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Want to try a different style of Dance? A few times per year we offer the opportunity to try a different style of dance within your age group! Ask us for ways to take advantage of this!

Hicksville Dance Classes 2024-2025

Name
Days
Location
Musical Theatre Dance Techniques
The triple threat! A mix of singing, dancing and acting. These classes focus on the all-around Broadway style performance. Students will learn several different techniques to master memorizing scripts, voice projection, and movement with an emphasis on stage presence. We will hold a musical theatre production each winter to accompany this class. It is not mandatory but it is a great experience.

Ages 5 - 18
Monday
3:30 PM to 4:15 PM
THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Musical Theatre Production
The triple threat! A mix of singing, dancing and acting. These classes focus on the all-around Broadway style performance. Students will learn several different techniques to master memorizing scripts, voice projection, and movement with an emphasis on stage presence. We will hold a musical theatre production each winter to accompany this class. It is not mandatory but it is a great experience.

Ages 5 - 18
Monday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Tumbling/ Acro/hip hop (Beg/Int) 7-12yrs
A style of dance that combines hip hop dance with acrobatic gymnastic technique. Students will learn flexibility, and basic tumbling. The class will be working gross motor skills and entry level skills such as forward roll, backward toll, handstand, cartwheel, round-off, bridge, backbend, backbend kick-over, back walkover.


Ages 7 - 13
Tuesday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
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*Tumble & Shake (ages 5-9)
An age specific 50 minute to one hour class containing acrobatics and tumbling and hip hop. The purpose of this class is to introduce young dancers to the styles of hip hop as well as basic tumbling on an acro mat. Dancers will also learn basic steps and terminologies as well as musicality and rhythm.

Ages 5 - 9
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:20 PM
D
THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Dance With Me Funky Tutus (ages 1.5-3) tap/hh/tumble;
An age appropriate 45 minute to one hour class containing Tap and Hip Hop. The purpose of this class is to introduce dancers to basic foundations of Tap dance as well as the fundamentals of Hip Hop dance techniques. Dancers will use both styles to understand basic rhythms and beats.


Ages 1.5 - 3
Thursday
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
D
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Funky Tutus (ages 3.5-5 tap/hh/tumble);
An age appropriate 45 minute to one hour class containing Tap and Hip Hop. The purpose of this class is to introduce dancers to basic foundations of Tap dance as well as the fundamentals of Hip Hop dance techniques. Dancers will use both styles to understand basic rhythms and beats.


Ages 3.5 - 7
Thursday
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
D
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Acro/Hip Hop age 11 and up
In this class, students will learn the fundamentals of hip-hop movement. It is an upbeat and high-energy class! Stretching, isolations, rhythms, musicality, upper body strength and funky footwork will all be incorporated. Students will learn to memorize choreography by working on a combination each class. This class is often paired with a half hour acrobatic class. The class will be working gross motor skills and entry level skills such as forward roll,
backward toll, handstand, cartwheel, round-off, bridge, backbend, backbend kick-over, back walkover.

Ages 9 - 18
Thursday
6:30 PM to 7:20 PM
THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Ballet/Tap ages 7-13
This is a Tap and Ballet class. The ballet portion of this class explores the elements of dance and prepares the student for the attention to detail required to study a formal ballet training.
Tap is a rhythmic exercise and dance form which is enjoyable to both kids and adults. This class emphasizes rhythm and counts to make the sounds of tap.



Ages 6 - 13
Friday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
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THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Acro/Hip Hop 7-13 yrs;
In this class, students will learn the fundamentals of hip-hop movement. It is an upbeat and high-energy class! Stretching, isolations, rhythms, musicality, upper body strength and funky footwork will all be incorporated. Students will learn to memorize choreography by working on a combination each class. This class is often paired with a half hour acrobatic class. The class will be working gross motor skills and entry level skills such as forward roll,
backward toll, handstand, cartwheel, round-off, bridge, backbend, backbend kick-over, back walkover.

Ages 7 - 14
Friday
6:00 PM to 6:50 PM
D
THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Lil Stars Ballet/Tap Class 3.5-5 yrs;
An age specific 45 minute to one hour class containing ballet tap and creative movement. The purpose of this class is to introduce young dancers to the three styles of dance (ballet, tap, and Jazz) and inspire movement and creativity within a positive environment. Dancers will also learn basic steps and terminologies in all three styles. The use of props add extra fun to this class!


Ages 3 - 5
Saturday
9:30 AM to 10:10 AM
B
THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Lil Stars Tap/Ballet 2-3 yrs
A 40 minute introductory class containing ballet, tap and creative movement. Young dancers will learn the basic steps while learning how to follow direction and imitate movement in a positive environment. Engaging music is used to get these little guys inspired to dance. The use of props such as Twinkle Bears, dance scarves, etc…enables the young dancers to use their imagination, creativity and most of all have fun!

Ages 1.5 - 3
Saturday
9:30 AM to 10:10 AM
THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Ballet / Tap Class 4-7yrs;
An age specific class containing ballet tap and jazz/creative movement. The purpose of this class is to introduce young dancers to the three styles of dance (ballet, tap, and Jazz) and inspire movement and creativity within a positive environment. Dancers will also learn basic steps and terminologies in all three styles. The use of props adds extra fun to the class!


Ages 4.5 - 7
Saturday
10:15 AM to 11:00 AM
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Dance With Me Funky Tutus (tap/hh/acro) 1.5-3 yrs;
An age appropriate 50 minute to one hour class containing Tap and Hip Hop. This class is the next level and age group of our younger version called Funky Tutus. The purpose of this class is to introduce dancers to basic foundations of Tap dance as well as the fundamentals of Hip Hop dance techniques, and take both styles to the next level. Dancers will use both styles to understand basic rhythms and beats.

Ages 1.5 - 3.5
Saturday
10:15 AM to 11:00 AM
A
THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Funky Tutus Ages 3-5
An age appropriate 45 minute to one hour class containing Tap and Hip Hop. The purpose of this class is to introduce dancers to basic foundations of Tap dance as well as the fundamentals of Hip Hop dance techniques. Dancers will use both styles to understand basic rhythms and beats.

Ages 3 - 5
Saturday
11:00 AM to 11:45 PM
B
THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Tumble & Shake 4-7yrs;
An age specific 45 minute to one hour class containing acrobatics and tumbling and hip hop. The purpose of this class is to introduce young dancers to the styles of hip hop as well as basic tumbling on an acro mat. Dancers will also learn basic steps and terminologies as well as musicality and rhythm.

Ages 4 - 7
Saturday
11:00 AM to 11:45 PM
A
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Lyrical/Ballet (ages 9 and up);
Lyrical is a fusion of ballet with jazz and contemporary dance techniques. Lyrical dancing is performed to music with lyrics to inspire movements to express strong emotions.

Ages 9 - 17
Saturday
12:00 PM to 12:50 PM
THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville

Merrick Dance Classes 2024-2025

Name
Days
Location
Little Stars Ballet/ Tap (3-5 yrs)
An age specific class containing ballet, tap and creative movement. The purpose of this class is to introduce young dancers to the two styles of dance (ballet and tap) inspire movement and creativity within a positive environment. Dancers will also learn basic steps and terminologies in all three styles. Props are used in class to emphasize learning and technique.
Ages 3 - 5
Tuesday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
The Dance Place Merrick
Little Stars age 3-5y/o;
An age specific class containing ballet, tap and jazz/creative movement. The purpose of this class is to introduce young dancers to the three styles of dance (ballet, tap, and Jazz) and inspire movement and creativity within a positive environment. Dancers will also learn basic steps and terminologies in all three styles.
Ages 3 - 5
Wednesday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
The Dance Place Merrick
Little Stars (Ballet/Tap/hip hop) (4-6yo);
This class is full
Ages 4 - 5
Thursday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
The Dance Place Merrick
Little Stars slow separation ballet/tap (ages 3-5)
This is a slow separation class for students and one parent who need a little more time being comfortable taking a class on their own. An age specific class containing ballet, tap and creative movement. The purpose of this class is to introduce young dancers to the two styles of dance (ballet and tap) inspire movement and creativity within a positive environment. Dancers will also learn basic steps and terminologies in all three styles. Props are used in class to emphasize learning and technique.
Ages 2 - 3
Saturday
9:15 AM to 9:55 AM
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The Dance Place Merrick
Little Stars Ballet/Tap (ages 2-3);
An age specific class containing ballet, tap and creative movement. The purpose of this class is to introduce young dancers to the two styles of dance (ballet and tap) inspire movement and creativity within a positive environment. Dancers will also learn basic steps and terminologies in all three styles. Props are used in class to emphasize learning and technique.
Ages 2 - 3
Saturday
9:20 AM to 10:00 AM
B
The Dance Place Merrick
Little stars ballet/tap (ages 3-4)
An introductory class containing ballet, tap and creative movement. Young dancers will learn the basic steps while learning how to follow direction and imitate movement in a positive environment. Engaging music and props are used to get these little guys inspired to dance.

Ages 3 - 5
Saturday
9:30 AM to 10:10 AM
A
The Dance Place Merrick
Tumble & Shake (Acro/Hip Hop) 3-5;
An age specific 50 minute to one hour class containing acrobatics and
tumbling and hip hop. The purpose of this class is to introduce young
dancers to the styles of hip hop as well as basic tumbling on an acro mat.
Dancers will also learn basic steps and terminologies as well as musicality
and rhythm.

Ages 3.5 - 5
Saturday
10:10 AM to 10:55 AM
The Dance Place Merrick
Tumble & Shake (Acro/Hip Hop) 6-10;
An age specific class containing acrobatics and
tumbling and hip hop. The purpose of this class is to introduce young
dancers to the styles of hip hop as well as basic tumbling on an acro mat.
Dancers will also learn basic steps and terminologies as well as musicality
and rhythm.

Ages 6 - 10
Saturday
10:10 AM to 10:55 AM
The Dance Place Merrick
Little Stars ballet tap 3-5yr
An age specific class containing ballet, tap and creative movement. The purpose of this class is to introduce young dancers to the two styles of dance (ballet and tap) inspire movement and creativity within a positive environment. Dancers will also learn basic steps and terminologies in all three styles. Props are used in class to emphasize learning and technique.
Ages 3 - 5
Saturday
10:15 AM to 11:00 AM
The Dance Place Merrick
Ballet/Lyrical 7-11 yo
Lyrical is a fusion of ballet with jazz and contemporary dance techniques. Lyrical dancing is performed to music with lyrics to inspire movements to express strong emotions.
Ages 7 - 11
Saturday
10:55 AM to 11:45 AM
The Dance Place Merrick

Bellmore Dance Classes 2024-2025

Name
Days
Location
Dance with me Little Stars 2-4yr
An age specific class containing ballet, tap and creative movement. The purpose of this class is to introduce young dancers to the two styles of dance (ballet and tap) inspire movement and creativity within a positive environment. Dancers will also learn basic steps and terminologies in all three styles. Props are used in class to emphasize learning and technique.


Ages 2 - 4
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:20 PM
A upstairs
The Dance Place Bellmore
Tumble & Shake (5-8 y/o) acro/hh;
An age specific 45 minute to one hour class containing acrobatics and tumbling and hip hop. The purpose of this class is to introduce young dancers to the styles of hip hop as well as basic tumbling on an acro mat. Dancers will also learn basic steps and terminologies as well as musicality and rhythm.

Ages 4.5 - 8
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:20 PM
SBA storefront
The Dance Place Bellmore
Tumble & Twirl (acro/ballet) ages 5-9yrs;
An age specific 50 minute class containing acrobatics, tumbling and ballet basics. The purpose of this class is to introduce young dancers to the fundamentals of ballet as well as basic tumbling on an acro mat. Dancers will also learn basic steps and terminologies as well as musicality and rhythm.

Ages 5 - 9
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:20 PM
C DOWNSTAIRS
The Dance Place Bellmore
Funky Divas tap/hip hop 6-10 yrs;
An age appropriate 50 minute to one hour class containing Tap and Hip Hop. This class is the next level and age group of our younger version called Funky Tutus. The purpose of this class is to introduce dancers to basic foundations of Tap dance as well as the fundamentals of Hip Hop dance techniques, and take both styles to the next level. Dancers will use both styles to understand basic rhythms and beats.

Ages 6 - 10
Tuesday
6:20 PM to 7:10 PM
C DOWNSTAIRS
The Dance Place Bellmore
Acro/Hip Hop 7-12yrs;
This class is full
In this class, students will learn the fundamentals of hip-hop movement. It is an upbeat and high-energy class! Stretching, isolations, rhythms, musicality, upper body strength and funky footwork will all be incorporated. Students will learn to memorize choreography by working on a combination each class. This class is often paired with a half hour acrobatic class. The class will be working gross motor skills and entry level skills such as forward roll,
backward toll, handstand, cartwheel, round-off, bridge, backbend, backbend kick-over, back walkover.



Ages 7 - 12
Tuesday
6:50 PM to 7:40 PM
SBA storefront
The Dance Place Bellmore
Hip Hop/Acro 7-13 yrs;
In this class, students will learn the fundamentals of hip-hop movement. It is an upbeat and high-energy class! Stretching, isolations, rhythms, musicality, upper body strength and funky footwork will all be incorporated. Students will learn to memorize choreography by working on a combination each class. This class is often paired with a half hour acrobatic class. The class will be working gross motor skills and entry level skills such as forward roll,
backward toll, handstand, cartwheel, round-off, bridge, backbend, backbend kick-over, back walkover.



Ages 7 - 13
Tuesday
6:50 PM to 7:40 PM
SBA storefront
The Dance Place Bellmore
Acro/ Hip Hop 6-12yrs;
This class is full
In this class, students will learn the fundamentals of hip-hop movement. It is an upbeat and high-energy class! Stretching, isolations, rhythms, musicality, upper body strength and funky footwork will all be incorporated. Students will learn to memorize choreography by working on a combination each class. This class is often paired with a half hour acrobatic class. The class will be working gross motor skills and entry level skills such as forward roll,
backward toll, handstand, cartwheel, round-off, bridge, backbend, backbend kick-over, back walkover.

Ages 6 - 12
Wednesday
5:10 PM to 6:00 PM
The Dance Place Bellmore
Funky Tutus 4-5 yrs;
An age appropriate 45 minute to one hour class containing Tap and Hip Hop. The purpose of this class is to introduce dancers to basic foundations of Tap dance as well as the fundamentals of Hip Hop dance techniques. Dancers will use both styles to understand basic rhythms and beats.


Ages 3.5 - 5
Wednesday
5:10 PM to 6:00 PM
B upstairs
The Dance Place Bellmore
Sing and Dance (ages 5-11)
This class is full
Sing and Dance is a class where music and movement come together in a fun-filled environment! Students will explore their vocal talents while learning lively choreography to a variety of songs. This class builds confidence, rhythm and creativity as our young performers express themselves through singing and dancing.
Ages 5 - 11
Wednesday
5:10 PM to 6:00 PM
The Dance Place Bellmore
Little Stars (3-4 y/o) Ballet/Tap/Jazz
An age specific class containing ballet, tap and creative movement. The purpose of this class is to introduce young dancers to the two styles of dance (ballet and tap) inspire movement and creativity within a positive environment. Dancers will also learn basic steps and terminologies in all three styles. Props are used in class to emphasize learning and technique.
Ages 3 - 4
Wednesday
6:00 PM to 6:50 PM
B upstairs
The Dance Place Bellmore
Ballet/lyrical 6-10 yrs;
The Show Stars ballet program fosters musicality, body awareness and movement potential in a format that encourages individual artistry. Inspired by Rudolf Von Laban and Irmgard Bartinieff, this class explores the elements of dance body space force and time through creative exercises that are movement focused rather than story focused the knowledge gained in these classes prepares the student for the attention to detail required to study a formal ballet training.



Ages 6 - 10
Thursday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Upstairs A & B
The Dance Place Bellmore
Ballet/Tap Age 5-8 yrs;
The class will be working gross motor skills and entry level skills such as forward roll, backward toll, handstand, cartwheel, round-off, bridge, backbend, backbend kick-over, back walkover. This class is often paired with a half hour hip hop and/or ballet class.


Ages 5 - 8
Thursday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
C DOWNSTAIRS
The Dance Place Bellmore
Jazz/Lyrical 8-13
Show stars jazz combines many styles and techniques from ethnic and contemporary dance to ballet rhythm, upon which all dance forms depend, and is particularly integral to jazz dance. The first half of class consists of exercises which stretch and tone muscles and develop support for proper stress free alignment of the skeletal structure. Using jazz, soul, R&B, ethnic and Pop music, jazz classes are a great workout and a fun way to release tension while attaining body awareness.
Show Stars Lyrical is a fusion of ballet with jazz and contemporary dance techniques. Lyrical dancing is performed to music with lyrics to inspire movements to express strong emotions. Lyrical dancing focuses on the dancers’ individual approach and expressiveness to emphasize the precision of their movements.

Ages 6 - 12
Thursday
6:00 PM to 6:50 PM
Upstairs A & B
The Dance Place Bellmore
Acro/ Hip Hop 7-12yrs;
In this class, students will learn the fundamentals of hip-hop movement. It is an upbeat and high-energy class! Stretching, isolations, rhythms, musicality, upper body strength and funky footwork will all be incorporated. Students will learn to memorize choreography by working on a combination each class. This class is often paired with a half hour acrobatic class. The class will be working gross motor skills and entry level skills such as forward roll,
backward toll, handstand, cartwheel, round-off, bridge, backbend, backbend kick-over, back walkover.

Ages 7 - 12
Thursday
6:50 PM to 7:40 PM
Upstairs A & B
The Dance Place Bellmore
Musical Theatre Production
The triple threat! A mix of singing, dancing and acting. These classes focus on the all-around Broadway style performance. Students will learn several different techniques to master memorizing scripts, voice projection, and movement with an emphasis on stage presence. We will hold a musical theatre production each winter to accompany this class. It is not mandatory but it is a great experience.

Ages 6 - 18
Friday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
SBA storefront
The Dance Place Bellmore
Vocal Competition Team;
The triple threat! A mix of singing, dancing and acting. These classes focus on the all-around Broadway style performance. Students will learn several different techniques to master memorizing scripts, voice projection, and movement with an emphasis on stage presence. We will hold a musical theatre production each winter to accompany this class. It is not mandatory but it is a great experience.
Ages 5 - 18
Friday
5:30 PM to 6:00 PM
The Dance Place Bellmore
Dance with Me (1.5-3 y/o)
An age specific class containing ballet, tap and creative movement. The purpose of this class is to introduce young dancers to the two styles of dance (ballet and tap) inspire movement and creativity within a positive environment. Dancers will also learn basic steps and terminologies in all three styles. Props are used in class to emphasize learning and technique.
Ages 1.5 - 3
Saturday
9:30 AM to 10:10 AM
The Dance Place Bellmore
Dance Adventure ages 3-5 Ballet/Acro/Hip Hop
An age specific class containing acrobatics, tumbling, hip hop and ballet basics. The purpose of this class is to introduce young dancers to the fundamentals of ballet as well as basic tumbling on an acro mat. Dancers will also learn basic steps and terminologies as well as musicality and rhythm.


Ages 3 - 5
Saturday
10:10 AM to 10:55 AM
The Dance Place Bellmore

Competition Bellmore 2024-25

Name
Days
Location
Superstars Tumble & Twirl
* This is the ballet acro class - but team will take the ballet portion of this class only


An age specific 50 minute class containing acrobatics, tumbling and ballet basics. The purpose of this class is to introduce young dancers to the fundamentals of ballet as well as basic tumbling on an acro mat. Dancers will also learn basic steps and terminologies as well as musicality and rhythm.

Ages 5 - 9
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:20 PM
SBA storefront
The Dance Place Bellmore
Superstars Funky Divas tap/hip hop
* This is the ballet tap class - but team will take the ballet portion of this class only


An age appropriate 50 minute to one hour class containing Tap and Hip Hop. This class is the next level and age group of our younger version called Funky Tutus. The purpose of this class is to introduce dancers to basic foundations of Tap dance as well as the fundamentals of Hip Hop dance techniques, and take both styles to the next level. Dancers will use both styles to understand basic rhythms and beats.

Ages 6 - 10
Tuesday
6:20 PM to 7:10 PM
C DOWNSTAIRS
The Dance Place Bellmore
Shooting Stars Funky Tutus
An age appropriate 45 minute to one hour class containing Tap and Hip Hop. The purpose of this class is to introduce dancers to basic foundations of Tap dance as well as the fundamentals of Hip Hop dance techniques. Dancers will use both styles to understand basic rhythms and beats.


Ages 3 - 4.5
Wednesday
5:10 PM to 6:00 PM
B upstairs
The Dance Place Bellmore
Shooting Star Ballet Tap
* This is the ballet tap class - but team will take the ballet portion of this class only
Ages 4 - 8
Thursday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
C DOWNSTAIRS
The Dance Place Bellmore
Superstars Ballet/lyrical
The Show Stars ballet program fosters musicality, body awareness and movement potential in a format that encourages individual artistry. Inspired by Rudolf Von Laban and Irmgard Bartinieff, this class explores the elements of dance body space force and time through creative exercises that are movement focused rather than story focused the knowledge gained in these classes prepares the student for the attention to detail required to study a formal ballet training.



Ages 6 - 10
Thursday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Upstairs A & B
The Dance Place Bellmore

NUTCRACKER REGISTRATION 2024

Name
Days
Location
Nutcracker Registration Bellmore Studio
Enroll here to participate in the Nutcracker if your dancer dances at our Bellmore location
Ages 4.5 - 20

12:00 PM to 12:00 PM
The Dance Place Bellmore
Nutcracker Registration Competition Students
Enroll here to participate in the Nutcracker if your dancer dances at our Hicksville location
Ages 4 - 20

12:00 PM to 12:00 PM
THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Nutcracker Registration Hicksville location
Enroll here to participate in the Nutcracker if your dancer dances at our Hicksville location
Ages 4.5 - 20

12:00 PM to 12:00 PM
THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Nutcracker Registration Merrick Studio
Enroll here to participate in the Nutcracker if your dancer dances at our Merrick location
Ages 4.5 - 20

12:00 PM to 12:00 PM
The Dance Place Merrick