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At Dancenter we aim to foster self-expression through Dance Education.
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MINIKIDS INTRO
4-5 YRS
A fun and supportive environment, where children learn to fall in love with movement. Mini Kids will explore their own creative movement styles through the use of dance games and imagination in a safe, positive environment whilst naturally developing posture, balance and basic co-ordination
MINIKIDS PREP
5-6 YRS
Students are gently introduced to their chosen style, through basic terminology and steps. Imagination remains a key element of all Prep classes. Students continue to develop their posture, balance and co-ordination, improving their confidence whilst giving them a strong foundation to progress as dancers.
LEVEL T1 OPEN
12-17 YRS
Ideal for teen recreational dancers who want to build a strong foundation in Dance/Acro. This level focuses on developing body awareness, flexibility, and strength. For teens interested in joining our DC program in the future, enrolling in 2-3 classes per week is highly recommended to accelerate progress and to potentially reach DC Teen Level 4 or 5.
LEVEL K2
8-11 YRS
This class is designed for dancers who have 1-2 years of experience and a basic understanding of dance/acro terminology. In K2, students will continue to build a strong foundation in dance and/or acro skills. It's common for students to spend 2 years at this level to solidify their technique.
LEVEL SYSTEM
LEVEL DESCRIPTION
LEVEL NAME | STYLE | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
LEVEL K1 OPEN | ACRO | Acro classes are great for kids because it helps them develop strength, flexibility, coordination, and much more. The classroom setting allows kids to work in teams and helps them develop and build their self-confidence. |
LEVEL K2 | ACRO | Continuing to develop the flexibility, balance, coordination, and strength needed for Acro skills including front and back walkovers, inversion balances, and standard flexibility elements. |
LEVEL K3 | ACRO | Gain more confidence in your acro skills! Students will work on developing the strength and flexibility needed to start to perform acro skills such as handstand, backbends, and kick-overs. |
LEVEL KT4 | ACRO | Students should be able to do a front/back walkover, one hand cartwheels. This class will explore intermediate level tricks to be used in choreography. |
LEVEL T1 OPEN | ACRO | This class will be an introduction level teaching the fundamentals of technique, strength, and flexibility of Acro. Learn the fundamental building blocks of Acro and have fun! |
LEVEL T5 | ACRO | Dancers must be proficient in flexibility, balance, coordination, and strength. Must have near mastery of walkovers, flexibility skills, and progressions taught in Intermediate level. |
LEVEL T6 & T7 | ACRO | Advanced Acrobats have the confidence to complete skills without mats and on performance floors without spotting. Dancers are also able to seamlessly perform Acro elements within choreography. |
MINIKIDS INTRO | ACRO | Acro Mini Kids is a fun, energetic, non-competitive, recreational gymnastics program which will develop your child’s acrobatics skills, fitness, coordination, stability and confidence! Children will explore their own creative movement styles through the use of games and imagination in a safe, positive environment. |
MINIKIDS PREP | ACRO | Students discover their own potential and learn cooperation in small groups as they learn partner tricks. The class includes warm-up, stretching, gymnastic skills instruction on mats using group games! Imagination remains a key element in this level. |
LEVEL K1 OPEN | BALLET | Children are gently introduced to the structure and discipline of a Ballet class, as well as music awareness and Basic ballet terminology. Students begin to work on body alignment and posture as well as developing self-expression through creative movement. Children will also develop and improve listening skills, motor skills, coordination, grace, rhythm and musicality, as well as social skills. |
LEVEL K2 | BALLET | Students will begin to learn correct execution of turnout and placement in basic positions; continue to develop their coordination; and focus on age-appropriate spatial and body awareness. |
LEVEL K3 | BALLET | Students will learn the traditional barre exercises in a technically sound and age-appropriate manner. Dancers are guided to develop a greater awareness of technique, musicality, and dancing with others. |
LEVEL KT4 | BALLET | Students have now learned the foundation of barre exercises and will begin slowly increasing the complexity with a focus on proper technical execution. Conditioning exercises are included in classwork to increase strength and flexibility. |
LEVEL POINTE | BALLET | This class is for T5, T6, T7 ballet students who have a strong interest in studying pointe. Students must have the necessary strength in their core, legs, ankles and feet, as well as meeting the necessary class requirements to be considered for this pointe class. |
LEVEL T1 OPEN | BALLET | This class is a wonderful introduction to ballet for Teen students with little to no previous experience or for those who wish to enjoy their practice at their pace as a recreational hobby. The fundamentals of balance and general alignment are introduced/ reviewed at this level. |
LEVEL T5 | BALLET | Students should have a good understanding of the proper execution of turn out, placement and port de bras. Teachers will continue to increase the complexity of exercises and introduce new material while focusing on correct technique and coordination. |
LEVEL T6 & T7 | BALLET | Students should have sound technical fundamentals and be ready for increasingly complex work. Students are prepared for the most challenging work with a focus on “clean”technique and artistry. |
MINIKIDS PREP | BALLET | Children are gently introduced to the structure of a Ballet class, as well as music awareness and basic Ballet terminology. Imagination remains a key element in this level. |
LEVEL K1 OPEN | BREAKING | This is a very fun and challenging class for kids to learn the basics of breakdance moves and techniques that will develop their rhythm, strength, flexibility, and mental focus. |
LEVEL T1 OPEN | BREAKING | Breaking, also known as Breakdance, is an introduction to all elements of this iconic style.Students learn how to create their own style using the foundations of breaking. |
LEVEL T1 OPEN | CONTEMPORARY | Contemporary dance encourages dancers to be versatile in their expressions, being able to portray a wide array of movement styles and emotion. It focuses on spacial and body awareness, use of body weight, floor work, leaps, turns, efficiency of muscle usage, and safe body alignment. |
MINIKIDS INTRO | DANCE INTRO | A fun class for young dancers who are developing listening skills, motor skills, focus, reflexes, rhythm and musicality as well as social skills such as taking turns, sharing and good manners.
Children will explore their own creative movement styles through the use of dance games and imagination in a safe, positive environment. |
LEVEL K1 OPEN | HIP HOP | Dancers develop musicality, creativity, listening skills and coordination. This action-packed class includes hip hop, and dance games that will have your kid movin' to the beats! All music and moves are age appropriate |
LEVEL K2 | HIP HOP | Continuing to build the fundamentals of dance skills like keeping rhythm, following choreography and developing body control |
LEVEL K3 | HIP HOP | Introducing more challenging rhythms at faster speeds, as well as performance skills such as stage presence and improvisation are taught through kid-friendly and age-appropriate music and movement. |
LEVEL KT4 | HIP HOP | This level will encourage students to step outside of the box by bringing their own individual style and personality to the movements while learning more intermediate steps |
LEVEL T1 OPEN | HIP HOP | This class is a great way to exercise, build strength, stamina and self-esteem, while having fun and learning to dance! So get in the groove with great moves! Learn style, musicality and technique. |
LEVEL T5 | HIP HOP | This high energy class will focus on isolations, musicality, and coordination through stylized choreography. |
LEVEL T6 | HIP HOP | Must have strong technique and free form movement. Intricate combinations of high energy precision and speed. |
LEVEL K1 OPEN | JAZZ | Jazz is a fun, high-energy dance form that develops technique, rhythm and style while building strength, flexibility and body awareness. Children are introduced to the fundamentals of jazz steps and terminology. |
LEVEL K2 | JAZZ | Building on the fundamentals from Jazz K1. Learning to master jazz basic steps and terminology. Working on flexibility and building combinations. |
LEVEL K3 | JAZZ | Introducing more challenging steps and techniques. More intricate across the floor work and jumps. Continued focus on strength and flexibility. |
LEVEL KT4 | JAZZ | Intermediate level work on transitions and step patterns. Working on technique control and strength in turns and jumps. A strong emphasis on strength and flexibility. |
LEVEL T1 OPEN | JAZZ | For older beginners, this class will focus on the basics of jazz dance. Warm up, center work and short combinations will focus on proper alignment, stretch/strength and musicality. The goal of this class is to offer a space for teens to explore their interest in dance at their pace. |
LEVEL T5 | JAZZ | Working on stronger technique for intermediate jumps, turns, and directional patterns Emphasis on control in turns and jumps. Continued focus on flexibility and strength. |
LEVEL T6 | JAZZ | Working advanced level turns, jumps, and floorwork. Continued emphasis on strength and use of transitions. Working on flexibility and control for more advanced combinations and techniques. |
LEVEL T7 | JAZZ | Advanced work on technique in combinations. Movement in varied styles of jazz, work in advanced patterns of steps, turns, and jumps. |
MINIKIDS PREP | JAZZ HOP | Upbeat music will encourage students to dance and move with exercises including cardio, stretching and strengthening of muscle groups. Imagination remains a key element in this level. |
LEVEL K3 | LYRICAL | Lyrical is a combination of Ballet and Jazz dance and is an emotionally expressive dance style that pushes today’s boundaries of movement and movement innovation.
Due to technical elements involved with lyrical dance, this class may only be taken in conjunction with a Ballet or Jazz class. Strong emphasis on strength and flexibility. |
LEVEL KT4 | LYRICAL | Lyrical is a combination of Ballet and Jazz dance and is an emotionally expressive dance style that pushes today’s boundaries of movement and movement innovation.
Due to technical elements involved with lyrical dance, this class may only be taken in conjunction with a Ballet or Jazz class. Strong emphasis on strength and flexibility. |
LEVEL T1 OPEN | LYRICAL | Lyrical is a combination of Ballet and Jazz dance and is an emotionally expressive dance style that pushes today’s boundaries of movement and movement innovation.
Due to technical elements involved with lyrical dance, this class may only be taken in conjunction with a Ballet or Jazz class. Strong emphasis on strength and flexibility. |
LEVEL T5 | LYRICAL | Lyrical is a combination of Ballet and Jazz dance and is an emotionally expressive dance style that pushes today’s boundaries of movement and movement innovation.
Due to technical elements involved with lyrical dance, this class may only be taken in conjunction with a Ballet or Jazz class. Strong emphasis on strength and flexibility. |
LEVEL T6 | LYRICAL | Lyrical is a combination of Ballet and Jazz dance and is an emotionally expressive dance style that pushes today’s boundaries of movement and movement innovation.
Due to technical elements involved with lyrical dance, this class may only be taken in conjunction with a Ballet or Jazz class. Strong emphasis on strength and flexibility. |
LEVEL T7 | LYRICAL | Lyrical is a combination of Ballet and Jazz dance and is an emotionally expressive dance style that pushes today’s boundaries of movement and movement innovation.
Due to technical elements involved with lyrical dance, this class may only be taken in conjunction with a Ballet or Jazz class. Strong emphasis on strength and flexibility. |
LEVEL K2 & K3 | TAP | Continuing to build new tap steps and terminology. Working on weight transfer and building combinations. Must know basic beginning tap terminology. Should be able to mimic simple rhythm patterns. |
LEVEL T5 & T6 | TAP | Mastering all intermediate level steps. Stronger rhythm foundation with counter rhythms. Learning control of the feet for fast speed. |
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