Elevate Dance Center

Girls: BASE uniform of BLACK leotard and tights (ballet pink, black or nude) to keep muscles warm and protect dancers’ modesty during tricks such as head stands, etc. Pants (over tights) are required for Hip Hop and Breakdance to protect legs during slides and a BEANIE in the dance bag will make headspins easier in these classes too. Boys participating in Hip Hop or Breakdance wear a t-shirt and sweatpants (not too baggy). A beanie is recommended, but not required to make practicing headspins easier.

Girls: BLACK leotard, convertible tights (ballet pink, black or nude), appropriate dance shoes (see below), HAIR pulled back into a bun for ballet classes. A pony tail, french braid tucked under/french twist is acceptable for all other styles of dance. Boys: BLACK sweatpants or shorts, PLAIN WHITE t-shirt, appropriate dance shoes for the class.

Girls: Black leotard, tights (ballet pink, black or nude), pink leather ballet slippers, black patent leather Mary Jane style beginner tap shoe, black leather slip-on jazz shoe, hair pulled back into a bun/french braid tucked under/french twist. Boys: Black sweatpants or shorts, white t-shirt, black ballet shoes, black lace-up beginner tap shoe, black leather slip-on jazz shoe.

Girls: Black leotard, convertible tights (ballet pink, black or nude), pink leather ballet slippers, hair pulled back into a bun/french braid tucked under/french twist. Boys: Black sweatpants or shorts, white t-shirt and black ballet shoes. Both girls and boys will go barefoot for the acro portion of the class.

Girls: Black leotard, tights (ballet pink, black or nude), black patent leather Mary Jane style beginner tap shoe, clean tennis shoes with non-marking soles dedicated to hip hop (Velcro is best for fast shoe changes!), hair pulled back into a bun/french braid tucked under/french twist. Boys: Black sweatpants or shorts, white t-shirt, clean black tennis shoes with non-marking soles, dedicated to hip hop (Velcro is best for fast shoe changes!), black lace-up beginner tap shoe.

Girls: Black leotard, tights (ballet pink, black or nude), pink leather ballet slippers, black patent leather Mary Jane style beginner tap shoe, hair pulled back into a bun/french braid tucked under/french twist. Boys: Black sweatpants or shorts, white t-shirt, black ballet shoes, black lace-up beginner tap shoe.

This class is designed to help students focus on the turns and leaps dancers perform in Ballet, Jazz and Lyrical classes. This specialized technique class is a way to thoroughly improve your dancing, and it’s FUN too.

This class is based on the Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) method. PBT helps students train muscle memory to achieve their best in dance training. Dancers will improve performance, increase strength and flexibility, and prevent injury. Equipment Rental Fee $10. This fee covers the use of in-studio equipment. Dancers must bring their own stability ball and yoga mat to class.

Tap is so much more than making music with the feet through steps and combinations. Dancers train their ear by learning rhythm, musicality and style in this entertaining class.

This class is designed to help students get stronger and more flexible for their other dance styles. This specialized class is a way to thoroughly improve your dance technique, and it’s a workout too. (Offered in summer only.)

Choreography class inspires creativity and allows students to become the teacher. They will learn how to craft choreography and collaborate with one another to use the elements learned to turn their vision for a dance into a reality. (Offered in summer only.)

Pointe class is designed for students with previous ballet training. Pointe students will utilize ballet technique while working in pointe shoes. Pre-Pointe students will work in flats with the goal of readying themselves to pass their pointe examination within a couple of years. Class includes barre exercises, center floor work and across the floor combinations with exercises that focus on strengthening the feet, ankles and core.

Musical Theatre combines dance, acting, and/or singing using jazz technique to a Broadway, movie or television song. Musical Theatre emphasizes performance quality and entertainment value and focuses on playing a character. (Offered in summer only.)

Lyrical is a style of dance created from the fusion of Ballet and Jazz. It is performed to contemporary music that draws inspiration from the song lyrics to express emotion and tell a story. It is required for Lyrical students to also take a Ballet and a Jazz class. (Offered in the fall/spring only.)

Jazz builds upon foundational dance technique and encourages personal expression and stage presence. Dancers will work on flexibility, strength and style using lively, mainstream music the kids will know and love.

Students have a blast as they develop an understanding of rhythm and space by learning the techniques of trending moves and evolved street-style dancing. We use only clean, positive hip hop music to slay the dance floor.

This class is for those students desiring to work at EDC one day. Students will learn the basics of education- methodology, pedagogy, and classroom management- to become a great leader and teacher. Not all students who take this class are guaranteed a future job at EDC, but taking this class is a requirement if you do hope to work with us one day. (Offered in summer only.)

Contemporary is a style of expressive dance that combines elements of several dance genres including but not limited to modern, jazz, lyrical, hip hop and classical ballet, and is therefore best suited to dancers who have some dance experience. As opposed to a structured syllabus, contemporary dance stresses versatility, fluidity, and improvisation while connecting the mind and the body through fluid dance movements. (Offered in the summer only.)

The ability to pick up and retain new choreography quickly is a skill, and that’s exactly what we’ll practice in this class. For most dancers, learning choreography is also “the fun part” of dance class, so this one is sure to please. Dancers will learn basic new choreography each week based in several different styles, like a dance convention. (Offered in the summer only.)

This energetic and acrobatic class will get the heart pumping as students dance their way through the history of this cultural phenomenon with classic technique and the newest moves.

This class is devoted to the traditional exercises of ballet barre work. Our barre work is composed of both slow and fast exercises designed to strengthen and lengthen muscles and increase mobility to execute proper ballet technique. *This is open to all ages and skill levels. This class is a required class for students of Intermediate Ballet. This is NOT a “barre fitness” class.

Classical ballet is the foundation of dance. Dancers will train at the barre and in center. In addition, they will learn theory, French terminology, alignment/posture and moving with grace. Ages 7 and up.

This class focuses on the tumbling skills needed to perform dance tricks. Students will get a great workout and build both strength and flexibility in this fun and challenging class. (Offered in the fall/spring only.)

Progressive Pre-Primary is designed specifically to tap into the magical age of our 5 and 6 year old dancers nearing the end of their time pre-primary, but not developmentally ready for the primary level. This class consists of tap, ballet, jazz and tumbling, and meets twice a week.

Pre-Primary introduces our youngest dancers to tap and hip hop in an upbeat setting. Students will learn foundational steps and terminology while promoting spatial awareness, balance and coordination. Perfect for students as young as 3 and up to 6. Please note, all classes are “kiss and go.”

Pre-Primary introduces our youngest dancers to tap and ballet in an upbeat setting. Students will learn foundational steps and terminology while promoting spatial awareness, balance and coordination. Perfect for students as young as 3 and up to 6. Please note, all classes are “kiss and go.”

All ability levels welcome. This class offers a welcoming environment for dancers of all experience levels to explore various styles.

For very experienced dancers beginning to display a solid technical base & desiring to train at a high level. This class is for dedicated dancers seeking advanced training.

For experienced dancers beginning to display a solid technical base. This class challenges dancers to refine their technique and artistry.

Several years dance experience, may have taken some time off in between dancing, dances in seasons based on sports or other activities, solid coordination, conditioning and knowledge base. This level builds on existing skills.

Little to no dance experience, may have danced before but taken time off, trying a new genre for the first time. This class is perfect for beginners or those returning to dance.

Combination of tap, ballet, jazz and tumbling. Exclusive for 5 & 6 year olds. Class meets twice a week throughout the school year. This class provides a foundational experience in multiple dance forms.

Our tiniest dancers, ages 3-6 do two styles of dance in one 45-minute class period. This class is designed for our youngest students to explore movement and rhythm.

Tap Technique & Drill class offered on Mondays at 8:15pm as part of the adult program at Elevate Dance Center. This is a membership-based program.

This class focuses on the technical aspects and repetitive drills to improve tap dancing skills. Suitable for dancers looking to refine their footwork and rhythm.

Tap Combo class offered on Mondays at 8:45pm as part of the adult program at Elevate Dance Center. This is a membership-based program.

Learn and practice tap dance combinations that integrate various steps and rhythms. This class builds on technique to create short, engaging routines.

Stretch & Strength class offered on Saturdays at 8:00am as part of the adult program at Elevate Dance Center. This is a membership-based program.

Enhance your flexibility and build core strength with this conditioning class. Essential for all dancers to improve performance and prevent injuries.

Jazz Technique & Combo class offered on Saturdays at 8:30am as part of the adult program at Elevate Dance Center. This is a membership-based program.

Focus on jazz dance fundamentals, including isolations, kicks, and turns, followed by learning dynamic jazz combinations. A fun and energetic class.

Turns & Leaps class offered on Thursdays at 8:00pm as part of the adult program at Elevate Dance Center. This is a membership-based program.

Dedicated to mastering the art of turns and leaps, this class refines technique for better execution, control, and height. Improve your pirouettes and grand jetés.

Contemporary dance class offered on Tuesdays at 8:15pm as part of the adult program at Elevate Dance Center. This is a membership-based program.

Explore contemporary dance techniques, focusing on fluidity, expression, and floor work. This class encourages artistic interpretation and movement exploration.

Ballet Barre class offered on Wednesdays at 7:30pm as part of the adult program at Elevate Dance Center. This is a membership-based program.

A foundational ballet class that utilizes the barre for strength, posture, and flexibility exercises. This class is perfect for building core ballet technique.

Ballet class offered on Wednesdays at 8:00pm as part of the adult program at Elevate Dance Center. This is a membership-based program.

Full ballet class focusing on classical technique, including barre work and center exercises. Develop grace, alignment, and artistry in this comprehensive ballet session.