Little Leapers Roanoke

Our Blacksburg dance studio location is home to many little and growing dancers attending our amazing Little Leapers and LEAP program (18mo-Adults).

Our Blacksburg dance studio location is home to many little and growing dancers attending our amazing Little Leapers and LEAP program (18mo-Adults).

Join our Boys' Ballet Class, a welcoming and energetic environment designed exclusively for young male dancers. In this class, boys will build strength, flexibility, and agility while mastering classical ballet techniques. Our experienced instructors provide personalized guidance, focusing on the unique needs and talents of male dancers.

Ballet 5 and 6/7 is an advanced level that will continue to challenge students in all areas of Ballet. Students are expected to use and learn etiquette in the class room in addition to their Ballet studies. Students in our Ballet 4 program have many opportunities for leadership (class room assistants) and performances at local festivals and events.

Ballet 4 is an intermediate-advanced level that will continue to challenge students in all areas of Ballet. Students are expected to use and learn etiquette in the class room in addition to their Ballet studies. Students in our Ballet 4 program have many opportunities for leadership (class room assistants) and performances at local festivals and events.

In this class, students will learn all of the cheer basics, including pom routines, precision dance, drill downs, kick-line, cheer chants, and TEAMWORK! This class includes: Cheer-chants, Pom Lessons, Kick Line Lessons, Drill downs, Choreography, AND MORE

Lyrical dance combines elements of ballet and jazz to create a soft style that emphasizes the storytelling quality of music. An emphasis is placed on grace and fluidity, musicality, and expressiveness to capture emotion through movement. Lyrical is offered in four levels; class placement is determined by age and skill level and students often repeat levels until they have achieved mastery. Combined levels (ex. Lyrical 1/2) indicate that students approved for lyrical at either level (Lyrical 1 or Lyrical 2) are able to register for this class.

This high energy class introduces students to both Jazz and hip hop styles of dance. Jazz dance can be seen in many Broadway type shows such as "Newsies". It is a more structured, stage style of dance. Hip Hop is a fast, high energy type of dance seen in music videos and commercials.

Check out our Tac on class options like Tap for an additional 15 or 30 minutes without the commitment or taking more classes per week!

Students will learn intermediate terms and technique in a fun and energetic environment. Student will learn ballet etiquette, as well as creative and unique approaches to connecting students to Ballet. Ballet 3 is an intermediate level, however, beginners are welcome and can transition easily into this class through the use of our A and B sublevels. Ballet 3A refers to a class intended for beginner or students who have only received 1 or less semester of ballet 3 training. Ballet 3B refers to students with more experience, or are older and/or have completed 2 or more semester of Ballet 3* Check out our Tac on class options like Tap for an additional 15 or 30 minutes without the commitment or taking more classes per week!

In this class, students will learn all of the cheer basics, including pom routines, precision dance, drill downs, kick-line, cheer chants, and TEAMWORK! This class includes: Cheer-chants, Pom Lessons, Kick Line Lessons, Drill downs, Choreography, AND MORE

Each classes is offered by age and the appropriate level. This high energy class is sure to fill your little one’s urge to sing and dance! Our Musical Theatre classes include: tap, jazz, singing and acting technique. Students will learn basic to advanced technique in a fun and energetic environment using costumes, props, and games. Students will follow along to a treasured age-appropriate Musical as they learn songs and choreography for their in-class production, every 3 weeks.

Lyrical dance combines elements of ballet and jazz to create a soft style that emphasizes the storytelling quality of music. An emphasis is placed on grace and fluidity, musicality, and expressiveness to capture emotion through movement. Lyrical is offered in four levels; class placement is determined by age and skill level and students often repeat levels until they have achieved mastery. Combined levels (ex. Lyrical 1/2) indicate that students approved for lyrical at either level (Lyrical 1 or Lyrical 2) are able to register for this class.

This high energy class introduces students to both Jazz and hip hop styles of dance. Jazz dance can be seen in many Broadway type shows such as "Newsies". It is a more structured, stage style of dance. Hip Hop is a fast, high energy type of dance seen in music videos and commercials.

Ballet 2 is an intermediate level, however, beginners are welcome and can transition easily into this class. Students will learn etiquette in the classroom in addition to their Ballet studies. With the use of the Barre, stretches, center and across the floor work, each class will learn a variation from classical Ballets (i.e.: Swan Lake). Please note Ballet 2A refers to a class intended for beginner or students who have only received 1 or less semester of ballet 2 training. Ballet 2B refers to students with more experience, or are older and/or have completed 2 or more semester of Ballet 2* Check out our Tac on class options like Tap for an additional 15 or 30 minutes without the commitment or taking more classes per week!

This combines lessons in Musical theater style jazz, tap, acting and singing. The end goal: learning how to dance, sing and act at the same time! If your child loves musicals and performing they will LOVE this class!

In this class, students will learn all of the cheer basics, including pom routines, precision dance, drill downs, kick-line, cheer chants, and TEAMWORK! This class includes: Cheer-chants, Pom Lessons, Kick Line Lessons, Drill downs, Choreography, AND MORE

This high energy class introduces students to both Jazz and hip hop styles of dance. Jazz dance can be seen in many Broadway type shows such as "Newsies". It is a more structured, stage style of dance. Hip Hop is a fast, high energy type of dance seen in music videos and commercials.

Check out our Tac on class options like Tap, Lyrical or Jazz/Hip Hop for an additional 15 minutes without the commitment or taking more classes per week!

This class is the perfect mix for new or advancing Ballet students. Students will learn basic to intermediate terms and technique in a fun and energetic environment. Student will learn fun songs and remember dance steps, as well as creative and unique approaches to connecting students to Ballet. At the end of each class students will learn a treasured Ballet Story (i.e.: Swan Lake), dress up in tutus, beautiful costumes and memorize choreography along with their teacher in a ‘story dance’ (a ballet reenactment with use of miming and choreography). At the end of every three weeks story, the students will put on an in-class performance for parents. Please note level 1A refers to a class intended for beginner or students who have only attended one or less semesters of ballet 1 training. Level 1B refers to students with more experience, or are older and/or have completed 2 or more semester of Ballet 1 training. Check out our Tac on class options like Tap, Lyrical or Jazz/Hip Hop for an additional 15 minutes without the commitment or taking more classes per week!

This class is best for a new dancer, or a child who has taken Fairy Tale Ballet, but is ready for their next level. Little Prima Ballerina explores the the secrets of the prima ballerina as a teaching tool for inspiring our little dancers. Much like Fairy Tale Ballet, at the end of each class Little Prima Ballerina students will be read a treasured fairy tale (i.e.: Cinderella), dress up in tutus, beautiful costumes and follow along with their teacher in a ‘story dance’ (a ballet reenactment with use of miming and choreography). Little Prima Ballerina students will begin to incorporate memorization through repetition and consistent choreography. At the end of every three week story, the students will put on an in-class performance for parents. Check out our Tac on class options like Tap, Lyrical or Jazz/Hip Hop for an additional 15 minutes without the commitment or taking more classes per week!

Check out our Tac on class options like Tap and Jazz/Hip Hop for an additional 15 minutes without the commitment or taking more classes per week!

Fairy Tale Ballet is our most popular class! This class is designed for our little dancers who want to express their independence without the assistance of parent or guardian. These little dancers will have fun learning Ballet to popular fairy tales and music through singing and ballet exercise. Props and "Prima Ballerina Secrets" are used to enhance the learning experience. Students will learn basic ballet technique in a fun and energetic environment using costumes, props, and games. At the end of each class students will be read a treasured fairy tale (i.e.: Cinderella), dress up in tutus, beautiful costumes and follow along with their teacher in a ‘story dance’ (a ballet reenactment with use of miming and choreography). Classes for this age group are split by 2.5-3.5 and 3.5-4.5. Check out our Tac on class options like Tap and Jazz/Hip Hop for an additional 15 minutes without the commitment or taking more classes per week!

My Little Shadow is a parent-assisted Ballet class. This class is perfect for a child’s first experience in the classroom. They'll learn fun stretches and learn how to explore their movement through basic ballet steps and basic tumbling. In this class, we use dance to focus on the development of socialization (taking turns, encouraging one another, and making new friends) and gross motor skills (balance, coordination, body awareness, and physical strength). At the end of each class students will be read a treasured fairy tale, dress up in tutus, beautiful costumes and follow along with their teacher in a ‘story dance’ (a ballet re-enactment with use of miming and choreography)

We offer a variety of class options from Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Acro, Musical Theater, and more! Check out our amazing class offerings!