Pointe Break Performing Arts Company

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15483 Lee Highway

Bristol, Virginia 24202

Opening Hours
  • Monday: 4:00 - 9:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 4:00 - 9:00 PM
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: 4:00 - 9:00 PM
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed
35 programs

About Pointe Break Performing Arts Company

Pointe Break Performing Arts Company, located in Bristol, Virginia, is a vibrant hub for artistic development and comprehensive dance education for aspiring artists of all ages. Under the guidance of Co-Owners/Directors Bridget Cummings and Mariah Steffey, the studio offers a diverse curriculum designed to nurture talent across various dance forms. Students can immerse themselves in the technical beauty of Ballet, including specialized pointe work instruction, the dynamic storytelling of Contemporary, and the emotional depth of Lyrical dance. For those seeking high-energy and expressive styles, Hip Hop and Jazz classes provide an exciting outlet, while Musical Theater invites students to explore the synergy of song, speech, and dance. The studio also features specialized Acrobatic dance classes, blending athleticism with artistic flair, alongside Tap, Modern, and Ballroom. Instructors like Nakeesha Latham, Laura Casaday, Olivia Davis, and Khloe Woods bring a wealth of experience, with many having trained extensively and competed both individually and as part of renowned dance companies. Bridget Cummings, a seasoned educator with over a decade of teaching experience, and Mariah Steffey, who has trained in classical ballet and various contemporary forms, lead a team dedicated to nurturing student potential and confidence. Pointe Break PAC fosters a supportive environment, evident in their mention of competitive teams and award-winning duos, committed to providing quality instruction from foundational techniques to advanced performance opportunities.

Programs from Pointe Break Performing Arts Company

35 programs available

Classes

Tumbling

Tumbling is a form of gymnastics performed without props or equipment. Also referred to as floor gymnastics, common moves performed in tumbling include flips, somersaults, tucks, handstands and handsprings. Tumbling Toddlers is designed specifically for our youngest dancers to help get your little one moving around, teach them to listen to instructions and pay attention, build coordination, and have fun exploring their passion for dance. This class prepares students to move into our more advanced acro and cheer courses.

Cheerdance

Cheerdance, sometimes referred to as cheerleading, is a team physical activity using organized routines for the purpose of motivating a sports team, entertaining an audience, or competition. Cheerdance performances usually take a few minutes and is always done by multiple performers. Performances usually involve dances, tumbles, jumps, cheers, and stunts. Over the years, cheerdancing has evolved into a contest on its own, with cheerdance competitions held in conjunction with team-based games, such as basketball or football.

Yoga

In yoga, postures are practiced to align, strengthen and promote flexibility in the body. Breathing techniques and meditation are also integrated. You can expect an emphasis on simplicity, repetition, and ease of movement. Full-body relaxation and balance are the goals.

Musical Theatre

Musical theatre is a form of theatrical performance that combines singing, spoken dialogue, music and dance. Dance routines are set to music in the style of Broadway shows and contemporary musical movies. A focus is on large groups with coordinated choreography and intricate steps.

Jazz Funk

Jazz Funk is a style of dance that combines elements of hip-hop, jazz, and lyrical dance. Although it borrows from hip-hop, it is not considered a style of hip-hop because the foundational movements are jazz. Dances are usually choreographed to syncopated rhythms and a heavy, repetitive bass lines such as those found in jazz, blues, and soul.

Jazz

Jazz is an exciting and ever evolving dance form full of rhythm, syncopation, passion and life. Steeped in the rhythm of jazz music, a true American art form, jazz dance brings energy and life to all those who dance it. Classes explore body isolations of the head, shoulders, ribcage, feet and arms and encourage individual expression and the development of personal style. Jazz can be powerful and percussive or expressive and lyrical. Ever evolving, jazz dance is taught with the music of today together with the classical jazz of yesterday. Classes teach basic jazz dance technique, terminology and movement quality with an emphasis on proper execution of jazz isolations, rhythms and style performed to contemporary music.

Hip Hop

Hip Hop is a high-energy class that uses the latest sounds in rap, R&B and pop music together with movements influenced by some of today’s hottest video 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. Hip hop is urban, it’s street, it’s diverse and forever changing.

Lyrical

Lyrical dance is a style of dance created from the fusion of ballet with jazz and contemporary dance techniques and is a "cousin" to those styles. Lyrical dancing is performed to music with lyrics to inspire movements to express strong emotions the choreographer feels from the lyrics in the chosen song. Because lyrical dancing focuses on the expression of strong emotion, the style concentrates more on individual approach and expressiveness than the precision of the dancer's movements. The emergent lyrical style has a relatively recent history and a genesis based on the coming together of ballet with rock/folk/pop/alternative music and a variety of jazz dance styles and modern dance.

Creative Movement

Creative Movement is a joyful way for children to explore movement through music, develop physical skills, channel energy, stimulate imagination and promote creativity. Through movement, children learn about their bodies, the space around them, and each other.

Contemporary Dance

Contemporary dance is a style of expressive dance that combines elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, lyrical and classical ballet. Contemporary dancers strive to connect the mind and the body through fluid dance movements.

Clogging

American Clogging is associated with the predecessor to bluegrass—"old-time" music, which is based on Irish and Scots-Irish fiddle tunes. Clogging developed from aspects of English, Irish, German, and Cherokee step dances, as well as African rhythms and movement. It was from clogging that tap dance eventually evolved. Now, many clogging teams compete against other teams for prizes such as money and trophies. team clogging originated from square dance teams in Asheville, North Carolina's Mountain Dance and Folk Festival (1928).

Ballet

Ballet is the classical dance form that can be mastered by itself or used as a technical base or supplement to other dance forms. Beauty, flow and elegance are inherent in the elements of ballet.Classes focus on overall body alignment and awareness with emphasis on proper usage of feet and legs and execution of turnout. Carriage and usage of upper torso and arms are also stressed. Traditional barre work, center work and combinations are included in all classes.

Acro Dance

Acro dance is a style of dance that combines classical dance technique with precision acrobatic elements. It is defined by its athletic character, unique choreography that blends dance and acrobatics, and use of acrobatics in a dance context. Acro is an especially challenging dance style for dancers as it requires them to be trained in both dance and acrobatic skills.

Dolls En Pointe Ballet/Pointe

Monday 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm
Nitrous Clogging

Monday 5:15 pm - 6:10 pm
Tumbling Toddlers

Monday 8:00 pm - 8:45 pm
Mirage Jazz/Lyrical Combo

Thursday 4:15 pm - 5:00 pm
Petite Dolls Ballet

Thursday 4:15 pm - 5:00 pm
High Intensity Clogging

Thursday 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm
Hurricane Acro Tumble

Thursday 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm
Technique & Conditioning

Thursday 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm
Creative Movement

Thursday 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm
Beginner Clogging

Thursday 6:30 pm - 7:15 pm
Hurricane Acro Dance

Thursday 6:30 pm - 7:15 pm
Hysteria HipHop

Thursday 7:15 pm - 8:00 pm
Extra Acro

Thursday 7:15 pm - 7:45 pm
Spirit Cheer/Dance

Thursday 7:45 pm - 8:30 pm
Electric Jazz/Illusion Lyrical

Tuesday 4:15 pm - 5:00 pm
Contemporary I

Tuesday 4:15 pm - 5:00 pm
Demi Dolls Ballet

Tuesday 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm
Tsunami Acro

Tuesday 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm
Turntable Hip Hop

Tuesday 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm
Contemporary II

Tuesday 6:45 pm - 7:45 pm
Boom Hip Hop

Tuesday 6:45 pm - 7:30 pm
Musical Theatre

Tuesday 7:45 am - 8:30 am

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact Pointe Break Performing Arts Company?

Call Pointe Break Performing Arts Company at (276) 644-3280 or visit https://dancepbpac.com/.

What are Pointe Break Performing Arts Company's hours?

Pointe Break Performing Arts Company is open Monday: 4:00 - 9:00 PM, Tuesday: 4:00 - 9:00 PM, Thursday: 4:00 - 9:00 PM.

What days is Pointe Break Performing Arts Company open?

Pointe Break Performing Arts Company is open on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.

Does Pointe Break Performing Arts Company have a website?

Yes, you can find Pointe Break Performing Arts Company online at https://dancepbpac.com/.

What is Pointe Break Performing Arts Company's phone number?

Reach Pointe Break Performing Arts Company directly at (276) 644-3280.