Adult Classes
Monday Adult Pilates/Barre Fusion
Yoga ball and light hand weights will give you an extra burn in this strength-focused, low impact Pilates inspired workout. With minimal rest in between each exercise, you’ll activate your core and engage your glutes using controlled movements while incorporating your breath. A fun but challenging group exercise class for all levels!
Yoga ball and light hand weights will give you an extra burn in this strength-focused, low impact Pilates inspired workout. With minimal rest in between each exercise, you’ll activate your core and engage your glutes using controlled movements while incorporating your breath. A fun but challenging group exercise class for all levels!
Monday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Tuesday Adult Contemporary
Adult Contemporary is a dance class that combines elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, and ballet. Class includes a warm up, across the floor exercises, and choreography. Geared towards dancers with some prior dance experience. Come move with Mr. Miguel!
Adult Contemporary is a dance class that combines elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, and ballet. Class includes a warm up, across the floor exercises, and choreography. Geared towards dancers with some prior dance experience. Come move with Mr. Miguel!
Tuesday
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Tuesday Intermediate Adult Ballet
Designed to be accessible for all adults, with a focus on gradually warming up the body with ballet barre and center exercises. This class is centering, energizing, and fun! All experience levels welcome; this class is taught at an intermediate level.
Designed to be accessible for all adults, with a focus on gradually warming up the body with ballet barre and center exercises. This class is centering, energizing, and fun! All experience levels welcome; this class is taught at an intermediate level.
Tuesday
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Wednesday Adult Advanced/Professional Ballet
This will be an advanced level adult ballet class (18+) geared towards professional or working dancers in the RVA community.
This will be an advanced level adult ballet class (18+) geared towards professional or working dancers in the RVA community.
Wednesday
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Wednesday Adult Sculpt and Strengthen Barre Blast
This class will be taught by one of our esteemed dance faculty members, Arianna Lawson. Barre is a workout technique that focuses on low-impact, high-intensity movements. The class is focused on cardio, strength training and stretching. You will learn proper technique and form to help strengthen and tone your body. Come work out with us!
This class will be taught by one of our esteemed dance faculty members, Arianna Lawson. Barre is a workout technique that focuses on low-impact, high-intensity movements. The class is focused on cardio, strength training and stretching. You will learn proper technique and form to help strengthen and tone your body. Come work out with us!
Wednesday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Wednesday Evening Adult Open Level Contemporary
Come get your body moving in this open level contemporary class for ages 18 and up! Class will include a thurough warm up, across the floor exercises, and choreography that can be adapted to all skill levels. Options will be given if you prefer not to jump or roll on the floor! Join us! First timers get a free trial class. Just email info@westendacademy.com to schedule!
Come get your body moving in this open level contemporary class for ages 18 and up! Class will include a thurough warm up, across the floor exercises, and choreography that can be adapted to all skill levels. Options will be given if you prefer not to jump or roll on the floor! Join us! First timers get a free trial class. Just email info@westendacademy.com to schedule!
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:45 PM
5:30 PM to 6:45 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Adult Progressing Ballet Technique Mini Session
Progressing Ballet Technique is a conditioning class based around the classical ballet form. It's designed to hone and condition the muscles used for all movement, but especially dancing.
Taught by a certified instructor, this particular 8 week session is designed with adults in mind. It will build on exercises and routines to refine the participant’s understanding of their core, pelvic floor, back, and beyond. It’s easily modifiable up or down, depending on each participant’s needs.
Using a variety of tools such as yoga and pilates balls, there are similarities to both practices while referencing some ballet terminology. Prior experience with dance is helpful but it's not necessary.
Dancers must sign up for the full 8-week session--no drop ins.
Progressing Ballet Technique is a conditioning class based around the classical ballet form. It's designed to hone and condition the muscles used for all movement, but especially dancing.
Taught by a certified instructor, this particular 8 week session is designed with adults in mind. It will build on exercises and routines to refine the participant’s understanding of their core, pelvic floor, back, and beyond. It’s easily modifiable up or down, depending on each participant’s needs.
Using a variety of tools such as yoga and pilates balls, there are similarities to both practices while referencing some ballet terminology. Prior experience with dance is helpful but it's not necessary.
Dancers must sign up for the full 8-week session--no drop ins.
Wednesday
7:45 PM to 9:00 PM
7:45 PM to 9:00 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Wednesday Evening Intermediate Adult Ballet
Designed to be accessible for all adults, with a focus on gradually warming up the body with ballet barre and center exercises. This class is centering, energizing, and fun! All experience levels welcome; this class is taught at an intermediate level.
Designed to be accessible for all adults, with a focus on gradually warming up the body with ballet barre and center exercises. This class is centering, energizing, and fun! All experience levels welcome; this class is taught at an intermediate level.
Wednesday
7:45 PM to 9:00 PM
7:45 PM to 9:00 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Thursday Beginning Adult Ballet
Learn basic ballet fundamentals with this Beginning Adult Ballet class for adults! At the completion of this course, you will be much better equipped to jump into one of our open level Adult Ballet classes running throughout the year! We recommend purchasing an adult dance card to get a discounted rate. Otherwise, pay the $25 drop in fee per class.
Learn basic ballet fundamentals with this Beginning Adult Ballet class for adults! At the completion of this course, you will be much better equipped to jump into one of our open level Adult Ballet classes running throughout the year! We recommend purchasing an adult dance card to get a discounted rate. Otherwise, pay the $25 drop in fee per class.
Thursday
9:30 AM to 11:00 AM
9:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Thursday Intermediate Adult Ballet
Designed to be accessible for all adults, with a focus on gradually warming up the body with ballet barre and center exercises. This class is centering, energizing, and fun! All experience levels welcome; this class is taught at an intermediate level.
Designed to be accessible for all adults, with a focus on gradually warming up the body with ballet barre and center exercises. This class is centering, energizing, and fun! All experience levels welcome; this class is taught at an intermediate level.
Thursday
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Friday Adult Foundational Flow Yoga
Foundational Flow Yoga is a mindful sequence of yoga postures and movements, designed to help improve strength, mobility and body awareness. Bringing attention to breathing and linking the breath to movement, creating harmony in the body.
Foundational Flow Yoga is a mindful sequence of yoga postures and movements, designed to help improve strength, mobility and body awareness. Bringing attention to breathing and linking the breath to movement, creating harmony in the body.
Friday
9:10 AM to 10:00 AM
9:10 AM to 10:00 AM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Friday Adult Advanced/Professional Ballet
This will be an advanced level adult ballet class (18+) geared towards professional or working dancers in the RVA community.
This will be an advanced level adult ballet class (18+) geared towards professional or working dancers in the RVA community.
Friday
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Friday Intermediate Adult Ballet
Designed to be accessible for all adults, with a focus on gradually warming up the body with ballet barre and center exercises. This class is centering, energizing, and fun! All experience levels welcome; this class is taught at an intermediate level.
Designed to be accessible for all adults, with a focus on gradually warming up the body with ballet barre and center exercises. This class is centering, energizing, and fun! All experience levels welcome; this class is taught at an intermediate level.
Friday
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Saturday Intermediate Adult Ballet
Designed to be accessible for all adults, with a focus on gradually warming up the body with ballet barre and center exercises. This class is centering, energizing, and fun! All experience levels welcome; this class is taught at an intermediate level.
Designed to be accessible for all adults, with a focus on gradually warming up the body with ballet barre and center exercises. This class is centering, energizing, and fun! All experience levels welcome; this class is taught at an intermediate level.
Saturday
8:45 AM to 10:00 AM
8:45 AM to 10:00 AM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Miss Anne's Music and Movement
Miss Anne's Music and Movement
Miss Anne's Music and Movement is coming to WEAD! This popular class is geared toward infant through preschool age. Parent/guardian and child take class together! Normally Miss Anne's classes are open to up to 100 people in a class. This is a special private class with only 20 families! Each class is 30 minutes long. We will provide a variety of clean materials such as egg shakers, scarves, bean bags, and other instruments! Kids will dance and play instruments along with a mix of children's classics and contemporary songs. Bonus: second and third children take class for free!
Miss Anne's Music and Movement is coming to WEAD! This popular class is geared toward infant through preschool age. Parent/guardian and child take class together! Normally Miss Anne's classes are open to up to 100 people in a class. This is a special private class with only 20 families! Each class is 30 minutes long. We will provide a variety of clean materials such as egg shakers, scarves, bean bags, and other instruments! Kids will dance and play instruments along with a mix of children's classics and contemporary songs. Bonus: second and third children take class for free!
Monday
9:30 AM to 10:00 AM
9:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Mini Sessions
Pre-Ballet Mini Session Starting 10/29
This 7-week mini-session is an introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
This 7-week mini-session is an introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
Tuesday
12:45 PM to 1:30 PM
12:45 PM to 1:30 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Pre-Ballet Mini Session Starting 9/3
This 8-week mini-session is an introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
This 8-week mini-session is an introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
Tuesday
12:45 PM to 1:30 PM
12:45 PM to 1:30 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
2024/2025 Regular Season
Pre-Ballet
This class is full
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
This class is full
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
Monday
3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Pre-Ballet
This class is full
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
This class is full
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
Monday
3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Jazz I
An introduction to jazz technique with an emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic jazz motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance, and dynamics.
An introduction to jazz technique with an emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic jazz motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance, and dynamics.
Monday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet I
This class is full
This class teaches children the beginning fundamentals of ballet such as ballet steps, stretching, across the floor exercises and center activities, as well as ballet technique and vocabulary.
This class is full
This class teaches children the beginning fundamentals of ballet such as ballet steps, stretching, across the floor exercises and center activities, as well as ballet technique and vocabulary.
Monday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Jazz III
A high-energy class that focuses on rhythm, isolations, and style. Students will develop a foundation of basic jazz techniques including jumps, pirouettes, across-the-floor progressions, and stylized movement. For Ballet IV and V dancers.
A high-energy class that focuses on rhythm, isolations, and style. Students will develop a foundation of basic jazz techniques including jumps, pirouettes, across-the-floor progressions, and stylized movement. For Ballet IV and V dancers.
Monday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Hippity Hoppity
This class is full
This introductory class will teach students the fundamental hip hop movements. Students will practice proper warm up, stretching, across the floor, and dance combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, and style. No experience required.
This class is full
This introductory class will teach students the fundamental hip hop movements. Students will practice proper warm up, stretching, across the floor, and dance combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, and style. No experience required.
Monday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet VIII
Our most advanced level ballet & pointe technique class. Students continue developing their strength and flexibility, while adding performance quality. It is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, adagio, pirouettes, petite allegro and grand allegro, all with emphasis on proper technique and quality of movement.
Our most advanced level ballet & pointe technique class. Students continue developing their strength and flexibility, while adding performance quality. It is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, adagio, pirouettes, petite allegro and grand allegro, all with emphasis on proper technique and quality of movement.
Monday
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Jazz IV
This intermediate jazz technique class includes a full warm-up, across-the-floor progressions, and stylized movement focusing on musicality, quality of movement, and expression. This class gives students a thorough grounding in jazz terminology and technique while giving them an opportunity to grow as performers. For Ballet VI and VII dancers.
This intermediate jazz technique class includes a full warm-up, across-the-floor progressions, and stylized movement focusing on musicality, quality of movement, and expression. This class gives students a thorough grounding in jazz terminology and technique while giving them an opportunity to grow as performers. For Ballet VI and VII dancers.
Monday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Hip Hop I
Level I hip hop will teach the fundamental moves of hip hop through across the floor and center combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, improvisation, strength building and style. No experience required.
Level I hip hop will teach the fundamental moves of hip hop through across the floor and center combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, improvisation, strength building and style. No experience required.
Monday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet VI
Upper level ballet & pointe technique. This class works on advancing and strengthening the dancer through a structured technical class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Upper level ballet & pointe technique. This class works on advancing and strengthening the dancer through a structured technical class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Monday
6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Advanced Hip Hop I
This class is full
This class will build upon the fundamental moves of hip hop through across the floor combinations and challenging center combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, footwork, improvisation, strength building, and style.
This class is full
This class will build upon the fundamental moves of hip hop through across the floor combinations and challenging center combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, footwork, improvisation, strength building, and style.
Monday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Musical Theater Dance II
This class is full
A fun and informative class where students get to dive into different styles of the American musical. The class will include a warm-up followed by a combination from a musical and will touch on iconic choreographers and their contribution to the art form.
This class is full
A fun and informative class where students get to dive into different styles of the American musical. The class will include a warm-up followed by a combination from a musical and will touch on iconic choreographers and their contribution to the art form.
Monday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Advanced Hip Hop II
This advanced level class will build upon the fundamental moves of hip hop through across the floor and challenging center combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, improvisation, strength building, and style. For mature dancers with at least 2 years of hip hop experience.
This advanced level class will build upon the fundamental moves of hip hop through across the floor and challenging center combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, improvisation, strength building, and style. For mature dancers with at least 2 years of hip hop experience.
Monday
8:00 PM to 9:15 PM
8:00 PM to 9:15 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet VII
Advanced level ballet and pointe technique. Students continue developing their strength and flexibility, while adding performance quality. It is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, adagio, pirouettes, petite allegro and grand allegro, all with emphasis on proper technique and quality of movement. Pointe work is done in center, away from the barre, at this level.
Advanced level ballet and pointe technique. Students continue developing their strength and flexibility, while adding performance quality. It is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, adagio, pirouettes, petite allegro and grand allegro, all with emphasis on proper technique and quality of movement. Pointe work is done in center, away from the barre, at this level.
Monday
8:00 PM to 9:15 PM
8:00 PM to 9:15 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Pre-Ballet
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
Tuesday
3:15 PM to 4:00 PM
3:15 PM to 4:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet I
Tuesday
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet II
This class prepares children for traditional ballet techniques. Proper posture, alignment, and musicality are taught through ballet barre work, imaginative games and across the floor exercises.
This class prepares children for traditional ballet techniques. Proper posture, alignment, and musicality are taught through ballet barre work, imaginative games and across the floor exercises.
Tuesday
3:45 PM to 4:45 PM
3:45 PM to 4:45 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Jazz I
This class is full
An introduction to jazz technique with an emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic jazz motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance, and dynamics.
This class is full
An introduction to jazz technique with an emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic jazz motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance, and dynamics.
Tuesday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet II
This class prepares children for traditional ballet techniques. Proper posture, alignment, and musicality are taught through ballet barre work, imaginative games and across the floor exercises.
This class prepares children for traditional ballet techniques. Proper posture, alignment, and musicality are taught through ballet barre work, imaginative games and across the floor exercises.
Tuesday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet III
In this class, students develop the strength and elegance of a ballet dancer, while learning discipline, classroom etiquette and the love of ballet. A structured ballet class is taught, consisting of an introduction to barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
In this class, students develop the strength and elegance of a ballet dancer, while learning discipline, classroom etiquette and the love of ballet. A structured ballet class is taught, consisting of an introduction to barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Tuesday
4:45 PM to 5:45 PM
4:45 PM to 5:45 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Jazz II
This class is full
A high-energy class for beginners that focuses on rhythm and baseline jazz technique, proper warm-up and stretching, stylized movement, and basic across-the-floor progressions.
This class is full
A high-energy class for beginners that focuses on rhythm and baseline jazz technique, proper warm-up and stretching, stylized movement, and basic across-the-floor progressions.
Tuesday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Jazz V
This advanced jazz technique class offers students an opportunity to push themselves technically, while further developing their performative range and individual artistic voice. The warm-up and progressions use classic jazz techniques to develop students' musicality, athleticism, alignment, and performance. For Ballet VIII dancers.
This advanced jazz technique class offers students an opportunity to push themselves technically, while further developing their performative range and individual artistic voice. The warm-up and progressions use classic jazz techniques to develop students' musicality, athleticism, alignment, and performance. For Ballet VIII dancers.
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:45 PM
5:30 PM to 6:45 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet IV
This level is designed for dancers with two or more years of continuous study. Ballet IVA continues the fundamentals of classical ballet focusing on use of the arms and head. This is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
This level is designed for dancers with two or more years of continuous study. Ballet IVA continues the fundamentals of classical ballet focusing on use of the arms and head. This is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Tuesday
5:45 PM to 7:00 PM
5:45 PM to 7:00 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Jazz II
A high-energy class for beginners that focuses on rhythm and baseline jazz technique, proper warm-up and stretching, stylized movement, and basic across-the-floor progressions.
A high-energy class for beginners that focuses on rhythm and baseline jazz technique, proper warm-up and stretching, stylized movement, and basic across-the-floor progressions.
Tuesday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Jazz VI
This advanced jazz technique class offers students an opportunity to push themselves technically, while further developing their performative range and individual artistic voice. The warm-up and progressions use classic jazz techniques to develop students' musicality, athleticism, alignment, and performance. For Ballet VIII dancers.
This advanced jazz technique class offers students an opportunity to push themselves technically, while further developing their performative range and individual artistic voice. The warm-up and progressions use classic jazz techniques to develop students' musicality, athleticism, alignment, and performance. For Ballet VIII dancers.
Tuesday
6:45 PM to 8:15 PM
6:45 PM to 8:15 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet V
An intermediate level ballet class that involves pre-pointe and beginning pointe work. This class focuses on advancing and strengthening the dancer through a structured technical class. At least 2 years of consecutive ballet training is required to be evaluated for pointe. Teacher recommendation required.
An intermediate level ballet class that involves pre-pointe and beginning pointe work. This class focuses on advancing and strengthening the dancer through a structured technical class. At least 2 years of consecutive ballet training is required to be evaluated for pointe. Teacher recommendation required.
Tuesday
7:00 PM to 8:15 PM
7:00 PM to 8:15 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Basic Ballet
An accelerated, classical ballet level for beginners. This is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
An accelerated, classical ballet level for beginners. This is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Tuesday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Advanced Hip Hop II
This advanced level class will build upon the fundamental moves of hip hop through across the floor and challenging center combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, improvisation, strength building, and style. For mature dancers with at least 2 years of hip hop experience.
This advanced level class will build upon the fundamental moves of hip hop through across the floor and challenging center combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, improvisation, strength building, and style. For mature dancers with at least 2 years of hip hop experience.
Tuesday
8:15 PM to 9:15 PM
8:15 PM to 9:15 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Contemporary Ballet
Contemporary Ballet is a genre of dance that incorporates elements of both Classical Ballet and Modern dance. In this class, dancers will build upon their Classical Ballet technique with stylized contemporary movement. This class focuses on teaching repertory, and therefore does not fulfill the two technique class requirement for pointe work or Ensemble. Ballet VI+. Pointe work not required.
Contemporary Ballet is a genre of dance that incorporates elements of both Classical Ballet and Modern dance. In this class, dancers will build upon their Classical Ballet technique with stylized contemporary movement. This class focuses on teaching repertory, and therefore does not fulfill the two technique class requirement for pointe work or Ensemble. Ballet VI+. Pointe work not required.
Tuesday
8:15 PM to 9:15 PM
8:15 PM to 9:15 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Jazz I
An introduction to jazz technique with an emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic jazz motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance, and dynamics.
An introduction to jazz technique with an emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic jazz motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance, and dynamics.
Wednesday
3:15 PM to 4:15 PM
3:15 PM to 4:15 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Pre-Tap
Wednesday
3:15 PM to 4:00 PM
3:15 PM to 4:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Pre-Ballet
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
Wednesday
3:30 PM to 4:15 PM
3:30 PM to 4:15 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Tap I
An introductory tap class where dancers will gain a basic understanding of tap steps and terminology while exploring rhythms and movement.
An introductory tap class where dancers will gain a basic understanding of tap steps and terminology while exploring rhythms and movement.
Wednesday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet I
This class is full
This class teaches children the beginning fundamentals of ballet such as ballet steps, stretching, across the floor exercises and center activities, as well as ballet technique and vocabulary.
This class is full
This class teaches children the beginning fundamentals of ballet such as ballet steps, stretching, across the floor exercises and center activities, as well as ballet technique and vocabulary.
Wednesday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet III
In this class, students develop the strength and elegance of a ballet dancer, while learning discipline, classroom etiquette and the love of ballet. A structured ballet class is taught, consisting of an introduction to barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
In this class, students develop the strength and elegance of a ballet dancer, while learning discipline, classroom etiquette and the love of ballet. A structured ballet class is taught, consisting of an introduction to barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Wednesday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Tap III
Build upon the basic fundamentals of rhythm tap through musicality, coordination, and sound. The focus of each tap class is to improve the student’s sound clarity, rhythm and musicality, timing and phrasing. Classes are structured in the traditional tap format; warm-up exercises, technique and progressive movements, combination or dance routine. For dancers with 1-2 years of tap experience.
Build upon the basic fundamentals of rhythm tap through musicality, coordination, and sound. The focus of each tap class is to improve the student’s sound clarity, rhythm and musicality, timing and phrasing. Classes are structured in the traditional tap format; warm-up exercises, technique and progressive movements, combination or dance routine. For dancers with 1-2 years of tap experience.
Wednesday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet VI
Upper level ballet & pointe technique. This class works on advancing and strengthening the dancer through a structured technical class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Upper level ballet & pointe technique. This class works on advancing and strengthening the dancer through a structured technical class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Wednesday
5:15 PM to 6:30 PM
5:15 PM to 6:30 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Teen Jazz
An accelerated intermediate level class that explores classic jazz isolations, proper warm up and stretching, across the floor progressions, and phrase work to practice learning choreography. This class is designed for the teen dancer with little or no prior experience.
An accelerated intermediate level class that explores classic jazz isolations, proper warm up and stretching, across the floor progressions, and phrase work to practice learning choreography. This class is designed for the teen dancer with little or no prior experience.
Wednesday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet VIII
Our most advanced level ballet & pointe technique class. Students continue developing their strength and flexibility, while adding performance quality. It is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, adagio, pirouettes, petite allegro and grand allegro, all with emphasis on proper technique and quality of movement.
Our most advanced level ballet & pointe technique class. Students continue developing their strength and flexibility, while adding performance quality. It is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, adagio, pirouettes, petite allegro and grand allegro, all with emphasis on proper technique and quality of movement.
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Contemporary I
Contemporary I (ages 10+) - an introduction to combining classical ballet technique with the floor work and dynamics of modern dance. This class also explores storytelling through current music. Dancers are strongly encouraged to have at least 2 years of ballet training.
Contemporary I (ages 10+) - an introduction to combining classical ballet technique with the floor work and dynamics of modern dance. This class also explores storytelling through current music. Dancers are strongly encouraged to have at least 2 years of ballet training.
Wednesday
6:45 PM to 7:45 PM
6:45 PM to 7:45 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Commercial Contemporary and Choreography II
For Ballet VI and VII dancers. We will explore the total movement potential of the body. This class combines elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, lyrical, and classical ballet. This dance style can be found on SYTYCD, commercials, Broadway, movies, or on tours with recording artists.
For Ballet VI and VII dancers. We will explore the total movement potential of the body. This class combines elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, lyrical, and classical ballet. This dance style can be found on SYTYCD, commercials, Broadway, movies, or on tours with recording artists.
Wednesday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Commercial Contemporary and Choreography III
For Ballet VIII dancers. We will explore the total movement potential of the body. This class combines elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, lyrical, and classical ballet. This dance style can be found on SYTYCD, commercials, Broadway, movies, or on tours with recording artists.
For Ballet VIII dancers. We will explore the total movement potential of the body. This class combines elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, lyrical, and classical ballet. This dance style can be found on SYTYCD, commercials, Broadway, movies, or on tours with recording artists.
Wednesday
8:00 PM to 9:15 PM
8:00 PM to 9:15 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Hip Hop II
This class will reinforce the fundamental moves of hip hop through across the floor and center combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, improvisation, strength building and style. No experience required.
This class will reinforce the fundamental moves of hip hop through across the floor and center combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, improvisation, strength building and style. No experience required.
Wednesday
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet I
This class teaches children the beginning fundamentals of ballet such as ballet steps, stretching, across the floor exercises and center activities, as well as ballet technique and vocabulary.
This class teaches children the beginning fundamentals of ballet such as ballet steps, stretching, across the floor exercises and center activities, as well as ballet technique and vocabulary.
Thursday
3:15 PM to 4:15 PM
3:15 PM to 4:15 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Pre-Ballet
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
Thursday
3:15 PM to 4:00 PM
3:15 PM to 4:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet III
In this class, students develop the strength and elegance of a ballet dancer, while learning discipline, classroom etiquette and the love of ballet. A structured ballet class is taught, consisting of an introduction to barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
In this class, students develop the strength and elegance of a ballet dancer, while learning discipline, classroom etiquette and the love of ballet. A structured ballet class is taught, consisting of an introduction to barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Thursday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Hippity Hoppity
This class is full
This introductory class will teach students the fundamental hip hop movements. Students will practice proper warm up, stretching, across the floor, and dance combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, and style. No experience required.
This class is full
This introductory class will teach students the fundamental hip hop movements. Students will practice proper warm up, stretching, across the floor, and dance combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, and style. No experience required.
Thursday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet II
This class prepares children for traditional ballet techniques. Proper posture, alignment, and musicality are taught through ballet barre work, imaginative games and across the floor exercises.
This class prepares children for traditional ballet techniques. Proper posture, alignment, and musicality are taught through ballet barre work, imaginative games and across the floor exercises.
Thursday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet IV
This level is designed for dancers with two or more years of continuous study. Ballet IVA continues the fundamentals of classical ballet focusing on use of the arms and head. This is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
This level is designed for dancers with two or more years of continuous study. Ballet IVA continues the fundamentals of classical ballet focusing on use of the arms and head. This is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Thursday
5:00 PM to 6:15 PM
5:00 PM to 6:15 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Hippity Hoppity
This class is full
This introductory class will teach students the fundamental hip hop movements. Students will practice proper warm up, stretching, across the floor, and dance combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, and style. No experience required.
This class is full
This introductory class will teach students the fundamental hip hop movements. Students will practice proper warm up, stretching, across the floor, and dance combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, and style. No experience required.
Thursday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Modern II
This intermediate class reinforces the fundamental concepts of space, time, and energy through the practices of modern dance techniques. Intermediate modern students focus on alignment, technique, and performance. In addition, this class explores floor work, partnering, and improvisation. For Ballet VI and VII dancers.
This intermediate class reinforces the fundamental concepts of space, time, and energy through the practices of modern dance techniques. Intermediate modern students focus on alignment, technique, and performance. In addition, this class explores floor work, partnering, and improvisation. For Ballet VI and VII dancers.
Thursday
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet V
An intermediate level ballet class that involves pre-pointe and beginning pointe work. This class focuses on advancing and strengthening the dancer through a structured technical class. At least 2 years of consecutive ballet training is required to be evaluated for pointe. Teacher recommendation required.
An intermediate level ballet class that involves pre-pointe and beginning pointe work. This class focuses on advancing and strengthening the dancer through a structured technical class. At least 2 years of consecutive ballet training is required to be evaluated for pointe. Teacher recommendation required.
Thursday
6:15 PM to 7:45 PM
6:15 PM to 7:45 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Modern III
This advanced class is designed for students with a high degree of technical level and the ability to adapt their skills to a variety of forms within the modern dance discipline. Students are provided with technically challenging material to expand their movement capabilities, which aids in their artistic growth as performers. Personal movement style and individual performance are strongly emphasized. For Ballet VIII dancers.
This advanced class is designed for students with a high degree of technical level and the ability to adapt their skills to a variety of forms within the modern dance discipline. Students are provided with technically challenging material to expand their movement capabilities, which aids in their artistic growth as performers. Personal movement style and individual performance are strongly emphasized. For Ballet VIII dancers.
Thursday
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Tap II
This class is full
Build upon the basic fundamentals of rhythm tap through musicality, coordination, and sound. The focus of each tap class is to improve the student’s sound clarity, rhythm and musicality, timing and phrasing. Classes are structured in the traditional tap format; warm-up exercises, technique and progressive movements, combination or dance routine. For dancers with 1-2 years of tap experience.
This class is full
Build upon the basic fundamentals of rhythm tap through musicality, coordination, and sound. The focus of each tap class is to improve the student’s sound clarity, rhythm and musicality, timing and phrasing. Classes are structured in the traditional tap format; warm-up exercises, technique and progressive movements, combination or dance routine. For dancers with 1-2 years of tap experience.
Thursday
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Classical Variations concluding with Dancer Stretch
This class is for advanced ballet dancers looking to challenge and increase their pointe technique and execution, while learning some of the most beloved ballets in the world. This is for Ballet VII and VIII dancers only. Pointe work is a requirement this year. Also, new this year, this class will end with a robust stretching segment to help restore our bodies after a long day (and week) of dancing.
This class is for advanced ballet dancers looking to challenge and increase their pointe technique and execution, while learning some of the most beloved ballets in the world. This is for Ballet VII and VIII dancers only. Pointe work is a requirement this year. Also, new this year, this class will end with a robust stretching segment to help restore our bodies after a long day (and week) of dancing.
Thursday
7:15 PM to 8:15 PM
7:15 PM to 8:15 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Tap IV
Intermediate and advanced rhythm tap. These classes continues the development of tap technique & terminology. Students will further develop skills including musicality and sound clarity with an added focus on increasing speed, and developing style. Adults are welcome to drop in!
Intermediate and advanced rhythm tap. These classes continues the development of tap technique & terminology. Students will further develop skills including musicality and sound clarity with an added focus on increasing speed, and developing style. Adults are welcome to drop in!
Thursday
7:15 PM to 8:15 PM
7:15 PM to 8:15 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Advanced Basic Ballet II
An accelerated, classical ballet level for beginners. This is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
An accelerated, classical ballet level for beginners. This is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Thursday
7:45 PM to 9:00 PM
7:45 PM to 9:00 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Basic Ballet
This class teaches children the beginning fundamentals of ballet such as ballet steps, stretching, across the floor exercises and center activities, as well as ballet technique and vocabulary.
This class teaches children the beginning fundamentals of ballet such as ballet steps, stretching, across the floor exercises and center activities, as well as ballet technique and vocabulary.
Friday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Beginner Boys Ballet
A ballet technique class just for boys! This class includes general ballet technique with an emphasis on male-specific steps. Lots of jumps, lots of energy, lots of fun! Recommended for dancers with less than two years of ballet experience.
A ballet technique class just for boys! This class includes general ballet technique with an emphasis on male-specific steps. Lots of jumps, lots of energy, lots of fun! Recommended for dancers with less than two years of ballet experience.
Friday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Hippity Hoppity
This class is full
This introductory class will teach students the fundamental hip hop movements. Students will practice proper warm up, stretching, across the floor, and dance combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, and style. No experience required.
This class is full
This introductory class will teach students the fundamental hip hop movements. Students will practice proper warm up, stretching, across the floor, and dance combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, and style. No experience required.
Friday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Intermediate Boys Ballet
A ballet technique class just for boys! This class includes general ballet technique with an emphasis on male-specific steps. Lots of jumps, lots of energy, lots of fun! 2+ years of ballet experience required.
A ballet technique class just for boys! This class includes general ballet technique with an emphasis on male-specific steps. Lots of jumps, lots of energy, lots of fun! 2+ years of ballet experience required.
Friday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Intermediate Pointe
An intermediate level pointe class for dancers with 1-3 years of pointe experience.
An intermediate level pointe class for dancers with 1-3 years of pointe experience.
Friday
5:00 PM to 6:15 PM
5:00 PM to 6:15 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Boys Hip Hop
This introductory class will teach students the fundamental hip hop movements. Students will practice proper warm up, stretching, across the floor, and dance combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, and style. No experience required. Just for boys!!!
This introductory class will teach students the fundamental hip hop movements. Students will practice proper warm up, stretching, across the floor, and dance combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, and style. No experience required. Just for boys!!!
Friday
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Advanced Basic Ballet I
An accelerated, classical ballet level for beginners. This is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
An accelerated, classical ballet level for beginners. This is a structured ballet class consisting of full barre work, center combinations and across the floor exercises, all with emphasis on proper alignment, posture and technique.
Friday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Basic Pointe
This class is full
This is a class for Level V and Advanced Basic Pointe dancers who are just starting out on pointe or who are working towards being approve for pointe. If you are not yet approved for pointe, this is a great class to help you get there with lots of strengthening and alignment exercises that you will do on flat ballet slippers.
This class is full
This is a class for Level V and Advanced Basic Pointe dancers who are just starting out on pointe or who are working towards being approve for pointe. If you are not yet approved for pointe, this is a great class to help you get there with lots of strengthening and alignment exercises that you will do on flat ballet slippers.
Friday
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Hip Hop I
Level I hip hop will teach the fundamental moves of hip hop through across the floor and center combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, improvisation, strength building and style. No experience required.
Level I hip hop will teach the fundamental moves of hip hop through across the floor and center combinations. This high energy class will emphasize musicality, coordination, basic footwork, improvisation, strength building and style. No experience required.
Friday
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Pre-Ballet
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
Saturday
9:00 AM to 9:45 AM
9:00 AM to 9:45 AM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet I
This class teaches children the beginning fundamentals of ballet such as ballet steps, stretching, across the floor exercises and center activities, as well as ballet technique and vocabulary.
This class teaches children the beginning fundamentals of ballet such as ballet steps, stretching, across the floor exercises and center activities, as well as ballet technique and vocabulary.
Saturday
9:15 AM to 10:15 AM
9:15 AM to 10:15 AM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Ballet II
This class prepares children for traditional ballet techniques. Proper posture, alignment, and musicality are taught through ballet barre work, imaginative games and across the floor exercises.
This class prepares children for traditional ballet techniques. Proper posture, alignment, and musicality are taught through ballet barre work, imaginative games and across the floor exercises.
Saturday
9:45 AM to 10:45 AM
9:45 AM to 10:45 AM
Ruby Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Advanced Pointe
An advanced level pointe class for Ballet VII and VIII dancers.
An advanced level pointe class for Ballet VII and VIII dancers.
Saturday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Sapphire Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Pre-Ballet
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
An introduction to dance with emphasis on FUN! This class combines elements of dance with music, sound, imagery, and props to teach basic ballet motor skills, movement patterns, rhythm, balance and dynamics.
Saturday
10:15 AM to 11:00 AM
10:15 AM to 11:00 AM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Master Classes
Bradley Shelver Master Class
We are beyond excited to announce that we will be holding a very special master class with Bradley Shelver, Artistic Director of The Joffrey Concert Group, on Thursday, Oct. 24th from 7:15-9:15pm. (NEW TIME!)
This two hour ballet class is being offered to Ballet VI, VII, and VIII and is $25.
In this class, there is also opportunity to earn a scholarship to The Joffrey Ballet School summer program.
We are incredibly lucky that Mr. Shelver is offering this opportunity privately for WEAD dancers!
A much larger local audition is happening that is open to all and will require a class fee + an additional Joffrey Ballet audition fee. However, for the WEAD private master class, there is only the class fee of $25.
Please note that this class is NOT an audition, but a class with the possibility of walking out with an invitation to The Joffrey Ballet School summer program.
We hope you will all take this amazing opportunity to learn from someone with an incredible background and wealth of knowledge, whether or not a summer program is of interest to you.
Originally from South Africa, Shelver trained at the National School of the Arts in Johannesburg and The Ailey School in New York. He is currently the Artistic Director of The Joffrey Concert Group and several Joffrey Ballet School programs. His career spans performances with prestigious companies like Ailey II, Complexions Contemporary Ballet, Ballet Hispanico, and The Metropolitan Opera Ballet, where he is in his 15th season as principal dancer.
As a renowned choreographer, teacher, and adjudicator, Shelver has created works for companies and schools across the globe, including The Royal Danish and Swedish Ballet Schools, Ailey II, and Richmond Ballet. His expertise extends to curating festivals and teaching for Broadway productions like The Lion King.
If attending the class, please be in dress code attire.
We are beyond excited to announce that we will be holding a very special master class with Bradley Shelver, Artistic Director of The Joffrey Concert Group, on Thursday, Oct. 24th from 7:15-9:15pm. (NEW TIME!)
This two hour ballet class is being offered to Ballet VI, VII, and VIII and is $25.
In this class, there is also opportunity to earn a scholarship to The Joffrey Ballet School summer program.
We are incredibly lucky that Mr. Shelver is offering this opportunity privately for WEAD dancers!
A much larger local audition is happening that is open to all and will require a class fee + an additional Joffrey Ballet audition fee. However, for the WEAD private master class, there is only the class fee of $25.
Please note that this class is NOT an audition, but a class with the possibility of walking out with an invitation to The Joffrey Ballet School summer program.
We hope you will all take this amazing opportunity to learn from someone with an incredible background and wealth of knowledge, whether or not a summer program is of interest to you.
Originally from South Africa, Shelver trained at the National School of the Arts in Johannesburg and The Ailey School in New York. He is currently the Artistic Director of The Joffrey Concert Group and several Joffrey Ballet School programs. His career spans performances with prestigious companies like Ailey II, Complexions Contemporary Ballet, Ballet Hispanico, and The Metropolitan Opera Ballet, where he is in his 15th season as principal dancer.
As a renowned choreographer, teacher, and adjudicator, Shelver has created works for companies and schools across the globe, including The Royal Danish and Swedish Ballet Schools, Ailey II, and Richmond Ballet. His expertise extends to curating festivals and teaching for Broadway productions like The Lion King.
If attending the class, please be in dress code attire.
Thursday
7:15 PM to 9:15 PM
7:15 PM to 9:15 PM
Emerald Studio
West End Academy of Dance
West End Academy of Dance
Summer 2025
Ballet Boot Camp
A rigorous week of ballet and pointe training for the serious minded dancer. For current Ballet VI and up dancers. New WEAD students, contact the studio for level placement. Concludes with an in house showcase on the final day!
August 11-15 | 9am-3pm | $410
Sample Schedule:
9am Ballet Technique Class
11am Break
11:15am Pointe Class
12:15 Lunch
12:45 Master Class (i.e. Classical Variations, Partnering, Contemporary Ballet)
2pm Ballet Repertory
A rigorous week of ballet and pointe training for the serious minded dancer. For current Ballet VI and up dancers. New WEAD students, contact the studio for level placement. Concludes with an in house showcase on the final day!
August 11-15 | 9am-3pm | $410
Sample Schedule:
9am Ballet Technique Class
11am Break
11:15am Pointe Class
12:15 Lunch
12:45 Master Class (i.e. Classical Variations, Partnering, Contemporary Ballet)
2pm Ballet Repertory
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
West End Academy of Dance
Christmas in July Camp
Dancers will learn repertory from the beloved ballet, The Nutcracker, and perform their own mini Nutcracker on the final day of camp!
July 21-25 | 9am-1pm | $275
Sample Schedule:
9am Ballet Technique Class
10:30am Nutcracker Repertory
11:30am Lunch
12pm Master Class
Dancers will learn repertory from the beloved ballet, The Nutcracker, and perform their own mini Nutcracker on the final day of camp!
July 21-25 | 9am-1pm | $275
Sample Schedule:
9am Ballet Technique Class
10:30am Nutcracker Repertory
11:30am Lunch
12pm Master Class
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
West End Academy of Dance
Contemporary Boot Camp
Includes daily ballet class followed by contemporary master classes from WEAD faculty as well as guest instructors. Concludes with an in-house showase on the final day!
June 9-13 | 9am-3pm | $410
Sample Schedule:
9am Ballet Technique Class
10:30am Break
10:45am Master Class 1
12:00 Lunch
12:30 Master Class 2
2:00 Contemporary Repertory
Includes daily ballet class followed by contemporary master classes from WEAD faculty as well as guest instructors. Concludes with an in-house showase on the final day!
June 9-13 | 9am-3pm | $410
Sample Schedule:
9am Ballet Technique Class
10:30am Break
10:45am Master Class 1
12:00 Lunch
12:30 Master Class 2
2:00 Contemporary Repertory
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
West End Academy of Dance
Disney Dreams Dance Camp
Combine your love of dance and Disney in this magical camp where you’ll move and groove to music from Moana, Mary Poppins, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, and more! Includes an in-house showcase on the final day of camp!
August 4-8 | 9am-1pm | $275
Sample Schedule:
9am Ballet Technique Class
10:30am Disney-Inspired Repertory
11:30am Lunch
12pm Master Class (Different Genre Each Day!)
Combine your love of dance and Disney in this magical camp where you’ll move and groove to music from Moana, Mary Poppins, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, and more! Includes an in-house showcase on the final day of camp!
August 4-8 | 9am-1pm | $275
Sample Schedule:
9am Ballet Technique Class
10:30am Disney-Inspired Repertory
11:30am Lunch
12pm Master Class (Different Genre Each Day!)
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
West End Academy of Dance
Hip Hop Boot Camp
A week-long program that’s all about hip hop dance! Dancers will learn choreography from a variety of guest artists and perform an in-house showcase on the final day!
August 11-15 | 9am-3pm | $410
Sample Schedule:
9am Hip Hop Dance Class
10:15am Break
10:30am Hip Hop Master Class (Popping, Breaking, Dance Team, etc.)
12:00 Lunch
12:30 Hip Hop Repertory
1:45 Break
2:00 Student Choreography
A week-long program that’s all about hip hop dance! Dancers will learn choreography from a variety of guest artists and perform an in-house showcase on the final day!
August 11-15 | 9am-3pm | $410
Sample Schedule:
9am Hip Hop Dance Class
10:15am Break
10:30am Hip Hop Master Class (Popping, Breaking, Dance Team, etc.)
12:00 Lunch
12:30 Hip Hop Repertory
1:45 Break
2:00 Student Choreography
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
West End Academy of Dance
Prince and Princess Camp Week 1
Ballet, creative movement, arts & crafts, storytime, dress up, and more! Includes a daily snack and an in-house showcase on the final day.
9am-12pm | $245 per week
Ballet, creative movement, arts & crafts, storytime, dress up, and more! Includes a daily snack and an in-house showcase on the final day.
9am-12pm | $245 per week
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
West End Academy of Dance
Prince and Princess Camp Week 2
Ballet, creative movement, arts & crafts, storytime, dress up, and more! Includes a daily snack and an in-house showcase on the final day.
9am-12pm | $245 per week
Ballet, creative movement, arts & crafts, storytime, dress up, and more! Includes a daily snack and an in-house showcase on the final day.
9am-12pm | $245 per week
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
West End Academy of Dance
Prince and Princess Camp Week 3
Ballet, creative movement, arts & crafts, storytime, dress up, and more! Includes a daily snack and an in-house showcase on the final day.
9am-12pm | $245 per week
Ballet, creative movement, arts & crafts, storytime, dress up, and more! Includes a daily snack and an in-house showcase on the final day.
9am-12pm | $245 per week
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
West End Academy of Dance
Prince and Princess Camp Week 4
Ballet, creative movement, arts & crafts, storytime, dress up, and more! Includes a daily snack and an in-house showcase on the final day.
9am-12pm | $245 per week
Ballet, creative movement, arts & crafts, storytime, dress up, and more! Includes a daily snack and an in-house showcase on the final day.
9am-12pm | $245 per week
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
West End Academy of Dance
Summer Celebration Camp Week 1
Dancers get to try ballet, jazz, and hip hop in this one week dance camp! Additionally, they’ll do arts and crafts daily, play interactive dance games, learn lots of choreography, and more! A great way to try multiple dance genres all in one week and see what you like the most before registering for fall classes! Includes a daily snack and an in-house showcase on the final day.
9am-12pm | $245 per week
Dancers get to try ballet, jazz, and hip hop in this one week dance camp! Additionally, they’ll do arts and crafts daily, play interactive dance games, learn lots of choreography, and more! A great way to try multiple dance genres all in one week and see what you like the most before registering for fall classes! Includes a daily snack and an in-house showcase on the final day.
9am-12pm | $245 per week
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
West End Academy of Dance
Summer Celebration Camp Week 2
Dancers get to try ballet, jazz, and hip hop in this one week dance camp! Additionally, they’ll do arts and crafts daily, play interactive dance games, learn lots of choreography, and more! A great way to try multiple dance genres all in one week and see what you like the most before registering for fall classes! Includes a daily snack and an in-house showcase on the final day.
9am-12pm | $245 per week
Dancers get to try ballet, jazz, and hip hop in this one week dance camp! Additionally, they’ll do arts and crafts daily, play interactive dance games, learn lots of choreography, and more! A great way to try multiple dance genres all in one week and see what you like the most before registering for fall classes! Includes a daily snack and an in-house showcase on the final day.
9am-12pm | $245 per week
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
West End Academy of Dance
Swan Lake Camp
A camp for ballet lovers where dancers will hone their technique, practice story-telling through dance, learn choreography, and perform excerpts inspired by Swan Lake at the conclusion of the camp!
June 9-13 | 9am-1pm | $275
Sample Schedule:
9am Ballet Technique Class
10:30am Swan Lake Repertory
11:30am Lunch
12pm Ballet Lesson (stage hair and make up, the art of artistry, history of ballet, for example)
A camp for ballet lovers where dancers will hone their technique, practice story-telling through dance, learn choreography, and perform excerpts inspired by Swan Lake at the conclusion of the camp!
June 9-13 | 9am-1pm | $275
Sample Schedule:
9am Ballet Technique Class
10:30am Swan Lake Repertory
11:30am Lunch
12pm Ballet Lesson (stage hair and make up, the art of artistry, history of ballet, for example)
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
West End Academy of Dance