D'Ann Danse Studios

Dancing “en pointe” is the ultimate goal for many ballet dancers. In preparation to reach this goal, students must first take pre-pointe classes with strengthening exercises for the muscles in their ankles/feet and foot articulation. During this process, the teacher will also consider the students age, technique level, range of motion in their ankles, physical maturity, alignment, and strength of the “core” muscles needed to maintain their posture.

Grace, line and beauty continue to enhance while expanding the dancer’s French Ballet vocabulary and technique following our progressive syllabus. In additional to continuing to explore the Cechetti, Balanchine, Russian, & Vaganova styles of classical ballet , students are introduced to lyrical ballet and character dance while continuing their stage presence via exploration of a variety of music.

Contemporary is a fusion of modern, lyrical, jazz, & ballet styles. This uniquely fresh choreographic style blends free movement with technically difficult moves, in an expressive style that follows the lyrics of the song. Agape is contemporary choreography set to contemporary christian music.

Hip-hop dance refers to street dance styles primarily performed to hip-hop music It teaches the fundamental hip hop technique influenced by the wide range of styles from around the world.

Tap is the most rhythmic of the dance forms. It is an excellent way to increase coordination of the mind & body while developing a sense of rhythm & timing. For ages 6 & up.

Contemporary Jazz is still the hottest & most popular dance style today. Student age 6 & up learn jazz isolations, turns & jump techniques, tricks, basic acro, & performance in a variety of jazz styles while increasing strength and flexibility in a class suited to their skill and dance level.

Foundations of Ballet bridges a student's transition from the Kinderdanse program into a more structured class environment. They are introduced to an increased level of formal training consisting of barre, center work, and locomotor movements. The posture, placement and comportment of classical ballet will be emphasized. The practice exercises introduced at this level for alignment, flexibility, and coordination will develop a strong foundation of physical and cognitive understanding necessary for Classical Ballet training.

Our Jazz/Tap Combo class is a fun introductory class for beginner students ages 5-7. American Jazz introduces isolations, basic turns, & jump techniques while increasing strength, flexibility, co-ordination. Tap dance blends coordination and rhythm into a fun and timeless dance.

Ages 4-5 continues Kinderdanse 1 training progressing further into ballet with more focus on jazz, tap, acro for dancers, and performance.

The joy of dance begins with preschool classes for ages 2-3. Kinderdanse 1 introduces the preschool child to the joy of dance. Imagination is stimulated and creativity, self confidence & poise encouraged. We blend art, dance, & music for a unique & fun experience for young dancers. Kids jam to their favorite tunes making new friends while they are introduced to the foundations of various dance styles focusing on ballet, proper body alignment, strength, flexibility, French terminology, and musicality.