Class Descriptions:


Intro to Dance:  This introductory class is designed to enhance your child’s motor, listening, and social skills through dance activities.

Dancers will be introduced to basic ballet, jazz and tumbling technique.  Class will follow “Intro to Dance” dress code.  


Mini Movers Combo Classes:  This beginning level class features various styles of dance including ballet, tap and jazz styles and technique.

It is a great option to ease into different styles, or enjoy current styles you already love!  Mini Movers classes with a specific style (jazz/ballet) will

only focus on those styles of dance.  Mini Movers "Combo" will focus on ballet, tap, jazz and tumbling.  Please email the studio if you have questions about

shoe requirements.   


Intro to Ballet: For students who have taken several sessions of tutu princess and are ready to leap into the world of ballet! This beginner level class will cover the proper placement of body position, posture, terminology and class behavior. The goal is to prepare these young dancers to move on into higher levels of ballet class. A great class for 6-7 year olds who love to dance!

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Ballet level I: For beginner dancers ready to learn the basics of ballet (recommended for ages 7+). Students will build off of the five positions, master plié

variations and tendus, among other level-appropriate skills. Dancers will use both the barre and center floor. Dancers will work to master level I curriculum

to move on to level II with the instructor’s recommendation.

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Ballet level II: This class will take the skills learned in level I and build upon them to strengthen the dancer's precision and ability. Students will advance on

 to more difficult skills and utilize both barre and center floor work to improve their technique. Dancers must show proficiency and receive a recommendation to progress to this level.

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Ballet level III: For advanced ballet dancers looking to challenge their previous knowledge and training. Students will learn more difficult combinations and

 skills, while developing finesse and classic style. Dancers must master all level I and II skills and technique to enroll in this level with an instructor's recommendation.

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Ballet level IV: Highest level of ballet currently offered. Placement will be by teacher recommendation. Dancers learn advanced combinations and skills,

as well as classical variations and ballet history.


Hip Hop (all levels):  Hip Hop incorporates a variety of old and new urban, street and pop dance styles. The dancing represents body movements that go with the beat and rhythm of hip hop music. Hip hop dancing is very dynamic and helps the dancers improve flexibility, develop body balance, and coordination.


Jazz (All levels):  Jazz dance is an exploration of style and presentation. Classes emphasize musicality and body alignment, conditioning, stretch and strengthening, rhythm and stylization as well as fun and innovative choreography.  Level III and Level IV are for dancers with 5+ years experience with enrollment in a ballet class.  Class placement by recommendation or trial class. 


Contemporary (All Levels):  This style combines ballet and modern techniques with musical and emotional expression with a strong focus on modern techniques (contractions and release, off-center balances and suspension) as well as musicality and self-expression Recommended for with some prior dance experience, particularly in ballet or technique.  Level III and Level IV are for dancers with 5+ years experience and enrollment in Ballet.  Class placement by instructor recommendation or trial class.   


Tap I: This class is designed for those with little to no experience with tap dance. The core of the class will focus on the development of basic technical skills (shuffles, paradiddles, flaps, pickups, cramp-rolls, etc.), as well as the ear, or ability to understand music. A small portion of the course will be dedicated to learning about and honoring historical tap figures to gain a holistic understanding of the art form. 

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Tap II: This course will be fast-paced and exciting. It is designed for those with prior experience in tap, and will focus on further developing both technical skills and the ear. Other course objectives include the ability to quickly learn combinations without vocal instruction and a deep understanding of tap history.  Dancers should have 2+ years tap experience. 


Tap III: This course is designed for students with prior experience with tap and will focus on improved speed, knowledge of technique and trick steps, and understanding syncopation and swing time. Tap history will also be discussed in this course as well as helping students develop the ability to improvise comfortably.  Dancers must have 4+ years tap experience.


Turns/Leaps & Conditioning:  This intermediate/advanced level is for dancers who have learned the basic technical skills already, and wish

to perfect those as well as work on new progressions. Dancers will learn the proper technique for more difficult skills, such as calypsos,

center leaps, double pirouettes, may begin working on turns in second and skill progressions across the floor. Class will also incorporate

stretching techniques, conditioning exercises and strengthening movements to help build proper muscle strength and coordination needed

for dance. Students should master level I to progress to level II/III.


Dress Code


Thank you for following the Class Dress Codes.  Dress code is an important part of dance education and structure. 


For dancers with multiple classes, we highly suggest a dance bag to keep belongings together.  Please label all shoes and dancewear. 


All dancers should have hair pulled back away from face.  All ballet classes require a bun. 


Intro to Dance, Mini Movers Combo, Dance & Play, Ballet/Jazz/Tap:

Girls:  Tights, leotard and bike shorts, leggings or dance skirt (any color).  Pink ballet slippers AND black tap shoes. 

Boys:  Black dance pants or shorts, fitted t-shirt or tank top, black ballet slippers and black tap shoes. 


Ballet Classes:

Girls:  Pink ballet tights, black leotard, pink ballet slippers, black dance skirt optional.  No bike shorts or leggings. 

Boys:  Black dance pants or shorts, fitted white t-shirt or tank top, black ballet slippers


Jazz Classes:

Girls:  Leotard, leggings or bike shorts, tan jazz shoes

Boys:  Black dance pants or shorts, fitted t-shirt or tank top, black jazz shoes


Contemporary Classes:

Girls:  Leotard, leggings or bike shorts, tan lyrical shoes

Boys:  Black dance pants or shorts, fitted t-shirt or tank top, tan lyrical shoes


Hip Hop Classes:

Girls:  T-shirt or tank top, leggings or bike shorts, white tennis shoes

Boys:  T-shirt or tank top, athletic shorts, white tennis shoes


Tap Classes:

Girls:  Leotard and bike shorts or leggings, black tap shoes

Boys:  Black dance pants or shorts, t-shirt or tank top, black tap shoes


Musical Theater Classes:

Girls:  leotard, bike shorts or leggings, tan jazz shoes

Boys:  black dance pants or shorts, t-shirt or tank top, black jazz shoes


Hip Hop/Tumble Combo:

Girls:  Leotard and bike shorts or leggings, white tennis shoes

Boys:  Athletic Shorts, t-shirt or tank top, white tennis shoes


Ballet/Jazz Combo:

Girls:  Leotard and tights (any color), bike shorts, leggings or dance skirt optional.  Pink ballet slippers or tan jazz shoes

Boys:  Black dance pants or shorts, fitted t-shirt or tank top, black jazz shoes or black ballet slippers


Cheer Dance: 

Girls:  Leotard, bike shorts or leggings, white tennis shoes

Boys:  Athletic Shorts, t-shirt or tank top, white tennis shoes


Ballet/Tap/Tumble Combo:

Girls:  Leotard and bike shorts or leggings, pink ballet slippers and black tap shoes

Boys:  Black dance pants or bike shorts, fitted t-shirt or tank top, black ballet shoes and black tap shoes. 


Tumbling:

Girls:  Leotard and bike shorts or leggings

Boys:  Athletic shorts, t-shirt or tank top


Jazz/Hip Hop/Tumble Combo:

Girls:  Leotard, bike shorts or leggings, tan jazz shoes, white tennis shoes

Boys:  Black dance pants or shorts, t-shirt or tank top, black jazz shoes, white tennis shoes


Hip Hop/Tumble Combo:

Girls:  Leotard, bike shorts or leggings, white tennis shoes

Boys:  Athletic shorts, t-shirt or tank top, white tennis shoes


Jazz & Tap Combo:

Girls:  Leotard and tights (any color), bike shorts, leggings or dance skirt (optional), tan jazz shoes and black tap shoes

Boys:  Black dance pants or shorts, fitted t-shirt or tank top, black jazz shoes and black tap shoes



Please email studio at 5678@claytonvalleydance.com with Dress Code questions.