Dance Teacher Assistant Program 2023-2024

Name
Days
Location
Dance Teacher Assistant Online Course
Welcome to the Dance Teacher Assistant Program! All assistants must complete this asynchronous online course prior to becoming a dance teacher assistant. After you finish this course, we will have you complete 4 classes of in-studio training. You can schedule the days/times that you are available to assist by emailing us with your preferences. Thank you! After registration, all of the files will be in your Parent Portal.

9:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Virtual

2023-2024 Spring Session

Name
Days
Location
Lyrical Elements/Foundations *must register for a ballet or jazz class*
In Lyrical Elements/Foundations, the dancers will work on the foundations of lyrical & modern dance, such as undercurves, overcurves, contract and release, floorwork, and more. The dancers will explore using their emotions and the lyrics in the music, or in a choreographer’s story, to fuel their movement.
Monday
4:15 PM to 4:45 PM
Back Studio
Main
Tap Fundamentals
In Tap Fundamentals, the dancers will begin to learn basic tap dance steps to fun upbeat & kid-friendly music. They will work on understanding how each part of their tap shoe makes distinct and different sounds, and they will work on different rhythmic patterns and tempos. They will work on transferring weight, traveling around while making rhythms, and identifying their right and left. The dancers will learn to put these skills together into sequences and patterns, through short routines and choreography combos. This class uses imaginative concepts and movement games to increase learning.
Monday
4:15 PM to 4:45 PM
Front Studio
Main
Ballet & Jazz Fundamentals
In Ballet Fundamentals, the dancers will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique, in the ways that are age-appropriate, developmentally-appropriate and engaging! They will be introduced to the ballet steps that all ballet vocabulary is built upon, including: exploring the use of turn-out, maintaining balance; learning the dance way to jump, hop, slide, and gallop; and how to use their bodies to make different shapes and lines. This class uses imaginative concepts, books, and themes to increase learning.

In Jazz Fundamentals the dancers will begin to learn basic jazz dance steps, to fun upbeat & kid-friendly music. They will work on movement that shifts weight, uses sharp energy, isolates individual body parts, as well as large motor skills like jumping, hopping, and skipping. The dancers will learn to put these skills together into sequences and patterns, through short routines and choreography combos. This class uses imaginative concepts and movement games to increase learning.
Monday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
Back Studio
Main
Peach Dance Company
Dance Company Rehearsal Time
Monday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
Front Studio
Main
Ballet Foundations
In Ballet Foundations, the dancers will continue to build their knowledge of ballet vocabulary and improve their execution of steps and skills they have previously learned. The class will cycle through barre work, center work, and across-the-floor combinations, using repetition to build muscle memory and recall of steps. The dancers work on proper ballet posture, and on increasing strength and flexibility.
Monday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Back Studio
Main
Strawberry Dance Company
Dance Company Rehearsal Time
Monday
5:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Front Studio
Main
Tap Explorations
In Tap Explorations, the dancers will work on leveling-up all of the skills they already know, through clarity of sound, timing, weight shifts, and speed. They will use repetition, concepts like “three-and-a-break”, and reversing a combination to broaden their understanding of the mechanics and musicality needed to be “in the pocket” of the rhythm. Once they are able to execute timesteps and all foundational tap steps clearly and at different speeds, they will begin to learn tap tricks that they are developmentally ready for. The dancers will be encouraged to create their own rhythms and steps, through the use of tap games.
Monday
6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
Front Studio
Main
Kiwi Dance Company
Dance Company Rehearsal Time
Monday
6:45 PM to 7:30 PM
Front Studio
Main
Ballet Accelerations 1-2 + Pre-Pointe
In Ballet Accelerations, the dancers will work on gaining a greater understanding of the technique needed to properly execute their ballet steps, through clarity of shape and line, turn-out, epaulment, and body control. The class will have a large focus on understanding the “how and why” behind ballet technique, and how certain steps are the basis of many more. They will work on executing multiple clean turns and intricate jumps and leaps. Dancers will work on the strength needed, specifically in their feet, ankles, and legs, to progress towards being ready to go en pointe.
Monday
7:00 PM to 7:45 PM
Back Studio
Main
Tap Accelerations 3
In Tap Accelerations, the dancers will take their tap technique to the next level, through complicated footwork patterns, speed, improvisation, and artistry. They will broaden their understanding of the mechanics of the technique needed to execute multi-sound steps with clarity and control, and they will learn new and more difficult steps and tricks as they are developmentally ready. The class will include warm-ups, center work, traveling and turning steps, new choreography, and historical choreography. Dancers will be encouraged to find their own artistic voice as a tap dancer.
Monday
7:30 PM to 8:15 PM
Front Studio
Main
Ballet Accelerations 3 + Pointe
In Ballet Accelerations, the dancers will work on gaining a greater understanding of the technique needed to properly execute their ballet steps, through clarity of shape and line, turn-out, epaulment, and body control. The class will have a large focus on understanding the “how and why” behind ballet technique, and how certain steps are the basis of many more. They will work on executing multiple clean turns and intricate jumps and leaps. Dancers will work on the strength needed, specifically in their feet, ankles, and legs, to keep progressing in Pointe.
Monday
8:15 PM to 9:45 PM
Back Studio
Main
Tap Accelerations 2
In Tap Accelerations, the dancers will take their tap technique to the next level, through complicated footwork patterns, speed, improvisation, and artistry. They will broaden their understanding of the mechanics of the technique needed to execute multi-sound steps with clarity and control, and they will learn new and more difficult steps and tricks as they are developmentally ready. The class will include warm-ups, center work, traveling and turning steps, new choreography, and historical choreography. Dancers will be encouraged to find their own artistic voice as a tap dancer.
Monday
8:15 PM to 9:00 PM
Front Studio
Main
Jazz Foundations
In Jazz Foundations, the dancers will increase their jazz dance vocabulary, building on and reviewing steps and skills they learned previously. Using balance and control, they will progress through different phases of dance turns and jumps. They will work on strength-building and flexibility. They will be challenged with longer and more intricate sequences of steps and they will work on adding different kinds of energy and personality to their combos and choreography.
Tuesday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Back Studio
Main
Jazz Elements
In Jazz Elements, the dancers will build on their knowledge of jazz dance steps, adding new vocabulary as they are developmentally ready. They will work on quick weight-changes and direction-changes,as well as alternating feet with their steps. They learn correct body posture while executing jumps and other elevations, and they will practice coordinating arm movements with their steps. The dancers will learn to put these skills together into sequences and patterns, through short routines and choreography combos. They will continue to use imaginative concepts and games to increase learning.
Tuesday
4:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Front Studio
Main
Ballet Elements
In Ballet Elements, the dancers will be introduced to the more formal structure of ballet class. They will begin to work on ballet skills at the barre, and flexibility, strength, balance, and control. They will learn the French words for many ballet terms. They will link their steps together into memory-building combinations and routines, and will continue to use imaginative imagery and games to push their learning forward.
Tuesday
5:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Back Studio
Main
Tap Foundations
In Tap Foundations, the dancers will increase their tap dance vocabulary, building on and reviewing steps and skills they learned previously. Using clarity, speed, and control, they will learn to change the rhythm and speed of their steps and to be accurate with their sounds. They will be challenged with longer and more intricate sequences of steps and they will work on timing, holding the downbeat, and musicality.
Tuesday
5:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Front Studio
Main
Ballet Foundations
In Ballet Foundations, the dancers will continue to build their knowledge of ballet vocabulary and improve their execution of steps and skills they have previously learned. The class will cycle through barre work, center work, and across-the-floor combinations, using repetition to build muscle memory and recall of steps. The dancers work on proper ballet posture, and on increasing strength and flexibility.
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Back Studio
Main
Tap Elements
In Tap Elements, the dancers will build on their knowledge of tap dance steps, adding new vocabulary as they are developmentally ready. They will work on more intricate steps as well as the difference between even and swing rhythms, with a focus on musicality. They learn how one tap step builds on the next and they will practice coordinating arm movements with their steps. The dancers will learn to put these skills together into sequences and patterns, through short routines and choreography combos. They will continue to use imaginative concepts and games to increase learning.
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Front Studio
Main
Apple Dance Company
Dance Company Rehearsal Time
Tuesday
6:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Front Studio
Main
Ballet Explorations
In Ballet Explorations, the dancers will refine their ballet technique and work on increasing stamina, strength, and grace in all of their combinations and choreography. The class will cycle through barre work, center work, and across-the-floor combinations, using repetition to build muscle memory and recall of steps. The dancers work on proper ballet posture, and on increasing strength and flexibility. They will be asked to remember the definitions for ballet vocabulary and will learn how to identify different steps, turns, and jumps.
Tuesday
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
Back Studio
Main
Tap Accelerations 1-2
In Tap Accelerations, the dancers will take their tap technique to the next level, through complicated footwork patterns, speed, improvisation, and artistry. They will broaden their understanding of the mechanics of the technique needed to execute multi-sound steps with clarity and control, and they will learn new and more difficult steps and tricks as they are developmentally ready. The class will include warm-ups, center work, traveling and turning steps, new choreography, and historical choreography. Dancers will be encouraged to find their own artistic voice as a tap dancer.
Tuesday
6:30 PM to 7:15 PM
Front Studio
Main
Ballet Accelerations 1-2 + Pre-Pointe
In Ballet Accelerations, the dancers will work on gaining a greater understanding of the technique needed to properly execute their ballet steps, through clarity of shape and line, turn-out, epaulment, and body control. The class will have a large focus on understanding the “how and why” behind ballet technique, and how certain steps are the basis of many more. They will work on executing multiple clean turns and intricate jumps and leaps. Dancers will work on the strength needed, specifically in their feet, ankles, and legs, to progress towards being ready to go en pointe.
Tuesday
7:15 PM to 8:30 PM
Back Studio
Main
Jazz Explorations
In Jazz Explorations, the dancers will work on leveling-up all of the skills they already know, through clarity of shape and line, and control. They will broaden their understanding of the mechanics of the technique needed to execute clean turns, jumps and leaps and they will learn new and more difficult steps as they are developmentally ready. The class will include warm-ups, stretching, strength-building, center work, traveling combinations, and choreography.
Tuesday
7:15 PM to 8:00 PM
Front Studio
Main
Modern/Contemporary Accelerations 2-3 *must also be enrolled in a ballet or jazz class*
In Modern/Contemporary, the dancers will work on the foundations of lyrical & modern dance, such as undercurves, overcurves, contract and release, floorwork, and more. The dancers will explore using their emotions and the lyrics in the music, or in a choreographer’s story, to fuel their movement. They will spend time on the nuanced and modern-based movement inherent in contemporary dance, and dancers at this level will be encouraged to take artistic risks and step outside of their comfort zones.
Tuesday
8:00 PM to 8:45 PM
Front Studio
Main
Honors Dance Ensemble
The Honors Dance Ensemble will be dancers who have been inducted or are working towards induction into our National Honors Society for Dance Arts.
Tuesday
8:45 PM to 9:30 PM
Back Studio
Main
Jazz Foundations
In Jazz Foundations, the dancers will increase their jazz dance vocabulary, building on and reviewing steps and skills they learned previously. Using balance and control, they will progress through different phases of dance turns and jumps. They will work on strength-building and flexibility. They will be challenged with longer and more intricate sequences of steps and they will work on adding different kinds of energy and personality to their combos and choreography.
Wednesday
3:30 PM to 4:15 PM
Front Studio
Main
Ballet Fundamentals
In Ballet Fundamentals, the dancers will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique, in the ways that are age-appropriate, developmentally-appropriate and engaging! They will be introduced to the ballet steps that all ballet vocabulary is built upon, including: exploring the use of turn-out, maintaining balance; learning the dance way to jump, hop, slide, and gallop; and how to use their bodies to make different shapes and lines. This class uses imaginative concepts, books, and themes to increase learning.
Wednesday
4:15 PM to 4:45 PM
Back Studio
Main
Cherry Dance Company
Dance Company Rehearsal Time
Wednesday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Front Studio
Main
Ballet Elements
In Ballet Elements, the dancers will be introduced to the more formal structure of ballet class. They will begin to work on ballet skills at the barre, and flexibility, strength, balance, and control. They will learn the French words for many ballet terms. They will link their steps together into memory-building combinations and routines, and will continue to use imaginative imagery and games to push their learning forward.
Wednesday
4:45 PM to 5:15 PM
Back Studio
Main
Pineapple Dance Company
Dance Company Rehearsal Time
Wednesday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Front Studio
Main
Jazz Elements
In Jazz Elements, the dancers will build on their knowledge of jazz dance steps, adding new vocabulary as they are developmentally ready. They will work on quick weight-changes and direction-changes,as well as alternating feet with their steps. They learn correct body posture while executing jumps and other elevations, and they will practice coordinating arm movements with their steps. The dancers will learn to put these skills together into sequences and patterns, through short routines and choreography combos. They will continue to use imaginative concepts and games to increase learning.
Wednesday
5:15 PM to 5:45 PM
Back Studio
Main
Lyrical Explorations *must also enroll in a ballet or jazz class*
In Lyrical, the dancers will work on the foundations of lyrical & modern dance, such as undercurves, overcurves, contract and release, floorwork, and more. The dancers will explore using their emotions and the lyrics in the music, or in a choreographer’s story, to fuel their movement.
Wednesday
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
Back Studio
Main
Tap Elements
In Tap Elements, the dancers will build on their knowledge of tap dance steps, adding new vocabulary as they are developmentally ready. They will work on more intricate steps as well as the difference between even and swing rhythms, with a focus on musicality. They learn how one tap step builds on the next and they will practice coordinating arm movements with their steps. The dancers will learn to put these skills together into sequences and patterns, through short routines and choreography combos. They will continue to use imaginative concepts and games to increase learning.
Wednesday
5:45 PM to 6:15 PM
Front Studio
Main
Tap Foundations
In Tap Foundations, the dancers will increase their tap dance vocabulary, building on and reviewing steps and skills they learned previously. Using clarity, speed, and control, they will learn to change the rhythm and speed of their steps and to be accurate with their sounds. They will be challenged with longer and more intricate sequences of steps and they will work on timing, holding the downbeat, and musicality.
Wednesday
6:15 PM to 6:45 PM
Front Studio
Main
Ballet Explorations
In Ballet Explorations, the dancers will refine their ballet technique and work on increasing stamina, strength, and grace in all of their combinations and choreography. The class will cycle through barre work, center work, and across-the-floor combinations, using repetition to build muscle memory and recall of steps. The dancers work on proper ballet posture, and on increasing strength and flexibility. They will be asked to remember the definitions for ballet vocabulary and will learn how to identify different steps, turns, and jumps.
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Back Studio
Main
Jazz Foundations
In Jazz Foundations, the dancers will increase their jazz dance vocabulary, building on and reviewing steps and skills they learned previously. Using balance and control, they will progress through different phases of dance turns and jumps. They will work on strength-building and flexibility. They will be challenged with longer and more intricate sequences of steps and they will work on adding different kinds of energy and personality to their combos and choreography.
Wednesday
6:45 PM to 7:30 PM
Front Studio
Main
Jazz Explorations/Accelerations
In Jazz Explorations/Accelerations, the dancers will work on leveling-up all of the skills they already know, through clarity of shape and line, and control. They will broaden their understanding of the mechanics of the technique needed to execute clean turns, jumps and leaps and they will learn new and more difficult steps as they are developmentally ready. The class will include warm-ups, stretching, strength-building, center work, traveling combinations, and choreography.
Wednesday
7:30 PM to 8:15 PM
Front Studio
Main
Tap Explorations/Accelerations
In Tap Explorations/Accelerations, the dancers will work on leveling-up all of the skills they already know, through clarity of sound, timing, weight shifts, and speed. They will use repetition, concepts like “three-and-a-break”, and reversing a combination to broaden their understanding of the mechanics and musicality needed to be “in the pocket” of the rhythm. Once they are able to execute timesteps and all foundational tap steps clearly and at different speeds, they will begin to learn tap tricks that they are developmentally ready for. The dancers will be encouraged to create their own rhythms and steps, through the use of tap games.
Wednesday
8:15 PM to 9:00 PM
Front Studio
Main
On My Own
In this class, your dancer will take his or her first step into independent dance! We'll work on basic ballet & tap dance vocabulary, as well as important school skills, like listening, taking turns, and problem-solving. They will make progress in motor skills like jumping, hopping, and balancing too! Each class will be based around an imaginative theme, and the dancers will play-pretend while learning.

Dancers stay in this level for a full school year.
Thursday
11:15 AM to 12:00 PM
Front Studio
Main
Ballet Fundamentals
In Ballet Fundamentals, the dancers will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique, in the ways that are age-appropriate, developmentally-appropriate and engaging! They will be introduced to the ballet steps that all ballet vocabulary is built upon, including: exploring the use of turn-out, maintaining balance; learning the dance way to jump, hop, slide, and gallop; and how to use their bodies to make different shapes and lines. This class uses imaginative concepts, books, and themes to increase learning.
Thursday
1:00 PM to 1:30 PM
Front Studio
Main
Tap Fundamentals
In Tap Fundamentals, the dancers will begin to learn basic tap dance steps to fun upbeat & kid-friendly music. They will work on understanding how each part of their tap shoe makes distinct and different sounds, and they will work on different rhythmic patterns and tempos. They will work on transferring weight, traveling around while making rhythms, and identifying their right and left. The dancers will learn to put these skills together into sequences and patterns, through short routines and choreography combos. This class uses imaginative concepts and movement games to increase learning.
Thursday
1:30 PM to 2:00 PM
Front Studio
Main
Jazz Fundamentals
In Jazz Fundamentals, the dancers will begin to learn basic jazz dance steps, to fun upbeat & kid-friendly music. They will work on movement that shifts weight, uses sharp energy, isolates individual body parts, as well as large motor skills like jumping, hopping, and skipping. The dancers will learn to put these skills together into sequences and patterns, through short routines and choreography combos. This class uses imaginative concepts and movement games to increase learning.
Thursday
2:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Front Studio
Main
Ballet Foundations
In Ballet Foundations, the dancers will continue to build their knowledge of ballet vocabulary and improve their execution of steps and skills they have previously learned. The class will cycle through barre work, center work, and across-the-floor combinations, using repetition to build muscle memory and recall of steps. The dancers work on proper ballet posture, and on increasing strength and flexibility.
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Front Studio
Main
Hip Hop Elements
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Back Studio
Main
Melon Dance Company
Dance Company Rehearsal Time
Thursday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Back Studio
Main
Tap Foundations
In Tap Foundations, the dancers will increase their tap dance vocabulary, building on and reviewing steps and skills they learned previously. Using clarity, speed, and control, they will learn to change the rhythm and speed of their steps and to be accurate with their sounds. They will be challenged with longer and more intricate sequences of steps and they will work on timing, holding the downbeat, and musicality.
Thursday
5:15 PM to 5:45 PM
Front Studio
Main
Hip Hop Explorations
Hip Hop Explorations will introduce the students to the facets of dance that evolved from hip hop culture and hip hop music. The class will use technique, combos, and choreography to explore the many styles and skills that fall under the hip hop umbrella.
Thursday
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
Front Studio
Main
Jazz Foundations
In Jazz Foundations, the dancers will increase their jazz dance vocabulary, building on and reviewing steps and skills they learned previously. Using balance and control, they will progress through different phases of dance turns and jumps. They will work on strength-building and flexibility. They will be challenged with longer and more intricate sequences of steps and they will work on adding different kinds of energy and personality to their combos and choreography.
Thursday
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
Back Studio
Main
Hip Hop Foundations
In Hip Hop Foundations, the dancers will learn the basics of hip hop technique, as well as the history of this multi-faceted dance style.
Thursday
6:30 PM to 7:15 PM
Front Studio
Main
Blueberry Dance Company
Dance Company Rehearsal Time
Thursday
6:45 PM to 7:30 PM
Back Studio
Main
Jazz Accelerations 1-2
In Jazz Accelerations, the dancers will work on leveling-up all of the skills they already know, through clarity of shape and line, and control. The class will have a large focus on understanding the “how and why” behind jazz technique. They will broaden their understanding of the mechanics of the technique needed to execute multiple clean turns, higher jumps and more intricate leaps, and they will learn new and more difficult steps as they are developmentally ready. The class will include warm-ups, stretching, strength-building, center work, traveling combinations, and choreography.
Thursday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Back Studio
Main
Hip Hop Accelerations 1-2
Hip Hop Accelerations will involve the students in the facets of dance that evolved from hip hop culture and hip hop music. The class will use technique, combos, and choreography to explore the many styles and skills that fall under the hip hop umbrella.
Thursday
8:30 PM to 9:15 PM
Front Studio
Main
Jazz Accelerations 3
In JazzAccelerations, the dancers will work on leveling-up all of the skills they already know, through clarity of shape and line, and control. The class will have a large focus on understanding the “how and why” behind jazz technique. They will broaden their understanding of the mechanics of the technique needed to execute multiple clean turns, higher jumps and more intricate leaps, and they will learn new and more difficult steps as they are developmentally ready. The class will include warm-ups, stretching, strength-building, center work, traveling combinations, and choreography.
Thursday
8:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Back Studio
Main
Mini Movers
With your help, your little one will master skills like balancing and jumping as well as have an introduction to basic dance vocabulary –all while dancing with his or her favorite dance partner, you! The students will develop school skills, like listening & taking turns, as well as a sense of rhythm & musicality. This class requires caregiver participation.
Friday
10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Front Studio
Main
On My Own
In this class, your dancer will take his or her first step into independent dance! We'll work on basic ballet & tap dance vocabulary, as well as important school skills, like listening, taking turns, and problem-solving. They will make progress in motor skills like jumping, hopping, and balancing too! Each class will be based around an imaginative theme, and the dancers will play-pretend while learning.

Dancers stay in this level for a full school year.
Friday
11:15 AM to 12:00 PM
Front Studio
Main
Ballet Fundamentals
In Ballet Fundamentals, the dancers will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique, in the ways that are age-appropriate, developmentally-appropriate and engaging! They will be introduced to the ballet steps that all ballet vocabulary is built upon, including: exploring the use of turn-out, maintaining balance; learning the dance way to jump, hop, slide, and gallop; and how to use their bodies to make different shapes and lines. This class uses imaginative concepts, books, and themes to increase learning.
Friday
1:00 PM to 1:30 PM
Front Studio
Main
Tap Fundamentals
In Tap Fundamentals, the dancers will begin to learn basic tap dance steps to fun upbeat & kid-friendly music. They will work on understanding how each part of their tap shoe makes distinct and different sounds, and they will work on different rhythmic patterns and tempos. They will work on transferring weight, traveling around while making rhythms, and identifying their right and left. The dancers will learn to put these skills together into sequences and patterns, through short routines and choreography combos. This class uses imaginative concepts and movement games to increase learning.
Friday
1:30 PM to 2:00 PM
Front Studio
Main
Jazz Fundamentals
In Jazz Fundamentals, the dancers will begin to learn basic jazz dance steps, to fun upbeat & kid-friendly music. They will work on movement that shifts weight, uses sharp energy, isolates individual body parts, as well as large motor skills like jumping, hopping, and skipping. The dancers will learn to put these skills together into sequences and patterns, through short routines and choreography combos. This class uses imaginative concepts and movement games to increase learning.
Friday
2:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Front Studio
Main
Acro & Tumbling Foundations/Explorations
This class will introduce the basics of acrobatics and tumbling! The dancers will work on building strength and flexibility, in addition to skills like bridges, somersaults, handstands & more. They will also work on combining dance with acrobatics!
Friday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Back Studio
Main
Musical Theatre Fundamentals/Elements
Have you ever wanted to learn how Broadway & movie musicals work together with dance? In this class, the dancers will work on the jazz dance technique common in many musicals, as well as learn fun mini routines to favorite showtunes!
Friday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Front Studio
Main
Acro & Tumbling Fundamentals
This class will introduce the basics of acrobatics and tumbling! The dancers will work on building strength and flexibility, in addition to skills like bridges, somersaults, handstands & more. They will also work on combining dance with acrobatics!
Friday
5:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Back Studio
Main
Tap Elements/Foundations
In Tap Elements/Foundations, the dancers will build on their knowledge of tap dance steps, adding new vocabulary as they are developmentally ready. They will work on more intricate steps as well as the difference between even and swing rhythms, with a focus on musicality. They learn how one tap step builds on the next and they will practice coordinating arm movements with their steps. The dancers will learn to put these skills together into sequences and patterns, through short routines and choreography combos. They will be challenged with longer and more intricate sequences of steps and they will work on timing, holding the downbeat, and musicality.
Friday
5:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Front Studio
Main
Acro & Tumbling Elements/Foundations
This class will introduce the basics of acrobatics and tumbling! The dancers will work on building strength and flexibility, in addition to skills like bridges, somersaults, handstands & more. They will also work on combining dance with acrobatics!
Friday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Back Studio
Main
Musical Theatre Foundations/Explorations
Have you ever wanted to learn how Broadway & movie musicals work together with dance? In this class, the dancers will work on the jazz dance technique common in many musicals, as well as learn fun mini routines to favorite showtunes!
Friday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Front Studio
Main
Mini Movers
With your help, your little one will master skills like balancing and jumping as well as have an introduction to basic dance vocabulary –all while dancing with his or her favorite dance partner, you! The students will develop school skills, like listening & taking turns, as well as a sense of rhythm & musicality. This class requires caregiver participation.
Saturday
9:00 AM to 9:30 AM
Back Studio
Main
Ballet Fundamentals
In Ballet Fundamentals, the dancers will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique, in the ways that are age-appropriate, developmentally-appropriate and engaging! They will be introduced to the ballet steps that all ballet vocabulary is built upon, including: exploring the use of turn-out, maintaining balance; learning the dance way to jump, hop, slide, and gallop; and how to use their bodies to make different shapes and lines. This class uses imaginative concepts, books, and themes to increase learning.
Saturday
9:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Back Studio
Main
Tap Foundations
In Tap Foundations, the dancers will increase their tap dance vocabulary, building on and reviewing steps and skills they learned previously. Using clarity, speed, and control, they will learn to change the rhythm and speed of their steps and to be accurate with their sounds. They will be challenged with longer and more intricate sequences of steps and they will work on timing, holding the downbeat, and musicality.
Saturday
9:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Front Studio
Main
Jazz & Lyrical Foundations
In Jazz Foundations, the dancers will increase their jazz dance vocabulary, building on and reviewing steps and skills they learned previously. Using balance and control, they will progress through different phases of dance turns and jumps. They will work on strength-building and flexibility. They will be challenged with longer and more intricate sequences of steps and they will work on adding different kinds of energy and personality to their combos and choreography.

In Lyrical Foundations, the dancers will work on the foundations of lyrical & modern dance, such as undercurves, overcurves, contract and release, floorwork, and more. The dancers will explore using their emotions and the lyrics in the music, or in a choreographer’s story, to fuel their movement.
Saturday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Back Studio
Main
On My Own
In this class, your dancer will take his or her first step into independent dance! We'll work on basic ballet & tap dance vocabulary, as well as important school skills, like listening, taking turns, and problem-solving. They will make progress in motor skills like jumping, hopping, and balancing too! Each class will be based around an imaginative theme, and the dancers will play-pretend while learning.

Dancers stay in this level for a full school year.
Saturday
10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Front Studio
Main
Tap Fundamentals
In Tap Fundamentals, the dancers will begin to learn basic tap dance steps to fun upbeat & kid-friendly music. They will work on understanding how each part of their tap shoe makes distinct and different sounds, and they will work on different rhythmic patterns and tempos. They will work on transferring weight, traveling around while making rhythms, and identifying their right and left. The dancers will learn to put these skills together into sequences and patterns, through short routines and choreography combos. This class uses imaginative concepts and movement games to increase learning.
Saturday
10:45 AM to 11:15 AM
Front Studio
Main
Jazz Elements
In Jazz Elements, the dancers will build on their knowledge of jazz dance steps, adding new vocabulary as they are developmentally ready. They will work on quick weight-changes and direction-changes,as well as alternating feet with their steps. They learn correct body posture while executing jumps and other elevations, and they will practice coordinating arm movements with their steps. The dancers will learn to put these skills together into sequences and patterns, through short routines and choreography combos. They will continue to use imaginative concepts and games to increase learning.
Saturday
11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Back Studio
Main
Ballet & Jazz Fundamentals
In Ballet Fundamentals, the dancers will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique, in the ways that are age-appropriate, developmentally-appropriate and engaging! They will be introduced to the ballet steps that all ballet vocabulary is built upon, including: exploring the use of turn-out, maintaining balance; learning the dance way to jump, hop, slide, and gallop; and how to use their bodies to make different shapes and lines. This class uses imaginative concepts, books, and themes to increase learning.

In Jazz Fundamentals, the dancers will begin to learn basic jazz dance steps, to fun upbeat & kid-friendly music. They will work on movement that shifts weight, uses sharp energy, isolates individual body parts, as well as large motor skills like jumping, hopping, and skipping. The dancers will learn to put these skills together into sequences and patterns, through short routines and choreography combos. This class uses imaginative concepts and movement games to increase learning.
Saturday
11:15 AM to 12:00 PM
Front Studio
Main
Ballet Elements
In Ballet Elements, the dancers will be introduced to the more formal structure of ballet class. They will begin to work on ballet skills at the barre, and flexibility, strength, balance, and control. They will learn the French words for many ballet terms. They will link their steps together into memory-building combinations and routines, and will continue to use imaginative imagery and games to push their learning forward.
Saturday
11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Back Studio
Main
Tap Elements
In Tap Elements, the dancers will build on their knowledge of tap dance steps, adding new vocabulary as they are developmentally ready. They will work on more intricate steps as well as the difference between even and swing rhythms, with a focus on musicality. They learn how one tap step builds on the next and they will practice coordinating arm movements with their steps. The dancers will learn to put these skills together into sequences and patterns, through short routines and choreography combos. They will continue to use imaginative concepts and games to increase learning.
Saturday
12:00 PM to 12:30 PM
Front Studio
Main

Summer Dance Camps 2024

Name
Days
Location
Broadway Stars Dance & Craft Camp
Sing and dance along to Broadway favorites in this super-fun camp! The dancers will learn kid-friendly routines and create special crafts that relate to theatre & movie musicals!

This camp will:
-explore different dance styles
-learn mini routines
-play movement games
-complete craft projects
-foster creativity & more!

Campers will be grouped by age when possible; siblings may or may not be in the same group.

When weather permits, we will spend 30-45 minutes in our outdoor space, for snacks, water play, and more.

Campers must be potty-trained.

As a general rule, camps will require a minimum of 6 campers to run but will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If your camp is canceled by us, you will receive a full refund.

Otherwise, all 2024 camp registrations are non-refundable.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Main
Broadway Stars Happy Helpers
Sing and dance along to Broadway favorites in this super-fun camp! The dancers will learn kid-friendly routines and create special crafts that relate to theatre & movie musicals!

The Happy Helpers program is dance camp fun, for the older crew! They will participate in camp activities but their priority will be acting as junior assistants to the camp teachers! Full-week enrollment is required, as is the online orientation. Happy Helpers will be assigned to groups of campers as needed, and are not guaranteed to be leading a sibling’s group.

Enrollment is non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Main
Mermaids & Sharks Dance & Craft Camp
Are you ready to make a splash? We’ll dive under the sea and play in the sand in our imaginations. Dance like mermaids & sharks and show off surfer-cool dance moves!

This camp will:
-explore different dance styles
-learn mini routines
-play movement games
-complete craft projects
-foster creativity & more!

Campers will be grouped by age when possible; siblings may or may not be in the same group.

When weather permits, we will spend 30-45 minutes in our outdoor space, for snacks, water play, and more.

Campers must be potty-trained.

As a general rule, camps will require a minimum of 6 campers to run but will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If your camp is canceled by us, you will receive a full refund.

Otherwise, all 2024 camp registrations are non-refundable.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Main
Mermaids & Sharks Happy Helpers
Are you ready to make a splash? We’ll dive under the sea and play in the sand in our imaginations. Dance like mermaids & sharks and show off surfer-cool dance moves!

The Happy Helpers program is dance camp fun, for the older crew! They will participate in camp activities but their priority will be acting as junior assistants to the camp teachers! Full-week enrollment is required, as is the online orientation. Happy Helpers will be assigned to groups of campers as needed, and are not guaranteed to be leading a sibling’s group.

Enrollment is non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Main
Paw-ty Patrol Dance & Craft Camp
Sing and dance along to Broadway favorites in this super-fun camp! The dancers will learn kid-friendly routines and create special crafts that relate to theatre & movie musicals!

This camp will:
-explore different dance styles
-learn mini routines
-play movement games
-complete craft projects
-foster creativity & more!

Campers will be grouped by age when possible; siblings may or may not be in the same group.

When weather permits, we will spend 30-45 minutes in our outdoor space, for snacks, water play, and more.

Campers must be potty-trained.

As a general rule, camps will require a minimum of 6 campers to run but will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If your camp is canceled by us, you will receive a full refund.

Otherwise, all 2024 camp registrations are non-refundable.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Main
Paw-ty Patrol Happy Helpers
Pups and pigs and ponies, oh my! In this camp, we’ll dance like our favorite cartoon characters, with music to match. Who’s ready to pawty down?!

The Happy Helpers program is dance camp fun, for the older crew! They will participate in camp activities but their priority will be acting as junior assistants to the camp teachers! Full-week enrollment is required, as is the online orientation. Happy Helpers will be assigned to groups of campers as needed, and are not guaranteed to be leading a sibling’s group.

Enrollment is non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Main
Pop Star Era Dance & Craft Camp
We’re in our pop star era! The campers will dance to their favorite tunes and pretend to be pop stars in their own right with rockin’ dance routines, games, & crafts too!

This camp will:
-explore different dance styles
-learn mini routines
-play movement games
-complete craft projects
-foster creativity & more!

Campers will be grouped by age when possible; siblings may or may not be in the same group.

When weather permits, we will spend 30-45 minutes in our outdoor space, for snacks, water play, and more.

Campers must be potty-trained.

As a general rule, camps will require a minimum of 6 campers to run but will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If your camp is canceled by us, you will receive a full refund.

Otherwise, all 2024 camp registrations are non-refundable.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Main
Pop Star Era Happy Helpers
We’re in our pop star era! The campers will dance to their favorite tunes and pretend to be pop stars in their own right with rockin’ dance routines, games, & crafts too!

The Happy Helpers program is dance camp fun, for the older crew! They will participate in camp activities but their priority will be acting as junior assistants to the camp teachers! Full-week enrollment is required, as is the online orientation. Happy Helpers will be assigned to groups of campers as needed, and are not guaranteed to be leading a sibling’s group.

Enrollment is non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Main
Royalty & Villains Dance & Craft Camp
Dance at the ball & let down your hair! Take a magic carpet ride! Slay a dragon and save the kingdom! The campers will dance the day away as their favorite royal characters.

This camp will:
-explore different dance styles
-learn mini routines
-play movement games
-complete craft projects
-foster creativity & more!

Campers will be grouped by age when possible; siblings may or may not be in the same group.

When weather permits, we will spend 30-45 minutes in our outdoor space, for snacks, water play, and more.

Campers must be potty-trained.

As a general rule, camps will require a minimum of 6 campers to run but will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If your camp is canceled by us, you will receive a full refund.

Otherwise, all 2024 camp registrations are non-refundable.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Main
Royalty & Villains Happy Helpers
Dance at the ball & let down your hair! Take a magic carpet ride! Slay a dragon and save the kingdom! The campers will dance the day away as their favorite royal characters.

The Happy Helpers program is dance camp fun, for the older crew! They will participate in camp activities but their priority will be acting as junior assistants to the camp teachers! Full-week enrollment is required, as is the online orientation. Happy Helpers will be assigned to groups of campers as needed, and are not guaranteed to be leading a sibling’s group.

Enrollment is non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Main
Uniquely You Dance & Craft Camp
With unicorns and rainbows galore, we will celebrate everything that makes you unique & special! Dance with the confidence like the unique unicorn you are, in this fun camp!

This camp will:
-explore different dance styles
-learn mini routines
-play movement games
-complete craft projects
-foster creativity & more!

Campers will be grouped by age when possible; siblings may or may not be in the same group.

When weather permits, we will spend 30-45 minutes in our outdoor space, for snacks, water play, and more.

Campers must be potty-trained.

As a general rule, camps will require a minimum of 6 campers to run but will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If your camp is canceled by us, you will receive a full refund.

Otherwise, all 2024 camp registrations are non-refundable.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Main
Uniquely You Happy Helpers
With unicorns and rainbows galore, we will celebrate everything that makes you unique & special! Dance with the confidence like the unique unicorn you are, in this fun camp

The Happy Helpers program is dance camp fun, for the older crew! They will participate in camp activities but their priority will be acting as junior assistants to the camp teachers! Full-week enrollment is required, as is the online orientation. Happy Helpers will be assigned to groups of campers as needed, and are not guaranteed to be leading a sibling’s group.

Enrollment is non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Main
Zombies & Trolls Dance & Craft Camp
Zombies, aliens, werewolves.......and trolls! This camp will feature the music from popular tv shows & movies, with the dance steps and cool crafts to match!

This camp will:
-explore different dance styles
-learn mini routines
-play movement games
-complete craft projects
-foster creativity & more!

Campers will be grouped by age when possible; siblings may or may not be in the same group.

When weather permits, we will spend 30-45 minutes in our outdoor space, for snacks, water play, and more.

Campers must be potty-trained.

As a general rule, camps will require a minimum of 6 campers to run but will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If your camp is canceled by us, you will receive a full refund.

Otherwise, all 2024 camp registrations are non-refundable.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Main
Zombies & Trolls Happy Helpers
Zombies, aliens, werewolves.......and trolls! This camp will feature the music from popular tv shows & movies, with the dance steps and cool crafts to match!

The Happy Helpers program is dance camp fun, for the older crew! They will participate in camp activities but their priority will be acting as junior assistants to the camp teachers! Full-week enrollment is required, as is the online orientation. Happy Helpers will be assigned to groups of campers as needed, and are not guaranteed to be leading a sibling’s group.

Enrollment is non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Main
Broadway Stars AFTER PARTY
Extended day portion, to add on to the 9am-12pm camp! Campers will bring their own lunch and participate in extra dance & craft activities, and movie time!

* campers must also be enrolled in the 9am-12pm camp

Enrollment is non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Main
Broadway Stars Happy Helpers AFTER PARTY
Extended day portion, to add on to the 9am-12pm camp! Campers will bring their own lunch and participate in extra dance & craft activities, and movie time!

* Happy Helpers must also be enrolled in the 9am-12pm Happy Helpers camp

Enrollment is non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Main
Mermaids & Sharks AFTER PARTY
Extended day portion, to add on to the 9am-12pm camp! Campers will bring their own lunch and participate in extra dance & craft activities, and movie time!

* campers must also be enrolled in the 9am-12pm camp

Enrollment is non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Main
Mermaids & Sharks Happy Helpers AFTER PARTY
Extended day portion, to add on to the 9am-12pm camp! Campers will bring their own lunch and participate in extra dance & craft activities, and movie time!

* Happy Helpers must also be enrolled in the 9am-12pm Happy Helpers camp

Enrollment is non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Main
Paw-ty Patrol AFTER PARTY
Extended day portion, to add on to the 9am-12pm camp! Campers will bring their own lunch and participate in extra dance & craft activities, and movie time!

* campers must also be enrolled in the 9am-12pm camp

Enrollment is non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Main
Paw-ty Patrol Happy Helpers AFTER PARTY
Extended day portion, to add on to the 9am-12pm camp! Campers will bring their own lunch and participate in extra dance & craft activities, and movie time!

* Happy Helpers must also be enrolled in the 9am-12pm Happy Helpers camp

Enrollment is non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Main
Pop Star Era AFTER PARTY
Extended day portion, to add on to the 9am-12pm camp! Campers will bring their own lunch and participate in extra dance & craft activities, and movie time!

* campers must also be enrolled in the 9am-12pm camp

Enrollment is non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Main
Pop Star Era Happy Helpers AFTER PARTY
Extended day portion, to add on to the 9am-12pm camp! Campers will bring their own lunch and participate in extra dance & craft activities, and movie time!

* Happy Helpers must also be enrolled in the 9am-12pm Happy Helpers camp

Enrollment is non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Main
Royalty & Villains AFTER PARTY
Extended day portion, to add on to the 9am-12pm camp! Campers will bring their own lunch and participate in extra dance & craft activities, and movie time!

* campers must also be enrolled in the 9am-12pm camp
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Main
Royalty & Villains Happy Helpers AFTER PARTY
Extended day portion, to add on to the 9am-12pm camp! Campers will bring their own lunch and participate in extra dance & craft activities, and movie time!

* Happy Helpers must also be enrolled in the 9am-12pm Happy Helpers camp

Enrollment is non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Main
Uniquely You AFTER PARTY
Extended day portion, to add on to the 9am-12pm camp! Campers will bring their own lunch and participate in extra dance & craft activities, and movie time!

* campers must also be enrolled in the 9am-12pm camp

Enrollment is non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Main
Uniquely You Happy Helpers AFTER PARTY
Extended day portion, to add on to the 9am-12pm camp! Campers will bring their own lunch and participate in extra dance & craft activities, and movie time!

* Happy Helpers must also be enrolled in the 9am-12pm Happy Helpers camp

Enrollment is non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Main
Zombies & Trolls AFTER PARTY
Extended day portion, to add on to the 9am-12pm camp! Campers will bring their own lunch and participate in extra dance & craft activities, and movie time!

* campers must also be enrolled in the 9am-12pm camp

Enrollment is non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Main
Zombies & Trolls Happy Helpers AFTER PARTY
Extended day portion, to add on to the 9am-12pm camp! Campers will bring their own lunch and participate in extra dance & craft activities, and movie time!

* Happy Helpers must also be enrolled in the 9am-12pm Happy Helpers camp

Enrollment is non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Main
Acro Dance Camp - Preschool Level
This camp is all about acrobatics and tumbling and how they combine with dance! The students will work on building strength and flexibility, in addition to skills like bridges, somersaults, & more.

Enrollment in Summer Dance Camps in non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Back Studio
Main
Dance Intensive Technique & Style Dance Camp
Brush up on your dance technique, try a new dance style, and explore new elements of dance, like choreography, history and more! At the Dance Intensive, the students will get a more in-depth view of dance while also reuniting with friends and teachers! The sessions will be separated by age and level, and the camps require prior dance experience.

Enrollment in Summer Dance Camps is non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
4:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Main
Dance Intensive Technique & Style Dance Camp
Brush up on your dance technique, try a new dance style, and explore new elements of dance, like choreography, history and more! At the Dance Intensive, the students will get a more in-depth view of dance while also reuniting with friends and teachers! The sessions will be separated by age and level, and the camps require prior dance experience.

Enrollment in Summer Dance Camps is non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
4:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Main
Dance Intensive Technique & Style Dance Camp
Brush up on your dance technique, try a new dance style, and explore new elements of dance, like choreography, history and more! At the Dance Intensive, the students will get a more in-depth view of dance while also reuniting with friends and teachers! The sessions will be separated by age and level, and the camps require prior dance experience.

Enrollment in Summer Dance Camps is non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
4:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Main
Dance Intensive Technique & Style Dance Camp
Brush up on your dance technique, try a new dance style, and explore new elements of dance, like choreography, history and more! At the Dance Intensive, the students will get a more in-depth view of dance while also reuniting with friends and teachers! The sessions will be separated by age and level, and the camps require prior dance experience.

Enrollment in Summer Dance Camps is non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
4:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Main
Acro Dance Camp - Beginning Level
This camp is all about acrobatics and tumbling and how they combine with dance! The students will work on building strength and flexibility, in addition to skills like bridges, somersaults, handstands & more. If your dancer is newer to acro, please choose the Beginning level. If your dancer has taken acro at Movement & Sound for the 2023-2024 school year, Ms. Kate has given the students' levels to us. If your dancer is eligible for the Intermediate or Advanced classes, then that class will be visible on our portal. If not, the Beginning Level is right for your dancer. If your dancer has taken acro at Movement & Sound last year or elsewhere, please email us to find out the best camp level for them. An evaluation class might be needed.

Enrollment in Summer Dance Camps in non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Main
Acro Dance Camp - Intermediate Level
This camp is all about acrobatics and tumbling and how they combine with dance! The students will work on building strength and flexibility, in addition to skills like bridges, somersaults, handstands, cartwheels & more. If your dancer has taken acro at Movement & Sound for the 2023-2024 school year, Ms. Kate has given the students' levels to us. If your dancer is eligible for the Advanced camp, then that class will be visible on our portal. If not, the Beginning or Intermediate Level is right for your dancer. If your dancer has taken acro at Movement & Sound last year or elsewhere, please email us to find out the best camp level for them. An evaluation class might be needed.

Enrollment in Summer Dance Camps in non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
Main
Acro Dance Camp - Advanced Level
This camp is all about acrobatics and tumbling and how they combine with dance! The students will work on building strength and flexibility, in addition to skills like bridges, somersaults, handstands, cartwheels & more. If your dancer has taken acro at Movement & Sound for the 2023-2024 school year, Ms. Kate has given the students' levels to us. If your dancer is eligible for the Advanced camp, then that class will be visible on our portal. If your dancer has taken acro at Movement & Sound last year or elsewhere, please email us to find out the best camp level for them. An evaluation class might be needed.

Enrollment in Summer Dance Camps in non-refundable, unless the camp is canceled by Movement & Sound.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
7:15 PM to 8:30 PM
Main

2024 Dance Company Placement Audition

Name
Days
Location
Dance Company Placement Audition
All dancers, including previous company members, who would like to be a part of 2024-2025 dance company must attend the Placement Audition. If a dancer is unable to attend the Placement Audition, a special placement class must be scheduled during our July session. Please email movementandsounddance@gmail.com to set this up. The opportunity to schedule a special placement class and enroll in company will end on Aug 1.
Monday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Main
Dance Company Placement Audition
All dancers, including previous company members, who would like to be a part of 2024-2025 dance company must attend the Placement Audition. If a dancer is unable to attend the Placement Audition, a special placement class must be scheduled during our July session. Please email movementandsounddance@gmail.com to set this up. The opportunity to schedule a special placement class and enroll in company will end on Aug 1.
Monday
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Main

July 2024 Summer Class Session

Name
Days
Location
Mini Movers
With your help, your little one will master skills like balancing and jumping as well as have an introduction to basic dance vocabulary –all while dancing with his or her favorite dance partner, you! The students will develop school skills, like listening & taking turns, as well as a sense of rhythm & musicality. This class requires caregiver participation.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Tuesday
10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Front Studio
Main
On My Own Creative Movement
In this class, your dancer will take his or her first step into independent dance! We'll work on basic ballet dance vocabulary, as well as important school skills, like listening, taking turns, and problem-solving. They will make progress in motor skills like jumping, hopping, and balancing too! Each class will be based around an imaginative theme, and the dancers will play-pretend while learning.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Tuesday
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Front Studio
Main
Ballet Fundamentals
In Ballet Fundamentals, the dancers will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique, in the ways that are age-appropriate, developmentally-appropriate and engaging! They will be introduced to the ballet steps that all ballet vocabulary is built upon, including: exploring the use of turn-out, maintaining balance; learning the dance way to jump, hop, slide, and gallop; and how to use their bodies to make different shapes and lines. This class uses imaginative concepts, books, and themes to increase learning.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Tuesday
11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Front Studio
Main
Tap Fundamentals
In Tap Fundamentals, the dancers will begin to learn basic tap dance steps to fun upbeat & kid-friendly music. They will work on understanding how each part of their tap shoe makes distinct and different sounds, and they will work on different rhythmic patterns and tempos. They will work on transferring weight, traveling around while making rhythms, and identifying their right and left. The dancers will learn to put these skills together into sequences and patterns, through short routines and choreography combos. This class uses imaginative concepts and movement games to increase learning.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Tuesday
11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Front Studio
Main
Tap Fundamentals
In Tap Fundamentals, the dancers will begin to learn basic tap dance steps to fun upbeat & kid-friendly music. They will work on understanding how each part of their tap shoe makes distinct and different sounds, and they will work on different rhythmic patterns and tempos. They will work on transferring weight, traveling around while making rhythms, and identifying their right and left. The dancers will learn to put these skills together into sequences and patterns, through short routines and choreography combos. This class uses imaginative concepts and movement games to increase learning.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Tuesday
4:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Front Studio
Main
Musical Theatre Elements/Foundations
Have you ever wanted to learn how Broadway & movie musicals work together with dance? In this class, the dancers will work on the jazz dance technique common in many musicals, as well as learn fun mini routines to favorite showtunes!

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Tuesday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
Back Studio
Main
Ballet Fundamentals
In Ballet Fundamentals, the dancers will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique, in the ways that are age-appropriate, developmentally-appropriate and engaging! They will be introduced to the ballet steps that all ballet vocabulary is built upon, including: exploring the use of turn-out, maintaining balance; learning the dance way to jump, hop, slide, and gallop; and how to use their bodies to make different shapes and lines. This class uses imaginative concepts, books, and themes to increase learning.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Tuesday
5:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Front Studio
Main
Tap Elements
In Tap Elements, the dancers will build on their knowledge of tap dance steps, adding new vocabulary as they are developmentally ready. They will work on more intricate steps as well as the difference between even and swing rhythms, with a focus on musicality. They learn how one tap step builds on the next and they will practice coordinating arm movements with their steps. The dancers will learn to put these skills together into sequences and patterns, through short routines and choreography combos. They will continue to use imaginative concepts and games to increase learning.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Front Studio
Main
Jazz Foundations
In Jazz Foundations, the dancers will increase their jazz dance vocabulary, building on and reviewing steps and skills they learned previously. Using balance and control, they will progress through different phases of dance turns and jumps. They will work on strength-building and flexibility. They will be challenged with longer and more intricate sequences of steps and they will work on adding different kinds of energy and personality to their combos and choreography.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Tuesday
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
Back Studio
Main
Jazz Elements
In Jazz Elements, the dancers will build on their knowledge of jazz dance steps, adding new vocabulary as they are developmentally ready. They will work on quick weight-changes and direction-changes,as well as alternating feet with their steps. They learn correct body posture while executing jumps and other elevations, and they will practice coordinating arm movements with their steps. The dancers will learn to put these skills together into sequences and patterns, through short routines and choreography combos. They will continue to use imaginative concepts and games to increase learning.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Tuesday
6:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Front Studio
Main
Jazz Explorations
In Jazz Explorations, the dancers will work on leveling-up all of the skills they already know, through clarity of shape and line, and control. They will broaden their understanding of the mechanics of the technique needed to execute clean turns, jumps and leaps and they will learn new and more difficult steps as they are developmentally ready. The class will include warm-ups, stretching, strength-building, center work, traveling combinations, and choreography.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Tuesday
6:30 PM to 7:15 PM
Back Studio
Main
Tap Foundations
In Tap Foundations, the dancers will increase their tap dance vocabulary, building on and reviewing steps and skills they learned previously. Using clarity, speed, and control, they will learn to change the rhythm and speed of their steps and to be accurate with their sounds. They will be challenged with longer and more intricate sequences of steps and they will work on timing, holding the downbeat, and musicality.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Tuesday
6:30 PM to 7:15 PM
Front Studio
Main
Musical Theatre Workshop for Explorations/Accelerations
Have you ever wanted to learn how Broadway & movie musicals work together with dance? In this class, the dancers will work on the jazz dance technique common in many musicals, as well as learn fun mini routines to favorite showtunes!

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Tuesday
7:15 PM to 8:00 PM
Front Studio
Main
Ballet Explorations
In Ballet Explorations, the dancers will refine their ballet technique and work on increasing stamina, strength, and grace in all of their combinations and choreography. The class will cycle through barre work, center work, and across-the-floor combinations, using repetition to build muscle memory and recall of steps. The dancers work on proper ballet posture, and on increasing strength and flexibility. They will be asked to remember the definitions for ballet vocabulary and will learn how to identify different steps, turns, and jumps.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Wednesday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Back Studio
Main
Tap Accelerations
In Tap Accelerations, the dancers will take their tap technique to the next level, through complicated footwork patterns, speed, improvisation, and artistry. They will broaden their understanding of the mechanics of the technique needed to execute multi-sound steps with clarity and control, and they will learn new and more difficult steps and tricks as they are developmentally ready. The class will include warm-ups, center work, traveling and turning steps, new choreography, and historical choreography. Dancers will be encouraged to find their own artistic voice as a tap dancer.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Wednesday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Front Studio
Main
PrePointe & Conditioning
In PrePointe & Conditioning, dancers will work on the strength needed, specifically in their feet, ankles, and legs, to progress towards being ready to go en pointe. This class must be taken in conjunction with a ballet class.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Wednesday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Back Studio
Main
Tap Explorations
In Tap Explorations, the dancers will work on leveling-up all of the skills they already know, through clarity of sound, timing, weight shifts, and speed. They will use repetition, concepts like “three-and-a-break”, and reversing a combination to broaden their understanding of the mechanics and musicality needed to be “in the pocket” of the rhythm. Once they are able to execute timesteps and all foundational tap steps clearly and at different speeds, they will begin to learn tap tricks that they are developmentally ready for. The dancers will be encouraged to create their own rhythms and steps, through the use of tap games.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Wednesday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Front Studio
Main
Ballet Accelerations
In Ballet Accelerations, the dancers will work on gaining a greater understanding of the technique needed to properly execute their ballet steps, through clarity of shape and line, turn-out, epaulment, and body control. The class will have a large focus on understanding the “how and why” behind ballet technique, and how certain steps are the basis of many more. They will work on executing multiple clean turns and intricate jumps and leaps.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Wednesday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Back Studio
Main
Beg/Int Tap (ages 11& up)
The Beginning/Intermediate Tap class is geared for tweens, teens and adults who are new or newer to dance. This class will cover the foundational tap basics to get the dancer ready for future classes during our school-year length program.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Wednesday
6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
Front Studio
Main
Beg/Int Jazz (ages 11& up)
The Beginning/Intermediate Jazz class is geared for tweens, teens and adults who are new or newer to dance. This class will cover the foundational tap basics to get the dancer ready for future classes during our school-year length program.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Wednesday
6:45 PM to 7:30 PM
Front Studio
Main
Pointe
In PrePointe & Conditioning, dancers will work on the strength needed, specifically in their feet, ankles, and legs, to keep progressing in Pointe. This class must be taken in conjunction with ballet.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Wednesday
7:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Back Studio
Main
Beg/Int Ballet (ages 11& up)
The Beginning/Intermediate Jazz class is geared for tweens, teens and adults who are new or newer to dance. This class will cover the foundational tap basics to get the dancer ready for future classes during our school-year length program.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Wednesday
7:30 PM to 8:15 PM
Front Studio
Main
Modern/Contemporary Accelerations 2-3
In Modern/Contemporary, the dancers will work on the foundations of lyrical & modern dance, such as undercurves, overcurves, contract and release, floorwork, and more. The dancers will explore using their emotions and the lyrics in the music, or in a choreographer’s story, to fuel their movement. They will spend time on the nuanced and modern-based movement inherent in contemporary dance, and dancers at this level will be encouraged to take artistic risks and step outside of their comfort zones.

Enrollment in the July Session in non-refundable.
Wednesday
7:30 PM to 8:15 PM
Back Studio
Main
Hip Hop Elements
In Hip Hop Foundations, the dancers will learn the basics of hip hop technique, as well as the history of this multi-faceted dance style.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Front Studio
Main
Jazz Fundamentals
In Jazz Fundamentals, the dancers will begin to learn basic jazz dance steps, to fun upbeat & kid-friendly music. They will work on movement that shifts weight, uses sharp energy, isolates individual body parts, as well as large motor skills like jumping, hopping, and skipping. The dancers will learn to put these skills together into sequences and patterns, through short routines and choreography combos. This class uses imaginative concepts and movement games to increase learning.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Back Studio
Main
Ballet & Lyrical Elements
In Ballet & Lyrical Elements, the dancers will work on:

-ballet skills at the barre and in center that increase flexibility, strength, balance, and control as well as the French words for many ballet terms

- the foundations of lyrical & modern dance, such as undercurves, overcurves, contract and release, floorwork, and more

The dancers will explore using their emotions and the lyrics in the music, or in a choreographer’s story, to fuel their movement.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Thursday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Back Studio
Main
Hip Hop Foundations
In Hip Hop Foundations, the dancers will learn the basics of hip hop technique, as well as the history of this multi-faceted dance style.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Thursday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Front Studio
Main
Ballet & Lyrical Foundations
In Ballet & Lyrical Foundations, the dancers will work on:

-ballet skills at the barre and in center that increase flexibility, strength, balance, and control as well as the French words for many ballet terms

- the foundations of lyrical & modern dance, such as undercurves, overcurves, contract and release, floorwork, and more

The dancers will explore using their emotions and the lyrics in the music, or in a choreographer’s story, to fuel their movement.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Thursday
5:45 PM to 6:45 PM
Back Studio
Main
Hip Hop Explorations
Hip Hop Explorations will introduce the students to the facets of dance that evolved from hip hop culture and hip hop music. The class will use technique, combos, and choreography to explore the many styles and skills that fall under the hip hop umbrella.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Thursday
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
Front Studio
Main
Lyrical/Modern Explorations
In Lyrical, the dancers will work on the foundations of lyrical & modern dance, such as undercurves, overcurves, contract and release, floorwork, and more. The dancers will explore using their emotions and the lyrics in the music, or in a choreographer’s story, to fuel their movement.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Thursday
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
Back Studio
Main
Hip Hop Accelerations
Hip Hop Accelerations will involve the students in the facets of dance that evolved from hip hop culture and hip hop music. The class will use technique, combos, and choreography to explore the many styles and skills that fall under the hip hop umbrella.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Thursday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Front Studio
Main
Adult Hip Hop
This class will introduce the students to the facets of dance that evolved from hip hop culture and hip hop music. The class will use technique, combos, and choreography to explore the many styles and skills that fall under the hip hop umbrella.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Thursday
7:30 PM to 8:15 PM
Front Studio
Main
Jazz Accelerations & Leaps/Turns
In Jazz Accelerations, the dancers will work on leveling-up all of the skills they already know, through clarity of shape and line, and control. The class will have a large focus on understanding the “how and why” behind jazz technique. They will broaden their understanding of the mechanics of the technique needed to execute multiple clean turns, higher jumps and more intricate leaps, and they will learn new and more difficult steps as they are developmentally ready. The class will include warm-ups, stretching, strength-
building, center work, traveling combinations, and choreography.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Thursday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Back Studio
Main
Mini Movers
With your help, your little one will master skills like balancing and jumping as well as have an introduction to basic dance vocabulary –all while dancing with his or her favorite dance partner, you! The students will develop school skills, like listening & taking turns, as well as a sense of rhythm & musicality. This class requires caregiver participation.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Saturday
10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Front Studio
Main
On My Own Creative Movement
In this class, your dancer will take his or her first step into independent dance! We'll work on basic ballet dance vocabulary, as well as important school skills, like listening, taking turns, and problem-solving. They will make progress in motor skills like jumping, hopping, and balancing too! Each class will be based around an imaginative theme, and the dancers will play-pretend while learning.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Saturday
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Front Studio
Main
Ballet Fundamentals
In Ballet Fundamentals, the dancers will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique, in the ways that are age-appropriate, developmentally-appropriate and engaging! They will be introduced to the ballet steps that all ballet vocabulary is built upon, including: exploring the use of turn-out, maintaining balance; learning the dance way to jump, hop, slide, and gallop; and how to use their bodies to make different shapes and lines. This class uses imaginative concepts, books, and themes to increase learning.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Saturday
11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Front Studio
Main
Tap Fundamentals
In Tap Fundamentals, the dancers will begin to learn basic tap dance steps to fun upbeat & kid-friendly music. They will work on understanding how each part of their tap shoe makes distinct and different sounds, and they will work on different rhythmic patterns and tempos. They will work on transferring weight, traveling around while making rhythms, and identifying their right and left. The dancers will learn to put these skills together into sequences and patterns, through short routines and choreography combos. This class uses imaginative concepts and movement games to increase learning.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Saturday
11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Front Studio
Main
Jazz Fundamentals
In Jazz Fundamentals, the dancers will begin to learn basic jazz dance steps, to fun upbeat & kid-friendly music. They will work on movement that shifts weight, uses sharp energy, isolates individual body parts, as well as large motor skills like jumping, hopping, and skipping. The dancers will learn to put these skills together into sequences and patterns, through short routines and choreography combos. This class uses imaginative concepts and movement games to increase learning.

Enrollment in the July Session is non-refundable.
Saturday
12:00 PM to 12:30 PM
Front Studio
Main