Interpretations Dance Academy

Interpretations Dance Academy is thrilled to bring back our summer variations class! A variation is a classical ballet solo, referred to as a “pas seul” meaning to dance alone. These variations are performed by world renowned ballet companies, by soloists and principal dancers. They are also performed in prestigious ballet competitions such as Youth America Grand Prix, World Ballet Competition, and Prix de Lausanne to name a few. Variations studied will be from different historic eras to the contemporary pointe of today and will be, but not limited to, Paquita, Giselle, The Sleeping Beauty, and Wayne McGregor’s Chroma.

This class is designed as an introduction into the varying styles of dance and begins to build a foundation for more challenging classes.

This class is designed to teach a range of basic tumbling, condition and flexibility skills to help improve dancer strength, balance and agility.

Hip Hop is a high-energy class that infuses the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, popping, and locking. Classes will encourage students to step outside of the box by bringing their own individual style, personality, face animation, and expression to the movements. Hip-hop dance requires students to have the muscle control, strength and stamina to successfully perform moves. Therefore the class may include upper and lower body conditioning as well as a rigorous warm-up to help prepare students for more intense movements.

Musical theatre dancing is less of a particular style, and more of a style of dancing that is rooted in the diverse history of Broadway musicals. Musical theater students will need to use their knowledge of ballet, tap, and jazz. Musical theater choreography and dancers incorporate acting and place a high focus on musical interpretation.

Lyrical dance is emotion-based movement that is inspired directly from music lyrics while telling a story. Movement can be fluid or abstract. This class is designed for intermediate to advanced students with previous training in ballet. Students will explore partnering and weight sharing exercises combined with basic techniques and skills from ballet, jazz and modern. As students progress through each level the curriculum will become increasingly more complex and intricate. It is not uncommon for students to participate in the same level for 2 years.

Tap Dance is a timeless art that combines dance and percussion. Tap dancers in musicals, movies, television, commercials, and concerts inspire us with their infectious rhythms. Tap Dance classes (for students 8 and up) explore the two traditions of rhythm tap (hoofing) and Broadway tap. Class begins with warm up exercises in the center that increase control, proper tap technique, coordination, and rhythm, followed by across the floor exercises that teach dynamics, shading, phrasing, and musicality, concluding with extended rhythmic phrases and improvisation exercises. The goal is to develop tap dancers that are equally strong musicians, dancers, and performers. May also involve some tap dance history, learning about such legendary greats such as Fred Astaire, the Silver Belles, The Nicholas Brothers, Sammy Davis, Jr., Gregory Hines, Jimmy Slyde, Bill “BoJangles Robinson, Ann Miller, Charles “Honi” Coles and Donald O’Connor. It is not uncommon for students to participate in the same level for 2 years.

Jazz is a true American dance form that appeals to everyone because of its energy, variety, and vitality. Jazz Dance classes exploring different styles such as Broadway, Latin, Classical Jazz Funk, Swing, Rhythm, Bollywood and more! Chosen music varies including jazz, swing, blues, pop, soul and funk. Classes begin with a warm-up to develop strength, flexibility, correct alignment coordination and body isolations. Turns leaps and progressions are included (as appropriate and safe per level), and culminates in extended dance combinations. The goal is to develop dancers who are expressive, dynamic, musical and passionate. It is not uncommon for students to participate in the same level for 2 years.

Ballet or “technique” classes (for students age 6 and up) are the core foundation at Interpretations Dance Academy for all styles of dance. They focus on developing a solid ballet technique with emphasis on understanding correct body placement, proper use of turn out, coordination of the upper body (epaulement), and use of arms (port de bras). Interpretations Dance Academy exposes students to aspects of traditional Vaganova (Russian), Cecchetti (Italian), and American techniques. Class begins with work at the barre to build strength and coordination, followed by center exercises, culminating in a grand allegro combination or variation. Clear explanations of exercises and theory help students use the ballet vocabulary in a simple, practical way that leads to increased technical understanding, healthy physical development, and lifelong enjoyment. It is not uncommon for students to participate in the same level for 2 years.

Digital dance pass available for purchase through the Dance Studio Pro parent portal or at the studio. This pass offers the lowest price per class.

Digital dance pass available for purchase through the Dance Studio Pro parent portal or at the studio. This pass offers a reduced price per class compared to the drop-in fee.

Save by buying a 5 or 10 class digital dance pass which are available for purchase through the Dance Studio Pro parent portal or at the studio.

This is the default payment option, dividing the total season tuition into equal installments from September through June. Please note that this is not a monthly tuition structure. The June installment is not adjusted based on the number of classes that month — it is simply the final payment of the total season tuition.

Enrollment is for the full dance season — not a month-to-month program. Our season and tuition structure are based on a minimum of 34 weeks of classes, with scheduled breaks for holidays and studio closures taken into account. Because holiday timing varies, some classes may meet more than 34 times, but all classes are scheduled to meet at least 34 times over the course of the season.

Enrollment is for the full dance season — not a month-to-month program. Our season and tuition structure are based on a minimum of 34 weeks of classes, with scheduled breaks for holidays and studio closures taken into account. Because holiday timing varies, some classes may meet more than 34 times, but all classes are scheduled to meet at least 34 times over the course of the season.

Enrollment is for the full dance season — not a month-to-month program. Our season and tuition structure are based on a minimum of 34 weeks of classes, with scheduled breaks for holidays and studio closures taken into account. Because holiday timing varies, some classes may meet more than 34 times, but all classes are scheduled to meet at least 34 times over the course of the season.

Enrollment is for the full dance season — not a month-to-month program. Our season and tuition structure are based on a minimum of 34 weeks of classes, with scheduled breaks for holidays and studio closures taken into account. Because holiday timing varies, some classes may meet more than 34 times, but all classes are scheduled to meet at least 34 times over the course of the season.

Tap Dance is a timeless art that combines dance and percussion. Tap dancers in musicals, movies, television, commercials, and concerts inspire us with their infectious rhythms. Tap Dance classes (for students 6 and up) explore the two traditions of rhythm tap (hoofing) and Broadway tap. Class begins with warm up exercises in the center that increase control, proper tap technique, coordination, and rhythm, followed by across the floor exercises that teach dynamics, shading, phrasing, and musicality, concluding with extended rhythmic phrases and improvisation exercises. The goal is to develop tap dancers that are equally strong musicians, dancers, and performers. May also involve some tap dance history, learning about such legendary greats such as Fred Astaire, the Silver Belles, The Nicholas Brothers, Sammy Davis, Jr., Gregory Hines, Jimmy Slyde, Bill “BoJangles Robinson, Ann Miller, Charles “Honi” Coles and Donald O’Connor. It is not uncommon for students to participate in the same level for 2 years.

Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) is an innovative body-conditioning and strengthening program that has been designed to enhance students' technique by focussing on training the muscle memory required in each exercise in all forms of dance. It is a unique training system that helps prepare students to develop the strength they need to achieve their personal best. The program helps with injury prevention and rehabilitation. PBT focuses on core strength, weight placement and alignment of the body with a gradual approach of carefully designed exercises and repetitions of these exercises that trigger their muscle memory. The program is designed with safe dance methodology to promote a long, healthy career and is now being taught by over 4000+ certified teachers worldwide and over 3500 schools globally have added PBT classes in their curriculum for students. PBT is not only a program to improve technique by training all forms/genres of dancers, but also athletes, physiotherapists and even footballers!

Our preschool program is a combination class designed to teach our youngest dancers to learn basic ballet and tap movements in a positive and fun environment. Our teachers build their lesson plans to ensure proper technique and terminology is taught throughout the class while exploring various styles of dance including ballet, tap and creative movement.

Pom class includes elements of jazz funk while adding the use of a prop, Poms. Pom style includes high energy performance with sharp movements and fun jazz technique. Pom has similarities to Cheer by adding more dancing elements to the movement style. Pom is currently very prominent in Football, Basketball, Hockey, and Baseball cheerleaders, whether collegiate or professional cheering.

Students 11 and older with strong ballet technique, sufficient core strength, ankle strength and alignment can be recommended to go on to study 'en pointe'. Maturity, attendance, commitment, work ethic and attitude play a significant role in consideration for pointe. All students must first complete one year of pre-pointe strength training. Completing the year of pre-pointe does not guarantee placement in pointe shoes. They will be re-evaluated at the end of the year then carefully fitted for pointe shoes. 2 ballet classes and 2 pointe classes are required to stay en pointe for the student in training. It is not uncommon for students to participate in the same level for 2 years.

Students will learn the basics of Graham and Hawkins release-based modern technique, beginning on the floor and working up to standing and moving across the floor in leaps and combinations. Classes will emphasize core integration and initiation, spinal awareness and flexibility, and practical application of modern dance fundamentals. Other styles of modern will be explored such as improvisation and non-traditional partnering weight-sharing technique. Must be enrolled on a ballet class.

Lyrical dance is emotion-based movement that is inspired directly from music lyrics while telling a story. Movement can be fluid or abstract. This class is designed for intermediate to advanced students with previous training in ballet. Students will explore partnering and weight sharing exercises combined with basic techniques and skills from ballet, jazz and modern. As students progress through each level the curriculum will become increasingly more complex and intricate. It is not uncommon for students to participate in the same level for 2 years.

Musical theatre dancing is less of a particular style, and more of a description of dancing that is rooted in the diverse history of Broadway musicals. Musical theater students will need to use their knowledge of ballet, tap, and jazz. Musical theater choreography and dancers incorporate acting and place a high focus on musical interpretation.

This class is designed to provide the student a foundation in the Hip Hop style of dance. In addition they will improve their flexibility, increase strength and control and learn to coordinate their movements to the music.

The Fine Arts Club is a diverse, all-inclusive program for preschool aged children Its fun and active curriculum allows children to develop social skills and talents at a young age. Children will participate in dance, yoga, and fitness classes while enjoying music, art, and drama lessons. This is your child’s opportunity to develop their confidence, spark imagination, and foster creativity. It’s time to get active and connect with others with a small class size in a large studio space.

Hip-hop is a high-energy class that infuses the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, popping, and locking. Classes will encourage students to step outside of the box by bringing their own individual style, personality, face animation, and expression to the movements. Hip-hop dance requires students to have the muscle control, strength and stamina to successfully perform moves. Therefore the class may include upper and lower body conditioning as well as a rigorous warm-up to help prepare students for more intense movements.

Contemporary dance encourages dancers to be versatile in their expressions, being able to portray a wise array of movement styles and emotion. It focuses on spacial and body awareness, use of body weight, floor works, leaps, turns, efficiency of muscle usage and safe body alignment.

IDA has multiple competition teams available. Being a part of the team requires auditions and a high level of commitment for the more serious dancer. Team members are required to enroll in 2 Ballet classes per week and a conditioning/stretch. Call the studio for more information.

This class is designed as an introduction into the varying styles of dance and begins to build a foundation for more challenging classes.

Ballet or “technique” classes (for students age 6 and up) are the core foundation at Interpretations Dance Academy for all styles of dance. They focus on developing a solid ballet technique with emphasis on understanding correct body placement, proper use of turn out, coordination of the upper body (epaulement), and use of arms (port de bras). Interpretations Dance Academy exposes students to aspects of traditional Vaganova (Russian), Cecchetti (Italian), and American techniques. Class begins with work at the barre to build strength and coordination, followed by center exercises, culminating in a grand allegro combination or variation. Clear explanations of exercises and theory help students use the ballet vocabulary in a simple, practical way that leads to increased technical understanding, healthy physical development, and lifelong enjoyment.

A fun introduction to the world of dance focusing on creative movement, classroom environment, and rhythm. This class is for a parent and child where the parent participates in class.

Our adult classes are a fun and light hearted for both the inexperienced and experienced dancer. Tap shoes required for tap, leotard or comfortable clothing can be worn in ballet and any soft dance shoe for hip-hop or ballet (ballet slippers recommended for ballet) Check the schedule to see what genres are offered.

A fun introduction to the world of dance focusing on creative movement, classroom environment, and rhythm. Parent participation required.

A fun introduction to the world of dance focusing on creative movement, classroom environment, and rhythm. Parent participation required.

Our preschool program is a combination class designed to teach our youngest dancers to learn basic ballet and tap movements in a positive and fun environment. Our teachers build their lesson plans to ensure proper technique and terminology is taught throughout the class while exploring various styles of dance including ballet, tap and creative movement.

Our preschool program is a combination class designed to teach our youngest dancers to learn basic ballet and tap movements in a positive and fun environment. Our teachers build their lesson plans to ensure proper technique and terminology is taught throughout the class while exploring various styles of dance including ballet, tap and creative movement.

Musical theatre dancing is less of a particular style, and more of a description of dancing that is rooted in the diverse history of Broadway musicals. Musical theater students will need to use their knowledge of ballet, tap, and jazz. Musical theater choreography and dancers incorporate acting and place a high focus on musical interpretation.

A true American dance form that appeals to everyone because of its energy, variety, and vitality. Jazz Dance classes exploring different styles such as Broadway, Latin, Classical Jazz Funk, Swing, Rhythm, Bollywood and more! Chosen music varies including jazz, swing, blues, pop, soul and funk. Classes begin with a warm-up to develop strength, flexibility, correct alignment coordination and body isolations. Turns leaps and progressions are included (as appropriate and safe per level), and culminates in extended dance combinations.

Our preschool program is a combination class designed to teach our youngest dancers to learn basic ballet and tap movements in a positive and fun environment. Our teachers build their lesson plans to ensure proper technique and terminology is taught throughout the class while exploring various styles of dance including ballet, tap and creative movement.

Lyrical dance is emotion-based movement that is inspired directly from music lyrics while telling a story. Movement can be fluid or abstract. This class is designed for intermediate to advanced students with previous training in ballet. Students will explore partnering and weight sharing exercises combined with basic techniques and skills from ballet, jazz and modern. Contemporary dance is a style of expressive dance that combines elements of all styles of dance. Contemporary dancers strive to connect the mind and the body through fluid dance movements.

Tap Dance is a timeless art that combines dance and percussion. Tap dancers in musicals, movies, television, commercials, and concerts inspire us with their infectious rhythms. Tap Dance classes (for students 8 and up) explore the two traditions of rhythm tap (hoofing) and Broadway tap. Class begins with warm up exercises in the center that increase control, proper tap technique, coordination, and rhythm, followed by across the floor exercises that teach dynamics, shading, phrasing, and musicality, concluding with extended rhythmic phrases and improvisation exercises.

Musical theatre dancing is less of a particular style, and more of a description of dancing that is rooted in the diverse history of Broadway musicals. Musical theater students will need to use their knowledge of ballet, tap, and jazz. Musical theater choreography and dancers incorporate acting and place a high focus on musical interpretation.

Ballet or “technique” classes are the core foundation at Interpretations Dance Academy for all styles of dance. They focus on developing a solid ballet technique with emphasis on understanding correct body placement, proper use of turn out, coordination of the upper body (epaulement), and use of arms (port de bras). Interpretations Dance Academy exposes students to aspects of traditional Vaganova (Russian), Cecchetti (Italian), and American techniques. Class begins with work at the barre to build strength and coordination, followed by center exercises, culminating in a grand allegro combination or variation.

Enrollment: Ages: 18 and up Class Time: 60 min Register for: 44-Adult Ballet on Thursday 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM Looking to learn classical ballet or refresh your inner dancer? Since its inception, our teen-adult ballet class has had an enthusiastic and loyal following. This is your ballet class with personality! Steeped in classical technique with emphasis on alignment, placement, and terminology, this class is a potpourri of ballet methods and history (Vaganova, Cecchetti, Bournonville) set to classical and current music genres. Although geared towards the advanced beginner to intermediate dancer, the class is tailored toward the ability of those in attendance. This class not only focuses on the basic foundations of classical ballet but also its poise and artistry. Space is limited for in-person dancers. Registration is highly encouraged. Zoom attendance is available.

Ballet or “technique” classes are the core foundation at Interpretations Dance Academy for all styles of dance. They focus on developing a solid ballet technique with emphasis on understanding correct body placement, proper use of turn out, coordination of the upper body (epaulement), and use of arms (port de bras). Interpretations Dance Academy exposes students to aspects of traditional Vaganova (Russian), Cecchetti (Italian), and American techniques. Class begins with work at the barre to build strength and coordination, followed by center exercises, culminating in a grand allegro combination or variation.

A true American dance form that appeals to everyone because of its energy, variety, and vitality. Jazz Dance classes exploring different styles such as Broadway, Latin, Classical Jazz Funk, Swing, Rhythm, Bollywood and more! Chosen music varies including jazz, swing, blues, pop, soul and funk. Classes begin with a warm-up to develop strength, flexibility, correct alignment coordination and body isolations. Turns leaps and progressions are included (as appropriate and safe per level), and culminates in extended dance combinations.

Enrollment: Ages: 18 and up Class Time: 60 min Register for: 46-Pointe (by approval only) on Thursday 8:30 PM to 9:15 PM

This class is for students who completed our pre-pointe program and are recommended to begin Pointe training. Students must be enrolled in New Pointe class twice a week as well as a regular ballet class a minimum of twice a week.

Enrollment: Ages: 18 and up Class Time: 60 min Register for: 14B-Silver Swans on Tuesday 10:00 - 11:00 am

Lyrical dance is emotion-based movement that is inspired directly from music lyrics while telling a story. Movement can be fluid or abstract. This class is designed for intermediate to advanced students with previous training in ballet. Students will explore partnering and weight sharing exercises combined with basic techniques and skills from ballet, jazz and modern.

Tap Dance is a timeless art that combines dance and percussion. Tap dancers in musicals, movies, television, commercials, and concerts inspire us with their infectious rhythms. Tap Dance classes (for students 8 and up) explore the two traditions of rhythm tap (hoofing) and Broadway tap. Class begins with warm up exercises in the center that increase control, proper tap technique, coordination, and rhythm, followed by across the floor exercises that teach dynamics, shading, phrasing, and musicality, concluding with extended rhythmic phrases and improvisation exercises.

Ballet or “technique” classes are the core foundation at Interpretations Dance Academy for all styles of dance. They focus on developing a solid ballet technique with emphasis on understanding correct body placement, proper use of turn out, coordination of the upper body (epaulement), and use of arms (port de bras). Interpretations Dance Academy exposes students to aspects of traditional Vaganova (Russian), Cecchetti (Italian), and American techniques. Class begins with work at the barre to build strength and coordination, followed by center exercises, culminating in a grand allegro combination or variation.

Enrollment: Ages: 18 and up Class Time: 60 min Register for: 26-Teen/Adult Ballet on Tuesday 7:40 PM to 8:40 PM

A true American dance form that appeals to everyone because of its energy, variety, and vitality. Jazz Dance classes exploring different styles such as Broadway, Latin, Classical Jazz Funk, Swing, Rhythm, Bollywood and more! Chosen music varies including jazz, swing, blues, pop, soul and funk. Classes begin with a warm-up to develop strength, flexibility, correct alignment coordination and body isolations. Turns leaps and progressions are included (as appropriate and safe per level), and culminates in extended dance combinations.

Ballet or “technique” classes are the core foundation at Interpretations Dance Academy for all styles of dance. They focus on developing a solid ballet technique with emphasis on understanding correct body placement, proper use of turn out, coordination of the upper body (epaulement), and use of arms (port de bras). Interpretations Dance Academy exposes students to aspects of traditional Vaganova (Russian), Cecchetti (Italian), and American techniques. Class begins with work at the barre to build strength and coordination, followed by center exercises, culminating in a grand allegro combination or variation.

Enrollment: Ages: 18 and up Class Time: 60 min Register for: 27-Pointe (by approval only) on Tuesday 8:45 PM to 9:30 PM

This class is for students who completed our pre-pointe program and are recommended to begin Pointe training. Students must be enrolled in New Pointe class twice a week as well as a regular ballet class a minimum of twice a week.

Hip Hop is a high-energy class that infuses the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, popping, and locking. Classes will encourage students to step outside of the box by bringing their own individual style, personality, face animation, and expression to the movements. Hip-hop dance requires students to have the muscle control, strength and stamina to successfully perform moves.

The "StoryBook Summer Dance Camp" will focus on: The technique and terminology of a traditional dance class. The creativity of rotating themed based classes using stories and imagination. The joy of music, rhythm and movement. "StoryBook Summer" is more than a fun way to learn dance. Teachers will read the students different themed based stories and then help the students learn dance by bringing segments of the book to life on the dance floor.