Carolina Dance Arts

A fun class using movie themes and Broadway Shows to explore creativity and entertainment as dancers embody a character. Jazz Dance is the basis for this style of Dance.

Acrobatic Dance (or Acro Dance) is the beautiful fusion of classic dance technique and the precision and athleticism of acrobatic elements. Acro is an especially challenging style for dances to master as training in both dance and acrobatic elements are required. Acro technique includes balancing, limbering, tumbling with emphasis on flexibility and strength.

A full class including both tap and ballet techniques.

The most challenging element of Ballet. Weekly Ballet classes are still attended & Pointe work is added. (This class is by teacher recommendation only).

A combination of jazz, modern and ballet techniques incorporating balance, control and musical interpretation.

A true American dance form which incorporates stretching for greater flexibility & helps to develop style. Strength & versatility. Attention is focused on correct alignment and technique as well as learning several different styles at jazz dancing.

Tap is an intricate form of dance with the feet as well as the body. Tap enhances rhythmic dynamics, speed & agility. Traditional & Contemporary tap styles are taught, with a focus on total body movement, technical correctness & performance quality.

Ballet I & II (ages 6-8 and 7-10 based on training). Ballet III (ages 11 and up). Students begin more formal Classical Ballet Training where discipline, musicality, and technique are emphasized. Each level is based on the American Ballet Theatre (ABT) Teaching Curriculum. Each class includes Barre work, Center Work, Across the Floor and elements of Choreography to Perform at Our Annual Spring & Holiday Shows.

Beginning Ballet class is designed for 4-5 year olds. Beginning Classical Ballet exercises are taught in a fun and age related way. Props are incorporated for engagement of the young dancer’s mind and focus is given to building motor skills, eye-hand coordination and flexibility.

Pre-Ballet & Creative Movement class designed for ages 3-4 years old. Dancers enjoy a fun class of movement activity, dance games, and learning about following directions, interaction with other dancers, experiencing props.

Tap/Ballet and Tap/Jazz Classes for ages 3 & up.

Provides a solid foundation for all other forms of dance and also forms the basis for discipline, creativity, & appreciation of dance as an art form. Students are motivated to strive for excellence in technique, grace, & poise, with additional emphasis on strength, energy & athleticism.

Technique, Challenge & Learn new Choreography.

Enhance Your Acro Dance skills building strength & flexibility.

The Principal Instructor/Educator at Carolina Dance Arts was most recently Certified in Acrobatic Dance through Acrobatic Arts in Canada. Her students have won many Top Regional Awards, Choreography and Special Awards as well as Judges Choice Awards at many prestigious Dance & Talent Competitions.

Tap/Ballet and Tap/Jazz Classes for ages 3 & up.

Ballet Technique. Provides a solid foundation for all other forms of dance and also forms the basis for discipline, creativity, & appreciation of dance as an art form. Students are motivated to strive for excellence in technique, grace, & poise, with additional emphasis on strength, energy & athleticism.

Technique, Challenge & Learn new Choreography. A true American dance form which incorporates stretching for greater flexibility & helps to develop style. Strength & versatility. Attention is focused on correct alignment and technique as well as learning several different styles at jazz dancing.

Enhance Your Acro Dance skills building strength & flexibility. Acrobatic Dance (or Acro Dance) is the beautiful fusion of classic dance technique and the precision and athleticism of acrobatic elements. Acro is an especially challenging style for dances to master as training in both dance and acrobatic elements are required. Acro technique includes balancing, limbering, tumbling with emphasis on flexibility and strength.