BTC Athletics and Dance

Our competition level is called F.O.R.C.E. which stands for "Focus On Resilience, Confidence, and Excellence". We have 2 different levels of competition commitment, opening up opportunities to all dancers wanting to take the next step. F.O.R.C.E. Team participants must audition in July each year for their class placement.

Our Performance Team is geared toward dancers that love performing, but aren't quite ready or able to compete. Performance Team has the opportunity to dance at local events such as the Pittsburg Art Walk, local football and basketball games, as well as parades. There are no auditions for Performance Team, but participants are expected to show dedication to their commitment. Class focuses on: Confidence and showmanship Leaning what it is like to perform in a production style dance number

Our Recreational Classes are offered in a variety of styles and levels. Ages range from Kindergarten and up. These classes are fun, welcoming, affordable, and cater to all levels of dancers. Classes focus on: Learning the lifelong skill of dance Coordination and body positivity Confidence & persistence Being physically active in a fun and inspiring way Making lifelong friends and memories Being a part of a community and dance family

Our Stars of Tomorrow Classes are our first level of classes. Ages range from walking-5 years old. Our teachers are very welcoming and inviting and create a nurturing and creative environment. Classes focus on: Building a love of music and movement Coordination and body awareness Gaining confidence Being physically active Making friends and learning what it means to be in a community

Unleash your inner dancer at BTC Athletics and Dance, your one-stop destination for dance excellence. Whether you're a budding ballerina or a seasoned hip-hop enthusiast, our diverse array of classes, from tap and jazz to contemporary and acro, caters to every skill level and style. Our experienced instructors will guide you through every step of your dance journey, nurturing your passion and helping you reach your full potential. Join us and discover the joy of dance!

Tap dance, a rhythmic form of expression, is characterized by the creation of intricate percussive sounds through the use of metal plates affixed to the dancer’s shoes, or “tap shoes”. Dancers produce a symphony of beats by striking the floor with their heels and toes in various patterns, transforming their feet into percussive instruments. The distinctive auditory quality of tap dance adds a layer of complexity to its visual appeal, creating a unique and engaging performance experience.

Ballet is recognized as the basic foundation for most forms of dance. The elements taught in ballet translate to values that can be used to pursue other forms of dance. A dancer may gain a variety of skills from this type of dance, including posture improvement, balance, endurance, confidence, and discipline. Ballet is overall very beneficial, and it can be used to improve skills in all forms of dance.

Acrobatic Arts, or commonly referred to as “acro”, is the fusion of classic dance technique and acrobatic elements. This form of dance requires athleticism and has unique choreography to incorporate gymnastic-like elements into dance. This class focuses on building strength, balance, coordination, flexibility, and concentration.

Jazz dance is a high-energy form of dance that sets itself apart from traditional dance forms. It is one of the most popular and long-lasting styles of dance in the performing industry.

Hip hop dance is a style of street dance form that evolved from hip hop culture and music. Hip hop is a vibrant form of dance that combines a variety of freestyle movements to create a cultural piece of art. It is characterized by strong, rhythmic music and movements like bounces and rocks.

Tap dance, a rhythmic form of expression, is characterized by the creation of intricate percussive sounds through the use of metal plates affixed to the dancer’s shoes, or “tap shoes”. Dancers produce a symphony of beats by striking the floor with their heels and toes in various patterns, transforming their feet into percussive instruments. The distinctive auditory quality of tap dance adds a layer of complexity to its visual appeal, creating a unique and engaging performance experience.

Ballet is recognized as the basic foundation for most forms of dance. The elements taught in ballet translate to values that can be used to pursue other forms of dance. A dancer may gain a variety of skills from this type of dance, including posture improvement, balance, endurance, confidence, and discipline. Ballet is overall very beneficial, and it can be used to improve skills in all forms of dance.

Ballet is recognized as the basic foundation for most forms of dance. The elements taught in ballet translate to values that can be used to pursue other forms of dance. A dancer may gain a variety of skills from this type of dance, including posture improvement, balance, endurance, confidence, and discipline. Ballet is overall very beneficial, and it can be used to improve skills in all forms of dance.

Tap dance, a rhythmic form of expression, is characterized by the creation of intricate percussive sounds through the use of metal plates affixed to the dancer’s shoes, or “tap shoes”. Dancers produce a symphony of beats by striking the floor with their heels and toes in various patterns, transforming their feet into percussive instruments. The distinctive auditory quality of tap dance adds a layer of complexity to its visual appeal, creating a unique and engaging performance experience.

Jazz dance is a high-energy form of dance that sets itself apart from traditional dance forms. It is one of the most popular and long-lasting styles of dance in the performing industry.

Ballet is recognized as the basic foundation for most forms of dance. The elements taught in ballet translate to values that can be used to pursue other forms of dance. A dancer may gain a variety of skills from this type of dance, including posture improvement, balance, endurance, confidence, and discipline. Ballet is overall very beneficial, and it can be used to improve skills in all forms of dance.

Adult cardio drumming is a fitness trend that combines cardiovascular exercise with rhythmic drumming using exercise balls and drumsticks. This high-energy and music-driven workout has gained popularity for its unique and engaging approach to fitness. Participants follow the beat of music while drumming on stability balls, creating a full-body workout that targets various muscle groups and promotes cardiovascular endurance. The combination of drumming and movement not only provides physical benefits but also offers a fun and stress-relieving outlet for participants.

Pointe is a ballet technique that involves dancers dancing on the tips of their toes while wearing specially designed pointe shoes. This demanding form of ballet requires strength, balance, and flexibility, particularly in the feet and ankles.

Hip hop dance is a style of street dance form that evolved from hip hop culture and music. Hip hop is a vibrant form of dance that combines a variety of freestyle movements to create a cultural piece of art. It is characterized by strong, rhythmic music and movements like bounces and rocks.

Ballet is recognized as the basic foundation for most forms of dance. The elements taught in ballet translate to values that can be used to pursue other forms of dance. A dancer may gain a variety of skills from this type of dance, including posture improvement, balance, endurance, confidence, and discipline. Ballet is overall very beneficial, and it can be used to improve skills in all forms of dance.

Open Studio is open class time for dancers to work on whatever they may need help with. Dancers are not required to sign up for this class, and they do not have to be there every week. Open Studio only requires a $5 fee for the entire class. A teacher will be provided in the studio for guidance during this time. Whether it be rehearsing choreography, working on flexibility, or perfecting any skill they are working on, open studio is time for dancers to improve on anything they want. Our instructors will be there to help oversee safety and guide dancers.

A BTC Birthday Party will be one to remember for years to come! We are happy to accommodate to any theme with special music and games. Parties are available to book on Saturdays 10:00-11:30 am and 1:00-2:30 pm Parties Include: Qualified Instructor/Party Host Dance Class Games Designated room for cake & presents A routine to learn & perform A $10 gift card to Releve Dance Shop

Lyrical dance is a captivating and expressive form of movement that seamlessly combines elements of jazz, ballet, and modern dance. Known for its emphasis on conveying emotions through fluid and graceful motions, lyrical dance tells a story or evokes a mood.

Contemporary is a style of interpretive dance that embraces innovation and blending techniques from various genres like ballet, jazz, modern, and lyrical. Contemporary is a diverse and constantly evolving dance form, but characteristics include emphasis on expression and emotion, fluidity of movement, and use of gravity and floorwork. It focuses closely on freedom of expression and improvisation. In contemporary, a dancer learns how to communicate your emotions by moving every inch of your body with nuance and intention. This form of dance focuses on the contract and release of the body. Contemporary provides physical activity while challenging emotional growth, and helps dancers to be creative and think outside the box.

Acrobatic Arts, or commonly referred to as “acro”, is the fusion of classic dance technique and acrobatic elements. This form of dance requires athleticism and has unique choreography to incorporate gymnastic-like elements into dance. This class focuses on building strength, balance, coordination, flexibility, and concentration.

Acrobatic Arts, or commonly referred to as “acro”, is the fusion of classic dance technique and acrobatic elements. This form of dance requires athleticism and has unique choreography to incorporate gymnastic-like elements into dance. This class focuses on building strength, balance, coordination, flexibility, and concentration.

Hip hop dance is a style of street dance form that evolved from hip hop culture and music. Hip hop is a vibrant form of dance that combines a variety of freestyle movements to create a cultural piece of art. It is characterized by strong, rhythmic music and movements like bounces and rocks.

Performance team is the perfect opportunity to get your dancer used to performing in front of large crowds. If you’re looking to advance your dancer from normal classes but are not quite ready for competition dance, a performance team is a great way for them to experience an audience without the pressure of competing in front of judges. It is also a great way to learn to work together with other dancers to perform as a team.

Hip hop dance is a style of street dance form that evolved from hip hop culture and music. Hip hop is a vibrant form of dance that combines a variety of freestyle movements to create a cultural piece of art. It is characterized by strong, rhythmic music and movements like bounces and rocks.

Tap dance, a rhythmic form of expression, is characterized by the creation of intricate percussive sounds through the use of metal plates affixed to the dancer’s shoes, or “tap shoes”. Dancers produce a symphony of beats by striking the floor with their heels and toes in various patterns, transforming their feet into percussive instruments. The distinctive auditory quality of tap dance adds a layer of complexity to its visual appeal, creating a unique and engaging performance experience.

Lyrical dance is a captivating and expressive form of movement that seamlessly combines elements of jazz, ballet, and modern dance. Known for its emphasis on conveying emotions through fluid and graceful motions, lyrical dance tells a story or evokes a mood.

Contemporary is a style of interpretive dance that embraces innovation and blending techniques from various genres like ballet, jazz, modern, and lyrical. Contemporary is a diverse and constantly evolving dance form, but characteristics include emphasis on expression and emotion, fluidity of movement, and use of gravity and floorwork. It focuses closely on freedom of expression and improvisation. In contemporary, a dancer learns how to communicate your emotions by moving every inch of your body with nuance and intention. This form of dance focuses on the contract and release of the body. Contemporary provides physical activity while challenging emotional growth, and helps dancers to be creative and think outside the box.

Jazz dance is a high-energy form of dance that sets itself apart from traditional dance forms. It is one of the most popular and long-lasting styles of dance in the performing industry.

Ballet is recognized as the basic foundation for most forms of dance. The elements taught in ballet translate to values that can be used to pursue other forms of dance. A dancer may gain a variety of skills from this type of dance, including posture improvement, balance, endurance, confidence, and discipline. Ballet is overall very beneficial, and it can be used to improve skills in all forms of dance.

Tap dance, a rhythmic form of expression, is characterized by the creation of intricate percussive sounds through the use of metal plates affixed to the dancer’s shoes, or “tap shoes”. Dancers produce a symphony of beats by striking the floor with their heels and toes in various patterns, transforming their feet into percussive instruments. The distinctive auditory quality of tap dance adds a layer of complexity to its visual appeal, creating a unique and engaging performance experience.

Jazz dance is a high-energy form of dance that sets itself apart from traditional dance forms. It is one of the most popular and long-lasting styles of dance in the performing industry.

Jazz dance is a high-energy form of dance that sets itself apart from traditional dance forms. It is one of the most popular and long-lasting styles of dance in the performing industry.

Hip hop dance is a style of street dance form that evolved from hip hop culture and music. Hip hop is a vibrant form of dance that combines a variety of freestyle movements to create a cultural piece of art. It is characterized by strong, rhythmic music and movements like bounces and rocks.

Tap dance, a rhythmic form of expression, is characterized by the creation of intricate percussive sounds through the use of metal plates affixed to the dancer’s shoes, or “tap shoes”. Dancers produce a symphony of beats by striking the floor with their heels and toes in various patterns, transforming their feet into percussive instruments. The distinctive auditory quality of tap dance adds a layer of complexity to its visual appeal, creating a unique and engaging performance experience.

Musical theatre is a vibrant and dynamic form of performance art that combines the expressive storytelling of theatre with elements of dance. In musicals, dance serves as a powerful narrative tool, enhancing the emotional impact of the storyline and adding visual excitement to the overall production. Choreographers in musical theatre create routines that integrate with the plot, showcasing a diverse range of dance styles from jazz and tap to contemporary and ballet.

Jazz dance is a high-energy form of dance that sets itself apart from traditional dance forms. It is one of the most popular and long-lasting styles of dance in the performing industry.

Stretch and Flex is a core class for dancers who wish to improve in all aspects of dance. In Stretch and Flex, we focus on the lengthening and flexibility of muscles, and on building strength in the critical muscles used for dance. Flexibility is a significant aspect of dance as it directly influences a dancer’s range of motion, execution of movements, and overall performance quality. Improved flexibility contributes to better lines, extensions, and fluid transitions between steps. Additionally, flexibility plays a pivotal role in injury prevention. Muscle strength is the cornerstone of dance, providing the foundation for stability, control, and the execution of powerful and precise movements. Whether executing challenging turns, leaps, or sustaining extended poses, dancers with well-developed muscle strength can achieve a heightened level of artistry while minimizing the risk of fatigue-related errors or injuries. We train strength and flexibility in stretch and flex to build a foundation for dancers to excel outside of class. This class does not perform at recitals.

Musical theatre is a vibrant and dynamic form of performance art that combines the expressive storytelling of theatre with elements of dance. In musicals, dance serves as a powerful narrative tool, enhancing the emotional impact of the storyline and adding visual excitement to the overall production. Choreographers in musical theatre create routines that integrate with the plot, showcasing a diverse range of dance styles from jazz and tap to contemporary and ballet.

Technique places a strong emphasis on the precise execution of movements and body placement. It involves the disciplined practice of fundamental dance elements such as alignment, balance, control, and fluidity.

Technique places a strong emphasis on the precise execution of movements and body placement. It involves the disciplined practice of fundamental dance elements such as alignment, balance, control, and fluidity.

Jazz dance is a high-energy form of dance that sets itself apart from traditional dance forms. It is one of the most popular and long-lasting styles of dance in the performing industry.

Jazz dance is a high-energy form of dance that sets itself apart from traditional dance forms. It is one of the most popular and long-lasting styles of dance in the performing industry.

Technique places a strong emphasis on the precise execution of movements and body placement. It involves the disciplined practice of fundamental dance elements such as alignment, balance, control, and fluidity.

Jazz dance is a high-energy form of dance that sets itself apart from traditional dance forms. It is one of the most popular and long-lasting styles of dance in the performing industry.

Stretch and Flex is a core class for dancers who wish to improve in all aspects of dance. In Stretch and Flex, we focus on the lengthening and flexibility of muscles, and on building strength in the critical muscles used for dance. Flexibility is a significant aspect of dance as it directly influences a dancer’s range of motion, execution of movements, and overall performance quality. Improved flexibility contributes to better lines, extensions, and fluid transitions between steps. Additionally, flexibility plays a pivotal role in injury prevention. Muscle strength is the cornerstone of dance, providing the foundation for stability, control, and the execution of powerful and precise movements. Whether executing challenging turns, leaps, or sustaining extended poses, dancers with well-developed muscle strength can achieve a heightened level of artistry while minimizing the risk of fatigue-related errors or injuries. We train strength and flexibility in stretch and flex to build a foundation for dancers to excel outside of class. This class does not perform at recitals.

Stretch and Flex is a core class for dancers who wish to improve in all aspects of dance. In Stretch and Flex, we focus on the lengthening and flexibility of muscles, and on building strength in the critical muscles used for dance. Flexibility is a significant aspect of dance as it directly influences a dancer’s range of motion, execution of movements, and overall performance quality. Improved flexibility contributes to better lines, extensions, and fluid transitions between steps. Additionally, flexibility plays a pivotal role in injury prevention. Muscle strength is the cornerstone of dance, providing the foundation for stability, control, and the execution of powerful and precise movements. Whether executing challenging turns, leaps, or sustaining extended poses, dancers with well-developed muscle strength can achieve a heightened level of artistry while minimizing the risk of fatigue-related errors or injuries. We train strength and flexibility in stretch and flex to build a foundation for dancers to excel outside of class. This class does not perform at recitals.

Each summer, we offer a variety of different themed camps for several ages. Each camp follows a fun theme such as, "Encanto", "Camp Bluey", "Superhero Adventures" and more. Each 4-day camp includes: Dance class A routine to learn & perform on the last day Themed games A new craft each day Snacks