DANCE CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
BALLET
Ballet is the foundation for almost all other styles of dance! The language of classical ballet was written in French; therefore we learn and speak French in our Ballet classes. Ballet technique is extremely important. Technique is learned by focusing on poise, posture and placement. Dancers become stronger, more flexible and have increased balance and endurance. Weekly curriculum includes the Ballet Barre, dancing across the floor both in groups and individually, and Centre exercises.
BALLET / POINTE TECHNIQUE
The primary focus in this class is perfecting pointe technique. Students will gain strength, balance, flexibility and confidence. This class focusses on ballet barre technique, dancing across the floor and centre exercises. There will be no progressive choreographed dance routine in this class. This class will not perform in the Spring Recital.
TAP
Timing and rhythm are essential in learning tap. Students learn to make sounds they never thought were possible with only their feet! Learning in an a cappella environment enables the dancer to hear exactly how the step should sound. Often times students demonstrate individually. Dancers learn to be quick on their feet, enabling them to gain coordination, control, speed, balance, agility and endurance. A progressive choreographed dance routine is learned weekly.
JAZZ
Jazz dance has several styles and methods, most of which are taught in this class. Jazz concentrates on Classical Jazz, Hip Hop and a touch of Lyrical / Contemporary. Three very different styles of Jazz; however, all are derived from Ballet. Classical Jazz is medium paced and is based on style, utilizing both full body flexibility and isolated moves. Hip Hop is high energy, high intensity, fun filled dancing to the latest pop music. Lyrical / Contemporary is slow moving focusing on turns, releases and personal expression. All styles enhance flexibility, toning of the muscles and endurance. A progressive choreographed dance routine is learned weekly.
PRE-JAZZ
Pre-Jazz is an introduction to Jazz/Hip Hop. Our young students learn how to correctly and safely move their coordinated bodies to the beat of the music. Standing slow stretches, fast isolations, floor flexibility, and muscle conditioning are all included with the Jazz style of dancing. A progressive choreographed dance routine is learned weekly.
HIP HOP
Hip Hop is a style derived from African dance and encompasses everything from popping and locking to breakdancing, footwork, jumps and ticking. Hip Hop dance is a balance of letting go and being loose with your body and movements, while at the same time controlling them as well. Whether it is fast or slow, Hip Hop is a style of dance that is filled with character, attitude and fun!!
LYRICAL / CONTEMPORARY
Lyrical / Contemporary dance focuses on turns, releases, floor dance and personal expression. Both are trained and performed barefoot or with a “half” style shoe upon personal preference. All require strong flexible bodies to passionately execute. A progressive choreographed dance routine is learned weekly.
HIGH KICK
This class will prepare you for any Danceline / Kickline audition for your local school Dance Team. This high kick class is a very high energy, fast paced, team-building form of dance. A series of Jazz and kicks all “hooked up” in a straight line are put together to make an energetic popular form of dance. Students will gain flexibility and strength and concentrate on being very uniform. Students will learn multiple forms of kicks. A progressive choreographed dance routine is learned weekly.
ADAPTIVE DANCE
This is a class where children with special needs are dancing with students who are currently enrolled at Holly's Centre Stage Dance. This is a Lyrical/Ballet/Jazz style class. A progressive choreographed dance routine is learned weekly.
FATHER - DAUGHTER AND MOMMY & ME
Father - Daughter and Mommy & Me classes are a fun addition we have been offering for the past 9 years. They are a big hit at the Recitals and a great opportunity for the parents to get involved with their child’s dance activities. Father - Daughter and Mommy & Me classes are available to any student currently enrolled at Holly’s Centre Stage Dance age 6 and up. There is no charge for these fun filled family classes!! :) There is no costume fee required. In years past all costumes have been supplied by the parents and dancers closet :) If you feel the need to go buy something new, you may certainly do so, however we try to keep this particular costume simple to attain. All these classes are choreographed and taught by Miss Holly. They are dances that do not require the parent to have previous dance training. The parent choreography is catered to the non-dancer and is for FUN!! Classes are 1 hour each, every other week and begin in April.