Please see our class & level descriptions on our website (BAHStudios.net) for more information.
Summer Workshops & Classes
Ballet 1 & 2 Technique
A 4-week summer course in ballet technique for level 1 & 2 dancers. Cost is $55.
Classes will meet for 2 Mondays a month from 6:00-7:00 starting mid-July: July 15, July 22, Aug 5 & Aug 12.
*Level I- Ages 6 & up
*Level II- Ages 9 & up (dependent upon experience)
A 4-week summer course in ballet technique for level 1 & 2 dancers. Cost is $55.
Classes will meet for 2 Mondays a month from 6:00-7:00 starting mid-July: July 15, July 22, Aug 5 & Aug 12.
*Level I- Ages 6 & up
*Level II- Ages 9 & up (dependent upon experience)
Monday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
BAHS
Acro Summer Intensive, 2-Part (Ages 4-6)
(Ages 4-6)
PART 1: Tues, July 23, 2024
PART 2: Tues, Aug 6, 2024
9:30-10:30
$35
ACRO, also referred to as acrobatics is a form of dance training that utilizes, kicking, jumping, balancing on your hands, back bending, rolling and tumbling elements practiced on mats. Acro Dance is an art form blending dance technique and acrobatic elements. This Acro Intensive will be focused on teaching the beginner AND the experienced how to train your body, learn acro tricks and connect them to choreography. Athletes will learn proper stretches, foundational skills, strength and conditioning, and progressions that are custom to their needs. Athletes will practice acrobatic tricks with proper support and assistance as well as learn ways to practice safely on their own. **Attire: leotard or fitted tank with fitted shorts or leggings, barefoot, hair pulled back **please no high bun as it gets in the way of tricks and no tights as they can be slippery when getting a spot for tricks. Bring water bottle for water breaks
(Ages 4-6)
PART 1: Tues, July 23, 2024
PART 2: Tues, Aug 6, 2024
9:30-10:30
$35
ACRO, also referred to as acrobatics is a form of dance training that utilizes, kicking, jumping, balancing on your hands, back bending, rolling and tumbling elements practiced on mats. Acro Dance is an art form blending dance technique and acrobatic elements. This Acro Intensive will be focused on teaching the beginner AND the experienced how to train your body, learn acro tricks and connect them to choreography. Athletes will learn proper stretches, foundational skills, strength and conditioning, and progressions that are custom to their needs. Athletes will practice acrobatic tricks with proper support and assistance as well as learn ways to practice safely on their own. **Attire: leotard or fitted tank with fitted shorts or leggings, barefoot, hair pulled back **please no high bun as it gets in the way of tricks and no tights as they can be slippery when getting a spot for tricks. Bring water bottle for water breaks
Tuesday
9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
BAHS
Acro Summer Intensive, 2-Part (Ages 7-10)
(Ages 7-10)
PART 1: Tues, July 23, 2024
PART 2: Tues, Aug 6, 2024
10:30-12:30
$55
ACRO, also referred to as acrobatics is a form of dance training that utilizes, kicking, jumping, balancing on your hands, back bending, rolling and tumbling elements practiced on mats. Acro Dance is an art form blending dance technique and acrobatic elements. This Acro Intensive will be focused on teaching the beginner AND the experienced how to train your body, learn acro tricks and connect them to choreography. Athletes will learn proper stretches, foundational skills, strength and conditioning, and progressions that are custom to their needs. Athletes will practice acrobatic tricks with proper support and assistance as well as learn ways to practice safely on their own. **Attire: leotard or fitted tank with fitted shorts or leggings, barefoot, hair pulled back **please no high bun as it gets in the way of tricks and no tights as they can be slippery when getting a spot for tricks. Bring water bottle for water breaks
(Ages 7-10)
PART 1: Tues, July 23, 2024
PART 2: Tues, Aug 6, 2024
10:30-12:30
$55
ACRO, also referred to as acrobatics is a form of dance training that utilizes, kicking, jumping, balancing on your hands, back bending, rolling and tumbling elements practiced on mats. Acro Dance is an art form blending dance technique and acrobatic elements. This Acro Intensive will be focused on teaching the beginner AND the experienced how to train your body, learn acro tricks and connect them to choreography. Athletes will learn proper stretches, foundational skills, strength and conditioning, and progressions that are custom to their needs. Athletes will practice acrobatic tricks with proper support and assistance as well as learn ways to practice safely on their own. **Attire: leotard or fitted tank with fitted shorts or leggings, barefoot, hair pulled back **please no high bun as it gets in the way of tricks and no tights as they can be slippery when getting a spot for tricks. Bring water bottle for water breaks
Tuesday
10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
BAHS
Acro Summer Intensive, 2-Part (Ages 11 & up)
(Ages 11 & up)
PART 1: Tues, July 23, 2024
PART 2: Tues, Aug 6, 2024
1:00-3:00
$55
ACRO, also referred to as acrobatics is a form of dance training that utilizes, kicking, jumping, balancing on your hands, back bending, rolling and tumbling elements practiced on mats. Acro Dance is an art form blending dance technique and acrobatic elements. This Acro Intensive will be focused on teaching the beginner AND the experienced how to train your body, learn acro tricks and connect them to choreography. Athletes will learn proper stretches, foundational skills, strength and conditioning, and progressions that are custom to their needs. Athletes will practice acrobatic tricks with proper support and assistance as well as learn ways to practice safely on their own. **Attire: leotard or fitted tank with fitted shorts or leggings, barefoot, hair pulled back **please no high bun as it gets in the way of tricks and no tights as they can be slippery when getting a spot for tricks. Bring water bottle for water breaks
(Ages 11 & up)
PART 1: Tues, July 23, 2024
PART 2: Tues, Aug 6, 2024
1:00-3:00
$55
ACRO, also referred to as acrobatics is a form of dance training that utilizes, kicking, jumping, balancing on your hands, back bending, rolling and tumbling elements practiced on mats. Acro Dance is an art form blending dance technique and acrobatic elements. This Acro Intensive will be focused on teaching the beginner AND the experienced how to train your body, learn acro tricks and connect them to choreography. Athletes will learn proper stretches, foundational skills, strength and conditioning, and progressions that are custom to their needs. Athletes will practice acrobatic tricks with proper support and assistance as well as learn ways to practice safely on their own. **Attire: leotard or fitted tank with fitted shorts or leggings, barefoot, hair pulled back **please no high bun as it gets in the way of tricks and no tights as they can be slippery when getting a spot for tricks. Bring water bottle for water breaks
Tuesday
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
BAHS
Ballet 3 & 4 Technique
A 6-week summer course in ballet technique for level 3 & 4 dancers. Cost is $82.50.
Classes will meet for 2 Wednesdays a month from 6:00-7:00: June 19, June 26, July 10, July 17, Aug 7 & Aug 14.
Dancers who wish to take the 6-week pre-pointe/pointe summer course must also enroll in this ballet class.
*Level III- Ages 11 & up (dependent upon experience)
*Level IV- Ages 14 & up (dependent upon experience & instructor approval)
A 6-week summer course in ballet technique for level 3 & 4 dancers. Cost is $82.50.
Classes will meet for 2 Wednesdays a month from 6:00-7:00: June 19, June 26, July 10, July 17, Aug 7 & Aug 14.
Dancers who wish to take the 6-week pre-pointe/pointe summer course must also enroll in this ballet class.
*Level III- Ages 11 & up (dependent upon experience)
*Level IV- Ages 14 & up (dependent upon experience & instructor approval)
Wednesday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
BAHS
Pre-Pointe & Pointe Technique
A 6-week summer course in pointe technique for level 4 dancers. Cost is $67.50.
Classes will meet for 2 Wednesdays a month from 7:00-8:00: June 19, June 26, July 10, July 17, Aug 7 & Aug 14.
Dancers who wish to take the 6-week pre-pointe/pointe summer course must also enroll in the ballet 3 & 4 technique summer course. Dancers who wish to take pointe for the fall season are also required to take this summer course.
*Level IV- Ages 14 & up (dependent upon experience & instructor approval)
A 6-week summer course in pointe technique for level 4 dancers. Cost is $67.50.
Classes will meet for 2 Wednesdays a month from 7:00-8:00: June 19, June 26, July 10, July 17, Aug 7 & Aug 14.
Dancers who wish to take the 6-week pre-pointe/pointe summer course must also enroll in the ballet 3 & 4 technique summer course. Dancers who wish to take pointe for the fall season are also required to take this summer course.
*Level IV- Ages 14 & up (dependent upon experience & instructor approval)
Wednesday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
BAHS
Season 13 (2024-2025)
Hip Hop IV
Hip Hop IV- Ages 14 & up (dependent upon experience & instructor approval
The classification of "Hip Hop" dance is all over the place these days. It tends to carry a bad reputation because the over-sexualized dancing on social media and music videos is portrayed as hip hop. In actuality, most of that is not technically hip hop, but rather a commercialized form of dance (that should only be reserved for consenting adults), and is not what we teach at BAHS.
Hip Hop does in fact have a base of technique and structure (breakdancing, popping, locking, house, footwork, isolations, tutting, etc.) It is a fun, fast-paced, high-energy class. We focus a lot on loosening up the body (i.e.: don't have a stiff posture; slouch your shoulders; stay in your plie'- A.K.A. always dance with a bend in your knees; stay on the balls of your feet, etc.) which is a skill that is surprisingly challenging, especially for those with a background in classes like ballet or jazz. This class is a great way to express one's own individual style and unique personality.
Hip Hop IV- Ages 14 & up (dependent upon experience & instructor approval
The classification of "Hip Hop" dance is all over the place these days. It tends to carry a bad reputation because the over-sexualized dancing on social media and music videos is portrayed as hip hop. In actuality, most of that is not technically hip hop, but rather a commercialized form of dance (that should only be reserved for consenting adults), and is not what we teach at BAHS.
Hip Hop does in fact have a base of technique and structure (breakdancing, popping, locking, house, footwork, isolations, tutting, etc.) It is a fun, fast-paced, high-energy class. We focus a lot on loosening up the body (i.e.: don't have a stiff posture; slouch your shoulders; stay in your plie'- A.K.A. always dance with a bend in your knees; stay on the balls of your feet, etc.) which is a skill that is surprisingly challenging, especially for those with a background in classes like ballet or jazz. This class is a great way to express one's own individual style and unique personality.
Monday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
BAHS
Intro to Dance (3-5 yrs unparented) *Monday
Intro to Dance- Ages 3 to 5 (un-parented)
Intro to Dance/Intellidance® Kids is designed for children who are ready for a dance and music adventure independently! Kids will explore dance and music concepts through imaginative play while developing movement skills, balance, flexibility and coordination.
Instrumentation, singing, sensory props and creative dance will support the development of musicality and self-expression, helping all children become confident movers and shakers!
This class will also learn ballet & tap basics and perform in our end-of-the-season dance showcase.
Intro to Dance- Ages 3 to 5 (un-parented)
Intro to Dance/Intellidance® Kids is designed for children who are ready for a dance and music adventure independently! Kids will explore dance and music concepts through imaginative play while developing movement skills, balance, flexibility and coordination.
Instrumentation, singing, sensory props and creative dance will support the development of musicality and self-expression, helping all children become confident movers and shakers!
This class will also learn ballet & tap basics and perform in our end-of-the-season dance showcase.
Monday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
BAHS
Jazz II
Jazz II- Ages 9 & up (dependent upon experience)
Jazz is a fast-paced style of dance with a lot of technique, which stems from ballet. Students will work on advanced leaps, turns and jumps as well as focus on flexibility & strength. This style of dance pairs the grace and technique of ballet with the intensity & energy of faster, more upbeat music.
Jazz II- Ages 9 & up (dependent upon experience)
Jazz is a fast-paced style of dance with a lot of technique, which stems from ballet. Students will work on advanced leaps, turns and jumps as well as focus on flexibility & strength. This style of dance pairs the grace and technique of ballet with the intensity & energy of faster, more upbeat music.
Monday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
BAHS
Pre-Pointe
Pre-Pointe- Level III- Ages 11 & up (dependent upon experience)
Pointe is the part of classical ballet technique that concerns pointe work, in which a ballet dancer supports all body weight on the tips of fully extended feet. Pointe work is performed while wearing pointe shoes. A dancer should never work in pointe shoes until their teacher has told them they are ready to do so. Only after a dancer has demonstrated mastery of proper skills and technique, alignment, balance, control, strength and flexibility will a dance teacher recommend that the student advance to pointe ballet work. Starting pointe ballet training before these elements are acquired can lead to injuries because of weakness in the foot and ankle and overall lack of coordination.
Pre-pointe is taken in ballet slippers until the dancer has developed the strength and muscles necessary to go en pointe.
*All dancers wishing to take this class must be enrolled in Ballet/Lyrical III or IV to further assist development of technique and strength.
Pre-Pointe- Level III- Ages 11 & up (dependent upon experience)
Pointe is the part of classical ballet technique that concerns pointe work, in which a ballet dancer supports all body weight on the tips of fully extended feet. Pointe work is performed while wearing pointe shoes. A dancer should never work in pointe shoes until their teacher has told them they are ready to do so. Only after a dancer has demonstrated mastery of proper skills and technique, alignment, balance, control, strength and flexibility will a dance teacher recommend that the student advance to pointe ballet work. Starting pointe ballet training before these elements are acquired can lead to injuries because of weakness in the foot and ankle and overall lack of coordination.
Pre-pointe is taken in ballet slippers until the dancer has developed the strength and muscles necessary to go en pointe.
*All dancers wishing to take this class must be enrolled in Ballet/Lyrical III or IV to further assist development of technique and strength.
Monday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
BAHS
Tap I/II
Tap I/II- Ages 6 & up
Tap never gets boring because of the constant challenges it presents & the fact that you can always build on it. A lot of kids take their first couple of tap classes and get discouraged that it is "too hard". Tap is a bit like learning how to read or to do math. You can't read a word or solve an equation the first day you're introduced to these subjects. You first need to learn the individual letters & numbers. After getting familiar with them, you start putting them together to make words & equations and it all starts to make sense. It is the same with tap- you need to learn all the basic steps first. Once you do, you can start combining them to make new steps and combinations, and the possibilities are endless. It's a bit like having your own personal drums attached to your legs.
Tap I/II- Ages 6 & up
Tap never gets boring because of the constant challenges it presents & the fact that you can always build on it. A lot of kids take their first couple of tap classes and get discouraged that it is "too hard". Tap is a bit like learning how to read or to do math. You can't read a word or solve an equation the first day you're introduced to these subjects. You first need to learn the individual letters & numbers. After getting familiar with them, you start putting them together to make words & equations and it all starts to make sense. It is the same with tap- you need to learn all the basic steps first. Once you do, you can start combining them to make new steps and combinations, and the possibilities are endless. It's a bit like having your own personal drums attached to your legs.
Tuesday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
BAHS
Hip Hop I
Hip Hop I- Ages 6 & up
The classification of "Hip Hop" dance is all over the place these days. It tends to carry a bad reputation because the over-sexualized dancing on social media and music videos is portrayed as hip hop. In actuality, most of that is not technically hip hop, but rather a commercialized form of dance (that should only be reserved for consenting adults), and is not what we teach at BAHS.
Hip Hop does in fact have a base of technique and structure (breakdancing, popping, locking, house, footwork, isolations, tutting, etc.) It is a fun, fast-paced, high-energy class. We focus a lot on loosening up the body (i.e.: don't have a stiff posture; slouch your shoulders; stay in your plie'- A.K.A. always dance with a bend in your knees; stay on the balls of your feet, etc.) which is a skill that is surprisingly challenging, especially for those with a background in classes like ballet or jazz. This class is a great way to express one's own individual style and unique personality.
Hip Hop I- Ages 6 & up
The classification of "Hip Hop" dance is all over the place these days. It tends to carry a bad reputation because the over-sexualized dancing on social media and music videos is portrayed as hip hop. In actuality, most of that is not technically hip hop, but rather a commercialized form of dance (that should only be reserved for consenting adults), and is not what we teach at BAHS.
Hip Hop does in fact have a base of technique and structure (breakdancing, popping, locking, house, footwork, isolations, tutting, etc.) It is a fun, fast-paced, high-energy class. We focus a lot on loosening up the body (i.e.: don't have a stiff posture; slouch your shoulders; stay in your plie'- A.K.A. always dance with a bend in your knees; stay on the balls of your feet, etc.) which is a skill that is surprisingly challenging, especially for those with a background in classes like ballet or jazz. This class is a great way to express one's own individual style and unique personality.
Tuesday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
BAHS
Ballet/Lyrical II
Ballet/Lyrical II- Ages 9 & up (dependent upon experience)
Ballet is the root of all styles of dance. Proper technique, positioning & framing begins in ballet. Students will learn positioning of the feet, arms & body, as well as across-the-floor and on-the-barre routines and combinations. Basic leaps, jumps and turns begin in level 1 and become more advanced as the dancer progresses. Students will also work on musicality and rhythm, posture, and flexibility. A background in ballet is also essential for any lyrical or jazz dancer.
Lyrical is often defined as a loose combination of ballet, jazz & modern dance. Focus on expression and interpretation is key. Much of the technique used in this style of dance is ballet & jazz based, which is why we begin our younger dancers in ballet & jazz training before lyrical classes are available to them. Building on technique and adding expression and emotion to a dance is the basis of the lyrical style.
Ballet/Lyrical II- Ages 9 & up (dependent upon experience)
Ballet is the root of all styles of dance. Proper technique, positioning & framing begins in ballet. Students will learn positioning of the feet, arms & body, as well as across-the-floor and on-the-barre routines and combinations. Basic leaps, jumps and turns begin in level 1 and become more advanced as the dancer progresses. Students will also work on musicality and rhythm, posture, and flexibility. A background in ballet is also essential for any lyrical or jazz dancer.
Lyrical is often defined as a loose combination of ballet, jazz & modern dance. Focus on expression and interpretation is key. Much of the technique used in this style of dance is ballet & jazz based, which is why we begin our younger dancers in ballet & jazz training before lyrical classes are available to them. Building on technique and adding expression and emotion to a dance is the basis of the lyrical style.
Tuesday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
BAHS
Jazz III
Jazz III- Ages 11 & up (dependent upon experience)
Jazz is a fast-paced style of dance with a lot of technique, which stems from ballet. Students will work on advanced leaps, turns and jumps as well as focus on flexibility & strength. This style of dance pairs the grace and technique of ballet with the intensity & energy of faster, more upbeat music.
Jazz III- Ages 11 & up (dependent upon experience)
Jazz is a fast-paced style of dance with a lot of technique, which stems from ballet. Students will work on advanced leaps, turns and jumps as well as focus on flexibility & strength. This style of dance pairs the grace and technique of ballet with the intensity & energy of faster, more upbeat music.
Tuesday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
BAHS
Jazz IV
Jazz IV- Ages 14 & up (dependent upon experience & instructor approval)
Jazz is a fast-paced style of dance with a lot of technique, which stems from ballet. Students will work on advanced leaps, turns and jumps as well as focus on flexibility & strength. This style of dance pairs the grace and technique of ballet with the intensity & energy of faster, more upbeat music.
Jazz IV- Ages 14 & up (dependent upon experience & instructor approval)
Jazz is a fast-paced style of dance with a lot of technique, which stems from ballet. Students will work on advanced leaps, turns and jumps as well as focus on flexibility & strength. This style of dance pairs the grace and technique of ballet with the intensity & energy of faster, more upbeat music.
Tuesday
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
BAHS
Tap IV
Tap IV- Ages 14 & up (dependent upon experience & instructor approval)
Tap never gets boring because of the constant challenges it presents & the fact that you can always build on it. A lot of kids take their first couple of tap classes and get discouraged that it is "too hard". Tap is a bit like learning how to read or to do math. You can't read a word or solve an equation the first day you're introduced to these subjects. You first need to learn the individual letters & numbers. After getting familiar with them, you start putting them together to make words & equations and it all starts to make sense. It is the same with tap- you need to learn all the basic steps first. Once you do, you can start combining them to make new steps and combinations, and the possibilities are endless. It's a bit like having your own personal drums attached to your legs.
Tap IV- Ages 14 & up (dependent upon experience & instructor approval)
Tap never gets boring because of the constant challenges it presents & the fact that you can always build on it. A lot of kids take their first couple of tap classes and get discouraged that it is "too hard". Tap is a bit like learning how to read or to do math. You can't read a word or solve an equation the first day you're introduced to these subjects. You first need to learn the individual letters & numbers. After getting familiar with them, you start putting them together to make words & equations and it all starts to make sense. It is the same with tap- you need to learn all the basic steps first. Once you do, you can start combining them to make new steps and combinations, and the possibilities are endless. It's a bit like having your own personal drums attached to your legs.
Wednesday
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
BAHS
Intro to Dance (3-5 yrs unparented) *Wednesday
Intro to Dance- Ages 3 to 5 (un-parented)
Intro to Dance/Intellidance® Kids is designed for children who are ready for a dance and music adventure independently! Kids will explore dance and music concepts through imaginative play while developing movement skills, balance, flexibility and coordination.
Instrumentation, singing, sensory props and creative dance will support the development of musicality and self-expression, helping all children become confident movers and shakers!
This class will also learn ballet & tap basics and perform in our end-of-the-season dance showcase.
Intro to Dance- Ages 3 to 5 (un-parented)
Intro to Dance/Intellidance® Kids is designed for children who are ready for a dance and music adventure independently! Kids will explore dance and music concepts through imaginative play while developing movement skills, balance, flexibility and coordination.
Instrumentation, singing, sensory props and creative dance will support the development of musicality and self-expression, helping all children become confident movers and shakers!
This class will also learn ballet & tap basics and perform in our end-of-the-season dance showcase.
Wednesday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
BAHS
Tap III
Tap III- Ages 11 & up (dependent upon experience)
Tap never gets boring because of the constant challenges it presents & the fact that you can always build on it. A lot of kids take their first couple of tap classes and get discouraged that it is "too hard". Tap is a bit like learning how to read or to do math. You can't read a word or solve an equation the first day you're introduced to these subjects. You first need to learn the individual letters & numbers. After getting familiar with them, you start putting them together to make words & equations and it all starts to make sense. It is the same with tap- you need to learn all the basic steps first. Once you do, you can start combining them to make new steps and combinations, and the possibilities are endless. It's a bit like having your own personal drums attached to your legs.
Tap III- Ages 11 & up (dependent upon experience)
Tap never gets boring because of the constant challenges it presents & the fact that you can always build on it. A lot of kids take their first couple of tap classes and get discouraged that it is "too hard". Tap is a bit like learning how to read or to do math. You can't read a word or solve an equation the first day you're introduced to these subjects. You first need to learn the individual letters & numbers. After getting familiar with them, you start putting them together to make words & equations and it all starts to make sense. It is the same with tap- you need to learn all the basic steps first. Once you do, you can start combining them to make new steps and combinations, and the possibilities are endless. It's a bit like having your own personal drums attached to your legs.
Wednesday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
BAHS
Ballet I
Ballet I- Ages 6 & up
Ballet is the root of all styles of dance. Proper technique, positioning & framing begins in ballet. Students will learn positioning of the feet, arms & body, as well as across-the-floor and on-the-barre routines and combinations. Basic leaps, jumps and turns begin in level 1 and become more advanced as the dancer progresses. Students will also work on musicality and rhythm, posture, and flexibility. A background in ballet is also essential for any lyrical or jazz dancer.
Ballet I- Ages 6 & up
Ballet is the root of all styles of dance. Proper technique, positioning & framing begins in ballet. Students will learn positioning of the feet, arms & body, as well as across-the-floor and on-the-barre routines and combinations. Basic leaps, jumps and turns begin in level 1 and become more advanced as the dancer progresses. Students will also work on musicality and rhythm, posture, and flexibility. A background in ballet is also essential for any lyrical or jazz dancer.
Wednesday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
BAHS
Ballet & Lyrical IV
Ballet & Lyrical IV- Ages 14 & up (dependent upon experience & instructor approval)
Ballet is the root of all styles of dance. Proper technique, positioning & framing begins in ballet. Students will learn positioning of the feet, arms & body, as well as across-the-floor and on-the-barre routines and combinations. Basic leaps, jumps and turns begin in level 1 and become more advanced as the dancer progresses. Students will also work on musicality and rhythm, posture, and flexibility. A background in ballet is also essential for any lyrical or jazz dancer.
Lyrical is often defined as a loose combination of ballet, jazz & modern dance. Focus on expression and interpretation is key. Much of the technique used in this style of dance is ballet & jazz based, which is why we begin our younger dancers in ballet & jazz training before lyrical classes are available to them. Building on technique and adding expression and emotion to a dance is the basis of the lyrical style.
Ballet & Lyrical IV- Ages 14 & up (dependent upon experience & instructor approval)
Ballet is the root of all styles of dance. Proper technique, positioning & framing begins in ballet. Students will learn positioning of the feet, arms & body, as well as across-the-floor and on-the-barre routines and combinations. Basic leaps, jumps and turns begin in level 1 and become more advanced as the dancer progresses. Students will also work on musicality and rhythm, posture, and flexibility. A background in ballet is also essential for any lyrical or jazz dancer.
Lyrical is often defined as a loose combination of ballet, jazz & modern dance. Focus on expression and interpretation is key. Much of the technique used in this style of dance is ballet & jazz based, which is why we begin our younger dancers in ballet & jazz training before lyrical classes are available to them. Building on technique and adding expression and emotion to a dance is the basis of the lyrical style.
Wednesday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
BAHS
Pointe
Pointe- Ages 14 & up (dependent upon experience & instructor approval)
Pointe is the part of classical ballet technique that concerns pointe work, in which a ballet dancer supports all body weight on the tips of fully extended feet. Pointe work is performed while wearing pointe shoes. A dancer should never work in pointe shoes until their teacher has told them they are ready to do so. Only after a dancer has demonstrated mastery of proper skills and technique, alignment, balance, control, strength and flexibility will a dance teacher recommend that the student advance to pointe ballet work. Starting pointe ballet training before these elements are acquired can lead to injuries because of weakness in the foot and ankle and overall lack of coordination.
*All dancers wishing to take this class must be enrolled in Ballet/Lyrical IV to further assist development of technique and strength.
Pointe- Ages 14 & up (dependent upon experience & instructor approval)
Pointe is the part of classical ballet technique that concerns pointe work, in which a ballet dancer supports all body weight on the tips of fully extended feet. Pointe work is performed while wearing pointe shoes. A dancer should never work in pointe shoes until their teacher has told them they are ready to do so. Only after a dancer has demonstrated mastery of proper skills and technique, alignment, balance, control, strength and flexibility will a dance teacher recommend that the student advance to pointe ballet work. Starting pointe ballet training before these elements are acquired can lead to injuries because of weakness in the foot and ankle and overall lack of coordination.
*All dancers wishing to take this class must be enrolled in Ballet/Lyrical IV to further assist development of technique and strength.
Wednesday
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
BAHS
Hip Hop II/III
Hip Hop II/III- Ages 9 & up (dependent upon experience)
The classification of "Hip Hop" dance is all over the place these days. It tends to carry a bad reputation because the over-sexualized dancing on social media and music videos is portrayed as hip hop. In actuality, most of that is not technically hip hop, but rather a commercialized form of dance (that should only be reserved for consenting adults), and is not what we teach at BAHS.
Hip Hop does in fact have a base of technique and structure (breakdancing, popping, locking, house, footwork, isolations, tutting, etc.) It is a fun, fast-paced, high-energy class. We focus a lot on loosening up the body (i.e.: don't have a stiff posture; slouch your shoulders; stay in your plie'- A.K.A. always dance with a bend in your knees; stay on the balls of your feet, etc.) which is a skill that is surprisingly challenging, especially for those with a background in classes like ballet or jazz. This class is a great way to express one's own individual style and unique personality.
Hip Hop II/III- Ages 9 & up (dependent upon experience)
The classification of "Hip Hop" dance is all over the place these days. It tends to carry a bad reputation because the over-sexualized dancing on social media and music videos is portrayed as hip hop. In actuality, most of that is not technically hip hop, but rather a commercialized form of dance (that should only be reserved for consenting adults), and is not what we teach at BAHS.
Hip Hop does in fact have a base of technique and structure (breakdancing, popping, locking, house, footwork, isolations, tutting, etc.) It is a fun, fast-paced, high-energy class. We focus a lot on loosening up the body (i.e.: don't have a stiff posture; slouch your shoulders; stay in your plie'- A.K.A. always dance with a bend in your knees; stay on the balls of your feet, etc.) which is a skill that is surprisingly challenging, especially for those with a background in classes like ballet or jazz. This class is a great way to express one's own individual style and unique personality.
Thursday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
BAHS
Tykes & Tots (0-4 yrs w/ caregiver)
Tykes & Tots- Ages 0-4 (with caregiver)
Creeping, crawling, walking, bouncing! Your little one is now moving and exploring the world like never before.
With busy little ones in mind, Intellidance® Tykes will focus on nurturing gross-motor, cognitive and social-emotional development through movement and music concepts, circle dances, free exploration, songs and rhymes, and sensory activities. Caregivers will delight in watching their little one's curiosity and joy while making friends and socializing with others.
Our Tykes & Tots class explores new movement and corresponding music concepts in 4-week sessions. You do not need to commit to the full season, as this class does not perform in our showcase, but we recommend trying at least 2 full sessions to allow your child time to acclimate to a new environment and structure.
Intellidance® Tots offers a lively environment for independent movers and their caregivers to experience the joy of dance and music together.
Tots love to figure things out and this class will provide opportunities to problem solve together. Discover and explore movement and music concepts while gaining balance, flexibility and coordination.
Animated story telling, songs and rhymes, instruments, props and simple choreography will add fun and excitement!
Our Tykes & Tots class explores new movement and corresponding music concepts in 4-week sessions. You do not need to commit to the full season, as this class does not perform in our showcase, but we recommend trying at least 2 full sessions to allow your child time to acclimate to a new environment and structure.
Tykes & Tots- Ages 0-4 (with caregiver)
Creeping, crawling, walking, bouncing! Your little one is now moving and exploring the world like never before.
With busy little ones in mind, Intellidance® Tykes will focus on nurturing gross-motor, cognitive and social-emotional development through movement and music concepts, circle dances, free exploration, songs and rhymes, and sensory activities. Caregivers will delight in watching their little one's curiosity and joy while making friends and socializing with others.
Our Tykes & Tots class explores new movement and corresponding music concepts in 4-week sessions. You do not need to commit to the full season, as this class does not perform in our showcase, but we recommend trying at least 2 full sessions to allow your child time to acclimate to a new environment and structure.
Intellidance® Tots offers a lively environment for independent movers and their caregivers to experience the joy of dance and music together.
Tots love to figure things out and this class will provide opportunities to problem solve together. Discover and explore movement and music concepts while gaining balance, flexibility and coordination.
Animated story telling, songs and rhymes, instruments, props and simple choreography will add fun and excitement!
Our Tykes & Tots class explores new movement and corresponding music concepts in 4-week sessions. You do not need to commit to the full season, as this class does not perform in our showcase, but we recommend trying at least 2 full sessions to allow your child time to acclimate to a new environment and structure.
Thursday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
BAHS
Jazz I
Jazz I- Ages 6 & up
Jazz is a fast-paced style of dance with a lot of technique, which stems from ballet. Students will work on advanced leaps, turns and jumps as well as focus on flexibility & strength. This style of dance pairs the grace and technique of ballet with the intensity & energy of faster, more upbeat music.
Jazz I- Ages 6 & up
Jazz is a fast-paced style of dance with a lot of technique, which stems from ballet. Students will work on advanced leaps, turns and jumps as well as focus on flexibility & strength. This style of dance pairs the grace and technique of ballet with the intensity & energy of faster, more upbeat music.
Thursday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
BAHS
Ballet/Lyrical III
Ballet/Lyrical II- Ages 11 & up (dependent upon experience)
Ballet is the root of all styles of dance. Proper technique, positioning & framing begins in ballet. Students will learn positioning of the feet, arms & body, as well as across-the-floor and on-the-barre routines and combinations. Basic leaps, jumps and turns begin in level 1 and become more advanced as the dancer progresses. Students will also work on musicality and rhythm, posture, and flexibility. A background in ballet is also essential for any lyrical or jazz dancer.
Lyrical is often defined as a loose combination of ballet, jazz & modern dance. Focus on expression and interpretation is key. Much of the technique used in this style of dance is ballet & jazz based, which is why we begin our younger dancers in ballet & jazz training before lyrical classes are available to them. Building on technique and adding expression and emotion to a dance is the basis of the lyrical style.
Ballet/Lyrical II- Ages 11 & up (dependent upon experience)
Ballet is the root of all styles of dance. Proper technique, positioning & framing begins in ballet. Students will learn positioning of the feet, arms & body, as well as across-the-floor and on-the-barre routines and combinations. Basic leaps, jumps and turns begin in level 1 and become more advanced as the dancer progresses. Students will also work on musicality and rhythm, posture, and flexibility. A background in ballet is also essential for any lyrical or jazz dancer.
Lyrical is often defined as a loose combination of ballet, jazz & modern dance. Focus on expression and interpretation is key. Much of the technique used in this style of dance is ballet & jazz based, which is why we begin our younger dancers in ballet & jazz training before lyrical classes are available to them. Building on technique and adding expression and emotion to a dance is the basis of the lyrical style.
Thursday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
BAHS
Adult Ballet & Lyrical
All ages welcome; No experience needed. Our goal is to provide a safe, non-competitive, "no-fail" environment where the focus is on fun, fitness & building confidence while learning the skills and technique of ballet & lyrical dance.
*$10 discount if you take both adult classes
All ages welcome; No experience needed. Our goal is to provide a safe, non-competitive, "no-fail" environment where the focus is on fun, fitness & building confidence while learning the skills and technique of ballet & lyrical dance.
*$10 discount if you take both adult classes
Saturday
8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
BAHS
Adult Tap
All ages welcome; No experience needed. Our goal is to provide a safe, non-competitive, "no-fail" environment where the focus is on fun, fitness & building confidence while learning the skills and technique of tap dance.
*$10 discount if you take both adult classes
All ages welcome; No experience needed. Our goal is to provide a safe, non-competitive, "no-fail" environment where the focus is on fun, fitness & building confidence while learning the skills and technique of tap dance.
*$10 discount if you take both adult classes
Saturday
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
BAHS