Dynamic Movements School of Performing Arts Dance Studio & Dance Classes

Our Performance Teams for dancers ages 5-18. These dancers are given the opportunity to perform in various community shows and professional performances. These students compete in local dance competitions as well as train in workshops and intensives. These dancers attend classes 1-3 days weekly and are not required to attend on Saturdays. There is no audition required to be a part of our Performance Team experience!! This program is designed for students who would like to compete at a less demanding schedule than our dance teams.

The Dynamic Dance Teams are comprised of star students who perform in various community shows and professional performances. These students compete in local and national dance competitions as well as train in workshops and intensives. We offer five levels of team. With this exciting opportunity, these students attend classes 2-4 days a week as well as Saturday rehearsals for a discounted tuition rate. All students must attend an audition prior to the summer before the season begins.

Female students should wear a black leotard, pink tights, and hair pulled back out of the face. (Convertible pink tights should be purchased from the studio if the class includes a Tumble lesson). Male students should wear black jazz pants or black sweat pants and a fitted top.

Female students should wear a leotard (may be colored), tights (may be tan, black, or pink), hair should be pulled back out of the face , jazz pants, sports shorts, wrap skirt, or other dance wear. Male students should wear black sweat pants or sports shorts and a fitted top.

Female students should wear a leotard (may be colored), footless tights (may be tan, black, or pink), and if desired sports or dance shorts. Hair should be pulled back out of the face . Male students should wear black sweat pants or sports shorts and a fitted top.

Female students should wear a black leotard, pink tights, and hair in a bun or pulled back out of the face. Male students should wear black jazz pants or black sweat pants and a fitted top.

Offering fun classes in all subjects and styles of dance! Evening and day classes offered for all ages. All students must register and sign a waiver before entering into any class. At time of registration, students are asked to pay the registration fee, and the first month’s tuition.

A contemporary form of dance sharing some ballet technique, yet focusing on off center work, floor work, self-expression, and a deliberate use of gravity. Modern emphasizes the parallel positions of the legs. These classes are for our beginner and intermediate level students.

An urban form of dance that evolved into a structured class. Movement is low to the ground and influenced by today’s youth culture. Hip Hop includes techniques of basic movement and combinations. These classes are designed for a student who enjoys Hip Hop dance and takes less than 3 hours weekly. No dance experience required. These classes are for our beginner and intermediate level students.

A percussive form of dance based upon the use of metal plates on leather shoes. Steps include syncopation and rhythms and can be technical or improvised. These classes are for our beginner and intermediate level students.

A classical form of technical dance characterized by proper ballet steps and poses. Steps are based on turned out positions of the legs. These classes are for our beginner and intermediate level students.

Floor tumble technique for dance and cheer. Students learn Acro tricks such as cartwheel, basic rolls, roundoff, front and back walkover, front and back handspring, back tuck and much more. The class also focuses on flexibility and core strength.

For experienced dancers. These classes are designed for students beginning and continuing a dedicated path in dance. Dance experience required. Level placement will be determined by audition.

For experienced dancers. These classes are designed for students beginning and continuing a dedicated path in dance. Dance experience required. Level placement will be determined by audition.

For experienced dancers. These classes are designed for students beginning and continuing a dedicated path in dance. Dance experience required. Level placement will be determined by audition.

For experienced dancers. These classes are designed for students beginning and continuing a dedicated path in dance. Dance experience required. Level placement will be determined by audition.

For experienced dancers in Ballet/Pointe. These classes are by teacher recommendation only and levels will be assigned by our Ballet staff.

For experienced dancers in Ballet interested in progressing to Pointe. These classes are by teacher recommendation only.

For experienced dancers. These classes are designed for students beginning and continuing a dedicated path in dance. Students should take more than 3 hours of dance weekly. Dance experience required. Level placement will be determined by audition.

Floor tumble technique for dance and cheer. Students learn Acro tricks such as cartwheel, basic rolls, roundoff, front and back walkover, front and back handspring, back tuck and much more. The class also focuses on flexibility and core strength. These classes are for our beginner and intermediate level students.

A form of dance based on technique, using isolations, rhythms, and contrasting movements. Steps are based on mostly parallel positions of the legs. Includes styles such as Latin, contemporary, funk, Broadway and pop. These classes are for our beginner and intermediate level students.

Floor tumble technique for dance and cheer. Students learn Acro tricks such as cartwheel, basic rolls, roundoff, front and back walkover, front and back handspring, back tuck and much more. The class also focuses on flexibility and core strength.

A contemporary form of dance sharing some ballet technique, yet focusing on off center work, floor work, self-expression, and a deliberate use of gravity. Modern emphasizes the parallel positions of the legs.

An urban form of dance that evolved into a structured class. Movement is low to the ground and influenced by today’s youth culture. Hip Hop includes techniques of basic movement and combinations. These classes are designed for a student who enjoys Hip Hop dance and takes less than 3 hours weekly. No dance experience required.

For students ages 7-9. These classes are for our beginner dancers. These classes will explore Tap and Hip Hop technique with more detail as well as introduce beginner students to basic technique and continue our dance education. Dancers will learn proper Tap and Hip Hop terminology. Every class will include stretching, rhythm, coordination and listening skills.

For students ages 7-9. These classes are for our beginner dancers. These classes will explore Jazz and Ballet technique with more detail as well as introduce beginner students to basic technique and continue our dance education. Dancers will learn proper Ballet and Jazz terminology. Every class will include stretching, rhythm, coordination and listening skills.

For students ages 5-6. These classes are for our beginner dancers. These classes will explore Tap and Hip Hop technique with more detail as well as introduce beginner students to basic technique and continue our dance education.. Dancers will learn proper Tap and Hip Hop terminology. Every class will include stretching, rhythm, coordination and listening skills.

For students ages 5-6. These classes are for our beginner dancers. These classes will explore Ballet and Contemporary technique with more detail as well as introduce beginner students to basic technique and continue our dance education. Dancers will learn proper terminology. Every class will include stretching, rhythm, coordination and listening skills as well as learning off center work, floor work, self-expression, and a deliberate use of gravity.

For students ages 5-6. These classes are for our beginner dancers. These classes will explore Jazz and Ballet technique with more detail as well as introduce beginner students to basic technique and continue our dance education. Dancers will learn proper Ballet and Jazz terminology. Every class will include stretching, rhythm, coordination and listening skills.

For students ages 5 with dance experience and new students ages 6. This class will explore tap and ballet technique with more detail as well as introduce students to basic Tumble movement. Dancers will learn proper ballet, tap, and tumble terminology. Every class will include stretching, rhythm, coordination and listening skills.

For students ages 4 with dance experience and new students ages 5. This class will explore basic ballet, tap and tumble technique in more depth. Emphasis will be placed on a more extensive vocabulary and the importance of class etiquette. Every class will include stretching, rhythm, coordination and listening skills. Students will work on basic tumbling skills including forward/backward rolls, bridges, handstands, balance, back walk overs, cartwheel, flexibility and strength.

For students ages 4 with dance experience and new students ages 5. This class will explore basic ballet, jazz and tap technique in more depth. Emphasis will be placed on a more extensive vocabulary and the importance of class etiquette. Every class will include stretching, rhythm, coordination and listening skills.

An urban form of dance that evolved into a structured class. Movement is low to the ground and influenced by today’s youth culture. Hip Hop includes techniques of basic movement and combinations. These classes are designed for a student who enjoys Hip Hop dance and takes less than 3 hours weekly. No dance experience required.

For first year students ages 3-4. This class will explore basic ballet, tap and tumble technique. Every class will include stretching, class etiquette, proper ballet/tap vocabulary, rhythm, coordination and listening skills. Students will work on basic tumbling skills including forward rolls, bridges, handstands, balance, flexibility and strength.

For first year students ages 3-4. This class will explore basic ballet, jazz and tap technique. Every class will include stretching, class etiquette, proper ballet/jazz/tap vocabulary, rhythm, coordination and listening skills. Classes are designed to inspire self-confidence, independence and creativity.

Boys and Girls ages 2-3 are invited to participate in this 45 minute class. Through movement and music, dancers will develop coordination, musicality and listening skills. Parents may enter class with the student but are encouraged to leave the classroom once the student is comfortable.

Boys and Girls ages 18mos-2yrs are invited to participate in this 30 minute class. Through movement and music, dancers will develop coordination, musicality and listening skills. Parents may enter class with the student but are encouraged to leave the classroom once the student is comfortable.

Dance Classes for Teens / Adults including Ballet, Pointe, Hip Hop, Tap, Jazz, Tumbling, Contemporary, and Modern. These classes cater to a wide range of styles and skill levels for older students and adults seeking to enhance their dance abilities.

Dance Programs for Children offered as Afternoon and Evening combo classes for pre-school age children including Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and Tumbling. These programs aim to introduce young children to foundational dance techniques in a fun and engaging environment.

Dance Classes for Children including Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tumbling, Creative Movements, and all Boys Classes offered by Dynamic Movements in Suffolk Virginia. These classes are designed for children to explore various dance styles and develop their skills.

Casual dance or workout wear. Dance shoes are preferred but are not necessary. Socks can be worn as a substitution. No flip flops or street shoes please.