BALLET - Learn the basics of ballet, center work, turns, correct body placement and terminology. Ballet is the basis of all dance, and is recommended for all serious dancers. *Ballet is required for all company members.

HIP HOP - Teaches the latest styles of urban dance. You will dance to upbeat music and learn how to isolate, pop and free-style.

JAZZ/LYRICAL - Is the extension of ballet using more contemporary music. It develops posture, rhythm and creativity. * Jazz is required for all company members.

LEAPS & TURNS - The Leaps & Turns Class will include Ballet and Jazz techniques. Repetitive warm-up exercises will be used to work on the alignment and posture of the dancer, as well as condition and strengthen the dancer's body. Across the floor exercises20will focus on coordination, staying centered in turns, and pushing the dancers to move and use the space while leaping and jumping.

TAP -Develops rhythm, coordination and the ability to think and move quickly. *Tap is required for all company members.

TECHNIQUE - You will concentrate on stretching and conditionin, as well as learning what it takes to get your leaps higher and turns smoother. * Technique is required for all company members.

TRIPLE THREAT - The Triple Threat class focuses on getting students ready to transition from combination type classes to full hour classes in a specific style of dance. Ballet class will include more challenging barre exercises while emphasizing basic terminology. The tap portion of the class will concentrate on developing intricate patterns and rhythms, while the jazz portion of class will begin to develop student's flexibility and balance skills and style.

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DANCE PROGRAMS FOR KIDS AGE 3-6

Kids ‘N’ Motion - The Dance Spot’s Kids ‘N’ Motion Program introduces children (3-6 years old) to creative movement, music & rhythm, body discipline and awareness, as well as the basic fundamentals of ballet, tap and jazz.

Emphasis is placed on refining motor, social, intellectual and directional skills. Class activities will increase flexibility and enhance balance while building self-confidence and proper dance technique.

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Mom’s Day Out - Ages 3 – 5. Tuesday and/or Thursday 9:30 – 12:30. Enjoy some time to yourself as your child experiences engaging, developmentally appropriate fine arts and movement classes in an environment rich with props, music and even costumed characters. Basic dance and sport skills, gym, theater, art and music combine in a stimulating three hour class.

A short snack time and read-aloud book completes the program. Students wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes, and must be potty trained. Please wear shorts under skirts, if worn. Bring a water bottle.

1-day $75
2-day $150

Registration/Supply fee:$50

Theatre Arts - Combines ballet, tap gymnastics and musical theatre in an exciting two hour class which includes snack time and a story.