Parent and Child for 2's
Children and their parents/caregivers share the joys of dance
and music through singing and movement while learning group
and individual participation. Uniform: pink leotard, pink tights,
pink ballet slippers. Tutus or skirts are not permitted in class.
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Pre-Dance
Our eyes are on the feet and self-confidence of these early
dancers, who are gaining awareness of their bodies and spatial
relationship to others every day. Pre-Dance teaches basic steps,
working in a group, and the joy of self-expression to music.
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Pre-Ballet
With a program derived from ABT’s National Training
Curriculum and traditional styles like Balanchine’s, Pre-Ballet
sets the stage for later ballet training. This class gives a solid
introduction to positions, port de bras, music, rhythm, and
much more.
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Basic Ballet/ Ballet I & II
Longer movement strings, refined technique and movement
quality, artistic expression, and athleticism all lead to mind-body
flexibility and ready girls for point shoes and boys for jumping,
turning, and lifting. Program incorporates the ABT curriculum
and techniques from the Balanchine, Vaganova, and Cecchetti
schools; adaptive to other professional schools. Opportunity to
perform in BYA’s holiday Nutcracker.
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Sports Dance
Eric Ragan’s signature mix of natural movement motifs
(bending, extending, rising, jumping, turning, darting) and
games to expose students to dance fundamentals and honing
strength, balance, and coordination. Ideal for boys and girls who
have a creative edge to their athleticism.
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Imagine Dance
A new story-based class created by Miss Heather for 4 to 6
year olds. Children will be read a story and the theme will be used to explore
movement and story telling through dance. |
Hip Hop
Many kids are eager to learn hip-hop movements, making it a
“back door” entrance for jazz technique and ballet terminology.
In Jazz & Hip Hop, timeless movement is brought to the
forefront through the current popular dance styles. |
Tap & Jazz
A perfect combination of rhythm, body control, and musicality.
Tap & Jazz brings in basic tap footwork, jazz technique, and
ballet terminology, enabling students to reference and cross into
other dance forms. Tap shoes required |
Jazz and Musical Theater Dance
Master Class TBA will emphasize musical theater technique. The
students will have opportunities throughout the year to do
master classes with renowned Broadway performer Heather
MacFaden principle performer and dance Captain for Phantom
of the Opera.
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