Denton Dance Conservatory

Dancers, ages 3-8 who are taking Combo classes at DDC are also have the option of being included in the Holiday production “A Gift for Emma”.

Some Contemporary classes will perform choreography as part of the studio’s Holiday show “A Gift for Emma” held each year and co-hosted by Denton City Contemporary Ballet DCCB and Denton Dance Conservatory.

Some Jazz classes will perform choreography as part of the studio’s Holiday show “A Gift for Emma” held each year and co-hosted by Denton City Contemporary Ballet DCCB and Denton Dance Conservatory.

Most twice a week Ballet classes will perform choreography as part of the studio’s Holiday show “A Gift for Emma” held each year and co-hosted by Denton City Contemporary Ballet DCCB and Denton Dance Conservatory.

The elements of creative movement will be augmented by more coordination and sequence-related exercises; floor formations that teach children to remember their “place” in the room; movement exercises that emphasize straight legs and pointed feet, posture, placement, stretches, and comportment of classical ballet. Basic ballet concepts such as 1st and 2nd positions, plié, and relevé will be introduced. Fun, creative elements such as sing-a-long songs, games, and other imaginative activities will keep the pace of the class lively and engaging. Basics of tap dancing will also be introduced, encouraging coordination building, rhythm, and listening skills. These dancers will perform both a Ballet and a Tap piece in DDC’s annual Recital Showcase. They are also invited to audition in September for DDC’s annual holiday production, “A Gift for Emma.”

Hip Hop focuses on rhythm, syncopation and stage presence. Derived from a combination of jazz funk and street jazz, this style of dance requires high energy, attention to detail and an understanding of complex rhythms. Isolations, popping, & free-style movement will all be a focus of this athletic and energetic dance style. Dancers will practice and perform to age appropriate music, wearing age appropriate costumes. These classes will perform in the end of the year Recital Showcase.

Contemporary dance classes at DDC are a combined curriculum of modern and lyrical, often utilizing improvisation, floor-work, partnering and performing in bare feet. Contemporary as a dance style in itself is defined, in part, as a fusion of ballet and jazz, demanding technical skill, musicality and an expression of emotion. A solid, ballet-based technique, proper placement and bodily alignment are essential components. At least three years of ballet training are required. These classes will automatically perform in DDC’s annual holiday production, “A Gift for Emma,” as well as the year end Recital Showcase.

Tap classes are offered to students ages 4 and up and focus on rhythm, musicality and timing. All classes begin with an energetic warm-up, across the floor exercises and combinations. Building on earlier levels where dancers focus on clarity of sounds, increasing speed, and working with varying dynamics, musicality, and history, our advanced tap dancers (Levels V/VI) are challenged through improvisational exercises, intricate rhythms and footwork. These classes will perform to age appropriate music in the end of the year Recital Showcase.

Jazz classes explore traditional, Broadway, lyrical, and contemporary styles in a fun, energetic atmosphere to age appropriate music. Classes begin with a warm-up that stresses technique, flexibility, coordination and strength, followed by progressions across the floor, center work and combinations. Advanced classes (Levels VI and VII) emphasize quality of movement in addition to perfecting technique, performance skills and a variety of styles. Great effort is made to ensure that the dancers are costumed appropriately for the style, and age. These classes will perform in the end of the year Recital Showcase.

Twice a week class with additional pointe class built upon Levels I thru VI. Most of these dancers have advanced through membership in DDC’s resident dance company, Denton City Contemporary Ballet, and/or DDC’s Competitive company. Dancers are also encouraged to add an additional ballet technique class, and dance disciplines like Jazz and Contemporary in order to increase their marketability in the professional world. Advanced Ballet Technique for dancers with a minimum of 6 years previous ballet training, and minimum 4 years “en pointe.” This class will automatically perform in the year end Recital Showcase.

From beginning to advanced/intermediate class offerings, DDC has a place for everyone!

Acrobatic Dance, or acro as it is commonly referred to by dancers and dance professionals, is the beautiful fusion of classic dance technique and the precision and athleticism of acrobatic elements.

Contemporary dance classes at DDC are a combined curriculum of modern and lyrical, often utilizing improvisation, floor-work, partnering and performing in bare feet. Contemporary as a dance style in itself is defined, in part, as a fusion of ballet and jazz, demanding technical skill, musicality and an expression of emotion. A solid, ballet-based technique, proper placement and bodily alignment are essential components. At least one year of ballet training is required. These classes will automatically perform in DDC’s annual holiday production, “A Gift for Emma,” as well as the year end Recital Showcase.

Tap classes are offered to students ages 4 and up and focus on rhythm, musicality and timing. All classes begin with an energetic warm-up, across the floor exercises and combinations. Intermediate classes (Levels IV and V) further develop skills, focusing on clarity of sounds and increasing speed as well as dynamics, musicality, and history. These classes will perform to age appropriate music in the end of the year Recital Showcase.

Jazz classes explore traditional, Broadway, lyrical, and contemporary styles in a fun, energetic atmosphere to age appropriate music. Classes begin with a warm-up that stresses technique, flexibility, coordination and strength, followed by progressions across the floor, center work and combinations. Intermediate classes (Level IV and V) focus on body placement and proper technique, stretching and development of skills. Great effort is made to ensure that the dancers are costumed appropriately for the style, and age. These classes will perform in the end of the year Recital Showcase.

Twice a week class building on the foundations taught in the younger levels, dancers continue to work on placement, flexibility, vocabulary, and use of correct turn-out. Barre exercises increase in length and tempo and the use of “epaulement” and “port de bras” is emphasized. Centre “facings” are added in the centre, as well as increased level of jumps. Strengthening exercises “en releve” are added in order to prepare for solid pirouettes. Female dancers may be invited to attend the Pre-Pointe class on Fridays. This class will automatically perform in DDC’s annual holiday production, “A Gift for Emma,” as well as the year end Recital Showcase.

Tap classes are offered to students ages 4 and up and focus on rhythm, musicality and timing. All classes begin with an energetic warm-up, across the floor exercises and combinations. Our beginner students (Levels I thru III) explore the fundamental steps of tap dance, learn tap terminology and develop the ability to maintain correct body placement.

Jazz classes explore traditional, Broadway, lyrical, and contemporary styles in a fun, energetic atmosphere to age appropriate music. Classes begin with a warm-up that stresses technique, flexibility, coordination and strength, followed by progressions across the floor, center work and combinations. Beginner students (Levels I thru III) learn fundamental jazz steps and basic vocabulary through across the floor exercises and simple combinations.

Ballet Level III is the first time dancers are required to attend twice a week. This level creates a bridge to assist a student’s transition from the recreational combo classes into a more structured class environment. They are introduced to an increased level of formal training consisting of barre and centre work. The posture, placement and comportment of classical ballet will be emphasized. The practice exercises introduced at this level for alignment, flexibility, and coordination will develop a strong foundation of physical and cognitive understanding necessary for Classical Ballet training. This class will automatically perform in DDC’s annual holiday production, “A Gift for Emma,” as well as the year end Recital Showcase.

Mini Hip Hop is age appropriate, fun, and funky! This class is designed to give beginning hip hoppers basic tools for learning dance combinations; rhythm, coordination, memorization skills & physical fitness are all benefits of this class!

The Jazz part of this combo class is the very beginning level of Jazz at DDC. Young dancers are taught that jazz technique is based on ballet. Basic isolations of the upper body, as well as the turned in style of jazz are taught, along with the grounded and linear style of jazz. Young dancers will enjoy dancing to age appropriate music, learning the fast/sharp/explosive movement that differentiates jazz from ballet. These classes also perform in DDC’s annual holiday production, “A Gift for Emma.”

Tap tempos increase, and combinations start to become a bit more complicated. These dancers will perform both a Ballet and a Tap piece in DDC’s annual Recital Showcase.

Ballet Level II is the first time dancers use the ballet barre. Facing the barre, young dancers are taught the “ballet check-list” in order to introduce correct placement, stretched knees, and a formality to the art form. Dancers start to memorize the combinations instead of imitating the teacher, and perform with more independence.

Combo classes for Pre-School dancers. Read more about Ballet/Tap Combo Ages 5-6.

Combo classes for Pre-School dancers. Read more about Ballet/Tap Combo, Ages 3-5.

The elements of creative movement will be augmented by more coordination and sequence-related exercises; floor formations that teach children to remember their “place” in the room; movement exercises that emphasize straight legs and pointed feet, posture, placement, stretches, and comportment of classical ballet. Basic ballet concepts such as 1st and 2nd positions, plié, and relevé will be introduced. Fun, creative elements such as sing-a-long songs, games, and other imaginative activities will keep the pace of the class lively and engaging. Basics of tap dancing will also be introduced, encouraging coordination building, rhythm, and listening skills. These dancers will perform both a Ballet and a Tap piece in DDC’s annual Recital Showcase. They are also invited to audition in September for DDC’s annual holiday production, “A Gift for Emma.”

DDC’s summer DANCEcamp is designed for ages 3-8, beginners through intermediate, boys and girls. These Four-Day camps are the perfect way to transition to our studio, familiarizing young faces with our instructors, our space, and our love of dance! If you’re already a student at DDC, this is the PERFECT opportunity to try something new,

DDC’s Summer Ballet/Jazz/Contemporary Intensive JUNE 16-19, 2025 from 1-6pm Monday thru Thursday Dancers, ages 9-18, are invited to join us for our exclusive Ballet/Jazz/Contemporary Intensive, June 16-19, 2025. Serious dancers with a minimum of three years ballet training will learn tips and tricks of dancers, take daily ballet, jazz, contemporary, variations classes, and more!