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Creative Movement Ages 2-3

A 1 hour class for 2-3 year olds comprised of Ballet, Tap, Acro and creative movement. During the year dancers are introduced to Basic dance technique. This class will lay the foundation for correct, safe and successful dancing in years to follow. Students will expand on the basic steps and terminology and continue to explore their own creative movement in a safe, positive environment. Along with the introduction of more skills and techniques, instructors continue to foster creativity and imagination in class through movement and imagination games, the use of props and activity songs. Students will also work on refining rhythm and musicality through listening activities and the use of rhythm sticks, tambourines and other instruments and props. Dancers in this class will improve flexibility, Acro skills and coordination through fun, age appropriate movement and exercises. Placement Notes: It is highly recommended that students be at least 2 years old by Sept 1st.

Tots In Training Ages 4-5

A 1 hour class for 4-5 year olds comprised of Ballet,Tap, Acro and creative movement. During the year dancers are introduced to more formal dance technique. This class will lay the foundation for correct, safe and successful dancing in years to follow. Students will expand on the basic steps and terminology from the Baby Combo 1 level in ballet and tap, and continue to explore their own creative movement in a safe, positive environment. Along with the introduction of more skills and techniques, instructors continue to foster creativity and imagination in class through movement and imagination games, the use of props and activity songs. Students will also work on refining rhythm and musicality through listening activities and the use of rhythm sticks, tambourines and other instruments and props. Dancers in this class will improve flexibility,Acro skills and coordination through fun, age appropriate movement and exercises. Placement Notes: It is highly recommended that students be at least 4 years old by Sept 1st. Students younger than this should consider the Baby Combo Program 1 class for their dance experience

Ages 6 yrs old

(5 Yr Olds By INVITE ONLY) You must have completed a Full Season of Our Tiny Tots in Training Program at TMBDS….

ELEMENTARY PROGRAM

A 1 hour class for ages 6 yr olds. This Class builds on the Creative Movement Basics. Students 6, Will Learn the Fundamentals of Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Focusing on proper body technique in an enjoyable Developmentally Appropriate Learning environment.

AGES 6 and Up

ACROBATIC ARTS/DANCE PROGRAM (Ballet Is a Requirement for ALL of our Acro/Dance Classes.)

TMBDS IS Certified in Acrobatic Arts …..Many schools are adding acro Programs to Their Studios But they are NOT Certified in Acrobatic Arts

About Acrobatic Dance

Acrobatic Dance, or acro as it is commonly referred to by dancers and dance professionals, is the beautiful fusion of classic dance technique and the precision and athleticism of acrobatic elements. Often defined by unique choreography, acro dancers seamlessly blend musicality, emotional expression, line and extension with acrobatic movements in a dance context.

Acro’s roots are in traditional Chinese dance, later appearing as a favoured style on the Vaudeville stage. More recently, acro gained popularity with the wide spread success of the contemporary circus productions of Cirque du Soleil. Main stream media including dance television programs like ‘So You Think You Can Dance’, ‘America’s Best Dance Crew’ and ‘Dance Moms’ have further fuelled it’s demand in amateur competitive dance and studio settings.

Acro is an especially challenging style for dancers to master as training in both dance and acrobatic elements is required. Acro technique includes balancing, limbering, tumbling and partnering, based in flexibility, contortion and strength.

Ages 7 + Up

BALLET

*Requirements Below

Ballet is required for >Jazz or Lyrical Classes

Jazz is required for> Tap Classes

No additional Class required for Ballet Classes

The foundation of most modern day dance forms. This beautiful and demanding technique is a necessity for all young, aspiring dancers. Ballet classes are offered for beginning through advanced and Adult levels.

Ages 11 + Up

POINTE Invite Only

Offered for students age 11+ who have studied ballet for at least three years who show, Good Strength and Ability as well as taking two or more dance classes a week (including ballet). Instructor permission is required for Pointe classes.

Ages 8 + Up

JAZZ

Jazz combines many styles and techniques from ethnic and contemporary dance to ballet. Our jazz classes teach basic jazz dance technique, terminology and style with an emphasis on proper technique, alignment and movement quality. Set to jazz, R&B, ethnic and pop music, jazz classes are a great workout and fun for ALL ages.

Ages 7+ Up

TAP

Tap is a style of American theatrical dance, distinguished by percussive footwork and rhythms. Our tap classes stress the basics of tap while also teaching musicality and rhythm. Try tap for fun and fitness. Fun For ALL Ages

Ages 7+ Up

CONTEMPORARY

This class is a blend of elements, Contemporary and Modern dance, such as freedom of expression, interpretation of music, principles of fall and recovery, control, breathing, balance and contraction/release. Teachers incorporate an eclectic blend of contemporary and post-modern movement into their classes. Modern and Contemporary Dance forms allow students to explore their individual dance style outside of the structure of traditional ballet and jazz classes.

*Requirements

Dancer Must Take Ballet Class For Contemporary Classes

Ages 7 and Up

LYRICAL

*Requirements

Dancers Must Take Ballet Class for Lyrical Classes

Lyrical is a fusion of ballet and jazz, with expressive motions that tell a story. Students will learn lyrical technique along with how to express emotion through movement.

BROADWAY BEAT MUSICAL THEATER TRAINING

*Requirements

Dancers Must take Tap OR Jazz Class for Broadway Beat Class

This upbeat class provides Broadway-style jazz/Tap/ Character choreography and show-stopping stage presence with a focus on learning song-and-dance numbers from a variety of musical productions, past and present. Broadway Jazz is a great class for students interested in Musical Theater.

Ages 7 and Up

HIP HOP

Hip Hop encompasses many different urban dance styles such as poppin’, locking, breaking as well as freestyle movement to give students the opportunity to develop their own sense of style. Our Hip Hop classes teach rhythm, coordination, musicality and choreography without suggestive music or movements. Students are challenged to think on their feet while enjoying an energetic and fast-paced dance class. Our Hip Hop dancers develop focus, strength, and agility while having fun. This is an excellent class for high-energy kids who want to take a fast and fun dance class.

ADULT BALLET

Our Adult Intro to Ballet class is the perfect place to start, whether you’re ready for your first ballet class ever or looking for a gentle re-entry to movement. You’ll be guided through the fundamentals of ballet technique in a welcoming, lighthearted environment. We laugh and sweat our way through a classical ballet barre, gentle stretching, and build on our progress with movement across the floor. Join us for a dynamic, come-as-you-are class designed to combine a high-quality technical foundation with the freedom and joy of ballet.

ADULT TAP

Get on your feet and make some noise! This Adv/beginner level class will focus on proper instruction of how to articulate your feet and ankles as well as explore musicality, rhythm, and syncopation. Great Cardio Work Out !!!

ADULT JAZZ

Your typical jazz dance class includes a warm-up and stretch, across the floor movement and center floor combinations. Our jazz classes include popular dance styles and theater dance.