Dance & Theatre Fall 2024

Name
Days
Location
Pre-Jazz/Tap
In this fun-filled combo class, students with 0-1 year tap/jazz experience will be introduced to basic jazz and tap skills. These classes will give dancers a basic knowledge of the dance subject matter while still allowing them to have fun, be creative, and foster friendships. Geared towards ages 3-5. $14 per class paid monthly.

Monday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Upstairs
Main
Jazz/Tap I
Is your kiddo interested in branching out from ballet but not sure what to try? This introductory course will give them a taste of both jazz and tap at the beginner level. With fun, upbeat music, this fast-paced class is sure to keep them entertained all while learning solid technique. Geared towards ages 5-6. $16 per class paid monthly.
Monday
4:45 PM to 5:45 PM
Upstairs
Main
Ballet I
Ballet I is the perfect way to introduce your little one to the world of dance. Foundational ballet steps, cooperation within a group, gross motor skills, rhythm, and creative movement will be explored. This class can give your child a strong foundation in ballet while providing them with a fun and supportive environment to grow. Geared towards ages 5-6. $16 per class paid monthly.
Monday
5:45 PM to 6:45 PM
Upstairs
Main
Musical Theatre Dance
Musical Theatre Dance is rooted in the diverse history of Broadway musicals. Students will learn different styles of musical theater dance, improve their speed in which they learn choreography, and strengthen their overall skills as a dancer. Join us for this zero pressure experience where you can learn and add a little fun to your week! This class leans towards the beginner side- a great place to get started dancing! Geared towards ages 8 and up. $16 per class paid monthly.
Monday
5:45 PM to 6:45 PM
Downstairs
Main
Ballet III
Ballet III students will begin to learn the traditional barre exercises in a technically sound and age-appropriate manner. Barre exercises transfer to the center floor work where students begin to connect what they learn at the barre with the movements they will be executing in the center. Teachers guide students to develop a greater awareness of technique, musicality, and dancing with others to create a performance. Conditioning exercises are included in classwork to increase strength and flexibility. Geared toward ages 9-12. $16 per class paid monthly.
Monday
6:45 PM to 7:45 PM
Upstairs
Main
Contemporary
Contemporary fuses together many different dance styles such as ballet, jazz, modern, and lyrical. This class will encourage dancers to be versatile in their expressions and to be able to portray a wide array of movement styles and emotions according to the music. Pre-requisite required- must have completed a year of ballet and/or jazz prior to attending this class. $16 per class paid monthly.
Monday
6:45 PM to 7:45 PM
Upstairs
Main
Children's Theatre
Whether your child is outgoing and dramatic or shy and creative, our children's theatre course is a class for everyone to express their creative side. In this class, they will explore imaginary worlds, build self confidence, develop teamwork skills and more, all through the lens of storytelling. Geared towards ages 4-7. $14 per class paid monthly.
Tuesday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Upstairs
Main
Ballet II
Ballet II introduces an expanded age-appropriate repertoire of ballet fundamentals. Students will begin to learn correct execution of turnout and placement in basic positions; continue to develop their coordination; and focus on age-appropriate spatial and body awareness. Students will work cooperatively with the teacher and their classmates, learn ballet class etiquette, and begin working on strength and flexibility with simple conditioning exercises. Geared toward ages 7-9. $16 per class paid monthly.
Tuesday
4:45 PM to 5:45 PM
Upstairs
Main
Ballet IV
Ballet IV will begin slowly increasing the complexity with a focus on proper technical execution. Students will have a good understanding of the proper execution of turn out, placement and port de bras. Teachers will continue to increase the complexity of exercises and introduce new material while focusing on correct technique and coordination. Geared towards students with ballet experience or for quick learning beginners in their teens. $16 per class paid monthly.
Tuesday
5:45 PM to 6:45 PM
Upstairs
Main
Jazz III
Jazz III will feature warm-ups that focus on increasing flexibility and strength and across the floor exercises that focus on improving turns, jumps, and leaps. Students in this class will learn more complex jazz dance moves, such as turns, leaps, and kicks, and will work on integrating them into longer dance sequences. Throughout the class, emphasis is placed on proper technique, body alignment, and expression, as well as fostering a love for the art of jazz dance. Geared towards ages 9 & up. $16 per class paid monthly.
Tuesday
5:45 PM to 6:45 PM
Downstairs
Main
Jazz IV
As our most advanced jazz class, Jazz IV is designed for experienced students with a strong foundation in jazz dance and ready to take on complex choreography and challenging movements. Students will be asked to join Jazz IV upon the completion of Jazz III. Pre-requisite and instructor permission required. $18 per class paid monthly.
Tuesday
6:45 PM to 8:00 PM
Upstairs
Main
Theatre
In this class, we create a safe, collaborative environment where students can freely express themselves and explore acting techniques. Students will develop essential skills such as self-expression, communication, and creative thinking through engaging activities. Moreover, students will delve deeper into more complex acting techniques like script analysis, character development, and physicality to refine their skills. Geared towards ages 8 & up. $16 per class paid monthly.
Tuesday
6:45 PM to 7:45 PM
Downstairs
Main
Adaptive Dance
Adaptive dance is a class designed to serve those with differing abilities and needs. We want to provide an inclusive environment where all can feel comfortable to learn. This class will follow ballet basics with some jazz thrown in to keep things fun. This is our first year teaching adaptive dance after recognizing a need in our community. We are very open to conversation about how we can best serve those interested in this class. Geared toward ages 3-10. Parents & caretakers are welcome and encouraged to attend. $14 per class paid monthly.
Wednesday
4:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Upstairs
Main
Tap III
Tap III leans more on the intermediate side. We will begin to work on tap phrasing and style adaptability. We also begin more advanced musical elements such as syncopation, accents, dynamics, as well as counting in various time signatures. Geared towards ages 9 & up. $16 per class paid monthly.
Wednesday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Downstairs
Main
Pre-Pointe/Pointe
Strength training and conditioning for intermediate to advanced ballet dancers on Pointe or Demi-Pointe. Pre-requisite and instructor permission required. Must take in accompaniment with Ballet III, IV, or V. $16 per class paid monthly.
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Upstairs
Main
Pre-Ballet A
This class will introduce the basics of Ballet technique in a manner that captures the student's imagination, attention, and interest. We will begin nurturing a love for creating through music, movement, and play! (Please note: there are two Pre-Ballet classes that are exactly the same class at different times. We have split the time so we can keep our student to teacher ratio appropriate. We ask that you only attend the time slot you have signed up for to help us best plan ahead.) Geared towards ages 3-5. $14 per class paid monthly.
Thursday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Upstairs
Main
Pre-Ballet B
This class will introduce the basics of Ballet technique in a manner that captures the student's imagination, attention, and interest. We will begin nurturing a love for creating through music, movement, and play! (Please note: there are two Pre-Ballet classes that are exactly the same class at different times. We have split the time so we can keep our student to teacher ratio appropriate. We ask that you only attend the time slot you have signed up for to help us best plan ahead.) Geared towards ages 3-5. $14 per class paid monthly.
Thursday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
Upstairs
Main
Tap II
In Tap II, students will learn rhythm tap technique, develop their sense of time, coordination, and musical skills. We begin introducing students to the clarity of sounds, tempo, combinations and the basic moves of tap such as standard time steps, clogs, shuffles, flaps, etc. Geared towards ages 7-9. $14 per class paid monthly.
Thursday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Downstairs
Main
Ballet V
Students will be promoted to Ballet V upon the completion of Ballet IV. This class is for students who are ready for increasingly challenging combinations while adding musicality, choreography, and artistry to their ballet technique. Pre-requisite and instructor permission required. $18 per class paid monthly.
Thursday
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
Upstairs
Main
Jazz II
Jazz II will start with a warm-up routine that includes stretching and basic jazz movements to get the students’ bodies ready for the activities ahead. As the class progresses, your child will have the opportunity to learn and practice various jazz dance techniques, such as turns, kicks, leaps, and floor work, with the guidance and support of the instructor. Your child will also learn how to combine these techniques into dance combinations and routines, helping them to develop their performance skills and confidence. Geared towards ages 7-9. $14 per class paid monthly.
Thursday
6:15 PM to 7:00 PM
Downstairs
Main
Tap IV
This is an advanced tap class. Students will be asked to join Tap IV upon the completion of Tap III. Pre-requisite and instructor permission required. $16 per class paid monthly.
Thursday
7:15 PM to 8:15 PM
Upstairs
Main

Honett Studio 24-25

Name
Days
Location
Piano Moves (ages 4-7)
Ages 4-7, Drop Off, 50 min. Piano Moves gives group piano lessons an integrative movement twist! Students embody music joyfully through creative games, improvisation, and expression, introducing concepts like rhythm, melody, and harmony in a social and imaginative way.-Using familiar songs, carefully sequenced learning pieces, and partner work, this small-group class provides students the foundation for excellent music education on the piano and beyond. Students learn rhythmic and tonal patterns, prepare for reading music, and build beginning piano vocabulary and technique in 50-minute classes. This includes 15-20 minute individually-focused semi-private piano lessons each week in small groups. Additionally, students receive a Music in Motion Activity Sheet every class to support at-home reviewing. Piano Moves prepares students to be ready for private piano instruction. Culminating in short performances at the end of every term, Piano Moves teaches students to love performing and become lifelong musicians and movers! This class is offered in partnership with Integral Steps using their Music in Motion curriculum. This class is a 28 week course and is $725 if paid in full before the first class or 5 monthly payments of $160.

All Honett Studio classes will take place at the First Presbyterian Church. Sibling discounts available. Please email honettstudio@gmail.com for more information
Wednesday
4:30 PM to 5:20 PM
Main
Music Together- Thursday Mornings
Ages 0-5, with Caregiver, 45 m. Music Together® is an early childhood music and movement program for children from birth through age five—and the grownups who love them! Each session features a collection of original and traditional songs from around the world, rhythmic rhymes and movement, and instrument play activities that are developmentally appropriate for the children and fun for parents and caregivers, regardless of their own musical abilities. This unique musical experience of languages, tonalities, and rhythms provides a rich and exciting experience in a fun and natural family-style learning environment. The relaxed, no-pressure approach lets all kids learn at their own pace. Additionally, Music Together®’s illustrated songbook and other print and online resources will help you continue the music-making fun at home as you continue to nurture your child's musical growth. This is a 10 week course and is $194 upon registration for all 10 weeks.

All Honett Studio classes will take place at the First Presbyterian Church. Sibling discounts available. Please email honettstudio@gmail.com for more information.
*This class is paid in full upon registration.*
Thursday
10:30 AM to 11:15 AM
Main