Northern California Dance Conservatory

The Conservatory Division Audition will be used to assess current and new students for level placement for the 2024-25 season. Please arrive in hip-hop attire and shoes.

The Conservatory Division Audition will be used to assess current and new students for level placement for the 2024-25 season. Please arrive in a leotard, dance shorts, & tap shoes.

Students who wish to audition for just contemporary and not ballet may attend the Contemporary Audition at 1:45. Please arrive with your hair in a bun and in dance attire with ballet shoes and socks.

The Conservatory Division Audition will be used to assess current and new students for level placement for the 2024-25 season. Please locate the date and time for the age group of the genres that you would like to audition for. Please arrive with your hair in a bun and in ballet attire with ballet shoes & pointe shoes if applicable.

Dancers rigorously train daily in core technique classes supplemented with a variety of enrichment classes focused on topics relevant to today’s dance world.

Daily ballet & contemporary technique. Supplemental classes may include variations, partnering, character, Pilates, pantomime, improvisation, Gaga, floor barre & more.

Daily ballet & contemporary technique. Supplemental classes may include variations, partnering, character, Pilates, pantomime, improvisation, Gaga, floor barre & more.

Drop-in classes can be purchased in person at the front desk.

Tuition is based on the number of weekly hours as listed below. Enrollment is $50 yearly. Production and costume fees vary per show.

This class is for dancers who have been on pointe for three or more years. Dancers will continue to build strength and learn steps specific to pointe dancing as well as steps done either on half or three-quarter pointe or full pointe. Dancers will work extensively turns, traveling combinations, and adagio reaching an advanced level. Combinations will increase in difficulty as the year progresses.

Ideal for both the contemporary and classical dancers at the intermediate and advanced levels that need more flexibility in their training schedule. The Int/Adv ballet class follows the structure of a traditional ballet class, placing emphasis on proper alignment, technique, rhythm and musicality without the weekly hour requirements of our levels 6-8.

Ballet 4 focuses on body alignment strength, and ability to reproduce combinations of steps and rhythms with the goal to begin pointe work. Recommendation: 3 times per week minimum. All level placements are confirmed by instructor evaluation. Prior ballet training required, such as Ballet 3. Ballet 5 continues the work on body alignment strength, and ability to reproduce combinations of steps and more complex rhythms. Recommendation: 4 times per week minimum. All level placements are confirmed by instructor evaluation. Prior ballet training required, such as Ballet 4.

Ballet 3 builds ballet vocabulary with focus on body alignment, strength, and ability to learn and reproduce basic combinations of steps and rhythms. Recommendation: 3 times per week minimum. All level placements are confirmed by instructor evaluation. Prior ballet training required, such as Ballet 2.

Ballet 2 continues building ballet vocabulary foundations with additional detail combining turn-out alignment & strength, foot articulations, musicality, discipline focus, and classic choreography. Recommendation: 2 times per week minimum. All level placements are confirmed by instructor evaluation. Prior ballet training required, such as Ballet 1.

Ballet 1 uses foundational ballet vocabulary for body & spatial awareness; including leg and body directions, turn-out alignment & strength, foot articulations, musicality, discipline focus, moving patterns and rhythms. Recommendation: 2 times per week. All level placements are confirmed by instructor evaluation.

Basic Ballet introduces foundational ballet vocabulary for body & spacial awareness; including leg and body directions, turn-out, musicality, discipline focus, moving steps through space. All level placements are confirmed by instructor evaluation.

Builds improvisational skills and confidence for intermediate and advanced students. For students 13+

Advance contemporary for students who have several years of contemporary training. Dancers will warm up with fluid movements and stretch sequences and then progress to movements across the floor including floor work. For students ages 13+

Builds on movements skill learned in Contemporary A. Utilizes different parts of the body to define the dance space. Dancers will warm up with fluid movements and stretch sequences and then progress to movements across the floor.

Introduces students to contemporary movement. Utilizes different parts of the body to define the dance space. Dancers will warm up with fluid movements and stretch sequences and then progress to movements across the floor.

Previous Hip Hop or street dance experience is recommended. The dancer must have a open mind that is mature enough to receive new techniques that may work against or adjacent to other trainings, styles or disciplines. Dancer must display a greater understanding of style, strength and body mechanics in order to progress.

In Hip Hop 2: We will be perfecting and pushing the limit of each individules style while learning and creating dance routines that show each students growth and strenght.

In Hip Hop 1: We will review rhythm and coordination training as well as touch on some of the many layers of Hip Hop ( pop n lock, breaking, and tutting) to name a few while enhancing each students individual style.

In Basic Hip Hop: We will focuses on developing rhythm and coordination while learning different dances and encouraging individual style.

Must have an advanced understanding of jazz terminology, musicality & technique. Classes focus on both classic and current styles of jazz, while keeping emphasis on technique, center, and placement. Dancers learn proper jazz technique, terminology, turns, leaps, across-the-floor progressions and combinations.

Leaps and Turns is a technique class designed to improve the overall ability of the student in all forms of dance. Students will work to increase extension, flexibility, turns with more precision and various leaps. Students will focus on a variety of leaps, jumps, chaînès, pirouettes, fouettès, etc., appropriate for age and level. Leaps and Turns skill building assist students with more refined form and technical perspective

Jazz is a high energy combination of ballet, modern and contemporary filled with technique and terminology. Jazz 2 is designed for dancers with 2 years of experience in Jazz. This class is a progression of Jazz 1. We will continue to work on flexibility, conditioning, strength and technique. Introducing intermediate level of turns, leaps and combinations across the floor.

Jazz is a high energy combination of ballet, modern, and contemporary filled with technique and terminolgy. Jazz 1 is a beginning class introducing basic movement, strength, flexibility, conditioning, and technique. A basic warm up, progressions across the floor including turns, kicks and leaps. Basic combinations of steps to gain coordination and musicality.

Tap Jam is an open tap class for students over 10 years of age and a minimum of 3 years of tap training. This class is high energy, moves quick and aids in grasping choreography quickly. New combinations weekly and improv circles. This class is fun and a confidence booster!

Tap 5 and 6 is for advanced tappers who have completed the previous levels of tap or equivalent. It will build on the skills learned in previous levels of Tap. Final placement determined by Tap Director.

Tap 4 will build on the skills learned in previous levels of Tap. We will focus on technique, rhythm and musicality at a faster pace. Class will begin with a warm-up, exercises in center, and progressions across the floor. Final placement determined by Tap Director

Tap 3 is for dancers with at least 3 or more years of tap training. Tap 3 will build on the skills learned in Tap 2. We will focus on technique, rhythm, and musicality at a faster pace. Class will begin with a warm-up, exercises in center, and progressions across the floor. Final placement determined by Tap Director

Tap 2 is for dancers with at least 2 years of tap training. We will focus on technique, rhythm and musicality at a faster pace. Class will begin with a warm-up, exercises in center, and progressions across the floor. Students should be proficient in basic steps such shuffles, flaps, buffaloes, and cramp rolls.

Tap 1 is an introductory class for young dancers with 1 year or less of tap training. We will concentrate on basic steps, technique, rhythm, musicality, and terminology. Class will begin with a warm-up, exercises at the barre and progressions across the floor. We will focus on counting and coordinating our arms along with our footwork.

Beg/Int Tap is geared toward preteen and teen students who are new or returning to the art of tap dancing. We will focus on basic steps, technique, rhythm, musicality, and terminology. Class will begin with a basic warm-up, followed by basic steps in center and continue with progressions across the floor.

This combination Basic Tap/Jazz class is an excellent choice for students who are interested in learning the basics of these two styles. The class is designed to teach a primary overview of the basic fundamental movements of each style so that the students will gain an understanding of both forms. In Jazz, students focus on the traditional elements of strong body placement, weight exchange, and rhythm, and will develop the ability to execute sharp, strong movements and will include a technique-based warm-up, isolations, across-the-floor exercises, and weekly choreography combinations. The class emphasizes learning proper dance terminology, concentrates on understanding performance elements such as stage direction and musical staging, and explores styles that combine hip-hop, funk, classical jazz and lyrical movements to help develop a well-rounded jazz dancer. The tap class emphasizes the foundations of tap technique, rhythm, and musicality and explores basic tap steps such as flaps and shuffles, and also works on traveling movements such as waltz clog, Irish, buffalo, and flap ball change. Focus is placed on developing proper tap technique, producing clear tap sounds, and gaining an understanding of how their sounds and movements fit into music and consists of focused warm-ups, technical work in the center, across the floors, and weekly choreography combinations. As this is a performance class, these students will also get to enjoy learning a dance to be performed in front of a live audience.

In Basic Tap young students learn that our feet are percussive instruments. Our class emphasizes the foundations of tap technique, rhythm, and musicality. Students explore basic tap steps such as flaps and shuffles and also work traveling movements such as waltz clog, Irish, buffalo, and flap-ball-change. Focus is placed on developing proper tap techniques, producing clear tap sounds, and gaining an understanding of how their sounds and movements fit into the music. Class consists of focused warm-ups, technical work in the center, across the floor, and weekly choreography combinations. As this is a performance class, these tap students will also get to enjoy learning a dance to be performed in front of a live audience.

Experience the joy and beauty of ballet. Students will learn ballet terminology and etiquette as well as basic structure in an age-appropriate manner, building a strong foundation for all dance genres. Students will continue to gain exposure to rhythm and musicality as they develop and strengthen their coordination and skills.

High energy and full of rhythm, Happy Feet will engage students with the basics of tap dancing. Upbeat movements will keep their focus and build their confidence as they learn techniques to making music with their very own feet.

The best of both genres! Students will continue to build their rhythm and musicality skills, while learning basic steps, terminology, and postures for both ballet and tap. The perfect class for dancers who want to learn it all!

Discover new ways to move! Tiny Tumblers helps children develop their gross motor skills, building the fundamentals for a strong foundation. Students will learn basic gymnastic skills, while growing in balance, coordination, and strength.

Our intro to dance for the littlest ones! Your child will explore the world of dance through creative movement and imagination, while also practicing important social skills such as listening, following directions, and cooperation. Students will be introduced to rhythm, musicality, and their first pair of ballet shoes!

3 – Week Program Intermediate level Dancers ages 11+ Classes Include: Ballet Pre-Pointe/Pointe Contemporary/Modern Enrichment No audition is necessary but must take a minimum of 3 ballet classes weekly. Dancers will be assessed for proper level placement on the first day.

The NCDC Summer Intensive core program offers a rigorous and challenging classical and contemporary dance experience with a world class faculty.

NCDC’s Summer Camps provide a great way to experience dance while having a great time moving. Whether it’s your first time in the studio or 100th, NCDC’s Summer Camps are for everyone!

3 1-week programs Advanced to Pre-Professional level Dancers ages 13+ Classes May Include: Ballet Pointe/Pas/Variations Contemporary/Modern Enrichment Rep Acceptance in any week is by prior approval. Details on application page

2 Week Program Dancers 7-10 yrs Classes Include: Ballet Enrichment No audition is necessary but students must take a minimum of 2 ballet classes weekly. Dancers will be assessed for proper level placement on the first day.