Ballard Academy of Music and Dance

These classes cater to teenagers and adults, offering a range of styles and skill levels suitable for diverse participants.

Geared towards experienced dancers, these advanced classes push technical boundaries, refine artistry, and explore challenging choreography.

These classes are designed for students progressing in their dance journey, building upon fundamental skills and introducing more complex movements.

These beginner classes are tailored for young children, focusing on introducing them to the joy of movement and basic dance concepts.

This 45-minute class is ideal for younger students or those looking for a concise yet effective dance training session.

A standard one-hour dance class focusing on foundational techniques, choreography, and artistic expression for students of all levels.

This extended class duration of one hour and fifteen minutes is designed for in-depth learning and skill development in various dance techniques.

Troupe classes are offered at a monthly rate, providing an opportunity for dedicated dancers to participate in group performances and specialized training.

Please see our this page for details on our STAR Performance Troupe.

For advanced students leveling up from Tap 2, Tap 3 will expand technique and skill. A great class for advanced Tappers!

For students moving up from Tap 1A. Tap 2 is an introduction to intermediate/advanced tap technique focusing on rhythm and musicality. A fun class for experienced dancers! Best when combined with Ballet, Jazz, or Dance Theater.

For students graduating from Ballet 2 or Jazz 2, Ballet 3 -4 will continue to hone their skills in ballet. A focus on strong barre work, balance and coordination, and across the floor exercises will continue in this class. Dancers who attend ballet 3 - 4 are required to attend one other technique class a week for their physical safety. Dancers can choose between Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, or Troupe

Ballet 2 is an hour and fifteen minute long class for students 11 years and older who have had previous ballet experience. This class will cover more advanced steps and combinations, in depth barre work and encourages students to express themselves through ballet. Teacher recommendation may be needed for new students.

For students graduating from Jazz 2 or Ballet 2, Jazz 3 continues honing skills in jazz, with a focus on strength and flexibility. Dancers who attend Jazz 3 are required to attend one other technique class a week for their physical safety. Dancers can choose between Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, or Troupe

A class for students with previous experience, jazz 2 will delve deeper into syncopation of movement to music and body rhythm. Students will learn more complicated combinations and broaden their dance repertoire. Dancers who supplement with another upper-level class like ballet or dance theater will see results faster.

Advanced Hip Hop dancers moving up from Hip Hop 2 will find themselves challenged in this advanced class.

The next level for our students advancing from Hip Hop 1A, expand on technique and push yourself harder!

Advanced level dancers will find this class perfect as they grow and learn more complicated combinations and fundamentals.

Intermediate level dancers moving up from Contemporary 1A will be challenged and expand on technique and expression in this next level class.

This teen specific class is perfect for students ages 12-16 who have never danced, or have taken some time off from dancing in the past, and want a fun, age specific class with their peers. Designed for beginners through intermediate levels, students will learn the Contemporary fundementals, while being supported and challenged.

Please see this page for details on our STAR Performance Troupe

Discover the sparkle and energy of musical theater style dance! This class will focus on jazz fundamentals and stylistic concepts from music theater and Broadway. Perfect compliment to your regular jazz or ballet class, and a fun intro to dance for students who are age 10 and older!

For students graduating Tap 1, Tap 1A will continue focus on tap skills and movements. A focus on more complicated steps and perfection of previous skills in a fun and creative environment. Even better when combined with a ballet, jazz, or dance theater class!

The next step from Ballet 1, students will continue to explore ballet. This class includes more in-depth barre exercises, across the floor work, perfecting technique on learned steps and introduction to more complicated vocabulary and steps. Previous ballet experience is required. Ballet 1A is even better when combined with a jazz or contemporary class.

For students graduating from Hip Hop 1, this class will challenge students with more complicated combinations and routines. For the dedicated student who wants to become stronger and more coordinated, Hip Hop 1A is a great continuation of previous classes and perfect for students over 10.

The next level for this combination class, students will learn more complicated combinations and become stronger dancers through application of fundamentals from previous years. High energy and lots of fun, this class is perfect for students graduating from the 1 level, or new students that have previous dance experience and are over 10.

Expand on technique in this strong, expressive style of dance that focuses on storytelling through movement and emotion. Students will learn dance fundamentals and are encouraged to express themselves through dance. Perfect for students moving up from Contemporary 1 or over age 10.

Discover the sparkle and energy of musical theater style dance! This class will focus on jazz fundamentals and stylistic concepts from music theater and Broadway. Perfect compliment to your regular jazz or ballet class, and a fun intro to dance!

Pure hip hop for your ages 7-10 student! Hip Hoppers will learn warm ups, combinations, and isolations to age-appropriate music. Hip Hop is a fun alternative to classical styles of dance, and is a great addition to your jazz or ballet!

As seen on So You Think You Can Dance and many music videos, this is a strong expressive style of dance that focuses on storytelling through movement and emotion. Students will learn dance fundamentals and are encouraged to express themselves through dance. Contemporary is even better when combined with a ballet or jazz class.

A beginner level combination class is the perfect introduction to the high energy steps and syncopation of jazz, and the rhythm and motion of hip hop. Jazz and Hip Hop are the two most popular forms of dance, and are a great option for students new to dance and is even better combined with a ballet or tap class.

A beginning class for ages 7 and older, this class is a great step for students new to tap or graduates from the 5-6 year old tap/ballet classes. Through fun music and energetic dance steps, this tap class will introduce fundamental tap steps and routines. Even better when combined with a ballet, jazz, or lyrical class.

A beginning class for students aged 7 and older who want to delve into the world of ballet or graduating students from our 5-6 classes. Students will learn ballet fundamentals with barre work, across the floor exercises and connecting steps. Even better when combined with a jazz, tap, or lyrical class.

Bounce along to the beat in this introductory hip hop class! A great option for students looking for something a little different but still want to learn dance and classroom fundamentals! Even better when combined with a ballet or tap class!

A fun, creative, and developmentally appropriate introduction to ballet and tap fundamentals. Students experience movement concepts and work toward building their dance skills in an exploratory and fun environment.

A fun, creative, and developmentally appropriate introduction to dance fundamentals. Students experience movement concepts and work toward building their dance skills in an exploratory and fun environment. Even better when combined with a tap, jazz, or hippity hop class!

This special hour long class packs in three types of dance and movement for one great learning experience! Students will work on balance and flexibility with ballet, coordination and articulation with tap, and safe movement and body awareness with tumbling. A great class for high energy students or students looking for something new!

Bounce along to the beat in this introductory hip hop class! A great option for students looking for something a little different but still want to learn dance and classroom fundamentals! Even better when combined with a ballet or tap class!

A fun, creative, and developmentally appropriate introduction to ballet and tap fundamentals. Students experience movement concepts and work toward building their dance skills in an exploratory and fun environment.

A fun, creative, and developmentally appropriate introduction to ballet fundamentals. Students experience movement concepts and work toward building their dance skills in an exploratory and fun environment. Even better when combined with a tap or hippity hop class!

Great introductory dance class for Toddlers ages 2.5-3.5 and a Caregiver! Learn class setting, musicality, listening skills, and creative movement! This is a great class to try before registering for our pre-dance classes. One caregiver will be allowed to participate in classes through the end of March. Our goal for the end of the year will be to have instilled independence in our younger students so that they can perform as a group without their caregivers!

For advanced students leveling up from Tap 2, Tap 3 will expand technique and skill. A great class for advanced Tappers!

For students moving up from Tap 1A. Tap 2 is an introduction to intermediate/advanced tap technique focusing on rhythm and musicality. A fun class for experienced dancers! Best when combined with Ballet, Jazz, or Dance Theater.

Ballet 2 & 3 is an hour and fifteen minute long class for students graduating from ballet 1A or 2. This class will cover more advanced steps and combinations, in depth barre work and encourages students to express themselves through ballet. Teacher recommendation may be needed for new students.

For students graduating from Jazz 2 or Ballet 2, Jazz 3 continues honing skills in jazz, with a focus on strength and flexibility. Dancers who attend Jazz 3 are required to attend one other technique class a week for their physical safety. Dancers can choose between Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, or Troupe

A special hour and fifteen minute class for students with previous experience, jazz 2 will delve deeper into syncopation of movement to music and body rhythm. Students will learn more complicated combinations and broaden their dance repertoire. Dancers who supplement with another upper-level class like ballet or dance theater will see results faster.

Advanced Hip Hop dancers moving up from Hip Hop 2 will find themselves challenged in this advanced class.

The next level for our students advancing from Hip Hop 1A, expand on technique and push yourself harder!

Advanced level dancers will find this class perfect as they grow and learn more complicated combinations and fundamentals.

Intermediate level dancers moving up from Contemporary 1A will be challenged and expand on technique and expression in this next level class.

This class is designed for teenagers age 12-16 who are new to dance, or have taken a break in their dance journey, and want to explore movement and body expression. Students will learn contemporary dance fundamentals and are encouraged to express themselves through dance.

Love to dance and also get some exercise while having fun? This class is the perfect fit for you! This combination class is the perfect introduction to the high energy steps and syncopation of jazz, and the rhythm and motion of hip hop. Ages 16 and up. Dancers will have the option to perform in our June recital at the end of the year.

For adult students (ages 16 and up). All levels of experience are encouraged to join; it's a great opportunity to strengthen, stretch and relive your ballet glory days! You can register on a month to month basis. Dancers will have the option to perform in our June recital at the end of the year.

Love to tap and need a good exercise routine? Then this class for adults and students over 16 is the right class for you! Dancers will have the option to perform in our June recital at the end of the year.

For students graduating Tap 1, Tap 1A will continue focus on tap skills and movements. A focus on more complicated steps and perfection of previous skills in a fun and creative environment. Even better when combined with a ballet, jazz, or dance theater class!

The next step from Ballet 1, students will continue to explore ballet. This class includes more in-depth barre exercises, across the floor work, perfecting technique on learned steps and introduction to more complicated vocabulary and steps. Previous ballet experience is required. Ballet 1A is even better when combined with a jazz or contemporary class.

For students graduating from Hip Hop 1, this class will challenge students with more complicated combinations and routines. For the dedicated student who wants to become stronger and more coordinated, Hip Hop 1A is a great continuation of previous classes and perfect for students over 10.

The next level for this combination class, students will learn more complicated combinations and become stronger dancers through application of fundamentals from previous years. High energy and lots of fun, this class is perfect for students graduating from the 1 level, or new students that have previous dance experience and are over 10.

Expand on technique in this strong, expressive style of dance that focuses on storytelling through movement and emotion. Students will learn dance fundamentals and are encouraged to express themselves through dance. Perfect for students moving up from Contemporary 1 or over age 10.

Get ready to groove, move, and express yourself in our Jazz & Afro Beats Fusion class! This fun and high-energy class combines the smooth, dynamic moves of jazz with the rhythmic, lively beats of Afro dance, giving young dancers the chance to explore both styles in one exciting session. Black jazz shoes.

Discover the sparkle and energy of musical theater style dance! This class will focus on jazz fundamentals and stylistic concepts from music theater and Broadway. Perfect compliment to your regular jazz or ballet class, and a fun intro to dance!

Pure hip hop for your ages 7-10 student! Hip Hoppers will learn warm ups, combinations, and isolations to age-appropriate music. Hip Hop is a fun alternative to classical styles of dance, and is a great addition to your jazz or ballet!

As seen on So You Think You Can Dance and many music videos, this is a strong expressive style of dance that focuses on storytelling through movement and emotion. Students will learn dance fundamentals and are encouraged to express themselves through dance. Contemporary is even better when combined with a ballet or jazz class.

A beginner level combination class is the perfect introduction to the high energy steps and syncopation of jazz, and the rhythm and motion of hip hop. Jazz and Hip Hop are the two most popular forms of dance, and are a great option for students new to dance and is even better combined with a ballet or tap class.

A beginning class for ages 7 and older, this class is a great step for students new to tap or graduates from the 5-6 year old tap/ballet classes. Through fun music and energetic dance steps, this tap class will introduce fundamental tap steps and routines. Even better when combined with a ballet, jazz, or lyrical class.

A beginning class for students aged 7 and older who want to delve into the world of ballet or graduating students from our 5-6 classes. Students will learn ballet fundamentals with barre work, across the floor exercises and connecting steps. Even better when combined with a jazz, tap, or lyrical class.

A fun, creative, and developmentally appropriate introduction to dance fundamentals. Students experience movement concepts and work toward building their dance skills in an exploratory and fun environment. Even better when combined with a tap/jazz, or hippity hop class!

Great introductory dance class for Toddlers ages 2.5-3.5 and a Caregiver! Learn class setting, musicality, listening skills, and creative movement! This is a great class to try before registering for our pre-dance classes. One caregiver will be allowed to participate in classes through the end of March. Our goal for the end of the year will be to have instilled independence in our younger students so that they can perform as a group without their caregivers!