Turning Pointe Dance

enrollment in the Beg Adult Ballet class, but working on pointe with special instructions in pointe specific work from teacher (a personalized pointe class with your peers!)

Once they have passed a Pointe Evaluation, they have two choices for Beginning Pointe class. Choice #1: in person solo lessons with a pointe teacher at $55/hr OR small group in person lessons for $35/hr

Instead of enrolling in a pre-pointe class, they will be given a pre-pointe packet full of exercises and stretches to work on in their own time. They MUST schedule a solo lesson ($55/hr) with a pre-pointe teacher to go over the material and thereafter every three months an additional solo lesson ($55/hr) to check in on progress and tweak their Personal Pre-Pointe Program.

Our team of pointe teachers evaluate each student individually to go on pointe. Below we have listed some criteria we are looking for. If your dancer meets some of the basic requirements and wants to be evaluated for pointe they must attend the Pre-Pointe class during our school year AND summer session and then attend the pointe evaluation (see below for this year’s date). Pointe is an extra class and does not count as a ballet technique class. During our school year session, students must come to ballet class 2x a week (required classes must be taken at Turning Pointe) and their pointe class would be in addition to that. See summer requirements below.

Students must be 11-21 years old and have their ballet teacher’s approval to enroll in the pre-pointe class. Students taking pre-pointe must also take 2 ballet technique classes during the week in addition to pre-pointe to ensure that they are building strength and endurance to be ready for pointe. If a student is only taking pre-pointe as a strengthening class and not to be evaluated for pointe readiness, they may just take 1 ballet technique class in addition to pre-pointe.

Requirements for Pre-Pointe Students must be 11-21 years old and have their ballet teacher’s approval to enroll in the pre-pointe class. Students taking pre-pointe must also take 2 ballet technique classes during the week in addition to pre-pointe to ensure that they are building strength and endurance to be ready for pointe. If a student is only taking pre-pointe as a strengthening class and not to be evaluated for pointe readiness, they may just take 1 ballet technique class in addition to pre-pointe.

Students will increase their understanding of ballet while developing coordination and rhythm through tap dance. Half of the class time will be focused on ballet, and the other half on tap!

A class focused on hip hop grooves for our smallest dancers!

A class focused on musical theater for little ones!

Dancers will be introduced to the basic dance terminology of ballet. A balance of focus and fun, spatial awareness, flexibility, coordination, balance, expression, and hearing music are explored through the joy of movement while worshipping God.

Students are required to come to ballet technique 3 times and week and choose a non- ballet elective.

Students are required to come to ballet technique 3 times and week and choose a non- ballet elective.

Students are required to come to ballet technique 3 times and week and choose a non- ballet elective.

Students are required to come to ballet technique 3 times and week and choose a non- ballet elective.

Students ages 9 and up with 1 year or less of ballet experience, will enroll in a beginning ballet class and no placement class is needed.

For new students needing to do placement for a teacher approval class for the summer session, they will come to a placement class during the first week of summer classes.

A small group lesson catering to four or more students, promoting a dynamic group learning experience at a reduced per-person rate.

A small group lesson designed for three students, fostering a collaborative learning environment with individual attention, priced per person.

A small group lesson for two students, offering personalized attention and interaction within a duet setting, priced per person.

One-on-one private dance instruction conducted in person with a qualified instructor. Scheduling is done through the office via email.

Punchcard option available exclusively for adult students, providing a package of classes at a potentially discounted rate compared to drop-in fees.

Drop in rate for classes. This option allows flexibility for students who cannot commit to a full session or want to try out different classes.

Lyrical/Worship is a fusion of ballet with jazz and contemporary techniques. It emphasizes interpretation of music lyrics while telling a story with movement that can be fluid or abstract. The dancer is taught to interpret his or her movement with feeling, motion and style. They will learn to tell a story or create the picture of the song. This style combines the fluid beauty of ballet with the more sharp moves in jazz. An emphasis is placed on personal prayer and exploration of God’s Word through improvisation time in class. We will focus on cultivating individual expression and innovation through creative worship while also learning to dance lyrically and using Scripture and words to worship songs as motivation for our movement.

From the old style of vaudeville and hoofers, to the modern-day hitters, tap spans the decades and the globe. We will explore historical dances and even put our own twist on the traditions. Technique and body alignment are the central focus of class while building on choreography. Music from every generation will help us to work on musicality, tone, shading, counterpoint and, of course, style! In order to enroll in Tap 3-5, students must have been promoted from another Tap level or have been placed by an instructor after evaluation at a Placement Day.

The Pre-Pointe class is a pre-requisite for pointe work and is designed for students ages 11 and up who have had at least 2-3 consecutive years of ballet training. Students will need to bring these items to class: yoga mat, beach/bath towel, foam roller, and tennis ball. Students will be assessed by our team of pointe teachers in April to determine if they are ready to move into Beginning Pointe. Taking a minimum of 2 weekly ballet technique classes along with pre-pointe is preferred.

Dancers will develop rhythm, coordination, flexibility, listening skills, balance, and musicality through activities such as: stretching, strengthening muscles by doing ballet barre exercises, and learning center floor progressions. They will also be encouraged in creative worship and improvisation, unleashing the grace and creativity that God has put in them. The concurrent enrollment requirement for Ballet 4 and 5 is a second weekly Ballet class.

This combo-style class is designed to bring the Triple Threat skills of singing, dancing & acting together! The Musical Theater Classes progressively build upon skills learned and provide students the opportunity to explore storytelling, musical theater-style choreography and ensemble singing technique. Through class combos, Christmas dances & recital performances, students will be introduced to a variety of selections from Golden Age to Contemporary Age musicals.

Modern, based on the broad ideas of “opposite of ballet”, is focused on the use of space, time and energy. Classes are based off of Limon technique with infusions from other masters. Modern is its own unique technique, not to be confused with contemporary or jazz. While ballet is ethereal and other worldly, modern is grounded and current. While jazz is presentational, modern is about your own internal voice. If you are one to learn something new, this is the class! Come explore all ways we can dance using the air, the floor and each other! In order to enroll in Modern 3-5, students must have been promoted from another Modern level or have been placed by an instructor after evaluation at a Placement Day.

This class is a specialized class designed for Int/Adv dancers who want to improve and broaden their skills in both leaping and turning. Not only is this a fun, fast paced class, but it also helps dancers become well rounded for the future!

Students are introduced to a jazz dance vocabulary including: stretches, isolations, turns, jumps, and combinations. Students will gain a better understanding of rhythms, all choreographed to wholesome music. In this class you will learn the fundamentals of jazz, muscle isolation, and movement to different beats. This class is a fun way for boys and girls to learn a different style of dance that is very popular with a different energy. Be ready to let loose and have fun! In order to enroll in Jazz 3-5, students must have been promoted from another Jazz level or have been placed by an instructor after evaluation at a Placement Day.

Irish Step Dance is a fun and fast-paced dance style that emphasizes the rhythms of beautiful celtic music and has a unique technique all it’s own. Dancers will learn that technique through warm up exercises, across the floor work and traditional folk dances including the jig, reel and hornpipe, which all focus on very specific footwork. They will also participate in group dances called Ceilis, which develop teamwork skills and coordination. Students will also learn choreographed work that combines all the elements they learn within the class.

In our hip hop classes, we will be teaching the students isolation, rhythm, control, intricacy, and fluidity in their movements. Students will learn to hear beats and move in ways that will benefit all forms of dance. Students will learn the various sub-styles that make up hip hop dance, including popping, waving, tutting, jerk, house, lyrical hip hop, break dance, freestyle, and many others. Through class, students will find their sense of movement, add their personal style, and even learn how to choreograph their own pieces.

Is a style of expressive dance that combines elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, lyrical, classical ballet, and even hip-hop. The concurrent enrollment requirement for all Contemporary is a Ballet, Modern, or Jazz class of any level.

Students will increase their understanding of ballet while developing coordination and rhythm through tap dance. Half of the class time will be focused on ballet, and the other half on tap! Combo classes are a great way to try new styles and decide what you like best.

This class will introduce the basics of the American Smooth style of ballroom dancing and will introduce the basics of the American Rhythm style of ballroom dancing. Students will develop posture, coordination, balance and control through a series of steps designed to carry each couple effortlessly across the dance floor. Upon completion, each student will have the ability to recognize and match each style of dance to the appropriate style of music and perform the basics and beginning supplemental steps of waltz, foxtrot and tango. Upon completion, each student will have the ability to recognize and match each style of dance to the appropriate style of music and perform the basics and beginning supplemental steps of east coast swing, salsa, cha-cha and rhumba. Perfect to prepare for weddings, social dancing, or a unique workout. No partners necessary!

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Spark Sessions are the perfect chance to do just that! These special 4-week mini sessions are designed for flexibility, fun, and discovery. Whether you're popping in just for the month or adding it to your regular schedule (at a discounted rate!), Spark Sessions are a low-commitment, high-energy way to explore new styles, challenge yourself, or simply keep moving. Perfect for all levels, Spark Sessions are your chance to experiment, express, and most importantly—spark your passion for dance.

Spark Sessions are the perfect chance to do just that! These special 4-week mini sessions are designed for flexibility, fun, and discovery. Whether you're popping in just for the month or adding it to your regular schedule (at a discounted rate!), Spark Sessions are a low-commitment, high-energy way to explore new styles, challenge yourself, or simply keep moving. Perfect for all levels, Spark Sessions are your chance to experiment, express, and most importantly—spark your passion for dance.

Spark Sessions are the perfect chance to do just that! These special 4-week mini sessions are designed for flexibility, fun, and discovery. Whether you're popping in just for the month or adding it to your regular schedule (at a discounted rate!), Spark Sessions are a low-commitment, high-energy way to explore new styles, challenge yourself, or simply keep moving. Perfect for all levels, Spark Sessions are your chance to experiment, express, and most importantly—spark your passion for dance.

Spark Sessions are the perfect chance to do just that! These special 4-week mini sessions are designed for flexibility, fun, and discovery. Whether you're popping in just for the month or adding it to your regular schedule (at a discounted rate!), Spark Sessions are a low-commitment, high-energy way to explore new styles, challenge yourself, or simply keep moving. Perfect for all levels, Spark Sessions are your chance to experiment, express, and most importantly—spark your passion for dance.

Spark Sessions are the perfect chance to do just that! These special 4-week mini sessions are designed for flexibility, fun, and discovery. Whether you're popping in just for the month or adding it to your regular schedule (at a discounted rate!), Spark Sessions are a low-commitment, high-energy way to explore new styles, challenge yourself, or simply keep moving. Perfect for all levels, Spark Sessions are your chance to experiment, express, and most importantly—spark your passion for dance.

Spark Sessions are the perfect chance to do just that! These special 4-week mini sessions are designed for flexibility, fun, and discovery. Whether you're popping in just for the month or adding it to your regular schedule (at a discounted rate!), Spark Sessions are a low-commitment, high-energy way to explore new styles, challenge yourself, or simply keep moving. Perfect for all levels, Spark Sessions are your chance to experiment, express, and most importantly—spark your passion for dance.

Spark Sessions are the perfect chance to do just that! These special 4-week mini sessions are designed for flexibility, fun, and discovery. Whether you're popping in just for the month or adding it to your regular schedule (at a discounted rate!), Spark Sessions are a low-commitment, high-energy way to explore new styles, challenge yourself, or simply keep moving. Perfect for all levels, Spark Sessions are your chance to experiment, express, and most importantly—spark your passion for dance.