Encore Dance Academy | Class Descriptions

Class Descriptions

Session Classes

*No Recital Routine

Little Movers | Ages 18-24 Months

Welcome to your child's first dance class experience! At this age level, we introduce principles of musicality and overall coordination. Your little one will learn important skills such as sharing, waiting their turn and general socialization. Sharing this positive experience with their peers, students learn teamwork and other group skills. We use song and dance as well as basic ballet to help engage student's attention and imagination. This class is assisted by a parent or guardian. Class length is 30 minutes.

Adult Dance Classes

In class you will be introduced to numerous steps and progressions. Class consists of center work and progressions across the floor. The perfect way to cut loose and have some fun! Great for all levels and ages. Schedule updates will be sent via email, on our website and on our social media sites. Class length is one hour.

First Step Classes

*All Classes listed below will perform in the Recital

Baby Dance | Ages 2.5-3

This program is designed to develop the first important principles of dance: rhythm and coordination. At this age level, we introduce the basics of tap and ballet to develop musicality and overall coordination. Your little one will learn important skills such as sharing, waiting their turn and general socialization. Through this program, children gain a sense of accomplishment. Sharing this positive experience with their peers, students learn teamwork and other group skills. We use song & dance as well as basic ballet & tap to help engage students’ attention and imagination. Class length is 45 minutes.

Pre-School 1 | Ages 3.5-4

This program introduces a more defined class structure: warm up, tap/ballet barre, progressions and combinations. We also explore dance through creative songs and rhythmic games. Students are introduced to the fundamentals of ballet and tap with an introduction to jazz. These classes facilitate the development of musical awareness and motor skills. Class length is one hour.

Pre-School 2 | Ages 4.5-5

This program is a follow up to the Pre-School I Program. We will further introduce students to the art of dance through the addition of skill progression. We discuss the importance of creativity and self-expression through movement and dance. This is a combination class that includes tap, ballet and jazz in a one hour session.

Kinder Combo | Ages 5.5-6.5

Using the combination class format; this program will add to children's knowledge of tap and ballet as well as further their jazz curriculum. Children learn the correct disciplines of the ballet barre, ballet positions, body alignment and center floor work. Students develop a true sense of rhythm and musicality in preparation for the Pre and Classic levels in a one-hour session.


Classic Level Classes

*All Classes listed below will perform in the Recital unless otherwise noted

Primary Combo Ages 7-8

Class will combine principles of tap, jazz and ballet. Class will perform TWO dances in our yearly recital; style to be determined by the teacher. Class length is 1.5 hours. Students interested in acrobatics and hip hop can take separate classes for these styles!

Intermediate Combo Ages 9-11

Class will combine principles of tap, jazz, lyrical and ballet. Class will perform TWO dances in our yearly recital; style to be determined by the teacher. Class length is 2 hours. Students interested in acrobatics and hip hop can take separate classes for these styles!

Jazz | Teen Level Ages 12-18

Jazz class consists of a warm up, across the floor progressions, and center combinations. Students will be versed in understanding musicality, rhythm and style. Class length is one hour.

Tap | Teen Level Ages 12-18

Tap is one of the most rhythmic of all dance styles. Students will be introduced to numerous steps and progressions that will better concentrate their coordination and agility. Class consists of center work and progressions across the floor. Class length is one hour.

Ballet | Teen Level Ages 12-18

Ballet is the foundation from which all dance comes from. Ballet comes highly recommended as it promotes correct body placement, strength and coordination. Each class will consist of barre, center, and grand and petite allegro work (based upon level). Class length is one hour.

Lyrical | Teen Level Ages 12-18

Lyrical is a more expressive form of dance fusing together aspects of jazz and ballet. It focuses on one's emotions. It will help to strengthen grace and control. Class length is one hour.

Hip-Hop | Ages 5-6, 7-8 & 9-12

Hip Hop offers students a more relaxed environment to learn combinations and dance moves. Hip Hop introduces students to the latest dance moves as seen on TV, music videos and in the movies! Class length is one hour.

Acrobatics | Ages 5-8 & 9-12 (No Recital Routine)

Students will focus on learning progressions that include conditioning, strength and flexibility skills needed to master a skill before attempting more challenging tricks. The program provides easy progressions for students to follow by providing step by step instructions for every level. Dancers who train in this program will gain balanced development, strength and flexibility. Class length is one hour.

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