Atlantic Dance

A fusion of classical dance techniques & precision acrobatics “There is a bit of insanity in dancing that does everybody a great deal of good.” Edwin Denby

Focuses on the dancer’s own interpretations with strong movements that express their inner feelings. “When you dance, your purpose is not to get to a certain place on the floor. It’s to enjoy each step along the way.” Wayne Dyer

Ballet & jazz techniques that inspire expression of strong emotions “The dancer’s body is simply the luminous manifestation of the soul.” Isadora Duncan

It’s all about breaking, locking and popping “The only dancer you should compare yourself to, is the one you used to be.” unknown

The high energy cousin to ballet and tap “Jazz washes away the dust of every day life.” Art Blakey

Tap dancing happens when you hear the rhythm of your feet “Listen to my feet and I will tell you the story of my life.” John Bubbles

Being a ballerina shows strength & balance “Do it big, do it right, and do it with style.” Fred Astaire

Learning ballet teaches discipline & grace “When ballet takes to the sea, even the sunset comes to take a sneak peak.” Anthony T. Hincks

We offer several workshops each summer that are designed and instructed with a mind towards enhancing the skill level of each student who attends. Attention to strength and flexibility and improved technique is accented in a fun and non-stressed atmosphere. Each day our students participate in a traditionally structured ballet class spotlighting proper technique with explanations of ballet history and terminology. Tap and jazz combination classes are included as well. Older students practice progressions and turns. Basic tumbling skills are taught to younger students. We also focus on music appreciation exercises that draw attention to different types of music and what kinds of movement fit different melodies, tempos and percussion. We watch short performance videos and a dance related craft project is scheduled for each four-day session. Everyone loves “summer dance” at Atlantic Dance.