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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 2023-2024
Tumbling/ Acro/hip hop (Beg/Int); RUN THE WORLD
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 8 - 14
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 8 - 14
Tuesday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
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THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
*Tumble & Shake (ages 5-8); ON THE FLOOR
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
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
5:30 PM to 6:20 PM
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THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Funky Tutus (ages 1.5-3) tap/hh/tumble; TEDDY BEAR/YOU'RE MY BEST FRIEND
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
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
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
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THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Funky Tutus (ages 3-5 tap/hh/tumble); PINK from barbie movie
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 2 - 4
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 2 - 4
Thursday
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
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THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Acro/Hip Hop age 9-13; RUN THE WORLD
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 - 13
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 - 13
Thursday
6:30 PM to 7:20 PM
6:30 PM to 7:20 PM
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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
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
4:30 PM to 5:10 PM
4:30 PM to 5:10 PM
THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Ballet/Tap ages 7-12; FLY WITH ME (todrick hall)
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.
Show star tap is an exciting rhythmic exercise and dance form which is enjoyable to both kids and adults. Rooted in African-American history, top offers a variety of styles and techniques. Students will realize results in dance movement after a minimum number of classes. The classes stress the basics of tap and allows dancers to build into combinations which are great to watch and delightful to hear.
Ages 7 - 13
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.
Show star tap is an exciting rhythmic exercise and dance form which is enjoyable to both kids and adults. Rooted in African-American history, top offers a variety of styles and techniques. Students will realize results in dance movement after a minimum number of classes. The classes stress the basics of tap and allows dancers to build into combinations which are great to watch and delightful to hear.
Ages 7 - 13
Friday
5:10 PM to 6:00 PM
5:10 PM to 6:00 PM
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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
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
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Acro/Hip Hop 7-12yrs; TOXIC
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
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
Friday
6:00 PM to 6:50 PM
6:00 PM to 6:50 PM
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THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Vocal Competition Team; TAYLOR SWIFT MEDLEY
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
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
6:15 PM to 6:45 PM
6:15 PM to 6:45 PM
THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Combo Class 3-4 yrs; MY GIRL
An age specific 45 minute to one hour 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. For example, all dancers will learn what a “plié” is and how to demonstrate one. These are fun, age-appropriate music that engages the young dancers' minds and bodies. The use of props adds extra fun to the class!
Ages 3 - 4
An age specific 45 minute to one hour 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. For example, all dancers will learn what a “plié” is and how to demonstrate one. These are fun, age-appropriate music that engages the young dancers' minds and bodies. The use of props adds extra fun to the class!
Ages 3 - 4
Saturday
9:30 AM to 10:10 AM
9:30 AM to 10:10 AM
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THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Combo tap/Ballet 2-3 yo; MY GIRL
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
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
9:30 AM to 10:10 AM
THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Combo Class 4-6 yrs; MADE YOU LOOK
An age specific 50 minute to one hour 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. For example, all dancers will learn what a “plié” is and how to demonstrate one. These are fun, age-appropriate music that engages the young dancers' minds and bodies. The use of props adds extra fun to the class!
Ages 4.5 - 6
An age specific 50 minute to one hour 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. For example, all dancers will learn what a “plié” is and how to demonstrate one. These are fun, age-appropriate music that engages the young dancers' minds and bodies. The use of props adds extra fun to the class!
Ages 4.5 - 6
Saturday
10:15 AM to 11:00 AM
10:15 AM to 11:00 AM
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THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Funky Tutus (tap/hh/acro)1.5-3 yrs; TEDDY BEAR/YOU'RE MY BEST FRIEND
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
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
10:15 AM to 11:00 AM
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THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Funky Tutus Ages 3-5; PINK from barbie movie
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
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
11:00 AM to 11:45 PM
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THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Tumble & Shake 4-6 yrs; BARBIE DREAMS
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 - 6
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 - 6
Saturday
11:00 AM to 11:45 PM
11:00 AM to 11:45 PM
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THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Ballet/Lyrical 2nd - 4th grade; OLIVIA HSM song
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.
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 7 - 10
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.
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 7 - 10
Saturday
12:00 PM to 12:50 PM
12:00 PM to 12:50 PM
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THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Lyrical (ages 9 and up); OLIVIA HSM song
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 9 - 17
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 9 - 17
Saturday
12:00 PM to 12:50 PM
12:00 PM to 12:50 PM
THE DANCE PLACE Hicksville
Bellmore Dance Classes 2023-2024
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
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
Monday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
SBA storefront
The Dance Place Bellmore
The Dance Place Bellmore
Tumble & Shake (5-8 y/o) acro/hh; I LOVE ME
This class is full
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
This class is full
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
5:30 PM to 6:20 PM
SBA storefront
The Dance Place Bellmore
The Dance Place Bellmore
Tumble & Twirl ages 5-9yrs; NEVER GROW UP
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
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
5:30 PM to 6:20 PM
C DOWNSTAIRS
The Dance Place Bellmore
The Dance Place Bellmore
Twinkle stars; UPTOWN GIRL
An age specific 45-50 minute 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. For example, all dancers will learn what a “plié” is and how to demonstrate one. These are fun, age-appropriate music that engages the young dancers minds and bodies. The use of props adds extra fun to the class!
Ages 2 - 4
An age specific 45-50 minute 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. For example, all dancers will learn what a “plié” is and how to demonstrate one. These are fun, age-appropriate music that engages the young dancers minds and bodies. The use of props adds extra fun to the class!
Ages 2 - 4
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:20 PM
5:30 PM to 6:20 PM
A upstairs
The Dance Place Bellmore
The Dance Place Bellmore
Funky Divas tap/hip hop 6-9 yrs; PAPER RINGS
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 - 9
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 - 9
Tuesday
6:20 PM to 7:10 PM
6:20 PM to 7:10 PM
C DOWNSTAIRS
The Dance Place Bellmore
The Dance Place Bellmore
Showstar Acro/Hip Hop 7-12yrs; PAPER RINGS
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
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
6:50 PM to 7:40 PM
SBA storefront
The Dance Place Bellmore
The Dance Place Bellmore
Funky Tutus 3-6 yrs; SHAKE IT OFF
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
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
5:10 PM to 6:00 PM
B upstairs
The Dance Place Bellmore
The Dance Place Bellmore
Tap 8-12 yrs
Tap is an exciting rhythmic exercise and dance form which is enjoyable to both kids and adults. Rooted in African-American history, top offers a variety of styles and techniques. Students will realize results in dance movement after a minimum number of classes. The classes stress the basics of tap and allows dancers to build into combinations which are great to watch and delightful to hear.
Ages 8 - 12
Tap is an exciting rhythmic exercise and dance form which is enjoyable to both kids and adults. Rooted in African-American history, top offers a variety of styles and techniques. Students will realize results in dance movement after a minimum number of classes. The classes stress the basics of tap and allows dancers to build into combinations which are great to watch and delightful to hear.
Ages 8 - 12
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
C DOWNSTAIRS
The Dance Place Bellmore
The Dance Place Bellmore
Twinkle Stars (3-4 y/o); SHAKE IT OFF
This class is full
Twinkle Stars dance ages 3-4, 4-5 & 5-6 yrs
An age specific 50 minute to one hour 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. For example, all dancers will learn what a “plié” is and how to demonstrate one. These are fun, age-appropriate music that engages the young dancers minds and bodies. The use of props adds extra fun to the class!
Ages 3 - 4
This class is full
Twinkle Stars dance ages 3-4, 4-5 & 5-6 yrs
An age specific 50 minute to one hour 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. For example, all dancers will learn what a “plié” is and how to demonstrate one. These are fun, age-appropriate music that engages the young dancers minds and bodies. The use of props adds extra fun to the class!
Ages 3 - 4
Wednesday
6:00 PM to 6:50 PM
6:00 PM to 6:50 PM
B upstairs
The Dance Place Bellmore
The Dance Place Bellmore
Tap (ages 12 and up)
A form of dance in which feet create rhythmic sounds. This form of dance develops a strong sense of rhythm, coordination and agility. Children's programs use the Al Gilbert tap program in order to develop proper technique.
Ages 13 - 19
A form of dance in which feet create rhythmic sounds. This form of dance develops a strong sense of rhythm, coordination and agility. Children's programs use the Al Gilbert tap program in order to develop proper technique.
Ages 13 - 19
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
The Dance Place Bellmore
*Showstars Ballet/lyrical 6-10 yrs; FIREFLIES
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
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
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
A upstairs
The Dance Place Bellmore
The Dance Place Bellmore
Showstars Ballet/Tap Age 5-8 yrs; NEVER GROW UP
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
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
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
The Dance Place Bellmore
Showstar Tumbling/ Acro Age 5-8yrs; TIMBER
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
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
5:45 PM to 6:40 PM
5:45 PM to 6:40 PM
The Dance Place Bellmore
*Show Stars Jazz/Lyrical 6-10 yrs; WINGS
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 - 10
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 - 10
Thursday
6:00 PM to 6:50 PM
6:00 PM to 6:50 PM
The Dance Place Bellmore
*Show Stars Acro/ Hip Hop 6-10 yrs; ONE, TWO STEP
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 - 10
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 - 10
Thursday
6:50 PM to 7:40 PM
6:50 PM to 7:40 PM
The Dance Place Bellmore
Dance with Me (1.5-3 y/o); HERE COMES THE SUN
This class is full
Ages 1.5 - 3
This class is full
Ages 1.5 - 3
Saturday
9:30 AM to 10:10 AM
9:30 AM to 10:10 AM
The Dance Place Bellmore
Tumble & Twirl 4-6 yrs; NEVER GROW UP
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 4 - 6
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 4 - 6
Saturday
10:10 AM to 10:55 AM
10:10 AM to 10:55 AM
The Dance Place Bellmore
Merrick Dance Classes 2023-2024
Ballet Tap (ages 5-8); FLY WITH ME (todrick hall)
An age specific 45-50 minute 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. For example, all dancers will learn what a “plié” is and how to demonstrate one. These are fun, age-appropriate music that engages the young dancers minds and bodies. The use of props adds extra fun to the class!
*Placement note: For Twinkle Stars dance class 4 - 6 yrs, students must be at least 4 ½ years old.
Ages 4 - 6
An age specific 45-50 minute 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. For example, all dancers will learn what a “plié” is and how to demonstrate one. These are fun, age-appropriate music that engages the young dancers minds and bodies. The use of props adds extra fun to the class!
*Placement note: For Twinkle Stars dance class 4 - 6 yrs, students must be at least 4 ½ years old.
Ages 4 - 6
Monday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
The Dance Place Merrick
Show Stars Ballet
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 - 8
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 - 8
Tuesday
6:40 PM to 7:30 PM
6:40 PM to 7:30 PM
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The Dance Place Merrick
The Dance Place Merrick
*Twinkle Stars age 3-5y/o; I FEEL LIKE A WOMAN
This class is full
An age specific 45-50 minute 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. For example, all dancers will learn what a “plié” is and how to demonstrate one. These are fun, age-appropriate music that engages the young dancers minds and bodies. The use of props adds extra fun to the class!
*Placement note: For Twinkle Stars dance class 4 - 6 yrs, students must be at least 4 ½ years old.
Ages 3 - 5
This class is full
An age specific 45-50 minute 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. For example, all dancers will learn what a “plié” is and how to demonstrate one. These are fun, age-appropriate music that engages the young dancers minds and bodies. The use of props adds extra fun to the class!
*Placement note: For Twinkle Stars dance class 4 - 6 yrs, students must be at least 4 ½ years old.
Ages 3 - 5
Wednesday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
The Dance Place Merrick
Twinkle Stars (4-5yo); MAGIC by BoB
An age specific 45-50 minute 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. For example, all dancers will learn what a “plié” is and how to demonstrate one. These are fun, age-appropriate music that engages the young dancers minds and bodies. The use of props adds extra fun to the class!
*Placement note: For Twinkle Stars dance class 4 - 6 yrs, students must be at least 4 ½ years old.
Ages 4 - 5
An age specific 45-50 minute 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. For example, all dancers will learn what a “plié” is and how to demonstrate one. These are fun, age-appropriate music that engages the young dancers minds and bodies. The use of props adds extra fun to the class!
*Placement note: For Twinkle Stars dance class 4 - 6 yrs, students must be at least 4 ½ years old.
Ages 4 - 5
Thursday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
The Dance Place Merrick
tap/hip hop; MAGIC by BoB
This class is full
this is a private class
Ages 2 - 4
This class is full
this is a private class
Ages 2 - 4
Thursday
6:00 PM to 6:40 PM
6:00 PM to 6:40 PM
The Dance Place Merrick
Twinkle Stars ballet/tap (ages 1.5-2); TEDDY BEAR/YOURE MY BEST FRIEND
Ages 1.5 - 2
Ages 1.5 - 2
Saturday
9:30 AM to 10:05 AM
9:30 AM to 10:05 AM
The Dance Place Merrick
Twinkle stars Ballet/Tap (ages 2-3); SUGAR, SUGAR
This class is full
An age specific 45-50 minute 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. For example, all dancers will learn what a “plié” is and how to demonstrate one. These are fun, age-appropriate music that engages the young dancers minds and bodies. The use of props adds extra fun to the class!
*Placement note: For Twinkle Stars dance class 4 - 6 yrs, students must be at least 4 ½ years old.
Ages 2 - 3
This class is full
An age specific 45-50 minute 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. For example, all dancers will learn what a “plié” is and how to demonstrate one. These are fun, age-appropriate music that engages the young dancers minds and bodies. The use of props adds extra fun to the class!
*Placement note: For Twinkle Stars dance class 4 - 6 yrs, students must be at least 4 ½ years old.
Ages 2 - 3
Saturday
9:30 AM to 10:05 AM
9:30 AM to 10:05 AM
The Dance Place Merrick
Twinkle stars ballet/tap (ages 3-4); SUGAR, SUGAR
This class is full
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 3 - 4
This class is full
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 3 - 4
Saturday
9:30 AM to 10:05 AM
9:30 AM to 10:05 AM
The Dance Place Merrick
Tumble & Shake (Acro/Hip Hop) 3-5; ON THE FLOOR
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
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
10:10 AM to 10:55 AM
The Dance Place Merrick
Tumble & Shake (Acro/Hip Hop) 6-10; TOXIC
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 6 - 10
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 6 - 10
Saturday
10:10 AM to 10:55 AM
10:10 AM to 10:55 AM
The Dance Place Merrick
twinkle stars ballet tap 2-4; FEEL LIKE A WOMAN
Ages 2 - 5
Ages 2 - 5
Saturday
10:10 AM to 10:55 AM
10:10 AM to 10:55 AM
The Dance Place Merrick
Ballet/Lyrical 5-10yo; OLIVIA HSM song
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 5 - 9
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 5 - 9
Saturday
10:55 AM to 11:45 AM
10:55 AM to 11:45 AM
The Dance Place Merrick