20 months to second grade
The Early Childhood Program is specially designed to provide children between the ages of two and six with a strong foundation in dance and movement. It teaches the young dancer the basic elements of movement and dance: space and how we relate to it, both as an individual and as a member of a group; the basic locomotor movements; music rhythm beat, beat and time; opposites and directions; some elementary positions of ballet, tap, jazz, and acro. Integrated with these physical concepts are the intellectual concepts of self-awareness, creative expression, imagination, teamwork, and basic body/health awareness.
Through participation in these classes, students also learn the basics of classroom manners and behavior, which remain the same throughout their dancing years. These concepts include learning how to take turns, following another dancer or leading the way, waiting patiently, working together with others and having a positive attitude.
Educators now know that training young children in the concepts of movement, sequencing and pattering lays a strong foundation for the later development of reading, mathematics, and other educational skills. Children in our Early Childhood Program work actively in all of these areas.
By the time students are six to seven years of age, they will be placed in a combination class, which replaces creative movement with jazz dance. At the discretion of the director he/she may also be ready to begin studying dance more intensely. For instance, instead of being enrolled in a combination class, the student may be ready to take one-hour increments of each discipline.
(those children 18 months old but not yet 2 by Aug. 1st):
Leotard and tights (any color) with Pink Revolution Split Sole Ballet Shoes.
This 30min class is a great introduction for the tiny dancer to class. Sing-a-longs and creative movement are taught in an energized and fun environment.
(for children turning 2 by Aug. 1st)
Solid Pink OR Black Leotard, NO SKIRTS, Pink, Tan or Black Tights, Pink Revolution Split Sole Ballet Shoes and Black Revolution Buckle Tap Shoes.
This 45min class is a great introduction for the tiny dancer to class. Sing-a-longs and creative movement are taught in an energized and fun environment. Basic tap steps and routines are also learned. Proper classroom behavior and age appropriate classroom discipline is introduced.
(for those children turning 3 by Aug. 1st)(for those children turning 4 by Aug. 1st) (for children entering kindergarten)
Solid Pink OR Black Leotard, NO SKIRTS, Pink, Tan or Black Tights, Pink Revolution Split Sole Ballet Shoes and Black Revolution Buckle Tap Shoes.
These one hour classes are designed with age appropriate music and movement in mind. Three, four, five and six year olds are growing and developing so quickly, therefore, we don’t group these ages together. Emphasis is placed on proper classroom behavior and attitude. Pre-ballet and tap are explored with fun, energetic songs. Proper ballet and tap terminology will be learned. Basic tumbling skills will also be learned in each class.
(for first graders through sixth graders - check the schedule for division of ages)
Solid Pink OR Black Leotard, NO SKIRTS, Pink, Tan or Black Tights, Pink Revolution Split Sole Ballet Shoes and Black Revolution Buckle Tap Shoes and Tan Revolution Jazz Shoes.
This 1 ½ hour class is filled with Fun, Technique, and TeamworK. BALLET is the foundation for all dance forms and characterized by grace and precision of movement and elaborate formal technique. Strict emphasis on proper terminology. TAP presents various rhythms made by movements of the feet and evelops timing, rhythm, and coordination. CLASSICAL JAZZ is stylized theatrical dancing based on many other forms of dance and influenced by American Jazz music.
POM TECHNIQUE CLASS - Trying out for Pom or Drill Team? This class is for YOU! Get ready for tryouts!
Dance is a discipline. Having a dress code promotes unity and professionalism in the studio. All students are given the same choices, therefore, allowing minimal “competition” in the classroom.
For your convenience… Academy of Dance carries the required dancewear, tights and footwear. The dress code is very specific. Please check our store for required dancewear before purchasing other brands and styles.
• Dance attires must be solid, may not have rhinestones, bows, or anything distracting attached
• Ballet Shoes must be Revolution brand, no drawstrings
• Hair must be pulled away from the face and off the shoulders in every class
• Minimal jewelry is allowed, no dangle earrings, necklaces, etc
• Appropriate shoes and dance attire must be worn to all practices
• Street clothes are not allowed to be worn in practice
The dress code will be strictly enforced
