New Hampshire Academie of Dance

We offer competition experiences for intensive dancers as well as semi-intensive dancers. Our intensive dancers study 6+ hrs per week, while our semi-intensive dancers study 3+ hours per week.

Aerial modern dance is a subgenre of modern dance first recognized in the United States in the 1970s. The choreography incorporates an apparatus often attached to the ceiling, allowing performers to explore space in three-dimensions.

The floor exercise portion of a traditional gymnastics program combined with and connected by basic jazz dance technique. For the aspiring acrobat, this program will teach tumbling technique, basic dance skills and partner tricks accompanied by grace and expression. For aspiring dancers, acro helps to keep them strong and limber.

Combines the skills of dance (with a heavy emphasis on jazz and tap) with drama and in some cases, voice. Specialized exercises will teach students how to project emotions to an audience. A variety of theater and cinematic themes are explored through choreography.

Name given to a dance tradition that arose as a reaction to ballet. It also arose out of a desire to express things and feelings that were thought appropriate to the new century, things that, it was felt, the traditional ballet vocabulary couldn't express. It rejected many of the conventions of ballet--turnout, pointed feet, the stated positions, the attempt to defy gravity with leaps and other steps of elevation, dancing on pointe, the use of ballet shoes, and so on. Warm up, technique, and choreography are covered in each class.

A fusion of many dance styles, including but not limited to just about every genre we teach! Always with a strong classical foundation, contemporary dance explores every facet of artistic expression and dance technique.

A type of dance that arose in reaction to emerging music trends of the late 20th century. Sharp and fluid movements are combined to create a unique style many times incorporating the use of popping and locking movements. Hip hop is commonly seen in the music industry. Hip hop classes begin with a warm-up and progress toward isolations and coordination exercises, short combinations, floorwork, and routines.

A combination of ballet, jazz, and modern dance in which the dancer's primary objective is to tell a story or convey emotions. Lyrical classes begin with an alternating bar/center warmup and is followed by technique/turns/jumps across the floor, floorwork, and choreography. Emphasis is placed on interpreting the musical selection.

The raising of the body to the tips of one's toes, also used in the singular 'sur la pointe'. First introduced in the 1820s or early 1830s. Pointe dancers must have studied dance for a minimum of four years and study ballet at least twice each week. Dancers will not be permitted to begin pointe until age 12 or 13. When the teacher feels a student is ready to train for pointe work, she will be asked to study ballet en demi pointe for a minimum of six months. When the teacher sees the required strength of the foot, the student will be instructed in where to obtain a proper pointe fitting. In order to remain en pointe, the student must maintain good attendance in at least two ballet classes per week.

Dancing to a kind of music in which the accents fall at unusual places. It is native to the U.S., where it developed from ragtime. The players slide from tone to tone, introduced independent tones, and initiate vocal effects with their instruments. Our jazz program is influenced by a number of methods and styles including classical, theater/cabaret, funk, and Fosse. The jazz class begins with a choreographed warm-up followed by isolations, technique across the floor, turns, jumps, and choreography. Jazz training is begun in creative movement class. At ages 5-6 students generally move into jazz curriculum.

Step dance tapped out audibly by means of shoes with hard soles or soles and heels to which taps have been added. Our tap program focuses on a combination of classical and rhythm styles. Beginning students become acquainted with basic movements of the leg, foot, and shoe and learn to dance rhythmically. Intermediate students begin to build an extensive tap vocabulary and explore more complex rhythm patterns. Advanced programs include trick or flash steps, complex rhythm combinations, and more extensive tap vocabulary. Tap training may begin at age 3.

The foundation of all Western Theatrical Dance in which conventional poses and steps are combined with light flowing figures (as leaps and turns). Ballet classes begin with training at the barre to practice proper body placement, warm and strengthen muscles, and build technique that is brought to the center. In the center, dancers work on adagio (slow, controlled movements that combine strength and flexibility), petit allegro (small, quick jumps that build speed and ease of motion), allegro (more dramatic movements that are a natural extension of petit allegro), and grand allegro (large, spectacular steps that use a combination of skills learned throughout class). In our intermediate and advanced level classes, strength and flexibility training are incorporated to supplement technique. We teach a combination of ballet methods including RAD, Vaganova, and Cecchetti. RAD exams are available for students who wish to pursue them. Ballet training begins as early as age 3.

We offer Adult Aerial, Adult Barre Fitness, and often alternate between Adult Tap, Adult Contemporary, and Adult Jazz. Our adult schedule changes all the time, so keep checking back for schedule updates!

We offer Adult Aerial, Adult Barre Fitness, and often alternate between Adult Tap, Adult Contemporary, and Adult Jazz. Our adult schedule changes all the time, so keep checking back for schedule updates!

We offer Adult Aerial, Adult Barre Fitness, and often alternate between Adult Tap, Adult Contemporary, and Adult Jazz. Our adult schedule changes all the time, so keep checking back for schedule updates!

We offer Adult Aerial, Adult Barre Fitness, and often alternate between Adult Tap, Adult Contemporary, and Adult Jazz. Our adult schedule changes all the time, so keep checking back for schedule updates!

We offer Adult Aerial, Adult Barre Fitness, and often alternate between Adult Tap, Adult Contemporary, and Adult Jazz. Our adult schedule changes all the time, so keep checking back for schedule updates!

Classic weekly classes for grades 9 and up in our Teen and Senior Program (level I and II, Beginner/Int levels) in the disciplines of ballet, pointe, jazz/lyrical, tap, hip hop, modern/contemporary, aerial and acrobatics.

Acrobatics classes offer middle and high school dancers the opportunity to develop strength, flexibility, and tumbling skills, integrating them into dance choreography for dynamic performances.

Technique classes are available for middle and high school dancers, focusing on refining fundamental dance skills and improving overall execution and artistry across various styles.

Modern dance classes for middle and high school students explore innovative movement techniques, emphasizing freedom of expression and a departure from classical ballet structures.

Aerial dance classes provide a unique and challenging experience for middle and high school dancers, incorporating acrobatic elements and graceful movements using aerial apparatus.

Musical Theater dance classes are offered for middle and high schoolers, blending acting, singing, and dancing to prepare them for performance in theatrical productions.

Contemporary dance classes are available for middle and high school students, encouraging exploration of movement, creativity, and personal expression in a versatile dance form.

Hip hop classes provide an energetic and dynamic outlet for middle and high school dancers, exploring rhythm, style, and improvisation within this popular genre.

Tap dance classes are offered separately for middle and high school students, allowing them to hone their rhythmic skills and develop percussive footwork.

Ballet classes are available for middle and high school dancers, providing a strong foundation in classical technique and artistic expression for developing dancers.

Lyrical dance, an offshoot of Jazz, is provided as a distinct class for middle and high school students, focusing on expressive movement and storytelling through dance.

The discipline of Jazz is offered as a separate class for middle and high school dancers, allowing for focused technique and artistic development in this popular style.

Our Age 11-13 Preteen (level Iand II) are generally for grades 5-7. Jazz and its offshoot, lyrical are separated, while ballet and tap each have their own classes. Hip hop, Contemporary, Musical Theater, Aerial,Contemporary, Modern, Aerial, Technique and acrobatics round out the options for this age.

Our Age 9-11 Junior (level I and II) are for generally for grades 3-5.When appropriate, we have two levels available to make for a more personalized experience for out dancers and be sure everyone gets the right training they need. The best way for us to decide which level is right for your dancer is by chatting with us to discern the best level to start. Please reach out to us with any questions regarding the correct level for your dancer! We offer Jazz/Lyrical, Ballet, Tap, Hip Hop, Aerial, Technique, Acrobatics and Aerial for this age group.

Our Age 7-9 Mini classes are for children in Grades 2-4. These classes build a wonderful basis for dance as dancers continue along their dance journey, and they truly have the opportunity to explore many new genres! With options in Ballet, Tap/Jazz, Hip hop, Move N Groove (Hip Hop/Jazz), Lyrical, Aerial and Acrobatics, this age group has a wonderful selection to choose from.

Our Age 6-7 Prep classes (year 1 and 2) are for children in Grades 1-2. These classes really keep our students busy, and give them a good foundation for their dance education. In all genres, the basic movements of the dance style are introduced in fun and creative ways. Ballet, Tap/Jazz, Hip hop, Lyrical, Aerial and Acrobatics are all options for this age group.

Get ready for a dance party every week in this high energy class for little ones. Bop to popular songs while learning how to move with music and coordinate your body. Fundamentals of hip hop dance are introduced and each class ends with an opportunity to freestyle. lots of fun!

30 minute class introducing the fundamentals of tumbling and acrobatics. We get creative in building flexible, strong bodies in this high energy class! Basic jazz dance and coordination activities are also included, along with lots of teamwork with basic stunting.

You'll be amazed at what your dancer will learn in this 45 min class (Ballet/Tap/Jazz) where our dancers are presented with the beginning foundations of ballet, tap and jazz. Plenty of fun and expressive activities are included to keep curious minds engaged and learning through seeing, experiencing and listening. New concepts in teamwork, spacial awareness, directions, fine/gross/locomotor, music recognition and counting, memorization and expressiveness make this a very active class!

We have so much to do, but so much fun in this 45 min class (Ballet/Tap/Creative Movement) where our dancers enter the class independently and continue to grow their attentiveness, self-awareness and teamwork skills. we continue to build on motor skills, balance and coordination while working on flexibility and strength. More complicated movement and spacial patterns are introduced, as well as more involved music sequences and musicality. Children experience dynamics of movement and dramatic gesturing as it relates to storytelling through dance !

Little ones learn to shine in this 30 minute class (Ballet/Tap/Creative Movement) where the young dancer will enter class on their own and learn to work independently from their caregiver and as part of a team with their peers. Gross motor skills, locomotor skills, balance and coordination are introduced through the use of creative music and imagination. Dancers will also learn how to take turns, follow multi-step directions and enforce pattern recognition, spacial awareness and memorization skills.

Precious is the word for this 30 minute creative movement class exploring movement, music and fun! Along with the aid and support of a parent or caregiver, our little adventurers will incorporate fun music activities that introduce basic dance movements as they begin to work on gross motor and locomotor skills. Ordering and pattern recognition begin, as well as learning about listening, following direction and existing in a classroom setting.