Sally Mc Dermott Dance Center

This class is for the more advanced with some gymnastic background and knowledge and accomplishments of intermediate gymnastic skills.Pre-requisite for this class is a standing back handspring/aerial.

This class will benefit the student in their development of balance, speed, strength, flexibility, agility, and coordination. The use of proper technique, execution, good form, and safety will be stressed.

is designed for dancers age 6-10 with/without gymnastics/acro experience that increases one’s body awareness, coordination, strength, coordination, flexibility, and body control.

The AcroDance PreSchool is a full syllabus for physical literacy for young students age 3 - 5 years old.

Registration is open for the 2024-2025 Session – if you were already a member of our Dance Company, here is how you should register for the 2024-2025 Session.

Do you have your back handspring and now you're looking to NAIL that back tuck? Maybe instead it's a back layout. Let's create a timeline and reach that goal together! Let's Go!

Are you close to your Aerial but you feel like your missing one important tip? Mental or physical Blick affecting you? Let's get you flying in your aerial in no time.

Do you have your arabian back limber, both side back walkovers and are looking forward to the next step? Individualized attention will give you the drills and skills to get you there quickly

SEMI/PRIVATE SESSIONS LET'S REACH YOUR GOALS TOGETHER! TECHNIQUE & BASICS Wanting to hone your skills and technique? With individualized attention we can solidfy your technique, strength, and meet your goals fast!

Show Stars™ Lyrical is a fusion of ballet with jazz and contemporary dance techniques. Lyrical dancing is performed to music with lyrics to inspire movements to express strong emotions. Lyrical dancing focuses on the dancers’ individual approach and expressiveness than the precision of the their movements.

Show Stars™ Hip Hop provides a structured method of learning various Hip Hop dance movements in a fun­filled and vibrant class environment. From R&B and House to Club and Pop, Hip Hop classes utilize upbeat music from various genres, in addition to the latest Hip Hop hits. The resulting outcome is an energetic class that not only teaches you Hip Hop movements and technique, but also instills rhythm and precision in your muscle memory.

Show Stars™ Tap is an exciting rhythmic exercise and dance form which is enjoyable to both kids and adults. Rooted in African­American History, tap offers a variety of styles and techniques. Students will realize results in dance movement after a minimum number of classes. The classes stress the basics of tap and allows dancers to build into combinations which are great to watch and delightful to hear.

Show Stars™ Jazz combines many styles and techniques from ethnic and contemporary dance, to ballet. Rhythm, upon which all dance forms depend, is particularly integral to jazz dance. The first half of class consists of exercises which stretch and tone muscles and develop support for proper stress­free alignment of the skeletal structure. Using jazz, soul, R&B, ethnic and pop music, jazz classes are a great workout and a fun way to release tension while attaining a body awareness.

The Show Stars™ Ballet program fosters musicality, body awareness and movement potential in a format that encourages individual artistry. Inspired by the work of Rudolf Von Laban and Irmgard Bartinieff, the class explores the elements of dance; Body, Space, Force, and Time, through creative exercises that are movement focused rather than story focused. The knowledge gained in these classes prepares the student for the attention to detail required in the study of formal ballet training.

The AcroDance PreSchool is a full syllabus for physical literacy for young students age 2.5-6 years old.

Twinkle Star Dance is an age-specific 45-minute class containing ballet, tap, and jazz/creative movement. The purpose of the class is to introduce young dancers to the three styles of dance and inspire movement and creativity within a positive environment. Dancers also learn basic steps and terminology in all three styles. The use of fun, age-appropriate music engages the young dancers’ minds and bodies. The use of props make the class the most fun! Twinkle Cases and Props are included in registration.

This class is a Parent/Toddler Dance Class for ages 18 months to 2 1/2 years old. It’s perfect for children who need some time to ease into a group setting with other children and adults. This 30-minute introductory dance class contains ballet, tap, and creative movement. Young dancers and their parent/guardian learn how to follow direction and imitate movement in an active environment while having a great time. Parent participation required.

The last dance of the show is unforgettable SOMEONE SPECIAL DANCE. At SMDC, we believe in creating positive experiences and lasting memories. The SOMEONE SPECIAL DANCE is an experience that will last a life time! Spending time at rehearsal and working through choreography with your dancer is never time wasted.