Mariposa Academy of Performing

Borrowing from other genres of dance, breaking the strict rules of ballet while using its foundation and structure, this dance style uses fluidity, strength, expansion, contraction, and floor work, with expressive, emotional, and story-telling choreography–for ages 8 and up.

Fast, fun, loud, upbeat, and full of new tricks and techniques–for dancers age 7 and up. Students are assigned to classes based on age and experience. A mixture of traditional jazz with some more modern influences, moves, styles, and music. Sometimes incorporating theatrical stories or characters for a more Musical Theater style. And introducing Beginning Hip Hop as part of our normal jazz classes this year. All Jazz classes will have components of these dance styles in them.

Casual class for any age and experience level, focused on gentle exercise, balance, stability, mobility, and sharing the love of dancing.

En Pointe Ballet is for experienced dancers 12 or older, to train in advanced ballet technique in Pointe shoes. More experienced and Pre-Pointe dancers also increase their strength and precision training.

Classical ballet training for ages 5 and up, including barre work, center floor work, and modern and classical ballet choreography. Focusing on technique, balance, body awareness, and graceful, precise movement.

A colorful and engaging introduction to the world of ballet, dancing, and tumbling. Designed for preschool age children 2.5 - 5 years old.

Ballet Tots class designed for very young children aged 2.5-4 years, introducing them to the joys of movement and music through ballet.

Toddler Ballet class introducing the fundamentals of ballet to young children in a fun and engaging environment.

Beginning and Intermediate Jazz dance class for students looking to learn or improve their jazz dance skills.

Basic Gymnastics class for children aged 8 years and older, covering fundamental gymnastics movements and safety.

Intermediate Gymnastics class for those who have qualified, focusing on more complex routines and advanced skills.

Advanced/ Teen Ballet class suitable for advanced or teenage ballet dancers looking to refine their technique and artistry.

Introduction to Tumbling class for children aged 3-7 years, providing a safe and fun way to learn basic tumbling skills.

Level 3 Ballet class for children aged 9-10 years, developing intermediate ballet technique and vocabulary.

Level 5 Ballet class for dancers aged 12 years and older, focusing on advanced ballet techniques and artistry.

Adult Ballet class catering to adults who wish to learn or continue their ballet training, focusing on technique and musicality.

Level 2 Ballet class for children aged 7-8 years, building upon basic ballet principles with increased complexity.

En Pointe Ballet class for dancers who have qualified to train en pointe, requiring a strong ballet foundation.

Advanced Modern dance class exploring complex choreographic styles and advanced movement vocabulary in modern dance.

Intermediate Ballet class designed for dancers aged 6 to 10 years old who have a foundational understanding of ballet.

Level 1 Ballet class for children aged 5-6 years, introducing them to the foundational elements of ballet.

Gymnastics class open to all levels, focusing on developing strength, flexibility, and coordination through various gymnastic skills.

Level 4 Ballet class for dancers aged 11-12 years, focusing on intermediate to advanced ballet technique.

Advanced Jazz dance class for experienced dancers, focusing on dynamic movements, rhythm, and performance quality.