Spring 2024

Name
Days
Location
Acrobatics 4
Acro 4 is an advanced level class. Side aerial, elbow stands and all basic acro skills required to enroll. Must take with a concurrent jazz AND ballet class appropriate to the level of the dancer
Monday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Ballet 3
Ballet requiring at least 3+ years continual, progressive ballet experience or by faculty invitation. . Correct technical execution and body alignment will be emphasized as new terminology and technique introduced. Class includes barre and center work, to include port de bras, petite allegro, pirouettes, and grand allegro .Develope leg extension as well as balance, and direction changes
Monday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Broadway Tap Jr.
Intermediate tap class focusing on the theater side of tap. Dancers should expect to learn a new combo each class. Recommended to be in level 3 tap or above. Must take concurrent tap technique class.
Monday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Mini Ballet
Learning our first ballet steps through the use of props and imagery. Correct terminology, Barre and center floor exercises will be introduced at an appropriate pace to help the dancers improve their balance, flexibility, focus and coordination.
Monday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Intro to Acrobatics Monday
For the student with 0-2 years acro experience. Balancing basics, acro vocabulary, improve flexibility elements seen in dance. Dancers will learn R/L cartwheels, handstand, , standing back bend, back and forward rolls ,
Monday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Jazz 3 ages 7-12
Faster paced beginning class for students with 2+ years of recent jazz experience. Clean technique in placement, pirouettes, flexibility and strength. Shows proficiency in jazz style and performance.
Monday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Stretch and Mobility
A great way to focus on strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination. Must supply own yoga mat, 2 yoga blocks, 1 pound ankle weights and a theraband.
Monday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Tap Technique 4
Req 4+ years tap. Intermediate class focusing on fundamental rudiments , combinations, and dynamic footwork, .Classes are designed to explore various tap styles, rhythms and vocabulary. Start working at a faster pace.
Monday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Ballet 7/8 Monday
Advanced level Ballet requiring at least 7+ years continual, progressive ballet training . Class includes barre and center work, to include adagio, petite allegro, and grand allegro and reverence . Develop technical and artistic qualities for the preprofessional level.
Monday
6:00 PM to 7:15 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Acrobatics 2 Monday
Expanding on Acro 1 skills. Must have standing back bend and cartwheels on both sides. Acro will improve balancing skills and flexibility elements seen in dance.
Monday
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Beginning Teen/Adult Ballet
Ballet class for those with 0--2 years ballet experience, or for those wanting to return to ballet after a long absence. Students are taught proper body placement, body alignment, barre and center floor work, along with across the floor combinations. A great class for improving strength, balance, and flexibility.
Monday
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Tap 3
Faster pace beginning class for students with 2+ years of recent tap experience
Monday
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Acrobatics 3 Monday
Intermediate class. Prerequisite: front and back walkovers and basic acro skills. Dancers will work on more advanced skills like side aerials and back hand springs. Must be taken with a jazz or ballet class at appropriate level for the dancer.
Monday
7:15 PM to 8:15 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Beg/Intermediate Turns and Jumps
Create tighter turns, and flatter splits in our leaps thruough power, strength and flexibility. Must take a concurrent jazz class at the appropriate level for the dancer's experience
Monday
7:15 PM to 8:15 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Intermediate/Adv Rhythm Tap
Focus will be on articulation of dynamic footwork, improvisation and musicality through choreography. For tap dancers in level 3 tap and above./3 + years of recent tap training
Monday
7:15 PM to 8:15 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Pointe C
Minimum 5- 6 years training with FACULTY APPROVAL, and if have been on pointe minimum of 2+ years. Must be enrolled in minimum 2 ballet classes. intermediate level pointe work at the barre and center, including balancing and simple turns. Developing endurance, artistry and nimbleness.
Monday
7:15 PM to 8:00 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Tiny Ballet/Tumble
This introduction to ballet and tumbling is for our youngest dancers age 2 to 3. Motor skills, creative movement, basic vocabulary, and fun as we meet new friends and learn to take a dance class. Must be at least 2 when they come to the first class. No exceptions. Must be able to be in the class without a parent.
Tuesday
3:15 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Advanced Hip Hop
Fast paced class for Hip Hop dancers with 4+ years of previous hip hop experience or by teacher approval. Dancers are expected to be able to learn combinations quickly. Dancers can expect a guided warm up, stretch, conditioning, across the floor, freestyle, and choreography.
Tuesday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Ballet 4
Ballet requiring at least 4 years continual, progressive ballet experience or by faculty invitation. Also good prep for prepointe work Class includes barre and center work, to include port de bras, petite allegro, pirouettes, and grand allegro .Develope leg extension as well as balance, multiple turns and direction changes
Tuesday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Intro to Jazz
Jazz basics, stretch & flexibility, choreography and more done to upbeat music. Great for beginning dancers and dancers graduating from our mini level classes.
Tuesday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Mini Acrobats (Tuesday)
This introduction to tumbling is for our younger dancers . Motor skills, basic tumbling skills , vocabulary, and fun !!
Tuesday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Contemporary Dance, Int/adv
NOT AN ENTRY LEVEL CLASS. Level 5+ jazz required . Requires jazz/ballet/modern experience. A creative and popular form of dance using a combination of Jazz, Ballet and Modern Dance techniques with a soft flowing and expressive movements.. Must have previous experience in jazz/ballet/modern.
Tuesday
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Intro to Hip Hop (TUES)
Fun entry Level Hip Hop class. Good for beginners or dancers with 0-2 years of hip hop. Hip hop basics, style and musicality taught to up beat, high energy music. Must wear clean sneakers that you carry in with you and change at the studio.
Tuesday
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Mini Jazz
Dancers will learn a new dances to their favorite songs while learning the fundamentals of jazz . Class includes a warm up, stretch and fun routine. Requires black jazz shoes
Tuesday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Pointe A
By faculty approval Must be enrolled in minimum 2 ballet classes per week . Beginning/int level pointe work at the barre and center, including balancing and simple turns. Developing endurance, artistry and nimbleness. Requires pointe shoes
Tuesday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Ballet 5/6
A high intermediate ballet barre, center, and across the floor. To be taken twice a week Tuesday/Thursday.
Tuesday
6:15 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Jazz Technique 4
An intermediate jazz technique class combining jazz basics into new and complex combinations. Focus is on proper technique, style, and presentation.
Tuesday
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Hip Hop Teen/Adult
Trending music and moves will be explored as dancers learn to groove with confidence. Fun, non-intimidating atmosphere where you can relax and have a good time sweating it out. Clean/indoor sneakers only required.
Tuesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Intro to Tap
One of our most popular classes! Learn to make music with your feet .This entry level class is great for dancers with 0-1 year of recent experience in tap or those aging up from mini tap ages 5-7. Classes are designed to develop rhythm, style and sound. Basic vocabulary is taught while learning about musicality and timing. Exercises focus on relaxation of the knee and ankles, coordination, balance, speed of movement, and improvisation. Full sole tie Tap shoes required.
Tuesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Broadway Tap
Intermediate/adv class- Must have tap experience. Broadway/movie/musical theater style tap. Choreography and stylization are the main focus of this class. Not entry level- must know basic tap technique and vocabulary. Must also take an additional a technical tap class level 4 or higher. Dancers will learn a new combo each week.
Tuesday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Lyrical Jazz
A style of dance that blends jazz and ballet to often tell a story through movement. Must be taken with ballet 3+ or jazz 3+
Tuesday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Pointe B
Pointe class for dancers with over 1 year of experience on pointe. To be taken twice a week in addition to 2 ballet classes.
Tuesday
7:30 PM to 8:15 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Preschool Hip hop /Tumble (WED)
A fun, high energy class where hip hop and basic tumbling is taught. Builds coordination and strength while dancing.
Wear form fitting clothes and clean sneakers Must be able to be in the room without a parent and be potty trained
Wednesday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Studio 4
Danswest
Intermediate Adult Tap
Intermediate/advanced tap class. Explores various styles of tap and complex rhythmic patterns,choreography. Faster paced class. MINIMUM 4+ YEARS TAP
Wednesday
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Intro to Acrobatics Wed.
For the student with 0-2 years acro experience. Balancing basics, acro vocabulary, improve flexibility elements seen in dance. Dancers will learn R/L cartwheels, handstand, , standing back bend, back and forward rolls ,
Wednesday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Tap Technique 5/6
High Intermediate tap class focusing on progressive footwork patterns, syncopation, dynamics, clarity and musicality.
Wednesday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Mini Ballet
Learning our first ballet steps through the use of props and imagery. Barre and center floor exercises will be introduced and an appropriate pace to help the dancers improve their balance, flexibility, focus and coordination.
Wednesday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Ballet 7/8
Ballet requiring at least 7+ years continual, progressive ballet training . Class includes barre and center work, to include adagio, petite allegro, and grand allegro and reverence .Develop technical and artistic qualities for the preprofessional level.
Wednesday
4:30 PM to 5:45 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Intro to Ballet
Learn basic ballet vocabulary and movement in a fun and creative environment. Barre and center floor exercises will teach the dancers proper posture and build balance, flexibility, muscle control and grace.
Wednesday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Intro To Modern
A beginning class that teaches founding principles of modern concepts and technique. Dancers will explore new ways of moving in combinations, floor work and partnering. Must have at least 1-2 years experience in jazz or ballet.
Wednesday
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Mini Tappers
Introducing our young dancers to rhythm and musicality through fun exercises that will challenge their coordination, balance and memory! This is an upbeat class that our minis just LOVE!
Wednesday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Pointe C / Variations
Minimum 5- 6 years training with faculty approval, and must have been on pointe minimum of 2+ years. Must be enrolled in minimum 2 ballet classes. intermediate+ level pointe work at the barre and center, including balancing and turns. Develope endurance, artistry and nimbleness. Will explore variations from selected ballet pieces.
Wednesday
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Ballet 2
Faster paced beginning class that builds on the foundational vocabulary learned in Intro to Ballet. Great for dancers with 2 years of recent ballet experience.
Wednesday
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Beginning Tap Teen/Adult
This is a class great beginning level tap class for movers with no experience, limited experience, or lots of experience (but maybe it's been a while). The class is progressive and builds on technique and vocabulary learned in the previous classes so if you're brand new to dance, it's best to start at the beginning of the session. Whatever your experience level, this fun and supportive atmosphere will boost your confidence, musicality, balance, and coordination.
Wednesday
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Jazz 5/6
Requires 5 + years jazz training. Exceptions must be approved by instructor. Shows proficiency strength, flexibility ,technique, performance. Capable of quickly learning advanced combinations and chorepgraphy. Includes a proper warm-up, stretches.
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Jazz Technique 7/8
Advanced jazz. Must have at least 6+ years of jazz experience. Exceptions must be approved by instructor. Shows proficiency in correct placement, strength, flexibility ,technique, performance. Capable of quickly learning advanced combinations and choreography with style and technical understanding.
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Advanced Musical Theater Jazz
Requires level 5/6+ jazz. MUST also take a jazz 5 or above technique class. Musical Theatre is a jazz-based class filled with Broadway-style dancing and music., acting. May also incorporate other dance styles Classes incorporate the style of dance one would typically see on a Broadway stage. This form of dancing emphasizes learning performance skills such as connecting with the audience and facial expressions.
Wednesday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Beginning Teen/Adult Jazz
Good for movers with 0-3 years of experience. Jazz classes are fun and energetic. They include such elements as kicks, leaps, turns, splits, and isolations. Classes include stretch and strengthening exercises, floor work, and across the floor progressions in addition to a center floor combinations. Classes improve balance, coordination, flexibility and confidence in movement. Jazz shoes required.
Wednesday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Intermediate Musical Theater Jazz
This is a choreography and performance based class that uses terminology learned in jazz technique classes to create dances from popular broadway and tv shows. Must be taken with jazz 2, 3 or 4
Wednesday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Preschool Tap/Ballet (THURS)
Our preschool dancers will build social, motor and listening skills all while learning our very first dance steps in the styles of tap and ballet. Our most popular class!
Thursday
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Jazz 2
A faster paced beginning class for students with 1-2 years of recent jazz dance experience. This class will build on the vocabulary learned in Intro to Jazz with a stronger focus on technique, flexibility, and execution. Dancers will build confidence, coordination, and performance skills in this high energy class.
Thursday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Preschool Hip Hop/Tumble (THURS)
This high energy class will build coordination, strength and confidence while learning hip hop basics and beginning tumbling skills such as forward roll, bridge, and cartwheel.
Thursday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Ballet 3/4
Correct technical execution and body alignment will be emphasized as students prepare for pointe work. This is also the 2nd class for dancers in either level 3 or 4 ballet. This will be the class that performs in recital so that technique can still be the focus in their core ballet class.
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Mini Hip Hop (THURS)
Learn hip hop basics, musicality, and coordination in this fun and fast paced classes geared towards younger movers.
Thursday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Tap 2
Faster paced beginning class for students with 1-2 full years of recent tap experience. Class will build on the basic vocabulary learn in Intro to tap and introduce new patterns and phrasing. Coordination, balance, musicality, and confidence will be improved through fun and engaging exercises.
Thursday
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Int/Advanced Modern technique
NOT AN ENTRY LEVEL CLASS Horton, Graham and Taylor technique will be explored as we strengthen our modern foundation. . Must have at least 3 + years of previous modern classes, jazz and ballet. More advanced ideas and concepts will be explored. Dancers should be comfortable with the ideas formed in beginning and intermediate modern before enrolling in this class.
Thursday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Prepointe
For dancers in ballet 3/4+ as a preparation to go on pointe and for dancers in pointe A to continue strengthening through their first year en pointe. Also recommended for other serious dance students who are interested in improving alignment, stability, and strength. Need to take 2 ballet classes per week
Thursday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Intermediate Youth Hip Hop
The next step in our hip hop curriculum. Great for students who have 2+ years in the style of hip hop. Combos will be taught at a faster pace while challenging the dancer's musicality and dynamics. A super fun, high energy class!
Thursday
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Acrobatics 2 Thursday
Expanding on Acro 1 skills. Must have standing back bend and cartwheels on both sides.
Thursday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Ballet 5/6 Thurs
A high intermediate ballet barre, center, and across the floor. To be taken twice a week Tuesday/Thursday.
Thursday
6:30 PM to 7:45 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Tap Technique 7/8
Our most advanced tap class for dancers with multiple years of recent tap study. Improvisation, rudiments, and drills will be introduced to improve musicality, dynamics, speed, and articulation.
Thursday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 3
Danswest
Acrobatics 3 Thursday
Intermediate class. Prerequisite: front and back walkovers. Dancers will work on more advanced skills like side aerials and back hand springs. Must be taken with a jazz class at appropriate level for the dancer.
Thursday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 2
Danswest
Advanced Youth Hip Hop
Great for students who have 3+ years in the style of hip hop or cross-train in other styles of dance. Combos will be taught at a quick pace while challenging the dancer's musicality, performance, and dynamics. A super fun, high energy class!
Thursday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Pointe B
Pointe class for dancers with over 1 year of experience on pointe. To be taken twice a week in addition to 2 ballet classes.
Thursday
7:45 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio 1
Danswest
Tiny Ballet/Tumble
Our Tiny class is often the first class these little ones have EVER had. We are learning more than dance moves, we are learning how to be in a classroom. Listening, motor, communication, and social skills will all be improved while gaining confidence in ourselves and moving our body. Dancers must (eventually) be comfortable being in the classroom without a parent (which may take several sessions!). Large viewing window and lobby area for parents.
Friday
10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Studio 4
Danswest
Preschool Tap/Ballet (FRI)
Friday
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Studio 4
Danswest
Intro to Hip Hop (SAT)
Entry level class. Good for students with 0-2 years of dance experience.Hip hop dance movements taught to fun, high energy music. Classes generally include a stretch and strengthening warm up, across the floor, and choreography. Great for high energy kids! Requires clean sneakers.
Saturday
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Studio 3
Danswest
Mini Acrobats (Saturday)
This introduction to tumbling is for our younger dancers . Motor skills, basic tumbling skills , vocabulary, and fun !!
Saturday
9:00 AM to 9:45 AM
Studio 1
Danswest
Preschool Tap/Ballet (SAT)
Our preschool dancers will build social, motor and listening skills all while learning our very first dance steps in the styles of tap and ballet. Our most popular class!
Saturday
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Studio 4
Danswest
Intro to Acrobatics Saturday
For the student with 0-2 years acro experience. Balancing basics, acro vocabulary, improve flexibility elements seen in dance. Dancers will learn R/L cartwheels, handstand, , standing back bend, back and forward rolls ,
Saturday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Studio 1
Danswest
Mini Hip Hop (SAT)
Intro to hip hop basics in this fun, energetic class ! Requires sneakers that are not worn outdoors
Saturday
10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Studio 3
Danswest
Preschool Hip Hop/Tumble (SAT)
This high energy class will build coordination, strength and confidence while learning hip hop basics and beginning tumbling skills such as forward roll, bridge, and cartwheel.
Saturday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Studio 4
Danswest