Danceworks

Once dancers have reached the age of 8 or 9 they are generally ready to choose the genres on which they wish to focus. This is an exciting time as classes get longer (45 minutes or an hour for each genre depending on the level). Dancers can customize a schedule to fit their needs and interests by combining classes in tap, ballet, jazz, modern, lyrical and hip hop. Ballet study is continually encouraged for all dancers as it provides reinforcement of correct alignment and technique required to become an accomplished dancer.

Fourth grade students have the option of staying in a combination tap and ballet class with the jazz-hop add on, or transitioning to forty-five minute single genre classes. Ballet is continually encouraged as it is the foundation of all the other dance genres and provides the student with proper alignment, coordination and body awareness to excel in tap, jazz, modern, lyrical and many other art forms.

Fourth grade students have the option of staying in a combination tap and ballet class with the jazz-hop add on, or transitioning to forty-five minute single genre classes. Ballet is continually encouraged as it is the foundation of all the other dance genres and provides the student with proper alignment, coordination and body awareness to excel in tap, jazz, modern, lyrical and many other art forms.

First through fourth grade students have the option of adding a half-hour jazz-hop class to their studies. Ballet is continually encouraged as it is the foundation of all the other dance genres and provides the student with proper alignment, coordination and body awareness to excel in tap, jazz, modern, lyrical and many other art forms.

One hour tap and ballet combination classes with appropriate levels of advancement are offered for first through fourth graders. Fourth grade students have the option of staying in a combination tap and ballet class with the jazz-hop add on, or transitioning to forty-five minute single genre classes. Ballet is continually encouraged as it is the foundation of all the other dance genres and provides the student with proper alignment, coordination and body awareness to excel in tap, jazz, modern, lyrical and many other art forms.

Kindergarteners will learn additional basic ballet steps and begin to combine them into more intricate patterns. The concept of body alignment is introduced at this time. Many new tap steps are presented at this level focusing on weight change and new rhythm patterns. Class meets once a week for one hour and students perform two numbers in the annual recital.

The four to five year-old program at Danceworks consists of beginner tap and ballet. Students will expand on the vocabulary learned in the three-year-old program and learn some additional rudimentary ballet steps. They will also learn some standard one and two sound tap steps and basic rhythms. Emphasis is on enjoying the activities presented and learning sound dance technique.

Our three-year-old class, developed by director Christine Kohler, consists of pre-ballet and tumbling. This tried and true program has been enthralling preschoolers since the inception of the studio in 1993. Students will learn several basic ballet steps while improving gross motor coordination by working on age appropriate skills such as standing and hopping on one foot, skipping, galloping, jumping and generally having fun. A large part of the class time is devoted to creative movement and structured in imaginative play. Students are challenged to move like different animals, float to places in magic boats, pick beautiful flowers, try out new butterfly wings and much more. The focus of the three-year-old program at Danceworks is to instill in the child a love of dance and movement. Students learn new ways to use their bodies for exercise and fun.

Dance With Me is a preschool creative movement program for boys and girls ages 2-3 years and their parents or other caregivers. This class is offered in eight week fall and spring sessions, a 4 week summer session and is a non-recital class. Students will enjoy a new theme each week complete with songs, games, props, stories and lots of high energy fun!

This class is the perfect next level for dancers who have completed our Move & Groove class. We Bop is a non-stop dance party, perfect for anyone who may struggle waiting in line or taking turns in a traditional dance class setting. In this class, we will explore jazz and hip hop steps and movements set to popular children's music. (Think of your favorites from Radio Disney, Kidz Bop, and new movies.) We will learn how to count music, break down choreography to learn it, then speed it up and add arm movements. In the learning process, each dancer will develop their own personal style. There will be some class time for creative movement with our favorite props including scarves, ribbon wands, shakers, rhythm sticks, tambourines, and more! Dance is the best form of exercise - we hope you join us for a rockin' good time!

Born to Dance is a special time for newborns and their caregivers to connect through movement and music. Designed for our tiniest dancers, babies from birth until they start walking. Caregivers can sway, bounce, and interact with their little ones, creating a fun and nurturing experience while introducing a love for dance.

visit us in the studio, take a free trial class, get fitted for dance shoes, and register for class!!! By appointment so we'll be sure to have plenty of time for you. (No shoe fitting appointment is needed if you have reserved a spot in a trial class.)

Our "Wiggly Ones" class is the perfect weekly opportunity to connect with your little one through music and movement. Class will explore educational fundamentals such as counting and music theory. Dancers and their caregivers are encouraged to dance and sing along to classic and modern preschool songs. You can sit with your infant or alternate between sitting and standing with your toddler so they can get the wiggles out! The focus of our Wiggly Ones class will be to instill an early love of dance and music.

Our Dance with Me program for boys and girls ages 2-3 years meets in 8-week fall and spring sessions as well as a 4-week winter session. This fun and engaging program will have a new theme each week with games, songs, stories and of course...lots of dancing.

We will sing and dance to a variety of music, including classic and modern preschool songs, while exploring educational fundamentals including counting and music theory. Songs will alternate between standing and sitting, and a variety of engaging props will be explored as we dance around the studio! This class is perfect for dancers with lots of energy to wiggle out. We can't wait for you to check out all the creative movement we have in store for you each week! Preschool Move and Groove is a non-recital class. Parents are welcome in the dance room or dancers can participate independently. This class is perfect for those dancers who have aged out of our Dance with Me program but are not yet ready for our independent preschool classes. Children of all abilities are welcome! Class will meet in 8 week fall, winter and spring sessions and will not participate in our annual recital.