Sangre de Cristo School of Dance

Students are expected to have reached at least Ballet Level 5 or have consent of the instructor to take this class. Students learn the various solos presented throughout the classical ballet repertoire. Ballet history and the context of the variations in the storyline are discussed. This class requires strong pointe technique.

This course focuses more on the development of the jumps and turns usually employed in men’s variations. Athletes can expect a dynamic class designed to strengthen and define the main muscle groups.

Students in this class must attend at least three ballet classes per week in addition to this class. Specific pointe exercises are practiced to increase dancers' strength and precision.

Students need to have the consent of their instructor and attend at least three ballet classes per week in addition to this class. Pre-Pointe/Pointe class will focus on preparatory exercises to strengthen dancers for pointe work. Those en pointe will learn basic pointe technique beginning at the barre.

You will learn a series of technique combinations that can be used in many styles of tap dancing, including musical theater, hoofing, and rhythmic tap.

Join us to experience this beautiful and captivating style of Middle Eastern dancing, which gives women a platform for empowerment and self-expression.

The Gyrokinesis Method is an original and unique method which coordinates movement, breath and mental focus.

A dynamic, full-body workout suitable for all fitness levels that simultaneously combines stretching & strengthening while engaging all 650 muscles.

A welcoming and vibrant community environment for those who always wanted to try ballet or those who are returning to dance.

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Dance classes available for students, 18 and up.

Character Dance explores how classical ballet has presented and interpreted folk dance and other classical dance forms in the classical repertoire. Character dance encourages exuberant expression, greater understanding of line, and complex rhythmic structures. Most importantly, character dance requires the student to think about the cultural context of the dance and the responsibility of honoring that through their work. Character Dance Level 1 will focus on the basic forms presented at the barre and center exercises designed to increase understanding of different styles. Students will be introduced to the character dances in the classical ballets and their importance to the repertoire.

Focuses on self-expression and further building of strength, flexibility, and musicality. Floor work, qualitative movement, improvisation, inversions, and beginner partnering skills are covered throughout the year. Cunningham, Horton and Hawkins are referenced as students develop floor work, weight shifting, and traveling, as well as practicing dynamic and expressive interpretations of movement.

Students are expected to have reached at least Level 3 in ballet in order to take this class. Emphasis is placed on alignment, balance, strength, and flexibility to enhance proper dance technique. Cunningham, Horton and Hawkins techniques are referenced as students learn floor work, weight shifting, and traveling, as well as practicing dynamic and expressive interpretations of movement.

This class focuses on early coordination and motor skills, musicality, and balance.

The more difficult forms of adagio are introduced, while continuing to polish the technique of turns and more advanced forms of allegro (jumps). Further development of combinations in adagio, allegro, and exercises on pointe, with the use of both classical and contemporary music. The main focus is on the development of exceptional technique, artistry, and individualism.

Emphasis on strengthening stability in various positions and movements, delving into musicality and artistic expression, and further developing pointe work. Importance is placed on developing graceful transitions and suppleness while working to perfect performance quality.

Emphasis on strengthening stability in various positions and movements, delving into musicality and artistic expression, and further developing pointe work. Importance is placed on developing graceful transitions and suppleness while working to perfect performance quality.

This class will focus on character-based solos and the more technically demanding character pieces, both repertoire and original works. Students will have the opportunity to create works in various character styles. Dancers will also examine and expand the basis for character dance based through exploration of various world traditional dance styles.

Character Dance explores how classical ballet has presented and interpreted folk dance and other classical dance forms in the classical repertoire. Character dance encourages exuberant expression, greater understanding of line, and complex rhythmic structures. Most importantly, character dance requires the student to think about the cultural context of the dance and the responsibility of honoring that through their work. Character Dance Level 2 will focus on the repertoire of character dances in the classical ballets and explore the ways in which character dance informs the future nuances of ballet.

This class offers a more advanced and fast paced study of all modern styles with emphasis on contemporary movement. Focus is placed on the details of technique, consistency, and expression along with further mastery of turns, jumps, falls, and floor work.

This class teaches rhythm and musicality through tap technique and combinations. It's a fun and energetic class that doesn't require any previous experience.

At this level, students are working on strength and stability in center exercises on demi pointe. Allegro work is faster and more complex. Turns and allegro with beats are also introduced. Students will begin pre-pointe work and progress to pointe as they attain the requisite strength and maturity.

Students learn basic forms of movement through creative games, songs, music and rhythmic patterns. Class etiquette is reinforced.

This class focuses on simple coordination and beginning concepts of ballet, coordination, spatial awareness, and class etiquette.

This class is a blend of all kinds of different street dance styles. It combines hip-hop, popping, locking and waving to create a modern take on hip-hop. There will be a lot of energetic and funky moves.

A dynamic, full-body workout suitable for all fitness levels that simultaneously combines stretching and strengthening while engaging all 650 muscles. This class will increase flexibility and mobility for a healthy, toned, and pain-free body.

This class will focus on the technique of classical pas de deux as well as explore the weight-sharing and lifting techniques of contemporary dance partnering. In addition to learning the techniques needed to support, turn, and lift a partner; students will also learn the skills to carefully coordinate the shape and timing of their movement with their partner.

Students are expected to have reached at least Level 2 in ballet in order to take this class. Emphasis is placed on learning technique and terminology as exposure to various styles of jazz dance is explored. Curriculum is based on ballet technique layered with jazz movement and includes a warm-up, stretches, isolations, across-the-floor progressions, and combinations.

Focus is placed on learning and improving jazz dance techniques such as body isolations, performance quality, and developing intricate rhythms and patterns. Class curriculum is based on ballet technique layered with traditional jazz styles and includes a warm-up, stretches, isolations, across-the-floor progressions, and combinations.

Join us to experience this beautiful and captivating style of Middle Eastern dancing, which gives women a platform for empowerment and self-expression. Using uplifting and healing techniques, this class will cover steps, movements, and postures for the entire body. Every skill level is welcome.

This class focuses on forming the bridge between early education and formal ballet training. Students will continue to develop their coordination and musicality, and also start to develop focus and self-discipline.

Emphasis on alignment, placement, self-control, and ballet positions. This level marks the beginning of formal training in the art of ballet. Students begin practicing their turnout, formal barre work (plies, tendus, jetes, and ronde de jambe in their most basic forms), and begin to find stability and balance in the center of the room. Students must have pre-ballet or previous ballet experience.

Exercises learned in Ballet 1 are now performed in greater quantity and complexity at faster tempos. Students are expected to maintain consistent alignment throughout an exercise. Emphasis on strengthening the instep and foot and introduction of exercises on demi-pointe.

A welcoming and vibrant community environment for those who always wanted to try ballet or those who are returning to dance. Emphasis will be placed on the development of muscular strength, flexibility, and motor control.

Advanced jazz students will be expected to take risks and explore their own unique style as combinations become increasingly more complex.

Adult tap is a comprehensive collection of basic steps and techniques to learn and improve basic tap skills. You will learn a series of technique combinations that can be used in many styles of tap dancing, including musical theater, hoofing, and rhythmic tap. It’s a fun way to improve rhythm while getting exercise.

In this class, students will be introduced to the basics of a variety of hip-hop styles including street, basic breaking, beginning level tutting, free-form, and lyrical.

Gyrokinesis is a gentle yet powerful system that blends elements of yoga, dance, tai chi, and swimming into flowing, circular movements that awaken your spine, joints, and breath. This class is designed for all ages and abilities—no experience needed. Whether you’re looking to increase mobility, improve posture, or simply feel more at home in your body, Gyrokinesis offers a supportive, uplifting environment to reconnect with movement and yourself. Come as you are and leave feeling refreshed, aligned, and energized.

This class provides a re-entry for dedicated dancers returning after an absence, those transferring from other programs who would like acclimation, or those who prefer not to enroll in the leveled program.

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