LEVEL SYSTEM
MINIKIDS INTRO
4-5 YRS
A fun and supportive environment, where children learn to fall in love with movement. Mini Kids will explore their own creative movement styles through the use of dance games and imagination in a safe, positive environment whilst naturally developing posture, balance and basic co-ordination
MINIKIDS PREP
5-6 YRS
Students are gently introduced to their chosen style, through basic terminology and steps. Imagination remains a key element of all Prep classes. Students continue to develop their posture, balance and co-ordination, improving their confidence whilst giving them a strong foundation to progress as dancers.
LEVEL T1 OPEN
12-17 YRS
Ideal for teen recreational dancers who want to build a strong foundation in Dance/Acro. This level focuses on developing body awareness, flexibility, and strength. For teens interested in joining our DC program in the future, enrolling in 2-3 classes per week is highly recommended to accelerate progress and to potentially reach DC Teen Level 4 or 5.
LEVEL K2
8-11 YRS
This class is designed for dancers who have 1-2 years of experience and a basic understanding of dance/acro terminology. In K2, students will continue to build a strong foundation in dance and/or acro skills. It's common for students to spend 2 years at this level to solidify their technique.
LEVEL POINTE 1
BALLET
This Pointe 1 class is exclusively for ballet students from Level KT4 or T1, by teacher invitation only. Dancers will learn preparatory exercises to develop the intrinsic foot muscles, ankle stability, and overall leg power, ensuring a solid base before progressing to full pointe technique in Pointe 2. Students beginning Level Pointe 1 must commit to attending two regular ballet classes per week.
LEVEL POINTE 2
BALLET
Pointe Level 2 class is open by teacher invitation only to dedicated ballet students from Level T5. Dancers will continue to refine their strength and stability. Emphasis will be placed on developing control, articulation, and sustained power for more intricate pointe combinations, preparing students for advanced technical demands.
LEVEL DESCRIPTION
LEVEL NAME | STYLE | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
LEVEL T6 | HIP HOP | Must have strong technique and free form movement. Intricate combinations of high energy precision and speed. |
MINIKIDS PREP | HIP HOP | Mini Kids will learn fun, energetic moves, building coordination and confidence. It's a high-energy, creative way to express themselves and have a blast! |
MINIKIDS PREP | HIP HOP | Mini Kids will learn fun, energetic moves, building coordination and confidence. It's a high-energy, creative way to express themselves and have a blast! |
LEVEL K1 OPEN | JAZZ | This class is designed for experienced students with a strong foundation in jazz dance who are ready to take on complex choreography and challenging movements. |
LEVEL K1 OPEN | JAZZ | This class is designed for experienced students with a strong foundation in jazz dance who are ready to take on complex choreography and challenging movements. |
LEVEL K1 OPEN | JAZZ | Jazz is a fun, high-energy dance form that develops technique, rhythm and style while building strength, flexibility and body awareness. Children are introduced to the fundamentals of jazz steps and terminology. |
LEVEL K3 | JAZZ | For older beginners, this class will focus on the basics of jazz dance. Warm up, center work and short combinations will focus on proper alignment, stretch/strength and musicality. The goal of this class is to offer a space for teens to explore their interest in dance at their pace. |
LEVEL K3 | JAZZ | Introducing more challenging steps and techniques. More intricate across the floor work and jumps. Continued focus on strength and flexibility. |
LEVEL KT4 | JAZZ | Building on the fundamentals from Jazz K1. Learning to master jazz basic steps and terminology. Working on flexibility and building combinations. |
LEVEL KT4 | JAZZ | Intermediate level work on transitions and step patterns. Working on technique control and strength in turns and jumps. A strong emphasis on strength and flexibility. |
LEVEL T5 | JAZZ | Working on stronger technique for intermediate jumps, turns, and directional patterns Emphasis on control in turns and jumps. Continued focus on flexibility and strength. |
LEVEL T6 | JAZZ | Working advanced level turns, jumps, and floorwork. Continued emphasis on strength and use of transitions. Working on flexibility and control for more advanced combinations and techniques. |
LEVEL T7 | JAZZ | Advanced work on technique in combinations. Movement in varied styles of jazz, work in advanced patterns of steps, turns, and jumps. |
MINIKIDS PREP | JAZZ | Upbeat music will encourage students to dance and move with exercises including cardio, stretching and strengthening of muscle groups. Imagination remains a key element in this level. |
ALL (DROP-IN) | K-POP | Our flexible Drop-In policy lets students start anytime. Kids and teens can join any age-appropriate class on weekdays or weekends, making dance easy to fit into their schedule! |
ALL (DROP-IN) | K-POP | Our flexible Drop-In policy lets students start anytime. Kids and teens can join any age-appropriate class on weekdays or weekends, making dance easy to fit into their schedule! |
ALL (DROP-IN) | K-POP | Our flexible Drop-In policy lets students start anytime. Kids and teens can join any age-appropriate class on weekdays or weekends, making dance easy to fit into their schedule! |
ALL (DROP-IN) | K-POP | Our flexible Drop-In policy lets students start anytime. Kids and teens can join any age-appropriate class on weekdays or weekends, making dance easy to fit into their schedule! |
ALL (DROP-IN) | K-POP | Our flexible Drop-In policy lets students start anytime. Kids and teens can join any age-appropriate class on weekdays or weekends, making dance easy to fit into their schedule! |
LEVEL KT4 | LYRICAL | Lyrical is a combination of Ballet and Jazz dance and is an emotionally expressive dance style that pushes today’s boundaries of movement and movement innovation.
Due to technical elements involved with lyrical dance, this class may only be taken in conjunction with a Ballet or Jazz class. Strong emphasis on strength and flexibility. |
LEVEL T1 OPEN | LYRICAL | Lyrical is a combination of Ballet and Jazz dance and is an emotionally expressive dance style that pushes today’s boundaries of movement and movement innovation.
Due to technical elements involved with lyrical dance, this class may only be taken in conjunction with a Ballet or Jazz class. Strong emphasis on strength and flexibility. |
LEVEL T1 OPEN | LYRICAL | Lyrical is a combination of Ballet and Jazz dance and is an emotionally expressive dance style that pushes today’s boundaries of movement and movement innovation.
Due to technical elements involved with lyrical dance, this class may only be taken in conjunction with a Ballet or Jazz class. Strong emphasis on strength and flexibility. |
LEVEL T5 | LYRICAL | Lyrical is a combination of Ballet and Jazz dance and is an emotionally expressive dance style that pushes today’s boundaries of movement and movement innovation.
Due to technical elements involved with lyrical dance, this class may only be taken in conjunction with a Ballet or Jazz class. Strong emphasis on strength and flexibility. |
LEVEL T6 | LYRICAL | Lyrical is a combination of Ballet and Jazz dance and is an emotionally expressive dance style that pushes today’s boundaries of movement and movement innovation.
Due to technical elements involved with lyrical dance, this class may only be taken in conjunction with a Ballet or Jazz class. Strong emphasis on strength and flexibility. |
LEVEL T7 | LYRICAL | Lyrical is a combination of Ballet and Jazz dance and is an emotionally expressive dance style that pushes today’s boundaries of movement and movement innovation.
Due to technical elements involved with lyrical dance, this class may only be taken in conjunction with a Ballet or Jazz class. Strong emphasis on strength and flexibility. |
LEVEL K1 & K2 | TAP | Discover the magic of rhythm and sound in our beginner Tap class for kids! Dancers will learn basic tap steps, create exciting sounds with their feet, and develop musicality in a fun and engaging environment |
LEVEL K1 & K2 | TAP | Discover the magic of rhythm and sound in our beginner Tap class for kids! Dancers will learn basic tap steps, create exciting sounds with their feet, and develop musicality in a fun and engaging environment |
LEVEL KT4 & T5 | TAP | Working intermediate steps and combinations. Introducing more challenging rhythms at faster speeds. Traveling combos across the floor and more intermediate turns. |
LEVEL KT4 & T5 | TAP | Working intermediate steps and combinations. Introducing more challenging rhythms at faster speeds. Traveling combos across the floor and more intermediate turns. |
