on theory and composition for the purpose of writing music and
performing diverse genres. Students volunteer to perform twice a year in a recital but it is not required.
performing diverse genres. Students volunteer to perform twice a year in a recital but it is not required.
Adult Ballet is for ballet levels beg. - advanced.
See levels C, 1, 2 and 3. It is a full hour class
working teen who does not want to take class with
younger students. Pointe is an option only if a
student has had enough proper training and the
director feels the student can approach pointe
properly.
See levels C, 1, 2 and 3. It is a full hour class
working teen who does not want to take class with
younger students. Pointe is an option only if a
student has had enough proper training and the
director feels the student can approach pointe
properly.
Acting (TV/Screen, Stage) is for students who are ages 7 years of age and older. This class is for students
who desire to study both for the stage and screen. Students learn trust exercises, scene study, how to do cold readings,
how to slate and actual screen experience seeing themselves and being evaluated on overall technique through the camera
and then on screen.
who desire to study both for the stage and screen. Students learn trust exercises, scene study, how to do cold readings,
how to slate and actual screen experience seeing themselves and being evaluated on overall technique through the camera
and then on screen.
Musical Theatre Camps of San Antonio is for students who desire to study the triple threat of musical
theatre. No previous experience is needed. These summer camps offer a complete week of performing arts experience
including dance, acting, singing and stage craft. Offered three times in the summer, it combines fun and knowledge of
the performing art skills necessary to be in a professional production. Campers can do one, two or all three camps.
Each camp is one week long, campers receive lunch everyday, a camp T-shirt, a performance program and every age
group learns a different Broadway Review wrapping up with two performances at the end of the week.
theatre. No previous experience is needed. These summer camps offer a complete week of performing arts experience
including dance, acting, singing and stage craft. Offered three times in the summer, it combines fun and knowledge of
the performing art skills necessary to be in a professional production. Campers can do one, two or all three camps.
Each camp is one week long, campers receive lunch everyday, a camp T-shirt, a performance program and every age
group learns a different Broadway Review wrapping up with two performances at the end of the week.
Hip Hop 1 is for students who are beginners
to dance. Class is 1 hour in length. Students
are introduced to the basic movements of Hip
Hop and isolations. Students who study ballet
and jazz definitely progress faster in hip hop.
to dance. Class is 1 hour in length. Students
are introduced to the basic movements of Hip
Hop and isolations. Students who study ballet
and jazz definitely progress faster in hip hop.
Dance Basics 3/4, 5/6 - Level A, B, C emphasizes creative expressive response to music and the
development of strength, poise and group interaction skills. Students may start as young as 2, (restroom trained
so the teacher doesn't have to deal with this during class). Special attention is given to the physical, emotional
and mental developmental needs of our youngest students. In young children the muscles and bones are delicate
therefore our focus is to teach an understanding of how the body works physically. The levels in this division
help the young student to enter the intermediate division.
development of strength, poise and group interaction skills. Students may start as young as 2, (restroom trained
so the teacher doesn't have to deal with this during class). Special attention is given to the physical, emotional
and mental developmental needs of our youngest students. In young children the muscles and bones are delicate
therefore our focus is to teach an understanding of how the body works physically. The levels in this division
help the young student to enter the intermediate division.
Intermediate Division (Levels C, 1, 2) Ages 10 - Up The primary focus of this division is on
developing technique, musicality, proper placement, strength and poise. Pointe work is introduced in Ballet 1.
dance styles in addition to ballet. SASPA offers Flamenco, Folklorico, Highland, Hip Hop, Modern, five levels
of Tap, eight levels of ballet and jazz, and partnering as a complete curriculum of dance styles. Because dance
is a performing art, students in Ballet 3 and above may also participate in weekly workshops to develop
performance skills and experience. The students learn to understand how steps taught in ballet class relate to
choreography. Dance taught in workshops are performed in outreach performances year-round.
developing technique, musicality, proper placement, strength and poise. Pointe work is introduced in Ballet 1.
dance styles in addition to ballet. SASPA offers Flamenco, Folklorico, Highland, Hip Hop, Modern, five levels
of Tap, eight levels of ballet and jazz, and partnering as a complete curriculum of dance styles. Because dance
is a performing art, students in Ballet 3 and above may also participate in weekly workshops to develop
performance skills and experience. The students learn to understand how steps taught in ballet class relate to
choreography. Dance taught in workshops are performed in outreach performances year-round.
Ballet 3, 4, 5, 6 Focusing on professionally-oriented students, intensive curriculum requires a high level of
motivation. Students continue their training thru continued classical ballet technique and repertoire, pointe,
variations, pas de deux, flamenco, character dance, jazz dance, modern, hip hop and body dynamics. Dance
related academic classes include anatomy, injury prevention, nutrition, dance history and the study of great
ballets and dancers.
motivation. Students continue their training thru continued classical ballet technique and repertoire, pointe,
variations, pas de deux, flamenco, character dance, jazz dance, modern, hip hop and body dynamics. Dance
related academic classes include anatomy, injury prevention, nutrition, dance history and the study of great
ballets and dancers.
Professional Division Ballet 4, 5, 6
Focusing on professionally oriented students, the
pre-professional division emphasizes commitment,
artistic integrity, performance quality and technical
excellence. The curriculum in this division is designed
to nurture and develop dancers for a professional
career in dance. The intensive curriculum requires a
high level of motivation on the part of the student.
Students may receive training in classical ballet
technique and repertoire, pointe, variations, pas de
deux (partnering), Flamenco, Folklorico, character
dance, jazz dance, modern, hip hop and body
dynamics. Dance related academic classes include
anatomy, injury prevention, nutrition, dance history
and the study of great ballets and dancers. Selected
students from the pre-professional division perform
with the Alamo City Dance Company in all major
productions. Each season, ACDC Director Mr.
Conway chooses a select number of advanced
students to study as apprentices with the professional
company.
Focusing on professionally oriented students, the
pre-professional division emphasizes commitment,
artistic integrity, performance quality and technical
excellence. The curriculum in this division is designed
to nurture and develop dancers for a professional
career in dance. The intensive curriculum requires a
high level of motivation on the part of the student.
Students may receive training in classical ballet
technique and repertoire, pointe, variations, pas de
deux (partnering), Flamenco, Folklorico, character
dance, jazz dance, modern, hip hop and body
dynamics. Dance related academic classes include
anatomy, injury prevention, nutrition, dance history
and the study of great ballets and dancers. Selected
students from the pre-professional division perform
with the Alamo City Dance Company in all major
productions. Each season, ACDC Director Mr.
Conway chooses a select number of advanced
students to study as apprentices with the professional
company.
Ballet 6 Pointe F is for pre-professional
students and professionals who exhibit extremely
accomplished technique. Class is 2 hours in length.
Pointe is an integral part of class. The emphasis is on
difficult technique and combinations and routines to
develop the mind and retention skills.
students and professionals who exhibit extremely
accomplished technique. Class is 2 hours in length.
Pointe is an integral part of class. The emphasis is on
difficult technique and combinations and routines to
develop the mind and retention skills.
Boys' Division (Boys A - Boys 5) We are proud to present our program just for boys aged 7-18. The
arts, dance and especially ballet, have often been regarded by boys in the United States to be a girls only
endeavor. However, once a boy has experienced a ballet class he learns that dance is definitely not for "sissies"
and learns the elegance and gentlemanly deportment that are part of the classical arts. The boy's class(es) are
geared toward a male dancer's technique and abilities, requiring focus, strength, stamina, discipline and effort.
Boys develop the physicality necessary to move with grace and strength in equal measure. Motor skills improve,
enhancing all physical activities. Self discipline and respect for others is stressed, and a love and respect for the
art of dance begins to develop. In a boys-only class, young men delight in an atmosphere where they can
interact with each other in a challenging and disciplined setting, without feeling self-conscious. Whether or not
the male student pursues dance as a career, the mental, physical and social skills he acquires in the ballet class
will benefit him throughout his life. He will also have the knowledge and experience to appreciate the value of
the arts in today's world.
arts, dance and especially ballet, have often been regarded by boys in the United States to be a girls only
endeavor. However, once a boy has experienced a ballet class he learns that dance is definitely not for "sissies"
and learns the elegance and gentlemanly deportment that are part of the classical arts. The boy's class(es) are
geared toward a male dancer's technique and abilities, requiring focus, strength, stamina, discipline and effort.
Boys develop the physicality necessary to move with grace and strength in equal measure. Motor skills improve,
enhancing all physical activities. Self discipline and respect for others is stressed, and a love and respect for the
art of dance begins to develop. In a boys-only class, young men delight in an atmosphere where they can
interact with each other in a challenging and disciplined setting, without feeling self-conscious. Whether or not
the male student pursues dance as a career, the mental, physical and social skills he acquires in the ballet class
will benefit him throughout his life. He will also have the knowledge and experience to appreciate the value of
the arts in today's world.
Ballet A, B, C should be taking 1 -2 classes per week.
Pointe students who do not meet the requirements listed below shall have to change their enrollment to a lower level.
Below average attendance will also change a student to a lower level.
THE FOLLOWING ARE SASPA'S POINTE REQUIREMENTS PER LEVEL
Ballet 1 2 classes per week minimum w/ pointe
Ballet 2 3 classes per week minimum w/ pointe
Ballet 3 4 classes per week minimum w/ pointe
Ballet 4 5 classes per week minimum w/ pointe
Ballet 5 6 classes per week minimum w/ pointe
If the above is not understood please see the directors of the school so they may explain the necessity of strength
training, continuity and the schools overall responsibility for students attempting more demanding and challenging
technique.
Pas de deux class is by invitation only for levels 3, 4, 5.
Students must take Ballet class prior to pas de deux to participate in the class.
Students who are more than ten minutes late for Ballet class prior to Pas de deux class will not be able to participate but
may take pointe with Ballet 2 at the same time.
Jazz Level A/B/C/1/2 1 or 2 classes per week is recommended.
Jazz Level 3/4/5 2 classes per week is recommended.
Tap 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 1 class per week is recommended.
Modern 1, 2 1 class per week is recommended.
Students are required to be in level 1 or higher and should be warmed-up from a previous class.
Hip Hop 1, 2, 3 1 class per week is recommended.
Hip Hop 3 should be warmed-up from a previous class to take this class.
Highland 1 class per week is recommended
Flamenco 1 class per week is recommended.
Folklorico 1 class per week is recommended.
Tumbling 1 class per week is recommended.
Acting 1 class per week is recommended.
Sasparillas Students must meet requirements.
Coming Attractions Students must meet requirements.
SASPA Dance Co. Students must meet requirements.
ACDC Dancer must meet requirements.
Pointe students who do not meet the requirements listed below shall have to change their enrollment to a lower level.
Below average attendance will also change a student to a lower level.
THE FOLLOWING ARE SASPA'S POINTE REQUIREMENTS PER LEVEL
Ballet 1 2 classes per week minimum w/ pointe
Ballet 2 3 classes per week minimum w/ pointe
Ballet 3 4 classes per week minimum w/ pointe
Ballet 4 5 classes per week minimum w/ pointe
Ballet 5 6 classes per week minimum w/ pointe
If the above is not understood please see the directors of the school so they may explain the necessity of strength
training, continuity and the schools overall responsibility for students attempting more demanding and challenging
technique.
Pas de deux class is by invitation only for levels 3, 4, 5.
Students must take Ballet class prior to pas de deux to participate in the class.
Students who are more than ten minutes late for Ballet class prior to Pas de deux class will not be able to participate but
may take pointe with Ballet 2 at the same time.
Jazz Level A/B/C/1/2 1 or 2 classes per week is recommended.
Jazz Level 3/4/5 2 classes per week is recommended.
Tap 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 1 class per week is recommended.
Modern 1, 2 1 class per week is recommended.
Students are required to be in level 1 or higher and should be warmed-up from a previous class.
Hip Hop 1, 2, 3 1 class per week is recommended.
Hip Hop 3 should be warmed-up from a previous class to take this class.
Highland 1 class per week is recommended
Flamenco 1 class per week is recommended.
Folklorico 1 class per week is recommended.
Tumbling 1 class per week is recommended.
Acting 1 class per week is recommended.
Sasparillas Students must meet requirements.
Coming Attractions Students must meet requirements.
SASPA Dance Co. Students must meet requirements.
ACDC Dancer must meet requirements.
Percussion (Drums) is for ages 7 and older. Emphasis is on developing hand / eye coordination to create proper
rhythms to enable the student to eventually pursue the genres of music desired. Students volunteer to perform twice a
year in a recital but it is not required.
rhythms to enable the student to eventually pursue the genres of music desired. Students volunteer to perform twice a
year in a recital but it is not required.
Folklorico heavily influenced by Flamenco has its origins in Mexico. This beautiful ethnic style of dance often
represents the state in which it comes from. The style of dress, the shoes performed in and the use of the legs and arms
vary from state to state often telling a story or the dances origin.
represents the state in which it comes from. The style of dress, the shoes performed in and the use of the legs and arms
vary from state to state often telling a story or the dances origin.
Scottish Highland Dancing is a technically challenging ethnic style of dance originating from Scotland. It is
for students seven and older who desire to learn the authentic style of dance performed by the clans of Scotland usually
performed to the bagpipes. Heavily influenced by ballet from across the English channel it also shares similarities with
Irish step dance at times. This style of dance is not to be confused with Scottish Country dancing which is square
dancing.
for students seven and older who desire to learn the authentic style of dance performed by the clans of Scotland usually
performed to the bagpipes. Heavily influenced by ballet from across the English channel it also shares similarities with
Irish step dance at times. This style of dance is not to be confused with Scottish Country dancing which is square
dancing.
Hip Hop 3 is for levels Jazz or Ballet 3, 4, 5.
Class is 1 hour in length. Students must have an
understanding of their body and dance movement.
Combinations are longer and attempt much more
difficult moves than Hip Hop 2. Without previous
training in jazz students may develop bad habits
that are hard to correct and feel incapable to keep
up with the class. Students must be warmed up
from a previous class.
Class is 1 hour in length. Students must have an
understanding of their body and dance movement.
Combinations are longer and attempt much more
difficult moves than Hip Hop 2. Without previous
training in jazz students may develop bad habits
that are hard to correct and feel incapable to keep
up with the class. Students must be warmed up
from a previous class.
| CHILDREN'S DIVISION |
| PRE-PROFESSIONAL |
ZUMBA is for adults and it is a high energy
Latin-Inspired, (musically and steps wise)
easy-to-follow, calorie-burning, dance fitness-party.
Feel the music and let loose.
Latin-Inspired, (musically and steps wise)
easy-to-follow, calorie-burning, dance fitness-party.
Feel the music and let loose.
Woodwinds (Clarinet, Saxophone, Oboe) is for ages 7 and older. Emphasis is on basic fingering technique
and exposure to various types of composition. Students volunteer to perform twice a year in a recital but it is not required.
and exposure to various types of composition. Students volunteer to perform twice a year in a recital but it is not required.
Ballet 1 Pointe A is offered once the student has
completed several years of training and the student is
at least 11 years of age. At this time the student is
required to take a minimum of two classes with pointe
per week.
completed several years of training and the student is
at least 11 years of age. At this time the student is
required to take a minimum of two classes with pointe
per week.
Strectch Class is one hour of stretching.
Incorporating Pilates, Yoga and other techniques even
some Tai Chi. Students benefit from this slow paced
steady challenge to the body to increase flexibility and
overall stretch. The serious ballet student definitly
benefits from this class. This in turn benefits the
dancers extension, leaps and overall body conditioning.
Incorporating Pilates, Yoga and other techniques even
some Tai Chi. Students benefit from this slow paced
steady challenge to the body to increase flexibility and
overall stretch. The serious ballet student definitly
benefits from this class. This in turn benefits the
dancers extension, leaps and overall body conditioning.
Turn Class is for ballet levels c, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Class is one hour of practicing all various types of
turns and the theory behind them. This includes
pirouettes, character turns, piques, tours, pas de
bourree, saute basque and chaine's.
Class is one hour of practicing all various types of
turns and the theory behind them. This includes
pirouettes, character turns, piques, tours, pas de
bourree, saute basque and chaine's.
Modern 2 is for ballet levels 2 through
professional. Students who do not have a solid
foundation in ballet may have a confusing
experience. Modern teaches the dancer to breath,
develops a core strength and ultimately helps the
dancer explore other movement, which would
normally be breaking many of the rules of ballet.
Modern does this in a conscientious manner. To the
young inexperienced student this can be very
confusing. Students must be warmed up from a
previous class.
professional. Students who do not have a solid
foundation in ballet may have a confusing
experience. Modern teaches the dancer to breath,
develops a core strength and ultimately helps the
dancer explore other movement, which would
normally be breaking many of the rules of ballet.
Modern does this in a conscientious manner. To the
young inexperienced student this can be very
confusing. Students must be warmed up from a
previous class.
Tumbling Class starts with a ten to fifteen
minute warm-up This allows the muscles to get
prepared for class and helps to prevent injury. The
the class will move on to mat work, working on
everything from forward and backward rolls to
handstands, cartwheels, back bends and much
more! The class will also be introduced to a low
balance beam. Every class will end with a stretch
and a dialogue, to see what was learned each day.
minute warm-up This allows the muscles to get
prepared for class and helps to prevent injury. The
the class will move on to mat work, working on
everything from forward and backward rolls to
handstands, cartwheels, back bends and much
more! The class will also be introduced to a low
balance beam. Every class will end with a stretch
and a dialogue, to see what was learned each day.
Turn Class is one hour of practicing all various
types of turns and the theory behind them. This
includes pirouettes, characters, piques, tours, pas de
bourree, saute basque and chaine's.
types of turns and the theory behind them. This
includes pirouettes, characters, piques, tours, pas de
bourree, saute basque and chaine's.
| INTERMEDIATE DIVISION |
| ACTING, MUSICAL THEATRE AND MUSIC STUDIES |
| NOTE TO ALL BALLET STUDENTS Students with poor attendance, not meeting class requirements, maturity problems and any other problematic issues will be required to take a lower level. ALL PLACEMENT IS FINAL AND WILL NOT BE DEBATED WITH PARENTS OR STUDENTS. |
Jazz B is for 8 year olds and beginners. Class
is 1 hour in length consisting of a warm-up and
then simple steps across the floor followed by
short combinations developing the memory skills
of the dancer.
is 1 hour in length consisting of a warm-up and
then simple steps across the floor followed by
short combinations developing the memory skills
of the dancer.
Ballet 1 Pre-pointe Class is now 1 1/2 hours in length
and the serious student is required to start taking two
classes per week. Students should now know all the
positions of the body and all the basic exercises at the
barre. Students are asked to have a good understand
and what the purpose of each exercise is. Some
exercises are preparatory for pointe work in the last half
hour of class. Students on track will be introduced to
pointe shoes in their second year in this level.
and the serious student is required to start taking two
classes per week. Students should now know all the
positions of the body and all the basic exercises at the
barre. Students are asked to have a good understand
and what the purpose of each exercise is. Some
exercises are preparatory for pointe work in the last half
hour of class. Students on track will be introduced to
pointe shoes in their second year in this level.
Brass (Trumpet, Trombone, French Horn, Tuba) is for ages 7 and older. Emphasis is on basic fingering
technique and exposure to various types of composition. Students volunteer to perform twice a year in a recital but it is
not required.
technique and exposure to various types of composition. Students volunteer to perform twice a year in a recital but it is
not required.