Adult Classes
Zoom (Early Spring Session)
Private session. By appt only.
Private session. By appt only.
Monday
12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
Studio 1203
Private Class
1hr Private Dance Class for up to 6 participants Monday, March 27
1hr Private Dance Class for up to 6 participants Monday, March 27
Monday
7:45 PM to 8:45 PM
7:45 PM to 8:45 PM
Studio 1203
Early Spring Int Beg Adult Ballet (6-wk Session)
1hr and 15 minute open level class, in person.
No refunds available. 1 designated make-up class offered per session, but classes can also be made up in any other adult class on the schedule.
1hr and 15 minute open level class, in person.
No refunds available. 1 designated make-up class offered per session, but classes can also be made up in any other adult class on the schedule.
Tuesday
9:00 AM to 10:15 AM
9:00 AM to 10:15 AM
Studio 1203
Early Spring Open Level Adult Ballet (6-wk Session)
1hr and 45 minute class in person ~ 30min Pre-class Pilates followed by a 1hr and 15min Ballet class. No refunds available. 1 designated make-up class offered per session, but classes can also be made up in any other adult class on the schedule.
1hr and 45 minute class in person ~ 30min Pre-class Pilates followed by a 1hr and 15min Ballet class. No refunds available. 1 designated make-up class offered per session, but classes can also be made up in any other adult class on the schedule.
Tuesday
7:00 PM to 8:45 PM
7:00 PM to 8:45 PM
Studio 1203
Early Spring Adv Int Contemporary Ballet (6-wk Session Starting 3/3/23)
In-person class. No refunds but make-ups are available.
In-person class. No refunds but make-ups are available.
Friday
9:00 AM to 10:15 AM
9:00 AM to 10:15 AM
Studio 1203
Early Spring Open Level Pilates Mat Technique (6-wk Session Starting 3/3/23)
By systematically stretching and strengthening your body as an integrated whole, challenging core “powerhouse” muscles, and rewiring faulty mechanics, you'll restore proper alignment and work out muscular imbalances that otherwise lead to aches and pains.
Your new body awareness and ever increasing mind-body connection will help you achieve the technical precision required for maximum performance and svelte muscle tone. As your strength grows, so will your confidence. You'll feel it in your posture, coordination, flexibility, and joie de vie!
In-person class. No refunds but make-ups are available during the Pilates portion of the adult ballet class on Tuesday evenings from 7:00-7:45pm. Must be scheduled in advance to confirm availability.
By systematically stretching and strengthening your body as an integrated whole, challenging core “powerhouse” muscles, and rewiring faulty mechanics, you'll restore proper alignment and work out muscular imbalances that otherwise lead to aches and pains.
Your new body awareness and ever increasing mind-body connection will help you achieve the technical precision required for maximum performance and svelte muscle tone. As your strength grows, so will your confidence. You'll feel it in your posture, coordination, flexibility, and joie de vie!
In-person class. No refunds but make-ups are available during the Pilates portion of the adult ballet class on Tuesday evenings from 7:00-7:45pm. Must be scheduled in advance to confirm availability.
Friday
12:15 PM to 1:15 PM
12:15 PM to 1:15 PM
Studio 1203
Parents Night
(re)Connect with our fabulous faculty during our upcoming Friday, April 21st Parents Night--the first since before the pandemic! You'll have the opportunity to check in on student progress and hobnob with other parents over light snacks and bubbly beverages from 8-9pm--and you can look forward to an after-party of karaoke, ALDEN MOVES style. If the weather cooperates, we'll have use of both the studio and back patio.
(re)Connect with our fabulous faculty during our upcoming Friday, April 21st Parents Night--the first since before the pandemic! You'll have the opportunity to check in on student progress and hobnob with other parents over light snacks and bubbly beverages from 8-9pm--and you can look forward to an after-party of karaoke, ALDEN MOVES style. If the weather cooperates, we'll have use of both the studio and back patio.
Friday
8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Studio 1203
Early Spring Adv Beg Contemporary (6-wk session starting 2/19)
1hr and 15 minute class in person ~ Cardio warm up that leads into stretching, followed by some classical Horton technique modern exercises. Finished with a phrase!
6-class session: $150
1hr and 15 minute class in person ~ Cardio warm up that leads into stretching, followed by some classical Horton technique modern exercises. Finished with a phrase!
6-class session: $150
Sunday
1:45 PM to 3:00 PM
1:45 PM to 3:00 PM
Studio 1203
Toddler Tuesdays
Toddler Tuesdays Fall 2022
Prorated fee of $48 for 3 remaining weeks plus the Oct 25 make-up class/bonus week.
***To add a SIBLING over 1 year old: Please only purchase 1 class option for $60 and email info@aldenmovesbk.com for instructions on how to pay for second child. ***
Location: Join Alden for dancing, singing, and outdoor fun in Prospect Park! Sign-in begins at 10:45am each Tuesday, and the thirty minute guided program will begin shortly thereafter. Please be sure to bring either a yoga mat or blanket, water bottle, and sunscreen. In accordance with outdoor class and park guidelines, participation will be limited to 11 families with no more than 1 adult per child, and REGISTRATION IN ADVANCE IS REQUIRED. Parents and caregivers will be required to take an active role in the class to facilitate social distancing. Masks are strongly recommended for all and required for children over two, caregivers, and of course, studio staff.
Appropriate for ages birth to 3yrs with a caregiver. This is a 30 minute guided program..
Prorated fee of $48 for 3 remaining weeks plus the Oct 25 make-up class/bonus week.
***To add a SIBLING over 1 year old: Please only purchase 1 class option for $60 and email info@aldenmovesbk.com for instructions on how to pay for second child. ***
Location: Join Alden for dancing, singing, and outdoor fun in Prospect Park! Sign-in begins at 10:45am each Tuesday, and the thirty minute guided program will begin shortly thereafter. Please be sure to bring either a yoga mat or blanket, water bottle, and sunscreen. In accordance with outdoor class and park guidelines, participation will be limited to 11 families with no more than 1 adult per child, and REGISTRATION IN ADVANCE IS REQUIRED. Parents and caregivers will be required to take an active role in the class to facilitate social distancing. Masks are strongly recommended for all and required for children over two, caregivers, and of course, studio staff.
Appropriate for ages birth to 3yrs with a caregiver. This is a 30 minute guided program..
Tuesday
11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Studio 1203
Toddler Tuesdays Spring 2023
Single Dancer: $90
Sibling Rate: No additional charge for babies under 1yr. Please add $30 for siblings 1yr and up. For class tracking purposes, please register one dancer and contact the studio to have a $30 balance added to your account for the 2nd dancer.
Kids & Caregivers, join Alden and Veda for dancing, singing, and indoor fun--Toddler Tuesdays returns to the studio this spring! A colorful playlist of uptempo classics (think Splish Splash, When I'm 64, and I Love Rock & Roll) augments sing-along favorites. Dancers build strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination through imaginative journeys inspired by the music.
The 30-min guided program is limited to 8 families with no more than 1 adult per child to avoid overcrowding. No food or drink other than water is permitted in the facility. REGISTRATION IN ADVANCE IS REQUIRED. Parents and caregivers are required to take an active role in the class and are responsible for appropriate social distancing. Appropriate for ages birth to 3yrs with participation of a caregiver.
Single Dancer: $90
Sibling Rate: No additional charge for babies under 1yr. Please add $30 for siblings 1yr and up. For class tracking purposes, please register one dancer and contact the studio to have a $30 balance added to your account for the 2nd dancer.
Kids & Caregivers, join Alden and Veda for dancing, singing, and indoor fun--Toddler Tuesdays returns to the studio this spring! A colorful playlist of uptempo classics (think Splish Splash, When I'm 64, and I Love Rock & Roll) augments sing-along favorites. Dancers build strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination through imaginative journeys inspired by the music.
The 30-min guided program is limited to 8 families with no more than 1 adult per child to avoid overcrowding. No food or drink other than water is permitted in the facility. REGISTRATION IN ADVANCE IS REQUIRED. Parents and caregivers are required to take an active role in the class and are responsible for appropriate social distancing. Appropriate for ages birth to 3yrs with participation of a caregiver.
Tuesday
11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Studio 1203
School Year 2022-2023
GET MOVING! Creative Dance (ages 3.5-4.5's)
Developed by Director Alden LaPaglia, ALDEN MOVES Dance Theater's signature approach to creative dance wraps method inside fun. Classes cultivate musicality while building strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, body awareness, and self-discipline. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Developed by Director Alden LaPaglia, ALDEN MOVES Dance Theater's signature approach to creative dance wraps method inside fun. Classes cultivate musicality while building strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, body awareness, and self-discipline. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Monday
3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
Studio 1203
Contemporary Modern Dance Beg Int (ages 9.5+)
Rooted in ballet and modern techniques, our contemporary dance class gives students the knowledge and physical awareness needed to accomplish the beauty of contemporary modern dance. Students perfect lines and curves as they learn how to free their movement in pursuit of stunning moving pictures. Compliment to the Ballet II level, but can be taken on its own as well.
Rooted in ballet and modern techniques, our contemporary dance class gives students the knowledge and physical awareness needed to accomplish the beauty of contemporary modern dance. Students perfect lines and curves as they learn how to free their movement in pursuit of stunning moving pictures. Compliment to the Ballet II level, but can be taken on its own as well.
Monday
4:45 PM to 5:45 PM
4:45 PM to 5:45 PM
Studio 1203
Contemporary Modern Dance Int Adv (ages 11+)
Girls Only. For dancers age 11+ who have already completed one year of Contemporary Modern Dance. Rooted in ballet and modern techniques, our contemporary dance class gives students the knowledge and physical awareness needed to accomplish the beauty of contemporary dance. Students perfect lines and curves as they learn how to free their movement in pursuit of stunning moving pictures. Compliments the Ballet IIIA & IV levels, but may be taken on its own as well.
Dress Code: Jazz pants or tights, leotard or tank top, bare feet or socks
Girls Only. For dancers age 11+ who have already completed one year of Contemporary Modern Dance. Rooted in ballet and modern techniques, our contemporary dance class gives students the knowledge and physical awareness needed to accomplish the beauty of contemporary dance. Students perfect lines and curves as they learn how to free their movement in pursuit of stunning moving pictures. Compliments the Ballet IIIA & IV levels, but may be taken on its own as well.
Dress Code: Jazz pants or tights, leotard or tank top, bare feet or socks
Monday
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 1203
Pre-Ballet II (ages 6.5+)
Our imaginative approach introduces ballet fundamentals in creative exercises that engage minds and bodies, laying a sound foundation of technique while instilling a lifelong love of dance. Pre-Ballet students continue to build strength, flexibility, balance and coordination while developing even more sophisticated body awareness.
Dress Code: White leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Our imaginative approach introduces ballet fundamentals in creative exercises that engage minds and bodies, laying a sound foundation of technique while instilling a lifelong love of dance. Pre-Ballet students continue to build strength, flexibility, balance and coordination while developing even more sophisticated body awareness.
Dress Code: White leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Tuesday
3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
Studio 1203
Rhythm & Moves (ages 5.5-7)
Progressing dance fundamentals in a high-energy, rhythm-rich format that appeals to boys and girls alike. Class focuses on building strength, flexibility, coordination, balance, body awareness and expressive style through traditional dance steps like plie, eleve and saute as well as conditioning challenges involving jumping jacks, downward dog, and crab walks. Students are introduced to modern dance-style floorwork and work with principles of movement texture as well as rhythm. This class advances GET MOVING! creative dance fundamentals and serves as wonderful preparation for Theater Jazz as well as Pre-Ballet classes. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Progressing dance fundamentals in a high-energy, rhythm-rich format that appeals to boys and girls alike. Class focuses on building strength, flexibility, coordination, balance, body awareness and expressive style through traditional dance steps like plie, eleve and saute as well as conditioning challenges involving jumping jacks, downward dog, and crab walks. Students are introduced to modern dance-style floorwork and work with principles of movement texture as well as rhythm. This class advances GET MOVING! creative dance fundamentals and serves as wonderful preparation for Theater Jazz as well as Pre-Ballet classes. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Tuesday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Studio 1203
Ballet III A w/Pointe (placement by studio)
The required class for Ballet III A dancers as well as any dancers doing the Ballet IV independent study. Pre-Rec: Dancers must have completed a minimum of one year of Ballet III and started pointe work already--Participation requires 3 1hr and 15min to 1hr and 30min classes/wk. Two Ballet classes per week are strongly recommended, but students may select their own course of study, choosing between Ballet, Theater Jazz, and Contemporary Modern Dance classes. Eligibility for no-cost participation in Company B.
The required class for Ballet III A dancers as well as any dancers doing the Ballet IV independent study. Pre-Rec: Dancers must have completed a minimum of one year of Ballet III and started pointe work already--Participation requires 3 1hr and 15min to 1hr and 30min classes/wk. Two Ballet classes per week are strongly recommended, but students may select their own course of study, choosing between Ballet, Theater Jazz, and Contemporary Modern Dance classes. Eligibility for no-cost participation in Company B.
Tuesday
4:45 PM to 6:50 PM
4:45 PM to 6:50 PM
Studio 1203
Hip Hop I (ages 7.5-9.5)
Rhythm & Moves--By popular demand, we're introducing even more hip hop style to exacting dance technique! Students build strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, control, creativity, and confidence!
Dress Code: Jazz pants or sweat pants, solid colored shirt or leotard, and jazz shoes or sneakers that have never been worn outside
Rhythm & Moves--By popular demand, we're introducing even more hip hop style to exacting dance technique! Students build strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, control, creativity, and confidence!
Dress Code: Jazz pants or sweat pants, solid colored shirt or leotard, and jazz shoes or sneakers that have never been worn outside
Tuesday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Studio 1203
Hip Hop II (ages 10-12)
Rhythm & Moves--By popular demand, we're introducing even more hip hop style to exacting dance technique! Students build strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, control, creativity, and confidence!
Dress Code: Jazz pants or sweat pants, solid colored shirt or leotard, and jazz shoes or sneakers that have never been worn outside
Rhythm & Moves--By popular demand, we're introducing even more hip hop style to exacting dance technique! Students build strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, control, creativity, and confidence!
Dress Code: Jazz pants or sweat pants, solid colored shirt or leotard, and jazz shoes or sneakers that have never been worn outside
Tuesday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Studio 1203
Pre-Ballet I (age 5.5+)
Our imaginative approach introduces ballet fundamentals in creative exercises that engage minds and bodies, laying a sound foundation of technique while instilling a lifelong love of dance. Pre-Ballet students continue to build strength, flexibility, balance and coordination while developing even more sophisticated body awareness.
Dress Code: White leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Our imaginative approach introduces ballet fundamentals in creative exercises that engage minds and bodies, laying a sound foundation of technique while instilling a lifelong love of dance. Pre-Ballet students continue to build strength, flexibility, balance and coordination while developing even more sophisticated body awareness.
Dress Code: White leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Wednesday
3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
Studio 1203
Ballet I (age 7.5+)
Ballet is graceful lines, thoughtful movement, and live piano accompaniment in classes. In classical ballet classes, students build on the foundation they've established in pre-ballet. They have better command of their turn-out, allowing their body to work comfortably and properly in 3rd, 4th, & 5th positions of the feet. This also enables them to develop greater flexibility and tackle more intricate steps like rond de jambe, country pas de basque, and pas de chat. They begin to incorporate epaulement, or the positioning of the upper body in addition to the positioning of the hips, legs, and feet, and gain a real understanding of the lines that define the art form.
Ballet I--One 1hr technique class/wk required, two recommended.
Dress Code: Black leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Ballet is graceful lines, thoughtful movement, and live piano accompaniment in classes. In classical ballet classes, students build on the foundation they've established in pre-ballet. They have better command of their turn-out, allowing their body to work comfortably and properly in 3rd, 4th, & 5th positions of the feet. This also enables them to develop greater flexibility and tackle more intricate steps like rond de jambe, country pas de basque, and pas de chat. They begin to incorporate epaulement, or the positioning of the upper body in addition to the positioning of the hips, legs, and feet, and gain a real understanding of the lines that define the art form.
Ballet I--One 1hr technique class/wk required, two recommended.
Dress Code: Black leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Wednesday
4:45 PM to 5:45 PM
4:45 PM to 5:45 PM
Studio 1203
Ballet III w/Pointe/Pre-Pointe (placement by studio, extension to 7:45pm available for Ballet IV students)
Primary Ballet III B Class and a strong fundamentals class for Ballet III A & Ballet IV Dancers as well--Participation requires three 1hr and 15min to 1hr and 30min classes/wk. Two Ballet classes/week are strongly recommended, but students select their own course of study, choosing between Ballet, Jazz, and Contemporary Modern Dance classes. New Ballet III dancers must be enrolled in the designated "Ballet III" class in order to start pointe work mid-year. Eligibility for no-cost participation in Company B. Note: Ballet III A's and Ballet IV's who select this class will end up with 2 pointe classes/week, which is an ideal schedule for them.
Primary Ballet III B Class and a strong fundamentals class for Ballet III A & Ballet IV Dancers as well--Participation requires three 1hr and 15min to 1hr and 30min classes/wk. Two Ballet classes/week are strongly recommended, but students select their own course of study, choosing between Ballet, Jazz, and Contemporary Modern Dance classes. New Ballet III dancers must be enrolled in the designated "Ballet III" class in order to start pointe work mid-year. Eligibility for no-cost participation in Company B. Note: Ballet III A's and Ballet IV's who select this class will end up with 2 pointe classes/week, which is an ideal schedule for them.
Wednesday
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 1203
GET MOVING! Creative Dance (ages 4-5's)
Developed by Director Alden LaPaglia, ALDEN MOVES Dance Theater's signature approach to creative dance wraps method inside fun. Classes cultivate musicality while building strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, body awareness, and self-discipline. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Developed by Director Alden LaPaglia, ALDEN MOVES Dance Theater's signature approach to creative dance wraps method inside fun. Classes cultivate musicality while building strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, body awareness, and self-discipline. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Thursday
3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
Studio 1203
Ballet II B (placement by studio)
In Ballet II classes, students build on the foundation they established in Ballet I. Focus continues on building strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, and body awareness, but now students begin to learn more intricate steps and gain greater knowledge of the epaulement and lines that define the art form.
Students should have 1+ prior years of dance training, but placement is at the discretion of the studio and will be based on age and ability. Students taking Ballet II are required to take 2 dance classes per week in order to keep pace with the progress of the class and be ready to begin pointe work in Ballet III. Taking 2 ballet classes/week is strongly recommended, but Jazz and Contemporary Modern classes are eligible electives.
Dress Code: Black leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
In Ballet II classes, students build on the foundation they established in Ballet I. Focus continues on building strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, and body awareness, but now students begin to learn more intricate steps and gain greater knowledge of the epaulement and lines that define the art form.
Students should have 1+ prior years of dance training, but placement is at the discretion of the studio and will be based on age and ability. Students taking Ballet II are required to take 2 dance classes per week in order to keep pace with the progress of the class and be ready to begin pointe work in Ballet III. Taking 2 ballet classes/week is strongly recommended, but Jazz and Contemporary Modern classes are eligible electives.
Dress Code: Black leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Thursday
4:45 PM to 6:00 PM
4:45 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio 1203
Contemporary Modern Dance Int (ages 10+)
Rooted in ballet and modern techniques, our contemporary dance class gives students the knowledge and physical awareness needed to accomplish the beauty of contemporary modern dance. Students perfect lines and curves as they learn how to free their movement in pursuit of stunning moving pictures. Compliment to the Ballet III B level, but can be taken on it's own as well.
Dress Code: Jazz pants or tights, leotard or tank top, bare feet or socks
Rooted in ballet and modern techniques, our contemporary dance class gives students the knowledge and physical awareness needed to accomplish the beauty of contemporary modern dance. Students perfect lines and curves as they learn how to free their movement in pursuit of stunning moving pictures. Compliment to the Ballet III B level, but can be taken on it's own as well.
Dress Code: Jazz pants or tights, leotard or tank top, bare feet or socks
Thursday
6:15 PM to 7:30 PM
6:15 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 1203
Advanced Theater Jazz (age 11+)
Theater Dance is the study of music through movement. In theater, dancers must have full command of jazz, ballet, and modern techniques in order to achieve the sophisticated styling required to portray any given character. Theater Dance at ALDEN MOVES gives students the opportunity to build on their fundamentals in an arena outside of a classical ballet class. Students get an introduction to Luigi technique and style while working musicality, weight shifts, and direction changes through weekly "combinations." Students in Theater Dance should be enrolled in 1-2 classes per week.
Dress Code: Jazz pants or sweat pants, solid colored shirt or leotard, and black jazz shoes
Theater Dance is the study of music through movement. In theater, dancers must have full command of jazz, ballet, and modern techniques in order to achieve the sophisticated styling required to portray any given character. Theater Dance at ALDEN MOVES gives students the opportunity to build on their fundamentals in an arena outside of a classical ballet class. Students get an introduction to Luigi technique and style while working musicality, weight shifts, and direction changes through weekly "combinations." Students in Theater Dance should be enrolled in 1-2 classes per week.
Dress Code: Jazz pants or sweat pants, solid colored shirt or leotard, and black jazz shoes
Friday
4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio 1203
Pre-Ballet I (ages 5.5+)
Our imaginative approach introduces ballet fundamentals in creative exercises that engage minds and bodies, laying a sound foundation of technique while instilling a lifelong love of dance. Pre-Ballet students continue to build strength, flexibility, balance and coordination while developing even more sophisticated body awareness.
Dress Code: White leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Our imaginative approach introduces ballet fundamentals in creative exercises that engage minds and bodies, laying a sound foundation of technique while instilling a lifelong love of dance. Pre-Ballet students continue to build strength, flexibility, balance and coordination while developing even more sophisticated body awareness.
Dress Code: White leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Saturday
9:30 AM to 10:15 AM
9:30 AM to 10:15 AM
Studio 1203
Pre-Ballet II (age 6.5+)
Our imaginative approach introduces ballet fundamentals in creative exercises that engage minds and bodies, laying a sound foundation of technique while instilling a lifelong love of dance. Pre-Ballet students continue to build strength, flexibility, balance and coordination while developing even more sophisticated body awareness.
Dress Code: White leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Our imaginative approach introduces ballet fundamentals in creative exercises that engage minds and bodies, laying a sound foundation of technique while instilling a lifelong love of dance. Pre-Ballet students continue to build strength, flexibility, balance and coordination while developing even more sophisticated body awareness.
Dress Code: White leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Saturday
10:30 AM to 11:15 PM
10:30 AM to 11:15 PM
Studio 1203
Ballet I A/II B (ages 7.5+ w/ placement by studio)
Note: This class is priced for the Ballet I level. If your dancer wishes to dance 2x/week as a Ballet II, please either register via the Thursday Ballet II class or contact the studio to have a balance added to your account to include the electives your dancer wishes to take.
Ballet is graceful lines, thoughtful movement, and live piano accompaniment in classes. In classical ballet classes, students build on the foundation they've established in pre-ballet. They have better command of their turn-out, allowing their body to work comfortably and properly in 3rd, 4th, & 5th positions of the feet. This also enables them to develop greater flexibility and tackle more intricate steps like rond de jambe, country pas de basque, and pas de chat. They begin to incorporate epaulement, or the positioning of the upper body in addition to the positioning of the hips, legs, and feet, and gain a real understanding of the lines that define the art form.
Ballet I--One 1hr technique class/wk required, two recommended.
Dress Code: Black leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Note: This class is priced for the Ballet I level. If your dancer wishes to dance 2x/week as a Ballet II, please either register via the Thursday Ballet II class or contact the studio to have a balance added to your account to include the electives your dancer wishes to take.
Ballet is graceful lines, thoughtful movement, and live piano accompaniment in classes. In classical ballet classes, students build on the foundation they've established in pre-ballet. They have better command of their turn-out, allowing their body to work comfortably and properly in 3rd, 4th, & 5th positions of the feet. This also enables them to develop greater flexibility and tackle more intricate steps like rond de jambe, country pas de basque, and pas de chat. They begin to incorporate epaulement, or the positioning of the upper body in addition to the positioning of the hips, legs, and feet, and gain a real understanding of the lines that define the art form.
Ballet I--One 1hr technique class/wk required, two recommended.
Dress Code: Black leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Saturday
11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Studio 1203
Company B Ballet (ages 10+ with 2 or more classes per week and 1 year of Ballet II previously completed)
Dancers who have completed one year of the Ballet II level may take this as their primary Ballet II class. Dancers in Ballet III & IV may use this class as an elective to satisfy their Ballet III & IV class frequency requirement. Priced for Ballet II dancers or those taking twice/week. Ballet III B, Ballet III A, and Ballet IV dancers should register only for the primary class for their level. The studio will drop them into their requested electives.
Dancers who have completed one year of the Ballet II level may take this as their primary Ballet II class. Dancers in Ballet III & IV may use this class as an elective to satisfy their Ballet III & IV class frequency requirement. Priced for Ballet II dancers or those taking twice/week. Ballet III B, Ballet III A, and Ballet IV dancers should register only for the primary class for their level. The studio will drop them into their requested electives.
Saturday
12:45 PM to 2:00 PM
12:45 PM to 2:00 PM
Studio 1203
Rhythm & Moves (ages 5-6)
Progressing dance fundamentals in a high-energy, rhythm-rich format that appeals to boys and girls alike. Class focuses on building strength, flexibility, coordination, balance, body awareness and expressive style through traditional dance steps like plie, eleve and saute as well as conditioning challenges involving jumping jacks, downward dog, and crab walks. Students are introduced to modern dance-style floorwork and work with principles of movement texture as well as rhythm. This class advances GET MOVING! creative dance fundamentals and serves as wonderful preparation for Theater Jazz as well as Pre-Ballet classes. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Progressing dance fundamentals in a high-energy, rhythm-rich format that appeals to boys and girls alike. Class focuses on building strength, flexibility, coordination, balance, body awareness and expressive style through traditional dance steps like plie, eleve and saute as well as conditioning challenges involving jumping jacks, downward dog, and crab walks. Students are introduced to modern dance-style floorwork and work with principles of movement texture as well as rhythm. This class advances GET MOVING! creative dance fundamentals and serves as wonderful preparation for Theater Jazz as well as Pre-Ballet classes. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Sunday
9:15 AM to 10:00 AM
9:15 AM to 10:00 AM
Studio 1203
Advanced Intermediate Jazz (age 10+)
Theater Dance is the study of music through movement. In theater, dancers must have full command of jazz, ballet, and modern techniques in order to achieve the sophisticated styling required to portray any given character. Theater Dance at ALDEN MOVES gives students the opportunity to build on their fundamentals in an arena outside of a classical ballet class. Students get an introduction to Luigi technique and style while working musicality, weight shifts, and direction changes through weekly "combinations." Students in Theater Dance should be enrolled in 1-2 classes per week.
Dress Code: Jazz pants or sweat pants, solid colored shirt or leotard, and black jazz shoes
Theater Dance is the study of music through movement. In theater, dancers must have full command of jazz, ballet, and modern techniques in order to achieve the sophisticated styling required to portray any given character. Theater Dance at ALDEN MOVES gives students the opportunity to build on their fundamentals in an arena outside of a classical ballet class. Students get an introduction to Luigi technique and style while working musicality, weight shifts, and direction changes through weekly "combinations." Students in Theater Dance should be enrolled in 1-2 classes per week.
Dress Code: Jazz pants or sweat pants, solid colored shirt or leotard, and black jazz shoes
Sunday
10:15 AM to 11:30 AM
10:15 AM to 11:30 AM
Studio 1203
GET MOVING! Creative Dance (ages 4-5)
Developed by Director Alden LaPaglia, ALDEN MOVES Dance Theater's signature approach to creative dance wraps method inside fun. Classes cultivate musicality while building strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, body awareness, and self-discipline. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Developed by Director Alden LaPaglia, ALDEN MOVES Dance Theater's signature approach to creative dance wraps method inside fun. Classes cultivate musicality while building strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, body awareness, and self-discipline. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Sunday
12:45 PM to 1:30 PM
12:45 PM to 1:30 PM
Studio 1203
The Nutcracker 2022
Nutcracker PJ Cast Party
Thank you for making our 2022 Nutcracker such a wonderful success! This complimentary PJ Party is for 2022 Cast Members only. Join us for pizza, crafts, a viewing of our 2022 Nutcracker performance, and a nightcap of karaoke. Pillows and blankets are welcome, and a water bottle is requested. Parents and siblings are invited to join us for the karaoke and a little "after-party" fun from 8:00-9:00pm.
Thank you for making our 2022 Nutcracker such a wonderful success! This complimentary PJ Party is for 2022 Cast Members only. Join us for pizza, crafts, a viewing of our 2022 Nutcracker performance, and a nightcap of karaoke. Pillows and blankets are welcome, and a water bottle is requested. Parents and siblings are invited to join us for the karaoke and a little "after-party" fun from 8:00-9:00pm.
Saturday
5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 1203
Spring 2023
GET MOVING! Creative Dance (ages 4-5's)
Developed by Director Alden LaPaglia, ALDEN MOVES Dance Theater's signature approach to creative dance wraps method inside fun. Classes cultivate musicality while building strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, body awareness, and self-discipline. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Developed by Director Alden LaPaglia, ALDEN MOVES Dance Theater's signature approach to creative dance wraps method inside fun. Classes cultivate musicality while building strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, body awareness, and self-discipline. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Monday
3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
Studio 1203
Contemporary Modern Dance Beg Int (ages 10+)
Rooted in ballet and modern techniques, our contemporary dance class gives students the knowledge and physical awareness needed to accomplish the beauty of contemporary modern dance. Students perfect lines and curves as they learn how to free their movement in pursuit of stunning moving pictures. Compliment to the Ballet II level, but can be taken on its own as well.
Rooted in ballet and modern techniques, our contemporary dance class gives students the knowledge and physical awareness needed to accomplish the beauty of contemporary modern dance. Students perfect lines and curves as they learn how to free their movement in pursuit of stunning moving pictures. Compliment to the Ballet II level, but can be taken on its own as well.
Monday
4:45 PM to 5:45 PM
4:45 PM to 5:45 PM
Studio 1203
Contemporary Modern Dance Int Adv (ages 11.5+)
Girls Only. For dancers age 11.5+ who have already completed one year of Contemporary Modern Dance. Rooted in ballet and modern techniques, our contemporary dance class gives students the knowledge and physical awareness needed to accomplish the beauty of contemporary dance. Students perfect lines and curves as they learn how to free their movement in pursuit of stunning moving pictures. Compliments the Ballet IIIA & IV levels, but may be taken on its own as well.
Dress Code: Jazz pants or tights, leotard or tank top, bare feet or socks
Girls Only. For dancers age 11.5+ who have already completed one year of Contemporary Modern Dance. Rooted in ballet and modern techniques, our contemporary dance class gives students the knowledge and physical awareness needed to accomplish the beauty of contemporary dance. Students perfect lines and curves as they learn how to free their movement in pursuit of stunning moving pictures. Compliments the Ballet IIIA & IV levels, but may be taken on its own as well.
Dress Code: Jazz pants or tights, leotard or tank top, bare feet or socks
Monday
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 1203
Pre-Ballet II (ages 7+)
Our imaginative approach introduces ballet fundamentals in creative exercises that engage minds and bodies, laying a sound foundation of technique while instilling a lifelong love of dance. Pre-Ballet students continue to build strength, flexibility, balance and coordination while developing even more sophisticated body awareness.
Dress Code: White leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Our imaginative approach introduces ballet fundamentals in creative exercises that engage minds and bodies, laying a sound foundation of technique while instilling a lifelong love of dance. Pre-Ballet students continue to build strength, flexibility, balance and coordination while developing even more sophisticated body awareness.
Dress Code: White leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Tuesday
3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
Studio 1203
Rhythm & Moves (ages 6-7.5)
Progressing dance fundamentals in a high-energy, rhythm-rich format that appeals to boys and girls alike. Class focuses on building strength, flexibility, coordination, balance, body awareness and expressive style through traditional dance steps like plie, eleve and saute as well as conditioning challenges involving jumping jacks, downward dog, and crab walks. Students are introduced to modern dance-style floorwork and work with principles of movement texture as well as rhythm. This class advances GET MOVING! creative dance fundamentals and serves as wonderful preparation for Theater Jazz as well as Pre-Ballet classes. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Progressing dance fundamentals in a high-energy, rhythm-rich format that appeals to boys and girls alike. Class focuses on building strength, flexibility, coordination, balance, body awareness and expressive style through traditional dance steps like plie, eleve and saute as well as conditioning challenges involving jumping jacks, downward dog, and crab walks. Students are introduced to modern dance-style floorwork and work with principles of movement texture as well as rhythm. This class advances GET MOVING! creative dance fundamentals and serves as wonderful preparation for Theater Jazz as well as Pre-Ballet classes. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Tuesday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Studio 1203
Rhythm & Moves April 4 Trial Class
April 4th Class Trial--Work strength, flexibility, & style in a high energy class that introduces hip hop fundamentals into foundational creative dance technique. Special Spring Session of Rhythm & Moves begins April 18--registration now open!
April 4th Class Trial--Work strength, flexibility, & style in a high energy class that introduces hip hop fundamentals into foundational creative dance technique. Special Spring Session of Rhythm & Moves begins April 18--registration now open!
Tuesday
4:00 PM to 4:50 PM
4:00 PM to 4:50 PM
Studio 1203
Spring Rhythm & Moves
Progressing dance fundamentals in a high-energy, rhythm-rich format that appeals to boys and girls alike. Class focuses on building strength, flexibility, coordination, balance, body awareness and expressive style through foundational creative dance steps like plie, eleve and saute as well as conditioning challenges involving jumping jacks, downward dog, and crab walks. Students are introduced to modern dance-style floorwork and work with principles of movement texture as well as rhythm. This class advances GET MOVING! creative dance fundamentals and serves as wonderful preparation for Theater Jazz as well as Pre-Ballet classes. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Progressing dance fundamentals in a high-energy, rhythm-rich format that appeals to boys and girls alike. Class focuses on building strength, flexibility, coordination, balance, body awareness and expressive style through foundational creative dance steps like plie, eleve and saute as well as conditioning challenges involving jumping jacks, downward dog, and crab walks. Students are introduced to modern dance-style floorwork and work with principles of movement texture as well as rhythm. This class advances GET MOVING! creative dance fundamentals and serves as wonderful preparation for Theater Jazz as well as Pre-Ballet classes. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Tuesday
4:00 PM to 4:50 PM
4:00 PM to 4:50 PM
Studio 1203
Ballet III A w/Pointe (placement by studio)
The required class for Ballet III A dancers as well as any dancers doing the Ballet IV independent study. Pre-Rec: Dancers must have completed a minimum of one year of Ballet III and started pointe work already--Participation requires 3 1hr and 15min to 1hr and 30min classes/wk. Two Ballet classes per week are strongly recommended, but students may select their own course of study, choosing between Ballet, Theater Jazz, and Contemporary Modern Dance classes. Eligibility for no-cost participation in Company B.
The required class for Ballet III A dancers as well as any dancers doing the Ballet IV independent study. Pre-Rec: Dancers must have completed a minimum of one year of Ballet III and started pointe work already--Participation requires 3 1hr and 15min to 1hr and 30min classes/wk. Two Ballet classes per week are strongly recommended, but students may select their own course of study, choosing between Ballet, Theater Jazz, and Contemporary Modern Dance classes. Eligibility for no-cost participation in Company B.
Tuesday
4:45 PM to 6:50 PM
4:45 PM to 6:50 PM
Studio 1203
Hip Hop I (ages 8-10)
Hip Hop--By popular demand, we're introducing even more hip hop style to exacting dance technique! Students build strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, control, creativity, and confidence!
Dress Code: Jazz pants or sweat pants, solid colored shirt or leotard, and jazz shoes or sneakers that have never been worn outside
Hip Hop--By popular demand, we're introducing even more hip hop style to exacting dance technique! Students build strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, control, creativity, and confidence!
Dress Code: Jazz pants or sweat pants, solid colored shirt or leotard, and jazz shoes or sneakers that have never been worn outside
Tuesday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Studio 1203
Hip Hop II (ages 10.5-12.5)
Hip Hop -By popular demand, we're introducing even more hip hop style to exacting dance technique! Students build strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, control, creativity, and confidence!
Dress Code: Jazz pants or sweat pants, solid colored shirt or leotard, and jazz shoes or sneakers that have never been worn outside
Hip Hop -By popular demand, we're introducing even more hip hop style to exacting dance technique! Students build strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, control, creativity, and confidence!
Dress Code: Jazz pants or sweat pants, solid colored shirt or leotard, and jazz shoes or sneakers that have never been worn outside
Tuesday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Studio 1203
Pre-Ballet I (age 6+)
Our imaginative approach introduces ballet fundamentals in creative exercises that engage minds and bodies, laying a sound foundation of technique while instilling a lifelong love of dance. Pre-Ballet students continue to build strength, flexibility, balance and coordination while developing even more sophisticated body awareness.
Dress Code: White leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Our imaginative approach introduces ballet fundamentals in creative exercises that engage minds and bodies, laying a sound foundation of technique while instilling a lifelong love of dance. Pre-Ballet students continue to build strength, flexibility, balance and coordination while developing even more sophisticated body awareness.
Dress Code: White leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Wednesday
3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
Studio 1203
Ballet I (age 8+)
Ballet is graceful lines, thoughtful movement, and live piano accompaniment in classes. In classical ballet classes, students build on the foundation they've established in pre-ballet. They have better command of their turn-out, allowing their body to work comfortably and properly in 3rd, 4th, & 5th positions of the feet. This also enables them to develop greater flexibility and tackle more intricate steps like rond de jambe, country pas de basque, and pas de chat. They begin to incorporate epaulement, or the positioning of the upper body in addition to the positioning of the hips, legs, and feet, and gain a real understanding of the lines that define the art form.
Ballet I--One 1hr technique class/wk required, two recommended.
Dress Code: Black leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Ballet is graceful lines, thoughtful movement, and live piano accompaniment in classes. In classical ballet classes, students build on the foundation they've established in pre-ballet. They have better command of their turn-out, allowing their body to work comfortably and properly in 3rd, 4th, & 5th positions of the feet. This also enables them to develop greater flexibility and tackle more intricate steps like rond de jambe, country pas de basque, and pas de chat. They begin to incorporate epaulement, or the positioning of the upper body in addition to the positioning of the hips, legs, and feet, and gain a real understanding of the lines that define the art form.
Ballet I--One 1hr technique class/wk required, two recommended.
Dress Code: Black leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Wednesday
4:45 PM to 5:45 PM
4:45 PM to 5:45 PM
Studio 1203
Ballet III w/Pointe/Pre-Pointe (placement by studio, extension to 7:45pm available for Ballet IV students)
Primary Ballet III B Class and a strong fundamentals class for Ballet III A & Ballet IV Dancers as well--Participation requires three 1hr and 15min to 1hr and 30min classes/wk. Two Ballet classes/week are strongly recommended, but students select their own course of study, choosing between Ballet, Jazz, and Contemporary Modern Dance classes. New Ballet III dancers must be enrolled in the designated "Ballet III" class in order to start pointe work mid-year. Eligibility for no-cost participation in Company B. Note: Ballet III A's and Ballet IV's who select this class will end up with 2 pointe classes/week, which is an ideal schedule for them.
Primary Ballet III B Class and a strong fundamentals class for Ballet III A & Ballet IV Dancers as well--Participation requires three 1hr and 15min to 1hr and 30min classes/wk. Two Ballet classes/week are strongly recommended, but students select their own course of study, choosing between Ballet, Jazz, and Contemporary Modern Dance classes. New Ballet III dancers must be enrolled in the designated "Ballet III" class in order to start pointe work mid-year. Eligibility for no-cost participation in Company B. Note: Ballet III A's and Ballet IV's who select this class will end up with 2 pointe classes/week, which is an ideal schedule for them.
Wednesday
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 1203
GET MOVING! Creative Dance (ages 4.5-5.5's)
Developed by Director Alden LaPaglia, ALDEN MOVES Dance Theater's signature approach to creative dance wraps method inside fun. Classes cultivate musicality while building strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, body awareness, and self-discipline. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Developed by Director Alden LaPaglia, ALDEN MOVES Dance Theater's signature approach to creative dance wraps method inside fun. Classes cultivate musicality while building strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, body awareness, and self-discipline. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Thursday
3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
Studio 1203
Contemporary Modern Dance Int (ages 10.5+)
Rooted in ballet and modern techniques, our contemporary dance class gives students the knowledge and physical awareness needed to accomplish the beauty of contemporary modern dance. Students perfect lines and curves as they learn how to free their movement in pursuit of stunning moving pictures. Compliment to the Ballet III B level, but can be taken on it's own as well.
Dress Code: Jazz pants or tights, leotard or tank top, bare feet or socks
Rooted in ballet and modern techniques, our contemporary dance class gives students the knowledge and physical awareness needed to accomplish the beauty of contemporary modern dance. Students perfect lines and curves as they learn how to free their movement in pursuit of stunning moving pictures. Compliment to the Ballet III B level, but can be taken on it's own as well.
Dress Code: Jazz pants or tights, leotard or tank top, bare feet or socks
Thursday
6:15 PM to 7:30 PM
6:15 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 1203
GET MOVING! Creative Dance (ages 5-6)
Developed by Director Alden LaPaglia, ALDEN MOVES Dance Theater's signature approach to creative dance wraps method inside fun. Classes cultivate musicality while building strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, body awareness, and self-discipline. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Developed by Director Alden LaPaglia, ALDEN MOVES Dance Theater's signature approach to creative dance wraps method inside fun. Classes cultivate musicality while building strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, body awareness, and self-discipline. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Friday
3:30 PM to 4:15 PM
3:30 PM to 4:15 PM
Studio 1203
Advanced Theater Jazz (age 11.5+)
Theater Dance is the study of music through movement. In theater, dancers must have full command of jazz, ballet, and modern techniques in order to achieve the sophisticated styling required to portray any given character. Theater Dance at ALDEN MOVES gives students the opportunity to build on their fundamentals in an arena outside of a classical ballet class. Students get an introduction to Luigi technique and style while working musicality, weight shifts, and direction changes through weekly "combinations." Students in Theater Dance should be enrolled in 1-2 classes per week.
Dress Code: Jazz pants or sweat pants, solid colored shirt or leotard, and black jazz shoes
Theater Dance is the study of music through movement. In theater, dancers must have full command of jazz, ballet, and modern techniques in order to achieve the sophisticated styling required to portray any given character. Theater Dance at ALDEN MOVES gives students the opportunity to build on their fundamentals in an arena outside of a classical ballet class. Students get an introduction to Luigi technique and style while working musicality, weight shifts, and direction changes through weekly "combinations." Students in Theater Dance should be enrolled in 1-2 classes per week.
Dress Code: Jazz pants or sweat pants, solid colored shirt or leotard, and black jazz shoes
Friday
4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio 1203
Pre-Ballet I (ages 6+)
Our imaginative approach introduces ballet fundamentals in creative exercises that engage minds and bodies, laying a sound foundation of technique while instilling a lifelong love of dance. Pre-Ballet students continue to build strength, flexibility, balance and coordination while developing even more sophisticated body awareness.
Dress Code: White leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Our imaginative approach introduces ballet fundamentals in creative exercises that engage minds and bodies, laying a sound foundation of technique while instilling a lifelong love of dance. Pre-Ballet students continue to build strength, flexibility, balance and coordination while developing even more sophisticated body awareness.
Dress Code: White leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Saturday
9:30 AM to 10:15 AM
9:30 AM to 10:15 AM
Studio 1203
Pre-Ballet II (age 7+)
Our imaginative approach introduces ballet fundamentals in creative exercises that engage minds and bodies, laying a sound foundation of technique while instilling a lifelong love of dance. Pre-Ballet students continue to build strength, flexibility, balance and coordination while developing even more sophisticated body awareness.
Dress Code: White leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Our imaginative approach introduces ballet fundamentals in creative exercises that engage minds and bodies, laying a sound foundation of technique while instilling a lifelong love of dance. Pre-Ballet students continue to build strength, flexibility, balance and coordination while developing even more sophisticated body awareness.
Dress Code: White leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Saturday
10:30 AM to 11:15 PM
10:30 AM to 11:15 PM
Studio 1203
Ballet I A/II B (ages 8+ w/ placement by studio)
Note: This class is priced for the Ballet I level. If your dancer wishes to dance 2x/week as a Ballet II, please either register via the Thursday Ballet II class or contact the studio to have a balance added to your account to include the electives your dancer wishes to take.
Ballet is graceful lines, thoughtful movement, and live piano accompaniment in classes. In classical ballet classes, students build on the foundation they've established in pre-ballet. They have better command of their turn-out, allowing their body to work comfortably and properly in 3rd, 4th, & 5th positions of the feet. This also enables them to develop greater flexibility and tackle more intricate steps like rond de jambe, country pas de basque, and pas de chat. They begin to incorporate epaulement, or the positioning of the upper body in addition to the positioning of the hips, legs, and feet, and gain a real understanding of the lines that define the art form.
Ballet I--One 1hr technique class/wk required, two recommended.
Dress Code: Black leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Note: This class is priced for the Ballet I level. If your dancer wishes to dance 2x/week as a Ballet II, please either register via the Thursday Ballet II class or contact the studio to have a balance added to your account to include the electives your dancer wishes to take.
Ballet is graceful lines, thoughtful movement, and live piano accompaniment in classes. In classical ballet classes, students build on the foundation they've established in pre-ballet. They have better command of their turn-out, allowing their body to work comfortably and properly in 3rd, 4th, & 5th positions of the feet. This also enables them to develop greater flexibility and tackle more intricate steps like rond de jambe, country pas de basque, and pas de chat. They begin to incorporate epaulement, or the positioning of the upper body in addition to the positioning of the hips, legs, and feet, and gain a real understanding of the lines that define the art form.
Ballet I--One 1hr technique class/wk required, two recommended.
Dress Code: Black leotard (no attached skirt), pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back neatly in a ballet bun
Saturday
11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Studio 1203
Company B Ballet (ages 10.5+ with 2 or more classes per week and 1 year of Ballet II previously completed)
Dancers who have completed one year of the Ballet II level may take this as their primary Ballet II class. Dancers in Ballet III & IV may use this class as an elective to satisfy their Ballet III & IV class frequency requirement. Priced for Ballet II dancers or those taking twice/week. Ballet III B, Ballet III A, and Ballet IV dancers should register only for the primary class for their level. The studio will drop them in to their requested electives.
Dancers who have completed one year of the Ballet II level may take this as their primary Ballet II class. Dancers in Ballet III & IV may use this class as an elective to satisfy their Ballet III & IV class frequency requirement. Priced for Ballet II dancers or those taking twice/week. Ballet III B, Ballet III A, and Ballet IV dancers should register only for the primary class for their level. The studio will drop them in to their requested electives.
Saturday
12:45 PM to 2:00 PM
12:45 PM to 2:00 PM
Studio 1203
Rhythm & Moves (ages 5.5-6.5)
Progressing dance fundamentals in a high-energy, rhythm-rich format that appeals to boys and girls alike. Class focuses on building strength, flexibility, coordination, balance, body awareness and expressive style through traditional dance steps like plie, eleve and saute as well as conditioning challenges involving jumping jacks, downward dog, and crab walks. Students are introduced to modern dance-style floorwork and work with principles of movement texture as well as rhythm. This class advances GET MOVING! creative dance fundamentals and serves as wonderful preparation for Theater Jazz as well as Pre-Ballet classes. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Progressing dance fundamentals in a high-energy, rhythm-rich format that appeals to boys and girls alike. Class focuses on building strength, flexibility, coordination, balance, body awareness and expressive style through traditional dance steps like plie, eleve and saute as well as conditioning challenges involving jumping jacks, downward dog, and crab walks. Students are introduced to modern dance-style floorwork and work with principles of movement texture as well as rhythm. This class advances GET MOVING! creative dance fundamentals and serves as wonderful preparation for Theater Jazz as well as Pre-Ballet classes. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Sunday
9:15 AM to 10:00 AM
9:15 AM to 10:00 AM
Studio 1203
Advanced Intermediate Jazz (age 10.5+)
Theater Dance is the study of music through movement. In theater, dancers must have full command of jazz, ballet, and modern techniques in order to achieve the sophisticated styling required to portray any given character. Theater Dance at ALDEN MOVES gives students the opportunity to build on their fundamentals in an arena outside of a classical ballet class. Students get an introduction to Luigi technique and style while working musicality, weight shifts, and direction changes through weekly "combinations." Students in Theater Dance should be enrolled in 1-2 classes per week.
Dress Code: Jazz pants or sweat pants, solid colored shirt or leotard, and black jazz shoes
Theater Dance is the study of music through movement. In theater, dancers must have full command of jazz, ballet, and modern techniques in order to achieve the sophisticated styling required to portray any given character. Theater Dance at ALDEN MOVES gives students the opportunity to build on their fundamentals in an arena outside of a classical ballet class. Students get an introduction to Luigi technique and style while working musicality, weight shifts, and direction changes through weekly "combinations." Students in Theater Dance should be enrolled in 1-2 classes per week.
Dress Code: Jazz pants or sweat pants, solid colored shirt or leotard, and black jazz shoes
Sunday
10:15 AM to 11:30 AM
10:15 AM to 11:30 AM
Studio 1203
GET MOVING! Creative Dance (ages 3.5-4.5)
Developed by Director Alden LaPaglia, ALDEN MOVES Dance Theater's signature approach to creative dance wraps method inside fun. Classes cultivate musicality while building strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, body awareness, and self-discipline. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Developed by Director Alden LaPaglia, ALDEN MOVES Dance Theater's signature approach to creative dance wraps method inside fun. Classes cultivate musicality while building strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, body awareness, and self-discipline. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Sunday
11:45 AM to 12:30 PM
11:45 AM to 12:30 PM
Studio 1203
GET MOVING! Creative Dance (ages 4.5-5.5)
Developed by Director Alden LaPaglia, ALDEN MOVES Dance Theater's signature approach to creative dance wraps method inside fun. Classes cultivate musicality while building strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, body awareness, and self-discipline. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Developed by Director Alden LaPaglia, ALDEN MOVES Dance Theater's signature approach to creative dance wraps method inside fun. Classes cultivate musicality while building strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, body awareness, and self-discipline. No leotard or tights required!
Dress Code: Clothes kids can move comfortably in-- pants that stretch or leotard/tights. No zippers or dresses.
Sunday
12:45 PM to 1:30 PM
12:45 PM to 1:30 PM
Studio 1203
Masters of Style 2023
Single Class
Masters of Style Performance Package, June 2023 (date TBA). Includes 1 costume per class/per dancer, venue rental, 1 special rehearsal outside class time for each class, performance staffing, 2 comp tickets per family with perfect rehearsal attendance.
Masters of Style Performance Package, June 2023 (date TBA). Includes 1 costume per class/per dancer, venue rental, 1 special rehearsal outside class time for each class, performance staffing, 2 comp tickets per family with perfect rehearsal attendance.
Saturday
12:00 PM to 7:00 PM
12:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Studio 1203
2 Classes
Masters of Style Performance Package, June 2023 (date TBA). Includes 1 costume per class/per dancer, venue rental, 1 special rehearsal outside class time for each class, performance staffing, 2 comp tickets per family with perfect rehearsal attendance.
Masters of Style Performance Package, June 2023 (date TBA). Includes 1 costume per class/per dancer, venue rental, 1 special rehearsal outside class time for each class, performance staffing, 2 comp tickets per family with perfect rehearsal attendance.
Saturday
2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Studio 1203
3 Classes
Masters of Style Performance Package, June 2023 (date TBA). Includes 1 costume per class/per dancer, venue rental, 1 special rehearsal outside class time for each class, performance staffing, 2 comp tickets per family with perfect rehearsal attendance.
Masters of Style Performance Package, June 2023 (date TBA). Includes 1 costume per class/per dancer, venue rental, 1 special rehearsal outside class time for each class, performance staffing, 2 comp tickets per family with perfect rehearsal attendance.
Saturday
2:00 PM to 12:00 PM
2:00 PM to 12:00 PM
Studio 1203
Summer Camps 2023
(Week 1 of 2) Broadway Bound (4-6 and 9.5-12 yr olds)
**This is a 2-Week Camp July 10-21. You MUST register for both weeks**
Aspiring "Triple Threats" will live the dream in daily dancing, singing, and acting classes in these one-week (4-8yr olds) and two-week (4-6yr olds + 9.5-12yr olds ) intensive workshops. Each new year of Broadway Bound camp features a new theme. In keeping with this summer's overarching theme of "Finding a Voice," we'll look both at how characters in musicals find their voices as well as how choreographers help shape shows and fine tune their own voices during film study. Daily jazz classes will help dancers finesse technique while challenging them to convey character though choreography as well. They will make their own costumes, props, and sets in preparation for a virtual end-of-camp showcase for parents.
**This is a 2-Week Camp July 10-21. You MUST register for both weeks**
Aspiring "Triple Threats" will live the dream in daily dancing, singing, and acting classes in these one-week (4-8yr olds) and two-week (4-6yr olds + 9.5-12yr olds ) intensive workshops. Each new year of Broadway Bound camp features a new theme. In keeping with this summer's overarching theme of "Finding a Voice," we'll look both at how characters in musicals find their voices as well as how choreographers help shape shows and fine tune their own voices during film study. Daily jazz classes will help dancers finesse technique while challenging them to convey character though choreography as well. They will make their own costumes, props, and sets in preparation for a virtual end-of-camp showcase for parents.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 2:30 PM
9:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Studio 1203
(Week 2 of 2) Broadway Bound (4-6 and 9.5-12 yr olds)
**This is a 2-Week Camp July 10-21. You MUST register for both weeks**
Aspiring "Triple Threats" will live the dream in daily dancing, singing, and acting classes in these one-week (4-8yr olds) and two-week (8-13yr olds) intensive workshops. Each new year of Broadway Bound camp features a new theme. In keeping with this summer's overarching theme of "Finding a Voice," we'll look both at how characters in musicals find their voices as well as how choreographers help shape shows and fine tune their own voices during film study. Daily jazz classes will help dancers finesse technique while challenging them to convey character though choreography as well. They will make their own costumes, props, and sets in preparation for a virtual end-of-camp showcase for parents.
**This is a 2-Week Camp July 10-21. You MUST register for both weeks**
Aspiring "Triple Threats" will live the dream in daily dancing, singing, and acting classes in these one-week (4-8yr olds) and two-week (8-13yr olds) intensive workshops. Each new year of Broadway Bound camp features a new theme. In keeping with this summer's overarching theme of "Finding a Voice," we'll look both at how characters in musicals find their voices as well as how choreographers help shape shows and fine tune their own voices during film study. Daily jazz classes will help dancers finesse technique while challenging them to convey character though choreography as well. They will make their own costumes, props, and sets in preparation for a virtual end-of-camp showcase for parents.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 2:30 PM
9:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Studio 1203
Broadway Bound (4-8 yr olds)
Aspiring "Triple Threats" will live the dream in daily dancing, singing, and acting classes in these one-week (4-8yr olds) and two-week (8-13yr olds) intensive workshops. Each new year of Broadway Bound camp features a new theme. In keeping with this summer's overarching theme of "Finding a Voice," we'll look both at how characters in musicals find their voices as well as how choreographers help shape shows and fine tune their own voices during film study. Daily jazz classes will help dancers finesse technique while challenging them to convey character though choreography as well. They will make their own costumes, props, and sets in preparation for a virtual end-of-camp showcase for parents.
Aspiring "Triple Threats" will live the dream in daily dancing, singing, and acting classes in these one-week (4-8yr olds) and two-week (8-13yr olds) intensive workshops. Each new year of Broadway Bound camp features a new theme. In keeping with this summer's overarching theme of "Finding a Voice," we'll look both at how characters in musicals find their voices as well as how choreographers help shape shows and fine tune their own voices during film study. Daily jazz classes will help dancers finesse technique while challenging them to convey character though choreography as well. They will make their own costumes, props, and sets in preparation for a virtual end-of-camp showcase for parents.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 2:30 PM
9:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Studio 1203
Company B Intensive (10+)
Summer dance immersions are a wonderful precursor to the full blown dance intensives dancers age 10+ are ready for as they continue to progress in their technique. Intensives are only for experienced dancers, Level Ballet II and up. They involve a daily ballet class, longer technique classes in general (1-1.5hrs classes vs 45min-1hr immersion classes), and a 2nd morning technique class in either modern or jazz styles. Afternoon enrichment classes will include a mix of hip hop, dance composition, Pilates, pointe, improvisation, and rehearsal for an outdoor fall performance like Flatbush Frolic rather than an end-of week showcase. The additional class time gives us an even greater ability to work on advancing steps/vocabulary and help dancers who have had significant time off during the summer to regain lost ground before we get back to fall classes (which allows fall classes to progress more quickly!).
Summer dance immersions are a wonderful precursor to the full blown dance intensives dancers age 10+ are ready for as they continue to progress in their technique. Intensives are only for experienced dancers, Level Ballet II and up. They involve a daily ballet class, longer technique classes in general (1-1.5hrs classes vs 45min-1hr immersion classes), and a 2nd morning technique class in either modern or jazz styles. Afternoon enrichment classes will include a mix of hip hop, dance composition, Pilates, pointe, improvisation, and rehearsal for an outdoor fall performance like Flatbush Frolic rather than an end-of week showcase. The additional class time gives us an even greater ability to work on advancing steps/vocabulary and help dancers who have had significant time off during the summer to regain lost ground before we get back to fall classes (which allows fall classes to progress more quickly!).
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 2:30 PM
9:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Studio 1203
Rhythm & Moves (4-8 yr olds)
Delve into Hip Hop style and explore a spectrum of movement in one of our most exciting week-long camps returning this year. This camp features daily Hip Hop classes peppered with a few more classical dance fundamentals for building added strength and balance. The overarching theme for camps this summer is "Finding a Voice," and during Rhythm & Moves camps, dancers do just that. Dance composition activities will encourage personal expression while also challenging dancers to discover new ways to move and dynamics to move with. During film study, we'll look at the variety of voices that have emerged as Hip Hop forms have grown and developed. We'll also make our own costumes, props, and sets in preparation for a virtual end-of-week showcase for parents!
Delve into Hip Hop style and explore a spectrum of movement in one of our most exciting week-long camps returning this year. This camp features daily Hip Hop classes peppered with a few more classical dance fundamentals for building added strength and balance. The overarching theme for camps this summer is "Finding a Voice," and during Rhythm & Moves camps, dancers do just that. Dance composition activities will encourage personal expression while also challenging dancers to discover new ways to move and dynamics to move with. During film study, we'll look at the variety of voices that have emerged as Hip Hop forms have grown and developed. We'll also make our own costumes, props, and sets in preparation for a virtual end-of-week showcase for parents!
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 2:30 PM
9:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Studio 1203
Rhythm & Moves (6-11yr olds)
Delve into Hip Hop style and explore a spectrum of movement in one of our most exciting week-long camps returning this year. This camp features daily Hip Hop classes peppered with a few more classical dance fundamentals for building added strength and balance. The overarching theme for camps this summer is "Finding a Voice," and during Rhythm & Moves camps, dancers do just that. Dance composition activities will encourage personal expression while also challenging dancers to discover new ways to move and dynamics to move with. During film study, we'll look at the variety of voices that have emerged as Hip Hop forms have grown and developed. We'll also make our own costumes, props, and sets in preparation for a virtual end-of-week showcase for parents!
Delve into Hip Hop style and explore a spectrum of movement in one of our most exciting week-long camps returning this year. This camp features daily Hip Hop classes peppered with a few more classical dance fundamentals for building added strength and balance. The overarching theme for camps this summer is "Finding a Voice," and during Rhythm & Moves camps, dancers do just that. Dance composition activities will encourage personal expression while also challenging dancers to discover new ways to move and dynamics to move with. During film study, we'll look at the variety of voices that have emerged as Hip Hop forms have grown and developed. We'll also make our own costumes, props, and sets in preparation for a virtual end-of-week showcase for parents!
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 2:30 PM
9:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Studio 1203
Young Choreographers (6-11)
Leap ahead, one step at a time, with a week-long dance intensive that includes daily ballet and modern classes (pointe work also available for eligible students during after-care hours), dance composition, and a chance for students to create their own choreography. The overarching theme for camps this summer is "Finding a Voice." During film study, we'll look at how ballet and modern dance choreographers and dancers have done just that, and during dance composition, we'll work on developing one of our own. We'll also work each day on making our own costumes, props, and sets, for an end-of-week virtual showcase for parents. Students will be divided into age and level-appropriate groups whenever applicable.
Leap ahead, one step at a time, with a week-long dance intensive that includes daily ballet and modern classes (pointe work also available for eligible students during after-care hours), dance composition, and a chance for students to create their own choreography. The overarching theme for camps this summer is "Finding a Voice." During film study, we'll look at how ballet and modern dance choreographers and dancers have done just that, and during dance composition, we'll work on developing one of our own. We'll also work each day on making our own costumes, props, and sets, for an end-of-week virtual showcase for parents. Students will be divided into age and level-appropriate groups whenever applicable.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 2:30 PM
9:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Studio 1203
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