Encore Dance Center

In Ballet class, emphasis is placed on age appropriate training, terminology, classical form and training each individual dancer to reach their personal goals. Our…

One of the most traditional forms of dance using special shoes to create different rhythms, sounds and patterns. Emphasis is placed on precision, speed…

This fun class combines upbeat, stylized movement with proper technique. Jazz dance is based on ballet principals with each class consisting of a warm-up…

This popular, high energy class uses the latest sounds in rap, R&B and pop music together with movements influenced by some of today’s top…

Lyrical is an expressive form of dance that incorporates a fusion of ballet and jazz dance styles. Many times, this style tells a story…

Modern dance is an expressive style of dance created in the early 20th century that moved away from the structure of classical ballet technique.…

With safe technique practices being a priority, our pointe program begins with the basics. Dancers will begin their pointe studies in our pre-pointe classes…

Encore Dance Center offers toddler dance classes starting at age 2. We focus on fun, rhythm, and developing motor skills.

We currently offer adult tap and jazz classes. Please call the studio at 717-569-1828 or use our contact form for more information.

Acro targets the strength and flexibility to properly perform acrobatic skills. Core, upper body and leg strength will be developed, as well as muscular…

Pre-pointe is the first step toward pointe work for a young dancer. Students must be at least ten years old, have a minimum of…

Contemporary is a style of dance where students will push themselves mentally and physically to execute movement that is complex, intricate and dynamic. Contemporary…

Classes offered for ages 8-10: Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Modern & Acro. Complete the form linked below to submit your information and we’ll get in touch with you.

Shining Star is a creative movement and rhythm class designed for 4-year old’s. This program builds off the activities performed in the Broadway Baby program. Students will be challenged to become more expressive in their movement and will begin to memorize choreography. As always with our preschoolers, our goal is to provide a fun, as well as educational experience and to inspire a love for the art of dance within each student. Our Shining Stars participate in our annual recital held at the end of June.

Broadway Baby is a creative movement and rhythm class and is designed to be fun and engaging for 3-year old’s. Your dancer will be introduced to ballet and tap while developing fine and gross motor skills. This class offers the opportunity of self-expression as well as memorization of movement patterns. Monthly goals and objectives provide structure for learning. Broadway Babies will hold their year-end performance at the studio the second weekend in June. Performing in a familiar and safe environment makes their performance experience a positive one for everyone!

A first dance experience designed to be fun and engaging for two- year old’s. Activities in ballet and tap will improve both fine and gross motor skills. Concepts of rhythm and basic tap steps lay the basis for later extensive study of tap dance and “Twinkle Bear” will help our dancers learn some of their basic ballet steps. This fun and energetic class is a great way to introduce your child to dance in a safe and nurturing environment. Twinkle Stars will hold their year-end performance at the studio the first weekend in June. Performing in a familiar and safe environment makes their first performance experience a positive one for everyone!

Encore Dance Center offers toddler dance classes starting at age 2. We focus on fun, rhythm, and developing motor skills. This is a great way to introduce your child to dance in a safe and nurturing environment.

One of the most traditional forms of dance using special shoes to create different rhythms, sounds & patterns. Emphasis is placed on precision, speed and clarity of sounds. Tap is great for developing musicality and coordination skills.

Pre-pointe is the first step toward pointe work for a young dancer. Students must be at least ten years old, have a minimum of three years of ballet training, and be recommended by their ballet teacher to be enrolled in the class. Teachers evaluate readiness for pre-pointe based on technique, strength, and consistency in class attendance. We evaluate students three times over the year- once in the fall to see where they are, once after the holidays to measure progress, and once at the end of the year to determine readiness to move on to the Pointe 1 class. Many students are able to safely and successfully progress to pointe work after one year of pre-pointe, but it is also common to need two or even three years of pre-pointe to develop the necessary strength and stability. Pre-pointe is a technique class only (no recital dance) and must be taken in conjunction with the dancer’s appropriate ballet class You must be recommended by instructor for this class.

With safe technique practices being a priority, our pointe program begins with the basics. Dancers will begin their pointe studies in our pre-pointe classes to allow for a focused study of very specific movement exercises. Focusing on core movement control and muscular strength throughout each dance season allows for each pointe dancer to build tools needed to succeed.

With safe technique practices being a priority, our pointe program begins with the basics. Dancers will begin their pointe studies in our pre-pointe classes to allow for a focused study of very specific movement exercises. Focusing on core movement control and muscular strength throughout each dance season allows for each pointe dancer to build tools needed to succeed.

Modern dance is an expressive style of dance created in the early 20th century that moved away from the structure of classical ballet technique. Modern dance is an integration of technique, floor work, dynamic, athletic, and abstract movement. Modern dance is constantly evolving and growing with the contemporary movement of today while staying true to the technique created by the pioneers of modern dance.

An expressive form of dance that incorporates a fusion of ballet and jazz dance styles. Many times, this style tells a story through choreography and dance phrases inspired by the lyrics of the song being used. Dancers are encouraged to explore their emotions and movement through improvisation. A strong ballet and jazz foundation enhances the quality of movement.

This fun class combines upbeat, stylized movement with proper technique. Jazz dance is based on ballet principles with each class consisting of a warm-up using isolated movements, across the floor progressions, and current choreography all set to age appropriate music.

This popular, high energy class uses the latest sounds in rap, R&B and pop music together with movement influenced by some of today’s top choreographers. Hip Hop encompasses movement that has elements of poppin’, locking and breaking as well as freestyle movement to give students the opportunity to develop their own sense of style. Age appropriate hip hop music and movement is used for each class.

Contemporary is a style of dance where students will push themselves mentally and physically to execute movement that is complex, intricate, and dynamic. Contemporary also encourages dancers to explore all the ways their bodies are capable of moving with a focus on finding the intention behind each movement.

A comprehensive study of classical ballet that begins with our youngest dancer. Emphasis is placed on age appropriate training, terminology, classical form, and training each individual dancer to reach their personal goals. Our ballet program begins with a movement vocabulary that caters to the young mind and body which is shown in our creative movement classes. Training continues with an expansion of movement vocabulary that allows for freedom in classical ballet once technical milestones are met. Above all, the ballet program at Encore creates a foundation that is irreplaceable and is taught with a passion and love for classical ballet movement.

Acro targets the strength and flexibility to properly perform acrobatic skills. Core, upper body and leg strength will be developed, as well as muscular endurance to execute acro tricks (i.e. cartwheels, limbers, walkovers, handsprings, etc…). Encourages self-confidence and self-discipline while learning a variety of flexibility, tumbling, and balancing skills on mats, no equipment is used. Students work at their own pace in a structured environment to develop and improve tricks.

One of the most traditional forms of dance using special shoes to create different rhythms, sounds and patterns. Emphasis is placed on precision, speed and clarity of sounds. Tap is great for developing musicality and coordination skills.

Pre-pointe is the first step toward pointe work for a young dancer. Students must be at least ten years old, have a minimum of three years of ballet training, and be recommended by their ballet teacher to be enrolled in the class. Teachers evaluate readiness for pre-pointe based on technique, strength and consistency in class attendance.

With safe technique practices being a priority, our pointe program begins with the basics. Dancers will begin their pointe studies in our pre-pointe classes to allow for a focused study of very specific movement exercises. Focusing on core movement control and muscular strength throughout each dance season allows for each pointe dancer to build tools needed to succeed. Dancers are evaluated before moving to the next level to ensure the dancer is strong and technically ready to execute the movement.

Modern dance is an expressive style of dance created in the early 20th century that moved away from the structure of classical ballet technique. Modern dance is an integration of technique, floor work, dynamic athletic, and abstract movement. Modern dance is constantly evolving and growing with the contemporary movement of today while staying true to the technique created by the pioneers of modern dance.

Lyrical is an expressive form of dance that incorporates a fusion of ballet and jazz dance styles. Many times, this style tells a story through choreography and dance phrases inspired by the lyrics of the song being used. Dancers are encouraged to explore their emotions and movement through improvisation. A strong ballet and jazz foundation enhances the quality of movement.

This fun class combines upbeat, stylized movement with proper technique. Jazz dance is based on ballet principals with each class consisting of a warm-up using isolated movements, across the floor progressions and current choreography all set to age appropriate music.

This popular, high energy class uses the latest sounds in rap, R&B and pop music together with movements influenced by some of today’s top choreographers. Hip Hop encompasses movement that has elements of poppin’, locking and breaking as well as freestyle movement to give students the opportunity to develop their own sense of style. Age appropriate hip hop music and movement is used for each class.

Contemporary is a style of dance where students will push themselves mentally and physically to execute movement that is complex, intricate and dynamic. Contemporary also encourages the dancer to explore all the ways their bodies are capable of moving with a focus on finding the intention behind each movement. This class is offered to students who are 13 years of age and an experienced modern dancer (3+years).

In Ballet class, emphasis is placed on age appropriate training, terminology, classical form and training each individual dancer to reach their personal goals. Our ballet program begins with a movement vocabulary that caters to the young mind and body which is shown in our creative movement classes. Ballet at Encore is taught with a passion and love for classical ballet movement.

We currently offer adult tap and jazz classes. Please call the studio at 717-569-1828 or use our contact form for more information.

Acro targets the strength and flexibility to properly perform acrobatic skills. Core, upper body and leg strength will be developed, as well as muscular endurance to execute acro tricks. Acro encourages self-confidence and self discipline while learning a variety of flexibility, tumbling and balancing skills on a mat, no equipment is used.

To ensure that your dancer is getting the best training possible, we have tailored our programs specifically to our dancers’ capabilities and natural progression of coordination. From ages 5 to 10, your dancer will progress from a Showstopper to a Razzle Dazzle to a Star Burst!

To ensure that your dancer is getting the best training possible, we have tailored our programs specifically to our dancers’ capabilities and natural progression of coordination. From ages 5 to 10, your dancer will progress from a Showstopper to a Razzle Dazzle to a Star Burst!

Our Preschool program is an age specific program that incorporates ballet, tap and creative movement. Engaging music is used to get these little dancers inspired to dance. The use of props such as “Twinkle Bears”, hula hoops, scarves and rhythm sticks enables our young dancers to use their imagination, creativity and, most of all, have fun!

To ensure that your dancer is getting the best training possible, we have tailored our programs specifically to our dancers’ capabilities and natural progression of coordination. From ages 5 to 10, your dancer will progress from a Showstopper to a Razzle Dazzle to a Star Burst!

Our Preschool program is an age specific program that incorporates ballet, tap and creative movement. Engaging music is used to get these little dancers inspired to dance. The use of props such as “Twinkle Bears”, hula hoops, scarves and rhythm sticks enables our young dancers to use their imagination, creativity and, most of all, have fun!

To ensure that your dancer is getting the best training possible, we have tailored our programs specifically to our dancers’ capabilities and natural progression of coordination. From ages 5 to 10, your dancer will progress from a Showstopper to a Razzle Dazzle to a Star Burst!

Our Preschool program is an age specific program that incorporates ballet, tap and creative movement. Engaging music is used to get these little dancers inspired to dance. The use of props such as “Twinkle Bears”, hula hoops, scarves and rhythm sticks enables our young dancers to use their imagination, creativity and, most of all, have fun!