Fall 2023 Season 13

Name
Days
Location
Tap I
Recommended for ages 8-11. An introductory class designed to develop rhythm, style and sound. Students will learn tap styles from Broadway to Rhythm Tap. Dress code: Leotard and tights. Black Dolly tap shoes.
Monday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Ballet I
Recommended for ages 8-10. An introduction to the foundation of all dance. Teaches discipline, positions and technique. Dress code: Solid Black leotard, pink tights and pink ballet shoes.
Monday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Kinderdance
​Recommended for ages 4-5. A combo class of ballet and tap. This class is designed to encourage creative development, rhythm skills, coordination and balance. Students will learn basic steps such as positions of the feet, gross motor movement and beginner tap steps. Dress Code: Leotard and tights. Pink Ballet shoes and Black tap shoes.
Monday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Adult Tap
Recommended for ages 18 and up! For the adult dancer looking to continue the art of tap in a fun, stress-free environment. Open to tappers of ALL skill levels!
Monday
6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Jazz I
Recommended for ages 8-10. An introductory class working on performance dance technique. Students will learn basic jazz foundations such as turns, leaps, and beginner movement. Dress code: Leotard and tights. Tan Jazz shoes.
Monday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
1st/2nd Combo
Recommended for first and second graders. This 75 minute combo class offers Ballet, Tap and Jazz all in one! Students will build a foundation in these 3 popular dance styles and will have 2 performances in our year end recital. Dress code: Leotard and tights, Pink ballet shoes, black tap shoes and Tan jazz shoes.
Monday
6:45 PM to 8:00 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Advanced Modern
Recommended for ages 14 and up. A free, expressive style of dance. Students will improve on their technique and work on basic fundamentals such as contract/release, fall/recover, time and space. Dress Code: Leotard and footless tights. No shoes needed.
Monday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Pointe II
Recommended for ages 12 and up. Students must take a ballet class in addition to this class. A very serious step in ballet training. Students are expected to be very dedicated to the art of ballet and require the strength and technique needed to grow in the class. ***Teacher approval required. Dress code: black leotard, pink tights, pointe shoes.
Monday
8:00 PM to 8:45 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
1st/2nd Combo
Recommended for first and second graders. This 75 minute combo class offers Ballet, Tap and Jazz all in one! Students will build a foundation in these 3 popular styles of dance and will have 2 performances in our year end recital. Dress code: Leotard and tights. Pink Ballet Shoes, Black Tap shoes and Tan Jazz shoes.
Tuesday
4:30 PM to 5:45 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Hippity Hop
Recommended for ages 5-7. A super-fun, high energy introductory hip hop class with age appropriate music and moves! For the kid who loves to dance and get funky! Dress code: comfortable clothing your child can move in, Black hip hop sneakers (sold at the studio).
Tuesday
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Mini Company
Recommended for ages 8-11 with teacher approval. For the more serious dancer. Emphasis placed on correct technique, discipline, performance and teamwork. Dancers will attend 3 competitions, perform at the South Whitehall Christmas Tree lighting and a Lehigh Valley Phantoms game*. Serious time and financial commitment required by both the student and parent. All company dancers MUST take Ballet and at least TWO other class each week aside from their company class (4 classes total per week) *Performances subject to change.
Tuesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Junior Company
Recommended for ages 11 and up with teacher approval. For the more serious dancer. Emphasis placed on correct technique, discipline, performance and teamwork. Dancers will attend 3 competitions, perform at the South Whitehall Christmas Tree lighting and a Lehigh Valley Phantoms game and optional Disney World performance in June 2024. Serious time and financial commitment required by both the student and parent. All company dancers MUST take Ballet and at least TWO other class each week aside from their company class (4 classes total each week. *Performances subject to change.
Tuesday
7:15 PM to 8:15 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Senior Company
Recommended for ages 11 and up with teacher approval. For the more serious dancer. Emphasis placed on correct technique, discipline, performance and teamwork. Dancers will attend two competitions, perform at Hershey Park, the South Whitehall Christmas Tree lighting and a Lehigh Valley Phantoms game*. Serious time and financial commitment required by both the student and parent. All company dancers MUST take Ballet and at least TWO other class each week aside from their company class (4 classes total each week- Acro is separate and does not count as an additional class). *Performances subject to change.
Tuesday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Elite Company
Tuesday
8:15 PM to 9:15 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Acro I
Recommended for ages 5-7. An introductory tumbling class infused with Jazz. Children will work on coordination, flexibility and balance as well as basic tumbling skills such as forward rolls, backward rolls, handstands, cartwheels etc. Dress Code: Any color leotard, footless tights and bare feet.
Wednesday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Acro II
Recommended for ages 8-12. A fun tumbling class infused with Jazz. Students will work on coordination, flexibility and balance along with tumbling skills such as cartwheels, round offs, handstands, back walkovers, front walkovers etc. Dress Code: Any color leotard, footless tights and bare feet.
Wednesday
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Intermediate/Advanced Tap
Recommended for ages 12 and up. An intermediate/advanced class designed to continue developing rhythm, style and sound. Students will learn advanced tap styles and techniques from Broadway to Rhythm Tap. Dress code: Leotard and tights (any color), black Oxford tap shoes.
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Hip Hop II
Recommended for ages 11-13. High-energy, funky class with age appropriate moves frequently seen on tv and in videos. Dress code: comfortable clothing to move in, black Converse sneakers.
Wednesday
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Lyrical I
Recommended for ages 8-11. A fusion of ballet and jazz that offers more expressive movement. Students will work on technique and expression to interpret the meaning of the music. Dress code: any color leotard, footless tights, lyrical sole shields.
Wednesday
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Advanced Hip Hop
Recommended for ages 14 and up. An advanced level, high energy, funky class with moves seen on tv and in videos. Be prepared to sweat and have lot of fun! Dress code: comfortable clothing to move in, black converse sneakers.​
Wednesday
7:15 PM to 8:15 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Lyrical II
Recommended for ages 11-13. A fusion of ballet and jazz that offers more expressive movement. Students will work on technique and expression to interpret the meaning of the music. Dress code: any color leotard, footless tights, lyrical sole shields.
Wednesday
7:15 PM to 8:15 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Jazz II
Recommended for ages 11-13. A continuation from Jazz I. Students will learn intermediate jazz concepts such as leaps, turns, strength, flexibility, technique, performance and terminology. Dress code: Leotard and tights. Tan Jazz shoes.
Wednesday
8:15 PM to 9:15 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Kinderdance
Recommended for ages 4-5. A combo class of ballet and tap. This class is designed to encourage creative development, rhythm skills, coordination and balance. Students will learn basic steps such as positions of the feet, gross motor movement and beginner tap steps. Dress Code: Leotard and tights. Pink Ballet shoes and Black tap shoes.
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Creative Dance
Recommended for 3 year olds. An introductory class for pre-schoolers. Students will work on gross motor movement, basic ballet steps such as positions of the feet and arms, and introductory tap steps and rhythm. Dress code: Any color leotard and tights, pink ballet shoes and black tap shoes.
Thursday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Advanced Ballet
Recommended for ages 14 and up. The foundation of dance. An advanced level class improving on strength, control and body positioning at the barre and in the center. Dress code: Solid black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes.
Thursday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Modern I
Recommended for ages 11 and up. A free, expressive style of dance. Students will improve on their technique and work on basic fundamentals such as contract/release, fall/recover, time and space. Dress Code: Leotard and footless tights. No shoes needed.
Thursday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Advanced Jazz
Recommended for ages 14 and up. An advanced level jazz class. Students will learn advanced steps such as leaps, turns, strength, technique, performance, and flexibility. Dress code: Leotard and tights, Tan jazz shoes.
Thursday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Ballet II
​Recommended for ages 11-14. The foundation of dance. An intermediate level class improving on strength, control and body positioning at the barre and in the center. More focus on strict technique from Level I. Dress Code: Solid black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes.
Thursday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Advanced Contemporary
Recommended for ages 14 and up. A style of expressive dance that combines elements of several dance genres, including: modern, jazz, lyrical and ballet. Dress code: any color leotard, footless tights, lyrical sole shields.
Thursday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Pointe I
Recommended for ages 11 and up. Students MUST take a ballet class in addition to this class. A very serious step in ballet training. Students are expected to be very dedicated to the art of ballet and require the strength and technique needed to grow in the class. Teacher approval required. Dress code: black leotard, pink tights, pointe shoes.
Thursday
7:30 PM to 8:15 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Hip Hop I
Recommended for ages 8-12. High-energy, funky class with age appropriate moves frequently seen on tv and in videos. Dress code: comfortable clothing to move in, black hip hop sneakers (sold at the studio).
Friday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Kinderdance
Recommended for ages 4-5. A combo class of ballet and tap. This class is designed to encourage creative development, rhythm skills, coordination and balance. Students will learn basic steps such as positions of the feet, gross motor movement and beginner tap steps. Dress Code: Leotard and tights. Pink Ballet shoes and Black tap shoes.
Friday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Acro III
​***Teacher recommendation. Recommended for ages 8 and up. A fun tumbling class infused with Jazz. Students will work on coordination, flexibility and balance. Lots of cartwheels, handstands, walkovers, aerials etc. accompanied by your favorite pop songs! Dress Code: Any color leotard, footless tights and bare feet.
Friday
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Creative Dance
Recommended for 3 year olds. An introductory dance class for pre-schoolers. Students will work on gross motor movement, basic ballet steps such as positions of the feet and arms, and introductory tap steps and rhythm. Dress code: any color leotard and tights (tutus permitted), pink ballet shoes and black tap shoes.
Friday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Acro I
Recommended for ages 5-7. An introductory tumbling class infused with Jazz. Children will work on coordination, flexibility and balance. Basic tumbling skills include forward rolls, backward rolls, cartwheels and handstands. Dress Code: Any color leotard, footless tights and bare feet.
Friday
6:15 PM to 7:00 PM
Studio West Dance Centre

Summer 2024

Name
Days
Location
Acro Jazz Ages 5-9
Recommended for ages 5-9. A beginner/intermediate tumbling class infused with Jazz. Children will work on coordination, flexibility and balance. Tricks such as cartwheels, handstands, and walkovers. Dress Code: Any color leotard, footless tights and bare feet.
Wednesday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Beginner Ballet
Recommended for ages 7-10. An introduction to the foundation of all dance. Teaches discipline, positions and technique. Dress code: Solid Black leotard, pink tights and pink ballet shoes.
Wednesday
5:45 PM to 6:45 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Teen Acro
Wanting to nail that aerial, walkover, elbow stand or handspring? This is the class for you! Join us Wednesday nights this summer to improve your Acro tricks and flexibility! Ages 10 and up!
Wednesday
5:45 PM to 6:45 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Intermediate/Advanced Ballet
Recommended for ages 11 and up. The foundation of dance. An intermediate/advanced level class improving on strength, control and body positioning at the barre and in the center. Dress code: Solid black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes.
Wednesday
6:45 PM to 7:45 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Leaps, Turns and Dance Conditioning!
Summer is the best time to improve your technique, strength and stamina! Come join Miss Alexa to improve your leaps, turns and get some great exercise at the same time! Ages 11 and up!
Wednesday
7:45 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
In My Dance Era Camp!
Calling all SWIFTIES....Come shake it off to your favorite pop singer's songs! Camp will include jazz, ballet and lyrical dance genres. We will make fun crafts and have a snack each day. Join us as we dance through all the iconic eras! Ages 6-10!
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
9:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Studio West Dance Centre
Royal Fairytale Ballet Camp
Ages 3-6! Join us for a 4 day camp of royalty and fun! Each day we will dance ballet, make a craft, read magical stories, and play games. On the last day of camp we will celebrate with a magical tea party and have a visit from a real princess!

July 8-11 OR August 5-8, 9:30-11:30am $135
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Studio West Dance Centre
Royal Fairytale Ballet Camp
Ages 3-6! Join us for a 4 day camp of royalty and fun! Each day we will dance ballet, make a craft, read magical stories, and play games. On the last day of camp we will celebrate with a magical tea party and have a visit from a real princess!

July 8-11 OR August 5-8, 9:30-11:30am $135
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Studio West Dance Centre
Teen Intensive
Ages 11 and up! This intensive program offers dancers classes in ballet, jazz, modern, contemporary, hip hop and musical theater. Dancers will also learn improvisation and choreography. Studio West teachers will instruct along with guest teachers. This is a great program for dancers of all levels. Please pack a lunch each day. On Friday we will celebrate with a pizza party!
August 12-16, 9:30am-2:00pm $265
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:30 AM to 2:00 PM
Studio West Dance Centre