Welcome to Salt and Light Dance Studio!
Join us at our new studio location in Piedmont at 2344 Nanticoke Street near Piedmont Elementary School. At the end of the Spring session dancers will have a performance opportunity at our Spring Recital on May 11th. Once registered you can visit https://www.saltandlightdancestudio.org/classes to see what you need for your dance class!

* Prices listed are per class per semester.
**A once per semester registration fee of $15 will be added per family. 
*** Ages are based on student's age by the end of the semester 2022.

Fall 2024

Name
Days
Location
Tuition
Adult Adaptive Dance Class
Rachel Payne
This class is for those with physical and/or cognitive disabilities. This class focuses on creating community, stretching, learning ballet steps and having fun!
Ages 18 - 99
Monday
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
 
Beginner Ballet
Rachel Payne
Your dancer will learn basic ballet steps and creative movement. This class focuses on creative expression and dance technique in a fun and uplifting setting.
Ages 4 - 7
Monday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$165.00
Tap I
Rachel Payne
Dancers will learn fundamental Tap steps and gain an understanding of rhythm and dancing to a beat. Tap I is our first level of tap. This level is recommended for younger dancers or dancers new to tap!
Ages 4 - 10
Monday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$165.00
Ballet I
Erin Clark
This class is the level after beginning ballet. Students will be introduced to more challenging movements and learning more terminology and dance skills. Class is structured with barre, center work, and across the floor movements.
Ages 8 - 11
Monday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$165.00
Jazz/ Hip Hop I
Erin Clark
Dancers will build on skills learned in beginning jazz/ hip hop! This upbeat class will focus on introducing new skills with faster beats/ rhythms. This class used to be titled: "Jazz Fusion", but we are changing the name to stay consistent across levels!
Ages 8 - 13
Monday
6:30 PM to 7:15 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$165.00
Creative Worship I
Anneleise Huchthausen
This class is focused on worship, both through choreographed dances and improvisational dance. The class will grow dancers in their dance skills, while allowing them to experience the power of worshiping God through movement. A portion of the class will be spent in a mentorship program, where we will pray, discuss and dream about how we can use worship and dance ministry to impact our city.
Ages 8 - 12
Monday
7:15 PM to 8:00 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$165.00
Creative Worship II
Anneleise Huchthausen
This class is our second level of our creative worship class! Creative worship is focused on worship, both through choreographed dances and improvisational dance. The class will grow dancers in their dance skills, while allowing them to experience the power of worshiping God through movement. A portion of the class will be spent in a mentorship program, where we will pray, discuss and dream about how we can use worship and dance ministry to impact our city.
Ages 12 - 20
Monday
8:00 PM to 8:45 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$165.00
Tap 1
Julie Penzenik
This class is reserved for those in our Outreach programming only.
Ages 7 - 18
Tuesday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$176.00
Beginner Ballet
Julie Penzenik
Your dancer will learn basic ballet steps and creative movement. This class focuses on creative expression and dance technique in a fun and uplifting setting.
Ages 4 - 7
Tuesday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$176.00
Beginner Jazz/ Hip Hop Combo
Tia Dugas
In this fun, upbeat, high energy class dancers will learn the quick movements of Hip Hop as well as the smoother movements of Jazz.
Ages 4 - 7
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$176.00
Advanced Jazz/ Hip Hop
Tia Dugas
This dynamic and exhilarating class seamlessly blends the intricate techniques of jazz dance with the urban vibes of hip hop, creating a unique and electrifying dance experience. This class is designed for dancers seeking to elevate their skills to new heights. Embrace the syncopated rhythms and soulful expressions of jazz while immersing yourself in the energetic and rhythmic cadences of hip hop.
Ages 12 - 20
Tuesday
6:15 PM to 7:00 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$176.00
Advanced Contemporary
Tia Dugas
The class explores the fluidity of contemporary dance, emphasizing organic movements, floor work, and intricate partnering. Dancers are encouraged to push boundaries, experiment with weight shifts, and embrace the freedom of self-expression. Music ranging from classical compositions to cutting-edge electronic beats serves as a catalyst for exploration, providing a diverse sonic landscape for movement invention.
Ages 12 - 20
Tuesday
7:00 PM to 7:45 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$176.00
Toddler Ballet
Anneleise Huchthausen
Ages 2.5-4. This class is an outlet for your dancer to use their creativity while learning beginner ballet steps.
Ages 2 - 4
Wednesday
9:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$112.00
Beginner Ballet
Anneleise Huchthausen
Your dancer will learn basic ballet steps and creative movement. This class focuses on creative expression and dance technique in a fun and uplifting setting.
Ages 4 - 7
Wednesday
10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$176.00
Tap II
Erin Clark
Pointe class is an advanced class a dancer can take after completing Pre-Pointe classes. This is the an exciting milestone for a ballet dancer, a class that you train many years to be able to join. Taking the Advanced Ballet class alongside this class is required. Pointe shoes are required. 
Ages 8 - 13
Wednesday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$176.00
Beginner Ballet
Erin Clark
Your dancer will learn basic ballet steps and creative movement. This class focuses on creative expression and dance technique in a fun and uplifting setting.
Ages 4 - 7
Wednesday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$176.00
Musical Theater
Erin Clark
The class builds a foundation of movement skills commonly found in musical theater choreography and movement improvisation. Combinations will give students the opportunity to weave acting and storytelling into their dancing while exposing students to diverse musical theater styles.
Ages 8 - 18
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$176.00
Hip Hop II
Jenny Chladek
Focus of this class is to learn how to move in new different ways, body awareness, choreography retention, and of course fun! Dancers will learn how to find and move to the beat of the music while also adding their own individualism to the steps.
Ages 8 - 12
Wednesday
6:15 PM to 7:00 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$176.00
Lyrical I
Jenny Chladek
This class will combine modern dance with some ballet technique for a free-flowing, full-body movement and expressive class. It will be fun strengthening and beautiful! This is our first level of lyrical, perfect for dancers new to the style!
Ages 8 - 11
Wednesday
7:00 PM to 7:45 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$176.00
Younger Adaptive Dance Class
Rachel Payne
This class is for those with physical and/or cognitive disabilities. This class focuses on creating community, stretching, learning ballet steps and having fun!
Ages 4 - 17
Thursday
3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
 
Pointe II
Rachel Payne
Pointe II class is an advanced class a dancer can take after completing Pre-Pointe classes. This is the an exciting milestone for a ballet dancer, a class that you train many years to be able to join. Taking the Advanced Ballet class alongside this class is required. Pointe shoes are required. 
Ages 11 - 22
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$176.00
Pre-Pointe/Pointe I
Rachel Payne
Pre-Pointe is a specialized class to strengthen the muscles in the feet to prepare them for pointe work. In this class we use different exercises to develop these muscles. Pre-Pointe usually begins around age 12 when the bones have slowed their growing, but placement is at the discretion of the teacher. We typically work in pre-point for at least a year before we begin pointe class with pointe shoes. Pointe 1 is the very first Pointe level where students get Pointe shoes and begin to learn basic pointe steps and strengthening. Taking Ballet 2 or Advanced Ballet class alongside this class is required. 
Ages 11 - 18
Thursday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$176.00
Advanced Tap
Erin Clark
This is our most advanced level of Tap! This class will build on steps from previous levels, and will push dancers to learn more challenging rhythms, musicality, and steps.
Ages 11 - 18
Thursday
6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$176.00
Adult Ballet
Erin Clark
We will learn beginner ballet steps before moving to more intermediate ballet steps. This is a beginner ballet class with an inviting environment so you can have fun learning a new dance style!
Ages 17 - 98
Thursday
6:45 PM to 7:45 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$176.00
Teen/Adult Contemporary
Erin Clark
We will learn beginner ballet steps before moving to more intermediate ballet steps. This is a beginner ballet class with an inviting environment so you can have fun learning a new dance style!
Ages 17 - 98
Thursday
7:45 PM to 8:30 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$176.00
Ballet II
Rachel Payne
Ballet II is our intermediate Ballet class. Students will grow in their understanding of Ballet technique and movement. 3-4 years prior training recommended. Class transitions to 1 hour 15 minutes.
Ages 11 - 18
Friday
4:00 PM to 5:15 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$168.00
Advanced Ballet
Rachel Payne
Advanced Ballet class, students will grow in their understanding of Ballet technique and movement. Dancers will continue to learn and expand on their training. 5-6 years prior training recommended. Class transitions to 1 hour 30 minutes.
Ages 13 - 30
Friday
5:15 PM to 6:45 PM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$182.00
Toddler Ballet
Anneleise Huchthausen
Ages 2.5-4. This class is an outlet for your dancer to use their creativity while learning beginner ballet steps.
Ages 2.5 - 4
Saturday
9:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$91.00
Beginner Ballet
Anneleise Huchthausen
Your dancer will learn basic ballet steps and creative movement. This class focuses on creative expression and dance technique in a fun and uplifting setting.
Ages 4 - 7
Saturday
10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Salt and Light Dance Studio
$143.00