Question 1

Hip Hop or Jazz/Hip Hop recital classes

Accepted Answer

A fast-paced, rhythm-based, energetic class that explores the latest street dance style. A high-energy style focusing on grooves and foundations such as locking, popping, etc. Jazz / Hip Hop combines elements from both Jazz and Hip Hop styles into a single class. Recital dance will reflect styles learned throughout the year.    Dress Code - Girls: Solid colors tops, shorts, or sweatpants/leggings, Limited logos, Still should be clothes where teacher can see their bodies, etc.  Dress Code - Boys: Solid color athletic shorts, pants, tees  Hair Pulled back    Shoes: ALL BLACK (no logos, colored/white soles, etc) LOW-TOP sneaker. Recommend good support for dancing. ONLY TO BE WORN IN STUDIO. MUST BE CARRIED TO STUDIO AND CHANGED INTO PRIOR TO ENTERING THE DANCE ROOM!  Recommended shoes:  Kids -  Under Armour - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K36998N/ Puma - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08RSQ8BWB/   Women- Reebok - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00R54X16E/ Asics - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KXWZDVT/   Men -  Under Armour - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B087TQBBXD/ Under Armour - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09692HB25/   New Balance - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07B438ZBG/

Question 2

Combo recital classes

Accepted Answer

( Ballet/Jazz and Jazz/Tap)   Classes that include study in two or more dance disciplines in one class block, so dancers may be introduced to different dance genres and music. Classes include Ballet/Jazz and Jazz/Tap where each indicated style is equally explored. The recital dance may incorporate skills from any or all styles.     Dress Code: Girls Black Leotard  Pink or tan tights Booty shorts optional Pink ballet slippers AND So Danca "Jill" or "Jada" split sole jazz shoes in dancer's skin tone  Hair Pulled back into ponytail or bun. Flyaways pinned or gelled   Dress Code: Boys Form-fitting tank top or t-shirt Athletic shorts Black ballet or jazz shoes

Question 3

Jazz/Lyrical

Accepted Answer

A class that focuses develops energized upbeat technique such as splits, contractions, isolation movements, quick combinations, leaps, and complicated rhythms as well as  smooth ballet-inspired lyrical movement. Incorporates strength and flexibility training. Movement correlates to high-energy music.     Dress Code Solid Colors. Crop tops, snug-fitting tanks, leotards. Booty shorts or leggings. Hair Tight, low ponytail. Wispies and flyaways gelled back. Shoes So Danca "Jills" split-sole jazz shoes in dancer's skin tone.

Question 4

Jazz/Pom

Accepted Answer

An energetic, upbeat style that incorporates jazz moves with dance team / cheer-style pom technique.  Team unison is stressed in this class along with showmanship, precision of motion, jumps, leaps, turns, and visual use of pom-poms       Dress Code Comfortable athletic clothes Hair Pulled back   Shoes Tan jazz shoes or Clean sneakers, preferably not worn outside (teacher preference)

Question 5

Acro

Accepted Answer

A class that uses precision acrobatic elements on tumbling mats. Acro teaches flexibility, balance, strength, muscle control, discipline and concentration. This class focuses on the development of tumbling and increasingly difficult skills and tricks as defined in the Acrobatic Arts program.      Dress Code: Black leotard or sports bra Black spandex shorts Bare legs and bare feet   Hair: Ponytail or bun. Flyaways pinned or gelled.   Dress Code - Boys: Black snug-fitting t-shirt or tank Black athletic shorts Bare feet

Question 6

Ballet

Accepted Answer

A classical dance form reflecting grace and precision and employing formalized steps and gestures set in intricate, flowing patterns to create expression through movement. Ballet education begins with mastering the placement of the body, legs and arms. Beginner students work towards developing technique and coordination. As students advance, classes become increasingly complex in terms of the development of strength, stability and grace.     Dress Code: Girls Black Leotard (bra under leo must be black) Pink tights Pink canvas or leather ballet slippers Hair Low bun required, hair net suggested. Flyaways pinned / gelled  Dress Code: Boys Form-fitting tank top or t-shirt Athletic shorts Black canvas or leather ballet shoes Don'ts No jewelry No smart watches No booty shorts or t-shirts

Question 7

Jazz technique

Accepted Answer

A class that develops energized upbeat technique such as splits, contractions, isolation movements, quick combinations, leaps, and complicated rhythms. Incorporates strength and flexibility training. Movement correlates to high-energy music.     Dress Code All black. Crop tops, snug-fitting tanks, leotards. Booty shorts or leggings. Hair Neat ponytail or tight, low bun. Wispies and flyaways gelled back. Shoes So Danca "Jills" split-sole jazz shoes in dancer's skin tone.

Question 8

Contemporary

Accepted Answer

A class that explores and develops expressive dance through the combination of several dance genres including modern, jazz, lyrical, and classical ballet. There is an emphasis to connect the mind and the body through fluid dance movement. Contemporary dance has an emphasis on improvization and free movement, interpreting the words and melody of the music with fluid movement.

Question 9

Pointe

Accepted Answer

A ballet class performed 'en pointe' or on the point of the toes wearing specially-designed pointe shoes

Question 10

General technique classes

Accepted Answer

Company Tech, Jazz, Contemporary, Hip Hop   Technique classes focus on developing the skills of the specific style of dance. Classes are leveled by age and ability. Skill development increases with experience    Dress Code - Girls: Black sports bra, fitted tank, or leotard Black booty shorts or leggings Jazz shoes or barefoot (teacher preference) Hair: Neat ponytail or tight, low bun. Wispies and flyaways gelled back.. Flyaways pinned or gelled.   Dress Code - Boys: Black t-shirt or tank Black athletic shorts Black socks or barefoot (teacher preference)

Creative Dance Center | Excellence in Dance Education since 1983

EXCELLENCE IN DANCE EDUCATION SINCE 1983

DIRECTOR: Lori Rodger

Fall 2023 Schedule

Join us for our fall 16-week session starting Sept 9th!
Tuition - 5 payments of $85

First payment collected at time of registration,
remaining payments charged Sept 20, Oct 20, Nov 20, Dec 20

Click to download fall schedule

How does it all work?

Program offers two 16-week half-year sessions

Adorable child-friendly stage recital at the end of each session.

Additional recital fee (due in Nov / April) includes:

Darling costume, tights, and hairpiece your dancer gets to KEEP!

Photo shoot with professional photographer

Recital playlist

Two tickets to our Happy Show!

Dress rehearsal

Cookie Party!

Baby Ballerina

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